We try Sushi everywhere. Huge fans! Well this is the place! Number one! Our absolute favorite sushiread more

Lunch specials were good and affordable, located in downtown Elgin with plenty of street parking…read more We were seated in the middle of the restaurant and the wait staff was so friendly. We all ordered the lunch special which was the sashimi plate and bento box. The sashimi was semi-thick slices and fresh. The bento box was good and plenty of food for the price. I would come back for dinner specials.

Outstanding!! The food was quickly prepared and hot! The server was with me within seconds of…read moresitting down. I got the Bao buns and pot stickers with a peach soda. VERY flavorful and savory meats with delicious sauces to accompany them. The buns were soft and fluffy with a slight sweetness! They have rice bowls, ramen bowls, seafood, and lots of appetizers to choose from. I highly recommend you come here. For the same money I would spend at a mid grade restaurant I got a delicious hand prepared meal!

My husband and I were visiting from California and found this spot to have ramen. We truly felt…read morethis was comparable to many of the places we ate at in Japan. We are always looking for a great ramen spot and this is the best we have found stateside so far....in Elgin, Illinois......hilarious! Great, friendly staff also. I ordered the ramen with the spicy veggie stir fry and my husband got the miso ramen. Both heaping portions and both so yummy and savory! I took over half of mine home for lunch tomorrow!!!!

Very nice and bouncy noodles made to order. The soup is light and refreshing, couple that with the…read moredelicious chashu and you got a very savory bowl of noodle soup. Vibe was chill, mostly a quick eats restaurant so it's great for a casual meal.

We're a little spoiled for ramen in the northwest burbs. I'm a fan of Chicago Ramen and Santouka…read morebut I'm happy to add another spot into the rotation. I was surprised to learn this is a small chain only with a couple locations in Illinois and the rest in California, which just gives it more credibility to me. Just a heads up that this place is pretty small, so you might run into a wait. But, they do have Yelp waitlist, so be sure to take advantage if you're coming by. While the waits can get long, once you're actually seated service is great and prompt. You won't be waiting long for your food, and if you get a counter seat you can see it being prepared which is fun. So far I've had the spicy tan tan ramen and the miso ramen. You get a generous amount of noodles, the meat is super tender, and the broth is the perfect cure for cold weather or a rough hangover. They have a kids meal option too, but they also have small chicken or pork and rice bowls that are perfect for our toddler. We'll definitely come back, I'm very curious how their curry dish is.

Kurumaya is a place that I have visited maybe three times before, several years ago. It was a…read morepopular, well reviewed place back then, just as it is now. But it just kind of slipped out of my consideration for no particular reason. But today I was driving near there, headed for somewhere else, and it hit me - Bento box sounds good today. And so it goes.. Parking in this small strip mall is usually pretty easy. It is a popular choice for lunch for many people that work in this business area of Elk Grove. I think that is because in addition to the good food, the service is not only friendly, but also very efficient. That allows you to have a nice sit-down lunch and still get back to work in time. They don't rush you, but you won't have to wait long for both the food and the check. Today I did have my delicious bento box, which as others have agreed, is a great deal for lunch. But I also splurged for a "Rock' n Rol" sushi roll, which was quite tasty. My waitress was wonderful - friendly and efficient as usual. But she didn't rush me personally. She even asked me if I wanted tea. In summary, it's an excellent choice for lunch. Good food, affordable, kind people, and a nice change from a fast food drive-thru.

Ask for Harumi - She is the most wonderful, nicest server ever and knows the best recommendations…read moreon the menu! If you're looking for the most authentic Japanese food outside the city, seems like this and a couple other places are all in the Schaumburg/Elk Grove Village area. Highly recommend hitting their lunch menu if you can because the bento box values are so worth it for authentic Japanese food/sushi. We got there at opening for dinner on a Saturday and got there just before dinner rush! This place is such a hidden authentic gem - you can tell from the decor to the choice of seating design to the actual menu and way they cook the RICE and other dishes. They serve the same grain for sushi as they do regular rice (Tamaki gold). Quality is not skipped here. We got the agedashi tofu (must get appetizer, as it's hard to really every achieve at home cooking), house special curry katsu, the beef kurumaya gozen (bento box) (which has incredible tempura, juicy soft beef), and assorted sashimi platter (I forget the name). All come highly recommended and were well worth the price point. I am just a bit sensitive about the freshness of the sushi, but I think this is probably as fresh as you can possibly get with generous cuts outside the city. Everything down to the miso soup too was delicious - best place to take your friends/family/coworkers for an authentic Japanese meal. Parking lot available out front. Recommend also stopping by Tensuke market nearby after!

Although we've been here several times, this is my first review for Roka Akor…read more Recently, we stopped by on Monday afternoon to celebrate my niece's recent graduation. We ordered the vegetable tempura, several rolls (4 of them), a few drinks, and a couple diet cokes, and the skirt steak from the lunch menu. The meal came out to be around $200! The service was excellent, the ambiance was calm and relaxing, and our waters were constantly being filled! All in all, it was a lovely visit to Roka Akor.

Probably the best tasting happy hour you can go to in the area. My wife and I went between 3-5pm,…read moremake sure you check the website for accurate HH because I don't think it's all days. Here's what we got: Spicy tuna roll: 4.5/5 Assorted sashimi taco: 5/5 Hamachi Serrano roll: 5/5 Pork belly: 4.5/5 Escolar tataki: 6/5 - I could eat this everyday Lychee martini: 5/5 Service was quick, and no given great atmosphere and ambiance. Can't wait to go back!

We had a great dinner at Kyoto this past weekend!…read more We were visiting the area for sports tournament and were unfamiliar with the area. After a long day outside, my kiddo asked to go to a teppanyaki restaurant (very niche request, but thank goodness for the Yelp app!) We were thrilled to be able to walk-in and the host was able to squeeze us in at the grill table (which was SO kind of her). We sat with some lovely families at the shared hot-top table and enjoyed our dinner immensely - the food was ok, the chef's presentation was good, and I don't think I have seen my kiddos eat so many veggies ever which may be due to the combo of those two. We got the full chef's presentation that you see at other hot top grill restaurants: spinning egg, onion volcano, tossing of the broccoli to the guests, my kids absolutely loved every second. The restaurant was clean and well run, the servers were attentive and kind, even when my youngest kiddo dropped her drink and it spilled on the floor. I couldn't have been more grateful for their kindness and hospitality: from getting us into the restaurant as a walk-in diner, their wonderful service during the meal, and the good dinner. Eating with 2 young kiddos is always a questionable experience as a parent but I have to say, I enjoyed the meal! If we are in Hoffman Estates, we will definitely go back!

A beautifully decorated Japanese Hibachi grill located off Route 59 and Route 72. We made…read morereservations and were seated immediately upon our arrival. My party all selected hibachi, each of us ordering sirloin and seafood. With the hibachi selection you also receive an iceberg salad with a delicious ginger dressing, miso soup, and choice of ice cream after the main course. It was my birthday and they treated me with slices of fresh pineapple after the meal. My fried rice tonight was underwhelming, and my steak was overcooked. I have been coming here for years and I'm hoping the chef was just having an off night. Our server was very attentive and quick.

Reliably really good. Come hungry and you will not be disappointed. If it's a holiday, make sure to…read moremake a reservation. Spicy tuna can be done with chili oil vs spicy mayo if you can't do eggs. Spicy tuna with Chili Oil is better in my opinion. Grilled with salt options for chicken and fish if you can't do soy or wheat like me. Decent selection and rotating specials. If the Toro Taku Maki is on the Specials Menu and in stock try it. It is so good Service is attentive and overall very good. No complaints. If you like Japanese food I highly recommend this place.

4.5/5 - Came on a Saturday evening with a reservation in the fancy room where you take off your…read moreshoes, clean interior! Our waiter was helpful in answering all of our questions about the extensive menu. Tako Wasabi: A small bowl about the size of a pointer finger, but packed with lots of small, strong pieces of octopus; chewy, savory, with a sharp and fragrant wasabi kick. Leaned on the salty side, but very unique! Beef Tataki: The yuzu sauce, very sour, pairs well with the raw steak, with a side of fresh seaweed Japanese Spaghetti (full): Al dente, chewy pasta with a tangy flavor and a creamy aftertaste, with a side of parmesan and tabasco to add if you want; shareable between 2-3 people Buta Nira Moyashi: Slightly crisped pork with a good balance of lean and fat, served on a generous bed of chives and crunchy soybeans, comes with chili pepper to add if you want; leans a bit on the salty side Curry: A huge bowl! Celebrated a birthday, they gave our birthday person a small free matcha japanese cheesecake with a candle. :)

Food and Service was 10+ Will definitely be back…read more My husband had chicken hibachi and said it was delicious and almost too much to eat I had Sushi AYCE and it was the best , salmon so buttery and fresh yummmmm

The place looked decent inside, even though some reviews said otherwise. We got seated right away…read moreand ordered drinks -- just some pop and water. For appetizers, we tried the edamame and chicken yakitori. The edamame was good, not too salty, so we added a little soy sauce. The yakitori had a nice sauce that paired well with the chicken, though the chicken itself could've used a bit more seasoning. For our entrées, we got the Spider Roll, Dragon Roll, and King Lobster Roll -- all were really good and filling. Service was also solid. Don't judge it until you try it!

We celebrated a birthday at Ju Rin. It was fun! We sat at the teppanyaki table. We went on a…read moreThursday for lunch and it wasn't too crowded. We ordered chicken and steak, and shrimp and steak. The meals came with soup, salad, fried rice and noodles. The food was delicious and the staff was nice. For the birthday, they give complimentary fruit. We will go back again for sushi next time.

We went for a business lunch and sat at the hibachi grill. Wow! Freshly made shrimp with choice of…read morefish, steak, and vegetables. Excellent lunch for a very reasonable price. Everything was fresh and cooked to perfection. Really recommend the hibachi section.

The food is super fresh and comes out at a reasonable time. I got 1B, hot stone rice beef and…read moreveggies. It included a wonderful portion of sliced beef, peppers, onions, lettuce, and bean sprouts. It came with a side of shredded cabbage and a tasty sauce on top. It also came with red pepper fermented radish. Love this side. Finally a small bowl of soup. Very refreshing and savory. Simple simple soup. All side complemented the dish well. It came with a bottle of table sauce. Really added and helped with the flavor. Awesome food. I've been here before and it never disappoints. The owner works and cooks the food himself, English limited, but super nice and communicates just fine. The inside has a lot of tables and is spacious. I love coming here for some authentic Korean dishes.

We finally came in to try this Korean eatery which has been on my bookmark list for a while.  The…read morewife and I came in on a Wednesday to have lunch.  It's a one man shop and the friendly owner Mr. Young Moon Kim was behind the counter to greet us.  He had 23 picture menu items prominently displayed at the order counter.  I ordered their #4 sizzling stir-fried spicy pork dish ($17.99) and the wife ordered their #20 fish cake soup ($13.99).   He then prepares the dishes and a bell rings at your table to alert you to go back to the counter to pick up your tray(s) of food.  The dishes were piping hot, fresh, and delicious. It's pretty much a self-serve food-court-like operation here except the setting is that of a comfortable regular sit-down restaurant.  He had complimentary self-serve iced tea for the customers.  He also had nice, contemporary American pop music on.  We were there with one other patron family, and had a short wait for the food prep, but I did wonder how Mr. Kim might keep up if a crowd hit, but he's managed this well-rated place for 10 years, so he must have a way! Overall, I'll go with 4.49 stars rounded down to 4 for our pleasant outing, mainly as the content of the servings were more like 4 star values but served in a nice and calm sit-down restaurant setting.  Thanks, and continued good luck Mr. Kim!