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    Wagyu House Chicago

    4.5 (841 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndHot Pot, Japanese, Barbeque
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Chicken Karaage
    Anthony D.

    Surprisingly good takeout. We tried: - Chicken Karaage - Shabu-Shabu Szechuan Spicy - Shabu-Shabu Sukiyaki I will say different apps have different menus, so you may see something ordered on one that doesn't appear on the other. Either way, the food arrived warm, flavorful, and you could taste the quality. I will order again!

    Cody L.

    Beautiful restaurant with very modern decor that feels grand and full of flair. Our server was fantastic and checked on us regularly and gave great recommendations on what to order. We opted for the shabu-shabu only and went with the Diamond Set, which comes with unlimited specialty dishes like sweet shrimp, wagyu tartare, and bone marrow. The appetizers alone were a huge highlight for me. I got several plates of the bone marrow and sweet shrimp, which would have run up a huge tab at most other restaurants, but here were included in the set. The wagyu cuts were phenomenal - rich, tender, and perfectly marbled. I went with the golden chicken broth, which had amazing depth of flavor and paired perfectly with the vegetables and meat. Would definitely come back although I'll probably go for the yakiniku next time since i've already had the shabu experience.

    Chicken karaage and fried gyoza
    Cassie T.

    Been here a few times for both shabu and bbq, and truthfully never been too impressed. For shabu, the spicy Sichuan Wagyu broth is pretty decent and flavorful, the golden chicken broth was a little bland. I'd say the spicy sichuan is more flavorful than Happy Lamb's, but the golden chicken here is not similar to happy lamb's golden cabbage broth whatsoever so don't get that idea!! The meat seems like good quality but the veggies and other sides are very limited compared to other hot pot places. No fish balls, pumpkin, watercress, etc.. it's nice to have nigiri and everything but for the price, I think I'd go to happy lamb instead for shabu/hot pot. Great quality of meat for bbq, no complaints. I love the handrolls and sushi! Although some items are not quite as flavorful as other places, like the corn cheese. The ice cream is great though lol I'd give the food 4 stars but the service is usually veryyy slow. Even if the restaurant is empty, there's always a wait to be seated lol. Ordered a soda refill, finally got it after following up a third time. Meats come out slow and you end up getting full waiting for it. The restaurant itself is very clean and on the fancier side, the ambiance is nice. But not my go-to for bbq or shabu/hot pot, I really want to like this place but I think there are better options for the price you pay.

    Mia M.

    Good service, staff is great and knowledgeable on their Wagyu and how to prep you for cooking it. They don't rush you and they check on you often. I love that you get unlimited meat for a great price. To me, it's a bargain here. I tried both silver hotpot and gold barbecue and both were great but I prefer barbecue. I absolutely LOVE Wagyu so I was excited to see the A5 and Wagyu from not just Japan but also Australia. I felt like I was getting pretty decent meat for the States considering every time I come back from Europe or Africa the meat here tastes like rubber to me. Kudos to good quality meat. Only main downside is the fact that you can't make reservations for barbecue and it can be a long wait. You can wait at the bar and have a drink but it's easy to go over the 2 hour parking limit (for free parking) in the garage when waiting on barbecue, so try to go during the week versus weekends so you can take advantage of some of the happy hour specials and less crowded days/nights if you're into the discount thing. Seniors get 15% discount. Chubby Club for discount is worth it IF you plan on returning, but it also even pays for itself really. I'll be back.

    Leslie C.

    Excellent service from Eric! We sat at the bar for happy hour and we loved our experience. Such a great happy hour! 3 appetizers for $15 and then a choice of 3 sushi items for $25. Happy hour is Monday thru Thursday 6-8pm. Friday 5-7pm. Delicious food and cocktails. Crispy fries, and excellent nigiri. Tasty gyoza, and crunchy fried spring rolls. We also tried the wagyu nigiri off the regular menu and wow!!! Phenomenal!!!! Gorgeous restaurant!!! So cool, modern, sleek, and inviting. I definitely want to return for a hot pot dinner. I'll definitely be a regular at happy hour too.

    Sharon V.

    I want to reiterate other comments I've seen. We've been here a handful of times and even got membership but I must say and both my husband and I feel that the time you REORDER the Jap A5 Wagyu? They no longer give you Japanese version. The taste is different. Like you are being given lower tier meat since there's no way for customers to really differentiate but believe me the taste is different. And even the meats look different! There's an after taste. I've tasted it before my husband said the same thing the next time we went which gave me the reason to write this. I've cancelled My membership because of this. Membership are automatic by the way. I had to email 3x to get my money back. I'd never go back. 3 stars for the servers and other food we ate.

    Wagyu Tartare
    Sung L.

    If you ever find yourself unable to decide what to eat, Wagyu House is the perfect solution. Having sushi, hot pot, and barbecue all in one spot makes it ideal for groups or anyone who wants a little bit of everything. Service was extremely attentive and fast. Plates were cleared quickly and drinks were always refilled. The atmosphere is lively and great for a night out. The food was good but not quite at the level of a restaurant that focuses only on sushi or hot pot. Still, the variety, quality of the meats, and overall experience make this place worth visiting.

    Our first place silver tier
    Caroline C.

    In Chicago for vacation was was craving meat Service was really efficient! We came with only 1 hour left of food call and I promise you we had way too much to eat (they have a 90 min time limit). We chose silver just because of the time limit and we have 0 regrets. Everything was fresh and seasoned well (not drenched in sauce) The grill was great charocoal We also got their wagyu bimbimbap which was pretty good not too filling and their spicy miso soup for end of meal. OKAY BUT ALSO THE WAGYU CURRY WAS SOO GOOD Also don't sleep on the bone marrow!! Ambiance: clean. I wish there was a little bit better ventilation though! Only thing I wished they had were bonchons! They had kimchi and an app and sauce bar though!

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    Jennifer S.

    First time experience and definitely will be repeat customers the weight staff and host were all very professional went above and beyond'. Our waiter, Adrian was very helpful. Very satisfied with our meal.

    My boyfriend and I are fully committed to making the most of our Chubby Cattle membership by visiting as many locations as we can in California and Chicago -- and this visit did not disappoint! We were craving yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) and decided to try Wagyu House on Valentine's Day. Just a heads up: they take walk-ins only -- no reservations or Yelp waitlist -- so you have to arrive in person and put your name down with the hostess. We arrived around 5:45 PM and were seated at about 8:00 PM, so expect around a 2-hour wait. My tip: come early, add your name to the list, and go shopping nearby! They'll text you and give you about 10 minutes to return. The service was absolutely amazing -- huge shoutout to Ting! He was incredibly attentive, personable, and gave excellent recommendations. We especially loved all the Australian Wagyu cuts he suggested. Everything was delicious, and the experience felt elevated because of how well we were taken care of. Thank you, Ting, for the fantastic service! We had a great time and will definitely be back.

    Jane V.

    We had a nice Yakiniku Set Menu dinner on the patio at Xpot Chicago. The meal consisted of: Mushrooms, Lettuce, 12 oz each of Rib Eye, Sterling steak, Short Rib, Masami Finger meat, Masami Zabuton steak, and Masami top Sirloin They bring a small grill to your table so you cook your own food. This meal is billed as being for four people. The pictures that you see are close up so it looks like they're is a lot of food. There isn't. There was only 3 of us and there was not enough food for us. We all left hungry. It's a nice experience but be prepared to either order extra or go somewhere afterwards to eat some more food.

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    Edonna L.

    Went in for lunch with one of my bestie's (youngest daughter) and we ordered the silver hot pot special, it was $55 p/p, comes with soda and ice cream. Well worth the price and it is all you can eat in 90 minutes. The Wagyu beef and seafood were delicious, nice variety of broth to chose from. An attentive team works to ensure your experience is top notch. Upscale look and atmosphere, great for date night or just congregating with friends and the music was on point, Period! We will be back, our greeter/server was amazing! Like just one of the best restaurant experiences I've had in awhile. Should you go, you will not be disappointed.

    Yining D.

    Pricey, but you definitely get your money's worth of A5 wagyu meat. My friends and I did the gold tier which was around $78 per person. To make a reservation for 5 or more people for Japanese bbq, you put down a reservation fee of $20 per person. The appetizers were yummy. Nothing mind blowing but being able to get AYCE nigiri is pretty great value. The rice texture was a little hard for me. My personal favorites were the salmon nigiri, the seared salmon nigiri, and the yellow tail carpaccio. Our server did an amazing job. He was super attentive, courteous, relatable and funny. Shout out to Danny! Thanks for taking great care of our table, especially when we had a 2 year old to entertain. I highly recommend coming to X Pot to celebrate special occasions. The wagyu meat is high quality and melts in your mouth. You can definitely overcook it, so make sure to watch the meat, especially the thinner slices. The standouts were the chuck ribeye, the beef tongue, the ribeye steak, and the shoulder cut. You get 2 hours of validated parking so you kind of have to make sure you time everything well with the check and eating at Wagyu House. If you stay longer than 2 hours, then the parking garage will charge you $11 for anytime that's 2-4 hours.

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    Do you need to book a reservation for two people or is there generally availability for walk ins?

    Is there a la carte menu option for the hotpot or only AYCE (as of March 2024)?

    As far as I know, it's only AYCE

    Does this location have both Yakiniku and Hot Pot?

    Yes

    Does everyone in the party have to select the same package?

    Yes, everyone at the table needs to choose the same package.

    Is it halal?

    No this place is not Halal

    Are reservations required?

    Not required but i would recommend

    Is this good for kids?

    for sure, the table next to us had a brought 5 kids between the age of 5-10, running around, screaming, I would say the establishment is very kids friendly. Don't be intimidated by the upscale appeal, the actual experience is quite similar to… Read more

    How much is the weekday AYCE hot pot per person?

    it's the same throughout the week, $68 per person with limited options or $88 per person without limitations. water and drinks are separate charge

    Is there a dress code?

    no, some dress fancy, some dress casual, as long as you have clothes on lol

    Is there an all you can eat option?

    Yes, there is now.

    Is there a parking lot?

    Yes. There is a large paid lot under the restaurant / mall. They give two hours validation.

    Is it kid friendly?

    H, thanks for your question! We do allow kids, and we hope to see you soon!

    Are there lamb and chicken options too? And which soup bases of yours don't have any beef used in preparation?

    Hi Simran, thanks for your question! We do have lamb and chicken options, and these soup bases do not use beef in preparation: earthy mushroom pot, tomato vegan, and sukiyaki. The chicken soup base does not use beef, but it does come with pork. Here… Read more

    Is the bar open for walk-ins?

    Yes, but highly recommend a reservation as this place is very popular and high demand right now.

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes

    Is there parking?

    There's also a parking meter but I suggest use the parking lot and get a validation. That way you save money.

    Are there any performances or special things (besides the wagyu deals) for cny?

    If you order the dancing noodles you get a little show!

    Good for kids?

    For sure. A good experience for them

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    1.5 miThe Loop
    $$$

    Ive been here more times than I can count and its easily one of my favorite sushi spots in the city…read moreI was just there last Friday with a friend and once again everything was perfect from the attentive seamless service to how beautifully each dish was presented Every bite was delicious I also love the modern design of the restaurant and the incredible views of Chicago it really adds to the whole experience The space has an intimate relaxed vibe that keeps me coming back Definitely one of those places I will be visiting again very soon

    3 of us back for a marvelous dinner with great views, beautiful decor, great service, and of course…read moregreat food. The quality of the food is very noticeable. We wanted to have some sake and asked for help. Their sommelier was very helpful and recommended the Snow Tiger Yuki Tora which is unfiltered and looks like milk, but it went beautifully with our food. We started with Edamame which had a perfect char. The grilled Avocado was a pleasant surprise with the char flavor and great spicy sauce. You get a spoon to scoop out the avocado and it's sliced so it works with chop sticks. By the way everything is great for sharing which gives everyone a chance to try the wonderful menu. Then we attacked the main menu. The Wagyu Nigiri, the must have Bluefin Tuna Crispy Rice, Crispy Spring Rolls and I drank the juice with the Hamachi and Lemon. Now it's time to figure what's next! spicy Tuna roll, triple tuna roll, the incredible Wild Mushroom sizzling rice bowl and it is sizzling! We're nearing the end! The Unagi and the Black Cod couldn't have been any better. It melted in our mouths. Think we're finished, we saved room for dessert! The Miru-Ishi and Black Sesame Mochi. We're finished! Maria was a great server and was very attentive!

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