I've been reminiscing on my trip to Japan a lot ever since I came back, so I decided on getting some Japanese food to hopefully satisfy me. The interior looked and felt so warm with the carefully decorated art made by customers and the staff were welcoming. The dishes cane out timely with good portions and tasted fresh and well-cooked. I enjoyed talking to the staff, as they were so sweet and funny, and overall I had a great experience. - *Baked Salmon Nigiri *Tamago Nigiri *Spicy Ahi (Tuna) & Shrimp Tempura *Tonkatsu *Chocolate Mochi Icecream read more

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Tucked-away little Japanese spot that really surprised me. The chirashi bowl was fresh with thick cuts of fish, the tonkatsu ramen had a rich, savory broth, and the udon noodles were perfectly chewy. Overall, it's miles better than the chain ramen places popping up all over the suburbs. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area! 'Til next time, cheers! read more

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The food is amazing. Fri-Sunday the sushi bar is available and the sushi chef is a delight! I have Celiac and have had no issues with the rice noodle ramen and sushi. It's delicious! read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Spicy ramen with pork belly - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

We had the Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen, one with sliced pork and one without. The broth was rich with flavor and spice. The noodles were the perfect texture and the pork was tender and flavorful. The ambiance felt like home in all of the right ways. The vibe was welcoming and come as you are! The service was my favorite part. We were greeted and welcomed in as if we were family. It felt like our presence was wanted and greatly appreciated. We were also given friendly conversation and colorful jokes from the chef. We will definitely be coming back and trying other things on the menu. I did take note that the regulars seem to be ordering the sushi which was freshly prepared within eye site. read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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The location is pretty unassuming, but the quality of the food and service was surprisingly good. It's owned by a sweet husband and wife duo, who serve, cook and seat guests. The menu is pretty abundant so everyone can find something they like. The tempura was light and crispy. My chirashi bowl had super fresh fish and the rice was cooked well but the avocado was a bit underripe. I tried some of my sisters chicken teriyaki and it was a bit too sweet and chewy for my liking. Overall I'd give this place a 3.5/5 and recommend for you to check it out! read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Tempura - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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I'm not sure if quality has changed, but I tried some different items this time around and it was very mediocre. The flavor of the spicy tuna was a bit off. The chicken teriyaki and the nabeyaki udon were bland. I would not order those dishes again. Also when my husband ordered a beer, they gave him a very large 22oz bottle. I was surprised by the bottle size and thought to myself that maybe they only had one size. But I later saw the owner take out a normal sized 12 oz bottle for himself! I wish they would have asked what size he wanted instead of just opening the 22oz bottle, which was definitely way too much beer for him and a waste of beer and money for us. This was a disappointing visit and I probably won't be back again. read more

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This is the sushi restaurant that we judge all others by. Simple and perfect The sushi is fresh and excellently prepared read more

I ordered some sushi and it was served still partially frozen- the one piece that was not was old and tasted fishy. They do not compare to IKKA not even close read more

Service was fast and the food was tasty. If you want ramen, the miso ramen is delicious. It's a hug on the inside when you eat it. Caveat: the only protein for the ramen options was pork belly in a pork broth base. Just a note if you don't eat pork. The serving was generous, and the tea was hot, as it should be. The fried baby octopus was tasty, though there could've been a little more dressing on the slaw it was served on. Definitely not a deal breaker though. The interior was clean, and the walls are covered in pictures that people (mainly kids) have colored for the restaurant. It's a cute way to decorate. The seating area looks bigger than it actually is due to a large mirror. Still, there is at least 10 tables to eat at. The lady running the restaurant was no-nonsense and efficient. Some people consider that rude. If you want white glove table-side manner, this is not the place for you. If you want delicious ramen, this is definitely your place. read more

I've been coming to Yamado for probably over 10 years now. A family friend introduced it to me and it was the first spot I've ever tried sushi at - and it started my burning passion for this cuisine. Yamado is a very quaint restaurant tucked away in a strip mall (do not let the location or outside appearance deter you from checking this place out!), seating is pretty limited but there's also the option to sit at the bar as well. This establishment is CLEAN. If you come right when they open you can tell that they just did a deep clean. Every time I come in for a bite to eat, the waitress is extremely nice and the sushi chef is a gem. He comes around and asks you how your meal is, if you're getting a spicy ramen he'll ask if you want it spicier and he'll bring some seasoning over if you say yes. You can tell he absolutely loves what he does and he's beyond appreciative of everyone who comes in. You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu here. I unfortunately do not have any photos because I get too excited and want to eat everything before I can snap a photo, but the next time I go I will be sure to take photos. The seaweed salad appetizer is an absolute must, I always get it when I come here. All of the sushi from the speciality rolls to the traditional are phenomenal and so fresh. It's always so hard to choose between sushi or ramen/udon. I personally am not a ramen person but my friends are and they say it's the best around. I, on the other hand, am a fiend for the Niku Udon which is their beef udon soup. Entrees like chicken katsu are also served here so there's something for everyone. If you're traveling down Ogden or are in Naperville, please stop by a check this place out. read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Fried Rice - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

My friend suggested this place for dinner. Since it was a Friday night, it was pretty busy. It was also pretty loud because there was a table of teenagers for a birthday party. Onto the food. As my friend had been here before he picked out some appetizers and rolls for us. I liked 4 out of the 5 rolls we tried. I am not a fan of avocado so usually rolls with avocado I just pick the avocado off. I wasn't sure if the rolls would be enough for me so I also tried the teriyaki chicken. That I was not really impressed with. Stick to the sushi. They had some specials listed and we tried one of the downtown rolls that was pretty tasty. Service was friendly. read more

Absolutely amazing!! A diamond in the rough. I cannot say enough about this place. Food was great but the service (owners) were even better. Lee and Ichro are the best. First time here and will be regulars. Thank you both!!! read more

We were craving some ramen. Decided to explore what's around us. We found this location just a few minutes away from where we live. This is nice cozy restaurant with good selection of ramen dishes and sushi. We ordered from their specialty ramen menu and enjoyed a nice dinner. The hosts were super kind and fun to talk to. We loved our ramen dishes. read more

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Highly recommend going to Yamado! The service is top notch and the food is 10/10. Will definitely go back and get the Shrimp Mango sushi roll!! read more

Nice, warm ramen on a cold snowy day! I have been on a ramen kick lately and was looking to find a place near me so thought I'd give this place a try. I ordered to go through a 3rd party app. I ordered their Spicy Miso Ramen. The ramen came in rather small containers so I was a bit surprised. Granted, I'm not a ramen connoisseur but I tried pouring the broth in the styrofoam but completely overflowed so I had to transport to a bigger bowl. Broth was good, but I recently had a tastier broth in the south loop and it didn't exactly match that expectation. I thought the spice thermometer was spot on - not extremely spicy but not entirely bland either. I was also pleasantly surprised that despite the small containers, the meal was plenty filling and well worth the $15. I think I'd keep this place in mind for a close to home ramen place. I'm eager to try out their sushi next time too. read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Tonkotsu Spicy Miso Ramen - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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Miss Lee and Ichiro run this place class and the food is even better! From the ramen to the apps, and especially the sushi, everything is amazing. Miss Lee carries the best sake! read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Eating awesome food and drink! - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

This is probably as "mom & pop" of a restaurant as you can imagine. The owners started the sushi restaurant 30 years ago. There is no other staff. It's in a small strip mall that is not that busy and easy to miss. The owners know their local and loyal clientele by names. They have accumulated a large sushi roll menus, along with ramen and tempura. I am not sure it is the best sushi or Japanese restaurant, but it's still a gem in Naperville off Ogden. read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Downtown roll - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

I LOVE the Tonkatsu Ramen here! I've tried at least 4 other ramen at other restaurants and I will make the 45+ minute trip to this restaurant specifically in winter and in the heat of summer for their Ramen :D The owner & his wife are friendly and polite (she sees me coming and already knows I'm looking foward to another warm creamy bowl of noodles) It's a small restaurant but has a pleasant & calm atmosphere, I can really enjoy my food here! Looking forward to future visits :) read more

I LOVE Yamado! This is a small, family-run Japanese restaurant serving sushi, sashimi, and ramen. I've had their ramen in the past - it is really flavorful and filling, always enough to bring home some for later. This night we had the sushi. We ordered salmon, tuna, zuke salmon, plus a spider roll and Grand Canyon roll. I think we were delivered the sashimi instead, but it was so good it didn't matter! The tuna was lightly seared and served with what the chef called his 'special wasabi sauce'. The zuke salmon was incredible - he said it was salmon belly marinated for 48(?) hours, then seasoned and served over seasoned rice. flavorful, and totally melt-in-your-mouth!! Chef said only he and one other chef in the area know how to make it. Worth the trip to try just this! The spider roll was good, but the Grand Canyon was amazing! Every bite had a new flavor or texture. It was super yummy and fun to eat! I wish I knew the name of the chef and his wife. They are so funny and kind. They will make your visit memorable! read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - From outside. I wish I had taken interior pics, it's a really cute place. - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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I went to get food here with my friend the other day and I loved how it was a cute little corner ramen shop. It was empty when we went in but the vibes were super nice. I got the Bulgogi Ramen and the soup was nice and spicy and my friend's Tonkatsu Miso Ramen was super flavorful. I loved the perfectly boiled egg and the curly noodles that you get in ramen packages. The owners of the shop were also so friendly and adorable that they made the experience so much better. read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Bulgogi Ramen, Tonkotsu Miso Ramen - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Fantastic sushi and ramen. Spicy teriyaki chicken is NOT to be missed. Fun sushi chef / owner and lady owner (partner; not married/involved) is warm and welcoming. Our go-to for all things Japanese!! read more

Jewel in Naperville. Food and service were amazing, everything was fresh and flavorful. Owner gave an atmosphere of a loving and welcoming home. They come and talk with every costumer making you feel special. Will definitely be one of our go to sushi restaurants. read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Variety of flaming rolls - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Took my wife here for date night on a fine Saturday evening. It's next to a pawn shop and the strip mall feels kind of shady, but it is what it is. We went kind of late, a little after 8. There were a few other tables filled, but not packed. A gentleman disinfected a table for us and we sat down. The vibe felt comfortable and the chef was joking around with a table of young customers who appeared to be regulars. Two other families were even having a conversation, so it felt friendly. This place also stores chopsticks for customers. We ordered a Hawaii Mango Roll, a Spicy Tuna Double Deluxe Roll, and one other roll whose name escapes me. It appeared that there was only one person making the rolls, so it took quite a while for the food to come. We ended up leaving around 9:30. Thankfully, each roll we ordered was delicious. Service was friendly enough. Our total bill w/ tip came to $66.50, so pricier than we usually pay at other places for 3 rolls; then again, everything's more expensive these days. read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Do not be fooled by the Japanese name. There's is nothing authentic or delicious about this place. Save your self the $20 ramen and walk down the street a few block to H-mart and buy yourself some instant ramen. This is easily the worst tonkotsu ramen I ever had. The broth lacked body and flavor. Tasted as if someone just added salt to like warm water. We also got the soft shell carb. Can someone explain why my order of soft shell crab looks half eaten? Where is the batter? Where is the rest of the crab? Avoid this place. Go eat at H-mart down the street instead. read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Soft Shell Crab - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Visiting family in the suburbs, we were craving Japanese food and decided to try this place out due to the high ratings on Yelp. Coming from the West Coast, my expectations weren't too high, but I have to say the overall flavors were disappointing and bit surprised by the reviews. We got a few different specialty sushi rolls and noodles, including Tonkatsu ramen, curry ramen, and niki udon. The quality of the fish wasn't great and even my little nephew who usually loves sushi, didn't find the taste great. The broths of the soup were also a bit one note. I'll give them a bit of a pass for some of the quality since we didn't eat the food immediately (ordered takeout), but the meal left a lot to be desired. read more

Sometimes you want ambiance, a vibe, an experience. Other times you just want good food served with a smile. This place is 100% the latter. Don't let the ramshackle strip mall location fool you. They're cooking up good eats. We have the aptly named Wonderful Roll and the King Kong roll. Both were gone in and instant. The Gyoza is clearly made in house. The service was also first grade too. My new fave spot. read more

The beef bulgogi ramen is my absolute favorite! Very good service too! I will totally recommend !!

I love this establishment. Its family owned and the owner and wife are very kind. You can tell they make their food with love.

The owners are the absolute best. They always go out of their way to make you feel at home. It is a restaurant that is important to support. Love this place. read more

Clean, adherence to covid protocols as far as I could tell, decent parking lot... Curry ramen was perfect! I'll be returning to try other options on the menu but with temperatures dropping warmed me right up! Btw I'm sure they plate better my order was pick up n ride out so hoping no one looks at my tasty plate and thinks anything otherwise than it's read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - Curry Ramen - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

The food is top notch!!! The service is above and beyond and the ambiance is relaxed and inviting.

Great family owned spot. Service is always fantastic, owners are always friendly, helpful, and attentive. Food is delicious. Atmosphere is great. I don't have anything negative to say. It's one of our favorite spots. read more

It's good for a fast and simple ramen craving stop. The regular size ramen is $9.95 and a larger bowl is $13.95. My friend and I walked in there during lunch hour to check out their ramen. I got I ordered their R1 tonkotsu ramen and my friend ordered their tonkotsu miso ramen. They were both okay. It's four stars for including a nice friendly atmosphere the food was good for the price. Ramen can run you $15 or more for a bowl so this is a good deal. Their noodles were nice a chewy broth was no too salty but clear which a little disappointed since I love a creamy fatty tonkotsu broth. I would return there to check out perhaps their sushi next time. This review was strictly for their ramen since they are the only game in town in this part of Naperville. read more

So this place has been here as long as I have lived in Naperville (nine years) and somehow I have never been. But in doing some research as to the places around town that serve udon, I discovered it. It definitely looks a little time-worn, from the beat-up Sapporo placemats to the specials on the walls hand-written on posterboard like a kid's school project. But I noticed that the floor was impeccably clean. There's a broad range of sushi (including chef's special rolls at happy hour from 4:30-7:30, 40% off if you pay in cash), but we both went for noodles on a rainy day: Tempura udon for me and spicy tonkatsu ramen for my boyfriend. My noodles had a chewy springiness that I liked, and they paired well with the thin broth garnished with green onion and strings of nori. The tempura was plentiful (one shrimp, onion ring, kabocha pumpkin, slab of sweet potato, broccoli, and a handful of green beans). My boyfriend enjoyed his ramen in spicy tonkotsu (rich pork) broth, including the half-boiled egg, but he said he would have preferred to get it with thicker noodles like mine. We were also served a basic salad (iceberg lettuce and a bit of carrot) with a very interesting dressing: very vinegary balanced with the richness of sesame oil, and sprinkled with sesame seeds too. The meal was capped off by a whimsically carved orange. Service was friendly, if leisurely. We were the only people in the place to start, followed by a lone lady who sat at the sushi bar. Not the fanciest sushi place in town, but a solid choice if you don't need pretensions. read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - I didn't even get a pic of our meal bc we were so hungry! But this little carved orange came at the end. :) - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Another wonderful meal with friends. I loved all the pictures on the walls from rhe kids who love going there! The service is always spot on and everyone is so friendly! read more

Oh my gosh, this place was so good I will come back place was giving. The food was good and the service good to

terrible Dishes weren't even cleaned properly, the "authentic " ramen was straight up instant shin ramen with some over spices included. If you're looking for authentic ramen then go to Kitakata. The sashimi octopus weren't even chewable and not boiled right. The sushi wasn't terrible but definitely not good either. read more

Yamado Japanese Restaurant - uncleaned plate - Japanese Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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We had amazing food on Thursday. The owner was super nice to my grandson. The Odon noodles are wonderful and the broth was so good. My daughter had sushi and loved it. I will be back for sure. read more

We visited this place on the recommendation of our friends from Japan. this is a really wonderful authentic restaurant with an amazingly pleasant chef and waiter, perfectly cooked Japanese dishes. the food was cooked quickly, looked fresh, and immaculate. the atmosphere of this place breathes silence and tranquility, and the collection of chopsticks of regular visitors is a pleasant evidence of reliability and tradition. read more

The food is great! I recommend edamame as an appetizer, miso soup, and the fish is so fresh you can't go wrong with any roll. The staff is so kind, the owners are very friendly and love to make conversation with their customers. Very family-like environment. Don't let the location fool you! And the rolls are the perfect size. I don't like the very large rolls, these are the perfect mouthful! read more