the food and service are always so good. nice people working there, and clearly talented cooks. the place is well decorated and visually appealing. i'm going to be dreaming of those tater tots for the rest of my life lol read more

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Friendly and kind staff! The rolls came out quickly. The decorations are cute. We came for the weekday happy hour 4:30-6:30PM which included $4 off jumbo rolls, so we tried 3 jumbo rolls. Also tried 2 pieces of their limited fish for the day. We went before a night shift so couldn't try any drinks. I liked ThugLife2 the most, light, refreshing and good crunch from the jalapeño. Riverwalk was oily feeling with the tempura crunch, so not my favorite but if you like tempura, this is good. Sin nombre had interesting complex flavor but light with the yuzu marinade. The albacore was seared so slight firmer texture. The sashimi we got came with grated ginger and soy sauce and I didn't have to dip it at all. The texture was firm but not chewy, very fresh. read more

Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill - Thuglife2 - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We stopped by for happy hour and were seated promptly. The jumbo rolls are $4 off during happy hour M-F and they have some apps and drinks as well. The ambiance was really nice with cool snippets of anime on the wall without being tacky. We got the tater tots, the dragon ball roll, and the chicago spring roll. The tater tots were hot and fresh dressed in a tograshi blend, truffle mayo, parmesan cheese and cilantro. I personally didn't love this combo of flavors too much, but my mom enjoyed them! The roll presentation was absolutely stunning. I was actually blown away by the sauces, which were customized by color but also flavor, so they actually were great to dip in. I was blown away by the hot sauce they used for the dragon breath, it had a real kick to it. Unfortunately i didn't like the eel quality tho, i think the roll would have been just fine without it and i found myself having to spit out some fatty piece to the eel that wasn't melting or going anywhere. The roll itself was way more filling than it looks too. The service was good! It got slower as the restaurant got busier but our water's stayed getting refilled which was good. I also absolutely love the bathroom! I was thrilled to see the extra thought they put into having feminine products AND mouthwash! That was the perfect touch and i wish more restaurants had it. They do charge 20% gratuity by standard, so just make sure you don't accidentally tip again later cuz they may not remember to point it out to you. read more

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Amazing service, sushi and drinks here at Yuzu! My daughter and S.I.L. are regulars here, and I understand why. It is definitely worth a visit, especially during Happy Hour weekdays. The tuna poke appetizer was fresh, generous enough for sharing, and had just the right amount of spice to it. They were generous with the diced avocado too. The chicken katsu Bento Box I ordered was a healthy portion and full of delicious, authentic flavors. I loved the unique cucumber salad with delicately scalloped edged, thin cucumber slices and crabmeat stick. The steamed rice was rolled into small cylinder shapes with black sesame seeds on top. I was impressed by the attention to these tiny details and warm greeting from servers that made this meal so memorable. I look forward to returning and trying some of their crafted cocktails too. A West Town gem, for sure. read more

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Sushi here is delicious! I already want to go back. They are creative with their bowls and boxes. I would not recommend the Uni. It was an extra $10 to add to the box. It was a bit fishy. Other than that, all the other cuts were great. read more

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Food was fresh and excellent service was great ambience was typical Japanese. Been going there since they first opened down the street to the new location where they are now never been disappointed read more

Best sushi I've ever had!!! Great service, atmosphere, beautiful presentation and super fresh fish. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Booked this spot to celebrate a girlfriend's birthday. Yuzu was a great dining experience and definitely one of the better meals I've had recently. The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with attention to detail. I'd def prefer the bowls over the rolls. Service was attentive without being overbearing, and everything came out at a steady, comfortable pace. The staff was knowledgeable and happy to offer recommendations, which made the experience feel a bit more personal. The atmosphere was modern and inviting, making it a great spot for both a casual dinner and a slightly nicer night out. Only downfall is the surcharge for outside food like a cake to celebrate a birthday was even if we spent over $300 dining in. But something to keep in mind of especially when I'm dining with my toddler since not all items on the menu is kid friendly. I'll have to ask about kiddo next time to be prepared for next time. Overall, Yuzu delivers on both quality and experience. It's not perfect, but it's very close--I'd definitely come back again. read more

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I really enjoyed my experience here! Did a little date night with the hubby and it was delicious. We were able to utilize the last 30 minutes of happy hour when we got there which was nice. To share, we ordered the gyoza and the robata sampler. I recommend the robata sampler especially if you're a meat lover! Very tasty and you get to try 3 types of meats (chicken, beef, and pork). For sushi, we ordered 3 jumbo rolls to share (they were $5 off each roll during happy hour). We ordered the Motown effect, Dragon ball, and the Chicago spring. Out of the 3, Chicago Spring was our fav! The sushi art is so cute and unique. I think it makes dinner a more fun experience. read more

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After seeing this on my friend's instagram story, I had to go. And oh my all the traffic was worth it this place was so good and the fish was so fresh. We started with miso soup which was good and then ordered the Back to Basic roll and I can't recommend it enough I loved it. We also ordered the Hokkaido Winter dish and it was perfect to split both these between 2 of us. The box is dine-in only and came with yuzu seasoned rice underneath scallops, snow crab, roe, toro, and caviar. It comes with seaweed sheets so we made our own mix and match bites and it was absolutely delicious. We also used the ponzu sauce that came with our roll to dip the fish from the box since we saw someone recommended that. Our waitress was super patient with us as there was so much to decide. We got there a little after happy hour ended and it was very busy inside which died out shortly after. So so good !!! read more

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I came here to celebrate a friend's birthday and loved the food! I came here at 12:30pm to grab a table for 6 because my friend couldn't reserve online. It was still pretty empty, but by the time my friends came at like 12:45pm the place was basically packed and this place opens at 12pm! I got the ume bowl and it blew me away! From the freshness of the sashimi on top to the rice underneath it was just near perfection! The rice was nicely seasoned and you can taste hints of yuzu or something citrus. Super refreshing and paired really well with the sashimi on top. The yellowtail, tuna, and salmon were so fatty good! I felt full after eating half of it. I cannot wait to come back here again for the ume bowl again. I forgot which roll my friend ordered, but it was really good. You can see that the design on the board for the sauce on each roll you order is different and very nice. If you're ever in this area, you have to stop by here for sushi! read more

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I absolutely love the atmosphere and the sushi here. The fish is incredibly fresh and well-priced. The happy hour is also a great perk. From start to finish, service was great. They even accommodate changing our table because we added another person. I can't wait to return! read more

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Yuzu Sushi was such a delightful experience! I loved their creativity, they add beautiful designs to the plates with their sauces, and their rolls are good quality. I got the Chicago Bean and Skyline design with my sushi roll. The service incredibly attentive & helpful. I accidentally spilled a dark sauce on my light jeans and they immediately helped me get soda water to clean it out. They also had great priced happy hour rolls and drinks on the menu which made it a real steal! read more

Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill - Sushi rolls - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So, so good! The fish quality has always been great and there are plenty of fun options on the menu to spice it up or try something new. It's a nice spot to dine in with a good amount of seating. read more

Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really nice spot to dine at! Paid street parking along the street. It's all about the sauce! Love the colorful designs on the sushi plates for a unique plating and the sauce is tasty even if it blends all together. The Robata is also quite delicious! Protein is juicy and seasoned really well. We got the Robata Sampler (6pcs) with beef short ribs, chicken satay, pork shoulder and each was delicious. Ranking would be beef, pork, chicken. All the rolls had fresh fish and ingredients and I think this is the spot for sushi rolls with unique combinations. For rolls we got: + Chicago Spring - shrimp tempura, avocado, cream cheese, fish roe, spicy mayo, wasabi mayo, tempura crumbs, sweet soy sauce + Over the Rainbow - cooked eel, tuna, salmon, white fish, avocado, spicy mayo, wasabi mayo, sweet soy sauce + Back to Basic - tuna, salmon, avocado, fried shallot, Shiso leaves, kelp, salmon roe, scallions, served w/ ponzu sauce My favorite was the Back to Basic in terms of intricacy flavor! For drinks, I ordered the Blizzard 101 which is a Japanese whiskey, egg white, lime juice, and bitters. The drink had a lot of depth to it which was nice and the lime juice gave it a nice refreshing twist. read more

The food itself was wonderful, and the ambience was nice, but unfortunately they apply a 20% gratuity to every single party size!! I'd say to avoid coming here because of that!! read more

Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill - 20% gratuity to everyone!! - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food is great but DO NOT COME HERE! they apply an AUTOMATIC 20% gratuity to every single table no matter the party size!!! read more

We were warmly greeted and seated right away when we arrived around 6:30pm. The waitresses were very sweet and super quick to serve us. They gave us some recommendations and what was popular since it was our first time. We got the bang bang shrimp, the "don't tell my wife" jumbo roll, monster spider, Philly, and spicy scallop (not pictured). All were very good and filling! They did not skimp on my avocado! The quality of ingredients was wonderful! From the crunchy tempura shrimp on the "don't tell my wife" to the Smokey salmon in the Philly and the buttery smooth spicy scallops. I loved the modern Japandi look of this manga themed sushi restaurant! The manga panels on the wall were a super nice touch read more

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If I could give 6/5 stars I would! This place is right up my alley of hip hop music vibes, city murals, delicious sushi, and intimate ambiance. My friend and I got seated at a table of 2 and it was crowded for a Friday dinner. We had the miso salmon, ume bowl, mori sashimi, and the Hokkaido winter. My friend and I ordered the lavender and lychee martini and they were insanely delicious and presented beautifully. The food was the freshest sashimi selection I've had in Chicago area. My favorite entree was the Hokkaido winter with the seafood arranged over their yuzu seasoning rice. We had tried the yuzu ponzu sauce on the side and it made the food taste even more delicious. The miso salmon as an appetizer was also insanely tasty and presented as a flower. The service was attentive and friendly, we never felt rushed at all. The tiramisu was made wonderfully as well, nothing too out of the ordinary. Their presentations gave an authentic taste of Japan and I am already planning to come back for happy hour soon! read more

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Yuzu is my go to sushi spot. Friendly service. Cute place with high top seats in the front & regular tables along the back wall. Cool art & vibe. The jumbo rolls are delish & are a work of art. I've tried most of them. Robata grill is also yummy. We've gotten shrimp & chicken skewers. Great cocktails too. read more

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Pretty cool concept especially with the presentation! The jumbo rolls are huge and ordering two rolls was perfect for two people. Some highlights were the born to chill, takoyaki, and fatty salmon! They had a happy hour menu and offered $5 off for each jumbo roll. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised and glad I got to have my sushi fix read more

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Their born to chill roll is my fav here! I love the decor inside it's super fun with wooden manga panels! Their jumbo rolls are fun with the prettiest designs they make using their sauces! During my most recent visit, I mentioned I was celebrating my graduation and they put a super cute grad design with the sauces! So cute and fun. Service is great here and their cocktails are pretty yummy too! Solid spot for sushi :) read more

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Most times I go to Yuzu, their rolls hit the spot. However, the last time I went, all rolls were a little off. Could possibly be that we came an hour after opening so it was earlier in the day on a Saturday. I usually order the jumbo rolls and they are worth it. They are beautifully decorated with colorful sauces. - Chicago spring roll: my go to roll. I recommend for people who like cream cheese in their sushi rolls - Sin nombre: really refreshing with the raw fish and ponzu sauce - Salmon avocado: simple and reliable roll - Miso soup: a good miso soup, nothing too special from other soups I've had. My friend ordered the spicy miso soup and she liked it read more

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Yuzu Sushi is an upscale sushi restaurant in West Town, Chicago that serves unique and quirky "sushi art" as part of its fare. I really enjoyed my meal here. Right off the bat, I will say that the restaurant gets very crowded, very quickly. In my opinion, this restaurant is too small for the amount of business it gets. (But maybe the small cozy vibe is part of the appeal? I'm not sure.) Overcrowdedness aside, the space itself was clean and well-organized, which I appreciated. The crowd meant we had to wait about 20-30 minutes for a table, but honestly, that wasn't too bad for a Saturday night. The appetizers were good and the sushi was fresh, but the flavors were just not there for me. I enjoyed it, but it didn't blow me away. It's just good sushi with some nice art pieces on the side (made with various colored condiments and sauces). It's clear that the sushi arts were designed more for social media than for eating. Regardless, the food wasn't bad. The sushi rolls were pretty good (especially for the price), they just weren't very memorable flavor-wise. Overall, did I enjoy it? Yes. Would I come back again? No. I got the cute photos I wanted, but there are other sushi restaurants in Chicago that serve better-tasting sushi rolls with less of a wait. read more

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Just under 10 minutes from the United Center, this is a great option for grabbing dinner before a show or sporting event. Everything I had here was delicious! For starters, I had the takoyaki (octopus fritters). They were perfect! I didn't have the avocado mango salad, probably the best salad I have had in a long time. It was fresh and well-dressed and I couldn't stop going back to the salad! I also had the monster spider small roll. The cook on the soft shell crab was perfect! My friend ordered a jumbo roll and her board came decorated in sauce in the form of an octopus! It was brilliant! I'm not a drinker so I just opted for water, but the waiter kept coming back and making sure my water was filled. There is a nice buzz and the restaurant, but it is not too loud which I appreciate. The lighting is low and makes for a very intimate dining experience. I will hand down be back to this restaurant and highly recommended for anyone that's looking for good sushi! read more

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Great place. Hip location for sushi and snacks. Maki with amazing sauce art was the move, but now they offer really high end fresh cuts of elevated sashimi. They also have nigiri and yakitori, and everything is good. Even the high end stuff is very affordable and the staff is always the nicest. read more

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Everyone here was so incredibly friendly and attentive! Some of the best service I've had in Chicago. The sushi was 10/10 and would eat the truffle oil tuna for every meal. The mango avocado salad was also super tasty. I will say the actual robata meats were not my favorite but this could be a personal thing. The meats were either a bit fatty or they were more like patty style ground meats. Would probably skip these and go for the other items on the menu because they were great! read more

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Great happy hour here during the week 4:30-6:30pm. We didn't realize when we arrived around 6:15 on a Tuesday evening but were able to sneak in a discounted cocktail and specialty roll before happy hour ended. I was impressed with the sushi here, the fish tasted soooo fresh which I'm picky about since we live in Chicago and not near a coast! In addition to the rolls, we got edamame and gyoza to share. Everything came out timely and I would definitely get sushi from here again. Service was friendly and attentive. read more

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Very beautiful and creative sauce art when you order the jumbo rolls. I had the Dragon Ball and the Motown Effect. Taste-wise, it was pretty standard for American-style rolls (which is by no means bad, it's just a different style than traditional Japanese sushi rolls). However, the artwork and dedication to creating them for every order (hats off to the sushi chef) is an ingenious marketing tactic that provides a visual feast in itself. Highly recommended! Excellent service. Minimalist ambiance. read more

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My husband and I have been going to Yuzu since we lived in Chicago, and when we visit from NYC it's one of the few places we will still make a trip to the city to eat at because it's been consistently good. We used to go at dinner time when we lived there, and it would be busy and lively. Now when we go, it's usually at off hours after lunch, and it's a very chill vibe with still great service. We did notice that the portions have gotten smaller, especially the avocado mango salad, but I think this is the case in most places. The flavors are still amazing and we love the freshness and quality of the food. Our favorites are the salad, the miso soup (spicy and regular), edamame (spicy and regular), vegetarian sushi, and my husband loves their teriyaki chicken plate with a side of peanut sauce and chili sauce. Thanks for staying awesome over the years Yuzu! read more

Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill in West Town is my favorite sushi spot in Chicago. I love bringing friends here because they're always so impressed with the quality and presentation! Plus, they've got great cocktails and there are a bunch of fun shops nearby to stop in before or after your meal. Two of us got the lychee saketini's. They were so good! Love that they give you an actual lychee with it! The third person got a sapporo beer and it was just as good as expected! We all split three jumbo rolls for our meal. My favorite part about all of them was definitely the presentation and sauce, but they were also really great rolls without considering that! The roll on the top left was the river walk. I always love a roll with jalapeños and this did not disappoint! The middle roll was the love potion no.9. It was amazing!! I loved that it was topped with seared salmon and baked sweet mayo. Definitely a unique roll that I haven't had anywhere else! The roll on the right was the breaking bad. This was for sure my favorite. I loved the fried ginger and grilled asparagus!! Overall, Yuzu definitely impressed us again. Can't wait to go back!! read more

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My friend and I visited this restaurant to celebrate her birthday, right before a comedy show. We were late for our reservation but still didn't have to wait long to be seated. Once at our table we started with some drinks (I forgot which ones ) and plenty of appetizers. We love to eat and try everything so we ordered Hamachi Crudo, Asparagus Bacon skewer, Ribeye skewer, and Tuna Truffle oil sashimi. WOW! We were not disappointed at all! Everything was amazing especially the Tuna Truffle oil sashimi. For dinner we tried the Sea Smoke and the Don't Tell My Wife sushi rolls. Although we were looking forward to the beautiful artwork on our sushi platters, we didn't quite get it. Maybe because it was a busy night. Nonetheless, the sushi rolls were absolutely delicious. We really enjoyed the food. It was moderately noisy and plenty of street parking. We are sushi gals so we'll definitely be back! read more

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Over 5 stars. Everything was exceptional. Service was humble and attentive. Sushi was delicious. Authentic hospitality. This place hit the spot! I loved it. read more

Ordered once on Ubereat, my experience was great based on the dishes I had. Everything came nicely packaged and warm. Negi Hamachi: unlike the other Negi hamachi I had previously, their roll size is large and the fish is greatly seasoned. Also, it is fresh and the rice portion is not too big (a huge plus). Salmon: the grilled salmon is great seasoned, you can definitely taste a hint of sourness of the yuzu. However, it is a bit overcooked, not juicy and tender. I don't really recommend this. Nasu: the grilled eggplant is awesome and worth a try! It has a light sour and sweet taste. It is perfectly grilled. Love this one. Ume Bowl: a very interesting bowl! It comes with a variety of fishes ( tuna, salmon, yellowtail, Zuke sake, scallop, and salmon roe). It is also a great option to try all the various types of fishes. This bowl is topped with a quail egg which made the fishes extra tender. The sushi rice is seasoned with yuzu! A very interesting and creative seasoning of rice. This is definitely not a bland dish, it is an interesting and special dish. Worth a try. Ama Ebi(forgot to take a picture): the raw shrimp is sweet, fresh, and tender. FYI, the frying head comes with sushi rice and mayo (ask to make any adjustments if you have any allergies). Overall, I think Yuzu is a great place to try out various kind of creative sushi and dishes. They do offer lots of creative rolls, but not too many nigiri options. I noticed that the dine in price or online ordering through their website is cheaper than third party platforms. Since I live a bit far from the restaurant, I can only order from third party sites. Therefore, the food is kind of pricey to me. Also, there are more food options if you choose to dine in or if you can order through their website! It would be great if Yuzu can make more accommodation for customers on third party platforms (allergy friendly, food accommodations, and more food options). read more

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Yuzu is a Japanese restaurant serving creative sushi rolls, robata dishes and more in a manga themed setting. A friend recommended this place and I was a little hesitant because personally I am not a big sushi fan but I MUST say I absolutely loved this place. My sister and I tried lychee saketini and hot sake, which were perfect. We started with chicken dumplings called Gyoza, and I also had chicken satay from the robata section--both tasted good, but I wished there was more quantity for chicken satay. We tried the veg sushi rolls, La vie en rosa, green harbor and avacado & cucumber and I must say I absolutely loved all three sushi rolls. My personal favorite was La vie en rosa. The decorations on the Green Harbor roll were beautiful. Basically, this roll comes with a cute design made with sauces. The presentation is nice. The place has a rustic feel with wooden anime designs, and it's not too loud, so it's easy to chat with friends. The service is pretty quick. Make sure to book ahead because it gets busy at night. Overall, it's one of the best sushi places I've been to, and I definitely recommend it read more

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This is not an exaggeration, but Yuzu Sushi has become my all-time favourite sushi restaurant. Some of my favorites are their vegetarian sushi dishes: La Vie En Rose which is a sweet potato, avocado, cream cheese and aioli sushi and, avocado&cucumber sushi. It is outstanding and the flavors are really wonderful. The way they make sauce presentation on the plate is quite unique and very innovative. In this visit I also tried their chicken dumplings and chicken satay which was pretty good too but portions a bit too small for these dishes. We also ordered a bunch of cocktails and hot sake which was crisp and earthy in taste. The place has a chic, casual ambiance and a friendly staff. I highly recommend and I look forward to returning. PS. This place is no longer a BYOB and requires reservation for $15 per person! read more

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First time eating sushi at Yuzu, the drinks we ordered were good, the sushi was good, and the service was good! I will definitely be back. We ordered Dragon Ball, Sorry I'm Drunk,Sake sushi, and edamame. I definitely recommend this place to anyone who loves sushi. read more

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Yuzu Sushi and Robata is located on the cutest street in West Town of Chicago. It's a sushi art spot that blends Japanese traditional dishes with a little artistry. Check out our sushi roll. This spot was founded in 2011 by Yut Vong, who transitioned from a career in political journalism to the food service industry! We got the spicy edamame, tater tots, hamachi and jalapeño small roll and the River Walk Roll! Look at the art work it comes with. Wow! All were excellent. I loved the buzz in this restaurant. It wasn't loud but everyone was conversing. Not a lot of people are on their phones. A nice change! read more

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Yuzu is a great spot for sushi. Chill, great service, delicious dishes, nice ambience and good music. The specials today were phenomenal and fresh. read more

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Not a huge sushi person but this might make me into one!! Love the presentation, got a few rolls and the thug life 2 was my favorite. Has a good spice level and comes with a bunch of sauces on the board. I'm not sure if you're supposed to eat the rolls with them but they tasted good to me! Also make sure to try the tater tots!! read more

Yuzu Sushi & Robata Grill - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois