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Wakamono
Sushi Restaurant and Japanese Restaurant$$$$
Lake View East, Chicago
The experts at Eater and Redeye Chicago recommend this place
"Get the Peter Parker roll."(4 Tips)
"The Geisha and the Maki Mexicano Roll are really good!"(2 Tips)
"Loved the Kani Chung roll but our server was incredibly rude."(2 Tips)
"Jalapeño miso soup."(2 Tips)
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Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014A favorite for the fresh fish and sizzling scene. Don't miss Wang's, the tiny lounge next door where the bartenders garnish martinis with fresh slices of ginger and orchids plucked from vases. Read more
EaterJanuary 11, 2011What we love even more than the hip setting, super fresh sashimi and inventive, colorful rolls is how damn affordable it is. Grab a ginger martini at super cool Wang's next door. [Eater 38 Member]
Francois FFebruary 19, 2012The sushi is definitely among the best in the city and the presentation makes it just as appetizing! Don't get anything else though... Who serves grilled chicken wrapped in foil? Very homemade...
Speciality rolls are great and their smeared tuna in wasabi sauce was awesome! Flirting cocktails from Wang next door.
Hannah SegallJanuary 26, 2014Great, fresh sushi! They have a drink menu, but you can BYOB with an $8 corkage fee.
🅰️Ⓜ️🅰️|\|▶️🅰️ 📌▶️🤘🏻💰August 9, 2021Yellowtail ceviche was out of this world. Would also recommend the Moby Dick signature roll.
Joshua TitusMay 8, 2011The service tonight was absolutely amazing. I was worried based on previous tips but they were very amazing!
Mouthwatering apps - red snapper sashimi with truffle oil and steamed sea bass with black bean & ginger. You'll regret it if you skip these. Read more- Lee CohenSeptember 15, 2012Get the Peter Parker roll. It's worth the try if you love sushi and especially soft shell crab.
Excellent sushi / sashimi combo orders. Uni sashimi in a cucumber is delicious !
James LollisJune 15, 2015I was not impressed. These folks take themselves and their food a little too seriously. Relax and stop being so stuck up with the food.
Renato LeonelOctober 5, 2015Personally I found out that I really don't like Japanese food. Also, the prices are very high in this restaurant.
Everything here is good, but the Godzilla roll is to die for.
Katie CampbellOctober 1, 2014Do NOT go here late. They practically kicked us out before the food even came. Plus it was ridiculously expensive. Not coming back which is unfortunate because I like the ambience.
Rebecca DenisonJanuary 14, 2012Wait staff not the friendliest, but sushi is unreal! Kani Chung or Godzilla are best!!
Try the Wakamono Roll, I mean they named the restaurant after it...delicious.
LeeannMarch 13, 2011Don't try to pilfer the animal sculptures. Some drunken fool did, and the entire waitstaff exited to char after him. No service for a full 20 min.
RoRo aka GodzirraJune 5, 2010BEWARE: for a group of 4 or more, they add 20% tip, based on the grand total, instead of the subtotal. Also, they charge for every extra small sauce you ask for. AND they're rude when you bring it up!
Laura OldhamMarch 13, 2010Not at all impressed with the waitstaff. For a $6 per bottle corkage fee I would hope they'd be a little more respectful we requested wine.
KathyJuly 29, 2010Worst service in Chicago. If you must go here, make sure you ask to have your wine opened BEFORE they clear your plates, otherwise they refuse to open it.
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- Mon–Sat
- 4:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- Noon–11:00 PM
(773) 296-6800
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Menus
Dinner
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails, BYO
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