Hanabi Japanese Restaurant
| Address: | 734 S Buffalo Grove Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA |
| Phone: | +1 847-777-1787 |
| Site: | hanabi4sushi.com |
| Rating: | 4.2 |
| Working: | 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 3–9PM |
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David Liang
Food: 3 Decor: 3 Service: 2 2.5 stars, rounding up. I came here with my roommate for Sunday dinner around 8pm after making a reservation. 1. Yakitori, 5 Mediocre. Yakitori had broccoli on it, which was unusual, and the chicken wasnt as good as most of the ones Ive had at other restaurants. 2. Egg roll, 4 Mediocre and a bit bland. 3. Omakase, 23 Mediocre. It came with 5 pieces of nigiri, a roll with avocado and tempura shrimp, an imitation crab roll, and two rice balls. I was hoping the omakase would be unique, but it seems that its the same everytime. 4. Chefs special with rice, 15 Okay, but still much better than the average Japanese restaurant. Dinner came with complimentary edamame (subpar), miso soup (mediocre), and mochi (mango was really good). Service was friendly, but they didnt refill my empty glass of water.
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Jessica Chin
I have a sushi place so this is not where I go for sushi. BUT I was looking for a kind of easy japanese food restaurant that I can casually go to for other japanese food. I liked the golden shrimp, I liked the teriyaki steak, and I liked all the sides that came with it. The fried shrimps were especially good. I went in with an open mind and it turned out better than I thought. Yes, the decor and sevice was minimal, but the food was generous and satisfying to me.
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A Private User
I had tried to find tempura for awhile now. I didnt know about this place until I was at Dominicks recently. Decided to give it a try and was very surprised. Service was top notch and the food was even better. Had some hand rolls and shrimp tempura. Presentation is very important (you may not think so, but it has a large impact on your mood), and they really have mastered it. I will now be a repeat customer, and will recommend it to everyone I know.
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Lance Lawson
This used to be an excellent place for sushi, but with declining customers, probably due to an influx of competition nearby, the quality is very questionable. Im not certain how much longer they can survive without the quality going further down or someone getting ill. The owner needs to start from scratch and clean up the act. Lower quality of cleanliness probably due to the owner hiring very low paid help who are not part of Asian family.
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william cook
Best sushi I ever tasted and I have tried all kinds from all different places. Nothing makes my mouth water like thinking about Hanabi. Dont listen to theese blithering idiots, they have no clue. They are probably used to Dominicks crap. I have never been able to match the flavor the chef at Hanabi has made with her sushi. Shes a culinary guru. I will forever buy my sushi here. Its hard to even think of moving away.
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A Private User
These folks honor Mr. Hanabi (the original owner & chef) by providing very fresh and well presented Sushi with lovely service. Their chicken teriyaki is better than the old mans, and thats saying something. Value? NEVER have I gone away hungry. Their $9.99 lunch Sushi "B" fills this 6 foot 200 pound critic comfortably, and with top quality. If you are looking for "All You Eat", go elsewhere and good luck to you.
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Cara Lovelace
Money hungry owners. They chase after people if they do not like the tip they leave. Owner is mean and greedy! The special promotions they advertise are never real. The previous owner Park, was a kind and generous man that appreciated the business. Whenever we pick up an order they leave something out or make a mistake. Much better places, like the new place across the street on Dundee Road.
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Bruce Bradley
Got adventurous tried a new place. Not good. Google rating 4.3 stars ...not what we got from sushi deluxe for 2 16 pcs. For $30 Chefs Choice of slimy salmon, tough red snaper, really sticky salki. But worst of all was a pile of yellow slime they presented as golden shrimp burnt crunchy on the bottom. I took a bite and have a heavy slim coating my mouth and gagging me an hour later. AVOID !!!!
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Jane Che
Theres tons of subtleties that can make or break Japanese cuisine. Hanabi did a nice job and I was pleasantly surprised to find a place in the NW burbs deliver it in a small package. If you want lanterns, outfits, slippers and gongs, you wont find that here. Come for a nice selection, sushi and rolls without tons of rice wrapped around it, food prepared right, and friendly service.
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Chris Kim
They have a great roll selection at the most affordable price. Dont let the price fool you. The chef knows how to make the maki right. I cant believe some people complain they dont put enough rice. Seriously? Someone doesnt know how to eat sushi. Lol my favorite is sashimi salad Hoe Dop Bab. Its got the right balance between the salad, sashimi, and rice. Yum yum. You should try!
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Joseph Bejm
Today Sunday 2-19-17. It was very busy it was only one person serving so there was a time before we got are food. We order a sushi boat for two that supposed to be with the bomb (Large Sapporo and Sake) for two. She gave us Two sake and small beer and only one glass. I had to ask for second glass and one more beer. Which she charge me for it. Other then that food was good.
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Lia B
Hanabi is simply the BEST sushi you will ever have!!! They have the best chef Sara and a wonderful staff. She can make you any roll that you can think of -- she is artistic, creative and the best sushi chef I ever met!! The quality of the food is always top notch and the flavors just burst in your mouth! You cant go wrong with sushi from Hanabi :)
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A Private User
This is the sushi restaurant by which I compare all others. Try their Chefs Special maki roll. It is the ultimate and always prepared a bit differently. The staff is ultra friendly and greet you out loud as you enter (Hi! How are you?) in their delightful accents. We love it there and wish it was closer to Joliet where we live.
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Shannon Walsh
Place smelled funny tables were sticky menu was dingy with horrible pictures. The food was.... meh at best. The service was just ok. We wont be inviting the work lunch crew here and honestly I highly doubt we will ever go back. i would have been nervous to order the salmon sashimi.
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Gabriel T
Have been going to Hanabi for a few years with my gorgeous wife. First of all we love the ambiance. Place is small and cozy. Food is very consistent and really good. Owners are Korean and not Japanese. Overall its a great place.
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A Private User
Weve been going to Hanabi for years now, and it is still the best Japanese restaurant in the area. The quality of the food is top notch and everyone is always very pleasant. Keep up the great work!
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Michael Ikon
Over priced, low quality fish, and horrible service. Do not go here you. Go to Hakuia sushi across the street it will be the best experience of your life.
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A Private User
Staff arent Japanese, they are Korean and they cut their sushi in half (vertically) and charge you regular price. You are being cheated.
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Lynn Calladine
Went here because of a Groupon I had and loved it! Very good service and amazing sushi. Its my new favorite place!!!!!!
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Anton Zavalko
Best sushi in the area. They use very little rice, so you really taste everything else. They have lunch specials too.
