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Kansaku, Evanston, IL

Kansaku

4.9
4.9
452 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Healthy
  • Charming
Whether you seek familiar sushi preparations, traditional Japanese cooking or unique and innovative contemporary cuisine that blends Asian and Western cooking styles, Kansaku's seasonal cuisine, comfortable décor and knowledgeable service will provide you and your guests a dining experience that is both entirely satisfying and highly memorable. Kansaku opened its first location in the heart of downtown in Evanston on November 13, 2006. Kansaku delivers the concept of contemporary Japanese fine dining at its best leaving you with an experience that will have you coming back for more.

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (847) 864-4386
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Joon Kim
  • Catering
    You can customize your own catering to match your budget and the number of people.<br />Our three simple catering packages are below. You can pick your favorite sushi in all packages<br /><br />Kansaku Tradition ($100): Kansaku traditional rolls. (About 100 pcs)<br />Kansaku Signature ($200): Kansaku Signature rolls. (About 150 pcs)<br />Kansaku Supreme ($300): Nigiri (About 100 pcs) includes Sea Urchin and Sweet Shrimp.<br />You can also mix and match in between packages to create and fulfill your catering needs. We do off-site catering
  • Private party facilities
    Have your parties such as bridal shower, baby shower, or corporate meeting, and birthday party at Kansaku.We can help you to celebrate and make wonderful memories on your special days. We recommend you to make a reservation about a week prior to the events.
  • Private party contact
    Yoon: (224) 406-5755
  • Neighborhood
    Evanston
  • Cross street
    Grove
  • Parking details
    There are street parking and public parking lot across the street after 5 p.m. and free on Sunday.
  • Public transit
    Purple line at Davis.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 452 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Japanese

  • North Suburbs

    Best Overall

  • North Suburbs

    Best Food

  • North Suburbs

    Best Value

452 Reviews
  1. abby

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, delicious food and presentation, enjoyed sitting outdoors!

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  2. Ilona

    Chicago

    75 reviews

    4.0

    75 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fish was extremely fresh and Tasty! Overall a great experience!

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  3. Richard

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service and the food were excellent, especially the fish dishes. It's a great place to enjoy a Japanese meal with many choices. The noise level was low, so conversations were easy. We loved it!

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  4. Maureen

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was outstanding. I had a filet mignon entrée on rice and vegetables with teriyaki sauce. That was one of the best meals I’ve ever eaten! The coconut Shrimp appetizer was wonderful as well. Server was very attentive and we felt very well attended to. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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  5. JimW

    Chicago

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All fresh and perfectly cooked and delicious. We love Kansaku for both lunch and dinner. The bento boxes are amazing and so is the ramen. Appetizers are delish too.

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  6. Ruby

    San Francisco

    99 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    99 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was visiting from out of town. Hotel staffer recommended this restaurant. I really enjoyed the freshness of the food. Veggies and black rice were a nice compliment to my teriyaki chicken. I’d eat here again in a heart beat! Service was nice too. The waiter was not overbearing and trying to rush us out. It was just overall a very nice experience.

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  7. Char

    Chicago

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food. Outside could use some ambiance. Service was slow last night but I will return because the sushi is the best!

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  8. Richard

    Chicago

    140 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    140 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely dinner with friends on a quiet Monday evening at Kansaku. As always, the food and service were excellent. We continue to make this our go-to Sushi restaurant.

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  9. John

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been regular customers of Kansaku for years, and the service, the quality of preparation and the food have always been superb. We travel from Highland Park to Kansaku in Evanston because we believe Kansaku is the finest Japanese restaurant in all of Chicago and the Chicago Metropolitan Area.

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  10. IrisT

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was the best sushi that I’ve ever had! It was really very delicious and the atmosphere was very nice

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FAQs

Kansaku offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 864-4386.

Kansaku is rated 4.9 stars by 452 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Kansaku

1514 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Grove
  • Neighborhood
    Evanston
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There are street parking and public parking lot across the street after 5 p.m. and free on Sunday.
  • Public transit
    Purple line at Davis.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joon Kim
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (847) 864-4386
  • Catering
    You can customize your own catering to match your budget and the number of people.<br />Our three simple catering packages are below. You can pick your favorite sushi in all packages<br /><br />Kansaku Tradition ($100): Kansaku traditional rolls. (About 100 pcs)<br />Kansaku Signature ($200): Kansaku Signature rolls. (About 150 pcs)<br />Kansaku Supreme ($300): Nigiri (About 100 pcs) includes Sea Urchin and Sweet Shrimp.<br />You can also mix and match in between packages to create and fulfill your catering needs. We do off-site catering
  • Private party facilities
    Have your parties such as bridal shower, baby shower, or corporate meeting, and birthday party at Kansaku.We can help you to celebrate and make wonderful memories on your special days. We recommend you to make a reservation about a week prior to the events.
  • Private party contact
    Yoon: (224) 406-5755
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