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Kansaku, Evanston, IL

Kansaku

4.8
4.8
478 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Healthy
  • Good for groups
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–14:30 Mon–Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:30 Sun 04:00–21:00
  • 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.
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 478 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Japanese

  • North Suburbs

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kansaku offers an exceptional dining experience with "the best sushi in town" and a menu featuring inventive dishes like creamy lobster rolls and coconut shrimp. Guests praise its "excellent service," cozy ambiance, and beautifully presented dishes. Frequent diners appreciate Kansaku's consistency, making it their go-to spot for Japanese cuisine.

478 Reviews
  1. Kathleen

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I believe we have been favoring Kansaku for most of the twenty years they have been in business. The food is always good. The menu integrates sushi, maki and more traditional Japanese cuisines so well. It is possible to mix and match the different approaches. While the menu has evolved and prices have gone up, it is still a good value. The service is almost always lovely and accomodating. Thank you to Kansaku!

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  2. ShortNorthDiner

    Cleveland

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First visit. Udon bowl was outstanding. May return again today for another.

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  3. Susan

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my second time for lunch and I love it. It is not too crowded so it is quiet due to being there at lunch. I especially enjoyed the Spicy Tuna Tartare appetizer. Not too spicy but full of flavor. My dining companion also loved it. I had the shrimp and vegetable tempura and it was also excellent. Nice and crispy and not oily. Overall great experience.

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  4. Dunia

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our traditional birthday celebrations always at Kansaku

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  5. Jackie

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu offers a wide variety of options. Each dish was beautifully presented and brought to the table at a nice pace. This was not our first time eating here, yet our experience this evening out-performed all of our previous meals. We discovered things on the menu that were either new, or previously overlooked by us. We will definitely be coming back!

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  6. Jennifer

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dinner. The server made great suggestions and a was able to recommend based on dietary needs. Thanks

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  7. NYFoodie

    New York City

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fresh and inventive sushi! Teriyaki was good too! Server was very accommodating helping me find the right sake!

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  8. Ulises

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We booked a table last minute for dinner. This is our neighborhood restaurant, so I was happy to find the food delicious and consistent.

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  9. Linda

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service!! Wait staff is always on it! Try the udon soup with tempura.

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  10. Stephen

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The sushi is excellent as are the cooked Japanese dishes. Great cocktails. Very nice staff. Kansaku is consistently an excellent restaurant to frequent. We go there probably once a week average.

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FAQs

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

Kansaku is rated 4.8 stars by 478 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Kansaku

1514 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Grove
  • Area
    Evanston
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–14:30 Mon–Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:30 Sun 04:00–21:00
  • 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, Takeaway, 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.
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