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Sushi Kushi Toyo

Restaurant Japanese restaurant Sushi restaurant

One of the Top rated Japanese restaurants in Lake Forest


Address

825 S Waukegan Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Website

www.sushikushitoyo.com

Contact

(847) 234-9950

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (405 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM
  • Friday: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 9:45 PM
  • Saturday: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 9:45 PM
  • Sunday: 4:30 to 9 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: sushi (11) rice (6)
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  • 3/5 Tommy L. 6 months ago on Google
    The quality of the food was decent, but I was somewhat disappointed to find that the sushi was served over steamed rice rather than the traditional sushi rice. The rice fell apart upon picking it up. Another letdown was when I ordered the chicken katsu. It appeared that the chicken had been pre-boiled before being fried, resulting in a somewhat lackluster texture. I was expecting a crispy and tender katsu, but it fell short of my expectations. To make matters less appealing, the restaurant charges for extra ginger. It's a minor detail, but it's the little extras like complimentary ginger that often make a dining experience more enjoyable. On the positive side, the ambiance and service were pleasant. The restaurant offers wifi, and the staff were attentive and friendly, making me feel welcome.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ordinary A. 1 year ago on Google
    This restaurant has been around long time. One of our friends and family’s favorite sushi restaurant. The interior has been expanded 2-3 times, so there’s plenty of seating indoors, which were full one Saturday night we were there. The sushi and kitchen food are all consistently delicious every time we have them. There’s so many favorites from spicy kinoko, buta kimchi, ika butter, karage from hot appetizers, and the carpaccio is a must have! Their sushi and sashimi are always fresh. What makes this place special is that most of the sushi bar and kitchen employees have been here since basically the beginning, and thats why you can tell that the food is always original. Annie, the front person, is always friendly and makes this place feels like eating in your relative’s home.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lillian W. 6 months ago on Google
    Food was excellent. I had the Ramen with miso base. The broth was delicious & noodles firm. Service was a little slow as I received my Ramen before the rest of our party & I had to ask for tea a few times before I was finally brought a pot. Server was swamped & apologized for the delay. Cute place with delicious food. Great place for a relaxed no rush meal

  • 4/5 Larry J. 7 months ago on Google
    Decided to check this place out since it was recommended by (I guess) an influencer group that my family was checking out. If you're coming in from Waukegan Rd the entrance opens up from the South by the Fannie May. Walking in feels like being whisked off into a different world by its dim lighting and covered glass followed by a menu without any pictures. If this is your first time eating sushi you won't know what you want, but a combination plate will give you a pretty good representation. I had the hamachidon, which was 10 pieces of Yellowtail, a tender, light pink slab in a bowl of white rice with ginger and some spicy wasabi with a bowl of salad. Before you look for the pricing on that, I have regrets. It was delicious, but I'm still hungry. The taste of the sushi rice rivals Blufish's Chirashi Don, but I know which restaurant to head to for my fill at similar prices. Service was quick. We arrived an hour before rush hour for dinner. There's barely any walking space by the entrance, so don't get stuck waiting to enter. Their free WiFi is inexplicably fast. It doesn't seem necessary but I bet the place could be converted into a video game cafe.

  • 5/5 Roxana P. 9 months ago on Google
    Visiting DC area for business and found this place with co workers. Amazing food! Their lava sushi was the bomb. Great customer service and oh their noodle was INCREDIBLE.

  • 5/5 RandomDantz 1 year ago on Google
    The Japanese curry with pork katsu and rice is the best!! Seen the dish in anime and always wanted to try it and boy this place doesn't disappoint. Mango icecream (sherbert) was great as well. The lunch pricing is fair and the waiter we had was great. A must try and favorite of mine and I don't live in IL.

  • 5/5 Cassie H. 11 months ago on Google
    We had a very good first experience at Sushi Kushi Toyo! We have made an effort to try as many restaurants that serve Japanese Curry as possible, and this one did not disappoint! The curry sauce was savory with a touch of spice. The chicken katsu was fried perfectly, crisp on the outside and juicy chicken on the inside. I will say that I missed the typical addition of fukujinzuke (pickled vegetables) with the curry and next time I would ask for a side of potato salad or shredded cabbage to balance the meal. We also ordered sushi - Double Dragon and Nagoya. Both were fantastic and we would definitely order those rolls again. We're already looking forward to our next visit!

  • 3/5 Dan K. 1 year ago on Google
    Stopped at this sushi place for quick lunch on the weekend. I ordered Philly and Crazy rolls. The wrapper was extremely tough and chewy. Crazy roll was interesting, but was missing a crunch. My wife liked her order though. Service was good, but I felt that the prices were too high for the quality.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout

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