“Food was great, service as well, helped we were the only ones there at the time. Price was surprisingly not as much as I expected, family enjoyed it all.Kid-friendliness: Friendly chef, kids loved itWheelchair accessibility: First floor, easy access“
“Each table seats 4. We dined in. They have take out as well. We were greeted right away by a friendly wait staff who helped us with some recommendations along with taking our order. everything we ordered was great I had the black garlic pork on the first page of the menu, one of the children had plain ramen with chicken broth and the other had a chicken ramen bowl. We all tried each others and we all agreed our own bowl was the best but they all were good. You can either make your own, à la carte and choose your ingredients or you can choose from pre-made with pictures which we did because it was our first time. we didn't have room for appetizers, but we will definitely be back to try them because they all look amazing. Everything was delicious and we had a fun time with lots of leftovers which they package up very cute and neat, they put the ramen noodles in a bowl and your broth separate so your noodles don't suck it all up by the time you eat it again.. saved it as a new favorite spot!! The kids were ecstatic and had an amazing time which is very hard to do with most restaurants. fun food for kids and great eats for adults. 10 out of 10 from the kids!“
“Nice atmosphere, but the staff was slow for service and painfully so where you had to ask for everything (refills, bill, food etc.). Maybe this was at a time of high service, unsure. Staff were still pleasant but just very slow and u directed service. Food was good and they serve beer here.“
“First time here. Pictures looked really good online. You absolutely have to come try out the food here. I got the lemongrass beef! Great portion size, but the taste is sooooooo good! The beef was tender and juicy. I almost forgot my manners is tasted so good! My new favorite spot!!!“
“Great miso soup! Very flavorful and one of the best I’ve had recently. Got both vegetables and chicken dumplings as toppings and both were great. Decent amount of food for the price. Has a vegetable broth for the soups which was interesting to see but did not get that broth. Highly recommend.The place could use a renovation, but it’s not a big deal. Also wish they had more lights in the night in the parking lot.“
“Very impressed with this restaurant as I have not been here since they changed ownership. The ambiance is lovely and the service is outstanding. It's definitely a hidden gem in the suburbs. It was quiet enough on my night out that I was able to get suggestions right from the sushi chefs which made it an even cooler experience. I highly recommend trying out this restaurant, and as a small business owner myself I love it even more supporting a family run restaurant! I got the sushi combo and upgraded to a fantasy roll. So stinking good.“
“Out of all the places in the aurora/napervillle area, this place has the best sushi and a great staff. The young lady, that's usually there, is a star. So friendly. the cooks are killing it, always.So so soooooo good and again the best tasting and prepped sushi around the area. Other places may look a bit nicer, but they DO NOT measure up to how this place serves and tastes.“
“We were actually headed somewhere else for dinner, but I happened to spot Yamada as we were driving nearby. I suggested we pull into the plaza to take a peek. It didn't look busy at all on a Friday night, so we popped in.Yamada is tucked away in a big strip mall, so there's plenty of parking. Inside the restaurant is quaint. They kept the design simple. Not a ton of seating, though. The service was very friendly. There was just one lady taking/serving orders, and we only saw one sushi chef. Thankfully it wasn't too busy, so our food came in very reasonable timing.We ordered onion soup, sashimi appetizer, Crazy Tuna roll, Coconut Island roll, and Bumble Bee roll.The onion soup was decent. It was served in a cute bowl, although with a plastic spoon, which took away from the aesthetics. I liked that it was a nice small bowl of soup and only cost something like $2.25, so it didn't fill us up too much before the main food arrived.The sashimi sampler included six pieces of fish: two salmon, two tuna, and two pieces of some white fish. Everything tasted great.All three rolls were very good. I was really excited about Coconut Island since I love coconut, and it was good, but the Bumble Bee roll exceed our expectations. The Crazy Tuna was unique because it was topped with seared seasoning, providing a nice smoky flavor.Pricing was very reasonable. Turned out to be a great place for date night.“
“I ordered a bowl for pickup through their website. I chose crab sticks for my main protein. Extra $1 each to add avocado and crabstick salad. It was delicious and the sushi rice was hot. Bowl was ready at their estimated time. My only complaint is that they forgot 3 of the ingredients that were written on the receipt: pineapple, mango, sweet onion. There was no extra charge for these so I wasn't too upset about it but forgetting 3 items in the bowl is kind of a lot. Next time I'll order there inside the restaurant.“
“Super delicious sushi!The atmosphere was very relaxing and the staff was friendly. We were sat almost immediately and our food was out really quick.We had the Crab Rangoons, Spicy Salmon, Mango Salmon, and the Salmon Dream. We definitely recommend trying one of the salmon rolls. They are great. The food presentation was really pretty.“
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“So the husband and I decided to stop in to Shinto in Naperville on a random Wednesday afternoon for lunch. I was craving some hibachi and we've been here for dinner previously but decided to stop in for lunch. We were met by our wonderful host Tyler who was not only our host but is also the bartender or shall I say the alchemist. Tyler was warm, welcoming, super attentive and very informative. I noted I have a hard shellfish allergy and he immediately stopped and closed our table off as to have no other patrons come to sit with us to avoid any cross contamination which is a huge plus! *(This single-handedly killed all reservations that I had in regards to eating hibachi because I've had my fair share of EpiPen required visits by going to other hibachi restaurants but this one hands down gave me first class service just for that little tidbit but back to my review*). Tyler went over the menu options and thoroughly informed about the options for lunch and the difference, not just in regards to the portion size, but also what comes together versus separate options for lunch which was great! Our food was prepared effortlessly the show that we got tableside was amazing! The chef was talkative, jokeful and light we had a really great lunch! To accompany our lunch of course we wanted a drink and we asked Tyler for his recommendations. He gave us both vodka as well as tequila options and the husband and I decided to go with one of each. His detail description of how the spirits pair with the juices and other catalysts that makes these drinks unique was so intriguing within itself we couldn't wait for our drinks to arrive table side. Tyler went to the bar and brought out his magic wand and was back within 5 minutes with the best tasting drinks I've had in a very long time * including the ones I make myself*. So round two was upon us before we knew it... The husband decided to go with tequila with me for his second ...Tyler brought the husbands drink along with the 1st of two drinks were would get to try which he invented. I'm not sure exactly what was in it but I do know it was tequila base but it was sooo scrumptious! He said it was a shot but I can tell you without any denial that was an entire drink and it was simply amazing! While waiting on our to go order here comes Tyler back with a pink starburst inspired cocktail and again amazing. I inquired whether he went to school for alchemy like a scientist previously and he said no that he just enjoyed trying to pair different items together to bring back childhood nostalgic treats and savory and sweet options as well. When I tell you the husband and I left from Shinto full and tipsy it was a great afternoon! So Thursdays and Fridays and we have a new spot to go to not only for the tasty food, great conversation and lively ambience but also to see what else Tyler has concocted with his mad scientist alchemy train brain! I give Shinto on route 59 a 10 out of 10 Please go ask for Tyler and tell him Lesley sent you... I'll see you if you're there on a Thursday or Friday Great job you guys! Tyler!!!! AMAZING JOB!Dietary restrictions: Super cautious over my hard shell fish allergy“
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“We've been going here for about 16 years now. We worried that the pandemic would shut their doors but they survived! Andy is our chef! He makes the going their worth while. His positive attitude, his cooking style. He enjoys hosting his customers. The other staff as well do a fantastic job. I wish we were closer but always worth the drive.Kid-friendliness: They have kid chopsticks and the chefs always put on a good show for the kids!“
“My husband and I split a large bowl which came with two proteins and was plentiful . We ordered the Spicy Chicken breast and the Teriyaki Chicken and had them over vegetables.. the Chicken breast was not spicy enough for me but the teriyaki was very flavorful. The vegetables available were broccoli and cabbage and We enjoyed their fresh taste. I ordered an egg roll but it was nothing special.We tried the hot sauce but did not care for the flavor. I will just have to bring my own hot sauce .“
“Nice place. It's bigger that what the storefront would suggest.Quite a large selection of Canton, Hunan, Mongolian and Szechwan dishes.They also carry a wide selection of Sushi dishes, which I do not eat.Beer selection is pretty much Asian brews. The wine list is rather limited. If you go here, it is for the food, which is quite tasty.“
“So this place taste great and the food is fantastic. The inside is very nice and appears very clean. The biggest concern I have is the service and lack of help. I have been to this location a handful of times and every single time I've came there is only one person serving, the same person handling online orders, the same person cleaning and the same person seating. Today I'm watching this lady physically run everywhere she is going because she is so busy. Every single table is full. I'm not sure if it's a lack of help or just being cheap to hire help but they need it. I waited over 10 minutes to be greeted and have had to wait longer to order. Lady is busting her ass off so kudos to her but let's get her some help.“
“Recently moved here from a couple towns over. Craving Chinese food, wangs garden popped up on yelp, figured a would try it out. This place is great, and the price is awesome. I had to double take in the bill to make sure I ordered everything. Great food, fast service, and great prices.“
“Our post Valentine's dinner. Gregorio was entertaining. I had the steak and scallops, both delicious and well seasoned. My hubby had the steak and lobster. Come hungry when coming to a hibachi dinner, as the rest of it is taken to go.“
“I drive about 40 minutes at least once a month to eat here. The drive is absolutely worth it every time. I refuse to eat sushi anywhere else because it will never satisfy as well as Shima’s. I have been going here for about 5 years and the food and service never disappoints. They are like family here and I always leave with a full stomach and a smile on my face. Not to mention that their prices are really fair, especially for where they are located. Come here and you will not regret it!!“
“I've been going here for many years now and the staff has consistently been amazing and helpful! The food here is amazing no matter what you order! Hibachi is a great experience for parties/get togethers, and the sushi bar is a great alternative for smaller gatherings/date nights! One of my families favorite restaurants and one that never disappoints!!! %100 percent would recommend to anyoneVegetarian options: There are quite a few delicious veggie based options! Though not all are specifically labeled as vegetarian, the staff are very willing to share any answers to questions or options you may be looking for! They're veggie sushi, avocado rolls and Vegetable tempura is a must for any vegetarian looking to get some high quality sushi/Japanese food options!Dietary restrictions: A lot of their stuff is dairy free/gluten free due to it being a lot of rice/meat, it's not specifically labeled, but looking around or asking the waiter, you can find tons of options!Parking: There are a good number of parking spots- though when it gets busy you may have to park in front of the stores nearby; it's never too badKid-friendliness: They have a really cool fish tank that I see a ton of kids absolutely enraptured by! They have some pretty cool drinks options for kids as well as great entertainment with the Hibachi table/chef!“
“I have been going here for over 10 years and the food is amazing the staff treat you like family and the food is always fresh! The KG Roll the Kabuki Roll, The Baked Lobster Roll and the Spicy Tuna are awesome and the Raman too! You gotta give this place a try it’s small but it’s big in “
“Love this place!!! Everyone is always so friendly and kind but Eddie and Ester are my favorites! They really make you feel like family ❤️❤️❤️Dietary restrictions: They will make your food however you want it, just ask…Kid-friendliness: Lots of families with children and they never disappoint them. Always smiles from the little ones ?“
“Certainly, one of the nicest hibachi places around. We were visiting from the Cleveland area, which has great hibachi itself, and this place was really, really good. Good quality and quantity. The atmosphere was great. It didn't look like much from the outside, but once you get it, it's very nice.“
“We ordered sushi here for the first time today but it certainly won’t be the last! The ingredients were fresh, the texture of each roll was perfect, and the service was quick and friendly. I seriously can’t recommend Zen’s enough!Parking: Parking is convenient! There’s almost always a spot right in front.“