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Wasabi Restaurant & Bar

Rating:

 4.5

Cost:

Discover Wasabi Restaurant & Bar in Downers Grove, IL

Nestled in the heart of Downers Grove, IL, Wasabi Restaurant & Bar offers a delightful blend of Pan-Asian flavors, featuring fresh sushi and other comforting dishes in a welcoming atmosphere. This spot stands out with its cozy seating, lively bar area, and occasional live music that adds a fun vibe to your dining experience. Patrons can savor a variety of sushi options, including creative rolls and hearty ramen, all prepared with quality ingredients that highlight authentic tastes. The restaurant also caters to diverse preferences with accessible features and a menu that includes vegetarian choices, making it a go-to for those seeking top-rated sushi near convenient locations. Whether you're stopping by for a casual meal or an evening out, the combination of flavorful cuisine and relaxed ambiance ensures a memorable visit.

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What Customers Are Buzzing About

Visitors to this sushi spot often rave about the fresh and flavorful dishes, with many highlighting the variety of options that keep things exciting and satisfying. Folks appreciate the attentive service and cozy setting, which make for a relaxed dining experience, though some note minor tweaks could improve consistency in preparation. Overall, the feedback leans positive, with diners enjoying the ample portions and tasty selections like sushi boats and vegan-friendly meals that cater to different tastes. It's clear that the lively atmosphere and solid food quality draw people back, even if a few mention occasional busy moments that affect timing. If you're on the hunt for reliable sushi restaurants nearby, this place seems to hit the mark with its welcoming vibe and honest value.

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Address & Phone

5130 Main St
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 395-9959

Wheelchair Accessiblility

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Parking Options

Free parking lot:Free street parking:

Payment Options

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Reviews

  • Gaagle Plas

     3

    Located in downtown Downers Grove, this restaurant is a decent stop off Main Street. We went later in the day for dinner. I had the Korean beef stone bowl (pictured), wife had the short rib stone bowl and our 10yr old had the teriyaki steak children's meal. For drinks, my son had the Japanese drink with that marble thing you need to pop down into the bottle. Myself and my wife had green tea which they heat water and bring the tea bags out for you to determine how strong you want your tea.. I thought my meal was good, it had great flavoring. The rice on the bottom of the bowl will cook and be crispy and a lot of heat (not spicy but actually temperature) will be on the bottom and center. There will be a lot of oil on the bottom of the bowl as well. My wife said my choice tasted better than hers and she mentioned hers was too salty. My son liked his meal although they neglected to add the white rice that was supposed to come with it (he didn't care so we didn't bother). My wife also wanted a second cup of hot water and was going to reuse her tea bag (she doesn't need it strong) but that hot water never made it out. All said and done, it's probably closer to 3.5 stars overall and could easily be 4 if more attention to detail was made. Meal was just over $54 so add a tip and for the three of us it's not terrible. For parking, we used the lot for the library but there is street parking as well.

  • Andrew Desanti

     5

    I had a wonderful time at Wasabi. The staff are quick and attentive, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the food is great. This was probably my 9th time going here give or take and I have never had a poor experience. When I go with my parents we always get the sushi boat and when I go with my girlfriend for date night, I get sesame chicken(as seen in the pic, I had a bite or two) or the panang curry. You honestly can not go wrong with your choices. My only wish is that there were more seating as it's usually busy but I can tell they do their best to seat everyone as quickly as they can. To me, it's good sign. It shows that the place is ran/staffed well and that it's worth the money. 10/10

  • Angela Schroeder

     5

    The freshest, most delicious sushi by far. Our server was phenomenal! Great ambiance.

  • Joan Coles

     5

    I was looking for somewhere to eat late on a Sunday with my husband and we ended up at Wasabi and loved it! The restaurant looks plain on the outside but the inside is really cute. The service was great and the food was delicious. I got a vegan bento box and there was so much food I had to bring some home. My husband loved his steak hibachi. The worst thing is that I’m from out of town and won’t get to come back soon! Bonus points for delicious vegan options!

  • Rachel Goat

     4

    First time trying this place. If I could give a 4.5 I would. The parking seemed limited. The staff were nice when I walked in, the food was already prepared and I arrived a little earlier than the expected preparation time which was nice. In my opinion the music was playing a little too loudly, but to each their own. The fish tasted fresh and the only thing I didn’t love was the sweet potato roll. I’m not a fan of the sweet potato chunks in tempura, makes for a weird texture. Other than that I would definitely recommend checking this place out.

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