Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 8645 reviews

What User likes about Sakanaya:
The staff is extremely welcoming and accommodating. The restaurant does not take reservations, but they do have a waitlist. There is a waiting area nearby for patrons. Expect a wait of around 30 minutes for a table during dinner service. The menu is all digital and orders are placed through an app. The food is delicious and expertly prepared. Overall, this place in Champaign comes highly recommended. View all feedback. What Hannah Dörfelt doesn't like about Sakanaya:
Sakanaya is one of my favorite restaurants in champaign and I order from here once a week. But shockingly, a piece of plastic wrap was found from the noodle soup and I had to throw away all the food. It looks like an onion skin but it is a total plastic wrap. This has never happened before and even though the food is overpriced, I always trused this place, thinking it’s clean but I don’t think I am going to order fro... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
5.0 ★ from 50 reviews
Paloma
30.09.2024 - 10:27

The experience was fantastic - the staff was extremely friendly and the food was mouthwatering! We even received a gift for New Year's Eve!

alissar
30.09.2024 - 10:27

The food at this restaurant is truly excellent, the service is top-notch, and the quality is outstanding. I highly recommend dining here.

K
30.09.2024 - 10:27

My partner and I went on a double date and ended up returning for more! The sushi was incredibly delicious with a wide variety of tasty options. I would highly...

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Maddie
30.09.2024 - 10:27

Everything was amazing! Service was great and despite it being packed food was delivered in a timely manner. You could also see the chefs making the food which...

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Cale
30.09.2024 - 10:27

One of the best places in Champaign for Sushi. Close to campus. Tough parking but worth it.

Top-rated
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Emma’s
22.07.2023 - 07:02

I’m astounded by the quality and deliciousness of this sushi. The lunch specials are a fantastic option!

Arex
22.07.2023 - 07:02

Staff is very friendly. Restaurant doesn’t take reservations but you can join a waitlist. They do have a waiting area next door. Expect to wait for at least 30...

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Kendall
22.07.2023 - 07:02

Great restaurant, great staff , sushi fresh amazing , you can scan the QR code to search the menu , place your order , and pay for your food

Ali
22.07.2023 - 07:02

The sushi here is INCREDIBLE. I've eaten sushi across the country and this place is a winner. I wish I had found it sooner because it's one of those places wher...

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h
22.07.2023 - 07:02

Sakanaya Restaurant in Champaign is truly exceptional! From the moment you step inside, you are greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that sets the stage...

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Sirved
4.6 ★ from 1431 reviews
XIAOHUI
24.01.2024 - 19:00

Recommend the Willis tower and the chirashi rice a lot! The quality of ramen is kind of same as what I have tried three years ago. It?s too plain for the soup a...

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sang
24.01.2024 - 19:00

2010 Alumni visiting from Chicago, quality of sushi you get here is INSANE. Honestly, my wife and I weren't expecting fresh seafood such a far away from the coa...

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Rachel
24.01.2024 - 19:00

I used to frequent this restaurant often before I graduated in 2020, and it was definitely the best sushi in Champaign-Urbana. I returned recently to give Sakan...

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Arex
24.01.2024 - 19:00

The staff at this restaurant is extremely friendly. While reservations are not accepted, you can add your name to a waitlist. There is a waiting area located ne...

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Drew
24.01.2024 - 19:00

I absolutely loved the "I love salmon" set at this restaurant. The salmon was of great quality and the variety of dishes on the plate kept things interesting. T...

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Menu
4.3 ★ from 4 reviews

The menu is clearly marked with a selection of vegetarian combo rolls, 2 tofu appetizers, and a delicious vegetable ramen noodle soup.

The staff is extremely welcoming and accommodating. The restaurant does not take reservations, but they do have a waitlist. There is a waiting area nearby for p...

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I highly recommend trying the Willis Tower and the Chirashi rice at this restaurant! The ramen quality is consistent with my previous experience three years ago...

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Clearly selected menu with some Veg Combo reels, 2 Tofu appetizers, and Veg Ramen Nudelsuppe (delicious).

Happycow
4.0 ★ from 1 reviews
dmoongdess
01.09.2023 - 02:10

The menu at this restaurant is clearly marked and offers a variety of vegetarian options, including veg combo rolls, tofu appetizers, and a delicious Veg Ramen...

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Facebook
4.8 ★ from 236 reviews
Foursquare
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Google
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Tripadvisor
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Doordash
4.8 ★ from 2600 reviews
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4.7 ★ from 1688 reviews
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