Tanuki - Chicago

This place is great because it sushi and Thai food. read more This place is great because it sushi and Thai food.

This has been our favorite sushi spot for a whileThe sushi is incredible and reasonable, the inside and patio are adorable, and it's BYOB. read more This has been our favorite sushi spot for a whileThe sushi is incredible and reasonable, the inside and patio are adorable, and it's BYOB.

Could there be a cuter BYOB spot in Lakeview? Nope, probably notTanuki is definitely a neighborhood fave for me. read more Could there be a cuter BYOB spot in Lakeview? Nope, probably notTanuki is definitely a neighborhood fave for me.

Incredible sushi! Easily the best quality sushi I've had in Chicago, and the price is very reasonable considering how delicious and well-made everything is. So... read more Incredible sushi! Easily the best quality sushi I've had in Chicago, and the price is very reasonable considering how delicious and well-made everything is. So far, I've tried the T.G.I.F. Roll, Philly roll, sake nigiri, unagi nigiri, crab Rangoon, shishito peppers, asparagus, and chicken katsu entree. All have been AMAZING. The flavor of the shishito peppers and asparagus is light yet flavorful. The crab Rangoon is probably the best I've had in Chicago, other than in Chinatown. The service is great, and the servers are all very kind and insightful. An added bonus: it's BYOB with no corkage fee! This is a perfect spot for a date or to take friends when they're in town. It gets packed during dinner hours, so make a reservation or expect to wait (it's worth it! .

I'm usually not really a fan of Asian food, but I think this place has something for everyone, even picky eaters (like myself haha). It's definitely advertised... read more I'm usually not really a fan of Asian food, but I think this place has something for everyone, even picky eaters (like myself haha). It's definitely advertised as a sushi place, but for those who aren't too keen on that, I 100% recommend taking a look at their grill or hot food menu! I got the Sizzling Drunken Noodles, and even though it's not too hot, it gives a nice kick that really amps the flavor level (especially with the variety of vegetables included). The servers were quick and really nice, and they continuously checked up on me and then rest of my party. The food came out very quick, and I definitely recommend coming around 5-6 pm on Wednesday since they're not really busy. What I really enjoyed was the atmosphere, for the lighting and the whole experience was just very pleasant (their music choices were also very fun to listen to). Try it out, please!!!