Stylish Sushi Spot in Skokie
(847) 562-5403
7150 North Carpenter Rd
Chicago,
IL
60077
42.0112
-87.7616
Neighborhood: Skokie
Hours:
Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:15am-2:30pm
Dinner: Mon-Thurs 5-9:45pm, Fri-Sat 5-10:30pm, Sun 4-9pm
Makisu Sushi Lounge & Grill
Last updated 6.11.09
What People Are Saying About Makisu Sushi Lounge & Grill
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Makisu Sushi Lounge & Grill
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Makisu Sushi Lounge & Grill offers the highest level Japanese cuisine to the near north suburbs of Chicagoland bordering the prestigious neighborhoods of Skokie, Lincolnwood, Niles, Edgebrook, Sauganash, & Edison Park. The lounge area provides a comfortable custom designed dining experience filled with warm colors & sociable seating, as well as areas to fit parties while maintaining the privacy of each group. The decor is simple & elegant with a color scheme throughout to match the accent of the traditional Makisu; a tool used to roll maki. Executive Chef & managing partner David (Sang) Kim…
06/05/09
I was hoping for so much more
by sarah030784
Let me just start by saying I was praying this place was going to be good, because I spend so much time in village crossing. I passed by on my way somewhere else and first impressions where its clean and looks cute, I'll go there tomorrow. A friend and I go the next evening in casual wear, didn't seem to matter. We were greeted and seated immediately. THEN, about 15-20 mins go by before out waitress even comes to or table. They were not busy. This place is decent size and there was maybe 4 tables of people there. And plenty of staff. The food came in average time. I ordered a vegetable noodle dish not in the mood for sushi. It was probably just not what I expected, not my taste. I didn't eat. My friend ordered a couple of sushi rolls, all in which he loved and were plated beautifully. However, he had to order a couple rolls because they would not allow him to switch out one roll in the combination he wanted. The combination had three rolls and included soup and salad. He wanted one roll substituted for a roll of the same price. The waitress would not have it. We offered to pay a little extra and still no! So he had to order them all separate, ended up paying more and didn't receive soup or salad. This was absolutely unheard of and ridiculous to me. I really don't think I should return, but I might give it one more shot. Like I said I was really hoping I'd enjoy it here.
- Pros: Parking lot, plating
- Cons: Service, prices,
03/10/09
Neo-Japanese cuisine hits Skokie
by vegitoboi
I was passing where my old favorite Chinese restaurant used to be in Village Crossing when I found this place replaced it. My first impression with the decor and feel: very "earthy" toned. It felt like I was in a Japanese garden with bamboo and wood designs all over the place with the walls painted with earth toned colors. The music they played was this techno/lounge music which didn't bother me. The greeting, however, not so well. The lady that did not greet me didn't think I belong there in my casual wear, as if I was lost in the mall or something. But I was seated anyway. Even more no-nos followed when the waitress informed me they were out of menus (mind you it was lunch and ONLY about a dozen people in there). So, they gave me their take home menu to look off of. The more disappointed I became when I found out one order of sushi meant 1 piece (and only about a finger-width in size too). Heck, for the price they charged for the various sushi I could get 2 pieces in another place I frequent. The roles are small too, decorative but small. Although, I do give them props for making various "dragon" rolls. I also ordered the salmon teriyaki lunch box which didn't come in a traditional bento lunch box. Instead, it is served to you on 1 square plate divided into 4 sections served pretty lukewarm (salad, fried rice, salmon, and vegetables). Their miso soup tasted like know how it should be, but in a very small cup (not a bowl). I asked for sake, but they did not have a liquor license at the time. Needless to say, my first visit didn't go so well. But that doesn't mean I wasn't impressed. I'd say this is a good place for that "neo-Japanese" cuisine, high in creativity and decoration. It also looks like it would be a good date place or for small group outings as well, just don't expect a filling meal. But, they have to improve on the quality of food and service (and get that license) or they may be short lived.
- Pros: Very decorative, Neo-Japanese cuisine, date and small group place
- Cons: Servings were SMALL, no liquor license, not enough menus, food somewhat blan and lukewarm, coustomer service needs MAJOR improvement
The Details on Makisu Sushi Lounge & Grill
Message from Makisu Sushi Lounge & Grill
- Great for groups
- Lounge atmosphere
- Creative dishes
Makisu Sushi Lounge & Grill offers the highest level Japanese cuisine to the near north suburbs of Chicagoland bordering the prestigious neighborhoods of Skokie, Lincolnwood, Niles, Edgebrook, Sauganash, & Edison Park.
The lounge area provides a comfortable custom designed dining experience filled with warm colors & sociable seating, as well as areas to fit parties while maintaining the privacy of each group. The decor is simple & elegant with a color scheme throughout to match the accent of the traditional Makisu; a tool used to roll maki.
Executive Chef & managing partner David (Sang) Kim has many accolades to his name, now adding Makisu. We buy only the finest ingredients & spare no expense to ensure quality & taste. Each ingredient is sourced from select marketplaces to provide freshness & an unbeatable flavor.This difference is immediately recognizable to the sushi connoisseur
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