IKKAI

Absolutely thrilled with this place! The sushi was incredibly fresh, every dish full of flavor, and the staff was very kind and welcoming. I tried the Uni Toro Nigiri with caviar for the first time - pure perfection! I also loved the atmosphere - dim lighting, cozy candles, and that hidden, almost secret vibe that makes the place so special. Cozy, elegant, and unforgettable - can’t wait to come back!

Hands down the best sushi I have ever had and I have tried lots of places. Everything was fresh, tasted amazing and was just as advertised. Daily specials and monthly specials available. The servers will tell you all about them. Definitely try everything crab that they have. Second best would probably be the salmon options. Also great drink options. Ask for recommendations since the servers are really helpful and nice. Tell them about celebrations or special occasions ahead of time as they can use some of their magic to make it even more special. It says online that they don’t take reservations but we were told that one of the table was reserved so maybe call and ask. We were lucky to get a table right away and then 15 after us there was already a line with an hour wait time. They have a handful of tables and some bar seating but it is a small place so keep that in mind. It’s downtown Naperville so parking is a hit or miss depending on the time and day you are planning on going. They get busy in the evenings and weekends are probably even busier. Awesome place!

A hidden gem. The space is absolutely incredible, a small but welcoming environment. Sushi… out of this world. Every single item was remarkably fresh and delicious. The staff must also be recnogized here - every single employee was so kind, welcoming, and provided great insight on the menu options. Manny was an absolute gem, giving great recommendations and checking in. Her warmth and positivity bring a good energy to the space!

A true Naperville gem and must try if you love sushi! The restaurant is small/intimate but very welcoming and the staff is very kind and knowledgeable. You can’t go wrong with the Hangry and the Zesty Salmon rolls.

I came in for a solo lunch self-care after AM yoga class, and really enjoyed the calm, upscale atmosphere. It’s such a lovely local spot: perfect for a date night or small group celebration. The service and presentation were great and definitely lifted my mood. I did have two uni this time and remembered it being better on a previous visit, so it wasn’t quite as memorable today. Still, it hit the spot and satisfied my sushi craving. I appreciate the care that goes into this place and will definitely be back.

I came to IKKAI on memorial day weekend on a Sunday with two friends for lunch. It was surprisingly not too busy and we were able to be seated immediately. We were able to order from the dinner menu when we visited. Note: Outside drinks are not allowed -- but the staff stored our drinks in the fridge as we ate. We ordered the Ikkai Sashimi ($40), the Main Street Roll ($13) and the Sake don ($35). The Sashimi and Sake don came with a salad and miso soup which were decent. The Sashimi was overall good and plated beautifully, although the cuts were smaller than average. There were two different kinds of salmon -- my guess is salmon and ora salmon. The ora salmon (fattier) tasted especially fishy, as if it wasn't super fresh; however, everything else was great. The sake don came with a lot of pieces of salmon and some baked salmon with mayo on the side, which was a nice surprise. My friend said that the main street roll was the best crab roll she has ever tried (she loves crab). Overall, I would say that the value of what we ordered was not bad. The taste of the sushi was also good for the area. The portions are definitely smaller, but the presentation was definitely a nice touch. I will definitely return to try other dishes in the future!

MUST GO RESTAURANT!!! Authentic Japanese restaurant with high quality food options you can have in America. Chill, deemed environment to relax and enjoy your food. I just love so much it is sooo good. Tastes same as eating in Japan.

Hands down best sushi I have ever had. It was fresh, tasty, and personal. Jay the owner is behind the sushi bar working hard right along side his team, but makes time to have fun and connect with his guest. The small intimate location is right up my ally but does come with a wait which is the only downside so come early or plan to have some free time. Plenty of things to do near by so this isn’t really a concern but if you don’t like to wait keep that in mind. Can’t say enough great things, can’t wait to go back. New favorite sushi.