Sakae Sushi
Sakae Sushi — among the best japanese in Mt Prospect. The food looks as good as it tastes, and affordable. Eumi Chang: "The fish was fresh and so soft and buttery" [$$]
What 368 diners keep saying
What 368 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Cute little sushi place with big awesome sushi, so fresh and unique, delicious flavors. In love with the Champaign Urbana rolls, Willis Tower and the Sunny Delight rolls are ridiculously delicious!”
“Got the O.M.G roll (shrimp tempura roll with flames) and the bento boxes and everything was delicious!”
“I recently visited Sakae Sushi and had a really great experience. We ordered the Hot Sakae, OMG, and Crunch Much sushi rolls, and all of them were fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared with a great balance of ingredients. The service was excellent, staff were attentive and friendly throughout our visit and the ambience was comfortable and inviting, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal.”
“A nice sushi and ramen noodle diner that is nicer than the surrounding area would lead you to believe.”
“the best ramen ive ever had the kids loved it too. we had acouple rolls that were delicious as well! definitely worth the drive from wisconsin 🤣”
“Sakae Sushi is an absolute gem! I was impressed by the freshness and quality of the sushi—it rivals some of the higher-end spots but without the pretentious vibe or steep prices. The sushi was flavorful, and expertly prepared. You can tell they really care about what they’re serving. The presentation was clean and elegant, and everything comes out at absolutely beautifully. The service is consistently warm and attentive. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely seem to enjoy what they do. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeout, they’re organized and efficient. The atmosphere strikes a great balance—relaxed and welcoming, but still polished enough for a nice dinner out. Whether it’s a casual sushi night, a date, or a small celebration, this place delivers every time. I highly recommend Sakae Sushi if you’re in the area!”
“Great sushi, even better service! Plenty of parking, and we got our food quickly! Will return if we are in this area again. 🍣”
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As a former fine dining manager turned luxury services pro, I know great food — and Sakae Sushi & Ramen blew me away. I loved it so much I went two days in a row. Fresh, flawless sushi, rich ramen, and a warm, hidden-gem and cozy vibe you don’t forget.”
“This spot is a must try! Plenty of parking in the front and plenty of seating inside. I ordered for pick up and they were super responsive and food was made quickly and fresh. I highly recommend!”
“I love this cute little place! Great food and service. Every time we are in Northbrook, we eat here multiple times because the sushi and ramen are so delicious. I've never had anything I didn't love.”
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