Kuni's Japanese Restaurant

Japanese & Sushi in Evanston, Illinois

4.6 (372)

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Category	Japanese & Sushi · Restaurant
Address	511 Main St Ste a, Evanston, IL 60202
Area	Evanston, Illinois
Phone	(847) 328-2004
Google rating	4.6 (372)

Hours

Monday	11:30 am–2 pm
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	11:30 am–2 pm
Thursday	11:30 am–2 pm
Friday	11:30 am–2 pm
Saturday	11:30 am–2 pm
Sunday	4:45–9 pm

About Kuni's Japanese Restaurant

Kuni's Japanese Restaurant is one of the japanese & sushi listed in Evanston, Illinois. The business is registered at 511 Main St Ste a, Evanston, IL 60202; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Google also lists it under restaurant, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

Portion sizes and pricing swing widely across this group, from a $10 lunch bowl to a multi-course tasting menu at an upscale sushi counter, so checking recent reviews and photos is more useful than the price range alone. In Evanston, dinner reservations for popular izakaya, hot pot and Korean BBQ spots fill up on Friday and Saturday nights, so booking ahead or arriving at opening is worth it. Many restaurants across Illinois run daily lunch specials on weekdays that are not listed on the dinner menu, so it is worth asking. Halal, vegetarian and gluten-free options vary a lot by kitchen; call ahead if you have a dietary restriction rather than assuming the menu will note it.

Hours are published for 6 days a week. Typical hours are 11:30 am–2 pm. Note that it does not open on Tuesday. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Kuni's Japanese Restaurant at (847) 328-2004; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, kunisushi.com.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 372 reviews, which is a strong result for a japanese in Evanston and suggests consistent service.

Evanston is in Illinois, in the Midwest, where summers are warm, winters are cold and snowy, and most errands are done by car; businesses keep steady year-round hours with the usual holiday changes. Traffic in Evanston peaks on weekday mornings and afternoons, so allow extra time then. Addresses read from the street number up to the city, state abbreviation and five-digit ZIP code; the map link on this page shows the exact spot.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Jennifer Sams 3 months ago

Kuni's Japanese Restaurant is an absolute gem for anyone who truly values fresh, high-quality, and authentic Japanese cuisine. The sushi is consistently phenomenal, with incredibly fresh fish and perfectly prepared rice that highlight the skill and attention to detail in every single dish. The atmosphere is quiet, intimate, and wonderfully relaxing, providing the perfect escape to enjoy a delicious, thoughtfully prepared meal. I am someone who places a high premium on cleanliness, especially in restaurant kitchens, and I am always impressed by how impeccably clean, organized, and well-maintained their space is—it truly reflects the respect they have for their craft and their customers. The staff is consistently attentive, highly knowledgeable, and welcoming, making the entire dining experience feel special. Whether you are looking for a top-tier omakase experience or just some of the best rolls in the area, I cannot recommend this place highly enough for a consistently excellent, professional, and deeply satisfying meal!

Fiona 5 months ago

I had the omakase and it was absolutely delicious. I had about 13 pieces of nigiri and it came to be 70 dollars per person. The quality of the fish was amazing and not priced too high! I definitely recommend omakase because you get to taste unique flavors of fish you wouldn’t even know the name of, but every single piece tasted amazing. The ambience was pretty quiet and the interior is pretty small and dim. You get a lot of bang for your buck!

SH P 7 months ago

Just had sushi and sashimi here, and everything was so fresh and delicious. The quality was amazing, and I really enjoyed my meal. The tonkatsu was also perfectly crispy and really delicious. Highly recommend! 맛있게 잘먹고 갑니다 👍🏻

Lisa Russ 8 months ago

My husband and I go to Kuni's at least once a week and have been doing so soon after we moved to Evanston 10 years ago and made this wonderful discovery. We always sit at the sushi bar where we can see the action. The food and service is outstanding in every respect, and we consider June and his staff now to be part of our extended family. The overwhelming number of top reviews they receive are well deserved and the fact that Kuni's has been an institution in Evanston for so long also speaks for itself. June is more than happy to answer any questions about the restaurant, history and tradition of the dishes. This place is the real deal. We have met many people who come in from the City specifically to go to Kuni's and experience the same thing. Top notch.

L R a year ago

Kuni’s is phenomenal- it has become my go to spot. The staff is incredibly friendly, and I’m always glad when I see Nan as my server! I’ve been waiting a while to post this review so that I could share photos of all the amazing food I’ve had this year. Kuni’s is one of my favorite restaurants. I will always come back.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kuni's Japanese Restaurant located?

Kuni's Japanese Restaurant is at 511 Main St Ste a, Evanston, IL 60202, in Evanston, Illinois. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Kuni's Japanese Restaurant?

Kuni's Japanese Restaurant is listed as a japanese and is also tagged on Google as restaurant.

What are the hours of Kuni's Japanese Restaurant?

Published hours are Monday: 11:30 am–2 pm; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:30 am–2 pm; Thursday: 11:30 am–2 pm; Friday: 11:30 am–2 pm; Saturday: 11:30 am–2 pm; Sunday: 4:45–9 pm. It is closed on Tuesday. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Kuni's Japanese Restaurant open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 4:45–9 pm.

What is the phone number of Kuni's Japanese Restaurant?

You can call Kuni's Japanese Restaurant at (847) 328-2004.

How is Kuni's Japanese Restaurant rated on Google?

Kuni's Japanese Restaurant has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 372 reviews.

Does Kuni's Japanese Restaurant have a website?

Yes, the website of Kuni's Japanese Restaurant is kunisushi.com (linked on this page).