Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse - Evanston

Takes FOREVER for a large group (although 35 might be a little too large of a group for ANY restaurant to handle), but I think the food is worth it. about $20-$30 for a combo plate (and you NEED to share, SO MUCH FOOD, drinks about $10-15) Our guy did a great job, they just seem to struggle with large groups, one half of our table was done eating when the other half was barely getting water service. We even had some of our group walk out. We might try the mexican restaurant next year. It's still a fun experience though, and the food is quite good, so you make the decision.

A thoroughly enjoyable experience. Quality food and top notch service were our experience.The mushroom soup was perfectly balanced with flavors.The beef, chicken, and vegetable, all cooked tender and juicy.The salad and avocado were served fresh and unblemished.For those who consume alcoholic beverages I highly recommend the Fuki Plum Sake, as was recommended to me by our server. Smooth, fragrant, sweet, and a wonderful pairing to the food we ordered... It would also make for a satisfying dessert just on its own.When passing through Evanston we will definitely eat here again. I can't wait to try other menu items!Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian options available.Kid-friendliness: Kid menu options available.Parking: Free standard parking in the building's own lot. Wheelchair/Accessable parking is also available.Wheelchair accessibility: Available.

Food was great, service was lacking, we informed the server it was our first time at this place and he did not recommend anything, all our rolls came out on the same plate and we didn’t know what roll was what and he never asked if we wanted more drinks? Or any dessert? Just sat the bill down and so we paid and he brought the receipt without even saying thank you, this is unacceptable for someone who spent over $200 for 2 people.

Sashimi is very good and fresh giant pieces. Cooked food is not my cup of tea. I wanted medium rare steak it was over well and too salty. The lobster was cooked to rubber and over seasoned..rice was bland vegetables overcooked..miso soup out of a package freeze dried and tepid at best.The manager did offer to redo it and took it off my bill. So sashimi was dinner.

We had a great family night here, and we were entertained well. The food was excellent, as always!