Renga-tei - Lincolnwood

Most authentic Japanese restaurant in the area! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Perfect w everything Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Chicken Teriyaki Bento Box

I had the impression that this place has undergone some changes, as all my favorite menu items are no longer available, which is quite disheartening. It seems to have transitioned into more of a quick sushi spot with a concise menu, spanning just one page front and back. This new menu primarily focuses on various sushi rolls, with the salmon lemon roll being a noteworthy exception and quite delicious. Strangely, there isn 't even a drink menu, which is a departure from the norm. It no longer gives off the vibe of an authentic Japanese restaurant in my opinion. The katsu curry was a bit underwhelming, particularly due to the limited vegetables in the curry sauce, despite being priced at $20 TT for the katsu, rice, and sauce. Even the salad had changed, and the absence of the original recipe was disappointing. It now resembles the typical offerings of any other Japanese restaurant, in my opinion. Overall, my experience was disappointing, and it no longer feels like the same restaurant under the same brand. Consequently, I would rate it 2.5 stars, as it now falls into the realm of average dining.

Over priced. Don't order salmon chirash. It comes with only 4 sashimi salmon pieces. Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $50–100 Food: 2 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3

Have been a long time customer (20 years) and the visit last weekend was such a disappointment. As others have said the menu is missing so many of the favorites that made Renga Tei special from other Japanese restaurants. Also was upset to see bento boxes are lunch only! The food was definitely not as good. The tempura was terrible and the sushi actually would fall apart when picking it up. That would never happen under the previous ownership. It's such a shame that we will no longer go back unless we see the reviews say things have gotten better and the menu puts back those old favorites. All good things come to an end and this looks like it for us with Renga Tei