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4.7
- 4.6Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.6Ambience
- 4.5Value
Noise • Moderate
Gaijin
Visa Dining Collection
4.7
132 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
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2 people
Apr 1, 2025
April 2025
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7:00 p.m.
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Neighbourhood gem
- Hot spot
- Innovative
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Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesJapanese, Japanese (Okonomiyaki), Asian
- Hours of OperationMon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Phone number
- Website
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Delivery & takeout
- Location
- NeighbourhoodWest Loop
- Parking detailsNone
- Public transitMorgan Green Line
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Experiences
Chef Collaboration Night: Christian Hunter
Apr 17, 2025 onlyGaijin is thrilled to welcome Chef Christian Hunter of Atelier in on Thursday, April 17th, for the eighth installment of our Chef Collaboration series! Chef Hunter will be in house from 6 - 8 p.m. to showcase his unique osaka-style okonomiyaki special. This is a one-night-only opportunity you won't want to miss!
Chef Collaboration Night: Won Kim
May 15, 2025 onlyGaijin is thrilled to welcome Chef Won Kim of Kimski in on Thursday, May 15th, for the ninth installment of our Chef Collaboration series! Chef Kim will be in house from 6 - 8 p.m. to showcase his unique osaka-style okonomiyaki special. This is a one-night-only opportunity you won't want to miss!Sakura Season Five Course Tasting Menu
US$35.00 - US$70.00 per person
Apr 10, 2025 onlyJoin Gaijin in celebrating this year's cherry blossom season! Enjoy a five-course tasting menu inspired by sakura season and all flavors of spring, created by chefs Paul Virant and Marcus Rasmussen. Optional beverage pairings will be available for $35.
Offers
Try Our Happy Hour Specials Starting At $5!
Multiple dates availableMon - Thu - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
What 132 people are saying
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Gaijin offers an innovative and authentic Japanese dining experience in Chicago, known for its delicious okonomiyaki and unique dishes. Guests rave about the "delicious food" and the "fun atmosphere" that transports you to Japan. The staff is "super friendly," and the bar seating provides an engaging view of the culinary action.
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You can order delivery directly from Gaijin using the Order Online button.
Gaijin is rated 4.7 stars by 132 OpenTable diners.
Gaijin does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Experiences are available.
950 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607
Dining areas
Additional information
- NeighbourhoodWest Loop
- Hours of OperationMon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesJapanese, Japanese (Okonomiyaki), Asian
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsNone
- Public transitMorgan Green Line
- Delivery & takeout
- Website
- Phone number
Gift card
Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.