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Kuro Bistro, Lake Forest, IL

Kuro Bistro

4.6
4.6
31 Reviews
$30 and under
Sushi

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Kuro Bistro,
Lake Forest's hit spot for sushi and grill! From fresh fish to hibachi and burgers, Kuro Bistro offers dishes for everyone with an appetite. Signature Maki (special rolls) are a fan favorite where others enjoy the golden shrimp and meat and seafood entrees from the kitchen. Offering patio (in season), indoor dining, full bar and sushi bar, this contemporary dining experience is relaxing and enjoyable!
The perfect location for a special occasion or a casual night out located in downtown Lake Forest, Illinois.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (224) 706-6090
  • Website
    https://www.kurolakeforest.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    950 N Western Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045-1742
  • Neighbourhood
    Lake Forest
  • Cross Street
    Right on the corner of Woodland Rd and Western Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    A very close walk to the downtown metra station.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 31 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Sushi

  • North Suburbs

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kuro Bistro is renowned for its "best sushi ever" and diverse menu options, catering to various tastes. Guests rave about its "fantastic quality fish" and "outstanding service," with a welcoming atmosphere ideal for both family gatherings and intimate dinners. Enjoy the "excellent cocktails" and charming patio for a memorable dining experience.

31 Reviews

  1. Margo

    VIP

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always so good! A very friendly staff that makes you feel so welcome. It is our go to place

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  2. Scott

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I eat at Kuro infrequently - but it is always outstanding and we ask ourselves "why don't we eat here more often?" The Miso Soup is yummy. My Hibachi Filet was terrific, again. Her Hibachi Scallops were wonderful. Drinks were great and service was beyond great. Value for the experience was outstanding - $80 for two fantastic meals with excellent low cost drinks that were recommended by the staff. I don't think you can find a better mid range cost experience. This was a high end evening on a mid-range budget. See you there next Saturday!

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  3. carol

    VIP

    Chicago

    85 reviews

    3.0

    85 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Hamburgers were great Fried rice was greasy and hibachi steak was fair at best

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  4. Patrick

    VIP

    Calgary

    210 reviews

    5.0

    210 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Finally I found a great Nabeyaki Udon in Chicagoland! It’s far from downtown Chicago, and we booked here based on a recommendation while in the area. It did not disappoint. The service is prompt and attentive. The menu is rich with a good variety of sushi and cooked dishes. Delicious. Lots of parking and a really friendly owner who is engaged and visible in the dining room. Lots of parking. We’ll be back.

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  5. TRACY

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it here one of our favorite sushi restaurants on the Northshore

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  6. LORI

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite restaurants! Great service, great atmosphere, and great food!

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  7. Chris

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Sushi diner dining atmosphere and great service from Nani and her team!

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  8. joe

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was a bit awkward, as the server didn't mark down who ordered what, so food was just put on the table for the 7 of us to awkwardly try to pass it to the right person. One person ordered a green tea, which sat at the other end of the table for the entire meal unannounced (we were in deep conversation and didn't notice when it was put there, especially the 2 people that were near it that didn't order it and was not looking out for it). Sometimes, the server would just look at us blankly and not really say anything, so we had to guess what they were prompting us to do. Overall, the food and ambiance were good, but the service was awkward and was lacking. 4/5 stars

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  9. Scott

    Chicago

    175 reviews

    5.0

    175 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The sushi is always fresh, great apps, and deserts. Service is spot on!

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  10. Liz

    VIP

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Strange waitress. Took forever to order and come to the table and then tried to rush us out. Asking about dessert as we were still eating dinner. Food was really great and different!

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Kuro Bistro is rated 4.6 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Kuro Bistro

950 N Western Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045-1742

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Right on the corner of Woodland Rd and Western Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Lake Forest
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    A very close walk to the downtown metra station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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