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Best Creative Japanese Restaurants in Merrillville

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A photo of Akiro Hand Roll Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(255)
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• Creative Japanese • River North (Chicago)
Booked 48 times today
Amazing experience! The food was phenomenal, the vibes and the playlist were perfect!!
A photo of Nobu Chicago restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2820)
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• Creative Japanese • West Loop
Booked 69 times today
Lunch for two in the West Loop. The black cod and wagyu gyoza were the standouts. The sashimi courses, tuna, yellowtail, Ora King salmon and snow crab, were fresh and well paced. Miguel took good care of us. We will be back.
A photo of Sushi Suite 202 - Lincoln Park Chicago by Sushi by Bou restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(605)
€€€€
• Creative Japanese • Old Town
Booked 13 times today
Wonderful. Talking to the chef through the meal was a treat!
A photo of SHO Omakase restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(91)
€€€€
• Creative Japanese
Booked 1 time today
oh my!!!! SUperb!!!! Such an innovative dining experience- where beauty meets deliciousness!!! Loved every moment!
A photo of SUSHI-SAN - River North restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1815)
€€€€
• Creative Japanese • River North (Chicago)
Booked 168 times today
10/10 - will go back on next visit to Chicago. Absolutely worth the visit.
A photo of Wax Vinyl Bar And Ramen Shop restaurant
3.8
Excellent(21)
€€€€
• Creative Japanese • West Town
Booked 1 time today
I enjoyed everything about Wax. The DJ played actual Records! The food was great! Ramen with Collard greens! They did it right. The staff was pleasant, helpful, and made the evening a wonderful experience. I will be back.

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