Ron of Japan

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For three star Japanese, try Ron Of Japan in Northbrook. It's known for its steak. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a quiet atmosphere. This place features private rooms. This restaurant is good for groups. People who have eaten here found the food good.

User Reviews of Ron of Japan

Yelp.com Review - by peanutbutter n.

4.0 of 5 stars. I am at a toss up trying to figure which place is better, Ron's or Bennihana's. Crud. Been here several times and thoroughly enjoyed every time. The only down side is that you leave stuffed and your...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa F.

3.0 of 5 stars. Same rating, because I am a fan of the food here...but good god, is the service terrible or what?Our server was a brusque older woman who consistently referred to us as "girls" because apparently we...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by David L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Probably ate here and at the Chicago location over 100 times in my life. As is the case with many Asian BBQs and steakhouses, plan to shower afterwards or bring a change of clothes. Otherwise, don't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jonathan K.

3.0 of 5 stars. This has been a favorite place since I was 12 years old. That was 18 years ago. The restaurant hasn't changed at all.The restaurant is your typical Japanese steak house, but the food is a bit better....
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kirill O.

1.0 of 5 stars. Why is this place still open for business? Absolutely horrendous.Went here with family, the "chef" never uttered a single word, had no showmanship at all and wasn't even Asian, just some busboy. Oh,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Allie B.

2.0 of 5 stars. Wasn't sure what to expect, and now that I've been, I still am not sure exactly what I think...The service was definitely good. They were friendly and attentive, kept the table clean, and kept the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris P.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love Ron of Japan. Every time I tell someone about this place and how they cook the food for you at your table, the person says, "Oh, like Benihana?"Well, yes and no.Sure, both are teppanyaki...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Tim H.

4.0 of 5 stars. 5 star for the Teppanyaki Food 3 star service 3 star decor gets rounded to 4 stars overall. Be aware that they cook in front of you here and you will leave smelling like the Teppanyaki food so...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sock M.

1.0 of 5 stars. I think this restaurant is still alive due to fond childhood memories. I can't explain all the positive reviews otherwise. They don't even try to put on a show sometimes, we had the most apathetic...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Patrick C.

1.0 of 5 stars. This is truly one of the worst restaurants I have ever been to. It is filthy, the service is terrible and the food is even worse. If you kids force you to take them to a Japanese style steak place,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie M.

3.0 of 5 stars. HOLY CHOLESTEROL!Ron of Japan is a pretty cool place to go to once a year. If you went here more often than that, you might have a heart attack solely caused by the dreamy food served here.If you are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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Best in its class! by Lisa W. at InsiderPages

Unlike the first reviewer, I disagree that it is cheesy. It is far from cheesy, at least for those who like teppan-yaki style dining. I have yet to find any restaurant that has comparable service or food...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I personally love this place. No you are not going to get steak that tastes AMAZING, but what you will get is an egg sauce that will make everything on your platter taste amazing! This egg sauce...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie C.

5.0 of 5 stars. A Northbrook institution!! Great food, fun atmosphere. Love the calamari and the egg yolk sauce!!
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Elisabeth N.

1.0 of 5 stars. I was brought here by my boyfriend's family (who are born and raised Midwesterners) who adore the whole 'Japanese Steakhouse' experience. Having spent a good amount of time in Japan and knowing that...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Patrick C.

1.0 of 5 stars. Only worth going if its your prom night. Blah.
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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You know you like it by Elizabeth R. at InsiderPages

Yeah, it's cheesy. And yeah, it's kind of expensive. And no, it's definitely not authentic Japanese. It is, however, totally Benihana-style, except better. I had my third grade birthday party here and it was...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by John C.

1.0 of 5 stars. Don't walk....run screaming into the night.Is there a tackier restaurant on the North Shore? I've been living here for more than ten years and I don't think so. Bad food, and a stale dull...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Without a doubt, the best Japanese restaurant in Chicagoland. Great place to go as a group. Each table sits about 8 people, so be ready to sit with strangers when you go....It usually ends up pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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Best Japanese Food

I have been going to Ron of Japans in Illinois since 1976. I wish we had one out here in Las Vegas. I have been trying to get the recipe for the egg yolk sauce they use on their shrimp, lobster, crab and other...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Zack M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Fun place for a group, as some may cringe at being forced into conversation with 6 strangers at a large round table. It don't bother me none...The chefs flip knives behind their backs and cook on the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Luke S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I think I have been here so often that I now know how to sing happy birthday in Japanese. The food has been consistently good for years. Their "egg yolk" sauce is amazing on everything, not only the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Timothy K.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is one of our regular favorites. Not typical (or even authentic, for that matter) Japanese food, but delicious all the same. If you're a compulsive nutrition label reader, this is not your...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jin K.

1.0 of 5 stars. A disappointment! I love teppanyaki and was looking forward to a wonderful albeit expensive meal. The food was awful -- shrimp was gross, fried rice was 2/3 ground beef! The chef was nice, but not...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica O.

4.0 of 5 stars. Ron of Japan is one of those places that is famous in the burbs for being a one-of-a-kind dining experience. It is absolutely the most stereo-typical restaurant in the world, and you kind of feel...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris M.

4.0 of 5 stars. A Northbrook tradition and definitely the place to go if you like your meal cooked in front of you on a Wok. This is a place to go with about 8-10 people, as they'll give you your own table....
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Elle J.

4.0 of 5 stars. Ok, I've been to this place many times... LOVE the food, the Super Mai Tais are awesome (and potent!) but there is one thing that really ticks me off about this place. Usually it's my husband, my son...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was a very bratty child and always cried and cried til my parents agreed to take me here. Not that it was that hard because my mother is a sucker for the yolky, buttery, eggy goodness that all but...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Toni D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great food!! I've been going to the downtown location since I was 5 yrs old. I found out about this location recently in the last 5 years. Both the downtown and Northbrook locations are the same. I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Nancy K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great for large groups. Entertaining. Good food and service. I haven't been here recently but, went for many an occasion and had a good time.
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2006
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Excellent food and atmosphere.

Superb food, wonderful atmosphere, fabulous service. If youhaven't tried them yet, that's okay... I don't mind keeping them a secret!I have been coming to this Ron of Japan since moved to the No...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/24/2005
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Not as good as Kegon

The food is good, but nothing like Kegon in Deerfield! And the chefs are not nearly as entertaining as they are at Tsukasa in Vernon Hills.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/20/2003
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Out of this world!

I have been coming to this Ron of Japan since they opened back in the 80's and I haven't tired of it yet. The food is always amazing and although I've gotten the recipe for the salad dressing AND the egg-yolk...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2002
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Metromix

as far as japanese steakhouses go, the atmosphere is fabulous. the seating areas are sectioned off, so you don't feel too crowded. the showmanship of the chefs leaves a bit to be desired, but the food was...
metromix.com - user review
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Centerstage

the recipe for the sauce is right.the reason it doesn't tast the same cause you have to add oil slowly.also food coloring is important too.not too much...
centerstage.net - user review
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