Bistro Wasabi II

As empty nesters who love to travel and explore new culinary experiences, Bistro Wasabi in Hoffman Estates, IL, exceeded our expectations. We visited with a large group of friends, and the entire experience was delightful.We started with the Spicy Salmon, which was absolutely divine. The balance of flavors was perfect, and it had just the right amount of kick. The Tuna Tacos were fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor, making them an excellent choice for any seafood lover. The highlight of the night was the Lobster Tempura, which was a special that evening. The lobster was succulent and tender, perfectly complemented by the crispy tempura batter.Our server, Janelle, was fantastic. She was knowledgeable about the menu and provided excellent recommendations, enhancing our dining experience. The prices were reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food and the overall dining experience.We highly recommend it and look forward to our next visit.

It's been a long time since I updated my review for Bistro Wasabi. Since I've been there twice this past week, this is a good time for the update.Last week, I took my son, who was celebrating something. We went overboard, trying various Maki rolls and Nigiri. If I remember correctly, we had Tomago, Squid, and we reordered a few later. For the Maki Rolls, we stayed traditional with Salmon and Avocado, Ebi Q, Una Q, Negi Hamachi, Salmon Skin, and Tekka. I also had a Sake-Martini (a must-try if you are a martini purist.Last night, there were three of us. We started with Seaweed Salad and spicy Edamame. We also had Flying Fish Roe Nigiri and Salmon Nigiri. For Maki Rolls, we had Boston (Salmon and Avocado), Negi Hamachi (Yellowtail and scallions), Tekka (Tuna), and one maki roll from their specials which I think was called "Baha," and contained a variety of fish. (I also had .another Sake-Martini - man, those are good.) My wife, whos doesn't eat seafood, had the Chicken Terriaki.While I have pictures from the first visit, I had technical problems with my phone on the second. I took lots of pictures, but they disappeared this morning. The only surviving picture is of the Miso SoupBoth times the service was outstanding. Since we were there at 8 PM last night (a Friday), it was very loud but not so much that we couldn't talk. The service is always outstanding. My cousin, who was with us and visiting from Seattle, said this was the best sushi she ever had. I would put it up there as the top few I've been to, also.It can be pricy, but you pay for the quality and the service.

Excellent dishes! Excellent service! In company of great friends the ambiance is created of course.

We went here with our family of 5 for dinner. Drinks were good, there a several wines and many martini options. Spicy Edamame was very good for an appetizer! We all enjoyed different sushi rolls or plates of sashimi. Traditional rolls are all available here. It has a clean modern look with fun upbeat club/euro style music playing. Service is good, but nothing exceptional. We have a lovely dinner and would definitely return for a date night or couples night out!

First time here. The food was delicious. I like to ask the waiters where ever I go, what they recommend? Getting their opinion is important to me since I like to try different things. Victoria our waitress was very sweet and had delicious recommendations. The ambiance felt like I was in the city. It was dark and good lighting. Didn't feel at all like you were in the middle of Hoffman estates. Would definitely come back to try more.

We have been here dozens of times but today the service was terrible. With a confirmed reservation, we still waited 5 mins for a table 15 mins for water & a 1st drink, and another 10 minutes to place our order. On a positive note, the food is always great. They did get better as visit continued. I wasn't looking for a free round but they realized I was not happy with the service.Thank you!

I don't know why I haven't updated this review. I've been here many more times. Service is always amazing! We usually sit in the bar, and the bartender is awesome! Food is always amazing. Wife and I have tried a ton of their food options. She prefers to get some Maki. I usually get some appetizers. Usually gyoza & yakitori. And then I'll get a few pieces of nigiri. Their cocktails also great! Give them a try!

Long time regular here, now less regular. A few month back 2 key staff disappeared - the years -long bartender and master martini maker, and the hostess/server/bus boy/workhorse/hustler. Both were absolute gems who cared about their work and customers. It isn't the same with the amateur, rotating staff now. The drinks are terrible. They don't know how to make basic drinks, and they simply are not as good. There's no longer any enthusiasm when customers arrive, no personality, no kindness. So far the quality of the food remains very high and the sushi chefs appear to be the same. But overall it is a different feel and the drinks stink, so we're going from dining 2-3 times a month to 1x every 3-4 months. Advice to owners- go get your 2 key staff back. They are missed and were the heart of your restaurant.

I would like to preface this by saying that it's important to be up front and honest with what you are offering customers. When I come to a Japanese restaurant, I am, for all intents and purposes, hoping for Japanese cuisine. We ordered a maguro salad (fine, rather refreshing), an assortment of rolls, and a "spicy chirashi." Now, when ordering a chirashi, spicy or otherwise, I expect a bowl containing sashimi over a bed of rice. What was served was essentially a hwe dup bap, a Korean sushi bowl. I love Korean food, but I did not come here to have Korean food. If it was on the menu as "Hwe Dup Bap" or "Korean sushi bowl", I would have not ordered it, as $27 is pretty steep for it if I can get it elsewhere for almost half price. Please, just be genuine with what you are serving people. We will not be returning, as neither the menu description, listed in the images submission, nor the waitress's description were accurate to what this was.

The food is usually very good, but the service not always. Bad experience with service this weekend. Mistake made with our reservation and so the 4 of us were seated at the sushi bar which makes group conversation impossible. Even worse there were open tables for 4, and they refused to move us. We were done in about 1 hour and still open tables. Offered little compensation for their mistake. Not sure when I will return. Used to love it!!