kitaro surf & turf & sushi

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   Lauren

   Denver

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 1 December 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server was busy tending to a larger party, totally understandable. However, there should be people hired to “run” his food/drinks when he’s tied up. We ordered appetizers and waited 45 minutes-1 hour, which then came out with our main food. We ordered a side of fried rice that came out once we were completely finished w our meals. We said to take it back, we’re all finished up and ready to leave. He said he could pack it to-go w no charge (which was nice and appreciated), but the bill still charged us for the rice and then he said he couldn’t take it off despite saying he would. Our drinks were also extremely slow to come and be refilled, even the water. Again, there should be more staff going around to fill waters, run appetizers/food when it comes out hot and ready. The prices are way too steep to have such poor service. We come regularly, but will probably give them a break for a while after all this.
   

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   Carolyn

   Chicago

   8 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on 28 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our party of seven sat in the bar area. We have many favorite rolls so with our group we got to enjoy many of them! Top favorites tho are the Crabby Joe and the Hawaiian. Drink of the night for most - Asian Pear martini - so good! Service as always, top notch! Thank you Kitaro!
   

   kitaro surf & turf & sushiResponded 6 days ago

   Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your group had a fantastic time enjoying our rolls!! Our team loves making your experience special, so your kind words about the service mean the world to us!!! We look forward to seeing you again soon at Kitaro! 🥢🍸✨
   

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   Amenia

   Chicago

   14 reviews

   4.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on 16 November 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Firecracker sushi always a great choice. Brussel sprouts I feel like has changed, not as seasoned/tasty anymore. Server was ok, not attentive. Over good experience.
   

   kitaro surf & turf & sushiResponded on 19 November 2024

   Thank you for your feedback and the 4 stars! We're thrilled you enjoyed the Firecracker Sushi—it’s definitely a guest favorite. We're sorry to hear the brussels sprouts weren’t as flavorful as you remembered and as for the service, we strive to provide attentive care and apologize for falling short of this. We're glad you had an overall good experience, and we hope to see you again soon! 😊
   

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   Harold

   Chicago

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent sorry I missed two of favorite people John and Carrie who was at a wedding May be next time and as always everything was delicious
   

   kitaro surf & turf & sushiResponded on 28 November 2024

   Thank you so much for your kind words! I am sure that John and Carrie missed you too, but hopefully, you’ll see them next time!! We’re thrilled you enjoyed everything, and we can’t wait to have you back!!!
   

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   Daniel

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 26 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was fabulous and our service was great! Will definitely be back!
   

   kitaro surf & turf & sushiResponded on 31 October 2024

   Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the food and the service and can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
   

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   Rudi

   Indiana

   157 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   157 reviews

   Dined on 19 October 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   This restaurant can still make it. But it has to do better than what my wife and I experienced. The positives: great food menu, the food itself, the vibe (on the bar side, as far as we could see it). The negatives: currently too high price range for what is offered, service was measured (not friendly) and not impressive (forgot soy sauce and side salad), the host put us at the worst possible table (booth): where guests entered, where staff came out of or went into the kitchen, where pick-up food was prepared. As such we missed a good vibe (which we thought most of the other tables/booths did experience, whether in the bar area or at the window) and a romantic dinner was far away. Not sure if we'll return but if we do, we'll give it some time in the hope the management can figure it out.
   

   kitaro surf & turf & sushiResponded on 24 October 2024

   We sincerely apologize for the shortcomings in service and for seating you at a less desirable table. Your experience with the forgotten soy sauce and side salad, as well as the overall service, is not up to our standards. We understand how this impacted your evening, especially for a dinner that was meant to be more romantic. We’re sorry we missed the mark and hope that you can make a return visit to have the experience you deserve. Just a side note: please let us know if you would prefer a different table, we will do our best to accommodate you!
   

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   Michael

   Indiana

   48 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   48 reviews

   Dined on 11 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We were immediately greeted and seated. Nice selection of house drinks and a full bar. Love the appetizer choices. The sea bass was extraordinary.
   

   kitaro surf & turf & sushiResponded on 19 October 2024

   Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and we look forward to serving you again soon!!
   

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   Mary

   Chicago

   26 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   26 reviews

   Dined on 6 October 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The food is fresh and tasty. Many sushi-type choices. Very pretty decor with booths and tables.
   

   kitaro surf & turf & sushiResponded on 10 October 2024

   Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the fresh food, sushi options, and our ambiance!! We look forward to welcoming you back for another visit!!!
   

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   Jamie

   Chicago

   12 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on 5 October 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Best crab ragoon I ever had. Chicken ramen very good. I would order it again. Lemon salmon a go to roll.
   

   kitaro surf & turf & sushiResponded on 10 October 2024

   Thank you for the great review! We're thrilled you loved the appetizer, ramen, and roll!! We're looking forward to your next visit!!!
   

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    Cathy

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    This place is hands-down the best sushi in the Region!
    

    kitaro surf & turf & sushiResponded on 1 October 2024

    Thank you so much for awarding us the 4 stars and recommendation! We're thrilled and humbled to be your top choice for sushi in the region!!
    

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