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Sushi Taku Rotary STR

Name: Sushi Taku Rotary STR
Address: 935 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL, 60614, US
Telephone: (773) 799-8149
Price range: moderate

Japanese•Chicago•moderate

Sushi Taku Rotary STR is one of the best japanese restaurants in Chicago for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.

Sushi Taku Rotary STR brings the conveyor-belt format to Lincoln Park with enough structural conviction to make the gimmick question irrelevant.

Editorial review•Dec 9, 2025

Sushi Taku Rotary STR brings the conveyor-belt format to Lincoln Park with enough structural conviction to make the gimmick question irrelevant. The mini bullet-train delivery system could read as theater, but accounts from regulars suggest it functions with real logic—plates arrive at the table in a rhythm that suits groups and families who want low-pressure decision-making rather than a performance. The room is described as sleek without tipping into sterility, and the all-you-can-eat pricing ($29.99 at lunch, $36.99 at dinner) removes the mental accounting that typically undercuts the pleasure of ordering freely. That structure alone changes how a table eats. What distinguishes this location from a novelty stop is the kitchen's reported consistency on a menu that spans genuine range. Diners with reliable track records point to the sashimi—salmon and yellowtail under ponzu—as holding up well, which is a meaningful detail in any all-you-can-eat context where freshness is the first thing to slip. The verified menu gives you real choices: Chicken Karaage and Takoyaki represent the izakaya-snack end of the spectrum, while Unagi Don asks for more commitment and, by most accounts, delivers it. The Fried Oysters are consistently flagged as a table anchor worth ordering early and often. The Green Tea Cheesecake has developed a following as a closer that feels considered rather than perfunctory. This is the Lincoln Park outpost of a small Chicago group that includes Wicker Park and Logan Square locations—spots that built steady neighborhood loyalty rather than a single wave of hype. That lineage matters when evaluating whether a place sustains quality or coasts on format. The practical move: arrive at lunch to maximize value, come with at least three people, and structure your table around the Fried Oysters, Unagi Don, and Green Tea Cheesecake as anchors.

Marcus Chen, Senior Restaurant Critic

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Rating (Google) 9.6

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Based on 2146 reviews

Best used for

date night and dinner

Price and pace

moderate

Neighborhood

Chicago · 935 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

Price

moderate

Google rating

9.6 from 2,146 reviews

Phone

(773) 799-8149

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What to order

Signature dishes at Sushi Taku Rotary STR

Chicken Karaage

Fried chicken

Fried Oysters

Takoyaki

Octopus balls

Unagi Don

Eel over rice

Tonkotsu Ramen

Pork bone broth ramen

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What makes Sushi Taku Rotary STR worth the move

Sushi Taku Rotary STR looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Chicken Karaage and Fried Oysters also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 2,146 Google reviews.

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Public rating

9.6 from 2,146 Google reviews

Best used for

date night and dinner

Style

Japanese in Chicago

Spend

moderate

Best for

sushi dinner date night japanese

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Google rating: 9.6 from 2,146 reviews

Price point: moderate

Popular dishes: Chicken Karaage, Fried Oysters, Takoyaki

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9.6 from 2,146 reviews

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Editorial review by Marcus Chen

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Address: 935 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Phone: (773) 799-8149
Price: moderate
TastyPals score: Coming soon
Google rating: 9.6 (2,146 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Neighborhood: Chicago

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What cuisine does Sushi Taku Rotary STR serve?

Sushi Taku Rotary STR is a Japanese restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Sushi Taku Rotary STR brings the conveyor-belt format to Lincoln Park with enough structural conviction to make the gimmick question irrelevant.

What is Sushi Taku Rotary STR best for?

Sushi Taku Rotary STR is best for sushi, dinner, date night, japanese. Sushi Taku Rotary STR looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Chicken Karaage and Fried Oysters also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 2,146 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Sushi Taku Rotary STR?

Sushi Taku Rotary STR is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.6 from 2,146 reviews

What should I order at Sushi Taku Rotary STR?

Start with Chicken Karaage, Fried Oysters, Takoyaki and Unagi Don. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Sushi Taku Rotary STR worth visiting?

Sushi Taku Rotary STR holds a 9.6 Google rating from 2,146 reviews. Sushi Taku Rotary STR looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Chicken Karaage and Fried Oysters also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 2,146 Google reviews.

Where is Sushi Taku Rotary STR located?

Sushi Taku Rotary STR is located at 935 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Is Sushi Taku Rotary STR good for a date night?

Yes — Sushi Taku Rotary STR is tagged for date night dining. Sushi Taku Rotary STR looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Chicken Karaage and Fried Oysters also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 2,146 Google reviews.

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