sushi badaya

sushi badaya is off the always busy Central ave. on 1st St., so it’s easy to miss. (i think they would probably get a lot more business if they were in ahigher foot-traffic location, but what can ya’ do…)

in any case, as finding a reasonable sushi joint in this area was a challenge for someone like me living in north chicago, i think sushi badaya is a good option for local residents.

this establishment is run by koreans, so big suprise, the rolls have a korean twist to them. not quite like the rolls i’m used to at other japanese restaurants, but that’s ok, the rolls are still good. not spectacular, but still good.

i really loved the interior design of the restaurant though. dark reds and golds w/beautiful artwork along the walls. it created a very soothing ambience.

service was excellent – friendly and attentive. we even got some free appetizers & pens!

I sat at the sushi bar in front of head chef – he served us from appetizer to dessert with beutiful presentation and unforgettable flavors. some of his dishes were not even in the menu – and all of them were absolutely delicious and their seafood was so fresh. my day felt so contented and special from the treat.