Todai Restaurant
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Phone: (847) 619-1088
Fax: (847) 619-0188
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Editorial Review for Todai Restaurant – by Robyn Galbos
In Short
The first Todai Restaurant debuted in 1985 in Santa Monica, Calif., and has since opened in locations across the U.S. and in Hong Kong. The restaurant, with seating for up to 500 people, features a 160-foot seafood buffet offering more than 40 kinds of sushi, all made fresh. The salad selection ranges from Caesar to seaweed to red potato salad. Hot entrees include sukiyaki, teriyaki chicken, sweet-and-sour pork and udon noodles.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkTodai serves domestic and Japanese beer as well as a selection of red, white and plum wines.
Save MoneySeniors 65 years and older receive a 20-percent discount on their meals.
The ExtrasComplimentary birthday meals or certificates are given to patrons who visit Todai on their birthdays. Birthday meal programs differ depending on the location, so call your local restaurant for details.
User Reviews for Todai Restaurant
03/04/2008 Posted by 1fashionqueen
I was at this place a couple years ago,the price was ~$20,the crab legs were steemed,the green tea was included and many more... Now: price $28 per person plus drink, plus tax 10%, plus gratitude 15%. For two of us we paid $78, and what we had: sushi,cold crab legs (on ice),and we have to wait fo it because they put out one tray and each person took a full plate of legs.They don't provide a leg crakers and you have to use your teeth or regular knife! We have to wait for 2-3 lines to get crab legs. Some fish. Meat menu very limited. Conclusion: It doesn't worse the money.
Pros: Fast food, sushi in a bulk
Cons: Expensive, dirty washrooms,coocing staff doesn't look friendly
02/17/2008 Posted by GatorMing
Let me start off by saying that I've never been to other Todai's, so I don't know if I can speak for this location living up to it's namesake. But I have been to Minado (PA & NJ), which are similar to this location. Sushi is such a varied experience depending on the diner's expectations and perceptions. (ie authentic, trendy, neo-sushi, yuppie, supermarket etc) - The location wasn't quite the hell hole the previous reviewers make it out to be - That being said this IS a sushi place for people who want sushi in bulk. Take that statement for what it is. All the good, bad, and indifferent implications that come with it. - The hot food bar was nothing spectacular - I found the sushi rice in the maki(rolls) a bit mushy. Seems like either they used too much water to cook the rice, worked with it while it was hot, or used way too much pressure when rolling. - Fish seemed fresh enough - Knife skills of the chefs could be better. If it seems like I'm bashing this place in this review, please remember my previous statement. "This IS a sushi place for people who want sushi in bulk." - On the plus side there were alot of asians at the restaurant. This may sound weird, but a good way to gauge whether a restaurant is decent is to assess whether the indigenous people of the associated cuisine actually eat at the restaurant.
Pros: Lots of seating, good for large groups who want sushi in bulk
Cons: Bulk sushi trades off with quality (obviously)
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