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Tenjin, Lincolnwood, IL

Tenjin

4.8
4.8
92 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Healthy
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Renga Tei is Tenjin Restaurant now.
Tenjin restaurant serves everyone’s favorite Japanese dishes from yesteryear, and Chef Naoki has developed many contemporary dishes to keep your taste buds happy and satisfied.
We hope that Tenjin will become one of your go-to Japanese Restaurants.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Naoki Nakashima
  • Delivery & takeout

What 92 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Japanese

  • North Suburbs

    Best Overall

  • North Suburbs

    Best Food

  • North Suburbs

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tenjin, formerly Renga-Tei, delights with "authentic Japanese cuisine" and a "warm, friendly atmosphere." Patrons praise its "fresh sushi," "delicious tempura," and comforting dishes like "curry udon." The service is "attentive," and the updated menu under new ownership offers excellent choices. Perfect for groups or intimate dinners, Tenjin is a "hidden gem."

92 Reviews
  1. patricia VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Tenjin’s specials (on top of the very extensive menu) continue to impress. It’s hard to improve on a stalwart classic Japanese restaurant but the inventiveness of specials makes this updated family owned place terrific. Thanks Tenjin for not destroying the old Renga-Tei but making it better.

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  2. Emma

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    always love this place! food is amazing and a great place for birthdays

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  3. Jon VIP

    Chicago21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Bento Box Monday's are the best! The generous portions and variety you get from $19-30 is the deal. Where can you get a fresh, high quality delicious dinner (entree, sushi, side, soup, salad incl) for $20ish bucks all in? Ask for Jack who gave us good descriptions and great service.

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  4. Zarah

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic! Service was attentive and quick.

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  5. Jackie VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great experience with family and friends..

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  6. Mimi VIP

    Chicago59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was great! Just moved here from New York and wanted a good authentic Japanese sushi restaurant and this is it! Great food . Great menu selection and great atmosphere. The real deal, thank you!

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  7. Bryan VIP

    Chicago16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good. Typical of Asian restaurants, food is served when ready so your party may get food at different intervals, especially if you order from the kitchen and sushi bar the food will come at different times.

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  8. Stanley

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful evening with great food and really friendly service.

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  9. James

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A treasure for decades sitting in plain sight. With a very unassuming exterior that doesn't really appear open at times, a delightful restaurant is hidden within. The staff is always friendly and attentive and the food is both yummy and satisfying. It is busy and popular so make sure that you get a reservation. The new owner is making small improvements and upgrades while keeping the longtime patron favorites on the menu. We always enjoy or visits and meals.

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  10. Valerie

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Food and Service! Can’t wait to go back!

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FAQs

Tenjin offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 675-5177.

Tenjin is rated 4.8 stars by 92 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Tenjin

3956 W Touhy Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Naoki Nakashima
  • Delivery & takeout
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