Tanuki, Lakeview
12 people recommendvia r/chicagofood, r/AskChicago12 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Tanuki in Lakeview draws recommendations for takeaway and rolls. One diner particularly likes its spicy tuna roll and also enjoys the nigiri; another likes the sushi-zza, described as sushi presented in a pizza-style box. Two people mention that packaging for taking several rolls home.
Address
Tanuki Sushi & Grill, 3006 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Spicy tuna roll, Sushi zza
- Best for
- Takeaway
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/JustHereforNachos in r/chicagofood · Jun 2024
Says they like this place and its sushi-zza, a novelty of sushi packed in pizza packaging, and notes others get very excited about it.
- Recommendsu/thisiswesanderson in r/chicagofood · Nov 2025consistency
Says the spicy tuna roll hits every time and loves their rolls and nigiri.
- Recommendsu/oyster167 in r/chicagofood · Aug 2024
Names Tanuki among its takeout picks.
- Recommendsu/UniqueLaw4431 in r/chicagofood · Aug 2024
Gives a direct sushi recommendation for this place in reply to the sushi request.
- Recommendsu/Pooprainbows in r/AskChicago · Jul 2026
Mentions Tanuki's pizza-style box as a way to take home several rolls.
- Recommendsu/noodledrunk in r/chicagofood · Feb 2026
Reports that a sushi beginner enjoyed the meal and notes non-sushi choices.
- Recommendsu/oliveoil429 in r/chicagofood · May 2025service
Likes this place and says it handles splitting up orders well.
- Recommendsu/curvyshell in r/chicagofood · Aug 2024
Calls Tanuki underrated and says it is their usual spot.
Show all 12 cited comments
- Recommendsu/annaxdee in r/AskChicago · Jul 2026
Agrees that the pizza-style box can hold several rolls to take home.
- Recommendsu/njz9 in r/chicagofood · Aug 2024
Says Tanuki was their favorite when they lived near it.
- Recommendsu/sohamshelat17 in r/chicagofood · Nov 2025
Names Tanuki in Lakeview East as a recommendation.
- Recommendsu/tillygold6 in r/chicagofood · Aug 2024
Suggests Tanuki in Lakeview as a takeout option.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.