Izakaya 88 | Japanese

Japanese & Sushi in Rockford, Illinois

4.6 (179)

Category	Japanese & Sushi · Izakaya restaurant, Karaoke bar, Restaurant, Tapas restaurant
Address	293 Executive Pkwy Ste C, Rockford, IL 61107
Area	Rockford, Illinois
Phone	(815) 394-0007
Google rating	4.6 (179)

Hours

Monday	4:30–9 pm
Tuesday	4:30–9 pm
Wednesday	4:30–9 pm
Thursday	4:30–9 pm
Friday	4:30–9:30 pm
Saturday	4:30–9:30 pm
Sunday	4:30–8:30 pm

About Izakaya 88 | Japanese

Izakaya 88 | Japanese is one of the japanese & sushi listed in Rockford, Illinois. The business is registered at 293 Executive Pkwy Ste C, Rockford, IL 61107; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as izakaya restaurant, karaoke bar, restaurant, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

Portion sizes and pricing swing widely across this group, from a $10 lunch bowl to a multi-course tasting menu at an upscale sushi counter, so checking recent reviews and photos is more useful than the price range alone. In Rockford, dinner reservations for popular izakaya, hot pot and Korean BBQ spots fill up on Friday and Saturday nights, so booking ahead or arriving at opening is worth it. Many restaurants across Illinois run daily lunch specials on weekdays that are not listed on the dinner menu, so it is worth asking. Halal, vegetarian and gluten-free options vary a lot by kitchen; call ahead if you have a dietary restriction rather than assuming the menu will note it.

Hours are published for 7 days a week. Typical hours are 4:30–9 pm. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Izakaya 88 | Japanese at (815) 394-0007; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, shogunofrockford.com.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 179 reviews, which is a strong result for a japanese in Rockford and suggests consistent service.

Rockford is in Illinois, in the Midwest, where summers are warm, winters are cold and snowy, and most errands are done by car; businesses keep steady year-round hours with the usual holiday changes. Getting around Rockford is easiest by car; street parking is metered in busy downtown areas, and most suburban businesses have their own lot. Ride-share apps such as Uber and Lyft operate across Illinois's larger cities, and public transit varies from extensive to minimal.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Jeff Pinkston 2 months ago

Went for my birthday last Friday night.While the food and bartender Andrea were great,the greeting at the front desk was less than thrilling.Wife had called and made reservations and told them it was for my birthday.Upon arrival and checking in,the Asian lady at the front desk(wearing dark framed glasses)was less than friendly.No happy birthday,no smile,no welcome.Nothing.This place is supposed to be THE place for birthday celebrations.Only the bartender wished me a happy birthday.No song. Nothing.WON'T be celebrating any birthday here anymore.Ive had better receptions at a cemetery.

Jae Kim 2 years ago

The sushi was fine, nothing spectacular. The lighting is very dim in the restaurant. The salmon sashimi tasted funny, but it was fine with soy sauce. The spicy rolls were delicious. The shogun mule isn’t really a mule, but it was okay.

Kim Zaphel she, her, ella 2 years ago

We needed a private party room for a Celebration of Life within a week's notice. Shogun/Izakaya was her favorite place. Addison, Alexis, and staff were absolutely hospitable and wonderful hosts. They worked with us on a sushi buffet, a toast, and using their screen for a slide show. They thought of all the details and worked with us on seating arrangements and made sure all of our needs were met. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect celebration. A million thanks! -Family of Rita Welch

Astro 2 years ago

I was visiting Rockford and looking for a place to eat. I found a restaurant called Shogun online. The menu looked good, so I decided to give it a try. It was a little bit confusing at first, as there appeared to be two restaurants inside the same space. One was Shogun and the other was Izakaya 88. Both had open seating signs posted. I asked at the counter, and it was explained that it's not really two separate restaurants and that it's just a matter of preference as to which "restaurant" atmosphere one prefers. The Shogun side was bright, more basic in terms of decor, and more communal in its layout. The Izakaya 88 side was dim, had lovely modern decor, and was more private. I opted for Izakaya. I ordered the shrimp tacos, vegan ramen, and a sushi dragon roll. Although more Tex-Mex than Asian, the tacos were quite tasty and the amount of shrimp included was generous. The vegan ramen was also good. The broth and noodles were flavorful. Both the tacos and ramen were good values for the price charged. As far as the sushi dragon roll, it was just okay. Not bad, but I imagine that if I were trying sushi for the first time, I'd think to myself it's okay but not something I'd go out of m

Masoud M 3 years ago

Restaurant has two seperate space, one for live chefs cooking on hot oven and the other part is standard restaurant style that you order from Menu. We enjoyed having our cook prepared front of us with lots of fun with the chef entertaining actions and also having our meal cooked! The portions are generous and delicious but there is some room for improving food quality to become perfect! But all togher food and atmosphere are great! Go for it

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Izakaya 88 | Japanese located?

Izakaya 88 | Japanese is at 293 Executive Pkwy Ste C, Rockford, IL 61107, in Rockford, Illinois. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Izakaya 88 | Japanese?

Izakaya 88 | Japanese is listed as a japanese and is also tagged on Google as izakaya restaurant, karaoke bar, restaurant.

What are the hours of Izakaya 88 | Japanese?

Published hours are Monday: 4:30–9 pm; Tuesday: 4:30–9 pm; Wednesday: 4:30–9 pm; Thursday: 4:30–9 pm; Friday: 4:30–9:30 pm; Saturday: 4:30–9:30 pm; Sunday: 4:30–8:30 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Izakaya 88 | Japanese open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 4:30–8:30 pm.

What is the phone number of Izakaya 88 | Japanese?

You can call Izakaya 88 | Japanese at (815) 394-0007.

How is Izakaya 88 | Japanese rated on Google?

Izakaya 88 | Japanese has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 179 reviews.

Does Izakaya 88 | Japanese have a website?

Yes, the website of Izakaya 88 | Japanese is shogunofrockford.com (linked on this page).