Freshly made sushi rolls including specialty options like MKE, Rock n Roll, and Dancing Dragon.
Authentic appetizers such as gyoza, miso soup, and stuffed avocado for sharing.
Premium selections like ebi, masago, and Blue Fin Nagiri Atoro for sushi purists.
Creative beverages including sweet pear drinks and sake to complement your meal.
Delightful treats like green tea mochi ice cream to finish your dining experience.
Convenient pickup options for enjoying our cuisine at home or on the go.
Super chic, and flirty place! Loved everything about it! Super cute for pictures, or just a fun night out with the girls,Oh and the bathroom??? Beautifulllll!
We came for lunch on a rainy Tuesday. It was not super busy (probably because of the weather), but I noticed there were a lot of pickup orders. That's usually a good sign that the food is good, especially if it's worth braving the weather. I ordered green tea because it was wet and chilly out. I am not a big green tea person, but the green tea was really good! We ordered sweet and spicy gyoza, miso soup, tamago rolls, ebi, ana ebi, and masago rolls as our appetizer. It was all excellent! After that promising start, our eyes were a little bigger than our stomachs, and we ordered several rolls. I got the rock n roll, spider, and crunch munch rolls. My boyfriend got the ninja, dancing dragon, California dragon, MKE, OMG, and Badger crunch. We shared so we could try everything. My favorites were the MKE and the rock n roll, and I liked the Badger crunch a lot too. My boyfriend's favorites were the dancing dragon and California dragon. We both loved the tamago as well. We also got green tea mochi ice cream for dessert, even though we had to take home some leftover sushi. Everything was awesome! Our server was polite and friendly, and we never felt like we needed to use the "call for service" button next to the table, although that was a reassuring touch. She gave us enough space to enjoy our date, but we never felt ignored either. Our sushi chef talked to us at the end of the meal, and we felt very welcomed. We thanked him for his skill and craftsmanship, and could tell he had a lot of pride in his work. The atmosphere and decor was fun and relaxing, and I really enjoyed looking at the mural on the wall. Thank you so much for an enjoyable date night! It was our first time here, and since we had such a nice time, I'm sure we'll be back soon!
We had a reservation for 2 and were quickly seated. The rolls were delicious as usual. Very fresh tasting. The Bbq eel roll was my favorite. I had the scallops for the first time, not knowing what to expect, and it was very good. It was tender and sweet. Giving the atmosphere a 1 star because of a fight that broke out in the restaurant. We left quickly afterward.
This was one of the best sushi experiences I’ve had! We went on a Saturday evening, and it was phenomenal. We got seated immediately, and was greeted kindly by our server, Emily. We had fried pork gyoza and the stuffed avocados which were amazing. We also had the crunch munch, rock n’ roll, a California roll, shrimp tempura maki roll, MKE roll and the flaming Oh My God roll. We also dipped on sweet pear drink. Our server was so incredibly attentive and kind. She would see about anything we need. Ultimately, this is a place that every person who loves sushi should go! This is an outstanding place for sushi.
UPDATE: After being invited back to give Kanpai another try, I returned excited to try something new. We had the Oyster Shooter (which had a nice bite), Stuffed Avocado (which was absolutely amazing), Menage a Trois, Dragons Den, Boss, Blue Fin Nagiri Atoro, Truffle Parmesan Akimi (an interesting and savory blend of flavors) and Vegetable Udon. All were extremely delicious, and the presentation was beautiful. Our reservation was taken without hassle, and followed up with a confirmation text. We were seated in a well lit booth near the sushi bar, which is always a showpiece. Unfortunately, there was no bartender the night we were there, and they were down a host. This meant the owner and on-site staff had to work extra hard to service the guests. While there was a wait for drink and food, the quality of what we had was worth the wait. I will definitely be going back to eat my fill of sushi!

Where authentic Japanese flavors meet Milwaukee's vibrant nightlife.
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Kanpai Izakaya is a premier sushi restaurant and bar in Milwaukee, offering an extensive menu of fresh, expertly crafted sushi rolls, sashimi, and Japanese small plates. With a 4.4-star rating from over 689 reviews, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality ingredients, creative presentations, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for date nights, group outings, or casual dining. Our chic decor, attentive service, and commitment to craftsmanship ensure an unforgettable dining experience that keeps guests coming back.
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