Serving up the best sushi in Chicago and binchotan roasted meats using the freshest ingredients we can find, all with a side of old-school hip-hop and ice-cold beer.
Situated in Lakeview's iconic Southport Corridor, Itoko is a neighborhood Japanese and robata restaurant from Gene Kato, Executive Chef of Momotaro. “Itoko” meaning “cousin” in Japanese, refers to the connection with Momotaro, located in the Fulton Market District. The menu features the high level of ingredients and technique that Chicago has come to expect from Chef Kato, alongside a beautiful interior curated for the Southport neighborhood. The menu itself features uniquely interpreted sushi rolls that allow the high-quality fish to be the star of the sushi experience. In addition, an innovative beverage menu with a focus on cocktails & highballs highlights the relationship between the technique of the food created by the kitchen and how this is complimented by the beverage selection.
Akahoshi Ramen is a humble ramen shop in the city of Chicago. Everything is made in the restaurant, including all soups, seasonings, toppings, and noodles. We are not an authentic ramen shop, though we value the history of ramen, and our ramen is influenced by its past and its future potential. The dish, popularized in Japan after World War 2, is symbolic of both struggle and perseverance. It is both a simple dish, and a fantastically complex one that we treat with reverence and respect. Roughly translating to “Red Star,” the name “Akahoshi” is a love letter to two cities; Sapporo, Hokkaido, where red stars adorn city monuments, and Chicago, Illinois, where the red star decorates the city flag. Our ramen is influenced by Japanese and American ideals in cooking. We hope you will join us to enjoy a bowl of ramen, made with the respect and passion it deserves.
At Raisu, the focus is on providing the freshest fish and excellent costumer service. Our fish flown in from Japan twice a week. On a level comparable to other high end sushi restaurants, yet for an affordable price. Traditional nigiri (served with freshly grated wasabi) comes with signature toppings. Reserve ahead of time for Omakase, which is available in limited quality.
Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!
RAMEN-SAN is a neighborhood noodle joint that slings hot broth, ice-cold beer and the best ’90s hip-hop in town. With locations in Lincoln Park, River North, Fulton Market and Streeterville, the Lincoln Park location is the newest addition to the RAMEN-SAN squad.
Situé dans le quartier de Lakeview de Chicago, Bites est un bistrot asiatique décontracté, chic et confortable, avec de nombreux petits plats faits maison de Thaïlande, Japon, Chine, Corée, Inde, Vietnam, et au-delà. Le résultat est un délicieux assortiment de tapas offert uniquement à Bites. Au bar à sushis, vous trouverez une variété de petits pains traditionnels et de makis signatures (disponible en demi-portion ou portion entière), ainsi que nigiri et sashimi. Notre cheminée vous garde au chaud en hiver et notre terrasse extérieure vous permet de profiter du temps chaud en été. Profitez de la nourriture accompagnée d'une variété de cocktails, de bières et de vins, en compagnie de vos amis et de votre famille. Bites est un endroit agréable et est parfait pour les repas occasionnels et les occasions spéciales - diner en tête à tête, soirée entre amis, un anniversaire, enterrement de vie de jeune fille/garçon, un baby shower, etc. Commencez ou terminer votre soirée à Bites Asian Tapas & Sushi.
Le Juno est un restaurant japonais intimiste situé au cœur de Lincoln Park. Porté par l'expérience du chef et propriétaire BK Park, il vise la perfection en alliant qualité et constance au niveau du service, comme de la nourriture qu'il propose. Connu pour son Omakase innovant et élégant, le Juno sert également une variété de plats traditionnels et non-traditionnels japonais ainsi qu'un vaste choix de sashimi, de nigiri et de saké de qualité.
The BEST way to experience Tanoshii for two people is to order signature "fish and chips" appetizer and 3 Mike's special rolls. (Chefs choice) Tanoshii is often referred to as serving the best sushi in Chicago for over 13 years, crafting fresh Japanese classics in its bright eatery. For delicious starters signature appetizers "fish and chips" and "truffle rose" are highly recommended. Tanoshii’s owner Mike Ham who's also a master sushi chef offers dishes renowned for their deft of fresh ingredients, and omakase dishes. Omakase in different words means chef choice. Chef uses fresh fish for the day and uses their creativity to deliver you the best sushi experience. Tanoshii has been reviewed in the Our Chicago Food Blog and the Chicago Reader. Its welcoming setting features a sushi bar and take-out services
