If nothing else, this place was crowded even during a snowstorm! The food (miso, tempura, and sashimi) across the board was excellent in presentation and flavor. High level service and very fun and inventive cocktail list. I will definitely go back.
Joe
Juno is the best sushi restaurant in Chicago. I love the subtle, sophisticated space and the sushi (and sake) were great. Get the specials because ours were all delicious. An overall cool dining experience.
Jared
Took forever to get our Sri N.A. and food. Order was messed up. Service just all around bad.
Anna Hofbauer
Food was alright but incredibly expensive for the quality. Service left a lot to be desired. Host was dismissive and server was inattentive.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Giovanni Perez
Best experience ever! The short rib changed my life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Lau
Food was good, but not $125 per person good. I don’t generally care that much about fine dining, but if you pay that much money, then the experience should be pretty close to flawless. There was a curly hair in one of my wife’s pieces of food— I have short straight hair and my wife has long brown hair. The curated omakase tasting menu was served out of order (I don’t really care, but it’s $125 per person). We had to wait over 15 minutes for our table even though we had a reservation. We were asked to sit and wait at the bar but in that time we were never asked for a drink order. (I don’t really care, but it’s $125 per person). At dinner, I was charged for a drink that they never brought me, which is normally not a big deal until you consider that you also have to tip an automatic 20% on top of that. I’m way too cheap to be giving away $20 something dollars for something I never got. They were going to bring it to me after I pointed out on the receipt that I was charged but never received it. Like, yo. I’m done being here! I don’t want to stay any longer, that’s why I asked for the receipt! Context clues people.
We were seated in the middle of the room. Which is generally fine, but not if there’s not enough room for the staff to move about without constantly having to make way for each other and bumping into the diners. I’m not a huge person, and I kept getting brushed up against accidentally. I mean it’s not the worst thing in the world,but it’s also not ok— it’s also super distracting when you’re just trying to have a nice night out as two working parents with a rare night alone. And you know what? Yep. It’s $125 per person, so unless I’m getting a back rub for that amount of money, nobody should be touching me.
Most of the staff was pretty pleasant- they had issues bringing food out, but certainly didn’t have issues clearing the table. I don’t know if they were understaffed, but at $125 per person, figure it out.
And also, cheap disposable chopsticks?! (I don’t really care, but it’s $125 per person).
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Monica Dionisio
Exceptional incentive food, attentive service and a great relaxed but upbeat vibe. I’ll return here again and again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ernesto
Where did omakase, and the second half of the tasting menu was much slower than the first half. The Service was otherwise very good, and our server was knowledgeable about the food and the wine.
Joey
Food was OUTSTANDING! A little pricey for the amount of food provided, but still worth it. The nigiri / sashimi selection was fantastic. Great spot!
Connor
Unfortunately, there appears to be a lack of leadership and coordination in the restaurant. The meal took an unusually long time, primarily due to an inefficient service model at the sushi counter. Rather than handing dishes directly to guests seated in front of them, the chefs placed finished plates in a service window to await a server — even when the guests were just a foot away. This unnecessary step resulted in dishes sitting in the window, losing quality and temperature, before being walked over a mere 12 inches by a server. Several of our courses sat untouched in front of us on the counter for extended periods, waiting for a server to notice them. In an omakase setting, this lack of direct interaction and engagement from the chefs significantly diminished the experience. To add to the frustration, a mandatory 20% gratuity was applied — as noted on their website — yet the service received did not come close to warranting that level of tip. For a premium dining experience, the lack of attentiveness, hospitality, and direct service undermined the value entirely. Additionally, the way the menu is marketed is misleading. The experience is described as having 20 courses, but in reality, several individual bites from the same plate — such as a small sashimi sampler — were each counted as separate courses. In a more accurate and transparent presentation, this should be described as 20 curated bites rather than 20 courses. For a traditional omakase — especially one that includes composed dishes beyond just nigiri — guests reasonably expect a more thoughtfully defined progression. While the flavors themselves were generally enjoyable, the lack of service, misleading menu language, and absence of any meaningful interaction with the chefs led to a disappointing and drawn-out evening — especially considering how few other guests were in the restaurant.
One of the best sushi joints in Chicago, and specifically the Lincoln Park area. The food is delicious and service is great. Shout out to Hellen who always treat us like we are home! ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anna Bax
We arrived for our reservation on time only to be told there were no available tables in the main restaurant and that we would need to sit at the front. We agreed reluctantly assuming this was our only option. Unfortunately this area was not at all what we expected. It was loud distracting and felt more like a waiting room than part of the actual dining experience.
What made it worse was watching group after group walk in after us and be seated in the back in the proper dining area. About 15 minutes after we were seated a couple with no reservation arrived and was taken straight to the main section. When we politely asked the hostess if we could be moved we were met with rudeness and dismissiveness. It was disheartening to be the only table kept out front the entire night. We had dressed up and were genuinely excited for a special date night only to be made to feel like an afterthought. The front area simply does not compare to the ambiance or atmosphere of the main dining room. It is not what we came for and certainly not what we were paying for. We feel like we did not get the experience we paid for.
If this happens to you ask to wait for a proper table. Do not settle like we did. A night out should feel special. This just felt disappointing
Paula
As always, such an incredible experience. Service top-notch, cocktails delicious, food ... beyond.
Chris McMurtrey
The service really went above & beyond for us. Food was great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
John
great onakase experience —good value too. servers were attentive and helpful, the restaurant is bustling but beautiful . we loved it
If nothing else, this place was crowded even during a snowstorm! The food (miso, tempura, and sashimi) across the board was excellent in presentation and flavor. High level service and very fun and inventive cocktail list. I will definitely go back.
Juno is the best sushi restaurant in Chicago. I love the subtle, sophisticated space and the sushi (and sake) were great. Get the specials because ours were all delicious. An overall cool dining experience.
Took forever to get our Sri N.A. and food. Order was messed up. Service just all around bad.
Food was alright but incredibly expensive for the quality. Service left a lot to be desired. Host was dismissive and server was inattentive.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Best experience ever! The short rib changed my life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was good, but not $125 per person good. I don’t generally care that much about fine dining, but if you pay that much money, then the experience should be pretty close to flawless. There was a curly hair in one of my wife’s pieces of food— I have short straight hair and my wife has long brown hair. The curated omakase tasting menu was served out of order (I don’t really care, but it’s $125 per person). We had to wait over 15 minutes for our table even though we had a reservation. We were asked to sit and wait at the bar but in that time we were never asked for a drink order. (I don’t really care, but it’s $125 per person). At dinner, I was charged for a drink that they never brought me, which is normally not a big deal until you consider that you also have to tip an automatic 20% on top of that. I’m way too cheap to be giving away $20 something dollars for something I never got. They were going to bring it to me after I pointed out on the receipt that I was charged but never received it. Like, yo. I’m done being here! I don’t want to stay any longer, that’s why I asked for the receipt! Context clues people.
We were seated in the middle of the room. Which is generally fine, but not if there’s not enough room for the staff to move about without constantly having to make way for each other and bumping into the diners. I’m not a huge person, and I kept getting brushed up against accidentally. I mean it’s not the worst thing in the world,but it’s also not ok— it’s also super distracting when you’re just trying to have a nice night out as two working parents with a rare night alone. And you know what? Yep. It’s $125 per person, so unless I’m getting a back rub for that amount of money, nobody should be touching me.
Most of the staff was pretty pleasant- they had issues bringing food out, but certainly didn’t have issues clearing the table. I don’t know if they were understaffed, but at $125 per person, figure it out.
And also, cheap disposable chopsticks?! (I don’t really care, but it’s $125 per person).
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Exceptional incentive food, attentive service and a great relaxed but upbeat vibe. I’ll return here again and again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Where did omakase, and the second half of the tasting menu was much slower than the first half. The Service was otherwise very good, and our server was knowledgeable about the food and the wine.
Food was OUTSTANDING! A little pricey for the amount of food provided, but still worth it. The nigiri / sashimi selection was fantastic. Great spot!
Unfortunately, there appears to be a lack of leadership and coordination in the restaurant. The meal took an unusually long time, primarily due to an inefficient service model at the sushi counter. Rather than handing dishes directly to guests seated in front of them, the chefs placed finished plates in a service window to await a server — even when the guests were just a foot away. This unnecessary step resulted in dishes sitting in the window, losing quality and temperature, before being walked over a mere 12 inches by a server. Several of our courses sat untouched in front of us on the counter for extended periods, waiting for a server to notice them. In an omakase setting, this lack of direct interaction and engagement from the chefs significantly diminished the experience. To add to the frustration, a mandatory 20% gratuity was applied — as noted on their website — yet the service received did not come close to warranting that level of tip. For a premium dining experience, the lack of attentiveness, hospitality, and direct service undermined the value entirely. Additionally, the way the menu is marketed is misleading. The experience is described as having 20 courses, but in reality, several individual bites from the same plate — such as a small sashimi sampler — were each counted as separate courses. In a more accurate and transparent presentation, this should be described as 20 curated bites rather than 20 courses. For a traditional omakase — especially one that includes composed dishes beyond just nigiri — guests reasonably expect a more thoughtfully defined progression. While the flavors themselves were generally enjoyable, the lack of service, misleading menu language, and absence of any meaningful interaction with the chefs led to a disappointing and drawn-out evening — especially considering how few other guests were in the restaurant.
Restaurantji Recommends
One of the best sushi joints in Chicago, and specifically the Lincoln Park area. The food is delicious and service is great. Shout out to Hellen who always treat us like we are home! ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We arrived for our reservation on time only to be told there were no available tables in the main restaurant and that we would need to sit at the front. We agreed reluctantly assuming this was our only option. Unfortunately this area was not at all what we expected. It was loud distracting and felt more like a waiting room than part of the actual dining experience.
What made it worse was watching group after group walk in after us and be seated in the back in the proper dining area. About 15 minutes after we were seated a couple with no reservation arrived and was taken straight to the main section. When we politely asked the hostess if we could be moved we were met with rudeness and dismissiveness.
It was disheartening to be the only table kept out front the entire night. We had dressed up and were genuinely excited for a special date night only to be made to feel like an afterthought. The front area simply does not compare to the ambiance or atmosphere of the main dining room. It is not what we came for and certainly not what we were paying for. We feel like we did not get the experience we paid for.
If this happens to you ask to wait for a proper table. Do not settle like we did. A night out should feel special. This just felt disappointing
As always, such an incredible experience. Service top-notch, cocktails delicious, food ... beyond.
The service really went above & beyond for us. Food was great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
great onakase experience —good value too. servers were attentive and helpful, the restaurant is bustling but beautiful . we loved it
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