I had a fantastic meal and experience at Ora. Dalbert and his team go out of their way to create a great experience all around. The quality of the fish, expertise of the chef and balance of flavors was beyond exceptional. Truly a restaurant that takes pride in their craft and stands behind their excellence. Ora is an absolute gem. I highly recommend it!
Rob Bunting
Love the atmosphere at the new location. Tasty sashimi.
Beth Harrison
Outstanding sushi, some of the best I've had ever. I will be back!
Danny Maller
I beg you to get the Oyster Motoyaki.
Nick Watt
This place is a solid sushi spot but not the best I've ever had in Chicago. The sushi was good not great, the vibes were good and the prices were fair, albeit a bit high (IMO).
Livia Oliveira
If I could give Ora more than five stars, I absolutely would! This restaurant serves some of the most incredible Japanese cuisine I have ever had, and without a doubt, it is the best sushi I’ve eaten since arriving in the United States. I’ve tried many places, but none compare to the freshness, quality, and artistry of their sushi.
The chef—whose name I regret forgetting—is absolutely phenomenal. His dedication to delivering an exceptional culinary experience is evident in every bite. The entire team is responsible, attentive, and committed to excellence, ensuring that each dish is not just food, but an experience.
The atmosphere at Ora is warm and inviting, with a simple yet cozy setting that makes you feel at home. One of the best perks? They allow you to bring your own drinks, which makes the experience even more enjoyable.
Ora isn’t just a sushi restaurant—it’s a place that truly honors Japanese cuisine with precision, care, and authenticity. If you’re in the Chicago area and love sushi, this is the place to go. It has become my absolute favorite spot for Japanese food, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience!
Austin Bell
One of my favorite sushi spots in Chicago! The salmon belly cut is amazing.
Nicole Marinas
A truly indulgent contemporary sushi place. The rolls at Ora are so creative and full of texture. Highly recommend the following: - baked oyster with egg custard, so garlicky - Kani roll, has a surprising taste of lemon to compliment the crab
BYOB with a charge per person, not too bad.
Itgelt Purevjargal
Exceptional sushi with top-quality ingredients. The chef really knows their craft, and the atmosphere is perfect for a relaxing meal. Highly recommend!
Manja Petrov
This sushi spot has a lot going for it—our server was absolutely adorable and provided delightful service, making us feel welcome and taken care of. The ambiance was chic, with a vibe that’s perfect for a night out. The food, while good, didn’t quite blow me away. The sushi rolls were solid, but nothing truly memorable. We tried four rolls, and while the flavors were enjoyable, some elements didn’t quite hit the mark. For instance, the Surf ‘n’ Turf roll had a sauce that didn’t wow me, and the pairing of ribeye with shrimp tempura felt a bit mismatched. The oyster motoyaki was flavorful, but the texture wasn’t my favorite— too slimy for my palate. As for the wasabi tale roll, it was very good but stopped short of being amazing. The salmon tataki was less impressive than the wasabi tale, though the Sakana roll stood out as the highlight of the meal. Prices felt a bit inflated for the overall experience, which was nice but not exceptional. While I’m glad I gave it a try, I’m not certain I’d return. For me, it was a good, one-time experience that didn’t quite justify the cost.
I’ve been coming here for years it’s my favorite sushi joint in the city especially the oyster motoyaki the best ever!! The staff is phenomenal, they are warm and welcoming highly recommend checking them out for some great sushi.
Michael Clark
The spicy salmon maki is INCREDIBLE. Easily in my top 3 rolls I’ve ever had - and I’ve had A LOT of sushi rolls. I’d go back just to eat this again. Everything else was solid too. The service was great, and the chef behind the counter made sure everything was excellent.
Ryan McGowan
Really outstanding. Probably some of the best sushi I’ve had anywhere. The spicy salmon is a must (sorry no pic of that).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nigiri, Surf and Turf Roll
Ryan
Really outstanding. Probably some of the best sushi I’ve had anywhere. The spicy salmon is a must (sorry no pic of that).
Tenzin Dawa
Our favorite sushi restaurant in the neighborhood. For rolls I highly recommend Sakana, salmon Tatani and scallop volcano ? Also a great place for date night. They’re byob ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Miso Soup, Salmon Sashimi, Scallop Volcano Roll, Oyster Motoyaki, Nigiri, Surf and Turf Roll
I had a fantastic meal and experience at Ora. Dalbert and his team go out of their way to create a great experience all around. The quality of the fish, expertise of the chef and balance of flavors was beyond exceptional. Truly a restaurant that takes pride in their craft and stands behind their excellence. Ora is an absolute gem. I highly recommend it!
Love the atmosphere at the new location. Tasty sashimi.
Outstanding sushi, some of the best I've had ever. I will be back!
I beg you to get the Oyster Motoyaki.
This place is a solid sushi spot but not the best I've ever had in Chicago. The sushi was good not great, the vibes were good and the prices were fair, albeit a bit high (IMO).
If I could give Ora more than five stars, I absolutely would! This restaurant serves some of the most incredible Japanese cuisine I have ever had, and without a doubt, it is the best sushi I’ve eaten since arriving in the United States. I’ve tried many places, but none compare to the freshness, quality, and artistry of their sushi.
The chef—whose name I regret forgetting—is absolutely phenomenal. His dedication to delivering an exceptional culinary experience is evident in every bite. The entire team is responsible, attentive, and committed to excellence, ensuring that each dish is not just food, but an experience.
The atmosphere at Ora is warm and inviting, with a simple yet cozy setting that makes you feel at home. One of the best perks? They allow you to bring your own drinks, which makes the experience even more enjoyable.
Ora isn’t just a sushi restaurant—it’s a place that truly honors Japanese cuisine with precision, care, and authenticity. If you’re in the Chicago area and love sushi, this is the place to go. It has become my absolute favorite spot for Japanese food, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience!
One of my favorite sushi spots in Chicago! The salmon belly cut is amazing.
A truly indulgent contemporary sushi place. The rolls at Ora are so creative and full of texture. Highly recommend the following:
- baked oyster with egg custard, so garlicky
- Kani roll, has a surprising taste of lemon to compliment the crab
BYOB with a charge per person, not too bad.
Exceptional sushi with top-quality ingredients. The chef really knows their craft, and the atmosphere is perfect for a relaxing meal. Highly recommend!
This sushi spot has a lot going for it—our server was absolutely adorable and provided delightful service, making us feel welcome and taken care of. The ambiance was chic, with a vibe that’s perfect for a night out.
The food, while good, didn’t quite blow me away. The sushi rolls were solid, but nothing truly memorable. We tried four rolls, and while the flavors were enjoyable, some elements didn’t quite hit the mark. For instance, the Surf ‘n’ Turf roll had a sauce that didn’t wow me, and the pairing of ribeye with shrimp tempura felt a bit mismatched.
The oyster motoyaki was flavorful, but the texture wasn’t my favorite— too slimy for my palate. As for the wasabi tale roll, it was very good but stopped short of being amazing. The salmon tataki was less impressive than the wasabi tale, though the Sakana roll stood out as the highlight of the meal.
Prices felt a bit inflated for the overall experience, which was nice but not exceptional. While I’m glad I gave it a try, I’m not certain I’d return. For me, it was a good, one-time experience that didn’t quite justify the cost.
Restaurantji Recommends
I’ve been coming here for years it’s my favorite sushi joint in the city especially the oyster motoyaki the best ever!! The staff is phenomenal, they are warm and welcoming highly recommend checking them out for some great sushi.
The spicy salmon maki is INCREDIBLE. Easily in my top 3 rolls I’ve ever had - and I’ve had A LOT of sushi rolls. I’d go back just to eat this again. Everything else was solid too. The service was great, and the chef behind the counter made sure everything was excellent.
Really outstanding. Probably some of the best sushi I’ve had anywhere. The spicy salmon is a must (sorry no pic of that).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nigiri, Surf and Turf Roll
Really outstanding. Probably some of the best sushi I’ve had anywhere. The spicy salmon is a must (sorry no pic of that).
Our favorite sushi restaurant in the neighborhood. For rolls I highly recommend Sakana, salmon Tatani and scallop volcano ?
Also a great place for date night. They’re byob ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Miso Soup, Salmon Sashimi, Scallop Volcano Roll, Oyster Motoyaki, Nigiri, Surf and Turf Roll
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