this is hands down the best sushi restaurant in the chicago area. the new location is beautifully decorated with an interior stone wall and outdoor seating. the food was specially designed and prepared so it looked as good as it tasted. my new go to japanese restaurant for every special occasion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bobby Messano
We arrived close to closing time, but the staff accommodated us. My gf, got back from Japan last week and the food was as great as anything in Tokyo. (She's been there 5 times) I'm sure the staff wasn't super happy about our late dinner, but we appreciated them. A fabulous restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nancy S
They have big menu for sushi and great interior space
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Gunawan Witarsa
Very good foods. It is fresh and delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Portnoy
Not as good as I remember it in the old location.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Donald Geldernick
Forget Sai Cafe, we went to Dee's famous china restaurant. Always good. Service was focused on French style service. Great!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stewart Shankman
Amazing sushi and dining atmosphere. Staff (and owner in particular) were top notch and very welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cory Martinson
We brought our teenage kids here on our way through Lincoln park as this was our second date 21 years ago. Fabulous food and service…. STILL after so many years. It says a lot to stay in business for 39 years. Highly recommend!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aleksandra Matic
I've been to Sai Cafe many times and I always sit by myself at the bar. I frequently see other solo women dining at the bar and I even notice a few who must be regulars. There are also always groups at the tables, but I like to run in and have a bite before my appointments on Halsted or Armitage. They are always so friendly. The food it outstanding. I always opt for the sushi or sashimi and it is always extremely fresh and tasty. I always have a sauvignon blanc, as well. I do have a severe shellfish allergy and they always take care to mention to the chef. It is very clean, as well. I highly recommend Sai Cafe and will be back again and again!
Loud, crowded and long wait times for seating and food. Not site if we arrived at the wrong time on a Thursday, but I called ahead for estimated wait time, arrived around then, waited another 25 min and finally sat down. The noise level was so loud could not hear the people across from me, not comfortable. Also waited a long while for the food to come out and even longer for the check. I personally wouldn't come back, but give it a try and choose for yourself
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Sophia
Sai Cafe has been a staple in the Lincoln Park neighborhood for many years. There’s a reason it’s still here and that’s because the food, drinks and service are impeccable. One of my favorite restaurants. The sashimi assortment and spicy tuna crunch rolls are my favorite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy White Tuna Crunch
Wesam taleb agha
The service was absolutely great and the owner catered to our no alcohol restriction and overall the food was amazing. I really recommend. 😍😍
rob fischer
Delicious sushi and other Japanese cuisine. Very friendly and accommodating for children too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kent Dougherty
Been dining here for over 12 years. Great sushi and atmosphere.
Kid-friendliness: Wouldn't recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dragon Maki, Rainbow Roll, Avocado Roll
Bad service
this is hands down the best sushi restaurant in the chicago area. the new location is beautifully decorated with an interior stone wall and outdoor seating. the food was specially designed and prepared so it looked as good as it tasted. my new go to japanese restaurant for every special occasion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We arrived close to closing time, but the staff accommodated us. My gf, got back from Japan last week and the food was as great as anything in Tokyo. (She's been there 5 times) I'm sure the staff wasn't super happy about our late dinner, but we appreciated them. A fabulous restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They have big menu for sushi and great interior space
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Very good foods. It is fresh and delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not as good as I remember it in the old location.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Forget Sai Cafe, we went to Dee's famous china restaurant. Always good. Service was focused on French style service. Great!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing sushi and dining atmosphere. Staff (and owner in particular) were top notch and very welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We brought our teenage kids here on our way through Lincoln park as this was our second date 21 years ago. Fabulous food and service…. STILL after so many years. It says a lot to stay in business for 39 years. Highly recommend!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've been to Sai Cafe many times and I always sit by myself at the bar. I frequently see other solo women dining at the bar and I even notice a few who must be regulars. There are also always groups at the tables, but I like to run in and have a bite before my appointments on Halsted or Armitage. They are always so friendly. The food it outstanding. I always opt for the sushi or sashimi and it is always extremely fresh and tasty. I always have a sauvignon blanc, as well. I do have a severe shellfish allergy and they always take care to mention to the chef. It is very clean, as well. I highly recommend Sai Cafe and will be back again and again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Loud, crowded and long wait times for seating and food. Not site if we arrived at the wrong time on a Thursday, but I called ahead for estimated wait time, arrived around then, waited another 25 min and finally sat down. The noise level was so loud could not hear the people across from me, not comfortable. Also waited a long while for the food to come out and even longer for the check. I personally wouldn't come back, but give it a try and choose for yourself
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Sai Cafe has been a staple in the Lincoln Park neighborhood for many years. There’s a reason it’s still here and that’s because the food, drinks and service are impeccable. One of my favorite restaurants. The sashimi assortment and spicy tuna crunch rolls are my favorite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy White Tuna Crunch
The service was absolutely great and the owner catered to our no alcohol restriction and overall the food was amazing. I really recommend. 😍😍
Delicious sushi and other Japanese cuisine. Very friendly and accommodating for children too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Been dining here for over 12 years. Great sushi and atmosphere.
Kid-friendliness: Wouldn't recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dragon Maki, Rainbow Roll, Avocado Roll
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