50 Best Sushi Bars in Chicago

“We enjoyed everything whatever we ordered“

“Very top tier Japanese Restaurant in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood. Fresh food, fresh, delicious, world class chef, and an evening to remember.“

“Greet for groups with many different tastes“

“Amazing freshest sushi , best in the town , great service , and nice ambiance.“

“The food is delicious and the drinks are great!! The atmosphere was amazing!!“

“1st omakase and was so much fun for the both of us! The sushi itself was unique and exciting but the service takes the cake. It seemed like the entire staff was very comfortable and each other and all worked toward creating the best possible experience for us. When a promos running you can't beat the cost to quality ratio.“

“Absolutely incredible. I do not have a single bad thing to say about my experience. Every single bite was better than the last. Hats off to Chefs Patrick and Andrew for knocking it out of the park. I cannot wait to return!“

“Wonderful service and excellent rolls!! Overall great experience“

“We loved the experience at Sushi by Scratch. PJ guided a beautiful night with his Japanese whisky and cocktail selection. The space is unique as a true speakeasy 20 feet below ground.

The chef-curated sushi was a 10/10. It was an unforgettable dining experience.“

“Creative veg based menus, gourmet flavors- must try. As a person with food allergies, I have to thoroughly laud Planta Queen for their magnificent labeling. Every time I come here, I let them know about a coconut allergy, and they bring me a menu with items crossed off that I cannot have or circled that I can. This is So helpful. I can gratefully enjoy their absolutely one of a kind sushi selections fully confident that I won't be served anything I am allergic to. Planta Queen also does an excellent job with special occasion/holiday menus. We just happened to stop in on Mother's day and were treated to a special menu, once again made aware of what options we could have that were allergen safe. The dishes just kept coming out and they were all so delicious. My personal favorites, red dragon roll, and the cesar salad. But really, I'd eat any of their sushi all day long. It is so good! The one dessert I can have is a cookie, which is ok as far as giant chocolate chip cookies go. I'm not a fan of the rectangular chunks of salt that it is topped with, but maybe it can be ordered without.“

“Really good and fresh sushi at great prices. Love this place.“

“Delicious food and fabulous service!“

“Wow, amazing lunch, just amazing!❤️😃“

“The service from the Gold Coast staff! Chef non was spectacular he paid extra attention and took the time to interact with the entire group. Tashon, Chelsea, and Roger were amazing and super fun to have dined with this night!! Highly recommended for everyone“

“30 years I’ve been going to Sai Cafe. Quality has never changed. Always the best.“

“Did the full-on omakase, and it was a treat. The limited seating brings an air of simplicity and elegance to the dinner. Each piece had its own explanation, and there was give-and-take with the chef as he prepared each course. It was fun and entertaining, and I would absolutely bring my friends/family here the next time an opportunity arises.“

“Had such a lovely experience at Omakase Room—it was truly a one-of-a-kind fine dining experience. I visited in the spring, and every course was absolutely delightful. The intimate atmosphere made the meal feel even more special, and the service was exceptional from start to finish. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable sushi experience!🌟“

“the best sushi in chicago 😍 everything super delicious and very good service, 🥰“

“Takibi is a fantastic addition to the neighborhood that consistently delivers high-quality, flavorful, and beautifully prepared dishes that make every visit a truly enjoyable culinary experience. It is clear that the team here is passionate about their craft, as the food is consistently fresh, expertly seasoned, and presented with great care. I place an incredibly high premium on kitchen cleanliness and dining area maintenance, and I am consistently impressed by how tidy, well-organized, and professionally kept this space is—it creates a pristine, comfortable, and welcoming environment that allows you to fully enjoy your meal without any distractions. The staff is friendly, efficient, and does a wonderful job of providing attentive, professional service. If you are looking for a reliable, top-tier dining experience that prioritizes both culinary excellence and the highest standards of cleanliness, I cannot recommend Takibi highly enough!“

“We’ve been supporters of Tamu since day one, and my wife and I keep coming back for a reason. It consistently delivers.
The omakase in the back is one of the best combinations of quality and value in Chicago. It’s an approachable way to experience genuinely high-quality omakase without the price tag of some of the city’s much more expensive options.
The HandRoll Bar is excellent too. Fresh, creative, beautifully executed, and consistently good.
I honestly don’t understand why Tamu is sometimes so easy to get into. We’ve been to the other hand roll bars around Chicago, and this deserves to be every bit as popular, if not more.
Great food, great value, great experience. Every single time.“

“I discovered this place online about a year ago and have been a repeat customer ever since. I've done a lot of exploring on their menu and have never been disappointed. Everything is fresh, flavorful & delicious. I'm no foodie, but I know these guys keep me coming back. AND their delivery packing is so freaking adorable!! It may sound silly, but the bag and boxes the food comes in is so well done and elevates the at home experience.
Guess where I ordering dinner from tonight?“

“First off they’re delicious and super quick with the food, very friendly wait staff too! The price point is fantastic as well! Can’t wait to go back!“

“Alexis was our omakase chef and he was amazing! The food itself was really great and fresh with unique toppings- specifically the king salmon, sweet shrimp, and otoro. Alexis was also super friendly and provided us with an extra piece of sushi (because it was our first time trying uno and I wasn’t the biggest fan) to make up for it! 10/10 on all fronts“

“Great, good service good food, no complaints“

“Ana was so great! We would come back and request her!!! The Michigan ave location is iconic but employees like Ana make it even better. Thanks Beni and ANA.“

“100 o/o recomended and friendly ☺️super yummy 🤤“

“Amazing food!! Love!! It’s the best“

“Impeccable service. Friendly staff. Delicious gin“

“I tried Ekiben for the first time after driving by the other day. I ordered a roll and donburi to go and immediately loved them seeing that the food came in paper container, not plastic! Both rolls and donburi were excellent. I’d definitely recommend this place to anyone who likes Japanese food!“

“Best sushi! Friendly service!“

“Amazing sushi... unique offerings, and ultra delicious. i seriously think about my next visit waaaay too much...“

“Crab Rangoon and chicken satay was great.
I couldn't decide between pad ke mao and panag curry, they had a panang wide noodle hybrid dish but it was more like thin panang soup Instead of A stir fry. I wouldn't order it again.
Service was great.“

“The sushi was amazing, it tasted so fresh, and the staff was really friendly too!! Loved the presentation for each roll we ordered, it was beautiful!!“

“This BYOB sushi spot is awesome, very modest, super fast service with affordable prices for all the artists out here! The sushi has more filling than just a ton of rice packed around it & the miso soup is stellar. They provide complimentary cucumber water which is super refreshing in the summertime. I came here during prime time Saturday evening and it was VERY chill. If you’re in Bridgeport I highly recommend! I love supporting businesses that value both good food & good service. I will be back for sure!“

“Had an absolutely wonderful dinner at this sushi spot in Oak Park. The fish was super fresh, each plate looked like a little piece of art. The service was warm and attentive. The whole space was relaxing and welcoming. Definitely going back with friends for more great sushi. Byob too which helps the wallet.“

“Walked in on a Wednesday to grab a quick bite around 3pm and the store was mostly empty except for another party. There’s a kiosk if you want to order push-up style rolls, but you can just grab a tray and tongs for the sushi by weight.

I think the sushi quality is just fine, but the benefit is that you get to choose how much you want of everything, and you can keep a small portion size. We got a few different things just to try them, but they had a limited variety and a few of the ones that sounded good were not available. I guess we came at a random time, but I was hoping we could try out a bigger variety. Some were way too saucy, and some did not have enough sauce. Was a bit worried about the open air plates, and didn’t notice if the sushi was on ice or anything, so I was slightly concerned that it wasn’t cold enough for the fish.

Nice that you can get a pack of ginger. Decently priced per pound! We got $13 worth of sushi and were both satisfied with the amount of food.

Fine for what they give you (don’t expect high quality sushi), and close to the bean for a quick lunch to sit with at the park. Convenient and does the job!“

“The best omakase experience I have ever had. The wine/sake pairing was perfection, the staff are welcoming and knowledgeable, the chefs are outstanding. The food is stunning and delectable of the highest quality. There are not enough superlatives or adjectives to express how much I enjoyed my meal and the entire experience.“

“The best crab cakes I’ve had. Loved the atmosphere and the food was fantastic!! Absolutely recommend this all day, every day!“

“First time at the division location! Good food awesome flavors & nice staff! Definitely coming back to this location 🫶“

“The dining experience was amazing! My colleague and I visited Evie while attending a conference, based on a recommendation from our hotel concierge. Hats off to the chef—the food was amazing. We sampled several dishes and started with a glass of Jacques Sancerre. The lobster roll was perfectly seasoned, the signature sushi roll was delicious, and the smoked carrots were outstanding. We finished with the wild berry sorbet, which was another delight. Our window seat overlooking Michigan Avenue made the experience even more memorable.“

“Delicious food. Great variety of sushi, beautifully plated. Great service as well.“

“Best Sushi Restaurant on the planet. Not only was all the food superior than any other Sushi restaurant I've been to. My family and I had a feast.(I mean all the food was good). Very reasonable prices as well. The most astonishing fact about this restaurant was the host (Quam) his amazing knowledge of food and customer service was unlike any other. The Ice cream desert was mind blowing. You don't have to take my word for it, but I guarantee you, you won't find another Sushi restaurant in the city of Chicago as good this one. The ambiance of this establishment is very warm and pleasant. I highly recommend this place for family gatherings, and with people you want to share a special food feast with. It's pure laughter and joy. Thank you Quam for your kind recommendations on food selections. My family and I had the time of our lives, as if we were on vacation. Thank you! "Fresh Shushi Chicago" is a gift to eating out.“

“California man says Yes, and highly recommend here“

“"Outstanding food and presentation. The service was fantastic, especially from the hostess“

“The Sushi was fresh, the flavors were bold and the rice was fluffy. Will be back for sure and the staff was so friendly and welcoming.“

“Highly recommended👍 delicious“

“Over the years, Indie Cafe has been amazingly kind and thoughtful in their service, and their food preparations and presentations always go above and beyond all of my expectations. From quadruple-checking whether or not a menu item is gluten-free, to recommending the best wine/sake pairings for an entrée, their staff have always ensured that I've left their restaurant knowing that I was appreciated as a customer. And welcomed as a friend. Maya is hands-down one of the most excellent servers I've had the pleasure of dining with. She always goes above and beyond with her level of professionalism and attention, and her personality is lovely as well! Given the quality of their sashimi, the creativity behind their menu, and the warmth in their hearts? I look forward to dining with them for many years to come.“

“I dined at Neko Sushi and tried their tuna and avocado fried rolls, and they are the reason I’ve already been back three times in the past two weeks since finding this neighborhood gem. My fiancé ordered the shrimp in a blanket and they were perfectly crispy and packed with flavor. I had the ramen both times and it was absolutely delicious. My fiancé tried the pad thai with shrimp on one visit and the basil shrimp fried rice on another, and both dishes were full of flavor and so satisfying. Neko Sushi has quickly become one of our favorites. Everything we’ve tried has been consistently fresh and tasty. Oh and they are BYOB!“

“I brought my 13 year old daughter here for our 1st time and we ordered 16 sushi balls. They were all amazing and super fresh! I would recommend this place to anyone! The price is absolutely right! The staff were friendly and ordering was super easy. I can’t wait to come back!“

“This is one of my favorite places ever, for a succulent , mouthwatering , epic , divine , romantic , dining experience suitable for everyday or very special events . Very romantic , intimate atmosphere .The steaks will transport you to another dimension . The staff is very professional , yet warm , welcoming , very attentive and devoted to making sure you are taken care of . An exquisite sensory experience ,engaging all of the senses , and exceeding my expectations in spades .“