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.“

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

“Greet for groups with many different tastes“

“Wow. It's simply impossible that fine dining could be this fantastic. Tashon, Jens, and Jackie rolled out the red carpet so amazingly, you would have thought our last name was Bou. Sebastian behind the counter was simply breathtaking. We've had omakase at some of the world's leading places in Miami, in Seattle, in NYC, and Tokyo, led by folks who were trained by one of the global icons, and I have to say that Sebastian's ability to create absolutely new and inventive tastes and flavors - while adhering to simple and gorgeous presentations - was simply unmatched. While Sebastian was working his magic, the rest of the team was working hard to make sure every other part of the experience was simply flawless. Water? Always full. Cocktails? We were always asked about how we enjoyed each one well before each was empty, by the expert mixologist who was able to explain the difference between how American mint and Japanese mint can enhance the flavor of certain beverages. Plates? Cleared instantly. Feedback welcomed by the chef? Absolutely. The energy level is not “watch me make your next item while the brightly lit room cowers in awkward silence” - like so many high end omakase spots. This experience is more like “Do you want to be sad when your dinner ends because you don't know when you're ever going to feel this happy with a meal?” There's so much more I could say, including how the effective background evening vibes by Utah's legendary DJ Ta-Salmon made us want to sing each employee's praises. As MJB once said, it truly feels like this team is a family, and it was a Family Affair. Concluding, let me say what MJB would - when you go to Sushi by Bou at Fulton Market - Leave your stress (and hunger) at the door, so when you step inside, you'll see what's in store. Sigh... I know every review is supposed to have one “constructive critique”, but we can't find a single flaw in our entire experience. Thank you, Sushi by Bao team!“

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

“We stayed at the hotel and saw that this place had great reviews. We love sushi and have never had an omakase experience, so we went all out. Every piece was amazing! The staff was kind and the drinks were great too! We would definitely do this again!“

“We were lucky to get the best seats in the Omakase Room right in front of the chefs. Chef Michael was fantastic, explaining everything in each dish. He really took the evening from fantastic to absolutely phenomenal. Shout out to the rest of the staff, too, who expertly recommended beverage pairings and provided such excellent service.“

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

“Sushi by Scratch was by the far the best sushi I’ve had in my life! My husband surprised me with this incredible dinner for my bday and it was beyond memorable. The sushi was mouth watering and very bite had so much flavor. The chefs were also wonderful. Highly recommend!!“

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

“The food here was delicious!! I’ve done a few omakases, but this was hands down one of the best. Just looking at the sushi you could tell it was high quality. They also cut generous pieces of all the fish.

Mugi was our chef of the night and fantastic. He answered all our questions and made sure we satisfied throughout.“

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

“My husband and I decided to try this restaurant, and we were absolutely impressed! It quickly became one of our favorite sushi spots in Chicago. The service was excellent, the place was super clean and cozy, and our food arrived really fast. Everything tasted amazing fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. We were genuinely surprised by the quality and overall experience. Definitely a must-try restaurant trust me, it might become one of your favorites too!“

“Delicious food and fabulous service!“

“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!“

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

“I love Takibi and have been coming here for a few years. Living right around the corner helps of course. It’s a small and simple yet quality restaurant and you can tell the owners are passionate about sushi and giving customers a good experience. The food is always so delicious and I love that they’re BYOB. It’s the best place for a date night and a bottle of wine or to take a couple of friends to catch up.“

“อารหารอร่อยไปอุดหนุนกันนะคะ ลองชิมดูจะคุ้มแค่ไปหน“

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

“Great food and great prices.“

“Delish and very fresh! So yummy!“

“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.“

“This is absolutely my new favorite handroll spot in chicago. Run - don’t walk. Go before this secret is out.

Every single roll on the menu is delicious. Favorites are the salmon skin and the smoked specialty toro. Dessert is delicious as well. It’s a great restaurant for a date, night out with a friend, dining by yourself. The handroll bar is a great spot to post up.“

“Great, good service good food, no complaints“

“What you want from more of an upscale vegan place. Went in very hungry and tried a lot of things. Don’t sleep on the broccoli appetizer—that was my favorite dish. The ramen was my least favorite—would try a different main next time. It is pricier, but the value for money feels right. We got a ton of dishes and drinks and our bill was under $200 for two people. We didn’t need to order as much as we did, but I only visit Chicago occasionally so it was a treat.“

“My 1st time going so I tried almost everything. I had the raw & cooked sushi. The raw was very fresh. The only thing I didn’t like was the taste of the ginger, left strange taste after eating. Other than that it was quick and easy process, no 1 rushes You to decide what You want to pick. Only about 10 seats all lined up in front of window so Unless You plan to sit & eat quickly just get it to go. They have different size trays so You decide how much You want“

“So much to love. Many tasty options and it's BYOB!“

“Its my 4th time there and I just LoVe it 😍“

“Impeccable service. Friendly staff. Delicious gin“

“This is a review for Ekiben Catering!

I really wanted to have Japanese food (specifically Onigiri) for a Studio Ghibli-themed baby shower, and reached out to several local restaurants. Ekiben was by far the most responsive and fairly priced!

Shasha was lovely and helped explain the prices and option recommendations. We opted to have the food delivered, and it was delivered exactly on time. Thank you so much! Everyone loved the food!“

“Some of the best sushi my girlfriend and I have had in Chicago. Never had a bad meal!“

“Excellent sushi in Lincoln Park. Staff is fabulous. We were treated like gold in the back cocktail room. A hidden gem!“

“Best sushi! Friendly service!“

“DELICIOUS SUSHI. Fresh, fast and good.“

“The first time we came here we loved the entire experience including the service. The second time we brought friends and the food was just as good, but it was significantly busier and it was clear that the staff were not able to keep up. Rarely was our table bussed and glasses of wine took ~ 15 minutes. Fortunately they comped the late glasses of wine and as mentioned- food was great and it did arrive/spaced out as it should have. I hope they continue to do well, but I also hope they figure out the service situation. We will definitely be back again!“

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

“Delicious food. Wonderful service.“

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

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

“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.“

“I came by for the lunch special recommended by a friend and it’s 3 rolls, 2 pieces of sushi, and miso soup for 15 if you dine in! I like that the amount of rice they use is less most other places so I can actually taste the other ingredients. Their sweet potato tempura is nice and crisp when eaten fresh. Will come back“

“Voor de 5e keer hier gegeten. Heerlijke pokebowl en sushi. Ruime keus.“

“This was a wildly delicious meal. Inventive but also traditional. The food itself was the star, but every other aspect of the meal was also great. It felt like a dinner party at friend’s house. The atmosphere was convivial with the chef explaining the food and answering questions from the diners with everyone in the room being able to hear. The single waiter, Jose, was also a delight. I would return here in a heartbeat despite the price tag.“

“Best Japanese food in Chicago“

“Hands down, this was most incredible dining experience I've had the pleasure of tasting in my life. My husband was able to reserve a table for us same day, and while we waited to be seated in the sushi bar at the back, we were served a couple of delicious cocktails. Once seated, the real magic began!

I have never tasted such unique creations before. Each bite was exquisite, each fish's unique flavors complimented but not overwhelmed by the incredibly fresh ingredients atop each piece, expertly crafted and delightfully arranged. Omakase can be a bit of an intimidating experience, especially if you are not sure what you are getting. It can be an experiment in trust. I can say that after the first bite of sushi, the tartare, I wholeheartedly trusted whatever Chef Marcos wanted to put on my plate!

The sushi chefs were so talented and so friendly, answering all our questions about the food and more. I felt I got to know Chef Marcos in particular, who was both skilled, well traveled, and wicked fun to talk to. He even delighted me by speaking a bit of Vietnamese, which I found impressive and charming in equal amounts.

I cannot say enough about how mind-blowing this dining experience was. If I am ever back in Chicago, you can bet I will be back again to enjoy what new creations Chef Marcos has in store for the season.

Dietary restrictions: It is also of note that my husband has a shellfish allergy, and all chefs were incredibly careful in accommodating my husband's allergy, subbing out ingredients so that he wouldn't miss out on anything. I found their care and attention to detail to his allergy be very impressive, and I'm sure anyone with any dietary restrictions will find them equally accommodating. Just let them know when you make the reservation.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“Rock Wrap & Roll absolutely deserves 5 stars. The crab Rangoon is on a whole different level—super crispy on the outside, perfectly creamy and flavorful on the inside, and you can actually taste the crab, not just cream cheese. It’s the kind of appetizer you think you’ll share, then end up keeping for yourself. Everything came out hot, fresh, and fast, and the staff was really friendly and attentive. I’ll definitely be back, and I’m ordering the crab Rangoon every single time.“