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Arami

1829 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

A creative and contemporary sushi and Japanese kitchen. Relax and enjoy in the garden-like atmosphere.

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village

Bento Box

2246 W Armitage Ave
Chicago, 60647

Bucktown’s Bento Box offers incredibly flavorful Asian fusion dishes, including ala carte and prix-fixe options. in a cozy, upbeat space.

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: Bucktown

Chi Tung

9560 S. Kedzie
Evergreen Park, IL 60805

Chi Tung Restaurant serves a full menu of Chinese, Thai, and Japanese favorites. Their dedication to authenticity, freshness, and quality gives Chi Tung their well-deserved reputation, rivaling other establishments from Lincoln Park to Chinatown.

Cuisine: Japanese, Thai, Chinese, Asian | Neighborhood: Evergreen Park

Kai Zan

2557 W. Chicago
Chicago, IL 60622

Kai Zan offers artfully crafted, fresh sushi in a comfortable atmosphere. You will find some unexpected ingredients and phenomenal uni and oyster shooters. The staff is very helpful and knowledgeable.     

Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi | Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

Midori

3310 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue
Chicago, IL 60659

At Midori, the food is as healthy as it is fresh. There are private rooms for large parties, plus private karaoke!

Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi | Neighborhood: North Park

Mirai

2020 W. Division
Chicago, IL 60622

Mirai Sushi's sleek & lively setting combines modern elegance with a twinge of funk while introducing a modern approval to Japanese cuisine. The menu juxtaposes traditional Japanese selections with a variety of ingredients from other cultures to create a diverse experience.

Cuisine: Japanese, Asian | Neighborhood: Wicker Park / Bucktown

Mitsuwa Marketplace

100 E. Algonquin Road
Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Mitsuwa Marketplace Chicago was established in 1991, in Arlington Heights, a suburb of Chicago. To this date, Mitsuwa is the largest Japanese grocery store in the Midwest and also known as "The Mall of Japan". Open 365 days a year! This allows them to serve everyone who is interested in high quality Japanese grocery.

Cuisine: Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Asian | Neighborhood: Arlington Heights

Momotaro

820 W Lake Street
Chicago, IL 60607

Focused on personal service and tight execution, Momotaro mixes modern Japanese with traditional culture. Everything from food to drink is designed to elevate your dining experience.

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: West Loop

Roka Akor

456 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60654

Sleek Japanese steakhouse and sushi, with a wood-fired robata grill as the centerpiece of a vibrant, intimate space.

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: River North

Sankyu

1176 S. Elmhurst Rd.
Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Sankyu serves up authentic Japanese sushi, ramen and yakisoba. Dishes are meant to be shared.

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: Mount Prospect

Sushi Kushi Toyo

825 S. Waukegan Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045

Good sushi and maki at a reasonable price are served in a small dining room. This spin-off of Lake Forest's Sushi Kushi Tokyo also serves a variety of traditional Japanese items.

Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi, Asian | Neighborhood: Lake Forest

Union Sushi

230 W. Erie Street
Chicago, IL 60654

Not your average sushi restaurant, Union Sushi offers a wide selection of robata grill menu items and unique meats, as well as their own unusual house sushi. The vibe is electric, chic and very modern. 

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: River North

Wakamono

3313 N. Broadway St.
Chicago, IL 60657

Wakamono offers a traditional Japanese menu that emphasizes a high standard for the art and flavor of the cuisine. Sushi rolls, sashimi, tempora, and ramen dishes are prepared with fresh ingredients and with generous portions. The ambiance is contemporary and relaxing.    

Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi | Neighborhood: Lakeview

Yuzu

1715 W. Chicago
Chicago, IL 60622

Yuzu offers expertly prepared sushi and Japanese style robata grilled dishes in a modern, yet whimsical and relaxed environment. Sushi is presented in artfully designed and tasty sauces. Flame grilled and skewered meats, fish and vegetables are deliciously spiced and perfectly priced. BYOB.

Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi, Asian | Neighborhood: East Village / Ukrainian Village

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