June 18 is International Sushi Day. Despite Chicago being far from a coastal city, it boasts some truly exceptional dining options for sushi lovers.
From the suburbs to the heart of Downtown, chefs all across Chicagoland create sushi that ranges from the classic to the creative. If you're ready to eat your heart's content in maki and nigiri this month, head to one of our real estate agents' favorite sushi restaurants in Chicagoland.
Chicago
Sushi Tokoro - 4750 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
A low-key spot with excellent fresh sushi and traditional hibachi entrees, Sushi Tokoro is a prime lunch or dinner joint in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. The restaurant is located just a block southwest of Winnemac Park, and they offer takeout as well as a casual dining room space. Sushi Tokoro provides all-you-can-eat sushi and also allows customers to BYOB without a corkage fee.
Umai - 730 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60605
A hip Downtown eatery for sushi and other Japanese fare, Umai is a popular lunch spot as well as a gathering place for dinner and drinks. With a full bar and an airy, loft-like atmosphere, Umai delivers big on ambiance as well as cuisine. Sushi rolls are hand-made to order by experienced chefs, and the menu includes outstanding vegetarian options in addition to seafood standards. Umai is located just outside Printers Row in the northern part of Chicago's South Loop.
Friends Sushi on Rush - 710 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611
Some of the best sushi in Chicago is served at Friends Sushi on Rush, a cozy little Japanese lounge-style establishment in the Magnificent Mile-adjacent Near North neighborhood. Order the Sushi Supreme to get a chef's choice assortment of nine pieces of fresh seafood sushi, or choose from their wide-ranging menu of maki rolls and sashimi.
Hot Woks Cool Sushi - 2032 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618
You'll find a wide assortment of Asian cuisine at Hot Woks Cool Sushi, from ramen to pad Thai. But they're especially known for their wild, inventive sushi rolls like their signature Shogun Jumbo Roll. Hot Woks Cool Sushi has three locations in Chicago, but our favorite is the Roscoe Street spot. It's nestled in the charming Roscoe Village neighborhood.
Niu B Sushi & Noodle Bar - 888 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Serving up classic sushi rolls in a stylish, dimly lit space, Niu B Sushi & Noodle Bar is a prime spot to satisfy your sushi cravings. This vibey eatery in Downtown Chicago's South Loop offers maki by the roll and nigiri/sashimi by the piece, so you can really craft your own meal. The ramen here is also outstanding, and Bui B serves up excellent specialty cocktails and premium sake.
Arami - 1829 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
A contemporary sushi restaurant in a rustic-chic space, Arami has gained a reputation as one of the best Japanese eateries in Chicago. A wide range of sushi options are available at Arami. But the Omakase tasting menu, a sixteen-course menu of hand-picked selections by the chef, offers a next-level dining experience. It's a great way to try something new and exciting. Arami is located in the heart of West Town, a neighborhood known for its great restaurants.
Suburbs
Mitsuwa Marketplace - 100 E Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
The Japanese supermarket chain Mitsuwa is well-known throughout southern California., but did you know there's also a location in Arlington Heights? Check out the largest Japanese market in the Midwest for all of your favorite goods, and don't forget to stop by the sushi counter for some truly excellent eats.
Tensuke Market and Food Court - 3 S Arlington Heights Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Another favorite among locals of the Chicago northwest suburbs is Tensuke Market. This unassuming market has been owned and operated by a local Japanese family for over 20 years and boasts some of the best, freshest sushi in the area at highly affordable prices. The market offers a full menu for dine-in, takeout and delivery.
Chef Soon Contemporary Sushi & Bar - 6430 Main St #150, Woodridge, IL 60517
This upscale joint in the downtown Woodridge area offers a truly exceptional sushi experience in the Chicagoland area. Chef Soon gets its namesake from the chef himself and has racked up numerous accolades from Chicago's Best and OpenTable. The glowing online reviews from hundreds of emphatic customers should be enough to convince even the biggest sushi skeptics to give this place a try.
- Blufish - Multiple locations
Chicagoland residents will be thrilled to hear that the excellent date-night sushi restaurant Blufish has locations in Vernon Hills, Glenview and Park Ridge. Each location offers a highly curated and upscale dining experience that is uniquely delicious
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