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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups

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    Jacqueline F.

    Great place for lunch. Try to come before noon if you want anything from the hot buffet as the line can get pretty long. Lots of variety to choose from. They have a sushi buffet that is actually really good. You can get your choice of sashimi, Philadelphia rolls, spicy tuna, California rolls, etc. They also serve miso soup. On the hot buffet side, you have your choice of Asian food and Italian food. You can get either or or mix it up for $8.99/lb. There is also a salad buffet and a stir fry station. Plenty of tables so that you can dine in. This is located on the 2nd floor of the Sears err the Willis Tower.

    Pick your own sushi! Some good tasting maki today! I was tempted to go for seconds
    Jonna N.

    Sushi wasn't half bad. These are actual sushi chefs making the sushi in front of you. Plus there's a guy taking out leftover pieces and replacing them with more fuller plates so you have more options. What I like the most was the idea of getting a tray and filling it up with my own sushi choices because sometimes you just want a spicy tuna piece and Philadelphia piece but not to buy two whole maki rolls. This will keep me coming back if I have a small sushi craving. Wish I would have known about this place earlier!

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    Dan P.

    I met a friend here for lunch and just went to the sushi buffet, which is charged by the pound. I ordered a massive pile of sushi and rolls (see pic of my massive order of sushi compared to my lame friend's weak order) that cost $22, which I consider to be reasonable. That included the price of a drink. The rolls and sushi pieces tasted fresh and did not skimp on the fish to rice ratio. The meal left my appetite sated. Really I ate too much, but that isn't the restaurant's fault. It was too good and I couldn't stop. I might get less sushi next time, but do plan to be back.

    Sushi only cost 5 dollars
    Crystal C.

    When I first discovered this place it was extremely hard to find. I walked around the entire building before finding it. I think they need to invest in better signs that let you know where to go. I didn't know I had to walk to the other side to get the other options. So when I saw only one side I thought that was it. I stopped the staff working their about it but the young lady I spoke with was no assistance. I asked a fellow customer and he guided me the right way. Besides that the quality of the food was really good. I had the sushi, tilapia, and salad they were really good. And I love that it changes everyday. Clean stations on a buffet line is really rare. Overall I found a new lunchtime location close to my job and I'm happy.

    Amber E.

    What a great idea for folks to get a quick, healthy (depending on what you chose) lunch. It's a buffet, but it's like a salad bar, where you just pay for what you take - salad bar, hot food bar w/ some very tasty Chinese items ($7.86/lb), salad bar ($7.86/lb), and sushi bar ($11.83/lb)! First time here, so I sampled lots of stuff and came out to $14 ($4.44 for sushi and the rest for the hot items), but next time, I'm pretty sure I could keep it under $10. Liked: the sushi, Singapore noodles, Hunan chicken ried rice, steamed asparagus. Decadent, but tasty - the honey walnut shrimp and orange chicken - but you can get just 1 piece each! Not fan of: the egg roll (too mushy); broccoli beef (way too salty - but maybe just today), and the steamed fish (I don't know why I thought steamed fish on a buffet would be a good idea, but always looking for healthy options). But overall, a quick, healthy, tasty lunch. I like it. Wish we had a Market Creations downtown in San Diego!

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    Bill M.

    This fairly new Market Creations is located in the Sears Tower. While tourists may not go ga-ga over a buffet restaurant, this spot is quite popular with downtown office workers. The buffet is by weight, so load up on your hot and cold selections at your discretion. It seems the lines tend to go counterclockwise around the food stations. While nothing I ate was earth-shattering, I enjoyed most every bite. The beef quesadilla tasted almost like a melty hamburger item but my friend said it was too mild. There seemed to be quite a few Asian-style and seafood selections here, along with a salad bar (love the fresh pineapple) and a sushi bar too. The lines can be long during the noon hour but move fairly quickly considering they do have to weigh your plate to calculate your tab.

    at $11.85/ lb of sushi, I focused on nigiri.  here's my nine pieces of nigiri with a grand total of $12.07.  Not bad!
    Derrick T.

    With Lent in full force, I decided that i needed to find a few places that would not only be paleo, but also allow for Friday meals (no meat) in the loop. Sushi comes quickly to mind (white rice in limited quantities), and so on the first above 30 degree day in Chicago for 2014, I made the trek over to the Sears Tower to check out the sushi at Market Creations. Finding it: When you get to the Willis/Sears Tower, it's on the 2nd floor. There are signs that give you a general idea where Market Creations is, but there's a lot of other food options here, so pay attention. Once you find it, you'll likely see a line forming to the right - that's the sushi bar. There are plenty of rolls, with all sorts of fillings, creams, sauces... but I was here just to enjoy some simple nigiri. (As you'll see in the picture). Here's what I got 3x Tuna: Tuna was my least favorite, as it had a somewhat off taste... yes, it was a bit fishy. The rice was a undercooked a bit as well, but far better than overcooked overworked mushy rice, which I've had at some buffets. 3x White Tuna: Not bad. This came in 2nd place out of three, as the flavor wasn't as clean/crisp as truly fresh white tuna, but it was tasty here. Would benefit from a small squeeze of lemon on top possibly. 3x Salmon: This was actually quite acceptable! (Notice I don't say good). The salmon wasn't fishy, and was fairly smooth with just the right amounts of fat (though that's based on the pieces you select really... pay attention to the pieces you grab!) Total price: $12 and change. Yes, 9 pieces of nigiri for $12 and change. Great value, right? It's based on the weight of what you order, so this fell just in line for me. Verdict: This place is A-OK. If you're craving sushi and don't need the highest of qualities, and the budget is more important right now, this is a massive step above your Jewel/Dominick's sushi at the grocery store, and likely more affordable as well. I'd stick to just white tuna and salmon next time, as the tuna was acceptable, but not enjoyable. At $1.30 per nigiri, the value proposition here is hard to beat. Get some rolls if you like, which may mask the fish a bit better.. but I'm quite content with my nigiri. Side note: I'll have swing back and try the hot buffet/cold salad area sometime, which is actually far cheaper than the sushi ($11.85/lb). Buffet was $7.85 per lb I believe...

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    4.3(1.3k reviews)
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    The express lunch deal is so good! You get to choose 3 items from a nice list of options for $21!…read moreIt's really nice if you want to try multiple things or are indecisive. I got the salmon bowl, the salmon avocado maki, and tuna crispy rice. The salmon bowl was definitely my favorite. The salmon was cooked very nicely so that it wasn't dry, and I loved the miso glaze that they put on top. It added a very nice sweetness to the salmon and created a very nice char. It was pretty small portion size though. The salmon avocado maki was solid too. It was the most filling! You get 5 pieces :) The tuna crispy rice was just alright. The rice part was good, but there was a bit too much mayo in the tuna. The miso soup that came complimentary with it was good too! I like how generous they were with the seaweed. Such a nice vibe inside! It's definitely a nicer spot, but still casual enough for lunch. I wanna come back for dinner! Service was quick and server was kind.

    Kari's Rating 7.5/10…read more TDLR: -I was there a nice outdoor patio -Music is a little too loud for a normal conversation -Nothing's crazy special but the fish is fresh Came here with a friend at 5 PM on a Monday. The place wasn't that busy at this time but by the time we left around 6:30 it was pretty packed. Fish was decently fresh, not super creative combos out there like some places. I always get a salmon sashimi piece at the end to test the quality and it didn't disappoint. Everything else was fairly normal, probably not my favorite place in the city, but I got the job done.

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    Sushi Plus Rotary Sushi Bar

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    4.3(555 reviews)
    1.8 miChinatown
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    What to Get/Not to Get/Do: All the food is great. What my complaint would be the poor customer…read moreservice, unfortunately Customer Service: Worst possible experience. I have recently got a gift card at Printer's Row location for my birthday. It clearly is for all their locations. Unfortunately, here at Chinatown's location, when they attempted to scan the card, the staff said it does not work and only works at the Printer's Row location. I ended up calling the Printer's Row location and had the team talk to the manager at the Chinatown location, and the manager at the Chinatown location kept their stance that it does not work, stating Printer's Row location does not know why the gift card does not work at the Chinatown location, and will not make any exceptions to accepting the gift card. Thankfully at the Printer's Row location, they are stating it's due to their system being new as they are a new location, and reason why the gift card is not working at all the locations yet which they are now working on to fix so it does not happen to any other customer moving forward. I just wish the Chinatown location showed some compassion to address the issue and still accommodate the inconvenience instead of us having to go back to the Printer's Row location to use the gift card Price: Approximately $20, not including tip for 2 people. There are lunch specials! Ambience: Indoor Seating Overall: Worst experience, especially to follow up my birthday celebration

    Selection on the rotary wasn't as extensive as other rotating sushi places (I'm spoiled in the…read moreBay). We ordered mainly from the screen, some items took longer - like the chicken- that I forgot my brother ordered it but he liked the chicken balls. Tea was great, I love a good hot tea. We came on a Sunday night so it wasn't too busy. Downtown was nice to walk around so its in a nice area.

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    Miru

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    4.3(332 reviews)
    1.1 miThe Loop
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    Miru is one of those places where the experience is just as memorable as the food. We went with…read morefamily for sushi, and everything we tried felt creative and unique without trying too hard. And the lychee martini? Easily the best I've ever had. The views are absolutely spectacular--some of the best I've seen anywhere and, in my opinion, probably the best restaurant views in Chicago. What really took it to another level was the hospitality. We had family visiting from out of town, and they were greeted and welcomed by name, which was such a thoughtful touch. Between the incredible sushi, cocktails, views, and service, Miru delivered a truly unique and unforgettable Chicago experience.

    The three of us celebrated our daughter's birthday at Miru, the modern Japanese restaurant on the…read more11th floor of the St. Regis Chicago, which has a charming terrace overlooking the Chicago River, Navy Pier, and Lake Michigan. It was the views that attracted us to this venue. It turned out to be a perfect evening with beautiful weather for dining al fresco. Since it was a Monday evening, the large modern dining room was not too busy. As expected, the outdoor terrace was bustling. The terrace is basically divided into 3 sections. We were seated in the first section closest to Navy Pier and Lake Michigan, and this area filled up fast shortly after 6:00 pm. Service was friendly and professional throughout the evening. Our server Justin was very knowledgeable of the menu. Both the hostess and Justin wished our daughter a happy birthday several times. A birthday dessert with a lit candle on the side was presented to her at the end of the dinner, making it a special meal to her. Our daughter ordered a cocktail called Happy Days ($23) that came in a Japanese cat shaped jar/glass. My husband had a glass of Chablis ($21), and I had a mocktail Setting Sun ($14), which has fresh yuzu, Valencia orange, lychee, Soda. However, I could only taste the soda, I wished I could taste the lychee. For dinner, we ordered the following to share: Kani Kani Crispy Rice ($34) -- Justin recommended this dish. I really enjoyed the crispy rice and the minced crab meat topping, which was flavorful and not too spicy. However, my husband did not feel that was a crab flavor. Tempura Rock Shrimp ($19) -- a nice quantity for sharing, shrimp was fresh, but nothing too special. Crispy Spring Rolls ($28) -- 6 very small spring rolls were filled with Maine lobster, pork, with Thai orange sauce. They were delicious but we couldn't really distinguish the lobster or pork in the minced filling. (For the nigiri and sashimi, each order came with 2 pieces. Everything we tried was fresh.) Unagi +1 piece ($14 + $7) -- BBQ Fresh Water Eel Seared Salmon Belly Nigiri +1 piece ($23 + $11.50) Kinmedai ($18) -- Golden Snapper Chutoro ($21) -- Medium Fatty Tuna A5 Wagyu Nigiri ($49) - This was a surprise disappointment. All 4 pieces of Wagyu were tough and had gristle in them, so chewy that we had to spit them out. It's definitely not the melt-in-your-mouth A5 Wagyu experience that I was looking for. Duck Yakisoba ($28) - This dish was mixed on our table by a server, that added more fun to a dish that had egg noodles, duck confit, and ginger. It was flavorful with a good amount of duck. Black Cod ($44) - It was nicely seared and prepared. However, my first bite had a very slight fishy smell in it. Otherwise, it was a good dish. Black Sesame Mochi ($18) -- Charcoal-Vanilla ice cream, black sesame praline, and mochi sponge. Surprisingly, this was the highlight of the night! The flavors and all the different textures worked very well together. I could easily eat a couple of these myself! I am still craving for the aromatic crispy black sesame praline and creamy charcoal-vanilla ice cream a week later! With a 3.5% restaurant surcharge, our total bill came to $431.80 before tip. Valet parking was originally $50, but with restaurant validation, it was brought down to $35. All in all, we had a wonderful birthday dinner for our daughter. The stunning views and ambiance with excellent service made it a memorable evening, while the food was very good overall, there were a couple of disappointments. For us, Miru is a 4-star experience overall, with 5-star ambiance and service.

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    Jinsei Motto

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    4.6(150 reviews)
    0.5 miWest Loop, Near West Side

    Came here for the lunch omakase, which features dry-aged fish. Overall, the fish was fresh and…read morewell-prepared--nothing particularly mind-blowing, but definitely good quality, especially for a more affordable omakase option. My only critique is the pacing. Since the chef already had the fish sliced and prepped, I expected a smoother flow, but the meal took about an hour and a half for 14 pieces of sushi. It felt a bit slow, especially for a lunch service. That said, if you're looking for a reasonably priced omakase with quality fish, this is a solid choice.

    Went for restaurant week with friends. Got there early after work and was able to hit the happy…read morehour which is a decent deal. Got the snow maiden sake and the spicy scallop hand roll. Both were great. Our bartenders were lovely and very friendly. Found out this is a Malort tasting room and we were able to sample some different Malorts (the cocoa one was good!). Then we were taken back to our table for dinner. Our server was super friendly as well. Started with the miso soup and crispy tuna bites which were probably my favorite dishes. The taki yoki fritters weren't bad either. We saw people getting omakase, so we ordered a yummy looking piece they were receiving. It was just okay (chutoro truffle). The nigiri was also okay. The tuna piece was the only I really loved. The fish quality wasn't as high as I was expecting. The sushi was decent. A little too much truffle in the spicy blue fin tuna and a little too vegetable forward in the hamachi serrano. All in all, the atmosphere and amazing service pushed this up to a 4 for me.

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    4.8(53 reviews)
    2.1 miUkrainian Village, West Town

    I live in LA and have eaten at 20+ omakase restaurants, so I was curious what Chicago's scene had…read moreto offer. Omakase Shoji more than answered that question. The restaurant houses both an omakase counter and an izakaya, but in completely separate spaces. The omakase side is an intimate, beautifully designed counter with around 10 seats. We were the only guests that evening, so the whole experience felt wonderfully private -- just us, Chef Shoji, and the fish. Chef Shoji opens the meal by presenting the actual fish you'll be eating, all flown in twice a week from Japan or Spain. It immediately signals what kind of meal you're in for. The 20 courses were well-paced and the quality was consistent throughout. Nigiri and sashimi were pristine, but the hot dishes were equally impressive, which surprised me. Both sides of the menu showed real craft and attention to detail. Service was fantastic -- warm, attentive, and never stuffy. At $210 per person, it's a special occasion meal, but one that genuinely delivers on the price. As someone who eats a lot of omakase back home in LA, I wasn't sure what to expect. I left genuinely impressed. Highly recommend if you're looking for a serious sushi experience in Chicago!!!

    Professional chefs. Comfortable space. Fresh seafoods. Delicious Omakase. Reasonable prices. Plenty…read moreof seats. What is imperfect here?

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    Sushi by Bou- Fulton Market Chicago @ Emily Hotel

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    4.5(133 reviews)
    1.0 miFulton Market, West Loop, Near West Side

    This rating is SOLELY on how I perceive the dollar value of the experience. There's too many…read moreamazing omakase options in this city to where this one I'm still left a little hungry, a little wanting for more unique flavors rather than just nigiri, and a little more broke!! I've been here 2-3 times and each time it's just because I've gotten such a strong omakase craving and my other go-to spots are full for the night but this one just doesn't do it for me. There's other less expensive, more innovative omakase places in Chicago, I promise Upside: Chefs are absolute gems. The vibes are chic, cool and intimate, so my boyfriend and I have gone as a date spot. We got the upgraded "bougie" package and a few additional rolls cause again, basic menu doesn't hit the spot. Taken a friend there before too also opting for "bougie" because we wanted more rolls, but we split some dumplings on the way home if you catch my drift lol. For a slimmer 5'4" gal (my friend being literally a 4'10" gal) with a pretty decent appetite but nothing crazy, that shouldn't be happening consistently!

    This was an amazing experience, I cannot wait to attend one of their limited seatings when I get…read moreback to Manhattan. 12 course omakase tasting menu and they played old school hiphop and rap from the 80s and 90s all night! My personal fav. Grafitti all over the walls and plush velvet furnishings. 1. Yellowtail 2. bluefin tuna 3. Salmon roe 4. Albacore tuna 5. Chopped toro 6. Scallops 7. Miso cod 8. Fluke 19. Uni 10. Otoro 11. Wagyu with uni 12. Tuna Hand Roll Sushi by BOU Fulton Market was perfectly intimate sexy and cool. The fish was fresh and delicious, and the chefs are so fast, and knowledgable! I love sitting at sushi counters and getting to see them work, I love the stimulation. Service was outstanding the chefs made wonderful reccomendations including their secret menu item ' The BIG MAC' Ambiance was killer and its a small space with limited seatings every night. Perfect for a sexy date night experience and great for talking !!

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    Ikigai Sushi & Izakaya

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    4.5(101 reviews)
    1.2 miNear North Side

    So pleasantly surprised! Came in on a Friday night for a 6:30 reso and the place was empty BUT it…read morewas packed, seemingly by regulars, by the time we left. Service was a little slow at time but they got slammed very quickly and and we weren't in a rush. What we got: - chuturo nigiri - so buttery - hamachi nigiri - good flavor and cut - chili hotate - love the flavor - negi toro maki - good flavor - unakyu- fine a little on the sweeter side - Amai - not my favorite and I think the tuna had a strong fishy flavor Overall, good meal and pretty reasonable bill. Will definitely be coming back to check out the rest of the menu!

    Such a wonderful spot! Fantastic happy hour. Everything was made fresh and tasted delicious…read more Service was super friendly, and they even brought out a free birthday mochi for my friend. We got the karage, three of the skewers , and the spicy salmon and tuna rolls. This place, along with the entrance is a bit hidden, so would love to see them market themselves more as I think it's a spot people would really love, especially for more affordable sushi in the River North area. Quiet and cozy ambiance for casual outings but also cute enough to be a date spot. Got seated immediately. Service was a bit slow, but that's only because they seemed to have one host/server working at the time, who was working super hard and kept a super pleasant and attentive vibe. I will definitely be back!

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