I ordered takeout sushi from Nano every Sunday for 2.5 years when I lived walking distance from it. My favorite Chicago tradition! First off, adorable inside! Great area of tables, clean, nice decor, without being too small or overcrowded feeling. Second, service is tops. Third, they have an awesome menu. At the time I lived there I only liked veggie sushi (I've since learned I was missing out and liked cooked rolls too), and their selection of veggie options made me so happy. Normally there is like 2-3 basic rolls like sweet potato or asparagus or avocado, but most places don't have any veggie based rolls on their special roll section. Nano did, and still does! Thank you for that. Everything is made super fresh and you can taste that in their ingredients. Anyone who lives in the area, please give them a try. read more

Great food and service. The sushi is very good and it's a byob too. We make it here at least twice a month. I would suggest the tuna tartare appetizer, heat wave roll, asparagus tempura and Tokyo sunrise. Honestly everything is good. I see many people eating ramen too but I always stick to sushi. The owners are delightful too. read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Heatwave roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Every dining experience is outstanding here! I ordered the New Mexico, Red Rock and crab Rangoon. They are all so yummy and fresh! Linda is always the friendliest and she is quick to always just know what we need before we ask for it! Also it gives great vibes, the music and the dim lights make it feel so chill and laid back. Finally, a huge plus that it's byob! read more

Service is really good. The broth is soooo good and rich. I got the spicy miso and the spice was really good. The noodles were also very good. read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Spicy Miso Ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The services was great! We were the only people there on a Saturday night, which was a shame but also a benefit. We got to sit outside in the patio area. It was clearly a cheaper set up, but it was cute and intimate for us. The waitress was very friendly and helped us pick food we were unsure about. She was on top of her game and brought us a smaller bowl when she was I was letting my girlfriend have a taste of my ramen. The food was pretty good as well. The calamari was nice and not too heavy or overly deep fried tasting. The chicken karaage was nice and crispy and juicy. My girlfriend liked her Nano Maki sushi. I had the Shoyu Ramen which was good as well. I thought the pork had a little bit of a Smokey/grill taste, which wasn't a bad thing. The price was also pretty affordable. It ended up being about $60 for two, which in that area and for that amount of food, felt pretty reasonable. We'll be back! read more

I walked in for a soft drink while waiting for someone. They were so pleasant that I decided to stay for a meal. I ordered the Godzilla combo and the Spicy Tuna Sushi. Both were excellent! read more

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Got some pretty great sushi from this place on Broadway. It's tiny inside, and makes sense they limit dining in. Nano has mostly things for takeout. Especially at lunch. The prices for the fancier rolls can get expensive but are still pretty good it seems. Came to get a few things to go. It's only open for takeout at lunch. They open the inside for dinner though. Only a few tables are inside. Really cramped so not sure I would even want to. It's about $14 for the specialty rolls. Some of these are vegan. One is the Black Forest Maki. This is asparagus, avocado, cucumber, oshinko, and spinach wrapped in fried tofu. Good big roll filled with lots of vegetables and fresh. This was a pretty impressive one and was worth the kind of high price. Has lots of great sushi to choose from. It's only open for takeout most times. There's a few of the specialty rolls that are okay for vegans and vegetarians. read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Black Forest Maki - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

5/5! Everything was delicious. Service was great. The presentation was amazing. I have been talking about this places for days after I went. 1st off, I've lived in the area for years and never ever thought to stop in. It's truly a hidden gem. Place is BYOB, which I will note for next time. All the sushi and apps were delicious. I don't think I've ever had crab ragoon that's so delicious, fresh, and flaky. Such an adventure. While this wasn't my most favorite place for Ramen, it definitely hit the spot on a snowy night. By the way, can we talk about the deep fried rolls. Delicious. Sushi deep fried and stuffed with cream cheese and sauce. So delicious. Returning is a no brainer. Check out the pics and look at all the food we got for $150. Not pictured is another bowl of Ramen that I forgot to snap a pic of. It was worth it. Please support this business. read more

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Nano's is back & better than ever at their new location: 4256 N Western Ave. You can't beat these menu prices and amazing Sushi, Ramen, and much more! Great BYOB spot in Chicago. read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Godzilla Sushi roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is my second time getting Nano carry out and I will definitely be back! The staff is so sweet and welcoming. Today they included free Gyoza which was such a fun surprise! All of the rolls I have tried so far are sooo yummy and affordable. If you are in the area I highly recommend!! read more

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We ordered takeout from here bc we live nearby. I've always been slightly skeptical of this place but we pass it almost daily and it has decent reviews so figured we'd give it a shot. Online ordering was easy and pick up was punctual. The food was mediocre at best. We got some ramen and a sushi roll and it came with free gyoza. The gyoza were burnt and not good. The sushi was decent. The broth of the ramen was good but everything else was just blah. Both my husband and I felt queasy that night. We won't be back. read more

Best place to have some sushi or ramen with friends or just you and your partner! And now they have outside tables! Best service And also it's BYOB! :) read more

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My wife and I have been coming here for years -- more when they were on Broadway but we still make an effort to visit them on Western. It is hands down the best ramen in the city. We've tried them all, from Ramen San to the hole in the wall shops throughout the city, nothing beats Nano. Their fish is always fresh and delicious, their sushi is amazing as well. We are always welcomed back and the waitress always remembers us and our order. You cannot go wrong with this place! read more

I love having a sushi place within walking distance in the neighborhood. My husband and I have frequented Nano Sushi well before restaurants were shutdown and the staff always treated us nicely. We were always able to score a table without having to wait too long. They have a ton of tables that could easily accommodate any sized group. My favorite part about Nano's is that they are BYOB and the maki rolls are reasonably priced. Be careful because they definitely add up if you don't watch yourself but oh so worth it. Nano's is still go to whenever my husband and I are craving sushi. Nano's has always been consistent with their rolls and other menu items. I don't think I can say that I have ever had a bad meal from Nano's. They also prepare the food so quickly that you won't be hungry for too long. Nano's is definitely worth the walk or delivery because they won't disappoint! read more

I enjoyed the special veggie sushis at Nano. The two vegan sushis are unique and good. If I could rate this alone, I'd give it four or five stars. The atmosphere was that of a techno cocktail lounge, with the type of music that sounds the same throughout your meal (with the same tempo and bass drum). Red seats and tabletops are framed by dark walls and a Japanese skyline. I didn't care much for any of it. The other, plainer sushis (with one ingredient) were average, neither good nor bad as a whole. Of those, the shiitake was the best. There was one server for the whole restaurant and she did well to try to keep up with things. I would return. read more

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Excellent Maki rolls. We had asparagus veggie roll and the Philly, which was smoked salmon and avocado. Also had the spicy seafood-soup to start, that employed a salty sweet taste. Good service and an intimate environment made this a place to come back to. read more

service is so nice and welcoming every time. this is the best sushi place i've come across in nearby neighborhoods so far. so fresh and quality is high. this is a small, intimate place. the music selection is ambient, melodic house music. it's not overstimulating. BYOB (: read more

Oh my gosh I was scrolling through Yelp restaurants and saw the rating of this amazing place and was surprised!!! Nano is amazing!!! The rolls are some of the best In the city. The tuna tarte is out of this world!!! The ramen is wonderful. Linda the owner makes everything homemade. Her ginger dressing is to die for!! The mini godzilla roll can stand up to any sushi in the city. Linda does everything with love and pride!!! Please check out this place!! I promise you will be back!! read more

We stopped here because another restaurant we planned on going to didn't work out. We enjoyed the food, and woman who served us was very welcoming and sweet. read more

Nano is our weekly sushi date spot. We were so sad to see them leave Buena Park. We visited their new location at 4256 N Western Avenue today and it was great as always! You can't beat the service (we love Linda!) and the sushi is always consistent, high quality and delicious. Prices are reasonable. We love the gyoza, salmon sunshine roll & chicken karaage. Highly recommend! read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Salmon Sunshine Maki - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Reviewing for take-out during COVID-19. We ordered directly from the restaurant via phone. We got a mix of nigiri, maki, salmon crispy appetizer and the steak teriyaki entree. Our order was not fully ready when we arrived, but we maintained distance and received it in a short time. We were not able to pay via phone and card was processed on site. Bring your own pen or wear gloves to sign the receipt if you need to. Everything was tasty and quality has not been compromised. It was super fun to eat when we got home. We used to dine in the establishment about once a week in the past. (I mentioned in my previous review about not trying the ramen. I had it a bunch the past year, I really favor the tonkatsu but am not a huge fan of the other varieties!) read more

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Food good me like food and good staff the ramin was the best I ever have had also the sushi was good

This is a review SOLELY ON THEIR NIGIRI CARRYOUT. The review on their other sushi and dine in experience is in my other review and I stand by that. So the nigiri is perfectly acceptable. The fish is decent quality, not super high quality, but a cut above AYCE, which is good because you do not want to actually taste the fish when you go to AYCE sushi. The portions are decent... they can always be more generous, but it is not simple to fit the entire piece in your mouth which makes the fish a sizeable cut. The rice is tasty and they try to not give you too much. I appreciate the notion to let the fish shine through, but I could use a tad more rice. I got shrimp, eel, tuna, and roe. The only thing that I think they could have done better was the eel because the cut was weird and they added a bit too much eel sauce. HOWEVER, you are paying $2-3 for sizeable pieces of fish. I'd recommend probably 8 pieces. The selection isn't massive, but its solid and the chefs take pride in their cuts. Most of all the actual fish is tasty. In addition their carryout during COVID is quick and snappy. The do offer the option to eat inside... but don't be stupid. Enjoy! read more

Very disappointed. The rolls were much small than I'm used to and really didn't have much flavor. Note, you shouldn't pack spicy rolls with non-spicy rolls. The tuna tarter was absolutely covered in chili oil rather than drizzled and did not come with any chips to eat it with. The bun was ok but Ramensan's version is definitely better. read more

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4 stars is for shio ramen. It's a clear, delicious broth. Light and tasty if you wanna pass on fatty tonkotsu broth. It came with egg noodles, charsiu, scallions and bamboo shoots. I usually don't like the taste of bamboo shoots, but their menma here tasted juicy and savory. I would add extra menma next time I eat or order delivery here. Stay away from age dashi tofu. It's just 3 big blocks of fried, soft tofu with a bland dipping sauce on the side. I had agedashi tofu from other restaurants and they definitely elevated this simple dish. Unfortunately, it wasn't at Nano. It was a disappointment. Service was all right. Attentive. I'm not too fond of the ambience of the restaurant. It just has some outdated feel to it. I will for sure come back for ramen. read more

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First and foremost, the service was outstanding. Linds and staff was warm, welcoming, and attentive throughout the entire evening. They were knowledgeable about the menu and offered excellent recommendations, ensuring that every aspect of our dining experience was top-notch. We love ya Linda and Nano sushi chefs, you guys are awesome! read more

I came here on a Saturday night for dinner. I was seated right away. The waiter and everyone around me was super friendly. Please remember this place is BYOB. However, a local adult beverage place is just around the corner so even if you end up like me asking for a drink it's easy to get one. I ordered potstickers, which were not my favorite. They were a bit too crispy for my liking. I had ramen for my main dish. It was fantastic. The broth was rich and very delicious. I look forward to returning here to try other dishes on the menu. read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Everybody has their local Asian restaurant that is the 'spot' of choice. This is mine! When you want consistent good sushi at a reasonable price, Nano is the place to come. There's not a lot of sushi restaurants in this general area of Lakeview. The decor was what drew me in the first time around. The fun red, circular booth chairs and the Art Deco vibe.. must have something good right? The staff is very hospitable and sweet. They don't overwhelm you or bombard you with options. The sushi menu is quite extensive. There's something for everybody. On a side note, I've tried to substitute once and was told no. Stick to the menu and it's ingredients. The chef is a little heavy on the spicy mayo on specialty items. If you don't like spicy mayo... probably stray away from those. My vegetarian friend also had options which was a plus. She really enjoyed the sweet potato roll. My other favorites are their spicy scallop, New Mexico, and Santa Fe. I like spice, can you tell? Their ramen is pretty decent. The broth is a bit rich for my taste but very comforting nonetheless on a cold winter day. They also have specials for take out. When you hit a certain $ amount, you receive freebies! Ask for a to-go menu the next time you dine in. Those options are listed. I usually hit the first tier and get free edamame's with my order. read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Calamari apps - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My family has been coming to Nano Sushi over over a decade now, at their Broadway and Western locations. So happy that they have recently re-opened their Western location. The food is excellent, the service is attentive and the vibe is upbeat. Looking forward to many future meals at Nano! read more

Nano sushi is hands down the best restaurant for sushi and ramen in Chicago. I've been coming here for over 12 years and the food is consistently fantastic. The sushi rolls are truly one of a kind - I highly recommend trying the cilantro gimlet. The service is spectacular as well. You absolutely need to check this place out. read more

Ended up here because the lady was craving sushi. I typically go for AYCE but this place is just a block away from us and we wanted to finally check it out. The sushi was alright but damn was the ramen good! Definitely have to try the pork broth option because the flavor is so rich. It was obvious that most people come here for the noods because I kept seeing bowls coming out of the kitchen. The sushi rolls weren't bad but they just weren't grandiose enough for the price imo. Something else that also wasn't worth the price were the extra noodles. $4 for a little more without extra broth or ingredients. Overall pleasantly surprised by the ramen and they do have decent sushi options with fancy sauce art but it seems to far just short of the price of their items. read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Tonkotsu ramen with extra noods. Flavor was wonderful. Not sure the extra noodles was worth the $4. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great food at good prices with wonderful ambiance - my favorite place to take myself out for a date!

This place always delivers. The spicy miso ramen is amazing. Also a fan of the sweet potato maki and the goma ae. read more

I love Nano! The red decor and seating is so cool. It feels like a high end sushi restaurant with low end pricing. Great spot! read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Dining booths - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I got delivery from Nano Sushi recently and it was just alright. Their crab rangoon is not the usual type with imitation crab & cream cheese but also a bunch of crunchy celery & pepper. Some people may love this and I didn't mind the kick the pepper gave these but so much celery? Pass. I tried the Crispy Cream Roll and for $13, not worth it. I liked it but you only get 6 pieces which seems a bit skimpy for a signature roll. Inside the roll was smoked salmon, cream cheese, scallions, a very tiny bit of masago, avocado all deep fried! Then on top is spicy mayo & unagi sauce. drizzled with spicy mayo and unagi sauce. Their shiitake mushroom roll was overriced but tasty for $5. And the sweet potato roll for $7 was fairly standard and not the best of its kind but it got the job done. All in all, everything I had was alright but with so many sushi places in the city, I sadly won't be back for 'just alright' sushi. read more

I hate leaving bad reviews, but my god. If you are vegetarian/ vegan I would look for a different place to get ramen. Just like so many other places, vegetarian (in their minds)= boring and the people who eat it must hate flavor. I have never been so offended by a bowl of food. I kid you not when I say there was literally NO spices or seasoning. Canned corn and carrots. A dash of green onion. Broth so boring even Quaker Oats wouldn't sell it, and one tiny mushroom (I'm almost positive it fell in my to go container by accident). JUST BECAUSE IT IS VEGETARIAN DOESNT MEAN IT SHOULD BE DEPRESSING AND BLAND. I digress. The crab rangoon is good. read more

By far the best Tonkotsu Ramen in Chicago! Always quick service and amazing food! Their ramen always hits the spot! read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Tonkotsu Ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I order from here at least once, if not twice a week. Best ramen and sushi here. Friendly staff. Definitely check it out.

Originally I wanted to try the ramen but ended up ordering the shrimp tempura & salmon teriyaki. The shrimp were good but the salmon was wonderful. It wasn't so much the salmon as it was the rice. Best rice ever! Couldn't stop eating even though I wanted to. HOWEVER, the service. Ugh. We watched ad our food sat, and, sat and sat on the counter until server who stood by...contemplating the wonder that is himself (?) deigned to bring us our meal. My dining partner wasn't thrilled with the decor & music which gave him a strip club vibe, but it didn't bother me. That being said, it was one of the most intimate ramen establishments I'd been in. The red leather banks and black lacquered tables did make everything quite sultry. It might be a nice first date location. After all, you'll be waiting a while on your food so you'll have plenty of time to talk. read more

Nano Ramen & Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The miso ramen broth here tasted appropriately fermented on first spoonful, but progressively got stranger the more I ate it. It was definitely a little off. I left it to be strange on its own and focused on the perfectly soft-boiled egg. The bowl was also loaded with decent slices of pork belly and spaghetti noodles, so there was plenty of other things to distract me from the broth. But ultimately... everything was soaking in it, and started to take on its flavor. So in the end I had to leave half untouched. read more