Have been to the Chicago Nobu a few times now! The food is exceptional and definitely up to the mark! The service is really great too each time we have been here! I highly recommend the new style salmon sashimi! It was phenomenal! I'm not a huge fan of their rolls. We ordered the house special maki roll which is essentially a dragon roll but was a miss for us! Recommend their crispy rice soup as well, very flavorful. We usually get their miso cod, yellowtail with jalepeno, crispy rice with spicy tuna and yellowtail nigiri! These are always a hit!! read more

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Beautiful atmosphere and food! I was worried it wouldn't live up to the hype and popularity. The sushi was excellent and the service was helpful and prompt. We decided to order a la carte and they paced the food out for us. My favorite was the salmon tartare with caviar. I think it has horseradish in it which made it have a kick. I highly recommend getting this. Also loved the tiradito which also had some spice to it and was delicious! I tend to like things that are medium spicy. So it wasn't too spicy for me but be careful if you don't like spice. Also loved the wagyu beef dumplings! Cocktails were fun and $18 each but I really found the sake to be a great pairing and a good price. The small serving I got was $20 served in a tea pot and it served about 4 glasses (small sake size), which seemed like a great deal to me! read more

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We visited here on a Friday. Early reservation; right at opening. Hostess seemed a bit rude but I suppose that is to be expected. We felt the restaurant was more hype than substance. The food was ok and nicely presented, however a bit overpriced for what it was. I'd say, for us, it's a one and done visit. read more

nice restaurant! Food is very delicious! recommended! reservation required! sushi is so good read more

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The food and ambiance was a 5/5, but the service was a 0. We were sat and got water 20 minutes later and then the waitress was no where to be found. For sitting right next to the waiter station, you would think there would be a little more attention, but that was not the case. I am glad I wasn't paying dinner prices! read more

This is our fourth Nobu location !!! Waited almost a year to dine here in Hometown Chicago due to Covid!! But the wait was worth it!! Our server Mr John Macon was most courteous and helpful to personalized our menu. We started off with spicy lemonade , shishito peppers and toasted corn, followed by king crab salad and sushi and wagyu beef rib eye steak and lobster tacos. Rock shrimp tempura , Salmon tampcut,wagyu gyoza HLF and of course the blackened cod the highlight. Finished off with banana soy toban and gelato. The place is very open and very eclectic. They also have rooftop dining . Servers are very polite and and the service prompt. The place is pricey but worth it as the food is fresh and full of taste and flavors. read more

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I went to Nobu recently for a birthday dinner. We lucked up and found reservations on open table. For my drink, i had the chi town cooler which was refreshing! We let our server choose our food for the evening and everything was delicious! Each course tasted better than the last and the courses moved from small appetizers to large plates. The 3 stars of the show were the black cod, lamb chops and waygu. You must try the black cod. It was the best fish I've ever had. It was sweet, flaky and melted in my mouth. The experience was pricey but you get what you pay for. The food did not disappoint. read more

I finally got a reservation to dine at Nobu and it did NOT disappoint! Our server was Nina and she was attentive and very knowledgeable about the food (which would be the expectation given it's Nobu). She explained how the chef was going to course out dinner and the purpose of the menu progression on your palate! Here's the rundown of what we ate (3 ppl) and it was the perfect amount of food! Shishito Peppers Yellowtail Jalapeño Salmon Belly Special Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna Rock Shrimp Tempura with Creamy Spicy Sauce Eggplant with Spicy Miso Nobu Tacos (Tuna and King Crab) Nigiri (Yellowtail and Tuna) The fish was absolutely delicious. The spicy yellowtail and salmon belly melted in my mouth. Of all the things we ordered, the tacos were the weakest. When I go back, I'd probably skip those and opt for more nigiri. We did have three sake's and the total (food and beverage) was $335 without tip. It was absolutely worth it. We ended up making a reservation to come back while sitting at the table! read more

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The ambiance is beautiful, sleek and intimate. The waitress was so attentive and open to learning about our likes and dislikes. Service is fast and dishes come out as they are made. Everything was indeed excellent-- wagyu dumplings not pictured but we're also great. Everything was very fresh and light. Will be going back and checking out their other locations around the globe! read more

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Had a great night out here! We did the multi-course menu and absolutely loved it. You can set your price and they'll plate a multi course meal for you. We had 7 plates worth that all looked amazing and tasted delicious. From the tuna tacos, to yellow tail caviar, to the blueberry mousse dessert we were very pleased and full! The only thing we didn't love was the 'squid' pasta, but that's really a matter of squid not being our favorite texture. It was still cooked well, but left much to be desired unless you like squid! read more

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I sat on the outdoor rooftop with my boyfriend the other night and I was very impressed. Food was absolutely delicious. Very expensive though. Drinks were so yummy. We ordered the yellowtail sashimi, shiitake salad, wagyu sliders, salmon/avocado hand roll, wagyu dumplings, and the wagyu, ribeye and crab tacos. I'd highly recommend every dish. The salad, sliders, dumplings and tacos are musts though if I had to choose. Quality and presentation were top-tier. Wish the prices were a little more reasonable given the portion sizes (we spent $300 for 2 people and weren't full from the food), but hey, it's Nobu so what do you expect. read more

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Nobu . . Yellowtail & Jalapeño along with the Soft Shell Crab Roll paired with the Spicy Market Margarita. Yummy sushi and nice views. read more

Nobu Chicago - Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Dined here on Christmas Day, and the experience we had left us beyond dissatisfied. Hot food was served cold and took forever. They were quick to clear our table, but considerably slow to serve our food. Took 30+ minutes to receive our alcoholic beverages. Due to the food being cold and presumably sitting out, I have food poisoning now. I can assure you it was from Nobu, as I barely ate Christmas Day to save my appetite for dinner. Incredibly disappointed. Save yourself the money and dine elsewhere nearby. read more

I mean, I have to give this place a 5 star rating because it is the place my now fiance took me on our very first date. Yes, yes, he pulled out all the stops - but hey, he got the girl, right? This was definitely very classy, high-end walking in. I was so nervous for my first date! We started with drinks - can't remember the name but they were strong and GOOD. Order anything. Then we got the wagu beef tacos and black miso cod. Let me tell you, my fiance loves 1) God, 2) His wonderful mother, 3) the black miso cod from Nobu, 4) Me And honestly? I don't mind that pecking order. We LOVED coming here and our love story began here, afterwards we would have loved to get dessert but we wanted an excuse to walk around and talk on our date so we walked to firecakes. Highly recommend coming here! Also I didn't take any pictures because well, I didn't want my date to find me strange lol. read more

Amazing service, fantastic food, and best ambience! I am surprised by the food, service, and the ambience. As I have visited Nobu in London, Chicago is home to me now and I am impressed by Nobu with the service and the ambience. Patchaya is the name I remembered from the fantastic service we have received tonight. Thank you Nobu and Patchaya read more

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Came here for a work dinner and was not left disappointed! I was very impressed by everything we ate! We had all agreed to get the experience dinner where they pick out things in the menu for you. They did ask about price ranges and what we would like to see or not which was awesome and helped them pick what would fit our wants best. This experience lasted almost 3 hours but it was so delicious and fun. The food never stopped coming and I was able to try so many things that I wouldn't have normally. The ambiance is perfect and I highly recommend coming here for a nice dinner/date night! read more

All around a great time with great food. Everything is easy to share with the table. To get the most bang for your buck, I'd suggest going with a few people so you can try a bit of everything. We had the yellowtail jalapeño, black cod miso, rock shrimp, Nobu tacos (lobster, crab, and wagyu - keep in mind these are very tiny but pack a punch as far as taste goes DELICIOUS), sea bass, and spicy margaritas and chi town cooler (rum). It was all great. The black cod miso may have been my favorite? Service was also great. Our waitress was very nice. She was masked up the whole time. They didn't have a strict policy on this for guests but it was spacious there and people were far apart. You could also request hand sanitizer (forgot mine in my other purse) so that was nice too. Will be back read more

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Food is nice. Kinda like Tapas style , nice view and classy place. Servers very friendly and nice looking read more

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Came here for another quick bite with friends to reconnect after a work trip. Always the best ambiance and good to spend time here for a while. Not the best Nobu in the states but cozy for me. read more

Our server was so friendly and clearly a seasoned high-end restaurant professional. We did the off menu, omakase where our server chose for us after asking us a few questions about dietary requests and taste preferences. She also offered price per person option to inform her choices on our behalf and it was simply spectacular, it featured the best of the menu and a twist on what we might not have ordered ourselves but enjoyed it thoroughly. Our 8 course dinner consisted of the following (not the actual menu item name), we were very full but not overly so, the food is generous but also very light: 1. Yellowtail sashimi with ponzu and jalapeno - simplicity, clean, perfect execution 2. Scallop sashimi - with a light, and citrus marinade, Persian cucumber and spicy crunch - we didn't mention that we didn't particularly cared for scallop sashimi but this dish completely changed our thinking and we really enjoyed it, the rawness was dispensed with the citrus treatment 3. A5 Wagyu tataki - this dish showcases why you go to a high end place like Nobu, elegant, perfection 4. tacos - king crab and wagyu - the simplicity is surface, these are complex tasting tacos that really highlight the protein with just right there seasoning 5. Black cod with miso - a very popular dish for a good reason, this has natural sweetness, tender fish with a nice unctuous skin, perfectly umami 6. Seared lamb chop, antichuchos style, with a harissa spiced sauce and roasted potatoes 7. yellowtail and scallion, and bluefin tuna otoro rolls - sushi is served towards the end here, it's a really smart way, like saving the best for last, but from this list, you can probably tell, it's best of the best. The rice was cooked to perfection with an almost translucent look, and it's 80% fish 8. Bananas, pecans, and crumble - We didn't think we were having dessert and this was a really nicely balanced one from a flavor and texture perspective, with sweetness, and a hint of salt read more

I really can't say I'd recommend anyone try Nobu, at least not this location. It did not feel like a luxury/high end restaurant experience at all. My friend and I came here for dinner on a weeknight for a midweek pick me up and were really looking forward to it. But as soon as I walked in, it felt like any old restaurant. The hostess was wearing just a t-shirt and leggings, which is fine I guess, but not what I expect for a restaurant with 4 dollar signs. We were given a female server first and she was nice but she transitioned us to another server before we even ordered. My friend and I ended up ordering, Yellowtail Jalapeño, a truffle salmon sashimi special, crispy rice with spicy tuna, Rock Shrimp Tempura with Creamy Spicy Sauce, Wagyu Dumplings, as well as a some nigiri and a House Special roll. I can say with 10000% certainty that the taste and quality of the food was mid to bottom range of what I have tried. I could have just gone to Omakase Yume and had the meal of my life with the money I spent here. Or I could have spent a third of the money I spent here and gone to Lawrence Fish or really any other sushi place. We also got dessert which was not good. The service at the restaurant was also bottom tier. When the check came, we put our cards in the card holder that had our check in it and the server took it, only to come back with a card machine. Why not just come with the card machine to begin with? And then he just handed my friend the card machine with her card in it. She asked him if she needed to do anything or if he was done with it and he looked at her and said to go ahead. We were both so confused and asked what he needed from us but instead of just politely showing us, he stared at us like we were stupid and then grabbed the machine and groaned that it timed out. WHAT TIMED OUT?! Why would he just hand us a machine and not say anything if he needed us to do something? Overall, if the food was not insanely priced and the service was good, this would be a 3 star but the price and service is absolutely 1 star worthy. It would be 0 star worthy, but the 1 star is the minimum I can give. Actually they earned that 1 star because the restaurant is nice inside. So, I guess at least they have that. I only recommend you come here if you're trying to flex, there's really no other reason why to visit. read more

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When I tell you I was over the moon to have a Nobu in Chicago, that is an understatement. To have such a well-known worldly restaurant in my hometown is amazing! It is located in the west loop right on the rooftop of the hotel. Beautiful views of the city! The food...absolutely delicious and as fresh as you can imagine for sushi. Top that off with a specialty cocktail and your night is made. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. I loved everything about Nobu and it surpassed my expectations. What a perfect way to celebrate my wedding anniversary with my husband! read more

Nobu Chicago - Breathtaking views - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Service great.. but overrated experience. I'm not sure what the hype and price are all about. Food is good but small plates

Nobu Chicago has been one of my favorites, so it was necessary that I tried their Omakase. It is a bit on the pricer side of the menu, but definitely worth it. We got multiple plates, mainly fish, but also some steak options. Everything we were served had the best of flavors! Although, I do wish there was a substitution for the last piece of steak you receive. I enjoy steak, but I am not a steak lover and would've wanted more fish instead. The service while dining at Nobu Chicago is always spectacular and the ambiance is it's perfect for a night out. After dinner we went to the rooftop, got some drinks and enjoyed the beautiful Chicago skyline. read more

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Had 7o clock reservation didn't even get the table until 845 . I ordered tuna taco I swear I have been to many countries never seen such scam tacos were literally smaller then pinky finger 2 tacos for 25 dollar . It's not a bite not even half bite it's quarter bite tacos me and my wife were laughing so hard . I told my host you have microscope to see where my tacos are . Don't believe me go there and order and see . Simply horrible read more

Went for my first time to Nobu tonight and it did not disappoint. The food, the drinks and the service were all phenomenal. John David was our waiter and we basically let him choose all of our drinks and food. He asked us a few questions on our preferences and then we left everything up to him. He did a fantastic job picking dishes, everything we had was amazing. We would go back just for his service! Our favorites were the Grapefruit on the rocks drink. The Baby corn snack, wagyu tacos and some lobster dish that we didn't get the name of (but I attached a picture) read more

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Its great food but the NYC and Vegas locations are better. There so many better SUSHI restaurants in the city though....

Nobu My boyfriend booked us a reservation here about two weeks in advance. Originally, when he looked in mid February they were booked out until April, luckily he kept checking and found one because we had such a great time! The food was better than we could have even imagined. The service and atmosphere was more than hospitable. I'll break down both. First off, the food!!! We had looked at the menu ahead of time and were fully anticipated ball out. I ordered the Chi-Town Cooler to drink which I enjoyed and would definitely get again, however the food was the star of the show. We started off with the edamame and baby corn. He was against the baby corn, I ordered anyway and turns out the baby corn was so good he ordered A SECOND order (thus confirming I know best). Anyways, we also got an order of the wagyu dumplings which were like warm little pillows of tender juicy melt in your mouth meat. Followed by the wagyu and king crab tacos. I'm not a fan of crab so the king crab ones were for him and wagyu for me, but after I had a wagyu taco it felt like cheating on him to not make him try one. So o decided to have a king crab taco and HOLY CRUSTACEAN it was like a light and fresh coleslaw taco that you could just inhale. Next up I had the eggplant with spicy miso. Personally, I'm a huge fan of eggplant. I like it almost anyway so I may be a little biased, but this eggplant was so warm and filling. It came out pretty hot, the server warned me but I have little self control so I shoved it in my mouth almost immediately and it was indeed hot, no less worth it. Then it finally came. I had asked for it near the end, the ribeye with truffle butter and crispy onions. If you're going to Nobu, you need to get this. You're missing out if you don't. As you can probably imagine, the ribeye was cooked to perfection. The onions tho, honestly, I could have eaten a bowl of just those. The best part came after the ribeye was gone and there were onions floating like little strips of heaven in a sea of delicious steak juices and truffle butter. I might as well had put the bowl to my mouth and slurped it. Now, at this point I should have been full and I was, but how could I not get dessert!? I did not go that far, only to go that far. I ordered the Banana soy toban, there aren't any photos because at this point I had lost all self control. I loved it because it was a perfectly balanced dessert. However, my boyfriend ordered the blueberry gelato (obviously I tried it because I had mad fomo at this point) and the gelato was also incredible. Definitely the move if you want something fresh and light. He also got an after dinner latte and would not stop talking about it the whole way home and next day, so if that's your thing, GO FOR IT! As you can tell by now, it was a damn good time, but let me tell ya about the service! To start with when they seat you the host/hostess announces you and all the servers on the floor greet you. With the help of google, I determined this was an expression of "irasshaimase" and I'm here for it. To me, what was really interesting about this was that I only noticed it happening when I was being seated and shortly thereafter. I'm not sure if this was due to the acoustics in the place or that I was so entranced while dining. Service was great! There was always plenty of people on the floor and everybody was moving at a good pace. Nobody ever looked rushed or bored, which showed in our experience. In between courses, they cleared plates almost immediately after we finished them. They also gave us fresh individual plates multiple times as we needed them. The vibes inside were so amazing, I can't think of a context where it wouldn't be a great spot. Date night? Obviously. Dinner with a friend? Ball out. Business dinner? Cue the sake. Shoot, if you want to treat yourself to a nice dinner this would be the spot. If you feel a little awk dining alone they have a sushi bar and a regular bar. The cocktail lounge looked like a fun more casual environment, if you were staying at the hotel that would probably be pretty close to irresistible. Overall, if your debating if you should go or not. Do it. read more

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Great service and amazing food it never fails. It was so good that I went twice on this trip. read more

Nobu Chicago - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The restaurant offers a delightful ambiance with attentive service and a diverse menu. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared, showcasing fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Overall, it's a fantastic dining experience that leaves you eager to return. read more

I went here with one of my friends on a Sunday night for a girls' dinner! The service was fantastic and the food was pretty good. The shishito peppers were really good & the sauce they were in was tasty. The spicy tuna crispy rice was decent, it was good, but I've definitely had better. My favorite was the yellowtail jalapeño dish, the waitress said it's the most popular and I definitely understand why, it melts in your mouth. We topped off with dessert of a flourless chocolate tort that was phenomenal, it's super rich, so if you're not too hungry, I recommend splitting. The cocktails we got were also so refreshing and good, a great balance between flavor and alcohol! read more

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When I think of Nobu you think of quality food, knowledgeable staff and an amazing ambiance. Being my first time here it was all of that and more ! If you go make sure to ask for Fernando . He was so knowledgeable on all foods we definitely game him the driver seat and he did not disappoint . Everything that came out just got better and better . BLACK COD with Miso you must get a promise you it's everything that everyone says it is ! He truly made our birthday celebration one for the books. We already thinking of when to come back to try everything else on the menu that I am sure will be nothing but quality and delicious but looking forwarding to checking the rooftop once warmer weather is here! read more

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You won't find better fresh fish this far from salt water than at Nobu Chicago! The miso black cod melts in your mouth and is buttery. The yellowtail with the jalapeño is light and flavorful. The rock shrimp are best served with the spicy Mayo sauce rather than the ponzu. The maki and toro rolls are fresh and vibrant. The mochi are flavorful and come in fun flavors to share. The chocolate cake is great for those who like darker chocolate. The servers are polite and attentive and make the experience all around 5 stars! The rooftop restaurant has great views of the city and makes you feel like you're in a bubble overlooking everything else. read more

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I have been wanting to come to grab a drink here since it opened and I'm glad I finally did! We were able to walk right into the bar as standing room customers, which isn't a bad deal for drinks because we were able to bring our drinks outside and use the ledge with great views to rest our drinks on. I think this is a great place to grab a drink. read more

Nobu Chicago - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We went to Nobu last night to celebrate my 17 year olds birthday with a chef tasting. It was the worst experience I have had in a very long time. The cost was over $1000 for 3 people. The food was sub par for $225 per person. It was repetitive(the used the same black bean garlic sauce multiple times) poor quality pork belly was all fat. The warm courses weeptepid and the A5 waygu was so over seasoned and then served with a salty garlic ponzu sauce. Finally, dessert was a weird melon basil ice cream it was more of a palate cleanser than dessert. No the birthday dessert anyone would want. There were no wine pairings - no did a sommelier come over and offer help. I am well versed in wine so I was able to do it my myself. This meal was more than ours at Alinea a Michelin star restaurant. We felt duped and will never go back. It is a shame because my son went with us 3 years ago and it was such a memorable experience he wanted to go back. That was an inspired high quality experience and 1/2 the price. Save your money and do not do the tasting at Nobu Chicago you will not get the treatment and service or food to match the cost. read more

I've been to several other Nobu locations around the U.S., and all of them have been positive and memorable meals, so I was very excited to learn that Chicago was getting a Nobu! It was surprisingly easy to get a reservation; even somewhat last-minute, there was plenty of availability, so I appreciated that. The space is also quite large so there's a lot of tables. Great location right in the West Loop off Randolph. Great bathroom (always have to give bonus points for that), though you do have to go down a long flight of steps to get to them. As I expected, the food did not disappoint. We had the crispy rice/tuna app, the tuna tacos, and the wagyu dumplings to start. Each was more delicious than the next, particularly those dumplings. We then ordered the tempura rock shrimp which were super tasty--they're fried but then tossed in sauce, so they are slightly crispy, but some of that ends up softening as the sauce seeps in (not a bad thing). We also got the Brussels sprouts because the people next to us had them and they smelled divine; and they ended up tasting just as good. Charred to perfection. Then, of course, the star of the show is the famous cod--I've had this at each visit as I believe it to be a 'signature' dish of theirs, and it just continues to be the best fish out there. I will dream about it until my next visit! I also had a hot green tea which was very flavorful and complemented the dishes very nicely. All in all, it is definitely not a cheap meal--this is a splurge sort of place, great for a special occasion (or perhaps if work is paying!)--but everything seems super high-quality and tastes delicious. Service was good; as we wiped dishes clean, immediately someone was there to take an empty dish away and make room for whatever was next. I will say that our waiter's attentiveness did start to slide a bit later in the meal as things got busier; we were waiting quite a long time as the meal was wrapping up, and we had actually ordered one more item that we thought we were waiting on, but clearly it had just been forgotten. By the time he came over to ask if we were ready for dessert/check, we were full and it was late, so we told him to disregard that last forgotten dish (oh well!). I do appreciate not being rushed out, but it definitely was a bit tooooo lengthy a wait toward the end. It would have been nice (and amazing customer service) if they'd offered a complementary dessert or free drink in exchange for the forgotten dish we had been waiting on for awhile, but alas, that did not happen. Besides that one snafu, everything was top-notch and I would definitely return (for a splurge meal, not just an every day visit IMO). read more

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This is a place you would go if you want high quality sushi and fancy vibes. Yes the sushi here are expensive but it's also very flavorful and fresh. Would go back for a special day read more

Nobu Chicago - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

From the moment walking in to leaving, you're definitely in the world of Nobu. Every staff member is on their game here. We felt pampered. And kindly celebrated for our Anniversary. The cocktails were divine. And the food was spectacularly delicious. So artfully presented and umami flavors non-stop. It made us so grateful we could enjoy such quality all around. And SO well run. Spot on service. Hats off to management for executing on all levels. Worth every penny. read more

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Going to Nobu was an amazing experience. They cultivated a menu based off our likes and dislikes, and catered very well to a gluten allergy. The food was absolutely delicious. The best oysters, Maki, and scallops I have had to date. I came for a special occasion, and they threw in a beautiful desert with congratulations written on tempered chocolate. I left full from the tasting menu experience and would definitely do it again for another special occasion. read more

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I received a gift card for my previous terrible experience on Xmas night. I made a reservation and went today and sat at the bar. The server, Royal was great but..... we ordered ribeye truffle butter steak medium rare and it came out medium well. I swear I have tried to let this restaurant redeem themselves but I'm disappointed yet once again. Will stop referring my friends from out of town to go here. read more

Nobu Chicago - Med well ribeye that I ordered Med rare - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois