I didn't know this place existed until a friend decided this was the spot for her birthday this year. It is definitely not the sort of place that you'd expect to see as essentially the Holiday Inn restaurant. While we didn't get any food, the drinks were great! I had two margaritas, a standard and a because everyone else was doing it I got their spicy jalapeño margarita (there's an actual name for it but I can't remember what it was). It was really good, and it was actually a bit spicy which was nice. They aren't light with the alcohol either, so although the drinks aren't inexpensive I also didn't feel cheated. Would you expect a nightclub in the suburbs--especially Des Plaines? I wouldn't have, but then there's Ostras. They have a DJ playing every weekend (on Saturdays, at least), and they provide a salsa dancing lesson every Saturday at 9:30 p.m. There was quite a crowd there so it seems to be a popular place. read more

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We got reservations for this place at 630PM on a Saturday evening. When we got there, there was plenty of tables. A "Please Wait to be Seated" sign greeted us and wait we did. We stood at the front with absolutely no acknowledgement from any of the staff including the bartenders. There is a front counter it seems, but no one was there. After five minutes of standing, and yes, it was 5-min, as the World Cup was on and that game clock doesn't stop. 5-minutes might not sound long, but when you're standing in the front, its a long time. We finally got greeted by their understaffed people, and were seated in the back. Obviously no reservation needed, as they didn't even ask. After about another 5-minutes, we got paper menus. By this time, we scanned the QR code that was on the table, to see the menu, and we were already ready to order. Sadly, I wish I did look at the paper menu, because apparently the online menu was different. There was a gumbo on the paper menu apparently. There's pictures of it on their TV monitors, showcasing their food, but I didn't see it on the online menu. We go the oysters, which surprisingly no one got sick from. Chicken fajitas were OK, and the rainbow roll sushi was OK too. The service really was bad... I would not come back again. BATHROOM REVIEW: Located in between the back room and bar area, the bathrooms were surprisingly pleasant. No poop splatters or pee stains on the toilet and urinals. They keep their bathrooms clean. Sit or squat? Sit. read more

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Gross af. In a 2 star hotel which u need to walk thru. The shame this place should feel. I ordered nachos and they dabbed some beans at the bottom, piled on chips and dumped cold nacho cheese and sour cream. It was soooo gross like Really cold nacho cheese. U cant use real cheese? For $20 bux at a latin japanese fusion restaurant, they made taco bell feel gourmet. The waiter couldnt speak english, which i really dont mind, but it was on top of everything else... he kept bringing out sweet and sour thai chile sauce for the oysters. And the horseradish was like mayo. Pro tip- buy horseradish and shave it... u need the bite. The drinks were poorly made... got a lemon drop and moscow mule. Lemon drop was just straight lemon lime juice, no liquor, no sugar rim. Moscow mule was straight ginger beer. They didnt know how to make them and it was obvious. The 2 other tables both told them they forgot the liquor in the drinks. I will say the presentation was fine, except for the sugar rim. Honestly i cant say anything good about the experience. This place cuts every corner and it shows, all while using "upscale" pricing. read more

I'm sure this place makes a lot of money on pre-show patrons for events at Allstate Arena. I'll never do it again myself. This place is not prepared for crowds. Drinks take forever to come out. Servers seem to struggle with the devices they are using to place orders. Our food took a considerable amount of time to come out, it was wrong, so it all went back so one of our fajitas could get made from scratch while the other meals sat under a heat lamp. I also love it when places like this get overwhelmed and everyone is looking around for their food/drinks/etc. and you see staff buried in their mobile phones. This place is really pretty bad. I would recommend going somewhere else before a concert or sporting event at Allstate Arena. read more

Quite an interesting fusion place between Japanese and Latino food. Give two Asian ladies having a drink together, sushi definitely was not great here. Oysters were great. Tacos were pretty nice. Services were pretty great as well as the drinks. Was a relatively slow day so we were to chat with the bartender who was our waiter too. Very nice conversation. read more

Ostras Latin Japanese Oyster Bar is a true gem that recently opened in Des Plaines, IL. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the easy parking and immediately captivated by the ambiance and decor. The restaurant is a feast for the eyes, with stunning artwork on every wall. Each room offers a picture-perfect environment, whether it's the enchanting blossom tree, the glowing lit-up tree, or the intricate stenciled white Japanese blossoms on the windows. Every detail has been meticulously thought out, creating a space that is both warm and impressive. The food was just as incredible as the ambiance. Ostras features an extensive oyster selection that will delight any seafood lover, with each variety being incredibly fresh. The chicken skewers were perfectly marinated and juicy, while the shrimp ceviche was bursting with flavor. The elotes were a highlight--so flavorful and comforting--and the burgers were a surprising yet welcome addition to the menu. On opening night, I had the chance to try a variety of dishes, and each one was better than the last. Adding to the lively vibe, they had a DJ for the opening night event, which created a beautiful and intimate dining experience. Ostras is ideal for any occasion, whether you're planning a date night, a celebratory dinner, or just looking for a unique dining experience. I can't wait to return and explore more of the menu! Highly recommend checking out this vibrant new spot. It's a perfect blend of Latin and Japanese flavors, served in a breathtaking setting. read more

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Ostras is THAT spot. From the moment you walk in, the vibe is on point. Incredible food, fresh sushi, bold flavors, and cocktails that are honestly top tier. The staff made us feel so welcomed and taken care of. Perfect place for dinner, drinks, and a fun night out. 10/10 experience across the board! read more

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It's never fun to miss a connecting flight and be stuck somewhere overnight due to a delay but that happened to us a few weeks ago. We looked out the hotel window and saw Ostras within walking distance and decided that would be where we had dinner. It turned out to be a very good choice. This Latin-Asian fusion restaurant is almost a hidden jem, attached to a hotel near Chicago O'Hare but once you enter the restaurant, you find yourself in a beautifully decorated and cozy environment. It's a casual restaurant that could easily double as a fine dining establishment with indoor seating and a very nice patio area as well. We were greeted by a lovely live singer on that Friday evening accompanied by a guitarist and singing a mix of Latin and classic songs. The food is very good. It is a wide ranging yet classic menu that includes what you'd expect with items such as tacos, burgers, fajitas, and sushi. The service is also on point with the friendly and attentive servers willing to help with recommendations. The only negative I would give this establishment is the price point. The food is good but the menu is priced considerably higher than it likely should be based on the menu but the portions are good and so is the taste. Definitely recommend if you are in the area or even a local; this place is very worthy of a visit. read more

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2 hours to get 2 martinis when there are 5 people in the bar is f___ing crazy. And what kind of oyster bar can't even make a proper martini? Pathetic and overpriced. You blew it read more

Food was ok, nothing out of the ordinary, We ordered calamari and pot stickers, calamari was overcooked and potstickers burned in the outside, pasta dish (Alfredo) was served in a bowl that was chipped in 2 sides of the rim, restaurant looks very nice but using plates that are chipped makes it look like a cheap restaurant, definitely I will make sure food should look and taste good and presentation needs improvement, menus look old and digital menu not updated, 2 menus for a table of 6, overall improvement need in all areas. read more

we went at 6pm before the 8pm show at Allstate arena and but it was a wrong decision. They are not ready for dinner crowd on Wed night with 4 tables dining in only 1 staff and took forever when you need anything. The restaurant is so big & food is ok but service definitely not there. It took so long when we need to check out then found 18% + 4% surcharge Total 22% already added to the check for a party of 3. I understand the 4%surcharge as it shows on the receipt but the 18% gratuity was not illegally showing on menu or anywhere on the table. We tip average 20% everywhere we go with decent service but you can't put on as mandatory with such service and the server name Bertha never came back to table after drop the bill for signature. read more

Zero stars. We were in the mood for oysters. So this came up. The restaurant is called Oystras so you would think they could tell the difference between cocktail sauce and sweet and sour but no. Our server obviously didn't speak or understand English. We got oysters it came with a small amount of cocktail sauce and horseradish. We ordered a dozen so we asked for more and they brought sweet and sour disgusting. I ordered a lemon drop which was on their menu. It was absolutely disgusting and its really not hard to mess up a lemon drop. We had to get it taken off our tab. We ended up paying 120 dollars for the worst food and drinks ever. We ordered nachos the steak was goo on them but they were doused in generic gross cheese sauce that wasnt piping hot. It was the worst dining experience ever. On top of that we accidentally gave our waiter a 30 dollar tip. Im happy we came so we know to never go there again. read more

Has sushi at Ostras and loved, loved this appetizer! Restaurant has an amazing vibe/atmosphere! Staff very nice! It was finally a warm day and they had part of the restaurant opened up for fresh air! Try it out! read more

I stopped by on my return to the UK .The moment I entered, Jei the host was exceptional in her welcoming approach. The food was good, I like the music and customer service was fantastic. I will definitely come back. read more

This is amazing places to have dinner to celebrate you birthday .‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ love it read more

Ostras - Asian Fusion Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Great Fajitas. Wonderful drinks. Even better service. Fast, clean and friendly with a smile. Ambiance was moody-dim lighting with a good Latin beat. The disco balls are my favorite! 2 big screen tv's behind the bar. They even turned on the game I wanted! Perfect night out read more

Went here for a friends birthday which was also before a show at AllState. The food and ambiance was so good! The drinks were amazing and the menu had a lot more on it there than online. The service was a little slow but it seemed like the waitress was there by herself and it was pretty busy prior to the show. Would definitely go back. Some standout things we had were the pineapple chicken wings, chicken dumplings and the sushi! All so good. Want to come back to try the oysters. read more

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Amazing place and atmosphere, victor is amazing in all aspects and has a great personality. I'm from Texas and we will come back the next time we're in town. read more

Came in during work and had some great food. Oysters were fresh and amazing. They also add sauces for the oysters, the chipotle soy was great!. Sushi was also great. They have a great chef making them and the taste is great. Service was excellent, everyone is always willing to help and our bartender did not miss a beat. The ambiance was chill and they have amazing decor. read more

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Went there for Happy Hour on Saturday. Delicious Margaritas. My daughter had Jalapeños margarita and I had Mango. Both were good but Mango margarita was delicious. So for second round we ended up getting Mango margaritas. Food was average. Service was great. Good ambiance. I found out they have salsa lessons on Saturday. Will try that read more

Ostras - Mango Margarita and jalapeño margarita - Asian Fusion Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Food was amazing, service was great. I definitely recommend Ostras to anyone that wants a good time and great food read more

Ostras - Sushi rolls - Asian Fusion Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

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The food was absolutely amazing. The bar was a bit slammed with tickets but the bartender made sure to acknowledge us even tho we waited a bit. Made up for it in MANY ways! Would go back. The place is also very pretty. The wings, short rib tacos, birria tacos and pot stickers were all so good. read more

Ostras - Asian Fusion Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

A few days ago, I went to a restaurant with my friends because I was craving oysters which were supposedly the house specialty but in reality, they were in terrible condition. To make matters worse, they charged a cover fee just to dine at the restaurant. On top of that, from the moment we arrived, the hostess treated us unkindly and unfairly; she ignored us and seated some people she seemed to know acquaintances of hers. I found this highly unprofessional, and it made us feel uncomfortable, as she gave us dirty looks and whispered comments to the waiters. It also strikes me as unfair that, in addition to the unprofessional service, the food itself was absolutely terrible. read more

Excellent food. Had the empanadas, cooked perfectly. Best happy hour in the area! Great prices, cheap drinks and food. Margarita was well balanced and delicious. My bartender Victor was attentive and great at customer service. Atmosphere is great. Nicely setup with separate sections including dining, bar and a sun porch type area on both ends. Will definitely go again when in the area. read more

Ostras - Happy hour margarita. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

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A true hidden gem ! I brought my parents here because they've never had Japanese food and the mixture between Japanese and Latin food was incredible! We had everything from sushi to tacos and they were all amazing. Can't forget the oysters! The decor is also very beautiful with color everywhere you look. Drinks and desert were the perfect way to end the night! Definitely coming back :)) read more

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This Place is amazing, South America/South Asian fusion. Bartender Admir was terrific. The Oysters were a variety of choices and delicious. Guava Puree and Pistachio Liquer palate cleansers in small shots were also a fun treat. Delicious as well! The King Salmon Sushi was so good as well, I got a double! Honestly as an up and coming place near ORD, business travelers dream. Cool people, engaging staff, smart modern bar! The food was amazing the staff were the best! Try it, Holiday Inn Express ORD airport connected. No walk. Bar and variety menu! Absolutely filled myself and want more! read more

Came here because I saw a TikTok about the place and it was disappointing. The environment was dry and the host did not greet us. After ordering our food the lady forgot one of our orders which was the quesabirrias. The quesabirrias were good but he rice had no flavor and was super dry. They also automatically add 15% tip which is not fair. 2 quesabirria orders with a coke and mojito were almost $90, not worth it. read more

This was one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've ever had. I brought my family here to celebrate my mom's birthday, but we ended up leaving and celebrating elsewhere due to how poor the experience was. To begin with, the silverware and glassware were dirty and had an unpleasant, fishy smell. The service was extremely poor--it took 45 minutes just to receive our drinks, and I had to go to the bar myself to ask for water. Our meals were served about 20 minutes apart, which made it impossible to enjoy dinner together. The atmosphere was equally frustrating. The music was blasting, and even after several polite requests to lower the volume, nothing was done. I typically don't write reviews, but I felt it was necessary to share this experience. I would not recommend this place, especially for special occasions. read more

Excellent food!! Great service, Margaritas were delicious couldn't ask for more. Place is Beautiful and comfortable

They have no way of properly communicating to reserve an event. They transfer from tik tok, messages, email, instagram. So far unprofessional location. They switch their answer for the same question. read more

This place is SO good! We ordered their margaritas, chips and guacamole, lobster bisque and skirt steak dinner. Everything was DELICIOUS! Especially the skirt steak. Super soft and tender. Will definitely be coming here again if we're ever in town! read more

Amazing environment , incredible food and exceptional service. I'm speechless of the place, not to mention the food ‍. Highly recommended. read more

Ostras - Maki Tuna - Asian Fusion Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

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I really wanted this to be a great restaurant but they have a lot of kinks to work out. The service was friendly but otherwise unspectacular for what you would expect at a restaurant of this price level. The restaurant was empty on a Saturday night and they had plenty of staff but things just did not seem to be functioning on all cylinders. They were "out of stock" of 2 different drinks that were not communicated until after we ordered and the waitress went to the bar. We had the same issue with one of the entrees. You would think that they should know the drinks and entrees that they are out of and proactively share with their diners. The manager was very nice and provided complimentary desserts for our table. Overall the quality of the food was good but not sure i would come back again. I expected a lot more for a $700 meal for 6 people. I wish them all the best! read more

Drinks were wonderfully crafted by Julia. The Lobster Bisque was the best ever. I think they put the entire lobster in it Wonderful flavors Recommend you come here read more

So pretty, delicious food and drinks, great service... it has everything you look for in a place to have a great night!

our server was very sweet and well intentioned but she went on and on and lacked the tempo needed for this type of atmosphere. the one night in bangcock soup was cold and not spicy enough for a Bangkok dish! when I asked to send it back because "it was too cold" she thought I meant not spicy enough and just brought it back w a jar of tobacc. the sushi $60 was labeled as sashimi but came it Nigro. they chilled the red wine. they blasted salsa music the entire dinner. there were patrons eating I. sweat pants and t shits. read more

Amazing experience, food is definitely delicious and different. Next level service, they really care about the customer. Steaks are unbelievable and the sushi. A must try read more