I've been here for their happy hour twice within a month and will definitely be coming back. The happy hour deals are definitely a steal as they have a nice variety of dishes and cocktails for a great price! My favorite cocktail is the lychee martini, it's refreshing, not too strong, and not too sweet. I ordered the pork belly both times. The second time I went it was quite fatty, however, the first time it was very meaty. So it's not very consistent but still delicious. The sashimi was AMAZING it almost melted in your mouth and had a buttery taste . Wished we had ordered more. Honestly, you can't go wrong with any food items. Our servers both times have been wonderful. read more

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Some stand outs and some misses! Honestly, kind of random spot in river north that I literally never noticed. The service is excellent and truly so kind. The interior is a bit stark and feels kind of like a hotel lobby in a way and pretty outdated. They have a grilled kitchen and a sushi kitchen. I would highly recommend getting things from the grill kitchen side because those items were clearly the best. We tried the chicken skewers, the crispy spicy tuna rice, The crispy pork belly, some Nigiri, a sushi roll and the Matcha cheesecake! The pork belly and the crispy spicy tuna rice were the clear winners of the night. The lychee martini was also excellent- probably one of the best ones I've had and I loved the cheesecake! Good place for some nice Japanese food, just outdated. I'd skip the sushi tho because I've had better for way cheaper. read more

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We had a great time trying this restaurant for Restaurant Week. We made a reservation for 9pm, they were running behind when we got there so it took us about 15 minutes to be seated. We ordered off their Restaurant Week menu. To our surprise, when you choose the menu you actually get to sample all 3 of the dishes in the first course. That was a great way of getting to try some of the dishes they offer. I really like the Wagyu and kimchi dumplings, they had a little kick to them. I ordered black cod for my entree. The miso sauce was very flavorful and I loved how the fish was cooked. Lastly the chocolate cake for dessert was like a molten lava cake. Very very good. The waiters were SO friendly! And check in on you quite often. The restaurant was romantic but also a great place for a girls night. There is valet parking. It's $16 for the first 3 hours and $22 for anything after that. I recommend getting a reservation if you want to visit on the weekend. read more

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Roka Akor is probably one of the best happy hours in the city. They have a full food menu, tons of seating, and on Mondays it's all day happy hour. The waiters are super friendly and everything comes out quickly even when it's busy. I will keep coming back here! read more

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9.2/10 A restaurant ask must! We were very excited to check this place out for restaurant week. Big tip snag a reservation early as it gets quite busy. I will say the only small feedback is to optimize reservations so that tables are ready on time as our was ~10 mins behind schedule (not a huge deal). I will say our server and the GM checking on us was a great touch on their excellent service through as course came out one after the other. I love that their restaurant week menu lets you try all three of the starters as they are all amazing my favorite might be between the yellowtail and the waygu dumplings that had a nice kick of kimchi spice. I will say the prime filet was so great with the aroma of truffle butter to top it off. Finally, the warm chocolate cake was so rich with ice cream and nuts it was the perfect way to finish off a great meal. I also enjoyed their NA raspberry mule to pair with the meal. Check them out as they are worth a try! read more

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Really beautiful upscale ambiance and a decent sized bar. Came with a friend and we both had the spicy house margaritas and sushi, one was a scallops the other crab with tuna. Bartender was courteous and greeted us promptly, food came out pretty quickly and there was plenty of seating. Only negative is the host seemed really clueless and not very welcoming. Please employ friendly front of house staff for such a nice establishment. read more

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Roka Akor has consistently been one of my fav Japanese restaurants in the city. The ambiance is chic, classy and overall has a good vibe serving a perfect setting for dinners. On my recent visit, my friend and family enjoyed dinner with crispy fried eggplant, spicy tofu, veggie tempura sushi, and crispy cauliflower tempura. We enjoyed each and every dish a lot! We also ordered the japanese mushroom pot rice which honestly is my fav dish at the restaurant and I end up going back for it! My dad, friend and I also ordered a carafe of floral sake to accompany with the meal. The only reason I am deducting one star is because of the service being a bit slow. We had to wait for quite some time to get our drinks served and the server wasn't always available increasing the wait times. Do give this place a try if you like asian cuisine and are in the river north area! read more

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At these rates?! If I am paying all-around premium prices, I would hope to receive an all-around premium experience. It pains me to say this wasn't it, though there were some highlights! I ordered the Hi No Onna to drink. This was a perfect blend of earthy, tart, sweet, and acidic notes. Even though I am someone who typically doesn't like hibiscus (I find it too tart), in this cocktail it worked absolute wonders. It added a wonderful level of acidity that worked well with rather than fight the lime. The mezcal was quality stuff, too, smooth and adding a lovely booziness. Finally, points for the spiced salt on the exterior. I am not 100% sure what it is, but it added flavor without being straight sodium! I also greatly enjoyed the Flame Seared Salmon Nigiri. This is a case where something is executed such that it needs no additions (neither wasabi nor soy sauce). The fish was quality and seared to perfection. Meanwhile, the Yuzu Shallot topping added a new kind of dimension I haven't seen much in sushi/nigiri. While $14 for what is essentially two pieces of seared salmon is too high, in my opinion, this is also something I would order again. Life is like that sometimes, plus I am a sucker for properly seared fish. Where it comes to the Hamachi Serrano Chili Roll, this one missed the mark. I hate to say it, but this felt more like something one might get at a nice grocery store than a restaurant with "$$$$" attached to its name. It's not that it was bad, but that other than the wasabi aioli it was uninspired. The fish, rice, and veggies were all okay, the serrano slice added a little heat, and the aioli a few light savory wasabi notes. Again, if this were a 'classic' like salmon/avocado/cucumber, I wouldn't be complaining. However, something which is purported as both a "signature" roll *and* "signature" dish, it fell short of any and all expectations. Something that also fell short of expectations was the service. While I liked that the food came out quickly, and our water glasses were kept full, I found the service was otherwise inattentive. There was no check-in with us on how we were liking our items, nor did the server come by when we were done to offer us dessert or the bill; rather, we had to call them over. Finally, I want to award some points for the modern and sophisticated vibe. Now, while I can't fault them for being loud due to the many simultaneous conversations, I feel as though the music was just a smidge too loud and punchy for a place of this caliber. I tend to categorize sushi places that I patronize regularly in two categories. The first is one that makes simpler items for lower prices. Something you could call "everyman's sushi," like the aforementioned, tried-and-tested classic of salmon avo-cu. The second category is one that makes premium, interesting, inspired, heavenly rolls. They cost more, but you get your money's worth. As I experienced with Omakase recently, there is more art that goes into such pieces. Based on this experience, other than the nigiri, Roka Akor makes everyman sushi at art prices. The last thing I want is to feel ripped off when the bill arrives, and this was the case here. As such, I do not feel as though a return visit is in the future for me. read more

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10/10 I'll def be back. I'm a creature of habit and typically stick to some of my favorites when it comes to Sushi but my boyfriend insisted we try somewhere new. Roka Akor did not disappoint! David was our waiter and he was amazing. He gave us some suggestions after we shared with him that half of the table (me included) didn't favor raw sushi. We ordered the wagyu and kimchi dumplings, edamame, the seared salmon roll, scallop roll, lobster roll, crispy prawn roll, wagyu roll, and a California roll. Everything was delicious! The lobster roll was my favorite. But all the others tied for second. The California roll was super light in the best way. It wasn't dowsed in mayo. And of course with got it without the roe. For drinks us ladies ordered a lychee martini. Also great! Very fresh. The ambiance makes this for a perfect date night spot or cool place to come with friends! read more

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This is currently one of my top happy hour finds for our summer in Chicago. It is also the most expensive, due to the variety and quality of their wine selection and dinner options. Actually to be fair, if you stick to the happy hour food and drink selection, other guests could walk away with reasonable prices for very good food, drink, and service. The outdoor patio as well as the bar area was very inviting and comfortable. The happy hour menu is actually quite extensive with most of the food at $10 or less. They have varied alcohol on the happy hour menu, sake, shots, beer, wine, and cocktails. Unlike some other happy hour places we have visited this summer, the portion on the happy hour menu is not smaller than what they offer on the regular menu. So the prices on the happy hour menu are real deals and my rating reflected that I appreciated that. We ordered a Hamachi Serrano roll, assorted sashimi taco, prime beef skewer, Robata grilled pork belly, Saki Steamed mussels, escolar tataki and wagyu & kimchi dumpling. All were very good. My favorite of the night was the Robata grilled pork belly, which was excellent. My husband loved both the pork belly and the assorted sashimi taco. The escolar tataki was our least favorite since the fish didn't have the Lucious mouth feel as others I have eaten in other restaurants. Although we already ordered ALOT of appetizers, we loved the Robata grilled pork belly appetizer so much we wanted to try the Robata grilled prime filet. It was slightly charred on the outside and the inside was melt in your mouth soft filet. It was so tasty that I even forgot to take a picture. . This was my husband's favorite of the night. The grilled prime filet went very well with my second glass of red wine. Jordon Cabernet is one of my favorite red wines but cost $29 per glass. This is the reason that our bill was high compared to other restaurants. I could have kept our happy hour bill more reasonable if I had ordered any of the drink selections on happy hour menu. Even with all the appetizers and dinner, we had to try dessert here. The server suggested to try the Ube pot de crème, since it's using an ingredient that is not used a lot in other restaurants. The dessert had the purple coloring of the fruit, and was very creamy. Great choice to end a very good night. The server was very attentive and provided great recommendations. He did not rush us throughout our meal even though we have been there for quite awhile enjoying the food, and the ambiance of the outdoor patio. read more

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All day happy hour on Monday including food, yes please! Came here asking for a table for 1 since I missed my team dinner after a late flight arrival (and being stuck on the tarmac for 1.5 hours T_T) and best believe I maximized my dinner - Treat Yo'Self! But also, I was staying down the street from Roka Akor and the reviews looked solid, especially since Chicago's known for amazing eats (probably better than SF imo, there I said it!!!) I ordered the Modern Nigiri Selection (7 pieces) and the fish tasted very fresh. Honestly, I'm always down for omakase, but I'm terrible at remembering any of the names for the types of fish and cannot be bothered to write them down unless they're explicitly named on the menu. The seared salmon nigiri was also very good, and you can't go wrong with the shishito peppers or crispy eggplant. Service was quick and attentive, I do wish the lighting inside was a bit brighter for dinner (note the dark photos). read more

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I was so excited to try this place all week and it did not disappoint! My favorites were the escolar tataki, yuzu miso marinated black cod, and prime New York strip. You could tell that the escolar was freshly sliced and that care went into each dish. The truffle aioli paired perfectly with the New York strip. Overall, all the dishes came together like an orchestrated symphony. I would definitely come back again! read more

Been here several times and had a great experience each time. The servers are phenomenal as they are friendly and helpful. The food itself is what speaks for the restaurant. I really enjoy the black miso cod, so I was excited to hear they had it for Chicago restaurant week. read more

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We went there for their all day Monday happy hour. If you do go for that, just make sure you tell the host before they seat you because otherwise they will move you to the bar. The happy hour items are well priced. I enjoyed my white wine (which I think was a riesling). The tuna roll was utterly forgettable and tasted just slightly better than grocery store sushi. The chicken teriyaki was underseasoned. However, the escolar tataki was really unique and excellent. The wagyu dumplings were solid as well. May come again for happy hour but still undecided about a full meal. read more

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Food - delicious Presentation - on point Service - impeccable Vibe - on point Loved this place!!! Sushi was fresh and creative. Server was fantastic with great recommendations! I'll be back!! read more

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The food is AMAZING! A bit pricey but definitely worth every penny. 100% recommend going even if it's just for drinks and dessert. The Ube pot de creme is out of this world. It's not too sweet and the texture is like creme brûlée without the brûlée. Note that the wagyu is priced by the oz and it's a 3 oz min. This was by far the priciest item we got off the menu. It was a bit salty to my liking but the texture is extremely soft and melts in your mouth. read more

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I've been here several times for happy hour, and the lounge has a really nice vibe. The food and drinks are tasty as well, and the happy hour menu has a lot of different options included. It is a bit pricey for a happy hour deal though, at $12 per cocktail. Many other happy hours in the area are closer to $8-$10 per drink read more

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Love that the sashimi here comes with real wasabi. The butterfish tataki was so light and summery. Our server was telling us about the Roka happy hour so we will definitely be back soon to try it out! read more

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Great experience! Our waiter was super helpful in picking out the best and best amount of food for our table, as well as sake. He worked with the chef to give the whole group a great experience. All of the appetizer items were amazing. The beef tataki - fantastic, the Wagyu dumpling - soft and scrumptious, the scallops - melt in your mouth tasty, the octopus - more flavorful than most octopus that I've had, the pork belly - O M G had flavor and texture. I don't even think I could pick a favorite or least favorite because I enjoyed all of them so much. Of the sushi, my favorite was the dynamite scallop. I really like crab and the scallop and sauce were delicious. Outside of that, I'm not really sure what we ordered. The chef out together a few sashimi options and there were two with salmon that were pretty good. The others were all ok. Another roll had a little pepper on top and was a little spicy. For dessert, the passionfruit tart was incredible and the ube pot de creme was very pretty and pretty tasty too. read more

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We came here for dinner, primarily because my husband was a bit under the weather and thought a bowl of miso soup might help. When we arrived we were offered indoor or outdoor seating, and had the A/C been working we'd have sat inside, but the floor to ceiling doors were open so it was just as warm and muggy as it was out front. That in mind, we asked to be seated along the sidewalk. We were placed at a nice table for two which was shielded from the street by a few large planters with flowers, but the smell at times was pretty bad - Like when a garbage truck compacts the trash and all the foul juices run into the street and ferment. Yeah - not good. Service was attentive all night from our server, the manager who poured the wine, and the food runners. We each started with a bowl of "white miso" soup, ordered the lobster dumpling ($22), lobster maki roll ($24) and crispy tuna roll ($22) all to share, and a decent bottle of wine ($74). We finished the meal with the passion fruit tart for dessert. Not the most inexpensive sushi place, but the service and food quality were good. Also, we like this general area of downtown Chicago as there are plenty of good restaurants, bars and things to do/see within a several block radius. read more

I'm obsessed with this restaurant and I've been here so many times and this is the best location. I have been to the other locations and this one is the most amazing and the staff is phenomenal. Top 25 favorite restaurants globally. Sit at the sushi bar and experience the bobata and watch the artistry read more

We visited Roka Akor for their Chicago Restaurant Week 2025 menu and were pleasantly surprised. The ambiance and decor was beautiful. They did a take on modern Japanese just right. Our waitress was also very kind and attentive. They actually give you each of the appetizers on the menu which was fantastic. There were three options available, the Sashimi Tacos, Crispy Spicy Tuna Maki, and Wagyu Beef & Kimchi Dumplings. Our favorite was the Sashimi Tacos, the others were just ok. For the main we ordered the Prime Filet and Korean Spiced Lamb Cutlets. The lamb was so tender and spiced so well, honestly it didn't even need the dipping sauce. For desert we Matcha Cheesecake with Mango Sorbet and the Chocolate Cake with Coffee Ice cream. I personally the Chocolate Cake and Mango Sorbet were the best parts. Off menu we ordered the Toro Nigiri with Osetra Caviar and Green Onions, which was so soft and creamy. It honestly melted in your mouth. read more

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Ambiance was great. It was a very cute date night spot. Service - 5/10. I could barely find my server. It was frustrating considering the restaurant was completely empty except for 2 tables. Food - 5.4/10. The fish was not as fresh in my opinion. I thought it was kind of fishy. I didn't, personally, find any of the food to be anything special. It was quite bland... the drinks were nothing special either. read more

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Our friends invited us to dinner during restaurant week and this is one of their favorite spots. I love when people are excited to share their favorite restaurants. It adds to the experience. I can't say this will be on my list BUT it was tasty and an overpriced treat. I do have to mention that the service was spot on, five stars. Everyone that approached us felt genuine. We were seated at the back "private" room. Our waitress suggested we do two picks off the restaurant week menu and two omakase. She was right. We were able to get a preview of what they offer and it was a well rounded dining experience. I am generously giving it a 4 due to the service. Food and ambiance are more of a 3.5. This was probably a one-time deal for me and I don't see myself coming back. But I enjoyed my evening and left dangerously full. read more

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Excellent sushi spot in River North! My friends and I secured a reservation here same day for a Saturday girls night and sat out on the patio. Although I didn't see the inside, the outside seating had a fun but upscale vibe. We ordered drinks that were all very good. We tried the oysters as our appetizer and didn't love the yuzu jelly on them. It tasted kind of strange with the oysters. But our main course was excellent. We shared 4 maki rolls: the dynamite scallop roll, unagi roll, california roll, and the salmon avocado roll and all were delicious! High quality fish with big sized pieces left us full and satisfied! The services was good but kind of slow, especially when it came to putting our order in and getting our bill. Would love to come back and try other dishes in addition to some more of the amazing sushi! It roka'ed our world! read more

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I should start this off with saying that I have loved Roka Akor from the very first time that I ever ate there. The ambiance is very beautiful on the inside, and I like that they are not super picky when it comes to dress code. You can come eat delicious food in a nice atmosphere and be dressed very casually if you so choose. The service is always great. They are very attentive. The food is amazing. If you eat pork, you must start off with the pork belly. We always get at least one order when I go, but typically we end up getting 2 or 3 orders to share at the table because we can't get enough of it. For my main meal, I typically get the waygu sirloin that comes with a garlic aioli and bone marrow. It is a 10/10 always. I like to make bite including the steak, aioli, and bone marrow. It is so good. For sides, you must taste the brussel sprouts. They are also a 10/10. I love this place and definitely recommend going to try them out. They have a nice size menu with a variety of options to try. read more

Shadowy interiors and thumping bass-lines invited me into Roka Akor's energetic interior. Tasteful, modern features and dark wooden furnitures adorned the large main dining area. An open kitchen flanked one side of the room, and floor-to-ceiling windows out to the streets of Chicago completed the other. Almost as soon as I was seated, my waiter arrived and offered to put the bottle of champagne I was carrying on ice. I declined -- a $30 corkage fee was a bit too rich for a bottle of Veuve -- and instead opted to stick with cocktails for the evening. The Winter Snow was a touch too sweet, which masked some of its more complex flavors. The balance of the Hadamasui, on the other hand, highlighted the subtle botanicals of the gin and Lilet Blanc, which played excellently on the fruity notes of the bitters and sake. It was an experience I will not soon forget. The fried eggplant provided a compelling overture for the night's food: bright acidity and sweet honey notes in the sauce livened the deep umami of the fried eggplant. The tasting notes for the wagyu beef and kimchi dumplings were similar: well-balanced umami and acidity. The Grilled Diver Sea Scallops were my one regret of the evening, where the flavors seemed truly at odds with one another. Finally, the various nigiri and sushi were all of outstanding quality. And of course the steak. The gripping flavor of the perfect sears continued and flowed down through the butter soaked interiors. If it were possible to order a whole cow through Roka Akor, I might have put in a to-go order after the first bite. The Japanese mushroom rice hot pot also punched well-above its weight in the entrees portion of the evening. The texture and umami of the sticky rice were almost meaty in quality. For dessert, we sampled the warm chocolate cake and the passion fruit tart. The warm chocolate cake was decadent and rich while the passion fruit tart was light and fruity. The flavors were well-executed and familiar. As our time at Roka Akor came to a close on New Year's Eve, the bass-lines continued to dance over the electric air. During a pause in the music, one of the hosts fastened each of our group with party favors to celebrate the New Year. And while we were just beginning our celebrations for the start of 2025, each of us had also just gained one more reason to remember 2024. read more

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Pricey but food is great. Not salty and perfect sauces. Beautiful romantic ambience. Great for big groups or couples. Lots of work family es come here even on a Sunday night before Monday work for out of town staff. Elegante and minimalistic. Wonderful experience. read more

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Roka Akor gave us the most magical birthday delight! I took my husband who is a big fan of Japanese cuisine and knows a lot about the culture. He was blown away by the quality, richness, and creativity of every bite. We opted for the decadent omakase and the 5 courses all had multiple facets. Our service was friendly and speedy. Every piece of fish melted in our mouth and the wagyu beef was phenomenal. Not to mention the immensely flavorful asparagus and every other ingredient. Also, 4 desserts plus champagne?! We couldn't even choose a favorite but adored the ube mousse. I really can't rave enough about this place, a perfect date night!! read more

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I have to visit Roka every time I'm in Chicago. The staff is so fun and I've never had a bad bite here! Or even a just okay bite. The sushi and steak quality is excellent. The Japanese mushroom rice hot pot is a personal favorite. A mushroom lovers dream! The restaurant does get a bit loud, but I can't really name a spot that doesn't. read more

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Great experience our server Liz was amazing. Thank you. Environment was welcoming and upscale. Food was delicious!! read more

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We go here a lot. Good sushi, fun omakase, really good yakitori, and great service. I've done special dinners, dates, business dinners, and solo meals here, it works for everything. The divers scallops and lamb chops are amazing, and the Kobe steaks are to die for read more

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just wow. this sushi place was incredible. we ordered the toro tartare, yellowtail hamachi and salmon avocado roll, miso cod, and the lamb chop. each one of these dishes was chef's kiss. the toro tartare came with taro chips and the pair together was yum. one thing though -- a part of the tartare was a little stringy, but still tasty overall. i really enjoyed the salmon avocado roll since salmon is my ultimate favorite fish. the hamachi roll was good too, but the jalapeño and wasabi flavors kept going up my nose so i couldn't eat more than two. the entrees, miso cod and lamb chops, were incredibly flavorful and tender. i was delightfully surprised by how wonderful they tasted. read more

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We visited Roka Akor Chicago on a Monday and were blown away by every single dish. To our surprise (and delight!), they offer happy hour all day on Mondays -- and the prices were unbelievable for the level of quality we experienced. The weather was amazing so we chose to sit outside and the ambiance was just perfect. We ordered: * Crispy Fried Squid - perfectly cooked, with a flavorful serrano chili and lime kick * Crispy Spicy Tuna Roll - fresh, crunchy, and just the right amount of heat * Hamachi Serrano Roll - bright, delicate, and melt-in-your-mouth good * Korean Spiced Lamb Cutlet - tender and bold with the most delicious eggplant sauce * Robata Grilled Pork Belly - rich, savory, and so satisfying * Salmon Nigiri - incredibly fresh and buttery smooth * Wagyu & Kimchi Dumplings - a standout dish: juicy, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with the tang of kimchi Every bite was phenomenal -- not a single miss. The service was top tier, with staff that were attentive, kind, and genuinely passionate about the food. The ambiance was upscale yet relaxed, making it a perfect spot for date night, a group outing, or a solo indulgence. read more

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The ambiance is Roka Akor is beautiful! Love the interior and natural lighting that comes through all the windows here. The service was great and the food was delicious. I loved the chicken skewers and kimchi dumplings. The lychee martini was also incredible, 10/10. Would definitely go back for a happy hour and check out more of their menu items :) read more

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Intensely amazing, is an understatement. Can't wait to get back to Roka Akor when I make it back to Chicago. read more

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We went in on a Saturday night, we were very very impressed with the food. The waygu dumplings were fantastic. I was concerned the kimchi would be overpowering but it wasn't. We also got the scallop roll, lamb chops, and a steak. All of it was 10/10 delicious. Service was pretty good, but slow at times. I will say, it's very loud in there between the customers and the open working kitchen. It's a lively spot. read more

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Great experience, excellent food, better atmosphere. Lamb chops were perfect, rolls were fresh, highly recommend. Tom (GM) made it special! read more

Made a reservation weeks ago. Called yesterday to make sure they had crab legs they said yes got here and they said no. So frustrating! This has happened twice now?????? Last time here . I need to find a place that knows the menu. Plus the place smells like bleach. Ended up getting a filet I asked for a medium rare because usually the steak medium it's overcooked I had to send it back once it was so rare they brought it back the middle was still very rare. I hate sending things back multiple times. This place is really good for their desserts so we are waiting on for our dessert now and it is taking forever I don't know what the wait is about there's only five tables with people in the whole place. We've been waiting for the dessert for about 15-20 minutes now the waiter just came over and said they were having issues they got a new POS system that is really not my problem. read more

Chicago's New Obsession: This Japanese Fusion Spot is Pure Vibe and Flavor! If you're looking for the ultimate culinary moment in Downtown Chicago, stop scrolling! This Japanese fusion spot is not just dinner; it's an experience. Snag a window seat, because the street view with those gorgeous fall colors is utterly incomparable--the perfect backdrop for your instagram. The fish is pristine--I mean, melt-in-your-mouth fresh. They offer an incredible, curated variety; we discovered some stunning new species we've never encountered! Pro Tip: eat the pieces from the lightest color to the tuna last for the most sensational tasting journey. Everything is ridiculously flavorful (we're still dreaming about that mushroom side dish--it was a textural masterpiece!). And the steak? The Prime Rib Eye was served a perfect, ruby-red medium rare and thoughtfully pre-cut. Hello, elegance! The service elevates the whole meal. Every waiter was so warm and took the time to passionately walk us through the menu. Go, sip, savor, and thank me later! read more