I came here with a very large party and we did the pre fixe option, which seemed like the best one given we wouldn't have to make many choices and would all still get to try a lot of different types of food. It ended up being perfect because there were both sushi options/raw options and cooked options within the menu. Overall, everything was delicious and I loved how the plating was so aesthetically pleasing! Their cocktails were also really good and the service and space we were in were both great! read more

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I've been here quite a few times and hosted a group dinner in the semi private room once. In terms of bang for your buck, it's impossible to overlook the Decadent Omakase for $145pp. There are $110 steaks in Chicago now so how people actually say that this place is "overpriced" is crazy to me. You are in for a wonderful dinner regardless of how you play it. read more

Roka Akor - Chicago - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Only one new photo from this dining experience, but Roka lived up to its original standards. Our waitress was kind, attentive and made our special occasion dinner feel celebratory by congratulating us as we were seated. We decided to do the decadent omakase again as it was such a wonderful experience the first time. We learned the menu is typically the same, but our waitress helped us customize to include an appetizer (scallops) and main (lobster tempura) we'd never had before. I'm so grateful she did because those dishes were stars of the evening. Beautiful dining experience from start to finish. read more

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We always have delicious sushi at Roka, but last night we had excellent service with our meal. Eric did everything he could to make our anniversary extra special. I'd give him 10 stars if I could. The Hamachi jalapeno roll was amazing! Highly recommend. read more

This place is pricey BUT well worth it! Make sure that you are making reservations ahead of time because it is packed on the weekend. This was my first time at Roka but my husband has been there before for a private event. He said it is one of his favorite Japanese restaurants in the city. SERVICE: our waiter was amazing. He was very knowledgeable about the food and he gave us great recommendations. He did not disappoint us! FOOD: We started with the wagyu beef and kimchi dumplings, toro tartare, and the grilled diver sea scallops. All three starters were delicious and flavorful. We got two rolls-- the dynamite scallops and the crispy spicy tuna. AGAIN, the rolls were amazing and super fresh. Our favorite was the lobster tempura. It is not on their main menu but it's on the Omakasa menu. We did not do the Omakasa experience but instead ordered it separately. It is expensive-- around $65 but I will certainly get it every time I am there. By the time we got our main meal, we were stuffed! So it was a good thing we shared an entree. We got the prime New York Strip with the truffle aioli and the Japanese mushroom rice hot pot. The New York strip was cooked to perfection, and the rice was buttery and melted into your mouth. DRINKS: we orders the blood orange margarita. It was strong, just how we like it. Overall, we enjoyed the food and the ambiance of the restaurant. We will definitely be back but only on special occasions because it set us back around $450 for the two of us. read more

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Good service but took a bit more than a min it felt like. Menu is a bit overpriced but the presentation is decent.

Food was amazing!! (They had halal options) EXTREMELY friendly service Nice looking environment Had sushi and steak read more

The dining experience at Roka Akor was great. From their diverse menu items to their service and ambiance, we had a great time at this restaurant. Some star dishes were the Japanese mushroom rice hot pot (very different, almost like a mushroom risoto), Serrano chili roll, dynamite scallop roll. read more

Roka Akor - Chicago - Hamachi Serrano Chili - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Celebrated my friend's birthday with their signature omakase and loved the taste of everything! Lobster miso soup: very refreshing and unique Burrata cheese with sesame bread: so good! The pairing worked very well Sashimi assortment and scallop roll: good overall but was not impressed with some of the sashimi Yuzu miso marinated black cod with sweet corn: excellent! the fish was tender and flavorful. I liked having a bit of pickled red onions in every bite. The corn was a good palate cleanser Steak: a classic. The sauce that came with it made it taste even better Japanese mushroom rice hot pot: it was my first time having a dish like this. It was definitely a comfort food Dessert platter: a show stopper! As someone who loves desserts, I was so excited and shocked by the variety of desserts on the platter. My favorite was the ube dessert and the lava cake Overall, our experience here was great. Highly recommend for any fun occasion with friends and family read more

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It's our annual girls' trip, and my bestie picked this restaurant--great choice! We had an amazing night. The food was absolutely fantastic. You have to try the wagyu dumplings, the robata grill octopus, and the Korean-spiced lamb--each dish was better than the last. A special shoutout to Gary--he was super attentive, helpful, and had a great sense of humor (plus, my bestie thinks he's so cute ). Thanks for making our night even more memorable! read more

So glad I finally got to try this place. I came by on a Saturday night and it was so lively. The service was excellent and our waiter had really great recommendations for us. We ordered the Crispy Squid, Hamachi Serrano Chili*, Spicy Tuna Roll and the Wagyu Beef. Let me just say the wagyu melted in our mouth and had so much flavor, I HIGHLY recommend trying it. I got too excited and forgot to take a picture before eating it. For dessert the waiter recommended trying the Ube pot and I was so surprised how much I loved it. I was hesitant since I'm not much of a fan of Ube but I swear I debated licking the bowl. The drinks were ok but food was definitely the star of the show. read more

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This is definitely one of my favorite sushi restaurants in Chicago. The ambience is very chic. The kitchen area is open and you can see the chefs making your sushi. I am a big fan of the spicy fried tofu and the vegetable tempura. The grilled pork belly just melts in your mouth. The chocolate cake is the main highlight for me. The service is fast and the servers always have great recommendations. Do try the chefs special too. A must place to visit! read more

Super sexy, super friendly staff and great service! Let's start with the service - I was pleasantly surprised with how nice and accommodating Stagg were, from the valet on down. I stress that because often times venues downtown Chicago tend to "judge a book by its cover", if you catch my drift. On to the food, it was excellent! Wait let's back up, there are options on options on options. It's rare that you run into restaurant with such a variety of options. I went with the wage dumplings, lamb chops and their rice that they fix up at your table. Definitely will be coming back. read more

SOOOO fire. The food was amazing I especially loved the hamachi and the dumplings. Tried uni for the first time and didn't disappoint. Also delicious and great deal for the lychee martini bottle. We were able to sit outside on the street which was lovely and service was fast. Love it when things come out as they're ready as well! 10/10 would come back read more

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We went to celebrate our anniversary and it was incredible! We decided to try the signature Omakase and WOW! The quality and amount of food (2 people) was amazing. I stated in the reservation that it was an anniversary celebration and they brought us complimentary champagne with dessert! We were served: -3 starters (one not on the menu) -5 different sashimi (4 pieces for each =20 pieces!) -maki roll -one robata grill dish -one seafood dish -two sides -a huge dessert sampler If it's your first time visiting or you want to try a lot of different dishes, you should definitely try the Omakase. We had cocktails and wine. I would recommend sticking with wine. read more

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The atmosphere and dining experience were great! Our server gave us amazing recommendations and seemed very knowledgeable about the menu. We ordered family style which allowed us to try a wide variety of things off of the menu. My personal favorites were the wagyu sirloin with bone marrow, the toro nigiri, and the mushrooms! The yellowtail sashimi cold plate was underwhelming, but overall I was very satisfied and really enjoyed my dinner! Also, I recommend anything with the soy butter!! I would definitely go back to try the omakase experience! read more

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Absolutely LOVED the service and food at this place. We made a reservation, marked it as a birthday (because we were celebrating two birthdays), and didn't think anything of it. However, our server made sure to make the night special by giving us some complimentary bubbles and dessert to celebrate. I've never had a restaurant be SO giving during a birthday (especially since most seem to ignore the celebration occasion when making a reservation). The atmosphere was great for any type of celebration/meal out. We sat on the "outside patio" which was basically just tables on the closed street under a beautiful tent. It was gorgeous outside and there were lots of doggos walking by for us to admire. On top of all of that, the food was amazing and unique. And the pricing was pretty fair. 10/10 would definitely recommend. P.S. Make sure you get the ube dessert and bone marrow!! read more

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The signature escolar sashimi was amazing and a great deal for the price. The octopus was good, not great. The asparagus side was huge and considering how thick the stalks were it was cooked perfectly without any of the stringy texture you can get with large asparagus. The teriyaki chicken was also delicious. The service was fast and our waitress was very helpful for deciding menu items. The decor was nice but for a more upscale place it didn't give the cohesive, escapist ambiance I am looking for.Lots of little things like cleaning supplies being visible downgraded it a little bit. For me, that's something that would disappoint me somewhat for a special occasion dinner. But all the food was delicious and there were a ton of things on the menu I wanted to try so I would definitely come back. read more

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Incredibly rude staff, and managers. Threatened to tow my car while simply trying to run into the venue and make a large reservation. Did not make reservation, will go anywhere else. Would not recommend. read more

The issue with payment has finally been resolved. We have nothing but good things to say about the food and ambiance.

Restaurant Week 2022 Review: Came here during the final weekend of restaurant week where we got to indulge in a banger of a curated menu in a upbeat spot with great aesthetics and an inviting crowd. For starters we were served the Crispy Tuna Maki, Yellowtail Sashimi and Kimchi Wagyu Dumplings of which the Tuna Maki took the cherry of the cake for us. It was light, fresh and had the perfect crunch without feeling intense making it super moreish. For mains, we were chose the Yuzu Miso Marinated Black Cod, Wagyu Sirloin with Soy Butter, and were served a shared side plate of Soy Butter Sweet Corn. My pick of the cod was an absolute stunner because of how beautifully the cod was prepared and served in the pretty leaf and the perfect balance of the Yuzu and Miso marinade and the side sauce with a hearty fistful of sesame seeds made itself very present throughout the dish which only enhanced it further. Ended on a sweet note with the Molten Chocolate Cake which was absolutely divine with its dark and rich cocoa flavor along with a small dollop of ice cream. The Ube Cream Pot tasted like an ube flavored vanilla custard/ pudding and was accompanied by a few fresh berries. Shoutout to the Red Vino recommended to me by our server. It's called Niner and has the perfect body and citrus notes that paired beautifully with all the seafood I consumed. Definitely would return for the Black Cod Entree, a glass of Niner and end on the Chocolate Cake! read more

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I've been to this place multiple times and it has yet to disappoint. I've done the signature omakase and it was truly worth it! Yesterday, I tried all new items than my previous visits. I started out with the roll, which was better than I expected! My go to is always the dynamite scallop, but this is a great option in case you're in the mood for a different one. The pork belly was pretty good too, tender, though a little too fatty. I tried the lamb chops, which were bomb, along with the corn which is soooo good! Lastly... the Ubé dessert! I have no clue how to describe it, just know it's a must get!! My waiter was amazing (wish I knew his name), and whether you choose to sit inside or outside, the experience and ambiance will be amazing! read more

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Had to think about this one for quite some time. Maybe expectations were set too high but I left feeling a little disappointed. I'll start by saying the vibe here is great. It's got the bells and whistles of a top tier trendy spot and will impress any guest you bring. Modern, chic, and sexy with the open kitchen that perfumes of smoke from the grill, its got charisma I'll give it that. Service is what you'd expect from a moderately pretentious spot, nothing short of excellent. On to the money maker, the food. This experience is based off the omakase tasting which was a good representation of everything they had to offer from land to sea. I'll just say it, the food is okay. The cooked food is far better than their sushi or raw items, which is where I hold my grudge. The sashimi and nigiri were subpar in quality, meaning at this price point, I'd expect no stringy fibers in my fish which were in multiple pieces. The rice was poorly executed on the nigiri and was mushy and not properly seasoned, along with a terrible rice to fish ratio and poorly cut slices atop the rice. I felt like I was eating at an ayce where they try to fill you up with rice and sloppy cuts of fish. The oysters tasted like they were washed of all its natural liquor which made them taste bland. The snow crab claw tasted frozen one too many times and water boarded. /endrant. What saved the entire experience from being a complete fail was the cooked portion. This is where they shine. All the cooked foods were executed and done to the expectations I'd hope for at a place like this, though still overpriced for what you're getting. If you're big on sushi and experienced, this ain't the place for it. I'd come back for their cooked foods only but with that being said, I still feel cheated that this place is considered a sushi restaurant. So there's my take and I'm sure not a lot of people will agree on it but maybe yall just don't know good sushi #respectfully. Stay fat mother suckers read more

The atmosphere and food was amazing! The service was great too. I went with a random dinner party and had a great time. I'll definitely be going back. read more

Fantastic restaurant. Definitely lives up to it's hype. Food is amazing. Everything we ate tasted incredible. We had about 14 of us there so ended up ordering a bunch of dishes to share. Then all got main dishes as well. I had the wagyu but someone else had the lamb cutlets. I tasted them and that was by far my favorite. Was a surprise favorite! Service was a bit slow but restaurant was beyond packed. And we weren't in a rush. Great spot in the city. Highly recommend for client dinners, date night, bday dinners or GNO dinner. read more

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Highly recommend! The off menu Wagu, to the chicken and pork belly are to die for! Alea is an amazing waiter with the perfect recommendations! Her attention to our palates was spot on! William, the GM, was attentive too! A seat at the counter, is a must!!! Best seat of the house! The chefs...omg! read more

I've always seen this place around, but never came here until recently. I am glad I did because this place did not disappoint. Restaurant design is fantastic with the open kitchen and the place is bustling with action. To eat: -Wagyu Beef and Kimchi Dumpling: amazing flavors and a good kick of spice as well -Salmon Avocado roll: classic sushi and tasted so fresh -Prime Skirt Steak (8oz), Sweet Garlic Soy: can't go wrong with a skirt steak, it was a good amount for the amount of food my party ordered. Also pre-cut for you to make it easier to share. -Yuzu Miso Marinated Black Cod, Pickled Red Onion: I was pleasantly surprised by this dish. It was presented to perfection and it tasted even better. Comes with a sauce and pickled red onion for some texture and added taste. -Japanese Mushroom Rice Hot Pot: I have never had something like this before and it was such an amazing combination of flavors. A variety of types of mushrooms. This is a must order!! Would definitely come here again! read more

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My husband and I had a lovely meal at Roka Akor for my birthday. Let's cover why it wasn't 5 stars 1st. One slight negative was that the music was very loud in the restaurant. I know people enjoy music, but I have a hard time in a crowded restaurant with loud music being able to hear who I am dining with in conversation. The second slight negative was that we weren't thrilled with the dessert options on our tasting menu. They weren't bad, just nothing to write home about. Now for the excellent parts of our dinner at Roka Akor. The restaurant itself is beautiful on the inside- I love the huge windows looking out onto a bustling Chicago restaurant-filled street. Our server was excellent- friendly, kept our beverages filled, and explained each course well. We decided to do the decadent Omakase menu and we were so glad that we did. I love trying new things and love not having to make all of the decisions so tasting menus are for me. We particularly enjoyed the sushi/sashimi courses on the menu and each course was delicious. Our cocktails were also tasty. I would happily come back here in the future. read more

Really phenomenal sushi restaurant. Everything from the quality of the fish to the ambiance and environment of this place is amazing. I always try to visit whenever I'm in chicago! I was here awhile ago on a very busy night with my family, the wait was taking awhile and we were starving. The chef sent out a roll on the house as an apology for the delay in our dishes. We thought it was such a kind gesture, never expected but deeply appreciated. read more

First of all, they can make the omakase tasting menu vegan. Second, the vegan omakase is AMAZING and extremely filling. Included was: shishito peppers, a tomato salad, roasted skewered vegetables, miso lemon(?) broccolini, fried spicy cauliflower, mushroom rice hotpot, andddddd spicy fried tofu. I 100% recommend. everything was so flavorful and i ended the night so full, i couldn't even finish everything. I went with 5 other non-vegans who got the regular omakase, & the servers made sure to point out the vegan dishes & explain what was taken out to ensure it was vegan. Again, HIGHLY RECOMMEND. read more

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The best restaurant I've been recently. Went for restaurant week. Exceptional dishes. Great portions. Immaculate service. read more

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Where to begin... It was the first time my husband and I did the chef selection "omakase" and we went all out and decided to do the decadent option. My husband opted to get his with the wine pairing and we were extremely pleased with our choice. The staff here was amazing.. one of the friends we went with was pregnant and a vegetarian and they easily modified a omakase for her as well. At first we were worried that she didn't seem to getting as many plates as us but we were wrong and her food was just as delicious as ours. Everything about our experience here was top notch and each course was cooked and plated to perfection. It was a memorable dining experience for us. read more

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Visited here for my birthday and it did not disappoint! Everyone greeted us with kindness, our waiter was helpful and patient. The food was phenomenal! I think the sushi rolls were decent, the lamp chop was delicious and cooked to perfection. The ube dessert was soooo sooo good! I was not a fan of creamy dessert as it can taste too rich to me. But the ube dessert was perfectly flavored and the texture was so smooth and not overly rich. I was not a fan of the tiger prawn appetizer- it tasted just like any other shrimp tempura I've had so I wouldn't recommend that. read more

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Visited for a birthday dinner. The staff greeted us immediately, all were very friendly. Service was great. Table was a little small, but our waiter knew to pace the plates. Typically, I see waiters/waitresses deliver all at once regardless of table size. The blood orange marg was amazing. Not sweet at all which I appreciate. The octopus app was perfectly cooked. I could've did without the potatoes in the dish. Chef Sashimi was THE BEST I've ever had. Each fish was buttery and paired with authentic wasabi. No need to use soy sauce. The wagyu and bone marrow was good. It came with a side of mayo base sauce, but the Wagyu was so flavorful by itself. I recommend eating it by itself. The bone marrow was good though I could use less of the tempura. Overall great experience. read more

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Everything here was delicious! My husband and I came here during restaurant week and we loved every single thing we had. Our waitress mentioned that the portions were small and recommended for us to get an appetizer/maki. We did as she recommended and we got the seared salmon roll. It was delicious but we didn't think we needed it, the amount of food that came with the restaurant week menu was sufficient. We had the following: Serrano chili maki - delicious and just the right amount of spicy. Wagyu beef dumplings - melt in your mouth delicious. We had 2 other appetizers but I can't remember their names. One of them was a white fish that was so good, perfectly seasoned and melted right in your mouth. For our entrees, he had the wagyu steak and I had the black cod. In my eyes, the cod was the clear winner. Probably the best cod I've ever had in my life. For dessert we had a lava cake with ice cream and chocolate pearls, also delicious. For drinks I had the Roka Fashioned, so so so so good! My husband had a mezcal drink that was delicious. Overall, highly recommend this restaurant. The food, drinks and service were top notch! read more

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Great experience - shishito: not spicy. The flavor is what you would expect - dumpling: good flavor. But not as special as i expected. Came in five pieces for share. Did not taste any kimchi as in the description though - squid: great - lamb: this is what I came here. Never disappoints!! So yummy. And the sauce sent well with it. So was the wine that our waiter Garry recommended us. Went really well with the lamb - great wine selection and superb service! Thank you Roka Akor we had a great night read more

Roka Akor - Chicago - Crispy Squid, Chili, Lime**; Japanese Shishito Peppers, Ponzu, Bonito Flakes**; Wagyu Beef and Kimchi Dumplings, Soy Vinaigrette** - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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went here with a group of friends, and we ordered the sushi and sashimi special, which was brought out beautifully presented in a family style format. I felt comfortable with consuming raw fish because the fish was fresh as could be and presented on ice. The conversation among our group was easy, and the server was very friendly and accommodating. I would recommend this place for an adventurous group dinner with friends! read more

Roka Akor - Chicago - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This the second Roka Akor location I check out and just like the last location, this location did not disappoint. We actually sat at the bar and our bartender was extremely attentive, knowledgeable and helpful. The ambiance is simple yet elegant and classy. The food, every single dish, was excellent. The pork belly appetizer was my favorite. Thank you. read more

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We started off the meal with grilled pork belly and fresh Tataki served with the shaved truffle and daikon Next, we had a rich, creamy mushroom rice alongside the best lamb dish we ever had. The Korean spiced lamb cutlets singlehandedly changed Mo's view on lamb We closed off the meal with A5-10+ Takamori that quite literally melted in our mouths read more

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Super pretty inside. Good service. Food didn't wow me but it was good. Of visiting Chicago again I probably would try something different read more

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