Came here on a Sunday evening, and there was no line or wait. Was staying at the Hilton, and this spot is right next door basically. I immediately was seated (counter seating only). There was only one server/host and one person making hand rolls that night, but it was fairly empty so service was friendly and quick. I ordered 4 hand rolls and ended the night with a miso soup. I didn't think I'd get full off 4 hand rolls, but I think they are filled with a lot of fish, so I definitely left stuffed. I had the spicy salmon, yellowtail, Japanese scallop, and ended with uni (which was topped with caviar). The flavors were all good and fish tasted fresh. But the uni was my fave. SO much uni and so creamy and delicious. Only thing I'll mention is the menu doesn't say what each hand roll comes with (aka toppings, sauce) so if you have any allergies, tell your server just in case! They make the hand rolls one at a time for you like Kazu Nori in LA or Saru in SF. Then they serve it in front of you like an omakase experience. Everything was delicious, and I'd definitely come back next time I'm visiting Chicago. They give you good wasabi, the kind with chunky pieces! Prices were fair (especially compared to SF). read more

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OMG... This is completely different than most other sushi restaurants. It is really cool not only are the flavors out of this world. They make the hand roll right in front of you and hand it to you... role is crisp on the outside and warm on the inside! read more

If you haven't been to Roll Up by Oui yet, you are seriously missing out. What a gem! From the moment you walk in, the service is top-notch--the staff is incredibly welcoming, and attentive! But the real star is the food. The quality is outstanding; everything tastes incredibly fresh and is prepared with so much care. I was craving a quick sushi fix before my flight with all the traffic and came across this place. So glad I did. I inhaled most of my food so only had the opportunity to take these two pictures but this place exceeded my expectations! Whether you're a local or just passing through, do yourself a favor and check it out. You won't regret it! Amazing food, great vibes, and conveniently located. read more

Roll Up By Oui - Uni Toro Rice Bowl - HIGHLY recommend! - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Amazing food! (When it's in stock!) Fun vinegar spheres in the cucumber salad, Furikake fries are very tasty! Out of salmon! out of uni! Out of Gouza! The Blunt was super yummy! Jon had the sashimi and it was also very good. We also enjoyed the shisido pepper! read more

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Absolutely incredible experience and made for one of the best meals I had in Chicago. Ordered the five hand roll set and was served by Kevin, who was very friendly and accommodating for our visit. Stand outs include the salmon hand roll which tasted so fresh that it felt like they cut the fish right in front of me, and the true star of the show, the yellowtail hand roll. So nice I ordered it twice. Definitely stop by for a bite when you're in town. Coming from NYC, the food capital of the world, I am impressed. read more

Nice, calm vibe on a Tuesday night. Food was prepared and served with care. Flavors were clean so the ingredients could shine. I enjoyed a scallop hand roll as well (not pictured). Staff were friendly, professional, and knowledgeable about the food. They opened about four months ago. read more

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Great sushi spot in the South Loop! So glad we have this place nearby whenever we're craving sushi. The fish was super fresh and definitely did not disappoint. Both servers were friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. This spot could easily be a great dinner date place too. Only thing to note is there's bar seating only, but honestly we loved watching the chefs prepare everything right in front of us. Definitely coming back! read more

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Convenient location on Michigan Ave nearing South Loop, been there a couple of times now. Service is great, staff is always very friendly and attentive. Fish quality though has not been consistent, hence the 3 stars. We've tried salmon, tuna, toro, unagi, yellowtail, Japanese scallop, wagyu. Salmon was fresh both times but the other raw selections had been hit and miss. The chicken karaage was decent and the match tiramisu was delicious! Inside seating is limited, very zen decors and ambiance. I'd still go back especially if I'm craving for some quick handrolls, but will probably just stick to salmon. read more

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We've visited Roll-Up several times now, tucked away in a quiet corner of the Magnificent Mile, close to the South Loop. The ambiance is minimalist and serene, with seating for around 20 to 25 people. While it can get busy on Saturday nights, we usually go mid-day for a relaxed lunch, and there's rarely a wait. The hand-rolled sushi is some of the freshest we've ever had. I always get the three-piece hand roll combo and add a crab roll. The service is attentive, and while they do have a small alcohol selection, like Asahi beer, the focus is really on the food. If you go, keep in mind the drinks might be limited, but the appetizers are a must. We love the shishito peppers, and the wagyu hand roll is a splurge but totally worth it--24-karat gold plating, served warm, and so rich. Definitely a unique bite to end round of the evening. read more

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Came here on a weekday and was able to walk in easily. The interior is pretty nice and the sushi bar seating is comfortable and swanky looking. They have a set menu for their 'hand rolls' which I think they describe as equivalent to a maki roll so they're supposed to on the larger side. You can make some minor substitutions like a double of something in the set but can't bring in other varieties outside of the set. We got the 4 set and opted to swap the California with another Scallop. The price at $36.95 feels a bit high though for the variety. I thought the fish and how it was prepared was overall pretty good. My favorite being the spicy tuna and how it was prepared with crispy onions. The scallop are the baby bay scallops which was just Ok along with the salmon. I wish I swapped for 2 of the spicy tunas instead! I like the wasabi they use too - doesn't have that huge punch like the paste but it tastes better to me. We were still a little hungry after the meal so I would say overall the meal was OK to try. read more

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Popped in here because we were attending a conference at the Hilton and to be honest, the food wasn't very good. My colleague didn't eat that lunch so I took him for a walk to show what was around so he could get a bite to eat. New spot (relatively), and really well done. It's a long bar, they serve mostly hand rolls and other items here. Summer greeted us and sat us down. Since I had eaten, I went with a cucumber salad and a Diet Coke. It's beautifully decorated, welcoming to people, and set up so you can literally keep ordering if you need to. My cucumber salad had a creamy sesame flavor, which is different than the vinegary dressing I'm used to. Still enjoyable and the cucumbers were beautifully peeled and cut into pieces that made it manageable to eat without making a mess. The nori on the hand rolls was toasted and you could hear the crunch as my colleague ate. Caesar was making them, and he was happy to keep making more as my colleague ate like 4. Summer was friendly and professional. Kind of neat to talk with them about what they have seen since this place opened late in 2025. I think they'll do well in the summer when foot traffic is insane in the South Loop (I lived in Museum Park for 12 years). Support small businesses! They're right on S Michigan right near 8th street so you cannot miss them. read more

The food and service were excellent. The only challenge was the cost. Prices were high and we won't be able to frequent this place even though it's in the neighborhood. Wising them much success with those that can afford it. read more

Roll Up By Oui - Fresh wasabi - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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WOW! Had a lot of sushi in my life and can say this might be one of the BEST! From the FRESH wasabi to the warm soft seaweed wrapped hand rolls it's Amazing! Favorite is the bluefin negi-toro...and GREAT Gluten free availability ! read more

Pretty decent stuff. Fries are season well. Avocado roll was decent. Far from the worst & best I've had. Decent option if the area while taking in the sites in the park read more

Roll Up By Oui - Free avocado roll & French fries - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I didn't get to take a picture of my food since my kid scarfed it down as soon as we got home. The place is pretty new and would like to go back and actually sit down. We got 3 hand rolls (salmon,California and avocado) it's pretty basic but it's filling and was pretty good. It's good for takeout if you're planning a park day at grant park or beach day. I will come back and looking forward to the wagyu roll. read more

Roll Up By Oui - Menu - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This new spot has so many things going for it. Since it's a 16-seat countertop, it feels more of an intimate experience, and you can watch the person make the hand rolls in front of you! Our favs included the unagi hand rolls, scallop hand roll, cucumber salad, furikake fries and the blue tea. The fish was so fresh, and it melts in your mouth! The blue tea is unlike a tea I've encountered before--it tastes like sweet and creamy, but it doesn't have any milk it. Coming back to try the toro and wagyu hand roll next time! read more

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Mid at best hand rolls. Small but fairly mid. Went for dinner on a Saturday night at seven and we are the only party in the entire restaurant the entire time not a great look. The Mesa soup was really good. The french fries were eh - the hand rolls were just OK very flavor less. The unagi rice bowl was lucky in flavor greatly. Maybe for a quick business lunch or something, but would not recommend this for a evening dinner weekend experience - and it's all countertop no tables read more

The sushi was super good. I asked for my salmon to be cooked instead of raw and they did just that. Amazing customer service and food!

Staff was nice and hamachi sashimi was fresh, sweet and generous in size. My salmon handroll was a bit tough to eat eloquently but nonetheless delicious. Say yes to the fresh wasabi. Chicken karaage is a must try as well. read more

I really love the concept -- call it KISS (Keep it Simple, Sam) Sushi. No ten page menus. No special rolls covered in random goop. Just pure hosomaki (single sliver of fish tight wrapped in rice) with a few sides for your aged relatives that refuse to eat 'raw fish'. Execution has been spot on every time we have gone. The fish is delicious and fresh, the rolls are tightly wrapped, and it is packed in creative custom takeout boxes that exude a certain niche cool. The rolls are surprisingly filling, so you don't need a lot for a great meal. My only knock on the place are the prices, which I don't feel is competitive to most other sushi places in the area. Fortunately, they run promotions from time to time, which is when I usually partake. I have only gotten take-out, but from my limited experience the staff has been helpful and pleasant, and the interior looks clean and inviting. Give 'em a try! read more

Nice staff good special $19 for 3 rolls, two of your choice and the last is chefs choice read more

Roll Up By Oui - Cute spot, nice staff - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Went here for lunch to celebrate my daughter's birthday, who is four. We were all treated so well, and the staff was so friendly. My daughter loved the salmon hand roll, the miso soup, and lychee ice cream, as well as the pineapple oolong mocktail (not overly sweet at all!) I've had a lot of miso soups, and this was one of the best I've ever had! And the lychee ice cream had real pieces of lychee in it, I'd go back for this alone. Some of the other favorites for our crew included the bluefin hand roll, the yellowtail crudo, and the crispy rice fish tartar. The flavors were fresh, elegantly crafted, and exploded in my tongue. The fresh wasabi (NOT HORSERADISH!) made this place a must repeat experience for us. The restaurant just got their liquor license this past week, and the cocktail menu was seriously impressive. I had a cocktail with Matcha and Yuzu, and it was perfectly balanced, not too sweet, with a great mouth feel. A wonderful cocktail that I'll come back for 100%. Hope you enjoy this tucked away gem! read more

Roll Up By Oui - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great ambiance, opened up in the neighborhood! The service is quick and staff is friendly. read more

Roll Up By Oui - Miso soup and fries - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great roll ups. The uni was properly transcendent. Sushi is more of an experience where you don't so much have specifix memories as emotions. Everything raw was sweet and delicious, everything tempura was crumchy and perfect. Good selection of drinks. Real wasabi. A comfortable urban atmosphere with legit deep house music and wonderful service. Well, I liked it anyway. Twice. read more

Cozy place, handrolls were great and food service! My favorite was the eel and scallop handroll

One of my friends recommended this restaurant when I was looking for a place to host my birthday party. The owner was super responsive. I reached out to her a couple of weeks in advance, and she worked with us to hammer out logistics with the birthday decorations and cake prep. She also helped us order some off-menu items we wanted for the party. During the party, we also ordered items from their menu. We were not only impressed with the overall fish quality, but also the small details they put into things. They provide real wasabi, and serve really aromatic tea from Paris that I've not seen at other restaurants. The 9 of us really enjoyed the experience - we've been to omakases in LA, NYC, and Japan, and their uni and otoro is up there with the greats. It's so refreshing to find a non-omakase restaurant that puts a high focus on the quality of their ingredients without breaking the bank for us customers. It's also very cool that they do private events! My friends and I had a great time celebrating my birthday, and we will definitely be back! read more

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Spontaneously decided to stop here with a friend before a concert. They opened recently. The restaurant has bar style seating. The owner recommended the shrimp tempura roll and spicy tuna roll, which were very yummy. He also let us know we got free fries when we purchase a hand roll, which was greatly appreciated. The fries and spicy mayo were really good, but I wouldn't buy them myself at menu price. read more

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Super amazing experience! Such a nice place! Some much fresh fish in each roll! Recommed: Uni roll, Bluefine Toro, shrimp tempura! Crispy tartare rice is a must try. Definitely will come back read more

Roll Up By Oui - Crispy Rice Tartare Artisan Parisian Tea - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Delicious fresh fish, lovely decor, fantastic service, nice presentation, and fair prices. Definitely worth the splurge for the Toro tuna and California. The fries were great and the matcha tiramisu was house made and not too sweet, really nice. read more

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First time here. Food is amazing, and our server Amber was incredible. Will be coming back often.

I visited here three different times during my recent visit to Chicago for a conference. Every feature of the restaurant made me feel like I was in similar places in New York or Tokyo, where the line would be out the door to sit at the counter. Best hand rolls ever. The thin french fries with aioli and cucumber salad were also amazing. I could see the restaurant getting even better over time with more experience. read more

I went in yesterday for lunch. I was truly disappointed because typically I am satisfied with my meal. I learned they changed the menu. I was craving the edamame they previously offered but is now off the menu. I wasted money on a substitution that I couldn't even eat. I tried but It just wasn't good. I hate that they changed the menu so much read more

Must get items: negitoro handroll, unagi handroll, furikake fries, crispy rice, blue lait tea. Friend had a birthday party here, we ordered some of everything on the menu and they were really nice and let us do a custom menu for the party. The negitoro is maybe the best quality toro I've had in a handroll place. Tasted like they used otoro versus chutoro or a cheaper type of tuna. Also loved the wasabi (there were pieces of fermented? pickled? wasabi stem pieces that were crunchy and sooooo good). Off menu, we ordered kinmedai, nodoguro, amaebi, shima aji, otoro in advance just for the party and the chef was super nice and made everyone sushi/sashimi/handrolls based versions of whatever we wanted during the party. read more

The food and service was outstanding. I wish we had a restaurant like this back in PA. The rolls are super fresh and the tea was delicious. I will definitely be back. read more

Roll Up By Oui - Salmon roll - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Came in for lunch and ordered the Bluefin Negi-Toro, yellowtail and spicy tuna and they were all delicious and fresh tasting! Also ordered the skinny fries as an app and they were so good. Danielle helped us pick out the best choices and we really enjoyed our lunch. Had a Sakai and a beer too both great and loved how cold the Sapporo was!!! Even tho it was -2 wind chill outside! Go check them out! read more

It was our last day in Chicago for a birthday weekend, we stumbled on Rollup on Resy and boy did we hit gold. The handrolls were amazing especially the Bluefin! Since it was a birthday they also gave us some Matcha tiramisu, which was great as well, light on the sweetness which we love. Would definitely come back again! read more

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Happened to walk past yesterday with my baby for their grand opening and tried their cucumber roll (seasoned so well!), spicy salmon (10/10!), salmon roll (can't really taste the salmon much 6/10) and my daughter loved the furikake fries (light, crispy on the outside and right amount of fluff inside and not oily at all). Will def come back again to try their sets! This was just a snack :) read more

Delicious hand rolls! Very fresh and clean. Simple and delicious. Wonderful (and fast) service.

Got welcomed by the warm smile of server Bruce, who was handing out French-inspired ice tea outside of their door. Menu was easy to choose from since they made set menus for those wanting to make a full meal. Each one is amazing and exceeded expectations! Had to order a second set to split. Lovely neighborhood Jap-fusion spot! Matcha tiramisu for the win! read more

Roll Up By Oui - Matcha Tiramisu - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Eating at Roll Up By Oui was such an intimate experience! It was our first time trying a hand roll restaurant and this set the bar HIGH! The service was quick and friendly. The sushi was grand! Definitely recommend trying this restaurant out with friends or a nice date! read more

Roll Up By Oui - crab hand roll cut in half - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois