Such an amazing dinner for date night. We were able to be sat early before our reservation which…read morewas appreciated. Service was very attentive. Regarding the food, we had some of the best sushi we've had in a long time! The oysters were so unique with the foam and extremely fresh. The 9 piece nigiri platter was a great tasting. They had on special Sea Bream and Barracuda nigiri that blew our socks off. But the best part of this meal was the Tako Maguro roll. Something neither of us had ever tasted before and will be dreaming about this sushi roll for a while !

This place is. Never. A. Miss. My goodness how I've missed you Juno. Hands down my favorite sushi…read morein Chicago and that's saying a lot because there are tons of great choices. Phenomenally fresh and always beautifully and artfully executed.

Masterclass in sushi, but the hospitality falls flat…read more I booked Mako for a special occasion, landing a rare 6:00 PM spot. The 23-course Omakase ($890 total for two, including two drinks) was culinary perfection,exquisitely crafted, beautifully presented, and fascinating to watch from the bar seating. The restaurant's interior is clean, moody, and Zen-like with dramatic lighting on the prep area. It starts off pin-drop silent, but as the night progresses, the room warms up into a pleasant communal energy. Unfortunately, the service did not match the quality of the food. The atmosphere among the staff was cold and stiff. Roles were confusing (asking for a oaper napkin resulted in odd glares), and when my guest unrolled their wet towel (oshibori), a staff member scolded them for not "pinching" it correctly. Furthermore, after calling ahead regarding a birthday, I was told they couldn't accommodate a candle or small dessert. Handing out a signed paper menu at the end of the night feels like a cheap substitute for real celebratory effort at a Michelin-level price tag. The chefs are brilliantly trained, but the awkward hospitality and rigid micro-aggressions meant we left without that warm, satisfied feeling you expect from fine dining. Great food, but the overall guest experience needs work.

We went for my birthday dinner this year and wow did it ever over impress! The restaurant is TINY…read moreand we were seating at the counter with 3 other couples. The ambiance is reserved but comfortable and people were dressed from casual nice to more formal. The chef in front of us chatted a bit and was very friendly, happy to answer questions while he was prepping our next course. We had the matched wine courses as well and every one of them was a perfect hit for the course served. The service and the food were simple amazing. I would suggest this to anybody looking for the best Omakase experience in Chicago!

This was an amazing experience, I cannot wait to attend one of their limited seatings when I get…read moreback to Manhattan. 12 course omakase tasting menu and they played old school hiphop and rap from the 80s and 90s all night! My personal fav. Grafitti all over the walls and plush velvet furnishings. 1. Yellowtail 2. bluefin tuna 3. Salmon roe 4. Albacore tuna 5. Chopped toro 6. Scallops 7. Miso cod 8. Fluke 19. Uni 10. Otoro 11. Wagyu with uni 12. Tuna Hand Roll Sushi by BOU Fulton Market was perfectly intimate sexy and cool. The fish was fresh and delicious, and the chefs are so fast, and knowledgable! I love sitting at sushi counters and getting to see them work, I love the stimulation. Service was outstanding the chefs made wonderful reccomendations including their secret menu item ' The BIG MAC' Ambiance was killer and its a small space with limited seatings every night. Perfect for a sexy date night experience and great for talking !!

This rating is SOLELY on how I perceive the dollar value of the experience. There's too many…read moreamazing omakase options in this city to where this one I'm still left a little hungry, a little wanting for more unique flavors rather than just nigiri, and a little more broke!! I've been here 2-3 times and each time it's just because I've gotten such a strong omakase craving and my other go-to spots are full for the night but this one just doesn't do it for me. There's other less expensive, more innovative omakase places in Chicago, I promise Upside: Chefs are absolute gems. The vibes are chic, cool and intimate, so my boyfriend and I have gone as a date spot. We got the upgraded "bougie" package and a few additional rolls cause again, basic menu doesn't hit the spot. Taken a friend there before too also opting for "bougie" because we wanted more rolls, but we split some dumplings on the way home if you catch my drift lol. For a slimmer 5'4" gal (my friend being literally a 4'10" gal) with a pretty decent appetite but nothing crazy, that shouldn't be happening consistently!

I had the absolute pleasure of dining at Atsumeru in May 2026 to celebrate my wife's birthday, and…read morewe continue to rave about it daily. We checked in for our reservation, and the host politely wished my wife a happy birthday and mentioned our night would start off downstairs. We followed her to the basement. -- The basement was dimly lit, intimate, and cozy. The music was an upbeat jazz playing behind the bar, making it feel like a cozy living room with a private chef. The wine list was decent. They don't have cocktails yet as they just received their liquor license, but the Burgundy we chose paired well with our night. We cheersed our glasses, and the event started. Watching the chefs prepare the dishes behind the counter was like watching artists paint a picture, silent and beautiful. Our first course was crab, woodruff and apple. The crunchy texture and burst of flavor was the perfect start. Next was the wagyu, chestnut and katsuobushi. As a big fan of beef tartare, this was my favorite bite downstairs. The final bite downstairs was gjetost, onion, which was my wife's favorite. It tasted exactly like French onion soup in a single, decadent ball, with the onion and beef front and center. After this, we grabbed our drinks and were escorted upstairs to the main dining area. -- The room upstairs was upscale but not stuffy or pretentious, with calming music that set the mood. The chairs were incredibly comfortable, which I noticed right away. We were presented with some complementary champagne to celebrate my wife's birthday, which was a really appreciated touch. As we clinked our glasses, we started the main meal. The sablefish with corn silk and miso was fantastic, melting in your mouth with a great balance of savory flavor, a touch of heat, and a bit of crunch. Our second course was chawanmushi, trout, prawn and saffron, which was gorgeous to look at and had a welcoming mix of textures. The third dish was scallop, sudachi and fennel. I usually feel like scallops are overplayed at these types of restaurants, but boy, was I proven wrong. This was perfectly tender and probably my favorite dish of the night. The white wine sauce and citrus gave it a light feel, while unique bits of fried chicken added flavor and crunch. It might be the best scallop dish I've ever had. We also added the optional course of caviar, banana and beef. It was well worth the add-on, bringing a great harmony of salty caviar pops, sweet banana, and rich umami. The next course was mushroom, rice, yeast and egg yolk. You could really taste the Japanese and Nordic influences here with a full burst of umami. It wasn't my personal favorite, but my wife loved it, showing how subjective tastes can be. Next was the wagyu, koji and jus. They let you choose your own custom steak knife from a selection, which was an awesome, upscale touch. The A5 Wagyu had great flavor and was incredibly tender. The desserts were a phenomenal progression from savory-sweet to fully sweet. The foie gras, krumkake and cloudberry was rich, salty, and sweet, easily a favorite of mine. Next was the milk and pine dish. I usually roll my eyes when foodies say a dish transports them, but my tastebuds have been opened. With one bite, I closed my eyes and felt myself standing in a quiet, snowy pine forest. It was breathtaking. Our next course was sobacha, yuzu and cocoa husk, featuring a smooth ice cream over a nutty financier. The final course was three plates presented together: an explosive sea buckthorn bite with a fully liquid center, a Christmas-inspired ginger and speculoos cookie, and a meringue with hoja santa that my wife loved. Overall, these desserts were the perfect send-off. -- I'm excited to see this restaurant grow. I think they'll truly hit their stride once they have a full time sommelier and some cocktails on their menu. Thank you, Chef Devin, and your entire staff for an amazing experience for my wife's birthday. You are truly deserving of that coveted Michelin Star, if not two.

New restaurant, nice lounge area. I love the relaxing start of the evening at the lounge with a…read morewelcome drink and a few bites...Love almost all the appetizers and desserts dishes. Protein dishes were just ok imo, wish they end the protein section with a bit more substantial steak or fish dish. The trout is a bit fishy imo, but I do love the steam egg and the foam the dish comes with. They don't rush you through and atm it's byob which made the evening a nice experience.

Excellent food, fresh sushi, and outstanding service. Everything was delicious, the atmosphere was…read moregreat, and the staff was very friendly. We will definitely be back. Highly recommend!

Lord have mercy this place was AMAZING!! Me and my hubby went here for my birthday dinner last week…read moreand we were blown away. First things first the server was an absolute doll. Nice brunette woman I wish I got her name! She took great care of us and we sat at a fabulous booth near the front. The restaurant has a very chic & cool vibe. We ordered the crispy shrimp, edamame, chocolate mousse, and Kama roll. Oh and don't forget to get a Lychee martini!! YUM 10/10 recommend for drinks or a yummy dinner

I popped in for dinner. Was going to try omakase but it was pretty quiet so i decided to grab a…read morecouple snacks instead. The miso was good, a bit salty. The ginger house salad was delicious! Zesty and flavorful! This was the highlight of my visit. The squid nigiri was good. I would have preferred it not be torched but it was still good. I added the ponzu sashimi appetizer because the sauces sounded delectable. It wasnt quite as loaded with flavor and texture as Id hoped but it was still good. I would have loved a stronger essence of the accents of chili oil and sesame oils. My server Kaylie was a sweetheart, very warm and attentive. It was nice that they offer happy hour specials.

This place is amazing. Low-key, delivery is great. Very fresh…read more A great. Easy place to hit up. Sit outside if you can. Awesome set up.

Wow! What a wonderful spot! We came here to celebrate my birthday and it did not disappoint. We…read moremade reservations a few days in advance for a Saturday night and were seated right when we arrived. We tried a little bit of everything. We started with the brussel sprouts and followed it with the lemongrass beef lollipops, Wagu crispy rice, spicy tuna crispy rice, spicy tale of two tunas roll, and the massaman scallops. Everything tasted so good but the brussel sprouts and crispy rice are definitely dishes that are a MUST! The brussel sprouts came in a pretty decent portion - enough for 4 people to split. The crisp rice comes with four pieces and we did two Wagu and two spicy tuna...the Wagu were my favorite. The meat was so tender and basically melted in my mouth. For dessert we shared the Ridiculous. Since I was celebrating a birthday, they also brought out a special coconut cake dessert. When the waitress found out it was my golden birthday she brought us shots on the house too! Food was absolutely delicious. The service was excellent - shoutout to M for making my special day even more memorable! The vibe was also great - classy but comfortable.

I enjoyed a birthday dinner here with a couple girlfriends the other night. To start off, the…read morerestaurant has beautiful decor and ambiance, and they also gave us complimentary birthday sake shots and a signed birthday card which was incredibly sweet of them. We started off with the spicy salmon crispy rice, which came with 4 pieces and was incredibly well cooked and crispy indeed. We also tried the sweet potato caterpillar, which contained asian pear, avocado, black garlic teriyaki, and red pepper puree, truly a unique dish. For our main entrees, we tried the massaman scallops, which came with 4 scallops, curry, corn, okra, squash, and lime, which were beautifully cooked and complimented by the vegetables. We also tried the longevity crab noodles, which were a bit rich and tasty but short on crab. Lastly, we enjoyed a special birthday dessert not on the menu, which was bibingka with ube butter. We also tried the mochi, which was a nice way to end the meal. Overall, I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a beautiful ambiance and nicer meal in the West Loop.

We spent the day at the museum and also went to the botanical garden and was looking for a place to…read moreeat since we didn't complete our site seeing til later. We came by and didn't have any reservations and was luckily seated right away inside for a party of 5. The place was nice and cool with the AC blowing to help escape the heat!! The kids order ramen that they devoured and the misses and I ordered various sushi rolls which were delicious. The service was spot on - friendly, checking up on us, refilling drinks etc. it was a wonderful experience here and the food was great. Highly recommend this place!!

Took my daughter here where we were treated very well, fed well, and had a lovely time! The…read morerestaurant isn't very big but they do a nice job. All the food we tried was very fresh and good. My only problem at all was at the end we were ready for desert and the bill came instead. It wasn't a negative but we were both looking forward to sweets. We enjoyed our time and will be back.