Great location right in the middle of the Loop. Super convenient and a nice spot for lunch. Prices…read morewere very reasonable, especially considering the generous portions. The staff brought us water while we were waiting and checked on us. I tried the char shu miso zaru soba. I'd never had soba in miso broth before, so that was interesting. The noodles were slightly overcooked for my taste, and while the broth had a strong, flavorful profile, it leaned a bit salty. The pork could have been more tender, but overall the dish was still decent. At $15, it felt like a fair price given the location. We also ordered the chicken curry rice, which came in a huge portion, also $15. The flavor was good, and the katsu was solid with a nice chicken to breading ratio. Definitely satisfying and great value. Overall, a solid lunch option with generous portions and reasonable pricing in a prime location.

Located near Union Station, this sushi restaurant is family-ran and has large seating space. We…read morevisited on a Wednesday for lunch and the place was not crowded at all. I figured most customers ordered takeout. They have a large menu ranging from sushi to ramen and soba. The order was placed on a machine. We ordered a light box which came with 12 pieces of nigiri of chef's choice. The fish tasted fresh and came in large pieces. The tonkatsu pork ramen we ordered was huge and had plenty of meet. The lunch costed $38 but well worth it for the portion. We were very stuffed at the end.

Ive been here more times than I can count and its easily one of my favorite sushi spots in the city…read moreI was just there last Friday with a friend and once again everything was perfect from the attentive seamless service to how beautifully each dish was presented Every bite was delicious I also love the modern design of the restaurant and the incredible views of Chicago it really adds to the whole experience The space has an intimate relaxed vibe that keeps me coming back Definitely one of those places I will be visiting again very soon

3 of us back for a marvelous dinner with great views, beautiful decor, great service, and of course…read moregreat food. The quality of the food is very noticeable. We wanted to have some sake and asked for help. Their sommelier was very helpful and recommended the Snow Tiger Yuki Tora which is unfiltered and looks like milk, but it went beautifully with our food. We started with Edamame which had a perfect char. The grilled Avocado was a pleasant surprise with the char flavor and great spicy sauce. You get a spoon to scoop out the avocado and it's sliced so it works with chop sticks. By the way everything is great for sharing which gives everyone a chance to try the wonderful menu. Then we attacked the main menu. The Wagyu Nigiri, the must have Bluefin Tuna Crispy Rice, Crispy Spring Rolls and I drank the juice with the Hamachi and Lemon. Now it's time to figure what's next! spicy Tuna roll, triple tuna roll, the incredible Wild Mushroom sizzling rice bowl and it is sizzling! We're nearing the end! The Unagi and the Black Cod couldn't have been any better. It melted in our mouths. Think we're finished, we saved room for dessert! The Miru-Ishi and Black Sesame Mochi. We're finished! Maria was a great server and was very attentive!

Wow! My friends took us to this restaurant while we were visiting Chicago, and it was amazing. We…read morehad a reservation and did show up about 15 minutes late. The hostess said we could still be seated but another reservation was coming an hour later. I had never had okonomiyaki before, but I got to try three different kinds plus some yakisoba. We ordered four dishes and shared them among the four of us. We got the pork belly yakisoba, pork osaka style okonomiyaki, shrimp osaka style okonomiyaki, and the mushroom and yuba Hiroshima style okonomiyaki. My favorite dishes were probably the pork ones, but I really liked trying all of them! When our waiter asked if we wanted dessert, we said how the hostess told us we would need to leave by a certain time for the next reservation. However, he said we could order dessert anyway. I thought it was weird the hostess was being so finicky about the time, since usually 15 min late is within reason. We did get the red panda. It's mostly ice and a little ice cream, but it was very good and so cute! I would definitely come here again! It is a bit loud if you have anyone in your party who has trouble hearing. You are also quite close to other people in the restaurant.

Our little fam had such a great, cozy weekend lunch here. The restaurant wasn't busy or packed, and…read morethe host and staff were so friendly. We really enjoyed the Beef Osaka and the pork belly soba noodle stir-fry - both were yummy and satisfying. The red panda shaved ice with ice cream was also a huge win for our toddler. Overall, we had a really nice experience and will definitely be back.

I've been coming here for years and I can't believe I've never written a review! This place, is…read moreprobably the best Japanese food in the Chicago area. The food they prepare uses fresh ingredients. The uni they serve is huge, creamy and sweet. I always order their uni toro tartare because it's the best! The food is innovative yet stay grounded in flavors. Hospitality is top notch and the decor is warm and inviting. I've never had a bad dish there! Highly recommend for date nights or small group gatherings!

Had a great experience at Kai Zan, was looking for my first omakase and came across them, very…read morehappy with the choice. The service is dedicated to each party inside, small but functional space where you genuinely feel taken care of throughout. Each course was explained in detail before every bite which I appreciated, and the craftsmanship behind each piece showed in their open kitchen. The kind of flavors you reminisce on shortly after finishing, wishing for more. The yellowtail stood out the most had me order an extra piece after the omakase wrapped up, highly recommend. No old fashioned on the menu but the beer I had alongside served as a solid palate cleanser between bites. Finished the night with the lava cake warm, fluffy, paired with ice cream and just enough to top it all off. -Mr.

By far some of the best sushi I've ever had and the way it just melts in your mouth is absolutely…read moreexquisite. The interior is divine and the service was impeccable. I came here to celebrate my anniversary, and they even gifted us champagne for the occasion. Our server was so attentive, always on top of what we needed, and everything came out right on time. One of my favorite dishes on the menu is the Momo Maki. For nigiri, I absolutely loved the hamachi (yellowtail) and the akami (bluefin tuna). I also tried the Yakitori Don, which is a grilled chicken thigh over rice with a soft poached egg and it was so flavorful. Another must-try is the Tsukune Dango: chicken dumpling mochi rice topped with a soft egg and truffle mustard, it was so delicious! I also had the Mishima skirt steak on skewers and it was tender and cooked perfectly, though the flavor was a bit mild for my taste. Overall, an unforgettable dining experience and I cannot wait to come back!

Came back for another amazing lunch. One of my favorite interiors, wonderful, attentive service…read more Tried the scallop Motoyaki, Omakase nigiri, and the burger. Scallop had such a distinct flavor and texture, I wanted to lick the shell. It was pricey but it was a flavorful experience. The Omakase was also amazing, the fish were mostly new to us. I loved trying new the fish, with varying texture and flavors. So good! Kind of spoiled us for quality. The burger is legit one of the best in the city. Bold claim with how many killer burgers exist, this Momo Royale stands out with Asian flavors and a bao bun, complementing the rest of the theme. The fries were also banging, using a Japanese sweet potato. If you haven't tried them, eat these or buy them and bake them. Like a tastier, less sugary sweet potato. The work so well as fries. Definitely coming back to try more items on the menu. Or order the same things.

Had our new years eve dinner here and we got seated quickly and the vibe was great!…read more We ordered a few things off the daily specials menu and was pleased to see the discounts at the end. Everything was good, but my favorites were the chicken skewers as the chicken was super tender and the smokiness/sauces on the skewers were really flavorful but not overwhelming. We got drinks and ended up ordering a decent amount of food, which was a little pricey but we decided it was worth it for the holiday.

The food at Izakaya Shinya was worth a try! I love how you can order so many smaller dishes to…read moreshare, but I do feel it is a little pricey for what you get. The chicken and onion was our favorite since it was juicy, and the green onion paired with it so well. The presentation of the dishes was very nice as well since they come out individually and sometimes even on a grill. The service was decent; they greet us right away and brought out the food relatively quick. It was very cramped in the restaurant, so it's a little hard to come here in a big group. The ambiance was absolutely beautiful inside though! It gave off a Japanese bar decor, and I loved how they were playing Naruto and Demon Slayer on the tvs.

Obsessed with Sushi-San. Their rolls are so fresh, and select ones are only $6 during HH! The spicy…read moretuna and the avocado crunch are both a 5/5! Thoroughly enjoyed their crispy rice as well, solid 4.7/5. Only thing this restaurant could use is a patio! Dim lit dining area. Service was just okay. Busy Thursday HH!

Great spot for sushi!…read more Came here to celebrate my birthday while in Chicago and had the best experience. Reservation was easy to make through Open Table and I would request booth seating as it can get chaotic in the main dining room. Lychee cocktail (5/5): really enjoyed this, perfect if you love lychee and a strong drink. Banana milk punch (3.5/5): this was a little too sweet for me but it was good. Food (5/5): we got the seaweed salad, yellowtail carpaccio, mixed tuna set, 12 piece assorted nigiri, and some additional à la carte pieces and everything was fresh and delicious. Butter Cake (5/5): omg this is a MUST, one of the best butter cakes I've had. Will definitely be back the next time I'm in Chicago!

First time here and our server Ann made the whole experience amazing and was very helpfulread more

Me and my wife visited the downtown Chicago location of Guy-Kaku Japanese BBQ and we both give it 5…read moreStars for quality of food customer service and pricing. Our server was Outstanding her name is Por ask for her very professional and knowledgeable about the menu. Great place.5 Stars.

One of the best Omakase experience I've ever had. I booked last minute during a Chicago business…read moretrip and was able to get a seating for one: I came at my time and had a drink alone at the bar and had an awesome conversation with the bartender Brandon who shared some stories about Japan with me. I was seated at the sushi bar shortly and to my surprise I had the chefs table all to myself! It was very beautifully decorated and clean and got to meet Chef Shoji. I was well taken care of by both the staff and Chef Shoji and he meticulously explained every dish and we chatted about everything from his time in America, Japan, and even shared some of my life stories. All in all the dinner service was about 90 minutes with maybe 12-15 or so dishes? I was absolutely satisfied and more. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience having personalized service!

We didn't eat at the omakase, only the main dining room, but the food just wasn't great. The…read moreservice was amazing and the restaurant itself was very pretty but the food was pretty bland. The wagyu katsu was like an over cooked hamburger patty, the sushi lacked flavor and the nigiri (though the portion was significant) had zero rice and some bones in the fish. I don't know if we came on an off night but this was definitely not the quality or taste of food we would have expected.

Probably one of my favorite sushi spots in Chicago! The fish was super fresh and the service was…read morereally kind. The sushi itself was honestly really good - like the spicy tuna roll?? So solid!! It was unique but also really savory and packed with umami. Definitely one of the highlights for me. I also tried the mentaiko udon. It was a bit salty for my personal taste, but I can totally see why it's popular. It's one of those dishes that's definitely worth trying at least once, even though I probably wouldn't order it again myself. Overall though, the quality of the fish really stood out. Fresh sushi, good service, and a great spot if you're craving sushi in Chicago.

My boyfriend and I are both certified sushi lovers and this was our very first sushi date together!…read moreThere is plenty of street parking outside, and it's hard to recognize the name as it's written in Japanese outside but the font is big, bold, and blue. There is a good amount of street parking outside and pretty easy to get a reservation especially on a weeknight. The service was great and ambiance was warm and inviting. I loved all the rolls we shared, especially the spicy tuna roll as it was soft, savory, and fresh. Everything was presented well. I will say it was a little overpriced for the portion size though.