Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Downtown Chicago

We've collected top 10 mentioned sushi places and restaurants in Downtown Chicago from other articles such as Cozymeal, OpenTable Blog, We Love Japanese Food.

Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Downtown Chicago

Sushi-san
Sushi-san
4.5 (1030 ratings)
Stylish spot with a long sushi bar specializing in sashimi, plus cocktails served in soda cans.
63 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
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Mentioned by OpenTable
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"From the team behind Ramen-San, Sushi-San delivers consistently delicious food that many think is some of the best seafood in Chicago. Located on Grand Ave in the River North neigh..."
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"Slogans like “hip hop and hand rolls” and “fresh fish with fresher beats” signal Sushi-san's hip, high-volume, clubby vibe (booths at the back are quieter). As a venue that's open ..."
Sunda Chicago
Sunda Chicago
4.4 (1844 ratings)
Hip spot for creative Asian fusion fare, sushi & specialty cocktails in a chic modern space.
110 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
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Mentioned by Thrillist
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"River NorthContemporary Asian with a dedicated vegan menuSunda makes it easy to eat vegan with its dedicated brunch, lunch, and dinner vegan menus (ask and you shall receive). Craft your meal from starters like shiitake edamame dumplings and an Asian pear salad, plus small plates like green curry squash and miso cauliflower. There’s even veg-friendly sushi options like the sweet potato caterpillar roll with roasted sweet potato, black garlic, Asian pear, and avocado."
KAI ZAN
KAI ZAN
4.8 (460 ratings)
Sushi bar & omakase menu featuring creative rolls by twin-brother owners in a small, BYOB setting.
2557 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
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Mentioned by Trip101
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"A post shared by KAI ZAN (@kaizanchicago) on Jun 19, 2019 at 2:21pm PDT. KAI ZAN is an elegant and cozy joint known to be the home of creative Japanese dishes that will leave foodies wanting more. The warm, relaxed setting is great for an evening of special treats and meals featuring tasty bites including sushi and many more."
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"Description: Kai Zan is a sushi bar with an omakase menu in a small, BYOB space (woohoo!). Be sure to try the "Kai Zan Favorites," such as the Fiesta Maki, a roll consisting of tuna, salmon, jalapeño, avocado, cilantro, masago, chili oil and lime juice. It is a literal ~party in your mouth.~"
Mentioned by hoodline.com
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"Chicago Ave. (between Rockwell Street and Maplewood Avenue), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the sushi bar, Asian fusion and Japanese spot 4.5 stars out of 1,030 reviews."
Arami
Arami
4.4 (335 ratings)
Contemporary sushi spot serving creative rolls & cooked Japanese fare plus sake, beer & wine.
1829 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
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Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Serving some of the city's best sushi, this warm, cozy room in West Town seems to encourage you to stay for hours, sipping sake and Japanese whisky. Start with appetizers like the chrunchy chicken karaage or the decadent roasted bone marrow served with ribeye tarare before moving on to sashimi, nagiri and maki selections. You'll find everything from bluefin tuna to Alaskan king crab on the menu, along with speciality items that can be accompanited by optional caviar supplements."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Arami is an elegant restaurant with a unique modern design for its interior. Its bright and vibrant setting and delicious menu options are some of the reasons why the restaurant is always packed with hungry foodies. Arami is a gem on the Chicago Ave strip."
TAO Chicago
TAO Chicago
4.3 (1390 ratings)
Soaring, glamorous venue featuring high-end Asian cuisine & cocktails, plus a posh nightclub.
632 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
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Mentioned by OpenTable
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"For those that have never heard the term “clubstaurant,” it could be time to visit Tao for a delicious education. Situated in the historic River North castle, Tao is set over multi..."
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"Tao Chicago opened with great fanfare in 2018, revealing an astonishing reimagining of a circa-1892 landmark in River North. The historic property, with its stone structure and arc..."
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"An outpost of the New York City original, TAO is a large two-level space with four private dining rooms and a large bar. Daybed sofas abound and the eclectic lounge is a perfect bl..."
Seadog Sushi Bar
Seadog Sushi Bar
4.3 (299 ratings)
Brick-lined Japanese BYOB spot with a modern menu of maki, sashimi & more plus a few cooked dishes.
1500 W Division St #3344, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
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Coast Sushi Bar
Coast Sushi Bar
4.4 (470 ratings)
Japanese entrees & creative sushi in a group-friendly setting with a bring-your-own-alcohol policy.
2045 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
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Mentioned by 10Best
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"With three locations, Coast is known for its high quality sushi coupled with outstanding service. Weekends can get loud and very busy, especially at its city locations. The Bucktown hotspot (BYOB) features a warm and sexy interior while its South Loop locale is a bit more stark and modern in ambiance."
Macku Sushi
Macku Sushi
4.4 (146 ratings)
Chefs craft stylish & modern sushi creations for dine-in or carryout in an intimate, sleek space.
2239 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Sushi restaurantJapanese restaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Macku Sushi can satisfy your need for a standard spicy salmon roll, but if you want something more adventurous, try the omakase menu. Chef Macku gets very creative not only with his presentations, but also flavor combinations, such as a spoonful of salmon roe with Pop Rocks. Hopefully you won't befall the same fate as Little Mikey from the Life commercials."
Mentioned by Chicago Favorites
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"For those who appreciate art as much as their food, Macku Sushi beckons to you. The elaborate embellishments with onion slices, truffle oil, tomato-mushroom puree, and fried garlic look almost too good to eat. However, you can also choose the less extravagant looking dishes that are also very flavorful."
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"Bon Appetit called Macku Sushi one of the top 10 sushi spots in the nation, so there's no doubt the Lincoln Park restaurant is a serious contender when it comes to the best sushi i..."
BITES asian kitchen + bar
BITES asian kitchen + bar
4.4 (408 ratings)
Asian tapas, creative cocktails & sake in rustic-chic environs with a fireplace & garden patio.
3313 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
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Fin Sushi Bar
Fin Sushi Bar
4.5 (346 ratings)
Pan-Asian BYOB spot serving Thai food & sushi in a contemporary space with outdoor seating.
1742 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Sushi restaurantJapanese restaurant

Top Rated Parks to Visit in Downtown Chicago

Polk Bros Park
Polk Bros Park
4.5 (910 ratings)
This smaller park at the entrance to Navy Pier features a big fountain, promenade & rolling lawn.
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Mentioned by Navy Pier
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"Polk Bros Fountain and Plaza at the entrance of Navy Pier greets children with an exciting 12,500 square foot signature fountain (during warm weather) with more than 150 programmable jets that mimic the movements of waves, schools of fish and flocks of birds. While at the park, kids will have fun posing with the vibrant “Meet Me at the ‘P’” art installation."
Mentioned by The Travel Sisters
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"Located at the entry point of the Pier, I have a love/hate relationship with this fountain. I love how happy it makes my water-obsessed toddler but I hate how long it takes me to coax him into leaving. The 12,500 square foot fountain isn’t just a regular fountain."
Union Park
Union Park
4.4 (850 ratings)
Longtime park offering playing fields, a pool & basketball courts plus a theater & fitness center.
1501 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
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Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"West Loop’s Union Park, located on 13.46 acres in the Near West community area, is the site for two of the city’s biggest music festivals: Pitchfork and North Coast Music Festival. The park has several large fields, often used for various outdoor sports. The history of Union Park is also quite remarkable—it’s the site of several political protests and demonstrations since the early 1900s, most notably the Great American Boycott and the 2006 Immigration Reform protests."
Mentioned by Localize
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"Union Park is a 13.46-acres park created in 1853 and became well known between the 1920s and 50s for cultural and social events. Today, the park features a field house with a theater room with stage, and a building with a gym, fitness center, and locker rooms. Outside facilities include tennis courts, swimming pool, playgrounds, an athletic field, and more."
Henry C. Palmisano Nature Park
Henry C. Palmisano Nature Park
4.7 (921 ratings)5 (5 ratings)
27-acre area providing interpretive wetlands, a fishing pond, athletic track & field & city views.
2700 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Mentioned by Thrillist
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"BridgeportWhen you think of Bridgeport, the first thing that comes to mind usually isn’t nature. And this park (nicknamed “Mount Bridgeport” and formerly known as Stone Quarry) fits right in with a 27-acre site that has transformed itself from quarry to landfill to park. Cruise the crushed stone running path and peep the fishing pond and wetlands as you stroll the grass amidst preserved quarry walls at this neighborhood hidden gem."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"Opened on the site of an old limestone quarry, Palmisano Park unfurls an urban prairie landscape with great views of the Chicago skyline. Locals come here to fish for bluegill in the lagoon in summer and sled the hills in winter. The winding walkways, made of recycled construction debris, are great for a stroll anytime."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Palmisano Park has gone from coral reefs to quarry to landfill to park. At this park, you’ll find a fishing pond, wetlands, preserved quarry walls, walking trails and more. There is also a giant hill, perfect for gazing over the park and all of its beauty."

Best Shopping Malls in Downtown Chicago Area

Brickyard Mall
Brickyard Mall
4.3 (4410 ratings)
Shopping mall offering big-box department stores, electronics & wireless resources & a food court.
2600 N Narragansett Ave, Chicago, IL 60639, USA
Shopping mall
Mentioned by Trip101
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"It was very popular during the ‘80s and locals are still loyal to it. It is easy on the eye, with lawns and trees, and brick walls. Nowadays, it still attracts people and offers plenty of parking space, with security, and convenient shopping."
The hip
The hip
4.3 (6024 ratings)3.5 (21 ratings)
Shopping mall dating back to 1956 with retailers, dining & services, plus occasional events.
4104 N Harlem Ave, Norridge, IL 60706, USA
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The Shops at North Bridge
The Shops at North Bridge
4.3 (7650 ratings)4 (38 ratings)
A mix of stores (clothing, jewelry, cosmetics) shares space with a food court & popular restaurants.
520 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Mentioned by Kev's Best
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"The Shops at North Bridge encompasses Nordstrom, Eataly with 50 stores and 20 restaurants across 6 city blocks. Dine-in at one of their restaurants or enjoy a quick snack at their delicious selection of restaurants like Café Nordstrom, Bhoomi Chai Co., Big Bowl, and many more. Visitors may also enjoy their shopping experience in-person, curbside pickup, virtual queuing, and in-store pickup options."
Mentioned by Elite Traveler
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"The shops at North Bridge welcome shoppers with an architecturally unique exterior: the façade of the 1928 former McGraw-Hill building. When it was demolished the stonework was dismantled, cleaned and repositioned at the site of the North Bridge Mall. Featuring anchor stores such as Nordstrom, Louis Vuitton and Hugo Boss, North Bridge promises a fabulous shopping experience."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"This mall on Michigan Avenue is all about fun, fashion, food and family. The Shops at North Bridge is a four-level shopping centre. It is home to over 50 world-class retailers: fashion stores, cosmetics, toy stores, electronics for tech-savvy visitors, and more."

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Downtown Chicago

Kusanya Cafe
Kusanya Cafe
4.8 (283 ratings)
A rustic-chic non-profit cafe & roastery serving coffee, breakfast eats & sandwiches.
825 W 69th St, Chicago, IL 60621, USA
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Mentioned by Eater Chicago
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"One of the most unique coffeeshops in Chicago, owner Phil Sipka came over from Robust Coffee Lounge to give Englewood a coffeeshop and alternative to fast food. He uses beans from Bridgeport Coffee. There's a small but dedicated group of people who show up for these early Saturday morning hours for some tranquility..."
Bite Cafe
Bite Cafe
4.5 (518 ratings)
Funky neighborhood BYOB featuring hearty American comfort food & vegetarian eats in a rustic room.
1039 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
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Mentioned by Do312
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"Recover from your late night at the adjacent Empty Bottle with Bite Cafe's eclectic brunch menu and bright, naturally lit dining room. You'll be feeling ready to take on the day in no time."
Pittsfield Cafe
Pittsfield Cafe
4.3 (727 ratings)
Familiar breakfast dishes & lunchtime sandwiches served up inside the historic Pittsfield Building.
55 East Washington Street Lobby, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
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Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"Put together your typical diner fare, Chicago-style hot dogs, and spaghetti and meatballs and you’ll get the Pittsfield Cafe’s huge menu. This place has it all, from “The Best of the Best Breakfasts” to chicken parmesan. Bring your picky eater or a group with diverse tastes here and everyone is likely to find something they love."
Mentioned by Travel Crog
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"Eat This, You’ll Like It: Le Croissant Sandwich – Sausage, Gouda Cheese, Eggs, and Caramelized Jam stuffed Croissant ($5.99). If you’re like me, you don’t want a frilly breakfast. You’re this close to skipping breakfast anyway, but you need fuel."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Downtown Chicago

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Homan Square
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Downtown
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