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My go to spot for take out! Takes less than 10min, I rarely ever have to wait once I've arrived!
Great spot for byob sushi. Came on a Friday night with 2 friends and had a good time. It was pretty empty in the dining room (most people were sittinf outside), but the server was just lovely and wonderful. I thoroughly enjoyed a spicy tuna roll and green turtle. I really appreciate that they do not charge a corking fee for the wine we brought. Would come back.
I got the sushi platter and the Chicago roll to go. Very quick service!! Overall this was eh. I would not recommend to a big sushi lover. The salad was fine, it would have been nice with iceberg lettuce. The nigiri was okay, the fish quality was not the best. The Chicago roll was the best part but didn't blow me away
There are no words! I had the Kentucky hot sandwich and the mac & cheese. I am one step closer to Heaven.
I cannot in good conscience recommend this place to any true Yelper, mostly because of unfriendly waitstaff. The food was fine, just nothing wow about it. Maybe take out would be a more pleasant option. I walked in during lunch hour last week, the entire staff was sitting at the sushi bar eating and there were no customers. The host welcomes me as she gets up from eating, mouth still chewing and walks me to a table. I point out that it's dirty with bits of rice still present. She walks me to another table, this one is clearly not bussed from whomever ate here earlier with soy sauce streaks, and now I'm feeling like Goldilocks!! I point to a table that at least has a window view and requested she wipe it down. Oh the look of scorn in her eyes said it all! I should have left then but I was craving sushi and tried to give the benefit of the doubt. Although I have never been to Kai before, I did take mental note when I was out with friends and we passed it, one of them said it was a great lunch spot. I digress... I immediately noticed the menu was soiled but asked for the lunch specials. She flips the menu over pointing to the options on the menu. I tell her I need a minute. Almost 10-minutes pass. I end up walking up towards the sushi bar and the whole staff turns to look at me - AWKWARD!! I announce I was ready to order and the same girl says "ok what you want?" "I'll take the sushi roll lunch special" I say. One guy jumps up from the sushi bar and walks around to the kitchen. A few minutes pass then miso soup and water are brought to me. The girl said "excuse me, what sushi you want?" I say again "I'll take the sushi roll lunch special." Now this girl says "you no tell me what sushi, I no make nothing" yeah this really happened. In hindsight I should have just left but I pointed to which rolls I wanted and she wrote them down on her notepad and shuffled away. I truly hope it was a lack of communication, clearly English isn't her first language, but still the whole dynamic was rude! I picked a tempura crab roll and a spicy yellowtail roll, each 8 pieces. They arrived together on a platter ($15). Not completely filling but an adequate portion for a midweek lunch. The girl never checked on me or asked if I needed anything else. I walked up to the counter to pay my bill and for the first time in a very long time I did not feel a tip was justified. Without even so much as a thank you from any of the staff for my business I left. Kinda makes me wonder how they stay in business treating customers this way.
It's a pretty good neighborhood sushi spot. Our favorite roll is the Hamachi Special Roll. For the price, the food isn't bad. I think the sashimi was pretty large. And I like that they prepare an orange for you at the end. Service is barebones but it's a small shop and the workers are friendly. The otoro was still a little frosty when we got it but I think they give generous fish slices for their sashimi so the value is there.
I'm picky about my sushi and have to say this was really good!!! It seems small but it's a great small neighborhood spot. Would highly recommend their scallop special roll. All the rolls were perfectly cut and everything tasted fresh. The service and staff were fast and friendly. I'd come back!
I really wanted to like Kai Sushi, but it was a disappointment. The miso soup had a very strange taste -- not the comforting flavor you expect. The sushi itself was just okay, nothing memorable, and definitely not worth coming back for. With so many other sushi spots in the area that are fresher and better, I won't be returning here.
it's perfect down the street from our house. mango salmon roll was well made and the service was fast. we sat on the outdoor patio it was clean. nice to people watch. they have coke products & mochi ice cream
Just moved into the building and I'm loving this place! Have had the super crunchy roll, ocean roll and cucumber salad, can't wait to try it all!
I've been to their state street location multiple times and was happily surprised to see that they had also opened up a location in river North! I ordered my favorite, the ocean roll, and it was just as delicious as it usually is from their state street location. The staff was attentive and kind. The only feedback that I would give is that the day that I dined here, for some reason there was several fruit flies that kept hanging over our table, which was distracting and detracted a little bit from the meal.
I love this spot and have gotten takeout multiple times. This time I sat at the sushi bar and enjoyed some of my favorite dishes. Service was great and friendly. The Chicago fire roll is fresh and tasty. The salad is a nice size with fresh veggies and a tasty ginger dressing. The tonkatsu ramen is delicious and a huge portion. Everything is always great here! read more
I really liked Kai's sushi!!!! The fish was fresh and the rolls were pretty big for an affordable price. My one complaint is that when ordering through doordash there is not an option to request extra ginger & both times I've ordered they barely gave me any ginger. Other than that I thought Kai was great!!! read more
Great spot for byob sushi. Came on a Friday night with 2 friends and had a good time. It was pretty empty in the dining room (most people were sittinf outside), but the server was just lovely and wonderful. I thoroughly enjoyed a spicy tuna roll and green turtle. I really appreciate that they do not charge a corking fee for the wine we brought. Would come back. read more
I got the sushi platter and the Chicago roll to go. Very quick service!! Overall this was eh. I would not recommend to a big sushi lover. The salad was fine, it would have been nice with iceberg lettuce. The nigiri was okay, the fish quality was not the best. The Chicago roll was the best part but didn't blow me away read more
1 year ago
There are no words! I had the Kentucky hot sandwich and the mac & cheese. I am one step closer to Heaven. read more
Ordered the scallop special, salmon avocado, shrimp tempura, dynamite and tuna avocado roll. Not the best quality sushi I've ever had but you can't beat the price at around $10-$16 per roll. The scallop special was the best one and I would order it again. read more
I cannot in good conscience recommend this place to any true Yelper, mostly because of unfriendly waitstaff. The food was fine, just nothing wow about it. Maybe take out would be a more pleasant option. I walked in during lunch hour last week, the entire staff was sitting at the sushi bar eating and there were no customers. The host welcomes me as she gets up from eating, mouth still chewing and walks me to a table. I point out that it's dirty with bits of rice still present. She walks me to another table, this one is clearly not bussed from whomever ate here earlier with soy sauce streaks, and now I'm feeling like Goldilocks!! I point to a table that at least has a window view and requested she wipe it down. Oh the look of scorn in her eyes said it all! I should have left then but I was craving sushi and tried to give the benefit of the doubt. Although I have never been to Kai before, I did take mental note when I was out with friends and we passed it, one of them said it was a great lunch spot. I digress... I immediately noticed the menu was soiled but asked for the lunch specials. She flips the menu over pointing to the options on the menu. I tell her I need a minute. Almost 10-minutes pass. I end up walking up towards the sushi bar and the whole staff turns to look at me - AWKWARD!! I announce I was ready to order and the same girl says "ok what you want?" "I'll take the sushi roll lunch special" I say. One guy jumps up from the sushi bar and walks around to the kitchen. A few minutes pass then miso soup and water are brought to me. The girl said "excuse me, what sushi you want?" I say again "I'll take the sushi roll lunch special." Now this girl says "you no tell me what sushi, I no make nothing" yeah this really happened. In hindsight I should have just left but I pointed to which rolls I wanted and she wrote them down on her notepad and shuffled away. I truly hope it was a lack of communication, clearly English isn't her first language, but still the whole dynamic was rude! I picked a tempura crab roll and a spicy yellowtail roll, each 8 pieces. They arrived together on a platter ($15). Not completely filling but an adequate portion for a midweek lunch. The girl never checked on me or asked if I needed anything else. I walked up to the counter to pay my bill and for the first time in a very long time I did not feel a tip was justified. Without even so much as a thank you from any of the staff for my business I left. Kinda makes me wonder how they stay in business treating customers this way. read more
1 year ago
It's a pretty good neighborhood sushi spot. Our favorite roll is the Hamachi Special Roll. For the price, the food isn't bad. I think the sashimi was pretty large. And I like that they prepare an orange for you at the end. Service is barebones but it's a small shop and the workers are friendly. The otoro was still a little frosty when we got it but I think they give generous fish slices for their sashimi so the value is there. read more
2 years ago
I'm picky about my sushi and have to say this was really good!!! It seems small but it's a great small neighborhood spot. Would highly recommend their scallop special roll. All the rolls were perfectly cut and everything tasted fresh. The service and staff were fast and friendly. I'd come back! read more
11 months ago
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1 year ago
I really wanted to like Kai Sushi, but it was a disappointment. The miso soup had a very strange taste -- not the comforting flavor you expect. The sushi itself was just okay, nothing memorable, and definitely not worth coming back for. With so many other sushi spots in the area that are fresher and better, I won't be returning here. read more
1 year ago
it's perfect down the street from our house. mango salmon roll was well made and the service was fast. we sat on the outdoor patio it was clean. nice to people watch. they have coke products & mochi ice cream read more
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2 years ago
Just moved into the building and I'm loving this place! Have had the super crunchy roll, ocean roll and cucumber salad, can't wait to try it all! read more
5 years ago
I've been to their state street location multiple times and was happily surprised to see that they had also opened up a location in river North! I ordered my favorite, the ocean roll, and it was just as delicious as it usually is from their state street location. The staff was attentive and kind. The only feedback that I would give is that the day that I dined here, for some reason there was several fruit flies that kept hanging over our table, which was distracting and detracted a little bit from the meal. read more
11 months ago
2 years ago
Such a relaxing spot. Very good sushi and calm and quote atmosphere made me enjoy the most of my lunch read more
3 years ago
Have been twice and was pleasantly surprised both times......really great food, great prices and excellent service. The Chirashi Sushi was fresh and the presentation was beautiful. The Lunch Specials are a bargain with generous portions and they are delicious. Other than Sushi and Ramen, there aren't really any kitchen made items so it is a somewhat limited menu selection. And really, the only criticism I have is they play the music too loudly (its's a small space). Otherwise, I highly recommend this spot for good food and good value! read more
4 years ago
Cute local sushi spot with very good sushi. staff is always super friendly. usually get takeout but the BYO patio is fabulous in the summer. love not paying for delivery and being able to pick up from a local restaurant. the Don is the best deal on the menu. also love the scallop and ocean roll. read more
2 years ago
1 year ago
Delivery saved me on a rainy day. I ordered my first volcano roll since high school and was not disappointed. The seaweed salad was pretty good too. It laid on a bed of fresh greens, so I originally thought there would be more seaweed in my container. I appreciated the additional sauces provided. read more
3 years ago
Why do I keep ordering from Kai?.. A picture is worth a thousand words. Duuuuuuuuuuuuude...Salmon Roll read more
3 years ago
BEST SUSHI IN CHICAGO!!!!!!!!! This review is so grandly overdue!! On 21 January of this year, I experienced Kai for the first time. Ever since, I have ordered takeout from Kai at least three times weekly!! The food is fresh, beautiful, and plentiful!! The customer service is spectacular. Ploy, the chefs, and all of the workers simply blow all other sushi restaurant teams out of the ballpark!! AND THEY ALWAYS WRITE CUTE LITTLE NOTES TO ME ON THE PACKAGING!! I cannot offer enough divine words for this business. Roses are red, violets and blue, I love Kai Sushi, and you shall, too!! read more
2 years ago
I think it's a mainly take out place as we saw many doordashers but we were the only diners. Flaming VIP and yellowtail roll are our favorites! Not the best sushi but definitely one of our go tos! Staff is very kind! read more
I just ordered takeout from here and it was delicious! I had the crunchy tuna and salmon roll and it was good size order for 1 person. The crunchy tuna was my favorite with the shrimp tempura in the inside with tuna on the outside with a crunchy topping. The salmon was chunky pieces of salmon rolled in rice. I would order both again! I noticed 1 on the table next to me (super crunchy) and will order that next time. read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
I love this place! I've come in multiple times for their lunch special and always leave satisfied. The fish is always super fresh and the service is quick and friendly! read more
4 years ago
Great local Sushi place. Fish always fresh and staff provides great and friendly service. Prices are affordable (for Sushi) and they are quick! read more
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