Best salmon nigiri in Chicago. Fresh sushi ingredients. Service is excellent. Great location and very calming ambiance. Offer purple yam ice cream for dessert. read more

Kameya - Purple yam ice cream. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's a very small and cozy spot for dinner. They have an extensive menu of sushi, ramen and many more options. The menu is a bit off which is weird, the online menu has different options than the one in person. They have gluten free ramen options which is always a plus, I got the seafood ramen with miso broth and I took out the mussels and salmon. It was good but not the best ramen I've had. read more

Kameya - Shrimp ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great Sushi at Kameya! We were able to walk in on a Saturday night and snag a table. Very small restaurant, only a couple of tables inside and out. I loved my salmon paradise roll & chicken gyozas. Friend said the sweet potato roll was delicious, but skip the side of noodles. read more

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My gf recommended Kameya and I'm glad she did because the ramen was really really good, the fried chicken had so much flavor, I didn't want to finish it. Our server was kind and helped me understand the menu. The ambiance isn't much bc it's small but it is nice plus there's outside seating that looks romantic - hopefully the weather allows you to sit out and enjoy. Definitely check this place out, especially if you're a ramen lover. read more

Kameya - Chicken Katsu Ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We decided to stop in after a day exploring Lincoln Park! The cozy, intimate setting was perfect to enjoy a warm bowl of ramen. We started with the cheese balls, which were an inventive take on crab rangoon. I enjoyed the crunchy exterior, sweet sauce on top, and warm cheesy filling. They definitely needed some help with seasoning, but the soy sauce on the table helped add the perfect touch of salt and umami. I ordered the Vegetable Gyoza Ramen, and was very happy with my choice! As a pescatarian, I loved that they had a choice of veggie broth, and a few ramen options I could try (unlike many ramen places I've been to). I was excited to try the gyozas and thought they were a great addition to the dish! I ordered mine spicy, and although there was a rather hearty scoop of chili paste, I was missing some spice for sure. Next time I will definitely order the extra spicy, and hopefully that will have the kick I was looking for. The broth although pretty tasty, definitely needed some help with seasoning as well. I added lots of soy sauce and that was the perfect touch to add some depth of flavor to the soup. The noodles had a great chew, and the veggies were cooked well. Overall, the service was great, and we enjoyed the food and cozy ambiance. We will definitely be back if in the neighborhood and craving some ramen! read more

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We stumbled upon this cozy Japanese restaurant after shopping around the Lincoln Park neighborhood. Though the space was a bit small, the inside was very intimate. The walls were nicely decorated with fairy lights and interesting chalkboard drawings.  What we ordered: Kameya pork belly ramen: pretty good! It tasted great on a cold Chicago night. The broth, pork, soft boiled egg and noodles were all cooked nicely. The portion size was fair Salmon hosomaki: standard, great as a side/appetizer to share I'd definitely come back if I'm around the area! read more

Kameya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really great bowl of ramen with satisfying rich broth and super soft slices of bbq pork belly. I got the signature Kameya ramen, which was honestly amazing and now ranks in my top favorite 3 ramens near the city of Chicago. All of the components of the ramen were perfectly made including the pork, the broth, the soft boiled egg, and the noodles. Would definitely come back again if I am in the mood for ramen! read more

Kameya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Intimate sushi spot in Lincoln Park with great nigiri and sashimi. I've been to Kameya twice and both times I have had a pleasant experience. The waitstaff is attentive and friendly and the food is fresh. If you dine-in call ahead as there are only about six tables in the restaurant. I have tried their rolls and they are good but the nigiri and sashimi are the standouts. Oh and get the miso soup too! read more

Kameya - Fatty Salmon nigiri, Toro nigiri, Hamachi nigiri - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We went there on a Saturday evening and the staff told us that it was a 5 minute wait. I thought it was funny and why not! There are valentine's decor up and it's so cute and romantic! I also really loved the twinkling fairy lights but I was sitting against them on the ledge of the window. It was not uncomfortable per se; it was just very narrow and inconvenient especially with all the big winter coats. They got a bit busy but the staff were still very friendly and service was great nevertheless. We got the Takoyaki, Kameya Ramen (extra spice on the side), Kameya house roll, and Godzilla roll. The ramen was chewy and there was depth to the broth, pork belly was a little overcooked. The makisushi were delicious and the presentation was beautiful - each table had a different picture on their plate. I also got pork gyoza and 911 salmon roll to-go. The gyoza was so yummy  (so was the salmon roll) even after I microwaved it a day later. The wrap was soft on the sides and crunchy on the bottom and the meat inside was not dry. The bill wasn't too bad for how much we ordered; it was ~$30 per person. read more

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Unfortunately my photos are blurry. We had an excellent dining experience here. Strongly recommend the mango martini roll and dragon roll. Spicy salmon was also great.... Really think you can't go wrong. VERY quaint place so don't expect any large restaurant vibes. Also they didn't serve alcohol but do allow you to bring your own in. Would go back in a heartbeat read more

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This is easily the best Japanese food I've had in a very long time. The sashimi (tuna, salmon, white tuna) were all so fresh. The hamachi collar was to die for. Age dashi tofu was excellent. Everything was just fresh, tasty and delicious. And the service was outstanding. Our first time, but certainly won't be the last. read more

Stopped here while restaurant hopping for a quick bite - Really glad we did. Located in a nice, prime part of Lincoln Park, the restaurant is small but cozy and intimate. A dim restaurant, but decorated very nicely with lights with a calm ambiance. Tables are quite close to each other. You can make a reservation but I don't recommend coming with a large group (more than 4 people). The staff was very welcoming and nice. Our server was kind enough to seat us right away, even without a reservation. This is a great place to try out a bunch of sushi on the menu. I've heard good things about the Ramen as well. We tried the 911 Tuna Roll and the Dragon Roll. Very, very fresh sushi. Their 911 sauce is amazing if you're a fan of spicy. Combining it with the wasabi makes it even spicier. The sushi bar is right in front so you can see the chefs prepare the dishes. Would have ordered the plum wine but they were not serving alcohol at the moment but they did welcome BYOB and there is a market right across the street. Definitely coming back to try more. read more

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Was expecting much better food for how good the reviews were... the tuna tatake appetizer was decent but the kameya pork belly ramen was very average. Moreover, someone else at my table ordered edamame as an appetizer (which should be super easy and quick) and after 30 min it still didn't come even though he followed up with the server several times. The appetizers are also a bit pricey. read more

Kameya - Kameya Pork belly Ramen + Tuna Tatake - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My first time having ramen! The broth was phenomenal, the taste and texture flavored by the seafood. Noodles were cooked very well too. Seafood was a little bit overcooked (particularly the shrimp), but flavorful. Sushi was good, with many different varieties. Everything is super fresh and made to order. That said, this isn't close to the best sushi in town. Overall, a very good experience. Note: this is a tiny place with eight tables. Make your reservations in advance! read more

Kameya - Seafood Ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really good and fresh sushi! Sat outside and it was very nice. Staff was really friendly and accommodating to all our food allergies! read more

Kameya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Small shop in a safe, happening neighborhood. It's a beautiful historic area with plenty of shops and places to get food and beverage. Service is incredible, but the food is spectacular. My friend had the ramen, which I tried and can confirm it's also incredible. The sushi does not need any soy sauce or wasabi. Seriously, it's perfectly balanced, fresh, and delicious Will be coming back read more

Kameya - Taro ice cream - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Very good onion rings yes onion rings and the sushi wasn't bad either although I can't remember it right off.

Great restaurant! My kids love the food! It's a great place for takeout in addition to eating in. The fried chicken appetizer dish is a must. Their noodle soups are really good. I also enjoyed the appetizer that looks like a taco. read more

This restaurant charges a 3.25% surcharge on your bill. When we asked to remove it, the manager put the teenage server to challenge us on KEEPING the surcharge. In all my restaurants in chicago the surchage is a shameless ploy to get more but once recognized the restaurants are usually fine in removing it, but not this restaurant! We wanted more money going to the servers and not the restaurant. If they want 3.25% then embed it into your menu prices right? Ultimately the manager came out and asked for "cash" to remove the surchage. We left a 25% tip for the server. Shameless and cowardly manager to hide behind a young server in defending a surchage. We felt terrible for challenging the young server but hopefully the tip made it right. read more

This cute little restaurant is located in Lincoln Park on a very busy/popular street. Our waitress was good overall. She seemed a little annoyed when we weren't ready to order within the first couple of seconds I arrived but she started to soften up as time went on. I ordered the dynamite roll and the spicy tuna which were high quality and yummy. I felt like prices were fairly average for sushi. read more

Kameya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Very good lunch spot. Pricey but food was very tasty and high quality. Staff was courteous. On different sources it says it's closed from 3-4, but this is not the case--they're open during that hour. We had the beef ramen (rich broth and perfectly cooked noodles), sushi B platter, and dynamite and lava rolls (highly recommend). read more

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SO good! Ordered delivery and it came pretty quickly (within an hour) and everything was still hot and fresh. Literally every single thing I ordered was incredible. The mango roll was by far my favorite. I could eat that roll every meal for the rest of my life. Also highly recommend the cheese balls. The only thing to note is we ordered the bbq pork buns and they were bao buns (vs the traditional version of a pork bun) - still great though! read more

Kameya - Right sweet potato roll, left mango martini roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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So glad we stopped here! We ordered the cheese balls, lava maki, and dynamite maki. Everything was SO GOOD. The cheese balls were so unique like a mix between a crab Rangoon and pakora?!! Their practices during rona were also great. We were seated outside, the host wore a mask, and the menu was a QR code. Definitely come and enjoy the excellent food. Such a hidden gem! read more

Kameya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was running an errand around the neighborhood and decided to have dinner here. The reviews seemed solid so I gave this place a try and I am so glad I did. Even though it seems this place is mostly for takeout you can still come and get a table. We got a small table for 2 in the middle of the restaurant but it was perfect. I love small restaurants like this. I knew it was legit when I saw the fresh seafood displayed. I started with pork gyoza which was good but not the best I've had. However the Kayema ramen was so delicious, Japanese pork noodles and pork belly make a fabulous combination. My brother ordered the salmon paradise roll and it was as he described "one of the best sushi rolls" he ever had. The addition of lime on top really set it apart from any other sushi roll I've had before. All in all great experience and our server was nice and helpful. I am visiting Chicago but if I was a local this would be my to go Japanese spot. read more

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So good 10/10!!! I always get take out from here and it's one of the best places in the city for affordable &high quality sushi! read more

Kameya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Excellent food and reasonably distanced outdoor seating for those who are still COVID conscious. I highly recommend their signature Kameya ramen--the broth was seriously amazing. I also had their 911 tempura roll (your regular crunchy tempura with hot sauce on top) and their housemade purple yam ice cream. Everything was delicious and I will be going back. My server, Maddy, was also kind and attentive--if you're lucky, you'll get waited on by her! read more

Kameya - Kameya ramen--BBQ pork! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We had the ramen with pork belly upon the recommendation of the owner. Glad I got it. The pork belly was succulent and the broth was flavorful. The ramen was cooked perfectly and the meal was joyous and filling. read more

Kameya - Pork belly ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Was highly recommended by my boyfriend to try this sushi spot if I ever went to Chicago so we made time in our trip to come by. We came here a little early on Tuesday. The chef was kind enough to let us in early since it was freezing cold outside to wait and skim through the menu. They're a small little restaurant near starbucks & the dry cleaner that probably seats only 16-20 people. Environment is very cute. Dark ceiling with fairy string lights. Restroom is the size of an airplane bathroom. Very cramped so not suitable for parents with kids if they have to go in with them. Was recommended their salmon toro so we had ordered 2 rounds each, also gotten the hamachi belly, kameya B and shrimp tempura. Their salmon belly was fatty. You can tell the difference when you order their regular salmon vs their toro cut. I felt like I've had better but their salmon toro definitely was good as well. It didn't fully melt in my mouth but still buttery. Some cut was VERY fishy. Hamachi belly was better in my opinion. It wasn't as fishy compared to the toro. Shrimp tempura batter was good but I felt like the batter was a little undercooked. It wasn't as crispy and you can taste that the batter was a little mushy. I liked their kameya B platter as you were able to sample a little of everything. Their white tuna was very delicious. It was probably my favorite nigiri on the platter. Their spicy tuna was different than what I'm used to. It didn't have the same dark red colored paste and wasn't as spicy. It almost tasted like they used canned tuna with some minor sriracha which wasn't bad either cause I don't often like spicy tuna rolls. The chef kindly gave us miso soup to enjoy with our meal and I have to say, that was the best miso soup I've had at any sushi restaurant. It wasn't overly salty and had a good amount of seaweed and tofu. It definitely complemented each nigiri well and helped settle my stomach from overeating. We were the only 2 eating inside the restaurant and had a couple of people who had stopped by for pick ups. I thought it was funny that we came before their server because the sushi chef served us the entire time until a female later showed up and grabbed our plates at the end. Sushi chef was super friendly. Customer service was great but again, we were the only table. He was super friendly and made us feel welcomed. Highly recommend this place for anyone who is looking for good sushi. read more

Awesome family owned restaurant! The Kameya family really knows how to treat their customers well and provide excellent food- you can really tell that most of the diners are frequent and loyal. We were greeted well upon dining, and served like family. The atmosphere is quaint, nicely lit, and cozy. We started with some appetizers- tempura shrimp and veggies, tuna sashimi salad, and gyoza. I especially liked the salad, and the other apps were yummy too. We also ordered a few rolls, including the rainbow roll and house roll. I was pleasantly surprised at how fat these rolls were and how fresh the fish was! Definitely a lot more filling than I anticipated. To finish off our meal, we had the seafood ramen, which was very very spicy but absolutely delicious. The seafood was plenty in this excellent dish, and I wish I had more room in my stomach to finish it! We had to leave some leftover...sigh... So as you can tell, we left kameya with more than happy stomachs. What a great meal! Will be back soon for some more awesome sushi. read more

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The service was not great. Our server did not understand our order very well and then left before we got our food. We had to ask for another server. The food was decent, but I don't plan to go there again based on the experience. read more

My nephews and I were visiting Chicago on vacation, and we walked by this place. I was a little bit skeptical because there was nobody in the restaurant, but it was early. The employees were very friendly, and they were good to make recommendations. My nephews are quite picky, and they were very happy with their selections. We ordered fried potstickers, a ramen bowl and a rock and roll. read more

Kameya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

5 signature rolls: Dynamite, Lava, Dragon and more. Delish! Lots of flavor! Service was good. read more

Kameya - Cheese ball and spring roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Always an amazing meal! The food and service is on point. And the perfect comfort food on this rainy evening. read more

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The staff is really friendly! the food was great! and I'm honestly so happy with the way my experience turned out! it looks beautiful in there and it's so calm inside. read more

Kameya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The hamachi kama is what you need to try here. They season it so perfectly and cook it until a light crispy layer develops on the outside, yet the inside maintains a tender and juicy consistency. It's heavenly! This place also stands out for its wonderful staff, especially our server who is the sweetest lady. Sushi here is pretty good too, although I thought the unagi sauce was a bit to salty, I really didn't need to dip my sushi in any soy sauce. There's not many tables inside as the place is very small, but there's not much of a wait and plenty of street parking. read more

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Had three really great meals here recently. Twice outside (to take advantage of the warmer weather!), and once for delivery via ChowNow. Everything was consistently excellent! We will definitely be back. read more

I spotted this place earlier this past summer and thought it looked adorable, and then went here for dinner recently on a whim. I'm a big fan of sushi, so I was obviously psyched! The space is small and seats about 20 people inside with some tables outside as well during the warm months. Because of its size, they do not take reservations, but delivery and takeout is available. The ceiling inside looks like the night sky: it is painted black, with white stringed lights pinned to it. It's adorable. My boyfriend and I walked in around 7:30 on a Wednesday night and easily found a table for two. I was excited just by looking at the menu, and noticed there was also a chalkboard with the "catches of the day" listed as well! TO DRINK: I ordered a bottle of Asahi Dry, because you *have* to while eating at a Japanese restaurant! My boyfriend got a large bottle of Kirin, for the same reason: ya gotta! TO START: We ordered fried gyoza (5 pieces) and he had a house salad as well. If you're looking for a recommendation for an appetizer, I'd say the gyoza is great for two people, because the sushi is filling! FOR OUR MAIN COURSE: I wanted ~all~ of the rolls, but I know I get full easily, so I ordered the Mango Martini Roll (crab, cucumber, avocado, mango sauce on top, lightly fried), and a classic rainbow roll. My boyfriend got the catch of the day Oyster rolls, which came served in actual oysters, along with the 911 Tuna (extra spicy) and the French roll (comes with cheese on it!). These were all extremely unique, and we loved every single one! Kameya was a fantastic new option for a sushi night! read more

Amazing food! We were recommended to this restaurant by a nearby shop owner! Seated right away, super nice server(so sorry i didnt catch her name, but she had dahlia piercings) I had some of the best kotsu ramen ive ever had here! read more

Kameya - Chicken Katsu Ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My sister and I were craving some ramen and decided to stop by and try this place. We were blown away by the amazing service, attention to detail and deliciousness of the food. The ramen and sushi was some of the best we had ever tried in the city and we will most definitely be returning for more. Thanks for an amazing experience Kameya! read more

Kameya - Veggie gyoza ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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It troubles me to have to leave a bad review about this place because they went the extra mile to give me a vegetarian free snack with "order greater than $25", however, I got the Sushi/sashimi plate and the pieces were absolutely halves of any size I've ever purchased anywhere. On top of that, the yellow tail was very old. My friend got the teriyaki salmon and it was questionably aged and drowned in sauce. Vegetables were lackluster (microwaved?) as well. Exercise caution ordering takeout sushi...I spent $60 and still had to go pick up Mediterranean down the street. read more