I am so sorry in advance, but I didn't take pictures while I was at the restaurant. Next time I go, I'll take some pics and add them to my review to update it! Sushi Nova is an AYCE style sushi joint, located in the northern half of the Loop at Franklin and Randolph. I work right by the office and encourage others to stop in after work for a bite. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is nice -- plenty of seats, nice views within and out the windows. I feel like a rainy or snowy day would be dreamy with delicious rolls and looking out their big front windows. I did an AYCE dinner special, and ordered edamame and a variety of Nigiri items to start: seabags, scallop, whitefish, and the surf clam. I especially loved the whitefish rolls, but all were good and I would've ordered more. I am not too adventurous with my rolls, I ordered some spicy tuna, spicy yellowtail, and salmon rolls. I like to keep it simple. Here's some good things to share: the rolls were good. Service also was good. There are a lot of AYCE places where the sushi doesn't taste fresh (there is a popular experiential spot that I find to be hit/miss). The food and hospitality was good, and I enjoyed myself. I am satisfied and enjoyed, and would definitely visit again when considering AYCE locations. read more

Called in a pickup order at 9pm, they close at 9:30 -- they kindly accommodated with no issue. Order was ready in 10 minutes, perfectly packaged with a generous amount of soy sauce and two ponzu sauces. Got the sushi appetizer, spicy crispy tuna signature roll, and sweet potato roll. Portions were really good. The food is well made, great presentation, and clearly put together with some care even on a last-minute order right before close. The spicy crispy tuna was the standout for me...bold, well balanced, exactly what you want from a signature roll. The sweet potato was a solid closer, nice and comforting. For a pickup spot that squeezed me in on a tight timeline, Sushi Nova really delivered. Would absolutely order again next time I'm in Chicago. read more

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Came with my boyfriend for a quick lunch during the work day and they did not disappoint!! We didn't have a res, but the restaurant is pretty big and we were able to sit very quickly. Our server was friendly and attentive. We did the AYCE menu and I was surprised that all the rolls they brought were FULL SIZE (at least 8 pieces each). I'm used to smaller portions for AYCE but I'm glad we came hungry. The total for both of us was around $60, which I think is very reasonable for the amount of food that we each ate. We got the octopus salad, cucumber salad, fried kalamari, shrimp tempura, the caterpillar roll, one of the dragon rolls (?), salmon avo roll, salmon and white tuna nigiri, and another that I don't remember. For dessert we also got fried Oreos and a scoop of matcha ice cream. The food was all pretty good and really filling. The AYCE deal for lunch was totally worth it, especially if you come hungry. read more

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I ordered a last minute delivery from Sushi Nova and got their party tray C as a supplement for a small party. This won't be my last time ordering their party trays that's for sure. I was impressed by the quality of the rolls and it was so convenient with the delivery. The tray has a good variety of different rolls, perfect for a get together with friends. All the rolls tasted fresh and were neatly presented. I think one tray is enough for an average of 3-4 adults. read more

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Definitely hits the spot when craving sushi! I went here with my husband and we got hot sake and sushi. Portion size was perfect and the sushi was delicious. We also got one "hot" sushi that was baked and that was my least favorite, but still good flavor. read more

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Thank you Sushi Nova (River North location) for my sushi dinner tonight. I got the Philadelphia Roll and the Rainbow Roll. They were well made, fresh, and tasted spectacular. I have anothere place to add to my fave sushi places list! 5/5 read more

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Probably the best AYCE sushi I've had so far. Great tasting and the price is not too bad I think it was $30 a person which is worth it if you have big appetites. It's also super cute in there and quick service. (We purposely ordered enough to get the boat plate, that was our goal LOL!) read more

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We stopped by Sushi Nova the day we moved to Chicago and had a great experience. The service was friendly, the sushi was delicious, and the portions were huge. I loved the inside of the restaurant with its ambient lighting. We loved sitting by the window and watching the city while we ate. It was such a nice welcome to our new home, and we'll definitely be back! read more

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this place is a joke lol. You have to order 1 roll per 3 sashimi in order to order any sashimi. I have never in my life ever heard of that at any AYCE sushi restaurant. The rolls are all just stomach fillers to get you to get full without getting any fresh fish. Do not recommend this place at all. read more

Service was fast and sushi was delicious! Bring at least 4 people so you get enough each round for the boat. I probably ate 5 lbs of sashimi. The also did a great job at accommodating allergies and making sure our allergy free rolls were separated from the rest. This place also had the best early 2000's music. It was seriously the cherry on top. It's a nice, casual restaurant. Loved how many appetizers were included in the AYCE sushi deal. Would definitely come again! read more

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Stopped into Sushi Nova for a quick to-go order and decided to give it a try since they've got a big menu and even an all-you-can-eat option. The service was relatively fast and efficient I was in and out without any issues. Unfortunately, the fish quality just wasn't great. The texture felt a bit off and not as fresh as I'd hoped for. It kind of had that typical "mid-tier sushi spot" feel, plenty of variety, but the overall execution was just okay. For the price, it's fine, you definitely get what you pay for. It's a decent option if you're nearby and want something quick or affordable, but if you're after higher-quality sushi, this probably isn't the place. read more

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I rarely write reviews. I almost never write a bad review. But this place truly deserves zero stars. They served me a piece of sushi with a very large staple hidden in it. Incredibly dangerous and completely unacceptable. And when I showed them the staple, they hardly had any reaction--as if this were a common, trivial issue they encounter all the time. They took 15% off my $30 bill. I don't think anyone is interested in saving a few bucks at the risk of eating or getting cut by a sharp (and probably very dirty) staple. I would strongly recommend staying away from this restaurant. read more

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Love that there's an AYCE sushi place in the Loop. They have a another location in Lincoln Park too! Typical AYCE sushi app, sushi, and dessert menu (so I got my faves like the shumai, crab rangoon, miso soup, seaweed salad, and a few rolls and tons of nigiri pieces) but also some more unique options like Tuna Avocado Tartare, Carpaccio Samples, Cocount Shrimp, poke bites, etc, and for every roll you order, you can get 3 pieces of sashimi! Nice place for dinner with a group--it's quite spacious. You can catch a sports game on the TV. Also quick service! They have a bar so it is NOT BYOB, though their Lincoln Park location is still BYOB to my knowledge. read more

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Didn't get to try the AYCE in store, but my friend got two takeout party trays for her bday!! We had Party Tray A and Party Tray C. Party Tray A includes the spicy kani roll, spicy salmon roll, spicy tuna roll, spicy 2 in 1 roll, and Chicago roll for $41.95 as of July 2025. Party Tray C includes the dragon roll, fire dragon roll, color dragon roll, and angel dragon roll. While all the sushi tasted good besides the one with the wasabi infused ikura on top, it was a bit mushy. Definitely quite affordable though - and you're paying for what you get. I'd get this again for a party just for the price, but meh if I'm paying a la carte per roll. read more

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Did the all you can eat dinner here and had a great time! Lots of great options, our favorites were the rolls with mango and the coconut shrimp. I would recommend coming with a group so you can try a little of everything since sushi really fills you up fast. It wasn't crowded at all on a Sunday night and the food came out pretty fast after ordering each time. The one negative would be the mango mochi was rock hard and not very good! Otherwise I would definitely recommend coming here if you're in the loop! read more

I would say that Sushi Nova is okay. They move pretty quickly and considering that it is all you can eat it is priced reasonably. It is comparable to some of the other all you can eat sushi places in the area. Where it fell short was with the consistency of the rolls and the flavors. Each round I ordered the same rolls and they tasted vastly different and it felt like i was getting more and more rice and less and less fish. The flavors for some of the rolls were a bit saltier and more saucy. This made me feel like the sushi was just a vehicle for the sauce. The appetizers were pretty good with things being crispy. The dessert ice cream was pretty icy. Service was relatively okay. Our waitress kept forgetting to put things into the system that was on our papers and we had to ask a couple of times for water refills. I would come back if I was really craving sushi and this was the only place near by. Otherwise, I do not think it is worth it to go out of my way for it. read more

I am always skeptical of AYCE sushi places, but I think for the most part I am able to take them for what they are. This one, however, was really not good. We got about 10 rolls, I would say 3 or 4 of them were decent, the rest were not good at all. Our server was really nice though. read more

Sushi was fresh and the service was great. Large open space and plenty of seating so great for large parties. My only con was how much rice is used to make the rolls. read more

There are many different choices meeting all preferences. We were a group of three and came hungry. The "all you can eat" option for dinner was wonderful. Between us, we had an appetizer, seaweed salad, eight rolls, and ten nigiri. Certainly got our money's worth. Service was helpful and friendly. Everything was fresh. read more

Ate here back in June after running a half marathon. Honestly, I really enjoyed my time and the wide menu selection to choose from. We were one of the first customers at the restaurant that day and the server was very quick to receive our orders in send us our food in a timely manner. Additionally, it came with dessert at the end which was a nice bonus. It definitely felt like I got my money's worth and next time I'll try different items! read more

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I ate here this past Saturday evening. Decided to try the AYCE option. The menu choices looked great with a wonderful variety of appetizers, various sushi, etc. I tried the fried scallops for an appetizer and they were excellent. Tender, sweet, and a nice accompanying sauce. My sushi selection was 3 various signature rolls including the Godzilla roll, Sunny Roll, and Fire Phoenix Roll. The presentation was stunning. I'm not one to take pics of my food but I did this one and sent it to my son. Impressive. The sushi was fresh, full of excellent flavors, and generous. The server was very attentive and stopped several times to see if all was ok. The host was also super nice. I was dining alone and he offered me a table by the window so I could look out. Very welcomed. This was a great experience and I'll definitely be back. Highly recommended if you're a sushi fan. read more

Great ayce sushi in the loop! They have good sashimi option and the service was attention and fast. The ambience of the restaurant is modern. Although the rice is a little bit too hard. Otherwise it's a great option for ayce sushi in the city. read more

I love that this is so close to my office and I can have a good lunch downtown. The all you can eat is something I haven't done yet, but they have a huge menu with lots of lunch specials. The bento boxes are my go to along with a tea/boba which is filling, but not coma-inducing! Servers are happy to help explain the menu or answer questions when needed! read more

Food was good Service was ok, needed napkins and didn't check on us as much as I would have liked. Ambiance is basic not to much to say about the look, indifferent. read more

A coworker and I came to Sushi Nova for lunch. Our office is close by. Service was very quick and generous portions of food. Food tasted great as well! Will definitely be back to try the all you can eat! Amin is incredible and made our dining experience very enjoyable :) read more

It's only $25.99 per person for lunch from 11am to 3:15pm and dinner is $31.99 per person. Beautiful presentation and good food. Very clean and beautiful place. You order on the menu as much as you want throughout your visit. It's not buffet style. This way it's more sanitary. Will return. The staff were very nice and attentive. read more

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A lot of vegetarian options which was awesome and they all tastes really good!! I took this to go but saw lots of seating indoors and would definitely go again! read more

Their AYCE is well worth it! There's a good assortment of sushi and rolls on the menu, as well as apps. Great service and vibes inside. read more

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Ordered sushi for take out. Amazingly large portions but the fish quality was not the best in the rolls. Nigiri was great! Glad i tried it but would not order from here next time! read more

I'm so impressed by the selection here for AYCE. It's $32/person at dinner time but all the rolls are about $15-17 each so you might as well do AYCE if you can eat at least two rolls and then get apps included. Service was great, it's very clean inside, and quality tasted SO good for AYCE. Would highly recommend!!!! read more

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This review is written by K. This is the best sushi restaurant in the Windy City. The people there were nice. I got the chicken nuggets and the salmon rolls because I am a picky eater. D and M got the Chicago roll. At dessert, I got the mango and strawberry mochi ice cream because I love mochi ice cream. It was not too loud, very ambient, and the waitresses were pretty. read more

At $32 per person, all you can eat sushi in this area of downtown Chicago is insane. You mark your order on a paper menu and hand it to the waiter. We waited until our first round came out before ordering more so we could see what everything looked like. They offer it sashimi, but you have to order with a roll each round. On our first round we marked sashimi and they only gave us one piece (the menu says 3 per order per roll). The next round we put 3 instead of just an X and we got three pieces. I loved the baby octopus salad and seaweed salad, but my favorite appetizer was the sashimi salad. All the rolls we ordered were so good and fresh. The carpaccio sampler was good also. The pieces of fish in the sampler were thicker in this compared to the sashimi they served with the sushi rolls. I can see why they limit this sashimi platter to one per person. I would highly recommend trying this place for lunch or dinner. The all-you-can-eat lunch price is $27 per person. We were here Wednesday night around 7 PM and the restaurant was not even half full. read more

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overall, would not recommend going here for ayce. not worth your money, not sure why this place is so highly rated??? probably the worst sushi i have ever had. it was cold, rice was hard, rolls had 0 flavor, too much sauce. read more

The food is fine not the best sushi but they get people with the all you can eat. But the service was god awful. One of the worst I've had in years. im by myself and they are not busy: food coming out poorly timed even after asking to stagger, plates piling up and let's just say at one point I hand to walk over to waiter station and poor my own water after sitting empty for 10 mins. Then wrong bill wow. having had worked in the industry off and on for 20 years it takes real skill to be that bad read more

Very nice Sushi - All you can eat Space is very big. Nice service and people. We also get some sashimi read more

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Came here for the lunch specials. Got the teriyaki salmon bento, and the first salmon was raw inside... even the server agreed without hesitation and sent it back. Got a second salmon, and it was slightly more cooked, but it was floppy... do people like soft cooked salmon? I expected it to be seared. Also, the teriyaki sauce was watery, so none of it stuck to the salmon. My friend's 3 rolls were huge but sloppy. After tip, our meals were $23/each and not worth it. Also, they have an all you can eat menu for $26/pp where you select what you want off a separate menu, which was rather extensive. Warning: you'll get charged for what you don't eat. read more

We did the "all you can eat" lunch as a family. Our waiter Victor and staff were great, the food was fresh and well made. The sushi rolls were great. The ingredients were balanced not excessive rice or lacking on fresh ingredients. We enjoyed the appetizers, soup, sashimi, nigiri, signature rolls & desserts. Everyone found something they loved and my teens are asking when we can go back again. read more

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The all you can eat was a lot of fun. Nice ambiance and the staff were friendly. The tempura was underwhelming. Fried rice was excellent. Raw fish was good but not incredible. Would go back! read more

The place was quiet with a couple of crowds. The host greeted me at the door and I opted for the sushi bar. The bar seems to be a happening place. The place seems spacious. The food was out in no time and was tasty. The menu seemed confusing for AYCE so I asked for clarification. Salmon Roe belonged to the Dinner menu, which was what I went for. The service wasn't anything to write home to. But I may check this place again. Steven had helped me out. read more

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My friend and I had a great experience at this sushi spot. Walked and and there was no wait for us. We decided to get the all you eat menu and didn't realize they give you full rolls. Do not make our mistake and order a bunch of food thinking they will give smaller rolls. Everything was delicious. read more

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