This is an excellent sushi place - great vibe, young crowd, and terrific food We started with the roasted edamame and the tempura shrimp, followed that with three rolls, and finished with sashimi - it was all excellent, the beers were very cold, and the service was solid (not excellent but very good for the price point) Prices are not cheap but not as crazy as some other places (Juno is better, but it can get really pricey). Sushi-San is Defintely on our regular list read more

I came here on a weekday for lunch and highly recommend it. It was not too crowded and food came out pretty quickly after ordering. I like the modern vibes of this location. Seating was comfortable. I tried their express lunch menu, which is a great option if you're here during lunch time. You get to pick 3 items from the list and I chose tako taco (a little spicy but highly recommend- one of my favorite things that day), salmon avocado (I'm not a personal fan of the Meyer lemon sauce), and tuna avocado rice bowl. Each item is smaller portioned but all together it's a substantial lunch set. I also tried the express sushi and sashimi lunch set, which comes with a delicious seaweed salad which I would order on its own as an appetizer. The lunch set comes with their "oh-my-kaze." This includes salmon, hamachi and tuna. One piece of tuna was substandard and had a big piece of sinew in it. Our server quickly switched it for another piece. The only dish I would skip is the Peking duck sizzling rice. The taste was fine- a little on the sweeter side with the hoisin sauce but the portion was more of an appetizer size. It's also not a true Peking duck, which focuses on a crispy duck skin and this dish just featured duck meat. read more

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I ordered this sushi for pick up and it was ready so quickly! The location itself is really convenient and close to a lot of the hotels in the area. The restaurant itself did seem like a really fun spot to go, especially with friends. It was packed and people seem to be having a good time. I ordered a few dishes so I could try a variety (they offer five piece rolls!) Truffle shiitake maki - my second favorite roll. SO flavorful, the flavors almost dance through your mouth. You get kind of a pepper flavor at first that transforms into the delicious shiitake flavor. The truffle flavor nicely pairs with the roll. Would absolutely get this again. Spicy salmon Maki - visually beautiful. Taste wise also exceptional. There's a very springy or fresh taste to it at first and then the flavors blend with the salmon to give you an outstanding pairing. If you like bold flavors, I would really recommend this one. Spicy tuna Maki - was so excited for this one, but honestly it really fell flat. The only thing you can really taste in it is the avocado, and then you just get a spicy aftertaste of which I'm assuming is the jalapeño. You honestly don't really get the tuna flavor, which was disappointing. Spicy scallop maki - WOW. Easily my favorite roll. The flavor is so hard to describe other than it's the thing you taste that makes you say wow out loud. The lightly torched scallops pair so well with the sushi that it's over...it's truly exceptional. Pan fried chicken and vegetable Gyoza - it was a pretty good dumpling. Honestly, I don't know if I would come here specifically for the dumpling, but it's a nice appetizer. The only reason I say that is because while it was pretty good, the sushi was just much better. Next time I'm in Chicago I'll definitely stop by here again! If you're looking for a good sushi spot for takeout or for eating and then I think this is the spot for you. read more

We were in Chicago for a conference and we're looking for sushi. This restaurant had great reviews so we popped in the waiter was fabulous and recommended everything that we ordered. Service was great roles came out perfect and the ambience was bustling, but not overly loud. read more

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I once came here on a weekend and it was extremely packed that I didn't get to try it. I've heard a lot of good things about this restaurant so I decided to go on a Monday afternoon and was easily seated, despite there being so many people already. It seems like a popular space to go to have drinks with your coworkers. I opted for the Express sushi and sashimi for $26 which I think was an amazing price for the two appetizers they give and the insane amount of fish they provide. While very generous, the taste of the fish and the Nigiri did not wow me enough. The fish was fresh, but there wasn't much added to emphasize the flavor of the fish. I would love to come back to try other things on their menus, such as the hand rolls and regular sushi rolls, but I don't think I'll come back for this set. read more

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Wow!!! HH 7 days a week is a nice flex! Met with my new friend here Sunday and we had an amazing time! We ordered all the food off the HH menu (edamame, eggplant tempura, avocado rolls, salmon rolls and shishito peppers). I had a few old fashioneds and she had the lychee martinis. Our server was incredible, spot on and very kind and helpful. The restaurant is a nice size and the have a bar too and it is cool for families as well. We enjoyed our time! read more

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In town for a few days and this spot is right next to our hotel. The food was fantastic, so was the service but this review is for NELSON! Give this man a raise! Amazing, his work is art and he is just the sweetest. Always love sitting at the bar at a sushi place and wonderful people like Nelson are the reasons why!! read more

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A year later and Sushi-San doesn't disappoint. The food is still yummy and the service is excellent! Visit during happy hour for great deals on drinks and snacks. Our booth felt private and would make a great date spot. Or in our case, an anniversary dinner. read more

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So delicious!! The quality of the fish was just superb, like butter melting in the mouth. Highly recommend the otoro. The otoro otoro was so fatty and rich- probably the fattiest I've ever had, almost too much for me, which I've never said before ever. Will definitely order from here again. read more

SUSHI-SAN - Otoro - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here for the sushi but ended up loving the sizzling rice, Oscar steak, dessert, and cocktails way more. The sushi rolls and hand rolls were honestly a bit mid. The truffle & shiitake roll didn't taste like truffle at all, mostly mushrooms and greens. 4/10. The kabayaki eel roll was fine but nothing standout. 6/10. The hand rolls were also pretty small. I liked the tuna more than the salmon but neither felt super fresh or memorable. Tuna 6.5/10, salmon 5/10. The spicy tuna crispy rice was okay. I expected the rice to be crispier, but the tuna flavor itself was good. 4/10. The beef & bop sizzling rice was really good. Loved the teriyaki flavor. 7.5/10. The Oscar steak was the highlight of the meal. It tasted like super tender short ribs that fall apart, topped with king crab and a unique sauce that tied everything together perfectly. 9/10. The cocktails were great though. Third Eye Vision was strong and delicious. 8.5/10. Boots With the Fur tasted like bees knees which I loved, just not as strong. 8/10. Prices were also pretty reasonable for cocktails. The mochi brownie was amazing. Mochi on the bottom, hot brownie above it, and ice cream on top. One of the best desserts I've had in a while. 9.5/10. The spot itself is casual with dim lighting and loud music that helps cover up all the table noise, which made the vibes really fun. 8.5/10. Service was fine. read more

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Stopped by on a Saturday night for a birthday bite. Grabbed a seat at the bar which I regretted because the seats are fixed to the bar and was a bit tight for me. I'm a big guy so not complaining too much! I'll just choose different next time. On to the food...delicious! Fresh! And quick. I started with an old fashioned and an order of the bbq beef lettuce wraps. The beef was so flavorful and tender. All the garnishments they give with the dish go perfectly with it. The old fashioned was top tier also! After I devoured that appetizer I ordered the avocado roll which was delicious. The avocado was perfectly picked and tender. Then I ordered the crunchy spicy tuna roll which stole the show! This is a must have when you come by! Nice ambiance! A bit noisy on the weekends as expected. read more

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Had the nicest server ever. The food is delicious and the drinks as well! Dessert was amazing and we left feeling satisfied and so full. read more

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Been here a couple times and it's such a solid restaurant. If you're craving sushi or pot rice, you can get both here and they are lovely. The BBQ beef lettuce wraps are very good. The sushi is good, but not amazing. Also, I really did like their chocolate. Only truly unfortunate dish I've had is their cucumbers. read more

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Highly recommend sushi San! We got this recommendation from two locations and it was worth it. Definitely make a reservation. It can we a cute date night spot or dinner with friends. Our service was attentive and got our food out quick even though it was busy. read more

Great for takeout! Scallop sushi was soooooo good. And the green beans were a favorite! read more

SUSHI-SAN - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

(Kari's Rating 5/10) Not a terrible place of your craving sushi, but also not anything amazing. I've been to a lot of different sushi places in Chicago and I don't think anyone has ever said sushi is the best sushi they've ever had. I went there not too long ago and the service is relatively typical, the music is pretty loud like Ramen, I know their sister restaurants, but the ambience is very loud so difficult for a first date. read more

The good: - Beef n bop, so tasty but might be greasy for some palates (we ordered a side of white rice to balance it out) - Super-san, the chu-toro was yummy and fatty! - Wagyu tartare crispy rice - the VIBES!! The OK: - Salmon Avocado roll, very normal and plain - Lobster California, again normal and not much flavor The Sub-OK: - Peking Duck Sizzling Rice, it's absolutely no Peking duck and the whole thing has a strange flavor profile. The duck is very salty whereas the sauce is very sweet. read more

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Super yummy lunch special! The special included both miso soup and salad, nice ways to open the palette. It was nice to have a little variety with the sashimi, nigiri, and maki. The rice was cooked fine, but seasoned nicely, and the fish was fresh! Service was speedy and attentive. FYI, a lot of the seating lacks lumbar support. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Was craving some sushi, so stopped by for a quick lunch/snack. The interior gives dark trendy spot, which I should've known might translate to high prices. The menu has a lot of options and a lot of them sound really good, but everything was so expensive! I ended up getting the miso soup and the Faroe Islands salmon and Hokkaido scallop nigiris. The miso soup was a little too salty for my taste, didn't have much depth in flavor. The nigiris came out next and they were pretty good. Salmon was fine, not standout good, but not bad. I really enjoyed the scallops though. I loved the butter nori that was on top, it added a delicious umami to the whole bite. Overall, an okay spot. It's definitely a bit too expensive for what they're serving. Service was quick and attentive. read more

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The cocktail in the Chinese takeout cup is so cute! Crispy rice spicy tuna is always a must and the tako tako also a must. My favorite is the beef and bop though like it is just SO. GOOD. Sushi was super average like literally as basic as it gets but that's what I was expected. The abundance of flavor in the fried rice makes up for the lack of flavor in sushi. read more

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My partner and I wanted food after work and found this happy hour spot next to our hotel. We got there around 5:20 and the hostess, who was super friendly, quickly sat us. The HH is from 4-6 on weekdays. It def has modern Asian vibes, with nice ambiant lighting and upbeat music. My partner and I ended up trying each happy hour dish and were extremely happy with our meal. I really enjoyed the tempura eggplant, enough that I ordered a second round before HH ended. It was light but super flavorful with a fish sauce based sauce and a lemon dipping sauce. I actually enjoyed all the veggie dishes more than the maki. I thought the edemame was great with a nice char flavor and well seasoned throughout the dish (not just the top couple). The shishitos were good and came with a nice hoison/oystery sauce though I wish they were slightly more blistered/roasted. The maki was alright, pretty standard spicy tuna/salmon and a crunchy avocado as part of their HH menu. I also tried their drink of the month which was the hanah rojas and I really enjoyed it. It was a gin based drink inspired by jamaica tea. It was very refreshing with a slight tartness. I wish I lived in Chicago so I could try more of their cocktail specials! Service was also super great, our server checked in on us without being overbearing. She even let us know when happy hour was about to end to see if we wanted anything else. Definitely glad we found this place and will be back for that tempura eggplant! read more

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This is not what I would call sushi. It's American "sushi". It's okay quality (for Chicago). Some of the items were dry, and not very tasty. I'd say skip this place and go to Lawrence Fish Market. It's a much better value, and their fish is actually fresh! read more

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If you're hunting for a spot that nails both flavor and vibes, look no further than Sushi-San in River North. From the moment we stepped in, the playlist was bumping, the staff was smiling, and the whole room had that effortless cool-but-welcoming energy. Service was on point all night--attentive without hovering, quick with recommendations, and genuinely happy we were there! The feast: * Lamb skewers - Absolute show-stopper. Tender, smoky, and dripping with flavor in every bite. If they sold these by the dozen, we'd take a tray home. * Spicy salmon sushi - Perfect heat, super fresh fish, and just the right crunch from the tempura flakes on top. We might have fought over the last piece. * Shrimp tempura - Light, crisp batter that somehow stayed crunchy to the last bite. The shrimp inside? Juicy and perfectly cooked. * Thai basil chicken rice - Arrived in a sizzling cast-iron pan, still popping when it hit the table. The basil aroma hit first, followed by a blast of savory, slightly spicy goodness. Easily one of the most flavor-packed rice dishes we've had in ages. Between the stellar service, lively ambiance, and those standout dishes, Sushi-San more than earned a spot on our "repeat ASAP" list. Whether you're gearing up for a night in River North or just craving next-level sushi and skewers, this place is a win!! read more

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I visited Sushi-san for lunch and had a great time. The food was very tasty, but I did find it slightly pricey for the portion sizes. We had the 8 piece nigiri ($34) , hand rolls (4 for $25), and an order of the kanpachi nigiri's (2 for $12) split between two people. My favorites were the kanpachi nigiri and the Toro Oshinko hand roll. The 8 piece nigiri was very tasty, but a couple of the pieces were paired with too much wasabi, which took away from the flavor of the fish. The service was great - our waitress was very attentive and kind and willing to help us choose between items. The seating is very spacious and it's a pretty casual establishment, so no need to dress very fancy or anything! read more

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Incredibly quality sushi at an affordable price! If you're new and want to get a taste of lots of things on the menu - highly recommend booking a 215pm reservation on a Sunday at the river north location because you get the express lunch menu that runs from 12-3 which lets you choose 3 options from a very extensive menu and it's decently portioned. If you eat into 3pm the happy hour menu starts and you can get 5 piece makis for $6 and a large selection of cocktails. Got the express lunch with the vietnamese pork and octopus in fried seaweed (bc I heard their hot dishes were impressive and I totally agree) as well as the spicy tuna maki - their fish is flown in from japan and spain as it reads on the menu! Tuna maki was so good I got extra during happy hour - their staple and an absolute must try. Would go back to maybe do their express lunch sushi and sashimi option because their sushi is very fresh. Interior was super cute with wooden and dimmed dining vibes 4 stars only because the wait for the food was weirdly long at about 35 minutes. read more

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After a really long day and just wanted something light Sushi San was a short walk. Something appealing was on the rolls you can order 5 or 10 pieces, which is nice to try more than one roll if dining solo. I tried the salmon avocado and spicy tuna and both were fresh and nicely packed. The spicy cucumber crunch was delicious with marinated cucumbers topped with chili crunch. Don't miss that one. The overall vibe was very cozy and plenty of sushi bar space. read more

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Came here with my coworkers during lunch. They were really busy I would definitely recommend making a reservation we didn't have one but got lucky and was able to be seated right away. They had a good service and was able to answer and accommodate me for being vegan which was nice. The vegan option i had was really good it was the box option on the lunch menu and my coworkers order 5 different sushi rolls to share they looked really good. And my coworkers said it was definitely good. The vibe of the place was nice and would definitely come back read more

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If only Sushi San made its way to Minneapolis. Oh my goodness! Such good prices and amazing maki and small bites. Very busy on a Saturday evening, but still able to walk in, be placed on a wait list and then seated within 15 minutes. The ambiance is elevated from the more sterile sushi restaurant vibes I have come to expect. The lighting is moody, the chatter is loud, and the service is excellent. We started with two sharable plates and then each ordered our own maki rolls. The standout of the evening was the togarashi chicken nuggets, cannot recommend enough. Flavorful chicken thighs are coated in a crisp, flavorful and slightly spicy crust paired with a lime aioli - life changing. Think almost like sushi san's version of chicken karaage. We also ordered the spicy tuna crispy rice which I remember being good but have experienced better in both NY and Minneapolis. I don't even remember the name of my roll, just that its preparation was magic. I hate when sushi rolls fall apart with even the slightest flirtation of your chop sticks. These rolls were thiccccck. Very dense, flavorful and big. And again, at such a good price point! I feel like they would do a great takeout service as well. Highly recommend for high quality, affordable sushi right in the heart of River North. read more

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Cheers to the best-kept secret in the city, Sushi-San. We're starting strong with the lychee martini. The avocado salmon maki were fresh and full. Then, the Roasted Edamame has that perfect smoky char. These Shishito Peppers are crispy and charred, but if you want the real sleeper hit, the Japanese Eggplant is so crunchy and light on the outside but silky on the inside. It's giving sophisticated after-office energy without being too much. read more

We went to sushi-san because we saw that it was in the top 15 list of sushi in Chicago on Beli, and I can understand why. The fish comes from Toyosu Market in Tokyo, so we were excited to taste that quality. The ambience was upscale casual and the service was friendly and helpful. The best bites of the night were the yuzu hamachi handroll/maki, the salmon nigiri (maybe one of the best bites of the year), and the spicy tuna crispy rice. My only qualm is that the fatty tuna nigiri was disappointing compared to the richness and flavor I was expecting. read more

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We waited about 30/40 minutes outside on a Thursday night. Great place for intimate dinner with friends or family or even a drink with coworkers. Our absolute favorite was the fatty bluefin handroll! We started with 1 each but had to order another round for the last bite of the night! The 3 maki's we got were also seasoned well and perfect proportions with the rice. Ranking of the 3: 1.yuzu yellowtail 2. Fatty bluefin with avocado 3. Spicy salmon We might pass on the miso soup next time because it's kind of on the saltier side. Service was great and checked in a bunch of times. read more

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Where do I start.... fish poor quality, overpriced and weird. Fish collar cooked on pork barbecue sauce, terrible service, appetizers arrived after main dishes. For me this place is a NO read more

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The sushi here is very good! I had the tempura shrimp and crunchy avocado rolls; both were surprisingly fresh and tasty, I took an extra order to go. The Togarashi chicken nuggets were just okay but my husband thought the honey Gochujang wings were delicious. Service was excellent and our server helped me pick a fantastic saki; Yuzu-Zake. I highly recommend it! The music was a 90's mix so I found myself singing along to oldies but goodies. I can't wait to return to try the lobster California roll and sizzling rice. read more

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Nice place inside, lighting was good. staff was super helpful and talked through things and when something came out by mistake (might have been my fault) she promptly took it off bill and still said i could try it...:it was amazing. Tuna was on point and handrolls had good flavor and texture. Overall great place! read more

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Really great ambiance and service. Definitely worth it to come during happy hour! My group had almost every item + the sesame salmon which was great. We also tried the japanese chocolate and found it rich and creamy. The yuzu lemonade is good but extremely sweet. Overall would return! read more

SUSHI-SAN - Sushi Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came to Sushi-San on a Saturday for happy hour and got seated right away--always a great start. We ordered the salmon and tuna maki from the happy hour menu ($6 each for 5 pieces), and both were super fresh and flavorful. The standout, though, was the tuna crispy rice--absolutely incredible. Don't skip it! We also tried the 5 pack handrolls, which were tasty, but it was hard to tell which fish was which since there weren't any labels. A small tag or marker would've been helpful, especially for re-ordering favorites. Bonus points for being on Lettuce Eats, too--love the rewards perks! read more

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Keep coming back to sushi San! Best happy hours and drinks and the service is great here especially if it's not a busy weekday. The ambiance is great and they had such a variety of rolls to choose from. Great place to catch up with friends or a girls night out read more

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Express lunch options are a great deal just like their sister restaurant Ramen San. Not the best sushi in the city, but a good option for lunch downtown. read more

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What an amazing experience at Sushi-San! This place has me in a chokehold now. I came here for happy hour with 3 other friends and this place exceeded my expectations. My friends have been here before and they raved about it - I'm happy to say it definitely lived up to the hype. They have such a bomb happy hour too. We got the spicy tuna maki, spicy salmon maki, roasted edamame, shishito peppers, crunchy avocado maki, and chilled soba noodles. When I tell you EVERYTHING was flavorful, fresh, and delicious - trust it. The third eye vision cocktail was very strong too (love it). Our server was awesome and helpful too! The place was dim lit and in general had a chill ambiance. I would come here easily again, regardless if it's happy hour or not. 5/5 experience all around!! read more

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Located in the River North area of Chicago, came in for happy hour. Grabbed a seat at the bar to check out the menu. Staff were friendly, and it was busy, but they were mostly attentive. Bar has a great vibe, dim but not dark. Food was excellent! Tried the crispy rice and tako taki, then some sushi off the happy hour menu. Took some things to go, which were forgotten about for some time but these things happen. You pay by scanning a QR code at the end, which is on a little wooden stand at the bar. Overall, I would return! read more

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