Best Japanese restaurants in Old Town

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A photo of Kamehachi of Tokyo - Wells Street restaurant

1. Kamehachi of Tokyo - Wells Street

4.7

Exceptional(965)

$$$$

• Japanese • Old Town

Booked 30 times today

STARTING 10-30-2020- ONLY PATIO RESERVATIONS. TAKE-OUT & DELIVERYServing Chicago since 1967, Kamehachi of Tokyo offers the finest sushi, teriyaki, tempura & noodle dishes.

A photo of TAO Asian Bistro - Chicago restaurant

2. TAO Asian Bistro - Chicago

4.4

Awesome(2397)

$$$$

• Japanese • River North (Chicago)

Booked 69 times today

TAO Chicago offers guests a sensual trip through the cuisines of Asia. The design-driven restaurant and adjoining nightclub is inspired by the original TAO locations in New York City, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. TAO Chicago features multiple levels, creating dynamic spaces within the historic building’s shell, while adding TAO’s Asian-influenced DNA to the restaurant, lounge and nightclub including murals by artist Hush and TAO’s signature 16-foot-tall Quan Yin statue anchoring one end of the dining room. TAO Chicago’s restaurant menu, created by TAO Group Partner and Chef Ralph Scamardella , is complete with Pan-Asian offerings from the sea, sky and land including signature dishes like Satay of Chilean Sea Bass, Crispy Rice Tuna and a Wagyu Rib-Eye.

3. Nobu Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(1519)

$$$$

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 129 times today

OPEN FOR LUNCH 7 Days a weekCentrally located in Chicago's West Loop, Nobu Chicago playfully blends elements of old world Japanese and new world utilitarian.

4. Tanta

4.6

Exceptional(4505)

$$$$

• Japanese • River North (Chicago)

Booked 143 times today

Tanta is dedicated to sharing the flavors and culture of Peru with Chicago, serving authentic Peruvian dishes and beverages in an approachable, fun and casual downtown setting. We provide service that is casual yet knowledgeable, genuine and attentive, utilizing locally sourced products and vendors that are sensitive to sustainable farming and fishing.Tanta has two Chef’s Tables that each seat up to 10 people. These tables are located in our main dining room in between our open kitchen and cebiche bar which allows you and your guests to experience our chefs creating Peruvian cuisine while you dine.The menu, created by Acurio and Tanta Chicago Chef Tito Rocha, takes diners on a voyage through Peru via its food. From the Pacific Ocean, through the Andes, to the desert, to the Amazon, Tanta celebrates the diverse landscape and ethnicities that make up Peru’s culture.

A photo of Roka Akor - Chicago restaurant

5. Roka Akor - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(3758)

$$$$

• Japanese • River North (Chicago)

Booked 65 times today

Roka Akor brings an unparalleled combination of thoughtful design and contemporary Robata Japanese cuisine to six locations across the U.S., including Scottsdale, AZ, San Francisco, Houston and three locations in the Chicagoland area. (Downtown Chicago, Old Orchard and Oakbrook, IL). Roka Akor’s menu changes seasonally, including a rotating selection of prime-cut steaks, seafood, and vegetables with Japanese-inspired marinades and sauces, along with sushi and sashimi. We are also know for being one of the only restaurants in the United States to serve authentic Japanese Wagyu and Kobe Beef. The restaurant’s design features a centrally located robata grill that provides the heart of the visual experience, surrounded by contemporary décor and sleek lighting. Guests are encouraged to speak with the chefs about the food to create an interactive and engaging dining experience.

6. Momotaro

4.7

Exceptional(3295)

$$$$

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 103 times today

Momotaro is a multi-dimensional Japanese restaurant located in the West Loop. Led by Executive Chef Gene Kato. Momotaro was recently named Restaurant of the Year in both Chicago Magazine and Chicago Social. The restaurant was designed by the world renowned AvroKO, also contains a subterranean Izakaya and an elegant second floor private space that overlooks the main dining room. *Our patio is currently closed. Reservations will be for indoor dining.

A photo of RAMEN-SAN - Lincoln Park restaurant

7. RAMEN-SAN - Lincoln Park

4.8

Exceptional(40)

$$$$

• Japanese • Lincoln Park

Booked 27 times today

RAMEN-SAN is a neighborhood noodle joint that slings hot broth, ice-cold beer and the best ’90s hip-hop in town. With locations in Lincoln Park, River North, Fulton Market and Streeterville, the Lincoln Park location is the newest addition to the RAMEN-SAN squad.

8. Itoko

4.7

Exceptional(141)

$$$$

• Japanese • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 93 times today

Situated in Lakeview's iconic Southport Corridor, Itoko is a neighborhood Japanese and robata restaurant from Gene Kato, Executive Chef of Momotaro. “Itoko” means cousin in Japanese, and refers to the connection with Momotaro, located in the Fulton Market District. The menu features the high level of ingredients and technique that Chicago has come to expect from Chef Kato, alongside a beautiful interior curated for the Southport neighborhood. The menu itself features uniquely interpreted sushi rolls that allow the high-quality fish to be the star of the sushi experience. In addition, an innovative beverage menu with a focus on cocktails & highballs highlights the relationship between the technique of the food created by the kitchen and how this is complimented by the beverage selection. This is supplemented by a compelling sake program (designed to demystify the tradition of the Japanese spirit).

A photo of Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar restaurant

9. Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2192)

$$$$

• Japanese • River North (Chicago)

Booked 31 times today

Where the quality and simplicity of Japanese cuisine meets the bustling energy of a downtown essential. Fresh, high-quality fish, marinated meat and veggies off the Robata grill and an inventive assortment of cocktails create a playful juxtaposition of Japanese and American culinary styles. It’s a true riff on the expected and traditional.Ranked by The Michelin Guide as one of the 9 best Japanese restaurants in Chicago, Union combines the tempered art of Japanese dining with a fresh, colorful and urban vibe. Union ups the ante on Japanese dining with its high-energy beat, creativity and playful approach to Japanese-influenced cuisine from one of Chicago's best know sushi chef's Mike Ham "Sushi Mike"

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10. Rooftop at Nobu Hotel

4.3

Awesome(662)

$$$$

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 91 times today

Soak in the vibes of Chicago’s famous Restaurant Row and the views of the stunning city skyline at the Rooftop at Nobu Hotel. The Rooftop encourages walk-ins.

Best Japanese restaurants in Old Town

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53 restaurants available nearby

1. Kamehachi of Tokyo - Wells Street

2. TAO Asian Bistro - Chicago

3. Nobu Chicago

4. Tanta

5. Roka Akor - Chicago

6. Momotaro

7. RAMEN-SAN - Lincoln Park

8. Itoko

9. Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar

10. Rooftop at Nobu Hotel

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