# Sake sushi spots in Chicago > You know that sushi is only as good as the sake served alongside it. You expect both to be handled with precision. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/illinois/chicago/best-sake-sushi ## Places (18) ### 1. Sushi by Bou- Fulton Market Chicago @ Emily Hotel Small, intimate restaurant with 12 seats and a speakeasy vibe featuring 90s hip hop music and graffiti art. Atmosphere feels lively yet personal, enhanced by craft cocktails and attentive service. Known for high-quality sushi and an engaging omakase experience. - Address: 311 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Sushi-by-Bou--Fulton-Market-Chicago-Emily-Hotel ### 2. Sushi by Bou- Gold Coast Chicago @ Claridge House Dark, moody decor channels a Roaring 20s speakeasy vibe with intricate, classy details. Atmosphere stays chill and friendly, suited for serious sushi lovers and date nights. Sushi quality is consistently high-end and creative, paired with well-crafted cocktails and sake. - Address: 1244 N Dearborn Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60610, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Sushi-by-Bou--Gold-Coast-Chicago-Claridge-House ### 3. Sushi by Scratch Restaurants: Chicago Hidden behind a secret coded door in a speakeasy setting, the space offers an intimate dining bar where guests interact closely with chefs. The atmosphere blends moody, cozy vibes with bursts of energetic engagement, creating a unique omakase experience. Seating is limited to small groups, enhancing the personal and exclusive feel. - Address: 415 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Sushi-by-Scratch-Restaurants-Chicago ### 4. Omakase Shoji & Izakaya Small omakase bar with intimate counter seating and a classical Japanese style creates a refined yet unpretentious atmosphere. Chefs prepare dishes in front of guests, enhancing the authentic omakase experience. Space includes a hidden room with natural ambiance and elegant decor featuring brick walls and a liquor display. - Address: 1641 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Omakase-Shoji-Izakaya ### 5. Yokocho Handrolls and Omakase Bar Intimate space inspired by Japanese alleys offers cozy, dimly lit atmosphere with live chef preparation visible from excellent bar seating. The vibe blends American-Japanese bar energy with a quaint, sultry setting suited for small groups or quiet evenings. - Address: 167 N Green St suite 600A, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/YokochoHandrollsAndOmakaseBar ### 6. Tsukiji Sushi Sake Bar Sushi restaurant blends Japanese decor with Latin music, creating a unique fusion atmosphere. Warm, inviting vibe features comfortable patio seating with gorgeous landscaping. Energy stays friendly and lively, enhanced by a reggaeton playlist and candlelit tables. - Address: 1156 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TsukijiSushiSakeBar ### 7. Joto Sushi Cozy space blends urban Japanese street art with a sexy front half and an intimate omakase bar tucked in the back. Atmosphere shifts from lively and intimate indoors to a shaded patio perfect for warm nights. Guests enjoy aged tuna and fish rarely found elsewhere, paired with an excellent sake program. - Address: 564 W Randolph St Ste 1E, Chicago, IL 60661, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/JotoSushi ### 8. AJI Counter seating for about 10 creates an intimate, upscale setting with dark, minimalist decor reflecting Japanese elegance. Chefs prepare a 14-course omakase in front of diners, with a split flap display showing each course's name. The atmosphere stays chic and elegant without feeling pretentious, suited for special occasions. - Address: 3809 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60613, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/AJI ### 9. 2AM Izakaya Sushi restaurant with Kpop music and Japanese art on the walls creates a chill atmosphere. Small tables offer comfortable, private seating ideal for dates or small groups. Open late, it attracts those seeking a relaxed spot for sushi and drinks. - Address: 2218 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/2AMIzakaya ### 10. The Omakase Room at Sushi-San Intimate counter seating for ten creates a personal dining experience with a chef guiding each course. The room stays quiet and elegant, contrasting with the lively main restaurant downstairs. The menu blends French, Kaiseki, and Nigiri styles, paired with carefully selected sakes to complement the meal. - Address: 63 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/The-Omakase-Room-at-Sushi-San ### 11. TenGoku Aburiya Small space with Japan izakaya style and traditional Japanese decor creates a cozy, intimate atmosphere. The vibe stays chill and welcoming, attracting those who appreciate authentic sushi and sake. Tables sit close together, emphasizing a communal feel despite limited privacy. - Address: 651 W Washington Blvd Suite #101A, Chicago, IL 60661, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TenGokuAburiya ### 12. CH Distillery | Jōtō Sushi Two-room sushi restaurant combines speakeasy-style back lounge with a modern cocktail bar front, offering views into a working distillery. Atmosphere shifts from cozy and chill in the back to more vibrant and upbeat in the front. Known for dry-aged fish and an intimate omakase experience, it draws those seeking high-quality, uniquely flavored sushi. - Address: 564 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CH-Distillery-Jōtō-Sushi ### 13. Tamu Sushi Minimalist decor and a hand roll bar create a calm, inviting atmosphere amid a busy area. The space includes a private omakase room with attentive service, offering a focused dining experience. Guests enjoy a laid-back vibe with fresh sushi and thoughtfully crafted cocktails. - Address: 804 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TamuSushi ### 14. Sushi Suite 202 - Lincoln Park Chicago by Sushi by Bou Dining unfolds in a converted hotel suite with intimate counter seating and a speakeasy vibe. The atmosphere feels exclusive and romantic, suited for special occasions with just six seats offering a unique omakase experience. A small lounge invites lingering over drinks and vinyl records after the meal. - Address: 1816 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Sushi-Suite-202---Lincoln-Park-Chicago-by-Sushi-by-Bou ### 15. Ikigai Sushi & Izakaya Small space with hipster decor and an inviting patio creates a modern yet cozy atmosphere. Music sets a relaxed vibe that complements the low-key energy. Fresh sushi and house-made yuzu sake add to the authentic Japanese dining experience. - Address: 372 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Ikigai-Sushi-Izakaya ### 16. Umai Space features high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that create an open feel despite crowded, close seating. Atmosphere is chill but stylish, attracting a younger, hip crowd for casual dates or dinners with friends. Music and a full bar complement the lively vibe during dinner hours. - Address: 736 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60605, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Umai ### 17. Jieyi Sushi Clean, modern decor creates a serene atmosphere suited for casual or intimate dining. The place stays quiet with few diners, often attracting those seeking a relaxed, casual night with sushi and drinks. Fresh sushi and a wide menu selection stand out alongside jellied sake as a unique drink option. - Address: 1178 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/JieyiSushi ### 18. SHŌ Omakase Large, open sushi bar showcases chefs preparing inventive dishes in a sleek, modern Japanese setting. Atmosphere blends calming elegance with clubby background music, creating an unpretentious yet special vibe. Guests enjoy a highly curated sake selection and creative flavor combinations not commonly found elsewhere. - Address: 1533 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/SHŌ-Omakase ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.