We have hesitated to rank the Chicago omakase scene for quite some time. While we believe we are qualified, at the end of the day, our experience is just that, OUR experience. Some of our visits have been recent, others have been in years past. Our opinions are also just that. Opinions. And not fact. Please take the below rankings with a grain of salt. We think all of the Chicago omakase offerings are more than worthy of a try. They all bring something different to the table. We have thoroughly enjoyed each omakase experience here in the city and put this list together to help you determine where to start.
Chitown Sushi Rating Categories
Our rating system is based on 7 key areas of an omakase. Overall experience, ambiance, service/hospitality, rice, sourcing, chef, and value.
Experience: Showmanship and interaction with the chef. Is it fun? Impressive? Serious?
Ambiance: Environment. The character and atmosphere.
Service/Hospitality: Attention to detail, personalization, exceptional reception.
Rice: Quality, temperature, texture, vinegar.
Sourcing: Quality, variety, rarity of ingredients.
Chef: Experience, technique, prestige.
Value: Is the price point reasonable? Worth it? Fitting for the experience?
Chitown Sushi Rating Scale & Score
Each restaurant is given a rating from 1-5 on each of the 7 categories. Scores are out of 35. (If on mobile, scroll left and right to see full scale)
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Needs work | OK | Good | Great | Amazing |
Chicago Omakase Offerings
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Kyoten
$490 - Varies | 15-Course | 8-Seat
Experience: 5
Ambiance: 5
Service/Hospitality: 4
Rice: 5
Sourcing: 5
Chef: 5
Value: 4
Chitown Sushi Score 33
I am obsessed with Kyoten and will always prefer to save up to splurge here than go to a couple of cheaper omakase dinners. Chef Otto has a polarized reputation, but as someone who has made multiple visits, we have gotten to see his passion and excitement for his craft. Kyoten is THE place if you care deeply about Omakase. Kyoten has rivaled many of the New York and Japan sushiyas we have visited, so we do not rave about it lightly.
Best for: Sushi snobs, those who care about rice, and special occasions.
The Omakase Room
Jinsei Motto
Kyoten Next Door
Omakase Yume
Mako
Sushi Suite 202
Q Sushi & Omakase (DISCONTINUED)
Sushi by Bou
Kai Sushi Lakeview
Aji
Sushi by Scratch
Omakase Takeya (DISCONTINUED)
Hinoki Sushiko
Komo
Kai Zan
Juno (DISCONTINUED)
Arami
Sushi Dokku
Roka Akor
Omakase Shoji
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