Best Sushi in Chicago (2026)
99 places ranked using live data from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats & many other platforms
Top Rated Sushi in Chicago
Showing 10 of 99 restaurants · Ranked by FoodIndex score
Sushi by Scratch
OmakaseA celebrated omakase-only sushi experience in Chicago's River North.
415 N Milwaukee Ave · River North
Kamehachi - Northbrook
Japanese ClassicA North Shore outpost of Chicago's beloved classic Japanese restaurant, Kamehachi.
1320 Shermer Rd · Northbrook
Sushi Nova - Chicago
Modern SushiSushi Nova's modern Japanese cuisine in River North on Franklin Street.
160 N Franklin St fl 1st · The Loop
2AM Izakaya
Late-Night IzakayaAn authentic Japanese izakaya on Lincoln Avenue open until 2AM with grilled skewers, sashimi, and sake.
2218 N Lincoln Ave · Lincoln Park
Ukai Sushi & Ramen
Sushi & RamenFresh sushi and rich ramen on Belmont Avenue in Chicago's Lakeview.
1059 W Belmont Ave · Lakeview
Mira Sushi evanston
Specialty SushiCreative specialty sushi in the heart of Downtown Evanston on Orrington Avenue.
1633 Orrington Ave · Downtown Evanston
Sushi by Bou
OmakaseSushi by Bou's fast-format omakase in Chicago's Fulton Market at the Emily Hotel.
311 N Morgan St · West Loop
Tamu Sushi
Modern SushiModern sushi and Japanese cuisine in Chicago's Fulton Market.
804 W Washington Blvd · Fulton Market
About Chicago Sushi
Chicago rewards curious eaters—sushi here might mean omakase counters one night and creative fusion rolls the next. Use this hub to weigh the best sushi citywide, then compare notes with what's happening around Little Italy and Winnetka when you feel like roaming.
FoodIndex ranks sushi restaurants across Chicago with live inputs from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats, and similar sources, combined into one transparent 0–100 score so sponsored placements do not decide what you see first.
These 99 Chicago sushi entries emphasize Edomae nigiri, hand rolls and maki, omakase counters, creative fusion rolls, and more, prioritized by the latest blended signals—not editorial payola. Check back after major review bursts and you'll notice the rankings breathing with the city.
How FoodIndex Scores Restaurants
Every venue earns a single 0–100 FoodIndex score by combining signals from major platforms—stars, review volume, recency, and consistency—so you can compare places fairly at a glance.
Google Reviews
Aggregate star ratings and review volume from Google Maps.
Yelp Ratings
Weighted scores from Yelp’s review community and elite reviewers.
Uber Eats Data
Delivery ratings, order frequency, and customer satisfaction.
Frequently Asked Questions
The top sushi spots in Chicago are ranked by FoodIndex using a 0–100 score built from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats, and other signals. We prioritize places with strong, recent review volume and consistent ratings—then order them by that combined score.
Chicago is part of Chicago's food scene—think neighborhood favorites, diverse cuisines, and steady foot traffic from locals and visitors. This list focuses on sushi specifically, using data rather than editorial picks.
We aggregate star ratings, review counts, and recency across platforms, then normalize everything into one transparent score. That helps you compare apples-to-apples even when review patterns differ by platform.
Yes. As new reviews publish and ratings change, scores are recalculated so the leaderboard reflects the latest available data.
We love hearing suggestions. Reach out via our contact page with the restaurant name and location—we use it to prioritize future coverage and data checks.
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