Niu Japanese Fusion Lounge
Lena Jennings · 153 Google reviewsNiu Japanese Fusion Lounge — reliable chinese in Streeterville. If you drink, start at the bar. Ask questions, the staff has answers. "The sushi was lovely, it was very fresh and delicious" — S Hallow [$$]
What 1,955 diners keep saying
What 1,955 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“The place was amazing! The atmosphere was great and dim, our server was amazing (Asian Jimmy). The red curry was only 20 and so good!”
“Niu is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for an authentic Japanese dining experience in Chicago. Just a short ten minute walk from Navy Pier, it's a convenient spot that exceeded our expectations after choosing it on a whim. The restaurant has a beautiful ambiance that creates a relaxing and enjoyable dining experience. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and attentive, making us feel well taken care of throughout our visit. The food was absolutely delicious, with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors that truly stood out. Between the excellent food, warm service, and great location, I highly recommend Niu to anyone looking for outstanding Japanese cuisine in Chicago.”
“Absolutely fantastic experience! The sushi was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The ramens were perfectly cooked, and every dish tasted authentic and made with care. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience in Chicago.”
“Excellent food. Loved the speciality rolls. Ambience is nice too.”
“Visited for dinner during a conference. The restaurant decor is upscale, the atmosphere is quiet and relaxed, and it’s easy to talk. It’s popular but took less than 10 minutes to be seated. The wait staff was great—very attentive, friendly, and answered all my questions. I had the Takoyaki appetizer, the Teriyaki Steak entree, mochi for dessert, and to drink, the Lychee Sling (non-alcoholic). All of the food was cooked perfectly, well-seasoned, and really interesting. A very enjoyable experience!”
“I had an amazing experience at Niu Japanese Fusion Lounge! I ordered the spicy miso ramen, fried egg rolls, yellowtail as an appetizer, and some dumplings — everything was absolutely delicious. The spicy miso ramen was rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of heat. The yellowtail appetizer was incredibly fresh and melted in your mouth. The dumplings were tender and well-seasoned, and the fried egg rolls were crispy and satisfying. And honestly, nothing goes wrong with a Sapporo to complete the meal — it paired perfectly with everything. The atmosphere is great — stylish, comfortable, and perfect for both a relaxed dinner or a night out. Overall, an excellent dining experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!”
“Servers were friendly, seemed genuinely happy to be there Food was fresh and quick to arrive.”
“one of our best meals in chicago yet. AMAZING food, can’t recommend enough!”
“Was there for dinner last night. Service was fantastic and food was AMAZING! We sat at the bar and the bartender deserved high praise. Thanks again!”
“First time here was impressed with the service food and price. Our server gave great recommendations. Made sure we ordered enough and not to much with his recommendations. The selections we made had great flavor enough spice and were perfect bite size portions.”
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