Shine

“Their Shanghai Menu makes it to be my top Chinese restaurant in Chicago.”

sida shen

Jan 2026

“While often known as a Japanese spot, the real gem at Shine lies in its Shanghainese menu.”

While often known as a Japanese spot, the real gem at Shine lies in its Shanghainese menu. The Drunken Chicken was light and flavorful, and the glazed lotus roots were a standout appetizer - perfectly crunchy, lightly sweet, and filled with glutinous rice. The stir-fried eel & pork belly were fragrant and satisfying, and the scallion oil noodles simple yet comforting. To finish, the sesame ball tangyuan was a lovely dessert - super chewy texture in osmanthus rice wine. The service was warm and attentive, and the space feels modern yet cozy in a charming corner of Lincoln Park. A true hidden gem for authentic Shanghainese cooking!

Bill

Nov 2025

“One of the best places for fresh sushi.”

One of the best places for fresh sushi! Even through delivery the quality has always been amazing.

Sonia

May 2025

“Refreshed for 2025: Still my go to sushi place.”

Refreshed for 2025: Still my go to sushi place. Fresh fish, good flavors. Consistent execution. Red Dragon. Mexican Maki. Crazy Maki.

Jeff Gottdownunder

Apr 2025

“ought our Chinese New Year dinner here.”

ought our Chinese New Year dinner here. Really good and authentic Shanghainese cuisine!

Impressive Stuff

Jan 2025

“Enjoy sushi 🍣 here, good price, good service, kids love this place, great for family dinner 🍽 😀 👍.”

Jenny Jia

Aug 2024

“We were walking in the area and looking for a place to eat a little later in the evening and found Shine Rise.”

We were walking in the area and looking for a place to eat a little later in the evening and found Shine Rise. Staff was excellent and very attentive. We were seated by an open door/window that could be closed. Before we even sat down, staff was aware that the temperature was cooling and offered to close it for us. We ordered taro fries, edamame, and Flaming Maki (pictured). Food was delicious! Would definitely return!

W Fricke

May 2024

“Really great food and a very friendly staff.”

Really great food and a very friendly staff. The seared tuna was amazing. Best spring rolls I've had in a long time. We can't wait to go back to Shine!

Steve V

Apr 2024

“I loved Shine Rise and it was cool to see that they have an authentic Shanghai cuisine menu.”

I loved Shine Rise and it was cool to see that they have an authentic Shanghai cuisine menu. Really talented sushi chefs and we had some really good nigiri. Rolls are good too, their flaming maki was awesome. Service was on point, we went on a slow day but they were attentive. Try their Dungeness crab, but for Shanghainese menu items you have to call 24 hours in advance for preparation. Also get some nigiri, and the lychee martini. Fantastic and will go back.

SERGELATO

Feb 2023

“Very authentic shanghainese food.”

Very authentic shanghainese food. The crabs we ordered were fresh and tasted good. The duck was also super good.

Zoe Ye

Oct 2021

“Really authentic Shanghai food, need to book it a day ahead cause it’s hidden menu.”

Really authentic Shanghai food, need to book it a day ahead cause it’s hidden menu. Not over priced and the portions are great!

May Bentley

Oct 2021

“We came in last night after 8:30PM and still got great service from our server Tuk.”

We came in last night after 8:30PM and still got great service from our server Tuk. The guys that work the sushi bar are amazing and always do some heavy lifting. Ask about the secret Chinese menu. They been holding out on me!

Ken Jungwirth

Apr 2021