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Bloop Bloop — neighborhood japanese in North Center. Easy on the wallet, open late.
Calvin Law
289 reviews
“All in all, I would probably come back again besides the location being where is at having limited street parking and it's about 20-30 minutes from downtown”
i didn’t have high expectations for this because of the $1 price point; you are getting what you pay for.
Balls are basically all rice with small slivers of fish on it.
Maybe I went on a bad day or something... But I did not have a great experience here.
2205 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
“It’s such a cute idea and perfect for cheap people like me.”
It’s such a cute idea and perfect for cheap people like me! A dollar for a piece of sushi? Count me in! Easy to order from the electronic kiosk, tons of options to choose from with good descriptions to help you suit your cravings. They even have sweets! And sweet treats on the wall you can buy too like almonds and Kit Kats. The sushi balls came out quick and were such a good snack! The sauce on top is just a little spicy but the salt on top helps balance it out. Close to the action of Lincoln Square too.
Lou Lou
Jan 2026
“Cool place and yummy bites for a great price.”
Cool place and yummy bites for a great price. Rice squares are delicious 😋
Karena Plepel
Jan 2026
“Highly recommend!!”
Highly recommend!!! The rice balls are the perfect size and have just the right amount of sauce. We tried several different kinds and they were all delicious. Definitely hit the spot!
Jennifer Velazquez
Dec 2025
“Very nice experience imo.”
Very nice experience imo. Place is small but very quaint and cute. Decor is wooden and cozy with a little fishing game for you to play while you wait. Seating is very limited inside however; there was maybe space for 12-15 people total if you were to "dine in". Service was minimal. You order on the kiosk and someone calls your number and gives you the food. Only took about 5 minutes for the sushi to be made. Tastewise I would say was decent. There is a lot of sauce over the sushi but overall not bad. The portion is big for $1 sushi and there is a good selection of fish and other non fish options. All in all, I would probably come back again besides the location being where is at having limited street parking and it's about 20-30 minutes from downtown.
Calvin Law
Dec 2025
“Sushi balls were actually really good and tasty.”
Sushi balls were actually really good and tasty. Quite a few options to choose from (octopus, squid, eel, shrimp, tuna, salmon, etc.) The triangle was a curry and cheese. Sushi pockets were good. Long list of drink options. Decent place to walk in, quickly grab a bite, and leave out or to dine in. Nice spot.
Monique Johnson
Nov 2025
“I have been here twice in the last three days.”
I have been here twice in the last three days! Place is clean, workers are friendly, service is fast! Food is delicious and definitely worth what you pay!
Becky Wethington
Nov 2025
“Very tasty and affordable go-to lunch.”
Very tasty and affordable go-to lunch. What you see is what you get. The sushi balls are flavorful. I’ve tried a variety and my favorites are the smoked salmon, the eel, and the one with seaweed. I just had their mango cold tea for the first time and no complaints there either.
Dana J
Nov 2025
“Hit this place up on a whim, got three sushi balls.”
Hit this place up on a whim, got three sushi balls. Staff super friendly. The sushi was pretty flavorful. Interesting concept and good value. i'd come back for sure.
Jeff Gottdownunder
Oct 2025
“This is a cute little eatery.”
This is a cute little eatery. It's really a take out place as there are only a few chairs to sit. The sushi is good, tastes nice and is good value. I have tried most things on the menu and I enjoyed them all. The $2 pocket things are fine, but the sushi balls are better.
Jim Tschetter
Oct 2025
“Insane prices! 1$ per ball of any variety. Got the avocado and mango. Tasted fresh and also got...”
Insane prices! 1$ per ball of any variety. Got the avocado and mango. Tasted fresh and also got boba which was solid for the price. Would definitely come back
Sanjay Kalaga
Oct 2025
“Absolutely fantastic for the price.”
Absolutely fantastic for the price! It's very filling and if you're just getting sushi balls then you can fill up for less than $10. The service was not phenomenal but the price for the food quality far and away outweighs any other issues for me. Very flavorful, very delicious and I will be eating here with regularity!
Lola Forsberg
Sep 2025
“I opted to do Uber eats and was so pleasantly surprised by this place.”
I opted to do Uber eats and was so pleasantly surprised by this place! They really hit the spot - 10 of them filled me up and it was on the cheaper side ( probably cheaper if I went in person). Taokoyaki was great as well!!
Maddie Pangyarihan
Sep 2025
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