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Joto Sushi — West Loop japanese that sets the standard. There's real intention behind the cocktail list. Staff that genuinely cares how your meal goes. Thao Tran: "One was creamy and rich and the other was savory and umami"
Thao Tran
276 reviews
“My favorite were the otoro and marinated salmon”
No recurring complaints found across reviews.
564 W Randolph St Ste 1E, Chicago, IL 60661
“Incredible dinner at Joto sushi tonight.”
Incredible dinner at Joto sushi tonight! We had the omakase experience - each piece was unique in flavor and fish was exceptionally fresh from Japan, New Zealand and Mexico. Both our sushi chef and server, David, were so friendly and attentive.
Kim Chen
Jan 2026
“We recently moved to the area and Joto was the first restaurant we tried.”
We recently moved to the area and Joto was the first restaurant we tried! Since then, we have been back 3 times. The happy hour hand rolls are phenomenal and the dinner options are delicious. We have been for both the omakase experience and regular seating. The vibe is great and the staff is even better! They are kind and even did a welcome “Chicago Handshake” with us.
Rian Chrobocinski
Jan 2026
“We truly appreciate the friendly atmosphere and excellent service from all the staff, especially...”
We truly appreciate the friendly atmosphere and excellent service from all the staff, especially Chef Saul, who has some fantastic recommendations and perfect pairings. My family and I feel at home. 💯 % recomended
Danny Music
Dec 2025
“Had a wonderful meal, cocktails were delicious, and the staff were very helpful with providing menu...”
Had a wonderful meal, cocktails were delicious, and the staff were very helpful with providing menu recommendations and accommodating a gluten allergy at our table. I highly recommend the oysters, Omakase experience, and lychee martini!
Sofia
Dec 2025
“Food was great - we went for the happy hour and really made the most of it.”
Food was great - we went for the happy hour and really made the most of it. The old fashions were perfect. The perfect blend of alcoholic and sweetness. The food itself was awesome, we had the hand rolls and they were so good!
Niamh Collins
Dec 2025
“I seldom write reviews, but even before we left the restaurant, we knew we had to.”
I seldom write reviews, but even before we left the restaurant, we knew we had to! We went here last night for the omakase experience, and were served by chef Aaron and waitstaff David. The two of them provided some of the best service we’ve ever had, making the entire experience so personalized and tailored for my partner’s birthday. We have also frequented a few omakase experiences in Chicago, and the dry aged fish is truly an incredible and unique touch- this has been our favorite one to date by a landslide! Mouth is still watering thinking about the bluefin and Spanish mackerel! 12/10!!
Kathleen Doherty
Dec 2025
“Amazing happy hour - especially the hand rolls are so good!”
Jenna M
Nov 2025
“We were here in late September.”
We were here in late September. Justin was our bartender, the best service we’ve ever had at any place! He was great, very attentive and informative. Cocktails were amazing. My boyfriend and I were in town for a concert the day before and went as avid Malort drinkers to just get shots and drinks. We decided to try a happy hour hand roll, and it made us get a maki roll when we didn’t plan to get anything. Never had better sushi. Kind and attentive staff all around, the host was great and man who cleared our dishes at the bar was great. Will definitely return when we’re back in Chicago.
Nina L
Nov 2025
“Great food, great service, great vibe!”
Impressive Stuff
Oct 2025
“Everyone gotta try this hidden sushi spot in CH Distillery.”
Everyone gotta try this hidden sushi spot in CH Distillery. The backroom has good vibes. Crunchy scallop and Lotus maki are spectacular, I could say Hokkaido uni, Japanese yellowtail and bluefin tuna from the best I've ever tasted anywhere. Moreover I really enjoyed their fabulous cocktails and variety of beverages are available.
Fai Nuanpan C (Fai)
Sep 2025
“An all rounder spot for sushi from quality, flavor, service and vibes plus all day happy hour on Monday.”
An all rounder spot for sushi from quality, flavor, service and vibes plus all day happy hour on Monday. We had our fill with the dry aged sushi and maki (their specialty). We got three sets: kurashi set, ora king salmon set, and bluefin tuna set (service), and the big tekka roll on top of that. My favorite were the otoro and marinated salmon. One was creamy and rich and the other was savory and umami. The shiso gives the tekka roll a bright crisp note balancing the mouthful bite of tuna. We had great drinks there as well with the snow maiden sake, lychee martini, and black manhattan. They are dry and not overly sweet either. Definitely will come back for more! Service was amazing! They were so kind to explain the menu and accommodate our questions/ requests. They have both indoor and outdoor seatings, a welcome casual vibe with high quality food service!
Thao Tran
Sep 2025
“Excellent drinks (even Bourbon Malort), terrific maki.”
Excellent drinks (even Bourbon Malort), terrific maki. Crab bites were amazing and don’t skip the edamame. Service was personable, knowledgeable and made sure we had a perfect evening. Easy access from the train stations, great spot!
Todd Johnson
Aug 2025
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