Sushi by Bou- Fulton Market Chicago @ Emily Hotel

“The most fun we've had in a restaurant in Chicago.”

The most fun we've had in a restaurant in Chicago! Went during restaurant week for the omakase experience - each dish one after another was amazing. Mind-blowing flavors and such high quality fish. Especially loved the fatty tuna and BBQ eel. All the staff were so friendly and fun, made the experience all the more special and a big reason for planning to go back! Very cool to be able to watch the chefs prepare the food and chat with them during the meal.

ciara griffin

Feb 2026

“We did the 12-course Omakase, and it was an amazing experience.”

We did the 12-course Omakase, and it was an amazing experience! Tashon was a great bartender, and the manager was very accommodating—always making sure everything was to our liking. The food was beautifully presented, fresh, and full of flavor. Excellent service, atmosphere, and overall experience! Love the speakeasy vibes!

Candra Calvin

Oct 2025

“Great service, delicious food, fun atmosphere.”

Great service, delicious food, fun atmosphere! It was my first time doing omakase and it was such a great experience. Would highly recommend!

Lisa Buehl

Oct 2025

“What a spot!! The food was deliciously prepped by Tarn and the vibes were so well curated. All 4 of...”

What a spot!! The food was deliciously prepped by Tarn and the vibes were so well curated. All 4 of us were obsessed with the place and I would come back if I lived here. Our expectations were exceeded and highly recommend. Make sure you book a reservation as it is limited seating at this location I don’t eat meat and it was substituted with a yummy salmon

Angie Hu

Aug 2025

“Went for the first dinner service of the night at 5pm.”

Went for the first dinner service of the night at 5pm. The entrance is not difficult to find, but subtle enough that we felt like it lived up to the speakeasy vibe. The space was small and intimate and really felt like we had found a secret little treasure. And the hip hop theme was really unique and fun. We got the 17 course option and each course was incredible. The sake that came complimentary with the 17 course option was smooth and not too dry for me but not too sweet for my spouse. The team is efficient and clearly well prepared for the quick turn around they have.

Alexandra Belasco

Jun 2025

“Service was excellent our server Sky was amazing, she was very attentive and kind.”

Service was excellent our server Sky was amazing, she was very attentive and kind. The chef was very kind and the sushi was high quality and delicious. I would highly recommend getting the sake flight as well.

Angelica Chavez

May 2025

“An amazing omakase experience.”

An amazing omakase experience! 12 pieces of some of the best nigiri I’ve ever had. My favorite was the toro, sake, and miso cod. This was an intimate experience with only 10 seats available per seating. The experience was only an hour, but I wish it was longer! Unfortunately I didn’t get a picture of all the pieces - was too busy devouring my food. 😛

Stephanie W.

Apr 2025

“Love this spot!! The hip hop playlist was on point and our staff was amazing. Shoutout to Zack our...”

Love this spot!! The hip hop playlist was on point and our staff was amazing. Shoutout to Zack our chef and Stephanie & Skye for being an amazing hostesses and feeding us all the shots! Also very accommodating to my food allergies. Y’all are amazing!

Elisha-Rio Apilado

Feb 2025

“Every single staff member was great.”

Every single staff member was great! The music was the best and experience was fun. It’s a small and intimate dining experience. Would go again.

brianna chiodo

Nov 2024

“What an unforgettable dining experience we had at sushi by bou.”

What an unforgettable dining experience we had at sushi by bou. This is a *private omakase dinner* experience and it is unmatched. You will be with about 6-8 others to enjoy. Skyye and her team were fantastic! The chef personally prepares each course right in front of you, curating a unique menu based on seasonal ingredients and your preferences. Highlights include melt-in-your-mouth toro and delicacies like uni, paired perfectly with sake. I highly recommend getting the sake flight! It includes all of the different types of sake and truly is a great deal. Also, if you love caviar I would definitely recommend it for the price of $100 that includes assortment of items that pairs well with it. The intimate setting, exquisite presentation, and attentive service make this dinner more than a meal. I will be back and will be bringing friends.

Alyssa Escobar

Oct 2024

“One of the best & most fun experiences I’ve had.”

One of the best & most fun experiences I’ve had! We celebrated our one year wedding anniversary here and so glad we did! We went to the Sushi By Bou in West Loop at The Emily Hotel. The vibe of the room was amazing. We did the 12 course Omakase and it did not disappoint. My favorites were the Toro, Bincho and Wagyuni. You cannot go wrong with any of the cocktails but my absolute favorite one is the Yuzu Honey Bee 👏🏼 Chef Win was our chef for the night and he made the experience all the better. I cannot wait to go back and try the 17 course 🍣

Megan Nguyen

Oct 2024

“What a cool experience.”

What a cool experience! It was my first time experiencing an omakase and I enjoyed how it still felt pretty casual while providing some high quality bites. The salmon and scallop were my favourites. The staff were attentive and the drinks were good as well. The whole experience is pretty quick, we were out in about 50mins. Overall a cool place to check out!

Elysha Htan

Sep 2024