Sushi by Bou- Gold Coast Chicago @ Claridge House
Eric Blazek · 213 Google reviewsSushi by Bou- Gold Coast Chicago @ Claridge House — high-caliber japanese in Gold Coast. Order the Omakase. Good cocktails round out an already strong menu.
What 182 diners keep saying
What 182 diners keep saying
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“First time here, and it was incredible! Chef Pete is the absolute best. He takes such amazing care of his guests, and the omakase was outstanding—the presentation was beautiful. Thank you so much! I can't recommend this place enough.”
“The best service and delicious omakase. We enjoyed everything. The staff was so hospitable and attentive.”
“We choose to go to the Gold Coast Chicago location. The place is small and intimate with Art deco lounge atmosphere and energetic music. We were able to join one of their bluefin tuna carving event. Where the chefs cut and break down the whole tuna and serve the guest fresh cut sashimi, nigiri and handrolls. We were a party of and some of us were able to participate in scrapping the tuna meat from the bones. The event is all you can eat. There was so much food that we had to turn down Chutoro and Otoro. Can you believe that. Sake is served at the event or you can purchase cocktails.”
“My husband took me to Sushi by Bou for my birthday dinner and wow… I’m still thinking about it!! From the moment we sat down the entire team made the experience feel so personal and celebratory. They were so easy to talk to, super welcoming, and Maddie even gave us fun recommendations for what we should do after dinner to keep the birthday going. Watching the chef prepare each piece of sushi right in front of us was honestly mesmerizing. The level of craftsmanship was beautiful to watch — it felt like dinner and a show. He shared that he has been a sushi chef since 1997 & the experience shows in every bite. Every piece was incredibly fresh, perfectly balanced, and one of those meals where you pause after a bite and just go “okay… wow.” You can tell the people here genuinely love what they do and want their guests to have an amazing experience. I left feeling very full, very happy, and very grateful my husband picked such a great birthday spot. Highly recommend if you want incredible sushi and a memorable night out!!”
“Taeshaun and Roger were great! Super friendly service and great sushi!”
“We showed up as they were closing without reservations. They couldn’t seat us for dinner, but we got to sit at the bar and chat with the staff. These are remarkably wonderful people who love what they do and bend over backwards to please anyone who walks through the door. We can’t wait to go back for more than just saki.”
“Had the bougie omakase experience and was blown away! The entire meal was tailored and executed perfectly.”
“The absolute BEST sushi my friends and I have ever had. they have such wonderful staff who made our experience great along with the chef Jane’s delicious handcrafted sushi brining the whole night together. We will be coming back here again 15/10”
“We have Omkase night at this restaurant! It was sooooo good and affordable price! All staff were very nice’ and chef is amazing! Definitely will go back again! 💕Highly recommended 😁”
“Came here for an omakase experience at an affordable price. Each sushi was delicious and definitely felt a bit dull afterwards. Would definitely come here again, or maybe check out their other locations.”
“This is a great omakase experience, easily one of the most affordable ones in Chicago! The 12-course ($65) and 17-course ($100) options last about an hour; each piece of sushi is made to order and handed to you to eat. Scallop, fatty tuna, bbq eel, and salmon are the highest caliber nigiri money can buy. Sake flights ($44) are a better choice than the cocktails, venue has a Great Gatsby-vibe to it at the back of the Claridge House. Classy place, recommended for serious sushi lovers only!”
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