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Lakeview · Japanese · $$

Ukai Sushi & Ramen

4.5383 reviews ·Opens at 12 tomorrow
Def get the crab ragoons, but you can't go wrong with any of the specialty rolls, bear and pink lady are some of our favorites
Josh BanfieldJosh Banfield · 367 Google reviews
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Ukai Sushi & Ramen — top-tier japanese in Lakeview. Come for the food, stay for the energy. Every plate is composed, not just assembled. Easy on the wallet, BYOB. "The chirashi bowl was so fresh, with each slice of fish melting in your mouth with savory fattiness" — Alison Ou [$$]

🍷BYOB — grab a bottle next door, they'll open it.

What 383 diners keep saying

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1059 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Lakeview
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What 383 diners keep saying

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Review photo by Luke Trese
Jul 2026

Great place! In town visiting Wrigley and came to ukai for a nice dinner beforehand. I had some chicken fried rice and it was great. Tons of sushi options available! Only one waitress working but she was working HARD! The dishes they serve the food on are so cool too

Luke Trese

Luke Trese

56 reviews on Google

Review photo by Alicia
Apr 2026

Best sushi! Very fresh and friendly environment. Definitely would recommend.

Alicia

Alicia

2 reviews on Google

Review photo by Robert Lundskow
Mar 2026

Food is fantastic! Service is great. Waitress has been very friendly every time I've been here

Robert Lundskow

Robert Lundskow

15 reviews on Google

Review photo by Steven J Brown
Mar 2026

Spicy Miso Ramen!!

Steven J Brown

Steven J Brown

145 reviews on Google

Review photo by Milen Borisov
Feb 2026

Amazing sushi

Milen Borisov

Milen Borisov

23 reviews on Google

Review photo by Anthony Oquendo
Jan 2026

Every time me and my wife come here it's a great experience. The food is always good and fresh, the service is always great,and it alwaya have a great playlist playing.

Anthony Oquendo

Anthony Oquendo

86 reviews on Google

Review photo by James Edward Johnson
Dec 2025

Amazing sushi. The Bears roll and Ukai No. 1 are my favorite.

James Edward Johnson

James Edward Johnson

27 reviews on Google

Review photo by Taras Melnychuk
Dec 2025

The food was good and the server was really nice. I ordered yakisoba noodles. First time here definitely coming back. Prices are reasonable.

Taras Melnychuk

Taras Melnychuk

16 reviews on Google

Review photo by Dana SJ
Dec 2025

Our absolute favorite sushi restaurant around! The fresh fish and presentation really can’t be beat. The owners take such pride in every detail and we are so grateful we found this gem. The Bears roll and ukai #1 are our favorite, but whenever we try something new, we are always thrilled!!

Dana SJ

Dana SJ

8 reviews on Google

Review photo by Jeremy Dixon
Nov 2025

This was high quality sushi at a great price. Will definitely be back multiple times

Jeremy Dixon

Jeremy Dixon

51 reviews on Google

Review photo by Gene Chang
Oct 2025

Delicious sushi.

Gene Chang

Gene Chang

118 reviews on Google

Review photo by Karson Krueger
Oct 2025

Our go-to spot for sushi in Chicago. Have a variety of rolls that all look and taste fantastic. Service is great - everyone is kind and welcoming. They always have fun lights and great music playing. Would highly recommend

Karson Krueger

Karson Krueger

2 reviews on Google

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