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Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar

Sushi Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, and Japanese Restaurant$$$$

River North, Chicago

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8.3^/10

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Ranked #2 for sushi restaurants in Chicago
The experts at Crain's Chicago Business and Time Out Chicago recommend this place
"Get the dollar oysters happy hour special and the king crab."(12 Tips)
"Happy hour...beef skewers, sushi roll and $1 oysters."(19 Tips)
"Get the black rice sushi sampler and alligator ribs!"(3 Tips)
"$2 Beef Filet Skewers and $3 Shrimp Tempura Rolls."(9 Tips)

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Ms HeleneNovember 9, 2015
Black rice sushi sampler $27, spicy tuna, eel & crab, shrimp tempura and sweet potato tempura. BBQ sampler $28, 1 scallop, 2 shrimp jalapeño and 3 meats but cauliflower miso best. Perfect for 2.
Nae NaeFebruary 12, 2015
Black rice sushi, Kangaroo, Camel,Beef tongue & Escolar! Try them all. All my favs. Great atmosphere, music is awesome, mixologists making the drinks are fantastic. One of my favs when Im in town.
Randy KayeMarch 14, 2017
Everything is amazing you can't make a bad pick off of the barbecue and the sushi is so fresh and innovative and delicious. I've been lucky enough to be served by the chef 2 times. great experience
Kinshasa HawkinsAugust 16, 2016
Try the Truffled Tuna, King Crab Legs, Scallops, & Lamb Chops - all were super delicious! For rolls... the Shrimp Tempura, Bay Street Cali (get it w/blk rice) & Hokkaido were all amazing.
Hamid Alan9aryFebruary 4, 2018
Great ambiance and good sushi. We enjoyed the Scallops barbecue bar and the California roll was unique. Wasn’t happy with the Squid because it tasted burned.#Yeswaa
Serious EatsMay 20, 2013
Oxtail Ramen: Mushrooms, crispy tofu, Napa cabbage, ginger, grilled tomato, parmesan, and slow-cooked, fallen-off-the-bone oxtail meat. A nice melody of diverse textures and big flavors.
Evelyn LopezFebruary 3, 2016
Dollar oysters during happy hour, $5 Moscow mules, delicious items off the grill and can't forget about the black rice sushi rolls. Everything on their menu is fantastic!
Miles BMay 14, 2011
For food, gotta have the Belly Roll (as in Pig) or Devon Roll (think Indian food sushi, and just as amazing as that concept sounds in your head). Amazing cocktails as well-- try the Surprise + Delight
Tremaine AntoineMarch 31, 2013
This place is such a hideaway of great food, great ambiance, and even greater service. They thoroughly tell you about specials and always leave you wanting more. Plus it's really affordable.
Ashley SheeranJanuary 22, 2015
Great place to go with a group of friends for sharing plates. Quick service. On the casual side - great Friday after work spot. iPads for cocktails and specialty roles!
Erika DavisJune 25, 2015
With a sashimi platter we got a variety of fish, which all were fresh & tasty. This is one of few places that I can get plum wine (umeshu), which I suggest if you like sweet wine.
Albert LDecember 9, 2013
Give server your card and ask him/her to bring the best BBQ and sushi on menu course by course. Best way to experience Union. Peter the bartender on 2nd floor is very friendly. Leave him a nice tip!
Alysha BalogApril 15, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The sushi is reasonably priced for the quality and I like the option of black rice (for an extra charge) for my sushi. The service is excellent, and the staff really know their stuff.
Daisy ZookMay 19, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Bento box for lunch was really good. The rolls are unique and beautifully presented. A feast for the eyes and the tummy.
Nae NaeOctober 29, 2014
Camel Kangaroo Sushi on Black rice Escolar in an amazing sauce. This has become a MUST when Im in Chicago. And the mixologist is fantastic
Christine PakJuly 8, 2012
Haven't even tried the entrees yet but I love this place already. Amazing original cocktails! Try the surprise + delight for the ultimate summer drink!! The truffled tunas also amazing!!!!!!!
Lizzie HagenApril 23, 2014
Black rice sushi is the best. Love the spicy tuna roll and the truffled tuna. Just as good when ordered take out style.
Julie GenyMarch 23, 2019
King crab legs bbq, good but very expensive and small portion. The big plate is barely enough for 2. Fast and nice service. Overall, it is very expensive for the quantity.
Vithida SueblinvongOctober 18, 2016
Good creative maki rolls but what I like the most is the killer yuzu pie yum!
Rob LearyAugust 14, 2013
The lamb was succulent! Chef Chao was very personal and showed his passion for his work. The taste - ambiance and the price make this a must stop for anyone.
Time Out ChicagoJanuary 18, 2012
There’s little offered here to really love, but there’s plenty to like: accomplished cocktails, and duck fat yaki soba noodles with mustard sauce, topped with duck and tossed with crunchy cabbage. Read more
ReserveFebruary 10, 2016
The Truffled Tuna is a savory serving of raw tuna with avocado, Parmesan, chili fresco and truffle oil. Read more
ISC ChicagoJuly 15, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Black Rice Sushi Roll Sampler(Hokkaido, Dragon, Spicy Tuna and Devon Roll)
Adam H.October 2, 2018
The lamb chop lollipops are by far the best thing on the menu. Black rice sushi was different, skip the ramen.
Time Out ChicagoDecember 6, 2011
Try the duck fat yaki soba noodles from our 100 Best list: A bowl of everything you could ask for: thick, satisfying noodles in mustard sauce, fatty morsels of duck and crunchy slivers of cabbage.
Deanna M.January 25, 2014
Dance music meets one of a kind sushi (and dessert) you can't experience anywhere else. You can't mess this up.
kate FELDTJuly 7, 2013
Hokkaido roll is one of the best. Get it with black rice. Grilled scallop, avocado, masago-mayo, roasted pepper, jalapeno, garlic, wrapped in soy paper.
Liz LeJanuary 7, 2013
The sushi is not the freshest in the city, but you can split the maki rolls and they're unique combinations. Ramen is prob the best dish to get there.
Eylul SavasFebruary 19, 2014
Everything is delicious. Sushi with asparagus is my favorite. Be sure you still have room for a milkshake.
Myra RubinJuly 5, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Don't miss the Uni Alfredo Soba!!! Love the Old City Market Roll: spicy tuna, seared salmon, spicy ponzu, cilantro, green onion, fried okra, wrapped in collard green! Yummylicious :)
Lucille FisherOctober 17, 2016
Dollar oysters happy hour! Fun friendly and satisfying Japanese fare.
AskMenMay 13, 2011
The name of the game here is kushiyaki, which boils down to a palatable selection of grilled meat, poultry, offal, vegetables & fish cooked on a 600-degree robata grill. Read more
Nae NaeOctober 29, 2014
Camel Kangaroo Sushi on Black rice Escolar in an amazing sauce. Incredible food & drinks! Great atmosphere This has become a MUST when Im in Chicago.
Zach Solomon-BeloinDecember 31, 2014
Everything is so good! Love the black rice sushi, alligator, etc. Definitely try a few different things.
Daniel LublinerAugust 30, 2011
They have a lot on the menu, including alligator, but all I had was sushi. It was great, though. The service is great and an interesting ambience. I'll give it four stars for the sushi.
ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014
Gluten-free eaters who haven’t gotten to enjoy ramen this winter are extra lucky with the option of gluten-free noodles. Read more
Ashley TerrellSeptember 19, 2012
If you want to try out Union Sushi with some cool new friends, they've partnered with grubwithus.com to host a social dinner on the first Monday of every month.
VMay 11, 2016
Absolutely love their sushi, especially spicy salmon. Sooo good , but very crowded place.
Pedro FernandezFebruary 20, 2013
The tempura kale chips! taste just like fried chicken (the spicier ones). Ask for an order or three! They were the best thing I had tonight!
Andrew SandlerMay 27, 2016
Tasty and inventive sushi rolls. The black rice rolls were great, as was the sashimi cup.
Christine DMay 27, 2015
Adam, the head bartender is very nice and makes amazing drinks! Great selection of alcohol :)
Angela SheridonAugust 18, 2011
Must try: the sparrow is the best craft drink, alligator skewer, mushroom dumplings, prosciutto wrapped scallops and the belly sushi roll (da bomb!).
Dana TedescoDecember 3, 2011
Been here 5+ times
EVERYTHING IS GOOD. Try it ALL! Sit at Chef Chao's station & ask him to be inspired! You won't be disappointed! Such a nice, friendly, humble guy :)
Jessica PatelOctober 23, 2011
Highly recommend sitting at the sushi bar. You can watch them make your rolls and they are fun to talk to. Off menu pumpkin dessert is amazing!
Jyoti GillJanuary 30, 2016
Been here 5+ times
happy hour 5-6:30pm everyday. $5 union mules, $1 oysters, $2.5 beef filet skewers, $4 shrimp tempura rolls
ErwanMarch 23, 2019
King crab legs are good ! But the big version is barely enough for 1 person...
Robert WSeptember 23, 2015
Ask for the Philadelphia, it's off menu but the cream cheese hits the spot!
Christine LNovember 14, 2016
Get the dollar oysters happy hour special and the king crab. Everything was so flavorful.
Katie WatersDecember 23, 2015
I enjoyed the godzilla roll. The duck wing is also worth trying for a fun lunch!

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