Japanese restaurant with a warm vibe & contemporary decor serving sushi & other classic fare.
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Ora Sushi, Chicago. 1708 likes · 5702 were here. Sushi Restaurant. … 5701 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States, 60660. Contact info. . (773) 754 …
Erick
The first time I came here it was amazing, and I’ve been back three more times since. I love that it’s BYOB and you can bring your favorite bottle of wine. The service is fantastic, but honestly, something feels like it’s slipping in the kitchen. Maybe they’re short-staffed or the proportions in the recipes are being overlooked, because the flavor is there but something’s missing. Still, I’ll keep coming back!
… moreJonathan Leonard
Stopped into Ora Sushi for dinner and overall had a really good experience. The space is modern and clean, with a relaxed vibe.
The food was fresh and nicely presented. The Surf & Turf Roll was definitely the standout — the seared beef on top was amazing. The Ebi Tempura Roll was epic, perfectly crunchy with a great balance of flavors. If you’re into spice, the Spicy Tuna Roll is definitely for you — it packs a lot of heat. The edamame starter was good, though a bit on the bland side.
Service was friendly and the atmosphere inviting. A solid spot for sushi in Chicago
… moreMiro Didyk
If u like quality sushi this is the place, in my humble opinion it’s one of the best in Chicago. We been coming here for many years even to the previous location and it’s always consistently amazing, usually go for verity of sashimi and I absolutely love the scallop roll and tuna tataki.
… moreChris B
First time diners here recently. We were greeted by a kind server who did a fantastic job guiding us through our dining experience. We shared the seaweed salad, oysters, edamame, then shared a bunch of delicious fresh-made rolls. This is a BYOB place, so prepare, and if you get uncomfortable on hard seating surfaces, bring something soft to sit on.
… moreCho Ng
Went here for kid’s Bday. Amazing place, food and staff. The rolls are complex with burst of various flavors in your mouth. The Oyster App is a must. You don’t want to share. No ordinary Japanese place. The staff is attentive and they gave us non menu special made roll at no charge. Way above and beyond. You won’t be disappointed.
… moreManja Petrov
This sushi spot has a lot going for it—our server was absolutely adorable and provided delightful service, making us feel welcome and taken care of. The ambiance was chic, with a vibe that’s perfect for a night out.
The food, while good, didn’t quite blow me away. The sushi rolls were solid, but nothing truly memorable. We tried four rolls, and while the flavors were enjoyable, some elements didn’t quite hit the mark. For instance, the Surf ‘n’ Turf roll had a sauce that didn’t wow me, and the pairing of ribeye with shrimp tempura felt a bit mismatched.
The oyster motoyaki was flavorful, but the texture wasn’t my favorite— too slimy for my palate. As for the wasabi tale roll, it was very good but stopped short of being amazing. The salmon tataki was less impressive than the wasabi tale, though the Sakana roll stood out as the highlight of the meal.
Prices felt a bit inflated for the overall experience, which was nice but not exceptional. While I’m glad I gave it a try, I’m not certain I’d return. For me, it was a good, one-time experience that didn’t quite justify the cost.
… moreShane
Ora has a small but targeted and great menu of nigiri and maki. The signature maki are all unique and very well made… so well made that no soy sauce or Wasabi are required. The setting is comfortable and intimate, with the sushi bar being in the dining room. Everything on the menu has been a tasty surprise of flavors. Dinner reservations are definitely recommended with the small number of seats available.
… moreMichael Clark
The spicy salmon maki is INCREDIBLE. Easily in my top 3 rolls I’ve ever had – and I’ve had A LOT of sushi rolls. I’d go back just to eat this again. Everything else was solid too. The service was great, and the chef behind the counter made sure everything was excellent.
… moreEssence Moua
After a 6-hour road trip to Chicago, we grabbed sushi to treat ourselves. Our server was new, but we waited over an hour while people seated after us finished and left. Management kindly offered food, which we appreciated, but at that point we just wanted to go. We never got to enjoy it fresh—or that night—since we ended up wandering to the top corner store next to our stay in Uptown.
… moreNicole Marinas
A truly indulgent contemporary sushi place. The rolls at Ora are so creative and full of texture. Highly recommend the following:
– baked oyster with egg custard, so garlicky
– Kani roll, has a surprising taste of lemon to compliment the crab
BYOB with a charge per person, not too bad.
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