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Itoko, Chicago, IL

Itoko

4.8
4.8
542 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 52 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
Situated in Lakeview's iconic Southport Corridor, Itoko is a neighborhood Japanese and robata restaurant from Gene Kato, Executive Chef of Momotaro. “Itoko” meaning “cousin” in Japanese, refers to the connection with Momotaro, located in the Fulton Market District. The menu features the high level of ingredients and technique that Chicago has come to expect from Chef Kato, alongside a beautiful interior curated for the Southport neighborhood. The menu itself features uniquely interpreted sushi rolls that allow the high-quality fish to be the star of the sushi experience. In addition, an innovative beverage menu with a focus on cocktails & highballs highlights the relationship between the technique of the food created by the kitchen and how this is complimented by the beverage selection.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 819-7672
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Gene Kato
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Dining Coordinator: (773) 819-7672
  • Neighborhood
    Lakeview / East Lakeview
  • Cross street
    N Southport Ave + W Henderson St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Wine
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What 542 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Itoko delights with its "excellent food," "creative menu," and "incredible service." The restaurant is celebrated for its "delicious dishes," including standout sushi and ramen. Diners appreciate the "lovely ambiance" and special touches, making it a "favorite" spot for special occasions. Despite some noise concerns, Itoko provides a memorable dining experience.

542 Reviews
  1. Vanessa

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s been a long time since I’ve had a meal as beautiful as this. Everything we ordered was phenomenal. Thank you.

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  2. Kathleen

    Chicago

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect night out with visiting family. Our waitress was great, the food was delicious and the drinks were spot on!

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  3. Trista

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the free photo for celebrations! Very sweet and something we will keep on our fridge for a long time <3

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  4. KHarper

    VIP

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have an amazing meal at Itoko. The robata is outstanding! But our server Rob and the rest of the team did such a lovely job of helping us celebrate our daughter’s 18th birthday. Nothing over the top, but loads of thoughtful touches. I highly recommend asking to eat upstairs if you, like me, find most restaurants way too noisy.

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  5. Molly

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent. A must for sushi in Chicago. Very happy we found it.

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  6. Daniel

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Fish was fresh and service was excellent. Will come back.

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  7. Sam

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to Itoko to celebrate our engagement. The food was delicious and the staff took such great care of us and made the night one to rememebr!

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  8. Mckenzie

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took the sushi class and it was an absolute blast. The quality of the fish and ingredients are top notch.

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  9. Peter

    VIP

    Charlotte

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience! The wait staff was helpful and informative. The food was delicious—highly recommend the steamed bun and lox, and the honey butter toast. My yuzu dropped was refreshing, and my fiancée loved the lychee spritz. Definitely coming back!

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  10. Ed

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second visit to Itoko, both experiences were fantastic! On both occasions we described our preferences to the server and both times, we were blown away with the selection and quality of each dish. It’s apparent that the restaurant’s staff is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about their process and presentation. Some of the best nigiri I’ve ever had. I would recommend Itoko for any occasion you wouldn’t mind repeating.

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FAQs

Itoko is rated 4.8 stars by 542 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 52 times today
Google Map for Itoko

3325 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657-1417

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    N Southport Ave + W Henderson St
  • Neighborhood
    Lakeview / East Lakeview
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gene Kato
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Wine
  • Phone number
    (773) 819-7672
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Dining Coordinator: (773) 819-7672
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