Nobu Chicago

Nobu Chicago reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Deb VIP

   Central Coast17 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   I’ve had the pleasure of dining at Nobu in Los Angeles, Barcelona, London, and Miami Beach. While the sushi in Barcelona and London was exceptional, I recently discovered a hidden gem in Miami, LA, Austin-Uchi. At this price point, Uchi delivers what is expected, and it’s worth the investment. What sets Uchi apart is its innovative approach to sushi. Each piece of fish is served with its own unique sauce or topping, eliminating the need for soy sauce altogether. This minimalist approach allows the natural flavors of the fish to shine through, making sushi an art form that truly comes alive with these creative toppings. They also offer fish from Japan not just the staples. However, my experience at Nobu was marred by several issues. The staff seemed inexperienced and uninformed about the restaurant’s offerings and customer service. They were primarily order takers and busboys, with no interaction with customers. To top it off, they called to confirm my reservation at 7 p.m. and informed me that I needed to leave by 9:15 p.m. because they had other parties scheduled. This lack of courtesy and consideration left a sour taste in my mouth. Despite being only half full the entire night, with more than 15 tables available, we left at 9 p.m. disappointed considering the time we had invested in getting there during rush hour. The fish was served like every other sushi restaurant in America and same limited fish offerings too. I felt nothing was unique and every piece of sushi the only sauce was soy to dip. Not very creative. Overall, my experience at Nobu was disappointing:(
   

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2. OT

   OpenTable Diner VIP

   Chicago1 review

   1.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   We are regulars at Nobu but Thai time I was really Disappointed. It was my son’s birthday and at checkin he was wished happy birthday and also told a complimentary cake or something would come and to have a good time. He and I had a great meal, spent nearly $600 for 2 of us and yet felt robbed somehow. I know it’s probably not customary to say happy birthday and give complimentary anything, but just some decency and presence of mind or atleast knowing about a customer who’s reserved and mentioned occasion is birthday. It’s not about the free bee or complimentary whatever, it’s about being human and your ethics. Sad day .. but hey we paid for the food right so .. thank you.
   

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was delicious and fresh except for 1 nigiri which was kind dry. It is beautiful inside. Went on a first date and it was wonderful
   

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   GinnyW VIP

   Seattle29 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   All the food was amazing. Server gave great suggestions and service was solid. Can’t stop thinking about Wagu dumplings and the cod miso!
   

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   Amy VIP

   New York City4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food quality has gone down year after year. Specifically the rock shrimp, the lobster salad. 
   

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   Mike

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Could not have had a better lunch experience from the time we enter to when we left. The chef was spot on in his recommendations. Look forward to coming back.
   

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   Dilek

   San Diego2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful Have not had a sushi this well made buttery melt in your mouth ever 5 star We changed our seat Wanted a bday special table we were accommodated properly
   

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner VIP

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful and very happy waiter A sweetheart We had the chef’s selection. It was superb each course was impeccable.
   

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   Denise VIP

   Orlando9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always s fabulous experience at Nobu. Service is attentive & the food divine. Highlights include the Lobster Shitake Salad, spicy snow crab entree & scallops with brussel sprouts. Complete your meal with the Choc Miso gelato tiramisu..top-notch!
   

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    LinaN VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Great service but quality of food was subpar. The sushi quality was poor, disappointing for Nobu. While I understand the quality would not be the same as Nobu dinner/non-buffet quality given the lower price point, I did expect the quality to be better. The fish quality was comparable to other sushi buffets in the city that are much lower in price point (e.g., $35-45 pp). Dessert was great though
    

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