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Itoko, Chicago, IL

Itoko

4.8 (612)
$31 to $50
Japanese
3325 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657-1417

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 65 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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.

Dining areas

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
  • 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 612 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Itoko shines with its "incredible food" and "excellent service," offering a diverse menu featuring standout sushi and creative dishes. Regulars rave about the "amazing happy hour" deals and attentive staff. The ambiance is "beautiful," making it an ideal spot for celebrations or casual dining. Highly recommended for sushi lovers!
612 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, great atmosphere and food.. Not a lot of rolls to chose from (5) and they give you 5 rolls/order— odd number for sharing. 4 stars
    ItokoResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for the great feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and food. We appreciate your note on the roll options and portion count—that’s helpful insight as we continue to fine-tune the menu. Hope to welcome you back soon to try more of what we have to offer! Best, Rachel Evaristo General Manager

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  2. Jacque VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've been here for dinner before, and loved it, so we decided to try the brunch. Honestly one of the best brunches we've been to in Chicago. Interesting options, tasty, and great service. Will be back.
    ItokoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Jacque! Thank you so much for coming back to dine with us—and for giving our brunch a try! We're thrilled to hear it ranked as one of your favorites in Chicago. Great food and great service are what we strive for, and we're so glad that came through. Looking forward to having you back again soon! Best, Rachel Evaristo General Manager

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  3. Adriana VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food and great service! I loved the scallop roles!
    ItokoResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Adriana - Thanks for the great review! I'm happy to hear our service and food made for a great visit and we'll be here with more scallop maki on your next visit! Best, Rachel Evaristo General Manager

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  4. Christina

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Honestly one of the best happy hours I’ve been to in a while. Lychee martini 10/10, salmon dip 10/10, rolls and hand rolls 10/10 (everything to me was 10/10 haha). Service was great and everyone was attentive and kind!
    ItokoResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you so much for the kind words Christina! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great time at happy hour and that everything hit the mark—from the lychee martini to the hand rolls. We’ll be sure to share your praise with the team. Can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another 10/10 experience! Best, Rachel Evaristo General Manager

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  5. Megan

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great happy hour deals on food. I will be back always
    ItokoResponded on June 6, 2025
    Hi Megna! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our happy hour deals and found our food to be delicious. It's always a pleasure to serve you at Itoko and we're grateful for your support. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Best, Rachel Evaristo General Manager

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  6. William VIP

    Philadelphia County17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Japanese restaurant and Misha was a fabulous waiter/server: friendly, kind, patient, knowledgeable, great suggestions, attentive
    ItokoResponded on June 5, 2025
    Hi William - Thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Itoko. It's wonderful to know that Misha was able to provide you with friendly, knowledgeable service and great suggestions. We strive to provide the best for our guests and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Rachel Evaristo General Manager

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  7. YuanChen

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Only brunch menu on Sunday. We are expecting a full menu but missed it. Will try next time since many of my friends recommended it to me.
    ItokoResponded on June 5, 2025
    Hi YuanChen - Thank you for the kind words! We’re glad you had a great time with us during happy hour and that you enjoyed a variety of dishes from the menu. It’s wonderful to hear that the cocktails and service made an impression as well. We look forward to having you back again soon! Best, Rachel Evaristo General Manager

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  8. Lily

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for the brunch the food is really amazing! Great presentation and good serving sizes. They have great interpretations of Asian cuisines as well as traditional options.
    ItokoResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Lily - Thank you for joining us for brunch! We're so glad you enjoyed both the presentation and our interpretations of traditional Asian dishes. We hope to welcome you back again soon to explore even more of the menu! Best, Rachel Evaristo General Manager

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  9. David

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal food. Ambiance- chef’s kiss. Excellent service
    ItokoResponded on May 31, 2025
    Hi David - Thank you so much for the great review! We're happy to hear you loved our food and the service Delphyne provided, she's excellent and we're happy to have her on our team. We can't wait to have you back with us again soon! Best, Rachel Evaristo General Manager

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  10. Walaiporn

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Itoko is my go to if I’m around the area but i never say no to my friends if they want to. My favorite sushi place.
    ItokoResponded on June 5, 2025
    Hi Walaiporn - We're thrilled to hear that Itoko is your go-to spot when you're around the area! We always aim to provide top-notch service and value to our customers. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you and your friends again soon! Best, Rachel Evaristo General Manager

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FAQs

Itoko is rated 4.8 stars by 612 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. Lakeview / East Lakeview

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 65 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
  • 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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