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Momotaro, Chicago, IL
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Momotaro

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4.7 (4037)
$31 to $50
Japanese
820 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60607

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 123 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
Momotaro is a multi-level Japanese restaurant located in the West Loop. Led by Executive Chef Gene Kato, Momotaro has had the honor of being named Restaurant of the Year in both Chicago Magazine and Chicago Social. Under Kato’s leadership the restaurant has come to define the balance between traditional values and modern technique, blending the two in a science and art that has resulted in an authentic, innovative menu. The restaurant, designed by the world renowned AvroKO, also contains the subterranean Izakaya at Momotaro (a laid back, lively lower-level bar and restaurant reminiscent of the neon-lit haunts of trendy Tokyo neighborhoods) and an elegant second floor private space that overlooks the main dining room.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gene Kato
  • Private party facilities
    Momotaro is a multi-dimensional Japanese restaurant located in the West Loop. Led by Executive Chef Gene Kato, Momotaro was recently named in the 50 Best Restaurants by Chicago Magazine.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Sales Manager: (312) 733-4818 ext. 2
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    Green Street & Lake Street
  • Parking details
    Valet is available outside the restaurant's entrance on Lake and Green.
  • Public transit
    #8 Halsted Bus at Lake Street. Green & Pink line at Morgan stop.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 4,037 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Momotaro offers a captivating dining experience with "wonderful service and amazing food." Guests rave about the "amazing selection of sushi" and the "phenomenal service" provided by knowledgeable staff. The ambiance is "gorgeous," blending modern elegance with traditional warmth, making it ideal for special occasions. While some find it "expensive," the quality is "really good."
4,037 Reviews
  1. Huey

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service and amazing food. Have been coming for many years and have yet to be disappointed.
    MomotaroResponded today
    Dear Huey, Thank you for your continued support over the years — we’re truly honored to be a part of your dining traditions. It’s incredibly rewarding to hear that our service and food have consistently met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon and continuing to deliver the experience you’ve come to love. Thank you, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya

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  2. Madalsa

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Service was excellent and very attentive. We were the last people at the restaurant and the staff was very patient and did not rush us despite closing up. And food was wonderful.
    MomotaroResponded today
    Dear Madalsa, Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience and that our team made you feel welcome right through to the end of the evening. It means a lot to know their patience and attentiveness stood out, and we’re thrilled you enjoyed the food as well. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon — hopefully with a little more time to linger! Thank you, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya

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  3. Robert

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent, every time! All of the staff were really great to us and the food, as usual, was phenomenal. Thanks, Momotaro!!
    MomotaroResponded today
    Dear Robert, Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad to hear that your experience was excellent once again — it’s always our goal to make every visit feel just as special as the last. We’ll be sure to pass your compliments along to the team; they’ll be thrilled to know their efforts made a lasting impression. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for more phenomenal bites and great hospitality! Thank you, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya

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  4. RonB VIP

    Chicago / Illinois40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, both food and service during our last visit on June 27 were outstanding. We are regulars at Momotaro because we can count on a high quality experience whenever we eat there. On this occasion, our server Britani provided polished, knowledgeable service, accompanied by a ready smile; they had clearly looked up our record of previous food and drink orders and were prepared to serve us. We ordered cold and hot appetizers, grilled shiitake mushrooms and chicken thighs, and rolls from the sushi bar. All were beautifully presented and made of the highest quality ingredients. We enthusiastically recommend Momotaro and thank Britani and the other staff for a pleasant experience.
    MomotaroResponded today
    Dear Ron, Thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review — it means the world to us coming from one of our cherished regulars. We’re thrilled to know that your most recent visit lived up to your expectations, and even more so that Britani made such a positive impression. She takes great pride in anticipating our guests’ preferences, and your recognition of that effort is deeply appreciated. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the entire team, especially Britani. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable evening at Momotaro. Thank you, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya

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  5. Leon

    Chicago / Illinois14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Food and service were exceptional. Great varied menu with too many wonderful items to consume in one sitting. The only (and major) issue was that the music was WAY TOO LOUD! We could barely hear each other without yelling and even had trouble communicating with our servers. People at nearby tables were also yelling which made it even harder to hear. We will not be back. Too bad, we really wanted to try more items.
    MomotaroResponded today
    Dear Leon, Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We’re so glad to know that the food and service stood out and that you found the menu full of exciting options. Your comments about the volume and energy of the dining room are appreciated and have been noted by our team. We always aim to strike the right balance between vibrant atmosphere and comfortable conversation, and your perspective helps us do just that. Thank you again for joining us — and for taking the time to share your experience. Thank you, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya

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  6. Sylvia

    Mexico City3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We order 4 different plates. One was burned in the bottom, the other meet was raw. Yellow tale small plate was good but nigiri’s were not well prepared. Waitress completely forgot our table twice. Place is too noisy. Impossible to hear each other in table of two.
    MomotaroResponded today
    Dear Sylvia, Thank you for sharing your feedback. While we’re glad to hear you enjoyed the yellowtail, we appreciate you taking the time to detail the rest of your experience. Our goal is to consistently deliver both precision and hospitality, and comments like yours help us stay accountable to that standard. We’re always listening and looking for ways to improve, and your perspective is valuable to that process. Thank you, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya

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  7. Angela VIP

    Chicago / Illinois16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, a lovely experience, made even more special by Westin's wonderful service!!
    MomotaroResponded today
    Dear Angela, Thank you for the kind words! We’re always so happy to welcome you back, and it’s wonderful to hear that Weston made this visit especially memorable. He brings such warmth and care to the table, and we’ll be sure to share your praise with him. Looking forward to the next lovely evening with you at Momotaro! Thank you, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya

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  8. Jane

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious. What a great meal and memorable night. We loved dining at Momotaro and can’t wait to visit again.
    MomotaroResponded today
    Dear Jane, Thank you for such a lovely note! We’re so glad your night with us was memorable and that you enjoyed the meal from start to finish. It means a lot to know you’re already looking forward to your next visit — we are too! Until next time, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya

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  9. Jessika

    Dallas - Fort Worth2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Skylar was a great server and we had a great birthday dinner!
    MomotaroResponded today
    Dear Jessika, We’re so glad you had a great birthday dinner with us — and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Spencer! He’ll be thrilled to know he helped make the celebration special. Thank you for spending your evening at Momotaro, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Thank you, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya

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  10. Kaitlyn

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top 3 burgers I’ve ever had!!! So amazing can’t wait to come back and try more.
    MomotaroResponded today
    Dear Kaitlyn, We love that the burger made your top three — high praise, and we’re here for it! We can’t wait to have you back to explore even more of what our kitchen (and bar downstairs!) has to offer. Thanks again for the rave review — see you soon! Thank you, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya

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FAQs

Momotaro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 733-4818.

Momotaro is rated 4.7 stars by 4037 OpenTable diners.

Momotaro does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 123 times today
Google Map for Momotaro

820 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Green Street & Lake Street
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet is available outside the restaurant's entrance on Lake and Green.
  • Public transit
    #8 Halsted Bus at Lake Street. Green & Pink line at Morgan stop.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gene Kato
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Momotaro is a multi-dimensional Japanese restaurant located in the West Loop. Led by Executive Chef Gene Kato, Momotaro was recently named in the 50 Best Restaurants by Chicago Magazine.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Sales Manager: (312) 733-4818 ext. 2
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