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Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago, Chicago, IL

Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago

4.6 (42)
$50 and over
Sushi
712 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654-3510

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Located underneath Italian gem Prosecco in Chicago's River North Gallery District, Sushi By Bou is an intimate and timed speakeasy experience featuring a traditional Sushi Omakase or chef's choice. Choose between our classic 12-course menu or get Bougie with our 17-course experience. Come early and stay late to enjoy our craft cocktails, imported sake selection, and high-energy vibes.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian, Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    David Bouhadana
  • Catering
    Please reach out to topspots@sushibybou.com for catering platter options.
  • Private party facilities
    Please reach out to topspots@sushibybou.com for in-venue and off-site buyout options.
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Wine

Experiences

  • 60 MINUTE, 12-COURSE SIGNATURE OMAKASE $65

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in a culinary journey like no other with our chef curated, 12-course Edomae style omakase experience. Each dish is not only a masterpiece of flavor, texture, and presentation but also an invitation to engage directly with the creation process. Guests are encouraged to participate in some preparations, each designed to mesmerize and induce awe and wonder with every bite. Sushi by Bou does not require prepayment. We collect your credit card details and you are charged only if you breach our cancellation policy.
    60 MINUTE, 12-COURSE SIGNATURE OMAKASE $65 Photo
  • 60 MINUTE, 17-COURSE BOUGIE OMAKASE $100

    Multiple dates available
    Elevate your dining experience with our exclusive “Bougie” 17-course Omakase. Begin by joining in a "Kanpai!" toast with our chefs. This ceremonial tradition sets the stage for a captivating culinary adventure, enhanced by a chef-created hand roll designed as crescendo to your omakase adventure. This upgraded experience offers a more extensive exploration of seasonal, imported fish from Japan and around the world, curated to provide a richer, more intricate tasting exploration, making this an exceptional culinary elevation from our 12-course offering. Sushi by Bou does not require prepayment. We collect your credit card details and you are charged only if you breach our cancellation policy.
    60 MINUTE, 17-COURSE BOUGIE OMAKASE $100 Photo

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What 42 people are saying

Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sushi by Bou in River North Chicago offers "fantastic experience" with "great staff, great food, great drinks." Its speakeasy vibe and "amazing dining experience" captivate guests. Notably fresh sushi and "creative toppings" enhance flavors. While portion sizes could be larger, the intimate setting, friendly staff, and exclusive atmosphere make it "highly recommend."
42 Reviews
  1. Hayden

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience here, with great staff, great food, great drinks. Can’t recommend it enough!
    Sushi by Bou- River North ChicagoResponded on June 9, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Hayden! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago. It's wonderful to know that our staff, food, and drinks met your expectations. Your kind words have truly made our day. We can't wait to welcome you back for another great experience!

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  2. Hayun

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun experience, great vibe. Food was not so great. Sushi made for non-Asian. Non-Asians in our group thought the food was good, because of the sauces. Everything was heavily seasoned that you cannot really taste fish at all. Rice was too warm and sticky (Sushi rice should not be warm nor cooked with too much water). Thickness of the fish cut was too thin for Omakase, I thought.
    Sushi by Bou- River North ChicagoResponded on June 2, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Hayun! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fun experience at Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago. We aim to provide a unique and enjoyable vibe for all our guests, so we're glad you appreciated it. We're sorry to hear that some of your dishes didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our sushi and it's a shame it didn't hit the spot for you. We also appreciate your feedback on the rice and fish temperature. We'll certainly look into these matters. We hope to welcome you back soon for a better experience.

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  3. Tom

    Orlando / Central Florida East17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife truly enjoyed the entire evening, from the intimate setting to the exquisitely presented omakase. The creative toppings on each piece boosted the flavors in ways that she had not experienced before. Well done!
    Sushi by Bou- River North ChicagoResponded on May 26, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Tom! We're thrilled to hear that your wife enjoyed her evening at Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago. It's wonderful to know that you appreciated the intimate setting, the creative toppings, and the omakase. We're glad that you had a wonderful experience and we look forward to serving you again soon!

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  4. Syd

    Denver / Colorado3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food at Sushi by Bou is incredible, truly great fish. My only gripe is that the 12 courses went by in about half an hour, and the quantity left much to be desired. I am familiar with omakase so I understand the portion size but even this seemed to be a bit less than my expectation. Especially if you sell bottles of alcohol, there should be enough food to balance out the experience. We were there alone and so the experience might have been shorter as a result, but I believe it could have been much more memorable with more conversation from the chef. I also believe the lounge would extend the experience in a more meaningful way given the theme if you added interactives such as a pool table or something of the sort. Overall, the experience wasn’t bad and the food was great, but I didn’t feel wowed or that I got my money’s worth.
    Sushi by Bou- River North ChicagoResponded on May 27, 2025
    Hey Syd, Thanks for your feedback. We're thrilled you enjoyed our food at Sushi by Bou River North Chicago! We understand your concerns about the portion size and time. We aim to create a memorable experience and your insights help us do that. We're glad you found our place comfortable and enjoyed the lounge. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal! Best, The Management Team

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  5. Ann

    Wisconsin23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dining experience in a speakeasy type atmosphere 🥰 Each piece of sushi was like a symphony of flavor 😋 We're already looking forward to returning and we'll be utilizing our InKind gift cards again 😊
    Sushi by Bou- River North ChicagoResponded on May 27, 2025
    Hi Ann, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing dining experience at Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago. It's fantastic to know that our sushi left you feeling like a symphony of flavor. We're also glad that you're looking forward to returning and are utilizing your InKind gift cards. We hope to see you soon! Best wishes, The Management Team

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  6. Monica VIP

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing experience!! This new location is so cute and the lychee martini was unreal
    Sushi by Bou- River North ChicagoResponded on May 27, 2025
    Hello Monica, We're overjoyed to hear that you had an amazing experience at Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our new location and the lychee martini. We always strive to provide top-notch service and delicious food to our guests. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for more memorable experiences! Best, The Management Team

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  7. Winnie VIP

    Hong Kong Island1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Portion sizes were very small and the chef wasn’t very interactive
    Sushi by Bou- River North ChicagoResponded on May 27, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Winnie! We're sorry to hear that you found our portion sizes and chef interaction not up to your expectations. At Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago, we strive to provide our customers with an exceptional dining experience, and we're sorry we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and exceed your expectations. Best regards, Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago Management Team

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  8. Brian

    South Carolina4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super cool experience a Sushi bar that’s a speakeasy. Very fresh, and well done. Bar was solid as well.
    Sushi by Bou- River North ChicagoResponded on May 5, 2025
    Hi Brian, We're over the moon to hear about your super cool experience at Sushi by Bou! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our fresh sushi and found our speakeasy vibe to your liking. We're thrilled that our bar was able to provide a solid foundation for your meal. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Sushi by Bou River North Chicago Management Team

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  9. Ian

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Zach prepared amazing Sushi and each staff member was professional. This new location is top tier and I can’t wait to go back.
    Sushi by Bou- River North ChicagoResponded on May 5, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Ian! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago. We're especially pleased that our chef's preparation of Sushi met your expectations. It's always our goal to provide top-tier service and it's wonderful to know that we've succeeded in your eyes. We can't wait to welcome you back for another top-tier experience!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I loved the whole experience! the food was fantastic and our host was amazing.
    Sushi by Bou- River North ChicagoResponded on May 5, 2025
    Hello, We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago! It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. We always aim to provide an exceptional dining experience and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. Thank you for your positive feedback and for taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago is rated 4.6 stars by 42 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sushi by Bou- River North Chicago

712 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654-3510

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    David Bouhadana
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Wine
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