"The original Kyoten in Logan Square is very expensive (a $440-$490 20-course omakase), so it probably won’t be making it into any transplant’s weekly rotation. But the sushi at its neighbor, Kyoten Next Door, is just as good and is $159 per person. The 18-course omakase here involves phenomenal nigiri made with high-quality fish, heavily seasoned large-grained rice, and a piece of blowtorched wagyu that puts your favorite steakhouse to shame. It will impress your friend enough that you’ll soon be able to rely on them to water your plants while you’re on vacation." - adrian kane, veda kilaru