Miku Sushi

The food here is great, but lacking in certain areas. We had the seafood ceviche to start, which was extremely sour and vinegary (and also pretty small portioned), but overall the seafood itself was wonderful. The tonkatsu ramen was phenomenal, the broth was rich and creamy, and the noodles were so delicious. My biggest complaint is that there wasn’t enough noodles; I was super hungry when I ordered and probably slurped all my noodles up in under a minute. I even had to order an extra portion of noodles to fulfill my appetite. I can’t quite put my finger on it but the poke bowl was just okay. It came well-proportioned, but the salmon and tuna felt a little warm and the entire bowl tasted a little under-seasoned.

Good food that comes with good service. I think my only gripe would be the noise level. It was so loud in there we could barely hear our own conversation we were having amongst ourselves. But other than that it was a nice culinary experience. Cheers!

Trash. This feels like the kind of place that scrapes by in a tiny town because nobody has had Japanese food before. I think if I’d taken my high school girlfriend here in 2003, we may have thought it was ok. The miso soup was straight out of a pack, the dumplings were microwaved (so cold in the middle) and the tofu was impossible to pick up because it was so sloppy and flavourless. The staff didn’t care (I wouldn’t care either if I was serving slop to morons), and the outside patio was poorly maintained and grimy. Bad presentation. The water was pretty cold, so not all bad.

Excellent sushi selection! Everything we have at Miku is delicious. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

One of my favorite spots for sushi. Garlic edamame is amazing and can personally vouch for the Spider roll. They also have great lunch deals.

I was so excited to try this spot and it was a huge disappointment! We had reservations for 815pm and we didn't get seated until 840ish (other folks were in this situation too, there was a long line). Then once we got seated we waited some more then finally they took our orders. The food came out fast. We ordered the skewers: alligator and squid (very delicious). The sushi was alright; not memorable. Better places in the city The ramen was pretty good!! Overall, it was a mediocre dining experience and it just started out stressful.

I walked in at the most improbable time - 3pm in a Monday for lunch - and this place feeds me so well that I feel obligated to leave this review. The eel, tuna, and basic salmon rolls are all top notch with fresh fish, perfectly cooked sushi rice, and just the right combo of flavors. The waitress is also attentive even when I am literally the only person in the restaurant. Love it so much.

My wife and i have enjoyed 4 or 5 meals here in the last two years. Legit creative and fun. Not cheap but the value is top shelf. Half priced offerings if yer on a budget. Signature maki rolls are a standout. Indoor dining is proper ; outdoor sidewalk tables avail too. Best sushi in Lincoln Square, we are fans.

We arrived around 8:45-9pm. It was Oktoberfest outside and we wandered in for the first time. Ambiance was clean, quiet, low lighting. It really helped the headache I was nursing. Uni Oyster shooters 4 stars. Flavorful! Crab uni maki. 4 stars. Tasted good. Ramen. We both ate. I give 4 stars. Needed to trim fat off the meat, and because I eat at a lot of ramen places, I think this one was very good, but something needs to be upped in the flavor. Miso soup - 5 stars. It really was tasty and helped my headache. :) The wait staff was fine. Quick to pick up used plates and help us pack. No problems.

Sushi was ok but probably the best among all the item we ordered. Ramen has too much MSG, noodles overcooked and very few, very greasy. Not great service - forgot my order and not attentive at all. Bathroom door lock had issues to lock and toilet paper had run out... We will not come back.

As someone who has had struggled with the Chicago sushi scene (outside of high-priced options), I very much enjoyed Miku. We had ramen and three rolls- all of which were quite tasty, fresh, and well prepared. The service was very good / accommodating and led us to order the correct portion of food to share between two people. They were also very accommodating of a shellfish allergy. The location in Lincoln Square was nice with easy street parking available. Highly recommend this spot if you are seeking quality, moderately priced sushi.

I came here to eat dinner with two friends! They have half priced maki before 6 pm, so the menu is affordable! I ordered the Ocean Sundae Maki. I thought it tasted good!

Located near Lincoln Square, this sushi gem offers a tantalizing variety of sushi that not only tastes amazing but also comes at reasonable prices. From classic rolls to innovative creations, there's something for every sushi lover here. What sets this place apart are the unique items on the menu, urging diners to branch out and explore new flavors. Their alcoholic drinks perfectly complement the sushi experience, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to your meal. Overall, this restaurant is a must-visit for anyone craving delicious sushi in a welcoming atmosphere without breaking the bank

The sushi was pretty good, and I appreciated the 50% discount on the lunch price. However, one odd thing happened--I asked for hot water, and the male waiter said he couldn't provide it because 'they usually don't do it' and that I needed to buy tea.

Came to see what all the hype was with some coworkers and was excited for the 1/2 off sushi before 6pm, however we were all a little disappointed. All of us had different dishes and agreed that the freshness was off or some weren't very flavorful. Some of our rolls weren't rolled very tight so they were hard to eat and would fall apart easily. The staff were a little slow but they were all friendly.

Had a great time at Miku. The staff was nice and attentive. We made reservations because we weren't sure how busy it would get. They seated us right away without any problems. The Maki and happy hour is half off of you place the order before 6pm. Can't beat that for cheaper food and drinks. The Maki we order were all picked at random except for the 1 that was recommended by the waiter. All the maki's were very good. The stand outs were Momo Maki was a table favorite and the Robusta was different and had a nice crunch to it. The Hangover and Flaming Dragon were the choice of my friends. The skewers we ordered were the scallops, alligator and ribeye. The alligator was a bit tough but seasoned well with plenty of ginger flavor. The ribeye nicely cooked, can't really go wrong with ribeye unless you over cook it. The scallops were nice and wrapped in bacon. Having 2 great items together...scallops and bacon A very nice restaurant in Lincoln Square. Staff was nice and a great neighborhood to spend some time in. Order before 6 to take advantage of the half off specials!

Never had less than a great meal here. Not sure what gives with the one and two star reviews because that's certainly not our experience.

Really good sushi place in Lincoln square! It's not too expensive and the rolls are huge! They don't have a TON of vegetarian rolls but what I tried was very good!! It had sweet potato, tempura and was crispy and flavorful. Their cocktails weren't the strongest but it's ok. Great spot and not busy on Sunday!

If I could I would give this spot zero stars. We have never been here before and pass it by every week so we decided to give it a shot. Before 6 the makis are half off so I thought hey let's try 4. First the waitress had some kind of attitude towards us and no idea why. Maybe because we brought our kid? No idea. But we tried to ignore it and just enjoy dinner. We left a majority of it on the plates and paid our check and left. The quality of the fish was poor, the combinations were just disgusting. Some of the fish looked old and gray and I was scared to eat it. I would not eat here if you paid me. No idea how this place can be 4 stars on here. Even the wasabi looked old - almost like they reused whatever someone left... What a shame. All you are doing is paying for sitting in a patio in the summer in Lincoln. But so many better spots. Wish there was better sushi in the area. Not asking for anything fancy - just something I feel like I won't get food poisoning from. Not worth it. Also every time we have walked by people sitting eating sushi it always looked bad. We also got a drink that was not mixed at all - it was just straight up vodka when it was supposed to be a lychee drink. Maybe this place was decent at some point but there is no reason for people to come here anymore. I'd rather order take out sushi (which I rarely would ever do) and eat it on the curb then eat here! Don't go.

Ordered take out and got the -Diablo maki -Veggie Tempura Maki -Avocado Roll Diablo was my favorite and really good! Love that it's spicy tuna with cucumber and avocado and spicy Mayo and wasn't drowning in Mayo.

WILL NOT BE the last time we visit. This place has been our go-to for sushi. The rolls are always great! Make sure you take advantage of the happy hour special. Service is always good and staff is polite. There is plenty of room and seating, although the weekends can get pretty busy. Favorite dishes: Spicy Ramen & the Sashimi.

Food was good but server was so cold felt like i am trying to eat there without paying

This place is great! It's always fresh and the staff is very nice. They also have a happy hour menu that is one of the best deals in the city. $6 martinis?! Yes please! Def my favorite sushi spot in the city

Nice people, good sake. Not sure how this place has 4 stars. It's not for the fish...C'est la vie.

Came here enticed by the happy hour - it's a friendly establishment, and I could recommend this place if quality isn't super important but you're craving lots of sushi at a low price point. That may be exactly what this place was designed to be, but I've had other sushi that was significantly better for being just a few dollars more, which for me is worth it. Vibe: 3/5 ok, kinda casual but that's ok, I was looking at this as a more casual sushi place as is Service: 5/5 pretty good service, server was attentive Food: 2.5/5 we came for the happy hour and definitely knew we would be getting less quality for a lower price potentially. The fish wasn't super high quality which I expected, but what bothered me more was that the rice was too sticky (overcooked maybe?) while not being well seasoned. The bites of the specialty rolls were rich but the flavors just kinda got lost (again maybe due to the rice quality). The one highlight was the samurai because the apple and lettuce brightened the flavors to balance out the fish/rice quality. All in all, I think sushi for me is one of those foods that quality is really important, but this is a great option if you're not that picky and looking for large volume at low prices. What I'd do differently next time is ask the servers what their favorite rolls are bc I'm sure they have better insight into which rolls (like the samurai) might highlight what Miku makes particularly well.

Too many shrimp entrees on the main menu, but awesome neighborhood place. Don't order all at once and don't let them hustle you out until you're done.

Came here with friends on a Friday night. They were busy, so be sure to make a reservation. Sushi is half off from 4-6. They have drinks there or you can bring your own, but there is a $15 corkage fee per bottle. The sushi was very good and the prices were great!

I was very impressed with Miku during my first visit here. I stopped by with the family for a birthday celebration and it was a great night. First of all, Miku was much larger than I thought it was. There is a bar and tons of seating in this restaurant. Also a big bonus of this place is that they have happy hour during the first opening hours. The drink and sushi specials are most definitely worth it! I had a cocktail which I thought was pretty tasty and we ordered sushi rolls. All of the sushi tasted fresh and the rolls were prepared very nicely. They were not too big and not too saucy. I also thought service was great! Our party of five had a wonderful experience and we will definitely be back!

I like to come for happy hour when prices are super low. I get the sweet potato maki and it's sweet and crunchy. It's not near where I live but I go out of my way from time to time to enjoy.

Great sushi spot that sell quality fresh sushi. The rolls are super fresh and made to order. They have specials everyday with half price on sushi rolls before 6pm and the list is extensive on the half off specials. They also have half off martinis after 4pm and this list is also extensive and the martinis are good. You can really enjoy a nice sushi dinner/outing here for a very reasonable price so this is always a plus. Service is a little slow and lacking a little when it comes to personality so this is why I took a star off. The young lady who is the primary server is not the nicest, and not saying she's mean because she's not she just does not have a warm welcoming personality.

The food and service was fine. Relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. Honestly enjoyed our waitress. Why I would suggest going here is their deals! They offer great lunch options for even the non-sushi lover. From 4-6pm they offer discounts on a collection of rolls snd cocktails... sign me up! Your not going to have 5 star fish here, but it was decently delicious. Give them a try!

Solid sushi! This place hits and the lunch special is where it's at. From 11-4 pm the lunch special is $12 for 2 rolls and a miso soup or $16 for 3 rolls and a miso soup. They also have fat deals on other speciality rolls and bento boxes. The servers are nice and pleasant and most of the sushi is rly good. My favs are the salmon, avo the tuna avo, the negi hamachi, the yellowtail, and the eel. The shrimp and the spicy tuna tastes weird in my opinion like it's kinda fake? Idk but I know the others are hits so I stick to those!

DO NOT RECOMMEND came in at 530 for happy hour as party of 5, 2 kids 3 adults. ordered 6 rolls of sushi. order arrived in the table at 6:05 even though its been ready for 15-20 mins. the girl server just kept taking orders but never deliver the ready ones to the table. I shouldve taken a picture! Server only looks at the 6 plates of orders in the counter but kept going back and forth looking for something else to do. She kept STALLING to get the time goes by faster to miss 6pm happy hour. WHO DOES THAT! They also include gratuity for 4 party and above. NEVER HEARD OF THAT TIL NOW. Its always a party of 6. Gratuity was more than 20% including the tax. When asked, they shouted at us. Servers are all rude except one hispanic boy who cleans the table for us. Nobody can be asked anything even a straw!

Heard about this place from Tiktok and had to check it out because I was in Chicago for the weekend. Came for their half off rolls (makis) before 6 and it was such a good deal. We ordered the: Tuna roll: 4/5 fish tasted fresh and had the right amount of rice Salmon roll: 4/5 same as tuna roll Yellowtail roll: 4/5 same as the above Ebi Tango: 5/5 very flavorful Smokey bear: 4/5 not the biggest fan of cream cheese but still really good Unagi roll: 5/5 great eel We also ordered the chocolate cream cocktail and the geisha cocktail on recommendation of the waiter. Those were pretty strong and tasted great too! This is definitely a great place to go for lunch because they have a number of deals for good sushi.

Our waitress was very rude from the get-go for no reason. After a few interactions, we were pretty uncomfortable and didn't feel that we would be able to enjoy our meal because of how she was treating us so we left.

I've been to Miku Sushi a number of times in the past, and gotten takeaway as well, but recently I enjoyed my experience so much that I dragged my husband back barely 3 days later to enjoy the same meal. The flaming dragon maki was so good I had to have it again. I love the combination of flavors with the added crunch. And the Gyoza are like potato chips: I could just eat them all day. My only criticism would be that the timing of dishes was a little awkward, with them coming out whenever they were ready, as opposed to splitting up appetizers and entrées. But the weight staff was incredibly kind and attentive, and it was nice to see that business was hopping, but they were keeping up with the tables.

Food was totally off and the service terrible! The place was ok as far as ambiance but the owner was incredibly rude and obnoxious when we needed to send back what smelled rotten. We will never go back there.

NOT worth the visit. There are much better sushi places in the city. Service was ok and drinks were good but the food was meh. Ambiance doesn't exist. Save yourself the time and go somewhere else.

We came before 6pm on a weeknight to enjoy the half price sushi special discussed widely on social media. We assumed that it would be jam packed so we made a reservation, though this turned out to be unnecessary. There was plenty of seating available at 4:30pm! We tried 6 rolls - our favorites included the ika maki, dragon, and ebi tempura. We tried some of the martinis, which are also part of the happy hour special. These were truly exceptional! Our personal favorite was the Kyoto Lime! We look forward to coming back. Be forewarned that closer to 6pm, there will likely be a line out the door. Plan accordingly!

The location and interior was great - but the food was bland, lack luster and it just didn't taste very good. It wasn't memorable. I got the ramen and some basic avocado rolls. The ramen was severely lacking in taste and overly oily to the point where I barely tasted any broth. I was very disappointed in the quality. I didn't get any alcoholic drinks and that was probably a good sign that I didn't. Service & waitstaff was just fine. I felt taken care of.

Food Poisoning: Changed review to 0 stars!: Please read review and accompanying health inspection link/reports from the City of Chicago Heath inspector. NOBODY should be eating here. So my wife and I have been going to this place for a number of years without incident and returned at least once a month for some pretty good sushi, but on my most recent visit to pick up a quick meal, we both immediately knew something was off. We carried out. We had ordered 4 different rolls for the two of us this round. Out of two containers the first seemed OK but the fish was not looking fresh and shiny, but dried out, indicating something was off. Popped the first piece into our mouths and something was DEFINITELY off. Fish was warm and certainly not fresh. 2nd roll seemed OK. 2nd package opened was a spicy tuna roll which I usually order every time I frequent this place. The tuna seemed dry and stale. Popped it into my mouth and it was completely rotten and smelled awful. This is where the story gets good: My wife called the restaurant and spoke to one of the women there who identified herself as the manager, unfortunately I didn't get her name. Her lack of empathy was astounding as when I described the fish quality her comment was; "It's fish. Fish smells fishy." I then let her know I spent many years in the food service industry and let her know fish should NEVER smell fishy. The attitude was beyond anything I've ever experienced in this industry. No apology, and she refused to give a refund but then offered a 15% discount on the next order, which we refused. Why would I go back to the place that offered clearly rotting food to the clientele?! The story goes on: Let's say my wife and I had a very "interesting" evening a couple of hours after eating the food, running to the bathroom with nausea and explosive diarrhea. So let's say we were not happy with this outcome. Since we are both busy people we could not immediately address the situation so about 10 days later I went to the place in person to show the manager the picture of the fish and tell her the results of her poor food handling and again to ask for a refund. She again never apologized, walked away to look at my order history, then came back and said "we don't issue refunds and we already offered you a 15% discount". I said I'd like to speak with the owner and was told he was not in. I then asked her to have him call me or my wife to our phone number they have in our file. The next person called my wife identified himself as Mr. Stan Lee or Stanley. He too stated it's "against policy" to issue refunds and proceeded to belittle my wife. I must say, if I would have seen him in person talking to my wife that way, he would be quickly laid out on the ground. First, she was trying to explain that it wasn't about the money, but the way it was handled and the food poisoning. He kept talking over her repeatedly. I'll paraphrase here but he said this has happened in the past and he has insurance to cover any food poisoning (WHAT?!) so this has OBVIOUSLY happened in the past. He also threatened to deny any poor reviews that we give him (good luck pal!). In addition, he accused my wife of lying since we told him we got sick a few hours after eating, he said "couldn't be food poisoning since that would happen days later". Really? Not a very bright nor accurate statement Mr. Lee. I called my bank and immediately filed a dispute with the credit card company who refunded our money and took it back from the restaurant. So much for the no refund policy! Next, I contacted the Heath inspector for the City of Chicago who called me back within hours. She then led me to the web link which is at the end of this review and she also let me know there have been multiple complaints over the years with multiple violations and she actually asked me "Did they offer to give you a 15% discount?" So apparently she is pretty familiar with this place and let me know (and you can see below the violations and multiple health inspection "fails" over the years) that with this place, it's best to not argue and just contact the Health Inspector. Long story, but the ending here is they FAILED their health inspection on 4/24/23 and again on 5/2/23 likely due to me reporting them. The restaurant today has a sign out front that says "We are closed for Maintenance". So it looks like the Health department shut them down. Here is link to the report including them finding "Over 200 rodent droppings". So, Mr. Stan Lee, maybe you need a little education from the health department and from me on how to handle these situations better. A little kindness and empathy and taking responsibility would be a great lesson for you, but with repeat health department fails, you should likely NOT be in business. Copy link for inspection reports: https://data.cityofchicago.org/Health-Human-Services/Food-Inspections/4ijn-s7e5

Have been coming here for years, including when they were known as Tank. It's my neighborhood sushi spot. I mainly get the makis and all are delicious. My favorites are Ocean Sundae, Robusuta, and Veggie Godzilla. Also love the goat cheese tempura salad. And the spicy ramen is excellent, especially on a cold day. The drinks are wonderful too! My go-to martinis are Red Octopus, Kyoto Lime, and Lemon Drop. The service is nice and attentive, never felt rushed no matter how busy they get. The placed is wheelchair accessible, except for the doors. There's usually someone to help keep it open. It's small and cozy. Love the wall menu in Japanese!

Love it here! Never a bad experience. If I lived closer I would come to Miku way too much. Excellent food and service! Ramen is amazing! Sushi is made to perfection! And the dranks are so worthy.

Love this place and the happy hour specials. Martinis are $6 between the hours of 4pm and 6pm every day! The maki rolls are also half off during these hours as well. The maki rolls range from traditional (like spicy tuna) to innovative. It seems a lot of the maki rolls use sweet soy drizzle (may be a bit much if all your rolls had drizzle), but there are a quite a number that don't. We've also had some of the appetizers as well as the ramen. The spicy ramen is really good and perfect for cold winter evenings like now. Service is attentive and top notch. We came one time around 5:50 pm and were anxious to order. We ordered right around 6pm and the server rushed to the time clock to at least get our order "started" so we could take advantage of the happy hour. Thank you!

Fantastically diverse, fun menu! Their cocktails are delicious too, and if you come before 6pm, they're half off. Same goes for most rolls! Staff is super friendly and knowledgable making the atmosphere relaxed and casual.

Yeah, they are open during the pandemic BUT please ready to show you vax card s photo ID. It was delicious and we ordered more than enough! Had to bring home some. They have half price makis which to me meant Buy one get one free!! Anyway, we also had the Geisha and the Sushi Surfur VZ martinis which was good BUT NOT FOR $12 each. BEWARE, if you order the martini BEFORE 4:00 PM, you will be charge the full price. I thought that it $8 before 6:00 pm like their maki offers. when we put for which is means read every fine detail I would still recommend it at three stars albeit the makis tasted good, it was not rolled tight enough and were breaking apart when we try to it up with our chopsticks. Good but not Great

Solid sushi spot. They still offer half price rolls before 6 pm dine in only. They also have a lunch special. The half price rolls are amazing, huge portions. They dont skimp on the fillings either. Definitely a must try. I will come again. Service a bit slow but it was pretty busy at lunch time. Chill spot, no frills dining. Street parking is available.

We dined at Miku for the first time on a recent Sunday evening. Good food and cheerful staff. A bonus for early diners: they have half price specials on a variety of food items ordered before 6:00 pm... VIBE: Deep, narrow storefront space (similar to the prior occupant, Tank Sushi). Warm, understated décor. Moderately noisy, a little dim where we were sitting. SERVICE: Everyone was pleasant, helpful, and attentive. Dishes came out at a comfortable pace. FOOD: We like edamame, and the garlic version here was delightful. Gyoza dumplings were excellent, a little crispy outside, with a little more shredded cabbage inside than some other places. Beef nagima was tasty, though the ground beef was a bit dense & chewy. I am by no means a ramen expert, but I enjoyed the tonkotsu ramen: the flavors were nicely balanced, the broth slightly creamy, and the noodles perfectly cooked al dente. There is a decent wine list, and a couple of Japanese beers. We had a nice time, and will surely return to try some other small plates and rolls.

Friendly staff. Great pork belly chops, fresh sushi and refreshing cold lychee martinis

A hidden gem in chicago for Japanese food. The sushi is fresh, with many selections without being overwhelming. However I got the chefs selection which I always appreciate, being an optimist (sometimes) I like to think that means the chef picking their favorites so I'm getting the best pieces of fish. The best part of this is it really transported me back to being in Japan. The inside is small but peaceful. It reminded me of Izakayas of Japan, small cozy busy and delicious. As an izakaya they offered Kushiyaki and Yakitori- all I'll say is get the chicken livers.

Good food but I wouldn't dine in. Service is not best but good quality is great so I only do takeout

Flaming dragon roll was great. Not too impressed with the lava or fiesta . Service was excellent (although it was a Thursday) despite being busy. Parking is difficult

DO NOT EAT HERE!!!Bad food (burnt potstickers, some kind of gross mash was supposed to be smoked salmon?),bad service (horrible service with a dose of bad attitude from our server)overpriced (compared to other sushi places in the area). Will not be going back! Do not recommend! Additionally, once I noticed they have a "before 6pm special" I asked why I was not given the special ... they argued my order was placed after six pm.... (Not true, see my receipt). I say don't offer a special if you are not going to stand by it. With so many businesses in need of clients this one is definitely not deserving or worth your money !!

Ordered the Ocean Sundae and Ika Maki for 1/2 lunch today. The Ocean Sundae was decent. However, the Ika Maki had calamari in it that was literally inedible. The calamari was the consistency of rubber. It was the first sushi I've ever had to spit out. I obviously couldn't stomach the rest of the roll. The server didn't even take the Ika Maki off the bill.

I've dined at this place for more than 5 years. I've dined alone, with co workers, with children. Recently had the worst service ever. Server did not want to work I assumed. Server did not check in to see if my daughter and I needed anything. I had to ask several times for plate and etc. Water was not refilled. I wondered if the server was new because this was a shock. I left no tip for bad service. The sever told me since I did not leave a tip, next time I should get take out. Rude! Management apologized and went on went her day. As a paying customer, this was not how this should have been handled. I will not return.

This was probably one of the best places I've been to for Sushi. Besides the food being excellent the service was outstanding. We had the martinis too which were strong and satisfying. Definitely will be returning

Miku! Love you! Keep on keeping on! 1. Carpaccio- Hamachi. 2. Tuna tartare. 3. Nigiri- Chef Specials. (Try them all).