Sushi Nova - Chicago

At first, I was skeptical about this restaurant when we arrived. At the entrance, there was a waving lucky cat figurine — a very Chinese touch. Then we were seated, and the plates had Korean writing on them. Honestly, there was nothing Japanese about the place, and the sushi was being prepared by Mexican staff. So, from the “Japanese” part, we didn’t really see anything authentic. However, I still gave it 5 stars because of the outstanding service from our waiter. He truly lifted our mood and made the evening special. The portions were also large and quite tasty. We came on Labor Day, when many restaurants were closed, but this one was open. There was even a giant waving cat at the entrance that made for a fun photo. In the end, my impression completely changed. I would, however, recommend that the restaurant update their plates. They were plastic with visible tape and stickers, clearly old and probably bought second-hand from a closing Korean restaurant. That part really needs improvement. But overall, I highly recommend this place — especially thanks to our wonderful waiter from Indonesia, who truly made our evening. Thank you!

Sushi Nova is a great spot for sushi lovers. I ordered the Crab Rangoon, Haru Maki, Angry Dragon Roll, Volcano Roll, and some perfectly crispy tempura — everything was fresh, flavorful, and nicely presented. The rolls had a great balance of texture and taste, the appetizers were delicious, and the tempura was light and not greasy at all. The staff were really nice and attentive, which made the experience even better. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, making it a nice place to enjoy a casual meal with friends or family. Overall, a solid place for sushi in Chicago, and I’d be happy to come back.

Living in Michigan, it’s hard to find an all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant, so whenever I travel to Chicago, visiting one always goes on my to-do list. Sushi Nova is a great spot downtown where you can enjoy fresh sushi and a wide variety of appetizers at a very reasonable price. The lunch all-you-can-eat option is only $25.99, and the quality is impressive for the price. Another bonus is the location—after eating, you can take a nice walk along the Riverwalk to help with digestion and enjoy the city views. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Chicago and craving sushi!

came here for ayce lunch on a sunday, which i thought was decent value. i liked that their menu had some fun dishes, like the carpaccio. i also liked that they let you choose 3 pieces of sashimi for every roll ordered. i felt like a lot of fish we were served was a bit warm in temperature, which made it feel less fresh. salmon was excellent - fresh and cool. yellowtail unfortunately tasted fishy. service was quick and friendly, but i’m still not sure i’d come back to this particular sushi nova location when the lincoln park location is a short bus ride away from the loop

We did the all-you-can-eat menu and enjoyed a wide variety, including signature rolls, nigiri, spicy tuna roll, tuna avocado tartare, mochi, and banana tempura. The presentation was beautiful and the staff was friendly. The signature rolls were a bit too sweet for my taste, and the nigiri and tartare were served slightly warm, which made them feel less fresh, though they didn’t taste fishy. Overall, it was a good experience and worth trying if you’re hungry and want variety.

If you’re in Chicago’s Old Town and love sushi, you have to check out Sushi Nova. The service is top-notch—friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. The sushi selection is incredible, with everything from super fresh sashimi to creative specialty rolls that look as good as they taste. It’s a great spot whether you’re a sushi purist or like to try something a little different. The ambiance is modern but relaxed, making it perfect for date night or a casual dinner with friends. And if you’re not in the city, they also have a location out in the suburbs, so you can still get the same great experience without the downtown drive. Definitely a new favorite!

Was excited to see an AYCE sushi spot open up closer to where we live! Checked it out for the first time on a weeknight date and had an awesome experience. Immediately dug the atmosphere as soon as we walked in. The sushi was delicious—usually I would ask for a side of sauces, but was totally not necessary as everything was already flavorful. Our server, Hendry, was phenomenal! Very attentive, very friendly, he took really good care of us. Totally seeing this becoming our new go to place for all you can eat sushi!

This is the BEST all you can eat sushi restaurant I’ve been to so far! Service was quick and attentive. Food came out fast and seemed really fresh. I love the variety of menu items compared to other locations - chef special tuna tartare, sashimi poke, carpaccio, etc. There is a limit of one per person on these but understandable. I love the sashimi options - also limit 3 pieces per roll that you order. And look at that fish to rice ratio! This place is a few more dollars compared to other AYCE places nearby but well worth it. I would highly recommend coming here!