Chicago｜When Friends Visit from Afar, It’s Time for Good Food 🍣

📍 Ryota 1131 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607 My college friend visited Chicago this weekend and specifically wanted Japanese food — perfect chance to try this spot recommended by another friend! 🍱 Ryota Premium Set 🌟🌟🌟🌟💫 Wanted this after seeing reviews — salmon roe + uni + otoro in one bowl is hard to mess up. At market price ($97), the box was smaller than expected, but the sashimi portions were decent. Good for 2–3 people to share. The vinegared rice was well-balanced, though the uni could’ve been sweeter. Worth trying once, but for value I might still prefer Ikigai’s Toro Tartare Donburi. 🍣 Sashimi Selection Set 🌟🌟🌟🌟 7 types of chef’s choice sashimi — cuts were average in size and thickness. Server didn’t explain what was included, but looked like salmon, akami, chutoro, snapper, scallop, halibut, and yellowtail. Good deal if you love raw fish — better value than ordering individually. 🍤 Shrimp Tempura 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Fine, not too heavily battered, but dipping sauce was a bit salty. 🍗 Chicken Karaage 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 One of the better Japanese fried chicken I’ve had at a sushi spot — light, crispy coating, juicy inside, not greasy. 💡 Summary: A Japanese restaurant where you can spend a little or a lot. If you skip sashimi and stick to appetizers, hand rolls, and ramen, ~$50/person. But if you’re a sashimi lover, expect to double that. Food quality and presentation are solid — service was just okay. Not a regular spot, but I’d consider coming back. #Sushi #Sashimi #Chirashi #JapaneseFood #Chicago #ChicagoEats #ChicagoFoodFinds