Hinoki Sushiko - Chicago

Gustavo was wonderful. Unfortunately, the sous chef who was working next to him needed a lot of help. Gustavo was constantly at her station remolding the unsatisfactory nigiri. The wait staff was piled up at the pick up station because she was working so slow. A few times Gustavo stopped service for the omakase and helped make nigiri and maki. The food was fantastic, but seeing this sous chef struggle the whole night turned the ambiance sour. I would return, but before ordering anything from the sushi bar, I would make sure this sous chef is not the one to prepare my food.

Awesome place, I can’t wait to go back. The happy menu kills it. The drinks exceptional and service a “10” Try the Wagu sliders and lamb goyza.

Gustavo and Zach did an incredible job on the omakase with drink tasting. I could write a long, detailed review but just go and enjoy. Amazing hospitality and high quality

Choose to go with an open mind, with a sense of whimsical lightness but be smart about it. There's an amazing opportunity to learn from everyone there. The knowledge of sips and bites is worth paying attention to. Therefore if you don't learn about the delicate food or the libations they are serving, well, you will have missed out on the complete experience. You'll just have to go back again:

The omakase was amazing. The sushi was excellent, the staff were amazing and very nice, and it was a lot of fun getting to discuss each dish with the chef as he made them. Their sake selection was large and the staff was very knowledgeable about each one. They also had excellent cocktails that worked very well with the sushi. I highly recommend this place.