Sai Cafe
5 expert reviews
“A sushi pioneer in Lincoln Park, fail-safe Sai Café has been serving up well-priced nigiri, maki, hot and cold appetizes and rice dishes in understated atmosphere for almost 20 years.”
– BlackBook
4.6
"There's "nothing crazy or too creative" because "it's all about the fish" at this "steady" Lincoln Park Japanese turning out "pristinely fresh", "spectacular" sushi and other "high-quality" fare." Full review
12.0
"Ask an aficionado where to go for sushi in Chicago, and this crowded, reliable spot just might head the list." Full review
"For two decades, this traditional Japanese spot has offered more of a steakhouse atmosphere... and keeps the focus on food with thick, meaty cuts of sashimi and perfect, warm rice for contrast." Full review
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Try some not-so-common choices like sea urchin and escolar, a firm, oily fish with full flavor.
"Your parents are visiting from Iowa and they want to see what you’ve been up to in the neighborhood." Full review