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CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto | Jōtō, Chicago, IL

CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto | Jōtō

4.9
4.9
342 Reviews
$50 and over
Sushi

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Hot spot
  • Great for happy hour
  • Lively
Starting April 6, all reservations will be for Joto, our incoming sushi concept - book now to be among the first to experience what’s next!

CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto in Chicago's West Loop – where expertly distilled spirits meet exquisite sushi. Enjoy our seasonal cocktails and a standout Omakase experience featuring dry-aged fish from Japan. Choose your ambiance: the lively front lounge with a beautifully lit bar and historic distilling tanks, or the serene back dining room with eclectic décor and an Omakase bar. Daily happy hour, whiskey/sake flights, and a patio setting provide diverse experiences. Open for lunch and Sundays, we cater to all occasions. Join us for unmatched culinary excellence and spirited adventures.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 16:00–21:30 Wed–Fri 11:30–14:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:30 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 707-8780
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto is Chicago’s only combination working distillery, bar and restaurant. A fun and beautiful setting, host your next event whether a corporate outing, holiday party or special occasion. To book an event please call or reach out to us at events@chdistillery.com
  • Private party contact
    Gena Castillo: (312) 707-8780
  • Area
    West Loop
  • Cross Street
    Between N. Jefferson and N. Clinton Streets
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Subway station540 W Lake StGreen LinePink LineBus Stop is at Jefferson & LakeStop ID: 5518Train: Ogilvie Transportation Center, 500 W Madison St,
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 19-Course Omakase - $195 Thurs-Sat

    US$100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    **Please note price for the omakase is $195/person (The $100 payment per person is to hold your reservation and will be applied to your final bill.) ** Serving Dry Aged fish, seasonal Japanese selections, Bluefin Tuna, A5 Wagyu, Caviar & Truffle. Please let us know if there are any allergies or dietary restrictions in your party. If you're looking to reserve day of, please call the restaurant @ 312.884.9602 to check for availability. FOR CANCELLATIONS: Please notify us 36 hours prior to your reservation. All no shows and cancellations are subject to be charged the full amount of the omakase. **20% Gratuity will be added to your final bill**
    19-Course Omakase - $195 Thurs-Sat photo
  • 14-Course Nigiri Omakase | Sun, Tues, Wed

    US$125.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience our 14 course omakase at our counter, Sunday, Tuesday & Wednesday dinner. Includes all of our dry aged fish, toro, wagyu, caviar, truffle, and uni. **20% Gratuity will be added to your final bill** Menu subject to change Madai - Japanese Sea Bream Onaga Dai - Japanese Ruby Red Snapper Suzuki - Japanese Sea Bass Sake - Ora King Salmon Zuke Sake - Ora King Salmon Hiramasa - King Fish Kanpachi - Amberjack Sawara - Spanish Mackerel Hotate Uni - Scallop & Sea Urchin Akami - Lean Bluefin Tuna Chutoro - Medium Fatty Tuna Otoro - Super Fatty Bluefin Tuna A5 Wagyu - Japanese Wagyu Tamago - Japanese Omelette
    14-Course Nigiri Omakase | Sun, Tues, Wed photo
  • Lunch Omakase

    Multiple dates available
    A 10-piece $60 Omakase with the option to upgrade to the premium 14-piece experience for an additional $25. **Each seating is strictly limited to 45 minutes.** **20% Gratuity will be added to your final bill** 10-Piece Menu Madai - Snapper Sake - Ora King Salmon Zuke Sake - Marinated Ora King Salmon Hiramasa - King Fish Kanpachi - Amberjack Hotate - Scallop Akami - Lean Bluefin Tuna Chutoro - Medium Fatty Bluefin Tuna Unagi - Eel Tamago - Japanese Omelette $25 Premium Menu Supplement: 2 Seasonal Japanese Fish Otoro - Super Fatty Bluefin Tuna Negi Toro Handroll
    Lunch Omakase photo

Private dining

What 342 people are saying

CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto | Jōtō reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Sushi

  • Chicago

    Sushi

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food and even better service." Highlights include a unique omakase experience, expertly crafted cocktails, and a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant is known for its "fantastic sushi" and "creative, delicious offerings." A must-visit for sushi enthusiasts and those seeking a memorable meal.

342 Reviews
  1. aisha VIP

    Chicago24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time and will absolutely be back! The staff was wonderful

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  2. David VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Man - this place is underrated. Go for the happy hour. They have some fantastic dry aged nigiri cuts that I doubled down on. Also, the cocktails (don't sleep on the mocktails until you've tried them) are really well made. I like to eat in the bar as opposed to the back room, but either way you're in for a treat. The swag wall is a little tacky and doesn't add to the ambiance, but if you can ignore that you'll be set up for a tasty meal. Service has been solid in my experience.

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  3. Yamuna VIP

    Chicago55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Go To place for a special evening. Chef Jamal is awesome!

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    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great first experience with every bite being unique and different from the last! Reservation was easy to make and it was not difficult to find parking on a Wednesday evening

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    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service! The espresso martini was on point. Would highly recommend!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff was friendly, and the quality of the food was excellent.

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  7. Taylor VIP

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The quality and price point is unbeatable- Jinsei Motto has the BEST assortment of HGH quality options for fish in all of Chicago! We have recently moved from Southern California to Chicago & have been searching high and low for amazing sushi in the city & were so lucky to stumble upon jinsei motto - we can’t stay away! it’s one of the only places you can find an amazing crispy rice and delicious otoro- there are tons of sushi places in the area but no one does it as well as jinsei… we have tried them all! everyone who works there is welcoming and happy- you can tell they enjoy their job, and I don’t blame them! We were lucky enough to be sat by Andrew on our first visit (who I think is one of the owners) and he truly is the kindest person- he went out of his way to make us feel welcomed and special. every time we have been back he makes it a point to touch our table and say hello - this is in an old distillery and that adds to the ambiance of the restaurant. The atmosphere here is fabulous. It is an incredible dining experience from start to finish. Can’t recommend it enough!

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  8. Patrick VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was exceptional, across all roles. Food was unique and delicious. With all the restaurant choices in Chicago, we’ll be back to Jinsei Motto.

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  9. Mia VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious sushi! Pretty loud music appropriate for couples or groups enjoying a night out.

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  10. Sean VIP

    Chicago9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and even better food. Best sushi for your money in Chicago.

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FAQs

CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto | Jōtō offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 707-8780.

CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto | Jōtō is rated 4.9 stars by 342 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto | Jōtō

564 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661-2219

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between N. Jefferson and N. Clinton Streets
  • Area
    West Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 16:00–21:30 Wed–Fri 11:30–14:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:30 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Subway station540 W Lake StGreen LinePink LineBus Stop is at Jefferson & LakeStop ID: 5518Train: Ogilvie Transportation Center, 500 W Madison St,
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 707-8780
  • Private party facilities
    CH Distillery | Jinsei Motto is Chicago’s only combination working distillery, bar and restaurant. A fun and beautiful setting, host your next event whether a corporate outing, holiday party or special occasion. To book an event please call or reach out to us at events@chdistillery.com
  • Private party contact
    Gena Castillo: (312) 707-8780
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