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Momotaro

Name: Momotaro
Address: 820 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL, United States, 60607
Telephone: (312) 733-4818
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

3867 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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2 people

24 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 97 times today

Good for special occasions
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Momotaro is a multi-level Japanese restaurant located in the West Loop. Led by Executive Chef Gene Kato, Momotaro has had the honor of being named Restaurant of the Year in both Chicago Magazine and Chicago Social. Under Kato’s leadership the restaurant has come to define the balance between traditional values and modern technique, blending the two in a science and art that has resulted in an authentic, innovative menu. The restaurant, designed by the world renowned AvroKO, also contains the subterranean Izakaya at Momotaro (a laid back, lively lower-level bar and restaurant reminiscent of the neon-lit haunts of trendy Tokyo neighborhoods) and an elegant second floor private space that overlooks the main dining room.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
Phone number
(312) 733-4818
Website
http://www.momotarochicago.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Gene Kato
Private party facilities
Momotaro is a multi-dimensional Japanese restaurant located in the West Loop. Led by Executive Chef Gene Kato, Momotaro was recently named in the 50 Best Restaurants by Chicago Magazine.
Private party contact
our Event Sales Manager: (312) 733-4818 ext. 2

Location
820 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60607
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Area
West Loop
Cross Street
Green Street & Lake Street
Parking details
Valet is available outside the restaurant's entrance on Lake and Green.
Public transit
#8 Halsted Bus at Lake Street. Green & Pink line at Morgan stop.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Ninjin SaradaUS$10.00
carrot, ginger, soybean, citrus
Maguro*US$20.00
bluefiná tuna, garlic shoyu, turnip, puffed buckwheat
Broccoli Goma-aeUS$12.00
Broccoli, gomae dressing, sesame seeds, scallion panko crumbs
Zucchini DengakuUS$12.00
grilles zucchini, miso glaze, furikake
Kaki to Buri*US$17.00
sliced yellowtail, fuyu persimmon, winter citrus ponzu
Jidori KimoUS$14.00
chicken liver paté, soba toast, seasonal jam
Kabocha Harusame NoodlesUS$14.00
kabocha squash, togarashi chili crunch

Hot

EdamameUS$8.00
japanese sea salt
Miso SoupUS$8.00
shimeji mushrooms, seaweed, scallion, tofu
Tako SuUS$24.00
Spanish octopus, cucumber seaweed salad, shiso mayo
Scallop Motoyaki*US$22.00
lemon miso, daikon, scallion crust
SpaghettiUS$16.00
spicy beef curry, scallion oroshi, black garlic oil, yuzu kosho
Tsukune Dango**US$18.00
chicken dumpling, mochi rice, soft-poached egg, truffle, karashi miso (requires 15 minutes)
Mapo TofuUS$26.00
Japanese-style chili tofu, broad bean, roast pork (choice of rice or noodles)

Rice

Yakitori Don*US$18.00
grilled chicken thigh, chicken tare, soft-poached egg
Chahan*US$22.00
stone bowl beef fried rice, wild maitake, soft-poached egg
Japanese Short Grain Steamed RiceUS$5.00

Robata Yaki

ShishitoUS$10.00
green peppers, lemon, sea salt
ShiitakeUS$14.00
Japanese shiitake, Tokyo negi
Gyutan*US$14.00
lemon, sea salt
Kamo To Ume [Duck Breast]US$17.00
umeboshi glaze, grilled endive, orange
Negima (Chicken Thigh)US$14.00
shiso marinade
Tsukune*US$12.00
ground chicken meatball, soft-poached egg, tare
Beef Tsukune "Sliders"*US$16.00
ground wagyu, miso mustard, bao bun
Kohitsuji (Lamb)*US$24.00
2pc bone-in chop, spicy miso
Mishima Skirt SteakUS$18.00
seasoned with Japanese sea salt
Hotate BatayakiUS$20.00
brown butter miso, endive, toasted togarashi
Alaskan King CrabUS$0.00
shiso ginger mayo, fried shallots
- MPUS$0.00

From the Coals

Miyazaki Wagyu**US$120.00
5 oz wagyu, ponzu, yuzu kosho, grilled market vegetables
Imperial Strip**US$85.00
10 oz wagyu strip steak, grilled market vegetables, yuzu kosho
Tuna Cheek-Limited Availability
bincho grilled bluefina' tuna cheek, ponzu, lime, wasabi
Tuna Collar-Limited availability
bincho grilled bluefina' tuna collar, fire spice, ramen spice, lime

Nigiri (1 Pc), Sashimi (2 Pc)*

subject to availability

KampachiUS$6.00
wild amber jack
- 1 PcUS$6.00
- 2 PcUS$10.00
HamachiUS$6.00
yellowtail
- 1 PcUS$6.00
- 2 PcUS$10.00
Shima AjiUS$7.00
striped jack
- 1 PcUS$7.00
- 2 PcUS$12.00
MadaiUS$7.00
snapper
- 1 PcUS$7.00
- 2 PcUS$12.00
IshidaiUS$8.00
striped beakfish
- 1 PcUS$8.00
- 2 PcUS$14.00
HirameUS$6.00
ikejime flounder
- 1 PcUS$6.00
- 2 PcUS$10.00
SakeUS$6.00
faroe islands salmon
- 1 PcUS$6.00
- 2 PcUS$10.00
AkamiUS$7.00
bluefin tuna loin
- 1 PcUS$7.00
- 2 PcUS$12.00
ChutoroUS$10.00
medium fat bluefin belly
- 1 PcUS$10.00
- 2 PcUS$18.00
OtoroUS$12.00
fatty bluefin belly
- 1 PcUS$12.00
- 2 PcUS$22.00
KohadaUS$7.00
gizzard shad
- 1 PcUS$7.00
- 2 PcUS$14.00
SabaUS$6.00
mackerel
- 1 PcUS$6.00
- 2 PcUS$10.00
AjiUS$6.00
horse mackerel
- 1 PcUS$6.00
- 2 PcUS$10.00
Botan EbiUS$6.00
spot prawn
- 1 PcUS$6.00
- 2 PcUS$10.00
Yari IkaUS$6.00
Japanese Hokkaido squid
- 1 PcUS$6.00
- 2 PcUS$10.00
Hokkaido UniUS$0.00
bahun urchin
- MPUS$0.00
IkuraUS$8.00
marinated salmon roe
- 1 PcUS$8.00
- 2 PcUS$14.00
UnagiUS$6.00
barbecued freshwater eel
- 1 PcUS$6.00
- 2 PcUS$10.00
TamagoUS$4.00
sweet omelet
- 1 PcUS$4.00
- 2 PcUS$6.00

Nigirizushi*

Chef's selected sushi

Aji YakusugiUS$16.00
sugi smoked aji, wa yakumi
- 2 PcsUS$16.00
Aburi Beni ToroUS$9.00
salmon belly, karashi miso, battera konbu
Aburi ToroUS$14.00
daikon, yuzu, sudachi ponzu
Aburi Saba ToroUS$7.00
with daikon shoga ponzu
Kumamoto Beef to HotateUS$16.00
garlic sauce, fried shiso
Hokkaido HotateUS$11.00
scallop, uni, ikura
Akami to Negi ToroUS$11.00
toro tartare, kizami wasabi
Edomae AnagoUS$8.00
Tokyo Bay saltwater eel, nitsume sauce
Ika to SakeUS$8.00
spear squid, ikura, smoked salmon

Makimono (Sushi Rolls)*

Karai TunaUS$16.00
big eye tuna, saikyo miso, chili powder, sriracha
Una-KyuUS$15.00
barbecued eel, cucumber, unagi sauce
Kanpyo RollUS$8.00
traditional sweet braised gourd
Shio Koji SakeUS$14.00
salmon, avocado yuzu mousse, salmon skin
MomomakiUS$24.00
big eye tuna, spicy octopus, pickled daikon
Kani JomakiUS$16.00
snow crab, unagi, tamago, cucumber, shiso
Tekka MakiUS$14.00
bluefin tuna roll
Negi ToroUS$16.00
fatty tuna belly, tokyo scallions
Negi HamachiUS$14.00
chopped yellowtail hamachi, tokyo scallion
Baby Shiitake MakiUS$12.00
baby Washington state shiitake tempura, togarashi

Surcharge

As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 4% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.

What 3,867 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Momotaro offers an exceptional dining experience in Chicago with its "phenomenal cuisine" and "amazing service." The restaurant is celebrated for its "delicious, adventurous, and palette-pleasing food," including standout dishes like lamb chops and the Hana dessert. While some guests find it "too loud" and service occasionally "uneven," the overall atmosphere and quality make it a popular choice for special occasions.

3,867 Reviews

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joey
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
I have been to Momotaro multiple times and this was by far the worst experience I have had. I’m not sure if they were having an off night but the whole thing was a disaster from start to finish. We had a reservation at 8pm for 3 people and were very excited to celebrate my friend asking me to be in her wedding. We ended up getting seated at 8:20pm. We ordered our first round of drinks which took over 25 minutes to get. We then ordered food which took another 40 minutes. When the food arrived, the order was not correct. We told the waiter and he said he would fix his mistake. We then waited another 30 minutes to get our correct order. When we got the bill, we were charged for both the incorrect food as well as our original order. Again, I have been here multiple times and it has always been a great experience however last night was terrible. Was very bummed especially since we were there celebrating an exciting evening.
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ELDAR
VIP
Chicago
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Momotaro offers a stellar dining experience with a beautiful ambiance that sets the stage for its delicious variety of robata yaki, fresh nigiri, and expertly crafted sushi rolls. The attentive service ensures every detail is taken care of, making it a perfect choice for indulging in exceptional Japanese cuisine.
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Lisa
Seattle
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Tied for the best sushi I’ve had in Chicago. Great service. Super tasty cocktails. Was a bit noisy but was a Friday night so expected. Will definitely be back.
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Molly
Cincinnati
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a wonderful dining experience. Our server was punctual and knowledgeable and consequently very helpful in guiding a first time sushi-er. Really nice experience, delicious food with equal service. To get nit-picky: little too dark and on the noisy side but those were minor issues comparatively. Thanks Momotaro for making our Christmas celebration so much fun!
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David
Chicago
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always a great place to go in the Windy City. My wife and I shared 8 tapas sized dishes chosen Omakase style by the waitress. All were tasty!
MomotaroResponded 4 days ago
Hi there David! Thank you so much for the awesome review! 😊 We're so happy to hear that you and your wife had a great time with us in the Windy City! 🌆 It’s fantastic that you enjoyed the Omakase-style tapas – we love getting to surprise our guests with delicious new flavors. We can't wait to welcome you both back for more tasty dishes next time! 😄 See you again soon! ✨ Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya
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Mallory
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our waiter was very helpful with all of the questions we had on the menu and pointed us in the right direction of what to get! Amazing Nigiri and Sashimi.
MomotaroResponded 4 days ago
Hi Mallory! Thanks so much for the kind words! 😊 We're thrilled to hear that our waiter was able to guide you to the perfect choices and that you loved the Nigiri and Sashimi! 🍣✨ We’re all about making sure every dish hits the spot, and it sounds like we did just that. Can’t wait to have you back for more delicious bites next time! 😄 See you soon! 👋 Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya
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Oluwatosin
VIP
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love coming, will keep coming! Service is always great and food is always great.
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Alex
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Not sure what the big deal is. Food was mediocre, especially for the price. Service was terrible. Food was being brought out one plate at a time spaced 20 mins apart. There was no effort to bring things out at the same time.
MomotaroResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your experience. We're genuinely sorry to hear that your visit didn't meet expectations, especially regarding the timing of the food and service. We always strive to provide our guests with a seamless and enjoyable experience, and it sounds like we missed the mark during your visit. Your comments are important to us, and we will certainly use them to improve. We hope you’ll give us another chance in the future to provide the exceptional experience we aim for. Please don’t hesitate to reach out directly if you’d like to discuss your visit further. Thank You, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya
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Kornelija
VIP
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing birthday meal. Phenomenal food and service!
MomotaroResponded 4 days ago
Hello! Thank you so much for choosing Momotaro to celebrate such a special occasion! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing birthday meal with us and that you found our food and service to be phenomenal. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more memorable celebrations. Best regards, Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya
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kiley
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been here a couple of times and each time has been incredible. They had an amazing broccoli cold dish and their salmon belly sushi was phenomenal. You can’t go wrong with anything! The fish quality is amazing and so buttery.
MomotaroResponded 4 days ago
Hi Kiley! Wow, thank you so much for the glowing review! 😊 We're beyond grateful for your continued visits and are thrilled to hear that each experience has been incredible. The broccoli goma-ae and Aburi Beni Toro sushi are definitely crowd favorites – we're so happy you loved them! 🥦🍣 Your kind words about the fish quality really made our day; we take a lot of pride in serving the best and most buttery bites! 🧡 We can’t wait to welcome you back for even more deliciousness next time! 😄 See you soon! Merissa White General Manager Momotaro & The Izakaya
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FAQs

Momotaro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 733-4818.

Momotaro is rated 4.6 stars by 3867 OpenTable diners.

Momotaro does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

24 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 97 times today

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820 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
Green Street & Lake Street
Area
West Loop
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet is available outside the restaurant's entrance on Lake and Green.
Public transit
#8 Halsted Bus at Lake Street. Green & Pink line at Morgan stop.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Gene Kato
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.momotarochicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 733-4818
Private party facilities
Momotaro is a multi-dimensional Japanese restaurant located in the West Loop. Led by Executive Chef Gene Kato, Momotaro was recently named in the 50 Best Restaurants by Chicago Magazine.
Private party contact
our Event Sales Manager: (312) 733-4818 ext. 2

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Momotaro

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Private dining

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Miso Soup

Spaghetti

Mishima Skirt Steak

Cold

Ninjin SaradaUS$10.00

Maguro*US$20.00

Broccoli Goma-aeUS$12.00

Zucchini DengakuUS$12.00

Kaki to Buri*US$17.00

Jidori KimoUS$14.00

Kabocha Harusame NoodlesUS$14.00

Hot

EdamameUS$8.00

Miso SoupUS$8.00

Tako SuUS$24.00

Scallop Motoyaki*US$22.00

SpaghettiUS$16.00

Tsukune Dango**US$18.00

Mapo TofuUS$26.00

Rice

Yakitori Don*US$18.00

Chahan*US$22.00

Japanese Short Grain Steamed RiceUS$5.00

Robata Yaki

ShishitoUS$10.00

ShiitakeUS$14.00

Gyutan*US$14.00

Kamo To Ume [Duck Breast]US$17.00

Negima (Chicken Thigh)US$14.00

Tsukune*US$12.00

Beef Tsukune "Sliders"*US$16.00

Kohitsuji (Lamb)*US$24.00

Mishima Skirt SteakUS$18.00

Hotate BatayakiUS$20.00

Alaskan King CrabUS$0.00

From the Coals

Miyazaki Wagyu**US$120.00

Imperial Strip**US$85.00

Tuna Cheek-Limited Availability

Tuna Collar-Limited availability

Nigiri (1 Pc), Sashimi (2 Pc)*

KampachiUS$6.00

HamachiUS$6.00

Shima AjiUS$7.00

MadaiUS$7.00

IshidaiUS$8.00

HirameUS$6.00

SakeUS$6.00

AkamiUS$7.00

ChutoroUS$10.00

OtoroUS$12.00

KohadaUS$7.00

SabaUS$6.00

AjiUS$6.00

Botan EbiUS$6.00

Yari IkaUS$6.00

Hokkaido UniUS$0.00

IkuraUS$8.00

UnagiUS$6.00

TamagoUS$4.00

Nigirizushi*

Aji YakusugiUS$16.00

Aburi Beni ToroUS$9.00

Aburi ToroUS$14.00

Aburi Saba ToroUS$7.00

Kumamoto Beef to HotateUS$16.00

Hokkaido HotateUS$11.00

Akami to Negi ToroUS$11.00

Edomae AnagoUS$8.00

Ika to SakeUS$8.00

Makimono (Sushi Rolls)*

Karai TunaUS$16.00