
Kyōten
Japanese · Chicago · $$$$

Japanese · Chicago, IL · $$$
Named after a species of shark known for its speed, precision, focus and instinct, Mako is renowned sushi chef B.K. Park's passion project, a highly-anticipated omakase located in Chicago's vibrant West Loop. The set menu of up to 23 bite size pieces delivers a truly personal dining experience to the guest, with each bite exclusively prepared by the chef. Showcasing unique cuts of fish and luxury ingredients highlighted by contemporary twists, this creative exploration is a celebration of Chef Park's expertise seeking out and serving the most pristine fish in the world. Sophisticated beverage pairings complement the dishes and include thoughtfully chosen sakes, wines, Champagnes and dessert accompaniments. With only 22 seats (12 at a graphite walnut sushi bar), the intimate space reflects the beauty of organic patterns found in nature and sea life, with warm woods, a neutral palette and touches of blue and bronze tones. For parties 6 and up please contact us at info@makochicago.com
“The food was delicious, our chef was fantastic and explained each dish to us. There were some that I didn’t like but willing to try again. Doug is an absolute gem! He was by far the highlight of our experience at Mako! I don’t drink and nor do I have the knowledge whatsoever when it comes to pairing food & drinks. Doug was extremely patient with me and willing to share his opinions which I think is very helpful. Devon shared some personal stories with us which was very kind. Overall a great experience, we will definitely be back . Thank you Mako team for making our anniversary truly memorable!”
“The food was spectacular and we had the benefit of being served by Chef B.K. Park himself. The hosts were accommodating and helped make it a special birthday night for my girlfriend. The dishes were thoughtful and impressive. It felt worthy of the Michelin star that they earned.”
“Dining at Mako was such a wonderful experience. The food simply melts in your mouth and takes you to a journey of happy taste buds. The service was great and our Chef was amazing. As he was serving us, he would describe what the sushi is and would occasionally mention where certain ingredients come from and how certain food was cooked. We appreciated that.”
“Underwhelming. What a quick, expensive meal. About 1.5 hours in, the server let us know the main courses were over and asked if we wanted to order any additional servings of what we had eaten. I don't eat huge meals, but we were all a little shocked because it felt like we never had a main course. I left hungry and unsatisfied. The food was decent, but nothing worth the price or Michelin rating. Additionally, someone at our table was late by less than five minutes and the server made a bit of a deal of it. We had to rush through our amuse-bouche to catch up with the other tables. They start serving promptly at their seating times. The chefs were super nice and knowledgeable, but overall, I wouldn't recommend and I won't be going again.”
“I was hoping to make up for a missed omakase experience during my trip to Japan, where I also didn’t get to see the sakura in bloom (loved the Sakura tea). I was really looking forward to something special—unique flavor combinations, depth of taste, and a presentation that would surprise and delight the palate. While the atmosphere was refined and the service attentive, the flavors themselves didn’t quite meet the mark. I was expecting more complexity—more creativity that would make each bite memorable. Instead, many of the dishes felt safe, lacking the boldness or innovation I had hoped for. For an omakase, where every course is meant to build a story through taste, the experience fell a little flat. Overall, it was a pleasant, but it didn’t deliver the level of culinary artistry I was hoping for.”
731 West Lake St., Chicago, IL 60661, US
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