Counter-only Edomae sushi omakase in Chicago's Gold Coast, inside the Claridge House, with 12- to 17-course tasting menus booked via OpenTable.
At a glance
- Price
- $$$
- Reservations
- OpenTable
- Booking
- OpenTable
- Category
- Counter only
- Cuisine
- Edomae sushi
- Price
- Upscale
- Recognition
- Michelin 1 star
Sushi by Bou operates a counter-only Edomae sushi restaurant in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, set inside the Claridge House at 1244 N Dearborn Pkwy. The location holds a Michelin star and sits in the upscale price tier.
The menu centers on a 12-course Signature Omakase, with the option to upgrade to a 17-course Bougie or Bou Reserve omakase featuring a progression of seasonal, imported fish. Craft cocktails, sake, beer, and wine are offered to pair with the meal. The room takes its design cues from the 1920s Prohibition era, giving the space a vintage, lounge-like feel distinct from a typical sushi counter.
Service runs nightly starting at 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday close at 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday extend to midnight, and Sunday closes at 11 p.m. Reservations are managed through OpenTable, and the restaurant can also be reached by phone for booking questions. Given the counter-only format, seating is limited and timing matters for groups or special occasions such as date nights or birthdays.
Good to know
- How do I book a seat at Sushi by Bou Gold Coast Chicago?
- Reservations are made through OpenTable. The restaurant can also be reached at (888) 670-5996 for booking questions.
- What does the omakase cost?
- The restaurant is priced in the upscale tier and offers a 12-course Signature Omakase plus longer 17-course Bougie and Bou Reserve options; exact pricing should be confirmed on OpenTable or with the restaurant directly.
- What style of sushi is served, and is there a sushi counter?
- The restaurant serves Edomae-style sushi in a counter-only format focused on seasonal ingredients.
- What are the hours?
- Monday through Thursday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. to midnight; Sunday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Has this location received any recognition?
- Yes, the Gold Coast location holds a Michelin star.
Details checked October 1, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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