Wave Sushi

Started with Sapporo and hot sake, it was a good size. The madai chili had an amazing flavor with a kick of heat, not too hot. The service was great, checking in on how the food was or what else I may have needed. The ambiance was cute and quaint, my favorite part was actually the music!! It would be anywhere from 80s-00s music done in a light jazz. Good spot for a date or friends to meet up.

Great taste, but not the best display. I went with a couple of friends looking for a place to enjoy drinks and dinner and Wave certainly delivered on flavor and service. I will say that the food and drink itself looked a bit cheap for the price point it was at. In my opinion, the sake-tini tasted like a regular fruit punch and liquor combo. If you're looking for a drink, I recommend just a regular sake to share.I would come back, but not before trying out all of the other unique places Bucktown has to offer. -AT

If you're looking for a new Japanese spot, this place is worth trying! It's not your typical sushi or Japanese spot, but the flavors truly are creative and tasty. I had the kalbi don rice bowl and I was not expecting such a creative bowl. It was tender beef short rib marinated in a sweet BBQ-style sauce, with mushrooms on top. It felt like eating an American BBQ-style beef but then with rice and mushrooms. I don't think I've ever really had any Japanese food like that. It just made me want to go back and try more dishes that they've thought up. The sushi rolls were great too!

Just tried out this new neighborhood gem the other night and was more delicious than my expectations! Went for a birthday celebration with a group of friends and the service was great! Also would be a cute place for date night. They have a fully loaded bar and great cocktails including the lychee julep and clover club. The truffle shiitake roll is loaded with flavor and the chicken karage and shishito peppers are great appetizers to order. The carpaccio is fresh and tasty. A must try!

Had a great time here! Sat on their patio; service was great. Ginger salad hit the spot. Solid happy hour options. Good spot if you're local and craving sushi!

Hands down some of the best sushi we have had in Chicago! The options were amazing, and the fish had amazing flavor and it was fresh. The service was fast and the atmosphere is great. The truffle tuna is out of this world!!!

Just tried Wave Sushi for the first time, and I'm blown away by their delicious rolls and friendly service. Love the atmosphere and decor, but most importantly the food! The sashimi carpaccio was so good I forgot to take a pic. Can't wait to visit again!

Been walking past for some time and it's finally open. The space is beautiful. Service was great and sushi is some of the best I've had, especially the yuzu madai carpaccio. I'll be back!

What a great addition to the neighborhood. Very friendly staff and the food, wow. They're not the typical Japanese place. No sushi bar. There is a bar to eat or drink at but also plenty of tables. They are extremely attentive and are very available for any needs. Varied menu but also not too much to be overwhelmed. I had two rolls, spicy bluefin and spicy tako with edamame and a salad to start. Very fresh and tasty. I also had mackerel sushi and shrimp tempura. Also really good. Ordered a bottle of sake. I expected a 325ml bottle but was brought a full 720ml bottle and brought home what was left. Thank you for a great meal. Looking forward to coming back.

Had dinner here on a Friday evening and the food did not disappoint. Some honorable mentions: truffle tuna, spicy bluefin, and tuna shiitake carpaccio. Truffle tuna shareable was very truffle forward and the perfect starter for two. The spicy bluefin specialty roll was fresh and the wasabi sauce added a nice kick of spice. Tuna shiitake carpaccio was well balanced and refreshing. The cherry blossom cocktail was to die for, not overly sweet, and complimented the meal well. The ambiance was cozy as well, perfect for a date night.