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Coast Sushi Bar
Category: Restaurants Sushi Bars Sushi Bars [Edit]
2045 N Damen Ave(between Mclean Ave & Dickens Ave)
Chicago, IL 60647
Neighborhood: Bucktown
(773) 235-5775
- Hours:
Mon, Sun 4 pm - 11 pm
Tue-Sat 4 pm - 12 am
Sat-Sun 11:30 am - 4 pm
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Romantic, Trendy
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
666 reviews for Coast Sushi Bar
Review Highlights
"The White Dragon Roll was fantastic."
(in 56 reviews)
"Coast may be my favorite BYOB sushi spot in Chicago."
(in 360 reviews)
"No corkage fee which is even better."
(in 19 reviews)
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666 reviews in English
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Review from Sara B.
Chicago, IL
1/27/2012
I'm moving far away this summer to a place halfway across the world. My time in Chicago is coming to an end and, frankly, there's a lot I won't miss. Coast, among a handful of other places, will definitely receive a weepy goodbye from me.
I love Coast. I always have. Truly, it is one of the top 3 best sushi places I have ever been to...anywhere. The fish melts in your mouth and the maki mono never looks or tastes like it was just baptized in rice.
Sure, it's a wee bit on the pricey side but if entrance into Heaven required a bottle of wine and $100 (which is usually what I spend on average when it's my boyfriend and I) then I'd say most people would gladly pay up. I know I would, and do.
This, my friends, is sushi divinity. Hell yeah. -
Review from Rachel V.
Chicago, IL
1/25/2012 1 Check-in Here
Alright, I know I review a lot of sushi places, but this one takes the cake. BEST sushi I've had in a long time!!
I have to agree with all of the reviews that claim the White Dragon roll is a must order. Pretty sure I'm going to dream about it. The other highlight of our meal was the outstanding crab cake appetizer - not too crabby, not too messy.
Service is really great here. Our waiter was knowledgeable and friendly and made great recommendations for us first-timers. I was surprised by how crowded (although it's warranted!) Coast was on a weeknight so I'd recommend making a reservation on any night of the week. -
Review from Kristie C.
Atlanta, GA
1/22/2012
so i only go this to-go, but seriously amazingly fresh sushi.
it's hard for me to eat a ton of nirgiri/sashimi, but this place really hits the spot. try their
(+) sunrise roll, mango w/tuna, SUPER good
(+) even their california roll is superb- from the thinly sliced cucumbers, to the way it's sliced, etc. just try it!
(-) appetizer - chicken udon soup, a little too sweet. tastes like there's msg :(
definitely will have to come back and try more stuff here!! make reservations in advance -
Review from Megan K.
Chicago, IL
1/19/2012
Best. Dragon roll. Ever.
BYOB - they say they have a limit of one bottle of wine or one six pack per two people, but I just carry a really big purse and, WOAH, where did that 2nd bottle of wine come from?!
You can gorge yourself here without spending very much - with a group of four we usually spend $20 per person or less. This is my go-to sushi place in the city. -
Review from Mike R.
Chicago, IL
1/21/2012
I am a massive fan of sushi, and by massive I mean sometimes eating it 3 times a week for lunch. Coast is in fact a favorite of mine for sushi in the city.
They have a great ambiance and the prices for the sushi aren't so bad. The place features many, many rolls most of which aren't truly traditional Japanese, but still good. Their Dragon Roll was quite good, and their nigiri is great and fresh. They have some "wasabi from Japan" option for a few dollars extra on the menu, but to me it tasted exactly like fake wasabi FYI.
Also FWIW, I had balls enough to take a girl from Japan here once and she approved. -
Review from Samuel M.
1/22/2012
Came here with a group of 5 for a sloshy Saturday night dinner. We called on Thursday for a res and they were already booked, so we had to go the Patrick Bateman-unapproved route with no reservation. The wait wound up being epic (over 1.5 hours), but that is to be expected for a swanky establishment at peak dining hours on a Saturday. Plus Map Room is 2 blocks away, so we didn't have much of a problem with this at all.
Service was prompt and attentive. All of the rolls were fresh and interestingly presented - the crunchy spicy tuna with avocado was my personal favorite, served with all the pieces stacked into a pyramid doused in panko. Very unique. The regular spicy tuna was also good, and even the kappa (cucumber and avocado), ordinarily mediocre, was delicious. Unfortunately for this review but fortunately for my life, last night was a sorry for partying moment for me, so I don't remember much more than that. I was almost certainly belligerent and was by no means the only one in the joint, so that's more points for Coast.
The bill didn't hurt by any means (under $20 per person for a large amount of sushi). I'm definitely going to be back - this is definitely my new go-to for BYOB sushi. I'd advise making reservations ~1 week in advance to mitigate the wait. Highly recommend! -
Review from Jeff R.
1/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
For whatever reason it took me a long time to dine at Coast in Bucktown even though it's been around with many high marks. I've waited about a month to write about our meal so I can't recall each maki roll we ordered but it doesn't matter. The food is very good and the atmosphere is lively and fun due in no small part to the BYOB policy. It's classier and trendier than your neighborhood BYO which means it's slightly harder to get into but the food is clearly better. I really think it's one of the better all around BYO sushi places I've been to in a while - especially in the area. It may not "wow" you with everything on the table and you know the servers are desperately trying to turn tables - but a few rolls stood out for excellent flavors. And finally, the value is better than average for good service and a fun experience in a good setting.
We started with my favorite - an order of gomae - and it came in a funny presentation of three small separate pieces instead of a large one. that didn't matter because it was tasty with a nice sesame sauce. We also tried two of the specials: one sashimi and another salmon type roll with something in the middle. I really liked the sashimi with a hot pepper and a little kick. Refreshing and simple.
As the first picture demonstrates,we ordered a lot of food for the four of us. We ate it all fast enough to order a couple extra too. Everything was great and I don't quite remember which rolls were my favorite. We used spicy rolls when possible and enjoyed the liberal use of tempura flakes or crunchy this and that. The menu is plenty large to keep you satisfied and interested for many visits.
There's a good reason Coast remains one of the more popular sushi restaurants in town, especially one that combines high quality and a BYO policy. Maybe I'm late to the game but I'm glad I made it eventually - coast is a solid choice for a fun night (just remember to make reservations and avoid the my previous mistake). -
Review from Mary H.
1/13/2012
Unlike most BYOB restaurants in Chicago (which tend to be small, hole-in-the-wall type places), Coast has a funky, modern and hip atmosphere. The food is really good, reasonably priced and the service is exceptional. A great place to come with a larger group - especially if you're looking to impress out of towners!
Try the sweet potato roll - it was to die for! -
Review from Ashley K.
1/5/2012
One of my all time favorite sushi spots. If it wasn't so out of my way, I'd eat here a whole lot more.
I love that they have spicy miso. Every sushi place has miso soup - how hard is it to throw a couple jalapenos in there and make it spicy miso?? Apparently hard because not enough places do it. I've never had anything from here that I didn't like but some of my favorites are the coast crab and the white dragon.
I don't find that the prices are too expensive for the quality of the food and the freshness of the fish. I also love that this place is BYOB and that there is a liquor store conveniently located down the block. Coast - please do me a favor and relocate right outside my front door. -
Review from Elle B.
Myrtle, MS
1/17/2012
I remember going here about 2 1/2 year ago. Although I can't remember what all I ordered aside from Tuna Roll and the Tuna Tartare: tuna cubes in ginger wasabi sauce with sesame chip. I feel that it speaks volumes that I still remember vividly the name of the restaurant and my favorite item that I ordered off the menu. But I must say both of them ..especially the Tuna Tartare were not only uber fresh but extremely good. I know I had a few more roll, especially because I remember dropping about $40 bucks on my to-go order.
SN: There is a long story intertwined with this, but the reason it gets 4/5 starts is because on a Sunday is when I went, and I called to find out what time they closed thinking that I would be able to enjoy the ambience and drink some warm sake since the receptionist said they were open until midnight. And when I got there and 9:40p.m. I was told that the person was mistaken because they closed at 10p.m. and stopped seating people at 9:30p.m. So I wasn't too happy about carrying all that food back to Midland.
Bottom Line: I know for a fact if I ever find myself back in the Chi, I will not be leaving until I get to experience Coast Sushi Bar in it's entirety! Believe that! -
Review from Kyle H.
12/3/2011 1 Check-in Here
Hot. Am I talking about the sexy stylings of Coast? The sexy presentation of the delicious food? My White Dragon Lady sushi sensei for the evening, Brett D.?
Coast Sushi Bar is one sexy spot for sushi in Bucktown, it's a great date spot, good for Girl's Night "In", or for one of those spouse dates when you can leave the kids at home. Rekindle that fire at Coast!
Coast can be crowded, and does not take reservations. Be prepared to wait- but not too long. Service was good, and our server knew the menu and specials, and was pleasant.
Spicy was on the docket for the dock up, and we kept to maki rolls on the spicy side:
Angry Salmon- spicy salmon, jalapeno w/tempura crumb (good)
Volcano- spicy white tuna in volcano sauce (v. good)
And the much lauded, and highly touted specialty of Coast:
White Dragon- shrimp tempura, fresh scallop, with a complex sauce (Excellent. A Must Order)
Coast is BYOB, and your beer or wine will be lovingly cared for and given an ice bath. Looking forward to the next hot meetup at Coast Sushi Bar in lovely Bucktown.Listed in: Where I Stuff My Face, Rollin' With My Homies
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Review from Serena R.
12/13/2011 1 Check-in Here
Highlight of the evening was the Crunchy Spicy Tuna Roll (CSTR) - OMG! It was so good. We also got the dragon roll and while it was good, it didn't even compare to the CSTR. The volcano sushi was good, not too impressed with the sunrise, but everything was really fresh. And don't get me wrong all the food was great, but when you have a standout dish like the the CSTR then it's hard not to depend on the theory of relativity.
We had the spicy miso to start with and then edamame - yum, yum, yum! We ended with the mango and lychee sorbet. The lychee was my favorite. By the end of the night we were comfortably satisfied without being sickly full.
Thank you Coast for another wonderful meal! -
Review from Doug v.
Chicago, IL
12/16/2011
Wow. Bucktown. How you've changed. Wish Coast was there when I lived at McLean & Damen back in the '90's & early Aughts. Not that there was ANYTHING wrong with Nick's Chicken Pit (as we used to affectionately call it)!
Awesome place, Coast. All food was fantastic and the sushi extremely fresh. The rolls have a rather playful quality to them...working with contrasts: crunchy-chewy, crisp-slippery, cool-warm, spicy-sweet. Flavors are bright, balanced & perfectly controlled.
The service was spot on. The ambiance is appropriate for a Bucktown sushi house (read sushi house decor with tragically hip, tragically monied clientelle).
We wound up there when a friend requested we take her for her birthday as she was craving the white dragon roll. Now I understand why. It's a must. Also be sure to request the now-off-the-menu popper roll. And if you're Family, pair it with the rainbow roll along side. (No snickers from those of Rainbow Nation. Oh, ok, go ahead. Snicker. The husband and I did. Our straight female company were clueless.) Not only are they visually stunning together, but they taste amazing. Wow...did that sound gay. Oh well, you get my meaning. The standbys such as spicy crunchy tuna hold up as well. Suffice to say, we made pigs of ourselves. Move over Rise! -
Review from Stephanie L.
Chicago, IL
Updated - 12/5/2011 1 Check-in Here
Coast...you are losing your luster with your cheap electric candles that they turn on when you sit at the table.
I think Coast is good....do I think Coast is any better than other cheaper BYOB places...not really.
Out of smoked salmon on a Sunday night at 7PM?? HUH? No Toro either??? I thought this place was supposed to be the upscale BYOB to all of the other evil step sister places...guess not.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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3/20/2011
YAY! Everyone knows I love a great deal on some sushi. I have been here several times before and… Read more »
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Review from Libby C.
Ferndale, MI
1/4/2012
byob delicious sushi in bucktown - i miss it so!
often a wait. give your # to the waitress then go around the corner for a cocktail at danny's around the corner. -
Review from Nicole R.
Chicago, IL
1/13/2012
Went to coast on the first snowy night of the winter. Outside the weather was no good, you forgot about all of that when stepping inside. Coast is a romantic, dimly lit restaurant with lots of candles. Our server Mark was AWESOME. He was honest with his recommendations and they were all delicious! Yes the white dragon was awesome, and so was his recommendation for a roll that was created years ago for Valentine's Day that they will still make. I forget the name but it has asparagus inside and a tempura scallop on top that you eat with your hand (it looks like a sushi cupcake). He even asked if we wanted a bucket of ice for our 6 pack we brought! I recommend going! Having a full bar would have made me give it a 5 star rating.
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Review from Lauren V.
Yelp came through for me as always and I'm happy to say that Coast Sushi Bar is the best sushi I've had in the city!
The dark dining room and swanky decor is the perfect spot for an intimate date or a fun night out with friends. Add in BYO beer, wine, and sake? Can't get much better!
We started with the Asparagus Beef....holy delicious teriyaki sauce! Just give me a bowl of rice and that sauce and I'll be happy!
Next we ordered a few rolls:
Nama jalapeno: A large piece of incredibly fresh salmon with fresh jalapenos-so simple, so good.
Spicy Sweet Potato Tempura: Umm....who doesn't love sweet potato tempura?!?
Po Boy: White fish tempura, unagi, cream cheese, masago, spicy sauce, scallion, avocado, tempura crumb, eel sauce. Huge! Delcious!
White Dragon: The best!!! Shrimp tempura, wasabi tobiko, cream cheese, avocado, scallion, spicy sauce, wasabi dressing, eel sauce, tempura crumb -
Review from erick r.
Chicago, IL
1/8/2012
great place for a first date
sushi was awesome plus you gotta love Thai food !
BYOB is an exceptionally lovely thing in this world
the staff could be friendlier, my date an i sat at the sushi bar and we got
bumped into quit a bit because of the size of the restaurant and location of the restroom, it looks more comfier to sit by the windows but i do enjoy watching the chefs roll up, they were quit friendly too.
the price for 2 people to get filled up was great
plus if you don't know what to get ask the chef what he recommends
my hat goes off to you Coast Sushi Bar -
Review from Haley D.
Chicago, IL
1/5/2012
Coast was delicious. Period.
Ordered the White Dragon roll, which we liked so much we ordered two!! Probably the best roll I have ever eaten. Also ordered the special of the day which was a Tuna on Top. It was very good, had a piece of jalepino for a good kick. Also got the Po' Boy, which was good, but too big to eat in one bite (which I dislike, what am I supposed to do with that?)!!
4 stars because the prices are a bit high for my sushi liking. Most of thier special rolls are around $15. If they were closer to $10 this would become a once a week thing.
BYOB and no cork fee. major plus. -
Review from S.Y. D.
Chicago, IL
11/21/2011
As avid sushi eater, I'm pretty tough when it comes to completely impressing me on great maki rolls. For the value, atmosphere and quality of seafood, you can't go wrong with Coast. The fact that is is BYOB is also an added bonus. I would recommend making reservations in advance but if you didn't, the wait is worth it! I come there at least once a month and I'm always drawn to to the White Dragon Maki roll. My other favorite rolls is the Volcano for a kick of good spice and their spicy tuna. I think I've had all their rolls to date and there isn't one that I would classify as bad.
The appertizers are also great. I'm particularly a big fan of the aparagus beef and tuna tartare. -
Review from Andres D.
Thanks to my fellow yelper Jelena Z for suggesting this fabulous place.
We were celebrating a pal's birthday and only had a party of 3 around 6pm. Plenty of tables available at that time however by 7pm this place was jumping. I love the BYOB factor since I know my dining bill won't be outrages. Our server was great and loved my craft beer selection of PranQster and Delirium in my bright red cooler.
I started off the evening with a bowl of Miso soup, just the right amount of scallions too. It was delicious! Then the fun started with 3 orders of the Po'Boy Maki signature dish, followed by White Dragon, Unagi, White Tuna and Spicy Crunchy Tuna. I know I am missing a few, must be still in a sushi coma.
Our tab was fairly reasonable and server was knowledgeable. Whether you are bromancing with the fellas or getting your swag on with a lovely gal, Coast Sushi Bar is a perfect choice. -
Review from Chris C.
Chicago, IL
11/9/2011 4 Check-ins Here
Man you have that this place is byob. Man time to pop bottles!
White Dragon role is to die for! -
Review from PJ H.
12/5/2011
Coast Sushi is wonderful place to dine especially if you are organizing a group outing, did I mention it's B.Y.O.B. The sushi is great and the prices are reasonable. The service is good and there is always an upbeat fun atmosphere at coast. Keep up the good work guys...!!!!
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Review from Jeff A.
8/29/2011
Coast always pleases me, we were hungry and it was late, coast was open!
We forgot to bring our own drinks, don't forget this is a BYOB...
The sushi was on point, really fresh and really good, we ate very light and left very satisfied, our server was so nice, I mean really cool!
My only complaint was chipped china and glasses, actually had two pieces of chipped china and a chipped glass... I have a ceramics technology background and chipped china is a food-born illness hazard and chipped glasses can cause injury, so I strongly suggest that you kidz at Coast go through and throw out the old dishes maybe start over completely...Listed in: Chi - Asia
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Review from Lauren B.
Chicago, IL
9/15/2011
I have heard great things about this BYOB sushi place so I figured I would give it a try. I went to dinner on Labor Day with a few girlfriends, and thankfully it was no were near as packed and loud as others have stated it would be.
Unfortunately your service when dining at a restaurant can really make or break your opinion......in this case we received what I consider to be a poor service. Our waitress was quite neglectful and slow when she was paying us attention.
In terms of the cuisine, the fish was fresh and tasty but a bit expensive for a byob place. My girlfriends had the beef and asparagus appetizer and informed me they have had better,
Suffice it to say, I wont be coming back......I think there are better sushi establishments in our great city.
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Review from Jessica L.
Downers Grove, IL
1/23/2012 1 Check-in Here
Every roll I've ever gotten here I absolutely love! They have creative rolls and each ingredient goes so well together. The fish is the freshest and even the seaweed salad edamame and spicy miso are to die for. Best sushi in Chicago!
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Review from emily n.
7/26/2011
Yay for date night! Finally got back to Coast after a few years and it was better than I remembered. Although, I did get take out last time...
Strolled in on a busy Thursday night and were greeted with a 30 minute wait. Gave the hostess my cell and chilled out in the car with just enough time for each of us to finish a beer. BYOB six packs come in handy while waiting to be seated.
We grabbed a (surprisingly comfy) seat at the sushi bar. It was pretty neat to watch the precision and artistry of the chefs. With our beers on ice, we were ready to start ordering ,what turned into, a gluttonous feast.
Spicy miso soup and seaweed salad to start. Both totally hit the spot. The softshell crab appetizer was to die for for, as were the scallops. We ended up getting like 3 or 4 rolls, all equally delicious. But the crowning glory was the toro topped with a quail egg. Total mouthgasm! I'll go back just for that.
We finished with a mix of the ice creams, my favorite was the ginger. Perfect way to end the meal.
The atmosphere here is exactly what you'd expect for Bucktown. The service was stellar, amazing sushi and BYOB. How can you go wrong?Listed in: I've got booze in my purse!
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Review from Jessica s.
Chicago, IL
11/29/2011
What can I say? I love sushi and I love a byob that lets me bring a bottle of wine to enjoy said sushi. Food was delicious, service was great, I was able to enjoy my meal without feeling rushed. Fantastic place.
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Review from Caryn F.
Chicago, IL
1/17/2012
This is my favorite sushi restaurant in Chicago. I have to admit that I don't eat in quite as much as I used to, as it is so much easier (and faster) to order carry out. I love their White Dragon Roll. Their Yaki Soba is great as well. Rated it a 4 star as for the value, I think they are a little over-priced.
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Review from Meridith E.
Chicago, IL
7/18/2011
If you're wanting great sushi, at a decent price, with some great service and nice atmosphere, this is the place to go.
Coast has a great space, with two joining dining spaces and limited seating at the sushi bar itself. They take reservations, and I recommend that you make one if you want to have an "adult dinner time" at/after 7pm. If you don't, you could wait for a bit.
Also, it's BYOB....with a 7-11 across the street and boozy shop up on the corner in case you forget to bring your beverages.
The sushi always tastes fresh, and the servers will help you figure out which rolls your table would like if there are picky sushi eaters. They do specials depending on the season, and I have never had a bad experience when I've tried them.
Their dragon roll is the best I've had in the city, and their shitake roll is delicious (there's something in the marinade they use). Other recommendations would be the spicy tuna and ceviche rolls!
P.S. Their take-out is pretty good, too, and is quick! -
Review from Kamilah S.
Chicago, IL
12/4/2011
Coast has to be one of my favorite sushi bars, its BYOB, YEAH. Its not over priced, the fish is very fresh and I always get something new when I go and its always good. I have been like 5 times and I love it.
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Review from nicole b.
Chicago, IL
6/19/2011
Total deliciousness. Ordered the white dragon roll, one of the specials, and the soft shell crab appetizer. We split it between two of us, and it was more than enough food.
Also, we went on a Saturday night without a reservation, and I had figured there would be a wait, but it wasn't too bad. They told us 45 minutes, but it really only took about 20-25 minutes until we were seated.
The lighting is very dim, but it works.
My only gripe is that the line for the bathroom is ridiculously long, as there's only one bathroom for women, and one for men. And the fact that some girls take 10 minutes in the bathroom (really? what are you bitches doing in there??) is a little too crazypants for me. -
Review from Marizza R.
Chicago, IL
7/12/2011
I stopped into Coast about a month ago. My brother was in town and is a BIG fan of sushi so my boyfriend and I decided that we'd splurge on dinner that night.
All the rolls that came out were fantabulous! Not one complaint. Everything was fresh and the wine we brought paired very well with our meal.
The only dilemma was the service, as it was a Saturday night, and our waitress forgot to attend to our table on several requested occasions. Aside from the poor service the food was great. -
Review from Justin G.
Chicago, IL
8/31/2011
Been going here for over a year and not sure why I have not posted a review.
If you eat in, be sure to call ahead, earlier is better than later. If you are waiting, you can always open your bottle of wine (or beer) early in the waiting area. BYOB. The servers are always nice, and can explain anything you want to know about the menu/specials etc. Usually they end up convincing me to try something new. I have brought Non-sushi fans to this place, and they always leave satisfied with something unexpected.
The price is higher than your normal sushi place, but its well worth every penny. One particular menu item makes every trip worth it: The White Dragon. By far one of the best tasting things to ever put in your mouth.
I could continue with this review, but just order the white dragon; thats it. This is why I love this place!
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Review from kris r.
Chicago, IL
10/11/2011
my bff and i went on a romantic date (she is a girl. she is pretty.) girls' night!!!
they say that coast is the place where you bring 253 of your closest gf's, meaning 334 bottles of wine (since it's byob) and talk about only the best gossip.
probably a great place to pick up chicks (gentlemen, write this down).
the rolls were great. we split the coast crab, spicy scallop, and the ebi tempura. edamame was different in an awesome way - smokey. yum. oh the lava cake! it wasn't really a lava cake, but maybe more like a mousse or a ganache. either way, it was totes yummy.
so a LOT of their rolls have either cream cheese or mayo (which i love) but my date wasn't too crazy about it. we got the ebi without the mayo to compromise, but it wasn't that good, in my opinion.
i will definitely come back though. there were about 5 more rolls i wanted to try, but i wanted to get drunk so my date would be impressed with me. im classy.
WAIT WAIT WAIT. i totes forgot. our waiter looked like ryan gossling!!!! my date loves him. so she couldn't help but stare a LOT. a LOT. like, hello?? i'm your date!!!! it's okay, though, she brought me a gift which involved justin timberlake dancing and singing. i guess we're even. -
Review from Kara C.
Chicago, IL
9/13/2011
It's going to be packed....and loud....and totally worth it. Great sushi and BYOB?! Doesn't get better than that.
As for rolls, I would definitely recommend the Maine Roll and the Crunchy Spicy Tuna Roll. I've also heard great things about the Angry Salmon Roll, but unfortunately it wasn't on the menu. Regardless, I think everything here is fresh, high quality sushi...you probably can't go wrong at Coast. -
Review from Cristene M.
Chicago, IL
8/8/2011
NO! First impressions are lasting impressions, and let's just say that my first impression of Coast was not good.
My issue with Coast had to do with the quality of the ingredients in the sushi. I ordered an avocado roll with asparagus and actually noticed that the avocado tasted old. So I took a look at it, and sure enough, there was a lot of brown on the avocado...I don't know about you, but I expect fresh food from a sushi place.
I'm only giving it an extra star because my bf liked his non-veg sushi, but he won't have any luck in getting me go back. -
Review from Ryan H.
Chicago, IL
11/28/2011
Awesome sushi, BYOB, affordable prices. Nuff said.
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Review from Nic N.
7/9/2011
LOVE the fact that...
- Coast is BYOB, perfect for sushi because that's where half of the money goes when eating sushi with friends...well that's if you drink like we do.
- The lighting is so dim, like 'film noir' dim...careful if you are on your first date...but could be good for a blind date I suppose (ha, that's terrible...but true).
- Open til 12a! REALLY like that fact. I can tend to eat late...like a Spaniard, but with out the handsome black hair and sexy accent.
We ordered...
Hamachi Carpaccio
Spicy Scallop
Miso soap
Spider Roll
Sunny side shitaki
...and after that I lost count. All of it was appetizing and the presentation is slick. Coast has consistently offered a good experience and I will definitely find myself on its dark shores again. -
Review from Gina M.
Chicago, IL
7/11/2011
Absolute BEST sushi in Chicago. I've tried falling in love with other places but have failed miserably. Do yourself a favor and get on these signature makis!
Service is always excellent and the liquor store on the corner has the best selection of beer to pair with your meal!
