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Nomonomo Sushi

JapaneseIzakayaYakitoriJapanese PubOmakase CounterSake BarBYOB

From the same Japanese-owned Shoyu Hospitality group behind Wasabi Chicago, Nomonomo is a Logan Square izakaya pub serving binchotan-grilled yakitori, small plates, sushi, and a 12-course omakase at the counter. Owner Satoko Takeyama brings the same Japanese-owned ethos that defines the group.

Price
¥¥
Area
Logan Square
Owner
Satoko Takeyama / Shoyu Hospitality
Nomonomo Sushi — authentic japanese restaurant in Chicago, Logan Square
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About
Nomonomo Sushi occupies the same block as its sibling restaurant Wasabi on Milwaukee Avenue, extending the Japanese-owned Shoyu Hospitality footprint in Logan Square. The concept leans into the Japanese pub tradition: binchotan charcoal yakitori skewers, snappy izakaya small plates, and a la carte sushi sit alongside a 12-course, 70-minute omakase offered at the sushi counter for $79—exceptional value by Chicago standards. Owner Satoko Takeyama, who is Japanese, has been explicit that Wasabi and Nomonomo are among a small number of genuinely Japanese-owned Japanese restaurants in the city. The casual, neighbourhood atmosphere keeps the focus on flavour rather than formality.
Neighborhood & visiting

Nomonomo Sushi sits in Logan Square, one of Chicago's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused izakaya counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Owned by Japanese restaurateur Satoko Takeyama, one of Chicago's most visible advocates for authentic Japanese-owned dining.
  • The $79 omakase counter offering delivers a 12-course chef's tasting that rivals downtown experiences at a fraction of the price.
  • Binchotan charcoal yakitori alongside traditional izakaya plates creates a genuine Japanese pub experience rarely replicated in Chicago's neighbourhoods.

Part of Shoyu Hospitality group (Satoko Takeyama). Wasabi's own website states it is 'one of few Japanese owned Japanese restaurants in Chicago.'

Links
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Frequently asked

About Nomonomo Sushi

Is Nomonomo Sushi an authentic japanese restaurant in Chicago?
Yes — Nomonomo Sushi is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Chicago: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
Where is Nomonomo Sushi located?
Nomonomo Sushi is located at 2096 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, Chicago, USA in the Logan Square neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Nomonomo Sushi?
Nomonomo Sushi accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Nomonomo Sushi?
Nomonomo Sushi sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Chicago.
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