Japanese Restaurant Deals in Chicago
50 japanese deals at 15 restaurants across Chicago
Find the best japanese food and drink deals across Chicago. Popular spots include Sushi-san - River North, Nobu, Blue Sushi Sake Grill. The cheapest drink deal is michelob ultra draft for $4.00. Browse happy hours, daily specials, and more at japanese restaurants near you.
Japanese Deals
Ramen-san - River North
Lucky Hour
Happy hour food and drink specials available at all locations. Features discounted snacks and select alcoholic beverages.
Dine-in only
SourceReserve on OpenTableSushi-san - River North
Happy Hour
$5 Asahi cold drafts, $6 sake and wine, $10 cocktails, $6 snacks. Dine-in only.
Dine-in only
SourceReserve on OpenTableSushi-san - River North
Weekend Happy Hour
Same happy hour menu with earlier hours on weekends.
Dine-in only
SourceReserve on OpenTableGaijin
Happy Hour
Gaijin happy hour runs Tuesday through Thursday from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. The venue features deals on both food and drinks during happy hour, including cocktail specials. Gaijin by Chef Paul Virant is Chicago's first and only dedicated okonomiyaki and kakigori restaurant, specializing in Hiroshima and Osaka style savory Japanese pancakes. The bar program showcases highballs and a focused selection of beer including a Moody Tongue-Gaijin collaboration house lager, sake, Japanese whisky, and wine. Located in West Loop/Fulton Market at 950 W Lake St. The venue has a patio and offers a lively interactive culinary experience with a custom 12-foot griddle and individual Hiroshima teppan griddles for table service.
Blue Sushi Sake Grill
Happy Hour
Blue Sushi Sake Grill in Lincoln Park offers happy hour Monday through Saturday from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, and all day on Sunday (12:00pm to 9:00pm). The happy hour features an extensive selection of cocktails including house lime margaritas ($7), various specialty cocktails ($7-$9), draft beers starting at $4, house wines at $7, and sake options from $5. Food offerings include miso soup, house salad, and cucumber sunomono at $5 each, plus a variety of maki rolls ranging from $7-$8 including crunchy blue, crunchy L.A., crunchy red, and cali rolls. Blue Sushi offers a creative sushi experience with deals on both drinks and eats daily, including weekends, in an energetic dining atmosphere with patio seating available.
Ramen-san - Lakeview
Lucky Hour
$5 Asahi Cold Draft, $6 Cold Dry Sake, $7 Penicillin #2, $4 Fried Chicken Bun, $5 Roasted Shishitos, $6 Karaage Chicken Nuggets.
Sushi-san - Lakeview
Happy Hour
$6 Asahi cold drafts, $6 sake and wine, $10 cocktails, $6 snacks. Dine-in only.
Dine-in only
SourceReserve on OpenTableSushi-san - Lakeview
Weekend Happy Hour
Same happy hour menu with earlier hours on weekends.
Dine-in only
SourceReserve on OpenTableBITES Asian Kitchen + Bar
BITES Happy Hour
Asian-inspired happy hour: $11 cocktails, $6 wine, $7 sangria, $4 sake bombs, $8-$10 appetizers.
BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar
Happy Hour
$6 wine, $7 sangria, $8 bites. Outdoor: Patio. GF/Celiac: Yes
Ramen-san
Lucky Hour
$5 Asahi Cold Draft, $6 Cold Dry Sake, $7 Penicillin #2. $4 Fried Chicken Bun, $5 Roasted Shishitos, $6 Karaage Chicken Nuggets. Plus spin-to-win prizes.
Tokio Pub
Happy Hour
$7 Potstickers, $8 Shrimp Crispy Rice, $12 Tuna Roll. Beer and cocktail deals $5-$10.
Itoko
Happy Hour
Dine-in specials on drinks, sushi, maki rolls, and large plates. $5 Maki Rolls, $3 Nigiri. Mon-Sat 4:30-6pm at the bar.
Itoko
Southport Set - Brunch
$25 2-Course Brunch Set.
Itoko
Southport Set - Dinner
$35 3-Course Dinner Set.
Izakaya at Momotaro
Monday Night Karaoke + Combo
$20 shot-beer-wings combo. DJ Greg Corner. Mon 7-11pm.
Sushi-san - River North
Happy Hour (Fri-Sun)
$5 Asahi cold drafts, $6 sake and wine, $10 cocktails, $6 snacks
Momotaro
Hinamatsuri Cake Night - 5PM
Celebrate Hinamatsuri (Girls' Day) with hands-on cake making led by Pastry Director Chef Aya Fukai. Includes seasonal chirashi course, cake building experience, and take-home recipe booklet.
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Hinamatsuri Cake Night - 8PM
Celebrate Hinamatsuri (Girls' Day) with hands-on cake making led by Pastry Director Chef Aya Fukai. Includes seasonal chirashi course, cake building experience, and take-home recipe booklet.
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SourceValedor
Happy Hour
Where Mexico meets Japan. $12 cocktails, $8 tapas. Tue-Sun 5-7pm.
Itoko
Early Bird Brunch — Kids Eat Free
Kids 12 and under eat free from 9:30-10:30am every weekend. Steamed buns, kabocha pancakes, robata favorites.
Izakaya at Momotaro
Late Night Happy Hour + Karaoke
Late-night bites and killer cocktails with karaoke. Mondays 8-10pm.
Sushi-san - River North
Maki-Rolling 101 Class with Master Chef Kaze Chan
Exclusive Maki-Rolling Class led by Master Sushi Chef Kaze Chan at Sushi-san Lincoln Park
March 10, reservations required, held at Lincoln Park location
SourceReserve on OpenTableBITES Asian Kitchen + Bar
Happy Hour - $11 Cocktails, $6 Wine, $4 Sake Bombs
$11 Cocktails, $8-$10 Appetizers, $6 Wine, $7 Sangria, $4 Sake Bombs.
Izakaya at Momotaro
Monday Night Karaoke - $20 Shot-Beer-Wings Combo
$20 shot-beer-wings combo meal with DJ and karaoke every Monday 7PM-11PM.
Itoko
Early Bird Brunch - Kids Eat Free
Kids 12 and under eat free from 9:30-10:30AM every weekend. Steamed buns and lox, kabocha pancakes, plus brunch favorites.
Sushi-san - Lakeview
Maki-Rolling 101 Class with Master Chef Kaze Chan
Exclusive Maki-Rolling Class led by Master Sushi Chef Kaze Chan at Sushi-san Lincoln Park
March 10 event - reservations required
SourceReserve on OpenTableSushi-san - Lakeview
Maki-Rolling Class with Master Chef Kaze Chan
Exclusive Maki-Rolling Class led by Master Sushi Chef Kaze Chan at Sushi-san Lincoln Park
March 10 event, reservations required
SourceReserve on OpenTableSushi-san - River North
Maki-Rolling 101 Class
Exclusive Maki-Rolling Class led by Master Sushi Chef Kaze Chan at Sushi-san Lincoln Park
Event at Lincoln Park location, reservations required
SourceReserve on OpenTableRamen-san - River North
Lucky Hour - $5 Asahi, $6 Sake, $4-$6 Bites
$5 Asahi Cold Draft beer, $6 Cold Dry Sake, $7 Penicillin #2, $4 Fried Chicken Bun, $5 Roasted Shishitos, $6 Karaage Chicken Nuggets. Plus chance to win free items.
Sushi-san - River North
$5 Asahi, $6 Sake & Wine, $10 Cocktails, $6 Snacks
$5 Asahi cold drafts, $6 sake and wine, $10 cocktails, $6 snacks. Dine-in only.
Sushi-san - River North
Weekend Happy Hour 3-5PM
$5 Asahi cold drafts, $6 sake and wine, $10 cocktails, $6 snacks. Friday-Sunday 3-5PM. Dine-in only.
Ramen-san - West Loop
Happy Hour
Happy hour specials available. Check venue for current deals and times.
Nobu
Happy Hour
Nobu in West Loop offers happy hour Monday through Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. The venue features deals on both drinks and eats, including cocktail specials. Nobu is the restaurant of famed Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and includes a rooftop. Located at 854 W Randolph St in Chicago's West Loop neighborhood. Specific menu items and pricing details are not listed on this page.
Ramen-san - River North
Lobster Specials
Lobster Ramen special available until February 25th
Available until February 25th
SourceReserve on OpenTableRamen-san - River North
Lobster & Bacon Late-Night Fried Rice
Lobster & Bacon Late-Night Fried Rice, on special until February 25th, only available after 9 PM at Fulton Market, River North, and Lincoln Park locations
only available after 9 PM at Fulton Market, River North, and Lincoln Park locations
SourceReserve on OpenTableSushi-san - River North
Free Miso Soup with To-Go Order
Get a free miso soup with any to-go order of $35 or more from the Willis Tower location
to-go orders only, Willis Tower location only, minimum $35 order
SourceReserve on OpenTableNobu
Tanoshi Hour
Discounted bar bites and drinks in our Bar and Lounge
Bar and Lounge only
SourceReserve on OpenTableNobu
Weekend Brunch
Brunch buffet with expertly crafted sushi, carving station, breakfast sandwiches, French toast, and yuzu custard
Nobu
Sunday Brunch Pre-Fixe
Pre-fixe brunch loaded with signature plates and sips worth savoring
Nobu
Nobu in Town - Eight-Course Omakase Dinners
Special eight-course omakase dinners during Nobu in Town event from March 12-14, 2026
Exclusive limited time offering
SourceReserve on OpenTableNobu
Nobu in Town - Special Saturday Brunch Buffet
Special Saturday brunch buffet during Nobu in Town event
Special event only - March 14, 2026
SourceReserve on OpenTableNobu
Winter Tasting Menu
A curated culinary journey featuring Nobu signatures alongside refined seasonal creations, thoughtfully crafted by our chefs. Perfect for both first-time and returning guests.
Per guest pricing
SourceReserve on OpenTableNobu
Miami International Boat Show Lunch Service
Special lunch service in celebration of the Miami International Boat Show, featuring Nobu signature dishes and curated Lunch Sets
Patio seating only, available exclusively February 11-15
SourceReserve on OpenTableGaijin
Chicago Black Restaurant Week Menu
Chicago Black Restaurant Week menu with lunch and dinner deals, featuring okonomiyaki and new menu dishes. Available February 8-22, 2026.
Special CBRW menu available
SourceReserve on OpenTableGaijin
Valentine's Day Tasting Menu
Special Valentine's Day 5-course tasting menu with optional beverage pairings featuring Japanese-inspired dishes and cocktails
Available February 13th and 14th only, advance booking required
SourceReserve on OpenTableBlue Sushi Sake Grill
Game Day Maki Platter Special
$30 off Maki Platters for game day, pick up only
Pick up only. Offer applies only to February 8 (game day). Restaurant closes at 4:30pm.
SourceBlue Sushi Sake Grill
$30 Off Maki Platter
$30 off any maki platter on February 8
February 8 only
SourceBlue Sushi Sake Grill
Super Bowl Sunday Sushi Platter Special
$30 off Sushi Platters on Sunday, February 8th for Super Bowl viewing
Orders must be placed at least 12 hours in advance. Pick up only. Must mention offer at pickup.
SourceBlue Sushi Sake Grill
Veganuary Special
30% off all vegan maki through February 1st as part of Veganuary promotion
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I find japanese food deals in Chicago?
- Chicago has 50 japanese food deals at 15 restaurants. Top spots include Sushi-san - River North, Nobu, Blue Sushi Sake Grill.
- What are the best japanese restaurant deals in Chicago?
- Ramen-san - River North offers Lucky Hour. Sushi-san - River North offers Happy Hour. Sushi-san - River North offers Weekend Happy Hour.
- What's the cheapest japanese deal in Chicago?
- The cheapest deal is michelob ultra draft for $4.00. Browse all 50 japanese deals for more.