Yoshi's Café - Northalsted - Chicago's Proudest Neighborhood

Yoshi’s Café

Yoshi’s Cafe is located in the Northalsted, Chicago neighborhood of Chicago on the corner of North Halsted Street and West Aldine Avenue; as a fine dining establishment, it has been offering a French-Asian fusion of innovatively prepared haute cuisine by owner and chef Yoshi Katsumura for over 20 years. Yoshi’s Cafe and its distinguished chef/owner have won numerous awards such as the AAA Four Diamond Award, Grand Master Chefs of America 1989 and many more. This fine establishment has also been featured on “Check Please!” and other local television shows.

Guests can start their dining experience with a house special duck liver mousse pate, spicy tuna mika sushi or an oven roasted red beet and watercress salad. Delectable entrees like the wagyu beef berger, grilled skinless chicken breast with grilled fresh vegetables and oven-baked kuro-buta loin top the menu. Yoshi’s Cafe has an extensive wine selection and is open for brunch on Sunday. Reservations are recommended.

Address

3257 N. Halsted St., Chicago IL

Phone #

(773) 248-6160

Website

http://www.yoshiscafe.com/

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Reviews

Yoshi's Cafe

4.7

Based on 221 reviews

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Patrick LeMaster

21:54 23 Apr 21

Excellent as always! Consistently excellent service and high quality food. They’ve made excellent adjustments for the pandemic, keeping the intimate atmosphere yet allowing for a safe experience.

Angel Valdes

15:28 10 Apr 21

I was brought in by Chicago Restaurant week. The space says "casual diner" but the ambiance says "elevated dining" with the white table cloths and the older clientele. Although the service was quite slow I couldn't tell if it was purposeful inatentiveness to provide a more intimate experience... regardless the food was amazing and I'll definitely be back!

Jazmin Valentin

03:34 21 Mar 21

This place was an amazing experience, everyone was sooooo sweet . Karen you are an amazing server you on top of you stuff, the bartender was sooo funny and amazing... I will definitely be coming back !! The owner is such a sweet lady .. u guys are amazing !!!!! The food to the service was amazing!!!

Marta Gaia Brás

20:22 07 Mar 21

I love Yoshi’s cafe, the staff is extremely friendly and the food is amazing. The perfect fusion of Italian and Japanese food and it is 100% authentic with most ingredients created in house. The atmosphere is calm and classy and it’s also covid friendly.Recommend Yoshi’s place to everyone!

Jordan Himmel

04:28 06 Mar 21

This place is outstanding, one of the best restaurants in Chicago. We got the Roasted Japanese Kabocha Pumpkin, Branzino, and Lamb Shank. The entrees were amazing, sauce on the Branzino was so good, and the Kabocha pumpkin was huge! We also got a few apps/sides, I could eat the DIY spicy tuna daily.

Evelyn Fred

21:21 11 Feb 21

Good food but over priced. Staff is friendly and food was good. Don't order the homemade potato chips or the edamame...overpriced for the quantity.

A.J. DelPrince

02:43 22 Jan 21

Exceeded expectations. Tremendous food. Vibing about this place! 🔥🔥🔥

Aynsley Jeansonne

00:28 20 Jan 21

A cornerstone in the neighborhood that’s an absolute treat. I’ve always enjoyed eating here alone at the bar, date night with the wife or to blow away friends and family visiting from out of town

TedJones701

15:54 16 Jan 21

Yoshi's has been a consistently good restaurant for 3+ decades. Interesting food mixed of French and Japanese with good bartenders and good service.

Mayra “Mrs. Arias” Carrillo

15:27 29 Dec 20

I would highly recommended this restaurant to everyone. The staff are accommodating and the food is exceptional! I will be definitely going back! I wish I would’ve taken pictures of the dishes we orders but they looked so damn delicious I had to dig in!

Daniel Bras

15:57 12 Nov 20

I went for dinner with my wife last night for the first time.We absolutely loved Yoshi's Cafe: the food was of super high quality, the service as nice and careful as one may want. All in a laid-back, unpretentious setting that makes you feel at home.We can't wait to go back!

Rosie Weaver

05:33 22 Aug 20

Yoshi’s Cafe is hands down the best service experience I’ve ever received in Chicago. Their staff are incredibly kind and so attentive even throughout the craziness of covid. If I could give them 11/5 stars I would. AMAZING food, like hit you in the gut good.

Dylan C

00:01 22 Aug 20

Delicious local spot that is really taking covid precautions very seriously and well spaced out.The mac and cheese is rich and creamy.The ribs were pretty good, but the rice pilaf that came with them was incredible.The real star of the food that I tried was the Smash burger (cooked pink). It was juicy, well cooked, and the toppings complimented it perfectly (the pickles are so good)The service was also very quick and attentive.

Bridgette Conley

12:50 18 Aug 20

Loved this place! We all had different kinds of steaks and each one was beyond delicious. Fantastic service

Alex Cermak

04:14 16 Aug 20

A most excellent birthday dinner!

John Shibovich

02:59 30 Jul 20

The best Japanese/French fusion restaurant in Chicago.

JIN BAK

23:58 20 Jul 20

A restaurant with history and pride. Not only the food here is top-notch, the staff including the host/owner Nobuko san is amazing. I cannot wait to go back.

lisa gembeck

01:32 30 Jan 20

First, the service is spectacular! Super courteous and respectful. 2and, the food.... oh the food!! My first visit here , certainly will NOT be my last! Nothing was at all disappointing. Keep it up Yoshi's!! You're doing a fantastic thing here!

Ted Jones

19:25 04 Jan 20

Long time Chicago chef owned restaurant until Yoshi died a couple of years ago. His wife continued it and kept it going well. Their son has taken over as chief recently and he has really done a great job of modernizing the menu. The good was great. The waiters are still there and reliable in service. They, and the kitchen, are flexible with orders. AND, the martini's are still good.

Ethan Cohen

19:28 28 Dec 19

Yoshi's is a very welcoming neighborhood spot that happens to serve very satisfying Japanese-French-American fusion cooking. From the cocktails to dessert we loved everything we had.Our waiter googled the pastry we had (a pear chiboust) so he could tell us some of its history.A very friendly place.

Jemmabella Cabral

04:58 23 Dec 19

My 1st time eating here. The fish was AMAZING! The service was great! Jason, our server was friendly and very attentive. I would definitely eat here again!

Ann Rundle

11:52 03 Nov 19

Best neighborhood restaurant. Innovative food. Great drinks. Great wine selection. I love sitting at the bar to eat. Always fun people.

Matt Cardoni

04:00 11 Oct 19

My favorite restaurant for a nice meal. Love this place!! Nice ambiance. The salmon is remarkable. The servers aim to please. If your primary desire isn't listed on the menu, just ask for it; they'll give it to you. Find your bliss here.

Rhoda Elders

08:02 29 Sep 19

Wonderful restaurant! Whenever we are in Chicago we always come for dinner. Fabulous food and warm service. Got the basil pesto, sun dried tomato omelette and pancakes very fluffy! The sassy eggs are tasty too. Love the red potatoes hash.Cute ambiance. Thank you, will be back!

Candace Moloney

23:24 15 Sep 19

Wonderful restaurant! Whenever we are in Chicago we always come for dinner. Fabulous food and warm service.

Paul Kamber

01:06 11 Aug 19

Really delicious. Great food! Great service!

Nori Sakata

14:14 29 Jun 19

Started as a five or so table French place. Grew up to be a neighborhood mainstay. Had mama's birthday brunch there! Was not disappointed by any means. They even crafted a 88th birthday cake for her!Yoshi has passed on but Nobuko-san keeps this place going strong!

Brenda Arksey

13:30 24 Jun 19

One of our regular stops for dining. The food is delish. Classic Asian and continental fusion cuisine. Service is great.

Gloria Hoffman

06:18 17 Jun 19

while I was in the area I decided to stop in for some brunch on a Sunday afternoon with 3 of my friends. To our surprise, there wasn't much people dining in (most brunch places usually are packed on Sunday afternoons). This didn't deteriorate us since this place was so highly rated.For food, I started off with the Japanese pumpkin ravioli. Don't be alarmed when you see the $8 price tag per piece because the taste alone makes it worth it. It's not your typical ravioli but more of their take on it. The Japanese pumpkin is served on a bed of garlic goat cheese sauce and topped with a parmesan cheese dome. The presentation wasn't all that exciting, but the flavors were on point. For my entree, I went with the apple pancake soufflé. It was topped off with whipped cream (which I opted out of), fresh mixed berries, and then finished off with powder sugar. The texture of the pancake soufflé was light and airy, yet dense enough to resemble a pancake. I don't know how they do it! I even enjoyed all the fresh berries on top.

M McKinney

23:55 09 Jun 19

Consistently great food and service.

Alexandria Keller

12:46 21 May 19

Good location for delicious Cafe food. Do yourself a favor and give this place a try. This place has a cool feel to it.

Stephen Sellers

12:46 21 May 19

cafe food... excellent. I like it here always quality food & service.

Steve Miller

01:56 20 May 19

Been coming here for nearly 20 years, mostly for special occasions, and have always had an excellent meal.

Isaac Estep

17:41 19 May 19

In my opinion the best Chicago restaurant. Food is top notch. The place has real class and you can't manufacture that. I love this apanese French fusion style of cooking. Cream of mushroom soup with a toast spoon is must at brumch.

Sebastian Krupa

14:25 28 Mar 19

Excellent service. All staff friendly and helpful.Great food. Got the basil pesto, sun dried tomato omelette and pancakes very fluffy! The sassy eggs are tasty too. Love the red potatoes hash.Cute ambiance. Thank you, will be back!

Belia Rodriguez

14:30 24 Mar 19

The food is delicious and the service was wonderful. The place has energy but it isn't loud and overwhelming.

Nancy Benjamin

01:45 11 Mar 19

Always the epitome of elegance with excellent ingredients for a very fair price.

Jiyon Yu

13:13 25 Jan 19

Never been wrong. Great food with services.

Sal Anzalone

07:20 17 Jan 19

Excellent food, excellent service, great atmosphere. Who could ask for anything more?

Maverick Styles

05:21 12 Jan 19

This is probably one the most delicious and cleanest Asian/French cuisines restaurants that I have ever dine at. The service and food was beyond my expectations. I will be returning; probably tomorrow lol. Thank you Yoshi's Cafe!!

Sergio Cilla

18:59 09 Oct 18

Nice restaurant with a varied menu and good service. Great choice of desserts. A bit pricey but worth it.

M Vowell

17:06 21 Sep 18

Excellent service, classic decor, expansive menu..however the salmon and ribs were not to my taste. Our table shared chicken, salmon, and ribs. The other diners were well pleased. Yes, I would return.

Jeff Katz

22:48 04 Sep 18

Great food and service! They have a $25 3 course prix fixe on Thursday that you should at least try!

Madeleine Kattan

02:18 14 Aug 18

I loved the poached eggs with hollandaise sauce! Crab cakes are amazing too. We know the owner and she is delightful. Brought out a chocolate cake and custard for us!

Shakir A

01:32 03 Aug 18

Incredible food, spectacular service, and not too expensive. This place blew our socks off. I'm genuinely in awe of how good the service was, they brought out fruit and an extra dessert for my 1 year old just because.

Scottie Elliott

15:25 21 Jul 18

Delicious food. Wonderful martinis and fantastic service. Highly recommended!

Raymona Herbric

17:33 19 Jul 18

Shubukai Dance organization had their yearly fundraiser luncheon at Yoshis. Everything was delicious. From appetizers to desserts everyone enjoyed the meal.

Sumy Guzman

23:51 29 Jun 18

Delicious and well presented food. Reservations are recommended but not required; I walked in on a Friday evening and was immediately sat down at a booth. Family friendly environment. Martinis shaken and served right at your table.

Christopher Ryan

12:50 23 May 18

I was very happy with all my food I have nothing bad to say about this place.

Harlen Fleming

03:01 26 Apr 18

Always great food. Some of the best meals I have ever had.

Carina Ellickson

10:39 24 Feb 18

I had the tofu burger and it was spectacular. Everyone in my party loved their dishes. We all shared assorted desserts which were all delicious and not too heavy. The Yoshi martini was also well-made and lovely. Service was friendly and quick. Definitely recommend.

Mario Martinez

22:06 04 Feb 18

Been coming here for many years and have always had top-notch food, presentation and courteous, attentive and professional service. Today I had the Japanese Fried Chicken and French Toast Sticks. The chicken is marinated in soy, ginger and spices and then covered in a thin rice/cornstarch breading. The Sticks come with green tea creme anglaise, which is neither too sweet, nor too bitter/tannic. What a delightful pairing! ❤️

Bill Hayden

16:33 14 Jan 18

Awesome menu. Great cocktails. Super friendly and professional staff.

Alicia M Senior-Saywell

00:35 14 Jan 18

Yoshi's is my family's favorite restaurant in all of Chicago. Their food and drinks are stunningly tasty, fresh, innovative and beautiful. The staff is attentive, kind, always cheerful and reqdy for a laugh, and always steer us right. Cant say enough about this place - Go. Here!

Peter Lugten

15:51 08 Dec 17

Very professional staff. Attended a friend's birthday party which they made room in for standing room, staff served appetizers and drinks. Great atmosphere. Food was delicious.