(312) 595-2300
504 N Wells St
Chicago,
IL
60610
41.891
-87.6342
Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side
Sushi Samba Rio
What People Are Saying About Sushi Samba Rio
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Chic young Chicagoans flock to this energetic, clubby restaurant, whose blend of pulsing salsa rhythms and Asian influence is already a hit in New York and Miami. The cavernous room is divided into several areas, each with its own over-the-top personality: from a sleek, circular front sushi bar to the "mod pit"--a sunken red-leather alcove with plum shag carpeting and glittery hanging beads. Service is generally smart, fast and friendly. – – The Food – Japanese-Brazilian fusion food could easily be a mess of mismatched flavors and textures, but the…
08/20/09
Yummy
by J99
We go here at least once a month...The sushi is amazing and I love the atmosphere. Weekends are insane, but the vibe is great.
- Pros: Great food
- Cons: So so service
07/16/09
Will go every time I'm in town
by dms34
The food here is awesome! I had spicy tuna rolls, and they were the best I've ever had. My sister had california rolls, and those were good too. My brother had cooked crab rolls, and I liked them. It was the first time I've everl liked crab.
I was very impressed with our waitress. She was quick and smart. I let her know I didn't want sugar in my mojito, so she went through the trouble of mixing Sweet N Low into it for me. Most places let me do that myself.
The atmosphere is great...very trendy. It feels like a club and makes you want to stay there all night. The bathrooms are even nice and trendy.
It was a tiny bit expensive, but it is Chicago...so what do you expect? It is not overly expensive.
- Pros: Great Food
- Cons: Price
04/10/09
Nice place but...
by fredsamford
In a competitive asian-fusion market, Sushi-samba seems like a good idea that isnt really hitting its full stride. The service was excellent and attentive, and the host /doorperson was very informative. But when paying premium prices, service is expected. What isnt expected is the average food. We had 3 different special rolls which were very good, but the brazilian apps were overly salty and average. The place closes early on Sundays and we made the mistake of doing a late dinner here and were rushed through our meal which, to me, is inexcusable. They should not seat you if they arent going to allow you to order certain foods at certain times. Again, premium prices and you have to be held to a very high standard.
- Pros: Beautiful
- Cons: nothing special, high prices
The Details on Sushi Samba Rio
What to Drink:
Specialty cocktails include mojitos, caipirinhas and creative martinis; sake and wine lists are extensive and not terribly overpriced, with several bottles in the $30-$40 range.
Where to Sit:
Sit at a perimeter table for prime people-watching. Communal tables are cramped, with back-less stools that make for a sore back. At night, head to the rooftop lounge for a cocktail.
Save Money:
Daily 11:45am-3:30pm, get bento box specials with sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, miso soup and seasonal field greens for $15-$20.
Look Good:
Sneak up to the mezzanine lounge for a bird's-eye view of the action.
Parking:
Valet parking is offered in front of the building. There are also two parking lots a block away at Hubbard and Wells.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Group Dining, Bar Scene
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Japanese, Latin American, Brazilian, Sushi
Bar & Club Special Features:
Smoking Permitted:
Lounge
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