Blu Coral Contemporary Sushi
Chicago, IL 60622
Phone: (773) 252-2020
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Ashland Avenue
- Directions:
- El: Blue Line to Division
- Best of Citysearch:
- Sushi 2007
- Hours:
- Mon-Thurs 5pm-1am, Fri-Sat 5pm-2am, Sun 5pm-10pm
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"The Best Sushi in Chicago, 2007" by Citysearch Editors
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Editorial Review for Blu Coral Contemporary Sushi – by Jessica Volpe
The Scene
There's a certain balance to sushi-meister Andy Park's (Starfish, Sushi Ai) spot near the corner of Milwaukee and Ashland. A sense of deliberate serenity wafts from the spacious foyer through the luxe lounge and industrial dining room with open kitchen. Sweet tea lights enhance ultra dim lighting, while gorgeous Thai silk drapes and an oceanic palette soften acid jazz sounds and stainless steel fixtures. The crowd is attractive, but most come to eat, not just for the scene.
The Food
An extensive menu tries to cover all the bases and mostly succeeds. Blue Point oysters are briny and delicious, served with spicy ponzu sauce. Cravings notwithstanding, the myriad maki could be bypassed in favor of entrees, which come with miso soup, gingery house salad and steamed rice. Chopstick-tender braised short ribs sing of sake and ginseng, while tender roast chicken pairs well with plum teriyaki sauce.
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Insider Tips
Where To SitDining room full? Don't wait. Snag a seat in the lounge and order from the full menu.
Save MoneyHalf-size entrees are half the cost of full-size orders and still come with all the extras.
What To DrinkSpecialty martinis (Aloe is a great palate cleanser), sakes, and a decent selection of wines by the glass and bottle.
ParkingUnlimited free parking is available at West Town Plaza (Jewel) - directly behind the restaurant.
User Reviews for Blu Coral Contemporary Sushi
03/06/2008 Posted by kisky
Unbelieveable sushi! Very creative/different menu! Owners are the sweetest , nicest couple! Very fun atmosphere for a Friday or Saturday night!
02/02/2008 Posted by jenjordan75
I am more of a traditionalist when it comes to sushi, so Blu Coral is a bit too "fusiony" for my taste. But I was impressed with the quality of the fish and the imaginativeness of the menu items. More importantly though, the staff was so warm and willing to be helpful. It was my friend's birthday this evening and the staff went out of their way to make him comfortable and satisfied. Very important! I will definitely be back,
Pros: very kind staff, no pretention
Cons: not traditional sushi
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