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Restaurant
Itoko
Itoko is one of the best japanese restaurants in Chicago for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.
Itoko suits a night out when you want japanese that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Rating (Google) 9.6
1,853 reviews
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9.6
Rating
Based on 1853 reviews
Best used for
date night and dinner
Price and pace
moderate
Neighborhood
Chicago · 3325 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Price
moderate
Google rating
9.6 from 1,853 reviews
Phone
(773) 819-7672
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What makes Itoko worth the move
Itoko works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 1,853 Google reviews.
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Public rating
9.6 from 1,853 Google reviews
Best used for
date night and dinner
Style
Japanese in Chicago
Spend
moderate
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Google rating: 9.6 from 1,853 reviews
Price point: moderate
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9.6 from 1,853 reviews
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For now, Itoko holds a 9.6 rating across 1,853 Google reviews.
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Plan the visit
Quick details
- Address
- 3325 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
- Phone
- (773) 819-7672
- Price
- moderate
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 9.6 (1,853 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Japanese
- Neighborhood
- Chicago
Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Itoko serve?
Itoko is a Japanese restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Itoko suits a night out when you want japanese that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
What is Itoko best for?
Itoko is best for sushi, dinner, date night, japanese. Itoko works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 1,853 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Itoko?
Itoko is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.6 from 1,853 reviews
Is Itoko worth visiting?
Itoko holds a 9.6 Google rating from 1,853 reviews. Itoko works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 1,853 Google reviews.
Where is Itoko located?
Itoko is located at 3325 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Does Itoko take reservations?
Yes, Itoko accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.
Is Itoko good for a date night?
Yes — Itoko is tagged for date night dining. Itoko works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 1,853 Google reviews.
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