Ch Distillery

This is quite literally some of the best sushi I've had in a very long time. The ambiance and experience here with some of the things they are doing here that many places don't do like dry aging their fish. Couple this with the most Chicago thing you can drink here being Malort. This place will hands down forever be one of the best sushi spots that's doing things their own way.

The food and atmosphere were amazing! We had a reservation and the host was extremely kind and quick seating us. The seating was extremely cozy and romantic even being inside a lively distillery. The music was great. The lighting was perfect. The host and wait staff made amazing cocktail and food recommendations in the most friendly manner. Our table was constantly being tended to without being disruptive. My fiancé and I shared the crispy tuna bites, the Tokushu Setto, 2 beautiful maki rolls, and tried all the mochi ice cream for dessert. We also had The Baby Shark cocktail which was so good we ordered a few. All of our food came out quickly but perfectly paced and of course everything was DELICIOUS. All in all, this place is a MUST for date night.

The food was absolutely delicious. It was flavorful and fresh. The Uni, which I never eat because it can have an off flavor if it’s not fresh, was to die for. My partner ordered a second uni hand roll after our 14 course meal. The prawn was buttery and cooked to perfection, not rubbery. Service was wonderful, very low key and fun atmosphere. Would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a great sushi spot in Chicago!

This is the place I have been waiting for. I heard about Jinsei Motto’s omakase on Instagram (@chitownsushi) and it looked amazing so I had to check it out. Jinsei Motto is located inside CH Distillery. The vibe inside is super sleek, but fun, lively, and still laid back. You can order cocktails or drinks from the distillery, or you can do a tasting that’s paired with the omakase. We did the pairing and loved it. You get generous pours, and they really mix up the flavors in a fun way that still compliments each bite. The owner, Tony, also stopped by several times just to chat and voluntarily top off our drinks and that was amazing. Very personal and genuine service. Now the omakase. OMG. It is so so so good. It is without a question up there with Kyōten and Sushi Suite, but less $$$ than Kyōten and slightly less than Sushi Suite. While we did not get to meet the chef, his partner who was super knowledgeable about omakase (and super friendly) brought each piece out and made it a very personalized experience - one we did not get at places like Mako, etc. So in addition to the flavors and quality, the service takes this place a step above the rest IMO. They also personalized our menus with the names on our reservation, so that was another special touch. At the end of the omakase service, they also offer you an a la carte menu so you can order more of the pieces you loved. That was a cool option to have. Overall I can’t wait to go back. Check it out!

Wow. Where to begin! It was my first time at CH Distillery, and man did they knock it out of the park. Ambiance is inviting and cozy, with great music. Our server Cara was incredible! Very knowledgeable with all the spirits they had to offer. We decided to order off their new sushi menu offered by Jinsei Motto, and I could not be more impressed. Chef Patrick and Andrew went above and beyond in terms of quality and creativity. Every single item was absolutely sensational. I can’t imagine going anywhere else for sushi after this experience. I wish I could give more than 5 stars. Thanks again to everyone at CH and Jinsei Motto for making this an unforgettable dining experience! I cannot wait to return again and again!

Love CH! This is my favorite bar in the city! We’ve been going for years and have loved to see how the place has grown and developed. I highly recommend the tour they do as well as their comedy night! The food is great and I’m always impressed with the menus they offer, especially considering their kitchen space. Their beverage menu is always on point!