Sushi-San serves up the best sushi in Chicago and Nashville made with the freshest ingredients they can find, all served with a side of old-school hip-hop and ice-cold beer. The bar is kept stocked with rare Japanese whisky, sake, wine and inventive cocktails. Join them for lunch and dinner.
"san-san" Seta curated six-piece nigiri flight showcasing balance and technique. house-smoked masu (cherry salmon) is paired with tart ume, delicate madai (snapper) is brushed with soy and finished with the citrusy snap of a hanaho flower, and buttery faroe island salmon is glazed in sweet miso and finished with toasted sesame seeds44
Appetizers
wakame seaweed, tofu, and green onion complete our miso and dashi broth-based soupspicy octopus "tacos" in crispy nori shells. all are garnished with wasabi tobiko mayo, avocado puree, green onion, and togarashi ichimichilled japanese buckwheat noodles tossed in gomae dressing and finished with garlic chili vinaigrette and negi.4 black tiger shrimp are breaded seasoned with togarashi ichimi. sides of gochujang mayo and wasabi tobiko mayo put you in control of the heat6 pan-fried gyoza, drizzled with wasabi soy and garnished with fried garlic and negi.with a nod to japanese karaage, we take juicy, marinated chicken thighs and toss in a breading seasoned by our signature S+P. homemade lime kosho aioli served on the sidemarinated flank steak is sliced thin and marinated in korean kalbi spices. grilled over binchotan coals and served with lettuce cups, daikon, fresno chili, green onion and miso sambal.
Signature Sashimi
8 slices of faroe island salmon, served with our leche de tigre sauce, and micro cilantro8 slices of hamachi served with aji amarillo and meyer lemon ponzu7 slices of akami paired with watermelon, served over white soy ponzu and chive oil
Crispy Rice
torched favorites over oshizushi-style rice
3 pieces. crispy pressed rice, griddled and topped with spicy tuna, sesame, and green onion.crispy pressed rice topped with chopped ohba leaf, chopped wagyu, chive, salt, and toasted sesame seeds.succulent merus-cut alaskan king crab, topped with lime-soy glaze and torched, sits atop crispy, caramelized sushi rice.
Salads & Vegetables
Sliced English cucumber, Szechuan chili crunch, ponzu, sesame seeds, negi curls.refreshing and flavorful wakame seaweed salad dressed in jalapeno soy and topped with cucumber, lotus root, sesame seed, and green onion"croutons" made from our fan-favorite crispy rice are the finishing touch on a salad made from baby bok choy, edamame, daikon sprouts, chopped roasted cashews, and finished with a sweet and savory cashew vinaigrettecarrot-ginger vinaigrette sets apart our house salad featuring mesclun greens, cucumber, Mighty Vine cherry tomatoes, spiralized daikon and fresh cracked black pepper.whole edamame pods are tossed in garlic oil and roasted in our coal-burning oven before being finished with a squeeze of lemon and a dusting of our signature S+P seasoningflash fried brussel sprouts tossed with carrot ginger vinaigrette and topped with sesame seed and bonito flakespicy-savory and packed with flavor, our garlic chili vinaigrette is served atop haricots verts and finished with sesame seeds and lemon.broccolini is blanched before getting a quick char in our coal-fired oven. served chilled and tossed in a savory goma-ae dressing made of roasted sesame seeds, sesame oil, garlic, and other spices.shishito peppers are blistered, dusted with sesame seeds, and served with a side of sweet and savory black garlic miso.eggplant batons are delicately battered and fried. Tossed with sweet and tangy Vietnamese dressing and finished with mint, fried shallot, togarashi ichimi, and dried shrimp. Served with a side of yuzu mayo
Bang Bang Cauliflowerspicy mayo, lime zest11
Sushi
through a direct partnership with the yamasaki family at the toyosu fish market, sushi-san receives daily deliveries of the best fresh fish and seafood available
Maki Rolls
Want to hold the rice? Substitute cucumber wrapper for +$2
lean tuna dressed with spicy tobanjan and black sesame seeds is rolled with avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, and a bit of tempura crunch. served with sides of wasabi soy and spicy mayo. available in 5 or 10 pieces.faroe island salmon is rolled with asparagus, mild meyer lemon, and avocado. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.akami tuna and tempura shrimp rolled with avocado, wasabi kizame, and white sesame seedszuke marinated salmon is dressed with gomae dressing and rolled with avocado, chives and a thin slice of meyer lemon. available in 5 or 10 pieces.faroe island salmon mixed with yuzu and spicy korean gochujang is rolled with cucumber, jalapeño, chives, and a bit of tempura crunch. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.japanese yellowtail is rolled with avocado, cucumber, and yuzu kosho vinaigrette. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.chopped hudson canyon scallop mixed with spicy mayo, wasabi tobiko, and garlic is served atop hosomaki-style sushi filled with avocado and jalapeño. torched and finished with togarashi ichimi. available in 5 or 10 pieces.lean akami tuna and fatty tuna belly are rolled with cucumber, avocado, and sesame seeds. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.there's not such thing as too much tuna. Akami and chutoro cuts of Spanish Bluefin are rolled and topped with an otoro "tartare" that includes a bit of sansho pepper and pickled daikon.creamy michoacan avocado rolled with sweet soy, yuzu mayo, and tempura crunch. topped with crunch and served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.layers of flavor and texture will make you say "umami!" roasted mushrooms and sweet onion are dressed with truffle mayo and rolled with pickled daikon, tempura crunch, daikon sprouts, ohba, and sesame seeds. available in 5 or 10 piecesbbq eel gets the crispy tempura treatment and is rolled with avocado, sweet soy and kizami wasabi. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 piecesblack tiger shrimp are tempura battered, fried crisp, and rolled with korean gochujang mayo, black sesame seeds, green onion and kaiware sprouts. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.lobster tossed with yuzu mayo and rolled with avocado and cucumber. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.
Balfego Bluefin Tuna
sustainably sourced from spain, balfego has been an industry leader in wild-raised bluefin tuna
preparations from sashimi to maki show a progression through the different cuts of balfego bluefin tuna: akami (lean loin), chu-toro (medium-fatty), and otoro (fatty belly). 6 pieces sashimi, 4 pieces nigiri, and 1 maki roll
San-Sets
mighty vine tomatoes, carrots, asparagus, and other fresh and preserved vegetables are slow-roasted, simmered, or simply dressed to bring out key aspects of their flavor and texturefeatures 2 pieces each: akami (lean tuna loin), hamachi (yellowtail), faroe island salmon, and a zuke preparation of the same faroe island salmon where the whole salmon side is torched and allowed to marinate in savory soy for over 24 hours12 pieces nigiri across 6 varieties of fish. selections rotate daily, though some staples like scallop and otoro are almost guaranteed to make an appearance.our eight-piece nigiri set is joined by maki rolls and sashimi cuts that rotate daily based on chef kaze’s selections, for a total of 8 pieces nigiri, 12 pieces sashimi, and 2 maki rollsa great sharing option, this set is akin to a tableside omakase experience featuring a more varied and luxurious selection than any other set for a total of 12 pieces nigiri, 12 pieces sashimi, and 2 maki rolls
Specialties
Robata Grilled
tender and juicy chicken thighs grilled skin-on over binchotan charcoal and seasoned with signature S+P mix. sliced and served with lime kosho aioli.faroe island salmon is marinated with sake, miso and mirin, skewered and grilled over binchotan charcoal. finished with sesame seeds and lime.berkshire pork seasoned by a heritage marinade recipe passed down from chef kaze chan’s grandmother and caramelized over binchotan charcoal. finished with fresno chili, cilantro, and green onion.grilled to medium rare over binchotan coals seasoned with house tare. sliced chopstick-friendly and drizzled with sweet soy and served with a smear of spicy chinese mustardhalf of a maine lobster served in the shell, prepared chopstick-friendly and perfectly complimented by a lime-soy glaze before being caramelized in our coal-burning oven.
Sizzling Rice
straight outta' the josper oven
tender ground chicken thigh is slow-simmered with poblano pepper and thai basil before being coal-roasted in a cast iron bowl atop sushi rice. topped with chili threads and green onion. mix the raw egg yolk through to incorporate all flavors and textures.marinated short rib, caramelized maitake mushroom, asparagus and onion are baked over rice in a cast iron skillet in our Josper oven until golden. finished with an egg yolk and tare, poured tablesideconfit duck leg and bok choy coal roasted in a cast iron skillet, then topped with a five spice hoisin sauce, crispy duck skin, pickled onion, cilantro, and an egg yolk
GF = menu item can be made gluten-free. please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or food allergies _________________________________________________________ *These food items may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.
Please advise the restaurant of any dietary restrictions and allergies when dining in or placing a carry out order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. All items are subject to availability. | As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.
Japanese Whisky
celebrating the active whisky distilleries throughout japan, our list highlights the wide variety of styles that pay homage to their scottish roots.
SELECT YOUR WHISKY SERVICE
NEAT • ROCKS • HIGHBALL
Suntory
Toki1oz 82oz 16
Toki Black1oz 82oz 16
Ao World Whisky1oz 142oz 28
Hibiki Japanese Harmony1oz 162oz 32
Hibiki Japanese Harmony, 100th Anniversary Edition1oz 302oz 60
Hibiki Japanese Harmony 21-year1oz 852oz 170
Hibiki Japanese Harmony 21-year, 100th Anniversary Edition1oz 6002oz 1200
Hibiki Japanese Harmony 30-year1oz 8882oz 1777
Hibiki Japanese Harmony 40-year1oz 25002oz 5000
Yamazaki Single Malt Distillers Reserve1oz 142oz 28
Yamazaki Single Malt Golden Promise1oz 802oz 160
Yamazaki Single Malt Islay Peated Malt1oz 802oz 160
Yamazaki Single Malt Puncheon1oz 602oz 120
Yamazaki Single Malt Spanish Oak1oz 652oz 130
Yamazaki Single Malt Peated Malt1oz 652oz 130
Yamazaki Single Malt Mizunara1oz 1082oz 216
Yamazaki Single Malt 12-year1oz 262oz 52
Yamazaki Single Malt 12-year, 100th Anniversary Edition1oz 302oz 60
Yamazaki Single Malt 18-year1oz 782oz 156
Yamazaki Single Malt 18-year, 100th Anniversary Edition1oz 2002oz 400
Yamazaki Single Malt 25-year1oz 6642oz 1328
Hakushu Single Malt 12-year1oz 222oz 44
Hakushu Single Malt 12-year, 100th Anniversary Edition1oz 262oz 52
Hakushu Single Malt 18-year1oz 502oz 100
Hakushu Single Malt 18-year, 100th Anniversary Edition1oz 1652oz 330
Komagatake Single Malt Tsunuki Aging Peated1oz 302oz 60
Nikka
Days1oz 112oz 22
Coffey Grain1oz 132oz 26
Coffey Malt1oz 142oz 28
From The Barrel1oz 142oz 28
Taketsuru Pure Malt White Label1oz 162oz 32
Miyagikyo Single Malt1oz 142oz 28
Miyagikyo Single Malt "aromatic Yeast"1oz 402oz 80
Yoichi Single Malt1oz 142oz 28
Yoichi Single Malt 10-year1oz 452oz 90
Yoichi Single Malt "aromatic Yeast"1oz 402oz 80
Nine Decades 90th Anniversary1oz 45020oz 900
Ichiro's Malt
Malt & Grain1oz 152oz 30
Malt & Grain Limited Edition1oz 302oz 60
Double Distilleries 20211oz 642oz 128
The Us Edition 20201oz 602oz 120
The Us Edition 20211oz 602oz 120
The Us Edition 20221oz 502oz 100
The Us Edition 20231oz 502oz 100
The Us Edition 20241oz 402oz 80
Single Malt Single Cask #11950 "oloroso"1oz 502oz 100
Single Malt "red Wine Cask" 20231oz 502oz 100
Single Malt "the Peated"1oz 502oz 100
Single Malt "on The Way" Floor Malted 20241oz 602oz 180
Single Malt Single Cask #5790 "bird & Snake" First Fill Ex-bourbon Barrel1oz 682oz 136
Single Malt Single Cask #7180 "crow" Red Wine Cask1oz 682oz 136
Single Malt Single Cask #7086 "year Of The Rabbit" Ex-bourbon Barrel1oz 952oz 190
Single Malt Single Cask #4337 "year Of The Dragon" Ex-bourbon Barrel1oz 952oz 190
Single Malt Single Cask #5882 "clever Cask" First Fill Ex-bourbon Barrel1oz 682oz 136
Single Malt Single Cask #7634 "found Cask" Second Fill Hogshead1oz 632oz 126
Single Malt Single Cask #7084 "lazy Cask" Second Fill Ex-bourbon Barrel1oz 722oz 144
Single Malt Single Cask #12507 "tomodachi" Koshu White Wine Cask1oz 742oz 148
Kaiyo
The Single 7-year1oz 82oz 16
Mizunara Oak1oz 102oz 20
Cask Strength1oz 132oz 26
The Peated1oz 182oz 36
The Sheri1oz 182oz 36
Ramu 8-year1oz 132oz 26
The Unicorn 10-year1oz 132oz 26
Akashi
Blended Goju Sherry Cask1oz 132oz 26
Sommelier Series #2 Pinot Noir Cask 5-year1oz 302oz 60
Bourbon Barrel Aged 7-year1oz 372oz 74
Sherry Cask 5-year1oz 342oz 68
Akkeshi
Sarorunkamuy1oz 502oz 100
Ritto "winter Begins" Single Malt 20211oz 602oz 120
Shosho "summer Fades" 20211oz 352oz 70
Usui "rainwater" Malt & Grain 20211oz 402oz 80
Kanro "cold Drops Of Dew" Peated 20211oz 602oz 120
Boshu "sowing Of The Grain" Peated 20211oz 502oz 100
Daikan "the Peak Of Winter" Ex-bourbon 20221oz 352oz 70
Taisho "the Peak Of Summer" Mizunara Cask 20221oz 352oz 70
Seimei "radiance Of Pure Life" Semi-peated 20221oz 502oz 100
Taietsu "the Great Snowfall" 20221oz 562oz 112
Keichitsu "life Awakens" 20231oz 562oz 112
Kanosuke
Single Malt1oz 142oz 28
First Edition 20211oz 302oz 60
Limited Edition 20221oz 302oz 60
New Born 20191oz 392oz 78
Kujira
Rice-based
Ryukyu Inari1oz 112oz 22
Single Grain1oz 122oz 24
White Oak 5-year1oz 142oz 28
Ryukyu 10-year1oz 182oz 36
Sherry Cask 12-year1oz 282oz 56
Ryukyu 25-year1oz 1952oz 390
Shinobu
Pure Malt1oz 122oz 24
Blended Mizunara Oak1oz 102oz 20
"daimyo-no" Blended1oz 102oz 20
Mizunara Oak 10-year1oz 152oz 30
Mizunara Oak 15-year1oz 252oz 50
Pure Malt Lightly Peated 10-year1oz 162oz 32
Other Whiskey Distilleries
Few X Sushi-san Bottled In Bond 1001oz 82oz 16
Kavalan Single Malt Distillery Select1oz 102oz 20
Hatozaki Finest1oz 82oz 16
Hatozaki Small Batch1oz 102oz 20
Hatozaki 8-year1oz 132oz 26
Hatozaki Triple Cask Reserve1oz 142oz 28
St. George "baller" Single Malt1oz 132oz 26
Ohishi Brandy Cask 10-year1oz 142oz 28
Shibui Single Grain 23-year1oz 902oz 180
Please advise the restaurant of any dietary restrictions and allergies when dining in or placing a carry out order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. All items are subject to availability. | As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.
Dessert
Dessert
Sweet and savory caramel cake, drizzled with caramel sauce and topped with a healthy scoop of vanilla ice cream.Mochi brownie served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and topped with chocolate fudge tableside.Pound cake soaked in a bourbon whiskey glaze and topped with whipped cream. (Contains alcohol)three flavors of mochi filled with ice creamA cake on a green plate, topped with a red sauce and a dusting of green matcha powder, on a wooden table.
As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.
Sushi-san – Nashville
Chicago’s favorite sushi spot is now in Nashville! Led by Master Sushi Chef Kaze Chan, Sushi-san in Ashwood 12 South serves the freshest fish and binchotan-roasted meats with old-school hip-hop, Japanese whisky, and a one-of-a-kind soft serve window.
wakame seaweed, tofu, and green onion complete our miso and dashi broth-based soupspicy octopus "tacos" in crispy nori shells. all are garnished with wasabi tobiko mayo, avocado puree, green onion, and togarashi ichimichilled japanese buckwheat noodles tossed in gomae dressing and finished with garlic chili vinaigrette and negi.4 black tiger shrimp are breaded seasoned with togarashi ichimi. sides of gochujang mayo and wasabi tobiko mayo put you in control of the heat6 pan-fried gyoza, drizzled with wasabi soy and garnished with fried garlic and negi.with a nod to japanese karaage, we take juicy, marinated chicken thighs and toss in a breading seasoned by our signature S+P. homemade lime kosho aioli served on the sidemarinated flank steak is sliced thin and marinated in korean kalbi spices. grilled over binchotan coals and served with lettuce cups, daikon, fresno chili, green onion and miso sambal.
Signature Sashimi
8 slices of faroe island salmon, served with our leche de tigre sauce, and micro cilantro8 slices of hamachi served with aji amarillo and meyer lemon ponzu7 slices of akami paired with watermelon, served over white soy ponzu and chive oil
Crispy Rice
torched favorites over oshizushi-style rice
3 pieces. crispy pressed rice, griddled and topped with spicy tuna, sesame, and green onion.crispy pressed rice topped with chopped ohba leaf, chopped wagyu, chive, salt, and toasted sesame seedssucculent merus-cut alaskan king crab, topped with lime-soy glaze and torched, sits atop crispy, caramelized sushi rice.
Salads & Vegetables
Sliced English cucumber, Szechuan chili crunch, ponzu, sesame seeds, negi curls.refreshing and flavorful wakame seaweed salad dressed in jalapeno soy and topped with cucumber, lotus root, sesame seed, and green onion"croutons" made from our fan-favorite crispy rice are the finishing touch on a salad made from baby bok choy, edamame, daikon sprouts, chopped roasted cashews, and finished with a sweet and savory cashew vinaigrettecarrot-ginger vinaigrette sets apart our house salad featuring mesclun greens, cucumber, Mighty Vine cherry tomatoes, spiralized daikon and fresh cracked black pepperwhole edamame pods are tossed in garlic oil and roasted in our coal-burning oven before being finished with a squeeze of lemon and a dusting of our signature S+P seasoningflash fried brussel sprouts tossed with carrot ginger vinaigrette and topped with sesame seed and bonito flakespicy-savory and packed with flavor, our garlic chili vinaigrette is served atop haricots verts and finished with sesame seeds and lemon.broccolini is blanched before getting a quick char in our coal-fired oven. served chilled and tossed in a savory goma-ae dressing made of roasted sesame seeds, sesame oil, garlic, and other spices.shishito peppers are blistered, dusted with sesame seeds, and served with a side of sweet and savory black garlic miso.eggplant batons are delicately battered and fried. Tossed with sweet and tangy Vietnamese dressing and finished with mint, fried shallot, togarashi ichimi, and dried shrimp. Served with a side of yuzu mayo
Bang Bang Cauliflowerspicy mayo, lime zest11
Sushi
through a direct partnership with the yamasaki family at the toyosu fish market, sushi-san receives daily deliveries of the best fresh fish and seafood available
Maki Rolls
Want to hold the rice? Substitute cucumber wrapper for +$2
lean tuna dressed with spicy tobanjan and black sesame seeds is rolled with avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, and a bit of tempura crunch. served with sides of wasabi soy and spicy mayo. available in 5 or 10 pieces.faroe island salmon is rolled with asparagus, mild meyer lemon, and avocado. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.akami tuna and tempura shrimp rolled with avocado, wasabi kizame, and white sesame seedszuke marinated salmon is dressed with gomae dressing and rolled with avocado, chives and a thin slice of meyer lemon. available in 5 or 10 pieces.faroe island salmon mixed with yuzu and spicy korean gochujang is rolled with cucumber, jalapeño, chives, and a bit of tempura crunch. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.japanese yellowtail is rolled with avocado, cucumber, and yuzu kosho vinaigrette. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.chopped hudson canyon scallop mixed with spicy mayo, wasabi tobiko, and garlic is served atop hosomaki-style sushi filled with avocado and jalapeño. torched and finished with togarashi ichimi. available in 5 or 10 pieces.lean akami tuna and fatty tuna belly are rolled with cucumber, avocado, and sesame seeds. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.there's not such thing as too much tuna. Akami and chutoro cuts of Spanish Bluefin are rolled and topped with an otoro "tartare" that includes a bit of sansho pepper and pickled daikon.creamy michoacan avocado rolled with sweet soy, yuzu mayo, and tempura crunch. topped with crunch and served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.layers of flavor and texture will make you say "umami!" roasted mushrooms and sweet onion are dressed with truffle mayo and rolled with pickled daikon, tempura crunch, daikon sprouts, ohba, and sesame seeds. available in 5 or 10 piecesbbq eel gets the crispy tempura treatment and is rolled with avocado, sweet soy and kizami wasabi. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 piecesblack tiger shrimp are tempura battered, fried crisp, and rolled with korean gochujang mayo, black sesame seeds, green onion and kaiware sprouts. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.lobster tossed with yuzu mayo and rolled with avocado and cucumber. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.
Balfego Bluefin Tuna
sustainably sourced from spain, balfego has been an industry leader in wild-raised bluefin tuna
preparations from sashimi to maki show a progression through the different cuts of balfego bluefin tuna: akami (lean loin), chu-toro (medium-fatty), and otoro (fatty belly). 6 pieces sashimi, 4 pieces nigiri, and 1 maki roll
San-Sets
mighty vine tomatoes, carrots, asparagus, and other fresh and preserved vegetables are slow-roasted, simmered, or simply dressed to bring out key aspects of their flavor and texturefeatures 2 pieces each: akami (lean tuna loin), hamachi (yellowtail), faroe island salmon, and a zuke preparation of the same faroe island salmon where the whole salmon side is torched and allowed to marinate in savory soy for over 24 hours12 pieces nigiri across 6 varieties of fish. selections rotate daily, though some staples like scallop and otoro are almost guaranteed to make an appearance.our eight-piece nigiri set is joined by maki rolls and sashimi cuts that rotate daily based on chef kaze’s selections, for a total of 8 pieces nigiri, 12 pieces sashimi, and 2 maki rollsa great sharing option, this set is akin to a tableside omakase experience featuring a more varied and luxurious selection than any other set for a total of 12 pieces nigiri, 12 pieces sashimi, and 2 maki rolls
Specialties
Robata Grilled
tender and juicy chicken thighs grilled skin-on over binchotan charcoal and seasoned with signature S+P mix. sliced and served with lime kosho aioli.faroe island salmon is marinated with sake, miso and mirin, skewered and grilled over binchotan charcoal. finished with sesame seeds and lime.berkshire pork seasoned by a heritage marinade recipe passed down from chef kaze chan’s grandmother and caramelized over binchotan charcoal. finished with fresno chili, cilantro, and green onion.grilled to medium rare over binchotan coals seasoned with house tare. sliced chopstick-friendly and drizzled with sweet soy and served with a smear of spicy chinese mustard
Sizzling Rice
straight outta' the josper oven
tender ground chicken thigh is slow-simmered with poblano pepper and thai basil before being coal-roasted in a cast iron bowl atop sushi rice. topped with chili threads and green onion. mix the raw egg yolk through to incorporate all flavors and textures.marinated short rib, caramelized maitake mushroom, asparagus and onion are baked over rice in a cast iron skillet in our Josper oven until golden. finished with an egg yolk and tare, poured tablesideconfit duck leg and bok choy coal roasted in a cast iron skillet, then topped with a five spice hoisin sauce, crispy duck skin, pickled onion, cilantro, and an egg yolk
GF = menu item can be made gluten-free. please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or food allergies _________________________________________________________ *These food items may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
"san-san" Seta curated six-piece nigiri flight showcasing balance and technique. house-smoked masu (cherry salmon) is paired with tart ume, delicate madai (snapper) is brushed with soy and finished with the citrusy snap of a hanaho flower, and buttery faroe island salmon is glazed in sweet miso and finished with toasted sesame seeds44
Kaiyo 5 Woodaged at sea in pedro ximenez, french oak, mizunara & oloroso casks.10 1oz20 2oz
Appetizers
wakame seaweed, tofu, and green onion complete our miso and dashi broth-based soupspicy octopus "tacos" in crispy nori shells. all are garnished with wasabi tobiko mayo, avocado puree, green onion, and togarashi ichimichilled japanese buckwheat noodles tossed in gomae dressing and finished with garlic chili vinaigrette and negi.4 black tiger shrimp are breaded seasoned with togarashi ichimi. sides of gochujang mayo and wasabi tobiko mayo put you in control of the heat6 pan-fried gyoza, drizzled with wasabi soy and garnished with fried garlic and negi.with a nod to japanese karaage, we take juicy, marinated chicken thighs and toss in a breading seasoned by our signature S+P. homemade lime kosho aioli served on the sideflank steak sliced thin and marinated in korean kalbi spices. grilled over binchotan coals and served with lettuce cups, daikon, fresno chili, green onion and miso sambal
Signature Sashimi
7 slices of akami paired with watermelon, served over white soy ponzu and chive oil8 slices of faroe island salmon, served with our leche de tigre sauce, and micro cilantrothinly slice hamachi dressed in meyer lemon ponzu, chive oil, aji amarillo, jalapeno and micro cilantro
Crispy Rice
torched favorites over oshizushi-style rice
3 pieces. crispy pressed rice, griddled and topped with spicy tuna, sesame, and green onion.crispy pressed rice topped with chopped ohba leaf, chopped wagyu, chive, salt, and toasted sesame seeds.succulent merus-cut alaskan king crab, topped with lime-soy glaze and torched, sits atop crispy, caramelized sushi rice.
Salads & Vegetables
Sliced English cucumber, Szechuan chili crunch, ponzu, sesame seeds, negi curls.refreshing and flavorful wakame seaweed salad dressed in jalapeno soy and topped with cucumber, lotus root, sesame seed, and green onion"croutons" made from our fan-favorite crispy rice are the finishing touch on a salad made from baby bok choy, edamame, daikon sprouts, chopped roasted cashews, and finished with a sweet and savory cashew vinaigrettecarrot-ginger vinaigrette sets apart our house salad featuring mesclun greens, cucumber, mighty vine cherry tomatoes, spiralized daikon and fresh cracked black pepper.whole edamame pods are tossed in garlic oil and roasted in our coal-burning oven before being finished with a squeeze of lemon and a dusting of our signature S+P seasoningflash fried brussel sprouts tossed with carrot ginger vinaigrette and topped with sesame seed and bonito flakespicy-savory and packed with flavor, our garlic chili vinaigrette is served atop haricots verts and finished with sesame seeds and lemon.broccolini is blanched before getting a quick char in our coal-fired oven. served chilled and tossed in a savory goma-ae dressing made of roasted sesame seeds, sesame oil, garlic, and other spices.
Bang Bang Cauliflowerspicy mayo, lime zest11
eggplant batons are delicately battered and fried. tossed with sweet and tangy Vietnamese dressing and finished with mint, fried shallot, togarashi ichimi, and dried shrimp. served with a side of yuzu mayo.
Sushi
through a direct partnership with the yamasaki family at the toyosu fish market, sushi-san receives daily deliveries of the best fresh fish and seafood available
Maki Rolls
Want to hold the rice? Substitute cucumber wrapper for +$2
lean tuna dressed with spicy tobanjan and black sesame seeds is rolled with avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, and a bit of tempura crunch. served with sides of wasabi soy and spicy mayo. available in 5 or 10 pieces.faroe island salmon is rolled with asparagus, mild meyer lemon, and avocado. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.lean cut tuna is rolled with tempura battered shrimp, avocado, and wasabi kizame. available in 5 or 10 pieces.zuke marinated salmon is dressed with gomae dressing and rolled with avocado, chives and a thin slice of meyer lemon. available in 5 or 10 pieces.faroe island salmon mixed with yuzu and spicy korean gochujang is rolled with cucumber, jalapeño, chives, and a bit of tempura crunch. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.japanese yellowtail is rolled with avocado, cucumber, and yuzu kosho vinaigrette. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.chopped hudson canyon scallop mixed with spicy mayo, wasabi tobiko, and garlic is served atop hosomaki-style sushi filled with avocado and jalapeño. torched and finished with togarashi ichimi. available in 5 or 10 pieces.lean akami tuna and fatty tuna belly are rolled with cucumber, avocado, and sesame seeds. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.there's no such thing as too much tuna. Akami and chutoro cuts of Spanish Bluefin are rolled and topped with an otoro "tartare" that includes a bit of sansho pepper and pickled daikon.creamy michoacan avocado rolled with sweet soy, yuzu mayo, and tempura crunch. topped with crunch and served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.layers of flavor and texture will make you say "umami!" roasted mushrooms and sweet onion are dressed with truffle mayo and rolled with pickled daikon, tempura crunch, daikon sprouts, ohba, and sesame seeds. available in 5 or 10 piecesbbq eel gets the crispy tempura treatment and is rolled with avocado, sweet soy and kizami wasabi. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 piecesblack tiger shrimp are tempura battered, fried crisp, and rolled with korean gochujang mayo, black sesame seeds, green onion and kaiware sprouts. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.lobster tossed with yuzu mayo and rolled with avocado and cucumber. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.
Balfego Bluefin Tuna
sustainably sourced from spain, balfego has been an industry leader in wild-raised bluefin tuna
preparations from sashimi to maki show a progression through the different cuts of balfego bluefin tuna: akami (lean loin), chu-toro (medium-fatty), and otoro (fatty belly). 6 pieces sashimi, 4 pieces nigiri, and 1 maki roll
San-Sets
mighty vine tomatoes, carrots, asparagus, and other fresh and preserved vegetables are slow-roasted, simmered, or simply dressed to bring out key aspects of their flavor and texturefeatures 2 pieces each: akami (lean tuna loin), hamachi (yellowtail), faroe island salmon, and a zuke preparation of the same faroe island salmon where the whole salmon side is torched and allowed to marinate in savory soy for over 24 hours12 pieces nigiri across 6 varieties of fish. selections rotate daily, though some staples like scallop and otoro are almost guaranteed to make an appearance.our eight-piece nigiri set is joined by maki rolls and sashimi cuts that rotate daily based on chef kaze’s selections, for a total of 8 pieces nigiri, 12 pieces sashimi, and 2 maki rollsa great sharing option, this set is akin to a tableside omakase experience featuring a more varied and luxurious selection than any other set for a total of 12 pieces nigiri, 12 pieces sashimi, and 2 maki rolls
Specialties
Robata Grilled
tender and juicy chicken thighs grilled skin-on over binchotan charcoal and seasoned with signature S+P mix. sliced and served with lime kosho aioli.faroe island salmon is marinated with sake, miso and mirin, skewered and grilled over binchotan charcoal. finished with sesame seeds and lime.berkshire pork seasoned by a heritage marinade recipe passed down from chef kaze chan’s grandmother and caramelized over binchotan charcoal. finished with fresno chili, cilantro, and green onion.grilled to medium rare over binchotan coals seasoned with house tare. sliced chopstick-friendly and drizzled with sweet soy and served with a smear of spicy chinese mustardhalf of a maine lobster served in the shell, prepared chopstick-friendly and perfectly complimented by a lime-soy glaze before being caramelized in our coal-burning oven.
Sizzling Rice
straight outta' the josper oven
tender ground chicken thigh is slow-simmered with poblano pepper and thai basil before being coal-roasted in a cast iron bowl atop sushi rice. topped with chili threads and green onion. mix the raw egg yolk through to incorporate all flavors and textures.prime short rib is roasted in a cast iron bowl with caramelized onions, mushrooms and sushi rice. finished with sweet soy, green onion, fried shallot, sesame seeds, togarashi ichimi. mix the raw egg yolk through to incorporate.five-spice hoisin sauce brings deep spice and sweetness to confit duck leg. coal-roasted in a cast-iron bowl with cilantro, bok choy, pickled red onion, and an egg yolk, all atop caramelized sushi rice.
GF = menu item can be made gluten-free. please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or food allergies. *These food items may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Nigiri/Sashimi
Specialty Nigiri
blanched tomato, compressed with white soy ponzu for 24 hours over sushi rice, brushed with olive oil, garnished with fried shallot, ginger, and chiveking trumpet mushroom seared in clarified butter over sushi rice, garnished with upethi salthokkaido scallop over sushi rice and wasabi, topped with nori infused French butter, then torched, garnished with lime juice, upethi salt, and lime zesthamachi over sushi rice and wasabi, brushed with shiitake soy, garnished with banana pepper infused butter, then torchedchutoro tuna over sushi rice and wasabi, brushed with shiitake soy, garnished with buttered shiitake mushroom in a black pepper saucekinmedai over sushi rice and a shiso leaf, brushed with white soy ponzu, garnished with yuzu kosho and crispy gingerstands for Caviar, Egg, Otoro. Otoro tuna over sushi rice and wasabi, garnished with royal osetra caviar and shaved house-cured duck egg
Nigiri/Sashimi
today's fresh cuts
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GF = items that are gluten free or can be made gluten free
*These food items may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Sushi-san is a cashless restaurant. As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose. Please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or food allergies
Tuna Crispy Rice*gftruffled pearl onion, fried garlic
Tako Takospicy octopus, crushed avocado, crispy nori shell
Salmon Rice Bowlgfmiso salmon, sesame
Vietnamese Pork Rice Bowlgffresno chili, cilantro
Tuna & Avocado Rice Bowl*gfakami, spicy tuna, green onion
Cauliflower Rice Bowlgfcaramelized onion and mushroom, sweet soy
Chilled Soba Noodleschili garlic vinaigrette, green onion
Express Sushi & Sashimi – $26
served with miso soup, seaweed salad and oh-my-kaze
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GF = items that are gluten free or can be made gluten free
*These food items may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Sushi-san is a cashless restaurant. As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose. Please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or food allergies
Dessert
Dessert
Sweet and savory caramel cake, drizzled with caramel sauce and topped with a healthy scoop of vanilla ice cream.three flavors of mochi filled with ice cream with our very own emoji characters. Available in orders of 1 or 3Mochi brownie served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and topped with chocolate fudge tableside.pound cake soaked in a bourbon whiskey glaze and topped with whipped creamMascarpone cream is layered with lady fingers soaked in matcha syrup, then finished with matcha powder and a tableside pour of strawberry yuzu sauce.
Dessert Sake
Izumo Fuji "yuzu-zake" Citrus Sake3oz 158oz 38
Dessert Drinks
Suggested Whiskies
whisk(e)y ordered by the ounce
Nikka - Days1oz 112oz 22
Suntory - Yamazaki 12 Year1oz 182oz 36
Kavalan - Sherry Cask1oz 242oz 48
Ichiro's Malt - Red Wine Cask #9124Bottle 56 of 229 58% abv1oz 602oz 120
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GF = items that are gluten free or can be made gluten free
*These food items may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Sushi-san is a cashless restaurant. As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose. Please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or food allergies
Wine & Sake
Wine by the Glass
White + Sparkling
Prosecco, Giuliana, Nv1457
Pinot Grigio, Dalia, Delle Venezie, 20241352
Sauvignon Blanc, Matthew Fritz, North Coast Sonoma, 20251457
Chardonnay / Roussanne, Stolpman, "uni," 20231872
Sancerre, Domaine Denizot, "osmoze," 20242395
Red + Rosé
Rosé, Moulin De Gassac, "guilhem," Pays D'hérault, 20241352
Pinot Noir, Fossil Point, Edna Valley, 20221457
Pinot Noir, Scherrer, Russian River Valley, 201625100
Cabernet Sauvignon, Ultraviolet, Red Hills, 20241560
Wine by the Bottle
Sparkling
Corpinnat, Gramona, "imperial," Brut, 2018110
Brut Champagne, P. Gimonnet Et Fils, "cuvée Cuis," Nv135
Rosé Champagne, Paul Bara, Grand Rose Brut, Bouzy, Nv172
Sauvignon Blanc
Ant Moore, "estate Series," Marlborough, 202365
Domaine Denizot, "osmoze," Sancerre, 202495
Long Meadow Ranch, Napa Valley, 202485
Lucien Crochet, "la Croix Du Roy," Sancerre, 2023125
Chardonnay
Jean-yves Devevey, "18 Lunes," Bourgogne, 2018129
Roland Lavantureux, Chablis, 2022110
Patrick Piuze, "la Butte 'o'," Chablis, 2022195
La Chablisienne, Chablis 1er, Cote De Lechet, 2021165
Other Whites
Albariño, Zarate, Rías Baixas, 202475
Pigato, Bruna, "majé," Liguria, 201872
Etna Bianco, Gracie, "muganazzi," 2021165
Dry Riesling, Keller, "von Der Fels," Rheinhesse, 2024140
Koshu, Kazumi, Napa Valley, 2024Kazumi is one of only a few producers cultivating this rare Japanese varietal outside its native Koshu Valley in Yamanashi Prefecture. Koshu is a bright, delicate white wine, perfectly suited to Japanese cuisine and seafood. We're proud to serve this elegant wine from Kazumi — a Japanese-American, woman-owned winery.160
Red + Rosé
Rosé, Breca, Spain, 202262
Red Blend, Nina, 'casa De Mouraz', Portugal, 202374
Mencia, Jose Antonio García, "unculín," Bierzo, 202052
Pinot Noir, C. Clemens, "dopp Creek," Chehalem Mtns, 2022110
Cabernet Sauvignon, Sinegal, Napa, 2022120
Cabernet Sauvignon, Purleiu, "le Pich," Napa Valley, 2021160
Zinfandel Blend, Ridge, "geyserville," Alexander Valley, 2022140
Côtes Du Rhône, Le Clos Du Caillou, "le Bouquet Des Garrigues," 202070
Stranahan's Diamond Peak Single Malt Whiskey Extra Anejo Tequila Cask 20231oz 132oz 26
Glendalough 7y Mizunara Cask1oz 182oz 36
Bushmills 21y Single Malt Rare1oz 452oz 90
Four Roses Single Barrel X Leye1oz 112oz 22
Please advise the restaurant of any dietary restrictions and allergies when dining in or placing a carry out order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. All items are subject to availability. | As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.
Please advise the restaurant of any dietary restrictions and allergies when dining in or placing a carry out order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. All items are subject to availability. | As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.
Doi Shuzo, Tokubetsu Honjozo bottled in our San exclusive 6oz keepsake "One Cup"
Kappu-sanOur Kitty Cup, aka "Kappu-san", is a sake for everyone! The enjoyment of "one-cup" sake is an everyday tradition in Japanese beverage culture. In celebration of this tradition, Sushi-san and Ramen-san have teamed up with Doi Shuzo for this one-of-a-kind, premium, one-cup. The label is an homage to the on-the-go vibe of the -Sans' hometown. This Tokubetsu Honjozo sake is a special grade, made with the highest quality sake rice, brewed next to Japan's most famous wasabi and tea fields, located in rural Shizuoka. Grab a Kitty Cup for a clean, crisp sip that will transport you to Japan's countryside.
$6 ASAHI COLD DRAFT
$6 GLASS POURS
Sauvignon Blancmatthew fritz, north coast sonoma, 24
Pinot Noirfossil point, edna valley, 21
Snow Maidenkizakura, nigori
Hot Sakechokaisan, tenju shuzo
$10 COCKTAILS
$6 SNACKS
faroe island salmon mixed with yuzu and spicy korean gochujang is rolled with cucumber, jalapeño, chives, and a bit of tempura crunch. served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.lean tuna dressed with spicy tobanjan and black sesame seeds is rolled with avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, and a bit of tempura crunch. served with sides of wasabi soy and spicy mayo. available in 5 or 10 pieces.creamy michoacan avocado rolled with sweet soy, yuzu mayo, and tempura crunch. topped with crunch and served with side of wasabi soy. available in 5 or 10 pieces.whole edamame pods are tossed in garlic oil and roasted in our coal-burning oven before being finished with a squeeze of lemon and a dusting of our signature S+P seasoningeggplant batons are delicately battered and fried. tossed with sweet and tangy Vietnamese dressing and finished with mint, fried shallot, togarashi ichimi, and dried shrimp. served with a side of yuzu mayo.Sliced English cucumber, Szechuan chili crunch, ponzu, sesame seeds, negi curls.
*These food items may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Sushi-san is a cashless restaurant. As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose. Please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or food allergies
Events at Sushi-san – River North
Sake + Maki with BŌKEN
Tuesday, July 21 | 6PM-8PM
Join us on Tuesday, July 21 from 6–8 PM in Sushi-san Lincoln Park's private Dojo [...]
choose any maki roll or nigiri set, and add any 2 san-sides for an additional $5.
specialty maki
8 pieces
creamy michoacan avocado rolled with sweet soy, yuzu mayo, and tempura crunch. topped with crunchlean tuna dressed with spicy tobanjan and black sesame seeds is rolled with avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, and a bit of tempura crunchfaroe island salmon mixed with yuzu and spicy korean gochujang is rolled with cucumber, jalapeño, chives, and a bit of tempura crunchlobster tossed with a green goddess mayo and rolled with avocado and cucumberlean akami tuna and fatty tuna belly are rolled with cucumber, avocado, and sesame seedsjapanese yellowtail is rolled with avocado, cucumber, and yuzu kosho vinaigrettefaroe island salmon is rolled with asparagus, mild meyer lemon, and avocadogulf shrimp, avocado, chili oil, kewpie mayo, fried garlic
san-sets
through a direct partnership with the yamasaki family at the toyosu fish market, sushi-san receives daily deliveries of the best fresh fish and seafood available. our goal is simple – to source and serve the best ingredients in the world
features 2 pieces each: akami (lean tuna loin), hamachi (yellowtail), faroe island salmon
San-Sides
wakame seaweed, tofu, and green onion complete our miso and dashi broth-based soupedamame is blended with avocado, garlic, and lemon juice. served with sesame crispsfirm tofu is marinated with a spicy, umami rich combination of chili, soy sauce, sesame, and green onionscarrot-ginger dressing sets apart our house salad featuring mesclun greens, cucumber, mighty vine cherry tomatoes, spiralized daikon and fresh cracked pepperrefreshing and flavorful wakame seaweed salad dressed in jalapeno soy and topped with cucumber, lotus root, sesame seed, and green onionbroccolini is blanched before getting a quick char in our coal-fired oven. served chilled and tossed in a savory goma-ae dressing made of roasted sesame seeds, sesame oil, garlic, and other spicessoba noodles are tossed in a savory, nutty goma-ae sauce before being finished with garlic chili vinaigrette, green onion, and toasted sesame seeds
Beverages
Kitty Cup (kappu-san)doi shuzo, tokubetsu junmai18
Advisory
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. All items are subject to availability. Please advise the restaurant of any dietary restrictions and allergies when dining in or placing a carry out order.
GF = menu item can be made gluten-free. please inform your server of any dietary restrictions or food allergies. As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.
