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01/30/2026
Boka Restaurant Group’s core is our unwavering commitment that everyone, whether you are a team member or a guest, belongs in our restaurants.
We are proud to be a company of people from all over the world. We stand with our immigrant community, who are the foundation of Boka Restaurant Group and this industry as a whole.
05/13/2025
Last week, we had the joy of partnering with Embarc Chicago to host an unforgettable day at Momotaro.
Students spent the morning rolling maki alongside our chefs, learning to break down whole fish and chicken, and connecting with leaders from and our Momotaro team. We wrapped it all up by sharing a meal — and lots of laughs — together.
Opportunities like these remind us how powerful hands-on learning and community connection can be. We’re proud to support ’s mission to make real-world experiences more accessible for students across our city 💛
Learn more about the incredible work they’re doing by visiting their page!
03/28/2025
Behind every incredible dining experience at Momotaro is a team of powerhouse women leading the way ✨
This Women’s History Month (and always!), we’re celebrating the talent, dedication, and leadership of the amazing women who make Momotaro what it is:
👩🍳 Chef de Cuisine: Alex Hernandez
🍰 Executive Pastry Chef: Jessica Vasquez
🎉 Event Sales Manager: Erin Leary
🍶 General Manager: Merissa White
From the kitchen to the dining room and beyond, these women bring passion, creativity, and excellence to every dish and every moment. Cheers to them and to all the incredible women in hospitality 🥂💖
03/24/2025
Celebrate Easter at Momotaro on Sunday, April 20th from 10:30AM - 2PM🥂
Enjoy a 4-course prix fixe menu and all your favorite brunch beverages! We will also be offering a special kids menu for the day.
Head to our link in bio to grab your reservation.
03/21/2025
At the heart of Momotaro, our bar takes center stage—an ideal setting for a weeknight bite and drink. Designed to evoke vintage brokerage boards, our mounted drink menu adds a special touch to your evening.
12/27/2024
As the celebration of Momotaro’s 10th anniversary culminates this New Year’s Eve, we wanted to highlight some of the unique design features that enhance ’s signature food and your dining experience.
Momotaro’s design centers on the post-World War II era in Japan known as the “economic miracle” where traditional Japanese forms and materials merged with Western architecture styles. During this time, the Japanese “salary man” was a prolific figure in his obsessive tendencies both in his daytime work life as well as his more indulgent evenings in the chaotic back alleys of Japan.
Key design elements exemplify this era and the salary man’s obsessive nature. This includes:
✒️ Bathroom walls enveloped in 991,000 individual blue ink pen strokes done by a collaboration of art students
📈 A mounted drink menu designed to evoke vintage brokerage boards
🧮 Massive two-story pendant lighting inspired by the formal qualities of a Sorabon (a device similar to an abacus)
Take the steps downstairs, a yokocho-style izakaya () resides in the subterranean space layered with retro graphics and the cherry blossom clad Hanagi room.
Fun fact: A 1960’s vintage public payphone from Japan sits alongside the bar. Pick up the phone and you will hear a random selection of audio clips from sources including: 50’s-60’s Japanese classic action movies, TV commercials, pop music, and pink films ☎️
Join us for New Year’s Eve festivities at and . Links in bio to reserve.
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Thank you to our friends at for creating this celebrated space and the eloquent design descriptions.
12/06/2024
Get your holiday shopping done and get a *little* something for yourself! For every $100 spent on gift cards purchased online, receive a $25 bonus e-gift card 🎁
Order at the link in our bio through 12/25 for the special promotion. Gift cards can be redeemed at both Momotaro and The Izakaya.
10/11/2024
🎉🎂 Momotaro is turning 10 this weekend! We invite you to join us to come rediscover your favorite dishes and explore some exciting new offerings as we celebrate a decade of serving Chicago’s vibrant Fulton Market District.
From our stunning remodeled warehouse with high ceilings to our open kitchen, we’ve come a long way since opening our doors on October 13, 2014. Under the talented , we earned accolades like Michelin’s Best Japanese Restaurant in 2018 and 3 stars from the Chicago Tribune by 2022.
Let’s commemorate our past, present, and future together! Reserve your table now for this special evening and experience the excellence of Momotaro.
In case you missed it: thanks to your amazing support, we’re expanding to Nashville! Don’t forget to join our email list for the latest updates. 🥢✨
09/23/2024
You’re invited to celebrate Momotaro’s 10th Anniversary next month with an unforgettable culinary journey through Japan. Guided by , the evening will feature interactive chef stations throughout all three floors of the restaurant, representing the Northern, Central, and Southern regions of Japan. Experiences include:
* Chef Kato’s bluefin tuna breakdown
* Taiyaki bar with soft serve ice cream crafted by Pastry Chef
* collaborative desssert with
* A live-fire robata grill, and more.
Guests will also have the opportunity to taste and discuss Japanese spirits with Whisky Master and during two limited-availability sessions. Throughout the night, the vibrant beats of our resident DJ and the powerful rhythms of live Taiko Japanese drummers will round out this multi-sensory experience.
This exclusive, reception-style event will be held on Sunday, October 13th, from 6 PM to 9 PM at Momotaro (820 W. Lake Street). Tickets can be purchased at the link in our bio.
09/13/2024
Celebrate Momotaro’s 10th Anniversary with an unforgettable culinary journey through Japan! Join us for a multi-sensory dining experience that takes you through the diverse regions of Northern, Central, and Southern Japan—all within three dynamic floors of Momotaro. Guided by , each level offers a unique standing tasting adventure featuring selections from our renowned Robata Grill, a whole Bluefin Tuna breakdown station, and various interactive chef stations.
Elevate your evening with an exclusive Japanese Whisky tasting, available at two time slots. Enjoy four rare spirits and an intimate conversation with Whisky Master Davey Jones —limited seatings available.
To top off the evening, indulge in a special dessert collaboration between of and our own Pastry Chef
Throughout the night, immerse yourself in the vibrant beats of our resident DJ and the powerful rhythms of live Taiko Japanese Drummers.
This exclusive, reception-style tasting event will be held on Sunday, October 13th, from 6 PM to 9 PM at Momotaro (820 W. Lake Street). Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary celebration!
*Please note, this is not a seated dinner experience.
08/29/2024
Kaki-to-Buri: sliced yellowtail served with fuyu persimmon and a fresh citrus ponzu 🍋
08/15/2024
The Chef’s Seasonal Sashimi Selection is always a good choice 🥢 🍣
Address
820 W Lake Street
Chicago, IL
60607
To get to the Japanese restaurant located on W Lake Street in Chicago, you can take the Green or Pink line to Morgan station and then walk east towards the location. Alternatively, you can take bus 20 or 56 and get off at the Lake St & Sangamon St stop. If you decide to drive, there is street parking available on Lake Street, but it may be limited. There are also several paid parking lots nearby that you can use.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Tuesday |
5pm - 10:30pm |
| Wednesday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Thursday |
5pm - 10:30pm |
| Friday |
4:30pm - 1am |
| Saturday |
4:30pm - 12am |
| Sunday |
4:30pm - 10pm |
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What people say
Japanese restaurants are known for their exquisite cuisine, attention to detail, and exceptional service. Momotaro on W Lake Street in Chicago is no exception. This multi-dimensional Japanese restaurant in the West Loop offers a unique dining experience that is sure to impress.
Designed by world-renowned restaurant and experience designers, AvroKO, the main floor of Momotaro features distinct stations for Sushi and a dedicated Robata. Famed Chef Gene Kato leads the Robata and Contemporary sections of the kitchen with Shigero Kitano guiding the sushi station. The tightly executed cuisine is a testament to their philosophy of chef-driven concepts.
The menu at Momotaro is diverse and offers something for everyone. From fresh sashimi to perfectly grilled meats, every dish is expertly prepared and beautifully presented. The sushi rolls are particularly noteworthy, with creative combinations that will tantalize your taste buds.
The service at Momotaro is highly personal, making you feel like a valued guest from the moment you walk through the door. The staff is knowledgeable about the menu and can offer recommendations based on your preferences.
Overall, Momotaro is an exceptional Japanese restaurant that should not be missed when visiting Chicago's West Loop. With its delicious cuisine, beautiful decor, and attentive service, it's no wonder why this restaurant has become a favorite among locals and tourists alike.
