Japonais (Chicago, IL)

Japonais is widely popular with locals, foodies, and celebrities alike. It also boasts a lower level lounge area with elegant seating which opens onto the Chicago River. Its a great place to have cocktails before dinner or just to hob-nob with the tres chic.

The outdoor seating area of the lounge
Braised Wagyu beef with pickled radishes on steamed buns
Spicy Mono Roll: Spicy octopus roll topped with tuna tartare and sweet unagi sauce
Braised Short Ribs: served with sweet potato puree, poached pear and au jus
Coffee and Doughnuts: Green tea semi-freddo with warm chocolate and hazelnut filled beignets