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1. Triple threat
   Blu Coral is a triple threat in my view: great food, great atmosphere, great service. I took some friends there to try sushi for the first time and the waitress explained to them what the different... (sushilove78, 2008-08-17)
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2. Better Than The Rest
   I've lived in Chicago for years now and have tried out sushi almost everywhere around my area. I liked Sushi Wabi and Tank, but then a friend suggested that I try out Blu Coral. So both of us went... (makicrave, 2008-08-17)
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3. pricey sushi;nice ambience
   I was expecting to be blown away after reading all the reviews. However, our experience is just mediocre. The portions are less compared to the other sushi restaurants we visited. And I think it... (pink75, 2008-08-01)
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4. Good service, decent sushi.
   Went for my 21st birthday; great decor, super friendly service. I thought the sushi was creative and pretty good, but not worth how much it cost. Owners were VERY friendly and the restaurant's decor... (emh005, 2008-07-14)
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5. Best Sushi around!
   Unbelieveable sushi! Very creative/different menu! Owners are the sweetest , nicest couple! Very fun atmosphere for a Friday or Saturday... (kisky, 2008-03-06)
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6. nice sushi, even nicer service
   I am more of a traditionalist when it comes to sushi, so Blu Coral is a bit too "fusiony" for my taste. But I was impressed with the quality of the fish and the imaginativeness of the menu items.... (jenjordan75, 2008-02-02)
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7. Fantastic Food, So So Service.
   If i need to this place up with one sentence, it would be: "Fantastic Sushi, So so service." The food have distinctive taste to them that makes you remember this place from hundreds of other sushi... (lifanus, 2008-01-12)
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8. Lovin it!
   Took my wife for her birthday dinner, she loved it so much that when my boss came in town 3 days later, she suggested we go again (I had no choice if you get my drift). He loved it as... (jonmcginty, 2008-01-11)
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9. The food was so good the 3 times we went there, sauces were amazing. But the hostess and waitress were terrible. It was pre (Ann B., 12/08/2007)
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10. and a half. It's solid. Cool ambiance, affordable drinks, and solid sushi. I probably would give it four stars if I asked (Amy D., 11/25/2007)
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Message From BLU Coral Contemporary Sushi

"The Best Sushi in Chicago, 2007" by Citysearch Editors $5 Martini Mondays Half Price Wine Wednesdays Maki Trio Tuesdays for $22

Blu Coral Chicago, the Winner of "Editorial Best Sushi in Chicago, 2007" by Citysearch, is located in the heart of Wicker Park, less than 3 miles from downtown Chicago. As our name indicates, Blu Coral serves "Contemporary Sushi." It evolved from traditional Japanese into creative fusion style as our signature makis represent. Delicious fresh steak and chicken dishes are available for non-sushi lovers. We also serve traditional sashimi, which is slice of raw fish, and Nigiri Sushi, which is a small pinch of seasoned rice topped with slice of raw or semi cooked fish and pinch of Wasabi in between. Blu Coral Lounge serves unique specialty martinis and Sake. Try our famous Aloe Martini which was featured in the Sun Times. Blu Coral also offers formal full course dinners, birthday parties with champagne toast, private parties, gift cards, and catering is available as well. View Website View Menu Choices Editorial Review for BLU Coral Contemporary Sushi

Contemporary sushi lounge Blu Coral brings it all - yin, yang, and yum to Wicker Park. The Scene There's a certain balance to sushi-meister Andy Park's (Starfish, Sushi Ai) spot near the corner of Milwaukee and Ashland. A sense of deliberate serenity wafts from the spacious foyer through the luxe lounge and industrial dining room with open kitchen. Sweet tea lights enhance ultra dim lighting, while gorgeous Thai silk drapes and an oceanic palette soften acid jazz sounds and stainless steel fixtures. The crowd is attractive, but most come to eat, not just for the scene. The Food An extensive menu tries to cover all the bases and mostly succeeds. Blue Point oysters are briny and delicious, served with spicy ponzu sauce. Cravings notwithstanding, the myriad maki could be bypassed in favor of entrees, which come with miso soup, gingery house salad and steamed rice. Chopstick-tender braised short ribs sing of sake and ginseng, while tende

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Parking Unlimited free parking is available at West Town Plaza (Jewel) - directly behind the restaurant. Save Money Half-size entrees are half the cost of full-size orders and still come with all the extras. Where To Sit Dining room full? Don't wait. Snag a seat in the lounge and order from the full menu. What To Drink Specialty martinis (Aloe is a great palate cleanser), sakes, and a decent selection of wines by the glass and bottle.

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Restaurant Description: Blu Coral Contemporary Sushi and Lounge is the perfect place for diners seeking fresh sushi and Japanese grilled fare at a decent price.
Price: $30 and under
Primary Food Type: Sushi
Neighborhood Name: CHI - Bucktown/Wicker Park

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