Forget the other trendy sushi places in the loop. Come to Sushi Loop, a restaurant that’s all about the food, not about the glitz and glamour. Located, strangely enough, in the heart of Greektown, this unassuming sushi house serves your favorites in a pleasing, casual environment.
Step inside and you won’t necessarily be impressed by the decor. But you’ll be seated quickly by a friendly waitress, and before you even have a chance to look at the menu, the waitress will bring you a couple of hot, soothing towels to wipe your hands. Once you get settled, you’ll notice the restaurant’s calming vibe, where patrons have intimate conversations in lowered voices. Like other sushi places, you’ll hear the steady beat of electronic music being piped throughout the place, giving it the modern edge its competitors are known for.
Start with a hot green tea and a cup of miso soup and the warmth will travel from your head to your toes. But beware: if you’re a fan of miso with big chunks of tofu and seaweed, Sushi Loop can’t help you there. All you’ll get is a cup of hot, steaming miso broth, which is still quite delicious.
It’s always a good idea to start any meal with an appetizer. The only problem is picking one from their extensive list. For that matter, choosing your entrée will be hard, as Sushi Loop boasts a large selection by any sushi fanatic’s standards. If you want to take the easy route, choose a variety of delectable maki rolls. On their menu you’ll find uncommon creations like Kanpyo, a combination of marinated gourd and sesame seed. For the daring, they have Loopy, which they describe as whole deep fried tuna and jalapeno. Of course, you’ll find more conservative choices like California and Avocado. On this particular visit I tried the Negi White Tuna and was pleasantly surprised.
But by all means, don’t skip out on the main course menu if that’s your thing. You’ll find awesome dishes like the Korean Barbecue, a rib eye seasoned in Korean marinade served with a side of potatoes and vegetables, and favorites like Terayaki and Tempura dishes.
Rice and noodle dishes round out this awesome menu, which has a little something for everyone, whether or not you’re into raw fish. And before you head out the door, try the red bean mochi, a delicious ball of sugary dough filled with creamy red bean ice cream (it’s a lot better than it sounds!)
Try Sushi Loop next time you’re in Greektown and have a taste for something that isn’t…Greek. I highly recommend it.
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