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Roka Akor — Steakhouses in Chicago

Roka Akor

Steak houseChicago, IL

4.6 out of 5 stars4.6(2,232 reviews)

Quick info

+1 312-477-7652
456 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States
$70–80 · Reported by 28 people

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About Roka Akor

On N Clark St in Chicago, Roka Akor serves Japanese steak, seafood and sushi in a menu spanning around 50 dishes. Alongside the Toro Tartare, the kitchen offers a Korean spiced lamb dish, giving the robata and grill lineup a range beyond standard steakhouse fare. An omakase tasting menu runs for those wanting a set progression, while crispy rice topped with tuna or spicy salmon and chicken yakitori skewers cover lighter orders. Edamame comes in a spicy version, and matcha cheesecake closes the menu. Reservations are recommended, and a wait is common even with a booking. A private dining room accommodates groups, and outdoor seating is available for those who prefer to eat outside. The entrance is step-free for visitors with mobility needs, and high chairs are on hand for families with young children. Valet parking serves diners arriving by car, and both takeaway and delivery let guests eat off site. The restaurant opens daily in the evenings only.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Paid multi-storey car park · Paid street parking · Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Accessibility
    Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Good for kids
    High chairs available
  • Dietary
    Serves vegetarian dishes

Menu & Prices

50 dishes · mains $6–52
  • Prime Beef Tataki$24.00
  • Butterfish Tataki$18.00
  • Tuna Tataki$20.00
  • Yellowtail Sashimi$24.00
  • Toro Tartare$24.00
  • Filet Tartare With Truffle Aioli$26.00
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Reviews

4.6/5
2,232 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention sushi and sashimi, skirt steak, edamame and matcha cheesecake.

5★
1,719
4★
322
3★
103
2★
43
1★
45

Customer Review Summary

Sushi and sashimi draw the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly calling the rolls fresh and the salmon and hamachi buttery, though one diner found the Toro Tartare difficult to chew and another described a sushi roll batch messily presented and slow to arrive. Close behind, the steaks earn frequent mention, especially the wagyu sirloin cooked properly rare and the skirt steak several call the best they've had. Desserts also come up often, with the chocolate lava cake and matcha cheesecake singled out as standouts, alongside cocktails like the Paper Plane and espresso martini. Recurring service hiccups appear proportionally: one party got sushi rolls with unlisted cucumber that staff promptly remade, another found the mushroom risotto tasted like soap, and one reviewer says a birthday's ice cream arrived labeled "Happy Anniversary" before staff corrected it and added an extra scoop. A separate reviewer describes being seated in a warmer back room they felt was segregated by race, while another says a manager offered no acknowledgment after being told about a birthday despite others receiving celebratory plaques.

Featured reviews

  • rice boi
    “Great food and service! Our server, Aaron, was helpful and energetic, showing his passion for what he does. The miso cod was amazing. I ordered the 12-oz ribeye medium rare, but it unfortunately came out closer to a medium well. However, it was still tender and delicious, especially with the sauce it came with.”
  • Curtis Park
    “Roka is fire. I appreciate the staffs and managers kindness to me even though I have autism and their food is amazing and really good. Manager is nice. They cook the food fresh and ready to eat and they maintain the restaurant clean. Amazing Japanese food Must come back. 10/10”
  • Pako Y
    “The food was VERY good!!! It is not too overpriced and fairly priced for the food you’re getting. The food is very tasty and flavorful, and the inside is beautiful. I wish I could give a 6 star though :(”
  • Kevin
    “I’ve been all over Chicagoland’s restaurants, high and low end. When it comes to restaurants, I am a sucker for experience and ambiance as much as I am a sucker for delicious food. At Roka Akor, you get both. Dishes we got: -Spicy Edamame -Crispy Rice Tuna -Salmon Avocado Roll -Dynamite Roll -King Salmon Sashimi -6oz Wagyu Sirloin w/ Bone Marrow -Matcha Cheesecake -Seasonal Sorbet My absolute favorite was the sirloin- absolutely perfect… I always ask for rare when I get wagyu, and Roka was the first establishment to TRULY honor that request. Steak was rare, soft, and packed with natural flavor profiles that were perfectly complimented by the bone marrow. My girlfriend kept yelling at me to stop making faces, but it really was that flavorful. 10/10 experience, then and now. Definitely my first recommendation for delicious food and an upscale/nicer atmosphere.”
  • Jennifer Cisneros
    “I just don’t understand why we were seated in the back room that’s was considerably warmer than the rest of the restaurant. We also noticed everyone sitting in that room was all people of color?? And the main dining room was empty except for a few tables but only white people. The steaks were good but the sushi was poorly rolled and presented messily and took longer than the steaks to come out. I will say the edamame and zucchini was really good. The oakbrook location is better than the Chicago one.”

Hours

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Highlights

“Upscale Japanese restaurant & bar supplying steak, seafood & sushi in a contemporary setting.”

  • Has great beer selection
  • Serves great cocktails
  • Has great tea selection
  • Has great wine list
  • Popular for popular for lunch
  • Popular for popular for dinner

Amenities

  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Paid street parking
  • Accepts reservations
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
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  • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Has bar on site
  • Offers kerbside pickup
  • On-site services available
  • Serves beer
  • Serves coffee
Offerings· 11
  • Serves alcohol
  • Serves cocktails
  • Serves comfort food
  • Serves happy-hour drinks
  • Serves happy-hour food
  • Serves healthy options
  • Serves late-night food
  • Has private dining room
  • Serves small plates
  • Serves spirits
  • Serves wine
Facilities· 1
  • Has toilet
Crowd· 2
  • Good for groups
  • Popular with tourists
Dining options· 7
  • Serves lunch
  • Serves dinner
  • Has catering
  • Has counter service
  • Serves dessert
  • Has seating
  • Has table service
Popular for· 3
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Good for solo dining
Family-friendly· 1
  • High chairs available
Planning· 3
  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Usually has a wait
Highlights· 4
  • Has great beer selection
  • Serves great cocktails
  • Has great tea selection
  • Has great wine list
Atmosphere· 4
  • Cosy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket
Accessibility· 2
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking· 3
  • Paid multi-storey car park
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Valet parking

Location

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