Contemporary

Sushi -Ramen- Sake

Blowfish is a purveyor of fine Japanese dining from the Executive Chefs Puje and Tuvshin Sukh.

Blowfish Contemporary Sushi, established in 2015, first opened its doors to the Edgewater and Andersonville neighborhoods, bringing a fresh and innovative take on Japanese cuisine. Founded by renowned sushi chefs Puje and Tuvshin Sukh, Blowfish blends modern and traditional techniques to craft an unforgettable dining experience—one that keeps guests coming back time and time again.

At Blowfish, the Sukh brothers remain dedicated to a chef-driven philosophy, focusing on precision, artistry, and deeply personal service. Now, we’re excited to bring that same passion and excellence to our newest location in Northfield and Northbrook neighborhood. Expect the same commitment to exceptional cuisine and warm hospitality.

Chicago Location

1130 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, Il

phone

(773)-654-3369

Hours

Mon-Thurs 4-10pm
Fri 4–11pm
Sat 12–11pm
Sun- 12-10pm

Northfield Location— Coming Soon!

310 Happ RD, Northfield, IL

Signature Cocktails

Yuzu Highball

(Toki Japanese Whiskey, yuzu, sparkling water, lemon)

Tokyo Mule

(Haku Japanese vodka, Yuzu, Ginger beer)

Lychee-tini

(Ozeki Sake, Roku Japanese Gin, Lychee juice topped with lychee)

Fugu Old Fashioned

(Toki Japanese whisky, Knob Greek Bourbon, Okinawa sugar, orange bitter)

Green Geisha

(Bacardi Rum, Midori Japanese melon liqueur, Lemon juice, Lemon wheel)

Matcha Margarita

(Tequila, Matcha, Lime juice)

Cold Sake

Hakushika Goya

Junmai Daiginjo. 300ml

Ozeki Taru

Taruzake 300ml.

Ozeki Platinum

Junmai Daijinjo 300ml

Harada

Junmai Daijinjo 300ml

Hakutsuru Shoune

Junmai Daijinjo. 300ml

Poochi-Poochi

Sparkling Sake 300ml

Nigori Sayuri

Cloudy Sake 300ml

Nigori Stawberry

Cloudy Sake 300ml

Nigori Pineapple

Cloudy Sake 300ml

Tenbu

Junmai 300ml

Hakushika Hanakohaku

Junmai Daijinjo 300ml

Karatanba

Honjozo 300ml

Hakutsuro Superior

Junmai Ginjo 300ml

Hot Sake

$5 / $8

Ozeki Sake “Junmai”

Small/ Large

$5 / $8

White Wine

Pratsch Organic

(Gruner Veltiliner, Austria 1000ml)

Sea Pearl

(Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand)

Laroque Chardonay

Red Wine

De Loach

Pinot Noir, California.

Mon Frère

Cabernet Sauvignon, California.

Sparkling Wine

Zonin Prosecco

Italy, 775ml/bottle

Jean Louie Sparkling Rose

La Luca Procesco

Beer

Sapporo 12oz (lager) 5% abv

Asahi Super Dry Cold Draft 16oz

imported Japanese lager run through our hoshizaki blast chiller and served ice cold in frosted mug.

Voodoo Ranger 12oz (Belgium IPA) 7% abv

White Claw 12oz (Hard Seltzer) 5% abv

Salad & Soup

Seaweed Salad

Cucumber Salad

Creamy Crab Salad

Seasoned Calamari Salad

White Miso Soup

Beverages

Soft Drink

coke, diet coke, sprite

Sparkling Water

Iced Tea

Hot Green Tea

Appetizers

Edamame

steamed soybeans topped with sea salt and togarashi

Crispy BBQ Spicy Tuna

bbq spicy tuna on crispy rice topped with sweet potato crunch and special sauces

Stuffed Salmon

sushi scallops dynamite wrapped in lightly seared salmon topped with green tea mayo, lime juice, and sweet soy sauce

Tiger Shrimp Tempura

red cabbage slaw, caramelized walnuts, honey aioli topped with scallions and toasted sesame seed

Hamachi Jalapeno

lightly seared thinly sliced yellowtail with chef’s signature jalapeño sauce

Snowball

lightly seared super white tuna topped with grape seed oil, green tea mayo, scallions and sweet soy sauce

Chips & Fish

freshly made guacamole, ponzu sauce, lime zest, with chips choice of: fresh tuna, fresh salmon, yellowtail

Calamari

tempura calamari tossed with sea salt, togarashi and spicy mayo

Pork Buns

Holland pork belly with sunomono salad‏ in steamed buns

Seared Wagyu Beef

thinly sliced Japanese Wagyu with chef signature jalapeño sauce

Kara-age Chicken

Soy marinated deep fried chicken with sweet chili sauce on pineapple salad

Stuffed Avo

spicy tuna on deep fried avocado topped with sweet potato crunch and special sauces

Gyoza

pan-fried beef dumplings topped with sweet & sour sauce, and scallions

Shumai

steamed dumplings topped with sweet & sour sauce, and scallions choice of: shrimp, edamame

Shishito Peppers

sweet peppers topped with sesame seeds, teriyaki sauce, and toasted bonito flakes.

Signature Ramen

Black Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen

The original‏ silky “Tonkotsu” (pork) soup noodle topped with Holland pork chashu, kikurage mushrooms, nitamago, scallions, corn, spinach, roasted seaweed, sesame and black garlic oil.

Classic Ramen

The original silky “Tonkotsu” (pork) soup noodle topped with Holland pork chashu, kikurage mushrooms, nitamago, scallions, spinach, corn and sesame oil.

Spicy Roasted Garlic Miso Ramen

The original Miso (soybean paste) soup noodle topped with Holland pork chashu, kikurage mushrooms, nitamago, scallions, spinach, corn, chili pepper, sesame oil, garlic chips, and roasted garlic.

Tofu Shoyu Ramen (Vegetarian)

Soy sauce and vegetable based soup noodle, topped with roasted seaweed, scallions, fried tofu, corn, spinach, cabbage, and kikurage mushrooms

Beef Brisket Ramen ( spicy)

The original Miso (soybean paste) soup noodle topped with soy marinated beef brisket, kikurage mushrooms, nitamago, scallions, spinach, corn, chili pepper, sesame oil, garlic chips, and shallots.

Signature Poke Bowl

Flaming Tuna Bowl

Ahi tuna, white tuna, spicy tuna, edamame, avocado, scallions, jalapeno sauce, shitake, mango, pickled cucumber, sesame seeds topped with creamy yuzu mayo, spicy sauce, wasabi ponzu, and wasabi tobiko

Salmon Sunrise Bowl

Fresh salmon, smoked salmon, edamame, avocado, scallions, shitake, mango, pickled cucumber, sesame seeds topped with shallots, creamy yuzu mayo, sweet soy sauce, wasabi ponzu, shallots, and tobiko

Dynamite Bowl

Shrimp tempura, snow crab mix, squid salad, edamame, avocado, scallions, shitake, mango, pickled cucumber, sesame seeds topped with creamy yuzu mayo, sweet soy sauce, beet crunch, and tobiko

Veggie Delight Bowl

Fried tofu, asparagus tempura, edamame, avocado, scallions, shitake, mango, pickled cucumber, seaweed salad, raisin, sesame seeds topped with sweet soy sauce, wasabi ponzu, green tea mayo, and beet crunch

Nigiri and Sashimi

1pc nigiri/ 2pcs sashimi‏

$4.5 / $8

MAGURO

[yellowfin tuna]

$4.5 / $8

$3.5 / $6

BONITO

[escolar]

$3.5 / $6

$4 / $7

HAMACHI

[yellowtail]

$4 / $7

$3.5 / $6

NAMASAKE

[scottish salmon]

$3.5 / $6

$3.5 / $7

SAKE

[ smoked salmon]

$3.5 / $7

$4 / $7

IKURA

[salmon roe]

$4 / $7

HOTATE

[scallop]

$4 / $7

$3.5 / $6

UNAGI

[eel]

$3.5 / $6

$3 / $5

SHIMA SABA

[marinated mackerel]

$3 / $5

$3.5 / $6

TOBIKO

[flying fish‏ roe]

$3.5 / $6

$3.5 / $5

EBI

[shrimp]

$3.5 / $5

$4.5 / $8

BOTAN EBI

[sweet shrimp]‏

$4.5 / $8

$3.5 / $6

TAKO

[octopus]

$3.5 / $6

$3 / $6

TAMAGO

[seasoned egg]

$3 / $6

$7 / $13

TORO

[blufin belly]

$7 / $13

Sushi Bar Combinations

Sushi Combo

Chef’s selection of 4 pieces of Nigiri with California Roll

Sushi Deluxe

Chef’s selection of 6 pieces of Nigiri with Spicy Tuna Roll

Sashimi Deluxe

Chef’s selection of 12 pieces of Sashimi

Makimono

California, Spicy Tuna, and Shrimp Tempura Roll

Spicymono

Spicy Tuna, Spicy Salmon, and Spicy Shrimp Roll

Signature Rolls‏

$15.5

Fuji

spicy tuna, fresh salmon, white tuna, cucumber topped with signature jalapeño sauce

$15.5

$16

Tsunami

fresh tuna, hamachi, salmon, white tuna, eel, shrimp, octopus, cucumber, avocado topped with tobiko

$16

$15

Crunchy Dynamite

deep fried shrimp tempura roll, crab mix, cream cheese, avocado, cucumber, red tobiko, sweet soy sauce, and ponzu sauce

$15

$15.5

Aloha

tuna, yellowtail, salmon, crab, cilantro, jalapeño, avocado wrapped in cucumber topped with ponzu sauce

$15.5

Solar

soy paper, asparagus tempura, spicy tuna, steam shrimp, avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, spicy citrus mayo, and black tobiko

$15.5

$15

Smokey Eye

shrimp tempura, cream cheese, avocado topped with black tobiko and lightly seared smoked salmon, spicy mayo, sweet soy sauce

$15

$16.5

Tuna Lobster

spicy tuna, lobster mix, avocado, cucumber, mango topped with wasabi mayo and lime zest

$16.5

$16

Fugu

soy paper, fresh water eel, soft shell crab, avocado, cucumber topped with beet crunch, spicy citrus mayo and sweet soy sauce

$16

$15.5

Creamy Scallop

steamed shrimp, oven cooked scallop dynamite, avocado, cucumber topped with spicy mayo, chili sauce, and ponzu sauce

$15.5

$14

Firecracker

deep fried spicy tuna, cream cheese, avocado topped with spicy mayo, chilli and sweet soy sauce

$14

$15.5

Pressed Sushi

spicy tuna, snow crab mix, wasabi and red tobiko, avocado topped with spicy citrus mayo, and sweet soy sauce

$15.5

Sakura

crab mix, jalapeno, avocado topped with seared super white tuna, white truffle oil, wasabi mayo, sweet soy sauce, and green onions

$15.5

Moonrise

soy paper, crab mix, fresh salmon, avocado, cucumber, cream cheese topped with wasabi mayo, and lime juice

$15.5

Flaming Hamachi

spicy tuna, cucumber, fresh yellowtail topped with signature jalapeño sauce.

$15.5

$16

Seared Wagyu

shitake, avocado, cucumber, tempura asparagus, topped with seared Japanese Wagyu beef, and jalapeño sauce

$16

Classic Rolls

$6.5

California

crab, avocado,‏ cucumber

$6.5

$7.5

Philadelphia

smoked salmon, avocado, cream cheese

$7.5

$8.5

Tuna & Avo

fresh tuna, avocado

$8.5

Salmon & Avo

fresh salmon, avocado

Shrimp Tempura

avocado, cucumber, lettuce, and sweet soy sauce and citrus mayo

$9.5

Spider

soft shell crab, avocado, cucumber, and sweet soy sauce and citrus mayo

$9.5

$8.5

Spicy Tuna

tuna, cucumber, spicy sauce

$8.5

Spicy Tuna Crunch

tuna, cucumber, spicy sauce

$8.5

Spicy Salmon

salmon, avocado, cucumber, spicy sauce

$8.5

$7.5

Spicy Shrimp

steamed shrimp, avocado, cucumber, spicy sauces

$7.5

Spicy Yellowtail

yellowtail, avocado,‏ cucumber, jalapeno, cilantro, spicy citrus sauces

$8.5

Unagi & Cucumber

bbq eel, cucumber, sweet soy sauce

$8.5

$14

Dragon

shrimp tempura, bbq eel, avocado, cucumber

$14

$14.5

Fire Dragon

spicy tuna, bbq eel, avocado, cucumber

$14.5

$14

Red Dragon

shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, cucumber, sweet soy sauce

$14

$14.5

Caterpillar

bbq eel, cucumber, avocado, sweet soy sauce

$14.5

Rainbow

crab, tuna, salmon, shrimp, escolar, avocado, cucumber

$14.5

Vegetarian Rolls

Avocado

avocado, nori, seasoned rice

Cucumber

cucumber, nori, seasoned rice

$9.5

Sweet Potato

avocado, cream cheese topped with beet crunch, wasabi mayo, sweet soy sauce

$9.5

Shitake

soy marinated shitake, nori, seasoned rice

$9.5

Veggie Paradise

soy paper, avocado, cucumber, shitake, kampyo, asparagus tempura topped with citrus mayo, sweet soy sauce

$9.5

Super Vegetarian

avocado, cucumber, shitake, asparagus, kampyo topped with wasabi mayo, and chili sauce

$9.5

Dessert

Green tea ice cream

Mochi ice cream

mango/strawberry/chocolate/red bean

$4 corkage fee per person for BYOB.

20% gratuity will be applied to party of 6 or more.

3% surcharge on credit card transactions.