arami (#39)

our initial intent was to get sushi at geisha sushi bar in wicker park, however, we quickly moved to plan 'b' when it appeared as though they were closed. not for the day, for good. apparently the yelpers weren't keeping tabs on this place the way they thought.

we didn't mind though. it was 70 degrees in march, so we had ourselves a nice 20 minute walk to chicago and wolcott for arami.

how it sizes up: 4.5

atmosphere: lots of light. the tables in the back are situated with lots of windows and skylights which made for an even greater experience.

showstopper: hamachi maguro ebi. this was pretty much where we were sold on the fact that we'll be making a VERY quick return trip.

would we go again?: we could have done it all over again the very next day. devin actually said, "this might be top three, ever. if not the top." that should say it all.

wasabi (#38)

we're baaaack! devin and i had our sushi reunion at wasabi after many months sans sushi dates.

how it sizes up: 3

atmosphere: sleek, clean lines and intimate. it was pretty darn dark in there, but it was nice. our server was slightly questionable, but the rest of the staff was great.

showstopper: artmex. though the scallop starter was TO DIE FOR.

would we go again?: sure, but it's probably not the first repeat on our list. also, byo.