Izakaya Shinya

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2255 W North Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

Izakaya Shinya is an inviting izakaya-style Japanese restaurant located in Wicker Park, Chicago. They offer an authentic culinary experience, specializing in Yakitori, the soul of Japanese grilling, with a variety of tender chicken, seafood, and grilled veggies.

With a focus on locally sourced ingredients and flavors imported from Japan, Izakaya Shinya provides a range of premium sake, whiskies, and handcrafted cocktails to complement their delicious menu. Their attentive team ensures an exceptional dining experience, making them the ultimate destination for Yakitori enthusiasts in Chicago.

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4.0178 reviews
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Jiahao G.
10/31/2025

One of the best Izakayas in Town! This place absolutely hit us right away - lanterns, parasols and lively vibes. all the skewers were perfectly grilled and full of flavors, especially the beef...

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Sung L.
10/22/2025

This spot has a very cool atmosphere and overall made for a fun experience. The service was great -- friendly and attentive, which definitely added to the vibe. The food was decent, but I did...

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Monsieur F.
9/30/2025

What happened to this place? It used to be so good. Service, food, and drinks all left much to be desired. Something has changed - management or ownership maybe - because this restaurant's...

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Tracy L.
11/4/2025

Such a cool spot. We were fortunate to sit in one of the "booths." It's fun and more private. We ordered a bunch of items to share, but my favorite had to be the grilled shrimp. Everything was...

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Nergal M.
7/2/2025

Izakaya Shinya is one of the few kushi-ya (skewer shop) that I know of in Chicago. The atmosphere is excellent, and going to the outdoor patio feels like a little adventure. The staff is super...

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