Cocoro Restaurant
Japanese Restaurant in Chicago
Japanese Cuisine $$
Cocoro is a long-standing Japanese restaurant in River North celebrated for its casual atmosphere and traditional, home-style cuisine rarely found at typical sushi spots. Standout menu items highlighted across posts include Nagasaki champon, udon, sukiyaki, takowasa, and authentic Japanese side dishes.
Commenters highly praise Cocoro for its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and deeply authentic Japanese food. Many diners share nostalgic memories of eating here and express special excitement over finding authentic regional specialties like Nagasaki champon in the US.
- Order the Nagasaki champon for a rare regional noodle specialty
- Try traditional comfort dishes like sukiyaki and udon
- Sample authentic Japanese appetizers like takowasa
- Ideal spot for a relaxed and casual dinner in River North
Summaries are created based on reviews, notes, and social media posts.
Monday11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 10 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 10 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 10 PM
Thursday11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 10 PM
Friday11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 10 PM
Saturday5:30 PM – 10:00 PM
SundayClosed
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