Chizakaya

Category: Cafés

By Melding the concept of a Japanese pub with its Chicago locale, Chizakaya introduces and expands upon the izakaya trend by harmonizing Japanese cuisine with contemporary philosophies and techniques, including the importance of using local, seasonal and sustainable resources.

Chizakaya is the brainchild of chef/owner Harold Jurado. Chef Harold, a Chicago native, has cooked in such renowned restaurants as Sunda, Charlie Trotter’s (Chicago and Las Vegas) and Japonais (Chicago, New York and Las Vegas). He places the significance of local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients above all else in the kitchen. The source of inspiration is seasonal ingredients from local farms and co-ops, as well as free-range livestock and responsibly sourced fish. Chef Harold aims to showcase these products to their fullest in their intelligent and informed approach to cuisine.