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Ema

4.5

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Craving for delicious Mediterranean eats? Restaurant Ema seeks to satiate every Chicago Mediterranean food fanatic with their artistic preparations. Introducing Chef CJ Jacobson's Californian culinary techniques to Chicago, Ema doles out delicious Mediterranean small plates that include all time classics like spicy hummus, falafels and Lamb Kefta Kebabs. Start off with their spread sampler and continue with dishes like the grilled octopus. Sink in your teeth in the Honey Pie, which marks a perfect sweet end to your dining ex... read more

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74 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Tue11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Wed11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Thu11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Fri11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Sat11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Sun11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Elsa Kydes 
7 years ago

Food, prices and service were amazing! 1st time at Ema but def not the last...until we "eat" again! 

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Karen Kaye 
7 years ago
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Cindy Betker Wilson 
7 years ago

We had the roasted eggplant hummus. Really good and the bread the serve with it is the best. Feta and olives and roasted beets. The chicken kabobs are super moist and flavorful. The scallops were cooked just right. You have to try the honey pie with grilled grapes. I had not had grilled grapes before and I am now a big fan. Met C J the owner and chef. Just a great guy. Will go back for sure. 

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Mary Steinberg 
7 years ago

My husband and I went for a light lunch and loved what we had. Both had squash soup and split a ground chicken kabob. Incredible taste and terrific service. Looking forward to a return visit to try out so many other items. 

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Erica L. Goldberg 
7 years ago

Outstanding dinner and service at Ema on Friday night!!! Food was so delicious and well presented. The service is stellar and even as a single diner, I was so well taken care of...much appreciated!!! I can't wait to come back to Chicago and go again!!! 

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Nicole Sirianni 
7 years ago
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Kristi Booth 
7 years ago

Beautiful atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious food! Made for a wonderful evening with my friends and colleagues! 

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Lawrence Eckerling 
7 years ago
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Jen Belden 
7 years ago

Five stars for food, ambiance, drinks, and service!! Fantastic wine list and cocktails. We shared 7 or 8 small plates for the 4 of us and it was more than enough food. Everything was excellent...my favorites were the hummus lamb ragu, scallops, and king salmon. This is a must try while in Chicago! 

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How is Ema rated?

Ema has a 4.5 star rating with 4,201 reviews. 

When is Ema open?

Ema is closed now. It will open at 11:30 a.m. 

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