Ema - Glenview

Ema - Glenview reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   maya

   Chicago2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a reservation and were told when we arrived (on time) that our table was being cleaned. We were seated nearly 20 minutes later. That was the longest table cleaning I ever experienced. If we arrived 20 minutes late, our reservation would’ve been cancelled. It is NOT ok to overbook and make guests wait that long. The menu was limited, the food was ok. 3% optional charge took a while to get removed. The charge is just annoying & it is a matter of principle for me not to pay it. I couldn’t just remove it myself, they had to get manager involved. Simply unnecessary. Will not be going there again.
   

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   Marsha

   Chicago8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server, Sophia, explained or suggested starting with appetizer, next a vegetable & she was so cute making sure we added a protein. Her charm enhanced our experience. We loved everything we ordered— the hummus appetizer spread, charred brussel sprouts and the charred chicken kabob was moist. The dessert wonderful & she brought us birthday surprise. Loved the ambiance of the place, as well.
   

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   Jean VIP

   Chicago6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Beautiful setting! Feels like you are on vacation!
   

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   Tony

   Chicago2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Cool setting inside! Great food. Will definitely be a frequent flyer there!
   

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   Gina VIP

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Enjoyed delicious hummus, Greek salad and grilled chicken! Service was amazing!!!!
   

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   Michele VIP

   Chicago20 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 2

   The food and the service is excellent but the noise on a busy Saturday night really ruined the experience. Sitting at a round table I could barely hear the person next to me. Wondering if there is a quieter area of the restaurant
   

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   francis VIP

   Chicago17 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely love Ema. Great food and terrific service. Always love coming here. Truly great experience. Enjoy!
   

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   Sanjay VIP

   Chicago44 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   First time to Ema Glenview and the dinner was great. The energy and the vibe was awesome. Our server was very considerate. Food was delicious, especially the charred eggplant spread. Everything is pricey here but overall a good experience. Complimentary frozen yogurt for birthday celebration was a nice gesture but was too tart for my taste.
   

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   Bonnie VIP

   Chicago29 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was very good however restaurant very noisy. Drinks quite expensive.
   

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    S R VIP

    Chicago51 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Food was delicious. Service was a bit slow. Felt perhaps like a new crew on their first weekend night.
    

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