
Ema
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesMediterranean, Californian
- Hours of operationLunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Phone number(312) 527-5586
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefCJ Jacobson
- CateringEnjoy Ema Catering for your next event at home, in the office, or for your next celebration! Contact emaparties@leye.com for more information.
- Private party facilitiesThe open and inviting dining room features reclaimed wood, rustic white brick and an indoor ivy terrace with operable windows. The dining room accommodates groups up to 150 guests and may be custom configured for your next family-style dinner, business lunch or cocktail reception event.
- NeighborhoodRiver North (Chicago)
- Cross streetClark & Illinois
- Parking detailsValet parking is located just east of Ema on Illinois Street at the Hyatt Place/Fairfield Inn valet. Valet costs $25 for 3 hours, no validation needed. Regular rates apply after 3 hours.
- Public transitRed Line Stop at Grand / Blue Line Stop at Clark
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 4,130 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.7Food
- 4.5Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
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Mediterranean
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Safety precautions
Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
FAQs
You can order delivery directly from Ema using the Order Online button. Ema also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 527-5586.
Ema is rated 4.7 stars by 4130 OpenTable diners.
Ema does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Order delivery or takeout
74 West Illinois Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Additional information
- Cross streetClark & Illinois
- NeighborhoodRiver North (Chicago)
- Hours of operationLunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesMediterranean, Californian
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsValet parking is located just east of Ema on Illinois Street at the Hyatt Place/Fairfield Inn valet. Valet costs $25 for 3 hours, no validation needed. Regular rates apply after 3 hours.
- Public transitRed Line Stop at Grand / Blue Line Stop at Clark
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefCJ Jacobson
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number(312) 527-5586
- CateringEnjoy Ema Catering for your next event at home, in the office, or for your next celebration! Contact emaparties@leye.com for more information.
- Private party facilitiesThe open and inviting dining room features reclaimed wood, rustic white brick and an indoor ivy terrace with operable windows. The dining room accommodates groups up to 150 guests and may be custom configured for your next family-style dinner, business lunch or cocktail reception event.
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