
Ema - River North
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- Charming
- Good for special occasions
- Vegetarian-friendly
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesMediterranean, Californian
- Hours of OperationLunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
- Phone number(312) 527-5586
- 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.
- AreaRiver 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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 4,605 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.7Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
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Chicago / Illinois
Mediterranean
Chicago
Mediterranean
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Laura
Chicago8 reviews
3.0Dined 1 day ago
- Overall 3
- Food 5
- Service 2
- Ambience 4
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Rebeca
Houston22 reviews
5.0Dined 5 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh5 reviews
5.0Dined 5 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Mathew
St. Louis18 reviews
5.0Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
4.0Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Elizabeth VIP
Chicago6 reviews
5.0Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Janice
Chicago12 reviews
4.0Dined on 6 March 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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ginam
Chicago4 reviews
5.0Dined on 6 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
5.0Dined on 5 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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chigirlfoodie VIP
Chicago12 reviews
5.0Dined on 2 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Ema - River North offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 527-5586.
Ema - River North is rated 4.7 stars by 4605 OpenTable diners.
Ema - River North 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
- AreaRiver North (Chicago)
- Hours of OperationLunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
- 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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- 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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