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Ema Ema is a Mediterranean restaurant showcasing Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter California style of cooking.
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Mediterranean & California-inspired restaurant featuring small plates & light style cooking in Chicago's River North and Glenview neighborhoods & at The Domain NORTHSIDE in Austin, TX. At the core of the menu are spreads, dips and mezze, Mediterranean small plates. Signature dishes include Spicy Hummus, House-Made Stracciatella with Vine-Ripened Tomatoes, and Lamb Kefta Kebabs. Ema shares its kitchen with Rotisserie Ema, a quick casual counter. Menu specialties include chef prepared salads, rotiserrie chicken and house-made frozen Greek yogurt.

Holiday hosting season is here ✨ From group dining under the twinkling ivy in   to Mediterranean-inspired catering for  ...
04/11/2026

Holiday hosting season is here ✨ From group dining under the twinkling ivy in to Mediterranean-inspired catering for & larger gatherings, let Ēma help! Learn more and inquire with our dedicated Parties & Special Events teams via link in bio 🍷

Swipe for a scoop of Apple C***r Spiced Donut Frozen Greek Yogurt topped with apple c***r syrup & cinnamon crumble, excl...
30/10/2026

Swipe for a scoop of Apple C***r Spiced Donut Frozen Greek Yogurt topped with apple c***r syrup & cinnamon crumble, exclusively available all Hallo-weekend long at all Ēma locations! 🧡✨

PS. - , trick or treat out of the Carryout Window for $1 Fro-Yo To-Go with olive oil & sea salt ALL DAY today, October 30th - Sunday, November 1st🍦 *Tax applicable, while supplies last.

A seasonal must-have no matter what time you dine: the Pumpkin Hummus with brown butter tahina, pepitas & crispy sage, s...
28/10/2026

A seasonal must-have no matter what time you dine: the Pumpkin Hummus with brown butter tahina, pepitas & crispy sage, served with our warm house bread. ✨

A season must-have no matter what time you dine: the Pumpkin Hummus with brown butter tahina, pepitas & crispy sage, ser...
23/10/2026

A season must-have no matter what time you dine: the Pumpkin Hummus with brown butter tahina, pepitas & crispy sage, served with our warm house bread ✨

Weekend brunch is so close you can taste it ✨ Join Ēma   for exclusive dishes such as Jerusalem Bagel w/ Smoked Salmon ...
23/10/2026

Weekend brunch is so close you can taste it ✨ Join Ēma for exclusive dishes such as Jerusalem Bagel w/ Smoked Salmon Spread, Lamb Shakshuka & Chocolate Babka French Toast every Saturday & Sunday 🍳

Starting off the week with   sounds like a perfect Monday to us ✨ Soak up patio weather with w**e pours, Mediterranean-i...
19/10/2026

Starting off the week with sounds like a perfect Monday to us ✨ Soak up patio weather with w**e pours, Mediterranean-inspired mezze + house-made cocktails - need we say more? View Happy Hour menus via link in bio! 🍷

Thanksgiving with a Mediterranean-inspired twist? Count us in ✨ Orders are now open for the Thanksgiving Dinner For Two ...
13/10/2026

Thanksgiving with a Mediterranean-inspired twist? Count us in ✨ Orders are now open for the Thanksgiving Dinner For Two To-Go including Pumpkin Hummus, Spicy Whipped Feta, C***r & Sumac Brined Roasted Turkey Breast, Parmesan & Squash Farrotto + more.

PLUS, we’re bringing BEATRIX back to the North Shore with whole pies & cakes available from Ēma ! 🥧

Learn more & order via link in bio!

A moment for the Michigan Pears & Beets w/ walnut, pear butter, tarragon & icew**e vinaigrette at  - this one makes for ...
09/10/2026

A moment for the Michigan Pears & Beets w/ walnut, pear butter, tarragon & icew**e vinaigrette at - this one makes for a perfect bite alongside Pumpkin Hummus & warm house bread, or all on its own ✨

26.2 miles calls for 1 sweet reward🍦… $1 FroYo when you show us your 2026 medal on Sunday, 10/11!   Not running the mara...
09/10/2026

26.2 miles calls for 1 sweet reward🍦… $1 FroYo when you show us your 2026 medal on Sunday, 10/11!

Not running the marathon? You still deserve a Sunday treat! Enjoy Olive Oil & Sea Salt or Strawberry Sumac FroYo To-Go for $5.95, plus tax at Rotisserie Ema (74 W. Illinois St.) from 11:00AM - 4:00PM on Sunday. ✨

Visit the link in our bio for more info!

Sip for a good cause this October at  🩷 Special for the month, $1 from each Greek Paloma sold will support  Chicago’s In...
06/10/2026

Sip for a good cause this October at 🩷 Special for the month, $1 from each Greek Paloma sold will support Chicago’s In Good Taste ( & ) or the Breast Cancer Resource Center of Texas ( ).

Address

74 W Illinois Street

60654

Opening Hours

Monday 11:00 - 22:00
Tuesday 11:00 - 22:00
Wednesday 11:00 - 22:00
Thursday 11:00 - 22:00
Friday 11:00 - 23:00
Saturday 11:00 - 23:00
Sunday 11:00 - 21:00

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