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Unexpected Peruvian Cuisine. BRUNCH | Fri-Sun 12-4pm
HAPPY HOUR | Mon-Fri 4-7pm
DINNER | Daily

10/26/2026

From the food we prepare to the drinks we pour, our Peruvian roots are always part of the evening. Best enjoyed around a table together.

📍1252 N Wells St, Old Town

10/22/2026

SALMON ABURI

Sashimi-style torched salmon, ají panca tare glaze, rocoto kimchi aburi sauce.

Part of our Nikkei Experience Menu.

Discover the full experience and reserve your table through the link in our bio.

10/13/2026

Bring your team together for something worth celebrating.

At Kayao, holiday gatherings come with Peruvian–Asian flavors, dishes to share, and handcrafted cocktails. Join us for a team dinner, a semi-private gathering, or make the restaurant yours for the evening. 🧡

Explore event menus and inquire through the link in our bio.

📍1252 N Wells St, Old Town

10/08/2026

Meet La Rosita 🌹
One of the cocktails waiting for you at Kayao.
Link in bio to reserve.

10/04/2026

Learn to make ceviche with us on Saturday, October 10.

Start with a welcome Pisco Sour, then join our chef for a hands-on class where you’ll learn to prepare, marinate, and plate your own classic Peruvian ceviche. Afterward, enjoy your creation alongside a family-style lunch on our patio.

Your experience includes:
• Welcome Pisco Sour
• Guided ceviche-making class
• Hands-on preparation and plating
• The ceviche you create
• Family-style patio lunch

Optional: Add a Pisco Cocktail Flight for $35.

Saturday, October 10 · 1–3 PM
$75 per person

Bring your friends and book your spot via the link in bio.

10/02/2026

This is our Amazonian Punch.
Mulita Pisco, rum, banana & lúcuma.
Come try it at Kayao, reserve your table through the link in bio.

09/15/2026

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re bringing Puerto Rico and Nikkei flavors together!

Try our Shrimp al Ajillo Mofongo and Pilón Verde, created specially for the month.

Available September 15 through October 15.
Reserve via the link in bio🫶🏾

09/09/2026

Consider this your sign to order the Roll Acevichado.

One of Kayao’s most-loved dishes. Reserve your table through the link below. 👇🏼

09/02/2026

Kayao is made for celebrating

Take a tour of our Old Town space with our Event Manager, Ivonne.

We host everything from intimate dinners to full restaurant buyouts, with options for gatherings of all sizes.

P.S. Our ceviche classes can be hosted as private events too 👀

Planning an event? Tap the link on this Reel or visit the link in our bio to inquire.

08/26/2026

After another sold-out class, the Kayao Ceviche Masterclass is back!🇵🇪

Join Executive Chef Gonzalo Castillo for a hands-on experience where you’ll prepare, marinate, and plate your own classic Peruvian ceviche before enjoying a family-style patio lunch.

Your experience includes:

🍸 Welcome Pisco Sour
🐟 Hands-on ceviche masterclass
🍽️ Family-style patio lunch

Make it a full pisco experience by adding a curated Pisco Cocktail Flight for $35.

Saturday, September 5 | 1–3 PM
Limited spots available. Reserve through the link in bio!

Address

1252 N WELLS Street
Chicago, IL
60610

Website

https://kayaorestaurant.com/

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