Kayao Restaurant

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

07/22/2026

The Nikkei Experience.
A curated tasting featuring Salmon Aburi, Cevichado Roll, Pulpo al Olivo, Parihuela Nikkei, and Midnight Corazones. Reservations through the link in bio.

TWO YEARS OF KAYAO❤️On June 25, we celebrated our second anniversary with our friends from Together, we created a six-c...
07/02/2026

TWO YEARS OF KAYAO❤️

On June 25, we celebrated our second anniversary with our friends from

Together, we created a six-course dinner inspired by the flavors of Peru and Oaxaca, bringing great food, great people, and an unforgettable night to the table.

Thank you to Chef , the ISTMO team, and everyone who celebrated with us. Your support over the past two years means so much❤️

06/18/2026

The Peruvian Roots experience 🇵🇪

We start with oysters with huancaína, followed by our Ceviche Carretillero.

Next comes grilled octopus and anticucho.

For the main course, enjoy our Arroz con Mariscos.

And to finish, a sweet bite of lúcuma and chocolate.

A tasting experience inspired by the flavors and traditions of Peru.

Join us at Kayao and discover our chefs tasting experiences. Reservations via link in bio.

06/11/2026

A Kayao favorite.

Fresh avocado, bright Peruvian flavors, and prepared tableside for the perfect start to your meal.

Reservations via link in bio.

05/19/2026

Make it. Plate it. Eat it. 🇵🇪

Kayao’s popular Ceviche Masterclass returns Saturday, May 30th for an interactive afternoon inspired by the flavors of Peru.

From learning how to prepare ceviche to enjoying a patio lunch with Pisco Sours, this is one of our favorite experiences of the season.

🎟️ Tickets via link in bio
1–3 PM • $75 per person

04/06/2026

We’ve been working on something special… and it’s finally here ✨

Introducing three new tasting experiences — created by our Culinary Director, , and Executive Chef :

• Peruvian Roots 🇵🇪 — bold, classic flavors from ceviche to arroz con mariscos
• Nikkei Experience 🇵🇪🇯🇵 — where Japan meets Peru (think salmon aburi + pulpo al olivo)
• Chifa Experience 🇵🇪🇨🇳 — wok-fired, flavor-packed dishes like tallarín saltado

Each experience is a 5-course journey designed to take you through the flavors that define modern Peruvian cuisine 🍽️
Trust us — you’ll want to add the beverage pairing 🍸

Now available for dinner.

Sunday–Thursday
4:30pm – 9:30pm

Friday–Saturday
4:30pm – 11pm

Reserve through the link in bio 🙌🏾🧡

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1252 N WELLS Street
Chicago, IL
60610

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