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Ēma Breezes Into Glenview With Mediterranean Vibes & Cuisine

Meet your new North Shore go-to

Ēma – Glenview is serving up a summer day on the Mediterranean, right in Chicago’s North Shore! Join us for Top Chef Duels Alum CJ Jacobson’s California-inspired mezze, hand-crafted cocktails and coastal wine pours served in a chic, light-filled space that will transport you to a far-flung seaside locale all year round. Ēma’s second location is complete with lush greenery and a cascading olive tree at the center of the dining room.

You’re invited to take in the sights, sounds and tastes of Mediterranean. Here are five reasons why Ēma – Glenview is about to become your new go-to in Chicago’s North Shore.

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Moms’ Night Out

Spinach & Feta Spread at Ema Glenview

Forget the stress of planning dinner and drinks downtown—gather the gals for a night out at Ēma – Glenview to catch up over hand-crafted specialty cocktails like the Hibiscus Cosmo, Strawberry Rose Paloma and the Thirst Trap, a delightful frozen spritz. Then, tuck into Chef CJ’s lighter, California-style cuisine, including Moroccan Onion Dip with medjool date and tamarind chutney, Spinach & Feta Spread with crispy kale, and Marinated Sweet Peppers with sherry vinegar. (Another plus? With free onsite parking available, you can have a city-style night out in the ‘burbs, minus the long ride share home!). View the dinner menu at Ēma – Glenview.

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Let’s Do Lunch

Open at 11:30 AM daily, Ēma – Glenview’s menu of Salads and Sandwiches are ideal for leisurely lunches with friends and family, or business meetings over zero-proof cocktails. Share a Spicy Short Rib Sandwich with za’atar French fries, along with Mediterranean-inspired twists on classics such as the Tahini Caesar Salad with mimolette cheese and California Chopped Salad with citrus vinaigrette. Flooded with natural light from an expansive skylight and offering a range of lighter fare across the menu, Ēma – Glenview is poised to be *the* destination for midday meetups. View the lunch menu at Ēma – Glenview.

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Family Feasts

A variety of small plates and mezze at Ema Glenview

Finally, a place to grab a bite with the whole family before bedtime without sacrificing ambiance or healthful ingredients! While there is a dedicated Kids Menu available, Ēma – Glenview’s offers a range of family favorites, including Greek Salad, Grilled Chicken Kebab, Braised Beef Short Rib, and Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potato Latkes. (Go ahead and order the crowd-pleasing Crispy Potatoes for good measure!) For those with a more ‘mature’ palate, indulge in the Spicy Brisket Kefta Kebab with tamarind BBQ sauce or Moroccan Chicken

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It’s A Date

Spicy Tuna Patisse at Ema

With a vibey playlist to set the mood, Ēma – Glenview is about to become the hottest date spot in town. Enjoy a toast for two from the globally-sourced wine list, featuring more than 70 selections—including wineries specializing in organic and natural production—and shareable bites from the Hummus, Spreads and Raw menus such as Spicy Tuna Panisse. Or, cozy up in a leather booth to share exclusive mezze such as Octopus Carpaccio with calamansi vinaigrette, Brown Butter Dates with cipollini onion and Harissa-Crusted Halibut.

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Party Time

Vanessa private dining room at Ema Glenview

A new venue for group dining and events is just what Chicago’s North Shore needed! Ēma – Glenview is ready to host alllll your celebrations, from birthdays and anniversaries, to rehearsal dinners, showers and graduations. For more intimate celebrations and larger parties, guests may reserve the Vanessa Room. Seating up to 52 guests, Ēma – Glenview’s private dining space provides a picture-perfect backdrop for life’s biggest moments, with family-style mezze spreads, A.V. capabilities, ambient wicker pendant lighting, and sound absorption panels. Inquire about booking your next event at Ēma – Glenview.

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Ready to ‘mezze’? See you at Ēma – Glenview!

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