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Ema®

Ēma is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago’s River North and Glenview neighborhoods and Austin, Texas showcasing Chef Partner CJ Jacobson’s lighter California style of cooking. The menu features a selection of mezze, Mediterranean small plates, with an emphasis on Hummus & Spreads, Raw, Vegetable and Kebabs.

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Ema – Austin

The light and airy dining room at Ema Austin, surrounded by mediterranean trees, tiled floors, and large wicker lamps.

Hours

Monday - Thursday: 11:00am - 10:00pm
Friday - Saturday: 11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 9:00pm

Please Note: Holiday Hours May Differ

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Ema – Glenview

The light and airy dining room and bar of Ema Glenview, surrounded by a large mediterranean tree.

Hours

Monday - Thursday: 11:30am - 9:00pm
Friday - Saturday: 11:30am - 10:00pm
Sunday: 11:30am - 9:00pm

Please Note: Holiday Hours May Differ

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Events at Ema – Glenview

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FroYo To-Go

Pop by the carryout window every night after 4:00 PM to close for Frozen Greek Yogurt [...]

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4th of July Specials

Kick off Fourth of July with weekend brunch in Glenview! Share weekend exclusives [...]

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Sip With The Sommelier: Summer Sips

Reserve your seat to ‘Sip With The Sommelier’ on August 5th, featuring white, [...]

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Ema – River North

The light and airy dining room and bar of Ema River North, lined with Mediterranean plants and coastal fixtures.

Hours

Monday - Thursday: 11:00am - 10:00pm
Friday - Saturday: 11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 10:00pm

Please Note: Holiday Hours May Differ

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Events at Ema – River North

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Celebrate Ema’s 10th Anniversary

Join us at Ema from Sunday, June 28th – Wednesday, July 8th as we celebrate [...]

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$1 FroYo Friday at Rotisserie Ema

$1 FroYo Fridays are back at Rotisserie Ema in River North! Through Friday, September [...]

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Ema Merch

Transport to a Mediterranean oasis with the Smoked Vanilla Citrus Candle from Ema [...]

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