Ema – River North
River North, Chicago
74 W IllinoisChicago, IL 60654 (312) 527-5586
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Monday - Thursday: 11:00am - 10:00pm
Friday - Saturday: 11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 9:00pm
Please Note: Holiday Hours May Differ
Menus
Gluten Free
Gluten-Free Lunch
available Monday - Friday until 3:00PM
Spreads
served with gluten-free crackers
Hummusza'atar, vegetable crudité12.95
Hummus W/ Lamb Ragu*braised lamb, spicy harissa16.95
House-made Labnehpine nuts, aleppo honey, dried mint12.95
Toasted Almond & Garliccastelvetrano olives, fresh herbs12.95
Charred Eggplantwalnut, garden herbs, pomegranate molasses13.95
Truffled Mushroom Hummusgarlic chives, pickled turnip21.95
Samplerselect 3: hummus, labneh, toasted almond & garlic, charred eggplant18.95
Cold Mezze
Feta & Olivesmarcona almonds, lemon zest, middle east spices12.95
Ora King Salmon*"everything spice" salmon, whipped ricotta, tomato, cucumber, citrus15.95
House-made Stracciatellamighty vine tomatoes, sherry shallot vinaigrette, basil16.95
Hot Mezze
Crispy Potatoesmizithra, rosemary, scallion crema9.95
Pan-roasted Romanesque Cauliflowerhouse yogurt, local honey14.95
Green Falafelbeet tzatziki, garlic tahini, dhania spice11.95
Brussels Sproutscrispy shallots, pumpkin seeds, sherry glaze13.95
Salads
add green falafel $5.95, add roasted chicken $6.95, add ora king salmon $9.95
Greek Saladromaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, red peppers, dijon vinaigrette13.95
Mediterranean Choppedarugula, romaine, cauliflower, capers, dates, parmesan, olives, red peppers14.95
Spring Greens W/ Roasted Sumac Chickenroasted artichokes, asparagus, farro16.95
Kebabs
Grilled Halloumigreek cheese, red onion, date, red zhoug15.95
Chicken Kefta*lemon, olive oil, tzatziki16.95
Grilled Chicken*yogurt marinade, sweet peppers, zhoug16.95
Lamb & Beef Kefta*lemon, olive oil, tzatziki16.95
North Road Salmon*sweet peppers, red onions, lemon, olive oil, zhoug24.95
Gluten-Free Dinner
served daily after 3:00PM
Spreads
served with gluten-free crackers
Hummusza'atar, vegetable crudité12.95
Hummus W/ Lamb Ragu*braised lamb, spicy harissa16.95
House-made Labnehpine nuts, aleppo honey, dried mint12.95
Toasted Almond & Garliccastelvetrano olives, fresh herbs12.95
Charred Eggplantwalnut, garden herbs, pomegranate molasses13.95
Truffled Mushroom Hummusgarlic chives, pickled turnip21.95
Market Vegetables
Grilled Leeksromesco sauce, piquillo, almond, roasted garlic, aleppo12.95
Roasted Smoky Carrotslabneh, spiced dukkah, roasted garlic oil14.95
Beets And Berriesstrawberry harissa, charred avocado, crispy lentils, herbs14.95
Pan-roasted Romanesque Cauliflowerhouse yogurt, local honey14.95
Raw
Ora King Salmon*"everything spice" salmon, whipped ricotta, tomato, cucumber, citrus15.95
Hamachi*nigella, calamansi vinaigrette, sunflower sprout16.95
Cold Mezze
Feta & Olivesmarcona almonds, lemon zest, middle east spices12.95
Greek Saladromaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, red peppers, dijon vinaigrette13.95
House-made Stracciatellamighty vine tomatoes, sherry shallot vinaigrette, basil16.95
Hot Mezze
Crispy Potatoesmizithra, rosemary, scallion crema9.95
Green Falafelbeet tzatziki, garlic tahini, dhania spice11.95
Brussels Sproutscrispy shallots, pumpkin seeds, sherry glaze13.95
Spicy Toothpick Lambcumin, chilies, house yogurt18.95
Seafood
Grilled Octopus*fingerlings, preserved lemon vinaigrette18.95
Grilled Branzino*crispy tapenade, brown butter vinaigrette, macadamia nut28.95
Crispy Skin Seabass*coconut turmeric sauce, roast carrots, olive oil29.95
Kebabs
Grilled Halloumigreek cheese, red onion, date, red zhoug15.95
Chicken Kefta*lemon, olive oil, tzatziki16.95
Grilled Chicken*yogurt marinade, sweet peppers, zhoug16.95
Lamb & Beef Kefta*lemon, olive oil, tzatziki16.95
North Road Salmon*sweet peppers, red onions, lemon, olive oil, zhoug24.95
Gluten-Free Brunch
available Saturday & Sunday until 3:00PM
Brunch
Soft Scrambled Eggssautéed mushrooms, parmesan cream, closed loop farm herbs12.95
Kefta & Eggschoice of: chicken or lamb & beef, fried eggs, cucumber & tomato salad, lemon dill rice16.95
Lamb Shakshukabaked egg, spicy harissa, gluten-free crackers16.95
Spreads
served with gluten-free crackers
Hummusza'atar, vegetable crudité12.95
House-made Labnehpine nuts, aleppo honey, dried mint12.95
Toasted Almond & Garliccastelvetrano olives, fresh herbs12.95
Charred Eggplantwalnut, garden herbs, pomegranate molasses13.95
Truffled Mushroom Hummusgarlic chives, pickled turnip21.95
Cold Mezze
add green falafel $5.95, add roasted chicken $6.95, add ora king salmon $9.95
Feta & Olivesmarcona almonds, lemon zest, middle east spices12.95
Ora King Salmon*"everything spice" salmon, whipped ricotta, tomato, cucumber, citrus15.95
House-made Stracciatellamighty vine tomatoes, sherry shallot vinaigrette, basil16.95
Greek Saladromaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, red peppers, dijon vinaigrette13.95
Hot Mezze
Crispy Potatoesmizithra, rosemary, scallion crema9.95
Pan-roasted Romanesque Cauliflowerhouse yogurt, local honey14.95
Green Falafelbeet tzatziki, garlic tahini, dhania spice11.95
Brussels Sproutscrispy shallots, pumpkin seeds, sherry glaze13.95
Kebabs
Grilled Halloumigreek cheese, red onion, date, red zhoug15.95
Chicken Kefta*lemon, olive oil, tzatziki16.95
Grilled Chicken*yogurt marinade, sweet peppers, zhoug16.95
Lamb & Beef Kefta*lemon, olive oil, tzatziki16.95
North Road Salmon*sweet peppers, red onions, lemon, olive oil, zhoug24.95
Surcharge - As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose. *These items are cooked-to-order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Lunch
Spreads
served with our house bread
House-made Labnehpine nuts, aleppo honey, dried mint12.95
Charred Eggplantwalnut, garden herbs, pomegranate molasses13.95
Truffled Mushroom Hummusgarlic chives, pickled turnip21.95
Sampler
Samplerselect 3: hummus, labneh, toasted almond & garlic, charred eggplant18.95
Cold Mezze
Feta & Olivesmarcona almonds, lemon zest, middle east spices12.95
Ahi Tuna And Pomegranateisraeli cous cous, mint, nigella yuzu vinaigrette18.95
House-Made Stracciatella
Hot Mezze
Pan-roasted Romanesque Cauliflowerhouse yogurt, local honey13.95
Green Falafelbeet tzatziki, garlic tahini, dhania spice11.95
Delicata Squash Farrobrown butter, parmesan, butternut vinaigrette16.95
Salads
add green falafel / $5.95, add roasted chicken / $6.95, add ora king salmon / $9.95
Greek Saladromaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, red peppers, dijon vinaigrette13.95
Mediterranean Choppedarugula, romaine, cauliflower, capers, dates, parmesan, olives, red peppers14.95
Spring Greens W/ Roasted Sumac Chickenroasted artichokes, asparagus, farro, flatbread16.95
Sandwiches
Green Falafelhummus, tzatziki, tomatoes, red onions, house dressing13.95
Grilled Chicken*hummus, tzatziki, tomatoes, red onions, market vinaigrette15.95
Kebabs
Grilled Halloumigreek cheese, red onion, date, red zhoug15.95
Chicken Kefta*lemon, olive oil, tzatziki16.95
Grilled Chicken*yogurt marinade, sweet peppers, zhoug16.95
Surcharge
As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.
*These items are cooked-to-order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Dinner
Spreads
served with our house bread
House-made Labnehpine nuts, aleppo honey, dried mint12.95
Charred Eggplantwalnut, garden herbs, pomegranate molasses13.95
Truffled Mushroom Hummusgarlic chives, pickled turnip21.95
Market Vegetables
Grilled Leeksromesco sauce, piquillo, almond, roasted garlic, aleppo12.95
Roasted Smoky Carrotslabneh, spiced dukkah, roasted garlic oil14.95
Beets And Berriesstrawberry harissa, charred avocado, crispy lentils, herbs14.95
Pan-roasted Romanesque Cauliflowerhouse yogurt, local honey14.95
Raw
Ora King Salmon*"everything spice" salmon, whipped ricotta, tomato, cucumber, citrus15.95
Hamachi*nigella, calamansi vinaigrette, sunflower sprout16.95
Ahi Tuna And Pomegranate*israeli cous cous, mint, nigella yuzu vinaigrette18.95
Cold Mezze
Feta & Olivesmarcona almonds, lemon zest, middle east spices12.95
Greek Saladromaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, red peppers, dijon vinaigrette13.95
House-made Stracciatellamighty vine tomatoes, croutons, sherry shallot vinaigrette, basil16.95
Hot Mezze
Green Falafelbeet tzatziki, garlic tahini, dhania spice11.95
Brussels Sproutscrispy shallots, pumpkin seeds, sherry glaze13.95
Delicata Squash Farrobrown butter, parmesan, butternut vinaigrette16.95
Spicy Toothpick Lamb*cumin, chilies, house yogurt18.95
Seafood
Grilled Octopus*fingerlings, preserved lemon vinaigrette18.95
Crispy Skin Seabass*beluga lentils, black kale, medjool date, basil pistou29.95
Kebabs
Grilled Halloumigreek cheese, red onion, date, red zhoug15.95
Chicken Kefta*lemon, olive oil, tzatziki16.95
Surcharge
As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.
*These items are cooked-to-order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Happy Hour
Mezze - $7
Hummusza'atar, vegetable crudité
Crispy Potatoesmizithra, rosemary, scallion crema
Toasted Almond & Garliccastelvetrano olives, fresh herbs
Charred Eggplant Spreadwalnut, garden herbs, pomegranate molasses
Crispy Brussels Sproutscrispy shallots, pumpkin seeds, sherry glaze
Craft Beer - $6
Hazy Hero Hazy Iparevolution brewing, chicago, il
Daisy Cutter Pale Alehalf acre, Chicago, Il
Apertif Pilsnermoody tongue brewing, chicago, il
Wine - $8
Happy Hour Red
Happy Hour White
Surcharge
As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.
Please advise the restaurant of any dietary restrictions and allergies when dining in or placing a carry out order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. All items are subject to availability
Beverage
Cocktails
Spiced Apple Toddyfighting 69th irish whiskey, apple, allspice, black tea, lemon *served hot*16
Do Not Disturbbasic vodka, st. germain elderflower, mint, cucumber, lemon13
Cactus Queennosotros blanco tequila, brovo pink, guava, honey, soda14
Slow CheetahIlegal mezcal, fresno chile, pineapple, lime, coriander14
Paradise G&tlas californias citrico gin, chinola passion fruit, hibiscus grenadine, banana, lime, tonic15
Love That For Youcorner creek bourbon, strawberry, turmeric, lemon, cinzano rosso15
Wake Up Callfighting 69th whiskey, maplewood chocolate, espresso, licor 43, demerara, cream15
Zero Proof Cocktails
Pomegranate Backsplashhouse-made pomegranate grenadine, fever tree sparkling lemon, orange10
Pineapple Ginger Sodaliquid alchemist ginger, pineapple, fever tree yuzu lime soda10
By the Glass
Bubbles
Prosecco, Giuliana, Italy, NvGlass 12Bottle 48
Brut Rosé, Francois Montand, Jura, France, NvGlass 14Bottle 56
Brut, Champagne Canard-duchêne "cuvée Léonie", France, NvGlass 22Bottle 90
White
Sauvignon Blanc, Gilgal, Israel, 2021Glass 14Bottle 56
Assyrtiko, Mylonas, Greece, 2021Glass 13Bottle 52
Pigato, Bruna "majé", Liguria, Italy, 2019Glass 15Bottle 60
Moschofilero, Skouras, Pelopennese, Greece, 2021Glass 14Bottle 56
Chardonnay, Maison Douhairet-porcheret, Burgundy, France, 2017Glass 18Bottle 72
Chardonnay, Tyler, Santa Barbara County, California, 2021Glass 16Bottle 64
Rosé
Tempranillo, Ostatu Rosado, Rioja, Spain, 2021Glass 13Bottle 52
Cabernet Franc, "la Grande Cuvée" Dourthe Vineyards, Bordeaux, France, 20211248
Red
Pinot Noir, Girasole, Mendocino, California, 2021Glass 14Bottle 56
Gamay Noir, Division "les Petits Fers", Oregon, 2021Glass 18Bottle 72
Nerello Mascalese, Tenuta Tascante "etna Rosso", Ghiaia Nera, Sicily, Italy, 2020Glass 14Bottle 56
Tempranillo, Seis De Luberri, Familia Monje Amestoy, Rioja, Spain, 2020Glass 14Bottle 56
Xinomavro, Kir-yianni "cuvée Villages", Naoussa, Greece, 2019Glass 13Bottle 52
Cabernet Sauvignon, No Fine Print, California, 2019Glass 14Bottle 56
BOTTLES & CANS
Farm Flordry, graft cider, newburgh, new york7
Aperitif Pilsnermoody tongue, chicago, il8
Ebel's Weiss Wheat Beertwo brothers brewing, warrenville, il7
Hazy Hero Hazy Iparevolution brewing, chicago, il7
Le Tub Farmhouse Alewhiner beer co., chicago, il7
Daisy Cutter Pale Alehalf acre brewing, chicago, il8
Reserve Cocktails
classic cocktails with exceptional spirits
Triple Cask Old Fashionedmilam & greene triple cask bourbon, caramelized fig, angostura
–This extraordinary blended bourbon with ages up to 11 years comes from master blender Heather Greene. Rounded out by a decadent caramelized fig syrup from Austin, TX producer, Liber & Co., this classic old fashioned is a long, lingering sipper21
Highland Margaritadon fulano reposado tequila, mandarine napoleon, lime
–A barrel-rested tequila made by the Fonseca family - renowned growers of agave in Los Altos since the late 1800s; combined with an orange liqueur that was made exclusively for Napoleon.22
Snowbird Penicillinthe glenlivet caribbean cask, ardbeg 10yr, ginger, honey, lemon
–Our take on this widely-traveled modern classic uses an incredible single malt aged in rum casks with a spritz of peated whisky for balance and complexity.20
Wine Bottles
Wine Feature
Domaine des Ardoisières - nestled next to Mont Blanc near the Swiss border, these wines evoke a distinct sense of place. Mineral-driven and racy with aromatics that explode out of the glass. This is one of the most exciting producers currently making wines in Savoie!
Jacquère/chardonnay/mondeuse Blanche, "cuvée Argile" Blanc, 202087
Altesse, "cuvée Quartz" Blanc, 2019287
Gamay/mondeuse/persan, "cuvée Argile" Rouge, 2019110
Gamay/mondeuse/persan, "cuvée Argile" Rouge, 2020120
Persan/mondeuse Noire, "cuvée Amethyste" Rouge, 2017233
Sparkling
Xinomavro, Kir-yianni "akakies" Sparkling Rosé, Amyndeon, Greece, 202052
Brut Nature, Valldolina Reserva, Cava, Spain, Nv62
Crémant De Bourgogne, Dame Jeanne Prémíces Blanc, Burgundy, France, Nv88
Brut Nature, Red Tail Ridge "perpétuelle Change 1st Edition", Finger Lakes, New York, Nv94
Malvasia, Bodegas Los Bermejos Brut Nature, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, 201899
Rosé
Nero D'avola, Cantine Barbera "la Bambina", Menfi, Sicily, 202154
Grenache/syrah/cinsault, Triennes Mediterranée Rosé, France, 202065
Grenache/cinsault/mourvedre, Railsback Frères "les Rascasses", Santa Barbara, California, 202176
Cinsault/mourvedre, Musar Jeune Rosé, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon, 201980
Coastlines Whites
Txakolina, Arabako "xarmant", Basque Region, Spain, 2020250ml can22
Vermentinu, Railsback Frères "camp Four", Santa Barbara, California, 202080
Encruzado Et Al., Lagar De Darei "branco", Dão, Portugal, 201748
Chardonnay, Alpha Estate "tramonto Single Block", Amyndeon, Greece, 202078
Chardonnay, Sandhi "central Coast", California, 202088
Coastlines Reds
Agiorghitiko/cabernet Sauvignon, Domaine Skouras "megas Oenos", Peloponnese, Greece, 201880
Grenache/syrah/mourvedre, Railsback Frères "comme Vous Voulez", Santa Barbara, California, 202092
Xinomavro, Domaine Karydas, Naoussa, Greece, 201698
Merlot/cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau Belle-vue, Bhamdoun, Lebanon, 2019110
Syrah, Railsback Frères "nolan Ranch Cuvée Chloe", Santa Barbara, California, 2020120
Cabernet Sauvignon/cinsault/carignan, Chateau Musar, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon, 2014140
Islands Whites
Xynisteri/malaga, Tsiakkas "lemesos", Cyprus, 202160
Listan Blanco, Bodegas Tajinaste "blanco Seco", Tenerife, Canary Islands, 202068
Vermentino, Locations Vin De Corse, Corsica, France, Nv75
Assyrtiko, Domaine Sigalas, Santorini, Greece, 202192
Etna Bianco, Frank Cornelissen "munjebel", Mt. Etna, Sicily, 2019134
Islands Reds
Etna Rosso, Benanti "contrada Cavaliere", Mt. Etna, Sicily, 201890
Kotsifali/syrah, Alexakis, Crete, Greece, 201660
Cabernet Sauvignon/callet/mantonegro, Castell De Santueri Rouge, Mallorca, Spain, 201778
Mantonegro/callet/monastrell, Ca'n Verdura "supernova", Mallorca, Spain, 202088
Niellucciu, Domaine Antoine-marie Arena "morta Maio" Rouge, Patrimonio, Corsica, 2019140
Outliers Whites
Riesling, Red Tail Ridge "estate Vineyard", Finger Lakes, New York, 201654
Semillon, Brokenwood, Hunter Valley, Australia, 202164
Viognier, Penner-ash, Oregon, 202188
Chardonnay, Matthiasson "linda Vista Vineyard", Napa Valley, California, 2020100
Chardonnay, Domaine Vocoret "les Forets Vieilles Vignes", Chablis 1er Cru, France, 2019132
Outliers Reds
Pinot Noir, Scherrer "russian River Valley", Sonoma County, California, 2014136
Pinot Noir, Domaine Henri Boillot "les Chevrets", Volnay 1er Cru Burgundy, France, 2017198
Cabernet Franc, Olga Raffault "les Picasses", Chinon, France, 2008140
Tempranillo, Lopez De Heredia Viña Tondonia "bosconia" Riserva, Rioja, Spain, 201098
Zinfandel/petite Sirah, Ridge "lytton Springs", Dry Creek Valley, California, 2019104
Cabernet Sauvignon, Araujo Estate "eisele Vineyard", Napa Valley, Ca, 2011450
As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. All items are subject to availability
Brunch
Brunch Cocktails
Endless Summerrosé, chareau, lime, soda13
Harissa Bloody Marychili-garlic infused vodka, house harissa, pickles13
Brunch
Halva Toastsumac, halva butter, mixed berries, mint13.95
Blueberry Clafoutisalmond pancake, sweetened yogurt, lemon, pistachios13.95
Kefta & Eggschoice of: chicken or lamb & beef, fried eggs, cucumber & tomato salad, lemon dill rice16.95
Lamb Shakshukabaked egg, spicy harissa, house bread16.95
Spreads
served with our house bread
House-made Labnehpine nuts, aleppo honey, dried mint12.95
Charred Eggplantwalnut, garden herbs, pomegranate molasses13.95
Truffled Mushroom Hummusgarlic chives, pickled turnip21.95
Cold Mezze
Feta & Olivesmarcona almonds, lemon zest, middle east spices12.95
Ahi Tuna And Pomegranate*israeli cous cous, mint, nigella yuzu vinaigrette18.95
Ora King Salmon"everything spice" salmon, whipped ricotta, tomato, cucumber, citrus15.95
House-made Stracciatellamighty vine tomatoes, croutons, sherry shallot vinaigrette, basil16.95
Greek Saladromaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, red peppers, dijon vinaigrette13.95
Hot Mezze
Pan-roasted Romanesque Cauliflowerhouse yogurt, local honey13.95
Green Falafelbeet tzatziki, garlic tahini, dhania spice11.95
Kebabs
Grilled Halloumigreek cheese, red onion, date, red zhoug15.95
Chicken Kefta*lemon, olive oil, tzatziki16.95
Surcharge
As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.
*These items are cooked-to-order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
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