Opening hours
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
| Monday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Chicago: 4:09 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (312) 527-5586 to confirm.
Location & directions
74 West Illinois StreetChicago, IL 60654
About Ema
Ema is a Mediterranean restaurant you'll find at 74 West Illinois Street in Chicago, Illinois. Our Chicago guide covers 5,398 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Ema is open 7 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM. Night owls can stop by until 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.
You can visit for dine-in.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible. You can reach the team at (312) 527-5586.
Quick facts
- Category
- Mediterranean Restaurant
- Address
- 74 West Illinois Street, Chicago, IL 60654
- Phone
- (312) 527-5586
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Mediterranean restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Ema’s weekday schedule with 18 other Mediterranean restaurants in Chicago. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:30 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 10:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:30 PM.
In total it is open about 74.5 hours a week, 3 hours more than the local median of 72. 72% of Mediterranean restaurants in Chicago open on Sundays, and Ema is one of them.
Compared with 18 other Mediterranean restaurants in Chicago that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois
Based on 17 menus with 803 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.99 and $24.00.
We don’t have Ema’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hummus | 59% | $6.99 |
| Falafel | 47% | $4.25 |
| Baklava | 41% | $3.75 |
| Fries | 35% | $3.99 |
| Garlic Sauce | 35% | $1.00 |
| Baba Ghanouj | 29% | $6.99 |
| Lentil Soup | 29% | $4.20 |
| Rice | 29% | $4.00 |
Calculated from 17 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Ema there are 418 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 961 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (167), Bars & Pubs (126), Sandwiches & Delis (75), and Bakeries & Desserts (65).
Competition is strong: 19 other Mediterranean restaurants are within a mile and 28 within three miles. The closest is CAVA, 0.2 mi away.
264 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bars & PubsW XYZ Bar< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexXoco< 0.1 mi
- AmericanBeatrix Chicago< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiRoka Akor< 0.1 mi
- Indian & South AsianIndia House< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a Mediterranean restaurant
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants serve the cooking of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Persia, Morocco and their neighbors. Expect grilled meats and kebabs, falafel, hummus and other dips, fresh salads, rice dishes and plenty of bread – often baked in house.
What to order
- Gyro or shawarma – spit-roasted meat in a pita or on a plate
- Falafel – a crisp chickpea fritter and a vegetarian staple
- Hummus and baba ghanoush – classic dips for the table
- Kebabs – chicken, lamb or kofta from the grill
Good to know
- Mezze platters are an economical way for groups to try many dishes.
- Much of the menu is naturally vegetarian or easy to adapt.
- Ask whether the pita is baked in house – it makes a difference.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Ema's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM. Monday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM; Saturday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM; Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is Ema open on Sunday?
Yes, Ema is open on Sundays: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Ema located?
Ema is located at 74 West Illinois Street, Chicago, IL 60654.
What is the phone number of Ema?
You can call Ema at (312) 527-5586.
Does Ema offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Ema. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Ema wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible.
Is Ema open late?
Yes – Ema is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
What else is near Ema?
There are 961 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Ema. Nearby options include W XYZ Bar (< 0.1 mi), Xoco (< 0.1 mi), and Beatrix Chicago (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other Mediterranean restaurants near Ema?
19 other Mediterranean restaurants within a mile. The closest is CAVA, 0.2 mi away.
How much do Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 17 menus with 803 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.99 and $24.00.
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