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Kumiko, Chicago, IL
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Kumiko

$50 and over
Dining Bar

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2 people
11:00 pm
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Kumiko is a Japanese Dining Bar (ダイニングバー)* where food and drink are treated with equal reverence. Located in Chicago’s West Loop, Kumiko boasts incredible cocktails and spirits with exquisite food to pair.

Owner and bartender Julia Momosé blends Japanese ingredients and techniques to create an elevated menu of beverages and bites.

Whether you come to savor some of Japan’s finest saké or walk in for a lovely dinner with friends, Kumiko welcomes you with warmth and gratitude.

Kumiko is currently 18+ and does not offer a BYOB option. Sign up for our mailing list to receive occasional updates and news.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Josh Mummert and Alex Ching

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Plate

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Kumiko is a worldwide leader in cocktails—it even has a spot on The World's 50 Best Bars list—for its innovative drinks and deep sake list from acclaimed bartender Julia Momosé. The seasonal, Japanese-influenced menu can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, like with a playful Wagyūkatsu sando or an omakase-style tasting experience, all crafted to complement creative cocktails like a sherry tonic with celery and sparkling pear cider in the intimate, inviting space.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Dining Bar, Japanese, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 6:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 285-2912
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    West Loop
  • Cross Street
    Desplaines
  • Parking details
    We do not currently offer valet parking, however there are several metered spots directly outside the restaurant on Lake, as well as our side street, Desplaines.
  • Public transit
    Clinton, Green Line
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

Experiences

  • Kumiko Tasting Menu

    USD 165.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Sept 2024 - 29 Dec 2024
    Our seasonal tasting menu is rooted in Japanese ingredients, melding the cross-cultural experiences and techniques of Chef Josh Mummert with the guidance of Creative Director Julia Momose. We highlight the best of the season and seek to showcase the breadth of Japanese cuisine through the lens of mixed-heritage, embracing the time and place in which we reside. Spiritfree, Japanese Sake, and Cocktail pairings are available to add on upon seating.
    Kumiko Tasting Menu photo

What 781 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kumiko offers an "exceptional experience" with "outstanding" food and "phenomenal" cocktails. The "beautifully curated menu" showcases innovative dishes paired with "incredible" drinks. Despite its intimate setting, the ambiance is "elegant" and the service is "attentive and knowledgeable." Perfect for special occasions, Kumiko promises a memorable dining adventure.

781 Reviews
  1. Victor

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always. Great drinks, great food. Friendly staff.

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  2. Sofia

    Denver

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience for us! The staff were really cordial, drinks were great and food delicious.

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  3. Jeff

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding! Best cocktails in the city. Top notch food and service.

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  4. Patrick

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent cocktails, food, and service. Went for my birthday as well and got a very nice birthday card from all the staff.

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  5. Darren

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the best cocktails I've ever had, period. We sat at the bar and the service was outstanding. Food was delicious and complimented the evening, but the cocktails really are the star of the show here. The setting is quite romantic, dimly lit and quiet, incense, ambient music, friendly, refined. It's pricey for drinks, for sure, but you feel like you're getting something of the highest quality and you're the only one drinking quite so well. For a special occasion, it's hard to beat Kumiko.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was too dark in there! I can’t see! Good drinks though

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  7. Mitch

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was innovative and sensational. Service was first rate. The entire staff was attentive and responsive. Cocktails were imaginative and well balanced. We tried many items on the menu loved almost all of them. My only complaint is minor, the tables are the small ones that are prevalent at so many trendy spots.

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  8. Michael

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I truly think Kumiko is a national gem. As a hospitality house, Kumiko has a lot of love going into every detail, from the hand towels at the start of the meal, the light levels, the curated stemware, down to the earnest "goodbye" (my coat was literally waiting for me, the moment I left the table). I've been going for several years, and every time the staff goes above and beyond expectation: On my last visit I particularly appreciated the N/A options, from the beers to the spirits. Maintaining that level of warmth in service takes hard work, dedication and spirit. The specials served today were both exceptional — particularly the yellowtail collar, down to the level of char. — So delish!

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  9. Ben

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dining experience! All servers were friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Long/deep cocktail menu (all with some Japanese flair to them). Dedicated gluten free menu for those guests (which includes a fried chicken option!) The potato salad (gluten free), twice fried chicken (gluten free) and the wagyu katsu (not gluten free) were the highlights of our meal. Pricey but definitely worth the treat

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  10. Melanie

    VIP

    Chicago

    86 reviews

    5.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food! The vegetarian dishes are so good - especially the potato salad. And the desert is great!

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FAQs

Kumiko is rated 4.8 stars by 781 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
11:00 pm
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Kumiko

630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    Desplaines
  • Area
    West Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 6:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Dining Bar, Japanese, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We do not currently offer valet parking, however there are several metered spots directly outside the restaurant on Lake, as well as our side street, Desplaines.
  • Public transit
    Clinton, Green Line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine
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