Ema - Glenview

4.7

362 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Ema - Glenview

4.7

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Glenview

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 217 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Hot spot

Ēma is a Mediterranean and California-inspired restaurant from Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants located at 1320 Patriot Blvd. The menu, crafted by Chef Partner CJ Jacobson features spreads, dips and assorted mezze, Mediterranean small plates, with an emphasis on Hummus & Spreads, Raw, Vegetables and Kebabs. Signature dishes include Moroccan Onion Dip, Spinach & Feta Spread, Tahini Caesar Salad, Octopus Carpaccio and Spicy Brisket Kefta Kebab.

The beverage program showcases cocktails with flavors crafted from Mediterranean ingredients like chinola, fig, fresno chile and coriander. The wine program, curated by Sommelier John C. Slatter, features a globally sourced list of over 70 selections with a strong focus on wineries practicing organic and natural production across the Mediterranean, including ancient grape varieties from Greece, Lebanon and Italy.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian, Greek
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 262-9500
Website
https://www.emarestaurants.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1320 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL 60026-7777
Neighborhood
Glenview
Cross street
Patriot Blvd. and Lake
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 362 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Mediterranean
Chicago / Illinois
Most Booked
North Suburbs
Best Ambiance
North Suburbs
Innovative
North Suburbs
Healthy
North Suburbs
Hot spot
North Suburbs
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ema - Glenview offers a "fantastic dining experience" with a "beautiful" ambiance and "attentive" service. Guests rave about the "delicious and unique" Mediterranean-inspired dishes, including standout appetizers like "eggplant dip" and "brussels sprouts salad." While some note noise levels and pricing, the "beautiful" setting and "great" food make it a worthwhile visit, especially for special occasions.

362 Reviews

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Nelly
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Appetizer came at random time One was so small that I can barely see 1 mm slice of fish which was stuck on plate
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Anna
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
First, positives. The place is beautiful - the plants, the light fixtures, the set up and overall ambiance - are terrific. The most important thing about any restaurant- the food - absolutely delicious. Amazing flavors! Our favorites were sweet potato latkes, short ribs, salmon and the classic hummus. What I didn’t enjoy was the incredible wait. It took us almost an hour to get the first dish, and that was after flagging our waiter. Children’s meal came an hour and a half after ordering. We came here to celebrate a birthday, a special occasion. The way we were treated didn’t feel special at all. So I probably won’t be back.
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Alan
Chicago
267 reviews
vip
5.0
267 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ema’s is always a good choice! We enjoyed everything we ordered, including hamachi, tuna with apples, dates,Caesar salad, potatoes with a sour cream sauce, Bomba for desert, and capucchino.
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Laurie
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is visually stunning and the small plates and great service add to a memorable dining experience. I will definitely return for more!
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Anne
Chicago
139 reviews
vip
4.0
139 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was excellent. Food was good and unusual. I think the small plate portions were skimpy for the prices charged.
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bruni
Chicago
82 reviews
vip
5.0
82 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cici was a marvelous waitress. Answered all our questions and very knowledgeable about gluten free items. The food was delicious. The hummus spectacularly and I can’t wait to return.
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ELDAR
Chicago
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ēma in Glenview delivers a Mediterranean dining experience that feels like a journey to the olive gardens of Greece. The ambiance is stunning and serene, matched by attentive and helpful service. This restaurant elevates Glenview’s dining options with its exceptional offerings. The well-crafted cocktails complement the menu perfectly. The hummus with lamb ragu and octopus carpaccio set the tone for an unforgettable meal. For mains, the spicy brisket kefta and grilled chicken stood out with their perfectly balanced spices and juicy tenderness.
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Ioanna
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cindy made our whole dining experience so special and wonderful! The food was great! Just awesome! My sis had a beautiful birthday at Ema!
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Dorian
Chicago
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Altho it’s a large space, table arrangements feel private and not crowded. Lovely upbeat ambience, delicious small plate menu. Very good service.
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Foz
Miami
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Took forever to get Table then 2 hours plus for lunch
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Ema - Glenview is rated 4.7 stars by 362 OpenTable diners.

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Ema - Glenview

4.7

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Glenview

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 217 times today

1320 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL 60026-7777

Additional information

Cross street
Patriot Blvd. and Lake
Neighborhood
Glenview
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian, Greek
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.emarestaurants.com/
Phone number
(847) 262-9500

Ema - Glenview

Ema - Glenview

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