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Kayao, Chicago, IL

Kayao

4.6
4.6
203 Reviews
$31 to $50
Peruvian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
At Kayao, we aim to showcase the dynamic flavors, techniques, and ingredients that unite Peruvian and Asian culinary traditions. Kayao is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines, where guests are invited to embark on a culinary journey that transcends borders and opens hearts. Through our commitment to authenticity, creativity, Kayao seeks to create intrigue while also pushing the boundaries of culinary innovation.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None

What 203 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kayao in Old Town is a vibrant Peruvian gem, offering "fantastic food" and "amazing service." Guests rave about the ceviche, lomo saltado, and Pisco Sour. Its "beautiful ambiance" and "creative dishes" make it a favorite for special occasions. Though portions can be small, the flavors are "unique and delicious."

203 Reviews
  1. Shelly VIP

    Chicago16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place is cozy with very nice ambiance, while we were there, they were playing Spanish music. We started with the aji y mezcal cocktail, and my husband and I both loved it. The food was great and the service was excellent. The manager Gilberto came to check on us and made sure that the entire experience was great. I especially love the Lions Mane and the Branzino, both Celiac friendly by the way. My husband was raving about the Yucas Trufadas and Arroz con Mariscos. Great spot for Dinner date or small group brunch.

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  2. Maggie

    Denver4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was so good! Loved the spirit free cocktails - tasted just like the chica morada we had in Peru. Ceviche, lions mane, short rib, seafood risotto - all would order again.

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  3. Juna

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the vibe. Food was great. Service and the cocktail’s phenomenal. We had a tasting menu.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Kayao in Chicago is a true culinary treasure that dazzles with its exceptional food. Every dish we've tried has been spot on. After two visits, we've been consistently impressed by the emphasis on high-quality ingredients and inventive flavors. Kayao is an essential stop for any food enthusiast!

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  5. Maria Paz

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious and kind people! We had a wonderful time, the grilled octopus was phenomenal.

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  6. Lisa

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious! Favorites were the octopus, chaufa, branzino, and Matilda cocktail. Space is gorgeous. Will definitely be back.

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  7. kristina

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very modern Peruvian restaurant with amazing food and service the only thing for me was it was overpriced for the portions they offered.

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  8. SWATI VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would have given all 5 stars but they ran out fairly early (7:45!) of two of their main dishes! Seems odd. The other items were great and they did comp our dessert. Hopefully, this doesn’t happen again to others.

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  9. Adan

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was our first time visiting Kayao and did not disappoint. David our server was very helpful in explaining the food and with our selection with drinks. The busser Luis was very attentive with our table, did not miss a beat; excellent service and the food was incredible!!!Thank you Kayao, for an unforgettable night..

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  10. Andrew

    San Francisco28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great experience at Kayao. The food was delicious. The staff were attentive and answered many of our questions. The portions were larger than expected. This was a bonus, but possibly would’ve ordered different items if we had known the portion size.

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Kayao is rated 4.6 stars by 203 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
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1252 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610-1916

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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