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Kumiko, Chicago, IL
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Kumiko

$50 and over
Dining Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Fancy
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 creative director 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

Experiences

  • Tasting Menu

    $180.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 5, 2025 - Mar 30, 2025
    Our seasonal tasting menu reflects the heart and heritage of Julia Momosé, rooted in Japanese ingredients and techniques. We embrace the best of the season to share the depth and diversity of Japanese cuisine through the lens of mixed-heritage, honoring both tradition and the present moment. Optional pairings of Japanese saké, cocktails, or spiritfrees are available to enhance your experience."
    Tasting Menu Photo

What 799 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kumiko offers an exceptional dining experience, renowned for its "best cocktails in the USA" and innovative food. The atmosphere is "cozy and elegant," making it perfect for special occasions. Guests appreciate the "impeccable service" and "unique" menu offerings. While a few found it pricey, many deem it "worth the treat."

799 Reviews
  1. roland

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Not worth it. Pricey, average food, cocktails Ok, hard time limit and rude waiters & manager to top it off.

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  2. Gregory

    VIP

    Chicago

    32 reviews

    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Expected to be blown away. The food was good, but not wow. The cocktails were the stars.

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  3. Eric

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Despite trying really hard to be Japanese, this place is far from it. Service tries but waiters slurred and stuttered through Japanese words they don't know If you like Daikon, you're in luck. Half the tasting menu you are tasting daikon. 1 hour after the meal and all I taste in my mouth is Daikon. Would not recommend tasting menu. We paid $600+ to be seated against a very strange curved wall. Atmosphere is generic

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  4. Malike

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place deserves every award possible. 10/10 . MUST visit.

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  5. Emmanuel

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were suprised by the service charge for the tasting menu but had a great time. The servers were kind and food was extremely delicious. Would go again

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  6. James

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went on Sunday evening, so the mood was mellow, which is what we were going for. Hospitality was superb, from a courteous host to attentive staff and a knowledgeable bartender. I wish more restaurants took a similar pride in creating such a relaxing experience for its patrons. Thank you for keeping the vibe calm and cozy!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a very disappointing experience. 2 dishes of the tasting menu were stand out. 1 was good. The others were confusing / not executed well or just not what you’d expect from an expensive tasting menu. The beef arrived cold (though it was tasty). Our server also made our entire experience less than ideal. I’ve been to kumiko before and had a fantastic experience with drinks and ordering off the menu. This is why I had hoped for an amazing meal to celebrate my birthday. Very sad to be let down for the tasting menu for my birthday.

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  8. Marissa

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hands down some of the best cocktails! As for food we had the sandos with truffle and honey, gyozas, spicy aburi gunkan, ikura oysters, karaage, gobo and the yaki zakana... everything phenomenal. The tastes were unique and interesting and fresh. Service was `10/10 - everyone was knowledgeable and helped us order the perfect amount of food and tastes for us to enjoy. They paced the food perfectly too. 10/10 will 100% return. Thank you, Kumiko team, for a wonderful evening.

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  9. Aaron

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing experience every time. Food, drinks and service can’t be beat. It’s cozy and elegant. 10/10 would recommend.

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  10. Matt

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply the best service, cocktail, and food experience

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FAQs

Kumiko is rated 4.7 stars by 799 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine
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