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Kumiko

Name: Kumiko
Address: 630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL, United States, 60661
Telephone: (312) 285-2912
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

$50 and over

Dining Bar

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

9:00 p.m.

Booked 22 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

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.

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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
Website
http://www.barkumiko.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighbourhood
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

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Experiences

Kumiko Tasting Menu
US$165.00 per person
Prepaid
Sep 25, 2024 - Dec 29, 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. Gluten Free and Pescatarian menus are available, but we are unfortunately unable to accommodate any other dietary restrictions. We kindly ask for more than 24 hours notice to make these accommodations, and that you include any restrictions in your reservation notes at the time of booking.

Caviar ServiceUS$135.00
1 oz of Golden Kaluga Caviar served with buckwheat furikake, butter nori chips, black sesame and wasabi creme fraiche, and chives
Marinated OlivesUS$8.00
sesame and yuzu marinated olives
OtsukémonoUS$4.00
rotating selection of Japanese style pickles
- eachUS$4.00
Kinpira GoboUS$6.00
burdock root and carrot simmered with sesame and tamari; served chilled
OystersUS$26.00
charred shishito ponzu, lemon horseradish, purple seaweed
Japanese Potato SaladUS$6.00
Yukon Gold, quick pickle carrot, shio-kōji pickled cucumber, ham
Yuzu Kosho KaraageUS$13.00
Japanese fried chicken, kanzuri mayo, sudachi
Side of White RiceUS$5.00
Hotaru IkaUS$10.00
firefly squid on a chilled asparagus and cucumber salad, Japanese miso mustard sauce
Washugyu TatakiUS$36.00
seared shoyu koji-cured washugyu tenderloin, matsutake foam, grilled maitake, salad

Savory

Wagyukatsu SandoUS$90.00
A5 Miyazaki wagyū, beef taré, truffle honey, Japanese milk bread
Saba FuraiUS$22.00
panko breaded and fried blue mackerel, pickled lotus root, sweet onions, sherry mustard sauce
Pan-Seared SuzukiUS$26.00
Japanese sea bass, miso butter radishes, fried radish greens, fukujinzuke
Akamiso Secreto IbericoUS$35.00
spring pea puree, ginger aka miso, grilled spring onions

Sweet

Truffle Milk ToastUS$15.00
fermented honey ice cream, périgord truffle

What 778 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

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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.

778 Reviews

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Patrick
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
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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Darren
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
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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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 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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Mitch
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 23, 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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Michael
New York City
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 18, 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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Ben
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 18, 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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Melanie
Chicago
86 reviews
vip
5.0
86 reviews
Dined on November 18, 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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OpenTable Diner
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience from service, food, and drinks. The best old fashioned I’ve ever had. Made my evening unforgettable. Can’t wait to come back.
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Yue
Seattle
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
As our second round of drinks arrived, the server asked us to leave in 20 minutes to free up the table. We got no service here and were forced to pay a 20% tip. Probably because if given the choice, no one would leave one. I’ve been to many restaurants in Japan and have never received service like this.
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Jen
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A fantastic but pricey cocktail experience. The food portion size to price/taste is just ok. Next time, I’d stay just for cocktails.
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FAQs

Kumiko is rated 4.8 stars by 778 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

9:00 p.m.

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

630 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
Desplaines
Neighbourhood
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

Website
http://www.barkumiko.com/
Phone number
(312) 285-2912

Kumiko

Make a reservation

Why they're an Icon

MICHELIN Plate

Dining areas

Additional information

15 restaurants that define Chicago

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Kumiko Tasting Menu

Snacks

Caviar ServiceUS$135.00

Marinated OlivesUS$8.00

OtsukémonoUS$4.00

Kinpira GoboUS$6.00

OystersUS$26.00

Japanese Potato SaladUS$6.00

Yuzu Kosho KaraageUS$13.00

Side of White RiceUS$5.00

Hotaru IkaUS$10.00

Washugyu TatakiUS$36.00

Savory

Wagyukatsu SandoUS$90.00

Saba FuraiUS$22.00

Pan-Seared SuzukiUS$26.00

Akamiso Secreto IbericoUS$35.00

Sweet

Truffle Milk ToastUS$15.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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