Ema

Mediterranean restaurant
Celiac friendly
GF Options
Dedicated Kitchen Space
Dedicated GF Menu
100% Gluten Free
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This charming spot features a warm, modern interior with big open bay windows overlooking a lush patio, creating a relaxed and beautiful space. It is renowned for its extensive gluten-free menu and careful attention to allergy safety, including separate fryers, making it an excellent choice for gluten-free diners seeking both comfort and care.
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Celiac friendly

Low risk of cross-contamination

Dedicated GF place
Trained staff
Dedicated kitchen space
Dedicated appliances
Fryer
Checked by Atly
Always inquire directly about health and safety.

Good to know

1

They have a separate gluten-free menu with lots of variety.

2

Reservations are recommended as it tends to fill up quickly.

3

Located near the Grand red line stop for easy access.

74 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
2.4km

People are saying

M
Went in on a Monday night. Very busy and sat at the bar. Wxplanes to the bartender our allergies, I’m celiac and my wife is allergic to cilantro. Placed our orders and the kitchen manager, Manny, came out and discussed our orders and issues and talked us through what we would enjoy within our allergies. The food came we wished we had ordered 2’nd’s !! Delicious
C
I have Celiac and this place was outstanding. I immediately let the server know I have Celiac and asked about the dedicated fryer and cross contact and she confirmed and said everything can be made gluten free except for the mushroom 'escargot'. The food was absolutely incredible. We got the slow cheetah drink, sweet corn hummus, moroccan onion dip, Big Eye Tuna & Summer Melon, Feta & Olives, Crispy Potatoes, and Lamb & Beef Kefta. All amazing, and I think our favorite of the lot was the moroccan onion dip. They have house made gluten free crackers for the hummus dips that were very delicious and crunchy. I always wait to write my reviews until the next day when I know I'm not sick from being glutened, and can confirm I did not get glutened here. Wish I took more pics of the food!
K
My Lamb & Beef kefta was partially raw. My wife's grilled chicken kebob was burnt on one side. The food tasted decent but nothing special. My wife has celiac (gluten free) and they accomidated her well; no reaction. Our server was stretched too thin and service was slow. The couple next to us also had Lamb & Beef kefta which was also partially raw. Drinks were okay. It is connected to the hotel lobby and people in gym shorts just wondered around. I would not come back.

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