Kumiko

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630 W Lake St
Chicago, IL 60661
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 mixologist 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.Our staff is fully vaccinated and masked during service. For the safety of everyone, we respectfully ask guests wear masks when not seated at the table or bar. We will adjust this policy as the situation evolves in Chicago.* pronounced dainingu bā

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4.5266 reviews
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Katie M.
12/26/2025

After my recent visit to Kumiko, it's clear why it's consistently recognized as the best bar in the midwest. The ambiance here is chic but comfortable. Dim lighting and stylish interior with hints...

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Mikaela S.
12/14/2025

Kumiko lives up to the hype. Reservations are tough to get, so set an alarm and do your best to snag one -- it's absolutely worth it. We sat at the bar and ordered snacks along with a few rounds...

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Rob K.
11/13/2025

There's a sliding scale of guest comfort in the restaurant business. On the lowest end, you have staff that could care not whether you live or die. Somewhere further up in the middle, you...

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Linda C.
10/27/2025

I was brought here as a surprise....my god. I've never been anywhere like this. Kumiko calls itself a "dining bar," but that doesn't really do it justice. It's this seamless mix of food and drink,...

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Maddie H.
12/23/2025

Incredible experience! We came for drinks and bites and we were blown away by everything we tried. Drinks we complex and unique, very tasty. Bites were fresh and delicious like the hotate on...

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