Amaru

4.7

629 Reviews

$31 to $50

Latin American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem

Pan-Latin Cuisine & Cocktails in Wicker Park With influences from the Argentinian wine country to the seafood-abundant waters of Peru; the Amazonian jungles of Brazil to the verdant mountains of Colombia; with the diversity of Mexico and the spirit of the Caribbean, at Amaru. We share with you our culture, history and passion for Latin American food and warm hospitality

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Latin American, Brazilian, Colombian
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 687-9790
Website
http://www.amaruchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Rodolfo Cuadros

Location
1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Cross street
1904 W North Ave
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
A quick walk from the Damen Blue line Stop
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Requeson$12.00
soft cheese, tamarind saba, pasilla chilly honey, Spanish olive oil, sourdough
Avocado & Endive Salad$13.00
Endive, Sugar snap peas, Hass avocados, sesame panca vinaigrette, radishes
Solterito Salad$13.00
edamame, tomatoes, roasted corn, queso fresco, cilantro, puffed quinoa, toasted pumpkin seeds, champagne vinaigrette
Ceviche del Dia$14.00

Medianos

Lobster & Crawfish Empanada$17.00
Squid ink, Old Bay burnt garlic aioli, pickled jalapenos
Pulpo a la Plancha$15.00
Charred octopus fermented pumpkin seed romesco , broccolini, papas bravas
Frita Cubana$12.00
Cuban burger, seasoned grass fed beef, queso Qaxaca, burnt garlic aioli, shoe string potatoes
Pollo al Carbón$13.00
3-day marinated Amish chicken, Peruvian corn pickle salad, salsa huancaina
Tacu Tacu$15.00
White bean tacu tacu, roasted acorn squash, achiote curry, kale, pumpkin seed oil

Grandes

Cuban Oxtail$21.00
Malanga goat cheese ravioli, cuban style oxtail stew, charred sweet corn, kale (vegetarian option available)
Lomo de Bife$23.00
Slagel farms teres major. Charred broccolini, toasted garlic, fermented chimichurri verde
Bronzino$28.00
Grilled branzino, arroz con coco, citrus mojo
Pernil$22.00
Puerto Rican style Slagel farms pork shoulder, sofkee, sweet plantains, watercress
Slagel Farms NY Strip$70.00
40 day dry aged Slagel farms bone in NY Strip, garlic, thyme

Postres

Coconut Tres Leches$9.00
Coconut tres leches, pineapple preserve, coconut mascarpone
Guayaba Cheesecake$9.00
guava, goat cheese
Floridita Key Lime$9.00
key lime curd, toasted meringue, burnt cinnamon cracker
Mexican Chocolate Tart$9.00
Mexican chocolate, dulce de leche, Oreo crust, peach ceviche
Post Shift Round of Beers for the Kitchen$6.00

What 629 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

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Latin American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amaru offers an exciting Pan-Latin dining experience with "outstanding food" and "phenomenal service." The menu is celebrated for its diverse flavors and creative dishes, including popular items like ceviche and octopus. The vibrant atmosphere and craft cocktails enhance the overall experience, though it can be "a bit loud."

629 Reviews

M
Marcel
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful as always. The mussels were to die for !
Is this helpful?
c
chitownchica
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is soooooo tasty. The service was on point and the cocktails were fun!
Is this helpful?
E
Ellie
VIP
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hands down favorite meal in the city and I’m a big foodie. The food is always so creative and delicious. Fast service, awesome happy hour, and friendly staff. Coconut rice, piononos, and jerk pollo are all amazing. I would rate a 10/10 every time!
1 person found this helpful
S
Shawn
VIP
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I loved it! The service was everything ❤️ The food was a culinary adventure and I was all in!
1 person found this helpful
r
richard
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Some of the best meals I have eaten are from Amaru. And it's not the same menu each time.
1 person found this helpful
A
Adrian
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Easily the best food in the city! Always love bringing family and friends to this gem. Oxtail, Piononos, and ceviche were our favorite food items! Spicy girl was my favorite drink.
1 person found this helpful
S
Sarah Lynne
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great dinner at Amaru with two gal pals. We shared 5 or 6 small plates and tried a few cocktails. Everything we had was exceptional !
1 person found this helpful
G
Grace
VIP
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Happy hour was well worth it! Amazing drinks, snacks, and service.
1 person found this helpful
B
Bennett
VIP
New Orleans
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The food is delicious, the service was a bit uneven the last time we were there. I'm sending the restaurant a private note about it.
Is this helpful?
J
Jessica
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were great! I really like their happy hours deal as well.
1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Amaru offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 687-9790.

Amaru is rated 4.7 stars by 629 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 24, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1904 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
1904 W North Ave
Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Latin American, Brazilian, Colombian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
A quick walk from the Damen Blue line Stop
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Rodolfo Cuadros
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.amaruchicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 687-9790

Amaru

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Ceviche del Dia

Cuban Oxtail

Oxtail Benedicts

Botanas

Yuca Frita$6.00

Sweet Plantains$6.00

Orejitas$8.00

Piononos$11.00

Coconut Fried Rice$7.00

Chicos

Requeson$12.00

Avocado & Endive Salad$13.00

Solterito Salad$13.00

Ceviche del Dia$14.00

Medianos

Lobster & Crawfish Empanada$17.00

Pulpo a la Plancha$15.00

Frita Cubana$12.00

Pollo al Carbón$13.00

Tacu Tacu$15.00

Grandes

Cuban Oxtail$21.00

Lomo de Bife$23.00

Bronzino$28.00

Pernil$22.00

Slagel Farms NY Strip$70.00

Postres

Coconut Tres Leches$9.00

Guayaba Cheesecake$9.00

Floridita Key Lime$9.00

Mexican Chocolate Tart$9.00

Post Shift Round of Beers for the Kitchen$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Amaru offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Amaru restaurant rated?

Is Amaru currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information