When elevated Indian cuisine meets West Loop polish, Kama Bistro proves it belongs on Randolph. I've been to the Wicker Park location before, so this was my first time at the newer West Loop spot--and it absolutely holds its own. In a neighborhood packed with serious restaurant competition, Kama manages to carve out a distinct lane: refined, flavor-forward Indian food that still feels recognizably Indian and approachable. The space is beautiful--dark, romantic, and sultry without being overdone, with dramatic murals and a moody glow that makes it feel like a proper night-out destination. It's polished but comfortable--perfect for date nights, celebrations, or a dressed-up family dinner like ours. They were especially kind and welcoming, even with our child and an early Sunday reservation. Service * Warm reception and easy seating for an early family dinner * Knowledgeable server who walked us through dishes thoughtfully * Celebrated my parents' anniversary with complimentary champagne and a sparkler dessert moment * Attentive pacing throughout Drinks * Smoke Show Manhattan - bourbon americano, Amaro Lusano, crème de cacao, walnut bitters; slightly sweet, smoky, and beautifully balanced * Pisco Inferno - pisco, mango, and passion fruit chutney; bright, layered, and vibrant with subtle heat * Cocktail program feels intentional and refined Starters * Sweet Potato Chaat - vibrant, flavorful, and nicely balanced * Lamb Tacos - small but packed with flavor; great shareable bites Portions on starters are on the smaller side, which works well if you want to sample several. Mains (all paired with rice) * Black Cod Kerala Curry - standout dish; outrageously flavorful and rich * Chilean Sea Bass Molly - delicate, beautifully cooked, and a hit at the table * Butter Chicken - classic and well-executed * Achari Curry (Chicken) - solid but the least impressive of the group We also added garlic naan and naan, though the curries already come with rice. The lemon rice was especially notable-- fully infused and bold rather than lightly scented. Dessert * Chai Tiramisu - a creative twist with cardamom and warm Indian spice notes; familiar structure, elevated flavor Verdict Kama's West Loop location delivers a complete dining experience--beautiful setting, thoughtful service, and deeply layered curries that stand out in a crowded restaurant corridor. It's elevated without being pretentious, traditional without being boring. A confident five stars and a strong addition to the Randolph lineup. read more

Kama Bistro - West Loop - Pisco Inferno - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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One of the homies was looking to check out a place to catch up and grab dinner recently. We both live in West Loop and wanted to stay local. Such a nice vibe when you walk in and one of the first things I noticed was the big murals on the wall which are nicely done...loved it! We had bar seats for the restaurant week menu which was cool as we got to stare at an awesome mural behind the bar. Goat Cheese salad was definitely a highlight. I knew it would be good but it was very good! Lamb tacos were definitely delicious! Taramind Glazed Short Ribs on top of upma grits and kama pickles was definitely fire! They gave a nice side of rice along with the dish. Had the Chai Tiramisu for dessert and it was very good! Washed it all down with a couple of cocktails. Goan Sour was a nice surprise as I normally dont like cocktails that include any kind of tea, but they made it work nicely. The drink includes Basil Hayden's Bourbon infused w/ dark orange tea, kokum, cumin honey and coconut lime foam. Smoke show looked like a science project and was really good as well. Kinda like a fancy old fashioned. Really good! Kama is a lovely place with great ambience, great food and a cool vibe. read more

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A group of 10 of us went here for a friends birthday and we did the restaurant week menu. The food was really good. Definitely will come back. Service was great as well. Here's what we got in the restaurant week menu: - Pani puri (3/5): was a little too sweet for my taste - Sweet potato chaat (4/5): was also a little too sweet, tasted more like candied sweet potatoes than a chaat - Paneer Makhani (10000/5): this was so flavorful and so good. I couldn't stop eating it. My stomach was definitely so happy and I would keep coming back for this dish alone - Chai Tiramisu (4/5): it had a very strong chai flavor and I guess I just prefer the normal tiramisu but still fun and tasty to try - Espresso martini (3/5): not like normal espresso martinis, it was too sweet for my liking The rest of the table seemed to really like most of their dishes as well. read more

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We snagged a last minute reservation at the bar and had the best time here. The moment you walk in the door you're met by the spicy aroma of Indian cuisine & Bali-wood covers the likes of of Sister Nancy's "Bam Bam" thumping overhead. Absolutely everything we ordered was delicious. Do not sleep on the saag burrata -- a contemporary twist on the classic saag paneer -- which was bursting with sweet & earthy flavor, perfectly balancing the heat & of the Carolina reaper lamb shank vindaloo. (Don't fear the reaper, kids, it's not THAT spicy.) Bar staff was busy & churning out drinks, but still kept the pace well & took great care of us. read more

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We came here for Thursday dinner around 6:30 pm and were the only customers in the restaurant. I've been to a lot of Indian restaurants, and this is definitely the fanciest. Very nice sleek decor. Even the bathrooms were very spacious with modern sleek decor, and I like that they had lotion provided. Our waitress Laura was very friendly and attentive. We got garlic naan, basmati rice, tacos trio, Malai Kofta, and butter chicken. This is much more expensive than a traditional Indian restaurant. The dish that stood out and was the most unique and tasty was Malai Kofta. The tacos trio were also very tasty. We got one of each kind and it came with a lot of meat in the tacos. The butter chicken had a bone-in half chicken and I liked how they prepared it. It also wasn't dunked in the sauce like other Indian restaurants and I liked it. Very good experience but more expensive. read more

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We went to Kama for a nice dinner and really liked the overall feel of the place. It's super quaint and definitely feels more high-end, but it still keeps a traditional vibe. The service was super good overall. Our food did get sent to the wrong table, so we were waiting for quite a bit, but once it finally came out, it honestly didn't bother me anymore. I got the lamb ragu, which was delicious and also a pretty generous portion. Really filling, and just an overall well-made dish. We also tried both the butter naan and the garlic naan. The butter naan was very buttery - almost overpoweringly so. The garlic naan tasted like a classic garlic naan, which was good, but nothing to write home about. Overall, despite the wait, it was a really great experience. Great service, cozy atmosphere, and good food. read more

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I stopped by here to do a preview for their Chicago restaurant we menu and oh my goodness! I love Indian food, but this restaurant puts this modern and contemporary twist on it. The way that they play with the flavors and the textures gives the cuisine such an elevated experience.The lamb tacos and sweet potato chaat are a must! The ambience inside of here is also not worthy. There is giant murals that you can tell where hand painted and hand paint extremely well and the music playlist is top-notch surprisingly! This is definitely a great addition to the West loop and I would come here for food or their delicious drinks; doesn't matter This is a spot. You should definitely check out. read more

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Super pretty restaurant in Fulton Market. The interior is gorgeous- very modern with dark accents and moody lighting that sets a sleek, intimate vibe. Our server was incredibly friendly, attentive, and offered helpful guidance on what to try. I'd describe the food as creative Italian-Indian fusion, which made for a unique dining experience. Malai Kofta: 8/10 Al dente dumpling pillows filled with what I believe was squash or potato. The sauce delivered familiar Indian flavours, and the dish was comforting and well-executed. Butter Chicken: 7.5/10 A flavourful curry, with an interesting twist - the chicken comes bone-in, including both the drumstick and breast. The drumstick was superb, but the breast was a bit dry. My only complaint is that the curry was very salty at times. There were moments where I think I bit into actual salt flakes when I dipped the naan into the curry. Crab Risotto: 7.5/10 Rich and hearty risotto. The rice was cooked perfectly, and the coconut cream sauce was flavourful. There was a good amount of crab too. Lamb Pasta: 8/10 Perfectly al dente lasagnette noodles tossed with braised lamb shank shreddings. This was probably the least Indian-esque of all the dishes I tried, but it was amazing. Great amount of meat, and the sauce was wonderful. read more

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I made a reservation at Kama through OpenTable, and the restaurant even called me beforehand to confirm the reservation and ask if anyone at the table had dietary restrictions. I clearly mentioned that everyone at our table was vegetarian and that we do not eat non-vegetarian food due to our religious beliefs, so I expected at least basic attention and care regarding what was being served to us. Unfortunately, the experience was terrible from start to finish. The cocktails tasted more like juice than actual cocktails. When we mentioned this and asked if they could make them stronger, we were told the drinks were pre-batched. They eventually offered us a shot on the side to add in, which was appreciated, but that was one of the only positive parts of the evening. The bigger issue was the food and service. We ordered paneer tikka masala and specifically asked for it spicy, but instead we were served chicken tikka. Considering the restaurant had literally called earlier to ask about dietary restrictions and we had clearly explained our vegetarian preferences and religious restrictions, this felt extremely careless and upsetting. When we pointed it out, the server simply said "oops, sorry," which made the situation feel even more dismissive. The replacement paneer dish was equally disappointing -- overly sweet, bland, and honestly one of the worst paneer dishes we've had. The naan also seemed stale and reheated. We asked them to replace it, but even the second batch felt the same. None of us could properly eat our meal. We left hungry and had to go somewhere else afterward to get dinner. Overall, it was a very frustrating and disappointing dining experience, especially given the prices and reputation of the restaurant. read more

Took my friend here for happy hour for her birthday spent 120 for the two of us. And she got a free birthday dessert. It was some creamy cake thing. We both got a drink right before happy hour and it ends at 5:30. We got there a little bit before 5:30 so we made it just in time. I got the chili potatoes. They were bigger than I thought they would be and I wish I had got another thing of it cause they were really good. It was pretty quiet in there. People were starting to come in as we were about to leave out. The waitress was very nice. She's attentive. I forgot her name but shout out to her. Definitely will be back for happy hour again to possibly try some other things. read more

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One of the best restaurants I've been to in a while. Service was kind, gave good advice and was very attentive. Ambiance is great, nice decor. However the booth seats we sat at moved often whenever someone sat down or stood up. Food was AMAZING! So flavorful and looked amazing. Would definitely eat here again. read more

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The space itself is gorgeous and has such a great vibe. The service was attentive in the sense that they were polite and professional, but not particularly present. We waited so, so, so long between courses, and it felt like no one was really checking in or keeping an eye on the table. When the food finally came, the flavors just didn't mash for us. I can appreciate the creativity and intention behind the dishes, but the combinations weren't quite the right mix, nothing terrible, just not cohesive or balanced in a way that made the meal enjoyable. Overall, beautiful spot and kind staff, but the pacing and flavor pairings missed the mark. read more

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Went for restaurant week and between my husband and I we tried everything vegetarian on the menu! Highlights for me were definitely the paneer ravioli, the sweet potato chaat and the chai tiramisu. Every dish, including the beet salad and burrata saag, were also full of flavor! To no fault of their own, we went when it was negative temps outside and the restaurant seemed to have an issue with heat so most of our food was cold when it came to the table, but the flavors were incredible! The service was amazing and fast. I would love to try the full menu again (maybe in the summer :)) read more

Kama Bistro - West Loop - Paneer ravioli - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is elevated contemporary Indian food at its best. The flavors are incredible in each and every dish and their cocktail program is insane, incorporating tea infusions, eastern spices and truly unique takes on your classic favorites. We had the corner booth in the main dining room and it was the coziest spot for a date night. Do not skip the sweet potatoes or curry dishes--the flavors will blow your mind--and their lamb shank dish is one of the best in the city. Also: a CHAI tiramisu?! Why has no one done this! A memorable evening and we can't wait to return. read more

Kama Bistro - West Loop - incredible cocktail program! - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I really did want to like Kama based on reviews I had heard of their LeGrange location. Turns out the menu for both locations is also quite different and Sadly, West Loop missed the mark. I went with colleagues on a weeknight and we were able to get seated right away even with no reservations . It is a large space and there were quite a few diners on both sides of the restaurant. We had one server for all the tables on our larger side of the restaurant and he was definitely overwhelmed and it impacted service. For our table besides drinks, we ordered lamb chops, the butter chicken, kulcha, dal makhni, okra, goan mussels, coconut crab risotto, and the halibut moilee. Essentially we got to try a lot of the menu. Given they don't have a tandoor, the lamb chops totally missed the mark and lacked both char and flavor that comes from the tandoor. Hence they also don't have tandoori roti on the menu and I am not sure how they prepare their nan and kulcha, in the absence of a traditional coal tandoor. The butter chicken was with bones (original recipe in India) but not the easiest to split and share when dining with work colleagues. The coconut risotto was the highlight of the meal for me and was very flavorful, except it's not really an Indian dish per se. our table did enjoy the mussels. Overall, an ok meal and sadly Kama missed the mark for me. One of the owners was around that day so I shared my feedback and he was receptive to it so I am hoping they can make some tweaks to their menu and I look forward to being back then. read more

Amazing food very tasty. Great service delicious entrées delicious drinks a must too go restaurant.

Soooo delicious! The butter chicken is unreal and prepared for days before. The crab coconut risotto was also delicious and the garlic naan. Very nice spin on Indian food and not too spicy. Very good service they brought my champagne for my birthday. Very nice inside as well with plenty of seating! read more

Kama Bistro - West Loop - Butter chicken - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We were surprised to see that the menu for this location is very different from the one in Wicker Park. It's a smaller menu missing lots of the items from other locations. The vibe was nice inside. Food was decent, not anything I'd rave about. It did not meet expectations for how the items are priced. read more

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Very very slow on a week day night.... The service was attentive but very very slow. I was able to switch my pasta( very salty) for a risotto but it was still very salty... the lump crab was cold. happy hour only had snacks not actually partial main course. Pisco sour was small despite in a rather large glass... I have to say the la grange location was more memorable read more

We had an amazing meal at Kama. We rarely eat Indian food out because we usually enjoy what we make at home more -- but this was truly another level. These were the kind of dishes that aren't easy to just whip up at home. Everything was spiced perfectly and deeply flavorful without feeling heavy. Standouts for us: Lamb shank -- packed with heat and incredibly tender Mussels Sweet potato chaat Saag burrata Malai kofta Butter chicken Naans Lamb tacos -- amazing Even the drinks were excellent. The decor and overall vibes were 5-star. This place feels special without trying too hard. read more

Had a wonderful experience at this new location. Could not believe my tastebuds. Best lamb chops in the city hands down, butternut squash curry is out of this world and the pasta omg the pasta was so yummy. I had one of their cocktail special some sort of riff on milk punch - amazing. Ambiance is airy and festive - great for celebrations. Service was great- could have been more profesional, but I think it was just very busy. Great place to have contemporary Indian food. read more

Delicious food, excellent service and very Curtiest staff. Our happy hour experience was great. We order dirty martini and Kamarita was excellent. Food lamb taco, Mussels, Kulcha squash with Harisa sauce, and sweet potato chat was excellent. Drinks were strong and delicious in the happy hours. Our new happy restaurant in west loop. Will come back. read more

Disgraceful fees! How can a brand new restaurant claim that they can't put honest prices on the menu? "As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.25% surcharge to all checks." Just price your menu truthfully! read more

Great atmosphere!!! Loved the short rib, cauliflower app, lemon rice. Great service, cool vibe. read more

Had a really good dinner here the other day!! The space is really gorgeous, it's honestly the perfect vibe for fulton market. Cocktails are insanely good I tried the burnt banana old fashioned which was delicious! One of my favorite dishes of the night was definitely the butter chicken! So flavorful and that fried chicken was came with it was so crunchy and juicy. I'm still thinking about!! Lamb vindaloo was a must get it was so so so tender, honestly everything was a hit! read more

Hands down one of the best meals we've had in a while!! The staff was so friendly and accomodating. Cocktails were really good + complimentary champagne! We had the kulcha and lamb chops to start which were both amazing. Then we shared the butter chicken, side rice, side garlic naan, and dal makhani (my personal fav). read more

Great service! We had a large surprise birthday dinner and our waitress was fabulous (she had super fun pink clear glasses and cool bangs and tattoos - she helped us with the cake that we brought in and the food was amazing read more

Bad anniversary dinner vibes ! Ordered veg kulcha, got lamb kulcha . And gobi pakora was like a tennis ball. Worst food & awful service. Skip this place, trust me! Worst food ever! read more

Outstanding! We loved everything about Kama. The ambiance, service, and drinks (!) were excellent. We asked our waiter for recommendations and he didn't steer us wrong. Between two of us, we split two appetizers, two large plates (we had leftovers) and one dessert. Highly recommend. read more

Food was awful. Unnecessary and unappealing spice blends in every item. Most of their decent items from other locations aren't available. Portions were very tiny for the prices. Tried 7 items on the menu and would only recommend 1, but not even worth it for the price. read more

This is an amazing spot for a date night or family dinner. The restaurant is beautiful and they have great cocktails. We had the Kulcha, butter chicken, and lamb ragu. It was all amazing - my boyfriend and I agreed that we'd come back just to have the Kulcha again. Can't miss, amazing new spot in West Loop. read more