Food was excellent. We were in the patio and it would be good if heaters were also on the floor since warm air rises. The current heaters are tall. Waist up you are comfortable. Your legs and feet can be very cold.
Angii
Very intimate recommend as a date night spot! Food was great not sure why the other reviews are saying otherwise. Peruvian food is not Mexican food !
Jefferson
Lovely and well-appointed boîte in Old Town with incredible food and 5-star service. Miguel makes an incredible cocktail as well as leading you through the menu. Another element that I enjoyed was that when the food was delivered, it was explained quite professionally and filled with intrigue. The only hiccup was that the mains came out at different times, But the quality, service, and flavor level made this a place worth coming back to again.
Anu
Absolutely excellent Peruvian restaurant with great cocktails and not to miss desserts... I visited twice in my one week visit to Chicago. The food is just perfect! Thanks guys.
Irina
The Taste menu with the drinks pairing is an absolute must. Incredible food and incredible value. Just get ready to have some strong drinks! The atmosphere, the plating, the service were just outstanding. Looking forward to trying more of their dishes.
Marlynn
The anticucho de salmon was good! The short rib and chaufa was ok. Not worth the price and bland. Ambiance and vibe was good. Service was poor.
ELDAR
Kayao delivers a good service, inviting ambiance, and delicious coastal-inspired dishes. The staff is attentive and helpful without being intrusive, creating a smooth and enjoyable experience from start to finish. The menu offers a standout variety of ceviches along with both raw and cooked seafood options, each prepared with bright flavors and fresh ingredients. The short rib is another highlight—tender, rich, and deeply satisfying, making it a must-try dish. Complementing the food, the cocktails are well-crafted and balanced, elevating the overall dining experience.
Marcus
Dining at Kayao you will never be disappointed.. Since they open they maintain their quality and flavors!!!!
delphine
Delicious, fresh, creative food, beautifully presented. Super nice service, great, cozy ambience. A gem! Delphine
Nina
Everything was great! A hidden gem! We will definitely be back. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and made some great recommendations for us that we tried and really liked.
I was there two weeks ago and had excellent service . I brought a VIP guest in for his bday last night. Guc and chips were good but was not the same as I remembered. The Branzino was drowning in a yellow sauce and the tenderloin look like they boiled the meat and it sat in a liquidy water base. They brought a dessert out for my guests but then was charged for the birthday dessert. I live in the neighborhood, in the food industry and thought I found my new neighborhood place but $300+ and food and service mediocre, I will be hard pressed to go back soon. I clearly wish them all the luck!
Jay
Ceviche was outstanding, but their filet mignon dish was a big miss. Tasted like a cheap $10 Chinese takeout meal but with better quality beef... really unfortunate. Service was insanely slow given there were only a few people at the restaurant.
K J
Very nice environment, food, and service. Would definitely revisit on a special occasion. We had the Parihuela, Lomo Chifero, Branzino, Yucas Trufadas, and Panacotta. Would happily recommend all of them.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Victoria Anderson
We were entertaining a large group of clients and Robert was so accommodating. The food was amazing and the staff were excellent. They went above and beyond what we needed! Thank you for making our event in Chicago special!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
R. Baranowski
I went here for a celebration. We did the tasting menu which was rich, delicious and a beautiful experience. Highly recommend
Food was excellent. We were in the patio and it would be good if heaters were also on the floor since warm air rises. The current heaters are tall. Waist up you are comfortable. Your legs and feet can be very cold.
Very intimate recommend as a date night spot! Food was great not sure why the other reviews are saying otherwise. Peruvian food is not Mexican food !
Lovely and well-appointed boîte in Old Town with incredible food and 5-star service. Miguel makes an incredible cocktail as well as leading you through the menu. Another element that I enjoyed was that when the food was delivered, it was explained quite professionally and filled with intrigue. The only hiccup was that the mains came out at different times, But the quality, service, and flavor level made this a place worth coming back to again.
Absolutely excellent Peruvian restaurant with great cocktails and not to miss desserts... I visited twice in my one week visit to Chicago. The food is just perfect! Thanks guys.
The Taste menu with the drinks pairing is an absolute must. Incredible food and incredible value. Just get ready to have some strong drinks! The atmosphere, the plating, the service were just outstanding. Looking forward to trying more of their dishes.
The anticucho de salmon was good! The short rib and chaufa was ok. Not worth the price and bland. Ambiance and vibe was good. Service was poor.
Kayao delivers a good service, inviting ambiance, and delicious coastal-inspired dishes. The staff is attentive and helpful without being intrusive, creating a smooth and enjoyable experience from start to finish. The menu offers a standout variety of ceviches along with both raw and cooked seafood options, each prepared with bright flavors and fresh ingredients. The short rib is another highlight—tender, rich, and deeply satisfying, making it a must-try dish. Complementing the food, the cocktails are well-crafted and balanced, elevating the overall dining experience.
Dining at Kayao you will never be disappointed.. Since they open they maintain their quality and flavors!!!!
Delicious, fresh, creative food, beautifully presented. Super nice service, great, cozy ambience. A gem! Delphine
Everything was great! A hidden gem! We will definitely be back. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and made some great recommendations for us that we tried and really liked.
Restaurantji Recommends
I was there two weeks ago and had excellent service . I brought a VIP guest in for his bday last night. Guc and chips were good but was not the same as I remembered. The Branzino was drowning in a yellow sauce and the tenderloin look like they boiled the meat and it sat in a liquidy water base. They brought a dessert out for my guests but then was charged for the birthday dessert. I live in the neighborhood, in the food industry and thought I found my new neighborhood place but $300+ and food and service mediocre, I will be hard pressed to go back soon. I clearly wish them all the luck!
Ceviche was outstanding, but their filet mignon dish was a big miss. Tasted like a cheap $10 Chinese takeout meal but with better quality beef... really unfortunate. Service was insanely slow given there were only a few people at the restaurant.
Very nice environment, food, and service. Would definitely revisit on a special occasion. We had the Parihuela, Lomo Chifero, Branzino, Yucas Trufadas, and Panacotta. Would happily recommend all of them.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were entertaining a large group of clients and Robert was so accommodating. The food was amazing and the staff were excellent. They went above and beyond what we needed! Thank you for making our event in Chicago special!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went here for a celebration. We did the tasting menu which was rich, delicious and a beautiful experience. Highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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