Tama

4.3 (312)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

1952 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-4565

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

RESTAURANT WEEK JANUARY 23RD - FEBRUARY 7TH
For Restaurant week we will only have our tasting menu available.
LUNCH:
12PM - 3PM
DINNER:
5PM - 10PM

If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions please contact the restaurant ahead of time.

Tama has a strict 2 hour turn time. Your reservation starts at the time it is booked, whether all the members of your party have arrived.
Please understand that we are a small restaurant and ever so grateful you have decided to join us.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Fusion / Eclectic, South American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(312) 955-0212
Website
http://www.tama-restaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Avgeria Stapaki
Private party facilities
Available Monday, Tuesdays and Wednesdays for private events. Please contact the restaurant to inquire.

Location
1952 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-4565
Area
Logan Square
Cross Street
Damen & Armitage
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options

TUESDAY
1/2 OFF ALL BOTTLES OF WINE 12PM-3PM and 5PM - 9:30PM
WEDNESDAY
5PM - 7PM $9 1&1 WELL MIXED DRINKS
THURSDAY
5PM - 7PM $10 WELL CLASSIC COCKTAILS
FRIDAY
12PM - 3PM HALF OF WHITE WINE BOTTLES 5PM - 7PM $12 TAMA SIGNITURE COCKTAILS
SATURDAY
12PM - 3PM HALF OF RED WINE BOTTLES 5PM - 7PM $12 TAMA SIGNITURE COCKTAILS

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Tama.

4.3

(312)

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

313 Reviews

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Caroline Gold
Chicago / Illinois55 reviews
3.0
Dined on 6 February 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The ambiance and vibe is great! Didn't love the restaurant week dishes we ordered but would give it another shot because I've heard great things!
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OLGA
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 February 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
That was truly a wonderful experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with a beautifully designed setting that made the entire evening feel special and memorable. The attention to detail in the décor, lighting, and overall ambiance created the perfect backdrop for a relaxing and enjoyable time. The food was absolutely exquisite — every dish was thoughtfully prepared and full of rich, balanced flavors. The presentation was elegant, and you could really taste the quality of the ingredients in every bite. It wasn’t just a meal, but a complete dining experience that I would gladly recommend and look forward to enjoying again.
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Marc
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 February 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time at Tama, finding it thru a Restaurant Week online guide. After reviewing a dozen restaurants in my neighborhood, their menu selection proved to be the most interesting. I was not disappointed. Food, service and ambiance were on point. The Belluga Lentils were well balanced and flavorful, using only a few ingredients. The highlight was the Pork Belly with a celery puree, a savory delight with a hint of sweetness. Beef tartar was very good, even added a complimentary side of sour dough bread to fully enjoy it. Dessert was delicious Fudge Sundae. I’ll be back!
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Monica Gold
Chicago / Illinois9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 30 January 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The cheesecake is the star! Good selection and price point for restaurant week.
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Gabby Gold
Chicago / Illinois17 reviews
3.0
Dined on 30 January 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I wish I saw the note about the restaurant week menu in advance but it would have been a nice option to be able to order additional dishes especially with allergy specific individuals.
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Tania
St. Louis1 review
3.0
Dined on 30 January 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went for restaurant week and while they had some dishes that were from their regular menu, half were weren’t. So I feel you don’t get the same taste of what others love about this restaurant. Some of dishes didn’t taste cohesive and lacked umf. Also portion sizes were small. The basque cheesecake was probably the shining star. Hospitality was great
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Hannah
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
1.0
Dined on 29 January 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Absolutely not worth it, at least for restaurant week. Portions are tiny- and took over 2.5 hours for us to get through the 4 courses. We were frequently forgotten, and the temperature was set at 65 degrees so it was freezing! Food came out cold, service was so slow. Wasn’t worth the money or time.
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Brianna Gold
Chicago / Illinois1 review
4.0
Dined on 28 January 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Service was not great during restaurant week. We were served the wrong items 3 times. The amount of food we received was definitely on the small size, but the quality was great! I have dined here outside of restaurant week and had a wonderful experience.
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deborah Gold
Chicago / Illinois13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 January 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came for lunch during restaurant week and enjoyed their special menu options. We were seated in the back room which is small with a nice wooden bar and a few tables lined up along a banquette. We each had a cocktail and then proceeded to the three course lunch which was terrific, especially the chicken dish and the Basque cheesecake dessert. Portions were well-suited to three women out for lunch. Will definitely be back - the service was warm and friendly, the atmosphere also warm with a nice mix of color and dark woods. The exterior is absolutely charming as you approach.
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Maurice Gold
Atlanta3 reviews
3.0
Dined on 25 January 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I went during restaurant week, so I didn’t get to experience the full menu. I feel the potential but I didn’t appreciate being able to feel that the food was prepared so long ago. However the place looks nice and had a good vibe.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Fusion / Eclectic, South American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(312) 955-0212
Website
http://www.tama-restaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Avgeria Stapaki
Private party facilities
Available Monday, Tuesdays and Wednesdays for private events. Please contact the restaurant to inquire.

Location
1952 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-4565
Area
Logan Square
Cross Street
Damen & Armitage
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options

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This restaurant is permanently closed.

Tama

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