Khmai

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4.8

126 Reviews

$31 to $50

Cambodian

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2 people

Jan 19, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Khmai Cambodian is a culinary journey that celebrates rich heritage and indomitable spirit of Cambodia. Named as an homage to Khmer, the native language, Mai means mother, which pays homage to Chef's mother.
Our restaurant is a testament to the enduring bond between family and food.

Khmai Cambodian is Inspired by the childhood experiences of our founder, Mona Sang, and her mother, Sarom Sieng, who survived the Cambodian genocide, our menu pays tribute to their unwavering resilience and passion for cooking. As a James Beard Semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in 2023, Khmai Cambodian has earned acclaim for its commitment to preserving and showcasing the culinary treasures of Cambodia.

Also enjoy our new concept Kaun Khmai, where the spirit of Cambodia comes alive through bold flavors and vibrant experiences. Translating to "Children of Cambodia," our lively and casual atmosphere invites you to explore the innovative fusion of traditional Khmer street food with a generational twist.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cambodian, Southeast Asian, Asian
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Fri 9:30 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 626-7710
Website
https://khmai-fine-dining.com/
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Mona Sang
Catering
Bring the vibrant flavors of Cambodia to your next event with our catering services! Our authentic dishes are perfect for corporate meetings, family gatherings, and celebrations of any size. Let us create a memorable culinary experience for your guests. Contact us to discuss menu options and make your event unforgettable!
Private party facilities
Host your next event with us! Our authentic Cambodian restaurant offers a unique, inviting space for birthdays, corporate gatherings, and special celebrations. Treat your guests to rich flavors and a memorable experience. Contact us for private event details and to start planning!

Location
6580 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626-5312
Neighborhood
North of Foster / Rogers Park
Cross street
Sheridan
Parking details
None
Public transit
CTA Loyola Red Line Stop CTA 155, 147
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan

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What 126 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Khmai offers a unique Cambodian culinary experience with "impeccable service" and "fabulous" food. Guests rave about the tasting menu, authentic flavors, and imaginative dishes. While some note minor service kinks, the restaurant's warm ambiance and "amazing experience" make it a must-visit for adventurous eaters.

126 Reviews

A
Alan
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was outstanding! Very attentive. Food was fabulous also. Some sauces were highly flavored and took away from the main event. But the dish was great without the sauce.
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Gina
VIP
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Recommendations by our server Dakota were amazing and were right amount of dishes for our party of 4. Don’t miss the egg rolls, shredded mango salad and the chicken curry! Great atmosphere, delicious and flavorful dishes, fabulous service!
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Jack
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time and the food tasted amazing!
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Logan
VIP
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
You must go and get the eggrolls!!!!! Everything we had was amazing, already want to go back.
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Cory
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Charlie was great and the food was amazing as always. Love the new playlist 😉
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Aaron
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Delicious food for the most part. One dish (pork belly dip) was good, but a little meh. That’s the only bad. The rest of the dishes were packed with flavor, they’ve got good, original cocktails, and outstanding service. Highly recommend.
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Rhonda
VIP
Chicago
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very gracious service. Interesting and unusual food choices. Servers were friendly and enthusiastic about the food and its origins. Parking is challenging - go east of Sheridan, the parking on Albion west of Sheridan is all permit only.
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Alan
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Impeccable service. Fabulous. Going back in a week. And it’s an hour drive for me. Almost all the food was a standout. Was a little disappointed in the duck. The duck should have been the star, but was overpowered by the broth. But you can’t fault them when every one of the other 3 dishes was fabulous. And they charge menus monthly. Who does that? A great chef who wants to keep sharp and astound his guests!
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Gee
VIP
Chicago
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Very flavourful food and kind service. The following dishes are a must: beef, skewers, eggrolls, salmon croquettes, and mango salad. The mushrooms dish tasted like lighter fluid (I’m assuming from the grill) and the chicken thighs came overcooked. The garlic and sausage fried rice was good, but the amount of garlic in it is insane, very overpoweing. The servers were extremely kind and helpful, but you can tell that they’re still getting adjusted to the new space—-a lot of confusion about where dishes went, and one of our dishes took forever to come and when it did, it was room temperature. Additionally, make sure you’re dressed warmly if you are going in the winter. They had a seated by the window and it was freezing.
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Bartlomiej
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful journey across Cambodian cuisine. Definitely a place to keep returning!
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FAQs

Khmai is rated 4.8 stars by 126 OpenTable diners.

Khmai does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jan 19, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

6580 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626-5312

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Sheridan
Neighborhood
North of Foster / Rogers Park
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Fri 9:30 am–2:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cambodian, Southeast Asian, Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
CTA Loyola Red Line Stop CTA 155, 147
Executive chef
Mona Sang
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan

Website
https://khmai-fine-dining.com/
Phone number
(312) 626-7710
Catering
Bring the vibrant flavors of Cambodia to your next event with our catering services! Our authentic dishes are perfect for corporate meetings, family gatherings, and celebrations of any size. Let us create a memorable culinary experience for your guests. Contact us to discuss menu options and make your event unforgettable!
Private party facilities
Host your next event with us! Our authentic Cambodian restaurant offers a unique, inviting space for birthdays, corporate gatherings, and special celebrations. Treat your guests to rich flavors and a memorable experience. Contact us for private event details and to start planning!

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Khmai

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What 126 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Khmai restaurant rated?

Does Khmai offer gift cards?

Is Khmai currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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