Tamu – Middle Eastern
Tamu invites diners into a serene, minimalist sanctuary where the hushed atmosphere centers entirely on the rhythmic precision of the chef’s knife. Guests surrender to a curated omakase journey, watching as each hand-pressed piece of nigiri and delicate seasonal small plate is presented with artistic intent and quiet grace. This intimate encounter transforms a meal into a choreographed celebration of flavor, where the freshest catches of the day dictate a singular, unforgettable narrative.
804, West Washington Boulevard, Chicago, IL, 60607 +13122488833 https://www.tamuchicago.com/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Tamu
Dairy-Free at Tamu
Tamu in Chicago has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lunch Omakase and Dinner Omakase. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Tamu
Tamu in Chicago has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lunch Omakase and Dinner Omakase. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Tamu
Tamu in Chicago has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lunch Omakase and Dinner Omakase. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Tamu
Tamu in Chicago has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Dinner Omakase. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Tamu
Tamu in Chicago has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Dinner Omakase. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Tamu
Tamu in Chicago has 1 low-sodium-tagged dish on its current menu, including Dinner Omakase. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at Tamu
Tamu in Chicago has 2 paleo-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lunch Omakase and Dinner Omakase. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Whole30 at Tamu
Tamu in Chicago has 2 whole30-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lunch Omakase and Dinner Omakase. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Tamu
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Dinner Omakase | 8.9 g | 2.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Omakase
Chef's choice tasting menus
- Dinner Omakase - $125 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Lunch Omakase - $58 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Tamu
- Is Tamu dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Tamu has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lunch Omakase and Dinner Omakase.
- What can I eat at Tamu on a dairy-free diet?
- Lunch Omakase and Dinner Omakase carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is Tamu gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Tamu?
- Dinner Omakase, at roughly 2.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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