The Kitchen – American
The Kitchen hums with the vibrant energy of a modern izakaya, where the sizzle of the yakitori grill and the aroma of toasted sesame invite guests to linger over shared plates. Hand-pleated gyoza arrive perfectly seared alongside golden, ginger-scented karaage, while chilled bowls of takowasabi and fresh aemono provide a bright, zesty contrast to the savory warmth of the kitchen. It is a spirited destination where traditional Japanese comfort food is celebrated through a communal dining experience that feels both intimate and electric.
316, North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60654 +13128361300 https://www.thekitchen.com/location/the-kitchen-bistros-chicago/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, raw-food, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Kitchen
Dairy-Free at The Kitchen
The Kitchen in Chicago has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Takowasabi, Aemono and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Kitchen
The Kitchen in Chicago has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Takowasabi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Kitchen
The Kitchen in Chicago has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Takowasabi, Aemono and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Kitchen
The Kitchen in Chicago has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Karaage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Kitchen
The Kitchen in Chicago has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Aemono and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Kitchen
The Kitchen in Chicago has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Aemono and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at The Kitchen
The Kitchen in Chicago has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Yakitori, Aemono and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at The Kitchen
The Kitchen in Chicago has 4 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Karaage, Yakitori and Aemono. 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 The Kitchen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Karaage | 0 g | 17 g |
| Yakitori | 0.5 g | 9.3 g |
| Edamame | 2.8 g | 8.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Cold Appetizers
- Edamame - $8: Steamed soybean pods season with fleur de sel Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aemono - $12: Seasonal vegetables dressed with tofu, sesame, miso. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takowasabi - $14: Bite-size raw octopus marinated in wasabi and dashi broth. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Warm Appetizers
- Yakitori - $10: Skewered charcoal-grilled chicken Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karaage - $15: Fried chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza - Pork and Chive - $8: Japanese dumplings, fried or steamed - 6 per order Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza - Chicken - $8: Japanese dumplings, fried or steamed - 6 per order Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza - Tofu and Vegetables - $8: Japanese dumplings, fried or steamed - 6 per order Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about The Kitchen
- Is The Kitchen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Kitchen has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Takowasabi, Aemono and Edamame.
- What can I eat at The Kitchen on a dairy-free diet?
- Takowasabi, Aemono and Edamame carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Kitchen have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Aemono and Edamame.
- Is The Kitchen gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 The Kitchen?
- Karaage, at roughly 17g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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