Amaru Restaurant

Amaru Restaurant Pan Latin bites, crafted cocktails & all-around good vibes in the heart of Chicago. 🥑

Shared plates. Big laughs. Talking over each other. One more cocktail than you planned on.The kind of table you don’t wa...
06/04/2026

Shared plates. Big laughs. Talking over each other. One more cocktail than you planned on.

The kind of table you don’t want to leave.

This is Amaru.

FAther’s Day, ALL DAY at Amaru! From 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM, enjoy some of your favorite dishes along with a few brunch c...
06/03/2026

FAther’s Day, ALL DAY at Amaru!

From 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM, enjoy some of your favorite dishes along with a few brunch creations from Chef Rodolfo—simple, thoughtful, and made with Dad in mind.

Plus, don’t miss our Father’s Day Lechona — $70: blistered pork skin stuffed with slow-roasted pork shoulder and Puerto Rican dirty rice, served with salsa criolla, charred citrus, smoked pan jus, and warm arepas.

Join us for a slow brunch, a later dinner, or something in between.

If you’re not ordering the Papas Bravas, someone at your table should be. Crispy potatoes. Chipotle aioli. Cotija cheese...
06/01/2026

If you’re not ordering the Papas Bravas, someone at your table should be.

Crispy potatoes. Chipotle aioli. Cotija cheese.

05/28/2026

For National Burger Day, our burger is ready for its close-up 🍔

Frita Cubana — beef chorizo patty, burnt garlic aioli, shoestring potatoes, caramelized onion, and cheese.

Bold, messy, and camera-ready. Only at Amaru.

If you had to choose… which Amaru cocktail are you? 🍹✨🐋 The fun one🍊 The bold one🦩 The dramatic one🌺 The tropical escape...
05/26/2026

If you had to choose… which Amaru cocktail are you? 🍹✨

🐋 The fun one
🍊 The bold one
🦩 The dramatic one
🌺 The tropical escape

Tell us your personality below 👇

Meet Linda — the woman who runs the show at Amaru. “The vibe here is my favorite part. Sometimes it doesn’t even feel li...
05/25/2026

Meet Linda — the woman who runs the show at Amaru.

“The vibe here is my favorite part. Sometimes it doesn’t even feel like work… just fun,” she says.

When asked what dish she’d recommend right now?
“The ceviche. We just launched a new version and it’s perfect for summer.” 🔥

But what Linda loves most is the community.
“Staff, regulars, new faces — everyone feels more like a friend than a client. Everyone’s a guest here, and we want them to feel safe, welcome, and at home.”

If you see Linda at Amaru, don’t forget to say hi.

Warning: these disappear fast.Shrimp ChicharrĂłn with rock shrimp, aji dulce, chile morita, and herbs. Crunchy, spicy, ad...
05/22/2026

Warning: these disappear fast.

Shrimp ChicharrĂłn with rock shrimp, aji dulce, chile morita, and herbs. Crunchy, spicy, addictive.

Our rum smoked butter should honestly have its own fan club by now.
05/19/2026

Our rum smoked butter should honestly have its own fan club by now.

Catch the ceviche tonight.Finished with aji amarillo leche de tigre, green apple, cucumber, and blueberry garlic preserv...
05/16/2026

Catch the ceviche tonight.

Finished with aji amarillo leche de tigre, green apple, cucumber, and blueberry garlic preserve. Ask your server about today’s fish selection.

This is the one everyone ends up talking about. Pulpo Gallego: Spanish octopus, kale, white beans, smoked paprika.
05/12/2026

This is the one everyone ends up talking about.

Pulpo Gallego: Spanish octopus, kale, white beans, smoked paprika.

05/07/2026

You are thinking about Mom… right? 🌸

Let’s turn up the heat this Mother’s Day at Amaru.
All day, 10:30am–8:30pm

Full menu + special brunch dishes—bright, bold, and made to share.

Come for brunch, stay for dinner.

Cinco de Mayo doesn’t end early.We’re taking it late tonight—Reverse Happy Hour with , tequila cocktails, Chef Rodolfo’s...
05/05/2026

Cinco de Mayo doesn’t end early.

We’re taking it late tonight—Reverse Happy Hour with , tequila cocktails, Chef Rodolfo’s bites, and on the decks.

9PM–Midnight
Amaru Chicago

Are you thinking about Mom right now? We hope so. 🌸Mother’s Day, all day at Amaru10:30am–8:30pmFull menu + special brunc...
05/04/2026

Are you thinking about Mom right now? We hope so. 🌸

Mother’s Day, all day at Amaru
10:30am–8:30pm

Full menu + special brunch dishes from Chef Rodolfo—bright citrus, warm spice, Latin flavors made to share.

Come for brunch, stay for dinner—keep Mom at the center of the table.

Cinco de Mayo, but make it late night. For one night only, we’re hosting a special Reverse Happy Hour this Tuesday, May ...
04/29/2026

Cinco de Mayo, but make it late night.

For one night only, we’re hosting a special Reverse Happy Hour this Tuesday, May 5th, in collaboration with !

Join us for an evening of premium tequila cocktails and curated Latin bites by Chef Rodolfo—all set to the sounds by Gonzo Jay spinning live.

The Details:
Tuesday, May 5th ONLY 9:00 PM – Midnight Beats by Amaru Chicago

Amaru x Santa MasaTamal Tuesday starts tonight.Chef Rodolfo Cuadros joins forces with Chef Dani Espinoza (Santa Masa) fo...
04/28/2026

Amaru x Santa Masa

Tamal Tuesday starts tonight.

Chef Rodolfo Cuadros joins forces with Chef Dani Espinoza (Santa Masa) for a one-night-only drop—two limited-edition tamales celebrating heirloom corn and bold Pan-Latin flavor.

Once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Tonight | 5PM until sold out

Big night for the family ❤️Congratulations to our sister restaurant, on their opening tonight—we couldn’t be more proud...
04/23/2026

Big night for the family ❤️

Congratulations to our sister restaurant, on their opening tonight—we couldn’t be more proud.

The hype is real… go see (and taste) for yourself. Make a reservation and check it out 🔥

We’re kicking off our collaboration series with something special—Chef Rodolfo Cuadros teams up with Chef Daniel Espinoz...
04/20/2026

We’re kicking off our collaboration series with something special—Chef Rodolfo Cuadros teams up with Chef Daniel Espinoza of Santa Masa for a one-night-only drop.

Two limited-edition tamales. Rooted in heirloom corn. Pushed by bold, Pan-Latin flavor. When they’re gone, they’re gone.

Pull up to Wicker Park and get in on it.

The Details:
Chef Dani Espinoza (Santa Masa) x Chef Rodolfo Cuadros (Amaru)
Tuesday, April 28
5PM — until sold out!

04/15/2026

Honored to be part of something bigger than the plate.

Chef Rodolfo Cuadros will be taking the main stage at the College Board’s Prepárate: Educating Latinos for the Future of America conference in Chicago—joining the conversation “Nuestra Cultura: From Classroom to Kitchen—Latino Paths to Business.”

From the classroom to the kitchen, this is about culture, identity, and the many paths that shape our community.

Grateful to share space, stories, and perspective alongside fellow chefs and leaders pushing the narrative forward.

Nos vemos en Chicago. 🇲🇽✨

When it comes to our plantains, we like them a little sweet… and piled high 😌Crispy, caramelized, stacked just right—fin...
04/09/2026

When it comes to our plantains, we like them a little sweet… and piled high 😌

Crispy, caramelized, stacked just right—finished with queso fresco, fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of goodness.

Sweet, salty, and a little bit of heat. The perfect way to start the night.Piononos: Chorizo-stuffed plantains, bacon, a...
04/06/2026

Sweet, salty, and a little bit of heat. The perfect way to start the night.

Piononos: Chorizo-stuffed plantains, bacon, and sofrito.

What does a beautiful spring Monday call for? A rum flight at Amaru 🍹Sip your way through our curated lineup of artisana...
03/30/2026

What does a beautiful spring Monday call for? A rum flight at Amaru 🍹

Sip your way through our curated lineup of artisanal rums—each one bringing its own story, depth, and flavor.

Amaru Rum Flight — $23
Planteray Original Dark
Kasama Small Batch
Dos Maderas Double Aged 5+3
Brugal 1888

Come hang, taste, and let Monday feel a little more like the weekend ✨

St. Patrick’s Day rule: never go home without a proper burger. We’ve got you covered.
03/17/2026

St. Patrick’s Day rule: never go home without a proper burger. We’ve got you covered.

Meet Vicente 👋The heart and leadership behind the scenes at Amaru.As Director of Operations, Vicente brings passion, pos...
03/12/2026

Meet Vicente 👋
The heart and leadership behind the scenes at Amaru.

As Director of Operations, Vicente brings passion, positivity, and a deep love for hospitality to everything he does. His favorite parts about working with the Bloom & Amaru team? The incredible food, the daily challenges that keep things exciting, and the amazing staff who make it all happen.

When it comes to what to order, Vicente has strong opinions:
🥪 While Bloom may be closed, he still dreams about the brunch sandwiches.
🇨🇴 At Amaru, he recommends Piononos and Pastel de Elote — two dishes he could eat all day.

What drives him in hospitality is something deeper:

“We have the opportunity to nurture people, but we also carry the responsibility to impact people’s lives.”

Next time you’re at Amaru, be sure to say hi to Vicente — he’s one of the people making the magic happen behind the scenes and the kindest leader in hospitality in Chicago!

We’re honored to be named one of The Best Restaurants in Wicker Park by .Wicker Park is full of incredible places to ea...
03/09/2026

We’re honored to be named one of The Best Restaurants in Wicker Park by .

Wicker Park is full of incredible places to eat, so being included on this list means a lot to our team. Thank you to everyone who continues to dine with us, celebrate with us, and support what we do at Amaru.

Come see what makes Wicker Park one of Chicago’s best food neighborhoods.

Join us March 9th from 3PM–5PM at Amaru for a spirited deep dive into Jamaica’s legendary Hampden Estate Rum.From fermen...
03/02/2026

Join us March 9th from 3PM–5PM at Amaru for a spirited deep dive into Jamaica’s legendary Hampden Estate Rum.

From fermentation to flavor, we’re breaking down the bold, high-ester magic — then putting it to work behind the bar.

$65 per person includes:
• Guided Hampden tasting
• Hands-on cocktail session
• Latin bites from the Amaru cocina
• Interactive Q&A with the Hampden + Amaru crew

Spots are limited — click here to reserve: https://www.ubme.com/event/0273c21c-e0b9-4d66-bbb0-9cfd7bd20446

Address

1904 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 9pm
Tuesday 5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 10pm
Saturday 5pm - 10pm
Sunday 5pm - 8pm

Telephone

+17736879790

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