Kama Bistro - Wicker Park

Name: Kama Bistro - Wicker Park
Address: 1560 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, Chicago, IL, 60622.0, US
Telephone: +1 773-904-7640
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

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Kama Bistro - Wicker Park — reliable indian in Wicker Park that keeps people coming back. Order the Samosas. Contemporary look with thoughtful details. Ted s: "The chicken was tender and well-marinated, perfectly complemented by the rich, creamy spinach sauce"

Experience Breakdown

🍴Food

5.0

👥Service

5.0

✨Ambiance

5.0

💬Sentiment

4.8

Ted s

147 reviews

Highlights

RomanticCozyTrendyOld SchoolFamily FriendlyGreat CocktailsQuick BiteGreat For GroupsInstagram WorthyDate NightFast Service

Must Try

SamosasMusselsBarbacoa Tacos

What Diners Are Saying

Diners loved

Strong cocktail menuCreative/unique menuGreat for date nightAuthentic flavorsWarm, welcoming staffBeautiful presentation

Some noted

Specialties

Samosas
Mussels
barbacoa tacos

Location

1560 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

What 426+ diners say about Kama Bistro - Wicker Park

“The meat was so tender it practically fell off the bone, and the aromatic sauce it was served with was deliciously rich and savory The Garlic Naan was an excellent accompaniment to our meals, freshly baked and garlicky”

I went to Kama recently and everything hit. I got the spicy chicken tikka masala and it was super creamy with a solid kick, not overwhelming, just right. It came with white rice and paired perfectly with the garlic naan. The samosas were crispy on the outside and really soft on the inside and flavorful. the sauces they came with were perfect, one was a sweet jam (I think tamarind…) and the other reminded me of a chimichurri style sauce, I couldn’t choose which one is better. The crispy chili potatoes were the star of the show. Exactly as described on the menu, crispy on the outside, soft and steamy on the inside, and tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce. I also got a Kamarita and it was perfectly balanced with salt on the rim, rich yellow color, and spicy. The spice is strong at first but went down easy. I’ve ordered on Uber Eats many times after going in.

“We had an incredible experience at Bistro in Wicker Park.”

We had an incredible experience at Bistro in Wicker Park. The food and cocktails were absolutely amazing, but what truly made our visit unforgettable was our server, Mallory. She went above and beyond to make us feel special, even accommodating our request for an intimate table for a special occasion. Service like that is rare these days, and we truly appreciated the care and attention she gave us. Highly recommend!

Jan 2026

“Busy. Vibrant. The curry was top tier and light. The playlist and ambience were great. Resy highly...”

Deshawn Peterson

Dec 2025

“Wonderful atmosphere and delicious food.”

Wonderful atmosphere and delicious food! Our server/bartender was also excellent. All dishes were perfectly timed, and they made sure to ask us about spice levels and other preferences. The cocktails are unique, and the mocktails were refreshing and tasty. The crispy chili potatoes and the lamb shank are a must!!

Nikola Bogdanov

Dec 2025

“I recently visited Kama Bistro and ordered the Malai Kofta along with Garlic Naan, and I was truly impressed.”

I recently visited Kama Bistro and ordered the Malai Kofta along with Garlic Naan, and I was truly impressed. The taste was delicious — rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The garlic naan was fresh and paired beautifully with the dish. The service was excellent as well. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect throughout my visit. On top of that, the atmosphere of the restaurant was warm and welcoming, creating a great dining experience. Overall, I had a wonderful time at Kama Bistro and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for authentic and tasty Indian cuisine.

Neel Patel

Nov 2025

“We went here for dinner to celebrate Diwali.”

We went here for dinner to celebrate Diwali. Loved the food and the cocktails here especially the apps chilli potatoes and the lemon chicken. For our mains we ordered the braised lamb in achari curry, the Goan fish curry and the paneer ravioli. All 3 mains were very tasty. We ended the night with desserts - both the chai tiramisu and the bourbon gulab jamun were amazing. The maraschino cherries with the tiramisu was a perfect counterbalance to the sweet gulab jamuns. Would definitely come back.

Siddharth Ranadive

Oct 2025

“Amazing experience they went above n beyond explaining the drinks and we had a birthday celebration...”

Amazing experience they went above n beyond explaining the drinks and we had a birthday celebration which they took extra efforts to make it into a mini surprise. Food had flavors drinks were good and the server were really good. I would say it will leave you with a nice experience as well as taste.

Rupi K

Oct 2025

“I have ordered from Kama several times over the past year- usually I get the barbacoa tacos and...”

I have ordered from Kama several times over the past year- usually I get the barbacoa tacos and samosas, but after their menu change/update they no longer have the tacos. 🥺 Their samosas are delicious, though. I wish I could eat more on their menu but with my dairy/egg allergy I am pretty restricted. However, the taste profiles of the tacos and samosas were on point and my partner says their tikka masala is the best she's ever had. I would highly recommend giving them a try if you haven't already... you won't regret it!

Hayley Turner

Sep 2025

“Really good Indian food restaurant, the food is 10/10, I can go there for the lamb every day.”

Really good Indian food restaurant, the food is 10/10, I can go there for the lamb every day! cocktails is 10/10 and service is 10/10. Good place for a good date night

leke kunuji

Aug 2025

“Saturday lunch date with my husband.”

Saturday lunch date with my husband! 🥰 Hands down, one of the best Chicken Tikka Masalas we’ve ever had. We also tried the Chilly Potato (10/10) — not the usual Indo-Chinese style, but more of a chatpata chaat vibe, which we loved! Dal Makhani was good too (8/10) For drinks, we went with Mango Lassi, and it was just as delicious! Def recommend KAMA

Dr Enya Kalia

Aug 2025

“We went to try a refined Indian restaurant that was worth the hour and a half drive.”

We went to try a refined Indian restaurant that was worth the hour and a half drive. The food was excellent, and we particularly enjoyed the crispy chili potatoes, Malai kofta, and paneer lemon Tadka. The service was also a highlight, with the manager, David, making our experience wonderful. Finally, we were so impressed that the desserts were worth "cheating" on our weekend diet for, specifically mentioning the seasonal kulfi. Overall, it was a meal that was well worth the trip.

G Bhullar

Aug 2025

“husband and i had a fantastic dinner here.”

husband and i had a fantastic dinner here. the food was absolutely delicious, mocktails were great, and the service was awesome. you can tell they all care about the experience of the dining room as a whole, ‘cause everyone was serving us, even if they weren’t a server. the atmosphere is laid back and comfortable. i had the achari masala with braised lamb and he had the saag spinach masala with black tiger prawns. the curry is so flavorful and proteins were cooked perfectly. samosas were warm and savory.