KAMA - West Loop

Blending Indian heritage with a contemporary culinary approach, Kama West Loop brings modern Indian dining to the heart of Chicago with bold flavors shaped by modernist technique and global influences, refined cocktails, and an artful, trend-forward setting. Rooted in Indian heritage and reimagined through a contemporary lens, Kama offers scratch-made dishes crafted with high-quality ingredients, layered spices, and a fresh, elevated approach to hospitality. From intimate dinners to lively nights out, guests can expect a distinctive dining experience that feels both energetic and welcoming.

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Happy Hour | Monday - Sunday | 4–5:30 PM kulcha sqash & Oaxaca cheese 10 | Onion chili cheese 12 | braised lamb 14 chili potatoes 10 crispy potato, harissa tomato glaze sweet potato chaat 12 yogurt mousse, tamarind & mint chutney taco trio 12 barbacoa | curried lamb | vindaloo chicken CLASSIC COCKTAILS 10 vodka martini negroni chai old fashioned margarita bar special - bartender's handcrafted creation - unique, seasonal WINES 8 gerard bertrand crèmant rose - 2021, Limoux, France vignaioli di s. stefano muscat - 2024, Asti, Italy pago de valdoneje mencía - 2024, Bierzo, Spain BEER 4 old style - lager • chicago, il • 4.6% abv, pint

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Late Night Vibes | Reverse Happy Hour | 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM A late-night experience designed for drinks, energy, and elevated vibes. Join us for a stylish after-hours scene featuring select house mixers, beer, & specialty drinks. Late Night Specials: Signature Kulcha - roasted squash & Oaxaca cheese $10 | Thai chili Oaxaca cheese $12 | braised lamb, shorba jus $14 Taco Trio $12 - curried lamb Kerala barbacoa | vindaloo chicken Chili Potatoes $10 - crispy potatoes, harissa-tomato glaze Sweet Potato Chaat $12 - caramelized Japanese yams, cardamom yogurt mousse, tamarind-mint chutney, crispy chickpeas LATE NIGHT DRINKS Kama Specialty $14 el Conquistador - Japanese chili infused tequila, spicy tamarind chutney, agave, rose water Classic $14 Chai Old Fashion spirit-forward Passion Margarita citrus-forward House Mixers $12 vodka | rum | tequila cranberry | orange | soda BEER $4 Michelob Ultra Bar Stool Bum

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Late Night Vibes | Reverse Happy Hour | 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM A late-night experience designed for drinks, energy, and elevated vibes. Join us for a stylish after-hours scene featuring select house mixers, beer, & specialty drinks. Late Night Specials: Signature Kulcha - roasted squash & Oaxaca cheese $10 | Thai chili Oaxaca cheese $12 | braised lamb, shorba jus $14 Taco Trio $12 - curried lamb Kerala barbacoa | vindaloo chicken Chili Potatoes $10 - crispy potatoes, harissa-tomato glaze Sweet Potato Chaat $12 - caramelized Japanese yams, cardamom yogurt mousse, tamarind-mint chutney, crispy chickpeas LATE NIGHT DRINKS Kama Specialty $14 el Conquistador - Japanese chili infused tequila, spicy tamarind chutney, agave, rose water Classic $14 Chai Old Fashion spirit-forward Passion Margarita citrus-forward House Mixers $12 vodka | rum | tequila cranberry | orange | soda BEER $4 Michelob Ultra Bar Stool Bum

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OPEN FROM 12 PM Starters: Signature Kulcha roasted squash, Oaxaca cheese, coriander 13 | Onion chili cheese 15 | braised lamb, shorba jus 18 Beet & Goat Cheese Salad 18 pickled beets, cumin goat cheese, blueberry vinaigrette, candied pecans, orange Chili Potatoes 14 crispy steak fries, julienned bell peppers, harissa-tomato glaze Taco Trio 18 curried lamb, Kerala barbacoa, or vindaloo chicken Ghee Roasted Cauliflower 20 brown butter yogurt, chimichurri, mint chutney, spiced walnuts Sweet Potato Chaat 16 caramelized Japanese yams, cardamom yogurt mousse, tamarind-mint chutney, crispy chickpeas, orange Goan Mussels 23 tomato-tamarind coconut nage, white wine, leeks, ginger Lamb Chops 38 char-grilled lamb chops, peeli mirch, cumin hummus, mint chutney Large Plates: parmesan, mozzarella, makhani alla vodka Malai Kofta 26 potato and paneer dumplings, tomato korma Saag Burrata 30 coarse-puréed spinach, fenugreek and mustard greens, dill, chili-garlic confit Butter Chicken 35 Joyce Farms roasted half chicken, fenugreek, makhani Short Rib 45 tamarind-achari glazed, mashed potatoes, pickled heritage carrots Lamb Chop Korma 48 char-grilled peeli mirch lamb chops, cashew, almond, and poppy seed korma Lamb Shank Vindaloo 44 Colorado lamb shank, Carolina Reaper harissa Chilean Seabass Molly 58 lemongrass, turmeric coconut curry, chili oil Black Cod Kerala Curry 44 coconut milk, tamarind-tomato curry *contains naturally occurring small bones Roganjosh |or| Tikka Masala Paneer 26 | Chicken 26 | Lamb 28 Sides: Naan & Sauces

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Happy Hour Special Monday–Friday | 4–5:30 PM Paneer or Chicken Tikka Masala + Beer | $20 Bold flavors, cold beer, and the perfect after-work combo.

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Our Family-Style Experience features a curated menu with KAMA signature dishes, shareable starters, elevated Indian flavors, house sides, and desserts — designed to be enjoyed together. 4 guests minimum *for smaller groups selection will be adjusted to 2items per section * Children ages 0–3 dine complimentary 4-course menu | $50 per person STARTERS (pick 2 for 2 guests, otherwise all 3 served for larger group) Chili Potatoes crispy steak fries, harissa tomato glaze Tacos | 1 per person curried lamb | kerala barbacoa | vindaloo chicken Sweet Potato Chaat yogurt mousse, tamarind & mint chutney MAIN COURSE (Choose 1 per person) 4 Cheese Ravioli paneer, ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella, fenugreek, vodka a’la makhani Saag Burrata coarse-puréed spinach, fenugreek & mustard greens, dill, chili-garlic confit Malai Kofta potato & paneer dumplings, tomato korma Butter Chicken +$10 Joyce Farms roasted half chicken, fenugreek, makhani Tikka Masala Choice of: Paneer | Chicken | Lamb roma tomato reduction, flavored with fenugreek & Kama garam masala Lamb Shank Vindaloo +$20 Colorado lamb, carolina reaper harissa Roganjosh Choice of: Paneer | Chicken | Lamb caramelized onions, yogurt & whole spices Chilean Seabass Molly +$25 lemongrass, turmeric coconut curry, chili oil SIDES (pick 2 for 2 guests, otherwise all 4 served for larger group) Dal Makhani Ghee Mashed Potatoes Garlic Naan Basket Basmati Rice DESSERTS (all desserts included for group of 4 and more, 2 guests 1 dessert to share) Kulfi creamy cardamom-saffron, pistachios, blueberry chutney Kheer Brûlée cherry reduction, cardamom oil, toasted coconut

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