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Kayao Restaurant
Kayao Restaurant is one of the best peruvian restaurants in Chicago for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Old Town.
Kayao Restaurant suits a night out in Old Town when you want peruvian that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Rating (Google) 9.6
1,132 reviews
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9.6
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Based on 1132 reviews
Best used for
date night and dinner
Price and pace
moderate
Neighborhood
Old Town · 1252 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
Price
moderate
Google rating
9.6 from 1,132 reviews
Phone
(872) 342-2246
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What makes Kayao Restaurant worth the move
Kayao Restaurant works for date night in Old Town because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 1,132 Google reviews.
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Public rating
9.6 from 1,132 Google reviews
Best used for
date night and dinner
Style
Peruvian in Old Town
Spend
moderate
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Google rating: 9.6 from 1,132 reviews
Price point: moderate
Website linked on this page
Phone number available
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For now, Kayao Restaurant holds a 9.6 rating across 1,132 Google reviews.
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What cuisine does Kayao Restaurant serve?
Kayao Restaurant is a Peruvian restaurant located in Old Town, Chicago. Kayao Restaurant suits a night out in Old Town when you want peruvian that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
What is Kayao Restaurant best for?
Kayao Restaurant is best for classic, dinner, date night. Kayao Restaurant works for date night in Old Town because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 1,132 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Kayao Restaurant?
Kayao Restaurant is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.6 from 1,132 reviews
Is Kayao Restaurant worth visiting?
Kayao Restaurant holds a 9.6 Google rating from 1,132 reviews. Kayao Restaurant works for date night in Old Town because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 1,132 Google reviews.
Where is Kayao Restaurant located?
Kayao Restaurant is located at 1252 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Does Kayao Restaurant take reservations?
Yes, Kayao Restaurant accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.
Is Kayao Restaurant good for a date night?
Yes — Kayao Restaurant is tagged for date night dining. Kayao Restaurant works for date night in Old Town because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 1,132 Google reviews.
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