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Restaurant
Spice by CMB
Contemporary•Chicago•moderate
Spice by CMB is one of the best contemporary restaurants in Chicago for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.
Spice by CMB is the kind of contemporary room you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes and Chia Pudding also give you a decent sense of the menu.
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Rating (Google) 10.0
44 reviews
Chicago
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10.0
Rating
Based on 44 reviews
Best for
date night and dinner
Price and pace
moderate
Neighborhood
Chicago | 2853 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA
Price
moderate
Google rating
10.0 from 44 reviews
Phone
(773) 654-3376
Inside the restaurant
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Menu and ordering
Spice by CMB menu: what to order
Start with the dishes below, drawn from the restaurant details and TastyPals notes available on this page. Spice by CMB is listed in the moderate price range. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.
Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes
avocado & chimichurri
Chia Pudding
oat milk, coconut, pistachios, seasonal fruit & granola
Chef O's Beef Hash
braised short rib, fried egg, crispy potatoes & cheddar cheese
Shrimp or Catfish & Grits
andouille & WI aged white cheddar
Potato Pancake
smoked salmon, dill hollandaise, capers, herb salad, soft-poached egg, & marinated red onion
Why go
What makes Spice by CMB worth the move
Spice by CMB is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes and Chia Pudding also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 10.0 rating across 44 Google reviews.
What to know fast
Public rating
10.0 from 44 Google reviews
Best for
date night and dinner
Style
Contemporary in Chicago
Spend
moderate
Best for
Know before you go
Google rating: 10.0 from 44 reviews
Price point: moderate
Popular dishes: Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Chia Pudding, Chef O's Beef Hash
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10.0 from 44 reviews
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Plan the visit
Quick details
- Address
- 2853 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA
- Phone
- (773) 654-3376
- Price
- moderate
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 10.0 (44 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Contemporary
- Neighborhood
- Chicago
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Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Spice by CMB serve?
Spice by CMB is a Contemporary restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Spice by CMB is the kind of contemporary room you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more. Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes and Chia Pudding also give you a decent sense of the menu.
What is Spice by CMB best for?
Spice by CMB is best for new openings, dinner, date night, new. Spice by CMB is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes and Chia Pudding also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 10.0 rating across 44 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Spice by CMB?
Spice by CMB is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 10.0 from 44 reviews
What should I order at Spice by CMB?
Start with Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Chia Pudding, Chef O's Beef Hash and Shrimp or Catfish & Grits. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.
Is Spice by CMB worth visiting?
Spice by CMB holds a 10.0 Google rating from 44 reviews. Spice by CMB is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes and Chia Pudding also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 10.0 rating across 44 Google reviews.
Where is Spice by CMB located?
Spice by CMB is located at 2853 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Does Spice by CMB take reservations?
Yes, Spice by CMB accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.
Is Spice by CMB good for a date night?
Yes — Spice by CMB is tagged for date night dining. Spice by CMB is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Date-Glazed Sweet Potatoes and Chia Pudding also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 10.0 rating across 44 Google reviews.
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