Kurimu

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I got soooo lucky and randomly walked in during their seasonal Thai tea and coconut soft serve ice cream!! I LOVE COCONUT SO MUCH I WAS SO HAPPY I COULD EXPLODE!! We tried the coconut soft serve and added on a $1 mochi bites. This was so so so so so good - tasted just like that coconut milk drink in a black skinny tin can with the Asian lady in a funny pose IYKYK. Literally my childhood!! My fav drink ever basically converted into a creamy milky smooth soft serve cup. I wish they'd keep this flavor forever cuz I'd go every day if I could tbh. There's a few seats inside with cute Dora's on decor, and the service is super quick! read more

Kurimu - Coconut soft serve with mochi - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Kari O.

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(Kari's Rating 9.5/10) I always stop by here after know or whatever does adventure I've gone on and I think in way too full to get dessert but-NOPE! I always have room for Kurimu. When I went, I got two scoops of the cereal and milk flavor ice cream in a cone and they made it into a duck or some sort of cute animal. Wow it was adorable! I'd come here alone for the aesthetic, staff and attention to detail they out into their ice creams. Friday and Saturday night expect a line but it's definitely worth it! Unfortunately I did not take a picture as I ate it that fast! read more

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Pa Zao L.

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I like how they have new flavors throughout the year but that makes it difficult when you find a great one. I got the s'mores flavor and it's my favorite one so far! You are able to try samples. There are a couple of tables on the upper level but not the best for bigger groups. No public bathroom and parking can be difficult to find at this location. read more

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Becky K.

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Lots of yummy flavors, staff is super friendly and helpful. Unique flavors and tons of topping options. read more

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Ashley C.

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I stopped by Kuriumu this past weekend, and I was a little underwhelmed. To start off, the shop was pretty empty when we came by, and this was probably around 7 pm on a Saturday. We got an ube/pandan soft serve in a cone, and it was so tiny for its price point. The ice cream was quite creamy and pretty delicious! However, I think it could have used a bit more of an ube flavor. Overall, I am not quite sure that I would return. I am sure that there are better dessert shops in Chicago. The store was cute though! Edit: the ice cream looks like it is a decent size in the photo, but it was so skinny in real life ... read more

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Kurimu has such good ice cream! They have interesting flavors that are done very well. I couldn't make a choice, so I ended up getting the flight! With the flight, you can't choose which flavors you get. The person working chooses what to give you. But it's okay because the person working chose the best flavors for me!! I tried: pandan, mango yuzu, black sugar boba, matcha kit kat, coconut, and vanilla. They were all very good, with either pandan or matcha being my favorite. My only complaint is this tiny flimsy piece of cardboard they give you to hold the cones. It's a super cute idea! However, it is extremely difficult to balance this and eat the ice cream. Something with just a liiiittle more structure would have been so great. Otherwise you might just need to get a bowl and spoon. read more

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Mark O.

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2025 Chicago. Post-lunch review. Ice cream. Ordered: Double scoop cup (came with mini cone on top): Mango sticky rice Almond cookie Overall, really well done Asian flavors. "As good as it gets." read more

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Michelle G.

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I like the fun flavors Kurimu has (pandan, ramune, and carebear flavor which was a mix of lychee, mango, and I think ube) and the cute collaborations they do with other brands/cute cartoons (like currently, Doraemon). However, while I enjoy trying their ice cream, I don't think this is an ice cream I can have a lot of (and ultimately I wish Chicago had better ice cream options comparable to LA or NYC). Overall, this place is solid and I might get it if I'm in the area, but probably won't trek out here just to eat their ice cream. read more

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Came here a few weeks ago while the Line friends collab was still in season. Got the Choco Banana and Mango Sticky Rice in a Midnight Vanilla cone. Kind of pricey for ice cream but very much worth it. Even the place is super cute, with space to sit and hang in the loft, whereas the other location in UIC is very small. My only gripe is that at the time I went with my group of friends, the guy making my ice cream gave standoffish vibes. Could be a stressful day, but even the girl working with him looking stressed was still polite and had better customer service. Also when asked about adding boba as a topping to my ice cream, he said he can put it in a cup -- whereas the UIC location, the standard is to put boba in the bottom of the cone. I didn't like his method so I didn't get boba this time. But otherwise, I love the concept of an ice cream shop showcasing Asian flavors. I wish we had one in South Florida! read more

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Mehveen A.

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Good choice of ice cream. Not overwhelmed by the menu as other places I've gone to. The workers were helpful in choosing a flavor and even let me sample some. I loved their dalgona coffee and their mango cloud. Their flavors are very unique and worth trying. read more

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Smit P.

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Good spot for ice cream with unique flavors. My favorite is the black sesame -- rich and delicious. Service and ambiance are okay, but worth stopping by for the ice cream itself. read more

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This is a perfect ice cream spot. The banana KitKat ice cream was amazing. My wife got the pandan coconut soft serve and she absolutely loved it. Cute vibes and great service. read more

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Ella W.

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I love it here. I think it's awesome that they incorporate Asian flavors. The servings are very generous. The staff is always friendly. And the ambiance is everything an instagram poster could need. My favorite is anything with taro. read more

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Ye L.

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I can't begin to understand why this place exists. Overpriced Asian sugary drinks with minor connection to Doraemon. Do many Chicagoans have a strong connection or nostalgia for that? Yet, there was a solid line the entire time I was there. My lychee sparkling drink was literally just lychee syrup and soda water at a ridiculous price. I will say that the place is clean and bright, but I can't imagine why I'd come there more than once. A standard boba place would be better and cheaper. read more

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Great flavor options! The flavors are Asian inspired with Thai Tea, Milk Tea, Taro, Matcha, Mango Pomelo and more. The soft serve has been a great option in the past, but on this last visit the machine was down which limited the menu selection. Flavors were great and no overly sweet which made for an enjoyable treat. There was decent room for seating inside and Doraemon inspired decor. The service was good. We didn't wait to place our order and the employees were pleasant. I'll be back for takeaway pints! read more

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Becca K.

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I've only been to the Schaumburg location when the Miffy collab was going on. I was really impressed with the interior and the doraemon theme! It's hard to find Asian flavored ice cream in Chicago and I was blown away with the taste of the pandan ice cream! I hope you guys keep the pandan as a permanent flavor! read more

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Kangni X.

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Dropped by after sushi to try their seasonal soft serve. This time it was coconut and chocolate. They offered a Dubai chocolate soft serve option which I tried. They put melted chocolate and knafeh on the walls of the cup before putting in the soft serve and topped it with grounded pistachios. I wish it was better mixed up because the ground pistachios keep falling off and the chocolate +knafeh was hard to get to until you're halfway through. The knafeh added a nice texture so I wish they had more mixed in. This location doesn't have as many of the tea/asian flavored ice cream options either compared to the Taylor street location. read more

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Cindy N.

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My go to spot whenever I'm in town! I love the thrill of new flavors that you won't really find anywhere else! When in doubt try the ice cream flight in which the servers usually chooses for you or like me...I like to get a pint to snack on in my hotel room for my late night cravings. I also love the constant changes in theme --so cute! If you're lucky you get to meet the character! The staff are always very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend stopping by here for your ice cream cravings! read more

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Angie N.

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Such great flavor variety! I really appreciate the Asian flavors they have and the quality. I do think some flavors are hit or miss, but I loved what I got! I did the pandan coconut soft serve with boba topping and it was easily one of the best desserts I've had in Chicago. Service was fast and the workers were very friendly! A very cutesy vibe and would come back again. read more

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Phyllis C.

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A bit pricy but well worth for rotating, unique Asian flavors! The service is quick and friendly. The Miffy ice cream came out to ~$9, which is more than I was expecting, but it's Miffy so worth the splurge. I loved the whole Miffy collab theme for the shop. I got the Mango Sticky Rice flavor, which was delicious with its mochi bits. The mango wasn't super strong but still delicious! The ice cream was soft and the cone wasn't too sweet. Only -1 star because I would expect an Asian ice cream store to have at least 1 dairy-free flavor at all times. Because they didn't, the friend I came with couldn't get anything except a drink :( read more

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Lisa D.

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Wanted a sweet treat to take home after dinner out. The pints of ice cream here hit the spot. Amazing flavors. We got Thai tea and milk tea flavors. Lots to choose from. Yum. read more

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Jessica C.

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Kurimu is such a cool spot -- literally and aesthetically. The neon purple lights and sleek interior make it the perfect place to snap a few pics before diving in. I got the charcoal vanilla and Harajuku strawberry swirl, and it was amazing! The charcoal vanilla had a smooth, creamy flavor with a subtle hint of smokiness, while the strawberry added the perfect fruity sweetness. Together, they were perfectly balanced and so refreshing. Definitely one of the most unique and delicious soft serves in the city! read more

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Marcos R.

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Pretty nice little spot here for unique ice cream, toppings, and flavors. As you can see I enjoyed a little ice cream cone after a long day. They have a good seating area on the second floor away from the ordering lower level which I liked. The staff is very helpful and greets you with a great smile. read more

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Maria A.

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Staff friendly. Flavor choices too plentiful. The staff said I could try 6 and it really was hard. Finally went with the mocha chip in orange creamsicle cone which was just as tasty. Plenty of searing up top. Very clean. Lots of fun collabs. We missed Snoopy last year. I think this is the second Kurimu location we have visited. Like it. Glad they are popping up more as it makes it easier to visit. read more

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Sagar S.

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The ice cream here is good enough that you almost forget the atmosphere. Almost. I asked for two scoops of black sesame, which a customer ahead of me had purchased a couple of pints of. The employee said no and explained that it wasn't available because the other worker had taken it away to fill those pints. Fair enough, I thought, so I said I didn't mind waiting a few minutes for it to return. He said that wasn't possible. It was policy. I settled for another flavor, and in an unsurprising twist of fate, the black sesame reappeared mere minutes later after I'd already paid. Timing is everything here, though flexibility is not. Overall, the ice cream is fine. The atmosphere is efficient to the point of being impatient, and the friendliness level matches the policy: technically present, but not actively in use. read more

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Cherie T.

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Kurimu shop with a LINE friends theme- lots of yummy unique Asian flavors! I've been to other locations too- I am a fan! :) They have a variety of ice cream flavors like black sesame, ramune, hokkaido milk tea, thai tea flavor. Came with a few friends after dinner. Got a scoop of lychee rose (which was a pretty big scoop) and it was good! Not too flower-y. It was just one person working on a Sunday night and the shop was not busy. Parking was pretty busy around dinnertime on the weekend in this area- just street parking so good luck :) try it out! read more

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Krupa S.

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Another very popular ice cream shop that carries mostly Asian flavor profiles! The matcha, ube, black sesame and earl grey flavors when they're in stock are to die for. I love coming here for creamy and delicious treats. Definitely worth checking out the next time you're near one. They also have a lot of boba options if that's more your taste! You can also buy pints to go. So so delicious!! There is also a lot of street parking nearby! read more

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Sydney L.

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The best quality soft serve in Chicago. The only thing that we don't love in the Asian inspired menu and flavors that are linked to childish cartoons...the flavors are always related to fictional characters that we don't understand and they often are fruity when you're wanting something more relatable!! read more

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Shirley F.

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After dinner, I happened to walk by this dessert spot and decided WHY NOT? Though I do want to point out, on a windy day it's a BATTLE to get through the heavy doors-- I almost gave up. Mango Sticky Rice - THIS is such a UNIQUE idea, they have mochi in every bite to resemble sticky rice -- I LOVE it Black Sesame - This was AIGHT, not too impressed Anyways, I definitely recommend y'all stop by and try out their fun ice cream flavors. read more

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Mona T.

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Overall Thoughts: One of the few / only Asian-themed ice cream shops outside Chinatown. It's quite pricey (~$8 for 2 scoops), but they have a nice selection of flavors, most of which are very solid. The space is nice and a chill place to hang out with friends (no bathroom though). Overall, I'd come back for a fix of durian ice cream or to try their other soft serve options. I've tried their Durian, Mango Sticky Rice, Red Bean, Oreo, Strawberry Cheesecake, and Banana flavors. Of those, my favorites are the Durian and Strawberry Cheesecake. -- Price (relative to peers): 4/5 Food: 4.3/5 Ambience: 4.8/5 Service: 4.8/5 Overall Value: 4.3/5 read more

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Lisa S.

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A little pricey but well worth it! So many great flavors to choose from, like PBJ and birthday cake. They offer a bunch of sizes and their cones are so tasty. Went for Line Friends and they had some items like purses and toys that were LF themed. Will definitely be back! read more

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Aesha E.

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It was ok. I suppose. In that it wasn't gross or particularly offensive. I'm just not sure what makes them special. Maybe I needed to get the durian or ube or another unusual flavor, but I got their special caramel sundae and was just... underwhelmed. It is definitely not worth almost $10 per person. I can be glad that I've satisfied my curiosity about the place but I don't expect to return. read more

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Paige K.

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I've had a couple good fruity soft serves but man the prices here are just ridiculous. They had a Beatrix collab recently and I haven't been in a white so I went to try it. Was supposed to be white chocolate and caramel soft serve swirled with caramel and chocolate chip cookies on top. Couldn't taste either flavor in the soft serve and the cookie pieces were stale. And it cost (after I rounded up to the next dollar for tip) TWELVE DOLLARS for a cup of mediocre soft serve. I was si disappointed. Won't be back with these prices when I can get Jeni's for $6. read more

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Amanda C.

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Cute dessert spot in Wicker Park! Lots of Asian desserts and flavors. I was really tempted to get ice cream as they had unique flavors but opted for my favorite, a taro drink. It was my first time trying Kurimu, they have a taro snowflake drink which I ordered. Rare, they put A LOT of taro paste which was great for a taro lover like me. I really appreciated that! Personal preference but I think I'll ask for no boba next time since the drink was so thick already lol. In addition, since it was mostly taro, the drink wasn't very cold because the taro paste is originally warm I think. Maybe with all the paste and boba there wasn't much room for ice? Liked that it wasn't too sweet as well. Would return. read more

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Ariana G.

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Kurimu is always the move when you're craving something sweet - especially for asian flavors! I love that they have different collabs where they decorate the whole store and sell menu items based on the current theme. The current collab is with Peanuts/Charlie Brown - super cute!! I've been to all 3 locations (UIC, Shaumburg, and now Wicker Park) and this location had the best decor! I always get the kurimu swirl because they rotate the flavors so its always fun to try them all. This week was horchata x milo. I was afraid the chocolate flavor was ganna be too strong but its very mild. I wish the horchata flavor stood out more but it was still delicious! I need to try their boba next! read more

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Michelle M.

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Cutest little dessert shop. The workers were so sweet and kind. They have this banafee ice cream there that is just right up my alley. It's banana and coffee flavored ice cream with pie crust chunks and SO good. Even their cones have an amazing flavor. Just delicious. They don't have a public restrooms. Street parking in the city. read more

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Michelle Y.

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Went back for ice cream since it was so good the last time I stopped here. Unfortunately service wasn't as good as it was before and when I went it wasn't busy at all. The lady didn't seem to like the idea of giving us samples or answering questions. Overall she didn't seem like she wanted to be there working. The ice cream and soft serve were still really good except the boba was more stuck together from what I remembered before. That's ok though as it was all still really good. Still a really good spot to visit and take pictures! read more

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Bee R.

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Do you love Perfect purple ice cream? Guess what--this establishment has TWO perfect purple ice cream flavors. The ube was everything you're looking for--smooth, milky, and not too sweet. The lavender soft serve? Blow me down!! It was gentle and fragrant without being perfumed. Will be back. read more

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Diana C.

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Food - you come here for the ice cream obviously. Very aesthetically pleasing! I really liked the mystery swirl but I played it safe with purple yam. They can only do toppings on the swirls though sadly. Service - friendly folks are ready to help you order should the screens confuse or reject your creations as was my experience lol. Ambiance - I loved all the snoopy and neon lights. There were a small gaggle of screaming children whose parents were pretty absent and who kept running around the seating area, but that's not the fault of the restaurant at all. We were there at 7:30pm on a Thursday. It was pretty calm and fun aside from that. Not a lot of indoor seating - some standing tables. No bathroom. read more

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Ha T.

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I love going to kurimu for a quick icecream fix. I love their Asian inspired flavors and how they rotate their soft serve options every so often as well! You can get flavored cones here too. read more

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More info about Kurimu

1632 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
West Town, Wicker Park
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(773) 687-8710
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https://www.kurimuchicago.com

Hours

What time does Kurimu open?

Kurimu opens at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Kurimu opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Kurimu close?

Kurimu closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Kurimu closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu 3:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri 3:00 PM - 11:00 PMSat 12:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Kurimu take Bitcoin?

No, Kurimu does not take Bitcoin.

Does Kurimu take credit cards?

Yes, Kurimu takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Kurimu have a drive thru?

No, Kurimu does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does Kurimu allow dogs?

No, Kurimu does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Kurimu have parking?

Yes, Kurimu has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Kurimu wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Kurimu is wheelchair accessible.

Does Kurimu have free WiFi?

No, Kurimu does not have free WiFi.

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Love the canned drink so you can walk with it. I stopped in for tanghulu fruits. Everything was…read morefast and delicious despite them being busy.

Located on the 4th floor of a mall in the small food court, Te'Amo seem barely staffed and raggedly…read moremanaged when I swung by. The tea came out quick but didn't stand out in any particular way. Enough to scratch an itch but overall not very convenient to get to, and a bit of a drab spot.

Thai Tea Latte；Ube Mochi Donut

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Te'amo Boba Bar

4.6

(75 reviews)

2.4 mi

Great service, very fast and nice workers. Jasmine tea in particular is not too sweetread more

Yummy drink!! I was pleasantly surprised to taste the fluffiness of the matcha. The pumpkin spice…read morelatte part was also spot on and not too sweet. I do regret getting boba (personally) bc i think the drink was great on its own. the cups + presentation are GREAT! there's also a wide menu with lots of drink and dessert options!

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Boba, not bubble tea

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Dalgona Matcha

Pierrot Gourmet

Literally the cutest café. This was my favorite breakfast spot while visiting Chicago…read more The second I walked in, I was obsessed. The green and white color palette immediately reminded me of Ralph's Coffee. It felt classic and polished but still charming. Everyone working there had a smile on their face, and the warmth felt so genuine and comforting, especially first thing in the morning. They had such a huge selection of pastries and cakes that it was honestly hard to choose. I ended up getting the cake shaped like a cherry because it looked so interesting. It was a black cherry cake and I paired it with a cappuccino. It was the perfect combination. The cake was beautiful and tasted just as good as it looked. We also ordered the breakfast burrito, which came with a small side salad. It was fine, but not the standout for me. If I came back, which I would, I would probably stick to the pastries and coffee and try more of their baked goods instead. Service was amazing. The ambience was adorable. I loved how all the silverware, plating, and dinnerware matched that perfect green tone. Every detail felt intentional. It was just perfect.

We had a toddler date with a friend and her son here at the cafe at the Peninsula. They had some…read morelimited-time St. Patrick's Day specials that caught my friend's eye, including the Pot of Gold, a special dessert only available for the weekend. The food was really excellent, as was the service. But it was ridiculously priced. The reuben sandwich was $28. It was a great sandwich, very lean, but you could get a sandwich as good for half the cost elsewhere. They only have a couple of kid's items, but my friend requested buttered noodles for her kid rather than the cheesy noodles. I got the hibiscus drink and lavender lemonade, both non-alcoholic, and they were very good. My little one especially liked the hibiscus. And we ordered the appetizer of whipped ricotta and honey; my daughter liked this more than anything else we ordered. We didn't have dessert at the restaurant, but ordered to go. The pot of gold was really good. There were little "gold nuggets" on it and that was my daughter's favorite part; good thing since I didn't realize it had a layer with Bailey's in it. It was very rich, and the cauldron was really thick chocolate (and actually was a struggle to get into, a bit!). The restaurant is small but it didn't feel crowded. We never felt rushed or unwelcome, and we were there for a couple hours (longer than I realized; it took an unusually long time to make two reuben sandwiches). Their pastries are really nice but somewhat expensive, like the rest of the menu. It was a nice, sophisticated experience.

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Gathers Tea Bar

Quality is top tier, workers are polite and help-full The…read moredrinks always taste wonderful And on time

Tried the mango matcha cream drink at Gathers Tea Bar and it was honestly a solid pick. Nothing…read moresuper over-the-top or crazy, but just really well done. The matcha had a nice smooth flavor without being too bitter, and the mango added a good amount of sweetness that balanced everything out. The cream on top tied it all together and gave it a nice texture. Overall, just a really solid drink I'd definitely get again if I'm in the area.

Brown Sugar Hojicha, Brown Sugar Matcha Latte, Black Sesame Matcha Latte

Strawberry Matcha Latte

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Mycha

3.9

(49 reviews)

2.5 mi

Honestly wayy better than I expected. We need more of these places and learn from Asia!! It was…read morebetter than some of the boba stores I visited on my trip. No boba, but jellies and it's basically a giant refrigerator. Great service and chill price

After purchasing one of your teas from the ATM, I was thoroughly disappointed. First, product came…read moreoff as healthy. Frutose, corn syrup and colorings are toxic and cause diseases. Then, attempting to open in order to drink this concoction was next to impossible. NEVER AGAIN! Couldn't give a 0!

Lychee jasmine tea and jasmine milk tea

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Te'amo Boba Bar - Chicago

4.4

(134 reviews)

2.8 mi

Not as great of an experience as the China town location. It's smaller. Didn't see as much merch…read more Ordered a pretty drink and it was sweet. I can't wait to get the creme brulee again.

I really liked the cup design of the drinks! They were so cute. I like that it was a soda can top…read moreinstead of the usual plastic tops! The drinks came out fairly quickly even though the place was busy near closing. There are some seats inside if you do want to sit, but there's not a ton of space. For the drinks, I really liked the Thai tea latte. You can't adjust the sugar but it wasn't that sweet to me and it was soo good. The flavor was really strong. The mango lemonade was also really good! The lemonade made it nice and tart, but it was still at a good sweetness level. I would definitely love to come back and try it again if I'm in Chicago :)

Inside IG: @whatschriseating

Jasmine Green Tea with raffle sleeve

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Uni Uni Bubble Tea - Lincoln Park

4.5

(40 reviews)

2.2 mi

Lots of variety. They have screens that you can order on. I really liked the signature drink with…read morepudding. There's some seating. People were nice enough.

One of the BEST milk teas I've had!! Not based on quality of tea leaves or anything, but just cuz…read moreeven the 100% sweet was the perfect amount, in addition to their super unique milk mochi topping. It felt a bit like pudding but more creamy, a bit like burrata texture?? Absolutely obsessed, and most boba stores don't have this topping as an option. It was holiday season, so you could add a $1 to get it served in an adorable gingerbread bottle. We got to pick our own mini crochet hat and scarf!! The drink came out very quickly and you order from a tablet. Perfect for pictures inside, the decor was so cute!

Egg waffles

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Hello kitty ice cream

Ume Tea

4.2

(35 reviews)

2.9 mi

I've been coming many times now since it's in a super convenient location to me. Decent place for…read moreboba drinks and popcorn chicken. Their boba is consistently cooked nicely so that's definitely a plus. Popcorn chicken is also good although not authentically Taiwanese style, but still tasty (I get them with the sour plum flavor and spicy). Inside has a small seating area. Their operating hour is quite short, I wish they would open earlier or later! Their menu is also not as full as the location in Chinatown, much limited options at this location (both drinks and snacks).

Come on, Ume Tea - you just need to do better…read more This location is extremely dirty and unhygienic - the place has grime and marks all over the place (floors, walls, seating areas), and there are insects/gnats just flying around. The staff aren't helpful, and you'll have to do the ordering on their kiosk. I wanted to check out their Surprise Cups, but they were all out, and the plushes that you could purchase were 'sold out'. No dice, Ume Tea. +extremely dirty! +unavailable items +unhelpful staff

Right by historic Route 66

Sparkle sign for UME TEA

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Full menu ar UME Tea

Kasama

Look if I am going to be forced to wait in line, I might as well come early and be front of the…read moreline knowing I'm getting the freshest pickings and nothings run out yet. Showed up on a Friday morning at 730, was third in line, and waited 90 minutes. By 8am that line was already down to the end of the block. Just take my advice on this. My favorite thing about this place was how they let people in. One party at a time. Makes the atmosphere and ambiance inside feel more cozy and warm with none of that viral sensation nonsense. Best part is, when I finally ordered, the guy at the counter was super chill. Let me ask a few questions, was patient and kind. None of that viral sensation snobbery that comes with these kinds of places. Food time. The truffle croissant was unlike any other croissant I ever had. Despite the truffle it was also kind of sweet, I don't know it just works. Not hype at all. Our sticky bun had dimensions of deep burnt caramel flavor. Flavors kept unfolding with every chew. We are lumpia addicts so we had to try these. Absolutely delicious, but at over 10 bucks, anyone that knows lumpia knows you can get a dozen for like 5 bucks at strip mall type joints. And now for the main event. The breakfast sandwich with sausage, hash brown, and extra cheese was truly exceptional. It was textural bliss combined with the flavor bomb from the Filipino sausage. Would I wait 90 minutes again for another one, probably not. But I'm glad I did it just the same.

Finally tried this Michelin Star restaurant. Came here on a Friday morning around 9AM and there was…read morealready a line. We waited 1hr 30mins. The line was moving decently. Once we got inside, we ordered our food and they told us what table number to be seated at. They brought us our food pretty quickly. We ordered the Kare-Kare, breakfast sandwich, banana tart, and ube huckleberry tart. Everything was good but the banana tart was the best one. It even tastes delicious the next day. Would I come back and wait in line again? Probably not. Would I order online once in a blue moon? Yeah sure.

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Breakfast sandwich: soufflé egg, longanisa, cheese, hash brown

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Breakfast Sandwich: longanisa, egg, and cheese | $12

Sweet Bean

A Taiwanese bakery. How could a place that loves Michael Jackson be bad?…read more Salted Egg Yolk Bolo Bun流心菠蘿麵包: Calling it "流心"(runny) isn't quite accurate; it's a bolo bun菠蘿包 (pineapple -shape bun) with a salted egg yolk filling, but it had an authentic, old-fashioned flavor that made me feel like back to childhood. The crust was thin and crispy, with a large air cavity, making it very soft and fluffy. The salted egg yolk has just the right balance of sweetness and saltiness, and wasn't too cloying. Garlic Cheese Brioche Bun蒜香奶酪麵包: Perhaps its more Taiwanese name is "八蒜包" (Eight Garlic Bun). Its appearance and taste were very similar to those I've had at Taiwanese bakeries in mainland China. The cheese and garlic flavors were very strong, but the bread itself was slightly coarse. Hojicha Latte: The whole milk was very milky, but the hojicha flavor felt a little weak. However, it's already great to find a tea latte that's not very sweet.

We came around 12:30noon and got a huge bread haul at this bakery. I'm SO glad we did!…read more Here's what we got: * Purple rice taro bun / 5 (OUR FAV!!!) * Matcha custard bun / 4.5 * Matcha pistachio bun / 5 * Tuna egg mayo bread / 4.5 * Hot dog & cheese bread / 4 * BBQ hot dog skewer / 3 * Sesame roll / 3.5 * Cheese pudding tart / 3.5 * Banana bread matcha c oat milk / 4.75 If there's one thing you get here, get the purple rice taro bun. Suuuuper soft & chewy bread filled with purple rice and taro. The textures were amazing. Best baked good I ever had. It's pricey but SO worth it!! 10/10, 5 stars, 100%. Service here is just okay, nothing special. There's also a small seating area in the back that is open until 4pm!

Inside of Scallion & Ham Bun 蔥花火腿麵包 ($3.95) - very strong scallion flavor. Bread is soft, moist, and pretty oily.

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Inside of Lychee Cranberry Scone 荔枝蔓越莓司康 ($5.75) - not the best, is dry and powdery. Definitely not worth the price.

Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar

I'm from Los Angeles, and I have to say this place was such a sweet surprise. Everyone was…read moreincredibly welcoming and made me feel right at home, which always stands out when you're visiting a new city. The outside is super cute too it actually caught my eye when I first found them on Yelp, and it's just as charming in person. I tried the Teddy Graham latte on the barista's recommendation, and I'm so glad I did. It had great flavor without being overly sweet, and I got it with whole milk which made it perfectly smooth and comforting. If you're in downtown Chicago, I'd definitely recommend checking out this spot. It's a cozy little gem with great vibes and even better drinks.

Clearly a popular spot, run like a well oiled machine. The space is tiny so they only allowed four…read morepeople in a time and then you wait outside in the alley for your order. The bagel was good, I had a hippie sandwich and my boyfriend got a bacon egg and cheese which he said was good too.