Maman Zari

Name: Maman Zari
Address: 4639 N Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60625, US
Telephone: (773) 961-7866
Price range: $$$

A Persian Culinary Experience

Permanently closed.

06/01/2026

It's with a heavy heart that after nearly three years at 4639 N. Kedzie that our final service will be 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, June 6th.

We'd like to thank our neighbors, our regulars, anyone who has dined with us, and most of all, the dedicated and hardworking team at Maman Zari, during what has been a wonderful three years.

But, until then, we invite you to join us for one final meal this week.

05/28/2026

Chef Matteo dubbed the current dessert on our tasting menu a "peach temptation."

Join us for our 8-Course Persian-Inspired Tasting Menu and taste why.

05/27/2026

It’s National Grape Day!

Join us this evening for dinner and enjoy some fermented grape juice! We even have a few dealcoholized wine options.

05/22/2026

Our less traditional take on 𝘺𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘩, a plant-based stew, has made a reappearance on our a la carte menu.

Enjoy this dish of summer squash alongside tomato, onion, and garlic medley served atop saffron rice with crispy chickpeas.

05/20/2026

Can you believe we’re in the second half of May?

Summer made a brief appearance, and we’re here for you with lighter options and hearty ones alike, depending on how you’re feeling. And you can enjoy this Pinot Gris, as well as a handful of other picks, for great prices on Wednesday. Or come in before 6:30 for $2 off small plates and drink specials for $10 or less.

Make your reservation for our Persian-inspired tasting menu or walk in for dinner and enjoy our à la carte options. See you soon!

05/13/2026

Happy Wednesday!

Today we’re highlighting Pinot Gris from in Oregon that’s perfect for this indecisive weather and pairs nicely with a lot of our lighter fare — it’s available both by the glass and bottle!

05/12/2026

We're excited for the return of the ᴅᴀᴍᴀᴠᴀɴᴅ ʀʏᴇ!

This refreshing drink features chamomile-infused rye whiskey, Persian Amaro, elderflower, sumac syrup, and black lemon bitters.

05/06/2026

This weekend is Mother’s Day which means we’ll be open on Sunday with our annual four course Mother’s Day Brunch for $55 per person. Reservations still available on our website.

In honor of mothers, and daughters, we’re highlighting a Champagne today — J.Lassalle has a third generation winemaker at the helm, taking after her mother before her who took after her mother before her.

05/05/2026

Join us for Happy Hour
Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5:30-6:30PM!

$2 OFF SMALL PLATES
$10 SERVER'S CHOICE GLASS OF WINE
$10 MZ HANDSHAKE (Beer of Choice + “Handshake Persian Amaro”)
$5 GLASS OF NON-ALCOHOLIC BRUT

Beverage specials can be ordered both a la carte or with the tasting menu.

05/01/2026

Weekend plans: the Persian-inspired tasting menu at Maman Zari.

The dish featured here is a deconstructed take on 𝘮𝘢𝘩𝘪 𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘬𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳 -- grilled fish topped with pomegranate, tamarind, walnut, and herbs served alongside a roasted tomato butter saffron sauce.

Address

4639 N Kedzie Avenue
Chicago, IL
60625

Telephone

(773) 961-7866

Website

https://www.mamanzari.com/

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