Ēma Nutrition Facts
Estimates: Most figures on this page are estimates, not numbers published by Ēma. HealthyEatsNearMe estimated them from the restaurant’s own menu, using standard preparation and portion sizes. Each row says whether it is an estimate or a published figure. Treat estimates as approximate. How we estimate
Guide updated: September 24, 2026 · How we source & estimate these macros
Ēma: calories, protein, carbs, and fat for 11 menu items.
Ēma in Chicago serves a Mediterranean-style menu of kebabs, kefta, bowls, and salads, plus a couple of richer plates like the Braised Short Rib Sandwich and Lamb Shakshuka.
For protein, the Shawarma-Spiced Chicken Bowl leads the list at 570 calories and 52g protein — the most protein of any dish here, and the best protein-per-calorie ratio on the menu. The Grilled Chicken Kebab is a leaner option at 420 calories with 38g protein, and Chicken Kefta comes in at 400 calories with 35g protein. Lamb & Beef Kefta also has 35g protein, at 460 calories and 24g fat. If you want something lighter, the Ora King Salmon Crudo is the lowest-calorie dish on the menu at 330 calories with 20g protein. The Lamb Shakshuka has the most calories (770) and the most fat (46g) of any dish here.
These are our own estimates based on Ēma's published menu — Ēma does not publish official nutrition data.
Best Macro Pick
Shawarma-Spiced Chicken Bowl, 570 calories, 52g protein — the most protein of any dish on the menu.
Watch Out For
Lamb Shakshuka has the most calories (770) and the most fat (46g) of any dish on the menu.
Ēma Menu Nutrition — Calories & Macros
All 11 items are our estimates from Ēma’s menu; the restaurant does not publish nutrition figures for them.
| Menu Item | Calories | Protein | Protein / 100 cal | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar | Sodium | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shawarma-Spiced Chicken Bowl High protein | 570 | 52 g | 9.1 g | 56 g | 15 g | 5.0 g | — | — | Our estimate [1] Reviewed September 23, 2026 |
| Grilled Chicken Kebab High protein | 420 | 38 g | 9.0 g | 14 g | 16 g | 2.0 g | 2.0 g | 480 mg | Our estimate [2] Reviewed March 17, 2026 |
| Chicken Kefta High protein | 400 | 35 g | 8.8 g | 10 g | 18 g | 1.0 g | 1.0 g | 510 mg | Our estimate [2] Reviewed March 17, 2026 |
| Lamb & Beef Kefta High protein | 460 | 35 g | 7.6 g | 8.0 g | 24 g | 1.0 g | 1.0 g | 520 mg | Our estimate [2] Reviewed March 17, 2026 |
| Faroe Islands Salmon Bowl High protein | 610 | 43 g | 7.0 g | 40 g | 31 g | 9.0 g | — | — | Our estimate [1] Reviewed September 23, 2026 |
| Ora King Salmon Crudo | 330 | 20 g | 6.1 g | 14 g | 22 g | 1.0 g | 6.0 g | 380 mg | Our estimate [3] Reviewed August 7, 2026 |
| Kefta & Eggs High protein | 560 | 33 g | 5.9 g | 31 g | 34 g | 3.0 g | — | 780 mg | Our estimate [3] Reviewed August 7, 2026 |
| Braised Short Rib Sandwich High protein | 730 | 41 g | 5.6 g | 47 g | 39 g | 3.0 g | — | 1100 mg | Our estimate [3] Reviewed August 7, 2026 |
| Lamb Shakshuka High protein | 770 | 38 g | 4.9 g | 51 g | 46 g | 5.0 g | — | 980 mg | Our estimate [3] Reviewed August 7, 2026 |
| California Chopped | 535 | 17 g | 3.2 g | 44 g | 33 g | 7.0 g | 12 g | 520 mg | Our estimate [3] Reviewed August 7, 2026 |
| Greek Village | 420 | 8.0 g | 1.9 g | 19 g | 34 g | 4.0 g | 0.0 g | 680 mg | Our estimate [3] Reviewed August 7, 2026 |
Sources for these figures
- Estimated from Ema's published menu (https://emarestaurants.com/chicago/menus)
- Estimated from the restaurant’s published menu using standard preparation. The restaurant publishes no nutrition figures for this item.
- Estimated from standard preparation and Ema's published menu (https://emarestaurants.com/chicago/menus); Ema does not publish official nutrition data.
Data source
- Estimated by HealthyEatsNearMe from the menu (How we estimate): Faroe Islands Salmon Bowl, Grilled Chicken Kebab, Shawarma-Spiced Chicken Bowl, Chicken Kefta, Lamb & Beef Kefta, Greek Village, California Chopped, Ora King Salmon Crudo, Lamb Shakshuka, Kefta & Eggs, Braised Short Rib Sandwich. Menu used: https://emarestaurants.com/chicago/menus
Data last reviewed: September 23, 2026.
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Ēma nutrition: frequently asked questions
What is the highest-protein item at Ēma?
Shawarma-Spiced Chicken Bowl is the highest-protein pick at Ēma, with 52 g of protein and 570 calories.
What is the lowest-calorie option at Ēma?
Ora King Salmon Crudo is the lowest-calorie option we track at Ēma, at 330 calories with 20 g of protein.
What's the best macro-friendly order at Ēma?
Shawarma-Spiced Chicken Bowl, 570 calories, 52g protein — the most protein of any dish on the menu.
Does Ēma have calorie and macro information?
We track 11 Ēma menu items with calories, protein, carbs, and fat. All 11 items are our estimates from Ēma’s menu; the restaurant does not publish nutrition figures for them. Sort or filter the table above by any macro.
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