Based on a Grubhub delivery. Went with the ribs dinner. Got a half slab of ribs, fries, coleslaw and garlic bread. The ribs were good. They came with a KC style sauce on them. Enough sauce that I didn't use the extra provided. They fell off the bone like properly cooked ribs should do. The coleslaw rocks! It's a small portion of a simple cabbage and sweet cream sauce but it was so good. I'm glad I bought the second side of it. The garlic bread was very good. Did some dipping of that in my extra bbq sauce. The fries were well seasoned and done good, too. In all I was satisfied with the meal and would consider for a future order when back in the area. read more

Evan's Place - Half Slab Baby Back Ribs, Coleslaw (small portion so get 2), French Fries and Garlic Bread. - Fast Food Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Evan's was our first order using GrubHub+ and it went well. I ordered the Greek chicken and it was very good. Perfectly cooked and well seasoned. Best Greek chicken I've had in a long time. Fries were plentiful and crispy. Coleslaw was good but way too much mayo. She loved her chicken souvlaki plate. I was hoping for a taste but it disappeared before I could get a bite. She didn't really care for the baklava cheesecake but I really enjoyed it. Nice combination of two great deserts, especially when you bite into the flaky phyllo dough. Prices aren't bad. I can't speak for the atmosphere or staff, but I will be checking them out in the future. Thumbs up for the GrubHub driver though. We tried Evan's again and she stuck with the chicken souvlaki. I tried the pork version and it was even better than the Greek chicken. read more

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What a find!!! Absolutely great Greek food from an amazing restaurant! Loved the ribs and Greek chicken! A must try!

Gyro plate rocks. Plenty of food and delicious greek. Ordered from grubhub and was fast and packaged well read more

Food is authentic and incredible. The ribs come with their homemade sauce, the roasted chicken is insane and the gyros aren't too garlicky so they are perfect - everything is cooked perfectly and always consistent. The owners are a husband and wife, he cooks and she runs the front. The wife also makes homemade baklava that is the best I've ever had. The taziki is also out of this world! Quality ingredients and great owners! read more

Absolutely garbage food and garbage customer service. I never write reviews but this place has officially gone downhill. I ordered a grilled chicken sandwich. It was like they boiled the chicken and that's it. They put salt and pepper as the only seasoning and since the mayo was so thin and water like my bun was completely soggy. -10/10 experience I hope they never sell food again. Wasted my money. The woman in the front is a complete disaster! Who even happens to be the owner. Not one welcome not one thank you. She's a complete mess and is obviously depressed and needs a facial. read more

wait time took forever at times felt like me and my family were being ignore it's alright they can keep that little chump change seems like they need it considering they're cook is a crook read more

Was leery to come here as the last few people left bad reviews. To say the least I am glad I stopped in. I ordered a hot dog with fries and the chicken souvlaki combo. Prices were not bad for this economy. The food was excellent and the service was fine. Last few reviews were rude and very personal. Not cool. Hope your business picks up guys. read more

Evan's Place - Chicago style Hot dog - Fast Food Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

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Back when I was a kid this place was called Rollies. Haven't been here in years but was in the area so I figured I'd give them a try. 1pm and the parking lot is empty. Just me at the place. Now I know why. $2.49 for a one size only lol that is the size of a small anywhere else. Fries that were made to order that are so undercooked. Beef sandwich that I'd be ashamed to give my dog. Stay away from this place. read more

Food has gone done hill...they must be trying to save money...even the soup doesn't take like soup. Won't go back.

Friendly staff. Food is the people's food. Nothing fancy just good tasting food. Will be back again. Tried their Gyro plate. Which fed me for 2 meals & for me its a big deal since i eat a lot. read more

Good tasting burgers and golden fries. It was empty on a Wednesday night but people think its empty it's not good. It was ok to my standards and food came out fast. Do you really want a crowded restaurant? Next time I will try the gyros. read more

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I don't think this place even wants your business. Stopped in on a Saturday, with my friend for lunch. Lady behind the counter asked what we wanted (literally) and took our order. We both got chicken Philly sandwiches. I got onion rings, he got fries. She asked if we were taking it to go, we responded with that we'd fine in. She rolled her eyes. She then told us our food would be ready later. We sit down. She called us to come to the counter to get our lunch. The bread is barely grilled, vegetables on the sandwich are cold, cheese on the sandwich never melts and my onion rings tasted odd, like maybe they had freezer burn? Everything had a dishwater after taste. Not a fan, not returning. read more

They do have good good one of the best gyros around not over cooked or dry but they use to have the best fries which I see they have changed them recently to just regular old fries! Only down fall on this place is the lady behind the counter doesn't seem like she likes running the place very much she is never friendly and sometimes even rude!! So we stopped going. My family use to order from here multiple times a week and now my dad won't step a foot in the parking lot much less order from there! He was one of there best customers but he said she was rude and mean 1 too many times & doesn't care how good the gyros is!!! He will find a business who appreciates him as a customer!!! read more

Decided to give'em some business the other night. Was in need of a quick bite before heading out for the evening. This route between the burbs and city is a part of my commute and most times I've never seen them having clientele. Never. I've stopped by a couple times thinking I'd try it, only to end up elsewhere. However, today was the day. It was quiet till I got in there. Then all of a sudden, a slow stream of dinner crowd stopped by. A couple stopped in inquiring about catering, they resolved in ordering souvlaki plates. Reviews suggest the souvlaki is stellar, I kept thinking that should have been my meal as well. Instead, I went with a cheeseburger. Not bad, just about your typical out-of-a-box variety, most likely previously frozen. Salt, pepper, shredded lettuce, tomato slice halves, a thick slice of cheese and diced onions. It's served plain so that you can dress it up with ketchup & mustard to your liking. Also got a side order of fries. Theirs has this coating of krispity, crunchity, bits all over. Some would be familiar with this type, I think it's also served at FF's like Arby's and Carl's Jr. Decided to combo it with a drink and the total was a little over $10 dollars. It was alriiight but I'd suggest for newbies to check our their Greek game instead. Food can take some time since it's being made at the time of ordering. The place is pristine and looks ready to handle a crowd. But where is everyone? read more

Evan's Place - 1/4 lb Cheeseburger & fries. Fries are covered with crispy bits. - Fast Food Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Awesome neighborhood gyros place. The food is fresh and delicious and the owners really put time and care into it.

The food is always great! Love this place. Amazing chicken salad and kabob plates. I've never been to a cleaner restaurant in my life. Those one star reviews are a joke. Get over yourselves. read more

Nice cozy self standing building on Touhy Ave with a parking lot. Upon walking in I noticed their BBQ menu however I was more in the mood for something along the lines of Greek chicken. Evan's Specialites side of the menu has a delicious and inexpensive Chicken Breast plate for $7.45. Your choice of Rice Pilaf, Fries or Greek Potato & Pita with cucumber sauce on the side plus a little lettuce, tomato and onion. My plate was good, like GOOD!!!! Seasoned juices and plenty filling. Although I live no where near Evan's Place, I will absolutely stop in again if I am ever in Des Plaines. Friendly service and spacious read more

Evan's Place - Chicken Breast Plate - Fast Food Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Went here for lunch and it wasn't just nothing special. It reminded me of the places you see on kitchen nightmares. They server bbq, mexican, itialian, and other stuff. I tried the 1/4 chicken and it was just eh. The ketchup tasted odd and the fries were like the fries from burger king before they changed them, a little oily. We we're the only people in the place and only went here after driving by paradise pup and seeing the line. Next time we wait. read more

Excellent pork chops, gyros, chicken souvlaki plate with Greek potatoes and ribs. Clean and friendly.

I usually never write reviews but this experience was so awful i felt the need to warn others if you haven't seen the other bad reviews on this place. To start off this place is overpriced, they only offer one size for the onion rings and it was 7$, and then for them to taste stale and cold is upsetting. The lady who take your order is the most depressing person i've ever met, she makes it seem like it's an inconvenience that your there to order food FROM HER PLACE!? not a single welcoming comment or a thank you from her. No wonder this place is always empty when you drive by and I advise you to pass when you think of coming in. read more

I stopped going there, despite fact that I've always liked their fries, greek chicken, baked potatoes, shish kabob, burgers. The place is family owned which I love supporting, however, whenever I go there, the woman looks at us like she's bothered by our presence. I swear, I've never seen her smile, quite the opposite... she looks miserable. I don't like feeling like I'm someone's burden ESPECIALLY when I'm paying THEM! read more

$$$$$ overpriced which is why it's empty every time you pass by. I gave them a try and they not only charge.50 for refills after you spend $30+ but the staff acted offended that my nephew asked for dipping cheese on his burger instead of a slice. She literally scowled at him in a cocky tone said it's liquid. Then for two cheeseburgers a salad a cheese fry and two drinks they wanted to charge $39.70 . We cancelled the order and went to chili's up street and ate like Kings for less. read more

Evan's Place - Fast Food Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Sat at the drive up for a few minutes - and then drove around to the window to see if they were open. A woman came to the window while the grill guy peered to the window. Told her we were sitting by the window for a few minutes and was making sure they were open. "I didn't hear you" no I'm sorry or anything. Walked away and came back to take order. Our hot dogs 'with everything' had onions tomato and cucumber.. any place we've ever been to, everything includes sport peppers relish and a steamed poppy seed bun. Have heard hype on this place / but don't think it's worth it. I could have made these dogs at home. Definitely not worth it read more

Poor Evan probably spends every minute and dollar he has trying to make this place successful. Unfortunately for him, his worst enemy is standing ten feet from him taking orders and being as unfriendly as possible. The food is average and I used to hate those fries. Haven't tried the new ones and that is because last time I was there I went to the drive thru and Mrs Unfriendly just screamed "can I help you" three times so I left and haven't returned. No hello or welcome to Evans or whatever and a big rush to make me go away. So I did. There's a reason there's nobody in this place. Any competent owner could make a killing at that location. Evan would be wise to just sell the place, or at least send wifey back to Greece. read more

People gotta stop being so touchy. The Chicken Kabob Plate and salads are the best in the area. The prices are fair compared to other places. Drive thru is awesome. It takes a few minutes but food is FRESH AND HOT!! Whoa what a concept. Everybody complains about friendliness? Gimme some great food at a good price these days. The lady that works there is just fine, maybe a little quiet. Who cares. That's what I want, great fresh hot food at a fair price. The rest of you can go to some place where dumb lazy kids mess up your order every time. I will go to Evan's and get great chicken and salad. Or maybe the tasty Gyros and chew on the bone in pork chops! Yummy. Lighten up everyone. Big picture is great food and clean place. If you need a hug, go to therapy! For HOT AND FRESH FOOD GO TO EVANS read more

I asked for a cheeseburger with lettuce, mayo and bacon; an order of garlic bread, cheese sticks and fries. I got a lot of fries...the good fries, the crispy shelled fries that crunch, not munch when you bite down. The burger was soggy from grease. It had a great bun, just too thin and a too greasy burger. Cheesesticks are the same that you would find at any high school cafeteria. The garlic bread was all right. Credit card purchases have a minimum of 10 bucks. This place is frequented with police officers and is quite bare at lunch time. Not really the first place i'd go for during the lunch rush considering there are better alternatives within a mile radius. read more

Ya know, I have to say, I've never been so disappointed with a hot dog joint in my life! Really just barely adequate in taste. I ordered a grilled chicken sandwich, which came on a pita... a split breast on a pita cut in half, with lettuce and mayo (tomatoes too, but I say no to those slimey little things). Anyway, it was just too messy! Hubby ordered a combo, wet... it looked okay, but he said it wasn't all that great. Son ordered a gyros, and while it tasted fine in the first few bites, it was not so good after you'd been eating it a while. Guess that the burgers and dogs are okay, hubby and kids have eaten there before with no complaints, but I did not enjoy my experience with their food. read more

I have been going here since they opened. A great place to get fresh hot food. The owners are friendly and are involved with the community. Nicer people you won't find. Oh did I mention Greek Potatoes, yum. Gyro plate is awesome and can have two meals out it. read more

My dad and I stopped by here for hotdogs and fries. The hotdogs were good (love vienna beef) but the buns were a little... cold? The fries were pretty good. We sat around for a bit and then decided to share some delicious Italian ice. (I believe it might be homemade) I'm really glad we decided on this because otherwise I might not consider visiting in the future. Aside from the Italian ice this place really is just A-Ok. read more

Evan's Place - Italian Ice - Fast Food Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Catching up on my reviews. This review will be only for their gyros sandwich since that is all I have had at this establishment. Stopped in here on a Saturday since I was driving by and was on a gyros kick recently. It was so hot inside of this place, I couldn't wait to get out asap. Ordered a gyros. It was nothing special. On the dry side. Only OK. Gave me nothing for a return visit. Cheers to all read more

Nearby Gyros place! Great food, fair service, and only slightly high prices. The food is what you come here for. This visit, ordered an Evans Salad and Gyro's Plate, with a side of Onion Rings. The food was prepared fresh, and was hot. The Gyros Plate also comes with fries, which makes it a decent value. The salad was good and fresh as well. The onion rings a little over done, but still a great flavor and tasty batter. Drinks can be a little pricey, but if you get the meal for carry out, as we did, it was decent. I haven't seen much in the way of discounts, so it's a full retail venture to eat here, but the food is good and this is one of the best Gyro places in the area. read more

Had a great salad and some awesome onion rings and people are great would recommend this place to any one

I went here for lunch. I had the cheeseburger special. The burger was OK. It was a little thin and greasy. The bun was good, I think it was toasted then buttered. For being out of season the tomatoes were pretty good. I didn't like the fries. They are the crispy coated type which I haven't never been fond of. One thing I will say is the price is fair. I had a cheeseburger, fries, and a drink for a little over $5. The people were very nice and friendly. Also, the place was clean. I may try something else if I'm ever in the area again. read more

Not a super place sure to become a frequent fave, but not bad either. We were in the area for lunch and decided to stop in. Inside, Evans has plenty of space for seating and a long order counter. It's a Greek-run establishment with a number of Greek food items on the menu, besides the usual gyros. I went for an Italian beef and my wife had a Polish sausage. The kids had a grilled cheese and a hot dog. We split a generous portion of fries. Fries here are a love it / hate it scenario. They are coated, which gives them a different flavor than usual. We all liked it and enjoyed the fries. My Italian beef was seasoned a little less than I'm used to. I'm not a peppers kind of guy, so without added stuff on the beef, it wasn't as flavorful as other places I've had beef. The grilled cheese was huge, enough for 2 kids. As a special treat at the end, we got soft serve ice cream cones. The ice cream was delicious and quite rich too. I can attest to that since my type 1 diabetic son had a sugar spike 3 hours later. This doesn't happen with most ice cream places we visit so you know it's got to be good. I'd go back to Evans, but I'd rather visit Papa Chris' in Niles or Paradise Pup not too far away. Evans doesn't really distinguish itself well from some of our favorite places in the area. read more

I went here to get a hot dog and fries. The people at the counter were very polite, despite a very rude customer that was upset that he also had to order fries in addition to his burger... I got 2 char dogs, chicago style. They were charred well, and the buns were fresh. I'm pretty sure they were all beef hot dogs. The fries were just OK, they are frozen, I believe. I won't order fries here again. The price was a little high, more than eight bucks for two dogs and fries, that's a special some places, for $5. I want to try some other things there, like the spinach pie. While I was there, 3 people ordered spinach pie, so it's probably pretty good. Also, keep in mind that they have a $10 minimum for credit cards. read more

Solid gyro, quick service, clean, no-frills surroundings, and terrific Greek potatoes! Definitely opt for the Greek potatoes; they were a hit, and reminded me of my cousin's yia yia's potatoes. read more

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Recommended. An independent, no frills, italian beef/gyro joint near our house. Prices are low, so you can afford to eat here. They give you a good amount of food for your money. We had the cheesy beef (italian) sandwiches with both hot and sweet peppers. I had mine "dunked" in the beef broth - resulting in a giant sogginess that had to be eaten with both hands (as the provided fork would have torn through the foil wrapper). A hard plastic plate would be ideal for the soaked sandwiches. You wont get enough napkins to clean your hands - but we didnt care. Tore through the meal and washed the broth and beef off our hands. Delicious! We'll be back. Probably more than once. read more

My friend likes your pizza pockets. She also would recommend the cheese fries. Twas her favorite lunch spot to hit back in the day.

pro: Good gyro Cons: dive location ala carte (no combos) felt a little expensive for a gyro and fries read more