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    Evan's Place

    3.6 (82 reviews)
    InexpensiveFast Food, Greek, American

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    Chicago style Hot dog
    Victor S.

    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.

    Cheeseburger with golden fries.
    Ice P.

    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.

    1/4 lb Cheeseburger & fries. Fries are covered with crispy bits.
    Jacob J.

    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?

    Chicken Breast Plate
    Andres D.

    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

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