06/23/2026 Second stop on the road heading West and my wife found this excellent restaurant in the middle of Joliet. Our waiter, Nick was very patient in answering all our questions and very personable. We started with the spread sampler which was plentiful. My wife had read how their steak was "amazing" so we went with the Mprizola (a 16 oz steak) that was served perfectly and was an excellent cut of meat. Paired with the steak we shared the grilled vegetables which were also excellent. Knowing we were heading for a wedding and probably "too much" food, we passed on any dessert. Thought about stopping in on the return trip, but ended up taking a different route. Next time though... read more

Mousa - Spread sampler... - Greek Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Saganaki was delicious -great drink choices friendly wait staff- liked dessert choices especially the lemon cake-yummy read more

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I had the Mousa Salad, which was good but way too salty. I confirmed they do add salt, so in future will ask for no added salt. Then I had the Gyros Plate which was disappointing. The meat was soggy and the sliced raw onions and tomatoes were limp. Not very fresh. I learned they do not slice the meat off a spit in the restaurant, but have it prepared and delivered by an outside service specializing in Greek food. The gyros at Mr. Sub is so much better! If I return I will get something other than gyros. I will compliment the server, who was very attentive and helpful. It was a late weekday evening, with only one other customer. read more

Be ready after you are seated for a shot of Ouzo That sets your stomach up for the feasting. We had calamari and flaming cheese. My guest had a cheese burger that was very tasty. read more

Located in downtown Joliet, this is a Greek restaurant conveniently located near the parking garages. There's also a parking lot next to here for closer spots. It's in an old bank. It's cool to see the vintage interior designs. We went in the evening and it was pretty quiet. The staff were extremely friendly. I appreciate that they take a couple of minutes to engage with you in conversation. We got an "appetizer" that was a shot of alcohol. I believe it was called an Aperitif drink. The server said it's a tradition before you start a meal and helps encourage your appetite. It was good. I ordered the lamb burger and fries. It was delcious. It was cooked perfectly with a lot of flavor. I was full after that meal. I had no room for dessert! The prices were reasonable, too. It's a sophisticated yet informal type of restaurant if that makes sense. I don't visit Joliet often, but I would come back and try something else off of the menu. read more

Mousa - Greek Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Came here with my friends and heard it was highly recommended. Now I can see why. First of all the ambiance was exquisite and incorporated some historic items from Joliet inside! Our sever explained to us the shots that were to follow which started our food journey. The shots were a licorice flavor and was told that this would stimulate our appetite. Good thing it did because our meal was great. I ordered lamb meatballs with green beans and that did not disappoint. Come check this place out if you are looking for authentic Greek cuisine! read more

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Service was great, the flaming cheese dish was great. Couldn't decide whether to order the shrimp spaghetti or the seafood dish overall great time. read more

We dined at Mousa before seeing a show at the Rialto. We have been to this location before when it was a steakhouse. The ambience is wonderful. There's a long bar when you first walk in and the dining room is past that. They have a small parking lot in back of the restaurant and the restaurant is right by a large parking garage so there's plenty of parking. Monica was our server and she was friendly and provided good service. The young man who filled our water glasses and cleared our dishes, was on top of everything as well. We were given a complimentary shot of ouzo before starting our meal. It's a licorice tasting alcohol. My husband ordered a glass of Greek wine as well. My husband and I ordered small plates and shared everything. We started with the saganaki, which was served with a plate of pita triangles. It was a very generous size of cheese, but unfortunately it wasn't flamed at the table so it wasn't melty or gooey or sizzling hot. It was warm, but disappointing not to have that wonderful melting cheese. I've never been to a Greek restaurant where they didn't flame the cheese at the table and then douse the flames with fresh lemon. Next, we had the grilled octopus. Again, a very generous portion, and it was presented beautifully. However, as you got into the thicker portion of the octopus, it was very chewy. I had to leave some on the plate after spitting it out because it was rubbery and I couldn't chew through it. At this point in our meal, my husband ordered a second glass of wine which didn't show up until the very end of our dining experience. Monica apologizing for the long wait when it appeared saying there was a new bartender. We also ordered the lamb meatballs. Home run on this small plate. Four small meatballs served on a bed of tzatziki sauce, which is a yogurt cucumber sauce. The meatballs were very flavorful and the creamy sauce added something special to each bite. Since my husband's wine did not show up until we were done with our small plates, we decided to add a dessert while he drank his wine. The Italian lemon cake we ordered for dessert was fabulous. It's a light yellow cake filled with lemon cream and dusted with powdered sugar. Very good! I ordered a cappuccino to go along with dessert, but Monica came back saying that they couldn't make it because they were out of milk. How does a restaurant not have milk in their refrigerator? The restaurant just opened for business at the dinner hour so it wasn't like they were opened all day and ran out. Mousa is popular, every table was filled and the reviews from others are good. We came here because of the good reviews. Maybe it was just an off night for us, but the chewy octopus, not flaming the cheese at the table so it's sizzling hot and melting, and not having any milk on hand for a cappuccino two hours after opening your doors won't bring us back. It's too bad because it's a half a block away from the Rialto and so convenient. I can't recommend this restaurant, but give it a try because others have rated it highly. Like I said, it might've just been an off night. read more

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Cozy, modern bar/restaurant with delicious greek food. We sat at the bar and the server/bartender was friendly but she was spent most of her time talking to the other patrons at the bar and we were left waiting around for service. She also did not know information about certain drinks on the menu that we inquired about. Despite that and the hummus, the seafood aegean grill plate was fresh, tender pieces of seafood and the chicken dish we also got were delicious and well made. The hummus being okay was a let down for a greek place but we would go back to try other dishes. read more

I couldn't tell you the last time I was in downtown J town. After attending an event in Joliet, I was looking for a place for dinner and came across Mousa. Service was great as soon as we walked into the door. It seemed a little dead for Friday night. First of all, they have fun craft cocktails. (They also have a decent size wine and soft drink list). I had the Hebe and it was tasty. Menu had a great variety. I had the lamb meatballs entree. The meatballs were great. The red sauce they were served on was only ok. It is originally offered with rice, but I opted for the Greek potatoes. They were only ok. I had a bite of my fiance's fries with the feta. Those were tasty!! Service was 5/5. Our server took the time to explain the menu, drinks, and her favorite items on the menu. She also kept our waters refilled. Check them out! Great food, drinks, and service! read more

Drove into Joliet for a concert at The Forge. Had an hour to kill so chose this place because it was the nearest option that was still open. I didn't know this would be such a serendipitous choice. This was some of the best food i've had in a long time. The lamb patties were grilled to perfection and beautifully accompanied by rice. My partner got the gyro platter and it was such a delight to have such superb, fresh and moist meat. Everything was seasoned well. Even the fries were carefully created. Even more impressively, all this food came out quickly. The high-end ambiance definitely elevated the meal, yet I felt the prices were very fair for the amount and quality and food we got. I am so happy I tried this place out, and it will definitely be worth returning to in the future. read more

The food was absolutely delicious! Amazing and friendly staff! Drinks were fantastic will be back love this place!

We recently visited Crete and were missing Greek cuisine. I heard about this restaurant in Joliet so I was excited to try it. When we walked in , I immediately recognized that I had been here before at least 15 yrs ago under a different name. We were greeted with smiles and warmth and the ambience was beautiful. It's a perfect place to get dressed up for a special occasions or just dress casual. Everything we tried on the menu was delicious and the presentation was fabulous. I'm very happy that this taverna is in Joliet and we don't have to travel to Chicago for Greek food. I will definitely be returning. read more

Celebrated my parents 48th anniversary at Mousa and the food and service was excellent. Sydney made the night very special and we loved the dips and the lamb burger. Definitely make a reservation as it gets filled quickly when there's a show in town. read more

Was served cold food, super chewy calamari, and overall a lack of excitement and effort at Mousa on a Saturday night. We ordered Moussaka and a Gyro plate with the upgrade for Greek Fries. The Moussaka was not good, and not at all warm or hot. It felt like they had a frozen pan of this from Costco, and cut out a portion and heated it up in the microwave. For a Greek restaurant, I would think they would have a spit where they slice the Gyro from, I don't think that is the case. The gyro meat was ok, but again it looked and tasted like pre-bought gyro meat you would get from a warehouse club and just heated it up. Finally the other disappointment was the greek frys. Usually they are mixed in a bowl with some olive oil, seasoning, and feta. These were fry's with a few chunks of feta. The whole meal just seemed lazy, and right out of the freezer into the microwave. Will not be going back to Mousa. read more

Killer vibe Mouth popping flavor Bam bam bam Crazy excellence They have it all down Taste Service Ambience read more

Mousa - two plates of food and a cocktail - Greek Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Always great service and fantastic food! If you like Greek food, you'll love Mousa! We've loved everything we've tried but our favorite is the salmon and green beans. I've never had green beans that were so delicious. I'm a sucker for anything vintage but this place has lots of character, including the original stained glass windows and gates from the vault of the bank next door. Say hi to Sophia! She's the best manager around! read more

This place definitely needs more exposure. Service was impressive and food was delicious. I felt awful at how empty the place was, and kept wishing for more people to come. This place is fantastic. We will be back. read more

Great ambience and atmosphere. The bartenders are always amazing. This place is great for dinner and great for a night cap.

Our first visit in March with a large group prompted us to return for our anniversary. We went early on Tuesday. We were greeted and seated promptly. Sophia was a wealth of information regarding the building and its decor. "Nick", our waiter, was very attentive, efficient and conversational. We had a wonderful dining experience . The meal, drinks and dessert which were all excellent! It is our new favorite restaurant. read more

Four of us went to Mousa prior to a show at the Rialto. We had hummus, bacon wrapped dates, calamari, shrimp and two kinds of paella. All of the food was delicious. Our server, Naomi, was very polite and extremely knowledgeable about menu options for food and drinks. We appreciated her suggestions, and found them to be spot on! Chef Bobby seated us and introduced himself and indicated that we should speak to him if anything wasn't just right, and he would take care of it! He came around later and asked how our meal was. Overall, we had a great meal, with great service and definitely will return! read more

looking for great Greek food in Will county just got easier! Mousa in Joliet delivers big time! We arrived just as they opened for business and we're not able to get seated, so make reservations in advance especially on a Saturday. The environment is clean and lively,very welcoming. We did manage to get seats at the bar. The service was prompt and efficient. My wife ordered the chicken kabobs and was pleased with the meal. I ordered the lamb chops and was very pleasantly surprised by what I got. I anticipated a a small plate with a couple of chops but got a large plate heaping high with beautifully grilled lamb chops and a delightful side of well seasoned Greek rice. I highly recommend this establishment and would also recommend that you show up well dressed, and men...for the love of all that is holy, remove your ball cap when you sit at the table. read more

Wow. Can I just say Niomi is one of the best servers I've ever had. Her knowledge of the menu was incredible. She took me on a trip through Europe with all of the best tapas. Try the patatas bravas!! Also I go the Marbella! Mix between a piña colada and margarita. I'm shocked I didn't know of this place sooner! read more

Mousa - Greek Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Our first time here and it was superb! The moment you walk in the smell is amazing! Sophia the hostess was friendly and answered all of our questions. Nickolas was our server and did an excellent job! I had the Tygania which I was blown away with the flavor, the pork was so tender, and the potatoes flavorful! Definitely a gem right next to the Rialto Theater, must try! read more

Our first time here, everything from A-to-Z was just perfect. The drinks and food were delicious !!! 5 out of 5!!! Will definitely be back! Thanks to our server (Dawn) for great service! read more

Wonderful dinner and excellent service!! We enjoyed the treatment we received, from initial greeting, to attentive waiter, to great drinks, to quickly served appetizer, salad and main course, to greetings as we parted!! We will return!! read more

I have been to Mousa Greek Taverna restaurant in downtown Joliet. The food was amazing and delicious! The service inside the restaurant was great! All the appetizers are really delicious! This is my first time eating dinner there. I did have a great experience to go to this place what is really good authentic Greek food. read more

Great food and amazing cocktails! Service was great! Definitely going to return soon! read more

Mousa - Octopus - Greek Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

The food was amazing, not only in presentation but flavors really came through. We tend to order platters/samplers to get an overall feel and we were not disappointed. Each unique and would stand alone. Service was attentive while not disruptive. Naomi extremely knowledgeable with menu choices and recommendations based on our dietary needs. Thoughtful, surprising with a tasty dessert in honor of my 70th birthday celebration. read more

This is not the same restaurant. It's now a Greek restaurant, not tapas at all. New owners or chef I guess. We came in for what we experienced before and we were given a regular Greek restaurant menu. Our server was great but the food was 1) not what we expected and 2) was not very good at all and not worth the price. If you've been to Mousa before, again, this is not the same restaurant. read more

My daughter-in-law and I celebrated our birthdays at Mousa along with my son and grandson. It was an amazing experience. When we first walked in we were warmly greeted by staff. The ambiance was awesome. The place is decorated with vintage Joliet architecture. Each one of us ordered something different. All of us raved on about how declicious our dinner was. We shared food from each others plate. So much food we had to take some home. It was a wonderful evening. We will be back. read more

Went to Mousa last night for wine and appetizers. Spanakopitakia, Keftedes and grilled Veggies with feta. Excellent food and service. Bartender and hostess are very on top of things. Nice to have an option to standard bar food downtown. read more

Not a fan of small plates. Food was good but need lots of small plates to satisfy your need for a meal. Appatizers are good. The goat cheese in red sauce was ok. Very expensive for 3 people with wine. 150.00. No need to return.Service was good. No other patrons in restaurant the night we went. read more

Food and Service is absolutely amazing here. Every dish I tried was excellent and displayed beautifully. Give Mousa a try!

the worst experience on Mother's Day! don't waste your time or money. we ordered 2 dirty martinis. straight vodka with moldy olives. we had to ask for bread and butter . server came with a 2 inch what I would call a hockey puck!!! I ordered the shrimp. the crostini was also hockey pucks!!! totally inedible! talked to owner. she said they were changing the menu entirely on Thursday. I told her we may come back but are leaving. the server came out one last time to inform us the owner was making us octopus!!!!! wth we don't eat and asked for nothing. left and went elsewhere !!!! don't bother with this place. I should have followed my gut instinct read more