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    Nick's Drive-In

    4.1 (179 reviews)
    InexpensiveGreek, Fast Food, American
    Open 10:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    NICK'S DRIVE-IN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    The place to be!
    John S.

    I highly recommend this place for their exemplary service and food! Jimmy and Chris and Luis are top notch staff! They know how to communicate and treat customers with the utmost respect and always helpful! Two thumbs up!

    Gyro
    Mark Y.

    Clean but older building with a tight parking lot. Extremely friendly people, greeting everyone as they enter and saying goodbye as they leave. Typical menu with burgers, dogs, gyros, Italian Beef, etc. They have an indoor smoker, I'd love to try their ribs someday. Good prices. My gyro was good, piled high and falling off the pita. They even gave me an extra sauce. Five stars, helped in part by their friendliness.

    Italian Beef Sandwich / Gyros sandwich
    Ernie H.

    Probably the best Italian beef I've had. You can tell just by looking at the beef that it's soft, tender, freshly sliced. The same goes for the gyro it's not overcooked. It's also not swimming in that tzatziki sauce. You can just taste the honesty of the meats. Plus the old I'm assuming Greek guys running the show all came out of central casting.

    Greek Salad French Fries (in the bag) Gyros Deluxe Plate Pita bread
    Lauren M.

    So delicious!! Exactly what you want for gyros, but they also have plenty of other options of genuine Chicago style foods. The staff were all friendly and it wasn't a long wait. It's definitely vintage diner style and there was plenty of seating. I'd recommend this place to anyone going there!

    Lunch!!!!
    Bill S.

    Hands down Nick's has the best gyros I have ever had...this includes some memories of hitting Greektown back in the late 80's early 90's. The portions are spot on, the platter with an extra pita is enough for 2 people to share or...not! I don't work in the area much anymore but anytime I need to go back I stop in for lunch at Nick's. Do your tastebuds a flavor and swing on by and get a gyro sammich.

    Pizza Puff
    Edwin L.

    A ChiTown Flavor snappin at Nick's Drive-In! I have to say, my taste buds went on a trip to Flavor Town at Nick's Drive-In in Niles, IL! This hidden gem truly serves up some scrumptious Chicago-style grub that'll leave you craving for more! We indulged ourselves in their mouth-watering menu: 2 gyro sandwiches , a classic chili dog , a warm and crispy pizza puff , and some golden, crispy fries . Talk about a feast for the senses! We barely had time to marvel at the retro vibe of this drive-in, when, BOOM , in just about two minutes, our order was ready! That's what I call efficiency! The staff? Oh, they were the cherry on top ! Super friendly and nice, making us feel right at home! And, oh, the pizza puff! I haven't had one in years - they're practically extinct in Rhode Island! So biting into that warm, cheesy goodness really took me on a nostalgia trip! In conclusion, if you're craving a delicious, Chicago-style bite and friendly service, Nick's Drive-In is THE place to go! P.S. Dear Nick's Drive-In, any chance of opening a branch in Rhode Island?

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    Meg R.

    A perfect stop to get a bite and be able to walk in with a mask and order lunch to carry out. A bike ride sure does get your appetite going. Nice idea to have delivery options and a beyond burger advertised in the window for veggies. Whole chicken and Greek salad

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    Everything went well. The gyros is the best ever. The staff is friendly and accommodating

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    I had the Grecian style skirt steak & spinach pie both were delicious and the service was amazing definitely a must go

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    Awesome food with retro vibe. 10/10 would recommend. It's good with nice service and fair prices

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    Excellent food. Huge gyros plate........great staff.. lots to choose from.............................fast service..........

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    Super family friendly authentic Greek fast food. Staff is super friendly. Great local spot for a homemade Gyros. Highly recommend.

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    I have been eating there since my childhood and I am pushing 50. The food is always great and the crew is friendly.

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    Great food!!! Love the old Greek owner!!! We ordered a gyro and a cheeseburger, and both were delicious!!!

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    Unbelievably delicious steak sandwiches. Delivery also impeccable. This is my go to place for steak sandwiches.

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