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    Nicky's The Real McCoy

    3.5 (113 reviews)
    InexpensiveGreek, Fast Food, Mexican
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    # Big Baby Cheeseburger ( LB.) COMBO
    Rob G.

    Really enjoyed the baby burger combo here at Nicky's. The burger patty was grilled perfectly and was juicy. Loved the onions on this burger and were a nice complement to the soft bun. Service was efficient and friendly. The decor is your typical local fast food spot in Chicago. Nothing to admire but gets the job done. Will definitely be back.

    The bug.
    Louie N.

    I have gone to Nicky's for over 20 years and have enjoyed several items on their menu. I have never had a problem with the staff or food there. I guess as that saying goes "all things must come to an end." I ordered a gyro plate the other day. I decided to take some to work today however I found a bug in the container. That's a deal breaker for me.

    Flame-Grilled Chicken Sandwich
    Eduardo R.

    The flame grilled chicken sandwich as usual is really good. It was nice and juicy and in was in way dry! The fries when straight out of the frier are extremely crispy and very well salted. However, the Italian beef sandwich had an okay taste to it. There wasn't much flavor and the bottom of the bun was completely soaked and very soggy from the juices, even straight out of the container it was soggy which was a big downer. But the cheese was perfectly melted and had a very nice cheese pull which was amazing! Overall, good service even when packed and other food items on the menu are very good and very tasty! Would come back again!

    Half mixed Grecian chicken with salad. Perfectly cooked every single time. Salad is very fresh.
    Jasmine N.

    Top-tier Grecian Chicken is the star here. It's actually addictive. They have mastered this chicken. It's rare that I find a place that can deliver juicy white meats consistently. I have ordered from here many, many times and every thing I have had has been fresh, high quality, and delicious. I don't think you can ho wrong with anything you order here.

    Big Baby Cheeseburger
    Jose C.

    I've been to several Nicky's around the city. But never this one. I have no complaints about any of them, but the Big Baby that I ate the other day from here, definitely hit the spot. This is a very busy location. People are constantly coming in and out of this joint. And for a damn good reason. Half of them are dining and and the other half are doing take out. The dining area is very spacious, and surprisingly very clean. The Big Baby came out very hot. The poppyseed bun was perfectly toasted and meat was very juicy and flavorful. It was covered with cheese and grilled onions with ketchup on the bottom part of the bun. The fries were also very good. They were think, frozen fries. Tasted similar to Mickey Ds, but crispier. Will definitely be returning very soon.

    The food is great but paying almost $4 to use my credit card is crazy (SVC ) check your receipts
    Dulce L.

    The food is great, but charging $4 to use your card is crazy. As you can see they charge you twice (1.81) Make sure to check your receipt to get refund. They have a sign that tells you you will only get charge 5%.

    Charred is good but burned taste bad. The other side is even worse. Very dry not enough sauce. I don't know what's going on with you guys.. or if this is just bad because it was ordered through delivery. It's also extremely dry and there's not enough sauce ..Unfortunately I don't have my car at the moment.. :/ I normally look forward to eating this it's a treat... now it's like chicken jerky

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    This place charges 5% for paying with cash and 10% for using credit cards. This is ridiculous! Who charges for paying with cash? They don't have the sign in Spanish and have the nerve to put out a tip jar. The cashiers are rude AND they got my order wrong! Will not be returning!

    Nicky's Big Baby hamburger
    Christine B.

    Although this location is convenient, I haven't been to Nicky's in many years. I realized years ago that fast food just isn't the best thing for me. And I've been pretty good at staying away from it -- until yesterday. A wave of nostalgia has come over me since writing neighborhood Yelp reviews. When one of my friends wrote of the Nicky's "Big Baby" in a Yelp review recently - - well, it brought back memories of those tasty burgers. So, around 7 PM on a Wednesday (8/21/19), we found ourselves in Nicky's. I am assuming there are times when this place is very busy - - like days of yore. However, on this weekday evening it was not all that busy. The restaurant looked bright and clean. There is an adequate amount of seating and parking (enter from Kedzie Ave only). The young lady that took our order (most people are young to me these days!) was very nice. And now for the Big Baby.. . . I am glad I remembered to take a picture before I wolfed that baby down! The Big Baby was still very tasty, even though it was very salty. I tasted a few of my friend's fries and although he likes them, I don't really care for them. In all fairness, I don't care for most fries these days. I think Nicky's is a fine choice for fast food - - if you like /can eat - - fast food. My 4 Stars are for a fast food place and not a fine dining experience--so please keep that in mind!

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    I order the gyro plate which was ok but the sauce they use is not the real gyro sauce they mix theirs with mayo

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    The Greek chicken is amazing!! I haven't ordered anything else from here! I can eat it everyday! The flavors and portions are perfect!

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    The Grecian chicken is delicious 10/10. Fries are 8/10. Bread is 10/10. The price could be better but it's delicious so it's worth it.

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    So good I always wanna eat the chicken the sauce is so good and we always need to get it but it is expensive put your prices lower XOXO

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    Very good food every time I go food is fabulous , even Uber eats food was amazing very fast cook

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    Stopped by for dinner and luckily seated right away. I was happy they were still taking orders at…read more930pm. Technically they close at 10pm but looked like more people came in and they were placing orders. I ordered the spicy whipped feta. This was excellent! Good for sharing but filling for 1 person. Comes with rosemary pita. Yum! The bill was a little confusing as I was charged an extra $1. I asked my server why the menu showed $1 cheaper for my food. He agreed that it was wrong. Eventually a manager came out to apologize and removed $1. He mentioned prices had gone up but menu wasn't updated. I thought for all the hassle they might have comp'd something. Instead I got an apology and updated check. Decor was nice and overall ambiance. Great for groups or date night. Attached to the Hyatt hotel.

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    This place had a line that went out of the door during the multiple times I've crossed the…read moreMagnificent Mile bridge in Chicago. Made last minute reservations for brunch next day after the infamous architecture tour. It was quiet as we've put in an early morning. All the more better to savor all intricate dishes from start to finish. Like the name, The Purple Pig, their specialty is pork dishes so majority of our orders were this. Daily special of the bone marrow bacon jam toast - glazed, slippery off the bone, savory and sweet. Always love a good bone marrow dish to get the sweetness off it. This was so good that there were bits of the marrow and jam left stuck to the bone, I took a piece of the toast and scooped the bone dry. Nothing left for anyone to attack this. Non pork dishes were the Mushroom 3 ways and Spanish octopus. Mushroom dish was savory with all the coated sauces elevating this. Spanish octopus was kicked lightly and easily can bite in to enjoy the tender and charred portions. But the award went to my main course - the braised pork shoulder with saffron, apricots and Swiss chard. Aside from the rippable pork meat when dining on it, the sauces fused together on this dish elevated it and had everyone coming back for more. I needed an official Chicago culinary experience and found it at The Purple Pig without a doubt.

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    Had the absolute best time here w a friend. We came at an odd hour, at 330pm, and walked in without…read morea rez. The interior is inviting and warm. Our server, Katie, was excellent. She was so friendly and knowledgeable, she explained all the different dishes so well and came around right at the exact times we needed her. OThe food was amazing. We started out w the mezze collection, we chose tzatziki, spicy whipped feta, and the skordalia w octopus, it came w 2 wood fired pitas. You guys, this mezze collection was straight fire. It was divine. It also was quite filling and we prob didn't need a whole fish after, but I was not mad about the fish bc the fish was incredible as well. We got the wild lavraki, which was explained to us as the cousin of branzino. It was deboned for us at our table and he sprinkled flaky salt, squeezed lemon, and added some delicious flavored oils on top. Prob the freshest fish I've had in the city. We also had a couple cocktails, I had a spritz that was lovely. The total bill was a bit shocking, cant lie, but I also believe it was worth it for the quality of service and food that we received. I will mos def be back! Parking over here is rough, plan ahead and give yourself some time to find parking if you're driving!

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    End of the night. Adorable atmosphere.
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    food: the gyro and everything else was good and tasted authentic. portion size is also good…read more service: nice staff and food came fast. cash only establishment ambiance: sat outside and the weather was perfect

    From the moment you walk in, it's clear that Athenian Room holds a beloved place in the Lincoln…read morePark community! It's a mom-and-pops shop through and through- you'll see homely decor, a simple but well done menu, and people from all walks of life coming together over delicious food. The staff was warm and attentive throughout the meal and brought out delicious complimentary french bread. It's pretty cool that although the restaurant doesn't serve alcohol, staff from the adjacent bar came around every so often and took orders. For appetizers, we started with the feta and olive appetizers. They were good, but I'd probably order something a little more unique next time. I opted for the chicken kalamata dinner for the main event, which came with more french bread and a salad. The salad came out first, and it was pretty simple with minimal dressing. I wished there had been more variety in produce and something besides iceberg lettuce for greens. I'd recommend getting some feta on the side to add some flavor. The chicken, however, was absolutely outstanding. It was super tender, seasoned beautifully with za'atar, and brined in vinegar (I think). The za'atar seasoned french fries underneath were extra crispy and perfectly soaked up the extra sauce from the chicken. For the price, this place is a steal- you really can't beat the quantity and quality of food that you get. Overall, a great experience- I definitely recommend making a stop if you're in the area!

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    4.1
    (612 reviews)
    7.3 mi

    I've been to Lyra twice now and have been absolutely blown away each time with their service, and…read moretheir food. As for service each time I have visited their service has been extremely attentive, and knowledgeable. I appreciate this attention to detail and overall care to ensure of a nice and hospitable dining experience. PS i do recommend a reservation as it does get pretty busy. Their food is absolutely incredible. Fresh and quality food and ingredients, great flavors, and decent portions. My highlights include their spicy feta (trust me on that one) Their Lamb Kebob served over crispy potatoes (nice tender lamb, and the potatoes are truly amazing) and their Branzino was GREAT light, flavorful, and they even do table side scaling/deboning. They have an intimate dining room with modern decorations or a nice airy patio if you prefer outdoors like I do. It's the perfect date night, dinner with friends, or a solo night out. I also must shout out their golden hour (their version of happy hour) It's until 6:30p on weekdays and all day Sunday they offer discounted bites and drinks and a perfect way to get an intro to their menu, get some tasty bites or just catch up with drinks without breaking the bank. I love it here and cannot wait to get back!

    Excellent food - good service and great vibe…read more Minus one star because difficult to grab a waiter when sitting outside. The dips we got were so good - loved the whipped feta. The pita bread is excellent here. The dirty LÝRA martini is awesome. Did not try dessert but would definitely go back.

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    4.0
    (331 reviews)
    8.1 mi
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    This place brings a lively, upbeat energy to downtown without the crazy Michigan Avenue crowds. My…read morefriend, my partner, and I came here to celebrate my graduation ceremony, and it was perfect. The space looked incredible with floor-to-ceiling windows, and we loved enjoying Chicago's beauty. Service was absolutely great. Our server hooked us up with the perfect seat and helped us select the right appetizers to kick off the night. The Greek platter and the Avli chips (super crispy zucchini and eggplant with tzatziki) were outstanding. We also really enjoyed their drinks, as they have an exceptional collection of both wines and mocktails that made the celebration feel extra special.

    A gem tucked away right off Millenium Park. It's a bit hard to find but once you do the free valet…read moreparking is great and the space is worth the journey. The decor is beautiful throughout and the large glass windows overlooking the park lovely. Our waitress was great and very attentive throughout the evening. The Pikilia was a great bang for your buck and the tzatziki and tirokafteri were favorites! I had the chicken souvlaki which was flavorful and others enjoyed the shrimp souvlaki, broccolini, greek fries, salmon and lamb shank! The brussels sprouts were incredible with the pomegranate giving them such a bright twist! The only other note was that there were a number of large events the night we were there so it was quite loud on the first floor and a bit hard to hear each other at the table. All part of the price to pay to go to a busy, in demand spot though but just something to think about for your party's level of comfort with noise!

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    Salmon
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