I think some of the food here is very good and some is more of an acquired taste. I would…read moredefinitely recommend the roast chicken; for $28, you get potatoes, rice, and half a chicken that is delicious. We also got the souvlaki and dip trio; the spicy feta was the star, the eggplant was okay, and the potato/fish roe was not for me personally. The souvlaki is meant to be lit on fire when it comes out but ours was a weak sizzle at best... the cheese was very sharp and alcoholic as a result. Final thoughts: would stop in here if I was in a pinch, get the chicken, skip the apps.

We love this place. Used to come here more often but the past few years maybe once or twice a year…read more Still a go to spot when we have guests from out of town for some of the best Greek food in Chicago.. All high-quality ingredients across the board, the dolmas are superb. Always quick friendly service always busy with a full restaurant whether we come at lunch or dinner. I've never seen this place slow. They no longer torch the flaming saganaki in the dining area in front of you like so many Chicago Greek restaurants have over the past number of decades. That was a show & highlight every time. I believe now they torch in kitchen and bring to your table. I miss that experience, perhaps a thing of the past. I can only speculate a plate of flaming saganaki met a litigious human at some point along the line in the Greek food world, ending an era. Alas, I Look forward to returning.

Some friends and I were in town for a birthday and decided we wanted to do the riverboat…read morearchitecture tour. Our friend group is split between two groups. The 1st that plans ahead and gets to places early. And the 2nd that is there for a good time but always gets everywhere late. Those of us that wanted to come early and not worry decided that we wanted to go to a restaurant close by to wait for our tour time and that's how we found Ema. As soon as we walk inside we see how beautiful and modern the interior looks. They had a lot of seating available and we got a nice table by the window with a view We wanted to eat light before the tour so we shared a bunch of small plates. We ordered the mushroom escargot, lemon Caesar, crispy potatoes, a couple orders of hummus and some chicken kebabs. That mushroom escargot was one of my favorite things I ate during the entire Chicago trip. The mushrooms were creamy and rich. It tasted umami, bright from the lemon, slightly spicy from the Calabrian breadcrumbs, and paired perfectly with some warm pita bread on the side. The hummus was smooth and well seasoned. The lemon caesar was fresh and fairly standard. The crispy potatoes were perfectly textured and were soft and pillowy on the inside. As long as they sat on the table they never lost their crisp. The chicken kebabs were tenderly, juicy and garlicky. We were all putting together our perfect bite combinations with the pita bread. Everything we ordered I would actually order again. Though may want to try a different salad next time since the Caesar was pretty simple. Regardless, still no real complaints with the food Our server was charismatic and funny. He had a great attitude and entertained us throughout the meal. Everything came out promptly as well so we made it out and could take our time walking to the riverboats. Lucky for our friends the tour said they'd be docked for a few minutes after our scheduled start time to set everything up. As 3 minutes after our start time we see group 2 sprinting up from a couple blocks away Overall Ema was consistent, flavorful and reliable. Not a bad price point either for what you get. I'd definitely recommend and come back

You can't go wrong with $1 froyo. The line does get kind of long (it moves fast), and they do cut…read moreoff the line as it gets closer to 3:30ish. The froyo itself with no toppings is $1 then any additional topping is $2. They only have strawberry rhubarb and pistachio syrups as toppings though. The line moves fast and the inside is really cute to look at as you wait. If you time it just right, it's perfect as a Friday afternoon sweet treat!

Aba was our first stop on a seven-restaurant food tour through Chicago, and what a way to start…read more The restaurant is absolutely GORGEOUS - we loved, loved, loved the space. Every detail of the design and atmosphere was beautiful, and the service was just as great. We ordered several dishes to share, but the carrot labneh and poblano hummus were the standouts. In fact, they ended up being two of our favorite dishes of the entire day -- which is saying a lot considering how much food we ate!

Came here with my coworkers to celebrate my birthday and unfortunately I have to deduct stars due…read moreto service. We're convinced that the waiter either forgot to put in more than half of our meals or the kitchen lost our ticket, but either way our wait time for our food was unacceptable. We're also convinced that the one persons plate who had probably been ready for a long time had been sitting there because her meal was cold. All of ours when the waiter went to check for the 3rd time finally came out hot. For the wait we got 1 appetizer deducted. I didn't get photos of all the food but the star of the show was the hummus! I also had the crab cakes as my meal and it was tasty with an interesting purée. Not sure if I'd come back as it is a pricey place. I will say that their decor is top notch. I'm told it's Californian Mediterranean inspired.

My new favorite restaurant! the food is DELICIOUS and the staff was incredible. I don't give…read morereviews much but just loved it here so I had to :)

I loved the purple pig! Their ambiance and food is so nice. It's a moody, intimate interior and…read moreisn't too loud. A great place to have dinner and drinks if you actually want to be able to talk to the other people at your table. As far as the food goes, we loved everything we had. You honestly can't go wrong, but their dips and spreads were standout.

Family dinner at Andros Taverna made for a lovely Sunday evening! The family style apps were so…read morefresh, giving everyone a little taste of it all. We also split gyros and spanakopita - not as easy to share, but delicious. The porch seating was so nice for a summer night, and the inside is decorated with tons of greenery, making it feel bright and outdoorsy. We loved the triangular shaped table, which made it easy to pass plates around and see everyone in our party.

We were in the area and decided to give this place a try. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience, but…read moreI do wish they had more menu options to choose from. I ordered the Georgie's gyro, and it was actually pretty good. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to get the "few fries" that normally come with it due to my shellfish allergy, and I wasn't offered a replacement option. Since the entrées are a bit on the pricier side, I would have appreciated having a substitute or a more substantial side included. The quality of the gyro itself was good, though, and the ambiance was a highlight. I loved that you could see the wood-fired oven from the dining area -- it added a nice touch to the experience. They also have a great variety of drink options, making it a nice spot for a meal and drinks.

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!

My friends and I visited Lyra for dinner while in Chicago for my birthday weekend, and it ended up…read morebeing the perfect place to celebrate. The people-watching was exceptional, the food was excellent, and the service was flawless. Our server--I believe his name was Peter--was wonderful. He was friendly, happy to answer all of our questions about the menu, took everyone's dietary restrictions seriously, and was an absolute pleasure throughout the evening. We'd had a big lunch and weren't terribly hungry, so the four of us shared the Hummus & Charred beets, Charred Octopus, and Wagyu Beef Souvlaki. Everything was delicious, although I think the hummus and charred beets may have been my favorite dish of the night. I don't actually remember ordering dessert, but at some point this magical dish suddenly appeared at our table, and it was spectacular. I *think* it may have been the Portokalopita, but whatever it was, we thoroughly enjoyed it. The evening ended with what can only be described as a restaurant-wide sparkler party, which was such a fun way to finish the night. Between the lively atmosphere, great food, wonderful service, and celebratory energy, I can't imagine a better setting for a birthday dinner. Five stars!

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.

So, this is not the cute Greek restaurant you visit in Greektown. This is "the walk through the ice…read morecream shop and display cases, to the dark panel traditional Chicago-style bar, back to the rear and up some stairs to chairs and tables in a dining room with TVs on the wall" type of spot. And I was here for it! Great service from our server. Good quality and variety of food. (Hello, octopus?!). The "Greek" dressing on my Greek salad was...interesting. I'll definitely make sure to just ask for oil and vinegar next time. Drinks were a generous pour and didn't take long to be made. Overall, it's what I'd consider a "true Chicago kickback spot"z: No frills, but worthy.

I've been in once and have had delivery too. The food here is great and the portions are pretty…read morebig. I thought the service at the bar was nice and attentive. It's got a decent amount of seating and some TVs scattered throughout the restaurant. The inside is nice but seems a little older for sure. When I was there I tried the Philly which came a a big seeded roll, was piping hot and fresh also came with my choice of potato which I got Greek style (it was huge and amazing). For delivery I got a gyro plate which was a nice amount of food as well (also very good) came with a Greek salad and typical platter sides, tzatziki sauces. I'll be back and probably would order delivery from here again. The menu is huge and there's a lot of options to try.