I've had gyros from a lot of places, and while they can often taste pretty similar, The Works in Glenview truly stands out. The gyro meat has a unique, delicious flavor that keeps me coming back, and the pita is exactly how it should be, soft with just the right amount of crisp. Their fries are consistently fresh, perfectly seasoned, and always served hot. What makes this place even more special is the service. You can tell the staff genuinely cares about the customer experience. On my most recent visit, Verda was exceptionally kind, patient, and welcoming to every person who walked through the door. I was especially touched by how warm and thoughtful she was with my sons. That level of genuine hospitality is becoming harder to find, and it made our meal even more enjoyable. Great food brings people in the first time, but outstanding service is what keeps them coming back. The Works delivers both. It's the kind of local business worth going out of your way to support. I highly recommend it, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit with my boys. read more

The Works has been around for several decades, and I tried The Works again, shortly after ownership changed hands, and they updated the decor and removed the newspaper clippings that mentioned a wrestler named Steve Austin and Marlee Matlin visiting the restaurant. And actually, Marlee lived in the area close to The Works when she was growing up. Anyway, during both visits, I found the meat to be dry; it had flavor, but no moisture. The staff was friendly and the place was clean; so, 3 out of 5 stars. read more

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I love getting a sandwich when I am in the area! It is counter service ! The feta cheese is yummy ! It has a big room to sit in and enjoy your friends/ groups company or to eat alone ! read more

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On a business trip and a local coworker took our tram here for lunch. Said he's been coming here since he was a kid. Most amazing gyro I've ever had - everything was DELICIOUS! Service was quick and the place was really nice and inviting. Look forward to more inches here when I'm in town!!! read more

I ordered the gyro sandwich. The gyro meat was good and plentiful. The pita bread was soft but slightly hard at the end. The fries were ok not the best. The onion rings were soggy and not crispy. This place is ok. I've had better gyros, fries and onion rings at other places. This place was ok. read more

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Background: I am originally from a Balkan country and have also visited Greece. I grew up eating this kind of food. As such, I take my gyros and general Balkan fare somewhat seriously. It is quite difficult to find proper authentic gyros (pork or chicken) as opposed to the more common Greek-American lamb/beef ground mash so this restaurant drew my eye. I typically order from a different nearby Greek spot but was curious to try this place out. Ordered via delivery app so can't say anything about ambiance or service other than it was quickly prepared. Food: Ordered the pork gyro plate, spanakopita, and baklava. The pork gyro was extremely bland. Tasted like only seasoned with salt. No hint of typical Greek spices that should be expected from Greek grilled meats. Also it was dry which makes me suspect it wasn't made in the proper way of stacking thin slices of pork on a spit and rotating it and was instead cooked on a griddle. I wasn't inside the restaurant to check so I can't say for certain. The fries were crispy but otherwise generic and average. Pita bread was average. Tzatziki was loose and very bland. The portions for this 20 dollar gyro plate were very small especially when considering the overall subpar quality. Either charge 10 dollars or make the food better with bigger portions. I'd rate it 1.5/5. The spanakopita filling was bland and straight mush. The phyllo pastry was wildly greasy to the point i had to peel off about half of it from both sides to attempt finishing spanakopita. Even then it was honestly just slop and I only finished about 1/3rd of the pastry before tossing it. I typically always try to finish my food as I was raised not to waste but this was genuinely off-putting. 0.5/5 The baklava was your average Greek baklava. Nothing to particularly write home about. 3/5 Conclusion: Based on reading other recent reviews, this place apparently changed ownership and dropped off in quality, quantity, and pricing. Following my experience, I can confirm this is indeed the truth. I will not patronize this business in the future. For those looking for authentic Greek gyros and other Greek items, I highly recommend trying Charcoal Flame about 2 or 3 miles away from this location. They outperform this restaurant in every regard. read more

The Works Grill serves up some great Chicago style hotdogs and their burgers are not that far off. service is the worst part of the experience. The young lady at the counter seems to not be able to get off her phone and look up. I was standing in front of her ready to order when I finally had to ask her to help me. She has zero personality and doesn't have the ability to say thank you. The final step of payment has the audacity to ask for a tip. Once you receive your food at the counter it's self serve from their on. read more

The Works Grill - Bad service - Greek Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

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I've only been to Works Grill once and need to go back to confirm, but it may be some of the best gyros I've found in the burbs around here. Greek gyros restaurants in the U.S. usually have their purveyors make a custom blend of ground meats and herbs, though I prefer the traditional layered meat, pressed together. For me, it has to include lamb, which isn't always the case around here, mixed with beef and or pork, and seasoned with herbs like oregano, garlic, onion, and cumin. Many years ago, when I was in college in Madison, WI, there was a great gyros spot where I'd always eat at least two sandwiches, often three, and a couple of times four because it was so good. They'd make them big for me since I was a regular. I like it cooked crispy on the spit and sliced thin, never thrown on a flat top or grill. I was burning a lot more calories back then, but I still love a great gyro. I haven't found gyros that good anywhere around here, and I've been to all the places that specialize in them, including Dengoes, The Hub, and others. There may be great gyros at some Chicago spots I haven't tried. Any recommendations? read more

New owners, newly remodeled, but mostly the same crew who makes a great souvlaki, gyros sandwich, and awesome generic-ish fries, this place still delivers on good and tasty food. I'll be honest, the gyros sandwich is 95% the same compared to the originally made by the previous family owners...just something tiny seemed different, but yet is still a good sandwich. As is the pork souvlaki. And fries too. And that's about all I eat from this place, though other people say the hot dogs and burgers are good too. Can't say much about the Italian beef, though I know people who had it but it looked generic-ish to me at the time (which was actually before the new owners came around, so...). Still plenty of parking, and is very nearby the Walgreens on Washington Road. read more

Ordered a gyros sandwich well done. The sandwich is small. They are using smaller but thicker pitas, and there was not much meat on it like other establishments put on. And it was not cooked well done. Also the tzatziki sauce was thin and not very flavorful. The old owners didn't serve it like this! Not worth the money. read more

Food is excellent however the portions were more generous when the old man used to run it. I dont mind paying $20 dollars for a gyro plate but add some more meat, a child would not be full with the portions under current management. Do they weigh the grams on a scale? smallest portion of meat I ever had, ridiculous! read more

Years ago I was initially a fan, but there is something "off" about their Pita, IMO, I'm not a fan. I've been a fan of a good Gyro sandwich since the 1970's and have tasted far superior on many occasions. read more

One of my favorite places to go I might say I go so much that my order is known without me having to say who I am over the phone lol all we have fresh food never have had a bad service and I've been coming to this place for about 10+ years. Great burgers great gyros. I love the pictures of Greece and the other artwork they have up there. read more

This place used to have the best gyros in Chicagoland. Since it has come under new management I am not thrilled anymore. The old mgmt used to grill the gyro meat on the grill and same with the pita. These guys don't. Yuck. The tzatziki sauce is different. Yuck. Cheese fries used to be awesome. They are still good but a bit underdone. I am now looking for a better place to get a great gyro in the area. read more

This place is pretty amazing! I love the timeliness of their deliver and the way they package the food. I know the packaging adds to the bill but in this case I feel it is worth it because the packaging keeps the food hot and the fries crispy! The gyro lives up to its reputation and order an extra pita (or keep some in your fridge) because it's so stuffed you can make another sandwich so you're actually getting a BOGO! The only reason it's not a five is because I feel they can improve on the fish portion of the fish and chip meal. The fish was your standard frozen fish patty not the battered fried cod I was looking forward to.‍None the less I will continue ordering from The Works , there are so many things I'd like to try on their menu. read more

Wow was good now over priced. Gyro plate dinner pita was hard not much meat Greek salad with grilled chicken, chicken was premade and no flavor and dressing was balsamic not good. Sad it used to be my go to place... did owners change? Went on a Saturday nite read more

This place used to be my go to for gyros alas all good things must come to an end. The ambience is lack luster but the service and food given what it was was worth getting depressed. read more

This is AMAZING! No frills but it's got a great selection of Gyros (classic and chicken) and then other items like hotdogs, etc. The Gyros are AMAZING. Delicious meat, white sauce and fresh tomatos. Go here for the gyros for sure -- local spot that holds up read more

The Works Grill - Gyro - Greek Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

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Been coming here for decades. New management and I have heard the complaints as to the quality dropping but I don't have many of my own. Prices have definitely raised but hands down the best place in the area to get a gyro; long gone are the days of the $5 gyro. Great burgers and breaded wings too. Order the fries extra crispy or well done and consider a small tip to the boys in the back. Note to management, remember the loyal customers, drop your combos by just a few bucks. Over $16 for a single patty cheeseburger combo is just a bit higher than what most people are comfortable paying. Consider discounted lunch specials. Keep up the great work. read more

Ordered food from here twice. Very fast service! First time was traditional gyros and fries. Very good! Fries didn't make it out of the parking lot. Gyros very tasty. Second order for take-out. Again traditional gyros very good. Tried pork gyros. Very disappointed. Not tasty at all. Chicken tenders were more like chicken chips. Flatted out so much you almost couldn't see chicken past the breading. It appeared it was pounded chicken? Mostly breading. The baklava was so tiny it almost felt like the container was empty! How could you send out a toddler size bite of dessert and charge an extra $2 for it, too. Online order prices are more. Anyway. It's been hit or miss. Maybe we'll give it another go. read more

I've been to this establishment numerous times. This was my first Italian Beef from here...unfortunately, probably my last too! Was extremely disappointed . This was probably the worst meal I've ever had from The Works! The spices used were so OVERPOWERING that the beef flavor was COMPLETELY LOST!! Oh well...they DO make a damn good Gyro though! read more

Fast service great food been going there for years thanks to my family recommend to people whom never tried

Growing up in Glenview I have been to "The Works" since high school. With the rise of chain and franchise fast food restaurants they don't have places like this anymore. A small business that serves quality food their way. There's something about the food that always tastes different than the big name guys. The place is clean and well decorated and the staff friendly and inviting. I heard ownership has changed but the food remains consistently delicious. I got the gyros plate. Gyros was tender and the pita was soft like a pillow. Fries were perfectly done and compliments the gyros well. A solid meal at "The Works" always! read more

What an amazing place the service is amazing and they are so authentic and welcoming. I took my elder mom w the rest of my family on mothers day and they blessed us w free baklava for Mother's Day day. What an amazing place w amazing people. Also reasonable prices! read more

The Works Grill - Greek Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

Most importantly their food is fresh. The prices are very reasonable. The owners are very friendly and courteous !

Salads are delicious. Very authentic. I usually get the gyro salad. We drive 30 min just for the food. We can't get anything like this near home owners are very friendly read more

Ate here last night with my husband. We each had the gyro, they were very good. Very large. The Taziki sauce is delicious. Fries were cooked perfect. We don't live close to The Works so don't go very often. So glad we went, will be back! read more

Their gyro sandwich used to be crazy good. But the original owners sold and the new buyer made some changes which are a-ok. The place was good - mostly it was the nostalgia. We liked it but it's definitely not what it used to be. We only and always get their gyro plate and gyro sandwich. Doesn't disappoint but definitely doesn't impress us like before. read more

The Works Grill - Greek Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

No daily specials here or coupons! This was a great place when the original owners were alive now as you can see the prices are way up and the portions are way down the food doesn't taste anywhere near the same so when done with it! And remember a lot of people will use five stars with friends and families to boost up their rating but check out the prices and the portions for yourself if you dare! read more

Unlike my ex I have never had a issue about coming back whenever I please. I love this place, the food and the people make this place so special. I genuinely have never had a single bad experience. I am a huge fan of the Italian beef. It's nice and moist and better then anything in Glenview. This place is great if your recently divorced or if your just hungry on a cold Wednesday afternoon in December. read more

Great tasting food. Great value. Highly recommend the chicken breast pita. Pork kabobs are great also.

This is so sad that after going here since 1986 as a kid that the Works has turned so bad. Obviously they have changed owners and although the interior has been remodeled it was a very cheap job but we never came for the ambiance. The main staple was always Gyros but after trying it for the second time in past 3 months it's very clear that this staple has become NASTY. I ordered The gyros plate this time instead of the sandwich to see if we got more meat. NO you get cold raw fries and pay double the money, when I opened the container it STUNK which were the rotting onions so bad, they gave you 2 half slices of tomatoes and worst of all I could have change my engine oil with the amount of oil the gyros were soaking in. It's truly terrible what they are giving the public compared to prior years. read more

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Love almost everything here but the prices have definitely increased since the first time I came here. Please note the latest prices on menu items as the menu prices connected to Yelp is way off. This is your typical Vienna beef place but specializes in gyros...to that point, they do a great job at it. read more

The Works Grill - Kitchen and menu - Greek Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

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I would have given this place 5 star for good food and friendly atmosphere but they forgot my order and had to wait 45-50 minutes ( probably honest mistake). It's a good thing they gave a free Baklava to compensate for that incident. Food is great though and might come back to try other food , hopefully they don't forget my order next time. read more

The Works Grill - Chicken souvlaki sandwich , and Baklava - Greek Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

I think this is my new spot now! I am really in love with their Greek Chicken Salad. It is so fresh and delicious and the Greek dressing is amazing AF! I think they won me over just from the dressing lol. I also really LOVE their soups! I just had the chicken lemon rice today and it was off the Richter Scale out of this world!!! I love Avgolemeno but this place makes it on another level! read more

The Works Grill - Greek Chicken Salad with Greek dressing - Greek Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

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Few places stand as best examples to not judge the book by its cover. This is one of those with very good food that you wouldn't want even expect in the first look. Sad that this place is hidden in a strip mall and easily gets lost on the looks. Service is fast and food is very delicious. Nothing fancy, simple yet oddly satisfying. This is my first time here and I've had a gyro sandwich. Meat tastes so neat and flavorful. Should say one of the best gyro places in Note: They allow dine in as well, if you are not comfortable sitting inside they have couple spots on the out infront read more

One of the best Greek Gyros (authentic pork) and souvlaki (pork skewers) dishes. This place is a weekly visit for us.

After not visiting the Works in over 30 years, I was in the area and had to visit. I was not disappointed For some odd reason, I swear that the employees are the same as my childhood and didn't age. The gyros was as I remembered as was the inside. While the mall around the Works has changed, everything else brought me back to riding my BMX bike over to grab a gyros and fries! No bike brought me here but the memory was the same - outstanding food, great service and friendly people behind the counter (or plexiglass). Disappointed that I didn't come here sooner. Glad that The Works is still here and I promise it will not be 30 years til my next visit. read more

The Works Grill - Nothing has changed in over 30 years! - Greek Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

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I'm so so so so so sad. It's no longer what it used to be. I used to go once a week to get a cheeseburger, Italian beef, cheese fries and veggie gyro (made as a plate) but stopped going as often when the ownership changed. Almost immediately I noticed the portion sizes slightly got smaller and the taste, while similar, was very slightly different. I went back the other day for the first time in a year and I was so sad because it was so different than what it used to be. The tzatziki sauce which was once creamy and flavorful was slightly gritty/grainy and had a muted yet sour taste, the pita which once was fluffy and delicious had a more whole grain bitter taste. The service is mostly the same with the not friendly but not-not friendly demeanor. I will say the inside of the restaurant has been revamped and is cleaner than it used to be. I would trade it all to go back to the way it used to be though. I haven't been back in a while so I'll need to go back and see if maybe they were just going through a rough patch. read more

The food is delicious and even better than souvlaki in Greece. As a family of 4 we tried the burger, the gyros, the pork and chicken souvlaki and all were delicious. The environment is great and the service super friendly. I highly recommend it! read more