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Greek Islands
Greek Restaurant$$$$
Greektown, Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Explore Chicago and Eater
"Flaming saganaki is always great, and the lamb was cooked perfectly."(21 Tips)
"Fantastic Greek food right in the heart of Greek Town!"(3 Tips)
"Grilled octopus and any of their lamb sits at the top of my list."(7 Tips)
"Excellent chicken riganati and gyros!"(9 Tips)
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The whole staff is great. Tons of great options. Some favorites: saganaki, Athenian salad, broiled salmon, Lake Superior white fish tail, gyros (extra tzatziki). Hot Lima beans may be the star.
Fernando CovasSeptember 2, 2014One of the best for fresh, healthy, and simply prepared seafood. Whole grilled fish is the way to go, as is the octopus. Don't overlook their veggies: try the horta (braised greens), okra, and beets.
My favorite restaurant in the world. Everything I've tried has been fantastic. I love the chicken raganaki. Try the family style option, you'll get to taste a variety and have plenty to eat!
Explore ChicagoApril 18, 2012Greek Island is the staple of Greek Town, importing wines, olives oil, oregano, honey and olives straight from Greece. Try their distinctive lima beans and Colorado lamb.
Janeé BJuly 10, 2016Get the family style. Definitely plenty of food. Adolfo took excellent care of my family and they accommodated my 94-year old grandfather very well. We all had a wonderful experience!!!
Patricia HayesAugust 11, 2017Paros island and Antiparos great islands very close from each other you can say the food is the same not matters which restaurant you go try the eggplant grill in Aliki in Paros- Krista MartinAugust 11, 2015The most amazing food in Chicago! I've had Giordanos, mother Hubbard wings, and several others but this was the best of all!! Order the Gyro and pork of loin. Unbelievable
Cyndi Cavanaugh AndersonFebruary 4, 2016Great ambiance, crowded, don't take reservations, rushed service, food good, lamb chops and chocolate cake thumbs up, will try Athenia next time more open and spacious
CJMarch 6, 2017Flaming cheese came out literally on fire. We also ordered the grilled fish and lamb. Pretty authentic according to a native friend.
Sarah K. QuinnAugust 22, 2012I got the combo meal so I got to try more things! Huge portions! I got the gyro and pasticio. Both highly recommended. Ask for a little extra sauce for the pasticio to make it fantastic.
Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 20, 2018Try the Dolmades, Saganaki, Grilled Octopus. My favorite entrée is Arni Fournou (braised Lamb). Great restaurant. POLI NOSTIMOS! (Very delicious) OPA!
Russell SkeberdisAugust 4, 2012Very attentive service. Great and plentiful food that's worth the not-expensive prices. Lots of seating. And you will almost never have less than half a glass at a given moment.
David CurielNovember 29, 2014Busy and family orientated, went here for my brothers last dinner in the states before he left to Mexico. Try the lamb,generally go for the octopus as well.
Erika DavisApril 2, 2016Personally, I love their sides. Potatoes & rice pilaf are my favorites. Portion size is pretty big, so I recommend sharing
pyMay 19, 2014Excellent food at this place. Especially loved the saganaki cheese and the vegetarian options in the combo. I will definitely come back!
Joshua HaftelJanuary 22, 2015Rather ho-hum greek fare. Flaming saganaki is always great, and the lamb was cooked perfectly. Just nothing spectacular. At least it's quite large and can accommodate many, our wait wasn't too bad.
Jeff RyanOctober 11, 2014Flaming cheese appetizer, Greek salad was delicious, and the combo ( spinach pie and mostaka) that I got was top notch!
eric bornemannAugust 11, 2019An institution with a menu as long as a novel. The saganaki is a must no matter what you order.
Van PSeptember 6, 2014It's almost like if you were in Greece. Try to taste everything you can. Authentic.
Marco JimenezMay 9, 2017Family friendly spot. Tons of options. Decent prices. Not a go to for dates because there will be kids yelling.
Cristopher Manuel Sanchez RodriguezFebruary 20, 2016The best burned cheese I ever tried! Also octopus fall from heaven! Everything is good here!
Jessica DuBoisNovember 10, 2015Even if you aren't a huge fan of seabass, get THEIR seabass . Also the grilled octopus, saganaki and spanakopita.
Stephen OkanoNovember 10, 2015Agree with everyone else on the flaming saganaki. I ate an ungodly amount of food for a reasonable price
Peter VermeulenOctober 9, 2016Authentic food in the hart of Greek Town. Try the seafood souvlaki or the sea bass.
- Heather FolsomMay 21, 2017Excellent chicken riganati and gyros! The saganaki and Greek salad are a must.
Always great (and fast!) service and delicious, authentic Greek food! Highly recommend.
Amber NelsonSeptember 22, 2015Huge meals we got the all inclusive and could have fed a family so be hungry!
Diogenes MartinezApril 29, 2013Try the family meal for two!!! Omg! So much food, and it is delicious. This is the best Greek Restaurant ever!!!!
Ryan FischNovember 11, 2012Great food, great prices! Gets really busy after 7pm so if you are going with kids go early.
Danial ShamsApril 10, 2015The spetsofai was delicious! The red sauce really brought it all together well.
Daniel HDecember 2, 2013Best of the "big box" Greektown restaurants. Has the freshest seafood by far.
This is one of my favorite places. The food is good and it feels like family.
Outstanding food! Love every dish I have ordered! And the service is friendly and attentive.
Been here 200 times great place. Service rocks food depends on time. But still a 4 out of 5 star place.
- Emily DOctober 11, 2012The service here is amazing! Tip well. ;) Also, no Greek meal is complete without Saginaki.
Trudy DelfosseAugust 11, 2013Saganaki, Teramusalta and anything lamb with family and friends = best of times
Nick W.October 15, 2011Wonderful service and amazing food! I've never had lamb before and it was a great first impression. 5 stars!
Gozde Basak OzturkAugust 17, 2014Greek food is actually turkish but they're ok. Deserts can be better. Try hard for turkish deserts guys :))
Pete IppelMarch 14, 2012Portions are gigantic, so the last time I was there I just ordered a plate of squid for starters and it was a full meal.
Can't go wrong with this place. Lamb ribs are among the honorable mentions- James M.August 18, 2011Try lots of unknown things if you're feeling adventurous - everything is good. Grilled octopus and any of their lamb sits at the top of my list.
William QuiñonesAugust 14, 2017Disappointed! The "special men" I was presented had just two of seven plates available. I went there about 8:30 pm so it wasn't like they were closing. Not recommended! 👎
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(312) 782-9855
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Outdoor Seating
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar
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Kevin M. McNally, CMP
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