Aba - Chicago

4.8

2616 Reviews

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Aba - Chicago

4.8

$50 and over

Mediterranean

West Loop

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 300 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining
Lively

Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and Bal
Harbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter style
of cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, and
Greece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.
Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy Chicken
Thigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar program
showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian, Meat
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 645-1400
Website
http://www.abarestaurantchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Host your next meeting or event with help from Aba! Enjoy Catering options including Hummus & Spreads, Hot & Cold Mezze, Dessert and more. Choose between the Mediterranean Feast with family-style options for a minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hour notice. Optional delivery is handled via Doordash, and costs $7.00.
Private party facilities
Let Aba cater your next celebration, meeting, or special event! Enjoy large group diningspaces, or our intimate semi-private Chef’s Table which can accommodate groups up to 10guests. For groups up to 600, join us in our private event hall, The Dalcy.

Location
302 N. Green Street, Chicago, IL 60607
Neighborhood
West Loop
Cross street
W Fulton St & N Green St
Parking details
Street parking is available, in addition to garage and valet.
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Crispy Chicken Thigh$19.95
potato puree, aleppo, isot, cilantro, chili garlic vinaigrette
Pork Belly$24.95
gala, red delicious, calabrese vinaigrette
Braised Beef Short Rib$32.95
parmesan polenta, tamarind, pomegranate date glaze
Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak Frites*$36.95
za'atar, feta, berebere red wine jus
Char-Grilled Lamb Chops*$49.95
blistered broccolini, garlic yogurt, pistachio & mint gremolata

Hot Mezze

Crispy Potatoes$12.95
mizithra, rosemary, scallion crema
Green Falafel$13.95
avocado tzatziki, garlic tahini, dania spice
Brussels Sprouts$14.95
almond & cashew dukkah, harissa honey
Grilled Halloumi$15.95
red grape, watercress, turmeric
Truffle Baked Orzo$28.95
black truffle, parmesan garlic breadcrumb

Seafood

Green Chili Shrimp$18.95
garlic, parmesan, calabrian chili breadcrumb
Pan-Roasted Halibut*$28.95
harissa honey, pineapple amba, basil oil
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$32.95
garlic, shallot, lemon, frisée, kale & dill remoulade

Kebabs

served with basmati rice

Grilled Cauliflower$16.95
medjool date, red onion, turmeric, tzatziki
Chicken Kefta$18.95
lemon, olive oil, tzatziki
Grilled Chicken$19.95
yogurt marinade, sweet pepper, zhoug
Lamb & Beef Kefta*$19.95
lemon, olive oil, tzatziki
Grilled Salmon*$24.95
sweet pepper, red onion, lemon, olive oil, zhoug

Dessert

Frozen Greek Yogurt$8.94
- Olive Oil, Sea Salt$8.95
- Passion Fruit, Basil$11.95
Crème Brûlée Pie$11.95
hibiscus poached quince
Sticky Date Cake$11.95
medjool date, sumac, whiskey caramel, whipped cream
Kataifi Carrot Cake$12.95
cashew cream cheese, sesame dukkah brittle, pineapple
Chocolate Orange Cremeux$14.95
pistachio, ginger & fennel cookie crust, whipped cream

Surcharge

As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.

What 2,616 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Mediterranean
Chicago / Illinois
Most Booked
Chicago
Mediterranean
Chicago
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aba in Chicago offers a "fantastic atmosphere" with a blend of Israeli and Middle Eastern cuisine, perfect for group gatherings. Diners rave about the "amazing hummus" and delightful rooftop views. While some service inconsistencies exist, the "ambiance is lovely," making it a must-visit for both locals and visitors.

2,616 Reviews

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Cindy
Philadelphia
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Love the setting and the food is imaginative and well executed. Sadly today was an exception. Service, while initially attentive , waned after we got our drinks. It was slow and disinterested. Had to check multiple times on our entree. It arrived 20 minutes later than what we ordered to accompany it. Disappointing cavalier dining experience this time. Will pause before a return visit.
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Lizelotte
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place never disappoints. We've celebrated birthdays and anniversaries here and they always make you feel special. Every single dish I've tried has been phenomenal. The ambiance is also fantastic.
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Holly
Orlando
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place! Really cute vibes. The short rib hummus was my favorite
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Lauren
Washington DC
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food & drinks, great service & ambience - highly recommend & always book in advance, super busy, but fun ambience!
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flora
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
My friend and I had made a reservation online, and when we arrived at the restaurant according to the appointment time, the lady at the front desk made us wait for another 15 minutes. But the customer who came after us got the table before us. I don't understand the point of my reservation.
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Kozetta
Palm Springs
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great vibe combined with delicious food and service made for a perfect evening.
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Hossam
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Dishes were great- especially the truffle orzo! Very accommodating to allergies and special diet.
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Emili
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service!! The atmosphere is very sophisticated. Loved it! Will recommend
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Renee
Minneapolis
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Really really Great food, but our service did not meet my expectations. Besides it being a busy Saturday night we would often not be able to find him. Maybe they were short staffed or something. I wanted to stick up for him but it just kept getting worse. Felt like we were sitting there wondering what would happen next.
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Ayush
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The food here never disappoints. The Japanese Sweet Potato spread and the Baked Truffle Orzo are must haves. Will 100% be coming back. Only small thing is that we got our food before we got our drinks!
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FAQs

Aba - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 645-1400.

Aba - Chicago is rated 4.8 stars by 2616 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Aba - Chicago

4.8

$50 and over

Mediterranean

West Loop

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 300 times today

Order delivery or takeout

302 N. Green Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
W Fulton St & N Green St
Neighborhood
West Loop
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian, Meat
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking is available, in addition to garage and valet.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.abarestaurantchicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 645-1400
Catering
Host your next meeting or event with help from Aba! Enjoy Catering options including Hummus & Spreads, Hot & Cold Mezze, Dessert and more. Choose between the Mediterranean Feast with family-style options for a minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hour notice. Optional delivery is handled via Doordash, and costs $7.00.
Private party facilities
Let Aba cater your next celebration, meeting, or special event! Enjoy large group diningspaces, or our intimate semi-private Chef’s Table which can accommodate groups up to 10guests. For groups up to 600, join us in our private event hall, The Dalcy.

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Aba - Chicago

Aba - Chicago

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

12 gorgeous Chicago restaurants that will blow you away

Brussels Sprouts

Lamb & Beef Kefta

Grilled Cauliflower

Hummus

Classic$13.95

Smoky Garlic$14.95

Pumpkin$16.95

Crispy Short Rib Hummus

Crispy Short Rib Hummus$18.95

Spreads

Whipped Feta$14.95

Charred Eggplant$14.95

Muhammara$15.95

Japanese Sweet Potato$16.95

Cold Mezze

Marinated Olives & Feta$14.95

Greek Village Salad$16.95

House-Made Stracciatella

House-Made Stracciatella$18.95

Raw

Truffled Salmon*$18.95

Halibut Ceviche*$20.95

Hamachi*$21.95

Big Eye Tuna & Honeycrisp Apple*$22.95

Mediterranean Butcher

Crispy Chicken Thigh$19.95

Pork Belly$24.95

Braised Beef Short Rib$32.95

Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak Frites*$36.95

Char-Grilled Lamb Chops*$49.95

Hot Mezze

Crispy Potatoes$12.95

Green Falafel$13.95

Brussels Sprouts$14.95

Grilled Halloumi$15.95

Truffle Baked Orzo$28.95

Seafood

Green Chili Shrimp$18.95

Pan-Roasted Halibut*$28.95

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$32.95

Kebabs

Grilled Cauliflower$16.95

Chicken Kefta$18.95

Grilled Chicken$19.95

Lamb & Beef Kefta*$19.95

Grilled Salmon*$24.95

Dessert

Frozen Greek Yogurt$8.94

Crème Brûlée Pie$11.95

Sticky Date Cake$11.95

Kataifi Carrot Cake$12.95

Chocolate Orange Cremeux$14.95

Surcharge

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Aba - Chicago offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Aba - Chicago currently accepting reservations?

Aba - Chicago

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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