Diners' Choice: Greek restaurants in Chicago / Illinois

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Greek cuisine in Chicago / Illinois? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Nisi Greek Taverna

4.9

4.9 (516)

$31 to $50

Greek

Schererville, IN

About the restaurant

Modern Greek Cuisine. Opened up by Greek Master Chef Pandelis Vouros. Book today!

Top review

Dr. ArthurVIP

Dined 7 days ago

For our first visit, this experience was a 10 of 10. I could not have been more impressed with the food and drink selections. The staff was very kind and attentive to our needs.

Avli - River North

4.8

4.8 (87)

$31 to $50

Greek

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of bustling River North, Avli offers contemporary and classic Greek small plates, mains, and desserts as well as approachable Greek wines and inventive cocktails.

Enjoy our inviting bi-level dining room and expansive outdoor patio that’s dog-friendly for dinner, lunch, and brunch! We look forward to having you in to experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Meraki (passion) and Kefi (joy).

For parties of 8 or fewer, book online with OpenTable.
For parties of 9-12, please call the restaurant directly at (312) 643-5656.
For parties greater than 12, book with Avli Events by contacting our team here: https://www.avli.us/tripleseat-form-avli or by calling our Events Team at (312) 526-3606.

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GwenVIP

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Tables are far enough apart that you can hear the conversation!! Waitress was extremely accommodating (e.g. offered a taste of the wine before ordering, added meat request to the salad) and pleasant. Very enjoyable evening.

Avli Taverna - Lincoln Park

4.8

4.8 (78)

$31 to $50

Greek

Lincoln Park

About the restaurant

Avli Taverna, located on a quiet tree-lined street in Lincoln Park, offers contemporary and classic Greek small plates, mains, and desserts as well as approachable Greek wines and inventive cocktails.

Enjoy our inviting dining room, lively bar, and seasonal outdoor patio that’s dog-friendly for dinner, lunch, and brunch! We look forward to having you in to experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Meraki (passion) and Kefi (joy).

For parties of 8 or fewer, book online with OpenTable.
For parties of 9 or greater, please call the restaurant directly at (773) 857-5577.

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KimVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Wonder experience and food was amazing! Can’t wait to get back!

Basils Dining

4.8

4.8 (1925)

$31 to $50

Greek

Aurora

About the restaurant

One of the Top Ten Restaurants in Illinois is closer than you think here at Basils! We offer exceptional lamb, steaks, seafood, and incredible rotating Chef's features. With an ever changing selection of 12 of the best beers on tap, an extensive wine list, and seasonal specialty cocktails there is sure to be something for everyone on the menu. To enhance the food and drinks, Basils holds the highest standards for service and customer satisfaction. Welcome Home.

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phil

Dined on Dec 10, 2024

Beautiful restaurant & dining experience. Food was delicious, nice portion size & our server was attentive. Highly recommend & we will definitely be returning!

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Popular dish

Grilled Octopus

Andros Taverna

4.7

4.7 (191)

$30 and under

Greek

Logan Square

About the restaurant

Andros Taverna is a contemporary restaurant from Chef Doug Psaltis serving
sophisticated Greek food cooked from the soul. Inspired by the cosmopolitan taverns of
Greece, Andros Taverna is a story of culinary heritage, purity of flavors, and warm
hospitality in the heart of Logan Square!

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MichelleVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Enjoyed my evening. I took my son (his first time) and he was beyond impressed. It filled my heart and my belly. One of my top 10 local experiences.

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Experience

Feast of Seven Fishes

Experience

Daily Whole Fish and Seafood Specials

Experience

Andros Taverna Happy Hour!

Lýra

4.7

4.7 (1994)

$30 and under

Greek

West Loop

About the restaurant

Lyra, Dineamic Hospitality'S Greek Concept, Sits At The Bustling Corner Of Peoria And Fulton. Rooted In The Mediterranean Ethos Of Wellness, The Restaurant Brings Fresh, Holistic Fare To Chicago Diners In An Earthy, Indoor-Meets-Outdoor Space. Located At 905 W. Fulton Market, Lyra Has An 8,000-Square-Foot Imprint And Can Seat 230 In A Variety Of Spaces At Full Capacity, Plus 60 More On A 1,500-Square-Foot Covered Outdoor Patio.

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CarolinaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Great food and excellent service! Will be coming back for sure!! Thank you Marcos for taking such a good care of us!

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Popular dish

Grilled Octopus

Popular dish

Maine Lobster Linguini

Popular dish

Slow Roasted Lamb Gyros

Thassos Authentic Greek Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (837)

$31 to $50

Greek

Clarendon Hills

About the restaurant

Experience the finest Greek and Mediterranean dining in Chicagoland at Thassos Authentic Greek Restaurant in Clarendon Hills. Recognized twice with OpenTable’s Diner’s Choice Award, Thassos has become a top destination for those seeking an authentic Greek fine dining experience. As the only restaurant in Chicago dedicated to traditional Greek cuisine with an upscale touch, Thassos blends sophisticated service with a menu rooted in authentic flavors. From signature Mediterranean dishes to expertly crafted cocktails, every detail is thoughtfully designed to create a memorable dining experience. Thassos is perfect for all occasions—from intimate dinners and romantic evenings to corporate gatherings and special celebrations. Visit our website to book your table or inquire about reservations for groups of 9 or more.

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Nicole

Dined today

Great meal, great service. We sat in the bar area and could actually hear the people at our table. Their bar area is spacious. Gyros were excellent. The sea bass was excellent. Stuffed chicken was amazing. We couldn’t have been happier with our meal.

VIOLI

4.7

4.7 (1550)

$30 and under

Greek

Oakbrook Terrace

About the restaurant

VIOLÍ was initially inspired by DineAmic Hospitality Partners, David Rekhson and Lucas Stoioff's, travels throughout Greece, where they acquired a newfound appreciation for the natural Greek lifestyle. Following their trip, the hospitality group opened LÝRA in West Loop's Fulton Market neighborhood and now brings the Greek Cuisine and world renowned superstar Chef Partner Athinagoras Kostakos to the Western Suburbs.

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BenVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Loved the live music outside. This is one of our favorite restaurants. Everything is excellent other than we didn’t care for the vegetables and potatoes Intentionally being cold served with the fish. I think that should be clearly disclosed on the menu since it’s weird and really not very appetizing to have hot fish with cold mashed potatoes. Other than that highly recommend everything.

Taxim

4.5

4.5 (1094)

$30 and under

Greek

Bucktown / Wicker Park

About the restaurant

Taxim, which is located in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood, features regionally-inspired Greek dishes paired with an all-Greek wine list. The stunning dining room is fitted with soaring 16-foot ceilings, travertine marble floors, dramatic Byzantine-style lamps and artwork, and the rooftop dining area lined with Greek flowering herbs.

The restaurant was chosen as one of of Chicago's Best New Restaurants in 2009/2010 by the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Magazine and the Chicago Reader. Additionally, Taxim's housemade yogurt with young favas and lamb confit was selected as one of the Best Bites of 2009 by the Chicago Reader, the house-cured sardines were mentioned in Time Out Chicago's 2009 "100 Best Things We Ate (and drank) This Year" feature, and the wood-grilled octopus was selected as 2010's "Best New Dish" by Chicago magazine. Additionally, chef-owner David Schneider appeared on the Food Network's "Iron Chef America" in April 2011 going head-to-head with Iron Chef Cat Cora.

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dawn

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Loved it!! Food is so good and healthy! Great Vibe

Chrissoulas Modern Greek

4.7

4.7 (1022)

$30 and under

Greek

Libertyville

About the restaurant

Recently ranked 6th in the country by Guilty Eats, and voted best Mediterranean seafood restaurant in Illinois by LUXlife Magazine, Chrissoulas is a locally owned and operated restaurant in Libertyville IL, focusing on made-in-house modern dishes inspired by Greek & Mediterranean flavors. Brothers Nick and Theo are proud to run a business in the town they grew up in. We invite you to try something new and exciting, and dine with us tonight...Opa!

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KittyVIP

Dined on Oct 23, 2024

Great food always. Wish them all the best as they change menus to west side ramen.

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Popular dish

Grilled Octopus

Popular dish

Chrissoulas Greek Chicken

Popular dish

Branzino

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