Greek Islands
Chicago
At a glance
Greek Islands at 200 S Halsted St offers a genuine taste of traditional Greek cuisine in the vibrant city of Chicago. Guests can expect an array of Greek dishes that highlight the flavors and aromas of the Mediterranean. The setting embodies a classic Greek taverna ambiance, providing an inviting and comfortable atmosphere for diners. With its emphasis on authenticity, Greek Islands is a place where both locals and visitors can enjoy home-cooked style meals that reflect the rich culinary traditions of Greece.
The venue is suitable for a wide range of diners, including families, groups, and anyone interested in exploring ethnic cuisines. Its location in Chicago makes it easily accessible for both locals and tourists who want to savor Greek culinary delights. The restaurant focuses on creating an experience that is both welcoming and reminiscent of the warm hospitality found in Greece. Diners can expect a taste journey that brings together fresh ingredients, traditional recipes, and a genuine touch of Greek culture.
Reviews
The service was friendly and efficient, and we were seated immediately without any wait. The atmosphere was pleasant and welcoming. The starters were the highlight of the meal. The fish soup and chickpea soup were both excellent, full of flavour and very enjoyable. The gigantes (Greek giant beans) were also delicious. We were served two types of bread, one was fresh and tasty, although the other seemed a little stale. Unfortunately, the main courses were disappointing. We ordered the lamb with orzo and the lamb with potatoes, and both dishes were extremely greasy. There was simply too much oil for our taste, and we ended up leaving most of them. To finish, we had Galatopita, which was excellent and one of the best parts of the meal. The Greek coffee, however, was very watery and lacked the strong flavour we expected. Overall, there were some very good elements, particularly the starters, dessert, service and atmosphere, but the overly greasy main courses and weak coffee let the experience down. For us, it was a 3-star visit.
My experience at Greek Islands was definitely a 5/5. Spacious, clean, polite staff and wonderful wait service. Our waiter Christofores, super cool and funny. He talked about his journey from Greece to Chicago to play soccer, learning English in two years, and meeting his now best friend from Nigeria by a chance encounter at the airport. The food was really good. Rustic, nice flavors. Everything tasted and looked fresh. Will definitely have to visit here again.
Food was good. We ordered the family style combo and brought enough for at least 2 more meals. Our server Hannah went out of her to meet my dietary restrictions and then still tried to make it better. All of the pictures were my 1/2 of the combo. It also came with coffee and a piece of custard and a piece of baklava. 34.95 per person.
We had such a great experience at Greek Islands and will definitely be back. Our server Yannis truly made the night. He was so warm, attentive, and gave amazing recommendations that we ended up loving. The crispy eggplant with tomato sauce and cheese was rich and comforting, the grilled octopus was perfectly cooked, and the flaming cheese was both delicious and such a fun moment. He also helped us pick a great wine and answered all our questions without ever rushing us. The whole experience felt easy, welcoming, and genuinely enjoyable. The ambiance just added to it all. Highly recommend asking for Yannis if you go!
Excellent experience at Greek Islands. The server Jacqueline was terrific, had great skill in fileting the redfish I ordered, every table around me had the flaming cheese. The grilled octopus was very good as an appetizer it reminded me of memorable food in Athens and in the Azores. Had a great time highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who likes Greek food.
