Best Of Greek Town

Spend a night out in Chicago's Greek Town neighborhood. Enjoy local Greek cuisine on the bustling Halsted Street. Located on the West Side of Chicago, close to the Loop and United Center, Greek Town is in the heart of it all. Rich in history and tradition, Greek Town is one of the most famous neighborhoods in Chicago. After visiting some of the restaurants featured here, it's not hard to see why!

Have a favorite Greek Town restaurant we missed? Tell us where to find it below.

Greek Islands

200 S. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 782-9855
www.greekislands.net

Greek Islands imports its own extra virgin olive oil, wine, cheeses, seafood, olives, herbs and spices directly from Greece. Located in the heart of Greek Town, Greek Islands is affordable, fresh, authentic Greek cuisine. The great ambiance and free valet parking will keep you coming back.

Athena

212 S. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60661
www.athenarestaurantchicago.com

Athena boasts a classic, old-world setting indoors, and a warm, whimsical patio outdoors. With a traditional Greek menu, fun atmosphere, and amazing patio space, Athena will make you feel like you've transported to the Greek Isles. Also take advantage of their free valet parking!

Roditys Restaurant

222 South Halsted
Chicago, Illinois, 60661
(312) 454-0800
www.roditys.com

Roditys is known as the "old-school" favorite of Greek Town. A Greek Town staple for over 35-years, Roditys serves traditional Greek favorites, family style dinner options, and an abundance of menu choices to cure your Greek cravings. Stuffy eaters go elsewhere, Roditys is for the home-cooked crowd.

The Parthenon

314 S. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 726-2407
www.theparthenon.com

When heading to the Parthenon in Greek Town, make sure to bring your appetite. The portions are large and a great value for the amount of food. When entering, you'll be overwhelmed by the smell of lamb barbecuing on the spit, and the sound of large groups enjoying a night out in Greek Town.

Pegasus

130 South Halsted St,
Chicago, IL60661
(312) 226-3377
www.pegasuschicago.com

Fresh seafood, lamb, and traditional Greek cuisine are the specialties at Pegasus. Home cooked recipes hit your table with exceptional service and freshness. The rooftop is an amazing location to take in the vibrant streets of Greek Town and views of the Chicago skyline.

Be sure to visit their sister location, Artopolis Bakery and Cafe, just down the street at 306 South Halsted.

Santorini

800 W. Adams St.
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 829-8820
www.santorinichicago.com

Open in Greek Town for over 21-years, Santorini's menu features more than 20 seafood options flown in daily. While the large portions can easily be split by two, you probably won't want to share! The family style options and unlimited liquor/drink packages, makes Santorini perfect for parties and large groups.

Have a favorite Greek Town restaurant we missed? Tell us where to find it below. --Lauren Wulf, CBS Local Chicago