Greek Islands Restaurant, Chicago

This place has the best food in Greektown. They are by far the busiest place on Halsted. We've gone to other restaurants and found them empty while they are full and the reason is simple: they are the best

Visited Greek Islands twice in four days. First visit was on a Sunday afternoon. The place was packed, we were four, so waited only for 20-25 mins; but, if you're group is more than, say 6, be ready to wait more. Second visit was on a Tuesday night; no wait for a table of 4. The food was very good. We've been to many Mediterranian, Greek, Turkish, Syrian, and Middle Eastern restaurants in different US cities during the last 15 or so years, and this one is nerar the top of our list. It's hard to come across a decent Gyro in US; Greek Islands' meat was perfect. Chicken was my favorite though; some of the food were just like what I would expect my mom to cook at home. [Disclosure: family not Greek. :] Kadayifi (they have another name for it, comes with ice cream on top) is maybe a bit different that what we would expect, but the rest were just perfect. Order the family dinner if you're not sure what to eat. However, make sure you ask for yogurt to eat with your fried zuccinis (caution: deep fried :). The place is fairly big, and a bit loud (but, hey!); no problem with service. You know you would want that thing with flames. Turn around when you hear 'Oppa!' {Yes, it is deep fried cheese.}

I LOVE THIS RESTAURANT!!! I'VE BEEN TO GREEK ISLANDS PROBABLY LIKE 10 TIMES IN MY LIFE AND I'M GONNA KEEP ON GOING THERE. THEY HAVE EXCELLENT FOOD AND DESSERT!! THE PEOPLE THERE ARE JUST SO RESPECTFUL NICE!! I LOVE IT SO MUCH!!!!!

If you go to Chicago, you have to dine at Greek Islands on Halstead. Greek Town never tasted so good. I recommend the family meal. You will get several courses of great Greek food, and they give you just the right amount for the number of people at your table. The main dishes are plated so you can pass them around and have a bit of everything. This was one of the best meals I've ever had.

I have been to Greek Islands several times. It is one of the cornerstones of greektown. Right on Halsted a great location on the corner. This place has a large bar area and several rooms for dining. Its gets loud and crowded, but its all part of the atmosphere. The food is wonderful, traditional greek dishes. If you are in the mood for Greek head to the Islands!

From the moment you arrive, the hospitality and service are excellent. From the free valet parking to the final sip of coffee with dessert, this restaurant is a great place for authentic Greek food, and an atmosphere that works well for a romantic evening or a gathering of the gang for leisure dining. The portions are generous, and the food is beyond compare to any other place in Chicago.

The place is gorgeous, the staff is fantastic- down to the valets- and the food is out of this world. For a first visit I highly recommend eating family style (yes, even on a date) so you can sample. I wish every restaurant was this good.

Very Affordable! The best greek food ever! Its in Greektown so you have other places to choose from but why bother? This place is the BEST!!!

One of many greek restaurants in greektown in Chicago. It's a great place to take a large group of friends to try out Greek food. The service is plentiful and helpful. The food is abundunt and filling and the amount you get for the value is great.

the food was SOOOO good!!!!!! visit on a weeknight so that it isn't so busy. we came in, it was only about a 15/10 minute wait. we sat down then got our appetizers!! mmmmm!!! then we ordered! and ate! and it was really really good food!!! GO!