Athena Restaurant

4.6

2836 Reviews

$30 and under

Greek

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2 people

Jan 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

Lively
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Nestled in the heart of Chicago's vibrant Greektown neighborhood, Athena Restaurant stands as a beacon of authentic Greek culture and culinary excellence. Our establishment offers a captivating journey to Greece, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the rich flavors of traditional Greek cuisine. Our hand-crafted menu features an array of classic dishes prepared with authentic recipes passed down through generations. From succulent souvlaki and moussaka to irresistible baklava, every bite tells a story of Greece's culinary legacy. Step into our warm and inviting ambiance, where the spirit of Greek hospitality embraces you. Our attentive staff is dedicated to ensuring your visit is nothing short of exceptional. Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner for two, a lively gathering with friends, or a taste of Greece in the heart of the Windy City, Athena Restaurant is the perfect destination. Join us and let the flavors and ambiance of Greece elevate your dining experience to new heights.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Greek
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 655-0000
Website
http://www.athenarestaurantchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
212 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661
Neighborhood
Greektown
Cross street
Between Adams and Jackson, on Halsted
Parking details
Complimentary Valet
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Vegan

Experiences

Chicago Restaurant Week - Lunch Menu
$30.00 per person
Jan 24, 2025 - Feb 9, 2025
Welcome to the 18th annual Chicago Restaurant Week! This 17-day celebration of Chicago’s award-winning dining scene is one of the most anticipated culinary events of the year. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Chicago’s Greektown neighborhood, Athena Restaurant stands as a beacon of authentic Greek culture and culinary excellence. Our establishment offers a captivating journey to Greece, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the rich flavors of traditional Greek cuisine. We off an exciting three-course Lunch menu at $30 per person, excluding tax and gratuity (additional offers may not be combined).
Chicago Restaurant Week - Dinner Menu
$45.00 per person
Jan 24, 2025 - Feb 9, 2025
Welcome to the 18th annual Chicago Restaurant Week! This 17-day celebration of Chicago’s award-winning dining scene is one of the most anticipated culinary events of the year. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Chicago’s Greektown neighborhood, Athena Restaurant stands as a beacon of authentic Greek culture and culinary excellence. Our establishment offers a captivating journey to Greece, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the rich flavors of traditional Greek cuisine. We off an exciting three-course Dinner menu at $45 per person, excluding tax and gratuity (additional offers may not be combined).

Popular dishes

Saganaki$10.00
pan fried kaseri cheese
Shrimp Athena$18.00
shrimp, tomatoes, onions, peppers, feta served on hot skillet
Kolokithia$11.00
lightly breaded zucchini chips, skordalia
Feta Zesti$11.00
broiled beefsteak tomato & feta
Octapodi$24.00
char-grilled mediterranean octopus
Patzaria$9.00
marinated beets, skordalia
Kalamari$19.00
lightly breaded, cocktail sauce
Imported Feta & Olives$10.00
Soutzoukakia$12.00
greek meatballs topped with feta
Melitzanes$12.00
fried eggplant, house-made marinara, feta cheese
Spanakopitakia$12.00
spinach & feta phyllo dough triangles
Meatless Dolmadakia$8.00
served with greek yogurt
Loukaniko$14.00
char-broiled greek sausage

Soup

Avgolemono
- Cup$5.00
- Bowl$7.00
Soup of the Day
- Cup$5.00
- Bowl$7.00

Main Entrées

Paidakia$44.00
lamb chops, rice & potato
Combo Plate$22.00
pastitsio, dolmades, leg of lamb, rice & potato
Gyros Plate$17.00
onions, tomatoes, pita & tzatziki
Pork Chops$27.00
2 center cut pork chops, rice & potato
Lamb Loin Chops$31.00
chops seasoned & broiled, rice & potato
Athenian Chicken$21.00
slow cooked organic half chicken, greek spices, lemon & white wine, rice & potato
Dolmades$18.00
rice & ground beef wrapped in grape leaves, egg-lemon sauce, potatoes
Greek Stuffed Chicken$22.00
chicken breast stuffed with spinach, feta, topped with mozzarella cheese, rice & egg-lemon sauce

In the Oven

Fournou$29.00
baked lamb, potatoes, garlic, olive oil, oregano
Aginarato$29.00
braised lamb shank, egg-lemon sauce, artichokes
Braised Lamb$29.00
braised lamb shank in tomato sauce, rice & potato
Leg of Lamb$26.00
roasted sliced leg of lamb, rice & potato
Pastitsio$19.00
macaroni, ground beef, bechamel sauce
Chicken Riganati$19.00
half-baked chicken, olive oil, oregano & potato
Mousakas$19.00
layers of baked eggplant, zucchini, potatoes, ground beef, bechamel sauce
Yiouvetsi$24.00
braised beef, orzo, shredded kefalotiri, tomato sauce
Exohiko$21.00
shredded lamb, peas, carrots, feta wrapped in phyllo dough
Gemista$19.00
baked stuffed bell peppers, with ground beef & rice

From the Sea

Mediterranean Seabass
served with rice & potato
- MP
Norwegian Salmon$28.00
served with asparagus, rice & potato
Bakalao$24.00
fried cod fish, skordalia
Catch of the Day
served with rice & potato
- MP

Vegetarian

Spanakopita$19.00
spinach & feta wrapped in pastry dough
Veggie Mousakas$19.00
layers of baked eggplant, zucchini, potatoes, bechamel suace
Vegetarian Pasta$17.00
mushrooms, spinach, sun dried tomatoes, peppers, onions, garlic, white wine sauce
Veggie Kabob$16.00
2 skewers of zucchini, onions, eggplant, peppers, rice & potato
Veggie Gemista$19.00
stuffed tomato and bell pepper with sautéed rice & herb

Sides

Spanakorizo$9.00
Gigandes$9.00
Green Beans$7.00
Green Peas$6.00
Oven Roasted Potatoes$6.00
Rice Pilaf$5.00
Greek Fries$9.00
Okra$6.00

What 2,836 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Athena Restaurant offers "delicious, authentic Greek cuisine" with standout dishes like sea bass, Athenian chicken, and lamb shank. Guests appreciate the "great atmosphere" and "friendly, attentive staff." Enjoy the vibrant outdoor patio, especially in summer. Some reviews mention service inconsistencies, but overall, Athena remains a Greektown favorite for its "excellent food and service."

2,836 Reviews

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Michael
Chicago
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great place to go if you want good food, nice atmosphere and convenient parking!
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Dean
Chicago
67 reviews
4.0
67 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a very good dinner with solid service. Everyone from the valet, the hostess, server and bus staff was friendly, efficient and effective. Staff is a very strong point. We were disappointed the new menu deleted our favorite. The combo platter was always our go to dish. That being said, our dinners were full of flavor, well presented and delicious. The food here is very good and well worth the trip. Overall we had a very good meal and a nice evening out.
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Melanie
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were awesome! A fun environment to have a group dinner
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Valerie
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had our team holiday lunch here. Service was fast and friendly, despite there being 13 of us. Food was delicious and the space we were seated was lovely!
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Eric
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was top notch and everyone’s food was amazing. Was first time here - will definitely be back!
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Rich
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service, Drinks, Food, Ambiance were FANTASTIC. I will be going back very soon!
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Christian
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This was my second time visiting this Restaurant . I have to say I do enjoy the food. You can taste the fresh ingredients and quality. The service can be somewhat subpar. It is worth a visit for Greek food lovers.
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Dawn
VIP
Chicago
88 reviews
5.0
88 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorites for Greek food- everything is fresh and authentic. Try the beets- outstanding
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Mary
Chicago
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Sad to see, but the quality of this restaurant seems to be declining. I’ve LOVED dining here for years, but the past few visits have been disappointing. Food was dry and salty and the taste seemed a bit “off.” Waitstaff was pushy, (asked us for our order within minutes of being seated…) bread bowl had 3 slices (table of 4)… just not the friendly, tasty, Greek restaurant it used to be!
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Patricia
VIP
Chicago
17 reviews
2.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
I’ve been here many times over the years. Food was terrible. Cold GyroS! Restaurant was practically empty. Nobody at the bar. No vibe. Pass
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FAQs

Athena Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

Athena Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 2836 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

212 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661

Additional information

Cross street
Between Adams and Jackson, on Halsted
Neighborhood
Greektown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Greek
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Complimentary Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Vegan

Website
http://www.athenarestaurantchicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 655-0000

Athena Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Chicago Restaurant Week - Lunch Menu

Chicago Restaurant Week - Dinner Menu

Seafood

Chicken

Bakalao

With Bread & Pita

Taramosalata

Hummus

Tirokafteri

Melitzanosalata

Tzatziki

Skordalia

Salads

Village Salad$10.00

Athenian Salad$9.00

Greek Salad$10.00

Horta$10.00

Kebobs

Chicken$19.00

Pork$19.00

Seafood$28.00

Beef Tenderloin$31.00

Souvlaki$17.00

Appetizers

Saganaki$10.00

Shrimp Athena$18.00

Kolokithia$11.00

Feta Zesti$11.00

Octapodi$24.00

Patzaria$9.00

Kalamari$19.00

Imported Feta & Olives$10.00

Soutzoukakia$12.00

Melitzanes$12.00

Spanakopitakia$12.00

Meatless Dolmadakia$8.00

Loukaniko$14.00

Soup

Avgolemono

Soup of the Day

Main Entrées

Paidakia$44.00

Combo Plate$22.00

Gyros Plate$17.00

Pork Chops$27.00

Lamb Loin Chops$31.00

Athenian Chicken$21.00

Dolmades$18.00

Greek Stuffed Chicken$22.00

In the Oven

Fournou$29.00

Aginarato$29.00

Braised Lamb$29.00

Leg of Lamb$26.00

Pastitsio$19.00

Chicken Riganati$19.00

Mousakas$19.00

Yiouvetsi$24.00

Exohiko$21.00

Gemista$19.00

From the Sea

Mediterranean Seabass

Norwegian Salmon$28.00

Bakalao$24.00

Catch of the Day

Vegetarian

Spanakopita$19.00

Veggie Mousakas$19.00

Vegetarian Pasta$17.00

Veggie Kabob$16.00

Veggie Gemista$19.00

Sides

Spanakorizo$9.00

Gigandes$9.00

Green Beans$7.00

Green Peas$6.00