Aba - Chicago

4.8

2715 Reviews

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 249 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Hot spot

Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and Bal
Harbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter style
of cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, and
Greece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.
Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy Chicken
Thigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar program
showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian, Meat
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 645-1400
Website
http://www.abarestaurantchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Host your next meeting or event with help from Aba! Enjoy Catering options including Hummus & Spreads, Hot & Cold Mezze, Dessert and more. Choose between the Mediterranean Feast with family-style options for a minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hour notice. Optional delivery is handled via Doordash, and costs $7.00.
Private party facilities
Let Aba cater your next celebration, meeting, or special event! Enjoy large group diningspaces, or our intimate semi-private Chef’s Table which can accommodate groups up to 10guests. For groups up to 600, join us in our private event hall, The Dalcy.

Location
302 N. Green Street, Chicago, IL 60607
Neighborhood
West Loop
Cross street
W Fulton St & N Green St
Parking details
Street parking is available, in addition to garage and valet.
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Crispy Chicken Thigh$19.95
potato puree, aleppo, isot, cilantro, chili garlic vinaigrette
Pork Belly$24.95
gala, red delicious, calabrese vinaigrette
Braised Beef Short Rib$32.95
parmesan polenta, tamarind, pomegranate date glaze
Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak Frites*$36.95
za'atar, feta, berebere red wine jus
Char-Grilled Lamb Chops*$49.95
blistered broccolini, garlic yogurt, pistachio & mint gremolata

Hot Mezze

Crispy Potatoes$12.95
mizithra, rosemary, scallion crema
Green Falafel$13.95
avocado tzatziki, garlic tahini, dania spice
Brussels Sprouts$14.95
almond & cashew dukkah, harissa honey
Truffle Baked Orzo$28.95
black truffle, parmesan garlic breadcrumb

Seafood

Green Chili Shrimp$18.95
garlic, parmesan, calabrian chili breadcrumb
Pan-Roasted Halibut*$28.95
broccolini, green olive, almond saffron aioli
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$32.95
garlic, shallot, lemon, frisée, kale & dill remoulade

Kebabs

served with basmati rice

Grilled Cauliflower$16.95
medjool date, red onion, turmeric, tzatziki
Chicken Kefta$18.95
lemon, olive oil, tzatziki
Grilled Chicken$19.95
yogurt marinade, sweet pepper, zhoug
Lamb & Beef Kefta*$19.95
lemon, olive oil, tzatziki
Grilled Salmon*$24.95
sweet pepper, red onion, lemon, olive oil, zhoug

Dessert

Frozen Greek Yogurt$8.94
- Olive Oil, Sea Salt$8.95
- Passion Fruit, Basil$11.95
Crème Brûlée Pie$11.95
hibiscus poached quince
Sticky Date Cake$11.95
medjool date, sumac, whiskey caramel, whipped cream
Kataifi Carrot Cake$12.95
cashew cream cheese, sesame dukkah brittle, pineapple
Chocolate Orange Cremeux$14.95
pistachio, ginger & fennel cookie crust, whipped cream

Surcharge

As a way to offset rising costs, we have added a 3.5% surcharge to all checks. You may request to have this taken off your check should you choose.

What 2,715 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Mediterranean
Chicago / Illinois
Most Booked
Chicago
Mediterranean
Chicago
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aba in Chicago delights with its "wonderful vibe" and "amazing food," offering a Mediterranean gem in the Fulton Market District. Guests rave about the "whipped feta" and "short rib hummus," while the "beautiful atmosphere" and "excellent service" enhance the experience. Perfect for both groups and date nights, Aba is a must-visit.

2,715 Reviews

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Briana
El Paso
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Yummy food and great service! We participated in Chicago Restaurant Week and we weren’t disappointed.
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Maria
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
one of the best dining experiences I have had in the city! Great food and service I can’t wait to go back!
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OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience, service and food. Highly recommend this restaurant.
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Todd
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We had seating in the Patio and it was terribly cold. There was a space heater close by, but it was not on. We had them turn it on and it didn’t help. We had heard great feedback on Aba and the food was really good, but couldn’t make up for the cold.
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Goutham
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Everything was perfect except the waiter didn’t come by enough. But the place was fully booked
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CrystalD
VIP
Chicago
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Service is usually 10/10. Service today 3/10. Very hard to praise food when every course had too much time on between. Poor service ruins experience even if food is tasty .
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Andrea
VIP
Chicago
18 reviews
3.0
18 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Unfortunately the food did not live up to expectations via the acclaim. My friend and I only enjoyed the falafel and Prosecco, but were really delicious and the kitchen only prepared one. Everything else we ate lacked seasoning. Both the short rib and crispy chicken thigh both needed some finishing salt. The sweet potatoes, which we didn’t realize when we ordered was hummus, was extremely sweet and that was off putting. Service was nice, but doesn’t make up for the food.
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Lauren
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Love Aba. Food was great but service was extremely poor this visit.
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Arian
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We visited Aba in the West Loop during Chicago Restaurant Week and had a pleasant overall experience. The menu offered great options, and we particularly enjoyed the Salmon Kabob, which was the highlight of our meal. The Halibut Ceviche and Muhammara appetizers were also delicious and well-prepared. The homemade bread was another standout—warm, fresh, and delicious. The vibe and ambiance were fantastic, with great music that enhanced the overall experience. While the drinks were okay and not particularly memorable, our server, Argelia, stood out with her kind and polite demeanor, providing excellent service throughout the evening. One downside was that our main dish took quite a while to arrive, which was a bit disappointing. Also the deserts specifically their brownie, and carrot cake weren’t my favorite. They were very sweet. However, the atmosphere and flavors made the wait worthwhile. Overall, Aba is worth a visit for its delicious dishes, warm bread, great vibe, and welcoming service.
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Anna
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely incredible! I got the short rib which was wonderful and would highly recommend! Gabriel was a great server!
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FAQs

Aba - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 645-1400.

Aba - Chicago is rated 4.8 stars by 2715 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 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 249 times today

Order delivery or takeout

302 N. Green Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
W Fulton St & N Green St
Neighborhood
West Loop
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian, Meat
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking is available, in addition to garage and valet.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.abarestaurantchicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 645-1400
Catering
Host your next meeting or event with help from Aba! Enjoy Catering options including Hummus & Spreads, Hot & Cold Mezze, Dessert and more. Choose between the Mediterranean Feast with family-style options for a minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hour notice. Optional delivery is handled via Doordash, and costs $7.00.
Private party facilities
Let Aba cater your next celebration, meeting, or special event! Enjoy large group diningspaces, or our intimate semi-private Chef’s Table which can accommodate groups up to 10guests. For groups up to 600, join us in our private event hall, The Dalcy.

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Aba - Chicago

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

12 gorgeous Chicago restaurants that will blow you away

Brussels Sprouts

Lamb & Beef Kefta

Crispy Chicken Thigh

Hummus

Classic$13.95

Smoky Garlic$14.95

Wild Mushroom$17.95

Crispy Short Rib Hummus

Crispy Short Rib Hummus$18.95

Spreads

Whipped Feta$14.95

Charred Eggplant$14.95

Muhammara$15.95

Japanese Sweet Potato$16.95

Cold Mezze

Marinated Olives & Feta$14.95

Greek Village Salad$16.95

House-Made Stracciatella

House-Made Stracciatella$18.95

Raw

Truffled Salmon*$18.95

Halibut Ceviche*$20.95

Hamachi*$21.95

Big Eye Tuna & Honeycrisp Apple*$22.95

Mediterranean Butcher

Crispy Chicken Thigh$19.95

Pork Belly$24.95

Braised Beef Short Rib$32.95

Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak Frites*$36.95

Char-Grilled Lamb Chops*$49.95

Hot Mezze

Crispy Potatoes$12.95

Green Falafel$13.95

Brussels Sprouts$14.95

Truffle Baked Orzo$28.95

Seafood

Green Chili Shrimp$18.95

Pan-Roasted Halibut*$28.95

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$32.95

Kebabs

Grilled Cauliflower$16.95

Chicken Kefta$18.95

Grilled Chicken$19.95

Lamb & Beef Kefta*$19.95

Grilled Salmon*$24.95

Dessert

Frozen Greek Yogurt$8.94

Crème Brûlée Pie$11.95

Sticky Date Cake$11.95

Kataifi Carrot Cake$12.95

Chocolate Orange Cremeux$14.95

Surcharge

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Aba - Chicago offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Aba - Chicago restaurant rated?

Is Aba - Chicago currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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