Athena Restaurant

4.6

2811 Reviews

$30 and under

Greek

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 31 times today

Lively
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

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.
Our hand-crafted menu, featuring an array of traditional Greek dishes prepared with authentic recipes passed down through generations. From classical moussaka to succulent souvlaki and irresistible baklava, every bite tells a story of Greece’s culinary legacy.
Experience the best of both worlds at Athena with our beautiful retractable roof that allows you to bask in the sunshine during the warmer days and dine under the stars when the weather calls for it. Our patio, complete with a soothing waterfall, offers a serene and picturesque setting for your dining pleasure.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Greek
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 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
Area
Greektown
Cross Street
Between Adams and Jackson, on Halsted
Parking details
Complimentary Valet
Additional
Bar Dining, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

SaganakiUS$10.00
pan fried kaseri cheese
Shrimp AthenaUS$18.00
shrimp, tomatoes, onions, peppers, feta served on hot skillet
KolokithiaUS$11.00
lightly breaded zucchini chips, skordalia
Feta ZestiUS$11.00
broiled beefsteak tomato & feta
OctapodiUS$24.00
char-grilled mediterranean octopus
PatzariaUS$9.00
marinated beets, skordalia
KalamariUS$19.00
lightly breaded, cocktail sauce
Imported Feta & OlivesUS$10.00
SoutzoukakiaUS$12.00
greek meatballs topped with feta
MelitzanesUS$12.00
fried eggplant, house-made marinara, feta cheese
SpanakopitakiaUS$12.00
spinach & feta phyllo dough triangles
Meatless DolmadakiaUS$8.00
served with greek yogurt
LoukanikoUS$14.00
char-broiled greek sausage

Soup

Avgolemono
- CupUS$5.00
- BowlUS$7.00
Soup of the Day
- CupUS$5.00
- BowlUS$7.00

Main Entrées

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

In the Oven

FournouUS$29.00
baked lamb, potatoes, garlic, olive oil, oregano
AginaratoUS$29.00
braised lamb shank, egg-lemon sauce, artichokes
Braised LambUS$29.00
braised lamb shank in tomato sauce, rice & potato
Leg of LambUS$26.00
roasted sliced leg of lamb, rice & potato
PastitsioUS$19.00
macaroni, ground beef, bechamel sauce
Chicken RiganatiUS$19.00
half-baked chicken, olive oil, oregano & potato
MousakasUS$19.00
layers of baked eggplant, zucchini, potatoes, ground beef, bechamel sauce
YiouvetsiUS$24.00
braised beef, orzo, shredded kefalotiri, tomato sauce
ExohikoUS$21.00
shredded lamb, peas, carrots, feta wrapped in phyllo dough
GemistaUS$19.00
baked stuffed bell peppers, with ground beef & rice

From the Sea

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

Vegetarian

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

Sides

SpanakorizoUS$9.00
GigandesUS$9.00
Green BeansUS$7.00
Green PeasUS$6.00
Oven Roasted PotatoesUS$6.00
Rice PilafUS$5.00
Greek FriesUS$9.00
OkraUS$6.00

What 2,811 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 a delightful dining experience with its "beautiful patio" and "authentic Greek cuisine." The outdoor seating is a highlight, providing a perfect summer atmosphere. Guests frequently praise the "fabulous food" and "attentive service." With a varied menu and "great atmosphere," Athena stands out in Greektown for memorable meals.

2,811 Reviews

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Suzanne
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The food was ok, but I have to say: if a restaurant takes a reservation for 8:15 and when you show up at 8:10 the hostess says- order soon, because the kitchen is closing in 15 minutes, it taints the experience. Why take the reservation if you don’t want people in there at that time.
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Chantha
Chicago
11 reviews
vip
2.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We have been going to Athena’s for years. Never had an issue. This time was different.. took over 20 mins to get service. Ordered appetizers and didn’t receive 2 of them. Order a drink 3 times until we just went up to bar to get ourselves.. otherwise food was good. Just needed to do better with service.
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Patricia
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious meals, great service, free parking. Yum
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Marissa
New York City
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Professional, friendly, and super attentive staff.
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Wendy
Philadelphia
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing and the service was great. We were a party of 8 and changed to 14 and they were very accommodating.
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Nigel
New Orleans
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Athena has been a cornerstone of Greektown for my family, consistently delivering quality meals over the years. Unfortunately, this visit fell short of their usual standards. Here’s what we experienced: * Chicken Souvlaki: The dish was disappointingly dry, lacking the tenderness we’ve come to expect. * Aginarato (Weekend Leg of Lamb Special): This dish was not up to Athena’s usual quality. The lamb was excessively fatty and still covered in the pleura, a preparation misstep I’ve never encountered in over a decade of ordering their lamb dishes. The meat simply wasn’t prepared properly. * Sides for the Aginarato: The menu promised artichokes and carrots, but we were only served artichokes, which were woody and nearly inedible. * Wine Pour: The wine pour was notably stingy. Athena typically provides a fair pour for $15, but that wasn’t the case this time. * Service: The saving grace of the evening was the service, which remained friendly and prompt, as always. Their waitstaff is always accommodating. Had this been our first visit to Athena, we likely not return. However, given our long-standing positive relationship with this restaurant, we’ll give them another chance to deliver the quality we know they’re capable of.
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Jeffrey
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, from our server to the bus staff, everything was professional, friendly and first rate. My guests and I love the ambiance of Athena and the food is amazing. Athena provides excellent customer service - proving that they take pride in what they do.
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Ron
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and our waiter was very friendly. We enjoyed our lunch!
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Jeff
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Definitely would go back there.
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Larry
Chicago
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nice environment. Choice of garden-like or more formal dining. Good bar. Friendly service people.
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FAQs

Athena Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Athena Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 655-0000.

Athena Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 2811 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 31 times today

Order delivery or takeout

212 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Adams and Jackson, on Halsted
Area
Greektown
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 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
Bar Dining, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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

Athena Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Seafood

Chicken

Bakalao

With Bread & Pita

Taramosalata

Hummus

Tirokafteri

Melitzanosalata

Tzatziki

Skordalia

Salads

Village SaladUS$10.00

Athenian SaladUS$9.00

Greek SaladUS$10.00

HortaUS$10.00

Kebobs

ChickenUS$19.00

PorkUS$19.00

SeafoodUS$28.00

Beef TenderloinUS$31.00

SouvlakiUS$17.00

Appetizers

SaganakiUS$10.00

Shrimp AthenaUS$18.00

KolokithiaUS$11.00

Feta ZestiUS$11.00

OctapodiUS$24.00

PatzariaUS$9.00

KalamariUS$19.00

Imported Feta & OlivesUS$10.00

SoutzoukakiaUS$12.00

MelitzanesUS$12.00

SpanakopitakiaUS$12.00

Meatless DolmadakiaUS$8.00

LoukanikoUS$14.00

Soup

Avgolemono

Soup of the Day

Main Entrées

PaidakiaUS$44.00

Combo PlateUS$22.00

Gyros PlateUS$17.00

Pork ChopsUS$27.00

Lamb Loin ChopsUS$31.00

Athenian ChickenUS$21.00

DolmadesUS$18.00

Greek Stuffed ChickenUS$22.00

In the Oven

FournouUS$29.00

AginaratoUS$29.00

Braised LambUS$29.00

Leg of LambUS$26.00

PastitsioUS$19.00

Chicken RiganatiUS$19.00

MousakasUS$19.00

YiouvetsiUS$24.00

ExohikoUS$21.00

GemistaUS$19.00

From the Sea

Mediterranean Seabass

Norwegian SalmonUS$28.00

BakalaoUS$24.00

Catch of the Day

Vegetarian

SpanakopitaUS$19.00

Veggie MousakasUS$19.00

Vegetarian PastaUS$17.00

Veggie KabobUS$16.00

Veggie GemistaUS$19.00

Sides

SpanakorizoUS$9.00

GigandesUS$9.00

Green BeansUS$7.00

Green PeasUS$6.00

Oven Roasted PotatoesUS$6.00

Rice PilafUS$5.00