Artopolis Bakery and Café
Artopolis is best for lighter meals, whole grains and carbohydrates in the form of sandwiches and baked goods. The Mediterranean entrée menu does feature chicken riganatti, yuvetsaki and chicken tortelloni. Artopolis is renowned for its traditional Greek pastries, such as loukoumades and kataifi. Additionally, Artopolis features an Agora, or gift shop, that sells premium wines, oils and sour cherries.
Artopolis Bakery and Café
306 S. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 559-9000
artopolischicago.com
Greek Islands
Greek Islands is a favorite for both tourists and locals that is located in the heart of the Greektown neighborhood at the intersection of Halsted and Adams Street. Greek Islands specialties include its baked lamb fornou and Spartan warrior feast. This restaurant serves a middle price point, and is notable for its ambiance and excellent service. Business casual dress is preferred during the evening hours.
Greek Islands
200 S. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 782-9855
greekislands.net
Pegasus
Pegasus is the Greektown restaurant best known for outdoor dining options. Pegasus fronts Halsted Street with classic blue and white trim. The atmosphere is renowned for romance and socializing at the veranda during the summer months. Rooftop seating features a full bar, alongside dramatic views of Chicago's skyline. In terms of food, Pegasus offers excellent wine selection, lamb and baklava at moderate prices.
Pegasus
130 S. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60661
(888) 558-2637
pegasuschicago.com
Santorini's
Santorini's serves the Greektown crowd with white tablecloths and an atmosphere that is more formal than its competitors. Santorini is actually a Greek Isle, where its peoples are noted to rely upon a diet of seafood and fresh produce. Santorini's is true to this form, and features a menu that carries an abundance of seafood options. As of 2009, Santorini's quotes its meals at less than $30 per person.
Santorini's Restaurant
800 W. Adams St.
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 829-8820
santorinichicago.com
Greektown Gyros - Ambrosia Sports Bar
Greektown Gyros is a 24-hour fast-food operation that specializes in serving gyros. Greektown Gyros is one-half of the walk-through connection to the adjoining Ambrosia sports bar. Ambrosia is a full bar with seating for 100 people; and presents souvlaki and spanakopita upon the menu for Greek flavor. The nighttime atmosphere is usually charged with bar-hoppers, clubbers and University of Illinois at Chicago students.
Greektown Gyros - Ambrosia Sports Bar
239 S. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 236-9310
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