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Athena Restaurant, Chicago, IL

Athena Restaurant

4.6
4.6
2813 Reviews
$30 and under
Greek

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2 people
19:00
Booked 30 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 11:00–16:00 Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 655-0000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Greektown
  • Cross Street
    Between Adams and Jackson, on Halsted
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,813 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 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.

2,813 Reviews
  1. Christika

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was okay, the service was nice but it’s overpriced

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  2. Nicolle

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I haven't been here for many years so I'm not sure when the update was done, but the restaurant is absolutely gorgeous! Our server was awesome and the food was excellent!! I had the stuffed chicken breast... outstanding!! Every dish was cooked to perfection! My son had the fish of the day with table side deboning. I can guarantee he will be talking about the fish for a long time to come!

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  3. Suzanne

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  4. Chantha

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 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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  5. Patricia

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 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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  6. Marissa

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Professional, friendly, and super attentive staff.

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  7. Wendy

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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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 2813 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Athena Restaurant

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 11:00–16:00 Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
  • 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
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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