LÝRA

I wish Google had 1/2 or 1/4 stars because this restaurant is somewhere right in between great and amazing. It appears to be a wonderful spot for a group but a bit harder to explore the menu if there’s only two of you. I believe this restaurant is fairly new & I have high hopes for it in the future. This place can accommodate some LARGE groups and we saw it first hand as a whole bus of people came in at the same time as us. We had a reservation and did wait a few minutes to be seated but the hostess was super friendly and apologetic for the short wait which is understandable when you come in with a literal bus full of people. The inside is beautiful and large with several private rooms. I would love to comeback for the patio when it’s warmer. I would highly recommend making a reservation as it was packed on a Wednesday. Our server was great and on top of everything. Lots of vegetarian options which is always a win in my book. I should have inquired more with the server on portion size because it was hard to tell how much we were going to get but that’s 100% on me ie zuch and eggplant was very generous while the halloumi was just one piece. We shared the CRISPY ZUCCHINI & EGGPLANT, HUMMUS & CHARRED BEETS, GRILLED HALLOUMI and my boyfriend had the DECONSTRUCTED PASTITSIO. Only two pieces of feedback: My bf was dying for a gyro but their only option was in a platter style. Unfortunately we weren’t in a situation to take leftovers and alas I don’t eat the meats. It would be nice if the even had a half order option. The other bit of feedback would be with the deconstructed pastitsio as it was “drowning in truffle” per my bf. I love truffle but he said it overpowered the rest of the dish. We also had dessert and while I can’t remember what it was, I do remember it was delicious (please see photo).

First and foremost, the food was incredible. I’m pretty picky but my entire party was extremely happy with the food and how delicious every single plate was. The scallops, spanakopita, moussaka, gyros, desserts, martinis, etc. all on point. Our service was just perfect, thank you Chris! You were wonderful and on point, you made the experience 5 stars and knew plates from the back of your hand . I’ll be recommending this plate to everyone in Chicago or visiting!!

This was one of the best meals ive had in Chicago. The 4.1 ranking absolutely shocks me - there were workers EVERYWHERE, the drinks and food were so fast and everyone was so kind. The meal was amazing - the spicy tuna tar tar and the deconstructed pastillo (spelling it wrong) were perfect and the lobster pasta & lab gyro were close seconds. Its admittedly expensive but worth every penny for a great meal in west loop

Our server, Alex, made our night! My second time back for the food because it is that amazing, but I will come back again for the detailed, electric service. Thank you for a memorable experience!

one of the best Greek experiences I've ever had in my entire life. such delightful plates, amazing flavors, top notch service, loved it.