I've been going to the Greek Islands along with most of the people I know, which is a lot, for over 20 years. I go to many others but this is one of my all-time favorites! As to the people who... More

I've been going to the Greek Islands along with most of the people I know, which is a lot, for over 20 years. I go to many others but this is one of my all-time favorites! As to the people who supposedly got sick, you got to be kidding. You probably got it from something you made at home earlier that day. The place is jam packed constantly and the food is fresh. Why is it that you were the only ones to get sick? I'll tell you why! You're looking for a settlement. Hmmm! Noone else has stepped forward! That's funny! If this was a common occurrence, or if it even happened at least once before in the past 20 years, I would have known and perhaps been inclined to believe you. Your looking for a scape goat to get a frivolous law suit. that's all! This is a top shelf restaurant! Pros: Great food & atmosphere! Cons: Sometimes waiting in line because no one is in a hurry to leave.
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Well...Just Finished a Awesome Dinner at This Restaurant..the food was amazing,the service was top notch,the prices will bring me back here again...think about this...there is a reason its... More

Well...Just Finished a Awesome Dinner at This Restaurant..the food was amazing,the service was top notch,the prices will bring me back here again...think about this...there is a reason its called:THE MOST POPULAR GREEK RESTAURANT IN AMARICA....and as you Greeks say: BRAVO!!!... KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
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I want to say something in responce to the so called family that got sick .... I happen to know they are trying to make a dollar out of this little charade of thiers ...and that they are not ... More

I want to say something in responce to the so called family that got sick .... I happen to know they are trying to make a dollar out of this little charade of thiers ...and that they are not in the illness they claim to be ..... they are trying to destroy a reputable restaurant so they might get a settlement and they say they are greek hah... please... I eat there at least 6 time a week and I tell you I am healthy and the food is always good and fresh for crying out load they are always running out of food every day how could it not be fresh daily.........................
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In response to the so called "I got sick and so did my family" person. I have been going to the Greek Islands for as long as they have been open and never once experienced a bad or unhealthy meal. ... More

In response to the so called "I got sick and so did my family" person. I have been going to the Greek Islands for as long as they have been open and never once experienced a bad or unhealthy meal. The only thing that my family and I do experience, is a wait. Which is expected from a very successful restaurant. It tells me something. The food is good and well worth the wait. If so many people did not also believe that, I guess there would not be a wait. Even during the week you will find people waiting to eat there! I think that you are out to make a fast buck and that is why you choose the most popular restaurant in Greektown. You should be ashamed of yourself. Do not worry tho, you are not the first to try this, and I am sure that you will not be the last. You say your Greek, big deal who cares. What does that have to do with anything? If I were you, I would be embarrassed to admit it! I suggest that you get a real job and also trying using spell check. That is free! Pros: Best Place In Greektown! Cons: None
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when in chicago i will always go to the greek islands restaurant. no matte what we order from salads to chicken to ribs its great tasting. the service is great the waiters on top of things. i... More

when in chicago i will always go to the greek islands restaurant. no matte what we order from salads to chicken to ribs its great tasting. the service is great the waiters on top of things. i recomend it to all my friends that visit chicago. go to the greek islands for home cooking for delicious food. rita molfetas fort lauderdale Pros: service, parking , atmosphere Cons: none
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Illness is nothing to joke about even as ridiculous as it seems. I have already lost over 15 pounds and can only dream of the next time I can eat saganaki. The sad part of this whole situation even... More

Illness is nothing to joke about even as ridiculous as it seems. I have already lost over 15 pounds and can only dream of the next time I can eat saganaki. The sad part of this whole situation even worse than my close call to demise is that ignorance can motivate and persuade more than the truth. Does it really take every person served being infected severely, to convince someone there could exist a problem? I am very glad the healt. departmen. thinks otherwise. It is dangerous to be shut down for health reasons and only done so in severe conditions. However I would believe it is equally dangerous to disregard such an obvious violation, when the result is my condition. I also am not only offended that one would question the origins and culture of any individuals to whom they are completely unaware for no reason, but that it is done so influentially. I hope no one looks to you for guidance and learns your corrupt judgemental mindset because America could very well be a different place as a result. You are right to think and hope America would be a different place if you did not have people constantly creating illnesses for money. Assuming because someone claims they are sick as a result of a certain location, does not mean they were at all resonsible for the closure or want money. It could be possible they just want to make their situation available to peoples interested in searching the subject and might care for their well being. I know if I never saw both sides of the story I would probably not take this situation seriously. I cannot constantly argue over something that you will never understand since you are lucky. I can never combat your claims until I seem credible and it is sad that the Internet has come to this point. I hope the Greek islands learns form their well documented mistakes permanently, and continues to thrive for years so I can take my future children to experience amazing authentic Greek cuisine as I had been taught as a child. Regards Pros: Great atmosphere Cons: YOU MAY GET INFECTED!
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Greek Island's is a lively place to have dinner with the family or a special date. i very much enjoyed the experience of the place. the atmosphere was incredible and the food was even better. i... More

Greek Island's is a lively place to have dinner with the family or a special date. i very much enjoyed the experience of the place. the atmosphere was incredible and the food was even better. i myself don't enjoy Greek food but after my visit to Greek Island i changed my mind. i really liked how they set the cheese on fire it gave it a nice smokey taste too it. i also tried the dessert that was like mondern day boclava and it was absolutly decitive. i would recommend this place to everyone.
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I went there for lunch to celebrate my birthday with my aunt .It was my second time in this restaurant. The food was good but the service was horrible this time. The waiter talked during my entered... More

I went there for lunch to celebrate my birthday with my aunt .It was my second time in this restaurant. The food was good but the service was horrible this time. The waiter talked during my entered meal and when I had finished my meal the waiter took my fork and turn my piece of lamb over and He said "look there is more meat on it". It was the worst experience that ever happen to me in a restaurant in my life. Also the other servers must be more respectful of the customers. Pros: good food Cons: bad service
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In a town where the standard is high for good Greek food, Greek Islands stands out. An army of young male servers hustle all around you with the quickest service I have ever seen. The lobby is... More

In a town where the standard is high for good Greek food, Greek Islands stands out. An army of young male servers hustle all around you with the quickest service I have ever seen. The lobby is almost always full with folks wating for a table but they call your name amazingly quickly. Their dolmades are the best in town and their avgalomono soup comes out piping hot, rich in chicken flavor with a lemony zing. Meat dishes are huge and cooked to perfection. The service is so fast that the meat will be sizzling as it arrives at your table. Very few have room for dessert here but the desserts are made in house and should not be missed. Good wine list with many Greek and domestic selections by the glass. Pros: Incredibly fast service; Dolmades; Lamb; Desserts. Cons: Short wait.
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UPDATE: Normally, I have no problems with this place until when I stopped in on 1/12. Right off the bat, I sensed that my server had some attitude problem as if he didn't want to be there. He... More

UPDATE: Normally, I have no problems with this place until when I stopped in on 1/12. Right off the bat, I sensed that my server had some attitude problem as if he didn't want to be there. He didn't greet me hello or mention his name, just said "What do you want to drink", and disappeared for 5 minutes. i asked to have the special which he told me they were out of, which was fine. But then played a "game" or 'yes we have it...no we don't have it". I settled with another dish in which took forever and in the end he brought out the wrong one which cost me to wait even more. Although he tried to act polite after all that, I was already dissatisfied with the day's service. WHAT HAPPENED?!?! REVIEW: I frequently go to Greektown every weekend mainly because one of my dance studios is located there. So after a quick workout and with time to spare, I like to sit, relax, and eat. But there are a HANDFUL of Greek restaurants going up Halsted Avenue all claiming to be THEE top restaurant. I'm sure the Greek community all support each other in every way despite the everyday competition of who gets the most customers. Each restaurant on and around Halsted has something special that, for me, sticks out. In the case of Greek Islands, it's Family Dining. Every time I walk to the restaurant I see families walking in and out in flocks, always in a happy mood. Sure, any restaurant can claim the same, but there's something about this specific restaurant that I give it possibly the most points for Family restaurant. Personally, I can not judge the food on its own since pratically EVERY Greek restaurant I've visited makes it the same way. And yes, Rachael Ray did feature this restaurant on one of her many shows on Food Network (however, the dish she tried doesn't exist on the menu whenever I go) but I bet she would say the same thing about the food itself if she went somewhere else. So go anywhere for the food, come here for the Family experience. Pros: Family/Group dining, emphasis on seafood, Food Network recognized, valet Cons: may have to reserve for larger groups (over 10 people), street parking
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