Best Business Lunch Greek Restaurants in Chicago
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Greek Islands Restaurant
Big-room Greek cooking built for classic starters and grilled mains.
Notable Picks
8.3
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Business Lunch Power Players
Birthday & Celebration Central
A Greektown classic where the best meals are built around grilled seafood, bright salads, and the kind of crowd-pleasing plates that keep big tables happy. Go for the signature starters, then pick one main lane—whole fish or a hearty baked dish—and let the room’s lively energy do the rest.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mediterranean grilled octopus, Flaming saganaki, Moussaka
What Makes it Special: Big-room Greek cooking built for classic starters and grilled mains.
8.1
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Family Friendly Favorites
Business Lunch Power Players
Comfort Food Classics
A high-output all-day cafe that mixes diner comfort with a Greek-leaning menu, so you can go savory with skewers or keep it classic with breakfast and sandwiches. Locals use it as a dependable meeting spot where portions are generous and the menu is broad enough to satisfy mixed cravings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Greek burger, Pork souvlaki, Chicken shish kabob
What Makes it Special: Greek-leaning plates inside a reliable all-day neighborhood cafe format.
Yasemi sits off the lobby of the Godfrey Hotel as a modern Greek-leaning Mediterranean dining room with plenty of natural light and a flexible all-day menu. Open since 2025, it runs from breakfast through dinner, giving River North visitors and office workers a sit-down option for mezze, grilled seafood, and braised lamb without leaving the block.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whipped Harissa Feta with Warm Pita, Grilled Octopus, Youvetsi Lamb Shank with Orzo
What Makes it Special: Hotel-attached modern Mediterranean spot with full-day service and a spacious, comfortable dining room.
Worthy Picks
#4
Plush Pup
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Business Lunch Power Players
A retro Chicago counter-serve staple that doubles as a Greek-leaning grill when you order into the gyro and kabob lanes. It’s best used as a quick, hearty meal stop near the Cumberland corridor—simple plates and pita builds deliver the most consistent payoff.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gyro Sandwich, Chicken Kabob Plate, Greek Potatoes
What Makes it Special: A neighborhood classic where the Greek grill items (gyro/kabobs) are the smart order.
7.6
Nesh Mediterranean Grill is a bright, fast-casual Mediterranean counter known for fresh-baked flatbreads, build-your-own bowls, and shawarma plates that lean salad-heavy if you want them to. It functions as a reliable Loop lunch option with fast-moving lines, friendly staff, and portions that feel substantial for the price.
Must-Try Dishes:
Taste of Nesh Bowl, Chicken Shawarma Wrap, Mediterranean Salad with Chicken Shawarma
What Makes it Special: Shawarma counter emphasizing fresh-baked flatbreads and customizable salads and bowls.
Sila’s #2 brings a newer, build-your-own Mediterranean format to Madison Street, with customizable bowls, wraps, and plates that skew protein- and veg-forward. It functions as a healthier-feeling Loop lunch option where you can dial in spice, grains, and toppings without losing the comfort of shawarma and dips.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken shawarma plate, Hangover sandwich, Falafel wrap with baba ghanoush
What Makes it Special: A modern counter-service Mediterranean spot where you can build substantial bowls and wraps with shawarma, grilled veggies, and house dips instead of defaulting to salad chains.