Share(312) 726-2407
310 S Halsted St
Chicago,
IL
60661
41.8776
-87.6474
Neighborhoods: West Side, Greektown
What People Are Saying About Parthenon Restaurant & Banquet
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Established in 1968, Parthenon is abuzz with waiters zipping around and patrons enjoying hearty conversation. Both stop frequently to yell "Opa!" when a flaming dish passes by. Murals of Greek landscapes and an appropriately classical touches, including faux colonnades, honor the restaurant's venerated namesake. Big Greek families, parties of friends, groups of co-workers and tourists choose the Parthenon for festive outings. – – The Food – Traditional and creative Greek dishes come in huge portions, with a menu that offers a multitude of choices from whole…
02/16/09
Next time we come back to Chicago, Parthenon will be our first stop!
by constantinou at Citysearch
Being first time vistors to Chicago and excited about visiting Greektown, we were more than impressed with Parthenon. We are always exploring authentic Greek restaurants and this one tops our list. After being told it was an hour wait at the neighboring Athena restaurant, where there were empty tables everywhere and no one waiting to be seated, we walked into Parthenon where hungry, waiting people were crammed in the front area, the bar, and even flowing out the front doors. We were told that it could be an hour or more, but decided the wait would be worth it. We were seated after only 30 minutes (this was Valentine's day and a Saturday night) and served bread and drinks straight away. Being quite familiar with Greek cuisine, we were impressed at the variety of choices on the menu. We chose the family style menu, and the food started coming right away. The waiters were hurried, but never rude. The portions were generous and the prices extremely reasonable. There was so much food, that by the time our main courses came out, we had to box it all up and take it back to our hotel. Parthenon made our first visit to Greektown pleasant and memorable!
- Pros: authentic atmosphere, large portions, great value
10/02/08
The Greek restaurant for all
by billbig at Citysearch
I spent the month of September in Chicago and went to the Parthenon several times -service was fine the food consistently good and the atmosphere is lively and spirited-being Greek I am not easily fooled-I have been in hundreds of Greek restaurants and ran one previously---I look for consistency and flavor-and since my first visit in 1972 I have never been disappointed--Chris,Jonna and the Chef run an outstanding business-you would be wise to try it and see for yourself!!!
- Pros: food,service,valet,saginaki
- Cons: none
07/30/08
Simply brillant!
by onimusha74 at Citysearch
The service was fantastic, the waiter was very acute to the timing of the dishes. We (my girlfriend and I) had basically a little of everything on the menu, and everything was easy to split and share making it great for first timers or date night. The bathroom was clean, and the whole experience, it was a very good experience at that! was more than a meal it was an event. I will go again and again.
- Pros: service, food
- Cons: not enough locations
The Details on Parthenon Restaurant & Banquet
Save Money:
If you're very hungry and can't decide what you want, order the family-style menu, which comes with 12 different menu selections for $17.25 per person (two-person minimum).
What to Drink:
Try one of the 30 Greek wines, ranging from $15.95 to $35 for a bottle.
The Extras:
Call a day in advance to order spit-roasted whole suckling pig for 12 people or more, $10.95 per person.
Category:
Restaurants, Banquet Rooms, Catering, Travel Agencies
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Debit Card, Diners Club, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Private Rooms, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Business Dining, Family Style Dining, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List, Prix Fixe Menu
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Bar; Section
