Opa Estiatorio
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Phone: (847) 968-4300
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- East Hawthorne Parkway
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 11:30am-4pm, Mon-Thu 4pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-11pm, Sun 12pm-9pm
Editorial Review for Opa Estiatorio – by Alice Van Housen
The Scene
This Vernon Hills Greek outpost is casual, modern and bustling. The soaring, draped ceiling and white-on-white design create the festive feel of a wedding tent. An expanse of windows overlooking Bear Lake contributes to the airy feel. Three dining rooms (one with fireplace) are packed on weekends, putting a strain on the well-intentioned servers.
The Food
A fresh fish display bears testament to the broad, ever-changing seafood specials, but there's no shortage of lamb dishes and other Greek classics; the house signature is juicy spit-roasted chicken. Salty, crusty saganaki (flaming cheese) is "opa!"-ed throughout the room. Whole grilled red snapper, boned tableside, is perfectly simple; rich, meaty moussaka outdoes many of the Greektown spots. "Se pilo" offerings, stewed and served in clay pots, include shellfish with orzo in a piquant tomato sauce. Desserts include gooey, chocolate-drenched baklava and creamy cheesecake with crispy shredded phyllo.
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Insider Tips
Save TimeMake a reservation--this place may be huge, but it's also hugely popular.
What to DrinkThe wine list is all Greek, but helpful descriptions aid in pairing. Or try one of a dozen ouzos for $5-$7.
The ExtrasOn the large menu, it's easy to miss the Piateles option, a create-your-own sampling of the restaurant's most ordered dishes.
User Reviews for Opa Estiatorio
04/21/2008 Posted by adam1233
The food was excellent. I had pastichio it was to die for! The rest of my family tried all sorts of plates which i dont remember the greek names (thank you to the funny and helpful waiter that described each dish) but we left the restaurant satisfied and full!!! Perfect
04/12/2008 Posted by coachp32
Beautiful restaurant, friendly service. Can't beat the dinner on the patio by the lake for a little bit of Greece in Ilinois.
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