Kouklas Greek Eatery

10/02/2026

Octopus is at the heart of every Greek meal.
Enjoy lunch indoors, at the bar or on our covered patio.

Open wood-fire grilling,
Octopus. Gigante Bean.
Celery. Cherry Tomatoes.
Salsa Verde.

📍 Kouklas Greek Eatery - Niles

09/30/2026

Pinch us! Thank you again, The New York Times — we’re proud to be among the greats. Come visit, we are now open daily for lunch, dinner, carryout and catering.

📍Kouklas Greek — Niles, IL

09/30/2026

Thank you, The New York Times for including us in "Where to Eat in Chicago Right Now". Pinch us already.

📍 Kouklas Greek Eatery - Niles, IL

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We scouted the city’s vast food scene, from renowned Italian beefs to tavern-style pizza to Michelin-starred tasting menus. (And we’re here for your comments.)

09/24/2026

Pop into the bar and have a bite — Negroni Week is here! And ask about our newest flavor soft serve.

— $13 Negronis all week
— open for lunch daily
— online ordering + catering now available

📍Kouklas Greek Eatery — Niles, IL

09/18/2026

Thank you The New York Times! What an incredible surprise and huge honor. Thank you seeing us — we put our whole heart into this little Greek tapas-style concept of ours. 🗞️

Can’t wait to meet you all soon.

09/18/2026

A little lunch is served — now open on all days, Tuesday through Sunday. Join us on our all seasons patio.

— weekday Lunch
— online ordering
— catering now available

📍Kouklas Greek Eatery — Niles, IL

09/15/2026

What an honor The New York Times !!

"Led by the owner Jimmy Bannos Jr. and the chef-partner Kevin Stack, the restaurant makes a compelling case that we should be eating better Greek food — and more of it."