Now why aren't more people talking about Oda? I will be a FREQUENT visitor now! To start this is the perfect, quaint, neighborhood restaurant. Dim lit but still inviting and plenty of seating for various sized parties but still keeps the intimacy. Our server, Alec was friendly, attentive and gave us the entire run down on the food, cuisine, and his favorite recommendations! Everything was absolutely AMAZING. Big Fs: Fresh, flavorful and filling. Once of my main highlights from the meal was something Alec recommended, the Adjaruli Khachapuri which is Georgian cheese and egg baked in a bread boat. I had never had this before and was blown away by how absolutely tasty it was! I also ordered the Kofte Chargrilled Meatballs which were amazing they came in a large portion but also were SO good bold in flavor with the perfect texture! I ordered the Crimson Petal and the Drop it Like it's Hot cocktails which were both extremely tasty! This was the perfect meal and I cannot wait to get back! read more

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This meal was so good, filling, and FLAVORFUL! Their dolma dish was really good, and the sigara böreği was so flaky and delicious. I got the Oda combo grill because I wanted to try all the meats, and I definitely chose correctly -- they were all seasoned and cooked so well. The rice and veggies were the perfect sides for the protein, and the portions are pretty big, so we had leftovers. We tried adjaruli khachapuri for the first time, and it was amazing. Once the egg is mixed in, it takes the dish up 5 notches! The drinks were well mixed, the ambiance was dimly lit and nice, and the service was attentive and amazing. read more

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I've always thought that having a great restaurant within walking distance of where you live is an undervalued property perk. We are lucky to have a wide range of cuisine options near our place in Andersonville, and now we can add Turkish-Georgian fusion to our regular rotation. We had a wonderful meal there--I took advantage of the Restaurant Week menu and ordered cioppino. Half the time I order seafood in a restaurant, I end up with rubbery shrimp and tasteless fish. Not at Oda. Their seafood stew was filled with great stuff. My wife had tokat chicken, which she also enjoyed. The humus, Khachapuri, salad and dessert flight were also excellent. It would be fun to go there with a group. It's an ideal place for a shared-plate night out with friends. But there is one thing--like most restaurants in the city, the tables are close together, which is totally fine. We're not looking for Applebee's-type table separation when we go out. Even when you get a table a few inches between two others, it takes about 30 seconds to isolate your own conversation and enjoy your meal, unless you're next to a table where the diners are essentially yelling at each other. I'm not talking about a couple fighting about money or a bunch of 30-somethings getting rowdy on Moscow mules and umami burgers during a night out without their kids. I'm talking about two people yelling--in a friendly way--about the most mundane subject of all: their coworkers. We noticed as soon as we sat down but by the time we considered asking to be moved, the three tables nearby were filled. No big deal. It was kind of entertaining, in an eardrum-splitting way. Their conversation was shockingly loud. And not just the statements, like "SHE THINKS SHE'S IN LINE FOR HIS JOB," but also the brief conversational acknowledgements, like "YEAH! FOR SURE!" It was like sitting next to dueling car alarms. If you're familiar with Pee-Wee's Playhouse, picture the obnoxious salesman who loudly blah-blah-blahs his way to a quickly slammed door, courtesy of Mr. Herman, but two of them whose faces are two feet apart. And we had no door to slam. All that being said, this isn't a knock on the restaurant at all. And since Oda is so close and so good, we'll be back. And hopefully by then, Josh from accounting figures out how to use Smartsheet--"RIGHT? IT'S RIDICULOUS!"--so if we do end up next to the Decibel Duo, we'll have a new workplace dilemma to listen to. read more

Came for dinner. Our family shared pita and hummus to start, which was the best I've ever had. The pita was fresh and soft, and the hummus was creamy. So much of the menu appealed to me, and I don't go out for Mediterranean often, so it was super difficult to choose a meal (family style would have been ideal but with Mediterranean we couldn't have more diverse preferences). So I ended up opting for two small/lighter dishes to have my own tasting: the mini eggplant roulades and soup (I tried to order the chicken meatball on the menu, but they only had butternut squash). The mini eggplant roulades were just DEVINE. So unique and so fresh. The soup was really good - since it wasn't on the menu I had no description when ordering - it ended up having some curry spice which isn't my favorite (specifically cumin) but still enjoyed it. Our server was really friendly, originally from Turkey and was receptive to my parents' excitement over our upcoming trip to Istanbul. We weren't rushed on a weekend evening. The restaurant was really nice and pleasant atmosphere. A little more upscale than I was expecting. I would absolutely love to go back here and try more of the menu. Although I know the struggle would be real to not repeat the eggplant roulades. read more

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Sometimes when I find a place that's this good I'm hesitant to give it a review because I don't want it to get so swarmed that I can't go anymore, but I just can't gate-keep this place. Awesome ambiance, delicious food and wine, kind and attentive server. Plenty of gluten free options (most the menu). I will be back for sure!! read more

My husband and I took the bus up to Andersonville for dinner. We were visiting our daughter who lives in Lakeview East, and she had plans that night. We walked past Lobo, waiting on pizza till later in the week and ended up at Oda after reading reviews on Yelp. What a delightful evening! Alek, the host and our waiter was wonderful: friendly and knowledgeable, he took excellent care of us. The Spicy Hummus was delicious, so smooth and flavorful. My husband had their beef stew, Chashushuli, with mashed potatoes. The meat was tender and had a bit of a kick, perfect if you like spice. I had the Moussaka with rice, a real comfort food meal. The beer and wine added another level to the meal. The Kazandibi pudding was soft and cool, a lovely way to end the meal. The ambiance, relaxing and cozy, the service, some of the best on our trip. We highly recommend Oda for a romantic evening or a group meal. read more

Cute place and amazing food. Friendly welcoming staff with great food recommendations. Had fresh burrata salad to start, with a lovely glass of Doremi Saperavi red wine. Moved towards their Spanish Octopus main course. Had to try their Oda Adjaruli Khachapuri but was too full to finish. Had to also try a dessert and had their Kazandibi pudding, which reminded me of my grandmother's tembleque. Definitely have to come visit again. Worth the visit. read more

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This was my first time trying this place out. I've been craving baklava so I gave them a try and I will say it's pretty fire. So good! I'm glad I placed two orders b/c they do run kinda small. Overall great customer service & will be coming back. read more

Oda Mediterranean Cuisine - Baklava - Mediterranean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was excited to try this restaurant but it left me wanting more. We split the meat platter which was mostly good except the steak was overcooked. The dessert we order had too much cheese that it taste more cheesy than savory. Looks pretty though read more

Oda Mediterranean Cuisine - Mediterranean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fresh, sumptuous flavors and generous portions. We had fantastic drinks. They offered warm gluten free cornbread options to pita for my friend. The appetizer assortment platter was able to be customized. All our food was incredible. The server was a charming, very well trained waiter. We will be back! Love this place! read more

YES YES YES!!! Oh my Oda was so amazing, the food was divine and the service was fantastic. The Adjaruli khachapuri (Georgian cheese and egg boat) was phenomenal. Even writing this review makes me want to go back and get another. The atom was so good as I love yogurt dips. This one had a kick of spice, but I wouldn't say it was too spicy at all. The meat in the sultans delight was fall apart to perfection. Lastly, the kunefe was just as I hoped it would be, and even the leftovers tasted good cold. The dim candlelight vibe made it classy and romantic. The servers were so kind and surprised me with a candle and treat on my birthday. I will be back soon and completely recommend it. read more

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The ambiance was gorgeous . Old fashion was delicious Vegetarian plate spot on . They have so many options and happy hour on the patio only. Lovely patio area. Our server/bar tender made tremendous drinks that were tasty and worth every penny. read more

I had such an incredibly lovely meal here. Alec couldn't have been kinder and more solicitous; the interior is hip but neighborhood-friendly, the food is familiar but adventurous-adjacent. Ok, the food. Absolutely delicious and fresh and healthy and novel and made with care etc etc. This is a gem: they want you to love it, everything is superlative from service to food to atmosphere. read more

Oda Mediterranean Cuisine - Mediterranean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I really like this place. Fresh food, not too busy, very nice small family business. Charming environment with cozy booths.

Tried this restaurant on a whim while looking for places in Andersonville. The decor is dark and elegant, almost a steakhouse vibe. Service was prompt and friendly. Although the place is advertised as Mediterranean food, it's really Georgian. Everything we had was tasty. All our cocktails were all good, and so were the hummus and baba ghanoush starters. Our server recommended the Georgian cheese bread, which was delicious. Everyone also enjoyed the eggplant in red sauce and meat combo platter. Definitely recommend if you're in the area! read more

I'm so mad that I haven't been here sooner!!!!!!!!!! The menu is nearly impossible- completely delicious and I wanted everything!! The chicken meatball soup was delicious and a very large portion. Lentil soup was tasty as well. The shepherd salad and falafels and Sigara Boregi were great. The ambiance is romantic and intimate, perfect for a date night. Service was attentive. I will be back. This is my new go-to Mediterranean spot in the neighborhood! So excited to spread the good word about ODA :) read more

Yum!! This was a treat. Very good flavors. The only dish we would skip is the cioppino. Everything else was great. The restaurant was very quiet during the weekday. read more

My wife and I ate here for restaurant week. We had their event offerings with was a salad, hummus, pita bread and chicken kabobs. Everything was GREAT. We ended with the dessert sampler which was three small (a couple bites each) desserts. We had their brewed tea with dessert and it was also very good. The service was attentive but nit intrusive. The space was calm. We could hear other tables talking, but we did not need to raise our voices at the table to hear one another. read more

We only got takeout here, but since I spent about 5-10 minutes waiting to pick it up while the host dealt with a reservation issue, I had a chance to look around a bit and soak up the ambience. Inside, the restaurant is a warm and inviting space with wooden decor and comfy-looking seats. As for the food, it was surprisingly good. Not that I had low expectations, but my order -- falafel and shepherd's salad -- was not especially adventurous. Still, Oda delivered a tasty combination of flavors, serving the crisp falafel in a thin layer of smooth hummus and chopped parsley, and tossing the vegetables in a light coating of olive oil and pomegranate reduction. I also tried the spinach pkhali, which others had recommended. I was not as impressed with this dish -- it's served cold, and the spinach part was a bit overpowering for my tastes -- but everyone else finished theirs, so I guess I was in the minority. As far as northside restaurants go, this probably ranks in my top 10. Worth a return visit for sure. read more

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I really enjoyed this shared eating adventure! The empress gin cocktails are delicious and a lovely shade of violet. Our server was really helpful in guiding us in the right amount of food to get and always seemed to show up at just the right times. The appetizer platter was a highlight (be careful of the dried chili's in the center, they are HOT) and the imeruli khachapuri was to die for! So rich and delicious, the cheese lover will be dreaming of that dish. Our server recommended adding spinach, and we were so glad we did! The salad was a nice large portion for sharing. Grab a reservation on advance, this place was hopping on a Saturday night! read more

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Excellent food! The staff are fun, nice and really helpful when it comes to ordering. Will definitely be going back!

There are many things to love about Oda. First off, the dining room is gorgeous yet comfortable, with a few large round booths that would be great for a larger party. I love that it's open a little later--until 10 or 11 (Fridays/Saturdays)--than most restaurants in the area, and we have always been warmly greeted even when stopping in for a late light dinner. Although the cuisine might be described as Georgian/Turkish comfort food, with some rich, decadent offerings, there has been a clear effort to include a variety of diets, and our servers have been knowledgeable about the menu. What's more, Oda offers more than one vegan main and several apps, sides, and salads, which makes me feel included rather than an after thought. I also truly appreciate having these wonderful options clearly labeled as vegan on the menu. The only thing I have been missing is the bean-filled khachapuri, which is sadly no longer on the menu. This huge, hot-from-the-oven, flaky bread was absolutely delicious and unlike anything I've ever had. I hope this item returns, even as a special. It would be reason enough to give Oda a try if you haven't already. read more

I love Oda. We have been there a few times now, always with 3-4 people. The staff is friendly and professional and very kind and thoughtful. The cooking is top notch and delicious. Alec our waiter, on this most recent visit was very attentive and helpful. The ambiance in the restaurant is beautiful and the seating is comfortable. This restaurant is high on my list when I am entertaining friends and family because the staff welcomes you like family, the food is fantastic and the space is relaxing and attractive. Highly recommend. read more

Had a delicious experience at Oda. Wonderful service from Alek and yummy food. Not your straight up Mediterranean - there are wonderful twists due to the Turkish and Georgian heritage. Too many things to choose from in the menu (a good problem to have). The chicken kabob was cooked perfectly, the hummus spiced with roasted garlic and delicious. One of my companions found the salmon to be the best he'd ever had. My salad was a little over dressed, so I would recommend asking for dressing in the side. The cocktails were fantastic. Dessert was served with a very aromatic tea that capped the evening. The restaurant is lovely but the music didn't really suit the ambiance- 80s pop was not quite the right choice. This is a small local business - throw them some love. It did look like some regulars were coming in. A good choice for the neighborhood! read more

Fantastic spot with some really exceptional service. The food is serviceable. I'd go back but I'm not writing home about it. The beef was a bit overcooked and chewy with too much salt. But again, pretty solid as far as Chicago goes! read more

Food was excellent and prices were quite reasonable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Excellent overall.

The food here is incredible. Like seriously, some of the best food I have had in the city. I've never had Georgian food before but wow. I was very impressed. I got the IMERULI KHACHAPURI (Georgian cheese filled bread) which was incredible. So warm and flake and pairs amazing with the CHASHUSHULI (Georgian moderately spicy beef stew). The Chashushuli was amazing, the beef was so tender and it had a nice spice to it! It went well with both mashed potatoes and rice! The service was okay. They were understaffed and my server forgot my Khachapuri until I reminded them but I totally understand because he was the only server to like 8 different tables. It was really dark in there. And the lights kept flickering which was a bit annoying. I understand the vibe but it felt a little too dark in there when the sun set. I will be back, this food is amazing! read more

Oda Mediterranean Cuisine - IMERULI KHACHAPURI Georgian cheese filled bread, pan fried to perfection - Mediterranean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The food was tasty and the menu offers gluten free options but I had some issues with my dinner. First, when I asked about gluten free options to come with the hummus (as pita is included) he said he could offer half pita and half of a GF cornbread -- which I said yes to and he offered to include some feta which I also said yes to. We were brought a full amount of pita and the hummus - great for my date! - and then 5-10 min later a full order of the cornbread and some slices of feta. This cornbread ended up on the check as $13, $7 more than the cornbread alone on the menu for 3 small slices of feta. Usually this wouldn't be enough for me to write a yelp review, but I also had an issue where their QR code directs me to an online menu and there is a link to view it as a PDF if you'd like. On the "gluten free" sub-page of the online menu my dish was $21. Apparently on the PDF (and on the standard "dinner" webpage?) it is $24 -- and that's what I was charged. I do appreciate that they have dining options for gluten free diners -- us mild celiac sufferers appreciate it! -- but their menus and their servers need to be more clear about pricing and fix discrepancies between the webpages and the PDFs as well. If you offer us a half/half accommodation for dips, you should not be charging another $13 without informing us, and you obviously need to ensure all your posted prices align. read more

Pleasantly surprised with this place. Pros: extraordinary taste of everything, salad was fantastic, appetizer delicious, and the octopus- mmmm. Cons: the octopus is really small for the price. You have to order something more if you're hungry. In general- small portions, but pricey. And choice of wine is limited. Even though many brands of wine are listed, they didn't have 3 of them which we asked for. read more

Oda Mediterranean Cuisine - Octopus - Mediterranean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Absolute find. surprised as I've passed this place 50 times and was missing out. Eggplant appetizer great, seared octopus great but the beef stew amazing. didn't hurt the drinks are boozy too:) read more

This is a warm and welcoming space where we enjoyed happy hour pricing and gracious service. It's local for me, but worth the trip if you're looking for incredible hummus (among other yummy choices). read more

Loved this place! The spicy hummus was so yummy and they had lots of vegetarian dishes. The service was very friendly and quick. Can't wait to come back! read more

Ordered the Adana. Was good . Only reason not 5 stars is because I am used to a little more flavor in the meat.

Wonderful ambiance, great service, amazing food. We got the appetizer tray of assorted hummus, then added the spinach/cheese/sausage, and then the assorted meat tray of lamb, beef/chicken Laban's with rice and hummus. Braised Short Ribs were amazing! Definitely try those. It was a dinner for my son's graduation from Loyola and it was a terrific choice! read more

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I need to keep reminding myself to go north of Bryn Mawr on Clark. So many good options to choose from, and one of them is Oda. My boyfriend and I finally tried something different than our usual places and I'm so glad we did. I've been to Oda twice before and it was great, but that's far too few times for how long it's been there. I had the restaurant week pre fixe menu with a delicious salad, small spinach pies and the seafood cioppino. All of it excellent. He had the salmon en papillote and equally excellent. My pre fixe meal came with a dessert flight and they were very generous to comp us another one so my boyfriend didn't feel left out : ) I also had lemonade...so good and not too sweet. We sat on the bar side which was cozy and quiet. Our waiter Alek was charming and sweet and kind and just made us feel welcome. Simply a pleasant experience. I'll be going back soon and often. read more

yelp led me here... and so happy to be introduced to georgian food. tons of vegi/vegan options - the hummus with ezme was my favorite. the bar wasn't fully stocked and the service was a bit scattered. our table wasn't in the best location (even though the restaurant wasn't very busy) - felt shoved in the corner which may attribute to why our server wasn't as attentive as he could have been. would like to come back and try other vegi items! read more

Delicious food and flavors! Will definitely return! The drinks were also very tasty and very gracious staff who treated my group of 5 like family. read more

Oda was great. We came on a weeknight and the staff was very attentive and accommodating to us. We shared the ezme, mchadi, and shepherd's salad for appetizers and the imperuli khachapuri and veggie moussaka. Ezme: highly recommend. Slightly spicy pepper dip, which was awesome with the mchadi. Mchadi: it's called corn bread but it's more like cheese bread. Also really good. Shepherds salad: veggie salad. Not much else to it but it came with a tasty dressing. Veggie moussaka: my least favorite, not to my taste but kind of tasted like lasagna. Khachapuri: super yummy. Basically gooey, cheesy pizza. read more

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This restaurant is an unexpected delight. First, the decor is adorable with mirrors, wood, crystal chandeliers and subway tile. Service is attentive and knowledgeable about the cuisine, which is a combo of Turkish and Georgian. We had the dolma appetizer which was fine, but the meat combo was outstanding- juicy, tender and beautifully seasoned. The combo plate easily serves two. Best kofta i have ever eaten in any middle eastern cuisine. We shared a massive plate of creamy tiramisu for dessert. read more

Oda Mediterranean Cuisine - Combination playe - Mediterranean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I like the overall look and vibe of the restaurant. However I immediately disliked the sound in the room. There wasn't any detectable music which can be fine but I felt like the room echoed too much. I wish there was more to absorb the sound and create an ambiance that matched the decor. The lights also flickered every so often. Our server was very nice. We had a burrata salad to start. It came without the garlic crostini mentioned on the menu. We had to ask for it. The burrata with tomatoes was delicious but it also came with some sort of mango and avocado salsa on the side. I don't really think the mango and avocado went with the rest of the salad. It was tasty just confusing. I did try to put all the elements together in one bite and it made no sense. Doesn't make so much sense together on the plate either. We came on a Sunday which, according to the menu, is not a mandatory shared plates day. However our plates came out in a manner which suggested that we were sharing. We each ordered our own entrees and never said we were sharing. I did not appreciate this since this left me waiting for my entree. I feel like the communication around this could be clearer. Since it can be open-ended, I think it should be up to the server to clarify and ask to ensure satisfactory service. I ordered one cocktail--the Lawgiver. Horribly bitter. I really disliked it. I don't know if it's intentionally bitter but it is. Also it came in a Jack Daniel's low ball glass. This drink did not contain any whiskey. Felt a little odd and not very classy. I think a regular low ball would have been just fine. Lastly, everything was garnished with a flower. I don't understand it. It made no sense. I actually think the food and drink looked fine without the flower. The addition of the flower--especially the same one--on everything was just strange. Unnecessary. A lot of people seem to enjoy this place. I did not and we will not be coming back. read more