The former JD's Que and Brew has been transformed into a lovely fast casual Greek restaurant with…read morecounter service. There is even a bar are with counter seating and three - five tables (two standard height and three counter height. There is a monstrous screen behind the bar for sports, but they mostly show videos of Greece, but they are mesmerizing videos of a beautiful country. It's a cleaner version of Dengeo's. And, dare I say, better version. Except for their avgolemeno soup. Such a weak travesty. Please fix this. It's just a watery mess. However, everything else is delicious. I ordered the Greek Chicken with their lemon-butter rice. They debone the chicken and serve atop a mountain of their rice. If also had their potatoes (which are good) but the rice is magical. The first time we went, they had a serve yourself soda fountain and they since got rid of it and sell soda in bottles and cans. They do still have a self-serve water station. Once you order, staff will bring to your table, so please tip when you order or leave on the table as they do come by and clear your table as well. It is first come first served and you grab your own tables. I've been there on weekends and weeknights and they get pretty packed. The food is flavorful and quite tasty. The portions are huge so you're definitely going to bring something home. Nostimo is now in our rotation of places to go in a pinch and they do have an outdoor seating area, too.

We decided to come here as 2 of my sons wanted to try this place. We invited my in-laws and my…read morebrother-in-law and his family. Since there was a total of 11 and the seating is first come first serve, we decided to call to see if they had reservations. They did take our name and reserved a table. When we arrived we noticed a table was reserved and we were informed that it was our table. We sat and looked over the menus. When we were ready my 2 boys and I went up to place our order. My one son has major allergies so we spoke to the chef and he came back out to recommend the dishes he can have. It was great that he did so and gave us confidence that my son would be able to eat without worrying too much about the ingredients. I ordered the Shrimp Kalamakia with a side of the Greek Rice. My son with the allergies ordered the Pork Kalamakia with Greek Rice and no pita, my other son ordered the Traditional Pork Gyro with Greek Rice. The sides we ordered: Saganaki Fritters and Spanakopitakia. My son that ordered the Pork Kalamakia devoured it. He said it was tender and juicy and probably could have eaten 4 skewers. My Shrimp Kalamakia was nicely charred and seasoned, I squeezed some lemon and it provided a nice tang over the seasoning. The Lemon rice pilaf was soft and cook just right and was nicely balanced. I had one Saganaki Ball and it was delicious. My son had the Pork Gyros said it was really good and the Tzatziki sauce was creamy and rich with flavors. My in-laws bought the table desserts and I got the Baklava and my wife got Loukoumades (Greek Donuts with Nutella) and both did not disappoint. I really loved the citrus honey syrup in the Baklava. The Loukoumades had a crispy shell and nice a fluffy on the inside and the Nutella amount was perfect. This place is very good and well worth the price in my opinion. I loved the fact that they took the time to make sure my son with allergies was safe.

Not having much time, but really wanting something Greek, I stopped at Kouzena for Aveglemono Soup…read moreand Spanakopita. There were only three of us in the restaurant at 1:00 p.m., but the service was excellent and the preparation of the food was very good. The menu is not large, but I'm thankful to find a Greek restaurant in the area. Milwaukee has lost its Greek restaurants (Avli being a bit trendy and an exception). The many Greek family restaurants have a few Greek offerings, but places like Mykonos and Greek Island are long gone.

Kouzena 220 is a great spot to eat Mediterranean right downtown Racine! I have only had take out,…read moreand ordered the Gyro dinner with Spanikopita and it's been amazing! I absolutely love it, and highly recommend it! The decor on the inside is super cute and welcoming, so at some point I'll try dining in! But for now, the food is amazing and you should give it a try!

With so many (better than average) Mediterranean options around town, it's really hard to decide…read morewhich one should be considered good vs. average vs. bad. Nikkos offers a wide variety of food, not just Greek. Burgers, dogs, Italian beef, etc. I know from experience both Mediterranean and Middle Eastern places generally offer very good burgers, but I haven't personally tried Nikkos'. I must try them soon. What I *have* tried are Italian beef, gyro, and chicken, both in plate and sandwich forms. Gyro and chicken dishes did not disappoint. Their chicken kebab plate is my daughter's new go-to Greek dish, and I can personally attest to their gyro and tzatziki sauce. Super legit. Also, French fries are good. I've tried their Italian beef now twice, but both times I thought they didn't do a very good job getting rid of beef taint. Gravy was okay; nothing special. I'd personally put them right at the same level as Portillo's. It's got a very old-school diner feel to the place. Menus are displayed with pictures over the counter, making it super easy to read and order. As far as friendliness of the cashier goes, I'd rate them 3 of 5. I was greeted and tended by a very nice lady once, but it was two grumpy dudes the other time who were all business and no play. Nothing wrong with their work ethics or order accuracy or anything. They were just unpleasant. Just so I'm clear, these encounters don't usually deter my star ratings. More so an FYI. All in all, I'm happy with my Greek plates at Nikkos. I'll probably go back to try rest of the other menu items like shish kebab or even a burger.

Such consistently delicious food! I always get the chicken kebab on a pita. My husband loves their…read morehomemade sausage. They have the best fries around. We love the owners, they know our order when we walk in the door. It's clean and welcoming. A weekly spot for us.

Wandered in here on St Patrick's Day starving as all other establishments had a minimum 45 min wait…read moredue to the crowds. It's not a fancy place but the food was so delicious & service great. Had the corned beef hash skillet and it was very good. Everyone enjoyed their food.

I would always come here growing up. Amazing food, amazing staff, always friendly, helpful, just…read moreall around a wholesome and comforting experience. Get the Hungry Hobo skillet!

Went to Damashkey for a business lunch and was impressed overall…read more The space is clean and casual and the food was quick to come out. For starters we ordered the babaghanoush and falafels. Both were really good! The falafels are formed in a donut shape which give them more surface area for a better crunch! For my main I ordered the chicken sharawma plate which came with a healthy portion of chicken, rice, and hummus along with salad and some extra pita. The chicken was super flavorful and tender and the hummus was extremely fresh. The rice was a nice addition, but was honestly too much to finish. Their side sauces were solid too, my favorite was the garlic. My only wish was that the spicy sauce was more spicy! Was more of a spicy jam vs a hot sauce but was good nonetheless. Service was quick and friendly as well.

My boyfriend and I had takeout, and we both really enjoyed our meals! We did not order the hummus…read morethis time because we knew that the meal itself would be extremely filling, and it was! The chicken was tender; the rice was cooked to perfection and well-seasoned. They had a new salad that came with the meal, and it was fresh and tasty.

I've decided to write a quick 5 star eulogy for this spot. Why a eulogy? Because they have, very…read moresadly, closed up. I Ioved this restaurant. When they put the sign up I was so intrigued as to what B&B would be. Much to my delight it was Greek American style! I grew up eating along this specific fault line of American favorites and Greek classics, so I was psyched to see something like that around here. As soon as I saw they were open I had to stop in. They nailed it here. The clean diner concept was friendly and comfortable. The family run business was putting out, for my money, the best gyros anywhere around! Spinach Pie, another classic and another must have. I got one almost every visit. They did a great job with American stuff, and even a few Mexican style dishes too! I'd get the taco meal a lot actually, it was a great hearty meal. The Greek chicken plates and the lemon chicken soup were some of the best here, these guys knew their way around a chicken! There's plenty more I could say, it's been about 3 years after all... this is a big loss on the community. Nothing hits quite like this spot, it had become a go-to for me. Can't decided what to eat today? Go to B&B. Multiple people in the group want different types of food? Go to B&B. Craving something light? Go to B&B. Need a hearty dinner? Go to B&B. Well, now I can't go to B&B anymore. The area is less inviting without them, it's left a massive hole here that likely won't be filled. Trying to buck up... I'm wishing the family all the best moving forward! They are still running their Facebook page for the business, with a post saying they will have more information soon. Whatever they plan, I hope to be eating their food somewhere not to far from here in the near future. Goodbye for now, hopefully not sayonara. And thanks for the good times!

Just had dinner at B&B Restaurant Third Lake and it was really good. Gyros, ribs and all their…read morefood are huge portions. Definitely worth a try. We're going back soon. Terrific owner and staff. My only affiliation is I love their food. And it's so reasonably priced too. Lunch or dinner. On Rt 45 just north of Washington.

Absolutely recommended with 5 stars!…read more I heard about this restaurant from TikTok as it is rated the #1 restaurant in Lake County, and now I see why! We stopped in for some lunch. We were greeted by owner Marlene, who is absolutely wonderful. We placed our order and got some fresh lemon water. I ordered the lunch special Chicken and Gyro plate, and he ordered the Lamb Kabob Plate. While we waited for the food, we chatted with Marlene, and we were given some baklava (love that stuff). My goodness, the aroma coming from my plate was so good. The meats were cooked to perfection, and the vegetables were just right. He told Marlene that was not his first choice for food, but this meal changed his mind. The pitas and sauces were delicious as well. The presentation is nice, and portion sizes are large. I brought some home. I feel so bad because I forgot to tip, which is crazy for us. But, this just means we have to return soon and give a large tip. Don't skip trying this place. You won't be disappointed! Closed on Sunday, so plan accordingly.

Believe the reviews! LOVED this restaurant. We stopped by…read morefor a late lunch and each of us had a little something different and we enjoyed everything. The owner helped us choose since we had never been there before. She was so friendly and welcoming. I'd go back just to sit and talk to her, felt like family. Started with some Hummus, followed by a Beef & Chicken Shawerma Plate and a Lamb Shawerma Wrap and finished up with some Baklava. Large portions and very reasonably priced.

Back with my friends Everything good still, my little was…read moreexcited to make his choice on kids menu. Lamb was great!

My friend and I were enjoying happy hour drinks at Beatrix next door and were deciding where to go…read morenext when Violí caught our attention. The restaurant looked incredibly inviting, and the moment I walked in, loved the interior. It feels like a little getaway to Greece right in Oak Brook. We grabbed seats at the bar and shared a few appetizers, including the grilled eggplant and saganaki. I especially enjoyed the presentation of the saganaki--the flaming cheese added a fun and memorable touch to the experience. The portion size was moderate and paired perfectly with the other appetizers we ordered. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome throughout our visit. My friend enjoyed an additional glass of wine, while I finished the evening with a cappuccino, which made for the perfect nightcap. Between the beautiful atmosphere, delicious food, and excellent service, Violí was a wonderful surprise and a place I'd happily return to.