Venus Greek-Cypriot Cuisine
4.4
from - Neighborhood: Greektown
- 820 W. Jackson Blvd.
- Chicago, IL 60607
- 312-714-1001
- Price range: $$$ ($16-$25)
Celebrate the Mediterranean island of Cyprus at this spot. Featuring traditional mezes, the Cypriot version of tapas, you can create your own tasting tour of the country. Among the menu's many choices, choose taramosalata, Cypriot caviar; afelia, wine-marinated pork prepared with dry coriander; or halloumi, the island's version of goat cheese. Some selections will be familiar to anyone who's visited a Greek or Middle Eastern restaurant (think hummus and stuffed grape leaves.) Check out the bar while there; it's shaped like an ancient sailing vessel. Sample the selection of Cypriot wines like the Zivania, an intense liquor much like Italian grappa.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Jackson Blvd. and Halsted Streed.
- Parking:
- Valet. Valet Parking: Free.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 4-11 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 4 p.m.-1 a.m. Friday; 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturday; noon-11 p.m. Sunday.
- Cuisine:
- Mediterranean
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar. Cypriot wine available, including zivania, the Cypriot version of grappa.
- Smoking:
- No
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Live Music:
- Yes. Greek music from 8:30 p.m.- 2 a.m. Saturday nights.
- Features:
- Catering and Kids Menu. No buffet.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities
- Specialties:
- Cypriot cuisine.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- Yes. Only for catering.
- Seating :
- Seating for 169
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"Awesome"
By Tom Segel from Tri Cities, March 25, 2009
We were visiting Chicago for a weekend and stumbled across this awsome place. We were treated fabulously, especially considering we knew very litt...
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"what a surprise"
By doctorbeef from wicker park, July 30, 2008
Venus was a pleasant surprise. all 6 of us raved about our food. you can tell the care and quality of ingredients by the fresh greens they use in...
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"An altogether lovely experience"
By ktward61 from Woodridge, June 13, 2008
Service is second to none, delicious cuisine, warm and embracing staff. Will return regularly!
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