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Aba - Chicago, Chicago, IL

Aba - Chicago

4.8
4.8
2601 Reviews
$50 and over
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 264 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and Bal
Harbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter style
of cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, and
Greece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.
Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy Chicken
Thigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar program
showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Californian, Meat
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 645-1400
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Host your next meeting or event with help from Aba! Enjoy Catering options including<br />Hummus &amp; Spreads, Hot &amp; Cold Mezze, Dessert and more. Choose between the Mediterranean Feast with family-style options for a<br />minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hour notice. Optional delivery is<br />handled via Doordash, and costs $7.00.
  • Private party facilities
    Let Aba cater your next celebration, meeting, or special event! Enjoy large group diningspaces, or our intimate semi-private Chef’s Table which can accommodate groups up to 10guests. For groups up to 600, join us in our private event hall, The Dalcy.
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    W Fulton St &amp; N Green St
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, in addition to garage and valet.
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,601 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Mediterranean

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Most Booked

  • Chicago

    Mediterranean

  • Chicago

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aba in Chicago offers a "fantastic atmosphere" with a blend of Israeli and Middle Eastern cuisine, perfect for group gatherings. Diners rave about the "amazing hummus" and delightful rooftop views. While some service inconsistencies exist, the "ambiance is lovely," making it a must-visit for both locals and visitors.

2,601 Reviews
  1. Rafael

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was excited because they have vegan options even desert carrot cake was amazing.

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  2. Mike

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great visit at Aba. We arrived with a reservation and were seated immediately. My date was not able to brush off the cold temperature on the terrace, so we opted to sit at the bar and wait for a table at the inside dinning room. The host staff were very polite and told us of the hour plus wait. We decided to stay at the bar and eat dinner there, though the host staff found us a table within 15 minutes of us sitting at the bar. We dined out often and the bar area is always an option for us, so we didn’t want to inconvenience anyone. Again, the host staff handled the situation tremendously well and we were very happy with the choices they gave us. Now on to the service and food. The bar staff was uber knowledgeable and coursed out our selections, as it was our first time there. We started out with Prosecco before we dug into the menu choices. We ordered Whipped feta, falafel, truffled salmon, and the green chili shrimp. The bar coursed out our choices perfectly. They suggested we get extra bread with our shrimp, and it was the perfect suggestion. All dishes were delicious and flavorful. Lots of depth in all dishes. We also had a cocktail and a glass of wine. Both were good choices. Bar staff was impeccable in their choices for us and we ended our night celebrating my date’s birthday with a carrot cake. Sans licking the plate, we liked it through the last bite. The staff even lit a candle for the cake! Overall, a knowledgeable and patient staff led us through our first, and certainly, not our last visit to Aba. See you soon Aba!

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  3. Latania

    Chicago

    88 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    88 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dined here to try restaurant and celebrate a birthday. Middle eastern food served tapa style is the vibe. Food was good not great. Pumpkin hummus with warm pita bread was excellent. Hamachi and chicken were good. Crispy potatoes and lamb chops were very good. Drinks were good also. Service is attentive and helpful. Ambiance is nice. Food doesn’t have me rushing back, but we had a good dining experience overall.

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  4. Kevin

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Japanese sweet potato hummus was delicious, but everything else was underwhelming and pretty similar to what you can get at basically any mid-range restaurant. There are much better and more memorable options at this price point. The waiter was also very inattentive. I can't imagine returning.

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  5. April

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great and the atmosphere was amazing. The food was good but the crispy potatoes were just okay. Brussel sprouts were fabulous!

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  6. Michael

    Chicago

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wait staff was excellent. They were timely without being intrusive. The food was excellent and the room is beautiful and relaxing. I love Aba.

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  7. Oliver

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I made a reservation at Aba to celebrate my wife’s birthday and noted this occasion in the reservation. While we were greeted with birthday wishes at the front, the overall experience fell short of expectations. The service from our waiter was lackluster—they seemed rushed and inattentive, spending noticeably more time with nearby tables than with us. Adding to the disappointment, we were seated at a small table tucked into a corner, surrounded by other parties of two who were given larger tables for four. The arrangement felt cramped and far from celebratory. Despite mentioning the birthday, there was no special acknowledgment during the meal—not even a complimentary dessert. I had hoped for a memorable evening to honor my wife, but the lack of hospitality and attention left me feeling embarrassed and disappointed. Unfortunately, it wasn’t the special experience I had envisioned for her.

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  8. Shelley

    Chicago

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The middle eastern menu is So delicious. Staff was attentive and wine wise. I always leave ABA happy. Minor feedback: I wish the system for delivering food and drinks to the table was smoother. Food came out before cocktails. We had to ask to box food before the next course. Wine came out slowly.

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  9. Edward

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was beautiful. The food was average for Chicago restaurant prices were high for the portions service was below average.

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  10. Bianca

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal food and atmosphere, great for groups or date nights. Highly recommend and will be going back soon.

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FAQs

Aba - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 645-1400.

Aba - Chicago is rated 4.8 stars by 2601 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 264 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Aba - Chicago

302 N. Green Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W Fulton St &amp; N Green St
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Californian, Meat
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, in addition to garage and valet.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (773) 645-1400
  • Catering
    Host your next meeting or event with help from Aba! Enjoy Catering options including<br />Hummus &amp; Spreads, Hot &amp; Cold Mezze, Dessert and more. Choose between the Mediterranean Feast with family-style options for a<br />minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hour notice. Optional delivery is<br />handled via Doordash, and costs $7.00.
  • Private party facilities
    Let Aba cater your next celebration, meeting, or special event! Enjoy large group diningspaces, or our intimate semi-private Chef’s Table which can accommodate groups up to 10guests. For groups up to 600, join us in our private event hall, The Dalcy.
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