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Aba - Chicago

$50 and over
Mediterranean
302 N. Green Street, Chicago, IL 60607

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 349 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions. Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: CJ Jacobson

From the OpenTable editors: "Top Chef" star and "Top Chef: Duels" winner CJ Jacobson's modern take on Mediterranean cooking at Aba has earned numerous accolades, including being named the Best New Restaurant by both Chicago Tribune and Eater readers. To understand why, start with spreads like smoky garlic hummus or muhummara before moving on to simple but savory dishes like wood-fired lamb chops with broccolini. A drink list that highlights lesser-known producers and “ancient civilization” wines rounds out the experience.

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–10:45 pm Sat 3:30 pm–10:45 pm Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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 minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hour notice. Contact abaparties@lettuce.com for more information.
  • 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. Contact abaparties@lettuce.com for more information.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    W Fulton St & N Green St
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, in addition to garage and valet.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,000 people are saying

Aba - Chicago reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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 vibrant dining experience with "phenomenal food" and an "amazing vibe." Guests rave about the "fantastic service," with standout dishes like the short rib hummus and lamb chops. The rooftop is a "must visit," providing a lively yet cozy atmosphere. It's a "true Mediterranean gem" that consistently delights diners.
3,000 Reviews
  1. Tylin

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The customer service was so bad that I couldn’t enjoy the experience

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  2. Manny VIP

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter did a great job explaining and making sure the foods items requested matched the dietary specifications needed for someone in our dinner party

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  3. Peter

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible and unique and about a hundred other wonderful adjectives to describe this place.

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  4. Dani VIP

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always incredible, vibes & space is top notch, great service, cocktails, portion sizes & most of all, they made my friends birthdays so special with delicious frozen yogurts & candles. Amazing experience every time!

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  5. Kelsey

    East Tennessee1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was extremely tasty. Some classic Middle Eastern food and some inventive options. We really enjoyed it.

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  6. Ashlee

    Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing patio and summer dinner spot. One of my favorites in the city.

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  7. Megan VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous setting and delicious food. Exceptional service.

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  8. barbara

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is baseline good.. not great and not bad, but simple for the price point. The ambience is beautiful and that is what you are paying for. If you are looking to check it for all the hype, just get some hummus and a cocktail and save yourself the extra cash.

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  9. Jan

    Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food! The outdoor patio is vibrant. It was a great experience all around.

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  10. Verna VIP

    Chicago / Illinois26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our son and daughter-in-law highly recommended Aba. We are so glad! Peter B, our waiter was attentive, knowledgable and genuinely interested in making sure we had a great experience. The cauliflower kabobs, crispy brussel sprouts, Greek Village Salad, and scallops were all delicious. We also ordered some humus spreads and both were excellent. They even have gf crackers. My Sangiovese wine was recommended by Peter and it was just what I wanted. My husband also loved his Old Fashioned. We will definitely be back.

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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 3000 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 349 times today
Google Map for Aba - Chicago

302 N. Green Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W Fulton St & 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–10:45 pm Sat 3:30 pm–10:45 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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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 minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hour notice. Contact abaparties@lettuce.com for more information.
  • 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. Contact abaparties@lettuce.com for more information.
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