Apolonia

Name: Apolonia
Address: 2201 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, 60616
Telephone: (312) 363-2431
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (35)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

2201 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

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2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

This second restaurant from acclaimed chef Stephen Gillanders does not disappoint. At Apolonia, Gillanders skillfully explores the rich flavors of the Mediterranean with the same creative flair so many have come to love at S.K.Y., proving that all good things are worth the wait.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 363-2431
Website
https://www.apoloniachicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Joe Spretnjak

Location
2201 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Neighborhood
South Loop
Cross street
Michigan Avenue & Cermak Road
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Tasting Menu
$68.00 per person
Multiple dates available
A five-course tasting menu inspired by Apolonia classics as well as new favorites. Reflective of the season and our farmer partners’ products.

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What 35 people are saying

Apolonia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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Chicago
Mediterranean

Review summary

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Apolonia captivates with its "creative and straightforward" menu and "engaging" staff, ensuring an "amazing" experience. The "gorgeous venue" offers unique dishes like pistachio dessert and broiled oysters. Patrons rave about the cocktails and the "wonderful food". Despite occasional service hiccups, Apolonia remains a "true semi-hidden gem" in Chicago.

35 Reviews

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Ezekiel
Chicago / Illinois1 review
1.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Last time we went the food was GREAT. I’m not sure what happened this time but the chicken was fatty, i had a crunch in my mussel toast and it tasted fishy. Was super sad about this! I think something was off. The manager tried to accommodate us, Kevin was appreciated and the drinks weee good. We only had one bad run in with a host who took our dessert menus off the table before we could order another dessert and gave it to another table. Not a great look. Again, had a FANTASTIC time the first time. Really sad about this experience
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Amy
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommend doing the tasting menu. Order the pistachio for dessert.
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Howard VIP
Chicago / Illinois82 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Apolonia never disappoints. The menu is creative and straightforward. All the food is interesting and are things you are unlikely to find anywhere else. Our Server, Jane, was excellent, but ALL the staff treat guests in a very engaging and interested way. The cocktails were creative and interesting. The wine list short and approachable.
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Elyse VIP
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One word: Incredible That’s it. No more needs to be said
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L
Chicago / Illinois18 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gorgeous venue with windows looking out on the busy corner to watch the world go by. Food was outstanding, service very attentive and suggestions were spot on.
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Wayne
South Carolina3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent place for brunch with very good service, and wonderful light. Facilities are first rate, with clean bathrooms.
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Emily VIP
Wisconsin4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, wine & staff - Apolonia is always a fantastic place to be!
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Daune
Cleveland / Akron / Canton1 review
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sunday brunch. Easy entry. Wide open and inviting space. Excellent and attentive but not intrusive service. We came for Tatum Sinclair’s pastry and were overwhelmed with the fantastic flavors. Get the brunch pastry tray. The famous truffle puff bread. The polenta. Enjoy.
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Phillip
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a solid experience. 10/10 place. Would come back again.
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Rebecca VIP
San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From start to finish, everything was amazing. -Cyclopes cocktail, was super tasty and different – a great way to begin. -Harissa Spiced Lamb Skewer was perfectly cooked and the Octopus de Bourgogne was incredibly tender and delicious -Fiorentini al Sugo was rich and comforting, there was a nice smokiness to the sauce and the pasta was very tender
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FAQs

Apolonia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 363-2431.

Apolonia is rated 4.6 stars by 35 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Experiences are available.

2201 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Michigan Avenue & Cermak Road
Neighborhood
South Loop
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Joe Spretnjak
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.apoloniachicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 363-2431

Apolonia

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