Central Gyros
Matt Zurek · 183 Google reviewsCentral Gyros — a mediterranean spot in Portage Park. It wears its years well. The cooking is rooted in real tradition. "The tzatziki sauce is homemade and the best I’ve had" — Anjelica Strantz [$$]
What 801 diners keep saying
What 801 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“My experience was great very well clean place enjoyed the gyro plate I was amazed, I can tell this is the real deal gyros, I have tried gyros from different places and by far this has the best Greek gyros I have had and by far this place does lives up To it’s authentic food. I love Mediterranean food it is heathy I will be back when i come back to Chicago when I visit my wife family.”
“Central Gyros has been a staple in my families life for over 20 years. A lot of family get togethers later and we still pick central gyros as our go to restaurant. Best gyro in town! I got too excited to take a picture of my sandwich but I took pictures of the saganaki and lemon drop soup. Yum!”
“True Northside 💎 Celebrating 50 years of Excellence 🤩 Truly one of Chicago Best Establishment. Huge Portions! Hands down one of Chicago’s Best Gyro and Greek Specialty Plates. Gyros Souvlaki Moussaka Pastichio Dolmades Spinach Pie all Phenomenal, if you craving Greek Food look no further head to Central Gyros”
“Been coming to Central Gyros since I was little and I’m 36. Food has not changed. That’s a hard thing to find. Ediet is always our waitress and she knows our order by heart. She gives me extra pita to go w my left over gyros. Shes amazing. Food is always good. The tzatziki sauce is homemade and the best I’ve had.”
“Very attentive staff, very goood food very very good, from out of town and this was a place that popped up on redit and other pages, the flaming cheese is super cool but the gyros where fantastic”
“I used to come here for the navy bean soup when I lived in the area. I’m visiting this week and drove straight from O’Hare and I’m so happy to discover that it is still just as good.”
“I had an incredible dining experience at Central Gyros! The Chicken Bekri Meze was absolutely delicious—flavorful, tender, and perfectly complemented by the melted cheese. The Bean Soup was amazing—rich, hearty, and comforting. And the Greek Salad was nothing short of phenomenal—fresh, crisp, and bursting with flavor. The food quality, portion sizes, and authentic Greek flavors make this place a must-visit. Highly recommend for anyone craving great Greek cuisine!”
“I don’t know what happened, if it’s under new ownership, or what…but the gyro sandwiches & Greek fries are half the size of what they used to be. Disappointed, especially with how much it costs!”
“Awesome as Usual!!! I've been going there for 40 years !!!”
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