Reviews on Avli, Coopers Hawk, Lao Peng You, and Chicago Ramen | Eater Chicago

"I consider this new Greek spot an important addition to the River North dining scene; it's the restaurant from chef Louie Alexakis and his crew, with other locations in Lincoln Park and Winnetka. The serious fine-dining independent offers a sophisticated take on staples — baked saganaki topped with peppered fig marmalade and honey stands out — though shared plates are hit or miss: zucchini fritters on a garlic-potato spread are addictive, pork souvlakia arrives overcooked, and thin-cut lamb chops don’t do much flavorwise. The real star for me is the Berkshire pork gyro, presented as a sandwich with so much meat that, even split in two, it’s knife-and-fork eating. Overall it isn’t flawless but it’s a welcome experience at a time when luxury housing starts are gradually pricing Chicago’s Greektown out of existence." - Jeffy Mai