Kouklas Greek Eatery brings innovative Greek cooking and warm Mediterranean hospitality to Niles, Illinois. Led by James Beard award winner, Jimmy Bannos Jr., and Chef/Partner, Kevin Stack, Kouklas celebrates regional Greek flavors through live-fire cooking, seasonal ingredients, and dishes designed to be shared.The menu showcases wood and charcoal grilled meats and seafood, handmade pastas, and interactive tableside moments—most notably flaming saganaki, ignited tableside and finished with fresh lemon and an enthusiastic OPA. A Greek and Mediterranean forward wine list and cocktail program complement the kitchen’s bold yet balanced approach.Kouklas is designed for everything from intimate date nights to lively group gatherings. Whether you’re stopping in for mezze and cocktails at the bar or settling in for a full evening of shared plates and conversation, Kouklas offers an experience that feels elevated, inviting, and unmistakably Greek.
