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Cross-Rhodes A Restaurant in Evanston is a four star Greek restaurant. This is a great place. This is one of the popular places to eat in the area. People who have eaten here found the food excellent.
Cross Rhodes offers authentic Greek Cuisine at affordable prices. Their menu includes everything from traditional Gyros, to salads, to Souvlaki, to Mousaka. They even offer char burgers, a diverse wine selection and Baklava for dessert.
5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite places and a must visit when I come down to Evanston. I've been going there since college and the food and quality are top notch and at reasonable prices. I love their chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All sorts of great food to try at Cross-Rhodes.
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The king-size gyro is RIDICULOUSLY huge. The Greek-style chicken is a little dry, but delicious and flavorful. But if you are in the mood, definitely get a burger-- can't get enough of that broiled...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The redeeming qualities of this place are the low prices and the location. Otherwise, it's not really worth a visit. And given the number of other options in the area (such as Lucky Platter very close...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Vegetarian salad, with feta, no tomatoes, fries on the side, pita. And a cup of coffee. This place is amazingly good and really cheap. I lived right around the corner for many years and ate here...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Spanikopia is excellent! both the minestrone and lemon soup were delicious. i ordered the mousaka, also very good. portions could have been a little bigger, but over all not much to complain about....
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Had an appt. yesterday in Evanston and the bf suggested lunch at CR.How come I did not know about this place. It's located in a great, deep store-front space on Chicago Ave. next to the ORT Resale...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Greek fries rock!!!I am pleased with whatever I order here......you can't go wrong with anything.
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and huge portions. Their gyros are fantastic, and almost two meals. The greek fries are also delicious, but tend to leave me feeling over-full and sleepy (although that may be my own...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great gyros and Greek chicken. The Greek fries are also great. Cheap beer and wine and the food is always consistent.
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fries on top of a salad! Absolute genius.
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE this place! the happy go lucky owner is awesome! He loves his job and his life, good for him! I always get the gyros on a greek salad with friesss on the side! very good :-) but I actually got...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wish Evanston weren't so far away. I love Cross-Rhodes for the egg lemon soup, lemony Greek french fries and Greek chicken. The prices are very reasonable, portions are ample, service is quick and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good food and value. Gyros are pretty standard though their King Size Gyros sandwich is LARGE. Souvklaki pork and chicken are both great, tender, juicy, flavorful. Definitely get the greek fries ......
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I still get a good laugh thinking about the first time I came here with a few friends.Cross-Rhodes is a nice Greek restaurant to go to in Evanston if you're sick of obtaining your gyros from some...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love crossrhodes, it's uber cheap. I always order the gyro sandwich and the greek fries.. both wonderful... and the spanakopita is also delish. It's a pretty casual restaurant, nothing too fancy....
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
CASH ONLYFirst, the staff was really friendly and helpful. They seemed truly interesting and helping people understand and explore some Greek food.BUT... the food wasn't anything. I had the Lamb...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was awesome! It was super cheap, fast, and good. I was with a group of people and we all loved what we had. Just beware that they do not take credit/debit cards so bring some cash. I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ah man they have the best gyros I've ever had. For a king size gyros and large Greek fries its under ten bucks. i like their white sauce but the red sauce is just as good. Its good more of a tangy...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ummmmm......can you say YUMMY?!! Talk about wonderful staff as well, my lady was so nice, and energetic, and made sure all was well! I recommend trying the Greek fries for sure, Greek salad ( duh!...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The best thing about this places is the price - so cheap! And for the price, you really can't beat the food. The food was tasty - I had a veggie pita and order of greek fries. My pita had a little too...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten here once a month for my whole life. It really is the best greek food you will ever find at this price! Hands down and believe me I've looked. The gyros are great (and huge), The egg lemon...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been coming here since high school and I love the food. I always get the same thing (I am a vegetarian so there isn't a huge list of things for me to choose from). I get the cheese pita and the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We order from here about once a month. The chicken is good, but our standard order is the skirt steak. With the salad (or soup) and Greek fries, it's enough for two solid meals. Love those Greek...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We've been going to this place forever, since back when the decor looked airy and fresh. I love the dressed fries and the gyros. That and the Greek salad are mostly what I get, over and over again....
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best cheeseburger I've EVER had! My husband is addicted to the Greek fries. And they are so quick - they have saved dinner on more than one occasion!
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nostalgia! When I was younger , my mom and I used to come to cross rhodes to eat... I loved it. There has been something near a 20 year hiatus since I've been back.Well, it's still pretty tasty. I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been coming here since I was four years old and it's still a favorite. The salads are great, as are their pita sandwiches (veg. and cheese pita). Still, it's probably similar to any cheap Greek...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food is decent. Typical gryos, burgers, sandwiches, salads fare. The one special thing -- I love the Greek fries with Lemon Herb Dressing.
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I miss living close to Cross-Rhodes. Love this spot, the owner and their food: egg lemon soup, taramousalata, feta, Greek fries, Greek salad, grilled chicken, gyros, the whole menu is delicious. Eat...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Cross-Rhodes has extremely few options for vegetarians. My husband had the vegetarian sandwich. It comes wrapped up in foil like a Chipotle burrito and is overloaded with tomatoes, onions, and feta...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It was a dangerous day when my husband and I moved mere blocks from Cross Rhodes. I am particularly fond of the greek chicken and fries (the white wine sauce on the greek fries is to DIE for). I've...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you are in the mood for a good steak, this is the place to go! They are cheap and the steak is cooked to perfection. I am not a steak person but the way cross-rhodes cooks the steak it is the best....
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We stopped in here on Saturday afternoon after apartment hunting all morning with some friends and we were in need of some serious sustenance. Cross Rhodes delivered, but there were a few let downs.My...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i've past this place a million times and was really excited to try it after reading yelp reviews. i was expecting something better than hubs, or the gyro joint across the street from me. however,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2008
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this place has great greek food. the best i've had around the evanston area. the prices are pretty fair and you get a pretty good value! the service was great while i was there as well. check it out if you are...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the most fabulous greek fries. great food and reasonably priced
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a deal! I was super impressed with this cute spot in Evanston!First off, the food is really good and the prices are very inexpensive.The host/ owner has excellent customer service skills and is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing special here. Good to okay food, definitely not great food. The best fries in Chicago? I don't think so, not even close. The fries are drenched in lemon and vinegar. If you like the over...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Only place I know to get retsina outside Greek Town. A place where the owner is behind the counter, and recognizes you. Solid Greek food. Not the fancy, crap, just the good stuff. Priced...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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Cross-Rhodes Restaurant is a great little Greek Restaurant in the heart of Evanston. My best friend took me there last time I was in because it was one of the last places left that allowed smoking! I had my...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had a chicken sandwich, I don't know why, and tried the gyro sandwich and it was yummmmy. Also had an order of their fries, which were soggy by the time I got to eat them in my apt a block away. Sad....
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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The gyros are top notch. The burgers are among the best in the Evanston...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cross-Rhodes is my favorite Evanston restaurant, hands down. For the price the food is simply unbeatable. If you're looking for something high-brow go elsewhere. However if your looking for a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place was SUCH a disappointment. We read a good number of positive reviews from this site, and so decided to try it out. The Moussaka and Pastitsio were almost certainly cooked in a massive tin...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The feta burger and fries are amazing. The greek specialties are just okay. I worked in a greek restaurant for many years and have a pretty high standard for my greek food. Stick with the burgers,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have to give a dissenting opinion. I didn't like this place, although it's not terrible. The service was slow and less than friendly. I found the menu to be limited and afterwards questioned the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food. The fries are the stuff of dreams. It is essential that you get the white sauce (on, not on the side) and the greek fries. The steak is marinated to perfection, the Chicken is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place already has so many reviews, but I can't help myself...Cross-Rhodes is so yummy! The lemon soup is something I will never get tired of and their fries are delicious! (and I normally HATE...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Cross Rhodes many times and it has always been great. I've never had a bad meal there, but the charburger with feta, steak sandwich, and gyros plate stand out as being particularly...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The gyro here has A LOT OF MEAT. So much meat that I was wishing I could trade some for more of their tasty Greek Fries. Friendly staff, a comfortable atmosphere and open kitchen make for a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food here was ok. I had the steak sandwich that most people rave about and it was at best mediocre and not exactly a great deal for what you are getting.
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the biggest things I miss about eating in Evanston. My review for the most part echoes all the sentiments below. Serive is awesome even when the place is slammed. The greek fries are simply...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just got back from lunch there with my brother and parents. My brother's friend suggested it, and it's quite good. The Greek fries are fantastic, but I would prefer if they weren't completely...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Feta cheeseburger with greek fries. Oh. my. delicious.I can't digest dairy and I get the cheeseburger anyway because the taste of it going down is worth the stomachache later. Yummy.No credit cards...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a few times now and everything I have tried on the menu has been delicious. Their gyros are so overstuffed I have to pull out meat and onion and pile it on a separate pita. Their lemon...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here tonight with my bf. I always get gyros if it's on the menu, so for dinner I got the gyro sandwich. The meat and pita were grease-less compared to other "fast food" places. My bf got the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After reading all of the positive reviews I couldn't wait to check out this place so I convinced my fiance to take me to a late lunch after we went to the movies. We ordered so much food it is a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
An NU alum I met in California told me to eat at Cross-Rhodes when he found out I was moving here. That says something, doesn't it?Anyway, my first night here I had nothing to cook with and no food...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
These guys are great. Some of the best fries around (and "healthiest," if it's possible for fries to be healthy). If you're getting fries to go, wait until you get there to place that part of your...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
An awesome place to get great Greek-American food! This little Evanston charm has been there for a long time and is continually busy. The owner is always there to make sure everyone is having a good...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Augh, we should've checked the reviews more carefully before heading out here, because we forgot to try their famous lemon fries! Regardless, we liked the food. They're generous with the olive oil and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A little bit too college town pretentious here for me to be a regular , I work close by. I've been here a hand full of times and the food was really good every time. Even the salad stood out as really...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I went to Cross-Rhodes I didn't know what I was in for exactly. All I knew was that I wanted good Greek food at a reasonable price. Once I stepped in and was offered a sample of the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has HUGE portions. I've eaten there a couple of times and both times I ended up rolling on the ground cause I was so full...that was, of course, after I got home because I'm sure someone...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh yum! Talk about cheap Greek food on the run! Delicious tzatiki sauce, spanokopita, and chicken kebabs. The light lemony sauce they use on their rice and veggies is fresh and delish. My fiance'...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whenever in Evanston I absolutely have to go to Cross Rhodes. Everything I have had has been so good. Theres a sign on the counter that says they won some french fry competition. I am a french fry...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place.I wish there was one in San Diego.This place is all about those damn addictive Greek fries!!! I've never eaten fries that tasted so good!Service is fast and the people are always...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fabulous location for Greek food. They gave us a carafe of ice water with a lemon. Service was very friendly and polite.What really won me over was the Greek lemon fries - just perfectly seasoned...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The chicken souvlaki is fantastic. The fries tend to get a little soggy in the takeout box, so I try to dine in whenever I can. I haven't tried the baklava yet, but it looks deliciously tasty and BIG...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2007
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BEST BURGERS NORTH OF MADISON AV. 6.95 W/ FRIES, GET THE GREEK FRIES.
urbanspoon.com - user review - 01/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
YUM!Great chicken souvlaki, great greek fries, great feta burger, and great greek iced coffee (sweet coffee w/ whipped cream). AND, the service was great. The staff was all very friendly and talkative...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Another favorite old stand-by. Greek lemon fries are great - but eat at once or they get soggy (not good for carry-out.) And who said not much here for vegetarians? How about the good Greek salads and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Solid greek/american establishment. Been doing it and doing it and doing it well for about 22 years now, according to the owner/cashier/host. Nice guy. Great gyro plate, tasty white wine and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i realize i have only written a few reviews and the ones i have written have been heavily meat biased. so. i am not going to talk about how the skirt steak at cross rhodes is the best i have had....
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Feta burger and greek fries. Seriously. Better eaten in the restaurant then carried out. The spanikopita is apparently heavenly. Just go.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food with average service. I think it has gone down a bit. I used to frequent here much more often when I lived a block away. The chicken, skirt steak, fries (in a lemony dressing) and egg...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Some places just get it. Good food. Good price. Not flashy, just place to get some great Greek food.Service is much improved now that that world-famous hip-hop producer works there much less.
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gyros are great - "king sized" is worth it if you're hungry. The fries are delicious also.
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2006
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This place is the best! The price is right and the food is definately right! The chicken is juicy and flavorful and so are the burgers. The fries are the best in the world with a greek lemon mixture on top....
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2006
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When I am craving Greek food, I always treck all the way out here. The food here is just soo good. They have a gyros sandwich that is not only huge, but super tasty too. They also have these great gre...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/14/2006
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This place has the best burger, greek fries, and souvlaki (spelling?). And the prices are great. The service is very friendly and efficient.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Forget Dengeo's, this is the best for gyro in the area. Greek fries are where its at!
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
While it can't compete with the food in Greek Town, Cross Rhodes does a darn good job. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area or even vaguely around the area.
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best. Greek. Fries. Ever
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They have some of the most amazing Greek fries, with lemon herb dressing. They also serve free-range chicken (yea!), but don't have a big selection of vegetarian foods.
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good Greek foood! I haven't tried many Greek food places, but I found this one really good.
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great gyros, huge salads and really crispy steak fries!
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place has one of the best burgers in town no question. In addition good gyros and egg-lemon soup. I've eaten their since i was a little wee one and its the bomb possibly not the healthiest place...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the place to go for the best Greek food! It makes you want more and more. The best part is, that it is so cheap that its ok to have more. The service is also very fast. Then there is the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the food is ridiculously addictive. i continuously rotate through the menu, but if you're a first-timer you must try the greek chicken. or the gyros (voted best in chicago). and the fries. and the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2005
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The hamburgers at Cross-Rhodes are the best. They are not huge or terribly fancy, just really good basic fresh ground, hand-formed, charbroiled burgers. I like my burgers rare, and this is one of only a few...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/06/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
really the best/cheapest greek restaraunt in the city or suburbs! dont sleep on the burgers though.
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2005
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The "Gyros"....whether as a sandwich or as a platter....is the best anywhere !!! Wonderful and comfortable family atmosphere. Parking may be a problem...but is well worth the trouble.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/18/2002
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do you want gyros on that?
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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i love this place! the food is fantastic. they have by far the best feta cheese i have ever had anywhere...
chicagoreader.com - user review
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south evanston is home to this long-standing, no-frills greek diner that continues to draw local crowds. service is usually quick, and carryout is also popular; choose from a brief menu that includes...
chicagoreader.com - user review
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i love cross rhodes- the greek salad, the gyros meat, and the fries are all fabulous! the chocolate cake is some of the best i've ever had. i just wish the guy that runs the door/cash register would lighten...
metromix.com - user review
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great greek eats on the cheap define this notable evanston establishment that serves up the likes of pork tenderloin shishkabob skewers and beef and lamb gyros for a song. try the mousaka with chicken or...
10best.com - user review
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the company i work for introduced me to cross rhodes and ever since then i cant stay away. the food is excellent..............
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