Nicky's of Beverly

Nicky's of Beverly is a Chicago street food and burger restaurant located at 10500 South Western Avenue in Beverly. Since opening its current location in January 2021, it has served flame-grilled burgers, loaded Chicago dogs, fresh salads, and plant-based options alongside craft cocktails and local beers. The business is family-owned by Paul Kostopanagiotou and features two outdoor patios, live music, and a rotating selection of artisanal Zarlengo's gelato.

The restaurant uses Certified Angus Beef for burgers, Vienna Beef hot dogs, and Beyond Meat for plant-based options. They also serve fresh-baked bread from Il Mulino Di Valenzano Bakery, housemade tzatziki, and locally sourced lamb for gyros. Every order is made fresh with locally sourced and housemade ingredients to ensure quality.

Happy hour runs from 4 to 7 pm Monday through Friday with discounted craft beer and cocktails. On Saturdays and Sundays, $5 mimosas are available all day. The venue also offers a curated selection of wine that pairs with the food menu.

The 2,156 square foot location was designed by award-winning architect Joe Carroll and features five shipping containers built into the original property. This unique expansion allowed for a bright, vibrant design with neon lights and mural artwork created by local artists.

The space showcases live music from neighborhood talent on a dedicated stage and also hosts events on the patio on Tuesdays. The venue partners with a variety of talented local musicians and fills its walls with murals from incredible local artists.

From crave-worthy apps to hearty entrees, the menu includes Beyond Meat items for plant-based friends. The restaurant also offers creamy coconut-milk gelato and a rotating selection of classic and seasonal flavors at the gelato bar.

Guests can order through the website for pickup or delivery, or by calling the business phone number at +1 773-233-3072. The restaurant also provides pickup and delivery ordering directly through their platform.

The restaurant is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm, and Sunday from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm. It remains closed on major holidays including New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

Some users on Reddit mentioned enjoying Mexican street corn bites, Cuban eggrolls, mother stole one, crabcake eggrolls, and the pizza puff. These items were part of a meal that included a bunch of sides for a full dining experience.

Reviewers noted that the staff is always nice, helpful with questions, and patient regardless of how many inquiries are asked. The ultimate place for a great old school Gyro and Chicken Gyro is also frequently mentioned as a strong point.

The restaurant serves small-batch Zarlengo's gelato, which is made locally and offered in a rotating selection of classic and seasonal flavors. Guests can try it in a boozy shake or enjoy it as a standalone dessert.

The architect Joe Carroll became the winner of a 2021 ALA Design Merit Award for the unique design of the restaurant. The ingenuity of the design led to the creation of a space filled with murals and vibrant colors.

The venue offers local and seasonal craft beers on tap, plus a curated selection of wine. These drinks are intended to pair perfectly with anything on the menu, including the flame-grilled burgers and loaded Chicago dogs.

The Beverly location features two outdoor patios equipped with string lights, fire pits, and lush greenery. These expansive patios are described as the perfect outdoor oasis to unwind with family and friends.

One reviewer stated that the food is done RIGHT and that it is the ultimate place for a great old school Gyro. They noted that they have tried almost every meal and enjoyed them all.