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Lunch
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7.99 each • served with pita • add crudité: 2.99-
Tzatziki
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Spicy Feta
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Hummus
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Tarama
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The Breads And Spreads
tzatziki, spicy feta, hummus, tarama • served with local vegetable crudité, warm pita, lavash crisp
$25.99
Mezze
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Chilled Oysters
half dozen $18.99
dozen $36.99
gluten free
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Rock Shrimp & Feta*
tomato, ouzo, garlic, oregano, 60 second pita
$18.99
gluten free
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Grilled Meatballs
smoked yogurt, tomato, mint
$17.99
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Crispy Zucchini & Eggplant
tzatziki, smoked paprika
$15.99
vegetarian
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Spanakopitakia
spinach, feta, crispy phyllo
$16.99
vegetarian
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Hummus & Charred Beets
60 second pita, pomegranate, toasted pine nuts
$16.99
vegetarian
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Charred Octopus*
charred cipollini onion, fresno chiles, kalamata olive relish
$26.99
gluten free
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Saganaki
kasseri cheese, ouzo, lemon, oregano
$14.99
vegetarian
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Crispy Calamari
caper tartar sauce, lemon, smoked paprika
$18.99
Soupa & Salata
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Avgolemono Soup
roasted chicken broth, dill, rice, lemon egg sauce
$8.99
gluten free
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Horiatiki
vine ripened tomatoes, cucumber, barrel aged feta, red onion, fresh oregano, capers
$17.99
gluten free, vegetarian
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Violi Chopped
little gem lettuce, cherry tomatoes, barrel aged feta, cucumber, roasted red pepper, crispy chickpeas
$16.99
gluten free, vegetarian
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Add a Protein
chicken $7.99
steak $12.99
shrimp $9.99
2-Course Lunch
25. per person-
First Course
choice of • horiatiki • avgolemono soup • spanakopitakia • grilled meatballs
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Second Course
choice of: • grilled chicken gyro • roasted lamb gyro* • grilled shrimp souvlaki* • violi chopped salad with grilled chicken
Souvlaki
(noun, singular: souvlaki) 1. a traditional Greek dish comprised of grilled meat on a skewer • served with basmati rice, charred tomato, and tzatziki-
Grilled Shrimp*
$24.99
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Chicken Thigh
$21.99
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Halloumi
$18.99
vegetarian
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Grilled Lamb
$26.99
Handhelds
served with Greek fries-
Violi Burger
florina pepper sauce, barrel aged feta, house pickles
$17.99
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Slow Roasted Gyro
tzatziki, vine ripened tomato, cucumber, red onion, house pita • choice of: chicken or lamb
$18.99
Mains
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Wild Alaskan Halibut
skordalia, marinated spinach, ladolemono
$42.99
gluten free
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Roasted Half Chicken
confit garlic, crispy potatoes, ladolemono
$29.99
gluten free
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Grilled Lamb Chops*
charred eggplant salata, sumac, smoked salt
half $28.99
full $51.99
gluten free
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Mediterranean Branzino*
served tableside with saffron ladolemono & charred lemon
MP
gluten free
Sides
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Greek Fries
ladolemono, feta yogurt
$9.99
vegetarian
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Roasted Mushrooms
crispy halloumi, lemon, oregano, garlic oil
$13.99
vegetarian
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Charred Broccolini
garlic oil, lemon, oregano
$11.99
gluten free, vegetarian
*Advisory: The consumption of raw or undercooked food such as meat, poultry, fish, shellfish, or eggs, which can contain harmful bacteria, may cause serious illness. Individuals with certain health conditions may be at higher risk if these foods are consumed raw or undercooked.
Dinner
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7.99 each • served with pita • add crudité: 2.99-
Tzatziki
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Spicy Feta
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Hummus
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Tarama
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The Breads and Spreads
tzatziki, spicy feta, hummus, tarama • served with local vegetable crudité, warm pita, lavash crisp
$25.99
Mezze
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Chilled Oysters
half dozen $18.99
dozen $36.99
gluten free
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Rock Shrimp & Feta*
tomato, ouzo, garlic, oregano, 60 second pita
$18.99
gluten free
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Grilled Meatballs
smoked yogurt, tomato, mint
$17.99
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Crispy Zucchini & Eggplant
tzatziki, smoked paprika
$15.99
vegetarian
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Spanakopitakia
spinach, feta, crispy phyllo
$16.99
vegetarian
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Hummus & Charred Beets
60 second pita, pomegranate, toasted pine nuts
$16.99
vegetarian
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Charred Octopus*
charred cipollini onion, fresno chiles, kalamata olive relish
$26.99
gluten free
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Saganaki
kasseri cheese, ouzo, lemon, oregano
$14.99
vegetarian
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Calamari
caper tartar sauce, lemon, smoked paprika
$18.99
$1 from each sold throughout September will be donated to the Greater Chicago Food Depository in honor of Hunger Action Month.
Soupa & Salata
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Avgolemono Soup
roasted chicken broth, dill, rice, lemon egg sauce
$8.99
gluten free
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Horiatiki
vine ripened tomatoes, cucumber, barrel aged feta, red onion, fresh oregano, capers
$17.99
gluten free, vegetarian
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Violi Chopped
little gem lettuce, cherry tomatoes, barrel aged feta, cucumber, roasted red pepper, crispy chickpeas
$16.99
gluten free, vegetarian
Souvlaki
(noun, singular: souvlaki) 1. a traditional Greek dish comprised of grilled meat on a skewer • served with basmati rice, charred tomato, and tzatziki-
Grilled Shrimp
$24.99
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Chicken Thigh
$21.99
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Grilled Lamb
$26.99
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Wagyu Beef*
$44.99
Pasta
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Seafood Linguini
prawns, calamari, bay scallop, lobster bisque
$36.99
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Deconstructed Pastitsio
short rib ragu, graviera béchamel, black truffle
$26.99
Mains
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Roasted Half Chicken
confit garlic, crispy potatoes, ladolemono
$29.99
gluten free
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Mediterranean Branzino*
served tableside with saffron ladolemono & charred lemon
MP
gluten free
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Cast Iron Moussaka*
beef ragu, baby potatoes, eggplant, graviera béchamel
$26.99
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Charred Filet Mignon
crispy Greek frites, garlic, oregano, myzithra cheese
$49.99
gluten free
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Wild Alaskan Halibut
skordalia, marinated spinach, ladolemono
$42.99
gluten free
Lamb
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Grilled Lamb Chops*
charred eggplant salata, sumac, smoked salt
$51.99
gluten free
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Slow Roasted Lamb Gyros*
vine ripened tomato, tzatziki, sumac onions, pita
$36.99
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Lamb Shank Yiouvetsi
orzo, braised tomato, shaved mizithra cheese, lamb jus
$39.99
Sides
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Greek Fries
ladolemono, feta yogurt
$9.99
vegetarian
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Roasted Mushrooms
crispy halloumi, lemon, oregano, garlic oil
$13.99
vegetarian
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Charred Broccolini
garlic oil, lemon, oregano
$11.99
gluten free, vegetarian
*Advisory: The consumption of raw or undercooked food such as meat, poultry, fish, shellfish, or eggs, which can contain harmful bacteria, may cause serious illness. Individuals with certain health conditions may be at higher risk if these foods are consumed raw or undercooked.
Drinks
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Bubbles
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Avissi Prosecco, Veneto, Italy NV
honeysuckle, pear, apple
glass $9.99
bottle $39.99
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Kir-Yianni, Akakies, Sparkling Rosé, Amyndeon, Greece ‘23
ripe strawberry, cherry, elegant
glass $17.99
bottle $71.99
White
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Mylonas Assyrtiko, Attiki, Greece ‘23
fruity, herbaceous, minerality
glass $13.99
bottle $55.99
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Alpha Estate, Sauvignon Blanc, Amyndeon, Greece ‘24
crisp, passion fruit, melon
glass $15.99
bottle $63.99
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Lapis Luna, Chardonnay, North Coast, California ‘22
white peach, lemon, nectarine
glass $16.99
bottle $67.99
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Loveblock, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand ‘23
ripe peach, pineapple, grapefruit
glass $17.99
bottle $71.99
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Josef Drathen Riesling, Mosel, Germany ‘22
ripe apples, crisp, slightly sweet
glass $11.99
bottle $47.99
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Daisy, Pinot Grigio, Columbia Valley, Washington ‘23
summer flowers, lychee, crisp finish
glass $13.99
bottle $55.99
Rosé
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Zoe Rosé, Peloponesse, Greece ‘24
strawberry, raspberry, watermelon
glass $12.99
bottle $51.99
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Bieler Bandol Rosé, Bandol, France ‘23
white tea, white cherry, rose petal
glass $18.99
bottle $75.99
Red
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Gai’a Estate, ‘Notios’ Agiorgitiko, Nemea, Greece ‘23
black cherry, violet, smooth finish
glass $13.99
bottle $55.99
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Thymiopoulos, Young Vines, Xinomavro, Naoussa, Greece ‘23
cherry, floral, spicy
glass $15.99
bottle $63.99
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Kir-Yianni, The Fallen Oak, Xinomavro/Merlot/Syrah, Naoussa, Greece ‘21
red fruit, coffee, cocoa
glass $16.99
bottle $67.99
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Columbia Crest ‘Founders Series’ Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Washington ‘21
dark red fruit, toasted vanilla, lush finish
glass $17.99
bottle $71.99
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Cusumano, Nero d’Avola, Sicily, Italy ‘22
plum, spice notes, structured
glass $11.99
bottle $47.99
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William Hill Estate Winery, Pinot Noir, Napa Valley, California ‘23
black cherry, raspberry, plum
glass $14.99
bottle $59.99
Cocktails
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Mykonos Spritz
grey goose strawberry & lemongrass, orange liqueur, strawberry, lemon, brut
$15.99
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The Violi Martini
olive oil washed absolut, olive juice, feta blue cheese olives
$16.99
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Frésko
malfy, mastiha, lime, cucumber
$15.99
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Pyros
olmeca altos tequila, stirrings peach liqueur, lime, roasted habanero
$14.99
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Lemóni Spritz
haku vodka, house-made limoncello, brut
$15.99
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Tripoli
creyente mezcal, aperol apertivo, watermelon, lime
$14.99
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Aphrodite
patron silver, blood orange liqueur, pistachio, lemon
$16.99
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Medusa’s Mule
hangar one vodka, blueberry, mint, lime, tropical ginger beer
$14.99
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1821 Old Fashioned
tin cup bourbon, island spiced cinnamon, angostura bitters, orange bitters
$15.99
Classic Cocktails
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Cadill Ac Margarita
cazadores reposado, orange liqueur, lime
$15.99
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Grey Hound
stray dog gin, grapefruit
$15.99
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French 75
roku gin, lemon, prosecco
$15.99
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Gold Rush
pendleton whisky, lemon, honey
$14.99
Non-Alcoholic
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French 94
seedlip 94, strawberry, lemon, mint
$12.99
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Moúro
blueberry, lemon, amarena cherries
$8.99
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Mango Mule-Ish
mango, lime, ginger beer
$8.99
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Cypress
seedlip 94, pineapple, lime, ginger
$13.99
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Pseudo Hugo
giffard elderflower non-alcoholic, peach purée, lime, mint
$14.99
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Giesen Sauvignon Blanc Zero, Alcohol-Removed NV
glass $12.99
bottle $51.99
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Giesen Premium Red Zero, Alcohol-Removed NV
glass $12.99
bottle $51.99
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Mionetto Prosecco Zero, Alcohol-Removed NV
$11.99
Beer
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Mythos Hellenic Lager
$8.49
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Corona Premier
$7.99
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Yuengling Lager
$6.99
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Stone IPA
$7.99
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Stella Artois
$7.99
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Miller Lite
$6.99
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Brew Dog Non-Alcoholic
$6.99
Elsewhere
White
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‘22 Lapis Luna, Chardonnay, North Coast, California
white peach, lemon, nectarine
$68
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‘23 Loveblock Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
ripe peach, pineapple, grapefruit
$72
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‘23 Terlato Pinot Grigio, Fruili, Italy
pear, almond, mineral
$72
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‘24 Josef Drathen Riesling, Mosel, Germany
ripe apples, crisp, slightly sweet
$48
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‘23 Daisy, Pinot Grigio, Columbia Valley, Washington
summer flowers, lychee, crisp finish
$56
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‘23 Freemark Abbey Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California
apple cobbler, crème brûlée, stone fruit
$90
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‘22 Jordan Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California
fuji apple, fresh pear, crisp
$90
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‘23 Matanzas Creek, Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County, California
nectarine, honeysuckle, white flowers
$70
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‘24 La Cana Albarino, Rias Baixas, Spain
citrus, stone fruit, crisp
$70
Bubbles
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NV Avissi Prosecco, Veneto, Italy
honeysuckle, pear, apple
$40
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‘23 Kir-Yianni, Akakies, Sparkling Rosé, Amyndeon, Greece
ripe strawberry, cherry, elegant
$72
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NV FRE N/A Sparkling Brut, California
green apple, pear, strawberry
$50
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NV Luc Belaire Rare, Sparkling Rosé, Burgundy, France
strawberry, red fruit, vibrant
$95
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NV Mumm Napa, Chardonnay | Pinot Noir Sparkling, Napa Valley, California
stone fruit, vanilla, lingering finish
$70
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NV Drappier Blanc de Blanc, Chardonnay, Champagne, France
dijon pear, crisp apples, almonds
$130
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NV Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut, Chardonnay, Champagne, Champagne, France
citrus, apples, vanilla
$275
Elsewhere
Red
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‘21 Columbia Crest ‘Founders Series’ Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Washington
dark red fruit, toasted vanilla, lush finish
$72
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‘22 Lote 44 Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
dark fruit, violet, oak
$48
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‘22 Cusumano, Nero d’Avola, Sicily, Italy
plum, spice notes, structured
$48
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‘22 Hartford Court, Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, California
cherry, raspberry, allspice
$90
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‘23 William Hill Estate Winery, Pinot Noir, Napa Valley, California
black cherry, raspberry, plum
$60
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‘22 Prisoner Red Blend, Napa Valley, California
fruit forward, chocolate-covered cherry, luscious finish
$100
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‘20 Muga Rioja Reserva, Rioja, Spain
blackberry, licorice, elegant tannins
$90
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‘20 Jordan Cabernet, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California
raspberry, blackberry, dried herbs
$130
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‘22 Fontanabianca Barbaresco DOCG, Piemonte, Italy
plum, cherry skin, full-bodied
$90
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‘21 Harvey & Harriet Red Blend, Paso Robles, California
blueberry, rhubarb, spicy vanilla
$80
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‘22 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California
cassis, oak, espresso
$210
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‘22 Chalk Hill Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon | Malbec Estate Red Blend, Napa Valley, California
black tea, leather, mocha
$130
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‘20 Louis Latour, Marsannay Rouge, Cote de Nuits, Burgundy, Franc
blackcurrant, spice, elegant tannins
$90
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‘22 Ponzi ‘Laurelwood’ Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon
cherry, sandalwood, blackberry
$105
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‘22 Shafer Vineyards, One Point Five, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California
black cherry, black plum, creme de cassis
$285
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‘22 Mount Veeder, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California
cedar, fig, black cherry
$160
Rosé
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‘24 Zoe Rosé, Peloponesse, Greece
lively, fresh strawberries, raspberries
$52
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‘23 Bieler Bandol Rosé, Bandol, France
white tea, white cherry, rose petal
$76
Greek
White
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‘23 Mylonas Assyrtiko, Attiki, Greece
fruity, herbaceous, minerality
$56
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‘24 Alpha Estate, Sauvignon Blanc, Amyndeon, Greece
crisp, passion fruit, melon
$64
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‘23 Domaine Skouras, Moscofilero, Peloponnese, Greece
honeysuckle, lime, refreshing
$55
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‘24 Alpha Estate, Turtles Vineyard, Malagouzia, Florina, Greece
rose petal, sweet spices, melon
$65
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‘21 Domaine Douloufakis, ‘Aspros Lagos,’ Vidiano, Crete, Greece
apricot, melon, velvety
$95
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‘22 Estate Argyros, Assyrtiko, Santorini, Greece
lemon, stone fruit, balanced minerality
$95
Red
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‘21 Alpha Estate, SMX Syrah | Merlot | Xinomavro Red Blend, Amydeon, Greece
dark fruit, spice, oak
$85
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‘23 Gai’a Estate, ‘Notios’ Agiorgitiko, Nemea, Greece
black cherry, violet, smooth finish
$56
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‘22 Domaine Skouras, Saint-George Agiorgitiko, Nemea, Greece
ripe fruit, plum, cherry
$75
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‘23 Semeli, Feast Agiorgitiko, Nemea, Greece
gooseberry, pomegranate, velvety finish
$52
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‘23 Thymiopoulos, Young Vines, Xinomavro, Naoussa, Greece
herry, floral, spicy
$64
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‘21 Kir-Yianni, ‘The Fallen Oak’, Xinomavro/Merlot/Syrah, Naoussa, Greece
red fruit, coffee, cocoa
$68
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‘21 Karavitakis, Little Prince, Kotsifali/Mandilari, Crete, Greece
cranberry, cherry, balsamic
$65
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‘18 Seméli, ‘Nemea Reserve’ Agiorgitiko, Nemea, Greece
red fruit, clove, oak
$85
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‘21 Domaine Skouras, ‘Megas Oenos,’ Agiorgitiko/Cabernet Sauvignon, Peloponnese, Greece
blackberry, cloves, robust
$97
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‘21 Kir-Yianni, ‘Cuvée Village,’ Xinomavro, Naoussa, Greece
red berries, clove, black pepper
$70
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‘20 Domaine Skouras, ‘Synoro’, Agiorgitiko/Cab Franc/Merlot, Nemea, Greece
deep color, jammy fruits, lasting complexity
$110
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‘18 Kir-Yianni Diaporos, Xinomavro, Macedonia, Greece
vanilla, chocolate, full-bodied
$145
Behind the wine
Wine is at the heart and soul of Greek gastronomical life. Since antiquity and up until the 17th century, Greece was considered the greatest source of fine wine in the world. Today modern Greek winemakers are again cultivating the ancient lands of their ancestors and taking advantage of the idyllic mountain and maritime ecosystems. Both the mainland and islands are home to over 250 ancient grape varieties. Greek wines are unique in their history. More importantly, they are balanced, have high acid and minerality, and are perfect when paired with the indigenous cuisine. They exemplify the tapestry of soils and climates that make Greece geographically perfect for wine making. Our team at Violí has deliberately curated the wine list to predominantly support artisanal producers and small farmers from the various regions of Greece. Enjoy, and as the Greeks say, Kali Orexi!
Boukia
8 ea-
Spanakopitakia
spinach, feta, crispy phyllo • 2pc
vegetarian
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Grilled Meatballs
smoked yogurt, tomato, mint • 2 pc
vegetarian
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Crispy Zucchini & Eggplant
tzatziki, smoked paprika
vegetarian
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Fried Halloumi & Honey
gluten free, vegetarian
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Crispy Calamari
caper tartar sauce, lemon, smoked paprika
$1.50 Fresh Oysters
chef’s selection, cocktail sauce and mignonetteHousemade Spreads
8 eachoice of:
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Tzatziki
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Spicy Feta
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Hummus
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Tarama
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Served with a choice of local vegetable crudité or 60 second pita
Sips
Classic Cocktails
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Martini
vodka or gin
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Espresso Martini
vanilla vodka, kahlua, espresso
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Cosmpolitian Martini
vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry, lime
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Old Fashioned
bourbon, demerara, bitters
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Paloma
blanco tequila, grapefruit, lime
Specialty Cocktails
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Pyros
olmeca altos tequila, stirrings peach liqueur, lime, roasted habanero
$14.99
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Lemóni Spritz
haku vodka, house-made limoncello, brut
$15.99
Zero Proof
9-
Moúro
blueberry, lavender, lemon, amarena cherries
Wine
9-
NV Avissi Prosecco, Veneto, Italy
honeysuckle, pear, apple
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‘24 Zoe Rosé, Peloponnese, Greece
lively, fresh strawberries, raspberries
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‘23 Gai’a Estate ‘Notios’ Agiorgitiko, Nemea, Greece
gooseberry, pomegranate, velvety finish
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Daisy, Pinot Grigio, Columbia Valley, Washington ‘23
summer flowers, lychee, crisp finish
glass $13.99
bottle $55.99
Dessert & After Dinner Drinks
Download PDFDessert
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Bougatsa
crispy pillows, cinnamon ice cream, semolina custard, honey caramel
$14.99
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Sokolatopita
dark chocolate cake, hazelnut praline, chocolate coffee custard, brown butter ice cream
$14.99
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Loukoumades
warm donuts, salted caramel, orange anglaise, honey, chocolate coffee custard
$12.99
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Portokalopita
orange syrup cake, white chocolate mousse, greek yogurt ice cream, crispy filo
$12.99
After Dinner Drinks
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Espresso Martini
vanilla vodka, espresso, kahlua, espresso
$14.99
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Port
sandeman 20-yr tawny port
$17.99
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Sherry
gonzalez byass 'noe' pedro ximenez 30-yr sherry
$21.99
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Vinsanto
santo vinsanto
$25.99
Coffee
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Espresso
$4.99
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Double Espresso
$5.99
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Freddo Espresso
$6.99
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Freddo Cappuccino
$6.99
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Americano
$5.99
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Latte
$6.99
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Cappuccino
$6.99
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Hot Tea
$4.99
Mains
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Chicken Tenders
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Steak Souvlaki
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Linguine with Meatball
choice of tomato sauce or butter
Sides
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Hummus and Carrots
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Grilled Broccolini
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French Fries
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Greek Yogurt with Honey
Dessert
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Scoop of Ice Cream
Drinks
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Orange Juice
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Cranberry Juice
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Coke
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Sprite
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Ginger Ale
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Lemonade
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Milk