Dinner before a show at Allstate Arena and the Rosemont Theatre
Getting to the show from Nisi, when to book, where to park and what to order before a 7:30 or 8 PM curtain.
Nisi Greek Grill is at 5509 Park Place in Parkway Bank Park, Rosemont's entertainment district, near Allstate Arena and the Rosemont Theatre. Dinner starts at 4 PM every night, which leaves time for dinner before a 7:30 or 8 PM show.
Getting from Nisi to the show
The Rosemont Theatre is across Parkway Bank Park from Nisi, under half a mile and less than 10 minutes on foot.
Allstate Arena is about three miles north, too far to walk. It is about a 10-minute drive without traffic; allow more time on event nights.
When to book
Reservations are on OpenTable. Tell us your curtain time when you book.
On weeknights, happy hour runs from 4 to 6 PM with Greek wine, cocktails and plates from the kitchen.
Parking
Nisi is in Parkway Bank Park, and the park's garage is open 24 hours. Parking is free with validation from any of the park's venues, Nisi included; without validation it is $20 per 24 hours. From O'Hare and I-90, take the River Road exit south about half a mile to Bryn Mawr Avenue, turn right and go two blocks; the garage entrance is on the left.
What to order before a show
- Spreads: tzatziki, hummus, spicy feta, taramosalata and skordalia, for the table.
- Saganaki, with lemon and sesame seed bread.
- Village salad: tomato, cucumber, red onion, feta, bell peppers, oregano and crispy capers.
- Souvlaki, chicken or pork, with rice, tzatziki and pickled onions.
- Octopus, with Greek potatoes, pickled red onions and a burnt lemon vinaigrette.
- Whole branzino, with blistered tomatoes and fennel salad.
The menu also has 16 oz paidakia (Australian lamb chops), USDA Prime steaks and a 30 oz tomahawk. See the full menu.
Coming up at Allstate Arena and the Rosemont Theatre
At Allstate Arena: the Jonas Brothers on Thursday, October 22 at 7:30 PM; Maná on Friday, October 30 at 8 PM; Zac Brown Band on Saturday, November 21 at 7 PM; Jingle Ball on Monday, December 7 at 7 PM; and Trans-Siberian Orchestra on Wednesday, December 23 at 2:45 and 8 PM. The Chicago Wolves play home games most weekends, most Saturdays at 7 PM and most Sundays at 3 PM.
At the Rosemont Theatre: Menudo 50 on Friday, October 23; Grupo Niche on Friday, October 30; Arcángel on Saturday, October 31; Pedro Fernández on Friday, November 6; and Pimpinela on Sunday, November 15, all at 8 PM. The Nutcracker plays Sunday, December 6 at 2 and 6 PM.
Dates and times are from the Allstate Arena calendar and the Rosemont Theatre calendar. Check them before you go.
Questions
What time does Nisi open?
Dinner starts at 4 PM every night. Nisi is open until 9 PM Sunday through Thursday and until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday.
How far is Nisi from the Rosemont Theatre?
Under half a mile, across Parkway Bank Park: less than 10 minutes on foot.
How do I get from Nisi to Allstate Arena?
Allstate Arena is about three miles north of Nisi, about a 10-minute drive without traffic. Allow extra time on event nights.
Do I need a reservation before a show?
Reservations are on OpenTable. Tell us your curtain time when you book.
Where do I park?
In the Parkway Bank Park garage, open 24 hours. Parking is free with validation from Nisi; without it, $20 per 24 hours.
Is there a happy hour?
Yes. Happy hour runs Monday to Friday from 4 to 6 PM.
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