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Long overdue review however I need to share my amazing experience.
My family was visiting me and it was their first time im Chicago. We walked in with a group of 9. The kids were excited for delicious home-style food while the adults were grateful for enough seating for all.
Upon arriving, Alexia was SO helpful in explaining all of the menu items that we had questions about. She helped me get my order through quickly so we could start feeding the kids. My parents and Grandma also loved their choice meal.
The music was such a vibe too. Cozy enough to relax from the cold but upbeat/friendly enough that my nephew couldn’t help but dance from pure joy. Dani was amazing too bc she spoke our native tongue ESPAÑOL.
Y’all went above and beyond with the desserts as well. THANK YOU/GRACIAS from the bottom of my heart. I needed a meal like that after a long weekend. I will DEFINITELY come back when I’m back in Chicago for a visit! (Mb I forgot how to say Thx in Ελληνικά)
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.11
Aldo, what a beautiful review — thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us! It means the world to know that Yaya Mas was part of your family's first Chicago experience, and that we could seat all 9 of you comfortably. Alexia truly goes above and beyond to make every guest feel welcome, and we’ll make sure she knows how much your family appreciated her. The music setting the right vibe and your nephew dancing is exactly the kind of moment we live for here. We’re proud to be the best Greek food in Lincoln Park, and we absolutely cannot wait to welcome you and your whole family back on your next visit — we’ll have a warm ‘ευχαριστώ’ ready for you!
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My friends and I came to Yaya's after a night out and were looking for clean, tasty food. The restaurant is welcoming with a nice atmosphere. David took my order for the Greek gyro and orange pie, which were absolutely delicious. The owner was also very welcoming. I highly recommend Yaya's!
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Thank you so much for joining us after your night out, Amin! We love being the neighborhood gem on Sheffield that everyone turns to for a great late-night bite. We're so happy David took such wonderful care of you and that the Greek gyro and orange pie were a hit. That warm, welcoming atmosphere is something we take real pride in every single day. Come back soon - we'd love to see you and your friends again!
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The gyro plate is SO GOOD and the service was great, food was amazing and the wait staff was awesome. Alexia gave us great service and we will definitely go back!
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Mila, this made our day - thank you so much! Alexia is truly one of the best and we'll be sure to pass along your kind words. The gyro plate is a real labor of love, and we're so thrilled it delivered for you at Chicago's favorite gyro spot. Can't wait to welcome you back!
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This was such a cool find! Alexia was lovely and the food was delicious. Get the cheesecake baklava, it was phenomenal!
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Em, we're so thrilled you found us - welcome to the Yaya Mas family! Alexia is an absolute gem and she'll be so happy to hear you loved your visit. That cheesecake baklava is truly one of our proudest creations - you have excellent taste! We're proud to be the best Greek food in Lincoln Park, and guests like you remind us exactly why we do what we do every day. See you again soon!
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Alexia and the staff are awesome! Food is delicious!
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Pratik, thank you so much - this made us smile! Alexia and the whole team pour their hearts into every visit, and it truly means the world to hear it. Come find us at Sheffield Ave's hidden Greek gem anytime - we'll always have a seat waiting for you!
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David is the absolute best
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Paul, we couldn't agree more - David is truly one of a kind! He brings such warmth and care to every guest, and we're so lucky to have him on our team. You'll always find him and the whole crew ready to welcome you back at one of the top-rated Greek restaurants in Chicago. See you soon!
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our second time here, we usually come when we go to trader joe’s and their food has been consistently amazing! but beyond that we wanna come because Eliran & Dani checked on us three times while we sat and ate there. Thank you for taking good care of us
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Thank you so much for this, ismat - what a wonderful thing to have us become part of your Trader Joe's routine! Eliran and Dani are truly the heart of our team, and hearing that they checked in on you three times genuinely made our day. That kind of personal attention is exactly what we strive for with every guest. We're so grateful for your loyalty and can't wait to welcome you back - this is authentic Greek cuisine Chicago keeps coming back for!
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Food and service were absolutely fantastic. The portions were great and it tasted amazing. Eliran and Dani were super helpful. Everything we had was amazing. Will definitely be coming back.
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Alvaro, thank you so much for this wonderful review - it truly makes our day! Eliran and Dani are absolute stars on our team and we'll make sure they see this. Generous portions of fresh Greek flavors on Sheffield is exactly what we're all about, and we're so thrilled everything landed perfectly for you. We can't wait to have you back - see you soon!
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Food was delicious. Eliran was fantastic!
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Thank you so much, Jacks — we’re so glad the food hit the spot and that Eliran made your visit extra special! He truly has a gift for making every guest feel welcome, and we love hearing when that comes through. We hope to see you back soon at our neighborhood gem on Sheffield!
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This restaurant is INCREDIBLE. The people are so kind and welcoming and made us feel at home! They even gave us a complimentary beverage as we were there super late. You can tell that they care about what they do. The food is also AMAZING!!! David is so kind and helpful. He was so fun to talk to and was able to answer all our questions. Go here ASAP you won’t regret it!!!
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Sonia, your kind words truly made our day — thank you so much for sharing them! We love that you felt right at home with us, because that genuine warmth is what Yaya Mas is all about. David is such a wonderful part of our team, and we’re so happy he took great care of you even at that late hour (complimentary drinks are always better with great company!). As the best Greek fast casual spot in Chicago, we pour our hearts into every dish and every guest experience. We hope to see you back very soon — you’re always welcome here!
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Found this place at 2am and got an amazing gyro experience. David was also very awesome friendly, and cooked delicious food. Will definitely be back.
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Jay, what a night — we're so glad you found us at 2am! David loves what he does, and it shows in every gyro he puts his heart into. We're proud to be Chicago's go-to Greek spot for late-night cravings, and we cannot wait to see you back soon!
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David was amazing in serving. Food was great!!!
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Felix, we're so glad David made your visit so memorable — he's a real gem on our team! Hearing that the food was great too makes it even better. We'd love to see you back soon at Lincoln Park's best Greek kitchen.
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#yayamas #greekfood #bestGreekfoodChicago
Best Greek place I've been to in years! Spanakopita is a must have. Gyro plate was delicious. 10/10
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Thank you so much, Charlie — that 10/10 made our whole team smile! Spanakopita and the gyro plate are two of our absolute favorites, so it's wonderful to hear they hit the mark for you. We're proud to be your neighborhood gem on Sheffield, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable visit!
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Alexia was the best. Great service, food was excellent. Went to have dinner after a fight event. We ordered spankopita, saganaki and gyros. Great food. Would recommend.
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
JD, thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled Alexia made your post-fight dinner extra special — she truly brings the warmth and energy that makes Yaya Mas feel like home. Spanakopita, saganaki, and gyros is an unbeatable spread, and we're so happy everything hit the mark. We'd love to be your go-to spot for authentic Greek cuisine Chicago-style whenever you're back in the neighborhood!
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#yayamas #greekfood #bestGreekfoodChicago
Alexia was so nice and welcoming! Food came out quick and hot! Baklava cheesecake was delicious
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Thank you so much, Erin! We're thrilled Alexia made you feel so welcome — she truly embodies the warm hospitality we strive for every day. The Baklava cheesecake is one of our all-time favorites too, and we're so glad you enjoyed it! We hope to see you back soon at our neighborhood gem on Sheffield.
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Just finished one of the best gyros with a side of saganaki I’ve had in a long time! Food was great, everything came out quickly and Alexia was great to work with. I definitely recommend their tea’s as well.
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Thank you, Christos! Hearing that our gyros and saganaki are among the best you've had in a long time is exactly the kind of feedback that makes our whole team's day. Alexia is a true gem and we're so proud to have her welcoming every guest with that same warmth. And yes — the teas are absolutely worth the recommendation! We'd love to be Chicago's go-to Greek spot for your next craving, so come back and see us soon.
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The Saganaki and Chicken Gyro were amazing! Brought me back to being in Greece! And Alexia was super helpful and freindly!
Reply from YaYa Mas
2026.05.10
Efharisto, Evan! Bringing you back to Greece with our Saganaki and Chicken Gyro is truly the highest compliment we could receive — that feeling of authentic Greek warmth is exactly what we aim for with every dish. Alexia is wonderful and we're so proud of the hospitality she brings to every visit. Come back whenever you need that authentic Greek cuisine Chicago experience — we'll always be here for you!
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