Nick's Drive-In Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Nick's Drive-In, a beloved staple in Chicago’s culinary scene, renowned for its authentic approach to comfort food. Located at 7216 N Harlem Ave, this family-run establishment serves up a menu brimming with delicious options that emphasize quality and flavor.
Kick off your meal with mouthwatering appetizers like crispy French fries, savory mozzarella sticks, or their irresistible jalapeño poppers. The gyros are a standout here—tender, homemade, and generously piled on soft pita bread, they're a hit among locals. Pair your gyros with crispy fries or a refreshing Greek salad for a well-rounded meal.
Customer favorites like the BBQ chicken showcase not only the excellent cooking but also the warm, friendly service that creates a welcoming atmosphere. With a rich array of items that satisfy every craving, Nick's Drive-In is more than just a restaurant; it’s a cozy retreat for food lovers in Chicago.
Appetizers
French Fries
Crispy, golden potato fries, lightly salted for a simple and satisfying start to your meal.
Cheese Fries
Crispy golden fries topped with melted cheddar cheese.
Curly Fries
Crisp, spiraled potatoes with a perfect blend of seasoning.
Chicken Nuggets
6 pieces with small fry and BBQ sauce.
Chicken Tenders
Crispy, seasoned chicken strips that are perfect for dipping.
Mushrooms
Savor our selection of finely seasoned, freshly picked mushrooms.
Mozzarella Sticks
Crispy breaded mozzarella sticks served with tangy marinara sauce.
Hot Bite - Poppers
Breaded jalapeños filled with cream cheese, deep-fried until golden.
Onions Rings
Crispy golden onion rings with a crunchy exterior and tender interior.
Pizza Puff
Baked Potato
Perfectly baked, fluffy potato with a crisp skin
Cheese Cup
A side of melted cheese, typically served as a dip.
Greek Salad
A mix of crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, Kalamata olives, tangy pepperoncini, and a generous block of feta cheese.
Greek Salad With Gyros Meat
Todd's special.
Caesar Salad
Classic Caesar salad with crisp romaine, parmesan, croutons, and signature Caesar dressing.
Chicken Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine, tender grilled chicken, shaved Parmesan, and croutons, all drizzled with classic Caesar dressing.
Small Side Salad
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a selection of cheeses, typically dressed with a light vinaigrette.
Greek Salad With Chicken
Crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, cucumber slices, Kalamata olives, and grilled chicken strips, topped with feta cheese.
Salads
Our Famous Gyros
Gyros Sandwich
Our famous homemade gyros of thinly sliced lamb and beef piled on a pita bread, topped with our homemade tzatziki sauce, onions and tomatoes.
Gyros Plate
A larger portion of our homemade gyros, onions, tomatoes and our homemade tzatziki sauce served open-faced with a side of fries.
Gyros Deluxe Plate
The largest portion of our homemade gyros, pita bread, onions, tomatoes, and our homemade tzatziki sauce.
Pita Bread
Soft and fluffy pita bread, perfect for wrapping or dipping.
Chicken Kabob Sandwich
Grilled chicken, typically served on a bun with onions, tomatoes, and a spread, reflecting the essence of kabob-style preparation.
Chicken Kabob Plate
Two kabobs, pita bread served with a side salad, and your choice of fries or baked potato. Greek potatoes when available.
Kabobs
Burgers and More Sandwiches
1/3 Lb. Angus Burger
1/3 lb. Angus beef patty with choice of meat temperature from rare to well done.
1/3 Lb. Angus Burger With Cheese
1/3 lb. Angus, choice of cheese, with options for meat temperature from well done to rare.
Hamburger
1/4.
Double Hamburger
2-1/4 Lb.
Triple Hamburger
3-1/4 Lb.
Cheeseburger
1/4 Lb.
Double Cheeseburger
2-1/4 Lb.
Triple Cheeseburger
3-1/4 Lb.
Turkey Hamburger
Ground turkey patty served with lettuce, tomato, and onion on a bun, typically includes a complementary sauce.
Bacon
Crispy thick-cut, smoked to perfection.
Corned Beef Sandwich
Sliced corned beef on rye bread, typically includes mustard.
Reuben Sandwich
Corned beef, swiss cheese, and sauerkraut, typically paired with Thousand Island dressing on grilled rye bread.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Golden, melted cheese nestled between buttery, toasted slices of bread.
Patty Melt
Patty Melt: Grilled cheese meets burger, customizable meat temperature from well done to rare.
Bratwurst
Mustard, onion
Philly Steak
Served on Italian bread topped with mozzarella cheese, grilled onions and peppers.
Skirt Steak Sandwich
Skirt steak served on a sandwich with complementary ingredients such as onions, lettuce, and tomato, typically paired with a savory sauce on bread.
Hot Dog
Vienna hot dog. Mustard, onion, relish, pickle, tomato, sports peppers
Double Hot Dog
Vienna hot dog. Mustard, onion, relish, pickle, tomato, sports peppers
Chili Dog
All beef hot dog topped with house-made chili and optionally garnished with onions and shredded cheese on a bun.
Double Chili Dog
Two Vienna hot dogs topped with homemade chili, typically includes a toasted bun.
Jumbo Hot Dog
Mustard, onion, relish, pickle, tomato, sports peppers
Polish Sausage
Mustard, onion, relish, pickle, tomato, sports peppers
Double Polish Sausage
Mustard, onion, relish, pickle, tomato, sports peppers
Chili/Cheese Dog
Vienna hot dog topped with chili and melted cheese, often accompanied by diced onions.
Double Chili/Cheese Dog
Two Vienna hot dogs topped with chili and melted cheese, often garnished with onions.
Bratwurst
Mustard, onion
Vienna Hot Dogs and Sausages
Italian Sandwiches
Italian Beef Sandwich
Choice of sweet or giardiniera peppers.
Cheesy Italian Beef Sandwich
Choice of sweet or giardiniera peppers.
BBQ Italian Beef Sandwich
Sliced Italian beef topped with BBQ sauce, typically served on a hoagie bun, often accompanied by a flavorful au jus.
Italian Sausage Sandwich
Choice of sweet or giardiniera peppers.
Double Italian Sausage Sandwich
Choice of sweet or giardiniera peppers.
Combo Italian Beef And Sausage Sandwich
Choice of sweet or giardiniera peppers.
Chicken Breast Sandwich
Lettuce, tomatoes, mayonnaise and a pickle.
Breaded Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Breaded spicy chicken breast, typically includes lettuce and mayonnaise, served on a toasted bun.
Chicken Kabob Sandwich
Marinated chicken breast, grilled and served on toasted bread with onions, tomatoes, lettuce, and a robust sauce.
Chicken Kabob Plate
Includes two kabobs, pita bread, homemade tzatziki sauce, side salad and your choice of fries or baked potato or Greek potatoes.
1/2 Chicken
Greek, BBQ or plain. Includes garlic bread and coleslaw, with a choice of fries or baked potato or Greek potatoes.
Whole Chicken
Greek, BBQ or plain. Includes garlic bread and coleslaw, with a choice of fries or baked potato or Greek potatoes.
Chicken Wings
6 pieces. Buffalo, BBQ or plain.
1/2 Ribs
Includes garlic bread and coleslaw, with a choice of fries or baked potato or Greek potatoes.
Whole Ribs
Includes garlic bread and coleslaw, with a choice of fries or baked potato or Greek potatoes.
Rib Tips
Includes garlic bread and coleslaw, with a choice of fries or baked potato or Greek potatoes.
Chicken and Ribs
Fish
Fish Sandwich
Tarter sauce, lettuce, tomato, pickle
Fish Sandwich With Cheese
Tarter sauce, lettuce, tomato, pickle
Shrimp Plate
Shrimp, side salad, fries and garlic bread.
Fish And Chips
3 pieces of cod fish, side salad, fries and garlic bread.
Salmon Burger
Salmon patty on a bun, topped with lettuce, tomato and tartar sauce.
Veggie Burger
A hearty vegetable-based patty accompanied by lettuce, tomato, and a variety of condiments on a toasted bun.
Beyond Burger
Plant-based patty served with lettuce, tomato, onions, and pickles on a toasted bun.
Grilled Cheese
Cheesy delight on toasted bread, perfect for those craving a classic comfort food.
Pepper And Egg
Scrambled eggs combined with sautéed peppers, typically served as a hearty filling for a sandwich.
Vegetarian / Meatless
Desserts
Cup Of Ice Cream
Vanilla ice cream served in a cup.
Sundaes
Chocolate, strawberry, caramel, butterscotch toppings
Baklava
Delicious flaky dessert made with thin sheets of filo dough soaked in honey and layered with walnuts.
Chocolate Fudge Cake Slice
Slice.
Rice Pudding
Creamy, sweet pudding made with tender rice, and other spice
Oreo Cake Slice
Layers of rich chocolate cake with creamy filling, topped with crumbled Oreo cookies.
Smoothie
Strawberry, strawberry banana, wildberry or mango.
Shake
Chocolate, vanilla, strawberry,oreo, banana, pineapple, cherry, caramel, butterscotch, root beer
Boston Shake
Chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, banana, pineapple, cherry, caramel, butterscotch, oreo, root beer
Float And Soda
Root beer Coke
Soft Drink
Selection of soda in medium or large sizes. Options include Coke, Diet Coke, Dr Pepper, iced tea, lemonade, root beer, and Sprite.
Hot Chocolate
Smooth, rich chocolate drink, perfectly steamed to warm your soul.
Tea
A soothing blend of selected leaves for a calming sipping experience.
Coffee
Freshly brewed, aromatic blend to kick-start your day.
Beverages
Soup and Chili
Soup Of The Day
Our soup of the day, freshly prepared, features a rotating selection of flavors. Please inquire for today's variety.
Chili Cup
With beans.
Baklava
Delicious flaky dessert made with thin sheets of filo dough soaked in honey and layered with walnuts.
Spanakopita (Spinach Pie)
A Greek pie with layers of filo dough and a filling of seasoned spinach and feta cheese.
Rice Pudding
Creamy, sweet pudding made with tender rice, and other spice
Greek Potatoes
Potatoes seasoned with a blend of Greek herbs, typically including oregano, and often finished with a touch of olive oil and lemon.