2026 October Luncheon
This month we will be honoring and dining at our Restaurant of the Year:
Avli Taverna
Corner of Wrightwood and Wayne (one block east of Southport)
About Avli
Our Core Mission
Creative Greek restaurants in Chicago & Milwaukee where tradition meets contemporary elegance and guests experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Kefi (joy), and Meraki (passion). We welcome you in to live and enjoy life through our classic and contemporary Greek dishes, lively beverage program, and an ambiance that reflects life in Greece.
A Quick History Lesson
Louie Alexakis, the managing partner of Avli–founded in 2009 in Winnetka, grew up in the hospitality industry working for his parents, who fun fact–owned a chain of hot dog stands in the Chicago Park District for over 50 years. After decades of travel and finding success at Avli Winnetka, Louie teamed up with partner and Chicago sportscaster Lou Canellis to bring contemporary Greek cuisine to Chicago with the opening of Avli Taverna in 2018.
Four years, three Chicago concepts, and one Milwaukee restaurant later, the group is excited to continue expanding their vision of contemporary Greek.
Parking:
Street parking is available generally within a block of the restaurant.
Family Style Menu:
Starters:
Greek Salad
Spanakopita
Mains:
Shrimp Souvlaki
Moussaka
Oven roasted potatoes
Dessert:
Chocolate Mosaic Bites
Networking begins at 11am and lunch will be served at Noon. Please rsvp to me by Friday 10/16 to reserve your spot at the table!
Our Member Show Case will be presented by our newest member, Solomon Abdella with Chesterfield Awning.
Best
Terry Gibbs
Gibbs and Associates Inc.
