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Lincoln Square Lounge Decatur’s 1st Liquor License! (4th in the State of Illinois) The BEST Gyros, Great Burgers, Flaming Cheese, Horseshoes, Fries & Fun.
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See why we have 93 years of serving our community and visitors. After the repeal of prohibition in 1933, Greek immigrant Angelo Chiligiris was issued the first liquor license in Decatur and started the Lincoln Square Tavern. In those days, Lincoln Square was the central hub of Decatur’s social and business district. Angelo is fondly remembered for operating a respectable establishment where his patrons would gather to relax and discuss local affairs. Over the years, Angelo’s son Jim Chiligiris and nephew George Chiligiris joined him in operating the Lincoln Lounge. Jim and George were partners for more than 35 years, and in the early 1980s, they expanded the Lounge into a full service restaurant. The two partners worked together to continue the Lincoln’s inviting atmosphere while introducing authentic Greek cuisine to Decatur, including their now famous gyro sandwiches. George Chiligiris’s two sons Christopher and Kostaki then operated the establishment for the following 10 years. Today, Angelo’s grandson Andrew and the staff welcome you to the newly remodeled Lincoln Lounge. As the third generation of the Chiligiris family to operate this establishment, we strive to uphold the honored traditions of our fathers and forefathers. Please let us know if we may do anything to improve your social and dining experience.

“Insert dirty joke here”Laughs silently Happy heavenly birthday, Chris. We miss you. ❤️
10/05/2026

“Insert dirty joke here”

Laughs silently

Happy heavenly birthday, Chris. We miss you. ❤️

Jim Bolen is officially on duty. Every Sunday 10-2. Late night football, pizza & gaming!!
10/05/2026

Jim Bolen is officially on duty. Every Sunday 10-2. Late night football, pizza & gaming!!

OPA!! 🇬🇷
10/02/2026

OPA!! 🇬🇷

Special: Greek pasta salad 🇬🇷😋
10/01/2026

Special: Greek pasta salad 🇬🇷😋

🍻🍹🍸🥂🥃
09/29/2026

🍻🍹🍸🥂🥃

Best late night cocktails!
09/26/2026

Best late night cocktails!

Our side salads hitttttt 😋🥗
09/24/2026

Our side salads hitttttt 😋🥗

Wednesday calls for wings at the Lincoln Lounge! 🍗🔥 Which are you dipping them in—ranch or bleu cheese?
09/23/2026

Wednesday calls for wings at the Lincoln Lounge! 🍗🔥

Which are you dipping them in—ranch or bleu cheese?

Lunch plans? We’ve got you covered! 😋 Stop by the Lincoln Lounge and try our Gyro Pony Shoe—loaded with gyro meat, fries...
09/22/2026

Lunch plans? We’ve got you covered! 😋 Stop by the Lincoln Lounge and try our Gyro Pony Shoe—loaded with gyro meat, fries, tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, feta and a pepperoncini!

OPA! 🇬🇷

Late. Night. Pizza. Every Day. Fresh!!
09/20/2026

Late. Night. Pizza.

Every Day.

Fresh!!

Address

121 N Main Street
Decatur, IL
62523

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 12am
Tuesday 11am - 12am
Wednesday 11am - 12am
Thursday 11am - 12am
Friday 11am - 2am
Saturday 11am - 2am
Sunday 11am - 12am

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