I loved the experience. Our server was authentic Kurdish and graciously tolerated us peppering him with our questions about the people and the land. He tauvht us a few Kurdish words (our request). We sampled each others dish and everything was delicious. My son said the Kurdish coffee was delicious and very different from Turkish coffee. I got the lamb shank. YUM! Washrooms were spotless. We split the Kurdish bahklava because the rice pudding and apricot had been sold out but we were very pleased. Our hostess was very friendly and warm. She helped us to decide our choices. She was a lot of fun to talk to. A great place to meet friends or take a date. You could, but I would suggest not bringing small kids.
Sandra Sorrentino Bookhout
+5
Loved the atmosphere. Our server was excellent. We will be back to try more items on the menu. Portions were very generous. We had the appetizer sampler platter, stuffed chicken and salmon. Delicious!
A fantastic space with awesome 😎 staff thanks Fredy for being so nice. Food is delicious the breakfast for two is awesome. Eggs with Lamb! And the apricot preserves are divine.
Delicious brunch option compared to the classic American version. Highly recommend getting the Kurdish Brunch and just sit back and enjoy the show. The dipping sauces/jam/butter are amazing. The cheese sticks are a standout, and there’s a vegan friendly version. My wife loves this place!
The dining experience at Gundis Kurdish was very enjoyable. We stopped by for Sunday brunch around noon, and even though the restaurant was bustling, we were seated fairly quickly. The service was efficient and attentive throughout, and the restaurant itself was quite spacious with lots of natural light.
The brunch offerings were fantastic. The Turkish Coffee was bold and rich, while the Kurdish Coffee was more sweet and creamy. The Sharable Sampler was a definite highlight, showcasing a variety of dips, with Baba Goulash particularly standing out. The soft scramble with lamb and Soujouk were both flavorful, and the fries that came with the entree were a delicious addition.
All in all, it was a solid dining experience with great food, generous portions, and attentive service. We look forward to returning and trying their dinner menu next time.
A great authentic restaurant with breakfast, brunch and dinner options. You can eat best samples of traditional Kurdish cuisine. Strongly recommend Kurdish breakfast! Staff were super friendly!
Delicious food and awesome ambiance! The plates are definitely shareable! The staff were very hospitable and helpful in choosing some of their most popular dishes. We ended up having the chicken and lamb which were both flavorful and super delicious! The sampler is good, I have personally had better but it is still worth a shot! You must check this place out it out!
Had breakfast here today for the first time and it was an excellent experience! We ordered the Kurdish Breakfast for Two, the Baklawa crepes, and the fig and walnut pancakes. We also had the Kurdish coffee and tea too. Everything tasted delicious. Seriously, I'm still dreaming about it right now. Everyone who served us was very kind and attentive. We can't wait to come back here when we're in Chicago again someday!
Eldarbek “Eldar” Kamchybekov
+5
I've dined at The Gundis Kurdish Kitchen for brunch several times, and each visit has been consistently delightful. The attentive and helpful service has always stood out. The Kurdish breakfast set is a must-try, with its amazing flavors complemented by a tasty black tea. And if you have a sweet tooth, the baklava crepes are a true delight. I've never had a bad experience here, and I highly recommend it for a satisfying brunch experience.
Kurdish restaurant...similarities with Turkish and Greek style...food quality is amazing...very tasty...wine options available...local Kurdish drinks avialble...service is excellent...atmosphere is excellent..cozy place..owner is from Mardin..wife is American..both touches can be observed. Lamb shank is my favorite..several times I have been
I tried many of the dishes...nothing to complain
The staff are very attentive, kind and hospitable. Second time coming here and the food is truly delicious. We had the hummus, lentil soup, lamb shank and honey salmon. All were unique and very tasty!!! Definitely look forward to coming here again.
Wow 👌 👏 😍 really good place trying for first time and everything was really good. Food , service, friendly people. We are planning to come back again. Thanks
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