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Shokran
94/100 (844 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Middle Eastern
Moroccan
Moroccan
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Eggplant
Salad
Couscous
Lamb
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Moroccan
Takeout
BYOB
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Mid-range
"Incredible food, budget friendly and a very well-decorated, peaceful ambience! If you are in Chicago and enjoy middle eastern cuisine YOU HAVE TO TRY..."
Rosie L.
"I loved my experience at this place! I had the Lamb Marrakech, which is a lamb tagine, and Harira, a delicious flavorful soup. The lamb was not..."
Abe Samarrae
"Went here on a Friday evening, 2 of us. The place is cozy, the ambiance is relaxing, and the service is great. We loved the man that was our..."
Dani Martinez
"Had an excellent dinner at Shokran. The atmosphere was very cozy and comfortable. They have 3 dining areas in their space. The food was really good...."
Neil Devine
"Amazing spot. The people here are so welcoming and explain their menu really well if you have any questions. Place itself has a homey feel to it and..."
Rowshon Jahan
"Outstanding option for an excellent service experience and unmatched vibes in the comfortable and warm interior. The food certainly isn’t a gourmet..."
Ziggy
"Moroccan food, Love lamp menu and mint tea (traditional) There are 3 dinning separate room. you can choose where you like. No alcohol drink BYOB..."
Pharuewisa P.
"Food was very delicious and cooked perfectly, loved the lamb with the couscous. The man working was super sweet and talked with a lot of joy about..."
Eileen Urquiza
"Awesome experience. You can bring your own beverage. Food is outstanding. Service is excellent. Everything is freshly made. I love their Moroccan..."
Lighting Now
"10 Stars!!! Probably the BEST food I ever had! Cushioned bench seating with pillows ---sooo comfy! Another treat was the owner was so friendly...."
Paula Zaloga-Nowak
Kiko's Market And Restaurant
93/100 (389 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
European
Eastern European
European
Eastern European
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
European
Eastern European
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
"We dined here after getting a recommendation from an employee working at the Embassy Suites. We drove from downtown Chicago to experience the Serbian..."
Beth Hanna
"Great food and service. The sandwich was huge enough to feed two people! It was a little bit too salty but I guess because it was loaded with..."
Krystal Liu
"We found this place by mistake because we couldn't find the Japanese place we were looking for. I didn't know much about Serbian food, but my..."
Maurice Pierre
"Super delicious and there were some fine, presumably Serbian, men in here if you're into that sort of..."
Jackie 3000
"Great food. Serbian cooking with American twist. Ribs, veal, proja......"
Filip
"Wow! It was SO good. This was my first experience with Serbian food and I was a bit nervous. I'm used to eating American, Asian, and Latin food...."
M
"Ten out of ten experience. The food was a fabulous taste explosion. Believe it or not we got the Hombre and Bologna sandwiches. Unbelievable. If..."
Robert Keeley
"We have been to 016 a few times and staff are attentive and friendly. Fellow diners liked the smoked chicken and the burek was tasty. My chicken and..."
Thomas Applegate
"Incredible experience. Beautiful atmosphere with the outdoor patio and some of the most gracious servers. I’m not Serbian but absolutely loved the..."
Jessica Colina
"If you're looking for most delicious food for to go, excellent dinning experience or high level catering service you won't go wrong with this place...."
Dejana Malisic
I Dream Of Falafel
92/100 (1479 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Mediterranean
Dinner
Lunch
Falafel
Mediterranean
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Very good! Loved the falafel. A lot of toppings to choose from to make a delicious..."
Antoine Dixon
"I love their falafel. Fresh and delicious every..."
Lisa Poirier
"Yesterday a few friends and I had a birthday party here for an elderly woman. She insisted on coming to IDOF because it is her favorite place. The..."
Peggy Rayson
"Incredible falafel, beautiful food and such good pita bread. I love I Dream of Falafel its such a comfort food for me. As soon as I get my beautiful,..."
Marla Henderson
"I do Freaking love Mediterranean food and IDOF makes it fast (or serve it fast) I already had visited a few times the one on Taylor st but this one..."
Zuly Torrealba
"I took wrap with chicken kebab, it was great! Kebab was surprisingly juicy and wrap is fulfilling! My girlfriend got the plate with Kefta and it was..."
Ivan Shatilo
"The dining experience is good. Everything is fresh and prepared as you order. I had the create your own plate with chicken shawarma, rice, red..."
G V D
"The falafel gradually continues to get drier and drier.. The F in IDOF stands for falafel, people. Live up to the restaurant name lol… (Keep in..."
Denizhan Yalinkilic
"Good cream puff! I love..."
Mohammad Khatibeghdami
"The food is always great here. The staff on the other hand is either overworked or need some positive vibes. Clean, quick, delicious and great..."
Sohaib Alvi
Aba
91/100 (3169 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Hummus
Falafel
Shrimp
Octopus
Beef
Bagels
Kabobs
Eggplant
Lamb
Salad
Pork
Tuna
Salmon
Ribs
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Valet Parking
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"This is always my go to! Was there for my birthday. From the moment you step into the elevator the fragrance is so inviting! Everything is always..."
Irene Rico
"Step into Aba, a delightful Mediterranean haven in Chicago's lively Fulton District. From the first bite to the last, Aba offers a taste of the..."
Gene Ivanov
"Everything about this restaurant is perfect from their drinks to their brunch menu to their dinner menu. It’s refreshing to see a west loop..."
Sean P
"Aba is one of my favorite and personally highest rated restaurant ever! The service is amazing, the food is just mouthwatering, smells amazing, and..."
Suhail Peer
"Aba is the best food I've had in Chicago, no competition. Short-rib hummus and black garlic shrimp scampi are must-haves, and the chocolate cake blew..."
Suraj
"This restaurant is a hybrid of Lebanese and Greek cuisine with a California twist. The food was great, the interior was amazing, but the service was..."
Artemis Rafti
"This is one of my favorite restaurants. We first visited when they first opened back in 2018 and now again in 2023 (we are not from Chicago). The..."
Claudia E
"As expected, Aba was beautiful with an indoor-outdoor lay out that is perfect for summer. To eat, we had the Smoky Garlic Hummus, Whipped Feta, Green..."
Lauren H
"Rarely do I just hand out perfect 5's. Aba is definitely an exception to this as they go above and beyond to make sure you have the best culinary..."
Brandon Douglas
"We came here for brunch and had an amazing experience! We tried the berry biscuit, whipped feta, lamb and beef kebab, and braised short rib..."
Joy Elizabeth
"Beautiful rooftop and awesome vibes. I love the decor here and overall scene. Food is delicious, good happy hour drink specials! I recommended..."
Amber Lenstrom
"Beautiful Mediterranean decor with a huge rooftop patio. The rooftop patio has really comfy sofas. The service was very attentive. Most importantly:..."
Ashley
"The hype for this place is well deserved. Wow. The decor is beautiful and is so perfect for a vibey fun dinner. The servers are so kind, and the menu..."
Sarah Wang
"Wow! This place was amazing. We loved sitting on their outdoor rooftop with an gorgeous view. The food was out of this world! We had the short rib..."
Angela
"This place is very stunning since the elevator door is open. It’s very beautiful with natural decoration inside dining room and outside the patio..."
Pharuewisa P.
"We had a wonderful experience at Aba celebrating my daughter’s Birthday! The food was very flavorful, the drinks were perfect, the service was..."
Krystyna Vela
"Aba has been on my list since they opened up a location in Austin a few years back. I never got a chance to visit the Austin location due to it..."
Hasan Dennis Pickett
"We came on a Tuesday night and had a great dinner! The food is very conducive to small plates and sharing dishes. The whipped feta dish and Brussel..."
Pallavi Aggarwal
Cira
91/100 (1471 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
American
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Sit down
American
Mediterranean
Serves Alcohol
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"I had the most amazing time at Cira! The staff courteous and inclusive, when we arrived they asked if we had any allergies or if we drank to provide..."
Alecia Ahles
"Fresh Mediterranean food bursting with good flavors. w/ Good vegetarian options. High ceiling, with nice decor and big windows provide great..."
V Yadiki
"A beautiful restaurant with amazing flavors! I came here for dinner with a friend and had an amazing time eating the unique foods! We had the..."
Gurleen Kaur
"This Mediterranean gem left me thoroughly impressed. The French toast, adorned with exquisite orange marmalade and a delightful twist of tahini whip,..."
Rutuja Sutar
"Excellent food, friendly service, and a bright and open atmosphere! A little loud but not an issue, just be prepared to talk loud. Mortadella..."
Katelyn Roach
"The food was great and right portion size. Atmosphere was amazing. We all loved the way food tasted and was presented. Eveything was cooked from..."
shakti lenka
"This place was amazing 🤩 I loved the food, the service, and the atmosphere!! I ordered the brown butter hummus and muhammara which came with pitas..."
Rinako Oya
"Came here a few times for breakfast and didn't have a bad meal. Great ambiance with music or a dj, friendly service and the food was amazing. Perfect..."
Lauren R.
"Eclectic decor and Good food. Slow service with waiters who left a lot to be desired. The place wasn't busy and yet they seated us and forgot about..."
A B
"Cita is a restaurant and bar in or near Fulton. It was busy with a lot of patrons taking advantage of Happy Hour. Food has a Middle Eastern vibe with..."
Luis Guardia
Dawali Mediterranean Kitchen
91/100 (303 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Middle Eastern
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Hummus
Falafel
Shawarma
Kabobs
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Greek
Seating
Table Service
Takeout
BYOB
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"This is a great restaurant. The falafel was outstanding as was the rest of the food and the prices were very reasonable almost low considering the..."
Judy Liesch
"So good ad really inexpensive. We ordered the dozen falafel and some very good sauce. Yum I had ordered a chicken shawarma which was very delicious..."
Rochelle Scarbalis
"Went to Dawali for lunch yesterday for the first time. The zesty humus was so delicious! I like spicy food and did not think it was hot. It was fresh..."
Jeanne C
"I can't deduct any stars for any reason. The service was quick and courteous. I was in the neighborhood with my girlfriend and we decided to try it..."
Alexis Rodriguez (Geko)
"Great neighbourhood place! Unfortunately this place will close on may 18,2019 and relocate to the west..."
Minal Varma
"Love it I'm originally from Middle East and I've been in this country for 15 years. And I have not tasted an original Mediterranean food with an..."
Ali Nobdy
"Food is incredible! And so affordable! The kabobs are more pricey but you can get labob sandwiches for very cheap and they're incredible. Can't..."
Mari Tomizawa
"Fantastic casual place for Mediterranean food. The salad sampler with chicken kabob is a huge amount for a 2 person meal. The beef and lamb wrap is..."
Brandon Winter
"the service was slightly above average good and I enjoyed my falafel sandwich. I went on a Saturday afternoon and it was pretty quiet. plus it's a..."
Pep C
"This place is definitely a hidden gem! I ordered the falafel plate and it was so fresh and delicious. There was enough on there for me to make 4..."
Rae Wilson
"Came on a Friday night, there was no wait. Service was fast and the waitress was very nice. I had the chicken shwerma and the spicy hummus. It was..."
Jonathan Knowles
"I come here almost every time I have to go to North ave. This place usually has people in it, whether dining or carrying out. I especially like the..."
Rits M
"Great Middle Eastern restaurant with a very friendly atmosphere. The beef shawerma is fantastic. The place has a very contemporary atmosphere and all..."
Christian Kulfan
"Pros: Very close to the North and Clybourn red line stop BYOB - beer and wine only Accepts credit cards and takes reservations Delicious..."
Aaron Melamed
"Coming from the Middle East, I can genuinely say that the food here feels just like home! We had the chicken shawarma wrap, hummus, kibbeh, and foul..."
S Bd.
Salero
91/100 (291 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Mediterranean
Spanish
Mediterranean
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Crab
Duck
Tapas
Confit
Octopus
Paella
Quail
Sit down
Spanish
Mediterranean
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Outstanding little gem that I would recommend to all of my friends! Definitely amazing food! Although portions were small, it is well worth for..."
Vlad House
"Fantastic food in a relaxed and refined atmosphere with warm and welcoming hospitality. We celebrated our Anniversary with some friends and we had..."
Vahé Mekhitarian
"We came in for a drink while waiting for our reservation close by. We sat at the bar and looked at the menu and just couldn’t leave. Small..."
Bob Lutz
"Paella is outstanding and a must have. By far the best dish on our tasting menu. I would definitely go back but this time order off the menu to try..."
Melinda Marcus Pollak
"Definitely worth visiting. The dishes were amazing. The paella is excellent. Great ambience and selection of..."
Yoon Soo Park
"Overall a very good meal. We decided to focus on the smaller plates instead of the main courses. We had the duck empanadas. The flavor was good but..."
Paquita P
"Great food and ambience. Would have liked a little more vegetarian options such as veg..."
tapan chaddarwala
"Did not try the cocktails but they looked of formidable quality. The food itself was amazing, from starter to dessert, with both seasonal and..."
Alex G
"Excellent food and service. Felt like I was back in..."
Manny Santos
"It's a bit pricey, but the food is delicious. The wine selection is very good, and there are a variety of price points. The atmosphere was pretty..."
Ann Wise
"Fine dining food without fine dining prices. Portions were just right. The quail and squash tortellini are excellent. Didn't try the paella. Wait..."
hasuchObe
"We started with two cocktails that were super boozy but still very drinkable or as my mother would say "coma cocktails". We wanted to keep it light..."
Caitlin Alekna
"Pay no attention to any negative reviews. Wonderful food with so much attention to detail. I wish that you live long enough to enjoy the anchovy..."
Rebecca Stamy
"Wow, what an amazing experience! Sweet breads to start....just melted in my mouth. I asked the waiter to bring what the chef was proud of for my..."
Lee Kordel
"I had the sea bass the first night of visiting Chicago, and it was so good I had to go back for more the next day (had the paella, also amazing). The..."
Robert Taylor
"Absolutely loooved the food there. Their burrata is love! Their tapas were so good and they were flexible on options/ switching some food. Also, we..."
Sandra Leemann
"I can’t speak for the food but I met some friends here later in the evening for drinks and loved it. Great atmosphere and friendly bartenders. Will..."
Alex S
"Great Service, Tasty Food and Nice Ambiance. Really enjoyed the Priorat by the glass. The Octopus and Jamon Serrano starter were outstanding...."
Nia Restaurant
"Food was great, but service kind of..."
Ana Tapia
"Everything was delicious and the wait staff was incredibly friendly. Their portions were bigger than everyone expected and we ordered way too much..."
Tahir Kapoor
Galit Restaurant
91/100 (4516 ratings)
Restaurants
Middle Eastern
Israeli
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Israeli
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Drinks
Dinner
Late Night
Hummus
Falafel
Lamb
Fish
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Israelí
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Private Dining
Street Parking
Dinner
Late Night
Drinks
Fine Dining
"Food was amazing. Life changing hummus. Every dish was incredible and well composed. Cocktail selection is excellent. The course pacing was perfect...."
Darren B.
"This experience was awesome. Food was delicious and service was great. The only things is I wish they paced the courses slower. And another thing..."
Alyssa
"Great takes on middle eastern dishes. Nothing was one-note, and many dishes were playful surprises from the kitchen. Menu is prix fixe with..."
Benjamin Lawson
"The hummus, bread, salatim, drinks, and dessert are excellent. I would come back for just these items. I especially loved the pawpaw daiquiri and..."
Ella B.
"Food was decent but not respective of a Michelin Star restaurant in my opinion with the exception of 1-2 really good dishes. High quality pita bread..."
Cyril Rajan
"Decided to try out Galit with a friend for a casual Friday night dinner. We were able to sit right in front of the kitchen, which was fun to watch..."
Jeff Orluck
"This place is very expensive, but it is VERY much worth it if you have a big enough group. Everything about this place just proves that it deserves..."
Mohd Hasan
"Incredible food served in small plates on a prix-fixe menu. No disappointing dishes, a clear attention to detail, and some of the best service we..."
Nate Larson
"Our experience at Galit was enjoyable. We visited on a Tuesday night and the restaurant was quite busy - the interior and ambience is lovely, though..."
Bill Wang
"A delicious and fun experience, albeit quite overpriced and a somewhat rushed. Superb and creative drinks with unique flavors and aromas. Especially..."
James Stein
"There is evidently lots of thought behind each dish. Smoothest hummus I have ever had , falafel was incredible. Everything was super fresh,..."
Emanuele Grossi
"Incredible food and service. The staff made our celebratory dinner a wonderful experience and would highly recommend this spot to anyone with an..."
Jon Beroza
"Hummus & Pita Forever singing my praises about this pita. I don’t think this bread could’ve been any more perfect. It was soft, warm, and..."
Merc L
"Beautiful food. I loved the pickled items and the yogurt butter. The fish was so delicious. I would come here again. They also gave us cookies for..."
The Market HP
"We started with the beef brisket hummus. You don't get a lot of beef but that's not really the point. Everything tasted great with the pita & were..."
Jeff Chen
"Heard a lot of great things about this place. The hummus was undeniably amazing, with a creamy texture and delightful flavors that left me craving..."
Matt Auerbach
"As much as I want to leave 5 stars, the service was not what we expected for a Michelin star restaurant. The food is 10/10, the pita is the best one..."
Gabriela Osorio
Noon O Kabab
90/100 (4002 ratings)
Restaurants
Middle Eastern
Halal
Persian
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Persian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Halal
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Kabobs
Beef
Lamb
Eggplant
Salad
Salmon
Hummus
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Persian
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I am reading everyone's reviews and their comments are incredibly ridiculous & 100% NOT FACTS. The customer service is great! The staff is super..."
Tony Onarr
"Classic atmosphere. Just crowded enough. Great beef & lamb kabobs. My wife had shrimp. Also very good. A ways off the beaten path but worth it if..."
Mark Biddison
"Great place with great food. I would recommend this place to anyone I..."
Ali Tawal
"Most amazing Persian food you will ever have. I have traveled to many locations all over the US and Noon O Kabob is by far the best out there and..."
Shahroz Olfat
"Excellent food! A little pricey for “fast food” and the seating area was chilly, but the meal made up for it..."
Angela Dancey
"This is one of the best best restaurant I ever been. The food was so delicious and the service was excellent. If I go to Chicago again I will..."
Zia Barakzie
"Love it! We regularly dine in and the food is always flavorful and fresh. And recently catered for a small family function and the manager was very..."
Geraldine Franco
"Great food and nice treatment, the meal we ordered was very delicious and not just stuffed with spices. After that we got cups of tea and I liked it...."
Hanan Abu Obeid
"Good food and excellent service. Owner is so kind and gracious she didn't charge us the 2 appetizers we ordered. She even brought the bowl of Candy..."
Loida D. Redmon
"Good food and good service ,I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who has a chance to come to Chicago and taste Persian..."
Elmer Lopez
"Excellent food. Had the lentil soup and falafel plate. Rice was nicely done and the salad was mesclun, cherry tomatoes, and a lightly sweet..."
Daniel J Kopanke
"Delicious food. If you are meat lover, this is the right place to dine. I will go back for the..."
Scott Chon
"LOVE this place and have for 15+ years. Friendly and always so tasty. Can't get enough of the kash ke bademjan. So luscious and good. And I'm happy..."
Lisa Lubin
"Perfect dining experience! Delicious food and the employees and owners are nice and helpful no matter how busy they..."
Courtney Kruzic
"phenomenal food and service. best persian / kebabs etc n the city by a long..."
Chris Romans
"The dining experience was lovely and the food was fantastic! Our party of 4 got two appetizers, the family platter for 4, and a bottle of wine...."
Amanda Kasper
"Amazing place to grab quick lunch or have dine dining. Restaurant has 2 areas, one is kinda self service and the other area is fine dining. Authentic..."
Ivan D
"The kababs and their rice and salad were awesome, really loved it for dinner. Will order from here again! Baklava was awesome..."
sayak chakrabarty
"The taste is so good that we are going back definitely!!! At that evening we didn't know much about this restaurant, but we saw so many families are..."
Li Zhang
"Amazing food! The lentil soup is good, the hummus and falafels are okay. The lamb koubideh and lamb kebab are wonderful , the beef koubideh is also..."
MERVE NAJA
"Koobideh, Barg, and Chicken Kabab are popular Persian dishes that are served in Persian restaurants like “Noon O Kabab”. Koobideh kabab is a..."
Mohammad A.
"I was expecting a sit down kinda restaurant, instead it’s a self serve counter! Where you order your food at the counter and they bring your food..."
Brenda K
"The kebab skewers they make here rival even the best places I’ve been to in the Middle East. They have a great variety of different rices to go..."
Abdallah Al-Qudsi
"Lunch special are delicious and for a great price. Ambience was perfect and serving staff is very friendly. Would recommend and coming back..."
Vishnu Perni
"They have two sections. One where they have servers and it’s nice looking area. Second one is where they have no servers and area is like a take..."
Shoeb Shaikh
"I have to put you on to the best Persian food in Chicago! The portions are plentiful, the tastes are enriching and the ambiance is celestial. When..."
Charlie Beneke / Chicago’s Best Realtor
"This my first after longtime i remember was years ago I visited with two of my friends and food was delicious.and still it’s is a..."
Samer Tayar
"It's such a great place to eat. Very generous portions. Our server was kind enough to answer all of our..."
mc smarto
"Great place to eat! Exceptional Persian hospitality, yummy food and charming décor...."
Chloe Rose
"Better to have dinner here before 6 and better be hungry. Free parking both sites of restaurant but not enough after 6 pm. Food here is no doubt look..."
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Cafe Orchid
90/100 (1366 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Halal
Turkish
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Turkish
Halal
Dinner
Lunch
Eggplant
Salad
Gyros
Kabobs
Lamb
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Turkish
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
BYOB
Reservations
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"My friends brought my boyfriend and I here while we were visiting. I really enjoyed the nice quiet atmosphere and the Turkish decorations. The staff..."
Colleen Bragg
"The lunch menu prices are great! The food itself was flavorful and crazy big. I can't believe the platters they served were just lunch portions. I..."
Precious Malloy
"The food is delicious and the portions are generous. Be sure to try the lentil soup and the lentil fingers. The Falafel special was enormous and so..."
Neeta Esc
"It was nice. My roomate is Turkish and I've been into Turkish food (specially because I've been losing weight). We ordered fried liver appetiser...."
David Aldana
"Best Turkish food in Chicago. Lots of room. 2 dining rooms. BYOB does not serve liquor. They delivers locally as well. The place is loved by the..."
Rob McNulty
"I’m a big fan of this place, I’ve been many times and have never had a bad experience. The food is top notch (I get a different entree most of..."
Andi Gilreath
"I stop just to buy a coffee to go but they have just espresso which taste so good. Didn’t try any food but pretty sure it taste amazing, very nice..."
telesk0p
"Consistently some of the best Turkish food I've had since I lived in Turkey. Cheap prices and fast service - also, they..."
Eric Ratajczak
"This is our weekly go to spot every Friday, party of 4, for 3 years now. We are never disappointed with the tasty, high quality, and consistent food,..."
Diane Best
"My favorite Turkish restaurant in the city, this place is truly a undiscovered secret gem. Family owned and operated, the staff are courteous and..."
spike spiegel
"This place has AMAZING food! My boyfriend and I stopped by here on a whim and were very impressed. The staff is friendly and the food is phenomenal...."
Rachel Horton
"I moved into the neighborhood last September and this has been my best find. Their hummus is fresh and authentic. The bread that comes with it is..."
Tedi Kahn
"Great lunch place. BYOB and lunch specials are fine. Haven't had anything bad there. Delicious strong tea offered. Mediterranean decorations inside..."
DOWPete
"Absolutely charming and cozy. The food was cooked perfectly; the flavors were gorgeous and comforting. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and..."
Laura J
"Don't judge this restaurant by its outward appearance, it has fabulous food! A little pricey for a full meal, but worth every bite. I typically..."
Valerie Lambert Kroll
Cedar Palace
90/100 (1422 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Middle Eastern
Dinner
Lunch
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Lebanese
BYOB
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great service and tasty food! This BYOB spot is casual with great authentic Lebanese cuisine. The lentil soup is so flavorful yet simple and made me..."
Suhail Peer
"I recently dined here and I must say, it was an exceptional experience. The food was truly amazing, and I was particularly impressed by the flavorful..."
Vinoth Sekar
"When I saw this place was rated 4.9 stars I couldn’t believe it, so I had to try. Turns out they were wrong, this place deserves 10 stars out of..."
Addel
"Very friendly and family owned restaurant. Visited them while taking a walk by Lincoln Park. Would come again. Highly recommend the taboleh. It..."
Faisal Saeed Al Mutar
"Greatest service I’ve had in a very long time! The family that runs the restaurant are very friendly. The food was delicious. It’s a BYOB, so..."
Haneen Haidar
"Nice little spot with good food. The food and service were really lovely and the space is a bit small, but cute and down to earth. I enjoyed the..."
Tom Zeien
"The food was super delicious. Hummus was creamy and well seasoned. The meat was great. The portions did not look appealing but it was enough food to..."
Alex Alex
"Came here with a large group Sunday lunch time. Server Asher and manager made sure to accommodate everybody, as it was not busy. Asher brought some..."
Pierre Pires
"We had a lovely dinner here the other night. The food is absolutely fresh and delicious. The portions are generous and everything is clearly..."
Erin Currie
"Our first time at Cedar Palace - we went as two couples at 6pm on a Saturday evening. We were seated quickly in a very warm and cozy setting. Not..."
John Malnor
"This post is long overdue considering how long I have been going to CP. If you live in Chicago and have not be to Cedar Palace yet, you are doing..."
Alex Rado
"Finally got to try this place and it did not disappoint! We picked up takeout and we were immediately greeted by the sweet owner Silvana. She..."
Hadey Zegar
"I cannot begin to describe how wonderful Cedar Palace is, I came to celebrate my birthday after wanting to try this place for months. The service was..."
Haley Fuoco
"It’s my favorite spot for Syrian food and as of recent we tried their thanksgiving Turkey and was..."
T Wali
"Lovely atmosphere. They are very friendly people. Food was delicious. We tried their veggie combo and dinner combo which is enough for 2. They also..."
Ali Copur
"A hole in the wall on Lincoln Park’s W Armitage Ave, this Middle Eastern restaurant serves exceptionally tasty, flavorful, affordable food. A..."
Mona Tong
"This place is easily the best Mediterranean food I've had in the Chicagoland area. Don't let the hole in the wall look fool you, these people know..."
AIT
"This is one of our favorite restaurants in Chicago and we are big foodies!! This place is family run and they serve amazing authentic food. The staff..."
Alex Stapp
"Cedar Palace is hands down the best Mediterranean restaurant in Chicagoland. There is no food as fresh or tasty, no atmosphere as cozy or welcoming..."
Taylor George
Roti
89/100 (2254 ratings)
Restaurants
Healthy
Mediterranean
Fast food
Healthy
Mediterranean
Dinner
Lunch
Fast food
Fast food
Healthy
Mediterranean
Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Lunch for 1 today, ordered the Sultan Pita. Decent value and very flavorful. Came with 4 falafel balls. Standard quick-serve assembly line bowl shop,..."
John K
"So I decided to come here after reading reviews. No one said anything bad about the quality or taste, decided this would be my dinner. Delicious!!!..."
matthew bridges
"First time at roti Mediterranean bowls and salad. Location that visited is in downtown Chicago. I ordered a pita bowl, half rice, half romaine and..."
Jason Miszuk
"Incredible lunch spot. Ordered the chicken roti pita with the mildly spicy red sauce. The pita itself was so warm and fresh and cooked with a fine..."
Maclyn Maguire
"How good? Oh my; my plate says it all. Folks, I strongly recommend you give this place a try. The service was excellent, the gentleman serving me was..."
Sharon D. Kenny
"Fresh yummy flavor! Very generous servings and great..."
Jodie Williams
"A quick, healthy option if you're looking for something in downtown Chicago with lots of fresh veggies. The saffron rice is delicious, as is the..."
Alex Rudie
"Tisha and Rajana are wonderful. They know their customer's by name and the menu/options like the back of their hand. They always greet us with a..."
Bennet Grossman
"EXCELLENT rice bowl with chicken and lots of fresh veggies. I was tempted to try the falafel, which also looked really good. Great friendly staff and..."
Michelle S2
"Delicious food. We really enjoyed our lunch here. Everything was fresh and tasty. Best part was the freshly made pita bread. Service was very good...."
Manoj Kumar
"I had the rice plate with the salmon kabob and it was delicious. I went there for lunch on Friday and it was kinda busy but people were being served..."
Fitsum Samuel Hailu
"Great body of workers, tremendous healthful meals alternatives. Pizza is notable. No count the road wait the staff is constantly calm cool and..."
Janet carneal
"We ate here twice on a 2 day trip to the city, and the hot chicken pitta was perfect, just right for a light, healthy meal whilst walking..."
smg
"Food is nice that's why I still gave 4 stars, I like it that there is enough options for different tastes. The cashier girl was so nice. But the guy..."
katayoun kh
"I was here about 2 weeks ago and I absolutely loved this location! The staff was so lively and friendly! They offered me with their personal..."
Elizabeth Arent
Cafe Bon Homme
89/100 (98 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Mediterranean
Spanish
Italian
Italian
Mediterranean
Spanish
European
American
European
Lunch
Dinner
European
Italian
Spanish
American
Mediterranean
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"That’s the joint that’s the jam, turn that sh&t up play it..."
Patrick Pinkerton
"The river seating is really special. We had an excellent time at Beatnik. Exceeded expectations. I especially need to recommend the beet salad. I..."
Jacob Snyder
"This restaurant was recommended by a friend and I'm glad it was. It's at a great location, right along the Chicago River. It's actually a hidden gem...."
John Ossawy
"The portions are small (tapas) but it's a beautiful restaurant with a riverview. I went in the winter time, but I really want to visit again when the..."
Caitlyn Lee
"The restaurant was really beautiful decorated with gorgeous deco. Great delicious food. Our starters were bigger portions than the main course but..."
Chandana Ravichandra
"This restaurant was soooo cute!! The place is lined with plants and greenery and the carpet is cheetah print! Love it! We got to sit on the water and..."
Lin Dinh
"Beautiful space, great ambiance (5/5). Food was OK (3/5) and overpriced for the quality - you pay for the setting/views and food presentation..."
P N
"You will not be full after eating here!!! BUT the food is delicious and not like any other restaurant. The drink are fun and taste good. Sharing is..."
Marion Guinday
"Our server was wonderful! We went for a birthday dinner with a large party and he was more than patient with trying to explain how the small plates..."
Adriana Lugosan
Pera Turkish Kitchen & Bar
89/100 (502 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Turkish
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Eggplant
Hummus
"We had their Beyti Kebab and their Lamb Kebab. The lamb in the Beyti Kebab was really delicious but the lavash was too thick for my taste. It gave..."
Andrea Celleri
"I love Turkish food and this place did not disappoint! We went for sunday brunch which was laid out buffet style. We had cherry juice which reminded..."
Sarah T.
"My new favorite brunch hangout. Amazing food. Not too much of a wait. Plus the atmosphere and decor is pleasant. Really good experience and waiters..."
Isra Omar
"Great Turkish food!! I loved my chicken dish. Service was good as well. They make there own bread that they serve with hummus. Will be..."
Evan Siegel
"This is a new restaurant in Lakeview. Me and my friends went there couple nights ago. Honestly Pera Turkish Kitchen is the best Turkish Restaurant in..."
Hikmet Sir
"Delicious! Healthy tasty cuisine, very authentic. They serve complimentary homemade bread and bean dip at the beginning and Turkish tea at the end...."
Ging Cee Ng
"Came here after the NRA. As a restauranteur, my standards are high. On that note, Pera in Chicago NOT THE ONE IN NEW YORK has met my standards. We..."
Mehmet Avci
"I walked in for lunch on Monday. It was a bit hard to find on Broadway but it was worth my search. The staff are very friendly, the dips are..."
İpek Er
"Good decent food delicious dessert kenafa very friendly..."
Evan Israel
"The Kunafah is amazing with the Turkish coffee! Ichan was so nice and she offered us round of tea. Would definitely visit..."
T Adventure
Semiramis
89/100 (2982 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Lebanese
Halal
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Halal
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Hummus
Falafel
Kabobs
"Food was incredibly flavorful and yummy. They give a lot in their portions. Everything came out tasting fresh and well..."
Rowshon Jahan
"My husband and I came here and needed the food quickly so we could catch our flight. The staff was great and friendly, the food was flavorful, the..."
Sara N
"This is the best food I’ve ever tried. I’ve eaten at a lot of 5 star restaurants, nothing compares to this. The lamb here is literally the best..."
Motaz B
"It's a hole in a wall restaurant, easy to miss but a gem, situated at busy traffic crossing but the food is super delicious. All items are authentic,..."
sanjith abraham
"we drove all the way from Minnesota to get authentic Yemeni food and this place did not disappoint! Food was excellent, customer service was great...."
Mohammed Almanj
"First time visit. If you enjoy Yemen food, I do recommend eating here. The Whole Greek Fish was Devine! Mutapaq Lamb was amazing. The Agda was a..."
Rachel Chop Suey
"This is one of my favorite spots to find Yemeni/Middle Eastern food in Chicago, and I have enjoyed it every time that I've gone. The lamb..."
Stephen Kuśmer
"Awesome delicious food. Try to stop here everytime I’m in Chicago. Got the family mix platter this time. Chicken falls off the bone and the lamb is..."
Faiz Sadeq
"My friends and I have been here a couple of times. During our recent visit the food was really amazing! The lamb was very tender and it would just..."
G P
"2/17/2023 I came here last night for a Shawarma sandwich and not sure if they stop selling them or they were not available last night but the male..."
Richard Monzon
"This is the best food I've ever tasted I've never tasted better the Customer service is really good I would 100% order from here again please try..."
Mahmoud Abdallah
"Great and very authentic Middle Eastern food!! Definitely like and recommend their lamb! It’s cooked very well that you could feel it melting in..."
Omar Hansen
"5 star for lamb Kabsa! Tender well seasoned fatty meat. Very generous amount of meat. One order is enough for two. It's similar to Hyderabadi biryani..."
Farhana Haque
"Halal Mediterranean restaurant and food taste is average. Need to use street parking. Their gratuity charges is 3$ per person if the group is 5 or..."
Ajmal Ali
Greek Islands Restaurant
88/100 (8102 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
Mediterranean
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Late Night
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Hummus
Shrimp
Beef
Bass
Meatballs
Eggplant
Octopus
Lasagne
Salad
Gyros
Calamari
Moussaka
Calamares
Kabobs
Souvlaki
Salmon
Fried cheese
Lamb
Fish
Lamb chops
Sit down
Mediterranean
Greek
Valet Parking
Reservations
Wheelchair Accessible
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Private Dining
Validated Parking
Brunch
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Superb restaurant!! The ambiance of the restaurant sets the scene for the culinary experience you are about to enjoy. The service is spectacular and..."
Jozef Watson
"I admire how much Greeks take pride in their culture and you can definitely see that in this restaurant. As soon as I walked in staff was warm and..."
Laila
"Greek Island's has been a longtime favorite for my family. The service is great the guys are always attentive and offer great old school service. The..."
Ricardo Lara
"According to my son ... "One of my top five dining experiences!" We ordered Family Style and it was amazing. Nicos was our server and made our meal..."
Tim Noonen
"Very authentic Greek restaurant with the vibe to match. The staff was very attentive and recommended good dishes. Started off the with Saganaki..."
Jason Powell
"Awesome had to wait for a table but no more thn 10 min the servers were very efficient and professional! Bathrooms were clean food was delicious! Had..."
Evelyn R
"Delayed review, but I came here last year on a girls night and we couldn’t have asked for a better dining experience! We had just finished up at..."
Lauren Taylor
"I was sketched because it was close to the hotel I was in. Once I realized our food was taking a while to get out knew it was going to be good...."
Dwight Blanton
"Our server was very nice! I wish I got his name. He has short hair and always smiles. Good was all good! Suckling pig, fish, octopus and the..."
Mandy
"absolutely recommend it! My favorite is the octopus. Never know that octopus can be made this good. I also like the sesame bread. The sesame is..."
Ju-Chieh Chou