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We literally had planned to go to another restaurant nearby, but found parking near Al-Diar, and on a whim decided to venture into this tiny restaurant instead. What an absolute serendipitous choice because man this was an experience! When you first walk in the restaurant seems too small and cramped, and is very unassuming. No frills, simple tables and a simple set up. We made our orders at the counter and then sat at our table. It took a little while but when the food came, it was WORTH EVERY SECOND OF THE WAIT. The Fahsa Lamb was MELT IN YOUR MOUTH tender, and just so well balanced and delicious. I kid you not when I say, I actually dream about this Fahsa sometimes! The liver was not gamey at all and so well seasoned! I also have to mention, the kitchen can be seen through the seating area and I kept seeing the chef (a sweet lady) keep washing and cleaning her hands as she cooked. She would bring out the food to the tables sometimes and would go right back in and wash her hands again. I thought this attention to detail was amazing. Like I said, this will be a staple in our rotation now!!! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED (even if you don't dine in, it has a very robust take out business, please consider ordering take out or delivery!)
Amazing flavor, meat, sauce and service. However, I do believe I was overcharged for what I asked for...I showed a picture of what I had seen on social media and they gave me the family size/large portion for $40. I got a lamb dish that was tender, juicy and flavorful but I did not expect to pay that much. The tea was sweet and tasted like a chai tea latte. I would love to come back and try other dishes but wish I knew more about what and how much to order so that I wasn't overcharged because I wasn't familiar with the cuisine.
Hole in the wall spot but delicious!! Highly recommend. Very large portions, we could have split one and then maybe gotten a side dish and have been satisfied. It does come with peppers and some spicy sauce, so just something to keep in mind if you order it with everything on top.
I have a weakness when it comes to this place. I don't live in Chicago but I come once or twice a year and I have to come to this place. I can't resist it. The food and the hospitality makes up anything else that one can think is missing. Ahmed was the chef whom I ordered my, I appreciate his hospitality. Alhamdulilla this place will continue to flourish for honesty, cooking with genuine intentions and serving everyone regardless of who they are with at most respect.
Sososoo good. Food was very flavorful and the meats were tender. The owner is so kind as well. He gave me and my bf complimentary tea :-)
A hole in a wall restaurant that serves Yemeni food. Although the restaurant was out of lamb, the 1/2 haneeth chicken was delicious especially the rice and the sauces compliment the chicken nicely. Overall, I would go back and try the haneeth lamb.
We happened to bump into this restaurant for a late lunch....while exploring that area. We peeped in and saw that it is literally a hole in the wall, with limited seating right next to the serving counter, with authentic feel. Clearly, it seemed like a favorite place of some Yemeni people.....So we decided to give it a shot even though it was very modest decor. There was a short wait time to get seated. But they set up the table for us, very quickly and patiently answered all our questions about what do order. We had never tried yemeni food before this. We ordered both lamb and chicken out of the limited venue. Both dishes were served in a platter style to share. Both platters were pieces of well, cooked meat, served on a platter of rice and lots of salad and couple of sauces. We also ordered butter milk as accompaniment since there was not much curry/saucy moisture in the dishes. Portions were large, taste was good and dishes were not greasy....and best of all, we tried something new. Two platters were enough for 4 adults. We also tried a warm dessert Areka, which was delicious! The staff were also eating in batches on the other table, so likely a small family run modest, newly established small business. This was a very new experience for us.... and overall we really enjoyed it.
The owner is such a nice guy! He gave my friends and I free tea while we waited for our food. It was delicious, flavorful and perfect to share with friends! I cannot wait to come back and try more things! Please get the chai with milk
Was on my way to Mogadishu Restaurant when i saw the bright signage for "#1 Yemeni Cuisine" on a nondescript brick building and had to satisfy my curiosity. The inside looks like is not much bigger than a household kitchen, with just as much seating as you can imagine cramming into a converted dining room -- don't expect to dine in as there's 3-4 tables and they've been mostly occupied when I've been there Unlike Mogadishu and the nearby Bulsho, Al-Diar isn't cafeteria style but the food comes out almost as fast. The meals seem to be cooked and packaged throughout the day and the to-go containers are not unlike what you'd get at the prepackaged dinners section at a nice grocery store where everything tastes homemade The first thing I tried was the 1/4 chicken dish, which was fine but I immediately regretted not getting something more substantial. The second thing I got was the Mandi haneeth lamb - which is a slow roasted fall off the bone lamb dish that I'm still thinking about, and was so good I'm a little worried I won't bother trying anything else at Al-Diar. Both dishes come in a bed of rice and dates, accentuated with grilled onions. Never had Yemeni cuisine before so can't say how Al-Diar compares with its peers but can vouch for it being absolutely delicious overall
This is a very small restaurant that serves chicken and lamb platters. The portions are very generous and the presentation was extremely appetizing. The meat's so tender and well seasoned. The whole meal came together very well, and it was a very satisfying experience. The owner's from Yemen, and he was so friendly to offer us free tea complementary to our meal. Would definitely come again
Fire hole in the wall place. They have limited seating and it gets really busy during late dinner time. But it's definitely worth coming to for takeout or dine in. The meat was so tender and flavorful and the portion sizes are huge, perfect to share with friends or family. read more
20 days ago
Great spot for yemeni cuisine! It's pretty hole in the wall and makes for a cool experience. The staff are very friendly. We got the chicken zurbian, fava beans, and liver. The zurbian was great, the chicken was juicy and the dish was very well spiced. Came with three extra sauces and lots of fresh veggies tossed in. I think the fava beans were my favorite as the flavor was overall the best in my opinion. The liver was good as well. I might get the pita next time instead of the yemeni bread, as it was a little more fried than I would've preferred, but glad I got to try it! Loved the adeni chai as well. I would totally come back here if I'm in the area! read more
We literally had planned to go to another restaurant nearby, but found parking near Al-Diar, and on a whim decided to venture into this tiny restaurant instead. What an absolute serendipitous choice because man this was an experience! When you first walk in the restaurant seems too small and cramped, and is very unassuming. No frills, simple tables and a simple set up. We made our orders at the counter and then sat at our table. It took a little while but when the food came, it was WORTH EVERY SECOND OF THE WAIT. The Fahsa Lamb was MELT IN YOUR MOUTH tender, and just so well balanced and delicious. I kid you not when I say, I actually dream about this Fahsa sometimes! The liver was not gamey at all and so well seasoned! I also have to mention, the kitchen can be seen through the seating area and I kept seeing the chef (a sweet lady) keep washing and cleaning her hands as she cooked. She would bring out the food to the tables sometimes and would go right back in and wash her hands again. I thought this attention to detail was amazing. Like I said, this will be a staple in our rotation now!!! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED (even if you don't dine in, it has a very robust take out business, please consider ordering take out or delivery!) read more
5 months ago
Amazing flavor, meat, sauce and service. However, I do believe I was overcharged for what I asked for...I showed a picture of what I had seen on social media and they gave me the family size/large portion for $40. I got a lamb dish that was tender, juicy and flavorful but I did not expect to pay that much. The tea was sweet and tasted like a chai tea latte. I would love to come back and try other dishes but wish I knew more about what and how much to order so that I wasn't overcharged because I wasn't familiar with the cuisine. read more
8 months ago
Hole in the wall spot but delicious!! Highly recommend. Very large portions, we could have split one and then maybe gotten a side dish and have been satisfied. It does come with peppers and some spicy sauce, so just something to keep in mind if you order it with everything on top. read more
10 months ago
I have a weakness when it comes to this place. I don't live in Chicago but I come once or twice a year and I have to come to this place. I can't resist it. The food and the hospitality makes up anything else that one can think is missing. Ahmed was the chef whom I ordered my, I appreciate his hospitality. Alhamdulilla this place will continue to flourish for honesty, cooking with genuine intentions and serving everyone regardless of who they are with at most respect. read more
2 years ago
Sososoo good. Food was very flavorful and the meats were tender. The owner is so kind as well. He gave me and my bf complimentary tea :-) read more
6 months ago
A hole in a wall restaurant that serves Yemeni food. Although the restaurant was out of lamb, the 1/2 haneeth chicken was delicious especially the rice and the sauces compliment the chicken nicely. Overall, I would go back and try the haneeth lamb. read more
1 year ago
We happened to bump into this restaurant for a late lunch....while exploring that area. We peeped in and saw that it is literally a hole in the wall, with limited seating right next to the serving counter, with authentic feel. Clearly, it seemed like a favorite place of some Yemeni people.....So we decided to give it a shot even though it was very modest decor. There was a short wait time to get seated. But they set up the table for us, very quickly and patiently answered all our questions about what do order. We had never tried yemeni food before this. We ordered both lamb and chicken out of the limited venue. Both dishes were served in a platter style to share. Both platters were pieces of well, cooked meat, served on a platter of rice and lots of salad and couple of sauces. We also ordered butter milk as accompaniment since there was not much curry/saucy moisture in the dishes. Portions were large, taste was good and dishes were not greasy....and best of all, we tried something new. Two platters were enough for 4 adults. We also tried a warm dessert Areka, which was delicious! The staff were also eating in batches on the other table, so likely a small family run modest, newly established small business. This was a very new experience for us.... and overall we really enjoyed it. read more
2 years ago
The owner is such a nice guy! He gave my friends and I free tea while we waited for our food. It was delicious, flavorful and perfect to share with friends! I cannot wait to come back and try more things! Please get the chai with milk read more
1 year ago
Was on my way to Mogadishu Restaurant when i saw the bright signage for "#1 Yemeni Cuisine" on a nondescript brick building and had to satisfy my curiosity. The inside looks like is not much bigger than a household kitchen, with just as much seating as you can imagine cramming into a converted dining room -- don't expect to dine in as there's 3-4 tables and they've been mostly occupied when I've been there Unlike Mogadishu and the nearby Bulsho, Al-Diar isn't cafeteria style but the food comes out almost as fast. The meals seem to be cooked and packaged throughout the day and the to-go containers are not unlike what you'd get at the prepackaged dinners section at a nice grocery store where everything tastes homemade The first thing I tried was the 1/4 chicken dish, which was fine but I immediately regretted not getting something more substantial. The second thing I got was the Mandi haneeth lamb - which is a slow roasted fall off the bone lamb dish that I'm still thinking about, and was so good I'm a little worried I won't bother trying anything else at Al-Diar. Both dishes come in a bed of rice and dates, accentuated with grilled onions. Never had Yemeni cuisine before so can't say how Al-Diar compares with its peers but can vouch for it being absolutely delicious overall read more
10 months ago
Hidden gem! We loved the haneeth chicken, Mandi chicken, and cucumber salad. Black tea was incredible as well! Everyone there was so kind and owner let us try a dessert as well! We couldn't believe we'd been sleeping on this spot. Can't wait to go back read more
2 years ago
This is a very small restaurant that serves chicken and lamb platters. The portions are very generous and the presentation was extremely appetizing. The meat's so tender and well seasoned. The whole meal came together very well, and it was a very satisfying experience. The owner's from Yemen, and he was so friendly to offer us free tea complementary to our meal. Would definitely come again read more
Little shop, massive flavor. Came in on a busy Saturday night. Owner was so gracious and fit us in somehow! The lamb Mehndi is OUT OF THIS WORLD. Truly amazing. Home cooking from the Yemeni kitchen like it should be! 10/10 would recommend read more
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Best authentic Yemeni food. Absolutely delicious and great taste of Yemeni cuisine. The owner was super friendly. Food came out great and quickly with a lot of care and love. Overall, I am definitely going back to try the rest of their food menu. The ambiance of the restaurant is simply Yemeni. read more
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Lamb and rice was amazing!! Lamb fell right off the bone. All the staff was nice and helpful especially Mohammed. The Adeni Chai was also yummy however very sweet I couldn't finish all of it. Best place i've eaten in chicago hands down!! read more
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