Beautifully designed sweets shop. Tradition Palestinian Bakery/ Mediterranean Sweets. Nice open dine area to enjoy inside . Beautifully prepared packaged sweets for take away. Nice gift items and items to enjoy with your family and friends. I enjoyed a piece of Knafa. Sprinkle of Pistachios. Perfect , and delicious. In the busy Westfield Shopping Center next to the Hookah Smoke Shop, Rasheed Grocery Store; Holy Buckets Chicken, Nile Restaurant... many shopping places. Busy open large parking lot in front free to customers. read more

In the area for the first time, this strip mall is full of goodies. We stopped after dinner at Albasha to satisfy our sweet tooth and it was not disappointing at all. They have an impressive display of choices and all look delicious. We had a hard time selecting so we bought a bunch of things -we overdid it, and that is okay as I had some for breakfast for the next few days - Lucky me I had Knafeh for the first time, it was delicious, and a few different types of baklava. I cannot name each mouth-watering morsel that we ordered - you cannot go wrong with whatever you select. The service was very friendly and helpful. read more

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Well, I visited Albasha for the first time in a long time, and apparently things have changed. The interior was totally different, with some counters and tables removed. It was mostly booth seating without tables. Odd. The selection of desserts looked similar to what I remembered, so I ordered my two favorite items: basbousa and harissa. I also got a piece of cashew baklava. Pricing was very reasonable, as it was in the past. Unfortunately, however, the basbousa and harissa were not as good as before. They were dry and stale tasting. The harissa actually had an odd flavor to it - almost sour - which makes me worried that it went bad. The cashew baklava was very good, though, and it only cost $7 for 7 pieces of dessert, so I'd like to still give them 3 stars. Not sure if this was a fluke or if ownership changed, but it's disappointing because Albasha used to be my favorite dessert spot in the Bridgeview area. read more

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Being from Nashville, TN, growing up every time we came up to Chicago this was our go to place for knafeh and other sweets then also heading to the Nile restaurant for some delicious shawarma. It gives it a homey feeling to my father read more

First time here and omg everything so tried was amazing! I purchased the baklava pistachio and the walnut, definitely love the pistachio more but both good! I also got these walnut pastries and they are my favorite, I can't stop eating them! Will be going back for more! Service was great, the woman there was very polite! read more

Albasha Sweet - Pistachio Baklava and Walnut Baklava, delicious and fresh! - Bakeries Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

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I used to be obsessed with this place, when the original Albasha bakers still owned it. Grandma made the BEST Shaabiyat; always with fresh, warm cream and crispy pastry. I looked forward to coming here on the weekends, just to order a box full. Then, they changed ownership. The place hasn't tasted the same since unfortunately. Now, I just visit for the Pistachio Mabroume and hope for the best. read more

I tried their sweets for the first time 2 years ago and I still buy them from time to time. The employees are very friendly and kind, sweets are very tasty and authentic!) read more

Excellent baklava.....fluffy crispy and deeeeelicious!!! Inexpensive at $15 a pound, you gotta get some!!!

We expected something a lot better. It was a disappointment. We got some knefeh and some borma (mabroume), both are not that good. You would expect a lot more from a sweets shop that has been open for so many years. read more

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Many places claim to have the best kanafah in the SWS, but my vote goes to Albasha Sweets. They get everything right: the flavor of their syrup, the type and amount of cheese that they use, and the layer of crisp buttery phyllo dough on top sprinkled with pistachios. Just like their delicious desserts, the owner of Albasha is also sweet! Whenever I go, everyone there always greets me with a smile and is welcoming. read more

This place is a Chicago treasure. A family business that started on 63rd St with the dad and his sons.The Knafa and specially the BAKLAWA are the best in town. And trust me I put all the baklawa in the area for a taste test, AlBasha Sweets were the winning one. This is a business that are rare to find. Own by hard working people that obviously love what they do. I hope you teach your kids the same way your dad thought you. He's probably smiling in sweet heaven. read more

Possibly the best Middle Eastern sweets in South Suburbs of Chicago. Very polite people always hand you a sample when you walk in. I've tried a few in Chicago but nothing compares to AlBasha, make sure you get it HOT & FRESH and don't forget to ask for syrup and pistachios for your Knafa. I swear this place serves the most addicting hot knafa and wabrat/Kolaj! I hope they start adding new items to the menu like layalee Lebanon, and the cheese rolls I don't know why you call them. I wish they had a bigger dining area to site with friends or family and enjoy your sweets on the spot. But the place isn't spacious enough. 90% of the time I either pick it up to go and 10% of time I'll it in the car lol. read more

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HORRIBLE Customer Service on the phone: I usually get authentic olive oil from a local sweets shop. Unfortunately, they're out of it. So, I am trying to find a replacement. I called this place to ask them if they sold authentic olive oil. The woman was so rude. She started yelling and cursing and calling me bad things non-stop that I had to really hang up on her. She called me impolite because I asked if she sold olive oil!!!! I will not even think of having any kind of transaction with this place and I don't recommend it. Such a terrible experience and such rude people. Disgusting customer service. read more

I have come to this store for years and I can not say enough good things about it. I'm so happy to see all the five star reviews, it's certainly true. The owner is the nicest person, always giving you something to try the second you walk in. The sweets are the best! So fresh and tasty I've not had a single bad item at this store and the pricing is SO fair for what you get and the portion sizes. Every time I go I get the triangles that are philo with cheese and the kunafe and they are both exceptional. Also there are these little balls covered in coconut they are soooo good. Everyone needs to try this place ASAP it is phenomenal read more

Disgusting, the place is ugly inside, I was there 11/11/2020, ordered a tray of knafe and baklava with Walnuts. The knafe smelled like old cheese it was disgusting. The lady taking order is rude! She was only nice to the people that spoke Arabic. read more

This is one of the best sweet stores in US ! I really love the kunafa and bakalwa it was super delicious! I recommend it for all of my friends read more

Must try the Kunafa filled with cheese and rose syrup! Honestly everything here tastes amazing! Very friendly staff! read more

Albasha Sweet - Deliciousness! - Bakeries Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

Always have fantastic dessert and great service. I also think the price is reasonable. I haven't had a bad experience here yet. Can't ask for more than that! read more

I had never had kunafeh before and saw the good reviews for this place. The reviews were spot on. We bought a couple of different things and they were all great, especially the kunafeh. The girl behind the counter was so nice and so helpful. I'll definitely be coming here often. read more

We enjoyed five large trays of the stunningly crunchy, just-right-sweetness baklava for the Walima luncheon after our son's wedding this weekend. So delicious, great service; wish I could have this in San Diego! It deserves its stars. I like sugar syrup baklava so much more than the honey kind; it is less sweet, crunchier, and you really taste the nuts. I cannot say enough good things! A family member picked it up for us, so I have no opinion about the shop itself. The products -- several varieties -- are top quality! read more

When I travel to Chicago, I always stop by get knafeh and other sweets. I highly recommend them!

We walked in at closing, the owner let us stay and eat as he was cleaning. I had for the first time the "Kanafeh". This place is quality. I was very happy with my sweets. So many other options to try. I will be back. read more

Albasha Sweet - a rather tasty furry looking dessert (Kanafeh) - Bakeries Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

Their knafeh is some of the best i've ever had. The owner is really sweet, he always greets the customers with a big smile. read more

Albasha Sweet - Knafeh (the orange sweet cheese pastry) with I think it's called warbaat. - Bakeries Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

Amazing. Knafa, collogue, belloria - phenomenal. Then we tasted the baklava & it was so smooth and delicious!

Delicious ghorba and knafeh. I ordered up a tray of knafeh and took it on a road trip. The people on the phone were so nice and the desserts were amazing! So happy I found this place and will def be back the next time I pass by! read more

Only can give one star, because never got waited on. Bakery came recommended, but the ladies not only ignored us once but twice. Went down the street for friendlier service read more

Worst place I have ever came to the place is old and needs to be renovated and the girl on the register is so rude she keeps rolling her eyes very disrespectful. read more

Really good sweets, tried alot of this place and everything tastes good. Best kuanafeh in the area

Albasha has some dope Middle Eastern sweets, and of course they have that Middle Eastern hospitality. The owner is so nice, and is happy to let you sample, even when you don't ask. I only wish I lived closer so I can have their knafeh more often! read more

This place has amazing food. Not only is the food good but service is even better. They deliver to all my family parties in Dyer Indiana. Although it's a 25.00 charge it is well worth it and convenient. Keep doing a great job! read more

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I am giving this place 5 stars!!!! From the kanefa to the wrabat and others there so good , everything's on point. The employees are so nice. read more

The ladies there are very nice. Love the Haresah and Awameh. If your not familiar with their product , they will give you a sample. Highly recommended. read more

So I was born in Egypt and used to Middle Eastern sweets Egyptian style and I've to say their Regular Knafeh (not Naboulsy) seems to taste very Egyptian to me. Also their sweets are always fresh and they are always pleasant when meeting customers. I drive all the way from Northwest Chicago to them because of how good their sweets are. read more

The desserts here are fantastic...but the service outdoes it! Extremely sweet (pun intended), friendly, and even gave us some samples to take along free of charge! It was early in the day but she was quick to whip up a knafa for me to take as I was going on a trip out of town. I definitely plan to go back. 5 stars and 2 thumbs up! read more

Yum times a thousand!! If you want amazing Middle Eastern sweets, this is the place to go to. I've been going there for many many years. Al basha seems to impress me every time I go there. I highly recommend their knafe(knafa) or warbat! read more

Must-have, if you're in the area or you simply want to try Arabic sweets. (If you've only had baklava, especially the boxed kind, that's just the tip of the iceberg! So much more! Even Basha doesn't cover it all.) I love their knafe, their nummoora/hareesa, awamat, maamoul, and these little moist coconut balls of their own invention, I think! I'm not sure what's in them, but they're filling. Too bad because you'll want to have more! They invent their own treats often! They always have baklava, hareesa and knafe, but the rest varies, so call ahead if you want something specific or if you're curious about the day's specials! The service is always polite, friendly, and fast too. The only place that may be even better is ElShafei in Burbank. He makes the sweet, decadent halawet el jibn treats, all cheese and syrup, all goodness! By the way, if you're at Basha, there's Bawadi grill across the street for dining, Pita Bakery for savories, like spinach pies, and next door, Al-Omari (hijab, abaya, long skirts) and Mary's, a women's-only salon. read more

This is the spot to get the best knafa. I have tried a lot of places but this one takes the cake literally. The location looks really high end and fancy. The sweets are amazing . Really nice people too read more

The man behind the counter is very helpful. He does well at explaining what you see before you. The prices here are good enough for multiple returns. read more

I don't live close to Albasha AT ALL, but the knafeh here is to die for so I can't help but come back every time. The people who work here are super sweet. The prices are also reasonable and the pieces they give are big. The desserts are also the most authentic, coming from a Lebanese person. read more

Albasha sweets has great quality sweets. I admire their customer service and their wide variety of products. They has Knafeh with sugar substitute for diabetics or anyone who is cutting down on calories and it tastes great and no difference from the regular sugar syrup. read more