I went to Medi for cocktails and was really impressed! We sat at the bar and received great…read moreservice. The whole restaurant is beautiful with a really fun ambience that makes it great for girl's night or a date. Both drinks we got : the Dubai Chocolate Old Fashioned and the Habibi, One More Time were fantastic. They were garnished beautifully too! The pricing was on par with other restaurants in the area. I'll be back again soon!

Food was solid…read more Service was really good. Very attentive and had no issues. Ambiance is nice but it can get loud depending on the time you're going. It was quite noisy around 9pm

Beautiful! Noema is simply beautiful. Keep reading and I'll…read moretell you why. You're going to see that word a lot. Cuisine: Modern Greek Mediterranean My friend and I went to Noema to celebrate my 41st birthday because we are foodies and have been since we were kids. Now we don't consider ourselves food snobs but we can be a bit critical -- we do a lot of eating out lol so food, service, and ambiance matter. Noema easily hit all 3! The space is beautiful and feels peaceful. The interior design choices yield warmth, earthy, natural. Think California-ish. It's giving oasis. I see Noema was looking to get us relaxed so we would spend our money and stay awhile...which we did almost shutting the place down, lol. (our reservation was @ 7:30p so you can imagine) Here I am yapping again. Yall here to know about the food. Cocktails: Beautiful, literally. Berry & Thyme is a must! Crazy flavorful. Market Beets: soooo good. Nutritious and light. The pesto, burrata, and pine nuts set it off! I'm gon try to recreate at home. Wish me luck yall LOL. Greek Beef Patty: must recommend. The beef was super flavorful, herby and didn't leave us feeling heavy. Heritage chicken: kabob, if you like chicken this gets the job done. Juicy. Tzatziki was some of the best I've had. Lamb chops: 4 real sized chops simply delicious. Not those chops that are obviously cut in half cuz ummm hello. Lol Ice cream: real and full of vanilla Tip: squeeze lemon on everything. It truly enhanced every single dish it accompanied. Not to forget, I'll be back for the short rib! We ended up sharing the evening with a beautiful couple, Jason & Gwen who were celebrating their 43rd anniversary. Heyyy Jason and Gwen!!! Things got kicked off by a simple smile and hello. Gwen had the short rib and said as the bday girl I had to try it and I'm glad I did. Like I said I'll be back for it. Not only did we share food, we shared conversation about everything from family to politics to fun...they were the reason we "shut the place down" lol. I'm hoping to run into them again Waiter: PATRICK. He's such a delightful Polish gentleman who sang happy birthday to me in polish. He was knowledgeable and funny as hell with informed recommendations. He normally bartends but was on the wait staff this evening. I just know it doesn't matter where Patrick is he brings laughs and vibes. Crowd: diverse, beautiful lol. Bathrooms: beautiful and clean. Unisex. Overall experience about Noema in a few words: Beautiful. Flavorful. Open (space, food, and ppl). Sharing is caring. Verdict: 9.3/10. I GOTTA BUT ME SOME PINE NUTS. I have a bit of footage attached. I didn't get it all because we immediately got to chowing down. My bad yall lol. I'll do better. Til next time...and if you see me out, call me Dede Cheers

Absolutely loved the food here!!…read more It was a great ambiance, being busy but not too loud or crowded. The server was so nice and checked on us multiple times. We ordered a variety of dishes and shared everything. I can't complain about any of the food it was all so great. They have a huge patio which we didn't get to enjoy because it was so hot but I would certainly go back here for some cocktails and to try new items on the menu.

food: the gyro and everything else was good and tasted authentic. portion size is also good…read more service: nice staff and food came fast. cash only establishment ambiance: sat outside and the weather was perfect

Sadly I found this place right before I move…read more This place is cash only so make sure to come prepared - I do think there's an atm at the bar next door if you do forget. We tried the skirt steak and chicken. The steak is OUTSTANDING. I'm not sure what secret spice blend they use in the kitchen but it's delicious. We always make sure to order a side of pita and Tzatziki to make our own gyros. The chicken is also a great choice, but the steak remains #1. The service here is always quick. We've never had to wait for a table, but if we did the bar connected next door is a great place to hang out in the meantime.

Breakfast edition…read more Food: yummy and generous. Very authentic according to a Turkish friend. I believe served only on weekends. Service: very friendly waiters, fast Ambience: family, big groups friendly!

I genuinely really liked the food, the ambiance and the service! The restaurant is nicely spaced…read moreout and aesthetic, although it does get a bit loud when it's busy and the chairs were a tad too low but that's more personal preference. The servive was absolutely amazing with a very funny and personable waiter and staff constantly checking on us and refilling the complimentary tea! The tea was delicious and so was all of the food. We got the lamb scramble breakfast for 3 and the backlava crepes and it was all absolutely delicious. Can't think of a single thing that wasn't good and you can tell every ingredient used was high quality and nicely seasoned. I had to take 2 stars off for the price and credit card surcharge that's not highlighted or stated anywhere before you pay. The price because the breakfast set is definitely on the high end, and because it's one of the few places in chicago that does kurdish food well, so it's swallowable. I would definitely come back more often if it was cheaper. But charging a credit card fee on top of the high prices is always annoying and a no go, especially when it's not clearly stated anywhere beforehand. They clearly know no one is carrying around that much cash so it's easy extra money and just frustrating as a customer.

Amazing food. Fresh, unique, and so flavorful. And service is outstanding. We were there as a…read morefamily and the waiters accomodated all the allergies in the family. Take out is also a great option.

OH BABYYYYY GALATA ME CRAZY! WOW ! My lovely friend told me about this new Mediterranean spot and…read morewe knew we had to check it out!! I would order one of everything again! I deducted one star for the service, it was pretty slow and we had to wait 10+ minutes to order and close out, but I added it back because the food was so good and fresh! We ordered: App spread platter ( this is a MUST) The tea Cheese cigar rolls GALATA Salad Beyti Kebap! ( A must order) Rice pudding POST tip we left STUFFED for $114 total which I think is a great price for all the food we got!! This is perfect place for a group meal! Very easy to share everything!

There aren't too many spots in Chicago that are serving up polish street food, so after entirely…read moretoo long of a delay, I was excited to finally make it over to this spot! We stopped by around 1pm on a Saturday, and it was not at all too busy. The inside was sort of modern-rustic and they had a beautiful patio that made for a perfect spot to soak up the sunlight. The staff was super nice and patient- you could tell that they took pride in the restaurant. We opted for the polish platter and prosciutto zapi. The baguette was perfectly crispy on the latter and the sweet fig jam, creamy cheese, and savory prosciutto were balanced perfectly. Surprisingly, it was not too filling and perfect for sharing. I came on a mission for the polish platter and it was everything I'd hoped for! The kielbasa had a perfect crispy char that was rounded out nicely with a generous serving of sauerkraut and stone ground mustard. The sauerkraut and pickled veggies had a hint of sweetness and were actually not too tangy. The pierogi were pillowy, soft, and delightfully cheesy. However, the potato pancake really stole the show for me- the potato was shredded super finely which kept it moist in the middle, with an outside that was as crispy as a potato chip. The portions were generous and the prices were very reasonable. Overall, a fantastic experience. I will definitely return soon and encourage all to pay a visit!

They still have the same excellent ribs and tips as when the place was Lillie's Barbecue. On my…read moremost recent visit I ordered the Polish platter, which offers a little of everything. It was all very good and I'd get it again. I do have to echo what some have said about the service. Everything started off fine, but then after I had my food, my server just disappeared. Another walked past twice and said nothing despite my clean plate clearly indicating I was finished. I finally had to ask for my check. If they can get their service issues sorted out I'd bump them up to 5 stars.

This Lebanese restuarant has been on my list for quite a while. Finally gave it a try and it did…read morenot disappoint! For food I tried the Adis Bil Hamod and Masdgouf. The first one was (non-pureed) lentil soup with swiss chard, onnions, potatoes and cilantro. The ingredients made the soup rich in flavor. Meanwhile, the stewed potato slightly thickened the soup to richen the texture. I wish there could be more swiss chard, though. The Masdgouf was a hit: unlike traditional Iraq Masdgouf, they pan seared the cod (well, cod is quite tender so searing is actually a better idea), then topped it with a mixture of finely diced veg, peppers and tamarind paste. Served with Lebanese rice, grilled bell peppers and grilled Roma tomatoes. Compared to the Lebenese rice I had in Atlanta, the rice in this one was longer and drier, while the vermicelli in it was softer and more moist. Overall it tasted savory, sweet, sour, with a hint of spiciness. They did a good job in balancing these flavors. I also got some pita -- not those thin, balloon pita but tasted fresh and good, and not salty at all. Serice was friendly and quick. After the meal the chef asked me about my dining experience and I praised highly of the two dishes. She told me that while Masdgouf was not originally from Lebanon, she tried to add some Lebenese element to it, e.g., the tamarind paste. I really appreciate her effort to do something unique and delicious! The only thing I (seriously) hope they could do better was about handling the smoke from the kitchen. At first I was seated near the kitchen and the smoke made my lung uncomfortable; needless to say how it would affect the restaurant staff. If they could get a better range hood it would do good to both the staff and customers' health! I will try more dishes the next time I visit Chicago.

Very worth coming! Super wonderful flavors and high quality ingredients. The Makanek was seriously…read moretasty, served with pita, garlic sauce, and tahini sauce. I enjoyed the balance of all flavors with flavorful olive oil to finish it all off. Salty, complex, and with all the herbs and spices you'd crave. I was very happy i ordered the labneh, it was very fresh and you could really taste the fresh add-ins and goat milk flavor. This spot is seriously special.

This place was a very happy find! In the area, with a large group, looking for a pizza spot and…read moresome of us didn't want pizza and this literally was across the street. We bopped in and little to our surprise, it was the best decision we made all day. I got the shawarma bowl with gryo and the garlic sauce fries and wow, everything was to die for. I wish I wasn't just visiting Chicago so this place was more accessible to me everyday. But I fear i'd go broke if this was in my city. This is a great quick lunch option especially if visiting the zoo/park/beach area. Everything felt light, fresh, and healthy. It felt a little pricey for me but it's Chicago so it may be normal so take that as you will but for how delicious and the amazing ingredients it's worth it. Especially that dang pink sauce on the fries....you've got to get the garlic sauce fries if you check this place out. Some of the most beautiful and tasty fries i've ever had! The atmosphere is cute and bright too. A happy place to eat lunch and hang out in! I'm not from Chicago so i'm already missing this place! Add to your "must try" list for sure!

Thoroughly enjoyed my breakfast at Evette's! Incredible…read morebreakfast sandwich, unique hasbrown waffle shaped exterior, loaded with thick, perfectly cooked bacon. Loved the chimichuri and spicy mayo combo on this. The halloumi tacos were also a hit, flavors paired very well and ingredients tasted fresh. Staff were all extremely kind! Smaller storefront with a couple of tables inside and out.