Our first visit to Chef Abdul was an absolute winner! My husband and I stopped in for lunch, and we were so impressed. It's a true hole-in-the-wall spot with just enough seating for about 10-15 people, but don't let the size fool you--it's clearly a local favorite because it was busy throughout lunch. We ordered the tabbouleh, lentil soup, mixed shawarma plate, and a falafel wrap, and every single dish was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The owners were incredibly kind and welcoming, and they even treated us to a sample of their baklava. It was so mouthwatering that I had to get some to go! If you're looking for authentic, flavorful food and warm hospitality, this is the place. We highly recommend Chef Abdul and will definitely be back! read more

Chef Abdul Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Charles, Illinois

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5 stars for Chef Abdul Mediterranean Restaurant - a very nice family owned small business in St. Charles. We tried them for the first time today and it was amazing. The waitress was very friendly, and provided us complimentary pita bread and pita chips and a sample of orange/pomegranate juice. The entrees were excellent, the beef kebab was amazing, very tender and fresh, as was the chicken shawarma. The portions are also massive and can easily be split into 2 meals if you wanted to. As an FYI, the dine in area is not very big so if you come during prime lunch time you may not be able to dine in. Overall if you want Mediterranean, I highly recommend Chef Abdul - a great chef and restaurant! read more

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Was in town for a few days and wanted something that was not either fast food or overpriced pub grub. Found this hidden gem in a strip mall behind a grocery store. The small place does not match the huge portions and fantastic flavors of this hand made food. You get the sense that the owner puts his heart and foul into the food. Would definitely return if in the area again. read more

I love Falafel and Chicken Shawarma . My favorite Falafel restaurant is a place in San Jose that has been making the best for years! So instead of taking a plane to California I decided to try Chef Abdul in St Charles. This is a fun photo filled family restaurant that has great service. The Falafel with garlic sauce was phenomenal and the Chicken Shawarma was so flavorful. The shawarma plate is huge and can easily be shared. The Chicken is not juicy but that is how I prefer it. Skip the soup. Didn't finish mine. You may substitute a salad for rice for 2 dollars extra which is fair.Salad was great.The Turkish coffee service is fun and delicious. read more

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The chicken shawarma sandwich is so delicious! It really is my go to for when I want something satisfying, filling, and fresh. I always get extra fries because I'll have leftovers. Normally I'll get one half of the wrap and save the other for later. The service is always wonderful, the family is super nice. The ambiance is filled with culture. You'll see the family's story and culture it's a unique, one of a kind spot. read more

Chef Abdul Mediterranean - Chicken Shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Charles, Illinois

My wife came here and had the most amazing story and experience here. Long story short, the food was really good, but the decor stole the show. The owner has several pictures of himself around the restaurant and it provided just the right ambience for guests. My wife had a sampler platter and said the meal was delicious and that we should come back here on a date. Will do! read more

It's a hidden gem! Food was extremely delicious, place was cozy and welcoming and service was very friendly we will be back

Amazing food!! We come back again and again, the baklava is delicious and the mix shawarma plate is my favorite, love that it has a little bit of everything! Service is always great and the people are kind. Highly recommend trying it out if you're in the area read more

I came here last week on a Tuesday lunch and got the beef kebab sandwich wrap. Food came out pretty quickly, and I was BLOWN AWAY by the first bite. The beef was so tender and so smoky, I was shocked. This might have been the best mediterranean food I've ever had... Not the biggest fan of the ambiance. It's somewhat small too. But the food more than makes up for it. I enjoyed it so much I came back the next day with some friends and ordered the same thing. Will definitely be back. read more

After spending time in St Charles and Geneva, we headed to Chef Abdul for lunch because it was the closest halal spot. Chef Abdul is a hidden gem. It's cramped inside, and there's a ton of decorations and photos. There are only a few tables, so I'd recommend going at off-peak times; otherwise get takeout. It's kind of a hole in the wall, so they only have paper menus and plastic cutlery, but that's okay. At least there's table service. We ordered a Chef Abdul combo platter and a kufta sandwich. The combo platter was very good overall and included a beef kefta kabob, chicken kefta kabob, 3 falafel, a potato kubba, and a rice kubba. Both kubba were tasty, but the falafel and chicken kefta were mediocre. The platter included tahini sauce, garlic sauce, and hot sauce, all of which were tasty. The kufta sandwich was not at all what I expected. I figured it would be a wrap or in some sort of roll, but it was in a large boat-shaped bun. The kufta was delicious, and the toppings like onion and sumac went well with it. The bread made it a little hard to eat due to size and density. The sandwich also included fries and soup. We had a choice of lentil or spinach soup; we chose the latter and it was very good. The pita chips that came with the soup were also tasty and fun to eat. The family that runs the restaurant is friendly. My son even got a photo with Chef Abdul himself. Service was excellent, and pricing was fair. Excellent restaurant overall. read more

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Fantastic family owned restaurant with food so wonderful it's like being welcomed into someone's home. A truly wonderful experience. read more

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Was there yesterday. Maybe my expectations were too high. I did enjoy it, but it didn't live up to the overwhelming strong reviews. I will go back and give it another go. Decent experience. read more

My favorite place to get the best Mediterranean food. It's absolutely fantastic and they are the nicest people in the world. Chef Abdul will come out and visit with you and his family are so polite and nice. Would highly recommend. read more

I am part of a group called the "committee of young and distinguished gentlemen" who every month meet for lunch or dinner at a different restaurant in the area. This month's meeting took place at Chef's Abdul in St.Charles. I have to say I have been living in this area for 27 years and never knew this gem existed. We had our food served family style. We started out with Turkish coffee, Tabbouleh (chopped parsley, tomatoes, onions, quinoa, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar & pomegranate seeds) & two types of hummus. Followed by two types of Falafel. For our main meal we had chicken & beef with Biryani rice with Quinoa (stuffed with onions & beef) We finished off with Arabic hot tea with cardamom & various types of Baklava. Everything was outstanding, service (family run restaurant, with dad, mom & son doing the cooking & the three daughters serving. This is definitely on my return list as it should be to my followers read more

Very good and tasty food like The kuppah is so good and the kebab is amazing and then I had the chicken shawarma and i was in heaven! And the service is really fast and the whole story gives off a great vibe read more

Very authentic food with a unique decor. The highlight was the warmth but the server and chef truly appreciating the visit. Delicious hummus and falafel. Will be back when in ages. read more

Essentially a perfect restaurant. Do not miss the garlic sauce (toum?). Falafel moist and rich. Shawarma all superb; baklava often complimentary. The decor must be experienced to be understood. Absolute local gem. read more

Everything is absolutely delicious! So fresh and homemade. Service outstanding! Definitely will be back!!! read more

Chef Abdul Mediterranean - Veggie falafel sandwich and appetizer platter. - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Charles, Illinois

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Chef Abdul is a true gem in St. Charles! From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed like family by Chef Abdul and his 2 daughters --it genuinely felt like being invited into someone's living room. The warmth and hospitality are only matched by the incredible food. The lentil soup is the best I've ever had--comforting and full of flavor. The beef kabob was perfectly grilled, tender, and seasoned just right. And don't leave without trying the baklava--flaky, sweet, and absolutely delicious. I also loved the homemade fruit drink--so refreshing and perfect for a summer day. It was the kind of thoughtful touch that makes this place so special. This is more than just a meal--it's a family sharing their passion for Mediterranean cooking. Thank you for such a memorable experience and an outstanding meal! I will be back when I travel here again! 2 words: Heartwarming Delicious! read more

Small place with delicious food and friendly service! Will come back next time I'm in the area.

Delicious food, fast service and possibly the kindest people you will ever encounter!! Love this place, love the food and the people who work here! Highly recommend, must try read more

Chef Abdul Mediterranean - Shawarma plates, falafels, pita bread and chips, lentil soup, dolmas, cinnamon rice and baklava - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Charles, Illinois

I went there for lunch today and had the combo platter and my workmate had the chicken kabobs. We were both very pleased with the food and service. 5 Stars to Chef Abdul and his daughter that served us. read more

CALL FIRST TO CHECK IF THEY ARE OPEN!!! I'm sure the place is great but it's closed til August 24th for vacation. I will be nice and give 3 stars. Looks like a cute place! However we drove all the way from Schaumburg as they have great ratings and good menu unfortunately they had a sign taped up on the door saying they are on vacation until August 24th! I wish they would have posted this on their Yelp and google maps site (updated hours). Waste of time and gas! read more

Chef Abdul Mediterranean - the front of the restaurant - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Charles, Illinois

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This is by far the best Mediterranean food in this area. I wish they'd do cooking classes so I could learn how to make their humus and fresh bread. If you want authentic look no where else. read more

Home style hospitality and food. We will be back! The soup was amazing! The owner and chef visited our table with a taste of the baklava

When we pulled up in the parking lot the first thing we noticed was there nicely decorated van. When we walked inside the restaurant we were greeted right away by the sweetest lady. She sat us and took our order. I made a quick video of the restaurant so you can see how it looks. There are 9 two seater tables and some are pushed together. So 18 people can dine in at a time. Our waitress dropped off a bottle of water and a basket with pita chips while we we waiting for our food. I ordered 6 veggie falafel, 1 quinoa kubba, 1 rice kubba it came with 2 tahini sauces and hot sauce My husband ordered the chicken kabob combo (it came with lentil soup and rice) garlic sauce and hot sauce The food is fantastic here! The falafel were crispy/crunchy on the outside and soft and moist on the inside! After we paid our bill, she gave us a sample of the baklava it was so fresh and sweet! Yummy! If your in the area you have to give this restaurant a try! You will not be disappointed! read more

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Amazing treasure of home cooked goodness.Layla was a wonderful hostess.Shared their baklava with us.Mouth watering,not a lot of honesty,so much filling. Their chicken,soup,rice,and everything else was so good and so much food,had enough for dinner. Fun place surrounded by family love,food shows it.Treasures surround you from their travels. What a warm, lovely family with delicious foods,sure to please. read more

Ordered a salad, hummus, combo platter for carry out.Happened to see the restaurant while driving by and placed an online order. Wow! The food was nothing short of delicious. We will be back soon. Thank you! read more

Tiny strip mall gem with fantastic food and great vibes. There's a huge photo of Chef Abdul right when you walk in, and the walls are covered in photos of him with diners. You'll probably see him if you dine in; if you're lucky, he'll send you a piece of baklava. His wife and daughter are warm and welcoming. The food made with love and on the spot. My favorites are the chicken shawarma & falafel, both superb. Outstanding pita. The garlic sauce is off the charts. No reservations about this recommendation! read more

Came here for takeout for a park picnic with our son. My husband got shawarma and I got a falafel sandwich. We also got hummus + tabbouleh. Everything was seriously SO GOOD- my sandwich was the thing falafel dreams are made of. Also, everyone in the restaurant was super friendly with our little son + understanding of kids. Toddlers can be CHAOS when they are out in a new environments and we had already been dragging our kiddo about all day looking for a new car, so it was a relief for me that the staff was so kind. We had a lot of fun looking through all the pictures on the walls while we waited- so cool! Delicious food from a guy who has clearly had a lot of epic adventures in his life. Would also say this would be an amazing date spot. Quiet, great food, lots to look at.. Just a thought ;) We will definitely be back whenever we are in the area again. read more

Chef Abdul Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Charles, Illinois

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Definitely one of my go-to spots! We had their food catered for our wedding rehearsal dinner and everyone raced about it!! Their chicken shawarma plate is my favorite and the baklava cannot be missed. Love this place so much! read more

Nope. This is my secret spot. You can't have it. I will give you the updated menu though (02/23). But... if you wanted to try something out of the box... their cheesesteak is unbelievable. UN-BELIEVE-ABLE. read more

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Got the combo appetizer today. The falafel was good, as well as the vine leaves, hummus, rice, and Tabboleh. Definitely will be coming back. read more

Chef Abdul Mediterranean - Appetizer combo - Mediterranean Near Me - St. Charles, Illinois

Very welcoming family owned restaurant serving amazing food! I had the platter which came with everything. The seasoning on the chicken and beef was perfect. This place is a must try if you are in the area!!! read more

You will never find better service. Chef Abdul greets everyone and is so very friendly! Layla has mastered the concept of customer service. She anticipated every need and served everything with a smile and guidance when needed. The food was great and plentiful. We enjoyed shawarma, the sampler platter, baba ganoush, baklava, and pita chips. We will be back soon! read more

Food and service was excellent!!! Will definitely be back!!! Wish I tried it sooner!!!

The food is top notch and fresh. A true hole in the wall gem of a food spot. The staff are truly so kind and welcoming. Chef Abdul himself is great and brings a real joy and charm to the atmosphere! If you're wondering if you should go, you're already waiting too long to try. You will be happy you did. read more

I have been there three times and if could i would go every day. The food is amazing it's delicious, very fresh, and the service was excellent. I highly recommend! read more

Chef Abdul is our go-to restaurant for take-out. I love the Chicken Shwarma meal. It comes with a lot of rice, 3 falafels and soup. Hint - get the lentil soup. The chicken and beef kabobs are also good. It's a very small place and I think mostly take-out. There are a few tables if you want to eat in, but we have not. The place is decorated with pictures of happy customers and all kinds of cool stuff from Iran. They are always super friendly and the food is great! read more

Our favorite restaurant in St Charles to get takeout. We got them catered for our rehearsal dinner, and the food wowed everyone there. I married into a Balkan family and they said they haven't had better Middle Eastern/Mediterranean food. I grew up in France, where there were a lot of varieties of Middle Eastern food, I was thrilled to find them because I haven't had anything in Chicagoland that was as good as Chef Abdul. We typically get their Chicken Shawarma plate, and baklava sometimes as a sweet treat. They're extremely courteous and friendly and the environment inside is small, though cozy! We actively plan out when to come back, budget permitting! It's a wonderful place and definitely worth a visit. read more