We stopped by for dinner after our kiddo played at Next Level Play Center next door. I've wanted to…read moretry this restaurant forever and I'm so glad we finally made it! We ordered a combination platter #5 (chicken and falafel), a chicken wrap with fries and a drink, and hummus with pita. The food was amazingly fresh and delicious. The fries were so crispy and the hummus was very flavorful. I loved the Lebanese olive oil that was in the hummus... definitely one of the best olive oils I have ever tasted. I was only able to eat half of the wrap and have leftovers for lunch. The employees were kind and patient with my family when we tried to decide what to order. They answered questions without complaint. The restaurant had plenty of comfortable seating and was clean and well decorated. I will definitely be going back here with my family any time we are in the area!

Came back here again for catering (this is my second time) and they were just as amazing. I ordered…read morefor another event at my house and everything went so smoothly. They're always super friendly and attentive. They even offered to help me carry everything out to my car which I really appreciated. And the cutest part the owner's dad went and grabbed me two falafels for the road like that was so sweet. I love supporting family-owned businesses, especially when they're this consistent. The food is always fresh, and even a day or two later it still tastes really good which is a big deal for catering. This is definitely my go-to now for events. I'll 100% keep using them and recommending to my friends.

We ordered thinking it was going to be amazing It wasn't…read morethough First off it was very very bland 2nd we didn't get a lot of meat portion 3rd 80% of the box was just stuffed with rice and less meat The food tasted ok Pita bread was good Very nice service though that takes the 1 stars

Food is to die for. Service, if you ain't wit it you can't hang. Ambiance, what does that even mean…read morelol.

Great food. We could dine in or take out, but we usually take out. I highly recommend the chicken…read morekabobs dinner.

Saw this gem last year got to try it today. The shawarma is the real deal -- meat that's actually…read morebeen turning on the spit, crispy edges, juicy inside, and well seasoned. Garlic sauce is very good. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the Mary and Marty are genuinely friendly. Place is small and unassuming from the outside, but that's usually how you know a spot is going to be good. Highly recommend the chicken shawarma platter and a side of hummus.

I like the Algerian food they made it's delicious Especially the Algerian tacos , chapati and meat…read moregrilled.

First timer! Came in today for lunch and had the falafel sandwich. It came with a size of hummus…read moreand I asked for hot sauce. Naeem the chef was so kind and Cooked a delicious meal. It was so hot and fresh and perfect. I also met the owner Nasser and he was awesome. I love this little gem in Jefferson Park neighborhood. I hope they expand to more locations in the city. Would love to be able to have their food delivered in Logan Square. You can also get their food delivered on all the apps.

Store front restaurant in a strip mall is find! Plenty of parking. Half a dozen tables for dining…read more While we were there, they had a steady stream of take out orders. Their is a nick-nack with a flag of Jordan, maybe the influence is coming from. Their Gyros is not the typical style in the USA, all the same ingredients firmly wrapped in their flat bread rather than a pita. Baba Ghanouj is one of my favorite dishes from middle eastern cuisine, EZ Shawarma does an excellent version. Also impressed by their Lamb Chops at $24, serverd on Basmati yellow rice with grilled vegetables. We also had chicken Shawarma entrée also served on Basmati yellow rice with grilled vegetables. We finished off with Baklava.

First time visiting, I decided to get a Chicken Shawarma sandwich. It was even better than I…read moreexpected. First they used a very generous portion of fresh grilled chicken, it was wrapped burrito style in a tortilla. It was infused with pickles, a mild garlic sauce and melted cheese. It was delicious, much better than the chicken that comes from a spit. I visited on a Monday night around 8. pm. Atmosphere was casual and not rushed. Very friendly service, will definitely visit again and try other selections.

I first visited Al Bawadi Grill at their Bridgeview location, and it was an outstanding experience…read more The food was delicious, and the service was exceptional, which is why I kept coming back. I've since visited the Niles location several times. The food has always been consistently excellent, but unfortunately the service has never matched the quality of the kitchen. Today's visit was by far the worst. It took over 10 minutes for our server to come to the table to take our order. Throughout the meal, I had to repeatedly flag her down whenever we needed something. To make matters worse, she seemed to disappear halfway through dinner--I'm assuming she clocked out--because we had to get another server's attention just to receive basic assistance. The food, however, was fantastic. I ordered the Al Bawadi Seafood Mixed Grill, and it absolutely delivered. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. That's what makes this so frustrating. This restaurant serves some of the best Middle Eastern food in the area, but when you're paying premium prices, you expect service that matches the quality of the food. I still recommend the food without hesitation, but the consistently poor service at the Niles location is making it harder to justify returning.

I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. If you are looking for delicious food in a beautiful…read moreroom with excellent service, you've come to the right place. Our server was so kind and never let us make the mistake of ordering the wrong thing. She gave us her recommendations every step of the way and every single one was perfect. What we got: Mint lemonade: 5/5. SO refreshing and delicious. Perfect sweetness and the little bit of pulp you get is great. I only wish there was more of it! Chicken arayes: 4.5/5. Crispy, cheesy, garlicky. Need I say more? Get some extra garlic on the side if you wanna take it up a notch. Fried halloumi: 4/5. These are like a soft mozzarella stick, so tasty. Definitely eat the pickles with them. Lamb chops: 4.5/5. 4 tender lamb chops seasoned beautifully. Definitely recommend the red rice over the yellow if you can handle a little bit of heat. Kanafeh: 5/5. Whoever thought that cheese, sweet syrup, phyllo, and pistachios would go together is a genius. Definitely don't leave without getting this dessert. The salt of the cheese perfectly balances out the sweetness. No notes! And get some peppermint tea to go with it too. And the portion sizes are huge! Definitely get your money's worth here. My only issue is this place is right by my job so now I'm gonna go broke getting food here all the time. But that's a problem I'd love to have!

Visiting relatives in the areas so we grabbed a quick lunch here. I ordered a falafel plate that…read morecame with rice and salad. My husband got a chicken wrap with fries. As a big falafel fan I've had plenty to compare to this and I'd say this was pretty good not the best but good. My husband's chicken wrap on the other hand was really good. I'd recommend this spot as they were also really reasonable priced and very quick.

Good food Good customer service…read more Reasonable price................................................................................................................................................

Really kind service! The person working the counter let us try a small sample of all the different…read moremeats before making a decision on what to get, as well as was patient with us choosing. The food is decent. We got a few plates which came with pickles (wayyy too salty), fries, and a drink. The meat itself was ok, not dry and decent seasoning (some were a little saltier than others). Lentil soup is not v seasoned, really just a liquid pallet cleanser. Seating isn't anything special, but ample room for many groups to sit.

The staff was the absolute sweetest! The food was incredible. I got the build your own bowl, with…read moretzatziki, chicken, Shawarma, veggies, and garlic sauce. Absolutely delicious!

Great spot in Chicago. The food had amazing flavors, the space was beautiful, and the overall…read moreexperience felt special without being too formal. A place I'd gladly visit again.

Ambiance was great, food was quite good, and service was good. I recommend for the ambiance…read moreespecially, since the decor is so nice!

Wow! I loved Ema. We were here for a rehearsal dinner in a separate area. I didn't get food pics…read morelike I usually do as it was all delivered family style. Didn't want to say "hold on while I take pics" to people I don't know. But I was super impressed. We had a fixed menu with unique and upscale twists on Mediterranean favorites. The flavors of each dish were tasty - some with unexpected sweetness and others with a kick. I'll attach the menu of what we were served. Every single thing was great. And the desserts -- wow. Both were amazing. I loved having a few bites of each dish so I got a sampling of a many things. Next time I come to Chicago, I'd have ema on a list to visit if it fit into the trip for sure. Lastly -- we loved the decor and surroundings and I did grab a picture of those.

Several vegetarian choices. A bit pricey…read more Great food quality and flavor and presentation. Good service.