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Came here for a date night! Interesting menu where you kind of choose your own adventure!! It didn't quite feel Michelin worthy quality to me but I think the portion sizes were nice and huge! Service was normal! The Kubbeh , the cocktails and the eggplant dip were really the only things that stood out to me! I don't think I would come back here for food but happy to have experienced it! Very lively restaurant
Galit offers a cozy four course meal that is both creative and filling. When we arrived, our table was not ready so we were seated at the bar. Service was fine but not overly warm, and since it was our first time, we found ourselves asking about the menu rather than having it introduced. The menu starts with a shared hummus. We had the bubbe's brisket, which was very tender, along with four sides to mix and dip with pita. For the second course, we chose the kubbeh halab and beef tongue. The kubbeh halab, a fried dumpling with lamb, was flavorful and came with some dill and brown sauce, that worked well together. The beef tongue was extremely tender and paired nicely with its rich sauce. The stuffed cabbage with rice was a bit plain compared to the other dishes. For mains, we had the barramundi and lobster. Both were cooked well. The sweet potato purée with the barramundi did not work as well with the beurre blanc since the textures were too similar, and there was a bit too much sauce. The lobster stood out with a citrus sauce and slices of blood orange, and paired nicely with the parsnip purée. Worth the additional $20. For dessert, we had the malabi, which was described to us like a panna cotta. The citrus topping was a bit too tart, so this was probably my least favorite course. Overall, really good execution on their meats and seafood. We would come back and try other dishes. They also offer a happy hour with some dishes available à la carte.
Very cute and intimate location in Lincoln Park. This was a pre set menu and it hit on every single dish. Great way to experience Israeli Mediterranean cuisine. From presentation to the last morsel everything was amazing. The staff thought of the very single detail down to the challah trays they use to bring things to your table. Warm and inviting atmosphere. Would give them 10 stars:
Second time round to Galit and loved it just as much as the first! Celebrated mum's birthday and all the staff were so lovely and sweet. The hummus and salatim spread we started off with was so delicious - the pita here is truly one of the best in Chicago. I personally found the carrots delightful. The carrots were charred, coated with a sweet glaze, and topped with crumbled feta and a hazelnut crunch (duqqa), truly a very well thought out dish, hit all the elements of a perfect bite! I really loved the barramundi in the main course. The fish was so tender and flaky, and I loved the beurre blanc and what seemed like a sweet potato / squash mash at the bottom. Ambiance was great, not too busy/loud, really lovely way to celebrate with family!
We enjoyed our dinner here this past week. Great service and yummy food! The dips are delicious. I had a mushroom and squash fish that didn't look like much, but it was very full of flavor. He had the kubbeh halab with lamb. We shared the lobster and the wall eye. Both were so tasty. The lobster had a great smokey flavor and was very tender. I loved the malabi dessert and he enjoyed the strawberry parfait. 5 stars!!!
Given the numerous fine dining options in Chicago, we were excited to try a Michelin starred restaurant, Galit. The prix fixe tasting menu had many classic Middle Eastern dishes, such as hummus with pita bread, labneh, falafel, and dolma. All of these dishes were executed well and true to the classic recipes and flavors. However, given the price point and the Michelin star status, I was hoping for more innovation and creativity in the food. If you eat middle eastern food often, I'm not sure I would recommend this tasting menu for you. As for the service, the staff was friendly but they did not clean off the table in between courses which left us with pita crumbs and fallen meze bits all over until the end of the meal. Comparing this to other Michelin star establishments, the attention to detail was lacking.
Just ate here again and the experience was way less enjoyable than the previous time. But what really ruined it was a terrible server. She just didn't give a shit about us, was sort of rude and seemed annoyed with our table. And then at the end proceeded to ask for an additional tip. They already have a mandatory 20% tip plus 4% for employee benefits. So you are at 24%. That should be sufficient. But she told us the tip gets split between the front of the house and the back of the house and any additional tip will just go to her. That was ballsy. I wish I had told her to "F" all the way off, but I am not that type of person. I did however call management the next day to let them know and they really didn't care. So I won't be going back. The meal is already pricey for what it is. The above be just ruined it. Save your money and go elsewhere.
Galit is in the Lincoln park neighborhood of Chicago offering wonderful middle eastern food. A fixed menu where everything is easily shareable and offering unique takes on dishes. A very modern feel to the place and the vibe was pretty relaxed offering a pretty quiet environment. The food was all very delicious offering homemade pita bread, a great selection of dips. The pastrami is an excellent example of how they fuse middle eastern and American dishes together. We got the wine pairing to go with it. Where all the wines are from the middle eastern region and offers unique and hard to find wines that you can't find just at any liquor store. Overall great experience with excellent service definitely someplace to go for a special evening.
While i didn't go to the restaurant itself, i had the opportunity to try their food at the spilt milk family meal Monday. You could choose between the grilled harissa chicken and the mushroom souvlaki as your entrees. Both were being grilled live so the smell was amazing and i got to try both entrees. I haven't had a bbq this good in ages. I got to try both entrees which had distinct flavors so you would tell they were marinated very well. The accompaniments were also super yummy - some charred cabbage and beans with the mushroom souvlaki and a tomato peach salad and bread with the chicken. I did like the mushrooms entree accompaniments slightly better. Can't wait to go to their restaurant one day!
I'm so glad we celebrated our anniversary at Galit during Restaurant Week! If you eat a lot of MENA food, this Palestinian-Israeli fusion spot might feel very familiar, as it did to us. But! It nonetheless was a delicious and generous feast! All the dishes were fantastic, from the salatim and humus to the shawarma and squash. But those carrots were divine - I will be thinking about them for a long time! I really appreciated that the veggie dishes felt intentional, rather than an after thought - I can imagine this spot would be easy to feast at for anyone with dietary restrictions. The phyllo dessert was divine and the celebratory nonalcoholic bubbles and card were such a lovely touch! Seating was comfortable, though a tad crowded for my comfort. The service? Attentive, sincere, jovial, just immaculate. Thank you, Galit, for the wonderful memories we got to create with you!
CRW dinner menu ($60) *masabacha hummus - so creamy and fresh, the best hummus I ever had *pitas - they are so fluffy and airy like pillows *labneh - tasted like a very light cheese with a cream cheese texture *ezme - flavorful and has a slight sweetness to it *pickles - veggies were pickled very well, cuts through the taste with other dips, you can taste the ginger too *falafel - fried perfectly and served fresh and hot *ghapeli polo - this was okay, interesting toppings on the saffron rice that works out well *barramundi - fished cooked to perfection and falls apart easily, the sauce around it talked like sweet potatoes but it wasn't *pastrami - wow that meat was amazing and it melts in your mouth, salad was good too *crispy phyllo pie - tasted like apple pie but served with whipped labneh *malabi - wow, never had any dessert like this before, very unique and def on the sweeter side, all the ingredients blended well together *pomegranate gazoz - tasted like a fruity soda but on a lighter side *Sekanjabin gazoz - very unique soda drink and the mint brings out the flavor and has a nice surprise to it Ambience and the interior design inside is very clean and slick and love the light beams hanging from the ceiling. They have a design cutout and the light reflects it showing the design shadow along the walls. Love the open kitchen concept and the cushion designs on the booth seats are nice. Service here is great and they are attentive to your needs. FYI, they do charge an employee benefits contribution (4%) and the team Galit service charge (20%) on your bill at the end. They accept additional tip on top of that which goes directly to the front-of-house service team.
I had heard a lot about this place and I am a lover of Middle eastern food so I was very excited to try them out. Me and my girl ordered the Bubbe's brisket, Foie Gras, asparagus, lamb, and the smoked turkey shawarma, and the caramel chocolate torte. In my opinion the stars of the meal were the bubbe's brisket, smoked turkey shawarma, and the Carmel chocolate torte; with dessert being my favorite course. The lamb was a little dry in my opinion, the asparagus was cold which was not what we were expecting (great citrus flavor though), the foie gras was unmemorable. Service was pretty good. Espresso martini was also enjoyable. Overall decent dinner but nothing that WOWed me.
Galit never disappoints, but wow it's a lot of food. We sat by the kitchen this time to watch the chefs do their thing which I think is so fun. The labneh, snap peas, and esme were all great starters. I'm still not a big pickle gal though. We got the brisket hummus again and it is sooo good though I'm wondering if the brisket is part of the reason I barely made it to dessert. The falafel was good, but I remember it being amazing and this time just thought it was good with the yogurt being the best part. The Fois Gras was super interesting and sort of sweet like a breakfast toast. Tasty but and interesting flavor profile for dinner. The lamb was supppper good especially with the sauce and beans that it came with. We also really enjoyed the pastrami and slaw though it wasn't quite as good as the lamb. The tiramisu isn't quite as big as it looks from the top (thank god) and it was decent, but I think I'd try something else next time. Overall, we love Galit and they gave us a cookie to go!
Beautiful food. I loved the pickled items and the yogurt butter. The fish was so delicious. I would come here again. They also gave us cookies for the road on our way out. I think they over booked because they place was packed and they charged us for "call", which is weird and I had never seen a that before. read more
Absolutely wonderful! Such a welcoming spot with friendly staff and food that just speaks for itself. Loved the way they course their menu and allow you to pick and try different things. Such a fun way to enjoy and eat with friends. We were very full after dinner so I'd say we enjoyed it and felt like it was priced right! One of my favorite bites of the night was the fresh warm pits with labneh and ezme! They were very accommodating for my vegan friend as well, pointing out what was vegan or could be made vegan, which we appreciated! We ordered a bottle of middle eastern wine and were not disappointed- in fact, we ordered a second bottle :) Go here in groups of 2 or 4 and you won't be disappointed with all the food you'll get on your table!!! read more
2 years ago
Can't say enough about the food here. My husband and I are still talking about the food 2 weeks later. For the hummus, get the lamb one (Bubbe's brisket)! It's phenomenal. Love all the spices and flavors in every dish. For the main entrées, we got the rainbow trout and lamb merguez. Both were so delicious and each had several flavors that would waft over your tongue. Such an amazing tasteful experience. I'm addition, our server Danny, was the best. He listened to my food concerns and let us know the ingredients in every dish, as well as warning which foods may have dairy or eggs (which I'm highly reactive to). For any dishes with cheese, he was sure to bring it on the side. We really appreciated Danny's attentive service. Can't wait to visit Chicago again and eat at Galit once more! read more
3 years ago
Disappointed with the 2 extra "service charges" for "benefits" and just "service" I guess? Guess it's hard to make money at $94 per plate. read more
4 years ago
This place was really good (but not great). Because of all the hype around how great it is I kind of expected more. The starters and pita bread were spectacular but I felt like the rest of the meal was good but again not great. Service was good, atmosphere with the open kitchen was really fun too. And for the price it was a good deal to get your full meal for $78 a head. I added the lobster which was +$10 but totally worth it read more
2 years ago
Took the wife for our anniversary. All I can say is this place is wow. The service the place itself and the food are all top top notch. Everything we had was fire. Highly suggest you try this place. You won't be disappointed. read more
3 years ago
Food was delicious, came out hot and fresh. Went there on a Thursday and had their holiday pre course. Served was knowledgeable and went through the menu thoroughly. read more
4 years ago
Overall, disappointed in this Michelin starred restaurant. The hummus apps were great and so was the pita but the entrees fell way short. The lobster was just okay. It was two bites of lobster. The lamb was not good, nor did we care for the pastrami. I didn't eat the smoked Turkey but my family said that was the best entree out of the items we got. 4 people and two bottles of wine cost almost $800. The waitress never once asked how our food tasted. She was great at pouring wine, but overall not a good experience. Save your money and go elsewhere. read more
Alright, Galit has the supreme takeout experience going on right now! They're running it like a shop through Toast- you can get merch, pantry goods, cocktail kits & booze... plus food a-la-carte or fixed "for two" meals. I got the chicken meal for two with a friend, and boy was it a fun 'n' flavorful takeout experience! We each got a dece sized piece of chikky, plus dipped into the million sides that come with it. The roasted potatoes are fire, espesh when wedged into one of their super-floofy pitas with some chicken, hummus and pickles. The labneh (yogurt cheese) is so dense and goes amazingly well with the spice-heavy meat, potatoes & sauces. I am also obsessed with their take on tabouli (herby/grain-y salad)- they use kale and delicious delicata squash and apples. Hearts for eyes. I loved the meal so much that I got it a second time, just for myself to eat over a few days... every single part was consistently perfect. Everything is super oil-based, but not in a greasy way... so it feels decadent but still healthy/satisfying! I also tried the Hyssopatonicus Cocktail Kit & holy crap! It was stellar- such a distinct, refreshing cocktail and super fun to make from home. Really gets ya feelin like a bartender. Aaaand their Halva (tahini) Chocolate Chip Cookie slaps. Basically, thanks Galit, ILYSM. read more
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1 year ago
This is my first Michelin star restaurant and a great experience! I would still give it a 5/5 but there's some things I want to mention. You get more bang for your buck if you go with 3 people because you share/can only pick a lot of dishes such as sharing one appetizer and dessert between 2 people. But if there are 3 people then you get to choose 2 appetizers and 2 desserts. Just something to note. Food: I loved the hummus but I wish there was more short rib. The bone marrow presentation was so pretty but in my mind I was expecting the whole bone. It tasted so creamy and rich though! The bass and pastrami was amazing. I love the flakey bread that came with the pastrami and it allowed you to create your own sandwich. The bass had hint of acidity and really clean yet hearty. My boyfriend especially loved the dessert with the pylo dough which I could not agree more with. Definitely felt super full walking out. Service: Everything came out really timely and the whole experience was close to 2 hours! Staff was super nice and welcoming as well. Would recommend! read more
2 years ago
First and foremost, the food was incredible. The kubbeh was the best I ever had, falafel was fantastic, delicious kataifi dessert, and the opening course of pita with hummus and salatim was a true delight. I loved the Foie gras on challah, with a nice hint of cinnamon and smooth Foie gras. The turkey and pastrami mains were novel and delicious, with deep smokey flavor. What really added to the dinner was the impeccable service. Not only was the entire FOH kind and gracious, they really went above and beyond in their hospitality. They even ran a full block after us with our to go bag of food after we'd forgotten it after leaving. They didn't need to track us down, the meal was over, but that extra step really showed how much they cared for our experience. They also added extra pita in our to go bag to finish off our extra hummus! The room was lively, and the open kitchen was a joy to watch. The fantastic smells of smoke, herbs, and spices really set the mood, along with the sounds of the kitchen's well oiled machine of a team. All in all, a great restaurant! read more
3 years ago
Great place. I would say 4.5 stars because some of the dishes were salty... Reservations a must during popular eating times. Service was great. Everything we ate was delicious. Portions are great! We actually walked away quite full. read more
Our experience at Galit was absolutely incredible! Having a party of 6 turned out to be the absolute perfect group size for Galit because we got to try basically everything on the menu. All the hummuses were delicious, I was obsessed with the babaganoosh (and I don't even like eggplant!), the turkey shwarma to die for. It really was also a lot of food even with a $65 price tag. We left absolutely stuffed. We loved the experience of a multicourse dinner to share. But what really put this visit over the top was the **absolutely exceptional** service! Jessica was our server and we truly fell in love with her during our dinner. A friend of ours had a sesame allergy, which can be difficult for a middle eastern spot where sesame could be in a lot of things. The galit staff took the menu and spelt out exactly what she could have, what could be modified to put sesame or sauces on the side, and only a few things that she absolutely couldn't eat. Usually places like this are sooo uptight about substituions or modifications but they truly wanted her to be able to enjoy the experience and food. When we mentioned, very casually, that we were sad to be out of pita to enjoy more hummus, they immediately brought 2 more! (free of charge) The rest of the staff was also absolutely delightful. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the interactions. It's worth all the hype! read more
2 years ago
My hubby and I had reservations on 9/3 at 5PM. We were looking to try a unique restaurant while in Chicago and I found Galit in the Michelin Guide. Galit had great service, excellent food and presentation in a casual atmosphere. I choose bar seating so we can watch the kitchen work. The menu consists of four pre-fixe courses starting with hummus/bread/dips, appetizer (choose one pp), main entrée (choose one pp) and dessert. We ordered the Bubbe's brisket surrounded by hummus. The pita bread was HOT right out the stove serve in 2 round pieces. We shared 1 as we did not want to be overly stuffed. There were four side dishes that came out including the Piyaz, Labneh, Ezme, Pickles all with their own aroma and spices. The pita bread as we were told were to mix and match between the hummus and all the side dishes. You dip and eat! The appetizers we choose consists of the Carrots (glazed with feta and hazelnut duqqa) and the Cucumber Salad (galia melon). Both were fresh and light! Our mains were the Pastrami and the Lobster. I enjoyed that the pastrami comes with side lettuce you can wrap over the meat and veggies. The lobster was 2 small pieces and comes over a bed of corn and lime flavor. We finished with the peaches dessert. It was the perfect amount of food and we left feeling full with happy bellies. The inviting and friendly staff did not disappoint. They came out from the kitchen and explained every dish and what was in it. We had our dishes cleared, table cleaned and water refilled promptly. Well deserving of their 1 star. read more
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What a wonderful experience! So Galit has a semi-set tasting menu. We went for a 2-person experience. The first course is one of 3 humus dishes served with fresh bread. We got the tehina. The humus was subtley flavored but creamy and drenched in olive oil, which helped keep it from being too dry. The bread was very fresh, but a little dense for my liking. Make sure not to fill up too much with the bread! The next course was all 4 of their salatin dishes which included a tomato jam, pickled veggies, a dry yogurt and a mixed bean salad. All 4 were delicious. The third course was the appetizer, which each person could choose one. We got the falafel and carrots. The falafel was the best I've ever had. So crispy on the outside and beautifully moist and tasty on the inside. The sauce and pickled turnips were both amazing too. The carrots were probably my least favorite. The whole dish was too overpowered by the hazelnuts. The orange glaze flavor couldn't poke through. The next course was the entrees, of which we chose the Turkey schwarma and the lamb kabob. The Turkey schwarma had a great texture and was crispy on the outside and tender inside. I preferred it without too much of the beet sauce it was served it. The kebab was probably one of the best parts of this meal. Flavorful and so incredibly tender that I couldn't even fork it. Had to use a spoon! Finally, the dessert we chose was the coconut tapioca with spiced melons. It was colder than expected but absolutely amazing! The flavors complimented each other perfectly. They also sent us home with 2 chocolate chip sesame cookies which were soooo good. Overall, highly recommended. Reservations can be hard to cont by but I've noticed that they have last minute openings often. The service was also solid. read more
3 years ago
Fancy date night coming right up! We decided to treat ourselves to some fine dining and were impressed. At first we weren't sure we would be full but as the food kept coming, we realized we had more than enough food with leftovers. We stuck to the vegetarian options and was pleasantly surprised by how tasty everything was. The carrots were hands down the best thing on the menu. Since we were celebrating my fiancé's birthday, the Galit staff all signed a card for him gave him a cookie as a gift. It was a sweet gesture and we really appreciated it. read more
8 months ago
Great food & experience-- the Michelin star is deserved. The flavors are great and pair well throughout the courses. Hummus & salatim come out for the table to share together so it's nice to go with a medium-sized group (like 4-6) that is comfortable with sharing, so you can try all the things :) Wish I had taken more photos of the spread but we were too busy eating! read more
3 years ago
I'm actually not sure how this place has any one star reviews- it's absolutely fantastic- I can't complain about a thing. I'm completely pleased with this restaurant and everything on the menu. This 4 course menu fills you up and the drinks are fanatics. No wonder they have a Michelin star!!!!!! I would go back a million times over read more
A pleasant date-night experience at a pretty approachable tier (as far as Michelin-starred spots go, anyway). Reservations seem tight to come by at this buzzy spot, so I suggest setting alerts for a few dates on Resy and options should open up, which luckily worked out for us! We were a little unsure about counter seating at first, but it's cool to watch the kitchen at work, so don't sweat it if that's the only option. As far as the food goes, it's generally good, though at times uneven. (1) Hummus: the bubbe's brisket is definitely the move (our waiter said it was by far the crowd favorite). I hadn't enjoyed brisket this good since a relative brought some back as a gift from the Middle East. Way, way good, especially when served with some delicious bread for dipping. (2) Salatim: an array of light bites as a mid-dinner interlude. The labneh and ezme were solid, but the piyaz and pickles were pretty average, a bunch of pickled and borderline soggy veggies. (3) Mezze: we went with the carrots and falafel. The carrots were among the highlights of the night: well seasoned, and they had a great crunchy, nutty texture with the duqqah. The falafel was decent, but not particularly a standout vs. other non-Michelin starred Mediterranean spots I've been to. Definitely get the carrots and skip the falafel. (4) Mains: we had the bass and lamb, and found both generally underwhelming. The bass was served over a nice sauce, but itself could've been seasoned better. The lamb kebab was purely 'okay', again personally found it lacking flavor. Portions were pretty small on both of these, too. Pacing of these dishes also seemed off. In my experience, restaurants of this caliber usually hold off on serving next courses until guests are mostly done with the last, but these came out soon after the mezze, causing them to sit out for longer than ideal. At $78 per person, this is a decent value tasting experience, and both the price point and cuisine are pretty accessible (in relative terms, obviously) if you're searching for a nice night out. It was a cut below some of the best and most memorable restaurants we've visited so far in Chicago, and it's likely toward the lower-tier end of the 1-star restaurants we've tried to date. That being said, it's good enough that it's worth trying at least once, and it's nice to see recognition of this caliber for a Mediterranean / Middle Eastern restaurant rather than yet another 'New American' spot. read more
I couldn't add all the photos because there was so much food! Went with 6 people and the portions were incredible! We all shared and it was more a family style meal. You are able to pick a few different items and the more people you go with the more things you are able to try! The hummus was by far my favorite and I would go back for just this! The ambiance seemed a little simple for a michelin star restaurant, but you can definitely see the difference in the quality of the ingredients they use! read more
I've eaten my way through Chicago, and Galit is truly my favorite restaurant in this city and definitely the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. I was so ecstatic when I found out that they got a Michelin star this year--so so well deserved. Since COVID, they started doing a pre-set menu and it's honestly such a good deal because you get FULL. It's not one of those restaurants where they serve you tiny little portions. In fact, we have to tell ourselves not to stuff ourselves during the first few courses because it's so much food, but this is soooo hard because all the courses are so good. They start you off with a hummus course with so many sides. I truly have never had such good dips. They switch up the other course offerings often, but you really can't go wrong with anything on their menu. Their drinks are unique and really good. The wait staff is also just absolutely amazing. They're so attentive every time. Could not recommend this restaurant enough. Just make sure you pace yourself. read more
Wow. This was an unbelievable experience and I cannot recommend it enough. The menu is a 4-course choose your own adventure tasting menu for $68, which in my opinion is extremely affordable for a Michelin star restaurant, plus I was STUFFED after eating here so you're getting real bang for your buck. To be honest I don't think you can go wrong with a single thing on the menu, but I'll walk you through our orders and what I recommend. Since there were 4 of us, we got to start with 2 hummus options - we went with the tehina (my favorite, UNREAL, you could really taste the quality of the olive oil) and the masabacha. You get all of the salatim along with your hummus, and if you want some advice I would say the potential perfect bite of food is pita bread, labneh, and ezme. For mezze, we got TWO of the falafel and it was delish, plus the Iraqi Kubbeh Halab, and tabbouli which it looks like they don't have anymore since I believe their menu is seasonal. When it comes to the "over coals" portion, everything was also delicious. We got the walleye, the smoked turkey shawarma, and the pastrami. I would say the walleye was the best, followed by the pastrami, then the shawarma. These were my favorite parts of the meal because everything was so unique and different from anything I've ever had at any similar restaurant. Dessert was the carrot cake cheesecake which was so good it was actually the first cheesecake I've ever liked. Anyway, you need to book a reservation here immediately. You will not regret it. I'll probably come back soon because this was the best meal I've had in Chicago. Amazing job Galit. read more
We went for our anniversary and had a good experience. Some of the best tasting food we've had. It seems you can't wrong with anything from the menu. My wife (the more foodie of the two) was very pleased and so was I. They even gave us two special cookies to-go to celebrate our special date. Street parking was the worst. It took me 20 minutes to find parking and I had to call the restaurant to let them know I was running late so they would not cancel our reservation. So plan ahead for parking. There was a 5% surcharge on the receipt to contribute to an "employee insurance". Not sure why the restaurant management doesn't provide health insurance to its employees regardless. This was a first for me, do not know what to make of it yet. read more
Wow - what a meal! $68 for a 5-course Michellin Star dinner? Run don't walk to this beautiful yet cozy Middle Eastern/Israeli restaurant nestled in the heart of Lincoln Park! So so much delicious Middle Eastern food with fresh ingredients and simple yet flavorful combinations. Amazing quality and great service - all the waiters were prompt and knowledge. Came for a birthday celebration and the staff were super nice and accommodating! Our faves: - Tahini (so so smooth with hints of lemon) and brisket hummus (so savory and creamy) with the big fluffy melt in your mouth pitas -abneh and ezme -Falafel: so crispy and light - might be the best falafel I've ever had -Kubbeh halab - lamb so tender and sauce so delicious -Tres Leches - decadent and luxurious The menu was delightful, had many vegetarian options and easily shareable. In addition, excellent wine Middle Eastern selection. Such a fun experience especially for larger groups. The appetizers were definitely the best dishes. The pastrami and sausage dishes were not for my taste but others at my table really enjoyed them. Still dreaming about the creamy hummus and large, warm fluffy pitas bigger than my face. Definitely recommend and want to come back! read more
The food was okay. I'm giving it a 4 star for that. I ordered the BRISKET HUMMUS, which was your regular hummus mixed with seasoned fatty and lean brisket. The PITA that came with it was one of the best I've had. The salads were pretty good too. As many reviewers have said before salads are included in the meal. I ordered then lRAQI KUBEH HALAB, and was not the biggest fan. I had been told to order falafel but I took a chance and it was a miss. The PASTRAMI was good but the salad was way too vinegary that came with it. The desert was my favorite- MERINGUE. I have to be honest- the service was subpar for a Michelin star restaurant. I hope to receive better service should I choose to dine here again. read more
4 years ago
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2429 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Lincoln Park, DePaul
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Would you recommend the counter or a table for two? Is it the same menu?
Right now, Galit is doing a four course tasting menu, nothing a la carte.
Is there an a la carte menu or does everyone have to do the set menu?
Right now, Galit is doing a four course tasting menu, nothing a la carte.
Do you do takeout?
Due to Covid-19, yes. Once real life resumes again, who is to say? Their original business practice was no takeout
Are the majority of options (besides the obvious ones containing bread) gluten free?
Not sure about majority but we dined with our friends who have celiac and they were very happy with their options there
Do they take walkins?
You could try. I know that they have been quite busy. They do have seating at the bar. My advice would be get there early ie before 6 and see if you can sit at the bar!
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