Our first visit to Chef Abdul was an absolute winner! My husband and I stopped in for lunch, and we…read morewere 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!

5 stars for Chef Abdul Mediterranean Restaurant - a very nice family owned small business in St…read more 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!

We were in the mood for gyros but our usual spot was closed already so I did a search and came…read moreacross this Pita Zone that I've always been interested in trying. Ordered ahead and the food was ready in the time it took for me to make the 10 minute drive over. The restaurant was clean and had a nice sized dining room with a good amount of tables. Ordered a gyro sandwich and large Mediterranean salad with gyro meat added for us to split like we usually do and see how it stacks up to our regular spot. I liked the variety of toppings the gyro sandwich had and the chunky tzatziki but was surprised to find the sandwich came with no onions. My mom mentioned that she thought the gyro strips weren't as well seasoned as at other places and I initially disagreed but by the end of the meal I did notice the inconsistency and had more than a couple of bland tasting pieces. This was more notable in the Mediterranean salad which had a generous portion of the meat but was not very Mediterranean/Greek. It didn't have any olives, minimal onions and little to no dressing. Seemed more like just the fattoush salad with a couple of pieces of feta. So unfortunately it looks like we'll just have to make more of an effort to get into our tried and true gyro provider before closing time. I have to say that there was a couple of stray pieces of chicken shawarma in our gyros that actually tasted really good which leads me to believe that maybe Pita Zone's forte is their shawarma. I will probably put that theory to the test at some point in the future but not necessarily right away.

Went there recently to give them a try, but won't be going back. The food was not good and the…read moreplace was unclean. They also had the automated tip calculator on the screen at the counter, which irks me. The food tasted odd and was of low quality. I ate a few bites of each of the items I ordered and none of it was good. To top it off, the staff decided to have their own meal while I was there and I saw them outside eating rice with their hands, then coming back in to work as customers came in. Lastly, I can appreciate differences in language and culture, but the person who took my order barely understood me and again, the place was filthy.

We visited Mosaic Kitchen last Saturday for a dinner and the experience was great. We are happy…read morewhen places like that open their doors offering , new vibe and something new in Geneva. Mediterranean cusine is definitely one of our favorite ones and all the flavors are there. We mosly tried the mezze hot and cold dishes to share and a bottle of nice Sancerre wine. House Sampler-you can try all three spreads at one plate, all were very good but the Muhammara definitely stood up as the best. Olives--very well seasoned, we always try olives and definitely a must. Lamb Chops--perfectly seared, served with fantastic slaw and chimichuri. Falafel--was good, classic, could be a little bit more moist in our opinion. Special: Hamachi crudo with Mango sauce--this was a spectacular dish, one of the best we lately had. Fish was fresh and the presentation was amazing. Thanks to Alex for being a great server and we will definitely try more dishes from Mosaic Kitchen in the future!

Came here for lunch with a friend on a Friday. I made a reservation for 11:30am and we were able to…read moresit wherever we wanted. The place is super cute inside and there is parallel parking in front of the restaurant along with a city parking lot across the street. Their menu has many items listed as GF and the server was very knowledgeable. The sangria couldn't be confirmed GF so she said she can make her own with my choice of wine. I picked the rose and it was delicious. We shared a GF baked feta and I had the vegan tagine as my entree. The sauce had a hint of spice and was on the sweeter side. The server brought out cut vegetables for the feta and white rice for my dish since I couldn't have the lavash. The food and server were excellent. Will def come back and try different options.

I always get Mediterranean food from here Recommend-…read moreChicken shawarma wrap Chicken shish tawook plate Lamp chops plate Also their catering is great

I ate too fast to let the camera get the first bite, but I was able to catch a few photos of the…read morerestaurant and outside. Here's what I can tell you... this is the equivalent of the Mediterranean chipotle and it's a stunner. The shawarma, falafel, and all the various toppings like baba ghanoush, hummus, tabouli salad, cucumber yogurt salad, and tahini salad were flavorful, fresh, and a great complement to any of the dishes. The house made baklava was good, though my wife thought it was a little dry for her taste. I loved it. The crew here were also very patient, especially since we had a ton of questions. We'll be back here soon and my wife has already been back several times.

Riganato played host to a wonderful 90th birthday luncheon for my Mother (from nearby St. Charles)…read morein their back room this past Sunday afternoon, with just enough capacity for 24 people. Food was excellent, as expected, from sandwiches and pizza to outstanding fish entrees, menu specials, and pastas. Service was very attentive and kind. No extra fees or surprises whatsoever. Highly recommended for your special events, and general family-friendly, high-quality dining at reasonable prices.

Instantly an absolute fav place. The staff was incredible and gracious. I went with the house…read morespecial and OMG would def get again. The pasta was cooked To perfection. I am an Italian restaurant snob because most of the time I can make it at home 1000% better. Not in this case! The layers of flavors and quality was totally next level. Being set in a home converted to a restaurant lends to the vibe of eating at my Italian Grandmas house. They are not open late and last seating is around 8:30. Our party of six had a reservation for 8pm. The place was full when we got there and would recommend reservations. Looking forward to my next visit.

We were lost in South Elgin when we decided to stop and eat. We turned into a strip mall parking…read morelot and saw Pita BBQ, a small and unassuming restaurant. We were surprised when we walked in and saw the colorful menus with lots of options. The staff greeted us immediately while we decided what to order. We split the chicken kabob plate, an order of falafel (which we watched being made!), and french fries. The chicken was outstanding, tender and very tasty. It came with basmati rice, which was equally delicious. The freshly made falafel was perhaps the best we've had, and even the french fries had a delicate flavor. The prices were very reasonable and the staff could not have been nicer. We will go out of our way to return, even though we live 20 miles away.

I did spend 42$ for 3 mixed wrap shawarma and this is what i got am full wrapped oil with nothing…read moreinside. Stay away from this restaurant if you don't want to throw away your food away.

Have to immediately put this out there... service was great!!…read more I yelped fast casual on a road trip. Amba was a little off off 55 but o simply didn't want some of the more traditional fast casual spots. So we selected Amba. We pulled up, and there was one table of customers. The atmosphere Ilic's clean but had a hamburger joint feel to it. I started to question if this was the right choice. If you stop reading before what I have to say below, trust me you'll love this place. We walked up to the digital menu which has a feel of a franchise even through the rest of the restaurant feels like an independent mom/pop joint. So I order a bowl- rice, greens, falafel, cucumber/tomato mix, picked onions, olives, traditional. Hummus and feta. Then we get to the sauce... I'm simply overwhelmed with all the choices. The nice man behind the counter gave me a little dollop of 5-6 sauces and they were all amazing... ! You can't go wrong with any of them. I went with The Amba sauce but really they all were so flavorful! My bowl was huge! More than I could eat in one sitting (similar to the quantity of a chipotle bowl which I also can never finish). The falafel!!! Oh my! Probably one of the most flavorful falafel that I've ever had. Yum! Yum. Yum! My husband had the chicken shawarma ... he said his was awesome, I'm pretty sure awesome chicken shawarma was no where as good as my falafel. I'm not a soda drinker, but if I was, I'd be super excited about their no HFCS soda. All flavors are made with real cane sugar! I was super happy with yelp's suggestion. Next time we pass through, we will be back!

My favorite bowl style restaurant. Great price for what you get, and plenty of options to choose…read morefrom. Fries are great too.

How have I never done a review for here?!…read more I have a friend who lives nearby, and I discovered Pitaville while house sitting. The food is delicious, I absolutely love the hummus. I live quite a distance away, and any time I realize I'm nearby, I always have to do a take out order! I'm a huge fan of their hummus, as well as their beef shawarma. My husband lives their falafel has well. I've never had something I didn't like. Every time I've come here, whether it's done in or take out, the service has always been amazing. The staff is always kind and helpful. Its a great casual eatery, and I couldn't recommend them more! They offer pits for sale, and don't wait too long to eat them! They clearly don't have the same kind of preservatives as store bought, which is absolutely OK - it just meant I lost out the first time I bought some (I figured it would last a couple weeks).

Peterville's website is no good. I spent a whole long time writing an order for a feast, and then I…read morefind out in red letters they don't deliver to this address. Somethings wrong there.... I'm a low tech guy! High tech is supposed to make things easier I thought!!!

This middle eastern restaurant features authentic food that is fresh and flavorful. It is a hidden…read moregem.

Our friends were visiting from Michigan and wanted to take us out to lunch, so we chose Beez…read morebecause it was close to home. It turned out to be a great choice for a casual, healthy meal. Beez is a small, counter-service restaurant--somewhere between fast food and a sit-down restaurant--but without sacrificing freshness or quality. The dining area is simple, clean, and pleasant, with a few tables for eating in. The service was friendly and welcoming, and the food was good. The portions were generous enough that we all ended up taking food home. My favorite was definitely the falafel. They were fresh, flavorful, and cooked just right. Everything we ordered was satisfying, fresh, and well prepared, making it a great alternative to the typical fast-food lunch. If you're looking for something healthier that doesn't take forever, this is an excellent option. Overall, everyone in our group left happy. Good food, generous portions, friendly service, and a convenient location make Beez an easy place to recommend for a quick, satisfying Mediterranean lunch. According to the restaurant, it specializes in Mediterranean cuisine along with Turkish, Pakistani, and Indian-inspired dishes, so there is a wide variety of flavors to choose from. (ubereats.com)

I'm a low Tech guy…read more.. I'm tired of having to order online show me your number! And then we'll review your restaurant again

My mom and I have been to Pita Pita many times, and it has become one of our favorite local spots…read more We've ordered a variety of items from the menu over the years, and every single meal has been consistently delicious. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and made with care. Whether it's the shawarma, kebabs, falafel, or their amazing sides, we've never been disappointed. You can really taste the quality and authenticity in every bite. The staff is always welcoming, the restaurant is clean with plenty of seating, and it's a great place to enjoy a meal. I also love supporting a local business that serves such incredible authentic Palestinian food. If you're looking for consistently delicious Middle Eastern cuisine, I highly recommend giving Pita Pita a try. It's a place we keep coming back to, and I'm sure you will too!