I just was turned away however they let another family in to dine. To say I'm livid an understatement. The excuse was they were preparing for Iftar but another family goes in while I'm getting my car. I have dined here before after a funeral and the food was amazing. I can't help but think because I'm a Black Muslim woman my black Muslim daughter and my non-Muslim sister that we were turned away and the family they allowed in was the reason I was turned away. The host barely spoke and was dismissive. M'dakhan this not a good look for you. read more

We came here for lunch and my 7 yo loved it and ate 4 falafel. We loved the smoked beef ribs as well as the mixed grill. The knafeh dessert was great too! read more

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Amazing service and great food. The hummus was perfect and the beef stew was great. The in-house made bread was nicely seared. A festive atmosphere with music not very loud but inviting. Plenty of parking. You will notice the high-end vehicles in the parking lot if you visit after sunset. read more

M’dakhan - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

I've passed this location a couple of times, it looks popping!!! Finally made it in and it was great! The food was amazing!!! Went for my daughter's birthday, there were 6 of us! We had the Grilled chicken wings 5, meat paninis, and the Family Size Mixed food platter5 (for 4-6 people for $150.) We all ate very well and there was more than enough left over! Service was great! Said and done with drinks & gratuity we paid about $35 pp (non-alcholic, they don't have alcholic so bring your water bottle) read more

Out of this world food Great fast friendly service Reasonably priced Comfortable seating Better than overseas middle eastern restaurants read more

I didn't try the entire menu but I didn't need to after eating the mansaf, rice needed to be cooked more, a lot of grains were hard. Meat was very very dry. Soup was too salty. Waiters kept looking weirdly at my wife. The place is clean but they need to work on their service. read more

Food was delicious and service was fantastic! The lemon and mint drink was refreshing and the entree was incredibly flavorful. I loved the atmosphere as well--well-lit and spacious. I'll definitely return the next time I'm in the area. read more

M’dakhan - Kufta Kabab Sandwich With Hummus and Pickles and Lemon and Mint beverage beverage - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

Excellent service the food is the best on the planet. They have ribs that fall off the bone real meaty. They also have smoked chicken chicken wings. The flavor is just fantastic. They have shrimp scampi a must try. They also have platter dine in or carry out great for parties, birthdays, and holidays. The owners and managers are really nice people great for our community. Thank you for finally opening up a good Mediterranean cuisine. read more

Everything is great there, including food and services. Smoked meats are perfect and prices are reasonable.

I would give this place negative stars if I could. Absolutely horrible, waited over 90 minutes to get seated only to be told after being seated that the ribs that we were there for was out. Disgusting service, everyone is entitled, especially the two ladies doing the take out orders, I went up to one of them to ask how fast does food come out after being seated and why don't they do reservations on the weekend and she was actively peeling her cystic acne as I'm talking, not only was I talking to a moron with no common sense nor curiosity but it felt like she was picked from the side of the street and given a job. The vibe was completely off, I witnessed 4 people walk up to who looked like the manager ready to fist fight for the horrible treatment they were receiving. I should've known better when I called to make reservations and was told "we only do walk ins" but we stayed hopeful thinking that the food must be worth it if we're all waiting this long right? Boy was I wrong, the food was below average, tabouleh was seasoned with citric acid, hummus and baba ghannuj tasted identical, lamb chops and mix grill were mediocre. This is by far the worst middle eastern restaurant I've ever been to and I will advise everyone to go anyway within a mile from there and would have a much better experience. There's about 10 restaurants I could name in the area that serves 110% better without having your night ruined. If you've read this far and think I'm exaggerating, let me make it even more clear, we were there to celebrate our best friends birthday and it was so bad, she didn't even want dessert at the end of the night. read more

M’dakhan - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

The kafta was the definition of mouth watering! Great place for a Sunday gathering, the food is great, flavorful, and tastes like back home! You must try the homemade hummus and the mixed grill plate! read more

M’dakhan - Mixed Shawarma Dinner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

Food and services are excellent !! Ambiance is quiet after 7. Too many people are there. Lot of celebrations too. We love their food and service is great read more

I was getting bored from all the restaurants opening up in the area. It's all the same thing. Then finally M'Dakhan came and finally changed things up. They still have your typical mashawee (grilled food), but then they have smoked meats as well and even other great dishes. Not even that, they have a phenomenal breakfast as well. Everything is so good. I would recommend the beef brisket sandwich and the beef ribs. A few of us agree that the lamb shank is not the greatest, so that would be on my least favorite list. My top recommendation would be the creamy freekah, one of the best dishes I've ever had. Hoping to try to make it at home lol. It's a bit expensive, so keep that in mind. Service, as always, is great. The staff is so friendly and helpful. The seating area is beautiful. I've been to all the different names of this restaurant building and I hope we finally have one that will stick. read more

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On Thursday , my 4 friends and myself visited the restaurant around noon . They asked our preference of seating . The place was full but no waiting . We all decided to order a different dish and share it . The food was hot and delicious . We all shared each others . Jumbo fried shrimps - filet minion spicy in veg and sauce - beef kefta and a few other dishes . Every thing was delicious and a different taste from other places . Very friendly place . Our waiter suggested drinks . Fruit punch with cream was so delicious . They kept coming to the table to ask if we needed anything. Very good ambiance and friendly You can order anything on the menu , everything is delicious read more

I enjoyed the food here. I went twice during my stay in Chicago. The first time I went I tried the spicy steak, grilled wings, and kuba. Everything was delicious. The next time I went we tried the beef ribs and the mansaf. As someone who doesn't like my meat with a lot of fat this wasn't a good pick for me but I understand that others may enjoy it. The service was great as the waiters and waitresses are very attentive. The restaurant itself is very clean and nicely decorated. I would definitely recommend for everyone to try this restaurant. Clean food and great people. read more

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Excellent food ! There is NOT one thing was NOT excellent! Server even let me have one of his cigarettes on my way out after a VERY delicious meal ! read more

The Best Middle Eastern Food in Chicagoland! If you're looking for authentic and delicious Middle Eastern cuisine, Mdakhan is the place to go in Chicagoland! The flavors are incredible, especially their smoked meats, which are cooked to perfection with the most amazing spices. Every bite bursts with flavor, and you can tell the ingredients are fresh and prepared with care. They are also fantastic when it comes to accommodating large parties. Our group was warmly welcomed on a busy Friday night, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and had an unforgettable dining experience. The atmosphere is friendly, inviting, and perfect for families or gatherings. Mdakhan is truly a gem. From the food to the service, they deliver excellence every single time. Highly recommend visiting and enjoying true Levant flavors !!! read more

M’dakhan - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

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Food was delicious. Service was friendly and attentive. Charred wings, Lamb shank, zatar pie were great. read more

The best wings I've ever had! The cheese pie was also very delicious. The ribs were good but I don't like ribs in general so it definitely passed my expectations. The service was great and the food came out pretty quickly. The restaurant itself is very well maintained and very clean. Will definitely come back read more

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Great place. Super nice atmosphere. Authentic food. The service is great. Free Palestine read more

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I'm not a usual Middle East cuisine customer however I came here with my family and was extremely surprised! I started with a Greek salad and several appetizers. Everything was awesome. Spiced well, very flavorful, and presentation pleasing to the eye. My wife and I shared beef ribs with rice. The meat was easy to cut with a fork edge. The rice came in two styles: spicy and non-spicy. Both were delicious. Our table had water. There weren't choices for typical American drinks. One in our party asked for a Coke and got a can of an unfamiliar drink. She described it as flat and non sugary. For desert our table had a melted cheese dish covered with sweet . We loved it. We are from AZ and will make an effort to return! We were there on a Sunday night with 5 parties celebrating birthdays. How the restaurant celebrates is interesting- great time for all. read more

This was our 2nd time at this joint, however it was a take out order. Once again the food was very delicious and also reminded me back home. Staff were also very polite and the ambiance was true perfection. Thank you so much to the entire staff for having us. read more

Food was great, ambiance was good. We celebrated a birthday and i feel that this place is a perfect option to celebrate any occasion. Everyone was welcoming which makes the service top tier. 10/10. will definitely be coming back! read more

Food was excellent, service was exceptional. Lots of birthdays were happening and they have a special gift for birthdays if you ask. Definitely the place to be for any occasion. read more

I loved the ribs and halloumi cheese. Decor was very nice and I sat in a booth with couches. Service was good! read more

M’dakhan - Grilled Halloumi - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

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Fabulous food and very friendly staff. We've been there twice and it's 45 minutes from our home. We've always order enough for left overs. The lamb shake fell off the bone as pictured! read more

We got takeout previously, but ate in this time. Plenty of seating inside. It's nice, but the music was too loud. Service was friendly. Pricing was slightly on the higher side. We ordered the hot & spicy chicken breast, the panini with meat (also known as arrayes), and the veggie platter. The presentation for the chicken was awesome; it came out on a flaming platter. It also tasted excellent. It wasn't spicy at all. The flavor reminded me of butter chicken. The panini was crispy and flavorful. The hummus, falafel, and baba ghanouj in the veggie platter were all delicious. Fantastic meal. read more

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This place is just wonderful! So good to be in Little Palestine. Such a warm, friendly, family atmosphere, great service, the best falafel, hummus and baba ganoush, and the bread was so fresh and good! Also you can't beat the Turkish coffee and the desserts! Will definitely come again, it felt like family. PS: Free Palestine! read more

M’dakhan - This is their Vegetarian Plate, a starter platter - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

Both the chicken and meat arayes were slightly crisped up on the outside, but the meat was tender. The beef and lamb I think is better without cheese, but their chicken and cheese worked so well together. The chicken also had a tangy hot sauce, nice flavor. Mansaf is a traditional Jordanian dish, but they had these Mansaf Bites with a slightly sour and milky dipping sauce, it's a must order in my book, I've never tried anything like that before. So much good food, their falafels were done right, the smoked fried wings, ooooh those were glistening and I could've had a personal portion. Muthawama, classic. I also was instructed to try these ribs that come from their smoker. Oh man these were tender, wonderfully seasoned with their house rub, the cucumber salad was the perfect pairing being cool and refreshing in contrast to their bbq sauce. They also have dishes served in hot oven clay pots like the Creamy Freekah which is smoked cracked wheat cooked with onions, mushrooms, cheese, and fresh cream. Very delightful. Knafeh is the definition of savory and sweet, and honestly who doesn't like cheese. read more

M’dakhan - Chicken Arayes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

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- They do NOT take reservations Fri-Sun. Worth the 45 min drive from Streeterville + the 70 min wait. Parking lot is PACKED. Be prepared to circle around a few times before a spot opens on a Friday night. - Our server, Muna, was great. Happy, bustling Friday 6:30/7pm vibe, but we didn't feel rushed. - Perfect falafel. First time having - Makdous - briny, olive-like eggplant, yum. - Lemon & Mint drink - I will crave it forever. - Kibbeh - piping hot; seasoning and texture made me so happy. - Chocolate cake and Red Velvet cake to go. I. Died. Both = beyond delicious (even 2 days later). The rice that comes w/ the grilled main dishes is the only thing I would skip next time. read more

Beautiful atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious food! The lamb shank was so tender you could eat it with a spoon. The mango juice was fresh and not too sweet, and the coffee was the best I've ever tasted! read more

Sorr to say to the owner , that your service is getting worst every time we go to the restaurant, the floor manager needs to go to management class and learn how to speak to his customers , Mr Basti please dont let your employees create there own policies and try to prove that customer wrong or right . we order 2 plate s of mixed mashawi and kibeh and humus and cream of freakeah and we told them one plate to make it to go, 2 minuets later we changed our mind about the to go plate and we told him that one guy is coming so there is no reason for to go we will eat in and instead making 2 plates of mashawi give us the big one for $149.99 then he said i already gave the kitchen the order and i told him so what , because we are not changing the food we are adding to the order the same items mashawi so dont make it big deal, so he did it wit an attuite then Mr Manager comes try to talk us out to keep the order because he feels that we order food for 5 people not 3 peolple and we told him we know that we will take the rest to go , so when we were done eating we have more that 2/3 of the food on the table and we asked ower waitress kindly if you can put it to go , so he brough 3 containers and again we asked him kindly to do it for us because we dont want to make a the table and the floor with food , so now Mr manager comes again talk smartly with 3 owner of a restaurant and ask us if you were in an American restaurant would they pack your food and i told him ABSLOUTLY and they do it with a big smile on there face too he kept arguing with us then finally one young man his name Emad took the food and put in one big to go pan and we thanked him for doing it. Mr manager if its covid-19 season i would under stand your concern refusing to put the food to go , and not because we are Arabs you talk smart way with people , you still an employee and we own our stores and business . you are not the only one sell kebabs on Harlem Ave . it takes years to build customers but it takes a seconds to loose one customer. the food was good i will give you B+ place very clean i will give A+ SERVICE I WILL GIVE D as a Mideastern i will tell you that you have a great restaurant on Harlem and we very proud of you people but keep it great and professional and let customers talk about you in a great way. read more

Food is delicious. No compliant there ... just need to free up 3 hours of your day. This place takes over an hour to get your food ready Besides that everything is perfect read more

M’dakhan - Filet minon and spiced chicken - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

The food was spectacular and the service was excellent. They were very hospitable and kind. Love the atmosphere and the ambiance. Definitely will be coming back in the near future to try other items on the menu. read more

This place is great, they serves Amazing food and the have a pleasant service and will comeback again for sure

Decided to try this place after seeing the good reviews. The restaurant is very nice in side and the staff was very friendly. The Hummus and Greek salad were great. Ordered the Kefta and Grilled Shrimp. Both were delicious and cooked perfectly. We also ordered the roasted eggplant which was also very good. We finished the meal sharing the baked cheese with Phyllo and it was so good. Overall fantastic experience and we will definitely be back to try some other food. read more

Where do I even start? There's a reason why this new place is taking off the way that it is. Authentic Palestinian food with epic wood fired tastes that are SO WORTH IT! The half grilled chicken was beyond excellent. Loved the Cheese Pie as a light appetizer. The aesthetics were just unbelievably beautiful - quite the ambiance. All in all - the service was top notch and the environment felt so warm and homey. You must try this for yourself (and Free ). read more

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Great atmosphere, friendly staff, and excellent food. The grilled meats are really good. Mixed grill was spot on. Lots of flavor. Smoked meats are very popular here. Easily hottest spot currently in Bridgeview and Little Palestine . read more

M’dakhan - Mixed grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bridgeview, Illinois

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outstanding service and outstanding food. Nice atmosphere but a little on the louder side. Nice for birthdays . Be prepared to wait on Saturdays since they are extremely busy. read more

We first tried takeout from here, and ordered a $150 platter at the strong recommendation from our friends. It was absolutely incredible and was actually a great value considering it gave our family of four multiple meals over a week. Then we went in person last night with friends. Even though they don't take reservations and waits can be long, it was worth it given the ambiance and unlimited tea they serve to guests waiting to be seated. Food in person was epic as expected, all the meats are super flavorful and tender, literally falling off the bone. Would absolutely come back as repeat customers. read more