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Noon O Kabab

4.3 (1.5k reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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NOON O KABAB ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Bag of Pita
Eva L.

Ordered takeout. The pita bread was very dry and would not recommend, but $6 was not bad for the amount. The hummus was $8 and was good but not neccesary. The combination platter was the highlight! The meats were all delicious, juicy and flavorful! The rice was really good too.

Pomegranate spicy wings
Patti L.

Returned here but ate at the cafe area. It's been a long time since I've eaten here. The food was ok. But not like I remembered. The cafe felt rushed and the food didn't seem as hot. The parking is still hard. They have a lot but you would have to be real lucky. The ambiance is loud as it's a small area so it was hard to talk. But I'll come back again.

Noon O Joujeh [Chicken Breast]
Suha M.

Noon O Kabab offers a more causal seating area and a sit-down service area. They have an expansive menu. Service was a little bit slow. The portions themselves are pretty large. However, all the food was bland. The rice was okay and the roti/pita was also pretty flavorless.

CHENJEH & JOUJEH
Ariel B.

The best Persian food in Chicago. Sitting down in this beautifully decorated restaurant is a pleasure, but the carryout service is just as quick and flavorful. I never come to the side of town without stopping here for a filling meal. The portions are huge and delicious and reasonably priced. The steak and chicken kebabs are always cooked perfectly and juicy. I locks the dill rice and fresh cheese and vegetables given with meals. The service here is always warm and friendly.

Lamb Kabab & Koubideh
Joseph S.

This was kind of pricey. It was almost $35 for this and a diet coke can. When I came in, the hostess was about to seat us then a man came and said something to her and they said the wait was 30 minutes or we could go to the back casual section. When we got back there it is a bit hard to navigate considering there are so many tables and chairs. The food was okay but I think the rice needed more seasoning and the lamb kebab needed something. I was fine with this meal but it definitely could've been better. Hence the 3 stars.

Will T.

Noon O Kabab never disappoints! The food was absolutely outstanding. The chicken kabob was incredibly juicy and flavorful, the beef was tender and perfectly grilled, and the koobideh was seasoned just right. The saffron and dill rice was fluffy and aromatic, and the grilled tomatoes, fresh basil, onions, and lemon completed the meal perfectly. Every bite tasted fresh and authentic. The portions were generous, the service was warm and attentive, and the atmosphere was welcoming. If you're looking for authentic Persian cuisine in Chicago, Noon O Kabab is a must-visit. I can't wait to come back!

Jack A.

The kababs here at noon have a great smoky flavor from the grill, and the hummus we started with was excellent. The Koobideh (ground beef) and Chenjeh (ribeye) kababs are incredibly juicy, tender, and infused with deep, smoky flavors from the open flame grill. Paired with their fluffy, aromatic saffron and dill rice, every single bite feels authentic and high quality. The portions are massive you easily get enough for two meals and they include all the traditional extras like fresh pita! It's a beautiful dining room with a beautiful ambiance plenty of seating. My problem is with the service it's always so slow! Other than that 100% recommend!!

Susan S.

It was nice inside. Our server was great. The food was good. But think I prefer the other location.

Tadig [Large]
Sheyenne H.

Has been my go to for years. The lamb shank is my favourite but alao the half and half dill rice. Kabob is unbeatable. The chicken is so soft and tender I thought it was salmon lol. A gem in the neighbourhood.

Half and half rice
Sahand S.

Still the best kabob in Chicago. You can't go wrong ordering anything. We have ate there, ordered to go and done catering, and each time they are consistently good.

Lina W.

Every dishe we ordered was fresh and tasty. The squab was juicy and well seasoned. The dips were super flavorful and went perfect with the veggie sticks and pita. Portions are MASSIVE. I don't know how anyone can finish their entree here. Folks all seem to leave fully satisfied and with leftoversI can see why this place is often busy and is a local favorite. Service is attentive and kind. There was a mess up with our drink order but it was quickly rectified without any defensiveness or fuss from either side. On-site parking is limited but there's plenty of paid metered street parking.

Chicken kabob dill rice
Betty U.

Feeling good & hopeful about the Bears vs Packers game so had to order from my favorite Persian restaurant @noonokabab to kick up the heat and excitement! Superb chicken and lamb kebabs, lamb shank, dill rice (oh yes!), fresh hummus, pita bread, and cucumber salad. So what if this is just for two? Can never go wrong with this kind of tasty leftovers. And we were rewarded with a miraculous @chicagobears wild card win!! GOOO BEARS!!

Arash R.

I have been coming to noon for over 10 years now. It continues to be one of the best Persian restaurants in the Chicago area with amazing tahdig and koubideh. Recently I tried the fesenjoon which was disappointing and kabab barg was underwhelming overall. Service has continued to improve over the years and they take good care of their patrons. Ambiance is great for large groups and to have a fun meal with family. Highly recommended for some great Koubideh and one of the few places in city to offer Tahdig (can be better). Don't forgot to try the saffron ice cream if your A1c is below 6 :)

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Amazing and delicious food , great dining, catering, gatherings, friendly people and great prices

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Ask the Community - Noon O Kabab

Is there a bar. Do they have wine?

I don't believe they have a bar, or serve any alcoholic beverages.

How many does the family platter serve?

i was there a few months ago....if you need it adjusted for size they will work with you. lots of families eat here. for sure 3-4

Do they have outdoor dining?

Yes. At our Casual dining location

Is Noon O Kabab BYOB?

I know that you they have a full bar

Gluten free dishes?

Yes! A lot of their dishes are naturally gluten free - most of the kabab is.

Is there a difference in the menu on the counter service vs table service sides of the restaurant?

Hello, both places provide the same items with the main difference being a smaller portion size in the counter service area, no bar (although you can go to the bar on the table side to get them), and a different type of pita.

Is the meat halal?

Hello, our entire menu is 100% Zabiha Halal.

Is it air conditioned?

Yes of course! They have two separate buildings, a restaurant and a separate smaller self-service place across the parking area.

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Kabobi Grill - Boneless Chicken Kabob with Dill Rice

Kabobi Grill

4.5(1.3k reviews)
0.1 mi•Albany Park
•$$
Vegetarian friendly
Grab-and-go

Love this place for lunch! The lunch specials are great and the portions are huge!…read more This is a pretty good deal. You order at the counter and then sit down. Please know that if you pay with card you pay extra fee, which I didn't know. This is a pretty big portion so I did have leftovers. For one of our lunches we upgraded to the dill rice which wasn't as different from regular rice as I wanted. But when you add sumac it's perfect! This place is bright and airy.

I needed this meal so bad. So delicious and great hospitality. This place is located on a busy…read morestreet but I was able to find street parking no problem during rush hour. When you walk in, you are brought to the dining room to your table but are instructed to order at the counter. The space is big with tons of tables. Vegetarian sampler: We got this to share. Comes with hummus, tahini sauce, falafel x2, persian salad, baba ghanoush, and dolma. Something nice to sample for the table. Everything tasted great. The falafel could've been more crispy. The platter also comes with a basket of pita bread! Combo mix grill #1: For my entree I got the mixed grill and chose both beef and lamb koubideh as my proteins. I really couldn't tell which meat was which since the meat is ground but both were super delicious otherwise. Great flavor. Got the half & half rice (basmati/dill) which is a great choice and I highly recommend. The platter also comes with red onion, a whole roasted tomato, and some butter. If you've been here before, you already know the portion sizes here are massive!!! So great for sharing!

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Kabobi Grill - Assorted Kabob Platter

Assorted Kabob Platter

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Maman Zari - Mirza Ghasemi & Sabzi Khordan on a table in the dining room at Maman Zari

Maman Zari

4.6(42 reviews)
0.1 mi•Albany Park

Super yummy restaurant. Heard great things and have been wanting to try for a while. Friendly staff…read moreand nice ambiance. Came with four people and we just split a bunch of dishes on the a la carte menu. Loved the tahchin, the berries were a great touch. The kabob torsh was delicious as well. I would totally come back and get the same things or try more of the menu!

I went to Maman Zari for their restaurant week menu! For reference, my partner and I love Middle…read moreEastern food and have never tried Persian food, so we were really excited to check this restaurant out. Also, for your reference, 5/10 is average to me. Service: Upon arriving, they took our coats which I liked! The hostesses were both very amiable, making small talk before seating us. In between courses, they cleaned the table and provided us with new utensils. Also, the server would explain the dish which is always a nice refresher of what unique combinations of ingredients were used to prepare your dish. Overall: 9/10. Ambiance: I liked the decorations & especially liked the dishes the food was presented on. There is only one dining room, so it felt a bit more intimate since you can usually spot your server in the room attending other guests, waiting to serve others, or assumedly in the kitchen. The one bad thing I will say is that the bathroom door lock is tricky- it's a small button that didn't make a sound when it clicked so the whole time I was using the restroom I was paranoid that someone was going to walk in on me. Overall: 5/10. Food: Kashk-e Bademjan (roasted eggplant dip): Out of the two appetizers offered this was the more flavorful choice. The eggplant was roasted to a smoky flavor, which I loved, and was also contrasted by the cool yogurt dressing. The texture was somewhat chunky. 7/10 Zeytoon Parvardeh (olive tapenade): The olive tapenade was great; flavorful and salty. The aesthetics of the dish were also pretty, but I think this stands in the shadow of the Kashk-e Bademjan. 6/10 Salad-E Shirazi (cucumber salad): I loved the presentation of this dish. They drizzle on the dressing in front of you, which I think really highlights how fresh this dish tasted. The aesthetics alongside with the taste was very bright and refreshing. 8/10 Ash-E Anar (split pea soup): This one really floored us. The umami of the dish was amazing; very earthy and savory and cut by the sweetness of the pomegranate. If I could have a whole pot of this, I would. 10/10 Ozonboron (sturgeon): I loved the aesthetics of this dish with the browned butter saffron cream being contrasted by splashes of green. The flavor of the cream was so delicious and subtly fragrant. The potato croissant was delicious but I barely tasted the impact of the caviar on the croissant, so a little bit more caviar could've sufficed. I will say that I thought the fish was missing a little bit of salt to enhance the flavors (which was supported by my partner too). 7/10. Shishlik (lamb chops): This tasted AMAZING! Grilled to a subtle char on the outside and incredibly juicy and tender on the inside. The pistachio herb sauce reminded me a bit of chimichurri enhancing the smoky flavor of the meat. The rice was nicely flavored too but the star of the show was definitely the lamb chops. 10/10. Tiramisu Zafaran Va Pesteh: I love tiramisu, but this one unfortunately missed the mark. Felt intensely sweet due to the syrup the ladyfingers were soaked in. I would've loved to see the sweetness cut with something bitter or rich, but it was overwhelmingly sweet for my taste. I liked the presentation and the flavor was unique. 4/10. Overall: 8.7/10. I really liked the aesthetics of the dishes and the flavors presented. Service was phenomenal. I would definitely come back here.

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Maman Zari - The reception area at Maman Zari

The reception area at Maman Zari

Maman Zari - Maman Zari from Kedzie Ave

Maman Zari from Kedzie Ave

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Ema - Salmon bab.

Ema

4.3(2k reviews)
6.6 mi•Near North Side
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I LOVED my meal here! Ēma (Ay-mah) brings some glamour and glitz to the Mediterranean dining scene,…read morewith an airy, elevated hotel-lobby feel that still doesn't demand a dress code. Dresscode: Smart Casual / Casual Noise Level: Medium (it gets buzzy after 5:30pm) Thursday night Happy Hour was lively, so it took about 10-15 minutes for someone to come around, but service was attentive once we got going. The food is where Ēma really shines. From the Happy Hour menu, the Charred Eggplant Hummus and Crispy Potatoes were generously portioned and great for sharing. On the main menu, the Indian-Mediterranean fusion Bhel Hummus was a party for my taste buds, while the Hot Honey Halloumi and Chicken Kefta rounded out the table nicely. The halloumi is more of a side than a main, but that sweet-and-salty hot honey combo was chef's kiss. For our finisher, the Chocolate Torte knocked us out. Decadent, delicious and chocolate with lots of depth. Overall, Ēma is an excellent spot to order a bunch of dishes for the table and get an elevated meal without feeling stuffy, and delicious without taking itself too seriously. DO's: - Make a reservation ahead, especially for happy hour 4-6pm - Treat apps like small plates, order 2-3 to sample - Entertain their wine list, they have a lot! - Bring vegetarians here, there are plenty of options DON'Ts: - Dismiss the desert menu. It's fantastic and shareable! - Forget to ask for extra pita with the hummus! - Miss out on the LettuceEats loyalty points (check-in with your server before paying your check)

Mixed feelings on this place. Really pretty decor and nice vibe, but portions have greatly…read moredecreased in the last few years. The food is good, but I don't like that the portions have gotten smaller with the price staying the same. I've added pictures to show the difference. Their spicy hummus is probably my favorite hummus I've gotten from a restaurant, but it isn't always on the menu. The Kefta kabob is always good.

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Ema - Ema tables and bar

Ema tables and bar

Ema - Tuna & Watermelon*  june 2026.

Tuna & Watermelon* june 2026.

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The Gundis Kurdish Kitchen - Kurdish coffee -- very tiny but sooooo good!

The Gundis Kurdish Kitchen

4.7(692 reviews)
3.8 mi•Lakeview
•$$

Breakfast edition…read more Food: yummy and generous. Very authentic according to a Turkish friend. I believe served only on weekends. Service: very friendly waiters, fast Ambience: family, big groups friendly!

I genuinely really liked the food, the ambiance and the service! The restaurant is nicely spaced…read moreout and aesthetic, although it does get a bit loud when it's busy and the chairs were a tad too low but that's more personal preference. The servive was absolutely amazing with a very funny and personable waiter and staff constantly checking on us and refilling the complimentary tea! The tea was delicious and so was all of the food. We got the lamb scramble breakfast for 3 and the backlava crepes and it was all absolutely delicious. Can't think of a single thing that wasn't good and you can tell every ingredient used was high quality and nicely seasoned. I had to take 2 stars off for the price and credit card surcharge that's not highlighted or stated anywhere before you pay. The price because the breakfast set is definitely on the high end, and because it's one of the few places in chicago that does kurdish food well, so it's swallowable. I would definitely come back more often if it was cheaper. But charging a credit card fee on top of the high prices is always annoying and a no go, especially when it's not clearly stated anywhere beforehand. They clearly know no one is carrying around that much cash so it's easy extra money and just frustrating as a customer.

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The Gundis Kurdish Kitchen - Inside

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The Gundis Kurdish Kitchen - Baklava Crepes

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The Purple Pig - 36 Day Aged Pork Chop

The Purple Pig

4.3(9.1k reviews)
6.8 mi•Near North Side
•$$$

I headed out to the North Side today for a bit of exploration, and despite the lively Friday…read morebustle, stepping into The Purple Pig was a remarkably grand experience. The restaurant commands a sense of scale and elegance that immediately impresses. The interior is impeccably designed and spotlessly clean, featuring sophisticated private seating areas, beautifully arranged tables, and an extraordinary collection of fine wines lining the walls. The hospitality was top-tier from the moment I arrived attentive, polished, and effortlessly gracious. To start, I ordered the "Fire and Smoke" cocktail, which arrived artfully crafted, perfectly balanced, and thoroughly sensational. For my main course, I selected one of my absolute favorites: the Spanish Octopus. When the dish was served, the aroma alone was divine, and the execution proved to be an absolute culinary triumph tender, exquisitely seasoned, and full of rich, sophisticated flavor. Between the immaculate environment, vibrant atmosphere, superb libations, and flawless service, The Purple Pig earns full marks from me. A quintessential destination I shall most certainly be returning

This was a very mixed experience, which surprised me given the overwhelmingly positive reviews that…read morebrought us here. To start, the hostess was rude. It took her a while to acknowledge me standing there, and when she finally asked how she could help, I mentioned I had a reservation and began giving my name. She cut me off with, 'Please wait, I'm very busy.' After another five minutes, she finally took my name and asked my family and me to step fully outside, saying someone would come get us. We were finally seated fifteen minutes later--only after watching another party of three walk in without a reservation and get seated immediately. The appetizers and entrees were good, and our waiter was attentive, even apologizing for the rough start at the host stand. Things seemed to be turning around until we tried to order dessert. Despite being more than forty minutes from closing, our waiter returned to tell us, 'The chef refuses to make any more desserts.' This was that rare restaurant visit where the food itself was solid, but we won't be back. The service made it abundantly clear that our presence was an inconvenience.

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The Purple Pig - The kitchen

The kitchen

The Purple Pig - Chicago style hot dog

Chicago style hot dog

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Noon O Kabab - persian - Updated October 2026

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