Our meal was delicious!!! Service was great very fast and…read morefresh One of the things I love is they are not far from a parking lot!!!

Love Middle East Bakery: best pitas and hummus to go (esp the spicy version of the hummus). Lots of…read moregreat treats for sale. Delicious lunch items too. A foundational business for the North Side!

Food is good but every time I've ordered, without fail, there's been at least 1 hair in my food…read more Health and safety protocols need to be enforced

Best middle eastern food in Chicago ! Super yummi food !…read moreLove the authentic steak wrap ! AMAZING. Best homemade falafels . The lamb chop plate is super tasty and

A red awning with a cypress tree covering the entrance to one of Chicago's famous…read more"hole-in-the-wall" urban eateries and all that announces the presence of one of the city's best Lebanese/Mediterranean restaurants. This place has all the staples you expect in Levant cuisine, and best of all, they do everything well! I love this place because it's no frills, inexpensive, quick, and SO GOOD. The hummus is fantastic, and the falafel is some of the best I've had, but my hands down favourite item is the Chicken Shwarma Wrap. That's the winner for me. The crew here was very accommodating with catering when we had a company event... and I watched a huge tray of wraps disappear in what seemed like minutes, so I can attest they were popular with our attendees. This place is truly are more than meets the eye.

Been here dozens of times since moving a few blocks away last year. Reliable, delicious,…read morereasonably-priced, and great service. Keep up the good work.

We were in the area and I was craving some shawarma and stumbled upon this little gem…read more My partner got the gyro plate and we agreed we could've shared that together! Portions were huge. Rice was super flavorful as was the gyro meat. We both agreed this dish was the star! The pita bread was fluffy but crispy at the same time. I got the Mediterranean chicken shawarma salad and it was flavorful! The chicken itself was kind of dry but it tasted great. Salad was fresh and light. Excellent quality of ingredients. Got a baklava because it was staring me in the face; yummy but very honey forward. Not my favorite but not the worst, probably would just try something else next time. The restaurant itself was very simple, nothing to see except the menu and the kitchen. The service was great and it came out crazy quick. The cashier was personable and the kitchen staff seemed chill. Definitely a good spot to try!

The food was great, service was good and they were very quick and efficient…read more The one thing I like about this place is that they use a very thin slicer to pull the gyros and you do not see a lot of places do that anymore. The thin gyros makes for such a nice wrap or sandwich. Please don't change that! The chicken is cooked nicely and has a little tartness to it which pairs nicely with the tahini and red sauce within the wrap. Overall, the place has great food at a great price and a great pick up spot if you're in the mood for some thinly sliced meats.

With limited time for dinner and uncertainty/disagreement about what we were in the mood for, this…read morewas such a good choice. What are the odds one restaurant can be a serious contender for the best falafel AND the best burgers in town? I've been there a few times and I'm in love with the ka'ak patty melt burger. Its not only melted cheese and grilled onions. It's bacon and jalapeño and za'ater mayonnaise. And it's two burgers. Served on an amazing sesame loaf. We split it and fries (also delicious with za'atar seasoning) and that was plenty.. But the onion burger is also pretty great. And you have to get the falafel. Also the onion rings. You may want to skip lunch. Ragadan has quickly become one of the first places I think of when we consider picking up dinner somewhere. We've eaten in, but there's not a lot of ambience. And even though they have a powerful space heater, the dining area is kind of cold in the winter. The kitchen is open though, so you end up interacting with the friendly staff. It's a bonus to see how clean they keep the kitchen.

I had Ragadan saved for so long, as a burger guy, you know that took some will power and every time…read moreI wanted to come, they were either closed or we were too far away. But on this day, everything aligned, we picked up some cupcakes from Jennivee's and I found street parking in one minute flat and walked over here. It's a nice and inviting space and there's a lot going on in here with the owners being from Jordan, the chefs being Mexican, the burgers being Oklahoma style smash burgers. We were talking to this dude with his girl and he was from Italy and he seemed to have enjoyed his burger as well. We get double protein as much as possible as we're big eaters and the double pattie OK smash cheeseburger was excellent. The Ragadan salad was different with kale and it was pretty good (bright, fresh, and colorful) with extra kefta beef patties. We also smuggled in those Jennivee's cupcakes and ate them after our peaceful meal here in Uptown, which happens to be my old hood. I still remember eating sardines for dinner, just like Biggie. :)

Wasn't sure what to expect at Cafe Yaya, and was impressed. The menu is interesting,…read morerecommendation to share plates. A French/Mediterranean feel with lots of good choices. We started with the salade verde, which was very nice and fresh, along with their asparagus dish, which had a creamy sauce and some pickled onions. A unique and tasty flavor. For main dishes we split their fig, caramelized Onion and feta pides. They call it a flat bread, but it is more stuffed. It was delicious, and the arugula on top was a nice fresh addition. We also had the mussels, which were delicious. The mergez gives it a little bit of spice, and the broth is definitely worth soaking up. We were stuffed from dinner so didn't try the desserts, but there were some yummy looking options. The service was very good. Our server was friendly and knowledgable. Would love to go back and try some more.

My friends and I had a prior reservation. We were sligtly late due to traffic yet they accommodated…read moreus.. I loved the vibe of the place and later found out it's from the same group behind Galit. We ordered the shakshuka, yaya fries, veggie bowl, lamb burger, and pistachio rose bun. I really enjoyed the shakshuka, and the pistachio rose bun was definitely my favorite. My friend loved the lamb burger as well. The Mediterranean-inspired ambiance was beautiful and made the whole experience even better. I also ordered a coffee, which was just okay, but everything else was great. Overall, it was a wonderful brunch spot with good food, great service, and a lovely atmosphere. I would definitely come back.

I love everything about Gundis! Always a 5 star experience when I go…read more If you want the full experience, you need to get their breakfast for two. The line up that comes out is outstanding. From housemade jams, to olives, to fries, to spicy omelettes and fresh hot bread, there is always something you'll love. Their fig and walnut pancakes we also very good, with actual walnuts and dried figs in the mix. The cucumber lemonade was so fresh and you could tell immediately its juiced in house. The ambiance is light and always bustling with service being top tier! I can wait to go again.

I'm very happy that I closed out my visit to Chi-City at this amazing gastronomy destination! Made…read morea last minute reservation, and the magic unfolded. Beverages: 5/5. I don't see the drink I ordered online and I forgot to take a picture of the menu. That said, it was a superbly blended craft cocktail with whiskey. Cuisine: 5/5. The stuffed chicken was recommended by the waiter and it was superb! Flavorful, filling, and just the perfect meal after walking miles around the city. The milk pudding was a solid closer, but I'd probably order one of their other desserts next time. Service: 5/5. Efficient, which was impressive, given the dinner rush. Ambiance: 5/5. Classy space, nothing to dislike. Buen provecho.

I got takeout from this place for my friend and I, and I was surprised by the quality and taste of…read moreour mix and match plates (shawarma meat and chicken). It tasted really good, and they give you a decent amount. I really wish they gave a little more sauce though, considering there were two full plates that we ordered. I do love all of the 4 sauces they provide, just wish they gave a bit more in quantity. All in all, this is an awesome place to have nearby. I'll be back!

Friendly sand caring staff and yummy food! Easy place to grab lunch while working. A handful of…read morebarstool height tables to eat at.