I usually like this location however the past three times I've been weren't the best. Luckily there's other Mediterranean restaurants near me. The service has gone down recently the produce is not fresh the food is cold and the most recent visit 2/15/22 the employee was on her phone with gloves on and opened a bag of lettuce and tried to make my salad without changing her gloves when I asked her too she rolled her eyes, I went to spend my money else where. read more

I used to love this restaurant. Back then, each time we would visit or any time we go in Hyde Park and if we wanted Mediterranean food this place is literally our go to place just simply because it is a lovely restaurant with nice ambiance, great customer service and affordable and definitely delicious foods but lately, we visited the restaurant again and it is not the same as before and some things did definitely change. We ordered two different bowls for takeout and I was surprised to know the price of everything we got which was unexpected because I really know this place as one of the most affordable spots in the area. I did not complain and just paid everything. Then, I was already home when I ate it and no doubt it is good, every single veggie in it is fresh and it is just all in all well-seasoned and delicious however the price of it is definitely not worth it for those two bowls we got even if it is good and I would definitely prefer some good fast food than paying for like a twice as the price of the food. read more

Terrible service. I felt that I was not treated the way a paying customer should be. Skip this place. The food came out cold and wa snonwhere close to what I ordered. Hopefully this place closes soon because they have no idea how to treat customers read more

Five star for me based on flavor, non meat options, and friendly staff who are willing to explain the menu. Hyde Park location is chill and modern-posh. Food flavor is consistent and I love how colorful the food is. You feel good about eating here. Only wish they didn't play the music so loud. Street parking and wifi comes in from Starbucks next door. read more

Roti - Salmon salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

ALWAYS FRESH and delicious! My friend and I from work eat at Roti at least once a week and sometimes three times a week! Lol! We get a rice bowl and split it and we get an extra pita so that We can each have one. I wish I had a photo to add right now but I don't. The rice bowls are so colorful and have such a nice variety that you feel like you're actually getting some nutrition! The falafel are a perfect texture and in fact better than many Middle Eastern restaurants. I've also had the salmon kabob which is so moist and very good. I would say if you're going into the Hyde Park area for lunch you certainly should consider stopping to eat at Roti. This is a counter serve spot (similar to Chipotle style) and not formal at all. Carry-outs are common. Parking is rough however. There is street pay parking, but even that is hard to come by. Oh...very friendly service too! read more

I really like concept of Roti but I have had mixed experience in this location. More than once they have ran out of stuff, or today, the falafel balls were mushy instead of how they usually are. However, the selection of items is great and it is very filling! The location is also neat and it's a good experience to dine. read more

Roti has always been my go to fresh vegan meal. The flavors are always on point and I can expect consistency. The only issue is the concern with the servers and the delay with the foods. My friend and I went about an hour before closing to the Hyde Park location and it was not a pleasant experience. They were completely out of rice and wasn't making anymore, the forgot to fix my friends pizza after someone always already starting prepping it but it magically disappeared. We had to wait in the chicken and pitas to cook/warm up. Now you may ask why give them 4 stars if the experience was horrible. The food was still delicious and the manager came out and apologized for the inconvenience. He provided my friend and I with a free meal card and the workers (male workers, for some reason the female workers always have attitudes and don't know how to treat customers) offered us both a free drink. Although I quick stop turned into an hour, we left we delicious food to take back to our families and a free meal in our pocket with extra pitas . Will be returning this weekend and I pray it's a better experience. read more

Today I went to Roti and I really Loved the New faces and all the smiles. I forgot how things was done but the young Lady helped me and My dinner was AWESOME!!! I must return to one of my favorite places to get a healthy meal!!! Thanks to the Crew for being so NICE and KIND!!! read more

I agree with most reviews here. This is like the Mediterranean version of Chipotle and it's really good. Everything was fresh and very tasty. I had the rice bowl with chicken kebob. Everything was great! read more

I got food from here delivered. It did not taste good. Tasted col, do not recommend at all

I love their salads and they have a lot of vegetarian options! You get a lot of food for your $ and the flavor has been spot on every time for me. I usually order in person, but have had them at work catered events. read more

Food was good as always. On food, 5 stars. However, at one point a woman was cleaning something tough on the floor behind a counter with a rag. She stood up and put the rag she had used on the floor onto the food prep area while she stepped away for a moment. When she came back, she picked up the rag and went back to the floor to keep cleaning, but neither she nor anyone else cleaned or disinfected the food prep area. That's pretty gross. read more

I had to update my review and take off a star because EVERY time i get Roti delivered the order is wrong. Take tonite for example - I was supposed to get two pitas and I got zero. Hummus is listed as a side but instead it was put directly on top of both of my salads so it, along with the lettuce, had to be removed. Didn't need the hummus anyway since they left our pitas out. If you're getting Roti I strongly recommend placing your order inside the restaurant so you can watch and check your bag. Even when I order in house I check the bag before I leave because I often find that they left out a vinaigrette or a requested pita. read more

This was my first experience eating at Roti. I used the app to get a discount on my first purchase, which was great. I saved quite a bit. Even though I ordered on line, I still had a bit of a wait for my order. However, they apologized and offered a free drink while for my wait. The food was pretty good. I really enjoyed it, and I will return. read more

We stopped here after a full day of sightseeing in Chicago. Three people in our group of 5 are vegan, so we specifically chose this place. As we were walking in the door, the manager stopped us to say they were closing. When I explained our situation to him, he welcomed us in and made a fresh batch of falafel for us. It was really tasty, as was the cabbage/carrot slaw and couscous. The rice was seasoned nicely and the pita bread was delicious! This restaurant had fantastic food! The customer service was outstanding! read more

I love this place. I'm trying to eat less meat and going here makes it so much easier. Unlimited sides, you can tell them extra on everything. The food is hot and warm and the employees even enjoy the food which is a plus. )Trust me, I've been some places where employees told me some things to avoid.) read more

Ordered the tasting platter and it was simply amazing! So much food for a great price! Will go back in! The

Super healthy and customizable salads and wraps. What a find! I usually go to a falafel place but this is so healthy and fresh. I got a mixed geeens salad with falafel and all the trimmings- a spicey dressing, feta, olives, pickled beets, broccoli, cous cous, sweet potato and carrot. All for ten dollars- a giant and delicious bowl. Also Louise was really friendly and welcoming. Thanks!! Also very clean and bright inside so a nice place to sit. read more

Roti - Mediterranean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Randomly decided to try this place after passing by while on vacation in Chicago and wow I'm so glad I did! I got the salad with salmon. I love how the toppings are unlimited. It was very filling, even as a salad. Everything was fresh and tasty. I'm really glad I found this place and learned they have a location in Dallas so I will definitely be paying them a visit in Texas. read more

I've been to Roti three times since it opened. Every time I've gotten a salad with chicken. The food is pretty good, though I'd recommend avoiding the falafel. Maybe tonight was a fluke, but I think they might have a management problem. I went at 8:30p (30 minutes before they close). After my salad was halfway assembled it turned out they were out of a bunch of toppings. I asked if someone could at least grab some pickles--nope. I mean, okay. But if you're out of a bunch of stuff maybe people know before they go through the line. I would've just gone somewhere else. I wanted to take a seat, but there wasn't one. There were a few tables with people eating, but an employee had put up all the chairs on all the free tables, like they were closed. Five minutes or even ten minutes before closing time, I wouldn't complain, but half an hour? That seems excessive. If they're not willing to be full service (or at least something close to it) until their actual closing, they should just close early. read more

Do not order delivery from here. Multiple items were missing. A hummus I paid $3.50 for was missing along with two out of three sides and two sauces. read more

Excellent food great service.Amongst one of the best places to fetch an authentic mediterranian bite.I would definitely recommend it.

Really great quick bite! I got a rice plate with the spicy meatballs and chicken and it was delicious. Love how fresh it tasted and how many options they had. read more

Such great tasting, fresh, and good for you food at such a reasonable price point. Love the innovative drink options too.

Great food - good price, and really nice customer service! It's also a good place to study/work. They don't rush you out or make you feel like you need to eat and leave. I'm so glad they opened a Roti in Hyde Park! read more

Like A Mediterranean Chipotle. I thought it was great. You pick sandwich, salad, or rice plate. Then, you pick meat (falafel, spicy meatballs, chicken, steak), sauces, as many sides as you want (no extra charge for more sides), and toppings. The spicy meatballs were awesome and since they are new, they were offering a free drink with the meatballs. I will definitely go back. read more

If you haven't tried this fast food chain it is a MUST! Mediterranean Chipotle-style service and everything is Super Fresh and has many vegan friendly options. If you like Naf-Naf grill then Roti might blow your mind :) read more

Roti was introduced to me by some friends from Europe. They said "Hey, Ken there's this great Mediterranean place coming to Hyde Park, it has fresh veggies, and meat, that's all reasonably priced. I wasn't let down at all. The meal was delectable, and the green teas are addictive lol. I ordered my meal through Uber Eats and I admit I was a little worried that my quantity would be jeopardized by doing so, but it was not! I had a huge chicken bowl and it was more that adequate for me. I however did not have much sauce to speak of, but I was given the option to add sauce and I choice not to, smh. Next time I'll choose to add sauce and I'm sure it will be just fine. Roti, definitely a fan favorite!! read more

My first time here at this location today. I wish I captured photos now that I'm reviewing. First of all, the staff were extremely friendly and good spirited. I appreciate the comforting service and the atmosphere. Gotta give a shout out to the vegetarian/ vegan side of the dishes. Cleanliness 5/5. I ordered a rice plate with falafel, cous cous, tomoatoes and cucumber, red cabbage slaw, quinoa cauliflower tabbouleh, tahini sauce, and pita bread. All slamming! Now that I know it's delicious I'll just keep on keeping to the Hyde Park location. Oh and the H20 machine is a nice gem too... appreciate the style. read more

Placed a very large online order. Tipped well up front - received no pita - with any of the orders or on the side as requested. It's really hard to enjoy such good food with no pita. Disappointed - we're at a hospital ordering food in for friends and don't get part of our order. Food was otherwise good - but incomplete. read more

I'm really glad this place opened in Hyde Park, it's a great fast casual Mediterranean place. Love the red shug sauce and both types of chicken. read more

Ordered take out while a family member was recovering from surgery at Univ. of Chicago Medical Center. Food was very good. 2 of us shared the Chicken Roti and chicken kebob rice bowls and had most of the assorted toppings/sides/sauces. Everything was really good and delivery was timely. Driver had no problem finding us by our building even tho I had used number for across the street. Would definitely order again and way better than cafeteria food. read more

I have been here one time so far and chose a rice plate withc chicken roti. The food was good and the staff very friendly! You could tell they put an effort into it. Everything seemed clean with a nice design, even the bathroom. I quite like the concept and how they emphasize organic food etc. read more

Absolutely delicious and healthy. Plenty of food even for a tall guy like me! Very very tasty! Helpful staff.

Exceptional service. Had the salmon kabob meal. Costs about $12 but love that you can add anything to the meal so you get tons of delicious food! Dining area was busy and needed cleaning, but overall good experience. read more

This place is a joke! This was posted on Facebook with proof of a receipt! Typical liberal Hyde park ghetto shit! So we go into Roti restaurant in Hyde Park at 1526 E 53rd St, Chicago. We are Chicago Police Officers in uniform. My 2 partners and I come in to eat. My first partner paid for his food with the receipt below. So it's over 100 degrees out so my other partner and I wanted to cool off a little before we ordered. My partner that ordered got his food and sat down at the table to eat. 5 minutes later my partner wanted to wash up before he ordered. He asked the cashier Kaleel if he can use the restroom with his name on his name tag and on the receipt below. His reply is "It's for paying customers only". My partner and I looked at him with disgust. I was going to say my other partner just paid for food and all my partner wanted to do is clean up before he ordered. I did not want to exert my energy on him and I won't go to a place where we are not welcome. Instead of saying something we just turned around and walked away. We went to our other partner who was eating his food at the table. We told him what happened and he stopped eating and threw the food away. We all walked out the restaurant. read more

This place definitely became one of my favs now. Never been to the store but the pictures look great! Simple and clean.. ordered delivery thru UberEats. Finally satisfied with my order... the order was fast and pretty good tasting food! Not super familiar w Mediterranean food but their falafel is amazing! I do like kebob. Next time will try in their store and see what other tasty and healthy food they can offer.. read more

Clean, fresh food, no msg, great wifi, music a little loud. I enjoyed my vegetarian lunch and had a great time catching up with my work. I'd go back! read more

Roti - Mediterranean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Everything's just a trifle askew here. The food is too vinegary. There's overuse of the coriander/cardamom/cinnamon/clove spice group. My falafels were wrong somehow, perhaps undercooked. The staff act like they are stressed out. Anyway, I have no intention of ever returning, there are plenty of Middle-Eastern options in the city that are far superior. read more

Great staff, awesome healthy food choices. Pizza is amazing. No matter the line wait the staff is always calm cool and collected. Definitely a go to whenever in the area and looking for a healthy yet tasty option. I recommend trying a chicken & spinach pizza with both garlic & pasta sauce with extra cheese! read more