Love this place SO MUCH!…read more Lovely and attentive service, delicious and ample food, great menu options (especially for vegetarian & vegans). Get the baklava!! Parking lot right out front (although it can get crowded).

The atmosphere is nice with indoor and outdoor seating. The parking lot is atrocious but you can…read morefind nearby street parking. The service left a lot to be desired and unfortunately we thought the reason was racism until we realized there is an automatic 15% gratuity. Started off with a mint lemonade and baba ganoush which came with pita. I wouldn't recommend either of these - the lemonade barely had a hint of mint and the pita was cold and a little stale, even after asking to have it warmed up. The baba ganoush itself was good but you don't really need it unless you're hungry and need an app. The food in main entrees were genuinely very good. Huge portions and everything was seasoned and cooked perfectly. My only small note is that for the lamb shank platter, i literally got only one potato wedge lol. Otherwise it was all fine. The prices are reasonable! We even got a dessert on the house but unfortunately i'm not sure what it was called (something like baklava) which was good. Overall a good spot but i left regretting the extra tip when our waitress kept forgetting to get little things like a plastic bag for our leftover containers and the receipt despite waiting for 5-10 minutes.

Start with the friendly and helpful service, oooh the food! Nun bread with some sauce very tasty!…read moreThen We had chicken and beef Shawarma , it was delicious, amazing is understatement!!! Then we ordered lamb skewers plater that came with nice spiced medium chicken! Served with rice or a choice of French fries! Best food I have eaten lately! The freshly blended juice is bomb , I had mixed fruits and hubby had Mint lemonade ! It was 17mins from the airport but it's totally worth it! If I lived in Chicago this would be my to go weekend refresh Nice Music by the way

This restaurant was recommended to me recently and I finally had the chance to visit. The staff…read morewere super friendly and helpful in guiding me while placing my carry out order. The decor transports you, very intentionally decorated. I had the chicken shish tawook dinner, the eggplant, falafel, wings, and hummus. This was legitimately some of the best middle eastern food I've ever had. The wings were extremely flavorful, the chicken shish tawook was juicy and beautifully seasoned, and the eggplant was delightfully tangy. I was really looking forward to coming here again.

This is my number one favorite bakery!! hands-down. I will drive one hour for you. And it's worth…read moreevery minute. Every time I go I never buy enough. Half way home it's halfway gone the food is just amazing so fresh. Service is always really good, the guys are very helpful and usually really quick.

Best middle eastern bakery around so fresh never a stale taste made with best ingredients and loveread more

This Lebanese restuarant has been on my list for quite a while. Finally gave it a try and it did…read morenot disappoint! For food I tried the Adis Bil Hamod and Masdgouf. The first one was (non-pureed) lentil soup with swiss chard, onnions, potatoes and cilantro. The ingredients made the soup rich in flavor. Meanwhile, the stewed potato slightly thickened the soup to richen the texture. I wish there could be more swiss chard, though. The Masdgouf was a hit: unlike traditional Iraq Masdgouf, they pan seared the cod (well, cod is quite tender so searing is actually a better idea), then topped it with a mixture of finely diced veg, peppers and tamarind paste. Served with Lebanese rice, grilled bell peppers and grilled Roma tomatoes. Compared to the Lebenese rice I had in Atlanta, the rice in this one was longer and drier, while the vermicelli in it was softer and more moist. Overall it tasted savory, sweet, sour, with a hint of spiciness. They did a good job in balancing these flavors. I also got some pita -- not those thin, balloon pita but tasted fresh and good, and not salty at all. Serice was friendly and quick. After the meal the chef asked me about my dining experience and I praised highly of the two dishes. She told me that while Masdgouf was not originally from Lebanon, she tried to add some Lebenese element to it, e.g., the tamarind paste. I really appreciate her effort to do something unique and delicious! The only thing I (seriously) hope they could do better was about handling the smoke from the kitchen. At first I was seated near the kitchen and the smoke made my lung uncomfortable; needless to say how it would affect the restaurant staff. If they could get a better range hood it would do good to both the staff and customers' health! I will try more dishes the next time I visit Chicago.

Very worth coming! Super wonderful flavors and high quality ingredients. The Makanek was seriously…read moretasty, served with pita, garlic sauce, and tahini sauce. I enjoyed the balance of all flavors with flavorful olive oil to finish it all off. Salty, complex, and with all the herbs and spices you'd crave. I was very happy i ordered the labneh, it was very fresh and you could really taste the fresh add-ins and goat milk flavor. This spot is seriously special.

Amazing authentic food, customer service was great, hookah is a plus. Everything you need is in one…read moreplace at this restaurant. Highly recommend.

We dined on a Sunday night around 8 PM and were seated right away, which was a great start. We…read moreordered the mixed grill plate, a Nutella shake, and I asked for water. The salad and hummus came out within a few minutes and the food itself was actually very good. No water given at this time. Unfortunately, the service was disappointing. We waited almost an hour for our main entrée, had to ask for the water again, and the Nutella shake we ordered was never served at all. Our server was not attentive throughout the night. One more thing to watch out for -- a 15% tip was automatically added to the bill, so make sure to check before paying. The food was enjoyable, but the poor service really affected the overall experience.

Yum yum yum yum--this place is a palace of flavor! Authentic cuisine in a warm atmosphere with…read morefantastically friendly folk; Anthony said the entire menu is based on his mom's recipes--so it makes a lot of sense why everything has that only heart-warming flavors that only a home-cooked meal can have. Everything tastes exceptional from the dolmas to the Arabian coffees

Finally found an authentic Lebanese restaurant in Chicago that serves with love. The spot is cozy…read moreand the simplicity adds to the beauty. The restaurant was also very aware of vegan option needs, and recommended all the tasty vegan items. To summarize - the hummus and falafel reminded me of my childhood in the heart of Middle East. Thank you!

A Hidden Gem in Chicago - Taste of Lebanon Restaurant…read more Taste of Lebanon Restaurant 1509 W Foster Ave Chicago, IL 60640 If you're looking for authentic Lebanese food, Taste of Lebanon is an absolute must-visit! Every meal we've had here has been fresh, flavorful, and made with care. You can truly taste the quality and tradition in every bite. The lamb shawarma is outstanding--perfectly seasoned, tender, and packed with incredible flavor. The chicken shawarma is just as delicious, juicy, and cooked to perfection. But the true star of the menu is the lentil soup. It is hands down the best lentil soup I've ever had--rich, comforting, full of flavor, and worth coming back for on its own. It deserves to be the #1 item on the menu! What makes this place even more special is the amazing customer service. The entire staff is welcoming, friendly, and professional, making every visit feel like you're dining with family. A huge shoutout to Ali, who consistently goes above and beyond to make every customer feel appreciated. His kindness, professionalism, and genuine hospitality are second to none. He takes the time to make sure everything is perfect, and his positive attitude truly elevates the entire dining experience. Whether you're stopping in for a quick lunch or picking up dinner, Taste of Lebanon never disappoints. The food is authentic, the prices are incredibly reasonable, and the service is exceptional. I highly recommend Taste of Lebanon to anyone in Chicago looking for some of the best Lebanese food in the city. Thank you, Ali and the entire team, for your outstanding hospitality. We'll definitely be back again and again!

A quick and easy, no nonsense fast food spot that provides authentic Lebanese food. The staff is…read morespeedy and makes it easy for everyone to quickly dine or pick up and go. There's only a limited amount of tables and it's cash only. I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap and had garlic sauce on the side. The garlic sauce is strong and tasty. The fries were also delicious and fresh. Would love to come back!

This is our first of many adventures to eat in Little Palestine. I had this place on my list for…read moreawhile. We came on a Saturday night around 7 pm and we were able to find parking immediately. To be clear, the parking area is kind of tight and cramped. If you can't find parking here, you can try seeing if parking is available in the neighborhood or next door. Inside Al Manakeesh, they have a plentiful amount of tables. You order at the front, receive a pager, and wait for your food. They have additional drinks in the back. They are known for making Middle Eastern flatbread pizzas and kaaks (bagel). Customer service was great. They were very efficient at making the food and drinks. Everyone was nice. No one was pushy when we ordered our items. Prices were good, they were inexpensive. We ordered egg/meat/cheese, pepperoni, mixed meat bagel, sfeha with tahaina, and zaatar/akkawi cheese/cherry tomato. Honestly, everything was a 5/5. I liked that the pizzas weren't floppy and none of the ingredients slid off. The portions were huge. I also got a peach matcha. After mixing it, the peach taste was very noticeable: -The pepperoni tastes cleaner and more flavorful than the American places. For some reason, the American ones are so greasy and oily. -For the egg/meat/cheese pizza, the egg taste really stands out. -Sfeha is halal ground beef and has more flavor than regular ground beef. The tahaina helps make it pop. -The zaatar/akkawi/cherry tomato is an awesome combination. When you take that first bite, you'll immediately taste all of the ingredients. It's that prominent. -The mixed meat kaak has halal turkey, halal roast beef, halal salami, mozzarella, Mexican cheese, and their signature sauce. They give you two cups of sauces. One I think is the signature sauce and the red one is a little spicy. The portion is big enough to share between 3-4 people.

Disappointing Experience on 10/25/26 @12:16 afternoon!…read more Unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. The food preparation time was inaccurate on Uber Eats, and when the order was marked as ready, it was not actually ready. I ended up waiting an additional 25 minutes or more, which was frustrating and inconvenient. On top of the long wait, some ingredients were missing from one of my orders, and some of the food was already cold when I received it. This was not the quality of service I expected, especially when ordering food that should be prepared correctly and served fresh. I understand that restaurants can get busy, but accurate preparation times, complete orders, and food served at the proper temperature are basic expectations. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and makes improvements to provide customers with a better experience. This is the second time that this happens where notes are not being read and ingredients are being forgotten they need to read notes and follow customers wishes and request! Unfortunately, that was fulfilled today food order was cold! And there was no arugula on my bagel since I did pay extra for ingredients, bagel was cold! I mean for an order of $67 dollars you would think the food quality would be good!

The food was excellent. Everything was tasty, though the grilled meats were dry. I'm happy to go…read moreback for the food, but the service was lacking. Our waitress took almost 10 minutes to come by. Another 10 minutes before she took our appetizer order. We wanted to order our main dishes, but it was next to impossible to get her attention; she is really good at walking by while avoiding eye contact. Another waiter seemed to notice our discontent and came by to take the final order, see if we needed anything, and finally, to bring the bill. If you've got the time to sit through a long meal, the food is worth it.

I dined here at my wife's behest. She and her girlfriend swear by it. But here's why I rated it one…read morestar: sanitation. The floors were filthy, the table we sat at was filthy, and the menus, YECCHH! Covered with fingerprints and food scraps. I don't think they've ever been cleaned. Same with the windows. And if the dining room is this filthy, I couldn't imagine what their kitchen and equipment look like. Well I can; I've seen Gordon Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares, and the back is always worse than the front. I refused to eat anything, and refuse to return. And if hygiene is important to you...

Best lamb and rice. Fire Service is always great. Friends…read morestaff. Chef always make sure u satisfied

I love their chicken shawarma meal. I used to live in Oak Park and that location was my JAM. I…read moremoved back to Lombard and was THRILLED when I found this location. I needed to update my review because the prices have become quite high. They used to have a little salsa/sauce bar where you could pick your hot sauce, and pickled items like pickles/onions/etc., but now you have to pay PER item and it escalates quickly. Lately a meal is costing me like 26.00 here and for that price I could literally go out to dinner. It makes it hard to justify coming in lately. TO clarify on the sides, pickles are 1.69 plus 2 small hot sauces at .69 each is another 1.38, plus turnips for 1.39 if you choose. So, yes it adds up. And I've never had to pay for salsa or hot sauce at any other restaurant.