Overall , excellent . Absolutely adore their sister restaurant, Galit, so went in with high…read moreexpectations. The restaurant is lovely and the meal didn't disappoint . Great service. Our group of 5 shared everything which is the way to go. Here is a rating of each item we shared: Salade Verde - A minus Yaya Fries- B - be warned the word fries are misleading as they are actually potato wedges Caramelized Onion Miso Labneh- A Sweet potato harissa chilli crisp - A Big sis lamb burger - A- we split it by 4 - pretty great Ricotta Gnocci - C minus - pass on this dish - we didn't like the sauce/ flavors . Feta fig flatbread - A . This was delicious and the best thing we ordered We ended the meal by sharing " This Week's Sundae " which was an A . Great place for a girls night out , or date night . Recommend !

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 friend recommended this place and so glad we were able to try! Was feeling a little nibbly in…read morethe afternoon and this was the perfect fix! Mt friend and I split the chicken shawarma sandwich and some side falafels. We loved it! Inside is small with only a couple seating areas. We ordered our food to go and it took about 5-10 minutes. The sandwich was delicious and falafel had great seasonings and good crisp. The prices were so affordable! Such wonderful quality for what you pay! Would definitely recommend and come back!

5/5 easy. Falafel had the perfect amount of sauce, was moist…read moreand crisp, flavorful, not too spongey, everything about it was done perfectly down to the pita. The pita doesn't drip or get soggy, they leave an extra flap of bread in the bottom. Perfect way to end the sandwich. Ambience is cool, they have a full buffet. Definitely many options for food, especially for vegetarians! The baklava assortment was delicious, but having a good Turkish and Greek baklava near me, I'm not sure if I'd get it again. Service is unbelievably fast and fresh!

Came as a solo diner after having tried Cafe Yaya. Absolutely delicious and a HUGE amount of food…read morefor one (they're meant to be sharing portions so for one I had plenty of leftovers, which were delicious the next day). The wait staff were SO sweet and did warn me about the portions so I didn't fill myself up too early! I could eat that hummus by itself with a spoon and be perfectly happy. LOVE the tiny little tasty side dishes! The highlights for me were the foie gras and the lamb chops, which were a special item: they were so tasty and juicy in their sauce and absolutely perfectly cooked. There were protestors outside who screamed at people coming in and out of the restaurant, but honestly obnoxious people like that just make me want to come back and support Galit MORE, not less.

Food was excellent. Service by the team was well done. Courses were appropriate and portions…read morealmost too big but were flavorful. Only issue was at the end of the night: we got the bill and signed our receipt, and as we were finishing coffee- hostess came up to us asking us to clear the table to she can seat the next guests. I expect slightly more than a 10 min grace period to finish a coffee and use the bathroom and reflect on a meal at a Michelin restaurant. If she waited 5 minutes we would've already been gone.

Good "bang for buck" would be an understatement when describing this place. The quality of the food…read moreat Falafel & Grill is absolutely OUTSTANDING, and comes at a beyond reasonable price. As typical for a counter serve, this facility is no thrills but it's kept very clean and the service is straightforward and great. We've gone back here a few times and have never had an issues with wait time, which is impressive as it can get pretty busy with orders. We've tried both the Chicken Kabob Plate and the Kifta Kabob Plate and both were fantastic. They truly make the meat here the PERFECT tenderness - probably the softest and juiciest chicken I've had in the city!!! The hummus and falafel that the Plate meals come with are also delicious. 10000% recommend for a casual Mediterranean meal or takeout

I lived in Chicago ten years and always wanted to try this place. Sadly it took me moving away to…read morefinally give it a try! This place is a local gem: simple, quick, casual, but packed with flavor. The falafel is crispy crunchy and herby served with two sauces (the red is bright and spicy - my fav), and you can see that juicy shawarma rotating in the window as you pass. Though unassuming on the outside, this place serves yummy Lebanese food at high ROI. Of the two shawarma plates I tried, I fancy the beef, but I tend to lean beef. The chicken was clean and flavorful. The hummus is creamy and delicious and the plates are served with a balsamic fresh salad on the side. The guys behind the counter are working hard and if you're picking food up to-go, you're likely in and out of line with hot fresh food in under 10 minutes. Definitely a spot to try if you've never had shawarma or Falaffel, or need a quick bite while on your lunch break. Also wouldn't be a bad late night snacky

Went on a Wednesday around 6:30pm and there was no line. The food was 10/10. Ordered a falafel…read more(vegan combination) dinner and my husband ordered a chicken shawarma dinner combination. We ordered a lentil soup as well. Everything tasted so fresh, like a home cooked meal. Portion sizes were big. The falafel was so crunchy. We will definitely be back!

Ordered this for delivery through DoorDash, and I cannot recommend it enough! The food was…read moreinexpensive, the delivery was quick, and the portions were HUGE. We ordered two meals and a side of pita and that was enough for two meals for two people ( could have been more as both meals were very filling). I would highly recommend the lamb shawarma dinner. I will definitely return to their physical location in the future.

It's been there for 50 years so they must be doing something right. We came in on a cold night and…read morewere greeted very warmly. Service was wonderful and it seems to be a family run business. The menu had lots of selection and it's BYOB for drinks. Our food came out and was definitely plentiful. Taste wise we thought it was fine, not super remarkable, but did the trick. Prices were very reasonable. There looks to be a small sidewalk patio for the summer, but otherwise the ambiance was nice - not fancy. We would stop in again for a casual bite if we were in the neighborhood.

Old Jerusalem Restaurant is a local favorite in Old Town, and they offer various apps, soups,…read moresandwiches, entrees, vegetarian options, and pastries. I stopped by to get their Falafel Sandwich, which was filled with falafel, onions, and tahini sauce; I opted out of the lettuce and the tomatoes. I made sure to add a side of garlic, tahini, and the shata sauce to amp up the sandwich. The sandwich itself was filling, and the combination of the sauces were yummy! They make everything to order, so it took about 10+ minutes or so. Service is kind and friendly, and the restaurant itself is small and intimate. Metered parking can be found in the area. +falafel sandwiches +garlic, tahini, and shata sauces +friendly service +metered street parking available

one of the best and most consistent restaurants in wicker ive been to, i used to work next door and…read moreit was my go tomorrow lunch spot! the workers are very personable and helpful! not to mention well kept and very clean, overall delicious food and amazing service you will not be disappointed!

I got delivery from here, interesting take on middle eastern food. I go the falafel wrap, with…read morehummus, it did not come with many veggies on it, the falafel itself was quite dry and the hummus was not very flavorful. My partner got a falafel plate. He liked the meal. He also got a salad, which he reports was good. I also got some French fries with tahini and extra garlic sauce. Overall average.

Terrifically fresh falafel, decent baba, very good lavash, and good hummus. Overall a great value…read moreand we got friendly service. Bonus: Fries were excellent. Did not get/try any torshi, will ask for next time.

Just went here to order a gyro sandwich for $12 and received the tiniest portion I have ever…read morereceived from a local Mediterranean place. Have to be honest the price doesn't match the food you receive. I know at least 3 nearby places that give you way more for the same or less price. Please work on your portion sizes or else your place isn't worth it Also had a friend order separately and the workers never called out his order. He had to ask if his order ready and it was just sitting on the counter for 8 mins already at that point. Do better