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    The Nile Restaurant

    3.8 (160 reviews)
    ModerateMiddle Eastern
    Open 8:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    12. Kalaya 9. Eggs with Potatoes
    Hira H.

    Ordered Shish Kabob Sandwich, Falafels, Kalaya and Eggs and Potatoes. And man, everything was AMAZING!!! Even the side of pickled vegetables that were served with the food were absolutely phenomenal! The service was friendly, sweet snd prompt. Neto polish everything off, the best (and most comforting) mint tea!!! It's an absolute MUST to visit and eat at this restaurant!!!

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    Linda A.

    I've been coming here since they originally opened their first location in Chicago! The food is authentic and fresh every time! The service is fast including when ordering through Grubhub! I've never had the opportunity to dine inside so I can't comment on the ambiance however I will vouch that the quality of the food is always outstanding! Palestinian owned and operated! The owner is a kind person and always goes above and beyond for his customers ensuring that they have a great experience! I usually order the hummus (with steak), baba ghanouj, kelaya, and shawarma wraps. If you haven't tried the Nile Restaurant, I highly suggest you check them out!

    Pickled turnips and peperoncini
    Randa U.

    For Middle Eastern food, this is a great hole in the wall joint. You get a selection of old school middle eastern sandwiches in pocket pitas and now they offer wraps. There's a barrage of, what looks to be, family members working the back kitchen. Every employee seems to help out one another, as well. I prefer my beef shawarma in a pocket pita, and that's why I ordered it. It came quickly and had lots of beef. The tahini sauce is a great compliment. You also receive a pickled turnip and peperoncino dish with it. They taste great when you add it to your sandwich. I also ordered tabouli and foul (pronounced fool). The tabouli wasn't too bad. I squeezed some more lemon and it tasted just right afterwards. It was chopped finely, which is how I like it. Foul is moudamas/fava beans slightly mashed with olive oil, garlic, salt and lemon. I was disappointed in that dish. It had no flavor. It needed lemon and salt. Booooo. If you're looking for fancy, go somewhere else. This is very authentic and isn't expensive at all. You'll be brought to an establishment that has the same style cooking as mom's in Palestine. That's why I keep coming back.

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    Fadia was super nice food was super good 10/10 wold definitely come back here I loved it

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    the food isthe environment is welcoming and warm . everyone one is helping and all ingredients are fresh

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    I had good time with family we have very good food ,Nice people also service, I recommend this place .

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    1 year ago

    Authentic taste! Great service! They are very friendly and fast. The fried cheese is definitely a must have!!!

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    1 year ago

    Excellent Food and Service. Always come back for the hummus and combination plate. Have been eating here for years. Never disappoints.

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    2 years ago

    I like chicken shawarma it's tasty and fresh of 5 stars but they were making good foods and sweet delicious and drinks

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    My favorite place for falafel and chicken shawarma. Service is ok. Ambiance is authentic

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    I did not like the food here. I did order goat but I didn't line it here at all. I won't be returning, too many better choices in the area.

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    Taking another star off for terrible service... rude inattentive entitled waitresses.

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    4 years ago

    Fantastic food. Great value. Lamb kabobs, lentil soup, fatta... playing the hits, keeping time, even crooning a few harmonies.

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    Amazing, I love you guys. Best middle eastern restaurant in Illinois. Just like downtown Ramallah

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    3 years ago

    Terrible customer service and very bad over price food, Do yourself a favour and avoied this place

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