I came here on the recommendation of a few friends who live in the Berwyn/Cicero area, and this was…read morea welcomed recommendation. The decor is has a sophisticated but super casual flair. I didn't realize it before going, but this is a restaurant that serves small plates which I've come to enjoy because I do like often like a variety of dishes to try and this place did not disappoint. The star of the show, however were the cocktails! I am an old-fashioned drinker, myself, and the cocktails were made perfectly. If for nothing else, I'll always keep this restaurant on my list of places to visit just so I can have their delicious drinks.

I was actually surprised on the vast menu items they offer from Italian pasta to tapas. Pedro was…read morevery nice to talk to as he introduced us to the specials of the day. The dinning room was fairly large as we walked in and sat close to the door. Pedro gave us the specials of the day and I ordered the seafood risotto ($32). My friend ordered the Fettuccine Fruitti di Mare ($30). Both dishes was good, with the right balance of protein and noodles. My risotto was a bit too cheesy but it was manageable. Service was very good, they stopped by to check on you and replace the dishes if needed. Overall, the food and service was great. There are plenty of street parking around the restaurant. I would come back for more next time.

Came here for lunch to celebrate my birthday. It is located in the Harlem Corners shopping center…read morewith ample parking. The staff is warm and welcoming, and we were seated quickly upon arriving. Love the ambiance! It is very cozy and inviting. We were served a complimentary appetizer: pita bread strips, pickled veggies, and what I believe to be an eggplant dip. We also ordered the Bawadi wing appetizer. It was delicious, and those wings! It came with a sauce, but I cannot comment on that because none of us tried it. The wings by themselves are delicious! My friends both ordered the lamb chops, and I ordered the Al Bawadi mixed grill with hummus and bread. Everything was good, and the portions are generous. The meat was tender, juicy, and seasoned well. We all enjoyed our meals. We plan on coming back in the Fall to celebrate another birthday. This is definitely a neighborhood staple and will come back with family.

We came here for a quick bite to eat before a game. The place was packed including the parking lot…read more They stay had plenty of tables available and we also received quick service. We ordered two sandwiches. A Chicken shawarma and meat shawarma. Both were fantastic and came with a lot of fries. Overall a very filling dish and a great option for a quick meal. The sandwiches were very flavorful and priced very fairly. Definitely do want to return to perhaps order some bigger entrees.

One of the best spots for shawarma, reminds me of the shawarma you get in Jerusalem. Brings back…read morememories of going to Al Aqsa and getting shawarma from one of the carts after.

Great fresh flavors, plentiful portions, and the guys behind the counter, are friendly and…read morecourteous. It's one of my regular stops.

Autre Monde set-the-bar. I've dined at most decent restaurants in Berwyn and the surrounding…read moresuburbs, and they set the bar so high that I'm primarily disappointed when dining out in the area. It got to the point where I'd either go to Autre Monde, downtown Chicago or cook at home. The duck sausage flatbread is the best on the planet. Duck sausage, truffle oil, smoked veggies, and a rock star crust make it the perfect comfort food. If I had to choose my last meal before death, this may be it! Autre Monde is about as close to Michelin-star-type cuisine as you will find in this neighborhood. The octopus is to die for and consistently cooked to perfection every time, just like their meat and fish. I've never had my food overcooked there, and it comes out exactly how I like it each time. The chefs are pros; Dan, Arty, and the crew run a tight kitchen. The staff is well-seasoned and friendly, and you won't have to wait for a drink at the bar or table. Liz, Doug, and the other bartenders are mixologists and make delicious cocktails. The food comes out ready with excellent presentations relatively quickly. They function like an orchestra, playing in the key of spices. The patio is well-put together; between the décor and landscaping, you feel as though you are at a winery. It's nestled in the backyard with walls and large fences, making for a quaint and quiet experience. The wine list and selection will please any pallet, and the well-versed wine experts on staff will aid you in selecting the right pairing with your meal. They have an enjoyable, eclectic art and movie selection that plays ongoing on a screen behind the bar, including movies like Clash of the Titans and Amazon Women on the Moon. The music is consistently good, never annoying, regardless of the year, genre, or artists they play. I challenge other restaurant owners and chefs to dine at Autre Monde in their free time so they can experience how the bar sets and raise their own. Keep rockin' over there, team! Ira

Except for our waiter commenting that my group lived on the poor side of Oak Park, this place was…read moreexcellent. The shrimp and Neevik were particularly outstanding. For the mezcal lovers among us, the Flamma is **fire.** If I can scrounge up enough pennies to return, I will.

Consistently good. Great buy considering the huge portions they give. Been here dozens of times…read more Highly recommend.

Late post Came here…read morelast night with some friends for dinner. For most of us, this was our first time. This place is located in a strip mall, so there is ample parking. Some staff are inviting, others, not so much. They have seating and music playing. I like that they offer options to choose an item from the menu or build your own meal. Some of my friends chose to do this. Another friend ordered a wrap, and I chose the chicken shawarma garden. They don't have their desserts on their menu, but they do offer quite a bit. We got a sampler which had a variety of desserts. The ingredients were fresh, and everyone enjoyed their meals. The fries are awesome, and I am not sure which dessert I had, but it had pistachios on top, and it was delicious.

Great time and a beautiful place. The table was ready quickly and all the staff were great!…read more The short rib hummus & lamb and beef kefta were both excellent. Seasoned and made beautifully. All the plates were nice sizes for shareables and well worth. Really satisfied, great experience!

This has gone from one of my favorite restaurants, that I'd recommend to all my friends visiting,…read moreto one of the most disappointing dining experiences in the city. The last two visits have been lackluster, but today was horrible. Service set the tone as our server disregarded us most of the evening. Never checked in to see how things were. Our appetizer passed our table multiple times. They couldn't seem to find what table it was for, and they took it back to the kitchen, for it to appear a few mins later, cold. Everything we ate just seemed off today. Lacked flavor. And almost everything was drenched in oil. The salmon kebab and rice was not bad, but like everything else arrived at the table barely warm, borderline cold. Really sad as this was our go-to spot for a few years.

Fantastic counter order cafe with great service and outstanding Greek food. We came for a late…read morelunch and ordered a few things to share. We had the chicken and artichoke sandwich. It was phenomenal, we also had the portobello mushroom sandwich. It was equally delicious. The sandwiches came with a side each, so we tried a small village salad and they serve served it with fresh bread and butter and we also got them lemon chicken soup and it was very delicious. 10 out of 10.

Excellent food and service. Will be back for sure. Loved the bread, sandwiches, salad and dip…read moretrio. Great spot for a quality lunch.

I really enjoyed their falafels and chicken shawarma bowls until they discontinued shawarma. please…read morebring back the chicken shawarma, their falafel is still amazing

Came back here again for catering (this is my second time) and they were just as amazing. I ordered…read morefor another event at my house and everything went so smoothly. They're always super friendly and attentive. They even offered to help me carry everything out to my car which I really appreciated. And the cutest part the owner's dad went and grabbed me two falafels for the road like that was so sweet. I love supporting family-owned businesses, especially when they're this consistent. The food is always fresh, and even a day or two later it still tastes really good which is a big deal for catering. This is definitely my go-to now for events. I'll 100% keep using them and recommending to my friends.

Food was 3-4 star, guy behind counter was harsh, when I asked any question, price was fair…read more Restaurant was cold in temp and attitude

I ordered a mixed combo plate and chicken kebab plate with extra pickled turnips on the side. The…read moremixed plate combo was about 26 something and it lacked in portion. For that price, I'd think they would give more rice and meat. The service could also improve because the guy at the counter wasn't pleasant and had somewhat of a bad attitude.