Middle Eastern Restaurants near Berwyn, IL

“First time having dinner here and it was so good. Fast service and nice atmosphere. Looking forward to coming back!“

“Excellent food, superb wait staff, excellent atmosphere! We had an absolutely fabulous dining experience!!“

“I love this place, they have the best pitas in the city. Hands down. They’ve gone through I think 3 chefs in recent years as our waiter was explaining. But we both had the steak Laffa sand which and fries. 10/10 from both of us. It’s a sandwich I could eat daily. Tbh I feel like they gave too many fries, but they’re still really good, and the mango curry sauce mayo thing they give is unique, punchy and bright. We thought it was a curry mustard but it’s actually a mayo (I think).

We also learned you can buy the pita in bulk which is a game changer.“

“On the evening of July 5 my wife and I tried Avaspi on Belmont Avenue in Lakeview for the first time. It will not be the last! I love lamb and am quite particular as to how is it prepared. The “lamb delight” menu item was the best lamb I have ever had in a restaurant: tender, succulent, and prepared to perfection. The side salad accompanying it was not your ordinary side salad! My wife and I both enjoyed the Mixed Meze appetizer plate. Each of the five items was quite good but the muhammara was to die for. We ended our meal with tea, baklava and kubralice. The décor and ambience were refreshing and relaxing, and the service was outstanding. The pricing was very reasonable. Please give it a try. We do not think you will be disappointed.“

“The food is amazing: tasty and healthy. I love it. Thank you for also baking the Masala biscuit for our dinner.“

“A nice place and the food is delicious they have and the staff there are nice people fresh food every day and clean something indescribable Thank you guys“

“Food was over all nice tasting, service was good too. Bread could have been warmer,. Baklava, fillet mignon kabab entrée and hummus were fresh and delicious. Entrées need homemade sauces and not commercial hot sauce or Sriracha sauce. My tabbouleh had gravels in it, could not eat it.“

“So excited to have a new food spot near home. Absolutely Loved it!! Try this spot if you are looking for a fresh, clean, healthy and delicious meal. I ordered the chicken kabob bowl and the meat was flavorful, juicy, and chargrilled goodness. Also ordered the hummus. The portion was large enough for two to share. The staff was really nice and patient as I navigated the menu. They walked my food over to my table. Ten out of ten stars. I'd come back again and again and again.“

“Celebrated our anniversary dinner here and sat at the bar facing the kitchen..SUCH a good experience. Truly the best hummus & pita I have ever had. People will go crazy over that hummus claim but the food was objectively incredible at each step.

Service was fun, kind, and attentive and the watching the Kitchen was a lot of fun. Servers went out of their way to mark up the menu to indicate what foods were safe for my pregnant wife and brought us a complimentary NA bubbly to celebrate. That is the kind of experience you expect and appreciate at a restaurant of Galit's caliber and a prime reason why I have no problem with the included 20% gratuitiy and 4% fee that goes towards staff healthcare. That's how you build and maintain a team that operates at that level...“

“Hamdullah One of my favorite places to eat! The hummus!!!! The best … So tasty. The service… so genuine and loving. The food …soooo yummy and nutritious. Peace be upon the cooks and the preparers. Highly recommended.“

“Went to this spot recently for lunch and we’re super pleased with our decision. We got the beef (which has beef and lamb) and chicken shawarma wraps, lentil soup and salad. Everything was excellent, and the wraps were thin and crispy. Absolutely comforting meal, and spent $50ish for 3 people.“

“By far the best Arabian restaurant we have ever been to in the USA! We came from TN especially for this restaurant! And to make your experience even better and more memorable, please ask for Mohamed! And or store manager Hamza!

Mohammed was the best and made us wanted to come back the following day for another dinner!

Go and you won’t regret it!!“

“This place *never* lets us down. The food is delicious, fresh and just so tasty. Their hummus is the BEST- they add some delicious garnishes on it. Best hummus I’ve ever had. Just too good and reliable. My kids love it too which is great.“

“Went for the first time tonight and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. Better than I’ve had from kabobi grill and noon o kebab which is saying a lot! The hummus was very creamy and flavorful and the chicken was perfectly spiced and very juicy! Kebabs can often be dry and this is not the case here! Very god portions for a reasonable price! Check this place out!“

“This place is an absolute gem! The food is incredibly delicious, with flavors that leave a lasting impression. Every dish is prepared to perfection, reflecting authentic and rich tastes that are hard to find elsewhere.

The service is equally commendable – prompt, friendly, and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. Whether you're dining in or ordering takeaway, the quality remains consistently top-notch.“

“I celebrated my 20th birthday dinner on Wednesday, July 23rd, and it was absolutely perfect! From the food to the service, everything was spot on. Our server, Adnan, went above and beyond to make the night memorable. He was attentive, kind, and made sure we felt special the entire evening. Couldn't have asked for a better way to celebrate this milestone! Totally recommend!!!“

“The shawarma is my favorite thing on the menu 👍“

“I ordered for first time the All in platter which gives u a little bit of everything.. n I tried the stuffed grape leaves and the chocolate cake.. 😋 the cake is more than enough reason for me to order from them again . the Rumi sauce is also very good.. not too spicy.. has a little kick..“

“My husband and I enjoyed a delicious and authentic middle eastern meal this past weekend. The food was fresh and flavorful. The owner did the cooking and we even learned a few words of Arabic with his help! Shkran! The location is tricky to find as the restaurant is tucked away in the corner of a strip mall on Cumberland Avenue. We live in the northern suburbs, but were in the Norridge area on business. We might even travel to Bab al Salam for no reason at all! There is plenty of casual seating and many people stopped in for take out. Enjoy!“

“Absolutely amazing spot if you love shawarma! Have been coming here for years and every time it's just incredible! Flavor profiles through the roof and I'm always scarfing it down bc it's like I'm chasing the next bite.. and the best part is their portions of food, literally last me for at least two full meals. Falafel, lentil soup, Jerusalem salad, the sensationably seasoned and crisped french fries etc etc... pick and choose your destiny and I promise there is no wrong path 🔥🔥🔥 Thank you as always for your incredible service Best Shawarma 🙏“

“It's wild that food this good can be this cheap. Dollar-for-dollar it is one of the best places to eat in the city. Also a great spot to grab hummus or babaganoush - the babaganoush is legit extraordinary - to go and eat at home. Cash only, not a lot of seating.“

“Great Mediterranean food!! The chicken shawarma wrap was delicious. They also have a cute patio in the wicker park location“

“I absolutely love this place. The food is always fresh. The team is always recommending great dishes to try. You also get a ton of food for a great price which is hard to find nowadays! I definitely recommend this place to everyone you will not be disappointed.

Vegetarian options: They have vegetarian options, including falafel!

Parking: There is a parking lot there with ample amount of parking

Kid-friendliness: This place is very kid friendly a lot of good seating and baby seats available.“

“is a good place for eat healthy.“

“Great place. For house made items in the grocery section: their hummus is quite good. They get much of their bread from another bakery on Kedzie. Only complaint there is the Lebanese style bread cannot be split easily because the bread is packed into half while it is still warm. For this reason, but the thinner style bread (some call it mountain bread) which this store receives in smaller quantities, so I recommend going in the morning. Good selection of dried lentils, beans, etc. In the restaurant section, the food is delicious. Wonderful atmosphere too, with a wide range of Chicagoans bustling in and out: families, bus drivers, couples, etc. That said, I do generally recommend Taste of Lebanon across Foster Ave for shawarma.“

“Fool and falafel and the kushari“

“I love alasala the food is wonderful and super clean. It feels like im eating in jordan with the fresh ingredients and amazing seasonings. I absolutely love bringing people here just from how beautiful the restaurant is and the service is always wonderful. The place is always clean and super friendly to me and my guests. Could not recommend this place more.“

“A must try spot! Great food, coffee and atmosphere! Definitely recommend!“

“The tasting menu gave us dishes that were delicious and beautiful in an intimate environment. I feel bad about shouting the f-bomb several times while I was there, but I was telling a story and it was an important detail. This place is upscale, so wear something nice get ready for a hefty bill.

Vegetarian options: The vegetarian tasting menu is gorgeous and very very nice food“

“We dined on Easter for brunch- it was delicious and lovely with excellent service - our server Dylan was so sweet and took great care of us! We really enjoyed all of our dishes but the shakshuka, mezze platter, oysters and the chicken & waffles were stand outs! Good coffee and nice cocktails too! We’ll be back for sure!“

“New to the neighborhood, I was excited to try this place, and MAN OH MAN. It was so good. Classic comfort with a delicious twist. We got the Tahini Ranch Fried Chicken Sandwich, the Kefta Burger, and the Stuffed Falafel; not a dud in the bunch. The toppings and condiments that some on the burger and sandwich made basic diner food such a delight without feeling over the top. The real stand out was the stuffed falafel. I never thought of having a filling in a falafel, and the sweetness of the caramelized onions was such a delicious complexity to a classic Middle Eastern dish. Now I want to eat through the whole menu to find my favorites.“

“It's fantastic old school Chicago, and the food is so good, you just want to live there...“

“Excellent food! I had the veggie platter and everything was very tasty.“

“It's fantastic old school Chicago, and the food is so good, you just want to live there...“

“If I could give 20 million stars to Naf Naf Grill on Clinton, I would do it in a heartbeat! This team knocked it pit of the park with their service, organization, follow-through, and amazing food. I had a presentation with an important client of ours and needed to make a last-minute request for catering for 20 people. I put my order in online at 5:30pm the day before and they had my order, hot, ready, complete, and organized beautifully at 10:30am when I requested. No frills or bull. The team was the kindest and everyone said hello and served me well. And all the food, utensils, labels (yes, they include paper tent labels for all the food!) etc. came in two excellent reusable bags. I am so wowed. I was nervous at first, and Naf Naf on Clinton rocked it beautifully. I can’t wait to order from them again and again! Thank you, Naf Naf Grill! You’re a gift to the city!“

“Delicious food - great ambiance - great Melvin Taylor!!“

“This place is great! The service is excellent- the servers are always so pleasant. The food is fresh and tasty! The portions are huge! The bowl feeds 2 people and they always give you a pita! I frequent this place at least 3 times a month!“

“Nothing to take you girlfriend to on a date, it's super stark abs drab in atmosphere, but where it lacks in looks, it delivers in some delicious ass shawarma, ages you get a ton of food for the money. The last who works at night, she's a doll, crazy nice and so helpful and kind as well. You never leave here feeling like you've missed out on something, they do what they do well.“

“Very friendly and the food delicious !“

“I always have wonderful food at this restaurant. I loved that they had liver, and it was fresh. Very tasty.

Vegetarian options: Salads, vegetarian skillets.

Parking: Lot parking.

Kid-friendliness: Nice place to have family meals.

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy entry.“

“We ordered the Egyptian sandwich snd the shakshuka wrap. The wrap was an omelet wrapped in a tortilla, not a lot of flavor. But the sandwich was really good, very flavorful, just needed a little bit more of salt for my taste. I don’t have pictures because we ate it so fast. The coffe was ok. The place has a lot of potential snd I hope they continue to get better.“

“absolutely delicious! the falafel was perfectly crispy on the outside and moist in the middle“

“Good food I love this restaurant“

“A very well, clean, great customer service atmosphere with very reasonable prices and the food is very tasty. You will not be disappointed. Keep up the great works Crave Khebob team, thanks for your undying efforts. My favorite spot to eat at when I'm in Chicago about three times a week.“

“ماشالله مطعم وقاعه اشي فاخر علي الاخر والاكل بشهي وقاعه نظيفه كتير. ومعامله ولا احسن من هيك كل الاحترام لطاقم العمل وبالأخص الأخ مهند الله يعطيكم الف عافيه علي حفلتنا مبارح. كل الاحترام من غاده صالون 🙏🙏🥰“

“This was my first time visiting Masada and they did not disappoint!! I went on Afro Beats night which they do every Friday and Saturday. The energy and vibe is top tier!! I like that it’s not too big but there is just enough space to dance and have a good time. The DJ was jamming the entire night and the drinks were really good. I could actually taste the alcohol and not just juice lol. I recommend this place to anyone looking to just have a good time and get lost in the music.“

“My friend got a platter and shawarma sandwiches It was delicious 10/10 I recommend“

“Decided to try this place since our usual place was closed. So glad we did! Excellent food, HUGE portions and good service. Love that the kabobs come with peppers and onions and not just the meat. It was a great surprise to find the chicken shawarma under the kabobs! (I just ordered two combination plates without really reading the menu.) Definitely trying more in the future.“