Middle Eastern Restaurants near Champaign, IL

“Wasn’t a fan of this place at first and even told myself I wouldn’t come back. But I decided to give it another shot, and I’m so glad I did. Turns out, I was just ordering the wrong things because my third visit was well worth it. The food was incredible. Now it’s one of my go-to spots. The service is great, the staff is friendly, and the ingredients are fresh. The lunch special is one of the best deals on campus , the portions are huge and well worth it. It can get really busy at times, but they work fast.“

“Absolutely awesome food you can find around here. It's like homemade cuisine—fresh, well-seasoned, juicy, tender, and served with delicious sides and stews. Words can't describe how good the hummus is: creamy, fresh, and of high quality. You have to try this place. You may have to stand in a long queue between 10:30 am and 2 pm since only one unique man does all the work. His face is serious, but he is kind and generously offers extra food and fruit on the side. The portions are even enough for two people, and the sandwiches are a specialty here. I've never had such amazing sandwiches anywhere else. Give it a try, and you will be addicted to food.“

“A great Middle Eastern restaurant offering 100% halal food. The menu features options like sandwiches, bowls, and plates, where you can customize your meal by choosing the main dish and sides. The flavors are delicious and very satisfying. They also offer lentil soup, which is a nice traditional touch. The place is clean, well-organized, and has a comfortable atmosphere. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely recommend it!“

“Got take out on a Saturday night. There was no line, service was quick and friendly. The food all looked fresh and delicious. I got a gyro bowl on rice, a small hummus, and fries. The bowl was HUGE; I think it will last me three meals. The hummus was so smooth, creamy, and delicious. The garnish on top (sumac, chickpeas, parsley, and EVOO) was a great touch. The fries were crisp and hot with just the right amount of salt/seasoning. The fries are also perfectly packaged for a to go order in a paper bag so they don’t get soggy with condensation.
I was also given 2 falafels to try; I noticed them hand making each one while I waited so I was excited to try them- they were crisp on the outside and light on the inside, not mushy or bland at all. Especially dipped in the hummus, they were great!
Wish I took pics but I was too hungry and dived right in :) will definitely be back!!“

“In the last 3 weeks, I have been here at least 7 times if not 9 or 10 - I’ve honestly lost track. What I know is that I get the Middle East Vegan with extra pita bread and a side of falafel every time.. See pictures of my last 3 Middle East Vegan meals 😍 The staff is amazing, super nice and helpful! You may have a 15-20 minute wait at times but it’s so worth the wait! The flavors of everything together is absolutely amazing! I put a little bit of everything inside a pita and gobble every last bite up! Phenomenal experience! Your restaurant deserves more recognition and notoriety! I’m a vegetarian and I’m so happy to have somewhere this good to eat!“