Family owned and operated, great service and delicious food! We have been ordering lunch and dinner here for years but recently tried their brunch. It was amazing! Two standouts were the Breakfast Sampler Platter and the Dubai Chocolate Waffles. The sampler was so healthy and delicious - I want to eat it for breakfast everyday! The waffles were mouthwatering, yet not too sweet. By the way, they make their own Dubai chocolates (sorry I didn’t get a photo) and they are the best Dubai chocolates I have ever tasted! The owner, Silvana, and her highly attentive staff (many who are her own family members) always make us feel so welcome and cared for!
This place was absolutely fantastic! We love Mediterranean and we're in the city for a Salt Shed show. I was a bit suspicious of all of the positive reviews but feeling optimistic. It was absolutely as fabulous as we hoped. The food was incredible, the service was great, and as we left, the owner thanked us with a big, bright smile. As I walk towards the door I looked up again to see her still smiling and waving. So sweet and so wonderful. I'm not overstating it when I say I felt like part of their family for a moment. We can't wait to visit again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Boorak
Brittany Hicks
Recently attended a party that had Cedar Palace catering. Absolutely outstanding!!! Have eaten at the restaurant before and can’t believe how equally fresh and delicious the catering was. Strongly recommend for your next event!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Laura Peterson
Cedar Palace is my go-to spot. I love eating in the restaurant or patio on nice days and have also ordered the catering for celebrations and gatherings. The food is not only delicious but clearly made with love. It’s always fresh and I never feel heavy after eating. 10/10 recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dewayne Logan
I forgot about this hidden gem. I am glade I remember how good the food and service was because it made a quick fix for lunch that day
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Martina Bani
AMAZING! This is truly the best Middle Eastern food I’ve ever had - everything tastes so authentic and full of flavor. The customer service is incredible as well and the staff are always so friendly and genuinely go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. I highly recommend that everyone try Cedars. It’s my go to Middle Eastern spot whenever I’m craving delicious kebobs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shane Merklin
Fantastic food and service! Dinner plate is the way to go for 2+ people. Definitely recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marygrace Golden
I have lived in Chicago for a decade and this is my all time favorite restaurant. Impeccable service, food, atmosphere, etc. highly suggest visiting and bringing friends and family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
nathalie Del Rosario
Authentic Lebanese cuisine made with fresh ingredients! I love their baba ghannouj very fresh tasting. We tried potato boorak, falafel both Chicken and beef shawarma and I love that the wrap is thin with balance of protein and veggies. The staff are very welcoming and friendly especially Chef Silvana and Anthony, will definitely be back with some friends.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steve Fuoco
Excellent for lunch. Attentive service without hovering. Chicken Swarma wraps were excellent and of generous portion. Reasonable pricing.
Was in the area and happened upon this place. Everything we had was exceptional, from the hummus to the lentil soup to the beef shwarma, even the fries were excellent. We forced down dessert and it was definitely worth the discomfort.
The chef/owner stopped by our table and chatted us up for a bit. She has an amazing story and was an absolute pleasure to meet. It is a family-run place and definitely deserves a visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lentil Soup, Shawarma
Lester Alvarez
Nice place to eat. Food was great and lovely staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lentil Soup, Baklava, Kebab
Tiffany Pohl
Delicious fresh food and amazing customer service. The owner brought complimentary deserts out that are a must try!
Some of the most authentic full flavored middle eastern food you can get in Chicago. This place is a gem. We’ve tried everything on the menu and you really can’t go wrong with any option
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adonis Zaire
Tasted meaty falafel platter. Rice tasted like it was boiled in tap water. Not a fan.
Family owned and operated, great service and delicious food! We have been ordering lunch and dinner here for years but recently tried their brunch. It was amazing! Two standouts were the Breakfast Sampler Platter and the Dubai Chocolate Waffles. The sampler was so healthy and delicious - I want to eat it for breakfast everyday! The waffles were mouthwatering, yet not too sweet. By the way, they make their own Dubai chocolates (sorry I didn’t get a photo) and they are the best Dubai chocolates I have ever tasted! The owner, Silvana, and her highly attentive staff (many who are her own family members) always make us feel so welcome and cared for!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lentil Soup, Dolma, Shawarma, Vegetarian Combo, Chicken Shawarma Sandwich, Cabbage Salad, Potato Boorak
This place was absolutely fantastic! We love Mediterranean and we're in the city for a Salt Shed show. I was a bit suspicious of all of the positive reviews but feeling optimistic. It was absolutely as fabulous as we hoped. The food was incredible, the service was great, and as we left, the owner thanked us with a big, bright smile. As I walk towards the door I looked up again to see her still smiling and waving. So sweet and so wonderful. I'm not overstating it when I say I felt like part of their family for a moment. We can't wait to visit again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Boorak
Recently attended a party that had Cedar Palace catering. Absolutely outstanding!!! Have eaten at the restaurant before and can’t believe how equally fresh and delicious the catering was. Strongly recommend for your next event!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cedar Palace is my go-to spot. I love eating in the restaurant or patio on nice days and have also ordered the catering for celebrations and gatherings. The food is not only delicious but clearly made with love. It’s always fresh and I never feel heavy after eating. 10/10 recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I forgot about this hidden gem. I am glade I remember how good the food and service was because it made a quick fix for lunch that day
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
AMAZING! This is truly the best Middle Eastern food I’ve ever had - everything tastes so authentic and full of flavor. The customer service is incredible as well and the staff are always so friendly and genuinely go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. I highly recommend that everyone try Cedars. It’s my go to Middle Eastern spot whenever I’m craving delicious kebobs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic food and service! Dinner plate is the way to go for 2+ people. Definitely recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have lived in Chicago for a decade and this is my all time favorite restaurant. Impeccable service, food, atmosphere, etc.
highly suggest visiting and bringing friends and family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Authentic Lebanese cuisine made with fresh ingredients! I love their baba ghannouj very fresh tasting. We tried potato boorak, falafel both Chicken and beef shawarma and I love that the wrap is thin with balance of protein and veggies. The staff are very welcoming and friendly especially Chef Silvana and Anthony, will definitely be back with some friends.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent for lunch. Attentive service without hovering. Chicken Swarma wraps were excellent and of generous portion. Reasonable pricing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shawarma
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Was in the area and happened upon this place. Everything we had was exceptional, from the hummus to the lentil soup to the beef shwarma, even the fries were excellent. We forced down dessert and it was definitely worth the discomfort.
The chef/owner stopped by our table and chatted us up for a bit. She has an amazing story and was an absolute pleasure to meet. It is a family-run place and definitely deserves a visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lentil Soup, Shawarma
Nice place to eat. Food was great and lovely staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lentil Soup, Baklava, Kebab
Delicious fresh food and amazing customer service. The owner brought complimentary deserts out that are a must try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rice Pudding, Chicken Shawarma Lunch Plate
Some of the most authentic full flavored middle eastern food you can get in Chicago. This place is a gem. We’ve tried everything on the menu and you really can’t go wrong with any option
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tasted meaty falafel platter. Rice tasted like it was boiled in tap water. Not a fan.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
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