14 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Elgin

“Mr. Cesar’s Mexican Grill is our new favorite! Their menu is huge, portions are generous, the food is authentic, the atmosphere is friendly and bright! Eat in, carry out, delivery! Such a delight to have this great Mexican restaurant right here in Elgin!“

“love this local spot. the spicy chicken kabob is 🔥“

“Chef Abdul and his family run an amazing business! You can really taste the love and passion they put into every dish. The food is always fresh, full of flavor, and served with a smile. It’s more than just a meal, it feels like you’re part of their family. Highly recommend supporting this wonderful family business.“

“Stopped in for lunch today. The owner was very nice! Food was fresh and came out fairly quickly, everything was delicious. I will be back again soon to try out more of the menu!“

“We stopped for lunch and had the lunch combo plate and the gyro plate. We were glad we made the trip.“

“DELICIOUS!

Based on the name, I assumed this was a kebab fast food (hot dog serving) small, cramped, smoky 1930's Greek restaurant. To my surprise, it is a spacious, well-ventilated, well-lit 2030's sit-down restaurant with absolutely delicious chicken, chick-peas (hummus) and meat-based protein meals, with generous portions of elegantly-prepared rice, salads, nice pita bread, ancient Christian food treasures straddling the fence between south-eastern European and middle-eastern and Asia Minor national palates. Հայկական, Assyrian, Greek, Lebanese Arabic and Persian cuisine-lovers would love the flavors.

They are a great place to rent for graduation parties or baptisms.

I ordered a yogurt-based drink (Karoun, yum), hummus appetizer, French fries (crispy and good as is or with ketchup), then got a delicious chicken and ground meat kebab which came with rice, salad, and several delicious garlic-based and spicy sauces. An hour later I am still energetic and not at all in a food coma.

Great for lunch or dinner, a place to bring family who is visiting from out of town to sate their protein appetite.

I have to visit again to try other dishes and a bunch of salads.

Don't let the location fool you. It is n ot a small place.

This is a roomy place to visit for couples, a family, or a single man or woman looking for a 100% healthy meal that will nourish you for the whole day.

I went on a Sunday after Church and was the only one dining in. The service was nice and generous. The Karoun Yogurt Drink provided a protein boost which is good for the stomach. My family loved it.

One of the most memorable dining experiences, and a top restaurant for serving a hearty, generous meal that tastes better than anything I or you have had in a long while. Take some home to finish it later or get carry out.

Worth every penny. Impressive quality of every food item. Hummus was rich in healthy olive oil. Շատ համով.

5 star food.“

“Prices are right & portions :) Fast always“

“The food here is AMAZING! So much better than their competitors. I got the combo meal and everything tasted great. The staff is so warm and friendly. My new favorite place! Will be coming here often.“

“wait time was very minimal. Many food options . Nice Social distance set up.“

“Kosta’s Gyros is hands down the best spot in town for gyros. The meat is perfectly seasoned and tender, the pita is always fresh, and their sauce is absolutely unbeatable — easily the best local gyro sauce around. You can tell everything is made with care and quality ingredients.
On top of that, the service is fast and efficient without ever feeling rushed. The staff keeps things moving while still being friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is great too — relaxed, clean, and a perfect place to grab a quick lunch or hang out for a casual dinner.
If you’re craving a legit gyro, Kosta’s is the place to go.“

“Tried this place for the first and definitely not last time on 1/4 (Orland Park location). Absolutely delicious! The person taking orders was so helpful and patient with our many questions. Service was quick and everything was so flavorful and cooked perfectly.“

“The food , portion sizes , and prices are great but the chairs are unpadded and feel like sitting on cold concrete. On a cold day it's just as cold in the dine in area. as it is outside. Please turn up the heat out of consideration for the senior customers.“

“We ordered Palak Paneer, Butter Chicken, Chicken Pakoda, and Butter Naan.

The food was delicious, with a great mix of Pakistani and Indian veg and non-veg dishes. The place was clean, and the staff was welcoming and friendly.

One suggestion: they take orders orally, which led to a mistake in our order. It would be better if they wrote orders down to avoid any confusion in the future.

Overall, a good experience with tasty food!“

“Great beef and cheddar croissant!!! The beef is super flavorful without being overwhelming!!!“