42 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Hickory Hills

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

“الاكل ممتاز والمحل نظيف والاستقبال ممتاز ربنا يوسع عليكم“

“My husband and I were very impressed with the food. It's made fresh and is delicious. The fries tasted great and were not greasy. My husband had a huge delicious hamburger that he couldn't finish in one sitting. I had the steak shawarma which I enjoyed very much. We sat outside because the weather was perfect for it. The people working there were friendly and polite. We were definitely impressed.“

“I never had kabobs presented on skewers like at Reef Kabob; such fun! Excellent hummas and tabular salad. The most gracious staff!“

“The food was so good but a bit pricey. The service was excellent. We enjoyed the ribs.

It was frustrating that seats are first come first served. I wish they would take reservations ahead of time. We decided to stop before our flight and it took way longer than expected.“

“Love, love, love this place. The food, the atmosphere, the good looking crew, man! My first experience was to celebrate my daughter's birthday in August, the next was a birthday celebration for my sister, and God willing, I will celebrate my birthday in May. But trust, I will not wait until my birthday to go, mainly because I don't live in Illinois, but because I frequent this state, Al Bahaar is on my list of stops & I encourage family and friends to join me! Great job!“

“Absolutely delicious food and caring, kind people. Please support this amazing restaurant ❤️“

“Went to dinner here with my friend, we had an awesome experience! I've worked in Italian restaurants before and it felt like an authentic Italian experience 🤌 the servers/bartenders were great and guided us in our choices. We got the scallops which were phenomenal! Also had short rib, salmon, and white chocolate creme brulee for dessert. Just wow 🔥 I'm coming back for the branzino, didn't get to try it but I could smell it cooking 🐟“

“Omg!!! This place is too amazing to not try. The food is so fresh and super tasty. This location is my favorite one!! The way Amina and the rest of the staff recognize us it’s just so heartwarming, they make us feel like family. We are so happy when we’re here and leave even happier with a full belly. Thank you Amina and staff for an amazing experience as always! You guys are amazing! We travel an hour to eat here so that tells you how delicious the food is but the service makes it even better. We love you Baba Saj Oak Lawn“

“I have used Alrayes catering more than once over the years. The food is excellent and it’s great that they deliver as well. The communication with Shaimaa is always easy and flexible. There is great variety on the menu for every occasion. I definitely recommended Alrayes for anyone looking for quality food and great service“

“My husband and I had an amazing dinner experience at Autre Monde! Exceptional service, excellent food, and delicious desert! Cannot wait to come back!“

“La Parra is an authentic restaurant. Each time I go, I try something different, because I know they won't disappoint me. Everything tastes great and the staff are extremely attentive.“

“saw it as driving to get my car wash & decided to check it out / went thru drive thru got the bowl chicken and steak it was delicious“

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

“The greatest Shawrma I’ve ever had and amazing humos and falafel 🥙 and very friendly environment!“

“Perfect taste and super service 😍“

“Appreciated the variety of menu options, was greeted immediately and was even given a sample. Portions were large, had plenty to take home for leftovers. The staff was very attentive and the food was fresh. No complaints, will definitely return.“

“My partner and I enjoyed a delightful weekday evening dinner, and the experience was extraordinary from the moment we sat down. The flavors and aromas were so inviting, they hit us even before the main dish arrived. We started with Mazza, which featured the creamiest hummus and a smoky, perfectly roasted eggplant baba ghannooj. The falafels were the highlight—simply the best I've ever had, like the perfect cherry on top of a sundae. As for the Mansaf, it was nothing short of exceptional. The rich yogurt sauce, tender lamb, crunchy almonds, and flawlessly cooked rice made for a dish that was out of this world. It was so good, I couldn't resist having the leftovers for breakfast the next day. The service was top-notch, and even though we live over two hours away, we’ll definitely be coming back.“

“الاكل ممتاز والمحل نظيف والاستقبال ممتاز ربنا يوسع عليكم“

“Update Jan 2026:
I have updated my rating because you have mentioned that Water is going to be available in all stores.

2025
You have a sit in restaurant and you don't have free water. Shame on you for not following the basics of Islam and trying to make money on the name of Halal. I even asked the cashier to give tap water and they said that they do not have cups. I will adjust this post if I see any improvement during my next visit and please do not post an AI generated response from ChatGPT. The ask and task is pretty straightforward.“

“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.“

“This is my third time eating at Pita Pita. and I keep coming back for a reason! The first time, I had just the falafel, and it was the biggest—and best-tasting—falafel I’ve ever had. Every bite was packed with seasoning, and compared to other places in the area, this one stands out as the absolute best. On my second visit, I tried the mixed lunch, and it was simply delicious. The variety of meats, the creamy garlic sauce, and the refreshing salad with a hint of mint made for a healthy yet satisfying meal. The presentation was just as impressive as the flavors. Now, here I am again—two days in a row! Yesterday, I had lunch, and today, I’m back for dinner. This time, I ordered the mixed dinner, six falafels, and a side of that incredible garlic sauce. As I sit in my car taking photos of my meal, I can’t help but feel pure happiness. Five stars all around for both the food and the customer service! Pita Pita has officially earned my Golden Seal of Approval Award 🏆.“

“I love this place, it’s my favorite!“

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

“Not really any indoor seating, I think this is mostly a takeout store, but the food is good, and they give HUGE portions. The people here are really kind and gave my friend and I free drinks. I ordered the falafel and Beef shwarma which ended up being more like a beef burrito. This order ended up being $19. I don't recommend the shwarmas but i do recommend the falafel and my friend liked their hummus. Definitely would come again.“

“Absolutely delicious! The food is fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. The Medina Couscous and Harira soup reminded me of traveling abroad. Service was fast and friendly. If you’re looking for something more exciting than the usual local options, give this place a try. I’ll definitely be back“

“Yay can’t miss lamb mandi“

“Place is spacious, service was a little slow. Food could use some help. Octopus cooked very well but cold, pasta was Inedible, seafood pot was over cooked. Got the chocolate bar and tiramisu both very good.“

“I really enjoy Mediterranean food and this dish not disappoint. The trio of dips was super tasty and salmon and spinach salad good too and both were plenty to share between two for lunch and arrived to our table quickly. Pricing was reasonable too“

“Excellent food! Best Shawarma in the south suburbs.“

“Kefi has some of the most delicious Greek food in the Chicago suburbs! The lamb chops, souvlaki, and gyros are phenomenal and so are the moussaka, pastitsio, and spanakopita. When it comes to appetizers, you can’t go wrong with the flaming saganaki cheese, the grilled octopus the fried calamari, the loukaniko sausage, or the taramasalata. Don’t forget dessert! Try the baklava, galaktabouriko, and the chocolate cake! They have amazing drinks too! The employees there are very kind and friendly and the chefs really know how to cook! Eat at Kefi! You won’t be disappointed!“

“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.“

“Stopped here for breakfast, 1st time and I would definitely recommend it. The service was excellent and the food was great (real, fresh, hot, cooked to order)! I had the sampler with oatmeal pancakes and they were delicious!!! My other options included the chicken avocado crepe and Mediterranean omelette. The coffee was good, it came to the table in its own thermal to stay hot. I highly recommend!!“

“Very friendly and the food delicious !“

“We recently placed a catering order and everything was absolutely wonderful! The food was fresh, flavorful, and delicious, and the service was outstanding from start to finish. Everything was handled with care and professionalism, making the whole experience so easy and enjoyable. I highly recommend ordering from this place, you won’t be disappointed! Orland Market and Bakery is the best in town!“

“UNBELIEVABLE GRANDPA! Which is what I say when something blows my mind. Just like this place. From the minute I stepped in, the host/hostess greeted me with a smile. The whole wait staff was very attentive and went above and beyond to get me what I needed. And the food, WOW WOW WOW! Flavors and freshness were just mind blowing. Price was very reasonable. Thank you for the amazing hospitality you guys! This is a must checkout!“

“Hooray - Finally reopened to total YUM!“

“I love this place! Food is always tasty. Prices are reasonable. Drinks are strong. My favorite is the chicken noodle-tastes just like grandmas! Brussels sprouts a close 2nd. Nordstrom is my favorite store, love shopping and finishing up with a tasty meal. Service can be a bit slow.“

“This restaurant truly impressed us from the moment we walked in! ✨ The atmosphere and decor were beautiful, the dishes looked amazing, and the service was absolutely outstanding. We came as a group of seven to celebrate a birthday, and every single one of us left impressed and happy. 🎉

We started by sharing an appetizer sampler and some kibbeh, and everything tasted fantastic. It was the perfect way to begin the evening and definitely set high expectations for the main course. For dinner, we ordered a large kebab platter meant for six people, and we were shocked by how much food we received! 🍖🥗 It came with hummus, babaganoush, muthawama, fresh salad, and a great selection of perfectly seasoned meats that were cooked beautifully.

The mint lemonades were incredibly refreshing and paired perfectly with the meal. 🍋🌿 To finish the celebration, we shared a big crispy kenafa dessert that arrived with a sparkler and a birthday song for our friend — such a fun and sweet moment! 🎂✨

Parking was a bit difficult to find, but honestly it was completely worth it for such an amazing dining experience. I’m already looking forward to coming back again! 😋“

“Fatoush might be our new favorite. We ordered catering for a small family gathering yesterday. Absolutely perfect. Grill platter and shawarma. Meat was beautiful seasoned, cooked perfectly . Rice plentiful and so good, humus, babganush, muthawama delicious. I was prepared for the huge, gorgeous, fresh salad that came with the platter. Plenty of delicious sauces too. Service friendly. We will be trying dine in soon too.“

“Went tonight on a whim for dinner and I’ll just say this place was spectacular! Without even knowing anything about this restaurant in advance, and in town from Pittsburgh for a youth hockey tournament, we happened to drive by and decided to stop and eat there. Walking in the atmosphere was fantastic and the service was spectacular. We sat at the bar, had a few cocktails, unbelievable appetizers, terrific meals for dinner followed by the most amazing desserts ever. While we were there, we had an opportunity to meet and chat with the owner for a little while. Always a pleasure to talk to someone that is passionate about what they do and appreciates both their employees and customers. It was a fantastic dining experience and I highly recommend this place. Thank you Ted for your hospitality.“