Middle Eastern Restaurants near Norridge, IL

“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.“

“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!“

“The best food & Staff very yummy 😋“

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

“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“

“Great customer service, and testy food 😋“

“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.“

“This place is great. Good food. Well priced. Attentive and friendly staff. My wife and I drive like 25 mins out of our way just to come here. It's getting harder these days to find restaurants that haven't excessively increased prices while lowering the overall quality of their food. Definitely worth the visit for great Mediterranean.“

“I got the combination plate, it was a lot of food and everything was 🔥 they also gave me a scoop of hummus to try which was also good“

“Excellent Mandi we had, we ordered family plate half and half, OH my god, the quantity and the quality of the food was so great, we were 5 people and still not be able to finish it, had make it to go, the meat was falling of the bones and melted in the mouth, great work guys, Keep it up!, when back in Chicago, will visit you again, you have a repeat customers for sure“

“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!“

“Went for the dinner on the recommendation of my daughter friend . We ordered Turkish kaboob, grilled shrimp , biryani ,Mint lemonade and some other dishes but taste was bland and try . I being from Louisiana was especially disappointed for grilled shrimp . Atmosphere and decor is attractive.“

“انصح في زياره مطعم بهار ونار يتوفر لديهم جميع انواع المأكولات الشرقيه والغربيه والخدمه في المطعم سريعه واسعار مناسبه“

“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.“

“Excellent food and service. It wasn't a fancy table setup, but it was cozy for our family and the art on the wall helped us enjoy the atmosphere.

Got an appetizer combo and meat combo with lentil soup and a Turkish coffee. It reminded us of our favorite Mediterranean restaurant In Cleveland.“

“Best food, very kind staff, all around great place!“

“Great place with great service. Only issue they have is not enough parking and prices a bit on the high price (vegetable appetizer should not cost $20). Great atmosphere that follows original location. Staff always very attentive but sometimes a bit too much. Will definitely go there again.“

“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“

“Zad was fantastic! I went with my family who were visiting from abroad and they thought Zad was the best food they ate in the Chicago area. It was delicious, healthy, clean, and filling. Not only that but the service was unparalleled and the owner was highly generous and friendly. Can't recommend this place enough.“

“Food, service and ambiance are perfect for a dinner out. Highly recommended!“

“Their Kabuli Pulau is so good! The most tender and flavorful lamb leg in the chicago area. And their rice! Moist and perfectly seasoned.
Better than Kabobi, better than Kabul.
Service is good and they are attentive.
Atmosphere is calm, nice vibes to enjoy their cardamom tea after your meal.

Lamb kabob, beef shami, and chicken shami also delicious.“

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

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

“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 !“

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

“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.“

“The food is incredible! The owners know how to treat their customers. So professional and caring I am hooked!! Everyone must visit this restaurant I highly recommend it!!“

“We loved our pistachio cold brew lattes-the best and best price! Especially Jose who was an amazing server! We will come back!!“

“We visited the restaurant and ordered the lamb soup and lamb kebab — it was incredibly delicious. My husband said it was the best soup he’s had in years. My kebab was also perfectly cooked — tender meat that melted in the mouth. Our new favorite place, thank you so much!“

“ordered a large order. they provided lots of sauce but forgot two main courses. instead of saying oh well and hanging up they went out of the way to bring us the items and a treat of baklava. this business has always been great and make all customers feel valued“

“Absolutely delicious, as always! We miss being closer to Hala In. #supportlocal“

“Food was outstanding as was the service! We definitely recommend it!“

“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.“

“Best Mediterranean fast food I have ever had! Very good quality meat, always tender and marinated to perfection! My kid’s favorite restaurant and always a hit for our family party’s!“

““Absolutely amazing food! We used their catering service and everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how delicious everything was — truly authentic Middle Eastern taste. Highly recommend for any event!”“

“Amazing food & service! Thank you Chicago♥️“

“The girls working tonight were super sweet and understanding. A+ for customer service delicious food and scrumptious hot fresh pita bread!“

“Excellent service... attentive, customer centered. Relaxed but upscale atmosphere, open kitchen allows customers to see food (shawarma, pita, etc) being prepared. Family owned, and on premises at all times. Overall it's a very nice place, authentic Middle Eastern food, kosher, friendly, you'll be happy to come back!“

“Friendly staff, cozy ambiance, & great service.♥️“

“I've been coming to this restaurant for over 10 years absolutely the best humus I've have hands down love seeing the same people behind the counter“

“Its very delicious and authentic arabian shawarma and falafel.“

“I just picked up falafel and baba ghanouj and it has to be the best falafel I’ve ever had. I was coming back from Skokie and I wanted to go to Pita Inn on Dempster and it was too busy but I did not miss anything - this is better!“

“I’ve lived less than a mile from this place for a decade and never tried it; tonight was the night. It’s a unique establishment - hookah lounge, banquet hall, bar. Walking in was a little confusing for first timers but we were quickly welcomed and seated at the bar. Drink pours were impressively heavy. Our food came out fast and was great. The cheese burek appetizer deserves special mention with its garlic and hot sauces! Our waiter/bartender was in full hustle mode on a busy Friday night but still found time to take good care of us and have a few short chats. Overall I’d highly recommend eating here. It’s a bit “different,” but who likes the same old thing over and over? I’ll be back.

Dietary restrictions: Plenty of vegetarian and vegan options here.

Parking: Parking in front and behind the building, one lot has a small curb to traverse. Not an issue for most vehicles.“

“Caspian Kabab has wonderful food with such a wide variety, there is something for everyone! The owner, Massoud, goes out of his way to ensure that everyone feels is happy and full! The sample platters are a great way to try a lot of different food. His homemade hummus, crabcakes, lamb kabobs, chocolate cake are the best and you have to try his tea! Thanks you, Massoud, for a great night out with the family!!!!! We'll be back!!!!“

“This restaurant is good and offers the most delicious and tasty food and fresh juices. I recommend it.“