Middle Eastern Restaurants near Oak Lawn, IL

“Hamdullah One of my favorite places to eat! The hummus!!!! The best … So tasty. The service… so genuine and loving. The food …soooo yummy and nutritious. Peace be upon the cooks and the preparers. Highly recommended.“

“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“

“أزكى مشاوي وفلافل ومقبلات وعرايس بالبلد......... جربوها ما رح تخسروا و خبروني The best Mashawee and falafel and Arays, appetizers in town, try it out and let me know.“

“Great food delicious 🤤 sabroso“

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

“From the moment we stepped into this incredible Arab restaurant, we were welcomed with the kind of warmth and hospitality that made us feel like family. The atmosphere was inviting and beautifully decorated, but it was the service—and especially the owner—that truly made this experience unforgettable. The food was absolutely phenomenal. What truly set this restaurant apart, though, was the hospitality. The owner personally came over to greet us and made sure my entire family was comfortable and well taken care of. It’s rare to find someone who treats guests with such heartfelt attention. This was a memorable experience. I can’t recommend this place enough if you’re looking for not just incredible food, but also to be treated with the kind of warmth and generosity that leaves a lasting impression. We will absolutely be returning“

“This is now one of my favorite spots in the southwest suburbs. Food was delicious, I got a chicken shawerma platter and my friend got the shawafel sandwich.
The chicken was seasoned to perfection and super tender. The falafel was really tasty. I’m so glad I tried this place out and will 1000% be back in the future.
The owner was really nice and welcoming, giving everyone that walked in a free falafel with hummus. That’s the kind of hospitality that brings people back. Not only was the food good, the atmosphere was a 10/10. I wish I could give this place more than 5 stars, I highly recommend trying it out.“

“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.“

“Best of the best, they have the best Mankoosha in the Chicago Suburbs, Recommend 🔥“

“Hands down, the best falafel sandwich I’ve ever had! It truly tastes like home — absolutely amazing! The sandwich is packed with flavor, fresh, and perfectly made.
They’re a food truck located inside the plaza, and if you’re ever craving a delicious sandwich, this is the place to go. I recommend it 100%!“

“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.“

“Great amazing food and great customer service 5 stars“

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

“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.“

“Literally the BEST food! You will go back again and again. And if you are lucky, the sweet man who is always there (I'm guessing the owner) to give you an unexpected taste of something yummy (I've tried the lentil soup and he just surprised someone who had never had falafel with a mini falafel sandwich to try-and of course gave me one too). Bring cash or use the ATM, you won't be disappointed!“

“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.“

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

“It’s 100% 💯 original authentic Jordanian just like me 😊“

“I wanted to try this place and I have to say when you walk in the manager and team greeted me and said hello, made me feel welcoming. The prices were not bad. They gave me hummus and pita bread and water while I waited for my food to be done. The restaurant was very clean, no complaints.
Stellar review !! Please come try them! ❤️“

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

“Delicious & Authentic!!!!“

“ماشالله مطعم وقاعه اشي فاخر علي الاخر والاكل بشهي وقاعه نظيفه كتير. ومعامله ولا احسن من هيك كل الاحترام لطاقم العمل وبالأخص الأخ مهند الله يعطيكم الف عافيه علي حفلتنا مبارح. كل الاحترام من غاده صالون 🙏🙏🥰“

“You know why I frequent Alwatan Bakery? Insha’Allah “God wills it” Their halal food is the best, I go there frequently for breakfast. I wouldn’t give that McDonald’s crap, or any other fast food to an abandoned starving stray dog on the street.“

“Im surprised that not more people are talking about this place. I thought it was very good. Clean environment with a good selection and fresh food.

Edit after 3 months. I still come here and I’ve probably been 25+ times. This is the best Halal Food in the area.

Edit after 1 year. This place is good. The food is always good and the workers are usually nice to the customers I still give it 5 stars, but there are some small problems.
The chicken on rice should be cut small like it was when they first opened just like it is in NYC. They’ve been putting out huge chunks of chicken and it’s just not as flavorful as it used to be. Please go back to cutting it smaller. Also sometimes when they’re busy the place can be a mess with no one cleaning the dining area. One more thing is the drinks are never full. It’s always out of something and the cooler looks empty. I love this place so I hope they fix these small issues.“

“الاكل ممتاز والمحل نظيف والاستقبال ممتاز ربنا يوسع عليكم“

“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.“

“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.“

“Very friendly service! Was able to sample some of the food items ( Thanks Souna!, forgive the misspelling) Food is very fresh and the large Kabob plate is delicious and very plentiful. Love the Falafel and the Kibbeh was good. Really good is the Arabic pizza the cheese and grilled veggie one. I will be returning!“

“Yay can’t miss lamb mandi“