Middle Eastern Restaurants near Willowbrook, IL

“I absolutely love this place!“

“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“

“We had a good experience while celebrating a friend's birthday. The staff adeptly managed our large group with grace and humor. The courses were well timed, the perfect temperature, aromatic and flavorful. Our only minor complaint was the 1 hour wait to be seated, and they don't take reservations. Perhaps they can offer tea to those who are waiting? As they grow, a separate prayer space would be a welcome addition.“

“All the food from this kitchen is absolutely amazing! I’ve tried a variety of dishes — including kousa mahshi, yalanji, kabab hindi, and fatteh makdous — and every single one was delicious. The flavors are authentic, the quality is excellent, and you can really taste the homemade touch. Highly recommended for anyone craving truly authentic and flavorful Middle Eastern cuisine!“

“Falafel Abdu & Hamouda is hands down one of the best food trucks I’ve ever been to! Their falafel is crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and bursting with flavor in every single bite. You can tell they put their heart and soul into their food — it’s not just delicious, it’s made with passion and pride. 😍🌿💚

The sandwiches are generous, fresh, and perfectly balanced. The toppings, the sauces — everything is done with care. And beyond the food, the people who works themselves are so kind and welcoming — it feels like you’re being served by family.

I love what they do, and they deserve all the support in the world. If you see their truck — stop, eat, and thank yourself later!
Thank you ya shabab for making falafel that tastes like home 🇵🇸✨💕“

“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.“

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

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

“This is the best middle eastern restaurant I’ve ever had. The food is amazing, the proportions are huge (unlike most Arab restaurants I’ve tried in the Midwest). And the atmosphere with the traditional clothing stands out and makes Al-Bawadi one-of-a-kind. Got the mixed grill and Lemon mint drink 1000000/10.“

“is a good place for eat healthy.“

“Absolutely amazing spot if you love shawarma! Have been coming here for years and every time it's just incredible! Flavor profiles through the roof and I'm always scarfing it down bc it's like I'm chasing the next bite.. and the best part is their portions of food, literally last me for at least two full meals. Falafel, lentil soup, Jerusalem salad, the sensationably seasoned and crisped french fries etc etc... pick and choose your destiny and I promise there is no wrong path 🔥🔥🔥 Thank you as always for your incredible service Best Shawarma 🙏“

“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.“

“Best Mediterranean food around quality value and family friendly. Staff is the best! It’s a must.“

“Delicious food. The restaurant is small but food is great.“

“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 😊“

“So I’ve been at this place a lot of times and it’s great! The food is great but the wings are a bit too salty and yea it’s great. Sometimes the workers ignore you but it’s not that deep. I love that there is some comedy to watch. But the place is real crowded on the weekend so e sure to come early. There isn’t that much outlets as well for me to charge my phone.“

“Grabbed their mixed grill to go for my family a couple times and we’ve also had breakfast at Ghawar more than once
this place never fails to be one of my favorites every single time
if you’re ever wondering where to take your guests Ghawar is definitely the spot perfect atmosphere and amazing food

big thanks to the service team and the kitchen crew for making everything so wonderful 🙌“

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

“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 🙏🙏🥰“

“This is my new addiction

The staff are super friendly and the food taste delicious.

I kept coming here almost every day

Try their Shawerma mixed plate or the Shish Chicken plate for a BBQ taste.“

“Delicious & Authentic!!!!“

“Good food. very fresh and excellent flavor. clean and inviting atmosphere.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“Hello Shawarma is literally the best shawarma I've had yet, and I've tried a ton of places. The shawarma here is incredible, the wraps are flavorful and the bread is always fresh!
You can tell everything is made with high quality ingredients. The portions are very generous and the flavors are authentic.
If you’re looking for amazing shawarma this is the spot. This is my go-to place for the best wraps, pita, and baguettes.“

“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!“

“This Naf Naf location was an awesome experience! My Fiancé and I have never been before and Evan was super helpful in introducing us to all the menu items, giving great recommendations and showing us basic steps on how to start an order. We will definitely be going back!“

“They have really good food and the portions are worth the price!! Been there twice already.“

“Wonderful food & service!“

“Yay can’t miss lamb mandi“

“We celebrated a college graduation and had a wonderful meal including a great chocolate cake. Tamer, our waiter checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed. Very friendly. The food was hot and the grilled meat platter was tasty, took extras home. 😊“