Ali Baba Kabab
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Ali Baba Kabab

★★★★☆ (118 reviews) · $$ Mediterranean, Persian/Iranian, Halal
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AppetizersSoups and SaladsWraps and BurgersMain CoursesChef's SpecialPersian SpecialsLunch SpecialsWraps Lunch SpecialArabic MealsFamily PlattersFaham Chicken Family Platter ( No Rice)SidesKids MealsDrinksDessertsWeekend SpecialsWings

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Tahina Salad

Tahina Salad

Mixed Grilled Platter

Mixed Grilled Platter

Dining

Dining

Exterior photo

Exterior photo

Menu front

Menu front

Hours

Hours

Order Counter

Order Counter

Seating area

Seating area

Pita bread

Pita bread

Halal meat Certifications

Halal meat Certifications

More seating and party area

More seating and party area

Menu back page

Menu back page

Mandi lamb

Mandi lamb

Mandi Chicken

Mandi Chicken

Lamb Chunks

Lamb Chunks

interior

interior

Falafel, Taboulah Salad, Kibbeh

Falafel, Taboulah Salad, Kibbeh

sushi and sashimi, outside

sushi and sashimi, outside

Lamb shank

Lamb shank

Outside

Outside

Falafel

Falafel

Beef Shawarma Platter

Beef Shawarma Platter

Beef kofta kebab wrap

Beef kofta kebab wrap

Customer Reviews

Alisha H.

★★★★★

Mar 12, 2024


I didn't know what people meant when they said they loved garlic sauce, until I tasted their garlic sauce, it's so good and creamy, I love pairing it with beef shawarma. Their hummus is also very good and even though it only comes as a big quantity, it's worth the money

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Isra A.

★★★★☆

Jul 11, 2024


This is a small family persian/Mediterranean restaurant in the suburbs. Everything is made fresh to order so they do take some time but it's all delicious with generous portions. My personal fav and go to is the lamb shank (not pictured) because it comes with flavored rice and the lamb broth which adds sooo much flavor that other restaurants can't quite get here. We've tried other dishes too and while good they weren't as memorable, the lamb shank is what i'd recommend coming here for! Make sure you ask for their special hot and garlic sauces, they really elevate all of the plates.

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Lindsay J.

★★★☆☆

Nov 7, 2023


We went on a Sunday for lunch. We placed a to go order consisting of one falafel pita, to chicken schwarma pitas and two lentil soups ($38). The woman at the counter was nice, but she was flustered. She told us a couple minutes and it turned out to be 25 minutes to get our food. Once home, the schwarma pitas received a good review. Loaded with chicken and very large. The falafel was also large, but is was very, very seasoned. Maybe it was too much coriander and a bit too much cumin. I could not taste the pickles or the garlic sauce through the spices. This type of falafel is not for me, so I would not return, but the others did like their sandwiches and the soup. If you dine in, I still believe you order at the counter. There is plenty of space inside the restaurant which has two rooms. The paint, flooring and finishes look new and are well done.

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Merrill D.

★★★☆☆

May 31, 2023


Yeah so Ali Baba Kabab is good. Not the absolute greatest yet not bad either. Definitely a take out place, it feels very awkward when eating inside. The big plus is that food is served hot and fresh..you know..fries aren't sitting in a heat lamp, you have to wait because food is made to order, and that is good! Service is emotionless and a tad slow although one gentleman was nice and handed us bottled water, thanks bro! I suppose if you order in advance and pickup, service really doesn't matter so in no way would I recommend turning away from this place, give the carryout a chance when you crave falafel and kebab.

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Tara S.

★★☆☆☆

Sep 4, 2023


I normally don't post negative reviews. But wow, I feel like I should warn people.For $16, these "platters" are an absolute rip off. This is the Lamb Sheesh with beef Kofta. Like 5 pieces of meat. This is mostly rice.The beef shawarma is definitely more reasonable.The food is OK, but upon complaining about the value, nothing was done.There are so many other places in Schaumburg that offer a better value than this!

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Steve A.

★★★★★

Nov 30, 2021


Ali Baba Kabob is the best authentic Middle Eastern food. It also isn't some chain where they mass produce average items. One of the best places to try something other than fast food while in Schaumburg. Has some lunch combos. They also make large platters. I picked up an order here recently and was impressed. It for sure isn't like many of these fast food style Middle Eastern restaurants. Those have been popping up everywhere and they're pretty much the same thing. Here it's a lot more authentic. The atmosphere also feels like it's in their home. Basically it is because they spend most of their time running a business. They have a Falafel Wrap Meal. It's $10.99 for a falafel wrap, a drink, and fries. The falafel comes with Arabic salad, hummus, and pickles. It has a generous amount of falafel. There's also other lunch specials to check out. A good small local business. It has many Middle Eastern favorites. The prices are pretty good for the big portions you get in these.

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Vanessa C.

★★★★★

Aug 8, 2024


Tasty and well seasoned food.we love their leg of lamb, Mandi lamb I think it's called. Delicious!!

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C. L.

★★★★☆

Jul 7, 2024


I grew up eating a lot of authentic Lebanese food in a Muslim town near Detroit, MI. Since moving to IL, I haven't found any Mediterranean food that I've enjoyed until now. Pro:-Falafel was the most flavorful I've ever had and was moist. It was a little more dense than I've experienced, but it was still super good.-Mandi Lamb was fall off the bone tender-The cashew and pistachio baklava were lightly crispy and not too sweet--better than when I've had at a famous Mediterranean bakery in Dearborn, MI. Con: -Beef shawarma was a little dry-The Lamb could have had a little more flavor. We were told this was cooked in a Yemenese style. I'm not too sure if it was meant to have a lighter flavor, since I'm used to Lebanese food. I'll definitely come back next time I'm in town

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Paula H.

★★★★★

Nov 22, 2023


A coworker from the Middle East recommended this place. Oh wow. It's so good. The three of us shared 2 lentil soups, hummus with chicken shawarma (the trip would have been worth it just for this), falafel, lamb shank, lamb sheesh and chicken (we brought most of it home because the servings are so big), and baklava. We ordered the lamb shank because they were bringing it out for a customer as we were arriving to the restaurant, and it looked amazing. It was! Served with a bowl of lamb broth. So good.

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Debra L.

★★★★★

Apr 28, 2024


It was our first time ordering after hearing recommendations from our friends. We ordered the special combo and was not disappointed! Very tasty and nice variety. Enough for two meals. We will definitely go back.

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