Benjyehuda

Benjyehuda

★★★★☆ 4.2 (200) • $

Snack & Shrack

Snack & Shrack

★★★★★ 4.8 (23)

Tish G. "I was absolutely mesmerized by the taste of the lentil soup. I couldn't believe how good this soup is, and it's a summer day today. Almost 100 degrees in Chicago, I'm in thinking of getting more soup. I can't wait to try more of this menu. The service was awesome too!! The kindness of the staff will not be forgotten. Thank you for making this a great experience, even though it was take out."

Imee’s Mediterranean Kitchen

Imee’s Mediterranean Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.7 (41)

Steve A. "Cool that a new place in the Loop for lunch has opened because there wasn't enough lol. Imee's is fast Mediterranean style. Lots of options for both meat eaters and vegetarians. A small place but it's not meant for hanging out all day in. The prices are about what to expect for around here but not that bad though. By using a few discount apps, I found out about it. It's on Wells, making it easy to get to by public transportation. The place is kind of a bit small but whatever. It's in the Loop meant for the lunch crowd. Only open for lunch on the weekdays. Besides that it's pretty good. Came in and got a Veggie Wrap. Bigger than expected. It's $10, which is okay for around here. Good choice for vegetarian eaters. This has cucumbers, Lebanese salad, and lentils. Have to come back here again. It's convenient getting to from public transportation so no need to worry about parking. The Mediterranean options also have plenty for vegetarians."

Damas Grill

Damas Grill

★★★★☆ 4.3 (4)

NaywriChi W. "Ahh! This used to be Plates Grill, remember that? I had a Lentil Soup. The place is small, low key and intimate. It's still a Soft Opening for a couple weeks until the Grand Opening. PS. They don't have alcohol yet. So, it's BYOB."

Jarasa Kabob

Jarasa Kabob

★★★★★ 4.6 (258)

Kimmi M. "Had a really lovely experience from ordering to eating and even getting extra takeout after the meal. Everyone at the counter was super helpful navigating the impressive menu. Meals were deftly delivered to the table and everything was incredible. Really cannot say enough about how much flavor was imparted into every item."

Evette’s

Evette’s

★★★★☆ 4.3 (139) • $$

Gaz H. "3.5 Solid but not transcendent Lebanese and Mexican mashup. Get your falafel taco on, I guess. Not sure I remember anything beyond that. Really."

IDOF Fresh Mediterranean

IDOF Fresh Mediterranean

★★★★☆ 3.8 (303) • $

Jessica M. "Currently, this looks to be the only suburban location and we are so lucky to only live 20 minutes away! This is one of my favorite Mediterranean places. My usual go-to is the chicken shawarma plate with couscous, baby spinach, lettuce, cabbage slaw, tomato and cucumber, feta cheese, and tahini sauce with a side of falafel. Food is fresh and excellent while service was attentive and quick."

Ella Elli

Ella Elli

★★★★★ 4.5 (443) • $$$

Ben J. "Food and ambiance were great. Had two charcuterie boards - one with meat and one with cheese. Both were fantastic. The cheese and olives were very flavorful. The meat was tender and delicious. Also had the brussels sprouts and cauliflower which were fresh and earthy with herbs. Thought they could have used a bit more flavor as the brussels sprouts were slightly bitter. The gnocchi and mushroom toast were the best dishes of the night. Very flavorful and hearty. The seabass was light and well cooked.The server, Leo, was well-versed in both the wine selection and food and was very friendly."

Andros Taverna

Andros Taverna

★★★★☆ 4.2 (367)

David-Anthony G. "It's been nearly a year since my visit, but here goes this draft in my draftbox, begging me to finish! My friend brought me here for my 41st bday last August. It's a casual, but formal affair, if that makes sense. The space itself is pretty grand and you can tell a great amount of attention went into its detail. We sat in what appeared to be a sunroom, the entire restaurant was packed (but not in a mess hall sort of way). While the restaurant would not be one I'd opt for visiting (out of my price range and in the heart of Logan which isn't my cup of tea but perfect for my friend who's the king of showing off--love him to death), it was certainly worth the visit. This restaurant hit every nail on the head when it comes to an experience, a word that has lost its luster in today's greedy, corners-cut, post-covid climate. Our server made recommendations and got to know us, our runner delicately deboned our fish before our very eyes, a manager poked by, since we ordered wine a wine specialist ran down an extensive list of wines and their backstories. Just perfect. We also went for lamb chops, a beet salad and dessert specially adorned with a candle. You can tell the restaurant is operated by professionals dedicated to their craft and anyone with a restaurant (or business) could benefit paying them a visit to experience the experience of what an actual experience should look and feel like!"

Chrissoulas

Chrissoulas

★★★★☆ 4 (216) • $$

Susan S. "Returned after 4 years ago. There entrance is in the back of the building now. We met our friends there and they were sitting in the back to me, which almost seems like a hallway, so sat at high top table for four. Right near the door. We started with an appetizer of the Greek fries. Wow they were delicious hot fries with the wonderful seasoning, lemon and feta cheese. I could've ate that for a meal. It was delicious. I ordered the calamari appetizer which the flavoring was good. It came with pepperoncini lemons the flavor was great but I think with the veg it lost its crispness . Octopus appetizer was good almost minced very tender seasoned with lemons I ordered the avgolemeno . Beautiful presentation gigantic portion but didn't care for it. Tasted like the puff from the lemon was in it and didn't card for it. They were kind enough to take it off our bill. The Grecian chicken was fantastic so tender and succulent with cloves of garlic and crispy potato chunks that were very tender on the inside sitting in this incredible lemon sauce. Our friends had gyros and salmon special. They finished with a bread pudding . The food is outstanding I have to come back here and try the brunch."

Amy’s Kebab

Amy’s Kebab

★★★★☆ 4.3 (57) • $$

Shedrak K. "Delicious food thanks Andy for combo plates. Good people, service family place. Party room for events, and more. Chicken kabob fire!! Go chef Andy thumbs up"

Sultan Kebab & Bakery

Sultan Kebab & Bakery

★★★★★ 4.5 (336) • $$

Angie C. "Checks all the boxes! Generous portions of steaming hot food. The view from Sultan Kebab is interesting. There's even a table and chairs outside should you want to eat outside. Next time I have to order the lentil soup!"

Sinya

Sinya

★★★★☆ 4.3 (15)

Clara S. "Placed a takeout order, and this was certainly a great option to get a good portion of meats and Mediterranean food. For three people this was more than enough:- mixed grill entree: I loved the chicken which had a nice kick- gyro entree: tasty with lots of meat- Mediterranean salad with mixed schwarma: so much meat came with this it basically wasn't much of a salad, meat in this one was on the drier side thoughBoth entrees came with tasty hummus and rice. The pita bread was cold and hard though. The extra sauces I purchased (garlic, spicy, tzatziki) were tasty."

Little Village Cafe

Little Village Cafe

★★★★★ 4.9 (14)

mary r. "Absolutely promising. Everything we tried was delicious. Hope it gains traction. Real authentic recipes. Great portions. Looking forward to making this my go to place. Open for lunch is a bonus."

Barba Yianni Grecian Taverna

Barba Yianni Grecian Taverna

★★★★☆ 3.7 (423) • $$

Denyce M. "Came here for a birthday dinner for a friend with about 20 people. The Doctor and I got there early and asked if we could have our check separate from the group so we could pay for the birthday person. The server said they did not do separate checks, even though there was nothing on the menu that said that. We didn't expect that everyone was going to ask for separate checks, just wanted two checks for the table. Let's get to the food. When the best meal of the night is the appetizer, there is not much that can be said about the menu. The octopus was amazing! It was grilled to perfection and it was tender. Everything else was just ok. It got the Makaronada Me Kima (greek spaguetti with seasoned ground beef, tomatoes & herb sauce). The dish itself was good, just didn't knock my socks off like the octopus did.The Doctor ordered a gyro entrée but was brought a gyro sandwich instead. Due to the wait, he chose to eat it instead of having the server bring the right order. We are not big on sending food back, so we usually just pay and leave, but because we were celebrating a friend, we stayed. This was most likely going to be a one and done deal for me unless someone I care about really has a strong need to go there. There are too many great Greek restaurants to just settle. This is really a two star review, but that octopus gets a star."

Papa Chris' Place

Papa Chris' Place

★★★★☆ 4.3 (175)

Anthony M. "Surprisingly good! I have gone to a bunch of places like this, but I will say that this one has probably the most unique dishes and all of them fresh. I like the Francheezie which isn't very common in other places. Its cheese, bacon, and a hot dog. Its a heartattack, but good! My nephews got chicken fingers which were pretty large and everything came with fries. You can't go wrong. They also have a sizable seating area with plenty of space for larger areas. Theres millions of places like this in the area and across Chicagoland, but this is the best of them all! I will be stopping by again!"

Sultan's Market

Sultan's Market

★★★★☆ 4.1 (636)

Leland L. "Delicious!! I stopped in to pick up dinner and got the lamb shawarma platter and 2 baklavas. My total was $20, but this was a TON of food! I think my favorite part was the curry rice. It was definitely a pretty classic shawarma meal! The baklava was amazing and I recommend getting it too!! For a 'cheap food' place the prices still seemed very normal to me and not necessarily cheaper than other restaurants, but I think the good deal is the sandwiches. I definitely want to go back and try the $6 felafel pita!"

Ami Jerusalem Street Food

Ami Jerusalem Street Food

★★★★★ 4.6 (53)

Barb L. "Been here twice. The parking can be a tight squeeze but it's worth it! Ami has quickly become a neighborhood favorite. They offer both a lovely outdoor patio and a few indoor seats. The owner and employees are very friendly, welcome you warmly and check up on you while you are dining. This is Jerusalem street food, so if you are not familiar with, check the online menu because it is not the usual pita joint. We love it!"

Niles Authentic Mediterranean Grill

Niles Authentic Mediterranean Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (16)

Dinora D. "This is our grubhub go to spot! You NEED to order the chicken kabob plate. It's cooked and seasoned amazingly. The chicken is juicy and has a great flavor. The rice is delicious, and I really like the grilled veggies that come with it andddd the pickles :) if you like garlic, add a side of garlic sauce. So garlicky and delicious!Do yourself a favor and order from here! You will not be disappointed!"

I-Cafe Sukur's Place

I-Cafe Sukur's Place

★★★★☆ 4.2 (168) • $

David A. "Mathis place is a hidden gem off the Irving Park brown line. They have decent coffee as well as tea. The pide is probably one of the best in the city. It's baked to perfection and it's so cheesy and delicious. A great spot especially for lunch. Staff is pretty friendly and it doesn't take long to receive your order. Highly recommend the chicken pide or the vegetarian one.Beef and Cheese Pide is also good."

FIYA

FIYA

★★★★☆ 3.9 (231)

Vicki N. "Walked in with the beau on a Friday night at 7pm and was lucky enough to get seats at the counter around the oven without reservations - it was solidly full, and unsurprisingly so. Fiya has an awesome ambiance: Open, casual and cozy / intimate interior that includes a wood-burning brick oven and nice bar space, and a lush outdoor patio in the back. What a gem! Then comes the food and drinks: Great Middle Eastern / Mediterranean cuisine and a wide variety of beer, wine, and absolutely delicious cocktails, especially those with Israeli-style street sodas. Service was also so friendly, helpful, and efficient.Excellent for dates and small groups, shareable dishes, drinks and tapas, dinner, and vegetarians. Highly recommend the Salatim starter. Happy Hour is from 4-6pm on weekdays, Brunch on weekends, and apparently they JUST opened their new Cafe this August for pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch on weekdays from 11am. Definitely worth a visit!"

Sayat Nova

Sayat Nova

★★★★☆ 3.8 (490) • $$

Milo's Pita

Milo's Pita

★★★★☆ 4.1 (140) • $

Jacob J. "About a year ago a review pops in feed for Milo's claiming their shawarma sandwich is the best around! I was skeptical. Just the boon I needed to discover a new shawarma joint. There are many shawarma joints but not everyone has a great or decent sandwich. Usually just passable. But here, the chef is owning this menu. Since my many visits I've tried their shawarma and Kefta kebab sandwich which is soooooooooooooo friggin' good. Kefta is my favorite, beef shawarma is a close second. Kefta will differ from shawarma in how the meat is prepared. Shawarma is meat on a "spit" grill and is cut into slivers or slices like the meat contained in a gyros. Kefta is ground and mixed with some seasonings and formed into a kabab shape or patty. In the past I had tried their chicken shawarma as well which was forgettable. Most sandwiches are served on pita and few on Saj. If you've seen my reviews of Mediterranean restaurants, saj is a favorite. So, I always try to get my sandwiches on Saj bread if they would allow it. It's got more of a chew feel than a regular pita. Have also tried their burek which is not a spiral but comes in three single pieces of mozzarella wrapped in a longer piece of spring roll wrapper and fried. Something different than typical burek. Almost like a "real thing" version of a fresh mozzarella stick. Different tho good with a tasty side sauce.If stopping in to try, get a lunch special which is paired with a drink and fries. When served you'll notice that "fresh" quality in taste. Milo's sits on a corner with provided parking. They also own a next door business which offers ice cream and snacks during the warmer seasons. The restaurant is run like a carry out. If they got slammed with a rush of seated customers I wonder how they would meet demand. The dining room is better than most of their competitors nearby. Comfortable with good heating during the winter and breezy during warmer months. The pandemic has been rough for many of the restaurants in this locale. So it's my hope that people continue to frequent them and keep it going."

Al Bahaar

Al Bahaar

★★★★☆ 4.4 (20)

Fredrick B. "No Doubt Mediterranean: Outstanding Food & Service Khalil Ismail, founder & owner of Al-Bahaar Restaurant in Orland Square, accurately self-describes his newest restaurant as follows: "Discover the best of Mediterranean cuisine with our fresh seafood and flavorful kebabs. [W]e combine vibrant spices and the freshest ingredients to create an unforgettable dining experience. Join us and savor the rich tastes of the Mediterranean in a warm and welcoming atmosphere." My wife discovered this place looking to take me somewhere we'd never been before for Father's Day. Our friends Sonia & Samir Khalil and Hanya Aboukie Elkhatib HIGHLY recommended this establishment when asked whether we would enjoy dining here. Off we went. GREAT DECISION!We were greeted by the owner's son and another older gentleman who also appeared to be family, and were immediately seated. The menu was eclectic and no doubt Mediterranean with a few twist. EVERYTHING WAS OUTSTANDING!I started with the GARLIC OYSTERS as my appetizer incorrectly listed as a cold appetizer but properly served baked then broiled. Plump and succulent oysters bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.My wife and daughter shared (and I tasted) the MUHAMMARA a delectable dip made from roasted red peppers, walnuts, breadcrumbs, olive oil, and spices.For entrees our friends uniformly highly recommended the FISH SAYADIEH which comes fried or grilled. This is a whole deboned and halved basa fish. Light, flaky and fried in a perfect tempura batter served atop a bed of fragrant rice cooked with spices, nuts, and caramelized onions.The desserts and coffees are varied and delicious--I suggest the pistachio cake and vanilla cafe latte."

Kabul House

Kabul House

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1250) • $$

Karyn M. "Afghanistan is renowned for its hospitality, and the significance is not lost when you dine at Kabul House. You are welcomed in, treated with great care, and you will enjoy yourself in this opulently decorated restaurant as you dine on traditional Afghan dishes.Though not my first time dining at Kabul House but my first in this location, I asked myself why I did not come more often. The cuisine is halal and has elements similar to dishes from India and Persia and other countries.There is a spacious parking lot, an expansive dining area, beautiful decor. We started with bright and refreshing mint lemonade then shared Mantoo, which are minced beef dumplings, topped with garlic yogurt, and mint. These were very tasty and served with a bright and intense coriander chutney.One of my companions ordered the combination grilled kabob platter which is kabobs served with rice (Afghan, dill, or white saffron), grilled tomato and peppers. They are a regular to this restaurant and this was a favorite. My other companion chose scallion and leek dumplings which were cooked in herbs and spices, and topped with minced beef, garlic yogurt, and mint.I ordered the vegetarian platter which contained roasted eggplant, sauteed spinach, and pumpkin and came with Afghan rice. I loved the smoky, silky eggplant, the delicate spinach and the chunky, earthy and sweet pumpkin. It was tied together with the delicious Afghan rice, sweet with carrots and raisins. The national dish of Afghanistan is Kabuli Palaw which is rice, carrots, raisins and lamb. We had a great time, sharing the dishes which came with a basket of delicious naan and assorted chutneys. We weren't rushed or hurried and we stayed long after we finished, reconnecting and updating each other on new developments in our lives."

Mr pita

Mr pita

★★★★★ 4.6 (151)

Cynthia B. "We stopped by Mr. Pita to grab a quick lunch while on our way up to Milwaukee for the weekend. Both are grilled pita sandwiches were delicious especially with the creamy garlic sauce. Also, tried some of the salads which were very fresh and tasty. Their falafel is some of the BEST I have ever had. It's so good dipped in the garlic sauce. They also have vegetarian options and baked goods. The owner, Kenny is super cool. Very friendly, engaging and polite. Excellent customer service!"

Zam Zam Middle Eastern Grill

Zam Zam Middle Eastern Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (336) • $$

Steve A. "Bam bam! I ate here and it was so good it made me say damn damn! Zam Zam is definitely one of the best places for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean. Good stuff and big ass portions make up for the cost. There's a lot for vegans and vegetarians to check out. After running around all morning I needed some grub. I happened to be nearby. The cool name of the place caught my eye, so I gave it a try. Glad I did. They have several ordering options, including bowls, plates, and salads. I got the Veggie Plate. It's about $14, the only bad thing I can say. The price was high but there was a ton of food on this. For this plate, it comes with dolmanthes and falafel. There's baba ghannouch and hummus too. Also you get choices of sauces and sides. I got cucumber salad and tabbouli. Also you get pita bread. That's a lot. Boy, after all that food I needed to run around again. I could eat here every day and become a fatass. The prices luckily will keep that from happening thankfully."

Larsa's Kitchen

Larsa's Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.6 (267) • $

lucy t. "So we love Larsa's Kitchen but found out it is now combined with The Big Skillet across the road. We were going to take out so we ordered at desk. We love the Mediterranean Salad which has romaine lettuce tomatoes cucumbers onions parsley, mint, sumac olive oil and Greek vinaigrette. Then we ordered two pitas one with shawarma and the second falafel. Food was great as always!Hope Larsa's is here to stay."

Kosta's Gyros

Kosta's Gyros

★★★★☆ 3.6 (285)

Oliver Y. "First time here, went fat! Ordered the Italian beef with cheese n sweet peppers and gyros plate with fries. Ate half of the Italian beef, delicious! Attacked half of the gyros plate, delicious!!! Fries with ketchup n black pepper, yum!A lot of pickup orders happening. Would be re-visiting again!!!"

Shish Kabob & Grill

Shish Kabob & Grill

★★★★★ 4.6 (26)

Frank L. "I tried Shish Kabob & Grill and it was pretty good.I tried the Falafel Wrap with a side of French Fries - they were pretty tasty. I wish they had pita bread sandwiches too though. Employees are friendly and they have a small dining area in the restaurant. It's a bit expensive compared to comparable restaurants in the area like Pita Pita/Pita Inn but it's still a decent spot to get some Mediterranean food from."

Baba Pita

Baba Pita

★★★★☆ 3.7 (92)

Damian P. "Certainly I wanted to try the meat combo, as everyone has been raving about, but let's go for a different view and taste. The beef kabob plate it is. With probably one of the freshest beef kabobs I've had in a while and the dill rice, ummmm yes ma'am! The beef Kabob was not the typical kabob as kabobs go. It wasn't in a skewer or in a cylinder shaped morsel. Instead it was presented on top of the rice in a very typical fashion, but it didn't bother me due the taste. I absolutely thought it was extremely tasty and so tender. I poured a little bit of the sauce that accompanied it and BAMM! I will definitely now be addicted, can you say uhhh ohhh! I think that the place is beautiful (as it use to be Grand Daddy's sub sandwiches) but now, they have transformed the interior into a Mediterranean spot. I certainly can appreciate the fact that an establishment could seriously begin an adventure like this in what was once Little Italy. I love the fact that they have given us variety, as well as a taste that usually is brought in to select neighborhoods. I see a good future for the Baba Pita, and I truly hope that more will come out and see what I have seen and tasted. I don't think you will be disappointed but if you feel overwhelmed at the variety, by all means ask for a suggestion as I did. The young lady asked what I was in the mood for and of course I said beef, and we settled on the actual beef kabob dinner which was perfect, but one problem, too much food so leftovers it was. I give them a good rating and I am sure you will also."

Caffè Oliva

Caffè Oliva

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (235) • $$

Helen L. "I came here with a large group of friends. We did the package deal for drinks and then ordered apps on the side. Since we're splitting the bill, I can't say that the price was entirely worth it. I know for my group of friends (15 people), it was well over a thousand dollar for the 3 hours we were there. Service was great (thank you Eric!). Our server went above and beyond for our group. He even did a spider removal for us. This place is located right on oak street beach so it had the most beautiful view of the lakefront. I would add a warning that the bathrooms... are def beach bathrooms."

Fill A Pita

Fill A Pita

★★★★☆ 4.3 (166)

Sagarika G. "We were craving some Mediterranean food and decided to go to Fill A Pita for a quick lunch! They have 2 locations - Downers Grove and Bolingbrook - with slightly different menus. We went to the Downers Grove location and had a great experience! The service was great and I was in and out within minutes. There's ample seating inside! You can also order to-go on the phone or in the restaurant! We got a chicken shawarma bowl and the kufta kabob plate. The bowl I created came with yellow rice (you can get red spicy rice instead), hummus, tabouli salad, tomatoes, red onions, lots of garlic sauce, and red/fire sauce on the side. The plate came with yellow rice, kabobs, grilled tomato and onion, house salad, and hummus. We also got pitas with both entrees, making for the perfect meal! Both of the entrees can be completely customized with types of rice, toppings, and sauces. The meats were both very flavorful, tender, and juicy. The kabobs were grilled to perfection! I would love to try the chicken kabobs next time! Their garlic sauce is AMAZING! Would highly recommend getting some extra on the side because you will use it! I even had left overs for the next day! This is my first time trying Fill A Pita and I'm so excited to go back and try some of the other items on their menu!! Would highly recommend for a quick lunch or dinner that is fresh, healthy, and delicious!"

Skokie Grill & Bakery

Skokie Grill & Bakery

★★★★★ 4.5 (59)

Phil S. "I found a small Mediteranean restaurant on Main Street just west of Skokie Blvd in Skokie. It's a small Ma & Pa restaurant that I would have never known it existed if it wasn't for Yelp. I was in my way to Old Orchard and I had me a hankerin fer Sum Mediteranean foodLunch Special for $7.95 that came w/Beef Kifta Sausage, Chicken Shawarma, Falafel & Salad w/tomato's, cucumber & iceberg lettuce, rice & pita bread. I had very mixed feelings about this food. The rice was super bland, the salad while very fresh was plain iceberg lettuce, tomatoes & cucumber, no dressing. The falafel was a tad bland but was tastier once Nicole the waitress brought an orange sauce that had a little tang & a little sweetness. The beef kifta and chicken shawarma were tasty. Lentil Soup - $2.99 that was delicious.They have a fried fish that I would like to go back a try if I'm in the neighborhood again."

Zayna Mediterranean Grill

Zayna Mediterranean Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (76)

Yura L. "Ordered for pick up and it was fast and everyone was super friendly. I ordered a drink and they were sold out so they gave me another drink of my choice and and another free drink bc of the "inconvenience!" The soup was big in size compared to other places and loved the touch of lemon with it. The gyro was so crispy and crunchy bc of the crispy pita. My bf enjoyed his combination plate. We are happy to have you in the neighborhood!"