We stopped by as a group of 5 for dinner Sunday night and we were promptly seated. We visited…read moreChicago for St. Patty's, but my two Persian friends were eager to show us some authentic food and Kabobi did not disappoint. The food was absolutely delicious and I particularly loved the Shami and Koubidehs. The koubidehs were so tender and juicy. The service was phenomenal and they even brought us some tea and dessert (bamieh) for free. Kabobi is open late and was the perfect spot to chat while the rain died down. Definitely coming back when I'm in Chicago next time!

Ordered: Caspian Mix Grill (~$25) with Albaloo Polo (~$6): 1…read moreskewer boneless chicken breast, 1 skewer filet mignon marinated in a pomegranate walnut sauce, with grilled onion, raw onion, and butter Bamieh & Balava (complimentary) Aya's take: I was really craving Persian food before leaving Chicago and decided to place an order for pickup to take on my way. I arrived 25 minutes later and they hadn't even made my order. From there, 3 different people told me it'll be another 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and 15 minutes. I ended up waiting 20 minutes and during that whole time there was no apology. One of the workers handed me a tea and later I saw they included dessert in the bag. It was a nice gesture but I was frustrated that it wasn't acknowledged by the staff at all and part of my order was still missing. I paid $2.25 for a Yogurt & Cucumber Sauce which I never received. The Caspian Mix Grill with Albaloo Polo was very good. The filet mignon & chicken breast were both juicy and well-seasoned. The Albaloo Polo is plain basmati rice mixed with saffron, caramelized onion and sauteed sweet & sour cherries. I liked the rice but it felt like they just threw the cherries on top rather than incorporate it into the rice. It was very filling, enough to share with 2 people, and good value. The Bamieh & Balava were also fresh, sweet, and a nice bite to end on. Ultimately, I would give the food a 4/5 and the service a 2/5, hence my 3/5 rating.

This is my go to place for all things delicious! I love the sultani platter with both chicken…read morebreast and ground chicken kebobs. Of course the dill rice is always perfect and the green spicy sauce is a definite must as a dab that will add a perfect kick to each bite. My friends and I hit Noon at least once a month for our "vent session" and the waitstaff know us by now. They know we will need a nice glass of wine (heavy pour is needed-lol). And they bring the food in waves so we have time to sit and enjoy. I love this place on a weeknight because it is always bustling with people. Families, groups of older gents out for their weekly get together and friends like my table. Love the vibe! Please know- you can choose the dine in "north side" of the building for a nice outing with full bar service or you can choose the "south side" entrance for a casual faster service vibe geared for delivery pick up and tv to watch for a quick dine in. I find the staff to be very nice, welcoming and they will explain anything you don't know about. The menu is very detailed and lots of pictures. Last week, Jorge, our server, made sure our wine glasses were full and told me I would love the chicken fassenjan. As always- his suggestion turned out to be my new favorite!! Thanks, Jorge! You know we will be back-

We did take out by going in to order! We ordered one of the chicken dishes and the Koubideh wrap…read more While we waited we had the Persian tea and it was delicious!! When we got home I was pleasantly surprised at how much food they gave us and it was all well made and absolutely tasty. I look forward to going back to dine in the fancy part of the restaurant.

I just came here to say this is hands-down the best hummus I've had in Chicago in a really long…read moretime. Their vegetarian selection is limited but everything I tried, I enjoyed. We placed a take-out order so I have limited comments on service and ambiance.

Consistently delicious food at reasonable rates for decades. Don't sleep on this Albany Park gem!read more

Love this spot as meat is always fresh, juicy and not dry. Rice is flavorful and entree comes with…read moresalad and lentil soup that is delish. Be sure to call direct or order when you go in to save some money rather than online. While they take credit card, you save more paying with cash,

Stellar service with amazing staff!! The servers are extremely kind and caring, going above and…read morebeyond to deliver excellent service.

Memorial Day. Great first visit…read more It won't be the last. Why? Fresh ..every thing. Hummus heaven. Meats , fish ,and vegetables. Grilled to perfection. Great service. Super deserts. Clean restrooms. So good.

First time ordering desserts from Libanais. Whoever makes this Pistachio Cake must get a raise,…read moreserious accolades for a job well done, and maybe a puppy! Soooooooooo delicious! Thank you!

Great lentil soup and their hummus is perfect. It was ready in 10 minutes and I had the perfect…read moreeasy quick lunch. I'll be back for more

My husband is a very picky eater, doesn't eat much from a restaurant. But since he ate from Hala In…read morehe has been suggesting to eat from there at least once a week!

I have never had mutapq before but I'd read about it in the last year and found that Sheeba Mandi…read moreHouse was one of the places that sold it so my friends and I went to check this place out. We also ordered a lamb dish although unfortunately I am blanking on the name. Both were super good, but the mutapq was sooooo delicious. We all loved it so much and I would come here just to get mutapq. It's easily one of my new foods that I really love. I think about this meal periodically and my friends were similarly impressed. Definitely stop by and try it, you won't regret it.

Snowy day find turned into a hidden gem! This was my first time trying Middle Eastern food, and I…read morecan't believe I've been missing out. The food was absolutely delicious, the service was great, and the place was very clean. I ordered the lamb and rice, and it was full of flavor and perfectly cooked. Prices are fair for the quality you get, and I really have to highlight how clean and welcoming the restaurant is. Special shoutout to Hani, who helped me out and provided top-tier service. Definitely coming back!

This place was great! Friendly service, lovely people, and of course delicious food. I got the…read morelahmacun, which is the best I have had in Chicago. My friends got doner kebabs (one chicken, one beef), which they loved too, especially the super fresh bread.

Wonderful, absolutely wonderful. The woman taking my phone order charmed me with her giggles at my…read moremispronunciations. I had never seen or heard of a Berlin diner, I happened to read about it today. I will be back - soon, very soon!

Falafel & Grill is my go-to fast-casual spot in the neighborhood. I'm here at least once a week,…read moreand it's consistently excellent. The food is great across-the-board. The Chicken Shawarma wrap and gyro sandwich are my go tos. The kabob plate is a steal for the quality and portion size. Service is fast every single time, prices are fair, and the staff is always polite and welcoming. The restaurant is clean, organized, and easy to get in and out of even during a rush. This is exactly what great fast-casual should look like: reliable food, good people, no hassle. A neighborhood staple.

Just went here to order a gyro sandwich for $12 and received the tiniest portion I have ever…read morereceived from a local Mediterranean place. Have to be honest the price doesn't match the food you receive. I know at least 3 nearby places that give you way more for the same or less price. Please work on your portion sizes or else your place isn't worth it Also had a friend order separately and the workers never called out his order. He had to ask if his order ready and it was just sitting on the counter for 8 mins already at that point. Do better

Restaurant and food were lovely…read more I came in for takeout. It was my first time having yemeni cuisine so I took my time reading the menu and the lady at the front was really welcoming and patient. The food felt and tasted fresh, beef and chicken were super tender and well cooked, portion was solid. Ambiance was nice, very cozy family restaurant vibes with booths on one side and tables on the other

Zahra's was a little confusing... we didn't know if we should seat ourselves or not. We were the…read moreonly customers so we asked and they said to sit anywhere. After we got menus, we waited a while and no one came, so we went up to the counter to order. The food itself was pretty good. One main dish is at least enough for two people, and each dish came with plenty of rice. There's a sauce in the side that had a good kick to it! I split the combination platter with my kiddo--it was enough for us with leftovers. The lamb chops were the best in my opinion. We went up to the counter to pay at the end. Overall, everything is fairly slow paced.