Food is to die for. Service, if you ain't wit it you can't hang. Ambiance, what does that even mean…read morelol.

We ordered thinking it was going to be amazing It wasn't…read morethough First off it was very very bland 2nd we didn't get a lot of meat portion 3rd 80% of the box was just stuffed with rice and less meat The food tasted ok Pita bread was good Very nice service though that takes the 1 stars

I like the Algerian food they made it's delicious Especially the Algerian tacos , chapati and meat…read moregrilled.

First timer! Came in today for lunch and had the falafel sandwich. It came with a size of hummus…read moreand I asked for hot sauce. Naeem the chef was so kind and Cooked a delicious meal. It was so hot and fresh and perfect. I also met the owner Nasser and he was awesome. I love this little gem in Jefferson Park neighborhood. I hope they expand to more locations in the city. Would love to be able to have their food delivered in Logan Square. You can also get their food delivered on all the apps.

The Chicken was super dry and the cucumber salad was not good. Service was really goodread more

They sell POMS and Hawaii enough said lol…read more They also sell fresh meats, tea sets, tagines, and everything else you can need. The prices seemed fair. Stop in and check it out.

I first visited Al Bawadi Grill at their Bridgeview location, and it was an outstanding experience…read more The food was delicious, and the service was exceptional, which is why I kept coming back. I've since visited the Niles location several times. The food has always been consistently excellent, but unfortunately the service has never matched the quality of the kitchen. Today's visit was by far the worst. It took over 10 minutes for our server to come to the table to take our order. Throughout the meal, I had to repeatedly flag her down whenever we needed something. To make matters worse, she seemed to disappear halfway through dinner--I'm assuming she clocked out--because we had to get another server's attention just to receive basic assistance. The food, however, was fantastic. I ordered the Al Bawadi Seafood Mixed Grill, and it absolutely delivered. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. That's what makes this so frustrating. This restaurant serves some of the best Middle Eastern food in the area, but when you're paying premium prices, you expect service that matches the quality of the food. I still recommend the food without hesitation, but the consistently poor service at the Niles location is making it harder to justify returning.

I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. If you are looking for delicious food in a beautiful…read moreroom with excellent service, you've come to the right place. Our server was so kind and never let us make the mistake of ordering the wrong thing. She gave us her recommendations every step of the way and every single one was perfect. What we got: Mint lemonade: 5/5. SO refreshing and delicious. Perfect sweetness and the little bit of pulp you get is great. I only wish there was more of it! Chicken arayes: 4.5/5. Crispy, cheesy, garlicky. Need I say more? Get some extra garlic on the side if you wanna take it up a notch. Fried halloumi: 4/5. These are like a soft mozzarella stick, so tasty. Definitely eat the pickles with them. Lamb chops: 4.5/5. 4 tender lamb chops seasoned beautifully. Definitely recommend the red rice over the yellow if you can handle a little bit of heat. Kanafeh: 5/5. Whoever thought that cheese, sweet syrup, phyllo, and pistachios would go together is a genius. Definitely don't leave without getting this dessert. The salt of the cheese perfectly balances out the sweetness. No notes! And get some peppermint tea to go with it too. And the portion sizes are huge! Definitely get your money's worth here. My only issue is this place is right by my job so now I'm gonna go broke getting food here all the time. But that's a problem I'd love to have!

For a place in a strip mall this is pretty good to be honest. It was a lot better than the…read moreexpectations based on the looks. North Avenue Falafel is located on North Avenue of course, but it's way out west around Oak Park. Has more than just falafel here with lots of classic items. There's options for both meat eaters and vegetarians who will find lots of good things. Came in around lunch and got a combo. It's about $12 for a typical one. They also have a few cheaper lunch specials. Had to get the Falafel Platter. This is the place's signature item after all, so it had to be good, and it was. I came with eight pieces of falafel. Quite a lot for a platter at this price. Lots of good ass stuff on here. There was hummus, Jerusalem salad, pitas, and rice. Falafel is the main thing it seems, but there's actually plenty more. There's side items like salads and soups. Have to make a return trip over here some time and get some more of the falafel and some other items. It's the best at lunch when there's some specials. There's more than just falafel, with a few meaty choices, and lots of choices for vegans and vegetarians.

Not super friendly. The food was odd. The beef kabob platter did not come in a kabob style. The…read moresalad was old. The rice was more like Spanish rice. The garlic sauce was 50 cent. MOST disappointing and odd was the hummus tasted like egg, never had this experience before and I am an average connoisseur of Mediterranean foods.

Delicious, flavorful food!…read more Got the family platter for 3 and it was great and a lot of food. (It was more than enough for a table of 4)

This was amazing food Maybe the best Persian and middle…read moreeastern I have ever eaten This can compete with noon o kabob Great kabobs good rice great service and cool inside 4.7/5

Was driving through the hood and decided to grab carryout for dinner. A couple friends were…read morestopping by and Mediterranean fit our dinner needs. We split chicken shawarma sandwich, lamb kabob sandwich and a small hummus with beef shawarma (requested they add this on). The shop provided two pita breads for the hummus. The lamb kabob was out of this world. Meat was juicy and condiments within wrap worked. Unfortunately the other items were mediocre. I waited in the shop as they put together my food. It's exasperating how the shredded chicken and beef were both overcooked and dry. Then the hummus which was lacking flavor. Tahini and lemon juice weren't properly incorporated.

I really wanted to like this place because there are some good things about it. However, the meat…read moreportions were quite small, and the meat itself was served cold rather than freshly sliced from the spit, which was disappointing. Another area that needs improvement is the beverage setup. Not having a fountain drink station feels outdated, and getting water from a jar with a shared ice bucket did not leave the best impression from a cleanliness standpoint. That said, the rest of the food and overall experience were fairly decent. If the restaurant increased the meat portions slightly, served the meat hotter and fresher, and upgraded the drink station, I would definitely consider coming back.

3.5/5 The dolma was…read morevery pickley but the prices were very good as well as the sizes.

So good! The service is quick and efficient. The owner was clearly working up a storm…read more While everything was good, the standouts were the chicken shish taouk, hummus, and falafel. The hummus was definitely tahini forward but is topped with a vinegar that balances it out. Falafels are never on my go to order, but he recommended them and they blew me away! So crispy on the outside, but soft and moist on the inside. And the chicken was juicy and delicious. The portions are incredibly generous as well. We had enough for a full meal later.

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

So so good, woman is amazing so sweet and her food is delicious!!! I come back for the woman…read morerunning the show.

Great food. We could dine in or take out, but we usually take out. I highly recommend the chicken…read morekabobs dinner.

Saw this gem last year got to try it today. The shawarma is the real deal -- meat that's actually…read morebeen turning on the spit, crispy edges, juicy inside, and well seasoned. Garlic sauce is very good. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the Mary and Marty are genuinely friendly. Place is small and unassuming from the outside, but that's usually how you know a spot is going to be good. Highly recommend the chicken shawarma platter and a side of hummus.