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    Naf Naf Grill

    3.5 (413 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Isha T.

    naf naf - Clean, service was fast and good. I like the food. Good for quick food. I had a to go this time

    Small, super overcooked and very hard falafel that wasn't cutable with a fork
    Alex C.

    Writing this review genuinely upsets me because this Naf Naf was a cornerstone of my teenage years. Back in its prime in the 2014 era, this place was amazing. The falafel used to fall apart, the pitas were warm and fresh, and the fries.. oh my god the old fries were to die for. Since the pandemic it seems that this location or maybe it's a corporate problem is cutting corners. The first red flag was a few years ago when the ordering style turned to the way you'd order at subway/chipotle. Instead of walking up and ordering a plate or pita with the protein and having it served with basically everything unless you specified otherwise, now you go down the line and choose what you want and they added more toppings which makes it a little overwhelming if you just wanted the original experience and not know what to order. The food after that implementation to me, went downhill I haven't been back in probably 5 years since that until today when I thought I'd give this place another chance. I'm saddened to report that it's even worse than before. I placed an online order to pickup in store and as soon as I walked in I was pretty setback by how dingy it was in there? I remember this store used to be pretty bright and clean looking, now it's dark and dirty. The workers didn't seem too thrilled to be working there either but I was just picking up so I can't say too much else about the service. I had about a 15-20min ride home and by the time I got home I took a bite out of the fries they were cold and did not survive the trip back. Let's talk more about the fries because to me this is one of the most upsetting changes Naf Naf has incorporated lol. Years ago, these fries were so thin and perfectly seasoned/fried that I always wanted to make a meal out of just them. The fries now look and taste like something you would get at Burger King?? I don't even know how to describe it. Bland, soggy, and season-less. A fall far from what they once were. I didn't get the chicken shawarma (used to get it all the time but I'm sure it's horrible now too like everything else here) because the only reason I decided to try Naf Naf again was because I was craving falafel and was in the area. As I stated before, the old falafels were to die for. They were huge, soft yet crispy, and super flavorful. These were so disappointing. They have shrunk in size and they seriously tasted like they were made days ago and then reheated and overcooked. I couldn't even cut through these with a fork they were so hard and bland. The pitas were cold, they no longer taste fresh. The only thing that has remained relatively the same and still good is the garlic sauce and the pickles, everything else is not worth it. This trip reminded me why I stopped going here years ago, I won't be returning

    Some type of chicken bowl
    Brittani L.

    Tried Naf Naf for the very first time. I've heard good things about it and wanted to check it out. I must say the food was pretty good and the guy who took my order was patient and polite. There's a strong likelihood that I would return and try other items on the menu.

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    I had a tetribale experience at naf naf aurora location very rude guy Alfredo and unhelpful and other staff were very polite the guy got angry on me when I ordered I asked for no pickle he put I said ok but he still got again and again got angry on me and we put extra rice only one bowl he charged me for 5 bowls which 2.50$ very rude service ch for wrong amount they don't know what they are doing poor language he didn't know how to talk with customer when we were eating on the table he came out for checking what we were eating that part was very rude he can't check like that they closed women bathroom I have to use man bathroom I have to change my daughter diaper I can't change because of bathroom was closed out by employee he didn't know how to talk with women service I would not recommend this place to anyon.

    Dried out of overcooked stale pita
    Jo G.

    I used to love coming here and I haven't been able to come up this way since before the pandemic. I was sad to see other locations closed so when I got the chance to go to the Naperville/Aurora area I stopped in. Previously my usual description of their pitas was "little pillows of heaven" soft fluffy and freshly made. They used to be delicious. Not anymore. I don't remember exact prices from before but I don't remember spending so much for just hummus and a few pitas. I think at least one or two pitas were included with the humus and if so, they aren't any more. The texture was more like a stale day-old "soft" pretzel. It was dark brown, hard dried out and I overcooked. Difficult to chew. I noticed none of the rotisseries were going even though it was the evening during rush hour/dinner time. Really disappointing to not be able to get what I've looked forward to in the past.

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    Shannon M.

    What, how did I never review this location? I come here all the time. Food is great like at all locations of Naf Naf (chicken kabob and saffron rice are my favorite), and staff is really nice. Sadly I can't eat the delicious pillowy pita bread now because of a gluten free diet, but when I told the guy at the counter I didn't need it he looked over to my dad (who was with me) and said, "Would your dad like it?" Thoughtful of him (& dad did like it!) This location is convenient to the mall and 59. Fabulous food and service; of course I will be back.

    Danny S.

    Had a bad experience at this place before. I understand that they have changed owners and a lot has changed. It's nothing like it had been. I thought I would give it a try again to see if anything has changed. Their Pitas were not warm and Luscious and melt in your mouth delicious like they were in the past. So this is twice now. They're not cooking meat fresh on the Spits like they used to as you can see by the picture. Their chicken was once again dry as a bone and sitting in a bin. So I asked if they had anything fresh. She said the steak is made fresh. So I ordered a steak bowl. I opted not for the fresh cucumber and vegetables because that has changed as well. They now put absolutely zero spice on it. So I said no to that. But was excited to at least try the steak now. Well sadly it was the most grisly garbage I've ever had. As you can see by the picture I spit out probably half of it. Very uncool. And uncouth. But I couldn't chew it or swallow it. So to the New owners I would say that you have ruined this place. It should be a time on a Saturday when a lot of people are here and I'm looking at empty tables. So sorry this was one of my favorite Mediterranean places that I sent absolutely everyone to.

    Chicken Shawarma with Basmati rice and Israeli salad
    Ashley M.

    After hearing my boyfriend rave about this place, I was so excited to try it! He loves it, his coworkers, a very picky crew, also love it, so surely I was expected to like it too, right?! One thing that happened not too long ago that will probably forever change my expectations of places like Naf Naf and all the other places after it: The Halal Guys opened a store less than 2 miles from my house. I know, forever changed. So, here I go with my Naf Naf experience! I ordered the Chicken Shawarma, and it comes with pita and your choice of two sides: basmati rice, Israeli salad, or fries. I chose the rice and salad. For $11.99, seems a tad pricey. The food was ready pretty quickly. The portions are generous but then again, you're paying $12 a plate. I'll break down the different parts of my meal: -Chicken: a bit dry, not seasoned very well. -Basmati rice: dry; I struggled to eat this and eventually stopped and brushed it to the side -Pita: warm, delicious -Israeli salad: this was my favorite part of the meal - fresh and delicious. I ended up mixing this with most of the chicken and the rice to enhance those items I wanted to love this place a lot more, but for the price and the fact that I've been spoiled by so many good shawarma places near me, I just couldn't help but dream of all the better places as I was getting through my meal here. Maybe I'll give Naf Naf another try in the future, but definitely not dying to go back.

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    3 years ago

    Order take out from here a good amount and the staff is always friendly and quick! Definitely good for a quick bite!

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    Ask the Community - Naf Naf Grill

    Does this location serve halal meat? It advertises "has halal options" on yelp but a simple Google search suggests otherwise. I am guessing it counts falafel and other veg options as halal and that can be kind of misleading.

    Hi Farrukh - while we take great care in the preparation of our food, we do not follow any religious laws. I hope this helps.

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    Unlike most of the reviewers here, I never knew this place when it was new and wonderful…read more I only know it for what it is now: Middle Eastern Chipotle So I started with low expectations. I just wanted (somewhat) healthy take-out with decent flavor, that I could order ahead. I ordered a build-your-own chicken shawarma plate, with hummus and couscous. As noted in the reviews here, they give you very little chicken, so I made sure to order double chicken. It was really good. Flavorful fresh chicken, lightly seasoned couscous. The hummus didn't have much flavor but otherwise everything was yummy. Also ordered the two-pack side of falafel. Looked burnt but actually just right, tons of flavor. Everything was ready right when it was promised. Easy pickup. Tons of parking. Strong review from me but I acknowledge that I don't have the burden of remembering them from the days when they were truly special.

    I should have written this a few years ago, I was just going to let it go.. but it really bothered…read moreme that my 5 star review was here but no longer accurate. They were starting to go down just before Covid.. and then Covid just about killed them. I thought they may never open again.. so I was glad when they did.. and then I was disappointed. Those strangely sticky tables were still there but the fresh food was gone. Used to be fresh soft pitas everyday.. it was a source of pride for the restaurants. Also, they would slice the meat continuously so that it wasn't sitting around (cool automatic slicing cut it directly from the spit) Now it's a mediocre middle eastern Chipotle styled place serving warmed over food. Such a disappointment. Over 100 visits to Naf Naf and suddenly... I'm done. Been enjoying trying other places, but I miss the old Naf Naf.. the good..no.. the great one.

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