My husband and I had some time to kill between a funeral and the reception so we decided to go walk around the mall. It was about 20 below zero that day and I was wearing a dress. He suggested we warm up and have a bite to eat. The closest place was Nando's. We ordered the spicy mixed olives and ate them while we waited for our chicken breast sandwich. The olives were yummy. Our sandwich was great as were the fries. The sauce selection was a big hit with me. I am a saucy kind of girlie. Service was fine and the restaurant was super clean. We had a Nando's in Algonquin years ago and we have been missing it... I am glad we dipped into this one! read more

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I love this place. I don't eat meat, yet I always have an option here and it's always delicious. I usually get some kind of wrap and a side or 2. I love their carrot cake and the customer service is always great! I always tell my family & friends about this place, they never miss!!! Try their wraps or wings , you won't be disappointed! read more

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Yikes. I am not sure if we caught them on a bad day but it was rough. Placed our order and waited for ever. Since it was our first time I asked if we needed to pick up our food they advised no. Finally had to ask for a refund because of how long it was taking. The food was stacked in the service window and it was so chaotic. It was also super messy in yhe dining area. It was our first time in and not sure if this was an off day or this is the normal. read more

We really like Nando's. Of the growing number of Peri-Peri Chicken places around Chicago, we like Nando's the best. Unfortunately for us, there isn't one within 1/2 hour of us, so going to Nando's is either for special occasions or if we're in the area anyway. It was the latter for this visit. We went at an off-hour so there was only one other table with people there. The manager waited on us - he was really great to work with. We knew what we wanted but he pointed out some other things on the menu and discussed the drink options (there are so many). I had the 1/2 chicken and cole slaw. It was too large for me to eat all of it on this visit, but I think it was smaller than the last time we were there. I think their prices are the same which must mean with the inflation we've experienced recently, they may be cutting portion size rather than raising their prices. I ordered it medium hot, which in the past had been plenty hot for me. I don't think they put a lot of sauce on it - it was a little bland. But they have all of their variety of sauces out and available for you to take back to your table. I tried both the medium and hot (they have extra and extra-extra hot...). I didn't really taste much difference between them. My meal was delicious. I ended up taking half of it home with me. read more

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Ooooooo!!! My all time fav when i crave grilled chicken with Portuguese rice and mashed potatoes!!!! Also....... Their Portuguese tart is out of the worlddddd!!! I can eat 100 of those omg it's sooo addictive!!!!!!! Please try this for dessert- you will thank me later :) Lot of staff to serve, so service was fast! But depends which day you go. If weekend, you might need to wait for a table longer and also for the food. Great ambiance at the Oakbrook location! read more

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It was my very first time at Nando's (recommended for dinner by my husband), the overall taste was pretty good surprisingly. I think their pineapple lemonade is out of this world delicious! Super refreshing and tasteful and not like extremely sweet as other lemonades out there. Shockingly the extra hot sauce wasn't that hot to me. The corn was sweet and charred and had great texture. The chicken was juice and fresh. Service was fast and the atmosphere was fun especially with their South African music. read more

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Oh my! Totally forgot how good this place was! Hadn't been in a while so I decided to take a trip to Nando's.... Glad I did, as I remember the place was clean and the service was very nice and the atmosphere was great! Food was very good. I'm glad I went there... read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - Boneless Breast and Sangria! - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

Placed an Uber eats order at this Nando's location. They left half my order out the bag. I called and spoke to the manager and he said the person making my order may have been overwhelmed. The food they did bring was good, but I didn't receive all the items. Hopefully next time I order there they get my order right. read more

THE SPICE IS RIGHT Nando's sauces have plenty of distinctive 'kick', thanks to African Bird's Eye chili peppers. What to say about this well-liked chicken place that I haven't already covered? I've been to this location on the upper level of Oakbrook Mall thrice, not counting dozens of trips to the Nando's in downtown Naperville and Oak Park. Most recently, I stopped in with my wife and kids on Labor Day weekend. The 1/4 chicken ($14 with side + drink) always smacks, especially when brushed with their 'extra hot' Peri sauce. The roasted corn I got was only partially shucked, the kernels were discolored, and it wasn't very juicy. From now on, I'm sticking with redskin mashed potatoes. Their fries with Peri chips and Perinaise (house fries w/special mayo) are delicious. We'll gladly pay the $1 upcharge for that little tub of mayo! After you place your order at the register and take a rooster placard to your table, a server will bring out your food, but you're responsible for getting your own drinks/refills and silverware. The indoor dining area has nice ambiance and the outdoor patio is breezy. Bathrooms are clean and feature the same style of South African décor. That brings me to the Great Nando's Conspiracy Theory--the belief that their 'medium' is spicier than the 'hot' (or even 'extra hot'). I've sampled every single condiment they offer, and I can definitively say that their 'hot' / 'extra hot' are intense but localized, while 'medium' coats the tastebuds, lingers for longer, and has a distinct "holy crap am I sweating??" effect. Yeah, the heat scale seems off. My wife pointed out that the manager was the same guy who hosted the Yelp event here some years ago, that was nice to see. He graciously exchanged my 22oz diet Coke bottle for a fountain drink, which is what I'd requested in the first place. The music here is excellent, mad props to DJ Nando or whomever selects their tunes! * TL;DR * As a self-professed "sauce guru", I appreciate all the unique flavors one can apply to their chicken when dining at Nando's. Fun fact: there's a difference between their marinades (brushed on the chicken during cooking) and dipping sauces (the tall bottles with stainless steel pour spouts). Apparently, Nando's dipping sauces are all hotter than in-kitchen marinades, and the 'extra hot' marinade is the same as the 'hot', just basted twice. For those who would rather taste more meat and less heat, I'd recommend the lemon & herb sauce, mango & lime, or garlic. The chicken is high quality and the sides are tasty, but depending on the season, the roasted corn can be a roll of the dice. Nando's is a solid lunch stop or dinner destination for anyone shopping at Oakbrook Mall, I very much recommend them. read more

This place was amazing!!! This was my first time at Nando's but will NOT be my last! I started out slightly confused as I thought it was a fast food place and it kinda is. They sat me as though it was a full service....however they have a QR code(and a main register if you don't want to use the QR code) to order your food. After a small wait you will have your order brought to you! Everyone was so kind and helpful! The food: I got the boneless breast with medium sauce, garlic bread and fries and a side of ranch everything was hot fresh and delicious! They also had a wall or extra sauces that I tried a few. You'll have to find one that catches your eye but they were delicious as well! The ambiance: the location looked modern and clean tables were not left dirty for very long. Enough workers were walking around asking if anyone needed anything and how everything was. There was also someone standing by the entrance welcoming people and hiding them farewell. This place was awesome and I will for sure be recommending it to anyone who has the chance to try it! read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - Boneless Breast PERi Ranch Garlic Bread CLT, fries. Was so good! - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

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Very friendly staff when you arrive. I had the quarter chicken and fries. It had good flavor. I loved their iced tea! It is caffeine free but bold unlike some other teas. The price was a little high to me but probably average to similar restaurants. There are plenty of seats and a nice ambiance. read more

This restaurant is one our favorites that we go to. The service is ok. The ambiance is ok too, but the 2 seat tables need to be bigger so we can have room for the multiple plates. The food It's always on point and delicious. Their sauces are very tasty. We have been going here for a long time. Over the years, the chicken itself and sides are getting smaller and smaller. It feels like we are getting charged for large sides and getting small sides instead. Even Stevie Wonder can see the size changes. We will always be regulars and repeat customers, but don't play us like we can't see differences in the food portions! read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - Full Platte. Their sides are getting smaller and smaller! - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

Disappointed on recent visit. Ordered wing & fries unfortunately wings were tiny & some burnt. Order took about 15-20 mins which seems long considering restaurant wasn't super busy. Altho staff was friendly I never got my dessert which once reminded I took it to go. I used to come often post Covid but feel like this recent visit things have kinda gone downhill. Hopefully improvements will be made especially with confusion as to order at counter or table with QRCode. They need to streamline that as well as improving food quality read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - Some burnt some tiny 6 PERi-PERi Wings with PERi Ranch - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

I was so excited to try Nando's restaurant as we don't have one locally in my hometown. I loved the vibe of the restaurant. It was dimly lit and the menu although simple was able to please everyone in our party. My chicken was perfectly cooked and I enjoyed all of the sauces that were there for me to try. I really hope they put one in our area. The service was also excellent. Everyone was attentive and cared about the needs of the patrons . I really like the fact that you can order your food online and it's brought to your table. Everything was fresh and hot and I will definitely be Visiting again when I'm in the Chicago area. read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

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It was good overall. I was impressed with the chicken thigh. It was busy and noisy, but it was a Saturday.

the rainbow bowl was so delicious. there was a good variety of pickled veggies and other toppings. waiters were super chill and nice. i've never been to a european nandos but this set a high bar read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

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If you want to order your own food via your phone, pay for it yourself, get your own drinks, silverware, napkins, condiments and anything else, and still pay a tip for a server that does nothing at all except drop your food off to your table one time, this is the place for you. A half chicken, except it's missing the thigh so it's not actually a half chicken and you're being lied to, plus 3 ounces of mashed potatoes in their order. What a joke. read more

Every time i've ordered through the app to pick up here, something is wrong with my order. Last time i ordered a sweet potato and halloumi wrap and got a chicken wrap instead. This time, my hummus didn't come with seeds or drizzle. I called this location to speak to someone about it and they placed me hold to get a manager. After about a minute, they hung up the call. read more

recently stopped by the Nando Peri Peri at Oakbrook Mall and was absolutely delighted by the entire experience from two employees - Aleq and Askar. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and well-versed in the different spice levels. The dining area was spotless and brightly lit, with plenty of seating even during the busy lunch hour. read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

The Food was very religious, if you like your food spiced up this is the place. The fries were crispy and hot. The people who work at Peri-Peri were very professional. The restaurant is very clean. Only issue is they want you to use the app at the table. After 4 attempts has to get up and order at the counter. Other then that I highly recommend eating hear. A bit pricey $$$$ read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - Food - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

Normally, I'm obsessed with this place! I wish it was as good as it was in London. When we arrived around dinner time on a Thursday night, this place was nearly empty however they had a wait just to get a table and hardly any staff. Once we sat down, we realize that all of the ordering took place at the table with a QR code, so I'm not sure why we couldn't sit when we arrived. Additionally, there were several items on their printed menus that were not listed when we went to order. The service was OK but not very helpful. They were also out of several sauces, to go boxes and other utensils and did not do a very good job of keeping everything clean and stocked thankfully the food is always delicious. Otherwise I would not be coming back! read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - 3 Chicken Thighs, Brussels Sprouts & fries - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

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Let me preface by saying I ate at Nando's multiple times while in Malaysia and it was my FAVORITE restaurant. That said, you cross an ocean, it's not going to be the same and it's been several years since I hadn't been able to convince people to make a trip with me to Chicago to try it. Anyways, the spirit of Nando's is alive and well in this restaurant, with their bright, colorful decor that I love. We got seated right away and looking at the menu you notice the fun option of choosing your level of spicy with the Peri Peri sauces (I'm a lemon and herb girl since I don't like spicy). I got the wings, Portuguese rice, and fries. Sad to see wedges are no longer an option and there's no boneless wing option. The chicken was pretty juicy, but I would've like them to be more saucy (like marinating in that sauce, I know you can get extra sauce). Still the food was wonderful and I cleaned my plate. So happy to have Nando's in the US, but let me recommend everybody to travel to Asia for an even greater Nando's experience. read more

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My husband and I stopped by for an early dinner. We decided to sit outside in patio and enjoy the lovely weather.!We ordered two bowls . I chose the Peri Chicken Bowl which was shredded Chicken on top of Portuguese rice with Hummus ,Arugula , Red Peppers and Corn. My husband chose a chicken breast with hot sauce as his bowl protein. So tasty and we thought the Hummus was very high quality . One can chose to supplement their bowl with a variety of sauces from a sauce counter inside restaurant . We ended the healthy delish dinner with a Portuguese Custard called Naughty Nata. The custard tart was warm and perfectly flaky with a hint of Cinnamon. Very good meal. Portions are on the light side so if you are a hearty eater you may want to supplement with some sides. read more

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This is a great fast service restaurant within the Oak Brook shopping center, on the second level right next to AMC. There's a good amount of seating inside and outside. The staff inside were all friendly. We ordered first and then sat down. The food came out quickly, and was very flavorful. The chicken itself was very delicious and fresh. We also enjoyed their special drink of the honey lavender lemonade. Prices are very reasonable for the amount of food you get. read more

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After years on seeing Nandos places I have never been until recently and I loved it! Met a friend for dinner, she had a chicken sandwich which loved and I had some chicken pieces and they were SO GOOD. What really made me fall in love was the desert. If you want to taste the most beautiful thing in the world, I recommend the Portuguese custard bite. Other than the food, the restaurant is very well decorated and feels very welcoming and the staff was very helpful in explaining the menu. I will definitely be back! read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

The food is great here i've always looked for a spot with these type of dishes. The service here is super great i've never felt more taken care of at any other restaurant from the first time i went to now. I've been here a total of 20 times now and if there ever was a hiccup on the food or anything with my service they fixed it right away. The ambiance at Nandos Peri-Peri is so calming and a great environment to enjoy some chicken read more

Updated review. I come here regularly. The food is always yummy, the place is clean, service is great and fast. Their app gives your perks so you can get discounts or free food. All in all, so yummy and good bank for your buck if you want something a notch nicer than fast food. read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - PERi PERi Chicken Bowl - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

Yum, first time trying a bowl here. I'm usually a fan of the chicken thigh skewers, but thought I'd try something different. The bowl is built with a base of Portuguese rice, and has various items such as cauliflower, hummus, feta, and other items as well as the Peri chicken as you like it for me it's always about the hot. I would order this again. Went with a group of friends and did table side ordering for the first time which I have to say is convenient. The place was pretty loud as it was busy for a Saturday evening, but with the table side ordering it was a breeze and was able to just sit with friends and enjoy catching up until they brought out our food. read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - PERi Chicken Rainbow Bowl - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

We came in for a yelp elite event, I received a 1/4 chicken breast (Lemon Herb) and Peri Chips Perinaise for free along with a Nandos Bag and a bottle of the Perinaise (tangy & spicy Garlic Mayo) The food on the plate looked so yummy I almost ate it without taking pictures first. It smelled as good as it looked too! I am very impressed with the flavors of the food and Perinaise sauce! You will see the name of the restaurant on the outside of the parking garage, it is near the movie theater. Park in the garage and take the escalator to the top floor. This is a really great restaurant to impress a date! The lights were dim, there is music playing softly in the background and there is plenty of space in between tables. Zerrell was the first person who greeted us at the counter! He was very kind and gave us great recommendations! Since my husband came along with me, we also ordered two of the Peri Peri Chicken Tender bowls! The tenders were so juicy and tender and had the perfect amount of seasoning! I loved the rice it was very filling and cooked to perfection! The next time I come I am going to try the wings! They look so good! It is really hard to just pick one entree off the menu! I love the soda machine there are so many flavors to choose from! We will be back for sure! read more

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I must admit, I had extremely high expectations due to all the hype I've heard about Nando's.I think my 3 star rating is a reflection of the American food industry more than the actual service or food itself. Let me digress: I was on my way to meet Geri Halliwell (aka Ginger Spice) and I decided to stop at the mall. It's my thing ;) I was sad I did not get to experience Nando's last October when I was in England and went out of my mind when I saw location. I was there late afternoon on a Thursday, so between peak hours. First impression: I thought this was a fast food place, like a "chip shop" but it was more reminiscent of a Buffalo Wild Wings/Potbelly's/Panera. You place your order at a counter or waitstaff is there to help. The dining room was very open and spacious. At the time, there were maybe 3-5 tables of diners. There were many people working and two different employees helped me with the menu and my order. They had some specialty adult beverages "on tap" for around $8. I went with a mango chicken wrap and the mac & cheese, per recommendation. They were good.... nothing mind-blowing (as I anticipated); however, I may have had my expectations much too high. My meal, drink, and tip was $25 - which I thought was on the expensive side considering the quality and quantity of food. Employees and cleanliness was 5 stars!! I know that the food would be much better in England, where they enforce stricter regulations and must locally source many food items. I would not hesitate to try Nando's again in another country, but I am not going to go out of my way to eat at this chain again in America. I know that sounds snooty, but considering it is South African style chicken, I do not feel they can really win over the general public with the (lack of) food industry standards. read more

Been pretty obsessed with Nando's since studying abroad in England while in college. They don't have Nando's in my home state, so I was ecstatic to see one near the hotel I was staying at while in town for a wedding. Their garlic peri peri sauce is just perfection. I always get a chicken sandwich and add halloumi cheese-- don't sleep on the halloumi! It adds a nice nutty flavor and bouncy texture. This location has a cute outdoor patio. Service was friendly and efficient. read more

His the cashier was wonderful and cool. But but but the hostess OMG does she need a reality check because she was in a mood. If someone's in a bad mood Saturday home or look for a shin in the back away from all the Coustomer's She was making faces and responding to other fellow coworkers just because one of them asked her for a rag to clean a table. Someone need to tell her and remind her that she is working with people. After a few minutes later we asked her for some crayolas and drawing paper that is given to the kids for my son and she gave my wife a dirty look and seemed like she didn't want to give us anything at all. read more

This was one of the worst experiences i have had. we stopped in and placed our order at 5:15pm we didn't receive our food till 6pm. Our food was cold. mashed potatoes were crunchy on the top from all the air hitting it and the fries were hollow. we watched other customers stand and wait just as long for their dine in order or their online take out. we watched the manager stand and stare at the ticket screen and do nothing. tables were full of dishes. people were not being seated because there was so much chaos. the two younger guys that were supposed to be seating people were sipping on lemonade behind the counter. to really top it all of there was a delivery driver waiting for food well behind the line entering the "kitchen" area flinging snot with a sneeze all over the to go boxes. And where was the manager? still pretending that food was actually coming out staring at the ticket screen like there was food actually being prepared. leadership needs to lead. read more

Loved the food, the location, and the atmosphere. The staff was super friendly and seemed to take pride in their job and customer service. Food was a bit pricey for what you got, but considering the location it seems on par with the area. I got a Caesar salad and fries along with Lavendar lemonade. I would get the salad and lemonade again. The fries were just okay. read more

Food was good. Chicken was well grilled and soft . Wish it had a bit more flavour, but I guess that is when the sauce you choose comes in. The staff was super helpful and nice. The only thing I could not get is why the staff would not take an order. It had to be through this clunky app or through the counter when you walk in. Also, don't get the idea of putting in a tip ahead of the service being provided. read more

This is my third review of a Nando's branch and let me tell you I am a Nando's connoisseur. No matter what Nando's branch you go to their chicken will always hit the spot! 1/2 chicken is juicy as every. Both the thigh and breast were so tender and well marinated. Staff are always nice and feels like they are welcoming you into a new culture. When you step into the restaurant you are greeted by the dazzling display of South African/Portuguese decorations and interior. Next time I definitely have to buy a bottle of the Nando's medium sauce because it is just that good. read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - 1/2 Chicken and Chips - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

I had the opportunity to try Nando's at Oak Brook for the first time courtesy of Yelp and it was just ok to me. I picked the mango lime sauce and I didn't taste any mango or any lime. Just a smoked flavored chicken quarter. Chicken leg was juicy but that's about it. I tried the garlic and lime sauce and I didn't really care for it. Sauce was pretty salty. Maybe I picked the wrong sauce? But I wouldn't go back just to try a different sauce. Chicken was just ok and fries is fries. It wasn't bad but it's not something I would go back just to have or write home about. At least I had the chance to try it. read more

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OMG GOOD cannot describe the meal I shared with my wife. We stopped for lunch and enjoyed our meals with great foods. I gave my wife the lighter dish and I ordered the chicken bowl. Mine had special rice, hummus, arugula and chicken pieces. The meal was very good and tender and juicy chicken. I ordered with medium heat level and it was perfectly seasoned, I did grab a sample of the hotter sauce and did add to my meal, just right for temperature. Try the hot sauce, before you get into trouble, you can always add more. My wife, Sheryl had the plainly seasoning quarter chicken with fries. She really enjoyed the spices on the fries and chicken skin too. The Manager was Alan and he gets our vote also. He welcomed us into the restaurant and served our food to boot. He gave us a couple of bags with goodies included. We will be back soon, as I want to try some other dishes that they prepare for you. read more

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It looks like Nando's is a big hit at the mall. When we walked in, it was full of people but we were able to grab a table. After you get seated, you scan the barcode then order your food. Food will come shortly. In the meantime, they'll give you your cups to fill. At that same table, there are silverware, napkins, straws, and a sink to wash your hands. We ordered lemon and herb chicken wings with garlic bread and honey sweet potatoes. We also got mango and lime chicken leg quarters with garlic bread and red skin mashed potatoes. Both of the chickens had great flavor, moist, and tender. Garlic bread was soft and crispy. Honey sweet potatoes were mediocre. I didn't love them. Red skin mashed potatoes were flavorful, just the right amount of salt. Service was great. Someone next to us forgot their purse, we gave it to the male cashier with the ponytail, and he kept it in a safe place until she came back. read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

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I come to this location all the time because it's really close to my house . I'm not a big fan of the sandwiches and wraps but the chicken , wings and sides never disappoint ! They recently did a few changes on the menu and added a new halloumi cheese appetizer and vegetarian wrap and included impossible meat sandwiches . Service here is always fast specially during day time , the afternoons can get really busy and noisy and the self service counters get messy . read more

Nando's Peri-Peri - New app : Halloumi Sticks and Chilli Jam - South African Near Me - Oakbrook, Illinois

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