Sultan Kebab

4.2 (41 reviews)

Turkish, Mediterranean, Halal

Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Nabil I.

This is a halal Mediterranean restaurant very close to ORD. Therefore, it's a very convenient place to have lunch/dinner before entering the airport. The food was quite tasty, from the flavorful rice to the spicy meats. They only have beef and chicken, some lamb would have been great. They also have middle eastern dessert like baklava etc. The staffs were also friendly and there were plenty of parking spaces. Only downside is that more white sauce would have been desired.

Dnyl P.

I had a taste for some Mediterranean food and wanted to try this spot. So the ambiance is really nice and they have tables where you and four friends can meet up and just chill. The service is friendly too and I was greeted with a smile and menus are at the register if you are taking out orders. The food was ok I got the combination so I can try their meats out. The chicken was sort of dry and no seasoning or flavor and the lamb was was ok but I did love the beef it was juicy. The yellow rice was good and it wasn't dry at all l. I wish they could give more meat for the price I paid. But it's nice place just pricey but they don't give enough of the meat for the price you pay.

Beef, lamb, and chicken kebab combination plate! 10/10!!

Joy W.

Scrumptious!! Highly recommended!! This was my first time here, I ordered the combination plate to go. Everything was hot and fresh, very flavorful, tender and delicious! The lady behind the counter was very helpful, friendly and so patient, I felt valued as a customer!! It was a little on the pricier side but the portion size, freshness, and geat service made up for it! I will be back!

Carm A.

Delicious food and really good flavor. Friendly service, cute little dining area. My kifta kabob was too good and my friend loved her wrap. I loved the fries too. Can't wait to come back!

Alina S.

ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. LOVE THE VARIETY. After a long day this really hit the spot. The service was quick and everything looked amazing. The restaurant was clean and can't wait to come again!

Greer J.

This is good mediterranean. The chicken is well cooked, no danger there! Mostly brown meat, which I enjoy. Also ordered the plate. It is not heavy on the spices, I am used to more, but it is not bland. The hummus is very soupy. Baby hummus is what I call it. But again, enjoyed it. . Service was excellent. Overall satisfying meal.

Lulu C.

Great food, a bit pricey agree with other Yelpers. Fresh though and tasty! The baba ghanooj has my heart. Service quick, ordered pick up, looks clean. Never ate for dine in yet.

Jax W.

Sultan Kebab and Shawarma in Des Plaines took our late evening door dash request and we were delivered love in take out containers. We ordered the Chicken Kebab w rice and Falafel as well as a salad. Out of this world! The chicken was savory and tender with a perfect grilling, the rice was soft with a delicate flavor. The Falafel was the best I've had light and crisp outside and soft with subtle flavor inside not too dense. Which is not easy to achieve! The sauces provided were light and tasty, I'm not used to the style of garlic sauce they make but it was very good. I had to call the restaurant because they hadn't approved the order but the Gentleman answering the phone was gracious and friendly saying no problem I'll take care of it. All I can say is... THANK YOU! after a long day and stress this was the perfect element, keep up the good work, keep showing the love in your food.

Eman E.

So to start off I came here 8 months ago on the day of my prom and I'd decided to spend it hanging out with a friend of mine. Nonetheless when we came here it was a little into the afternoon around 8:24 but surprisingly while all the other restaurants nearby were preparing to close up for the day they were still open which was nice. As we entered I came to take a liking to the environment as it had a very humble and laidback aura to it which I greatly enjoyed, and their seating and table arrangements were quite nice so it made for a rather memorable interior. The food was a bit pricey, but for a smaller business it is understandable and I didn't mind it all that much. However when it came to the quantity it was rather lackluster, but the food was alright, nothing to write home about. Unfortunately though my friend ended up having a hair in his food so that wasn't too pleasant, but the staff handled his situation excellently by offering to remake his order while also putting in an additional item for his troubles. After we finished eating we decided to stay around a little longer before leaving, and needless to say I enjoyed my time eating here. Would love to come again sometime soon and try out other things on their menu.

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Sam C.

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This place is delicious. Chicken shawarma was perfect. Rice, salad, and pita bread were also 10/10. The spicy sauce and garlic sauce are also great condiments. A little pricy at 21$ but a big portion and worth every penny. read more

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Janet M.

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We had such a great experience at Sultan's and honestly wish I had come here sooner. The owner was incredibly welcoming and friendly, which immediately made us feel comfortable. You can tell he genuinely cares about the restaurant and about making sure guests have a great experience. The restaurant itself is very spacious and extremely clean, with plenty of room to sit and enjoy your meal without feeling crowded. The atmosphere felt relaxed and inviting, but I have to mention it was 8pm when we went. Now for the food it was absolutely delicious. The chicken kabob was incredibly juicy, tender, and full of flavor. It was perfectly grilled and seasoned just right, the kind of dish where every bite is better than the last. You could really taste how fresh everything was. My four year old loved the chicken and the rice was delicious. We also ordered the combination plate, which was fantastic. It came with a great variety of Mediterranean Dave's including the best falafel I have had, seasoned chicken, fresh rice, and all the classic sides that complement the dish so well. It's a great option if you want to try a little bit of everything, and everything on the plate was flavorful and well prepared. What really stood out to me though was the hospitality. The owner's kindness and welcoming attitude made the whole experience feel personal, not just like another quick meal out. Between the delicious food, the warm service, and the clean, comfortable space, this place really deserves the 5 stars. We will absolutely be back. Highly recommend Sultan's if you're in the area! PS the Baklava was the best Baklava ever. We got the original pistachio! It's a must! read more

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Kimberly S.

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Another one! that went down--possibly one of the worst meals I have eaten in years- The sausage actually tasted rotting and the meat quality was bad. The chicken had fat throughout it. I called and let them know and I think they gave me $11 back out of 66. Absolutely disgusting will never be back. read more

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Nabil I.

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This is a halal Mediterranean restaurant very close to ORD. Therefore, it's a very convenient place to have lunch/dinner before entering the airport. The food was quite tasty, from the flavorful rice to the spicy meats. They only have beef and chicken, some lamb would have been great. They also have middle eastern dessert like baklava etc. The staffs were also friendly and there were plenty of parking spaces. Only downside is that more white sauce would have been desired. read more

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Jennifer T.

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Very friendly staff, very delicious food with big portions. I wish I lived closer so I could eat it weekly! I ordered the chicken shawarma plate (to-go). The pilaf and chicken were delicious. They include a well packaged side salad along with utensils and sauces very neatly packaged. Very pleased :) read more

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Dnyl P.

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I had a taste for some Mediterranean food and wanted to try this spot. So the ambiance is really nice and they have tables where you and four friends can meet up and just chill. The service is friendly too and I was greeted with a smile and menus are at the register if you are taking out orders. The food was ok I got the combination so I can try their meats out. The chicken was sort of dry and no seasoning or flavor and the lamb was was ok but I did love the beef it was juicy. The yellow rice was good and it wasn't dry at all l. I wish they could give more meat for the price I paid. But it's nice place just pricey but they don't give enough of the meat for the price you pay. read more

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Janet S.

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The food is great, delicious!! Been here a couple of times when going to a concert at Allstate Arena. Love the baba ganoush.

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Joy W.

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Scrumptious!! Highly recommended!! This was my first time here, I ordered the combination plate to go. Everything was hot and fresh, very flavorful, tender and delicious! The lady behind the counter was very helpful, friendly and so patient, I felt valued as a customer!! It was a little on the pricier side but the portion size, freshness, and geat service made up for it! I will be back! read more

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Lucy V.

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The service lady was kind. The food was decent. I came in on a Friday around 5pm and it was just me and another customer. I ordered the Sultan Special Chicken Shawarma plate. Shawarma was good, falafel was crispy but tasted just ok. Did not like the hummus that much. read more

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Austin S.

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Delicious and reasonably priced food. The staff was friendly and restaurant is clean. Enjoyed my beef shawerma wrap and side of chicken. I recommend trying Sultan! read more

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Carm A.

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Delicious food and really good flavor. Friendly service, cute little dining area. My kifta kabob was too good and my friend loved her wrap. I loved the fries too. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Alina S.

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ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. LOVE THE VARIETY. After a long day this really hit the spot. The service was quick and everything looked amazing. The restaurant was clean and can't wait to come again! read more

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Greer J.

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This is good mediterranean. The chicken is well cooked, no danger there! Mostly brown meat, which I enjoy. Also ordered the plate. It is not heavy on the spices, I am used to more, but it is not bland. The hummus is very soupy. Baby hummus is what I call it. But again, enjoyed it. . Service was excellent. Overall satisfying meal. read more

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Tracey W.

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Amazing food and warm customer service. I recommend the chicken and lamb. I will be back

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William D.

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People are kind, food is fresh, and portions more than generous. I have been here twice and my interactions with management and others have been way beyond the expectations of a fast casual restaurant. They also have a serviceable patio for us office dwellers who enjoy fresh air with our supper. If you are looking for fast casual dining that is very clean eating in Des Plaines, this is your place. read more

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Coach C.

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Service is always good even by southern soul food standards. I stop for Kebab almost every time I leave the airport.

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Lulu C.

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Great food, a bit pricey agree with other Yelpers. Fresh though and tasty! The baba ghanooj has my heart. Service quick, ordered pick up, looks clean. Never ate for dine in yet. read more

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Jax W.

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Sultan Kebab and Shawarma in Des Plaines took our late evening door dash request and we were delivered love in take out containers. We ordered the Chicken Kebab w rice and Falafel as well as a salad. Out of this world! The chicken was savory and tender with a perfect grilling, the rice was soft with a delicate flavor. The Falafel was the best I've had light and crisp outside and soft with subtle flavor inside not too dense. Which is not easy to achieve! The sauces provided were light and tasty, I'm not used to the style of garlic sauce they make but it was very good. I had to call the restaurant because they hadn't approved the order but the Gentleman answering the phone was gracious and friendly saying no problem I'll take care of it. All I can say is... THANK YOU! after a long day and stress this was the perfect element, keep up the good work, keep showing the love in your food. read more

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Jamie M.

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Great food, reasonably priced, and big portions. Loved the baklava! It was good for two meals:)

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Sal A.

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I am shocked! And in disbelief of the amount of reviews I'm seeing on Google 4.8 stars,and 4 stars on Yelp! It looks like all lies and deceiving to attract customers in! I never in my life paid for food to sit down at a restaurant, and the minute they bring the food to the table, I got up and left right away! Didn't touch the food or asked for money back, because I felt sick to my stomach from the odor in this place. It has such bad smell when you first walk in , and looking at the main entrance door so filthy on the inside, it looks like a mechanic shop door. Aside from that the chicken on the spit looks so dark while it's raw spinning to be cooked. Unbelievable to see a restaurant operating at a level like that! Food inspector should walk in to witness what saw . read more

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Eman E.

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So to start off I came here 8 months ago on the day of my prom and I'd decided to spend it hanging out with a friend of mine. Nonetheless when we came here it was a little into the afternoon around 8:24 but surprisingly while all the other restaurants nearby were preparing to close up for the day they were still open which was nice. As we entered I came to take a liking to the environment as it had a very humble and laidback aura to it which I greatly enjoyed, and their seating and table arrangements were quite nice so it made for a rather memorable interior. The food was a bit pricey, but for a smaller business it is understandable and I didn't mind it all that much. However when it came to the quantity it was rather lackluster, but the food was alright, nothing to write home about. Unfortunately though my friend ended up having a hair in his food so that wasn't too pleasant, but the staff handled his situation excellently by offering to remake his order while also putting in an additional item for his troubles. After we finished eating we decided to stay around a little longer before leaving, and needless to say I enjoyed my time eating here. Would love to come again sometime soon and try out other things on their menu. read more

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A H.

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Stoped in for a quick bite and just got the chicken shawarma. Delicious! Freshly made, piping hot, tightly wrapped and jammed full of chicken. read more

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Jennifer W.

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Excellent chicken Shawarma platter! They give you lots of food and it's delicious. The white sauce and the hot sauce I mix them together and put on the Shawarma. It really hit the spot. read more

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Got the veggie platter and everything was great--some of the best falafel I've had. Staff was kind and food came very quickly too

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Doctor Q.

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Grill combination and chicken shawarma wrap were excellent. The restaurant was clean with a nice sit down area. Clean bathrooms. Close to Chicago airport. Halal food. read more

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Emily D.

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Very good Baba Ganoush and Falafel. It also came with pitas and a small side salad. Dinner was ready to go in 7minutes. They accept Apple Pay. read more

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Good food, excellent variety, quick service, reasonable prices. Awesome place for a quality lunch on the go!

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Food was good, services was quick and customer service was great! They left out the lentil soup we paid for but we were too far to go back for it. read more

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Good value. Yellow rice is really good. Sharma also nice. Fresh salad. Good lunch specials. Better than naff naf.

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Justin H.

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This place used to be outstanding. Went downhill constantly and I've ordered more than 5 times from this place. Rarely get pita bread anymore and rarely ever give the sauces I ask for. Chicken was dry a few times too. For the price, I would expect consistency of the great food I had 5 stars ago. read more

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Lisa M.

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In a nutshell-AMAZING! The food is so good. Everything is made to order, so it takes a little time to get your food. My first reaction was "wow, that smells soooo good". Then I tasted it. This restaurant does Middle Eastern food right. I got the Vegetarian Falafel, Hummus and salad. The hummus was perfectly blended and seasoned. The falafel was super crisp on the outside and soft in the middle. The salad was a nice bonus to get some more veggies. And, oh almost forgot, there was a warm pita on the side. The picture doesn't do it justice (and the food got a little tussled in transit). Will definitely go here again next time I'm in town. read more

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During an unexpected additional day in the city caused by a cancelled flight leg, I ended up at a hotel near ORD. On a whim, I visited Sultan for lunch, a restaurant about which I knew nothing beforehand. It turned out to be an incredibly pleasant surprise. The cuisine was remarkably fresh, brimming with flavor, and all at a very reasonable cost. Fayez, the owner, personally takes care of his guests, and his hospitality is truly outstanding. His commitment to providing a memorable dining experience was genuinely touching and highly appreciated. So impressed by the warmth and quality of my first visit, I eagerly returned for dinner the same day, further cementing Sultan as a highlight of my extended stay in the city. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant. If I could, I would undoubtedly give Sultan 10 stars! read more

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Boris I.

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Amazing food and service, Owner is very nice. I would recommend to everyone. Also people in the restaurant seemed very pleased with it.

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Jacqueline G.

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The food was very good. We ordered takeout. Generous portions with plenty leftover. Hummus was very good as was the seasoning of the kabobs. Pita left something to be desired but overall tasty! read more

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Alexis J.

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Very good food and customer service! After many hours of driving, this was so delicious and welcomed!

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Nivia M.

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The food was dry and the baklava tasted stale. Too bad because we were looking forward to a nice meal. we love mediterranean food and have never had a bad experience until now. read more

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I rarely give any restaurant 5 star review. The food is delicious and customer service was great!

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MJ E.

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Delicious food for a pretty reasonable price. This is our go to spot for kebabs. Tried some other fancier places but Sultan Kebab has the best flavor so we keep coming back. read more

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Wonderful! The man that took our order was so nice. The food tastes amazing! We our dog got to sit outside with us in the patio, with the cool music. read more

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Visiting from Dallas, I walked over and ordered the Chicken Shawarma plate. The chicken was delicious and the rice was great. Plentiful portions! The pita and salad were nice sides. Loved it so much, I went back the following night. read more

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7118 Mannheim Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60018
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What time does Sultan Kebab open?

Sultan Kebab opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Sultan Kebab close?

Sultan Kebab closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Sultan Kebab closes at 9:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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Does Sultan Kebab serve alcohol?

Yes, Sultan Kebab serves alcohol.

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Does Sultan Kebab have outdoor seating?

Yes, Sultan Kebab has outdoor seating options.

Does Sultan Kebab have parking?

Yes, Sultan Kebab has parking options. Validated Parking

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Does Sultan Kebab have free WiFi?

Yes, Sultan Kebab has free WiFi.

Review Highlights - Sultan Kebab

“Visiting from Dallas, I walked over and ordered the Chicken Shawarma plate.”

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A Thousand Tales

A Thousand Tales is a wonderful dining experience. The space is much larger than I expected, with a…read moremain dining room, an attached bakery cafe and what looks like a banquet room in back. Located in a strip mall, there is ample free parking. Staff is unassuming, professional and helpful, willing to help with any menu questions. We came for lunch to celebrate a birthday and it was an excellent choice. The menu has a lot of clean eating options, including vegetarian and keto. We opted to share a lamb pizza, a tomato and cucumber salad and a meat tray. All were excellent, plenty of food. The pita was excellent. The tea at the end was lovely. Prices reasonable, good food good portions. Absolutely worth checking out and adding into the rotation of where to go.

I had a very disappointing experience ordering from Thousand Tales Bakery through their app…read more When I placed my order, the estimated delivery time was about one hour. After waiting more than 1.5 hours, I called to check the status and found out that my order had not even been prepared. I don't know who I spoke with on the phone, but instead of helping resolve the issue, I was told that I could simply cancel my order. What frustrated me most was the explanation I received: "Sorry, this app doesn't work well." The representative showed little interest in solving the problem. Apparently, the app worked perfectly when it charged my credit card, but when it came to processing and delivering my order, suddenly the app was the issue. Delays can happen, but customers should be informed instead of being left waiting with no updates. I still didn't receive my order after two hours. The customer service was awful, and the lack of communication made the situation even more frustrating. This used to be one of my favorite places, but unfortunately, the quality of service seems to be getting worse.

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Plateia Mediterranean Kitchen Bar

Family dinner a success 10/10, Tom was our server, super patient and food was spot on!read more

I've always wanted to try this place and finally made plans with friends to meet here. It's so…read morepretty and fun with the little news stand inside and the outdoor patio seating. The entrees were amazing - I had the cod, even though my friends tried to talk me out of it, but I love cod. It was so flaky and flavorful and served on a garlicky potato puree that was amazing. We did start with appetizers including the saganaki, but it definitely had sat too long - it was super flavorful but way different than when they bring it out flaming. The hostess and desk staff were fantastic- called our host by name leaving, which was a nice touch. Our server was very funny and personal, but it was a little firm over function- I felt like he was using his personality as a distraction. I would absolutely come here again as I love Greek food and they also have a nice offering of Greek wine - need to try more!

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Pita Pita Mediterranean Grill

4.5

(58 reviews)

1.3 mi

Food was amazing tasty hot n delicious. Never liked hummus…read morebut their's in amazing Had the chicken bowl really fresh n rice is also tasty. Highly recommended staff friendly helpful ordering service great

Great chicken schwarma, great hummus and great employees! The place was not very busy and we got…read moreour food fast. It was delicious. The inside was also very clean.

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Falafel

Pita Inn

1st time customer. I took my mother-in-law out for lunch and yelped Mediterranean food as she has…read morenever had it before. Pulling up we noticed the very nice outdoor seating area. The smells coming out of the restaurant were leading us inside. The order area was quite crowded as there was a constant line of customers coming and going with the flow of orders. There was a slight mix up with our orders as the front register person gave us the wrong order number which caused the cooks some confusion. Regardless we both ordered the Business Special / chicken breast platter w/ Rice and side salad. Wow!! She was blown away for her 1st experience with this cuisine and is instantly hooked. So thank you guys for the great job of executing a great plate. BTW the cooks were all Mexican but not surprised since this is in the Chicago city limits.

I really wanted to love this place but part of the issue was out of their control, but the other…read morepart, not so sure what happened. This is a pretty busy place for lunch. I did come after the normal lunch hour rush, but it was still a little busy. I ordered a falafel sandwich which I was really looking forward to eating a pita, with lettuce and tahini sauce. When my number was called, I walked up to the counter and asked where my food was and apparently someone took my item. They said they will make it again and since I was in a hurry, I grabbed the item and didn't double check what was inside :( When I finally got to my destination, I was given just falafels :( They were decent, but when I was expecting something else, that's why I give this place a 3 stars.

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Cappadocia Mediterranean Grill

4.9

(75 reviews)

5.4 mi

Cappadocia gets 5 stars for consistently being good! We've ordered from here about 3 times and I…read moreordered the same entree every time (with a variety of sides) and my entree was tasty every single time! I ordered the chicken kebab sandwich and it is flavorful, tastes fresh, and it's not a skimpy. You do get a choice of the type of bread you want, I went with pita. Consistency is so important in restaurants and In so happy that this sandwich hit the mark every single time. We also have tried the pink sultan (beets/yogurt spread) and the baba ghanoush. Both are really good. I'm looking forward to going back and trying the doner and other sides! Service is friendly. Interior looks nice, but we carried out each time so I can't speak in detail about more in-depth service. Great place to have in the neighborhood!

Great gem Turkish restaurant in Morton grove , close to Niles , Glenview and Park Ridge. Service…read morewas excellent , food is out of this world. Always fresh and flavorful. We ordered cheese pide with sujuk , Turkish sausage. Also an entree of beef kebab. Enjoyed throughly. Will definitely go again , must try. Cozy ambiance , nice for a date or family dinner. P.s they have halal meats, please call ahead to confirm.

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Al Bawadi Grill

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!

GHAZAWI SALAD (Finely chopped parsley, tomatoes, cucumber, lemon, fresh mint, onions and olive oil…read moremixed with our homemade hot sauce) - hoped for spicy since it's with hot sauce but wasn't at all. Tasted good but was a normal Mediterranean salad MEAT SHAWERMA PLATTER (lamb & beef, served with rice, grilled tomatoes and onions. Includes 1 Cup of Tahini Sauce) - Very dry meat. Would have been a 5/5 stars if this dish weren't so dry KUFTA KABAB (Three skewers of our special recipe of ground lamb mixed with parsley, garlic and an array of spices, grilled onions and tomatoes) - good! Pita - great! Nice and fluffy Kenafe - we ordered the type that's supposed to be crispy but it wasn't so crispy. Still yummy though Price - not cheap but the portion is big Service - good! Very nice Atmosphere- amazing! Really nicely decorated

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A view of their colorful rear dining room.

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A view of their colorful rear dining room.

Shawarma Inn 2

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.

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Guess who helped us with the jajig... and shawarma... Shawarma... rice.

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VEGGUIE OMLETTE

Shish Kabob & Grill

4.6

(30 reviews)

4.7 mi

Was in the area so found a new place to pick up lunch. Ordered a shish-ka bowl (the lunch special),…read morehummus, and side of falafel. The place overall was very clean and updated. The person behind the counter had a great energetic smile and was super nice. Ever though we were the only ones there, we still had about at 15 minute wait, which was fine. I was really hoping to love the food, but it was just okay for me. I felt like there was a lot of flavor that was lacking in the shawarma and rice. The bowl serving seemed kind of small- especially for being $13. The bowl also came with a small salad inside, but I was not a fan of the pickle that was cut up, but that's just personal preference for me. The falafels were crispy and tasty. And the hummus was good, fresh and homemade, and looked amazing, but while getting close to the bottom of it, I found a tiny blue spec mixed in the hummus. Of course it caught my attention and I removed it to inspect it more. Possible a piece of sponge??? Needless to say, it shouldn't have been in there and it ruined my experience with the hummus.

I tried Shish Kabob & Grill and it was pretty good…read more 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.

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Chicken Shawarma Wrap

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Kibbeh

The Foxtail on the Lake

My friends and I recently came here for brunch, and I was pleasantly surprised by how much I…read moreenjoyed the experience. We made a reservation because I'd heard this place can get pretty busy. Although it didn't seem too crowded when we first arrived on a Saturday, it filled up quickly throughout our meal. I definitely recommend making a reservation, especially if you're planning to come for dinner. As soon as we walked in, I was struck by how beautiful the restaurant is. Since the building was once a church, they preserved the stained-glass windows and cathedral ceilings, which give the space so much character. We ended up sitting on the patio because it was a gorgeous day, but I definitely want to come back and dine inside so I can fully appreciate the interior. The patio was modern, spacious, and completely shaded, making it very comfortable. Since it's located right next to the little lake, we also enjoyed a nice breeze throughout our meal. Our waitress was friendly and attentive overall, but there was one moment that stood out. My friend's baby accidentally knocked over a full glass of iced coffee, spilling it all over my friend's lap and onto the floor. The waitress watched as my friend cleaned up the mess herself but didn't offer to help or replace the spilled drink. Aside from that, the service was good. My friends and I all ordered something different, and everyone enjoyed their meals. I had the salmon poke bowl ($19), which was fresh, flavorful, and incredibly refreshing. The ingredients tasted high quality, and all the flavors worked really well together. It was more filling than I was expecting! Price-wise, I expected the menu to be more expensive than it actually was. I'm sure dinner prices are higher, especially for steak and seafood, but the brunch menu was quite reasonable. Most breakfast and brunch dishes range from $12-$20, making it a great value for both the quality of the food and the beautiful atmosphere. Overall, we all enjoyed our experience and I'll for sure be back! I'd love to try other menu items and come for dinner, too!

Foxtail has been open for a while and I've been wanting to go there, so my husband and I went…read moretonight for our 23rd Anniversary. First, the club music creates an upbeat vibe. It's not intrusive, but we were sat outside. I can imagine it might have been hard to carry conversation in the very full and busy dining room. We both started with a mocktail, the fly boy, which was very fresh and delicious. My husband had the 20 oz rib eye which was slightly over done, but still seasoned well. I had the bone-in pork chop with fingerling potatoes and roasted Brussels sprouts which was delightful. Dessert consisted of the banana sticky toffee pudding and the strawberry chocolate cake and a decaf cappuccino. All were awesome. Our server (Lindsey?) was l friendly and attentive, while not being overbearing. Foxtail has definitely become a favorite restaurant of ours.

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New York strip prepared perfectly

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Mimosas! Orange, cranberry and pineapple

Hugo's Frog Bar and Chop House

I forgot how much I loved a good Hugo's meal. Hugo's was always one of my favorites downtown so…read morewhen my husband suggested we eat at the Des Plaines Hugos before seeing Billy Ocean at the Rivers Casino I was game. When I first walked in I thought it was a very small restaurant, but it's actually way bigger than it looks and they walked us thru a few different rooms before getting to our table in the back private room. We had the room to ourselves for the first 30 min of our meal, which was lovely. The service was beyond incredible. Fernando was our server who went above and beyond the entire meal. And Jason (i believe the manager) stopped by to chat and shared fun tidbits about the concert...as well as gave us detailed directions of how to find the venue within the casino. The food did not disappoint either. We started off with some oysters and the chilled vinegar sauce served with it was amazing. I got shrimp cocktail as my main meal, which may have been the best shrimp cocktail I've had in awhile. I often eat shrimp cocktail from Costco at home as a good protein snack, but it's going to be tough to eat their shrimp after a taste of Hugo's. My husband was very happy with his steak, but was nice enough to share some bites with me and I can see why he was thrilled. Seasoned and cooked to perfection. They said dessert was on the house in honor of my husband's bday. He's a huge carrot cake fan and they brought out a slice of carrot cake that could feed 15 people. We had a bit and they even stored the leftovers for us until after the concert so we could take it home to our cake loving children. Both my husband and I agreed this was one of the better meals we've had in a long time and wondered why we've stayed away from Hugo's for so long!

What an amazing experience!!! We were treated like royalty from the moment we stepped in until we…read morewalked out. Food was phenomenal especially the calamari which was sweet with heat. So good. Hubby had the porter house steak and I had the sea bass. So fluffy and delicious. We also had the asparagus which was crunchy and perfectly cooked. Dessert was blueberry cheesecake. The crust was to die for. Our server was so attentive and kind and was so thrilled with our generous tip but he totally deserved it and more. This place is great for special occasions. Check them out. There were parties of 5 plus and lots of couples. They have something for everyone with their Gibson's steaks. Check them out.

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KEY LIME PIE

Complimentary bread (okay, but not warm)

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A view back out towards the entrance from our booth table.

Via Roma

Via Roma was the cutest!!! Very small on the inside which made it feel very quaint and homey. Our…read moreservice was great - we went right around 5 and got seated right away but it quickly became packed by 6/6:30. Our food portions were HUGE! We split 3 things between 2 people and had a good amount of left overs. My favorite was the gnocchi, I definitely recommended. Also it's great that's it's BYOB, so you can bring your favorite bottle of wine for no cork fee!!!

Finally got a chance to go to this Italian restaurant that's been on my list on other places. Went…read moreon a Friday, around 5:30 and lots of tables still , before the evening crowds started. Went were served by Caitlyn, and others who started off with bread and olive oil and some parmesan. Went started with some apps like Calamari and shrimp fritti both were cooked well . Service was great and our food was excellent. We went with Zappa de peshe for my wife and i had the Fettuccine Bolognese which was highly recommended by our server. Best part was we bought our own bottle of wine which this place is a BYOB . We met one of the owners, and will be back again to try the other dishes.

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Rand Red Hots

I this food restaurant at six if I could, but sadly that is not on the rating scale. However they…read morecould go a little bit faster but that gives them charm. My favorite thing to get here is the ice cream cone swirl. But the hot dogs are good aswell.

This is the best depression dog you can find! Sure, Jimmy's, Nana's, and the venerable Gene and…read moreJude's are both outstanding as well, and they are basically interchangeable for a great dog, so go to the one that you like/are closest to. Here are the things that take RRH to the top of my list: 1. Convenient drive through service. You don't need to exit your vehicle to eat there. 2. They will char your dog on the flat top grill they use for the it grilled onions for the Maxwell St. polish. 3. 4 mini supreme tamales instead of one large tamale. Same amount by weight, a lot easier to eat while on the road! 4. And the thing that really sells it for me-the hand cut fries are cooked in BEEF TALLOW! The next two are either positives or negatives, depending on your POV. I've never used these options, but: 5. They accept credit cards, albeit for a 3% surcharge 6. Ketchup is available BY REQUEST ONLY! I have a feeling you will get shamed if you have the palate of an eight year old and ask for it on you dog, and there are squirt bottles available if you eat on sit and wish to dip your fries, although they are so good plain, "red mustard" as one social media presenter calls ketchup, is not needed.

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Lobby

Chargrilled Polish was fantastic! My favorite spot

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Mustang!

Que Bola Cuban Cafe

When you order delivery, you usually expect it not to be as good as sitting in the restaurant...but…read morethat was most definitely NOT the case here! I think I finally found THE Cuban spot. Our favorite place that I grew up going to closed down maybe 8 years ago, and this brought me right back to that authentic, mom-and-pop TASTE. The ropa vieja was incredible. And the flan... wow. It instantly took me back to that little spot, with Pedro and his cigar, cooking up outrageously good food and the best flan! A must try!

12/10/25 - Met my buddies here for lunch before the holidays. We get together about twice a year…read more Que Bola Cuban Cafe is in a tiny strip mall on Touhy Ave about 1/2 mile west of River Road in Des Plaines blink & you'll miss it. Cool little place w/good Cuban food definitely worth checking out

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Gotta Represent

Ari Sushi

4.8

(72 reviews)

3.0 mi

This is my favorite sushi place in the suburbs! It's so cute inside and the staff are very friendly…read moreand sociable with the guests. I recommend the Alaskan roll and spicy tataki roll! I also liked the tropical and the white dragon. And always start with miso soup

Cute little spot with convenient front parking. Service was a little slow, but the food more than…read moremade up for it. I really liked that they had photos of the sushi rolls displayed around the restaurant so it was easier to see what everything looked like. Everything we ordered tasted amazing, and I loved that you could choose between a half roll or full roll option. Will definitely be back!

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Chefs at work. Well done!

King Dragon Maki! Tasty!

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Great saki recommendation

La Autentica Doñita Oaxaqueña

4.5

(31 reviews)

2.7 mi

The food was really good! Great and friendly service. We will definitely be going backread more

The only words I can think to start off with: Just wow. I didn't have high expectations when my…read morefamily and I stopped in. Situated in the far corner of a shopping complex, La Autentica Donita is pretty unassuming. Lined with colorful flags, plants, and string lights, the restaurant has a cute but vibrant atmosphere. Upon entering the party starts, with music blaring and drinks flowing, you know you're about to have a great experience when you see the happy faces of other guests. The drinks looked amazing, but we came here for the food. Recommended by staff was the ceviche & molcajetes -- they weren't kidding when they said those were good. We were so full when eating but kept going back for more as the flavor was addicting. The ceviche, made with tilapia, came out shaped like a fish -- an extremely cute way of plating that caught our attention inmediately. The flavor was amazing, not too fishy, perfectly paired with citrus, and minced small enough that we weren't left chewing our seafood for long. This paired perfectly with the accompanied chips, or if you're me, just eat it by the spoonful because it was that good and refreshing. The molcajete was....insane. You can't go wrong with flame grilled meat piled high in a stone bowl, but each piece had it's own flavor and was so delicious. Though served with homemade tortillas to make your own wrap, I couldn't stop myself from just grabbing the meat on its own. This was the first time I tried cactus as well, and to my surprise it had just as much flavor as the meat. The salsa that is poured on top of all the meat pools at the bottom of the molcajete after your meal, making for a great treat at the end with some rice. Speaking of rice, their rice is perfectly fluffy and has great flavor as well. I'm typically not a fan of beans but I couldn't stop eating the ones that accompanied our meal...how did they season everything so perfectly? I also ordered the enchiladas oaxaqueñas (mole), but ultimately was served the verdes. This wasn't a big deal for me and I didn't even bring this up since I devoured my plate anyway, but after reading a few reviews have found out that they often are out of the mole sauce and possibly just served me the green sauce for that reason. Something to be aware of in case you were set on trying their mole! All in all, this restaurant packs flavor, quality, and great service. Staff was always attentive and I wish I lived closer to try more items.

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Sugar Bowl

Easy free 90 minute parking around the corner. When the host saw me taking a photo of the booths as…read morewe waited for him to talk to other patrons, he offered to take a photograph of my friend and me! He was very friendly and gracious. The place is far more modern and updated looking with fresh booths and pretty painted walls, despite being a long standing establishment. The coffee is strong and perfect diner coffee - just how I like it. The menu is ample and hard to choose. I had the French toast with berries and banana . The berries and banana were fresh and plentiful. French toast was standard - exactly what I wanted. And the maple syrup was served warm!

The Sugar Bowl is my favorite spot in Des Plaines. It offers the charm of an old-fashioned diner…read morewhile remaining clean and well-managed. I frequently meet people there, and our favorite dishes include the homemade Greek yogurt and the crepes.

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