As soon as I walked in, I felt welcomed. The gentleman at the register was so nice. He helped me…read moreorder. I got the chicken and beef gentleman shawerma and a bit of the lamb. He brought out some soup. WOW. It was awesome. What a start. The place is not very big but hugh in hospitality. I got my meal. Holly cow. Huge serving. It was enough for 2. I put a hurting on my plate and just couldn't finish everything. If I lived here, this would be my go to for sure. I'm so glad I was able to find this gem. I will definitely be back. You need to come here and stuff yourself with great food. I recommend highly.

Excellent, friendly service. My chicken shawarma wrap was the best I have had in the US. Very clean…read more(including bathroom). Highly recommend! Wish I lived closer so I could go more often.

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.

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

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.

There seems to be a growing number of Mediterranean restaurants in the Northwest side and I came…read moreacross Falafel Dream near the Harlem/Irving Plaza. It is a casual somewhat "fast food" style restaurant where you order at the counter. I came before dinner time so the place was relatively empty. I ordered the Combo Plate #2 which included grilled lamb kabab, beef kofta and chicken kabab. The combo came with a Jerusalem salad, house salad which was essentially a cucumber salad, pita bread and rice. Overall, the flavors were generally all there. The only issue I had was with the preparation of the chicken and lamb. The chicken was overcooked and dry. It is as if they had cooked the chicken kabab and was refiring it on the grill to order. The beef kofta was fairly tender and flavorful, but the lamb kabab seemed to lack the distinct gamey lamb flavor that questions the quality of the meat. The combo plate is a hearty portion so you certainly won't go away hungry. Overall, for the area, Falafel Dream should satisfy any Meditereanean food craving. I haven't specifically tried their falafel, but I would be cautious if they are made beforehand rather than made to order. If you have ever had authentic Middle Eastern food, this doesn't really quite hit the bar. It may cater more to the American taste preference. Service was average. Prices were reasonable. Parking is very limited.

Really good. We ordered togo, an Arabic gyro shawarma special and a falafel wrap. Both were…read moredelicious, great portion sizes. Staff were nice and quick. The store itself is kinda small but it will do the job.

Tiny place, but nice little wraps that are good for on the go food. Better than average but not by…read moremuch. Still, a good place and good people. Nom Nom to the Nom

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

I have been passing by this place for a while now and I've been wanting to try it so finally was…read moreable to. Is a place was really nice inside and the parking is a bit small but there is a valet and the service was good. For the food the seafood platter was good the salmon was cooked perfectly but we were a bit disappointed with the Shawarma plate according to my friend the beef and lamb tasted like jerky so he was really disappointed with it we did order a lamp kebab which was really good I am very picky with my lamb and this one I would go back for because it didn't have that after it taste that I don't like when eating lamb. I would definitely still go back to try some other stuff in the menu. But definitely will have to try the meat kabob instead of the shawarmas next time. Happy eating!

Visiting relatives in the areas so we grabbed a quick lunch here. I ordered a falafel plate that…read morecame with rice and salad. My husband got a chicken wrap with fries. As a big falafel fan I've had plenty to compare to this and I'd say this was pretty good not the best but good. My husband's chicken wrap on the other hand was really good. I'd recommend this spot as they were also really reasonable priced and very quick.

Good food Good customer service…read more Reasonable price................................................................................................................................................

Delicious food with great variety Received food and service…read moreimmediately Plenty of comfortable sitting Second time there and no doubt will go again

Really kind service! The person working the counter let us try a small sample of all the different…read moremeats before making a decision on what to get, as well as was patient with us choosing. The food is decent. We got a few plates which came with pickles (wayyy too salty), fries, and a drink. The meat itself was ok, not dry and decent seasoning (some were a little saltier than others). Lentil soup is not v seasoned, really just a liquid pallet cleanser. Seating isn't anything special, but ample room for many groups to sit.

Stylish Fulton Market Brunch with Great Food and Service…read more Booked brunch for two on OpenTable at Aba in Fulton Market, and it's easy to see why this spot is so popular. The space is beautiful--open, bright, full of natural light, and stylish without feeling overdone. We ordered the Short Rib Shakshuka, which was flavorful with just a hint of spice and a generous portion size. The warm, soft pita served alongside was perfect for dipping. The Steak and Eggs was also excellent--the steak and eggs were cooked perfectly, and the fried potatoes were a standout: crispy on the outside while still moist and tender inside. Portion sizes were just right. We also tried both of the recommended brunch cocktails, and they were strong, flavorful, and well balanced. Service from Mike was great--friendly, efficient, and attentive throughout the meal. Overall, Aba delivered a polished and enjoyable brunch experience. Highly recommend, and based on what we tasted, I'd absolutely come back to try dinner.

I first discovered Aba around the time they had first opened up and it was such an amazing dining…read moreexperience, that I made a reservation again when I came back into town all these years later. I have to admit... it's not the same as it used to be. Don't get me wrong, it's an excellent place to dine at, especially on their patio during the Chicago summer, which was one of the biggest reasons why I came back. I was with someone who had not explored Chicago before so it definitely gave the city ambience while being engulfed in the Mediterranean experience. Yet the inside dining area feels like you're dining in small romantic villages in Italy or Greece. Service is still top notch. But the food is what's not the same. For me, the highlight was the crispy short rib hummus. I never thought they'd go well together but the juices from the meat blended in with the hummus and it's just soooo good. The kefta was nothing to be impressed about in which I expected more for the price we paid for. The chicken thighs were good but also nothing to be that impressed about. The one thing I was a little disappointed by is that they no longer serve a desert I tried the first time I was there, and their new desserts are average. Nothing to marvel about. Their OG desert is what had stayed in my mind all these years. You can't go wrong for a nice little date night at this spot or if you're new to the city, but it's not exactly a place I feel like I want to come back to, especially at that price. You're really mostly paying for the experience of the place.