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    The Balkan Restaurant

    5.0 (2 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Gyros Express

    4.3(117 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Was heading back to Chicago and I was craving gyros! Wow this place really impressed me. From the…read moreservice to the interior design. I felt like i was having dinner in an upscale restaurant. Jazz music and gyros was not a bad combo haha! The food was fresh and brought to our table. We had the gyro plate with feta fries and a Greek salad! Will definitely come back keep up the good work guys !

    If you want a good gyro in Racine, go to Arby's. If you want a gyro that they'd serve at a…read moreretirement community on Greek Night, then go here. Also, be careful on Greek Night at the Golden Acres. This is more "Sad but True" than "Gyro of the Day". The staff was friendly and it was served promptly, and blandly. The meat seemed like it was kept in a steamer. No crispy charred bits, not enough seasoning, and served on a powdery pita right out of the bag! And why not use red onion instead of that bland white or yellow onion? My platter was mess of sub-par ingredients. To quote Tina Turner... "we don't need another Gyro..." if you're going to make this garbage. Two stars as the service was good, and so was the Feta and Olives on the salad. It's only a "Juke Box Gyro" if all of the other songs were by Nickleback and Daughtry! Tony Orblando! The gyro sauce had flavor like sour cream. They probably had a lawsuit when they tried calling it Tzatziki. It would be a crime if they did. No no no no!!! Don't go! To quote the Foo Fighters... "There goes my Gyro...", right in the trash.

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    Dining area

    Gyros Express - Worst GD Gyro I've had in my life. Flavorless meat, flavorless gyro sauce, garbage onions and tomatoes. Also terrible Greek dressing!

    Worst GD Gyro I've had in my life. Flavorless meat, flavorless gyro sauce, garbage onions and tomatoes. Also terrible Greek dressing!

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    Shawarma King - Inside of a beef shawarma wrap, big sandwich with lots of meat

    Shawarma King

    4.4(165 reviews)
    26.0 mi
    $$

    If you have never had middle eastern cuisine before then you're missing something that the taste…read morebuds will definitely enjoy and what is it you're wondering. It's shawarma and the authentic taste of what comes together in an explosion of taste and flavor is undoubtedly delicious when you walk into the shawarma king your nose signals to the brain to get your taste buds ready if you're not already salivating over the smell. But once you've taken a bite you'll definitely come back for more and you will not be disappointed i have told plenty of foodies that are looking for something different besides the typical burger and pizza, so give shawarma king and your taste buds will appreciate it

    4 Stars for Shawarma King in Gurnee…read more This is a pretty convenient location and directly across the street from Six Flags Great America, and also close to the 294 highway. The food I had was pretty tasty, I got to try the chicken and beef shawarma plate - very expensive but very tasty, big portion enough for 2 meals. I also tried the beef kifta kabob wrap with a side of falafel- delicious! They threw in an extra falafel as well, thanks! There is also plenty of seating inside if you want to dine in. My only negatives are they do not give free cups of water, you have to buy a bottle if you want a drink. And they only include one tiny cup of hot sauce with your order. Overall, it was a good experience, if you want Mediterranean and you're in Gurnee it's not a bad choice.

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    Shawarma King - Jerusalem Salad

    Jerusalem Salad

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    Papa Marcos Grill And Kabob - Chicken Beryani Plate

    Papa Marcos Grill And Kabob

    4.9(868 reviews)
    25.1 mi
    $$

    Absolutely recommended with 5 stars!…read more I heard about this restaurant from TikTok as it is rated the #1 restaurant in Lake County, and now I see why! We stopped in for some lunch. We were greeted by owner Marlene, who is absolutely wonderful. We placed our order and got some fresh lemon water. I ordered the lunch special Chicken and Gyro plate, and he ordered the Lamb Kabob Plate. While we waited for the food, we chatted with Marlene, and we were given some baklava (love that stuff). My goodness, the aroma coming from my plate was so good. The meats were cooked to perfection, and the vegetables were just right. He told Marlene that was not his first choice for food, but this meal changed his mind. The pitas and sauces were delicious as well. The presentation is nice, and portion sizes are large. I brought some home. I feel so bad because I forgot to tip, which is crazy for us. But, this just means we have to return soon and give a large tip. Don't skip trying this place. You won't be disappointed! Closed on Sunday, so plan accordingly.

    Believe the reviews! LOVED this restaurant. We stopped by…read morefor a late lunch and each of us had a little something different and we enjoyed everything. The owner helped us choose since we had never been there before. She was so friendly and welcoming. I'd go back just to sit and talk to her, felt like family. Started with some Hummus, followed by a Beef & Chicken Shawerma Plate and a Lamb Shawerma Wrap and finished up with some Baklava. Large portions and very reasonably priced.

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    Inside

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    Lamb Shawarma Wrap

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