Great chicken schwarma! Delish and healthy…read more Quaint relaxed restaurant atmosphere. Great service by the nephew of the owner

We stopped here on our way home from the outlet mall. Easy to get for takeaway. We were impressed…read morewith how quickly our food came out. The chicken schwarma bowl was made with incredibly fresh ingredients and the flavors all went very well together!! We will be back!!

Cafe Gullistan is one of my best kept secrets on the west side…read more The service is always incredible. After all the years of spending summers out here, there is not a single time where service was lacking. The food is always phenomenal. The kebab combo is one that I always seem to navigate too. It's plenty of food. My dad and I have finally learned after all these years that if we split a salad and a kebab combo, that it's the right amount of food for the two of us to not feel like we're going to explode. On this most recent trip, we got the baklava with strawberries. The baklava was just made fresh and was still warm. This was life-changing for me. I never once thought about heating up baklava??? It melted in my mouth. It was such an incredible finale to such a delicious dinner. I will always, always, ALWAYS stop for a meal at Cafe Gullistan.

Enjoyed the full experience - outside was tranquil and the servers were very friendly. Food was…read morefresh and enjoyed a unique menu vs the surrounding area. Would recommend!

One of the top places I have eaten at. The food is both authentic and delicious or it is a hybrid…read moreversion of a traditional dish with a different taste. All of it fantastic. The best falafel and hummus to die for

Absolutely wonderful Mediterranean Food! Great service! Cute ambiance! Everything is homemade. The…read moreteas are great! I love the cinnamon tea.

So we got in with the good reviews from the web and as soon as we walked in I got skeptical of the…read moreenvironment as we were the only ones. Trusted reviews and came the food. The service is not the best but the food is great. Thank you the web for guiding us correctly. The restaurant then packed up and all of our skepticism was for nothing.

Good luck figuring out when this place is open. I cannot tell you how many times I have called or…read morewas waiting outside when they were supposed to be open. Whatever is listed online is not accurate it seems. No voicemail with hours, nothing on the door. Facebook will show they are currently open when they are not. They are not always open when Google or Yelp says they are, so who knows? Not reliable at all. Overall, the food is average. The shish tawook sandwich, baklava, ghallaba, and hummus are good though. Here is some info from previous experiences... I got an order with half the items missing once and have received the wrong order other times as well. I do not like the lentil soup here. I got the lemon tawook and it was way too salty, and I like my salt. Salad is just ok, not worth what they charge. I got a side of beef skewer one day and it was fatty and low quality. Potassium broth is mostly carrot juice here and they put it in 2 cups instead of plastic bottles like other places do. I am used to the Mediterranean food in Dearborn and this is not great. Cheesesticks were gross. It was an odd texture like sawdust/mealy. It did not come with any sauce. Just weird. Unfortunately, this is the only Mediterranean place in the area.

I'm not sure how I have never written a review for here, but it is hands down one of my most…read morefavorite places to eat in the region. My family get takeout for me every time I come home because their shawarma and hummus are some of the best in the US, I'm not kidding, I have been doing extensive studies. Inside it's part grocery store and then part restaurant, and I always find the best spices for sale. Everyone who works here is always really nice, and everything is so clean. One day I'll for sure eat in the actual restaurant instead of getting just takeout.

Wasn't bad... pretty good actually. I took my bestie for…read moredinner one night for her birthday. Was NOT what we were expecting but really not bad at all. We ordered Chicken Shawarma, Beef Shawarma Pita, hummus, crispy potatoes, falafel, basmati rice and lentil soup. All of it was pretty good. The lentil soup was better than good. We had a TON of leftovers. The service was sweet and left us to be... we had a pretty great time. There is a lot for parking.

This Lebanese restuarant has been on my list for quite a while. Finally gave it a try and it did…read morenot disappoint! For food I tried the Adis Bil Hamod and Masdgouf. The first one was (non-pureed) lentil soup with swiss chard, onnions, potatoes and cilantro. The ingredients made the soup rich in flavor. Meanwhile, the stewed potato slightly thickened the soup to richen the texture. I wish there could be more swiss chard, though. The Masdgouf was a hit: unlike traditional Iraq Masdgouf, they pan seared the cod (well, cod is quite tender so searing is actually a better idea), then topped it with a mixture of finely diced veg, peppers and tamarind paste. Served with Lebanese rice, grilled bell peppers and grilled Roma tomatoes. Compared to the Lebenese rice I had in Atlanta, the rice in this one was longer and drier, while the vermicelli in it was softer and more moist. Overall it tasted savory, sweet, sour, with a hint of spiciness. They did a good job in balancing these flavors. I also got some pita -- not those thin, balloon pita but tasted fresh and good, and not salty at all. Serice was friendly and quick. After the meal the chef asked me about my dining experience and I praised highly of the two dishes. She told me that while Masdgouf was not originally from Lebanon, she tried to add some Lebenese element to it, e.g., the tamarind paste. I really appreciate her effort to do something unique and delicious! The only thing I (seriously) hope they could do better was about handling the smoke from the kitchen. At first I was seated near the kitchen and the smoke made my lung uncomfortable; needless to say how it would affect the restaurant staff. If they could get a better range hood it would do good to both the staff and customers' health! I will try more dishes the next time I visit Chicago.

Suda is one of my favorite Mediterranean Restaurants in Chicago. Even though it is pricey, I…read morerecommend it as I enjoy some of the dishes a lot. First-Their free bread is served hot and fresh, and the sauces they come with are so flavorful! I will always get seconds because they're just that good. -Their Baba Ghanoush was one of the best Baba Ghanoush I have ever had (I don't say this lightly). It was very smokey and savory. The pomegranate on top perfectly complements it. -Arnibit (Cauliflower): People like this one a lot, but I personally think it's just the presentation that is appetizing. It tasted like a regular cauliflower, and I wished the sauce complemented and infiltrated the cauliflower more. It felt like I was eating two separate things. -Mixed Grill: the chicken and the beef were juicy and well made. The kefta was the star. It was soft and so well seasoned, and every time I order it I wish we could have more. My only comment would be that we wish the portions are bigger, considering the price was pretty expensive. This could only fill one person in my opinion. Nevertheless I love it. They also have very specific and unique dishes that you don't normally see at bigger restaurants. We have tried some before and they were not bad (but again just wished the portions were bigger) Overall we recommend this place. Baba Ghanoush and the Kefta are musts!

A Hidden Gem in Chicago - Taste of Lebanon Restaurant…read more Taste of Lebanon Restaurant 1509 W Foster Ave Chicago, IL 60640 If you're looking for authentic Lebanese food, Taste of Lebanon is an absolute must-visit! Every meal we've had here has been fresh, flavorful, and made with care. You can truly taste the quality and tradition in every bite. The lamb shawarma is outstanding--perfectly seasoned, tender, and packed with incredible flavor. The chicken shawarma is just as delicious, juicy, and cooked to perfection. But the true star of the menu is the lentil soup. It is hands down the best lentil soup I've ever had--rich, comforting, full of flavor, and worth coming back for on its own. It deserves to be the #1 item on the menu! What makes this place even more special is the amazing customer service. The entire staff is welcoming, friendly, and professional, making every visit feel like you're dining with family. A huge shoutout to Ali, who consistently goes above and beyond to make every customer feel appreciated. His kindness, professionalism, and genuine hospitality are second to none. He takes the time to make sure everything is perfect, and his positive attitude truly elevates the entire dining experience. Whether you're stopping in for a quick lunch or picking up dinner, Taste of Lebanon never disappoints. The food is authentic, the prices are incredibly reasonable, and the service is exceptional. I highly recommend Taste of Lebanon to anyone in Chicago looking for some of the best Lebanese food in the city. Thank you, Ali and the entire team, for your outstanding hospitality. We'll definitely be back again and again!

Favour heaven! The hummus, tabouli, pickles, schwarma, if it's Taste of Lebanon time, it's feast…read moretime. I think of them and my mouth waters

Good hummus and lamb chops. Only one person working when we went, but we were given a heads up…read morewhich is nice.

I have been eating here about every 3 weeks for over a year. That's not often enough. Well worth…read morethe half hour drive. My favorites are the cauliflower, falafel & eggplant wraps. Superb appetizers too. The funghi mushrooms are superb as are the grape leaves. The labana is almost as good & baba ghanouj. The house salad is excellent. I have not ordered any of the meat dishes but they surely do smell great. My grandson says the chicken shawerma & chicken kabob are outtasite. All is made to order so relax & wait for it.

Memorial Day. Great first visit…read more It won't be the last. Why? Fresh ..every thing. Hummus heaven. Meats , fish ,and vegetables. Grilled to perfection. Great service. Super deserts. Clean restrooms. So good.

The atmosphere is nice with indoor and outdoor seating. The parking lot is atrocious but you can…read morefind nearby street parking. The service left a lot to be desired and unfortunately we thought the reason was racism until we realized there is an automatic 15% gratuity. Started off with a mint lemonade and baba ganoush which came with pita. I wouldn't recommend either of these - the lemonade barely had a hint of mint and the pita was cold and a little stale, even after asking to have it warmed up. The baba ganoush itself was good but you don't really need it unless you're hungry and need an app. The food in main entrees were genuinely very good. Huge portions and everything was seasoned and cooked perfectly. My only small note is that for the lamb shank platter, i literally got only one potato wedge lol. Otherwise it was all fine. The prices are reasonable! We even got a dessert on the house but unfortunately i'm not sure what it was called (something like baklava) which was good. Overall a good spot but i left regretting the extra tip when our waitress kept forgetting to get little things like a plastic bag for our leftover containers and the receipt despite waiting for 5-10 minutes.

In the area so thought I'd try it out. I wouldn't recommend as the prices are high and they charge…read moreyou more than what they advertise on their menu in the restaurant. They don't display pricing on their website or anywhere else I can find unless you walk in. I paid $16.35 for a chicken kabob bowl but they advertise it for $15.28 on their menu. I paid $4.30 for a fountain drink and they advertise for $4.02. I didn't notice until I left. This is deceitful, other reviewers posted recent pictures of the menu where you can see the displayed prices I referenced and the receipt I got today that shows a different price. I wouldn't recommend for this reason as it's dishonest practice. You can see photos of recent menu prices at the store from other reviewers.

Every single time I come to lemon tree the food is always exceptional. Cheese town is my hometown…read moreand we were very lucky when lemon tree got put in. The service is always good. Yesterday when I went, I discovered that a few of my former classmates actually work there and that was a delightful surprise. It is very quiet inside. I will say the only downfall right now is that their air conditioning is struggling to keep up in the building. That is no fault of the employees but the owner definitely needs to get that taken care of. I will for sure be back next week. It has become a weekly dining spot for me. I love the rice bowl with steak. I get an extra pita, and I stuffed the pita with the contents of the bowl and it is phenomenal.