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    Uncle Shawarma

    4.6 (46 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Steak Shawarma bowl (make your own bowl)
    Grey B.

    Amazing! Owner (I believe) offered samples of the meat without me even asking! Food was fresh, flavorful, and juicy. Affordable and quick. 5/5

    Amazing food

    Very fresh super tasty everything was clean restaurant was clean, amazing crew and super friendly. I definitely plan on coming here and trying more the next time.

    Chicken shawarma bowl
    Carol T.

    The entrance of this restaurant shares the entrance of the bakery next door. The restaurant is bright with a few tables to eat in. The staff were patient with me as I decided. I received a sample of the lentil soup which was good. I ordered the lunch special which included rice, salad, steak shawarma, a falafel, chicken kabob along with pita bread. Everything was delicious! I especially loved the steak and falafel. I had a side of hummus which is outstanding! Very creamy! My husband tried the gyro and thought it was good. My daughter enjoyed her chicken shawarma bowl.

    Chicken Shawarma Meal - 10/10!
    Jocelyn LV ..

    My fiancée went in to get food for us. First time trying and not the last!!! I believe he spoke to the owner, very nice man. Welcoming as well. He got what he recommended & it was the chicken shawarma, as is no changes. I cannot make out the seasoning or flavor but it's there! Comes with fries & I want to say pickled veggies like cauliflower & carrots. The sauce on the side is great... reminds me of a light creamy mayo garlic sauce. To be honest, you need to try this place yourself. Ambience is clean & food is made right then and there.

    Theresa L.

    I walked in recently on a very cold afternoon. It was lunch time. I was immediately greeted by one of the servers and offered a taste of the lentil soup! I was hooked! I ordered a bowl that included rice and choice of meat. I had lamb/beef kabob. What most impressed me was the quality of the food. Im not sure but I believe its halal. I had no regret after eating such a delicious meal. I will definitely go back.

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    Owner is a great guy and the food is top notch, Jordan style food. Try the steak it's amazing and the garlic sauce

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    La Parra Restaurant & Bar - Patatas bravas

    La Parra Restaurant & Bar

    4.6(209 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    The food here was amazing. On a recent work trip to Chicago, we stopped in at La Parra and left…read moreexcited about the meal. We got to try items that we had not had together before including the goat cheese and tomato sauce with the toasted bread. I personally loved the lamb which was very tender and fell off the bone. The staff were very attentive and friendly. They had a couple large groups that they were able to navigate with ease. They also provided a parting drink for everyone. Our Patas Bravas dish did come out a little late so we were not able to enjoy it as much since we were getting full, but it tasted heavenly with the dipping sauce. If you are in the area, please check them out!

    I was actually surprised on the vast menu items they offer from Italian pasta to tapas. Pedro was…read morevery nice to talk to as he introduced us to the specials of the day. The dinning room was fairly large as we walked in and sat close to the door. Pedro gave us the specials of the day and I ordered the seafood risotto ($32). My friend ordered the Fettuccine Fruitti di Mare ($30). Both dishes was good, with the right balance of protein and noodles. My risotto was a bit too cheesy but it was manageable. Service was very good, they stopped by to check on you and replace the dishes if needed. Overall, the food and service was great. There are plenty of street parking around the restaurant. I would come back for more next time.

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    Al Bawadi Grill - Family Platter (serves 5-6 people)

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    4.1(1.2k reviews)
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    The whole concept and aesthetic of this restaurant completely wowed me!! It feels so well thought…read moreout. The service was amazing too, super professional, friendly, always on top of everything without being overwhelming. And the hummus was especially good, and creamy, which I loved!! The food overall was great. Such a cool experience from start to finish.

    I really liked this place. They have parking in front of the restaurant and back. I highly…read morerecommend a reservation on Friday-Sunday even if you are just one person. I called them because I wasn't sure if the online version would be too slow. We were a group of three that came in Saturday night at 7 pm. It was moderately busy. The staff were all welcoming with smiles on their faces and attentiveness. Prices were fair for the amount of food you receive. Food portions are colossal so I would recommend one appetizer and one entree if you are a couple. They give you a complimentary dish. We ordered arayes with meat, meat toshka, mixed grill with baba ghanouj, fillet of basa fried, and mint lemonade. They also offer you fresh Arabic coffee before you leave. This is about a 4.5-5. -arayes with meat 4 - this was not bad. It's like a tamer version of the meat toshka. -meat toshka 5 - I prefer this over the arayes because they add the Syrian cheese. This one was bursting with flavor the moment you took a bite out of it. The minced beef and lamb just melt in the mouth. -mixed grill 5 - this came with 3 big skewers (shish kabab, kufta kabab, and chicken tawook. It also has tomatoes and onions to help cut down the meat when digesting. There are two heaping portions of biryani and saffron rice and baba ghanouj. The baba ghanouj was creamy and flavorful. It goes well with the pita bread. The meats were cooked medium well unless you want something. I think next time I'll ask for the shish kababs to be cooked medium rare or medium for a more juicy taste. The chicken tawook and kufta were both succulent. -fillet of basa fried 5 - the two pieces of basa fillet were astronomical. It also comes with two different kinds of rice. The fish was flaky, moist, and seasoned. Make sure you add the lemon and eat it with the sauce. -mint lemonade 5 - this was very refreshing after eating a heavy meal.

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    SemSem Mediterranean

    SemSem Mediterranean

    4.4(426 reviews)
    17.2 mi
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    All I can say is wow! As someone who is from this part of the world, I was amazed at how flavorful…read morethe food was. We ordered the falafel bowl, a crispy chicken shawarma sandwich, hummus, and 5 piece falafel. They fry the falafel to order which is amazing because it will always be fresh and crispy. Hummus had a good smooth texture and they were very generous with the oil (great quality olive oil) and toppings. The crispy sandwich had a good amount of chicken in it making it very filling. The garlic sauce tasted exactly how it should. Like pure garlic! The restaurant was very clean and they even had gloves at the tables. I love that! Workers were very friendly as well. Overall, I would 100% recommend!

    Late post Came here…read morelast night with some friends for dinner. For most of us, this was our first time. This place is located in a strip mall, so there is ample parking. Some staff are inviting, others, not so much. They have seating and music playing. I like that they offer options to choose an item from the menu or build your own meal. Some of my friends chose to do this. Another friend ordered a wrap, and I chose the chicken shawarma garden. They don't have their desserts on their menu, but they do offer quite a bit. We got a sampler which had a variety of desserts. The ingredients were fresh, and everyone enjoyed their meals. The fries are awesome, and I am not sure which dessert I had, but it had pistachios on top, and it was delicious.

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    Aba - Short rib

    Aba

    4.5(2k reviews)
    7.3 miFulton Market, West Loop, Near West Side
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    This restaurant space is beautifully done inside and you can also sit out on their balcony patio,…read morewhich is such a nice option as well. They have the decor down to the details. We got the smoky garlic hummus, whipped feta, brussel sprouts, and lemon meringue bar for dessert, and honestly everything was amazing. The harissa honey on the brussel sprouts was so good, and the lemon meringue bar with the citrus crema and graham cracker crust was the perfect sweet item to round out the meal. They bring complementary pita with your hummus and dips and the bread with za'atar itself was delicious. They recommend 2-3 share plates per person, but we ordered 3 plus dessert for two people and still had leftovers. So I'd say it definitely depends on how hungry you are! We went for lunch/brunch and were pretty much the first people there, so service was super fast. Our server was lovely and incredibly attentive with topping off water and clearing plates. Definitely would come back to try some of their larger plate options.

    I enjoyed a tasty brunch here with friends on a bustling Saturday morning. We ended up splitting…read moreplates, trying the crispy short rib hummus, a unique concept that combined the crispiness of the short rib with grilled onion and hummus, and whipped feta, which was light and airy with pistachio and olive oil. The crispy potatoes also hit the spot, especially due to the scallion cream it came with. Not to be outdone was the house pita bread, which was wonderfully spiced. I also appreciated the mocktail options offered as well! Service was excellent, ambiance was beautiful, and food was tasty. Overall would recommend this place to anyone looking for a gorgeous and yummy brunch location in the West Loop!

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