Chef Abdul Mediterranean
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CUISINES
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Meals
Dinner
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CUISINES
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Meals
Dinner
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5.0
12 reviews
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Ellen
31 contributions
Feb 2020 • solo
I have actually been here twice now. The food is fantastic. Everything is homemade and served with such open-hearted goodness that it is truly a pleasure to visit the place.
I got the chicken schwarma both times because I enjoyed it so much the first time. The stuffed dates are *to die for*. And the falafel is perfect.
My son comes home later this month, and I have promised to bring him there. He is greatly anticipating the trip :)
Written 13 February 2020
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KarenK
Belvidere56 contributions
Jul 2022 • friends
Small restaurant with enourmously friendly service. We were treated so special as we asked about the dishes since we never had mediterranean food. We even had the pleasure of meeting Chef Abdul who treated us with a special desert. If you have never tried mediterranean food, you are truly missing out. We had the combo appetizer which was a lot of food. My favorite was the falafel it is fried and oh so fresh and delicious. We had grape leaves that were similar to cabbage rolls except an awesome flavor. I really can't say enough about the food. It all tasted so fresh. We did find they made everything in house. Oh did I mention hummus that was so creamy and delicious. This is definitely a place that we are going back to. It is close to Kane county flea market. Don't miss out on fabulous food.
Written 2 July 2022
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fattyfatty2b4
Dallas29 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
So I was just looking on a different websites for best food near me. I have traveled the world, so lemme just say. Wow. Very casual. Felt joy the minute we walked in the door. This small and causal nook in the middle of a shopping center created a smile from the moment we walked in. The menu was authentic as you can get. The food was just as authentic. But one added thing - spice and spirit. The soul of this place and it's family, added to the authentic quality of this fantastic food cannot be matched. All I can say is go. Go say hi, eat the food, meet the family, and you'll see what I mean. Nothing over-spiced. This family can cook! Dates. Baklava. Teas. Hummus. Real hummus. Sauces like "da bomb." The hot sauce and mango sauces with crunch chips. I can't say enough.
Written 19 February 2020
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Melanie B
Elgin1 contribution
Jun 2024 • family
(10 stars!) If you love great Mediterranean food, excellent service, in an unpretentious atmosphere, you MUST try Chef Abdul's! This little family run restaurant is our comfort zone. The Alani family treat you as if you were invited into their home. Always greeted with warmth and friendliness. The food is fresh, made in-house (even the pitas!) and oh so delicious (you MUST ask what the daily special is!).
We've eaten there almost every week for over 6 mos. and always leave feeling physically and mentally better!
Written 24 June 2024
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Dave R
Montgomery31 contributions
Nov 2023 • family
Our 2 sons Ryan & Parker eat here a lot My wife Ada & I have listened to talk of Chef Abduls for a while, so we tried it and it was great. The service is great, the food is great, and we met the Chef & his family. We went back a couple of weeks later and had a surprise dinner for Ryans 30th birthday. Though it's a small place they had no issue with seating 9 of us. The chef made my son a special meal on top of what he ordered. They also brought out deserts and sang happy birthday and took photos with Chef Abdul. What a way to run a business, family caring about family. These people are over the top nice and the food is great. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.
Written 9 December 2023
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The Happy Traveler
Chicago3052 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
I’m sure the place is great but it’s closed til August 24th for vacation. I will be nice and give 3 stars. Looks like a cute place!
However we drove all the way from Schaumburg as they have great ratings and good menu unfortunately they had a sign taped up on the door saying they are on vacation until August 24th! I wish they would have posted this on their Yelp and google maps site (updated hours).
Waste of time and gas!
Written 12 August 2023
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Gail S
2 contributions
Aug 2021 • solo
Tried it for the 1st time today, and am so impressed! The veggie falafel was delicious. I was delayed getting to my lunch, and even lukewarm the fries were tasty. The family couldn’t be any nicer, and since I work just around the corner I’m looking forward to many more lunches from Chef Abdul!
Written 13 August 2021
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Dave P
1 contribution
Sept 2024 • solo
Wonderful! In a world of overpriced and mediocre food, this place is a gem.
The service was great, the food was perfect. Truly, it was the best meal I’ve had in a very long time! I send pics to my wife and she wants to go next week.
Highly, highly recommended! (I never write reviews, but figured I had to!).
Written 6 September 2024
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Dipa T
5 contributions
Sept 2024 • couples
Everyone must visit! The owners are so kind & generous. The decor & music transport you to the Middle East. Food is 10 stars!
Written 7 September 2024
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Cruiser59718321777
1 contribution
May 2023 • family
I went Chef Abdul 's for the first time on Mother's Day with my 2 adult boys. We tried the combination plates, lentil soup, humus, raisin soda, coffee and dessert. I can't say enough the food was fantastic . The service was great too. THE BEST MEAL I'VE HAD AT A RESTAURANT IN A LONG TIME!
Written 2 June 2023
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AJLIllinois
Rockford446 contributions
Oct 2020 • couples
The food is fantastic and so is the service. If you are in the area take the time to find this hidden gem it is worth the effort.
Written 22 October 2020
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larryd6578
Geneva718 contributions
Dec 2019 • none
Somehow my wife heard about this new restaurant and took me there for takeout last night. It's difficult to see from the street as it faces the parking lot and there's no sign on the back (street side) of the building. The place isn't big inside - there are only 6 or 7 tables. We ordered the chicken schawarma and a hummus appetizer (not knowing that the entree came with soup). As we waited they offered us some of chef's juice made with blueberries, black currant, and caramel syrup. It was good. Then chef gave us 2 pieces of baklava, which we took home but haven't tried yet. Then he came by and gave us 2 pieces of banana bread (which we also haven't tried yet). Then they threw in a zucchini soup to go along with our lentil soup. We had so much food that we saved one order of chicken shawarma for tonight's dinner. Now on to rating the food: the lentil soup was good, the zucchini soup was fantastic (and I'm not a fan of zucchini), the hummus was good, the falafel that came with the schwarma was great (probably the best I've had), and the chicken shawarma was excellent. The folks there were all very friendly. The decor was nice. And the prices were quite reasonable (it was actually unbelievable when you consider how much food we got). We'll be back soon.
Written 16 December 2019
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