Taste of Lebanon: Authentic Middle Eastern Delights in Chicago

Gem status!! Taste of Lebanon is def on my top favorite restaurants in the city. It's a small, seemingly hole in the wall place, where you order at the counter and find a seat. But it's absolutely delicious food and super cheap. My go to is the beef or lamb Shawarma sandwich amazing flavors, my wife is a vegetarian so she gets the falafel sandwich always fresh hot and amazing every time! Easy to eat on the go that's so awesomeness, super convenient if you’re in a rush. 100% recommend!

I walked into Taste of Lebanon around 3 PM, and the place was packed—a good sign, especially since the recommendation came from someone who lives in the neighborhood. The restaurant has limited seating, so it operates more like a quick-service spot. We ordered lamb kebab wraps with fries, and the food arrived impressively fast. The wrap was the highlight: filling, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The fries, while decent, were fairly standard. One important thing to note is that the restaurant is cash-only, so be sure to come prepared.

Yum! My mom & I tried the vegetarian combos. So fresh, flavorful, and very generous portions. We got all this food with four large pieces of pita for just less than $20. My first time trying Lebanese food. Will definitely be back!

Delicious Middle Eastern Vegetarian Options at Taste of Lebanon I’ve been craving Middle Eastern food, and my husband took me to [Restaurant Name] for a Wednesday lunch. Food: They offer a small but well-curated selection of Middle Eastern dishes. As vegetarians, we tried the Falafel wrap and the vegetarian combo. The falafel was perfectly crispy, and the Hummus and Baba ghanoush were fresh and creamy. Since we prefer our food crispy, they customized it for us and even provided a chili sauce on the side. You can also customize your wrap with any sauce from their list. The meal was filling, and we ended with their Baklava dessert, which was sweet and delightfully crispy. Price: It cost us $25 for two people (2 wraps, 1 vegetarian combo, and 1 dessert). The price is very reasonable for such a tasty and satisfying meal. Ambience: The place is small, clean, and no-frills, making it ideal for a quick bite or takeaway. Location and Accessibility: Public Transportation: The #92 Foster CTA bus stops nearby, and the Red Line’s Bryn Mawr station is a 10-15 minute walk. Parking: Limited street parking is available (both metered and non-metered), and there are a few paid parking lots nearby. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone craving authentic Middle Eastern flavors!

hands down, they make the best food. My boyfriend and I tried the falafel wrap with baba ghanoush and lamb kafta wrap, and they were absolutely amazing. Their baklava is great as well. 100/10 recommend this place.. they also have super sweet and polite staff. Can’t wait to come back!

Real casual cash only place. Their lentil soup has my heart. It has a lovely creamy texture with soft chunks of lentils. Taste-wise, very comforting and pretty onion-y in the best way possible. Just squeeze some lemon in and voila, it's perfect. A quart of this always non-negotiable whenever I'm feeling sick. Everything else here ranges from okay to good but the lentil soup is where it's at. An objective four but sentimental five.

Edited: Everything I’ve had so far in their menu is delicious! Highly recommend the vegetarian specials as they are perfect to share as well as the lamb kebab! Great lentil soup! I was pleasantly surprised that it came with some pita bread. Very much a no-frills type place with really quality food. It’s cash only and clearly a staple in the neighborhood.

Interrupting my [amazing] meal to leave this review. Wow. Like most people, I usually only feel compelled to leave a review when something goes wrong, since that's the only form of justice we have as consumers these days. As soon I opened the bag when I sat it on my counter, I knew I was in for something special. The small fry I ordered is bigger than any large I've ever ordered from another restaurant. Most places don't label their to-go items, but my shawarma came with PRINTED labels. There was a label on my garlic sauce, too, because they sent it alongside a little container of tahini. Both for free! Most places charge at least a dollar for sauces. I haven't even opened the other shawarma yet but I know it's gonna be fire. Already texted 2 friends about this spot. If they keep they keep the prices and quality the same, this could be the most successful restaurant in Chicago. Shout out to Lebanon, your cuisine is top-tier.