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Cedars Palestine Kitchen — dependable middle eastern in Hyde Park. Friendly without hovering, and good for vegetarians. Marisabel Santiago: "The wings were so juicy & perfectly seasoned"
trinidad aguilar-ruiz
203 reviews
There was a small curly hair in my food🥲. The taste of the food was decent. I got the falafel wrap and plate.
Nice spot tucked away in a strip mall area. Walked in greeted and ordered the arab swag tacos.
I must have come on a bad night because this was a waste of my money. Don't think I'll be returning.
1206 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615
“Arab Swag Tacos: Amazing collection of flavors, generously served, with rice and spicy sauce”
“Server was cool and knowledgeable.”
Server was cool and knowledgeable. Recommendations were perfect food was flavorful and we got a free cookie! Will be back soon!
Neilia Gordon
Feb 2026
“Nice spot for Mediterranean food.”
Nice spot for Mediterranean food! They have a limited menu of mainly falafel, chicken, some beef and lamb options, some vegetarian options. Seems fairly popular for take out , there is free delivery for UC students with grubhub Portion size is excellent, filled up really well and had extras to take home. Its free seating (choose where you want), around 7 pm not too busy in store. Food came out hot and fresh Would come back again!
Shi
Feb 2026
“Great cause. Wonderful and grounded people (Elijah has some great community engagement ideas, I can...”
Great cause. Wonderful and grounded people (Elijah has some great community engagement ideas, I can NOT WAIT to experience) Food delicious!
Aviona Creatrix
Nov 2025
“This place doesn't seem to miss.”
This place doesn't seem to miss. I orded the Falafel wrap with extra cucumber and salad greens. The upgrade cost was minimal and it was perfectly proportioned. I usually get the Arab Swag tacos, now I have a new favorite. This is all good news to rack up more points to save on future purchases. Obviously I will return!
S White
Oct 2025
“I visited Cedars with my husband today and we cannot properly convey how much we loved it.”
I visited Cedars with my husband today and we cannot properly convey how much we loved it! The staff was patient, kind, knowledgeable, and the one detail that struck me the most was their treatment of everyone-open and caring. The food was epic; perfectly balanced seasoning, bright flavors, richness without heaviness, lovely fusion dishes and the absolute BEST crispy falafel I have had in my life. I felt so comfortable and at ease while I was there, which is a feeling I don’t usually have in restaurants. The ethos, celebration of community and cherished family recipes make this a one-of-a-kind dining experience, counting the days until I can go back! Thank you Cedars!!!! 🖤🤍❤️💚
Ayesha Hemesath
Apr 2025
“Excellent food and great staff.”
Excellent food and great staff. My family had always come here over the years while visiting family. They were very accommodating for our group when we wanted to have a bit if a reunion there.
Chris Grant
Jan 2025
“Delicious. Went in for the Taco Tuesday special. It’s a lot of food but it was so flavorful I ate...”
Delicious. Went in for the Taco Tuesday special. It’s a lot of food but it was so flavorful I ate the whole thing. The service was nice and courteous too. I’ll be coming back soon!
Gabriela M
Sep 2024
“The wings were so juicy & perfectly seasoned.”
The wings were so juicy & perfectly seasoned! The watermelon sugar lemonade is also so refreshing. Def will come back to try the Arab tacos! 🍉
Marisabel Santiago
Aug 2024
“Ordered from Uber eats & my food took about 25 minutes to get to me .”
Ordered from Uber eats & my food took about 25 minutes to get to me . It’s still fresh !! So thank you for good packaging ! Also , they stable the boxes your food come in shut as well as the bag it comes in ! So I feel like my food was extra protected . The fries still being a good temp & texture are what I’m most shocked at . I will be trying other things from the menu . Haven’t bit my tacos yet but they smell as good as they’re going to taste & im sure of it . Haha . Thanks yall !
Golden Love
Jun 2024
“Most popular item and my new favorite food - Arab Swag Tacos with chicken shawarma, lime, and sweet corn.”
Shari Benyousky
May 2024
“Love it here, I’m a local and bring all my friends here for quick, casual, inexpensive but delicious and filling meals!”
Ooni J
May 2024
“Modest little nook in Plaza, from the unique ceiling cutout, live greenery, stone tile entry way,...”
Modest little nook in Plaza, from the unique ceiling cutout, live greenery, stone tile entry way, corner shelf w/books to the framed pictures displaying thr Story of Cedars. Staff was so friendly, and table was immediately cleaned off so I had no wait experience. Christy was so friendly and patient while I was deciding what to order, since everything looked so good. I decided on the Chicken Shawarma Platter which was served with rice, cauliflower/green peppers/onion medley and flour tortilla. The serving was a generous portion, the Sharma was flavorful and topped with a tangy sauce. Had started the meal with the Sudki Hummus, which was a great start. The Hummus was creamy, topped with pine nuts giving contrast of texture which was a highlight. My friends ordered The falafel wrap : Wrap was tasty and spicy sauce enhanced the flavor. Arab Swag Tacos: Amazing collection of flavors, generously served, with rice and spicy sauce. As if the food and customer service wasn't enough, we topped off our evening with a fundraiser Comedy Show. The talent was great and looking forward to next month show, and will definitely try the lamb barbacoa tacos 🌮
trinidad aguilar-ruiz
Mar 2024
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