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Habibi In Mediterranean Grill-Evanston — Evanston middle eastern anchored by the White Sauce. Portions are serious, plan accordingly. Service that's warm without being over the top. Ali H: "The meat was perfectly seasoned, tender, and juicy, with flavors that blended beautifully with the sides"
Ali H
124 reviews
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825 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201
“The meat was perfectly seasoned, tender, and juicy, with flavors that blended beautifully with the sides”
“$10 lunch special might just be the best thing on the planet.”
Nicolas Babick
Dec 2025
“Absolutely Delicious!”
Absolutely Delicious!! A casual and quick spot for some amazing Mediterranean food in the heart of Evanston. The lentil soup is an absolute must order and any of the entree plates offer enough food for leftovers!
Hannah Milani
Dec 2025
“🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING – A MUST-VISIT GEM.”
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING – A MUST-VISIT GEM! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 My friend and his niece recommended Habibi Mediterranean Grill in Evanston, IL, so we decided to check it out—and I am genuinely grateful we did. This turned out to be one of the best dinners of my entire life. I ordered the Chicken Kofta Kabob over Rice, but instead of getting two chicken skewers, I swapped one for a beef skewer so I could try both meats. If you’re reading this, do the same. You will not regret it. The rice and salad were delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. But the bread… WOW. It was so soft, warm, and perfectly made that I don’t even have the words to describe it. I eat a lot of Mediterranean, Pakistani, and Indian food—where bread plays a huge role—so when I say I’d take this bread 10 out of 10 times, that should speak volumes. And now, the star of the show: the meat. Juicy, tender, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to absolute perfection. Every bite made my mouth water for more. I could genuinely eat this meal multiple times a week—and I’m not someone who usually goes to the same restaurant that often. That alone tells you how exceptional this place is. The sauces were the perfect compliment to the meal, enhancing every flavor without overpowering anything. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, filled with genuine hospitality. A special shoutout to Mohammed, who provided truly above-and-beyond service. He was kind, attentive, and incredibly honest. We tipped him personally, and he shared the tip with his coworkers—that alone shows what an amazing person and employee he is. Hats off to him for making the experience even better. If you visit—and you absolutely should—I can fully guarantee you will not be disappointed. This restaurant is exceptional in every sense. I will definitely be coming back as often as possible. Habibi Mediterranean Grill, you’ve earned a Lifelong Customer.
Ali Mian
Dec 2025
“Excellent counter service Mediterranean food.”
Excellent counter service Mediterranean food. The food is very delicious and has very large portion sizes. Staff is exceptionally friendly. Highly recommended.
Brian Derstine
Oct 2025
“A fantastic authentic Mediterranean food place in Evanston.”
A fantastic authentic Mediterranean food place in Evanston. The stuff was very friendly and helpful.
Margo Aleksieieva
Oct 2025
“I love to come here, its always a pleasure to communicate with staff, they are always friendly and food is awesome.”
I love to come here, its always a pleasure to communicate with staff, they are always friendly and food is awesome. Thanks, guys!!!👏👏👏
SERGIU GRADINARU
Sep 2025
“An incredible restaurant to have amazing Mediterranean cuisine.”
An incredible restaurant to have amazing Mediterranean cuisine! The interior is designed with care, and all the workers were happy to help with any questions. I had the gyro and chicken platter over rice, which came with a huge portion of meat and other ingredients. You can’t go wrong with any protein here, and I highly recommend the falafel and hummus as well. The food comes out very quick, and it is always cooked fresh. Make sure to try Habibi In if you’re in Evanston!
Jonathan Lee
Sep 2025
“I’ve heard about this restaurant from my niece for quite some time—she’s been dining here for over...”
I’ve heard about this restaurant from my niece for quite some time—she’s been dining here for over a year and always spoke highly of it. I finally had the chance to experience it myself, and now I understand why she kept recommending it. From the moment I walked in, the warm and welcoming atmosphere set the tone. The highlight of my visit was the chicken kefta dinner, which was nothing short of mouthwatering. The meat was perfectly seasoned, tender, and juicy, with flavors that blended beautifully with the sides. Every bite felt thoughtfully prepared and authentic. Equally impressive was the service. Mohammed, our server, went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. His attentiveness, friendliness, and genuine care added so much to the overall dining experience. Honestly, the kind of service he provided is rare these days—he deserves five stars on his own. Overall, this restaurant exceeded my expectations in both food and hospitality. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back, not just for the dishes but for the people who make the experience so enjoyable. If you haven’t been yet, do yourself a favor and give it a try—you’ll see why it has such loyal regulars.
Ali H
Sep 2025
“There are so many things calling themselves inflation fighters.”
There are so many things calling themselves inflation fighters. But in my view, there is nothing more qualified than the lunch special in Habibi In. Been a loyal customer for past five years and I knew they have been very fair in pricing. But dude, the lunch special is at next level. I'm even concerned that they'd go bankrupt with this offer. Regarding the food, always amazing, if not more. I'd even go one step further and say, if you have to choose what to eat for workday lunch, it needs to be this lunch special.
Ruoxi Zhu
Aug 2025
“smiling service, interesting decor, and gyros the size of your big head for $10.50.”
smiling service, interesting decor, and gyros the size of your big head for $10.50. only negative is overhead fluorescent lighting but my heart will go on.
Zach Caddy
Aug 2025
“One of the best meals I have had in a long time, for more reasons than just the food.”
One of the best meals I have had in a long time, for more reasons than just the food. Everything was delicious, fresh, and extremely flavorful (with huge portions for a great price), and the presentation was just amazing. In addition, the guy at the counter was just one of those people who seems to serve everyone with joy and happiness. Even though the food we were served was hot and fresh, the wait was almost nothing, and they continued with their fast service even through a large dinner rush. Possibly the best Mediterranean food I have ever had. Do not miss a stop to Habibi In and make sure to get the Habibi plate to get a taste of multiple of their amazing meats and veggies. Definitely will be coming back!
Marni Kim
Apr 2025
“Proportions are out of this world.”
Proportions are out of this world. I order a plate and I’m good for two and a half meals. Greatest place in Downtown Evanston perhaps I love my guy at the counter. Some old man yelled at him for slow service or something and he just smiled through the whole exchange… But I saw sadness in his eyes. Be nice guys Update: returned once again to beautiful food and kind employees. new salad is great
Jiho Lee
Mar 2025
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