IDOF - I Dream of Falafel

Name: IDOF - I Dream of Falafel
Address: 851 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, Chicago, IL, 60657.0, US
Telephone: +1 773-672-2780
Price range: $
Rating: 4.4

Middle Eastern·Mediterranean

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About

IDOF - I Dream of Falafel — neighborhood middle eastern in Lakeview. Order the Falafel. "The chicken shawarma is juicy, well-seasoned, and delicious" — Jon Meister

Experience Breakdown

🍴Food

4.7

👥Service

4.0

✨Ambiance

3.6

💬Sentiment

3.9

The FoodieBuilders

49 reviews

Highlights

CozyQuick BiteGreat For GroupsTakeout StrongGreat ValueFast Service

Must Try

Falafel

What Diners Are Saying

Diners loved

Wasn’t sure what to expect but the falafel was fresh and honestly bomb.
— Lauren Cohen

It’s always consistent. Yummy food and super kind staff.
— laura moreno

I had a really delicious falafel bowl for lunch.
— Em L.

My favorite quick, healthy, & local Mediterranean spot. It is always fresh and flavorful.
— Jon Meister

Some noted

I really don’t understand how this place has good ratings. The food is sub par. I ordered two falafel pita sandwiches.

Specialties

Falafel

Location

851 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

What 415+ diners say about IDOF - I Dream of Falafel

“The IDOF fries is to die for!”

The IDOF fries is to die for!! Maybe stick with hummus or their signature spicy sauce. I wasn’t a huge fan of the falafel or the garlic sauce they had.

Amanda Leutmixay

Jun 2023

“I could eat this every day!”

I could eat this every day!! 😊 This is one of my favorite places in the area. I order several times per week and is always yummy! Take out or dine my food is always fresh and delicious. The friendly staff and the clean restaurant makes this place a perfect spot for lunch or dinner. 👌

Manny Jms

Jun 2023

“I really enjoy this place.”

I really enjoy this place. The food is good and good quantity for price. They have a lot of options so you can change things up as well depending on your mood. I probably come here at least once a month cause just easy/healthy food that is fast.

Jared Day

Oct 2022

“I do Freaking love Mediterranean food and IDOF makes it fast (or serve it fast) I already had...”

I do Freaking love Mediterranean food and IDOF makes it fast (or serve it fast) I already had visited a few times the one on Taylor st but this one in Belmont is my new go to because I got my two of my favorite things, Mediterranean food in an All-in plate and for dessert eclairs, or how I know them Profiteroles

Zuly T

Jun 2021

“Best falafel wrap I've ever had.”

Best falafel wrap I've ever had! Garlicy and stuffed full of rice 🥰

my face

May 2021

“Really solid Mediterranean fast casual spot in Belmont.”

Really solid Mediterranean fast casual spot in Belmont. Great falafels and friendly service!

Jonathan Walters

Mar 2021

“I took wrap with chicken kebab, it was great.”

I took wrap with chicken kebab, it was great! Kebab was surprisingly juicy and wrap is fulfilling! My girlfriend got the plate with Kefta and it was nice and crunchy on the outside but soft and juicy on the inside! They even make the Kefta to order so it’s always fresh. ✅update: tried their chicken shawarma, didn't like it. But Kafta is good!

Ivan Shatilo

Aug 2021

“The dining experience is good.”

The dining experience is good. Everything is fresh and prepared as you order. I had the create your own plate with chicken shawarma, rice, red cabbage and spinach. There is a nice selection for you to build your plate.

G V D

May 2021

“All-In Platter A plate loaded with all the goodness - Chicken Shawarma, Kefta Kebab, Gyro, and Falafel.”

All-In Platter A plate loaded with all the goodness - Chicken Shawarma, Kefta Kebab, Gyro, and Falafel. Rice, Cucumber-Tomato Salad, & Red Cabbage Slaw on the side and a little drizzle of Tahini on top. A glance at the spread speaks volumes of how healthy it is. Protein from chicken, gyro, and kebabs; carbs from rice; fats from olive oil; fiber from the salad. Not just healthy, everything was delicious. Kefta Kebab -Moist and juicy, appropriately spiced. Chicken – Tender and crispy. Gyro – The star. So soft, flaky, juicy and delicious. Falafel – Nice and crispy. Rice - Not at all sticky. Salad – Perfectly done and very fresh. Simple, yet delicious, workday lunch. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 An ideal workday lunch spot - Quick, cheap, healthy and delicious. A no-frills, counter-service eatery. And, there are so many options to choose from. Everything from their deliciously comforting yellow lentil soup to their kebabs and smoky baba ghanoush is soo good. 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲 A sure shot bang for your buck. Plus, the food is delicious. We cannot recommend this place enough.

The FoodieBuilders

Mar 2020

“I haven't seen the decorations very often in the locations.”

I haven't seen the decorations very often in the locations. It was pleasant, not very much hummus in the falafel pitas.

Alexis Bonaparte

May 2018

“Customer friendly staff, clean and cheaper price.”

Customer friendly staff, clean and cheaper price. Quality mediterranean food with Chipotle style set-up. I would rate it higher than Naf-Naf grill based on the taste and quantity.