IDOF - I Dream of Falafel
Elyse W · 362 Google reviewsIDOF - I Dream of Falafel — clean, consistent middle eastern in Loop. Fast service. [$]
What 238 diners keep saying
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What 238 diners keep saying
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“Food was good. Service was amazing. We had a person with food allergies with us, and the guy behind the counter was great. He went above and beyond to help us choose the correct food items.”
“I visited this place on my trip to Chicago. Very clean and friendly stuff. Meat is 100% halal. It’s comes for everyone! Thanks guys for your business in the city, our community needs more halal place like this.”
“Great lunch and super handy for our trip to the Art Institute (which doesn't currently offer any in-museum dining). We each ordered a CYO Plate with falafel as the protein. They formed the falafel balls and cooked them as we ordered, so very fresh, hot, and crisp. The nutritional information page on their website provides details for every ingredient. So I was easily able to calculate calories, fat, fiber, and protein for the lunch I planned. Switched hummus (as a second base) for couscous and had a luscious plate for 541 calories and 21 grams of protein. Servers were quiet, but personable and efficient. Space was very clean. Several small tables in back for smaller groups + large long table in front for individual customers to share. We will definitely be back!”
“I have been waiting YEARS to come back to IDOF after they closed the one by me. Finally, I was able to make my return! I got a gyro plate and I think I over sauced myself because when I mixed everything together, the sauce overpowered and also made the meat get cold quicker. The only other reason I give 4 stars is because I was in line for 30 minutes… I’ll be back and hopefully raising my rating to 5 stars”
“i wish they had this chain in la! super super good, i’m vegetarian & had plenty of very yummy options”
“Gyro, vegan dream, and shwarmalicious were awesome! Short wait for a Thursday lunch.”
“This place is awesome! Ate here several times on my trip to Chicago. Some of the best falafel I’ve ever had! Plenty of vegan options. Everything was fresh and delicious - better than comparable fast casual Mediterranean spots.”
“Absolutely delish food! Quick service & helpful staff. Very allergy friendly!”
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