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Shawarma Inn — a middle eastern spot in Lincoln Square. Flavors that haven't been adjusted for mass appeal. Knowledgeable staff, so ask for guidance, and open late. "Shish lamb sandwich was good and the meat was tender" — Abdulkader Dadou
Stephanie Polakowski
253 reviews
“The chicken kabobs was excellent- moist and flavorful”
5523 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
“Great hole in the wall kind of vibe.”
Great hole in the wall kind of vibe. A group of 4 of us got there around 6pm on a week night and it was empty, based on the looks of the place, I was a bit hesitant to stay. Ambience is not great. But menu was promising. Service was great- by time we ordered over 6 other tables filled up, places got packed. Quality beef shawarma and homemade soups- my friends said the beef Kefka was also very good. They have wraps for like $9-10 with fries and drinks for additional charge. Combo plates are huge, rice is tasty. The chicken kabobs was excellent- moist and flavorful!
Stephanie Polakowski
May 2024
“Best hummus I have ever had.”
Best hummus I have ever had. Shawarma plate was great too.
Best Chicago Railings
May 2024
“Delicious! Had the shrimp twice this week. Highly recommend. They have 2 locations here in Chicago”
Erica Schmidt
Jul 2023
“Very good customer service,friendly staff,fresh delicious food.I tried the chicken shawarma plate...”
Very good customer service,friendly staff,fresh delicious food.I tried the chicken shawarma plate for the first time and will definitely go back!Highly recommended! A lot of food for the money.
Ramona Iorga
Nov 2022
“We were looking for a halal place around and ended up here.”
We were looking for a halal place around and ended up here! Food was very good! The flavors were great, and portion size was big. We ordered 2 entrees both came with salad and soup. The lentil soup is such a comfort food! Loved it! Also the guy who served us was very nice to us. Will definitely visit again!
Tazkia Hossain
May 2022
“My favorite place.”
My favorite place! Fresh and tasty! I love it.
Bella Zh
Sep 2021
“Delicious food and great customer service definitely recommended this place best shawarma I've had in chicago.”
Sunita Roman
Jul 2021
“First time experience at the authentic resteraunt and i liked every bit of it!”
First time experience at the authentic resteraunt and i liked every bit of it!! Bet place to go!!!
BrandNeu Stadium
Oct 2018
“Food was great and love the rice .”
Sujan
Apr 2025
“Small well known local restaurant.”
Small well known local restaurant. The food is fresh and generous sized portions! I always generally get the lentil soup and combination plate. The staff is always polite, I feel like I'm always welcomed. If you go once, you'll end up becoming a regular.
Christine Delgadillo (Penguin)
Nov 2022
“It’s really fresh food, delicious, good price and Seba was very nice with customers, I recommend it.”
Ahmed Alwan
Jun 2021
“The food was really tasty and fresh.”
The food was really tasty and fresh. The only thing they should focus on is the hygiene
Moe
Aug 2019
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