Taste of Lebanon Restaurant
Mary Pence · 141 Google reviewsTaste of Lebanon Restaurant — the Falafel leads at this top-tier Andersonville middle eastern spot. Walk in and you know immediately: this place is real. Straight from the source, no adjustments. Wallet-friendly, moves fast. "The falafel was perfectly crispy, and the Hummus and Baba ghanoush were fresh and creamy" — Shailaja shree [$, patio, cash only]
What 1,108 diners keep saying
What 1,108 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“I’ve been coming here for 4 years, and every single visit has been a great experience. The wraps are absolutely delicious, but honestly, everything on the menu is amazing. The owner, Ali, is a genuinely kind person and a great businessman who truly cares about his customers. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, the service is excellent, and the portion sizes are very generous. This is one of the best neighborhood restaurants around. The quality, flavor, and hospitality have always been outstanding. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for delicious food and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.”
“Love this place and the owner is so kind - I don’t live in Chicago but every time I visit I go there with my friends. All the food items are delicious and authentic”
“Interrupting my [amazing] meal to leave this review. Wow. Like most people, I usually only feel compelled to leave a review when something goes wrong, since that's the only form of justice we have as consumers these days. As soon I opened the bag when I sat it on my counter, I knew I was in for something special. The small fry I ordered is bigger than any large I've ever ordered from another restaurant. Most places don't label their to-go items, but my shawarma came with PRINTED labels. There was a label on my garlic sauce, too, because they sent it alongside a little container of tahini. Both for free! Most places charge at least a dollar for sauces. I haven't even opened the other shawarma yet but I know it's gonna be fire. Already texted 2 friends about this spot. If they keep they keep the prices and quality the same, this could be the most successful restaurant in Chicago. Shout out to Lebanon, your cuisine is top-tier.”
“Yum! My mom & I tried the vegetarian combos. So fresh, flavorful, and very generous portions. We got all this food with four large pieces of pita for just less than $20. My first time trying Lebanese food. Will definitely be back!”
“Gem status!! Taste of Lebanon is def on my top favorite restaurants in the city. It's a small, seemingly hole in the wall place, where you order at the counter and find a seat. But it's absolutely delicious food and super cheap. My go to is the beef or lamb Shawarma sandwich amazing flavors, my wife is a vegetarian so she gets the falafel sandwich always fresh hot and amazing every time! Easy to eat on the go that's so awesomeness, super convenient if you’re in a rush. 100% recommend!”
“hands down, they make the best food. My boyfriend and I tried the falafel wrap with baba ghanoush and lamb kafta wrap, and they were absolutely amazing. Their baklava is great as well. 100/10 recommend this place.. they also have super sweet and polite staff. Can’t wait to come back!”
“Real casual cash only place. Their lentil soup has my heart. It has a lovely creamy texture with soft chunks of lentils. Taste-wise, very comforting and pretty onion-y in the best way possible. Just squeeze some lemon in and voila, it's perfect. A quart of this always non-negotiable whenever I'm feeling sick. Everything else here ranges from okay to good but the lentil soup is where it's at. An objective four but sentimental five.”
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