Yaba’s Food & middle eastern grill
Lou Lou · 840 Google reviewsYaba’s Food & middle eastern grill — Logan Square middle eastern that sets the standard. Order the Falafel. The service is both welcoming and well-informed. Affordable, owner on site. "The owners are incredible, the food is even better" — Jordan Irons [$]
What 444 diners keep saying
What 444 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“You feel right at home. Chicken is super juicy. The owner was extremely welcoming!”
“I could say a lot of things, but that the food was amazing and the staff super friendly is enough. Great decision I made!”
“We stumbled onto Yaba's during the polar vortex on a whim, to escargot the cold. This man's shop was a godsend, his lentil soup was flavorful and perfect for the artic winds. Both our dishes were delicious and had just the right seasoning amount of seasons. In retrospect, I wished I got the schwarma as it was a beefed up version the kebab. I got the chicken kebab My lady got the Chicken Schwarma”
“Kitchens at the back of convenience stores are a gem. Very flavorful lentil soup, kafta kebab plate lunch special (all day), falafel, complete with soft and chewy yellow rice, side salad, pickled cucumbers and radish, hummus topped with olive oil and flat bread. Comes with a drink. Very nice staff. Eager to try the rest of the menu.”
“I’m so glad I got to try this food! I saw they were on the news and when I went to order the owner let me know they were on the news the day before too! Wow! The owner even gave me a cup of soup while I was waiting and on the cold day it was so refreshing and good. I got the chicken shawarma plate and goodness it was so delicious! It comes with a generous scoop of hummus, a little salad, garlic sauce, and rice. It’s all a great portion for a great price! I will be back, I’m already craving it lol.”
“First time at Yabas and will be back so soon! It was really busy, but owner/staff were extremely attentive towards guests and efficient with service flow. Food was delicious— had a cup of lentil soup while I waited and it was one of the best soups I’ve had ever. Kafta sandwich and falafel both great— I wish I had remembered to order extra sauces tho. Baklava was on the house bc I had to wait a little longer for my order. The gesture wasn’t expected, but truly was the cherry on top of a great take-out experience. Thank you!!”
“Stopped in last night for the first time, I got a falafel plate and my daughter got a gyro. Both were excellent, we'll definitely be back!!”
“The Family that owns this establishment really cares for the neighborhood. The food is excellent, and the service is top notch.”
“Great place! A bunch of interesting and tasty food products from the Middle East and Mediterranean, like olive oil, sardines, cheeses, tahini, dates and pistachio cookies. Also had some great made to order food - moist well-spiced felafel and tasty smooth hummus. They have what you need to make the best hummus, so I will be back soon 😁. Also, amazing story - today I just found the place on my way back from an errand. I had a great time chatting with them and I told them I had never been there but would be back. As I drove away I realized I had been there years ago! I've had this memory kicking around of a place where I got a big, delicious takeout order and their kid helped me carry it to the car. I knew it was at a big corner but I couldn't find it again. Not only did I finally find the place again, but that same helpful kid was the teenager sitting behind the counter! All grown up. Time flies. Nice to see a family-run place sticking around.”
“Super good middle Eastern food and a lovely owner. Lots of vegetarian options. I will definitely be ordering again!”
“Did a bunch of food for a big family get together. This has become our tradition with Yaba’s. The food is always awesome and the people are so nice. Had an issue with my order (which was probably my fault) and they were so helpful and made the whole thing work. I love this place!”
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