46 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Winnetka

“Incredible food! This is such a great option to have restaurant high quality Meals specially prepared to be taken home! I have tried most items, and often get some sides & appetizers, to have for lunch next day. I especially love the eggplant Parmigiano, Sour Cherry saffron rice, Prosciutto & mushroom pasta, etc. Service is really friendly, with the proprietor hands on! I highly recommend this local treasure!“

“The food was absolutely delicious. Went with the green shakshuka and it was tremendous, as was the hummus and the house bacon. Our server was also an absolute gem of a human and took excellent care of us. A bit pricey but worth it. Would definitely recommend.“

“The meat is delicious & the rice is the most falourful than any other place. Love the ambiance too.“

“Excellent food! I had the veggie platter and everything was very tasty.“

“This is the best Mediterranean restaurant I have ever been to. The kabobs are perfectly seasoned and are the real deal. The hummus is amazing. It has an almost whipped texture and is very fresh tasting. The yellow rice is great, too. Usually I love to drown all my food in tahini sauce, but here I barely use any. I don't want to mess with the food. It's perfect as is. The staff is super friendly and the prices are reasonable, especially considering how big the portions are. I definitely recommend giving it a try“

“Great the best of the best fresh baklava“

“Absolutely delicious food perfect customer service Decent prices very clean place“

“1st visit, spacious with plenty of parking. Fast casual dining for dine in or takeout. I had the lunch special plate (I forget the name), chicken breast, on rice and side salad and 2 falafel balls $9.99. Don't worry there's pictures of the dishes.“

“Excellent service, clean restaurant ,delicious food the best in Glenview , I always order the shawarma chicken made to perfection, thanks for the good service.“

“Food was outstanding as was the service! We definitely recommend it!“

“My friends and I ate in the informal side of the restaurant and the food was very good, reasonably priced and plentiful. The service was polite and accommodating. I'll be patronizing this fine establishment in the years to come and suggest others follow suit when interested in Persian cuisine.“

“Service and food all outstanding. I will be going back.“

“Food was great, very clean restaurant.“

“Came across Mr Kabab on a foodie critic,, this surpassed my expectations! The atmosphere was clean, accommodating & price friendly! The Owner Sam, takes pride in his food and business. I enjoyed his friendliness and stance on his food methodology. The Gyro sandwich was the best I've had in the Chicagoland area. The Gyro was lean & tender not greasy. This sandwich wasn't heavy almost wanting you to have seconds!The owner takes pride in his business & quality in food. If he's reading this, thank you for an amazing experience!“

“Had lunch there today and I have to say this is the first time I was disappointed with the service. The food was excellent but that's it. Asked for 2nd drink and never got it. Water was never refilled until we were through eating. When first ordering our wine we had problems. I will continue to eat here and hopefully this is a one time occurrence.“

“delicious food and large amounts“

“My go to place when I'm craving Mediterranean. The food is beyond good. I typically get the combo plate and lentil soup. The grilled chicken is always seasoned perfectly, the grilled kefta kabab is very tender, chicken and beef shawarma is insanely delicious. Their lentil soup is packed with flavor- hummus is creamiest I've ever had. Service is friendly - ambiance is not the best but that's okay, the delicious food makes up for it. Highly highly recommend“

“My first time eating here and the food is delicious and much healthier than most of the restaurants in the area. This will be added to one of my regular dine-out places.Parking: There's a free parking lot but doesn't hold lots of cars.“

“this is one of the best Mediterranean food I have ever ate I would definitely come back“

“Owners are great ,. food is prefect same authentic Balkan taste and quality,. It’s hard to find real and good food taste this days ,. but this place it’s real deal 5 stars and above ,. Number 1 dining place strongly recommended if you want to try Bosnian Kebap and Pleskavica ,.“

“I Initially had a bad experience with this place, but the manager reached out to me and rectified the issue. The second time i had the food here, it was great!(both the chicken kabob and zinger wrap). Definitely recommend. The owner also showed great customer service by following up with the customer to fix the issue. The restaurant is nice and bright and the staff is friendly!“

“عاشت ايدكم على هذا الكباب ، طعم عراقي اصلي“

“Absolutely delicious, as always! We miss being closer to Hala In. #supportlocal“

“this is a restaurant for people with taste buds. people that enjoy flavor. people that enjoy food made with passion.“

“The experience at Zhivago was truly exceptional! The atmosphere was lovely, and the staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming. The food was not only delicious but also beautifully presented, adding to the overall experience. I highly recommend Zhivago to anyone looking for a fantastic event – it's definitely worth a visit!“

“Best Greek food hands down.....you won't be disappointed“

“The best restaurant I recommend everyone to try⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Easy to miss spot next to Jiffy Lube. I came in when I was changing my oil, and was pleasantly surprised. It's a small quiet place with excellent food. You can tell the owners really care about the quality of the food. I had the chicken wrap and fries and it was fresh and delicious!“

“we love everything there, food, service and atmosphere.“

“Very friendly, excellent value, and delicious food! From the salads to the fries, from the baba ghanoush to the falafel, everything was super flavorful and well-prepared. The atmosphere is clean and i“

“I went here with a friend since I had heard about this new restaurant in the neighborhood and wanted to try it. One of my friends didn't love it (they did takeout), but I had such a wonderful time. I tried one of the boneless chicken kebabs and it was so good. I was honestly having a rough day and this was such a yummy meal that lifted my mood in a much needed way.“

“Nice service and polite, we were sitted right away“

“The tapas were excellent and the paella was very very good“

“Disclaimer: I’m Lebanese. Decent food (not as authentic as could be though) and cute decoration and display of desserts. Prices are decent and portions are generous! The waitress was speaking too fast and constantly seemed in a hurry. We felt pressured to order and communicate any requests. It would be nice to add some music to add some ambience (Fairuz!).“

“Food, service and ambiance are perfect for a dinner out. Highly recommended!“

“Pleasantly surprised when we came in for happy hour and had a great experience. Cori was very friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend if you’re in the area. The whipped feta ❤️Vegetarian options: I liked that there were various options from shared plates to salads to “sushi” rolls.“

“Went for dinner with some friends and we all agree the food was delicious! The owner (I presume) was very friendly & accommodating to us all.Not only that, but he gave us all wraps to try as a possible new menu item ( we all say go for it, it was delicious! )Also, they make some of THE BEST tahini.Will be back for sure!“

“I was nearby running an errand when I spotted this place and took a chance and it paid off. The chicken shawarma sandwich was delicious. It took sometime to make but was really tasty and fries were crispy and hot! The lady took care of my famished tummy and was very sweet to talk to. Highly recommend it if you’re around.“

“Great food and service. Everything tastes amazing.“

“Firooza and rooqiya had absolutely amazing service and hospitality. They treated me and my family so kindly. They checked in on us so much and made sure we were enjoying everything, even giving us completely desert. So sweet! We come here so much and continue to come. Amazing food and amazing staff.“

“10/10 experience from the food to the atmosphere to the service! I went for the spinach stuffed chicken and I highly recommend it. The portion was perfect. Daniel (the bartender) offered great service and great conversation. Although it was cold outside, I can tell this place will be amazing in the summer when the patio is open. I’ll be back!“

“"Shawarma Inn 2 is all about great food at great prices. Right from the start, you're treated to a fresh salad and soup, leading up to the main dish. It's a spot where you're sure to leave satisfied and happy, all without spending too much. For anyone wanting to fill up without emptying their wallet, Shawarma Inn 2 is the place to check out. It's where every meal is a hit, guaranteed to keep you coming back."“

“I don't live far, and I rarely visit Zad or Pita Inn, but I needed something for lunch that wasn't fast food. I ordered the Zad lunch special to go. I was kinda surprised it wasn't busier inside because I know the Pita Inn gets packed for lunchtime. I didn't check my meal until I got home, but I thought the lunch special used to come with shawarma, too. It came with chicken, beef kabobs, falafel, salad, and rice. It also had the sauce and pita on the side. Overall, it's not a bad meal, but tbh I've had much better Middle Eastern food, so I don't see myself visiting Pita Inn/Zad very often.“

“1st time here and was absolutely delicious ?Their homade hummus was delicious ? as was their chicken kabobsBy the amount of traffic that was coming in and out, must be a popular place.Great service too, very kind & friendly workers.Will definitely be coming back!!You get what you pay for, lots left over to take with you.“

“Very warm and welcoming atmosphere! Delicious food, big portions, very reasonably priced. If I could give them 6 stars, I would!“

“I’ve lived less than a mile from this place for a decade and never tried it; tonight was the night. It’s a unique establishment - hookah lounge, banquet hall, bar. Walking in was a little confusing for first timers but we were quickly welcomed and seated at the bar. Drink pours were impressively heavy. Our food came out fast and was great. The cheese burek appetizer deserves special mention with its garlic and hot sauces! Our waiter/bartender was in full hustle mode on a busy Friday night but still found time to take good care of us and have a few short chats. Overall I’d highly recommend eating here. It’s a bit “different,” but who likes the same old thing over and over? I’ll be back.Dietary restrictions: Plenty of vegetarian and vegan options here.Parking: Parking in front and behind the building, one lot has a small curb to traverse. Not an issue for most vehicles.“