1. Galit

    Modern Middle Eastern

    Inside a modest storefront, Zach Engel's modern Middle Eastern cooking unfolds through a prix-fixe of diners' choosing, opening with creamy hummus, warm pita, and pickles that establish the evening's warmth. The falafel carries unexpected brightness, wines from the Levantine region flow with purpose, and the whole operation hums with genuine hospitality.

    AAA
    Four Diamonds
    Michelin Guide
    1 Star
    James Beard Awards
    2025 · Nominee · Outstanding Restaurant
    2026 · Semifinalist · Outstanding Chef · Zachary Engel
    Wine Enthusiast
    2024 · Forward 50 Restaurants
    The Infatuation
    #9 · The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago
    The Banchets
    2025 · Nominee · Sommelier of the Year · Scott Stroemer
    Eater
    The 38 Essential Restaurants in Chicago
    Address
    2429 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL · Chicago
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