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Galit
Middle Eastern
The hummus arrives first, topped with brisket, alongside salatim and pita still warm from the flame, which is a good sign of what's coming. Galit is a prix-fixe modern Middle Eastern spot on Lincoln Ave, holding a Michelin star, where chef Zach Engel builds a menu that feels personal rather than encyclopedic. The wine list leans into Armenia, Lebanon, and Palestine, so the pairings have something to say.
The awards strongest first
- AAA Four Diamonds
- James Beard Awards 2025 · Nominee · Outstanding Restaurant
- Michelin Guide 1 Star
- Wine Enthusiast Forward 50 Restaurants
- The Banchets Nominee · Sommelier of the Year · Scott Stroemer
- James Beard Awards 2026 · Semifinalist · Outstanding Chef · Zachary Engel
- The Infatuation #9 · The 25 Best Restaurants In Chicago
- Eater Lincoln Park’s Best Restaurants
- Eater The 38 Best Restaurants in Chicago
- The 50 The 50 Discovery
One number, weighted & current 94
How we scoreThe dishes from the writeups
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Smoked turkey shawarma
“The pitas are the best in town, accompanied by dishes like smoked turkey shawarma and brisket hummus.”
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Phyllo pie
“The desserts from pastry chef Mary Eder-McClure are also worth noting, and the phyllo pie demonstrates much of the restaurant’s spirit, reminding diners of baklava but with a twist.”
Eater -
Lamb kebab El Babor
“Try the Bubbe's brisket hummus dish served with braised and pickled carrots or the lamb kebab El Babor served in an iron skillet with pita bread baked over the top.”
AAA
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