Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Lake View, Chicago
The 4 top-rated middle eastern restaurants in Lake View, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is Shawarma & Grill At Lakeview (438 W Diversey Pkwy), with a flavor score of 91 out of 100 from 399 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews, and only restaurants with at least 100 ratings are ranked. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Middle Eastern Restaurants across Chicago→- Ranked #1438 W Diversey Pkwy
Serves authentic Middle Eastern cuisine with a focus on shawarma, falafel, and generous portion sizes.
- Ranked #21433 W Montrose Ave
Serves Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on falafel, shawarma, kabobs, and fresh salads in a fast-casual setting.
- Ranked #32845 N Broadway
Serves a variety of Middle Eastern dishes, including Kurdish pastries, coffee, and breakfast options.
- Ranked #43461 N Clark St
Serves a variety of Middle Eastern dishes including chicken shawarma, falafel, and kebabs with generous portion sizes.
Scored, but not yet ranked
These 3 middle eastern restaurants in Lake View, Chicagohave a flavor score, but we haven't read 100 diner ratings for them yet. Listed A–Z.
- Not yet ranked607 W Belmont Ave
Offers a variety of hookah flavors and a BYOB policy in an intimate setting.
- Not yet ranked907 W Belmont Ave
Serves a variety of halal dishes including chicken and lamb rice platters, gyros, and cheesesteaks.
- Not yet ranked1415 W Irving Park Rd
Serves a variety of Mediterranean dishes, including chicken shawarma, falafel, and customizable rice bowls.