Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Al Bawadi Grill, Khepri Cafe and Alwatan Bakery, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find the best places for falafel in Chicago. Curated list of top-rated restaurants serving exceptional falafel.
Chicago's Premier Falafel Destinations
Chicago’s vibrant food scene is home to an incredible array of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors, offering some of the finest falafel in the Midwest. This collection showcases a diverse range of experiences, from the traditional offerings at Alwatan Bakery and Al Bawadi Grill to the contemporary Mediterranean and Greek plates found at Caffè Oliva and Artopolis. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite at IDOF - I Dream Of Falafel or exploring the unique Italian and Middle Eastern fusions at Cafe Moderno and Khepri Cafe, these standout spots define the very best of Chicago's crispy, golden-brown staples.
8 restaurants in Best Falafel in Chicago | Top Spots
- Al Bawadi Grill · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Khepri Cafe · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Alwatan Bakery · rated 3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Artopolis: Greek.
- Caffè Oliva: Mediterranean.
- Caffè Oliva concession: Mediterranean.
- Cafe Moderno: Italian.
- IDOF - I Dream Of Falafel: Middle Eastern.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
