Yaba’s Middle Eastern Grill - Chicago

They forgot to make one of the items I ordered for delivery. I called and was told they would send someone in 10-15 minutes with the missing item. Gave them my address, name, and phone number and told them to call when they arrive, I live in the back and don't have a door buzzer. Called back a half hour later and was told the guy was going to be there in like one second. I then called back 20 minutes later and was told the guy was there but no one was home. I said the guy is supposed to call but was told the guy forgot his phone. After almost an hour from when they said I would get the rest of my order I eventually got the missing item, Yaba's combination. Combination was ok. The chicken was cold and dry. The gyro meat seemed like your standard gyro meat. The kofta was pretty good but a little cold. They wanted to make up for forgetting about the combination plate and included a lentil soup, and a spinach pie, both pretty good. I liked the lentil soup and the spinach pie was only ok.Correction: They didn't forget to make the order, they said they failed to see the Yaba's combination on the ticket.Update: I've been here several times since and had excellent food and service.

We have come into Yaba’s several times and every time the food is delicious. We went there for lunch today and once again the food was very good. BUT when he rung us up, despite being the person who made the food, and despite the fact he repeated the correct items to us he charged us for an additional entre and an additional water. He didn’t show us the breakdown but when he told us $37 he took my card. I thought it was a little high so I asked for a receipt. That’s when I realized he charged me over $57. Stay away from this place. They will try to scam you purposely.

This level of customer service is extremely rare. Honestly if I could give 10 stars for customer service I would. Yaba was friendly, responsive, dependable and professional. He sent a variety of dishes to meet all our requests, and our guests were thrilled there was enough for seconds, thirds, and to take home for dinner. Thank you Yaba, you made our day!Vegetarian options: delicious vegetarian options!Dietary restrictions: so many gluten-free options

Absolute best hummus and lentil soup in the city. The owner is always friendly, make sure to stop in soon!

Food was cooked well but pretty bland. I would order gyros somewhere else instead they needed more char and a side of tzatziki. And I would go to Sultan’s instead for shawarma!