Middle Eastern-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in the Midwest

Celebrate the diversity of the restaurant industry! These Middle Eastern-owned and -operated restaurants are proud to share their heritage — explore spots to support near you.

The OpenTable Team

21 Restaurants

Updated February 10, 2023

Restaurants:	Panka Peruvian Restaurant, Alhambra Palace Restaurant, Austin's Saloon and Eatery…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Peruvian, Mediterranean, American…
Neighborhoods:	Des Moines, West Loop, Mundelein / Vernon Hills / Libertyville…

Panka Peruvian Restaurant

$$$$

Peruvian

Des Moines

4.5

31 reviews

Wonderful food and our server helped guide us to amazing choices. Will definitely go again.

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Alhambra Palace Restaurant

$$$$

Mediterranean

West Loop

4.2

658 reviews

we had fun… we love the ambience and the show, plus the food

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Austin's Saloon and Eatery

$$$$

American

Mundelein / Vernon Hills / Libertyville

4.6

226 reviews

Good good; great quality, nice atmosphere, a lot of choices!! It’s all good 😄

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The service was a little slow tonight but in there defense, they were handling large groups coming from a graduation that was happening down the block. Although food was slow coming out, it did not disappoint. We still consider it one of the best restaurants in the area.

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MEDI

$$$$

Mediterranean

Lincoln Park

4.6

207 reviews

Cocktails need a little more variety and work. Food value needs work. Two kabob instead of one is better in my opinion.

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Barrel Cheese & Wine

$$$$

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Lakeview / East Lakeview

4.8

22 reviews

Great ambiance and the music was so good! Perfect Valentine’s/galentines Day place! Great wine selection. Food was good but not enough bread/crackers/veggies for the dips

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Tsukiji Sushi & Sake Bar

$$$$

Japanese

West Town

4.7

102 reviews

Excellent experience! Specialty sushi was amazing especially the Chicago Black Hawks!! Margarita was Amazing!!! I'll definitely return soon!

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African Soul

$$$$

African

Hanson Park

1.0

1 review

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NARA Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse

$$$$

Japanese (Hibachi)

West Bloomfield

4.5

583 reviews

Our chef was beyond amazing! He was funny, cool, and full of jokes. He made my birthday dinner even better.

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PAO Detroit - Modern Dining

$$$$

Pan-Asian

Detroit

4.3

898 reviews

Good food, good vibes, patient, and friendly staff. It seems like we tried one of everything, and had no complaints about anything.

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Aldana's Mexican Grill

$$$$

Mexican

Birmingham

4.7

151 reviews

We enjoy Aldanas a lot. Rudina is a wonderful server!

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District Seventy8

$$$$

Contemporary American

Detroit

4.4

164 reviews

This was me and my partners first time here the food was great the setting and service was amazing and food was fresh and came out fast I recommend this restaurant, I’m gonna become a regular here thanks again to all the staff.

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Nicollet Island Inn

$$$$

American

Downtown / North Loop

4.8

3052 reviews

NII is a great restaurant in a great location. Normally, I love the food and ambience. Last time, my biscuits and gravy were exceedingly salty.

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Urban Eatery

$$$$

American

Uptown

4.8

1342 reviews

Our server was outstanding, the food was delicious and the ambiance was nice. Made for an excellent meal!!

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Asador del Sur

$$$$

Latin American

Maplewood

4.7

496 reviews

We went for brunch on new year’s day. They’re brunch menu options are diverse, but not overwhelming. Everyone raved about the food quality. We would definitely return.

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Café Alma

$$$$

Mediterranean

Oakley

4.9

35 reviews

So many delicious choices of food, and for alternative diets, ie. vegan, gluten free! The staff are friendly and professional, and there is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating arrangements. My two favorite menu items: Rosewater Pistachio Waffle and Mira's Power Bowl.

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Frankie's Sips & Savories

$$$$

Mediterranean

Central Business District

4.8

70 reviews

Very nice place with delicious food and drinks. I definitely recommend.

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Truva Turkish Kitchen

$$$$

Turkish

Madeira

4.7

54 reviews

Fantastic food and service. A must-visit. I cannot wait to go back.

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BrightSide-Cleveland

$$$$

American

Ohio City

4.3

28 reviews

We were seated immediately, our waiter was so great and the food was amazing. Thank you!

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Mitchell's Ocean Club - Easton Town Center

$$$$

Seafood

Easton

4.8

8298 reviews

Our server was amazing super nice and happy. So happy that she made us happier to be there. We got a table outside and the weather was perfect

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The Mecca

$$$$

American

Milwaukee

3.8

406 reviews

The Mecca is like the ultimate sports bar with an enormous theater size screen carrying the featured event of the moment, and high energy music pumping throughout the space. Like a sports bar, you don't really go there for the food, so don't expect incredibly executed deliciousness on every plate. The food is pretty standard pub fare of the deep-fried, high-calorie variety. The drink selection offers a range of local craft and national name-brand beers, wine and quick-prep or ready-made cocktails. They do offer four different kid's plates, which was nice. All-in-all, a really good spot in the Deer District to get pumped up for a Bucks game at Fiserv Forum, and possibly to go to view a big event on the giant screen with a whole bunch of other fans.

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