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Al Bawadi in Bridgeview is a restaurant that is constantly on my mind when the discussion of lunch comes up. It is one of my favorite places to eat in Chicagoland. I dont claim to be an expert on Middle Eastern food, but I know what I like, and I really like what Al Bawadi is doing. Great service, and better food. I love that they grill their meats ove lump charcoal as well. My favorite items in no order are the motawama - a garlic packed potato paste that is incredible. I enjoy the hummus, and babaganouj as well. The grilled meats imho opinion are excellent. I enjoy the beef kabob, always cooked to order, the kafta, and the shwarma.

In an area of the city i have found lacking in food options Al Bawadi really stands tall. Hopefully there is enough of a track record for Al Bawadi to garner GNR status

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http://www.albawadigrill.com

Al Bawadi Grill
7216 W. 87th
Bridgeview, IL.

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I would happily second this nomination. Haven't been there as often as I would like, since it's not that easy to get to. However, have recommended it to many folks...and will continue to do so. Good food. Nice people. Great GNR candidate

thanks for seconding Al Bawadi, I just had lunch there again on Friday, and it was excellent.

I was going to plan a lunch or dinner there but I dont know if I will have time, or if there is enough interest.

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Jim I might be interested in checking the place out--aren't there also middle eastern groceries/bakeries/sweet shops right in that area? Since my family recently moved from an area near Albany Park (and I was at the Pita House bakery quite often) to the south suburbs, I'd be interested in seeing a new option for us that is a heck of a lot closer than driving way up to the north side again. I'm not sure when the deadline is and I am relatively busy in the near future but maybe a quick weekday evening dinner would be doable (if I can talk the family into it).

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I believe so, I think some of the other area spots are highlighted on the thread I referenced. I have only been to AL Bawadi butr plan to explore the area further.

A dinner, or meal would be fun, but I like you am have a schedule that is pretty full for the next few weeks.

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This place is up for renewal of its GNR. Please post your comments here until 10/10/11.

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HI,

For my birthday, this where we celebrated with my family. There was considerable reluctance, especially considering the distance from Highland Park. After a magnificient dinner under a tent, which made all feel like dessert people. My family was thoroughly pleased with my choice.

If people could get over the fact of having a party with no alcohol, there would be an LTH holiday party there.

This is a Great Neighborhood Restaurant, even for those who travel far to be there.

Regards,

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Even though I am related to the owners; yet not close enough to get free meals here , this is no doubt the BEST middle eastern restaurant! I have eaten at many Middle eastern restaurant and none come close to the food, service, hospitality, or even the middle eastern experience. The decor alone sets the standard of being in a middle eastern oasis. The is definitally a Great Neighborhood Restaurant.

So, what'd you all have for dessert?

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A couple of weeks ago, I declared a big victory in the Bridgeview courthouse, no live testimony, video only, and my client was acquitted in less than 30 minutes!

Victory could only mean one thing, lunch at Al Bawadi. Seriously, my friend can't stop ordering (2,please on every visit) the banana milk with berry ripples and I can't leave without the mutwamah, potato and egg white dip loaded with garlic.

The falafel is fantastic. The baba is smoky. The folks are nice, even during Ramadan when they aren't eating food but still serving it.

This is a GNR that should be renewed.

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