Cedar Palace

"This will definitely be a frequented spot going forward! The food did not disappoint… they have Lebanese/Syrian cuisine and the family-owned aspect added a special touch. For just having moved to Chicago, I wanted to find a restaurant that reminded me of home and Cedar Palace did just that. All of the food is amazing and greatly portioned, along with the owners son being incredibly welcoming and charismatic. The photos speak for themselves- we also got beef and chicken shawarma sandwiches (not pictured)."

"10 stars easily! Beautiful intimate ambiance, fresh flavorful food and one very dedicated thoughtful owner! You can taste the integrity of real ingredients, recipes passed down generations and authentic flavor in every single bit! The lentil soup is a must, and try the combination dinner to experiences a good sampling of their menu. Then ending with dessert is a must! Definitely have a new regular spot and we’re excited to try their breakfast!!"

"Great service and tasty food! This BYOB spot is casual with great authentic Lebanese cuisine. The lentil soup is so flavorful yet simple and made me feel warm. Already thinking about the next time I’d get to go here. I want to try their baklava so bad!"

"When I saw this place was rated 4.9 stars I couldn’t believe it, so I had to try. Turns out they were wrong, this place deserves 10 stars out of 5!! Absolutely incredible! The food was delicious *chefs kiss*, the shawarma (chicken and beef) both cooked to perfection. Rich of flavour, and very authentic Middle Eastern type cooking! The service was phenomenal, huge thanks to Ankito who is probably the nicest server ever, and not mention the atmosphere and decor of the place was really well thought of. I am definitely coming back here and I cannot wait. Highly recommend!"

"I recently dined here and I must say, it was an exceptional experience. The food was truly amazing, and I was particularly impressed by the flavorful meats. The owner proudly mentioned their ranking among the top 100 Mediterranean restaurants in the Midwest, and I wholeheartedly agree that they deserve such recognition. In my opinion, Cedar Place Restaurant is the best Mediterranean restaurant I've tried so far in the Midwest. The delicious flavors and welcoming atmosphere made it a memorable dining experience. Will be back soon for their garlic sauce! Bring cash to avoid the 3.5% credit card fee. Limited Street parking."