Al Bawadi Grill

Middle Eastern restaurant · Bridgeview

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"Al Bawadi is well-loved by the Palestinian, Syrian, and Jordanian community in Bridgeview, largely because the food and decor are reminiscent of home. The interiors are unapologetically Palestinian with the red patterned fabric that decorates the walls and upholstery which draws on Bedouin culture. The look has long been integrated into restaurants and cafes in Palestine and Jordan. Bawadi’s menu, curated by founders Kal Ismail and Khalied Baste, is extensive, with everything from classic mezze like batata harra (spicy potatoes), kibbeh, to kebab. If you get anything grab their chicken or beef shawarma (encased in thin but sturdy shrak bread) and all accompanied with excellent fries and house pickles. Bawadi’s even worth a stop if you just want dessert for its knafa pastries. Outdoor seating is available on the weekends in a tent attached to the building itself. A second location opened in 2019 in north suburban Niles." - N.A. Mansour

A Guide to the Middle Eastern Restaurants in Chicago’s Southwest Suburbs

7216 W 87th St, Bridgeview, IL 60455 Get directions

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