Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen, located in Chicago, IL, is an experience you don't want to miss. From their humble lentil soup to the flavorful Sudki hummus, every dish is crafted with care and tradition in mind. The Chicken Shawarma Plate and Falafel Wrap are customer favorites, offering a taste of Middle Eastern cuisine that is truly unforgettable. The Arab Swag Tacos and Harissa Glazed Wings bring a unique twist to classic dishes, showcasing the restaurant's creativity and passion for food. The reviews speak for themselves, praising the fresh ingredients, friendly staff, and overall dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen has something for everyone. Dine in or take out, the choice is yours, but one thing is certain - you'll be coming back for more.
Starters
Humble Lentil Soup
Humble lentils, cooked low and slow with onions, bell peppers, cilantro.
Sudki Hummus
Sudki's Signature chickpea spread topped with pine nuts, extra virgin olive oil, sumac, & parsley.
Shepherds Salad
Spring mix tossed in a honey vinaigrette. Topped with goat cheese, corn, dates, pecans & grape tomatoes
Crispy Falafel
Chickpea Fritters served with nutty dried-chili salsa, creamy dill dressing, & mixed greens.
Chicken Shawarma Plate
6oz Chicken Shawarma served with herb-basmati rice, roasted veggies, garlic sauce, and a thin flatbread.
Falafel Plate
5 pieces of our crispy falafel served with grilled veggies, herb basmati rice, creamy dill sauce, and a thin flatbread.
Chicken Shawarma Wrap
Chicken shawarma with harissa-tahini, whipped garlic sauce, sliced tomatoes, & cucumbers. Now served with our golden french fries!
Falafel Wrap
Our stellar falafel with mango chutney, sliced tomatoes, garlic sauce, cucumbers, & spicy harissa tahini sauce. Now served with our golden french fries!
The Classics
The Funkies
Arab Swag Tacos
3 buttered n' toasted corn tortilla chicken shawarma tacos. Served with home-made herb basmati rice, harissa hot sauce & lime wedges. Toppings: Nutty chili salsa, Sumac Pico de Gallo, Roasted Jalapeo Corn Salsa, and Spicy Tahini.
Barbacoa Tacos
Slow cooked lamb and beef barbacoa, seasoned beautifully & prepared in-house by a 30 year cedars cook. Served with Sumac pico de Gallo, spicy tahini & nutty chili salsa. Served on 3 buttered and toasted corn tortillas, with a side of fresh herb basmati rice.
6pc Harissa Glazed Wings
Crispy chicken wings tossed in a sweet & spicy harissa sauce, topped with our signature harissa tahini and garlic sauces. Served with our golden french fries & lime wedges.
8pc Harissa Glazed Wings
Crispy chicken wings tossed in a sweet & spicy harissa sauce, topped with our signature harissa tahini and garlic sauces. Served with our golden french fries & lime wedges.
15pc Piece Harissa Wings
20pc Piece Harissa Wings
Birria Tacos
3 corn tortillas dipped in consome and toasted with chihuahua cheese and our signature lamb and beef barbacoa. Served with a side of Sumac Pico de Gallo and Herb-Basmati Rice, and lime wedges. Option to pair it with our savory consome for dipping.
Popeyes Aint Shtt Tacos
3 Harissa dipped Fried Chicken Tacos on buttered and toasted corn tortillas. Topped with Sumac Pico de Gallo, and a Whipped Garlic Sauce. Served with Herb-Basmati Rice and lime wedges.
She Got Game Tacos
3 Fried Chicken tacos on buttered and toasted Flour Tortillas. Topped with pickled red cabbage, sumac onions, and a Harissa Mayo. Served with Herb-Basmati Rice, and lime wedges.
Harissa Fried Fish Tacos
3 Fried Battered Cod tacos on buttered and toasted cornTortillas. Topped with sumac Pico de Gallo, and a Harissa Sour Cream. Served with Herb-Basmati Rice, and lime wedges.
Chicken Shawarma Taco Bowl
10" Flour Tortilla Fried and shaped into a bowl filled with Herb-Basmati Rice, Chicken Shawarma. Topped with Sumac Cucumber Tomato, Whipped Garlic Sauce, Harissa-Tahini and garnished with Chopped Parsley.
Crispy Potatoes
Slammin' Salmon
Musakhan
Palestines National Dish! Tender chicken legs & thighs (bone-in) marinated in an aromatic blend of sumac, olive oil, garlic, ground coriander, and salt. It is then brought to life by onions caramelized with sumac and olive oil, finally topped with crunchy nuts. Dazzle your taste buds & warm-your-heart with this juicy Middle Eastern chicken meal!
Lamb Kabob Plate
Egyptian Lentil Soup
Tomato based, whole green lentil soup with a kick. Made with carrot, celery, onion, and jalapeo.
Specials
Desserts
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Crispy outside, soft inside. Nut-Free chocolate chip cookie.
Honey Glazed Baklava
Crushed walnuts & cinnamon rolled in filo dough squares, with a glaze of honey throughout. Topped with Crushed Pistachios
Peachy Sweet Tea
Home-Brewed peach flavored, sweetened black tea. Served on ice.
Lemonade
Homemade Traditional Lemonade. Served with ice.