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Nestled in Chicago's vibrant Lincoln Square neighborhood, Tiba Restaurant offers an enticing journey through Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. This unpretentious eatery delights diners with fresh, flavor-packed dishes crafted from wholesome ingredients, perfect for foodies seeking authentic tastes and healthy options.
Starters
Begin your meal with a selection of classic Middle Eastern starters, each bursting with vibrant flavors and crafted with care. The creamy hummus blends chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, and lemon juice with a delicate balance of spices. For a smoky twist, try the baba ghanoush featuring grilled eggplant combined with tahini and zesty lemon.
- Fava Bean Salad: Tender fava beans tossed with garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and a special blend of spices for a refreshing starter.
- Tabbouleh Salad: A refreshing mix of parsley, cracked wheat, tomatoes, lemon juice, and olive oil that’s light and invigorating.
- Falafel: Crispy golden patties made from ground chickpeas, fresh herbs, and aromatic spices, perfect for vegetarians.
Main courses
Tiba Restaurant’s mains are a celebration of robust Middle Eastern flavors, featuring meats marinated and grilled to perfection, paired with vibrant sides to satisfy any appetite.
- Chicken Shawarma: Succulent chicken seasoned with house spices, served alongside yellow and spicy rice, crispy fries, fresh salad, creamy spreads, flavorful sauces, and warm pita bread.
- Beef Shawarma: Tender beef marinated in aromatic spices, paired with a colorful array of sides including rice, fries, salad, and freshly baked pita.
- Kefta Kabob: A savory blend of ground beef and lamb with onions and peppers, grilled and served with rice, fries, salad, sauces, and pita bread.
- Chicken Kabob: Marinated and grilled chicken served with the classic accompaniments of yellow and spicy rice, fries, salad, spreads, sauces, and pita bread.
- Steak Kabob: Juicy marinated steak grilled to perfection, accompanied by fragrant rice varieties, fries, salad, and a medley of sauces and spreads with pita bread.
- Combination Plate: A generous platter featuring an assortment of kifta kabob, chicken kabob, steak kabob, steak shawarma, and chicken shawarma served with rice, fries, salad, spreads, sauces, and pita — a perfect choice for sharing or indulging.
Desserts
Complete your meal with a taste of sweetness inspired by traditional Middle Eastern pastries. The baklava is a standout dessert, featuring layers of flaky phyllo dough, crunchy nuts, and a drizzle of honey that delivers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.
