Galit Restaurant

Galit Restaurant Galit Restaurant, located on Lincoln Avenue, is a Middle Eastern restaurant founded by James Beard Award Winner Chef Zachary Engel and Andrés Clavero. The restaurant offers communal tables for walk-ins and an a la carte menu available Tuesday through Thursday. Galit also features unique dishes such as their parsnip cake with Yemen-spiced buttercream and Lamb Kebab el Babor with fava beans, mint, celery root, zhoug and dongo sh*ttakes.
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A kreplach filled with corn and Swiss chard, served with roasted chanterelles and pickled garlic scapes.Finished in a ha...
09/07/2026

A kreplach filled with corn and Swiss chard, served with roasted chanterelles and pickled garlic scapes.

Finished in a hawayej broth, dotted with zhoug and inspired by the iconic flavors of the Yemenite kitchen.

Vegan, gluten-free, & very good.

https://www.galitrestaurant.com/reservations

Chef  is traveling around Croatia with  in October 2027, and you’re invited to join him. Spend eight days sailing the Ad...
08/26/2026

Chef is traveling around Croatia with in October 2027, and you’re invited to join him.

Spend eight days sailing the Adriatic Coast from Dubrovnik to Split, with preparing welcome dinners, cooking demos, live-fire seafood lunches on secluded islands, and his spin on coastal Croatian food.

This luxury yacht holds 30 people, two hot tubs, e-foils, a sauna, and an onboard masseuse. You’ll stop to swim in turquoise coves, enjoy local olive oil tastings, eat traditional Peka at Maha Ranch in Korčula, and explore Diocletian’s Palace.

A week of eating fantastic food, drinking local w**e, and hanging out on the water. Spots are super limited.
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Philly is coming to Chicago.On Monday, August 31, we’re welcoming .evan.snyder of  &  to Galit for one very special nigh...
08/21/2026

Philly is coming to Chicago.

On Monday, August 31, we’re welcoming .evan.snyder of & to Galit for one very special night with Chef .

They’re coming together to collaborate on a four-course dinner featuring favorites from Galit and Emmett, plus a first taste of what’s to come from
Jean, Evan’s forthcoming restaurant.

Your ticket includes a welcome cocktail (with a spirit-free option available), with the Galit W**e Journey available as an optional pairing.

One night only. Monday, August 31.

Limited tickets are available: https://resy.com/cities/chicago-il/venues/galit/events/emmett-galit-collaboration-2026-08-31?date=2026-08-21&seats=2

Clock is ticking on apricot season.Right now we’re serving Mary Mikaela’s Pavlova with honey roasted apricot, brown butt...
08/19/2026

Clock is ticking on apricot season.
Right now we’re serving Mary Mikaela’s Pavlova with honey roasted apricot, brown butter, whipped
sheep’s milk cheese, and fresh za’atar from Seedling Fruit

08/10/2026

Fresh out of the wood-fired oven, the Pita Mic makes its return.

08/06/2026

The one where we give you our super secret super delicious hummus recipe.

07/28/2026

Great Lakes Walleye with skordalia and kombu beurre blanc. Finished tableside with Egyptian molokhia and green garlic.

strawberries, brushed with carob molasses and rolled in nigella seeds. Strawberries made to look more like... Strawberr...
07/25/2026

strawberries, brushed with carob molasses and rolled in nigella seeds.

Strawberries made to look more like... Strawberries.
Paired with our Smoked Turkey Shawarma.

Address

2429 Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL
60614

If using public transport, take the CTA Brown Line to the Western station. From there, take the #49 Western bus going south and get off at Lawrence Ave & Campbell Ave. Walk east on Lawrence until you reach Lincoln Ave, then turn right and continue for a few blocks until you arrive at your destination.

If driving, head north on I-90 towards Chicago and take the Lawrence Ave exit. Turn left onto Lawrence and continue for about 3 miles until you reach Lincoln Ave. Turn right onto Lincoln Ave and look for available street parking or utilize nearby parking garages.

Note: The directions above are provided for general information purposes only. Please double-check these directions with a map or GPS device before starting your journey to ensure accuracy.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 9:30pm
Saturday 5pm - 9:30pm

Telephone

(773) 360-8755

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What people say

Middle Eastern cuisine is known for its bold flavors, aromatic spices, and hearty dishes. Galit Restaurant on Lincoln Avenue in Chicago is a prime example of this culinary tradition. The restaurant is the brainchild of James Beard Award Winner Chef Zachary Engel and Andrés Clavero, who have created a menu that showcases the best of Middle Eastern cuisine.

One of the standout features of Galit Restaurant is their commitment to using fresh, high-quality ingredients. From the hummus to the lamb shawarma, every dish is made with care and attention to detail. The flavors are complex and layered, with each bite revealing new depths of flavor.

The restaurant's Sous Chef AJ Filart is a rising star in the kitchen, known for his hard work and dedication to his craft. His contributions to the menu are evident in dishes like the Yementine, Bulgarian, Israeli pickles which are a must-try.

Galit Restaurant also has a strong commitment to giving back to the community. They recently raised over $40K for Vibrant Emotional Health through their 'Pausing for the Cause' event with Daisies Chicago. Additionally, they showed solidarity with Asian American & Pacific Islander Month by donating $1 per basbousa to Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Chicago throughout May.

Overall, Galit Restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience that celebrates Middle Eastern cuisine while also giving back to the community. It's no wonder why it has become one of Chicago's most popular restaurants.