Kan Zaman
3.8
- Neighborhood: River North
- 617 N. Wells
- Chicago, IL 60610
- 312-751-9600
This Lebanese spot, once an Andersonville favorite (owners shuttered that location in 2003), has made a River North comeback. The space features table seating as well as Arabic-style booths--floor-level, pillow-stuffed nooks that allow you to kick off your shoes and get comfy. The decor features beaded chandeliers from Lebanon and plenty of Middle Eastern bric a brac, giving the place an simple, homey feel. In addition to Middle Eastern standards like falafel, shwarama and kabobs, you'll find other options such as mdardara, steamed lentil and rice topped with roasted onion, and shish tawook, marinated chicken breast with onion, tomato and green peppers. Belly dancers perform on the weekends.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Wells St. and Ontario St.
- Parking:
- Paid Lot and Street Parking Difficult. Paid Lot: Ontario and Franklin -- 1/2 block north.
- Public Transportation:
-
Red Line Train: Grand stop.
Brown Line Train: Merchandise Mart stop.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes. Ramp available.
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-midnight, Friday; noon-midnight Saturday; 1-10 p.m. Sunday.
- Cuisine:
- Middle Eastern
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. For parties of 3 or more only. The booths are seated on a first-come-first-serve basis.
- Alcohol:
- BYOB and Corkage Fee
- Smoking:
- No
- Dance Style:
- Belly dancer performs Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m.
- Audience:
- Adults / 18+
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Theme. Middle Eastern.
- Live Music:
- No
- Features:
- Catering and Late Night. No children's menu. No buffet.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. No on-site store. Arabic booths rentable; call for details.
- Specialties:
- Lebanese fare; kafta kabab.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Seating :
- Capacity: 85
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"Best in Chicago"
By FBellio from gold coast, May 13, 2009
I went with a group of people for a birthday - BYOB saved $ the Hummus was outstanding - we all split meals and tried everything - the chicken, lam...
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"Deliciousness..."
By jeninthecity from River North, November 2, 2008
We shared hummus as an appetizer - so much better than your average hummus!!! And based on the other reviews I read, I ordered the beef shish kabo...
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"French fries in Falafel Sandwich"
By navsinghal from streeterville, September 20, 2008
We have been looking for a falafel place in downtown. So I thought I would give this place a try. I did carry out for a falafel sandwich and I coul...
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