The BEST
MIDDLE EASTERN Restaurant
in Chicago

The Nile of Hyde Park was founded in 1991 by owner and chef, Abed Moughrabi.  This marked the beginning of a long journey to bring the best in Middle Eastern cuisine to the people of Chicago.  The Nile of Hyde Park is a family owned and operated institution that has been serving the community with a strong emphasis on consistency, quality, value, and sincerity.

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We have an extensive catering and in-house dining menu with a variety of choices for the meat lover, vegetarian, and anyone with a palate for fine dining.   

After 26 years in the Hyde Park community, customers have become family with multiple generations sitting at our tables. It is a sincere pleasure and an honor to serve the familiar and new faces of our guests, young and old, as we continue our culinary journey with Chicago and the Hyde Park community.  In addition to authentic, homemade cuisine, you will find competitive prices and a willing staff dedicated to the needs of their customers. We look forward to many years to come.

From traditional Middle Eastern staples like hummos, falafel, and shawarma, to more unique dishes like our Makloubas, we offer a wide range of delectable options to satisfy your taste buds.