Opening hours
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Typical hours for Mediterranean restaurants in Chicago
Most Mediterranean restaurants in Chicago open around 11:00 AM and close around 10:00 PM on weekdays; 74% are open on Sundays and 63% stay open until 10 PM or later.
Based on 19 similar places in our guide.
Location & directions
500 West Madison StreetChicago, IL 60661
About Benj Yehuda
Located at 500 West Madison Street in Chicago, Illinois, Benj Yehuda is a Mediterranean restaurant. It's part of our guide to 5,398 restaurants, cafes and bars in Chicago.
On the menu: middle eastern.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Quick facts
- Category
- Mediterranean Restaurant · Middle Eastern
- Address
- 500 West Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60661
- Listing updated
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Popular times (typical for Mediterranean restaurants)
Mediterranean restaurants are usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns and the usual opening hours of Mediterranean restaurants in Chicago.
Typical prices for Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois
Based on 17 menus with 803 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.99 and $24.00.
We don’t have Benj Yehuda’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hummus | 59% | $6.99 |
| Falafel | 47% | $4.25 |
| Baklava | 41% | $3.75 |
| Fries | 35% | $3.99 |
| Garlic Sauce | 35% | $1.00 |
| Baba Ghanouj | 29% | $6.99 |
| Lentil Soup | 29% | $4.20 |
| Rice | 29% | $4.00 |
Calculated from 17 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Cash
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Benj Yehuda there are 278 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 916 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (136), Bars & Pubs (118), Sandwiches & Delis (78), and Bakeries & Desserts (71).
Competition is strong: 18 other Mediterranean restaurants are within a mile and 26 within three miles. The closest is IDOF - I Dream of Falafel, 0.2 mi away.
295 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- ChinesePanda Express< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsCinnabon< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeStarbucks< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisHalsted Street Deli< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsMadison Tavern< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a Mediterranean restaurant
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants serve the cooking of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Persia, Morocco and their neighbors. Expect grilled meats and kebabs, falafel, hummus and other dips, fresh salads, rice dishes and plenty of bread – often baked in house.
What to order
- Gyro or shawarma – spit-roasted meat in a pita or on a plate
- Falafel – a crisp chickpea fritter and a vegetarian staple
- Hummus and baba ghanoush – classic dips for the table
- Kebabs – chicken, lamb or kofta from the grill
Good to know
- Mezze platters are an economical way for groups to try many dishes.
- Much of the menu is naturally vegetarian or easy to adapt.
- Ask whether the pita is baked in house – it makes a difference.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Benj Yehuda located?
Benj Yehuda is located at 500 West Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60661.
Is Benj Yehuda wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible.
What else is near Benj Yehuda?
There are 916 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Benj Yehuda. Nearby options include Panda Express (< 0.1 mi), Cinnabon (< 0.1 mi), and Starbucks (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other Mediterranean restaurants near Benj Yehuda?
18 other Mediterranean restaurants within a mile. The closest is IDOF - I Dream of Falafel, 0.2 mi away.
How much do Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 17 menus with 803 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.99 and $24.00.
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