I came in here and I had one of the best times of my life. I’ve never had food from Yemen. YEMENI FOOD IS AMAZING!! This is an extremely new and local mom and pop place. I love places like this. You can tell everything is homemade. The person working there suggested what I should eat. Lamb mandi. He gave me different types of lamb to try. It comes with different sides like lemons, onions, caramelized crispy onions. The portions were HUGE! The lamb fell off the bone. It was SOOOOOOOOOOO GOOD. Also got a yogurt and cucumber salad/ sauce and a Yemeni tea. Everything was absolutely delicious. Also, I was told I could eat with my hands. In my culture we also eat with our hands. I sat by myself and just ate (half with my hands and half with utensils). Just sat in silence and ate. It was pure unadulterated bliss. I even got to speak to the owner who was telling me that he owned a huge restaurant in Yemen, and this is the same food. He made everything himself. This food was phenomenal and a treat to my taste buds. Looking forward to my leftovers. Can’t wait to go back here!

الاكل طيب والمندي جداً جميل صراحه والشاي العدني بعد جميل شكراً لكم على اجمل وأطيب اكل I recently dined at an exquisite restaurant that left me utterly delighted and craving for more. From the moment I stepped in, the ambiance captivated my senses with its elegant decor and soft, ambient lighting. The menu, a culinary masterpiece, offered an array of delectable options that catered to every palate. I started with the chef's special appetizer, a symphony of flavors that danced on my taste buds, setting the tone for an extraordinary dining experience. The main course was a work of art, expertly prepared and bursting with freshness. Each dish was a harmonious blend of ingredients, showcasing the chef's creative genius.

A restaurant that deserves one hundred star, not Five stars. Nice treatment, delicious food, and respect. If you want to taste Yemeni food in its original form, I advise you to go to AL-Diar restaurant.

Al-Diar Restaurant is a new addition to the neighborhood serving incredible Yemeni cuisine in Chicago. While seating may be a bit limited, the food is undeniably delicious and heartwarming. We had Chicken Mandi and Lamb Haneeth during our visit - the Chicken Mandi offered a fantastic charred flavor, while the Lamb Haneeth was incredibly tender, practically melting off the bone. Both dishes were served generously over seasoned rice. The house soup, delivered at the meal’s start, was hearty with a delightful kick of spice. Overall, it was a fulfilling meal and we are excited to return for more.

One of the best restaurants that serves delicious, clean and fresh Arabic food on a daily basis. The restaurant staff is very nice and friendly staff. I highly recommend it.

The Mandi Chicken is phenomenal. My only advice that it needs Lamb Broth مرگ or something of that sort to add to the rice. But otherwise it's pretty good.

This is by far the best Yemeni restaurant and the best Chicago restaurant in general , the rice was the best i ever had , by far i never came across a better restaurant from any cuisine not to mention the rice and sauces were absolutely phenomenal, making it my everyday go to restaurant from now on, highly recommended. Wonderful staff too.

Probably the most authentic Yemeni food you'll come across in Chicago. Beef Mandi is one of the best I've had, highly recommend.

Wow... Finally I found an authentic Yemeni 🇾🇪 restaurant in Chicago. The food have an exceptional taste you can only find in Yemen. We had the mendi chicken and the haneeth lamb. The meat falls off the bones... A must try for those who love ❤️ 😍 Yemeni dishes.

I don’t know from what I should start with The food is unbelievable outstanding delicious amazing the lamb Mandi and Haneed is wow the meat so soft and tender the rice full of flavours they have chicken too and sweets all traditional Yemeni food and many items but if you want to get the chance to taste it I recommend to call for reservations not for tables it’s for the food because it’s run out so quickly they open at 10 clock morning till 10 pm and weekend till 11 pm they have breakfast too regarding the staff so kind and generous and polite the owner he is friendly and gentle man whatever you like you can ask they are always ready for service one more thing don’t forget to order ADANI tea it’s the top tea you can’t find it in Chicago only in al-Diar restaurant Have a great meals 😊👍😎

Masha-Allah, one of the best Yemeni foods I've tasted in the USA. Reminded me of original Yemeni food. Clean and fresh food, great customer service with lovely staff. I definitely recommend this place if you want to try the original flavors of yemeni food.

You’ll eat the Best lamb meat and Yameni dish in town. Absolutely delightful. The owner is amazing and super friendly. Thank you for all the delicious food.

The service here is warm and hospitable, reflective of the staffs generosity. Who are also eager to share their knowledge of the cuisine, and a menu that offers an impressive variation of Yemeni specialties, mainly and undoubtedly the perfectly seasoned and slow-cooked lamb Mandi dish served over basmati rice, with a side of homemade Yemeni salsa (shatni), adding a delightful taste. Been here over 4 times yet I’m still as amazed of how good it is as my first time.

We got the chicken haneeth and lamb Mandi. Everything was amazing. & The owner is very kind. Try the masoub, it’s a warm dessert with dates. It was delicious and the perfect thing on a cold winter day.

The best authentic Yemeni cuisine I’ve ever had in Chicago, The rice was a standout, bursting with delicious flavors. The staff went above and beyond with their exceptional service, making my dining experience truly memorable. A gem worth revisiting! The owner was so generous and complemented us with Karak tea on our way out as well, my go-to restaurant for middle eastern food from now on.