This place was great ! We were visiting from out of town and our waiter and possibly the owner? Was extremely attentive and nice, he even gave us baklava on the house for dessert and to go. We enjoyed our food. I personally never tried Mediterranean food before and was happy I did and the prices were reasonable so if you are looking for something different I’d definitely give this place a try.

WOW! I can not express how amazing the food is here. I don't think any amount of words can express how much every ingredient is used compliments each other. I currently live in SC and we have a wonderful Mediterranean restaurant there. Coming to this restaurant, I have to admit, I did not expect much. Honestly didn't think it would be any good, but I'm telling you, you must try this place!

This place is a hidden gold mine. The atmosphere is inviting, it makes you want to visit just to be there. The staff is super friendly and very attentive. It is veteran owned, so it pays tribute to our heros. The food which is most important is excellent. You have to visit this place.

This place is downright addictive!!! Not only is the food amazing, but the owners are seriously some of the best people I've ever met .... just the cheerful, fun personality she has every time we are there is enough reason ALONE to give these guys our business! The are 35 minutes one way from where we live, but it's worth it every single time! This time, I went and got food to go and took it home and it was STILL amazing ... it's even better fresh when you dine in. I got Chicken Shwarma and Falafel ... Side note ... I NEVER liked Baklava ... at all ... until I tried it at Papa Marcos ... hands down THE BEST.

This is close to where I work . I saw great reviews about this place so thought of trying . The place from outside seems like a regular shop but inside it is beautiful. They have nice ceilings. I ordered the chicken shawarma lunch special .while checking the menu i also saw biryani for lunch special . Biryani is something that i have eaten all my life so was curious how it would be here and ordered that as well to go . The chicken shawarma lunch special was excellent . Rice was very flavourful. The biryani was just not what I expected . Lot of chicken and very less rice plus it didn't tasted like a biryani .it was more of a fried rice . I will still go to this place to get the regular shawarma any day .

Adorable little ma and pa restaurant with GREAT food! I ordered carryout because I'd never heard of this place, but I'd definitely come back and dine in. I had the chicken and gyro lunch special. It was enough food for lunch and dinner later, and it was perfect on a cold day. I also ordered fries (because i'm a fiend for em) and dolmades. Both sides were great. I love their rice! Just subtle lemon flavor and moist and delicious! And the lady and checkout and THE sweetest and most personable ever, and if you're nice to her, maybe she'll give ya a free piece of THE BEST BAKLAVA EVER!

Delicious lunch! Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Large serving which will last several meals. Several plates of baklava were brought to our table as well.

Owners are always friendly and go out of their way to make sure you have a great meal, every time. Food is delicious, everything from the kafta to the chickpea salad. Try a combo plate, you won't be disappointed!

Wonderful family restaurant with great selection of Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food. We came on Friday early evening and it was very busy but we were able to get a booth in the nicely decorated Abbs very clean dining area. We received prompt friendly service from the proprietor. We had the lamb shawwerma plate and chicken kebab plate with Lebanese bread and baklava. The food was fantastic! Best Mediterranean food we've had in a long time. The portion size was perfect, we were full! Highly recommend if you are driving to/from Chicago/Wisconsin.

I was craving something fresh and light, and this place hit the spot. Its a lovely quaint and comfy mom and pop restaurant. The service was stellar, and the food was delicious. Also the servings were plentiful! All and all a great place I’d recommend trying! My friend and I actually split our meal as she wasn’t that hungry. We got an appetizer sampler, the chicken shawarma, and gyro wraps!

Wow. This place is an treasure. The best middle eastern food that I've ever had. The best service that I've ever had. The place is very unassuming. In an incredibly low key location... If you are not near here, consider a road trip. It's not to be missed.

We love coming to Papa Marcos! The food is always wonderful and so is the service and people! You will love the baklava, too!

I love the food as much as the service! Everyone was so kind! Everything was tasty! I recommend the chicken beriyani rice, spinach pie, and chicken kabob.

They treat you like royalty here. I had a really great experience, and I would highly recommend trying it out. I had the gyro plate. Good portions and the hummus was awesome.

This place is phenomenal! The food is excellent in every way, from the perfect amount of seasoning to the breadth of flavor and texture throughout. I would buy their hummus by the gallon if I could, along with multiple trays of their baklava. The only thing that outshines their food is the excellent service. The owners go out of their way to make everyone feel like family. My family has folks with different food issues, and they made sure to address all of them. They are friendly, kind, considerate, and all-around amazing people. The ambiance is cozy and, added with the relatively quiet atmosphere, it makes for excellent conversation and quality time. My family and I will definitely be eating there again and again. You'd be crazy not to try this place!

Highly recommend!!!! The hummus alone was worth the 45 minute drive we had to get there!! Very clean restaurant. Food was so fresh and flavorful! One of the entrees we chose was not available - so our waiter brought fresh hummus and bread to make up for it and baklava for dessert. Will definitely make the drive for such incredible food!

No place us more authentic in their food or service... you walk in and immediately feel part of the "family." There are some great new items too. This is not just another Schwarma Place, but a truly home cooked experience. A one of a kind local jewel.

Absolutely loved my dining experience at Papa Marcos! The moment I walked in, I was greeted by the incredibly friendly restaurant workers who made sure my experience was top-notch. Now, onto the food - it was nothing short of delightful. Each dish was rich, tasty, and full of flavor, showcasing the chef's mastery in crafting culinary art. The vibrant ambiance further contributed to a memorable evening. Whether it's a special occasion or just a night out, I highly recommend Papa Marcos for anyone looking to enjoy a perfect blend of delicious food and warm hospitality.

Over an hour from our house, but so worth the drive! Went for a late lunch. 2nd time we've been. Everything we had was great. So flavorful! They are so friendly. Gave us homemade hummus to try and it was lovely. We had lamb, chicken, gyros, falafel, bourak, plates and wraps, and baklava. We'd order it all again.

This place is AMAZING! From the second I walked in with my family, to us paying our tab; we were treated with the best service I’ve ever received. The food is phenomenal and your mouth will be blessed if you come here. The owner personally served my party and we spent a solid 30 minutes talking with him about his story. Highly, highly, highly recommend this place if you’re looking for Mediterranean cuisine.

I ordered the chicken and beef shawarma plate And a 1/4lb burger Both items were great! Please never change the portion size of your burgers. The chicken and beef shawarma , I only have one complaint. The grilled vegetables were more than the meat so maybe you guys could reverse that since I am buying the meat plate and not the veggie plate. Other than that I will be definitely returning. The picture was taken last minute y’all don’t come for me😅

We went for birthday dinner. First time and we really enjoyed. Food excellent. Very friendly service we will definitely come back again. They've been open for 11 years where have I been.

Extremely friendly and caring staff. Recommendation were spot on!! Food was absolutely amazing. Prices were great! Serving sizes were just enough! Accommodating to our large group! Beautiful interior decorations enhanced our cultural experience! 💯 recommended!! Would go there a million times over to eat there again! Sad we don't live closer!!

We had a delicious dinner at this friendly Waukegan restaurant. The service was prompt and personalized.