Alhambra Palace Restaurant

3.5

696 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Welcome to the magical world of Alhambra Palace Restaurant, a feast for the eyes as well as the palate with one-of-a-kind Middle Eastern, North African, cabaret-style cuisine. Alhambra - Arabic for the color red - consists of seven exquisite rooms, including VIP areas and banquet halls. Alhambra is the perfect venue for everything from happy hour to a romantic date or a fun-filled night out with friends. Here, live music, entertainment, belly dancing and dining are meant to happen in grand fashion.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Moroccan, Middle Eastern
Hours of Operation
Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–2:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 666-9555
Website
http://www.alhambrapalacechicago.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Laid
Private party facilities
Alhambra Palace Restaurant offers multiple options for private party rooms - starting with our grand Alhambra Room that holds up to 700 people and includes a stage; Alhambra Balcony which seats 250-300 people; Marrakash Room with exquisite North African ambiance and its own private bar and dance floor, which accommodates up to 200 people; Babylon Room, a gorgeous Middle Eastern inspired dining area which seats 130 people; and two exotic semi-private VIP rooms that hold 30-50 people each.

Location
1240 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Area
West Loop
Cross Street
Randolph and Racine
Parking details
The valet services are 20$. Metered street parking available.
Entertainment
Belly Dancing, live entertainment, and birthday celebrations every Friday and Saturday night. Enjoy dinner and a show!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

HummusUSD 11.00
The classic chickpea puree with tahini, lemon juice and EVO
Baba GhanoushUSD 11.00
classic dip, roasted eggplants, mixed with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and secret seasonings
FalafelUSD 11.00
Seasoned ground chickpeas, onions, garlic, parsley and cilantro
Lamb Meat BallsUSD 13.00
Tomato sauce and ricotta cheese

Salads & Soup

FattoushUSD 12.00
Romaine lettuce, pita chips, tomato, onion, cucumber, radish, sumac, green and red pepper, mint with citrus dressing
Lentil SoupUSD 8.00
Soup of the Day

Entrees

Moroccan Eggplant TagineUSD 23.00
Served with tomato sauce, peas and carrots
Shrimp RisottoUSD 29.00
Pan seared shrimp over saffrom risotto
Chicken ShawarmaUSD 26.00
Topped with onions and sumac served with basmati rice and tahini sauce
Grilled Lamb ChopsUSD 34.00
With youkan gold roasted potatoes, eggplant, grilled asparagus, feta cheese, oregano and lemon
Your Choice of Kabob
Served with basmati rice and grilled vegetables
- Kefta KabobUSD 26.00
- Filet KabobUSD 29.00
- Chicken KabobUSD 25.00

Family Style Platters

Alhambra Platter
Chicken kabob, beef kabob, chicken shawarma, kefta kabob and grilled vegetables served with basmati rice
- Serves 2USD 60.00
Royal Platter
Shrimp, lamb chops, chicken kabob, beef kabob, chicken shawarma, kefta kabob and grilled vegetables served with basmati rice
- Serves 3USD 120.00

Sides

Grilled VegetablesUSD 9.00

Desserts

Stawberry CheesecakeUSD 9.00
BaklavaUSD 9.00
TiramisuUSD 9.00

Signature Cocktails

$18

Alhambra Paradise
Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Bailey's, & Coconut Milk
Alhambra Sunrise
Patron Tequila, Grapefruit Juice, Orange Juice & Grenadine
Moroccan Ice Tea
Effen Cucumber Vodka, Simple Syrup, Mint, Lime and Club Soda
Moroccopolitan
Tito's vodka, Pomegranate Liquor, Agave Nectar, Fresh Lemon Juice & Cayenne Pepper
Honey Jack Manhatten
Jack Daniel's Honey, Solerno Blood Orange Liquor, Sweet Vermouth & Orange Bitters
Lavender Collins
Hendrick's Gin, Fresh Lemon Juice, Lavender Simple Syrup, Lemonae & Club Soda
Martinis, Margaritas and Mojitos!
And most classic cocktails. Please ask your server

Drinks

Beer

Goose Island 312
- BottleUSD 8.00
Goose Island Green Line
- BottleUSD 8.00
Bell's Two Hearted
- BottleUSD 8.00
Bell's Expedition Stout
- BottleUSD 8.00
Alhambra Reserva 1925
- BottleUSD 8.00
Allagash White
- BottleUSD 8.00
Krombacher Pils
- BottleUSD 8.00
El Sully
- BottleUSD 8.00
Stella
- BottleUSD 8.00
Lagunitas lil Sumpin
- BottleUSD 8.00
Budweiser
- BottleUSD 7.00
Bud Light
- BottleUSD 7.00
Michelob Ultra
- BottleUSD 7.00

Vodka

Absolut
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Ciroq
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Tito's
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Ketle One
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Grey Goose
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Belvedere
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 260.00

Gin

Empress
- GlassUSD 14.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Hendricks
- GlassUSD 16.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Beefeater
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Tangueray
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Bombay Sapphire
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 200.00

Tequila

Jose Cuervo
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 185.00
Patron Silver
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Patron Anjeo
- GlassUSD 17.00
- BottleUSD 260.00
Patron Café
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Patron Represado
- GlassUSD 17.00
- BottleUSD 260.00
Don Julio
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Don Julio 1942
- GlassUSD 40.00
- BottleUSD 400.00

Rum

Bacardi Silver
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Captain Morgan
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Myers
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Malibu
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 175.00

Whiskey

Jim Beam
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 175.00
Jack Daniel's
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Jack Daniel's Honey
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Maker's Mark
- GlassUSD 17.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Crown Royal
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Woodford Reserve
- GlassUSD 17.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Basil Hayden
- GlassUSD 14.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Jameson
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Bulleit
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Bulleit Rye
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Fireball
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 175.00
Canadian Club
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 200.00

Scotch

Chivas Regal
- GlassUSD 16.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Dewer's White Label
- GlassUSD 14.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Johnnie Walker Black Label
- GlassUSD 16.00
- BottleUSD 250.00
Johnnie Walker Red Label
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 200.00
Johnnie Walker Blue Label
- GlassUSD 50.00
- BottleUSD 700.00
Glenlivet 12
- GlassUSD 18.00
- BottleUSD 270.00
Glenlivet 15
- GlassUSD 21.00
- BottleUSD 280.00
Macallan 12
- GlassUSD 20.00
- BottleUSD 270.00
Macallan 18
- GlassUSD 26.00
- BottleUSD 300.00
Glenfiddich 12
- GlassUSD 18.00
- BottleUSD 280.00

Cognac

Remy Martin V.S.O.P
- GlassUSD 18.00
- BottleUSD 260.00
Hennessey
- GlassUSD 18.00
- BottleUSD 260.00
Courvoisier
- GlassUSD 16.00
- BottleUSD 200.00

Wines

Champagne and Sparkling

Villa Sand Il Fresco Prosecco
- SplitUSD 12.00
Tattinger Brut La Francaise Champagne
- Bottle (375ml)USD 30.00
Pieper Heidsiek Brut Cuvee Champagne
- BottleUSD 98.00
Lucien Albrecht Cremant d'Alace Brut
- BottleUSD 75.00
Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut
- BottleUSD 185.00
Moet & Chandon Nectar Imperial
- BottleUSD 200.00
Dom Perignon Brut
- BottleUSD 325.00
Clicquot Yellow Label
- BottleUSD 185.00

White

Crisp and Clean

Jacques Dumont Sancerre, Loire Valley, France
- BottleUSD 71.00
Albert Bichot Chablis Depaquit, Burgundy, France
- BottleUSD 78.00
Louis Jadot Bourgogne Blanc Chardonnay, Burgundy, France
- BottleUSD 52.00
Jermann Pinot Grigio, Friuli, Venezia, Giulia, Italy
- BottleUSD 64.00
Bollini Pinot Grigio, Trentino, Alto Adige, Spain
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 45.00
Laurenz V Singing Gewurtztraminer, Niederosterreich, Austria
- BottleUSD 55.00
Martin Codax Albarino, Rias Baixas, Spain
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 48.00
Luicien Albrecht Riesling, Alsace, France
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 55.00

Medium-Bodied

Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
- BottleUSD 80.00
Decoy Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County, California USA
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 60.00
Pieropan Soave, Veneto, Italy
- BottleUSD 50.00
Gundlach Bundschu Gewurtztraminer, Sonoma Coast, California USA
- BottleUSD 80.00
El Tuerto Blanco Tempranillo, Rioja Alta, Spain
- BottleUSD 95.00
Tornatore Etna Bianco, Sicily, Italy
- BottleUSD 80.00

Rich and Full

Orin Swift Blank Stare Sauvignon Blanc, Russian River, California USA
- BottleUSD 100.00
Cakebread Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California USA
- BottleUSD 120.00
Stags Leap Chardonnay, Sonoma County, California USA
- BottleUSD 80.00
Storypoint Chardonnay, California, USA
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 55.00

Rose

Acrobat Rose of Pinot Noir, Oregon USA
- GlassUSD 9.00
- BottleUSD 45.00
La Ferme Rouge Rose, Zaer Region, Morocco
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 55.00

Red

Light

Four Graces Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon USA
- BottleUSD 85.00
Hess Shirtail Pinot Noir, Central Coast, California USA
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 60.00
Paul & Remy Tempranillo, Aragon, Spain
- BottleUSD 60.00

Medium

Chateau La Nerthe Cotes du Rhone, Rhone Valley, France
- BottleUSD 75.00
Chateau Allegret Bordeaux Red Blend, Bordeaux, France
- BottleUSD 65.00
Donnafugata Sherazade Nero d'Avola, Sicily, Italy
- BottleUSD 65.00
Argiano Non Confunditur Super Tuscan, Tuscany, Italy
- BottleUSD 70.00
Andre Brunel Cotes du Rhone, Rhone Valley, France
- GlassUSD 10.00
- BottleUSD 50.00
Ricasoli Chianti Classico Reserva, Tuscany, Italy
- BottleUSD 90.00
Alhambra Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
- GlassUSD 14.00
- BottleUSD 70.00
Montes Alpha Malbec, Rapel Valley, Chile
- BottleUSD 70.00
La Ferme Rouge, Zaer Region, Morocco
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 55.00

Full Bodied

Stags Leap Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California USA
- BottleUSD 150.00
Uppercut Cabernet Sauvignon, California USA
- GlassUSD 9.00
- BottleUSD 45.00
Roth Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, California, USA
- BottleUSD 80.00
Duckhorn Merlot, Napa Valley, California USA
- BottleUSD 108.00
Hess Lion Tamer Red Blend, Napa Valley, California USA
- BottleUSD 116.00
Vall Llach Embruix Priorat Blend, Priorat, Spain
- BottleUSD 95.00
Orin Swift Abstract GSM Blend, California USA
- BottleUSD 108.00
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre Veronese, Veneto, Italy
- BottleUSD 70.00
St. Francis, Zinfandel Sonoma County, California, USA
- BottleUSD 80.00

What 696 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.5

3.5 based on recent ratings

3.8Food
3.1Service
3.7Ambience
3.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Alhambra Palace Restaurant dazzles with its "amazing ambiance" and "outstanding performances," creating an exceptional dining experience. While some patrons note slow service, the vibrant shows and "delicious food" consistently receive praise. Ideal for celebrations, it offers a unique blend of dining and entertainment that keeps guests returning.

696 Reviews

B
Berrell
Chicago1 review
2.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Cold like very cold at the table. Had to go to the bar to get some drinks. Entertainment was 10 but service was bad. Place was packed so don’t think it could be helped
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marisa VIP
Chicago17 reviews
3.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The service is slow. Food is average at best. Food and drinks are surcharged plus they tack on entertainment fees. I wouldn’t mind paying if the quality and service met the price, but overall the all-around quality was low.
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Ray
New York City2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I’ve been to this restaurant several times and have always had a great experience, which is the only reason I’m not giving a lower rating. Unfortunately, this visit was completely different due to the poor service from our server. She disappeared for long stretches of time, never checked in on us, and at one point was gone for at least 30 minutes—so long that I had to ask the host to track her down so we could pay our bill. Even then, multiple staff members struggled to locate her, and it took another 10-15 minutes before she finally reappeared. This was by far the worst service I’ve experienced, and it was incredibly disappointing. I hope this was an isolated incident, but I’d love to see improvements in service moving forward.
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Betsy
Chicago2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Food was good, love you was freezing and service was bad
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Sam
Chicago2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
This place is nothing near to what it used to be. Nothing authentic about this place other than food and decor.. the entertainment has gone way off the rails. More like an adult chuckie cheese than a middle eastern restaurant with middle eastern entertainment.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best part was how accommodating the staff was for our needs. Certainly the food was good. Will definitely visit again!
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Sandra
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I loved to have a Mediterranean experience. I enjoyed the dancing. Cocktails a little pricey. I will recommend it .
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Would definitely come again. Some prices are a little steep for drinks and appetizers and platters for the amount and quality that you get (we ordered all), but considering all the free entertainment, the overall cost was wonderfully affordable. The food was tasty and enjoyable, but not high end at all. I'm actually shocked there was y a separate ticket cost because the variety show was amazing. Very interactive with the audience and my family had an amazing time. We laughed and enjoyed ourselves greatly. The rooms are beautiful and I love the authentic Moroccan furniture and decor. Alot of art and tons to look at. The set up was very interesting. Every corner looked intimate, unique, and vintage.
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Jenn
Cincinnati8 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The experience was great. We enjoyed the food and the variety show. It was our first time at a place like this and we could have used a little guidance from the server but she was slammed and not super available. I'd definitely go back though!
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Jonathan
San Francisco1 review
1.0
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
By far the worst restaurant I’ve ever been to. The food was terrible, and we had to switch tables because the first room they sat us in was so cold I could see my breath. Not a joke.
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FAQs

Alhambra Palace Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Alhambra Palace Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 666-9555.

Alhambra Palace Restaurant is rated 3.5 stars by 696 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Alhambra Palace Restaurant

1240 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

Cross Street
Randolph and Racine
Area
West Loop
Hours of Operation
Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–2:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Moroccan, Middle Eastern
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
The valet services are 20$. Metered street parking available.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Laid
Entertainment
Belly Dancing, live entertainment, and birthday celebrations every Friday and Saturday night. Enjoy dinner and a show!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.alhambrapalacechicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 666-9555
Private party facilities
Alhambra Palace Restaurant offers multiple options for private party rooms - starting with our grand Alhambra Room that holds up to 700 people and includes a stage; Alhambra Balcony which seats 250-300 people; Marrakash Room with exquisite North African ambiance and its own private bar and dance floor, which accommodates up to 200 people; Babylon Room, a gorgeous Middle Eastern inspired dining area which seats 130 people; and two exotic semi-private VIP rooms that hold 30-50 people each.

Alhambra Palace Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

HummusUSD 11.00

Baba GhanoushUSD 11.00

FalafelUSD 11.00

Lamb Meat BallsUSD 13.00

Salads & Soup

FattoushUSD 12.00

Lentil SoupUSD 8.00

Soup of the Day

Entrees

Moroccan Eggplant TagineUSD 23.00

Shrimp RisottoUSD 29.00

Chicken ShawarmaUSD 26.00

Grilled Lamb ChopsUSD 34.00

Your Choice of Kabob

Family Style Platters

Alhambra Platter

Royal Platter

Sides

Grilled VegetablesUSD 9.00

Desserts

Stawberry CheesecakeUSD 9.00

BaklavaUSD 9.00

TiramisuUSD 9.00

Signature Cocktails

Alhambra Paradise

Alhambra Sunrise

Moroccan Ice Tea

Moroccopolitan

Honey Jack Manhatten

Lavender Collins

Martinis, Margaritas and Mojitos!

Drinks

Beer

Goose Island 312

Goose Island Green Line

Bell's Two Hearted

Bell's Expedition Stout

Alhambra Reserva 1925

Allagash White

Krombacher Pils

El Sully

Stella

Lagunitas lil Sumpin

Budweiser

Bud Light

Michelob Ultra

Vodka

Absolut

Ciroq

Tito's

Ketle One

Grey Goose

Belvedere

Gin

Empress

Hendricks

Beefeater

Tangueray

Bombay Sapphire

Tequila

Jose Cuervo

Patron Silver

Patron Anjeo

Patron Café

Patron Represado

Don Julio

Don Julio 1942

Rum

Bacardi Silver

Captain Morgan

Myers

Malibu

Whiskey

Jim Beam

Jack Daniel's