Galit
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Galit is a Middle Eastern/Mediterranean restaurant in Chicago's Lincoln Park, where chef Zach Engel presents modern Middle Eastern cuisine in a lively, warmly hospitable setting; it earned one MICHELIN star in 2023.

**Galit** is a Middle Eastern/Mediterranean restaurant in Chicago's Lincoln Park (2429 N. Lincoln Ave.), with Zach Engel as chef.[^michelin2025]

## Overview

MICHELIN Guide lists Galit as a Middle Eastern restaurant. The guide describes its lively vibe and warm hospitality; chef Zach Engel presents Middle Eastern cuisine drawn from his personal experience. The official address is 2429 N. Lincoln Ave.[^michelin2025] The guide notes the unassuming exterior gives way to a hot spot full of energy and seductive aromas; the prix-fixe format lets diners make their own selections from a range of options. The beverage program is equally intentional, with esoteric wines from Armenia, Lebanon, Palestine and Israel making beautiful pairings.

## Dishes & Highlights

- Masabacha: chickpea hummus with tahini and a hint of spice
- Lamb kebab el babor with navy beans, lamb bacon, escarole and harissa[^michelin2025]

## Honors

The MICHELIN Guide Chicago 2023 listed Galit as a one-star restaurant, with the official list giving the address as 2429 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, 60614. This records the historical 2023-edition star and does not necessarily reflect the restaurant's current rating.[^guide2023pdf]

## Practical Information

- Address: 2429 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60614
- Hours: Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm, Fri–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm; closed Mon & Sun
- Phone: +1 773-360-8755
- Website: https://www.galitrestaurant.com
- Price: $$$$ (per MICHELIN Guide)

[^michelin2025]: MICHELIN Guide, “Galit,” restaurant page, last reviewed 2025-11-18, https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/illinois/chicago_1174456/restaurant/galit
[^guide2023pdf]: MICHELIN Guide, “MICHELIN Guide 2023 - New York, Chicago and Washington - A new three-MICHELIN-Star restaurant,” linked PDF, pp. 3-5.

Updated: 2026-10-31

Tags:
- MICHELIN Guide https://knowledge.ivjn.us/en/tags/michelin-guide.html

Relations:
- Located in: Chicago https://knowledge.ivjn.us/en/places/il-chicago.html
- Related works: 2023 MICHELIN Guide Chicago Starred Restaurants https://knowledge.ivjn.us/en/works/michelin-guide-chicago-2023-stars.html
- Related works: 2024《米其林指南芝加哥版》星级餐厅名单 https://knowledge.ivjn.us/en/works/michelin-guide-chicago-2024-stars.html
- Related works: 2025《米其林指南芝加哥版》星级餐厅名单 https://knowledge.ivjn.us/en/works/michelin-guide-chicago-2025-stars.html

Listed in rankings:
- 2025《米其林指南芝加哥版》星级餐厅名单 · 2025-11-19 · 一星 · 米其林一星 https://knowledge.ivjn.us/en/works/michelin-guide-chicago-2025-stars.html
- 2024《米其林指南芝加哥版》星级餐厅名单 · 2024-12-09 · 一星 · 米其林一星 https://knowledge.ivjn.us/en/works/michelin-guide-chicago-2024-stars.html
- 2023 MICHELIN Guide Chicago Starred Restaurants · 2023-11-08 · 一星 · 米其林一星 https://knowledge.ivjn.us/en/works/michelin-guide-chicago-2023-stars.html

Sources:
- MICHELIN Guide 2023 - New York, Chicago and Washington - A new three-MICHELIN-Star restaurant https://www.michelin.com/en/publications/products-and-services/michelin-guide-2023-new-york-chicago-and-washington-a-new-three-michelin-star-restaurant linked PDF, pp. 1-2, 8
- Galit official website https://www.galitrestaurant.com/
- MICHELIN Guide: Galit https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/illinois/chicago_1174456/restaurant/galit