Logan Square · Est. Chicago
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From our oven to your plate: fresh Mediterranean bistro food, house-baked pastries, and pantry essentials from the heart of Chicago.
From our oven to your plate: fresh Mediterranean bistro food, house-baked pastries, and pantry essentials from the heart of Chicago.
Our Story
Bina's Cafe and Mediterranean Bistro was born from a simple conviction: the food of the Mediterranean coast deserves a home in Chicago's Logan Square — not as a trend, but as a tradition.
Every morning, our ovens are fired up before the neighborhood wakes. Flatbreads are stretched by hand, hummus is ground fresh, and the aromatics — za'atar, sumac, toasted cumin — fill the space with something unmistakable. Our market shelves carry the same ingredients we use daily: cold-pressed olive oils, house-marinated olives, spice blends sourced directly from the region.
15+
Years serving Chicago
100%
Fresh, made daily
Local
Sourced & community-first
From the Kitchen
Seasonal, honest, and rooted in the coastal traditions of the Mediterranean — each dish tells a story of sun-ripened ingredients and time-honored technique.
House Hummus
Chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic — served with warm flatbread
Baba Ghanoush
Smoked eggplant, pomegranate molasses, toasted pine nuts
Stuffed Grape Leaves
Rice, allspice, mint — lemon broth, olive oil finish
Fattoush Salad
Crispy pita, radish, mint, sumac, pomegranate dressing
Marinated Olive Board
Selection of Lebanese and Greek olives, herbs, citrus
Lamb Shawarma Plate
Slow-roasted lamb, garlic sauce, pickled turnips, warm bread
Grilled Sea Bass
Whole fish, lemon-herb butter, roasted vegetables, capers
Chicken Mandi
Spiced chicken, fragrant rice, toasted nuts, yogurt sauce
Falafel Bowl
Crispy falafel, tabbouleh, hummus, pickled vegetables, tahini
Shakshuka
Poached eggs, spiced tomato sauce, feta, challah for dipping
Fresh Flatbread
Made to order — za'atar, sesame, or plain
Knafeh
Shredded phyllo, sweet cheese, rose syrup, pistachios
Turkish Coffee
Finely ground, cardamom, served traditional style
Moroccan Mint Tea
Gunpowder green tea, fresh mint, poured from height
Fresh-Squeezed Juices
Orange, pomegranate, seasonal blends
Every day, fresh from the oven.
Our pastries and breads are prepared each morning using traditional recipes passed down through generations.
Menu items may vary by season. Please ask your server about allergens and dietary accommodations.
The Market
Bina's isn't just a restaurant — it's a pantry for the neighborhood. Our market shelves are stocked with the same ingredients we use in the kitchen, sourced with the same care and intention.
Whether you're looking for a bottle of cold-pressed olive oil from Lebanon, a jar of our house-made za'atar blend, or fresh-baked flatbread to enjoy at home, you'll find it here — curated, authentic, and ready to take with you.
Imported Pantry Goods
Olive oils, vinegars, spices, preserves
House-Made Goods
Spice blends, dips, pickles, jams
Fresh Daily
Bread, pastries, prepared foods
Community Focused
Supporting local producers & traditions
"The best olive oil in the neighborhood."
— A regular since day one
Find Us
We're right on Lunt Avenue in Logan Square — easy to find, impossible to forget.
2407 W Lunt Ave
Chicago, IL 60645-4601
Whether it's a quick coffee, a full lunch, or a weekend dinner — we save you a seat.
