Tostini - Chicago

This is one of my favorite places in Rogers Park! The man who runs the place is so friendly and kind. The place is small, but has indoor, and lots of outdoor, s... read more This is one of my favorite places in Rogers Park! The man who runs the place is so friendly and kind. The place is small, but has indoor, and lots of outdoor, seating. Also, I recommend the kofte potato. The sauce is so good! If I could give more stars I would. Amazing Turkish food!

This place is the quintessential family owned business welcoming cafe feel, great outdoor patio, charming and friendly owners, and delicious made to order food.... read more This place is the quintessential family owned business welcoming cafe feel, great outdoor patio, charming and friendly owners, and delicious made to order food. I walked past several times but always when they were closed, so I was thrilled to successfully order today. At the owner's suggestion, I tried the Kofte and Potato Tostini Beef meatballs, potatoes, cheese, cabbage salad, ketchup mayo, spices. Sounds weird but tasted delicious; the mayo is very, very light. Paired it with a sparkling sour cherry Turkish soda and immediately felt my day improve. Highly recommend.

Five of us went their for Turkish breakfast. We spent 25 for each. First, they serve us one omelette to share among five of us. They also had one side of porrid... read more Five of us went their for Turkish breakfast. We spent 25 for each. First, they serve us one omelette to share among five of us. They also had one side of porridge in very tiny serving dishes along with jam and salad, bread was also dried up. Omelet must have three or four egs with sausage. That is it! I was sitting there thinking may be there will serve more food. So I asked him if we could get the more omelette? It did not come out they way it looked in the picture. I didn't complain to owner who was also the cook because I didn't want ruined my birthday. 130 was too much for 4eggs and sausage. wouldn't go there for breakfast.

Koftke potato pictured....calling this a just a sandwich place is like calling Led Zeppelin just a band. Top shelf quality ingredients, made with care (ratio in... read more Koftke potato pictured....calling this a just a sandwich place is like calling Led Zeppelin just a band. Top shelf quality ingredients, made with care (ratio in filling toasting of the wrap), and the owners could not be nicer. I would advise to call ahead to order.

I decided to give this place a try after seeing the photos shared in the Rogers Park Eats group. My favorite dish is the Kofte Tostini—it's absolutely delicious... read more I decided to give this place a try after seeing the photos shared in the Rogers Park Eats group. My favorite dish is the Kofte Tostini—it's absolutely delicious! I can't get enough of it!