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| - My husband is obsessed with Naf Naf, as he frequently works in Chicago. He was thrilled when one opened in Madison and we were excited to try it the first week they were open. I have eaten Naf Naf a few other times, and the quality of the food at the new Madison location was the same tasty food I have grown to enjoy in Chicago. I always get the falafel pita with cucumber salad, onions, and garlic sauce. I was surprised to see another review complaining about the pita, because honestly, the pita is probably my favorite part of the meal. It is so soft and warm and tasty and...I kind of want one right now!! My husband's standard order is the chicken shawarma pita and an order of his beloved fries. The guys working behind the counter when I was there were super informative and friendly. I asked a few questions and they answered everything with smiles on their faces!
I have two complaints about the Naf Naf on State Street. The first is trivial, but annoying enough I feel I need to mention it - the decor is seriously lacking. I totally get that Naf Naf is a chain and they all look the same, but they look boring. State Street is a fun place with a fun vibe, and I kind of just felt like I was eating in a cafeteria. It was just so sterile and boring. I highly doubt there is anything that can be done about the decor, but man, if I were in charge, I would sure try. The more significant complaint I have is one that has been mentioned in other reviews - the overall amount of food that you get for your money is a little disappointing. Again, my husband has eaten at every Naf Naf in the Chicagoland area, (and I have eaten at their downtown location) and every time the pitas come overflowing with so much goodness that they are almost difficult to eat. The Madison location gave me a pita that was only about 2/3 full with a ton of extra pita at the top. I love the pita, so I didn't mind eating it plain, however, it really felt like they were skimping out. I know we will be back to Naf Naf many times to appease my husband's cravings, and I hope that they increase their portions so that patrons feel like they are getting their money's worth!
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