ami. - Jerusalem Street Food Menu
Introducing the Menu of ami. - Jerusalem Street Food
Nestled in Highwood, IL, ami. delivers an authentic taste of Jerusalem with its vibrant street food menu. Each dish showcases fresh, high-quality ingredients, transporting diners to the bustling markets of Israel.
- The Potato Latkes are a standout, crispy and golden, available in gluten-free options too.
- Indulge in the succulent Chicken Schwarma and satisfying Lamb Rice Bowl, both bursting with flavor.
- Don’t miss the Hummus, paired with fluffy pita, perfect for sharing or savoring solo.
- Weekend specials like Challah Schnitzel and Latke Pita Sandwich further highlight the restaurant’s commitment to authenticity.
With warm service and a cozy atmosphere, ami. creates a dining experience that captivates both the palate and heart. Revel in the aromatic delights that will leave you craving more!
Food - In a Pita
Chicken Shawarma Pita
Shawarma seasoned grilled chicken, hummus, tahini, Jerusalem salad and jalapeno pesto. Served in a pita.
Falafel Pita
Falafel in a pita with hummus, tahini, Jerusalem salad, jalapeño pesto & pickles. *Our falafel is nut free and gluten free
Lamb Kebab Pita
Lamb, grilled tomato and onion, tahini and jalapeno pesto, served in a pita. *Please note that the lamb is made fresh to order so it will take 10 minutes to prepare.
Chicken Schnitzel Pita
Chicken schnitzel, hummus, Jerusalem salad, fried eggplant, jalapeno pesto and tahini. Served in a pita. *Gluten free chicken available upon request.
Roasted Cauliflower Pita
Hummus, cauliflower, tahini, tomato salsa, jalapeno pesto and scallions and parsley, served in a pita.
Sabich Pita
Hummus, fried eggplant, hardboiled egg, tahini, tomato salsa, jalapeno pesto. Served in a pita.
Steak And Chips Pita
Tender marinated skirt steak, French fries, Hummus, Pickles, Tahini, Jalapeño Pesto and Tomato salsa served in a pita.
Arayes
Lamb kebab meat stuffed into a pita and grilled to perfection. Served with tahini, tomato salsa and jalapeño pesto on the side.
Potato Latkes Pita
Crispy potato latkes, sour cream, tahini, jalapeno pesto, Jerusalem salad.
Beef Kebab Pita
Chicken Shawarma Hummus Bowl
Shawarma spiced grilled chicken, tomato salsa, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus and a pita on the side.
Original Hummus Bowl
Hummus, warm and tender garbanzo beans, grated tomato, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with a pita on the side.
Falafel Hummus Bowl
Hummus, falafel, warm and tender garbanzo beans, grated tomato, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus and a pita on the side. *our falafel is nut free and gluten free
Lamb Kebab Hummus Bowl
Lamb kebab, grated tomato, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus and a pita on the side. *Please note that the lamb is made fresh to order and will take 10 mins to cook.
Beef Kebab Hummus Bowl
Chicken Schnitzel Hummus Bowl
Chicken Schnitzel, Hummus, tomato salsa, tahini, jalapeno pesto, served with a pita on the side. *Chicken available gluten free
Jerusalem Beef Hummus Bowl
Jerusalem style chopped beef & lamb blend, grated tomato, jalapeño pesto, tahini sauce, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus, and a pita on the side.
Roasted Cauliflower Hummus Bowl
Roasted cauliflower, tomato salsa, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus and a pita on the side.
Sabich Hummus Bowl
Fried eggplant, hardboiled egg, tomato salsa, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus and a pita on the side.
Mushroom & Onion Hummus Bowl
Warm Mushroom and caramelized onion, warm garbanzo beans, grated tomato, jalapeño pesto, tahini and extra virgin olive oil. Served in a hummus bowl with a pita on the side.
Skirt Steak Hummus Bowl
Tender marinated skirt steak, hummus, grated tomato, jalapeno pesto, tahini and extra virgin olive oil served with a pita on the side.
Shakshuka Hummus Bowl
Food - Hummus Bowls
Food - Rice Bowls
Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl
Chicken shawarma in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Falafel Rice Bowl
Falafel in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side. *Our falafel is nut free and gluten free
Lamb Kebab Rice Bowl
Lamb Kebab in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Beef Kebab Rice Bowl
Chicken Schnitzel Rice Bowl
Chicken schnitzel in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side. *Chicken schnitzel can be made gluten free
Roasted Cauliflower Rice Bowl
Roasted cauliflower in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Shakshukah Rice Bowl
Poached eggs in a roasted pepper and tomato sauce served over rice with a pita on the side. **NOTE: Shakshuka rice bowl does NOT come with hummus or salad. Served over rice only.
Jerusalem Beef Rice Bowl
Jerusalem style chopped beef in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Sabich Rice Bowl
Sabich in a rice bowl, fried eggplant and hardboiled egg served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Mushroom & Onion Rice Bowl
Warm mushrooms and caramelized onion in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Shuk Salad
Tomato, cucumber, red onion, radish, bell pepper, fresh herbs, crunchy pita chips, za'atar sumac vinaigrette. Served as is or with the added protein of your choice *Please note: Shuk salad is made fresh daily ready to serve therefore the removal of ingredients is not possible (Example: no onions) Salad is served as is. Thank you for your understanding!
Food - Salad Bowl
Food - Soup
Lentil Soup
Matza Ball Chicken Soup
Burekas
Handmade Turkish style crispy, flaky, savory pastry with your choice of filling: Cheese or spinach and feta. Served with tahini, pickles, grated tomato, hardboiled egg, Jerusalem salad and jalapeño pesto on the side.
Food - Burekas
Food - Specials
Potato Latkes (1 Dozen)
12 potato latkes
Gluten Free Potato Latkes (1 Dozen)
12 Gluten Free potato latkes
Lahmabagin Pita
Kids Schnitzel
Kids Schnitzel. Crispy fried chicken served with rice or french fries. Add a complimentary side of hummus upon request. *Available gluten free.
Kids Falafel
Kids Falafel. Comes with 3 falafel and is served with rice or french fries. Add a complementary side of hummus upon request. *Our falafel is nut free and gluten free
Kids Shawarma
Kids shawarma. Shawarma seasoned grilled and pulled chicken, served with rice or french fries. Add a complementary side of hummus upon request.
Food - Kids Menu
Food - Family Style
Family Style Chicken Shawarma
Family style dinner for 6 people. Includes: Chicken shawarma, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad, Pitas and all of our sauces: jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Falafel
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Trays of Falafel, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Combo Chicken Shawarma & Falafel
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Trays of Chicken Shawarma, Falafel, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Lamb Kebab
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Lamb Kebabs, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Beef Kebab
Family style dinner for 6 people. Includes: Beef Kebabas, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad, Pitas and all of our sauces: jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Steak
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Trays of Marinated Skirt Steak, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Jerusalem Beef
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Jerusalem Chopped Beef, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Chicken Schnitzel
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Trays of Chicken Schnitzel, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Shakshukah
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Shakshukah (poached eggs in a roasted pepper & tomato sauce), Trays of Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce. Shakshukah is vegetarian.
Fries
Falafel (5)
Five crispy fresh falafel, served with tahini. *Our falafel is gluten free and does not contain nuts.
Side Of Rice
Turmeric rice, available in 8oz or 16oz
Pita (1)
Gluten Free Pita (1)
Jerusalem Salad
Chopped cucumber, red onion, tomato and parsley. Available in 8oz or 16oz sizes.
Side Of 8oz Tomato Salsa
Fresh made daily tomato salsa made with steamed tomato, garlic and parsley. (not spicy)
Side Hummus
8oz or 16oz Hummus made fresh every day *8oz comes with 1 pita 16oz comes with 2 pitas
Sauces
Add extra jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce or hot sauce.
Side Pickles Small
Side Pickles 8oz
Side Roasted Cauliflower
Side of our roasted cauliflower. Comes in 8oz or 16oz containers.
Side Eggplant
Side of our fried eggplant. Comes in an 8oz or 16oz container.
Side Chicken Shawarma
Side of our chicken shawarma, available in 8oz or 16oz containers.
Side Of Chicken Schnitzel (1)
Side of our crispy chicken schnitzel
Side Skirt Steak
Side of our Skirt Steak 4 oz or 8 oz
Lamb Kebab (1)
Beef Kebab (1)
Side Jerusalem Beef
Potato Latkes (2)
Food - Sides
Food - Dessert
Malabi
Jerusalem Old Fashion Chocolate Babka
Jerusalem Old Fashion Cinnamon Babka
Chicken Shawarma Pita
Shawarma seasoned grilled chicken, hummus, tahini, Jerusalem salad and jalapeno pesto. Served in a pita.
Falafel Pita
Falafel in a pita with hummus, tahini, Jerusalem salad, jalapeño pesto & pickles. *Our falafel is nut free and gluten free
Lamb Kebab Pita
Lamb, grilled tomato and onion, tahini and jalapeno pesto, served in a pita. *Please note that the lamb is made fresh to order so it will take 10 minutes to prepare.
Chicken Schnitzel Pita
Chicken schnitzel, hummus, Jerusalem salad, fried eggplant, jalapeno pesto and tahini. Served in a pita. *Gluten free chicken available upon request.
Roasted Cauliflower Pita
Hummus, cauliflower, tahini, tomato salsa, jalapeno pesto and scallions and parsley, served in a pita.
Sabich Pita
Hummus, fried eggplant, hardboiled egg, tahini, tomato salsa, jalapeno pesto. Served in a pita.
Steak And Chips Pita
Tender marinated skirt steak, French fries, Hummus, Pickles, Tahini, Jalapeño Pesto and Tomato salsa served in a pita.
Arayes
Lamb kebab meat stuffed into a pita and grilled to perfection. Served with tahini, tomato salsa and jalapeño pesto on the side.
Potato Latkes Pita
Crispy potato latkes, sour cream, tahini, jalapeno pesto, Jerusalem salad.
Beef Kebab Pita
In a Pita
Hummus Bowls
Chicken Shawarma Hummus Bowl
Shawarma spiced grilled chicken, tomato salsa, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus and a pita on the side.
Original Hummus Bowl
Hummus, warm and tender garbanzo beans, grated tomato, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with a pita on the side.
Falafel Hummus Bowl
Hummus, falafel, warm and tender garbanzo beans, grated tomato, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus and a pita on the side. *our falafel is nut free and gluten free
Lamb Kebab Hummus Bowl
Lamb kebab, grated tomato, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus and a pita on the side. *Please note that the lamb is made fresh to order and will take 10 mins to cook.
Beef Kebab Hummus Bowl
Chicken Schnitzel Hummus Bowl
Chicken Schnitzel, Hummus, tomato salsa, tahini, jalapeno pesto, served with a pita on the side. *Chicken available gluten free
Jerusalem Beef Hummus Bowl
Jerusalem style chopped beef & lamb blend, grated tomato, jalapeño pesto, tahini sauce, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus, and a pita on the side.
Roasted Cauliflower Hummus Bowl
Roasted cauliflower, tomato salsa, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus and a pita on the side.
Sabich Hummus Bowl
Fried eggplant, hardboiled egg, tomato salsa, jalapeno pesto, tahini, extra virgin olive oil. Served in a bowl with hummus and a pita on the side.
Mushroom & Onion Hummus Bowl
Warm Mushroom and caramelized onion, warm garbanzo beans, grated tomato, jalapeño pesto, tahini and extra virgin olive oil. Served in a hummus bowl with a pita on the side.
Skirt Steak Hummus Bowl
Tender marinated skirt steak, hummus, grated tomato, jalapeno pesto, tahini and extra virgin olive oil served with a pita on the side.
Shakshuka Hummus Bowl
Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl
Chicken shawarma in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Falafel Rice Bowl
Falafel in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side. *Our falafel is nut free and gluten free
Lamb Kebab Rice Bowl
Lamb Kebab in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Beef Kebab Rice Bowl
Chicken Schnitzel Rice Bowl
Chicken schnitzel in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side. *Chicken schnitzel can be made gluten free
Roasted Cauliflower Rice Bowl
Roasted cauliflower in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Shakshukah Rice Bowl
Poached eggs in a roasted pepper and tomato sauce served over rice with a pita on the side. **NOTE: Shakshuka rice bowl does NOT come with hummus or salad. Served over rice only.
Jerusalem Beef Rice Bowl
Jerusalem style chopped beef in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Sabich Rice Bowl
Sabich in a rice bowl, fried eggplant and hardboiled egg served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Mushroom & Onion Rice Bowl
Warm mushrooms and caramelized onion in a rice bowl served with turmeric rice, hummus and garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil and Jerusalem salad with a pita on the side.
Rice Bowls
Salad Bowl
Shuk Salad
Tomato, cucumber, red onion, radish, bell pepper, fresh herbs, crunchy pita chips, za'atar sumac vinaigrette. Served as is or with the added protein of your choice *Please note: Shuk salad is made fresh daily ready to serve therefore the removal of ingredients is not possible (Example: no onions) Salad is served as is. Thank you for your understanding!
Lentil Soup
Matza Ball Chicken Soup
Soup
Burekas
Burekas
Handmade Turkish style crispy, flaky, savory pastry with your choice of filling: Cheese or spinach and feta. Served with tahini, pickles, grated tomato, hardboiled egg, Jerusalem salad and jalapeño pesto on the side.
Potato Latkes (1 Dozen)
12 potato latkes
Gluten Free Potato Latkes (1 Dozen)
12 Gluten Free potato latkes
Lahmabagin Pita
Specials
Kids Menu
Kids Schnitzel
Kids Schnitzel. Crispy fried chicken served with rice or french fries. Add a complimentary side of hummus upon request. *Available gluten free.
Kids Falafel
Kids Falafel. Comes with 3 falafel and is served with rice or french fries. Add a complementary side of hummus upon request. *Our falafel is nut free and gluten free
Kids Shawarma
Kids shawarma. Shawarma seasoned grilled and pulled chicken, served with rice or french fries. Add a complementary side of hummus upon request.
Family Style Chicken Shawarma
Family style dinner for 6 people. Includes: Chicken shawarma, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad, Pitas and all of our sauces: jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Falafel
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Trays of Falafel, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Combo Chicken Shawarma & Falafel
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Trays of Chicken Shawarma, Falafel, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Lamb Kebab
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Lamb Kebabs, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Beef Kebab
Family style dinner for 6 people. Includes: Beef Kebabas, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad, Pitas and all of our sauces: jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Steak
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Trays of Marinated Skirt Steak, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Jerusalem Beef
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Jerusalem Chopped Beef, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Chicken Schnitzel
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Trays of Chicken Schnitzel, Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce.
Family Style Shakshukah
Family style dinner for 6. Includes: Shakshukah (poached eggs in a roasted pepper & tomato sauce), Trays of Hummus, Rice, Jerusalem salad Pitas and all of our sauces, jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce and hot sauce. Shakshukah is vegetarian.
Family Style
Sides
Fries
Falafel (5)
Five crispy fresh falafel, served with tahini. *Our falafel is gluten free and does not contain nuts.
Side Of Rice
Turmeric rice, available in 8oz or 16oz
Pita (1)
Gluten Free Pita (1)
Jerusalem Salad
Chopped cucumber, red onion, tomato and parsley. Available in 8oz or 16oz sizes.
Side Of 8oz Tomato Salsa
Fresh made daily tomato salsa made with steamed tomato, garlic and parsley. (not spicy)
Side Hummus
8oz or 16oz Hummus made fresh every day *8oz comes with 1 pita 16oz comes with 2 pitas
Sauces
Add extra jalapeño pesto, tahini, garlic sauce or hot sauce.
Side Pickles Small
Side Pickles 8oz
Side Roasted Cauliflower
Side of our roasted cauliflower. Comes in 8oz or 16oz containers.
Side Eggplant
Side of our fried eggplant. Comes in an 8oz or 16oz container.
Side Chicken Shawarma
Side of our chicken shawarma, available in 8oz or 16oz containers.
Side Of Chicken Schnitzel (1)
Side of our crispy chicken schnitzel
Side Skirt Steak
Side of our Skirt Steak 4 oz or 8 oz
Lamb Kebab (1)
Beef Kebab (1)
Side Jerusalem Beef
Potato Latkes (2)
Malabi
Jerusalem Old Fashion Chocolate Babka
Jerusalem Old Fashion Cinnamon Babka
Dessert
Drinks - N/A Drinks
San Pellegrino
Aqua Panna Water
Jump Juice
Imported Israeli juice. Choice of Grapefruit, orange, grape or strawberry banana.
Israeli Malt Beer
Non alcoholic root beer imported from Israel.
Israeli Spring Juice
BACK IN STOCK!! Imported Israeli Juice beverage. Choice of mango, strawberry banana or peach.
Coca-Cola
Diet Coke
Sprite
Lipton Peach Iced Tea
Neviot Mineral Water Peach
Neviot Mineral Water Apple
Archaval Cabernet
Maso Canali Pino Grigio
Peyrassol Rose
Veuve Clicquot Brut Champangne
Michele Chiarlo Moscato
J Vineyards Pino Noir
Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc
Drinks - Wine
Drinks - Beer
Gold Star Lager Bottle
Blue Moon
Miller Lite
Heineken
Tsingtao
Moretti
San Pellegrino
Aqua Panna Water
Jump Juice
Imported Israeli juice. Choice of Grapefruit, orange, grape or strawberry banana.
Israeli Malt Beer
Non alcoholic root beer imported from Israel.
Israeli Spring Juice
BACK IN STOCK!! Imported Israeli Juice beverage. Choice of mango, strawberry banana or peach.