Opening hours
Closed · opens Tuesday 5:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Lakewood: 2:33 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (216) 463-1280 to confirm.
Location & directions
17901 Detroit AveLakewood, OH 44107
About Baba Chef
Baba Chef is a Mediterranean restaurant located at 17901 Detroit Ave in Lakewood, Ohio. It's part of our guide to 58 restaurants, cafes and bars in Lakewood.
Baba Chef is open 4 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM (closed Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday). Night owls can stop by until 11:00 PM on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Guests can choose from 26 menu items across 4 sections, including Dishes, Sides, Salads, and Sandwiches. Listed prices range from $6.00 to $16.00, with a typical item around $12.00. Menu highlights include Loaded Fries, Garlic / Chips, and Fattoush Salad.
Service options include outdoor seating, delivery, onsite services, and takeout. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and quiet. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include comfort food, healthy options, quick bite, small plates, and vegetarian options.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible parking lot. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free parking lot, free street parking, and parking. For questions or orders, call (216) 463-1280.
Quick facts
- Category
- Mediterranean Restaurant
- Address
- 17901 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
- Phone
- (216) 463-1280
- Price range
- $10 to $20 per person
- Hours
- Open 4 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM (closed Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday)
- Menu
- 26 items · $6.00–$16.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 1 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Mediterranean restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Baba Chef’s weekday schedule with 32 other Mediterranean restaurants in Ohio. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 11:00 PM, later than 97% of them (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 31 hours a week, 39 hours fewer than the local median of 70. 69% of Mediterranean restaurants in Ohio open on Sundays; Baba Chef does not.
Compared with 32 other Mediterranean restaurants in Ohio that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Mediterranean restaurants in Ohio
Based on 14 menus with 700 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Ohio, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.95 and $17.25.
At Baba Chef the median listed price is $12.00, close to the typical $11.00 for Mediterranean restaurants in Ohio.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hummus | 57% | $7.95 |
| Baklava | 50% | $4.99 |
| Falafel | 43% | $8.75 |
| Rice | 29% | $4.30 |
| Lamb Chops | 29% | $33.47 |
| Greek Salad | 21% | $8.99 |
| Stuffed Grape Leaves | 21% | $9.95 |
| Fried Calamari | 21% | $15.95 |
Calculated from 14 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Baba Chef there are 12 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 29 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (7), Sandwiches & Delis (3), Bakeries & Desserts (3), and American (2).
Baba Chef is the only Mediterranean restaurant within a mile (4 within three miles). The next closest is Joe's Deli & Restaurant, 1.2 mi away.
7 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bakeries & DessertsDunkin'0.1 mi
- ChinesePeking Restaurant0.2 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeCilantro Taqueria0.2 mi
- PizzaPapa John's0.3 mi
- Vegetarian & VeganCleveland Vegan0.3 mi
What to expect at a Mediterranean restaurant
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants serve the cooking of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Persia, Morocco and their neighbors. Expect grilled meats and kebabs, falafel, hummus and other dips, fresh salads, rice dishes and plenty of bread – often baked in house.
What to order
- Gyro or shawarma – spit-roasted meat in a pita or on a plate
- Falafel – a crisp chickpea fritter and a vegetarian staple
- Hummus and baba ghanoush – classic dips for the table
- Kebabs – chicken, lamb or kofta from the grill
Good to know
- Mezze platters are an economical way for groups to try many dishes.
- Much of the menu is naturally vegetarian or easy to adapt.
- Ask whether the pita is baked in house – it makes a difference.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Baba Chef's opening hours?
Open 4 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM (closed Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Baba Chef open on Sunday?
No, Baba Chef is closed on Sundays.
Where is Baba Chef located?
Baba Chef is located at 17901 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107.
What is the phone number of Baba Chef?
You can call Baba Chef at (216) 463-1280.
Does Baba Chef offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Baba Chef offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, delivery, onsite services, and takeout.
How much does it cost to eat at Baba Chef?
The typical price range at Baba Chef is $10 to $20 per person. Menu prices range from $6.00 to $16.00.
Is Baba Chef wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Is Baba Chef good for kids?
Family-friendly details: good for kids.
Is Baba Chef open late?
Yes – Baba Chef is open until 10 PM or later on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
What else is near Baba Chef?
There are 29 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Baba Chef. Nearby options include Dunkin' (0.1 mi), Peking Restaurant (0.2 mi), and Cilantro Taqueria (0.2 mi).
Are there other Mediterranean restaurants near Baba Chef?
None within a mile. The closest is Joe's Deli & Restaurant, 1.2 mi away.
How much do Mediterranean restaurants in Ohio cost?
Based on 14 menus with 700 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants in Ohio, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.95 and $17.25.
