Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Abu Kebab

    4.7 (205 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

    Order Abu Kebab Takeout or Delivery

    Abu Kebab Photos

    Business Info

    ABU KEBAB ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Abu Kebab

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Chicken thigh and beef luleh combo. Perfect to share with 2 people.
    Lani G.

    Pasadena has no shortage of Middle Eastern spots. But most of them are just not good enough for me to want to return. I am glad Abu Kebab exists and will definitely become part of our rotation. My kids, husband and I split 2 of the combo plates (the duo lule kebab and the chicken thigh and filet) and we had leftover rice and meat. This almost never happens! All of the sides (hummus, tabouli and cucumber yogurt) were really good too. The prices are typical of the times. Try to pay cash if you can.

    Mixed plate of chicken and beef lule kebab
    Will T.

    I truly love this little mom and pop spot in North Pas. The service is always quick and friendly. The food is piping hot, fresh and plentiful. My favorite go to plate is the beef lule kebab. The chicken lule kebab is just as good too. The seasoning is on point and the meat is fresh and juicy. The plate is $22 and it comes with 4 pieces of lule piled on top of some basmati rice and 2 sides of your choice. I usually get the house made hummus and a side salad. It's a good amount of food. I will keep on coming back to try some other meats on the menu including their lamb, beef filet mignon and maybe the daily special branzino fish.

    The chicken and Chicken Lule & Beef Lule Combo. Had to take some home because it was very generous.
    Ivan M.

    If you happen upon this place, don't miss the opportunity to find your new favorite kebab place. This place is phenomenal! We tried the chicken and beef luleh and the chicken shawarma. Everything was perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked. Ordering was easy and friendly and the food came out fresh, fast and hot. Don't let the unassuming place fool you... the food is unmatched! Portions are generous and I'm telling you... you will love it.

    Lamb Chops Plate
    Josh H.

    I ordered the Cheese Boreg, and the Lamb Chops Plate The Cheese Boreg were AMAZING, crunchy warm and tasted great. They are a good shareable size, I would recommend to order these The Lamb Chops Plate was good, the lamb chops were flavorful, I wish there was more of a sear to render the fat since some parts were chewy. The pita bread is pretty basic, lastly I wish they substituted the mountain of rice by like half the amount and in exchange added and extra lamb chop for the price. But the rice and lamb chops both tasted great, and I would overall recommend to order it. I would also recommend getting the house salad as your side, it was full of flavor and very refreshing. I would definitely recommend to eat here, the ambiance is quiet and clean, and staff was very friendly.

    Beef lulu combo with grilled tomato and peppers and hummus. Chicken lulu combo with mutabal and hummus.
    Alex K.

    Local spot I've been meaning to try. Much more spacious and upscale inside than you would expect from the street view. It's on the shoddier side of Lake St so not huge parking but enough on the street and a back lot. Ordered pick up. Highlights are the babaganoush (mutabal) and the rice! The meat was spiced and flavored very well but definitely dryer than you would want We got the Beef and Chicken lulu to try. A much more value joint (two skewers vs one) for grilled Mediterranean skewers compared to other places nearby. Would go again since it's so close and has some really great rice and mutabal. Maybe the meat was off this time. Pickup time was quick on a lunch weekend!

    Kimberly D.

    Customer service was not particularly welcoming when we went to the counter to order but up once they were bringing out the food they seemed to be happy to have us there. Food was pretty yummy. The space is compact and they sat a large party of about 6-10 in the middle. Overall a decent experience with yummy food. Overall 3.5/5. Food: 4/5 Service: 3/5 Ambiance: 3.5/5

    Shish kebob and chicken kebob plate
    Josie K.

    Honestly, one of THE best AND MOST DELICIOUS, Armenian , Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern cuisine I've ever had. Their dishes are very authentic. The vibe is amazing and chill, and the owner is wonderful, professional and welcoming. If you haven't tried this gem in Pasadena, go there NOW and try everything on the menu. It's delicious.

    Chicken Shawarma
    Shawn S.

    This is a great Mediterranean restaurant that pleasantly surprised me. You order at the counter and they have a vast menu with something for everyone. The food comes out fresh and presently beautifully. All of the ingredients are delicious and super satisfying. The portions are pretty big and very filling. Staff are nice and the interior is clean.

    Chicken Shawarma Wrap
    Jess S.

    By far the best shawarma wrap I've had. Something about their spices and sauce, just delicious. A new fave. The Greek salad is pretty amazing too.

    Peg P.

    Randomly came across this place while searching for Mediterranean food on Yelp. When you first walk in, it feels a bit quiet and unassuming not somewhere you'd expect to be blown away, but I'm so glad we gave it a chance. Heads up: this place seems to go by different names, as Abu Kebab doesn't show up easily on maps. The woman at the front with glasses was absolutely amazing and truly elevated the experience. She was incredibly helpful, kind, and welcoming, and she really made a lasting impression on us. The food was wonderful, so flavorful and satisfying. Definitely a hidden gem worth trying.

    Lonnie C.

    I'm so happy Abu opened up in this area of Pasadena. There aren't many good restaurants here but Abu is definitely the exception. The beef lule was bursting with spices and flavor, while the filet mignon is tender with a good sear. The tangy and fresh tabouleh paired perfectly with the meat. The goreg was crispy on the outside while the filling was juicy with a hint of cinnamon. There is plenty of seating for casual gatherings as well. Food does take about 15 minutes to come out but it's well worth the wait!

    Chicken Lule Plate Beef Lule Plate
    Sammy L.

    We got take out from Abu Kebab and they did not disappoint. First of all, their portions are great! We ate until we couldn't anymore but we still had leftovers. Really really generous portions. I loved the rice, hummus, and the baba ganoush was the best I have ever had. Seriously sooo creamy! The kebabs were a good flavor too and not too salty. My only problem with them was that they were a little dry. Maybe they were reheated..? It still tasted good but wasn't as juicy as some of the other kebabs I've had in the past.

    Hummus and cucumber and yogurt salad.

    See all

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Yzen D.
    38
    26
    0

    4 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Stelios T.

    Stelios T.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    consistently juicy & flavorful kababs! esp love the chicken thighs smothered w/ tzatziki - always great service, too!

    Business owner information

    Photo of Stelios T.

    Stelios T.

    Thank you so much

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 6 of 6

    Abu Kebab Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Abu Kebab

    Is this halal?

    Yes all the meats at Abu kebab it’s halal

    Is there sesame in anything beyond babaganouj and hummus? Sesame allergy, but takeout might work.

    No, only at baba ghanouj nothing else has sesame

    Does the rice have butter?

    No made with olive oil

    Is the meat halal?

    Yes 100 %

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    You might also consider

    My Vegan - It's delicious!

    My Vegan

    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    I walked in on a Sunday to make a to-go order. Service was friendly and my order was ready in less…read morethan 10min. I got the pad thai and it was literally the best one I've had!! Flavor was perfect, noodles were great and when I opened the package the food was still hot. The restaurant itself is small but has cute and cozy ambiance.

    Haven't been here in YEARS. And I think I know the reason why I stopped coming…read more.. Dropped by to grab some dinner and grabbed 3 items: their orange chicken, tom yum noodle soup, and their pad thai. OOOF their dishes were like an average of $18 each?? After we got the food we waited outside and it's a shared parking lot with other businesses and I saw a rat literally ran across in front of me the minute I stepped out the door! The worker came by and shut the door all the way so it didn't come in but it surprised me! Can't fault them because this is outside in the public parking lot and the lot is small and smelled pretty gross, like old trash. Not sure I want to smell that before getting my food so we opted to go wait in our car. Once it got closer to time we went in to get our food and came home to eat. They're a Thai restaurant, I hear the staff talking in Thai so I HAVE to assume that the Thai food we got would be good right?? Their Tom Yum noodle soup is YUMMY. So flavorful and enjoyable! It was our favorite! But the orange chicken.. kinda bland.. and same goes for the pad thai :( Portion size not bad but still price is steep for the quality of food they provide. I don't think I'll be back unless I was craving for Tom Yum, but I would rather fly back to Thailand and have it there

    Photos
    My Vegan - 环境

    环境

    My Vegan - Spicy edamame, Tom Kah Soup

    Spicy edamame, Tom Kah Soup

    My Vegan - Spicy Basil Noodle with tofu

    See all

    Spicy Basil Noodle with tofu

    Noodle St

    Noodle St

    4.4(1k reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    After a long day of walking around, we decided to warm up at Noodle St. Being able to check-in with…read moreYelp was super helpful and gave us a good idea on wait time. Once we were seated, we were met with a friendly server who offered recommendations to our party depending on spice levels. I tried their beef fried rice and the portions were huge for the price! I had to get a braised egg and it made for such a great combo. I also tried their chili oil and loved how spicy it was. I wish there was a Noodle St. close to my city!

    My friends and I decided to try this place out after reading the wonderful reviews & seeing the…read morepictures of their dishes. I was also craving soup so this was the perfect option! We ordered their chicken wings, garlic string beans, spicy beef noodle soup, scallion pancakes, & beef scallion roll. The food came out within 10 minutes of ordering, which I appreciated since I was starving. The soup was packed with so much flavor & had a generous amount of knife cut noodles. The beef rolls had a nice light flavor to it & wasn't dry at all. The garlic string beans were PACKED with garlic, which was delicious. The chicken wings were a bit dry but nonetheless still pretty good. My friends really liked their scallion pancakes & devoured them all. Overall, I would definitely come back if I was ever in the area again. It definitely satisfied my cravings for Chinese food.

    Photos
    Noodle St - Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.

    Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.

    Noodle St - Dining room

    Dining room

    Noodle St - Beef Stir-Fry Noodles

    See all

    Beef Stir-Fry Noodles

    Lunasia Dim Sum House

    Lunasia Dim Sum House

    3.8(2.5k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    Perfect family dim sum experience for us…read more We took out my parents and in-laws for dim sum: my parents' very first time ever. We did wait about an hour, but honestly I didn't mind at all because it gave us a chance to relax, talk, and catch up as a family. Once we were seated, my parents were immediately impressed with the decor: elegant and cultural without feeling overly modern or cold. And can we talk about the tea kettles? They looked like literal pieces of art being poured at the table. Ordering was super easy with the QR code system, so my husband handled the whole spread: shumai dumplings, chicken feet, sesame balls, and more. Everything came out hot, fresh, and beautifully plated. The ENTIRE table agreed on one thing: the chili oil condiment deserves to be sold in bottles to take home. It was that good. Smoky, just the right amount of spicy, and addictive. Now for the real test: my in-laws. They've been to *many* dim sum places and are not easily impressed. They declared this place to have the best chicken feet that they've ever had: meat easily sucked off the bone, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and perfectly seasoned. High praise coming from dim sum veterans. Most importantly, my parents' first dim sum experience couldn't have been better. They loved everything from the ambiance to the food to the overall experience. My husband and I want to come back to explore more of the menu because there's clearly so much more to try

    Hubby wanted to get dim sum for new year and luckily we live close to Lunasia. Like most locations,…read morethe food is pretty consistent and the servers are pretty attentive. This location is pretty spacious and even has a second floor for dining. Though we were seated inside, a lot of people were coming in and out for take out. They have a QR code to scan the menu and send your order to the kitchen. Unfortunately, they forgot our order of shumai. We had already finished eating before it even came. The waitress was kind but apparently had to bring the receipt back because the staff was claiming we already received it.

    Photos
    Lunasia Dim Sum House - The outside of the restaurant.

    The outside of the restaurant.

    Lunasia Dim Sum House - Back of the restaurant with plenty of parking.

    Back of the restaurant with plenty of parking.

    Lunasia Dim Sum House - Nice, modern look and feel

    See all

    Nice, modern look and feel

    Bodegon No 69 - TIRADITO A LA CREMA

    Bodegon No 69

    4.4(651 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    First time eating at a Peruvian restaurant and oh my goodness I loved it! We called a few hours…read morebefore for a reservation for 8 people on a Saturday night at 7:30pm and they had a spot for us. I believe they have seating in the back for larger parties! The portions are huge and I would recommend sharing if you're not so much of a heavy eater. We got the Milanesa de pollo which was bomb paired with the pesto pasta! Service was great, the servers knew their menu and ingredients so well. My friends ordered the ceviche which was delicious and one of their most popular! Our other friend ordered the lomo saltado which was great but just a little salty in my opinion. However, overall we loved it and would definitely be a place to recommend other friends to go to.

    located in old town Pasadena, you must pay for parking on the street as one would normally do in…read morethat area. I came here on a Saturday evening, there's some seating outdoors but plenty of seating indoors. The atmosphere is beautiful and welcoming for date night or to catch up with friends. The servers were attentive and made sure to check in on us regarding food. We got several items including ceviche, lomo saltado, and some pulled pork dish. The ceviche is to die for - very refreshing and delicious. The lomo saltado was a HUGE portion. The pulled pork was moist. overall excellent Peruvian food

    Photos
    Bodegon No 69 - Alpaka greeters!

    Alpaka greeters!

    Bodegon No 69 - Seafood Ceviche (Marinated well super rich and not raw leading to melt in mouth seafood)

    Seafood Ceviche (Marinated well super rich and not raw leading to melt in mouth seafood)

    Bodegon No 69 - CHOCLO SERRANO

    See all

    CHOCLO SERRANO

    Abu Kebab - mediterranean - Updated June 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...