Great tasting, fresh, proper food. Seems like they make it all in house including the humus. By far one of the good middle eastern restaurants. read more

I am a total fan of Mediterranean food and decided to check out this place. Staff welcomed us warmly. We ordered the beef and chicken pita wraps, and dolmas. The rice in the dolma tasted hard, but the lemon flavor helped to freshen it up. Our wraps were just average. The meat was rather dry and didn't have enough garlic flavoring in it. Good customer service prevented me from rating the place with 2 stars. read more

The yummiest food!! & staff is always great. We love dining here. Chicken shawarma plate is my favorite and my fiancé loves the chicken salad. Definitely recommend eating here read more

Want to try something new? This is the place! Have eaten in the restaurant and ordered to go. Both fabulous experiences. We typically enjoy schwarma, kabob, rice and the delicious sides. Very friendly staff and always served fresh! read more

9-8-17 7:00 pm YOU WILL NOT BELIEVE ME, BUT I JUST HAD THE BEST STEAK OF MY 70 years. Owner, Omar suggested filet mignon and I thought he was kidding. By far the best steak ever. I have had prime steak at all the fancy restaurants around the world and this small, unassuming restaurant topped them all. I cannot say enough, trust me it is the best...what a shock in a middle east restaurant. Sautéd mushrooms were a superb companion for the steak) Please let me know if others have ever tried it!!! read more

My nephew and his wife ate there the other day and were very happy with their meal. Good sized portions so they brought some leftovers to the house. First time trying Mediterranean cuisine. Really good. I will definitely go there myself and sample for myself. read more

Always great service. I don't know one person that doesn't like this place and if anybody has a negative review you know they've got mad issues in life period read more

This restaurant is amazing, I have eaten there and ordered it foxes of times. If you like middle eastern or Mediterranean food, you won't find better restaurant in ventura county. I have a friend from Egypt and another one from Iran. When I told them about this place, they both knew of it already and said that it was the best in the area. I personally love the hummus and the beef shawarma, it is amazing. Eating there is great, the staff is super friendly and always catering to my elderly father in law. I highly recommend them. read more

Driven pasty this place many times and wanted to give it a try. I went online to check the menu and noted that there were only a couple of vegetarian options. Either way I was in the mood for some hummus and falafel. Came in on weekday afternoon and was quickly seated. Didn't really need to look over the menu as I knew what options were available for me. Started off with stuffed grape leafs, hummus with pita and followed that up with the falafel sandwich. Everything arrived fairly quickly and looked great. Now I had high expectations for the hummus as many previous reviews boasted about the quality and taste. I can confirm previous reviews were spot on. Smooth and delicious. Pita was very fresh and complimented the hummus spread. The falafel was pretty solid, but not the best I've experienced. The sandwich could've used a bit more tahina sauce, but I will request more upon my next visit. The stuff grape leafs had good flavor and priced very reasonably. In the end I spent less than $25 for two people to enjoy a very splendid meal. The only downside was the service was a bit slow, but the staff was friendly. The slow service is not a deal breaker in anyway. Will definitely be returning here in the near future. The hummus doe. read more

Ali Baba's Cafe - Falafel Sandwich. - Mediterranean Near Me - Simi Valley, California

Just simply great food. Service is on point too. The portion sizes are generous for the price!

We had a wonderful meal outside. The service was very good. There was 6 of us so he gave us 3 deserts but only charged us for 2 so we could all share. He was not our original server but took over for someone new who was going off shift. When we went to pay the bill, there were not drinks (coffees and teas charged) because he said we should have not have had to wait so long for our drinks. There was also signage on the window that they have been serving the homeless for 10 years. We asked about it. He said on Sundays between a certain time, anyone can ask for food and no questions are asked and no money is required. WOW - that is a terrific humanitarian gesture. read more

Ali Baba's is very tasty - especially the hummus and shwarma. Great local small home-y feeling. The staff are really nice and the food is always good. read more

Delicious Mediterranean food... management is very nice and the food is even better! Size portions are Great!

Ali Baba's Cafe is awesome, the staff is so nice and very helpful but the food is amazing! I haven't ever had anything I didn't like. The Chicken Schwarma is my favorite and their french fries are incredible. You can't go wrong having lunch or dinner at Ali Baba's! read more

Some parts of it liked some parts not so much Greeting was fine place seemed ok not really appropriate decor for this type restaurant drinks came quick enough when we placed her order the waiter didn't write anything down he did repeat it back to us definitely not a busy night There were three other tables at the time we were there Two had food and yet our order took a long time when the order came out we were short a item my shrimp looked beautiful and was definitely a good size portion however it was watery not so bad just not really good My daughters chicken was an ample portion but she said it was a bit tough and her phrase was not the best ever had not the worst either Our sons beef dish was tasty but not special My wife enjoyed her mix plate Apparently they're shorthanded the waiter was handling the phone order There are many other better places to try read more

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my favorite restaurant in simi!! the food is amazing and the staff are friendly. I get the beef shawarma plate

Walked in, placed an order, was the only person there, waited for my takeout, 30 minutes later he says sorry the cook forgot to make it. So got my refund, had to ask for the tip part, and walked out. What a disappointment. Won't go back. read more

It was my first time ordering from Ali Baba's and I received such great customer service during this crazy coronavirus time. I ordered the falafel plate, which came with pita bread, hummus, salad and tabouli. The hummus was sooo good!! My only complaint is that the falafels are so small and similar to the size of Reese's peanut butter cups. I wish the falafels were larger. Aside from that, everything was good! read more

Loved it. Service. Food. Vibes. All good!! Amazing hummus and shawarmas- lamb - salmon.....

Ali Baba's is how it's done! Excellent food, friendly staff and a nice atmosphere. The best Shawarma I've ever had. The owner is a very cool guy who knows how to keep his customers happy. Keep up the good work. read more

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Their hummus is amazing with great flavor. The baba salad is delicious yet simple. I have never been disappointed with the food or service!

Simply amazing!! Another wonderful dinner with family here. The food is always fresh, flavorful and yummy . All four of us had the chicken shawarma dinners and the consensus was ... this place rocks!! read more

I love this place! The food is so good. It's so fresh and well prepared. My favorite is the shawarma- tried both chicken and beef. Hummus is delish as is the tabouleh, grape leaves, falafel and salad. On occasion, we've had to wait for a table and the service has been slow a couple of times due to limited but friendly staff. This is not the place to go for fancy decor and ambiance. This IS the place for delicious, reasonably priced food and knowledgeable, friendly service. I wish I had a picture but I'm always so excited to get right down to eating when the food is presented here. read more

My friend & I came here for lunch and it was our first time. Our servers were really nice and they made sure that we were taken care of. The food was delicious. My husband & I like Mediterranean food so next time I come back I'm bringing my husband with me. read more

Ali Baba's Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Simi Valley, California

food from this establishment is insanely good. Come here and order yourself the chicken shwarma plate + extra hummus and pita bread and a cup of lentil soup.. BEST THING EVER!!! I've never left here unsatisfied, whether I'm dining in or taking it to go, I'm always happy. read more

Good food. My family love this place. Unfortunately the last time I went to either the service was so horrible. The young boy was really nice and my mom gets easily distracted talking to servers and being friendly but that's no excuse to not deliver drinks and the appetizers didn't even arrived the food came keep in mind I asked the server to return with our drinks after waiting a long time. Then it felt like 30 minutes past we still didn't have appetizers and they kept feeding people and delivering their drinks and small bites. So I awkwardly had to ask the server again to please check on her appetizers I don't think he really did because our food came which took a really long time they were understaffed. By the time the food came I was so irritated by the awful service having to beg for our drinks paid for the appetizers and then want to be pissed off because you never even got to share your appetizers with the group. I've been working and dining for a long time and I don't expect five star service but I do expect my drink within 10 to 15 minutes and especially after you have to ask for it. If your appetizer hasn't arrived in the first 30 minutes and you have to ask for it after you're asking for drinks that's kind of a hassle. Good thing we know the food is good in the intentions are good by the owner but good service basic service is a must in any restaurant. It's extremely rude to me to see people continually seated and then have servers ignore you and give excuses and not deliver. If they are that short staff they need to learn how to tell the guests arriving it will be 5 to 10 minutes till we can seat you. Since this bad experience at Ali Baba's I will be honest that my favorite restaurant in town is Marilyn's which is a blessing because everything's homemade and it's a small spot there's no way you could get horrible service. I am a food lover I have worked at many restaurants I am in no way connected to Marilyn's, other than loving the passion they deliver from sourcing to serving the food. I don't care if you have the best food in the world if you don't get it in a timely manner or your drinks that's not good you may as well take your food home order to go from Ali Baba's. The lentil soup is really good and my mom loves their salmon kabobs. Aside from having a bad dining experience not getting drinks appetizers before the dinner what sucks the most is I had a relative at the table that I don't get to see often and because I was so irritated multiple times from not getting our drinks and foods that we had to ask for of course I walk out with judgment from family members saying that I need to relax. When you go in hungry and your service is horrible it ends up Domino into the vibe you have with your guess some people get really upset when they get awful service and when you have family with you you already have problems in the mix so it really sucks to go out dining and have a bad experience because it trickles into the ambience on the setting the experience that was had by the guests and their attitudes. read more

Wow, I feel really bad right now for not tipping enough. Last night I picked up the "Dinner for Two" with chicken shawarma on my way home, and they TOTALLY nailed it. Best meal I've had in a long while. THANK YOU, and you're getting a bigger tip next time read more

Consistently good food and service. Hard to pass up when I am in the neighborhood. In fact, I bring home an order for my wife because she loves the chicken kabob. Great interaction with staff. Just a great place altogether. Really. read more

I had never been to this place and found them online I called the Restaurant to see if they offered some sort of take out combo plate, he recommend the chicken shawarma I ordered and it was perfect everything I was craving in 1 plate. It comes with seasoned chicken, rice, amazing hummus, and a really good dressed side salad & pita for 11$ i was very impressed & the manager or owner made sure to hand me the food and was very approachable super nice .. the portions are perfect for the price because you will have leftovers and the salad goes perfect with everything only thing I would recommend is homemade pita would make it all worth while . Overall I had a great experience. read more

Found this place on Yelp after trying another Mediterranean in Simi that I was unhappy with. Ali Baba's has great fresh food with reasonable prices and the customer service is wonderful read more

I am very unhappy I ordered from online the house specialty oven roasted chicken and it says under house specialty serve with rice sautéed vegetables and a salad they have a half a chicken a whole chicken offer I order the whole chicken there is an ask Rick's in the ass or he says these dishes come with specific that side dishes please ask your server I got it to go so there was no server to ask when I got the order sent back to my office it was only chicken and pita bread no site very disappointing I called them they said all you want to come back and get the size I still am at work now and they said OK I'm sorry and that was it did not offer any other solution please beware of this options thank you read more

This is my go to Mediterranean restaurant. Love their chicken shawarma and koofta. Also fast, great, and reasonably priced.

Expensive but completely worth it. The only place I would say is true. No matter what I get there is always too much delicious food.

This has been my families go-to for days we don't want to cook or just need a treat for years. The food is amazing, their falafels are the best I've ever had and the chicken kababs are so juicy and tender. The spice level on all dishes is amazing. The shawarma wraps are also really good. The burger is something I just tried and fell in love with, it's a huge serving so worth the $8/9 price and the fries that come with it are also amazing. read more

Friendly, helpful, efficient people work here to make and serve delicious fresh food. (They have the best hummus I've ever had from a restaurant. My wife agrees.) I have eaten here only about a dozen or so times in the past year; usually get it to go-and every time it's delicious. Fair prices for what you get. Will return. Probably soon. read more

This place needs no introduction !!! Too good !! Must must visit . We loved everything that was ordered . Starters and the main course .

I never write reviews but the people working were very personable and friendly. They also helped cure my hangover and the food is really good! read more

Great food, and the owner is super friendly. I highly recommend. Best Persian food in Simi Valley

Ali babas is always fresh and delicious! The owner and the staff are so kind and welcoming. If you're craving Mediterranean food. This place is it! Btw, I found out that they feed those in need once a month on Sundays and I thought that I'll keep supporting this establishment. read more

Got chicken shawarma with hummus and falafel. My dad got lamb kebab. Everything was delicious. I was surprised at how good the falafel was. Every time I've had felafel it's hard on the inside and outside. This falafel was crunchy outside and soft inside. It was a lot of food so I took some for lunch the next day and the falafel and everything was still so good. I don't go to that side of town a lot but if I do I'll come back for sure. read more