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    Alien Doner

    4.6 (85 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Ihsan B.

    It is so exciting to have new halal food spots in the neighborhood and Alien turkish Doner is one of the newest options. The food tasted great but the portion size is pretty small for the price in my opinion which is the only reason I am not giving 5 star rating. I also liked the running self serve cold ayran dispenser they have. The staff is friendly and the location is quiet with plenty of parking always available in this shopping center.

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    Tony J.

    We've been wanting to try this restaurant for quite a while, and we were pleasantly surprised on how the meat was perfectly moist and deliciously seasoned. Today I re-learned that, "döner kebab" is a Turkish dish with meat cooked vertically on a fire rotisserie, and then meat shavings are sliced off as it cooks. I also re- learned that it's delicious! Also would like to note, there is a really friendly restaurant staff. Additionally, the customers were all very nice. It's really nice having conversations, with other patrons about the deliciousness of the food. Furthermore, The place is very clean, & very cozy, just a great place to go in for Doner. I'm wondering why it's called "Alien" Doner. I'm assuming because - the taste is so good, it's like being from another world ?

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    Alejandro A.

    Great wraps and fresh ingredients, definitely will go back. I did pick up but the atmosphere is nice and everything was clean

    Ajay H.

    Ah Döner... hard to find in America yet this spot appears in Garden Grove on the side of the road, once every weeknight. Ambiance is casual and street-y. Parking is rough but the wait is worth it! Sauces complement the savory and succulent Döner and this is a nice little gem nestled in Central Orange County! Staff is friendly and attentive, and ensure to get into line to promptly submit your order!

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    Yavuz K.

    If you are craving actual, authentic Turkish yaprak döner, leaflets of stacked, thin-sliced layers of perfectly seasoned juicy beef or chicken döner, this is the spot! The lentil soup, the bread, and all the sides are all delicious and taste like home. I've had the plate with both chicken and beef, as well as the beef sandwich, but you can do the plate, the classic wrap, or sandwich; you can't go wrong with any of them. Good portions, amazing taste. Will try the iskender or a wrap for lunch next time. Hands down the best döner in the U.S., on both sides of the Mississippi :) Most "döner" places nowadays just put ground beef on a stick and call it a day. This is finally a local real döner place done the proper way. It's been so long since I've had remotely good döner that eating here, the flavor was so delicious and out of this world that it was almost... alien :P Friendly staff, great service, incredible food, great atmosphere: have to give it a try!

    Ciftevatandas Y.

    Alien Döner really lives up to its name, out of this world. The döner wrap was loaded with juicy, well-seasoned meat, crispy potatoes, and flavorful sauce. Everything tasted fresh, and the portion was very filling. The restaurant is clean and modern, and ordering through the self-service kiosks was quick and easy. Food came out hot and fast. If you're looking for great Turkish döner with a modern setup, this spot is a must-try. Highly recommended.

    Sinan C.

    I went to Alien Döner and they must be staffed by extraterrestrials because no human delivers service this good. I've never been welcomed so warmly -- they treated me like I just landed from a long space mission. The döner? OUT. OF. THIS. WORLD. I'm a huge foodie and I've had döner all over the planet -- Turkey, Europe, everywhere -- and this is the best I've ever had. Perfect flavor, crazy quality, and portions that could feed a small galaxy. If you're looking for amazing et döner and next-level service, beam yourself here immediately!

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    Archie S.

    I believe this place recently opened up as I had never noticed it there. As you enter you see a menu above with options for plates, sandwiches, and wraps. But on the kiosk they have a lot more variety of items so do not be fooled by the small menu of options. I scrolled thru and the had some great options with meat over fries, and other dishes. But I decided to get their Beef Lunar Cycle which were wraps cut up and served with Lebne and Rice. The sauce that came over the wraps was amazing! And the rice with vermicelli noodles just had such a nice texture and flavor that I wanted more. The meat though was a little dry hard for me. If the meat was a little more tender and juicy it would have been amazing but maybe it was just this day. They have a little seating area inside for dine in, one thing I would say is for the staff to maybe greet or interact with the guests. Since there's the kiosk the interaction is very minimal but it would add warmth by greeting and thanking guests as a part of customer service.

    jiyan s.

    The service was super friendly and quick, everyone working there genuinely seems to love what they do. They happily walked me through all the options, from wraps to plates, and you could tell everything was made with care rather than rushed out. The portions are generous, the prices are totally fair, and the quality is way better than you'd expect from such a relaxed, casual spot. Whether you're popping in for a quick bite or settling in for a laid-back meal, this place serves up Turkish döner that's flavorful, authentic, and seriously satisfying.

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    Yusuf B.

    Honestly I thought this was another kebab place in Lake forest, but it turns out I've never been to a doner concept like this. I think it's the 1st of its kinda around here. Ordered the beef döner plate which was juicy big portion of meat that came with crispy fries. The meat was well seasoned and thinly sliced. Although the portion was big I ordered another one to share with wife. This is the 1st time I felt like tasting a real tender doner with smoky flavor. It came pretty quick too we were surprised. Can't find doner anywhere else more authentic than this place makes it. Hats off

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    I got the İskender and chicken wrap. It was so flavorful and amazing!! Everyone working here is so nice and the service is great!!

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    5 months ago

    Döner is delicious. Prices are amazing. Give it a try and you wont regret. No waiting in the line.

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    The beef doner is out of this world! The meat Doesn't need any sauce as it is so delicious! Must try! Great staff and service!

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    5 months ago

    This place feels like a hidden gem for Middle Eastern food lovers. The service was quick, and the employees are very friendly.

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    1 year ago

    They make the best döner in California service 5 star delicious food I respect it thank you guys

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    Our favorite doner spot in OC. Tastes better than some of the best doner restaurants in Turkey. Excellent service and nice people.

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    7 months ago

    Really good and must try . We like it and we will come back again. The portions are very big also

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    7 months ago

    The best turkeys food I ever tried. Love it, the beef, the chicken, the sandwiches, everything was amazing.

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    3 months ago

    it's not the same taste as they were in the food truck, so kind of disappointed with the taste

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    6 months ago

    Probably the best meat and chicken gyro in town. Cozy and friendly staff, if you want a real taste of Turkish doner, visit this joint

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    Absolutely delicious! I got the beef doner plate. It was pretty big and filling. Definitely coming back.

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    What happened to the bread? Please bring back the turkish bread again! Turkish doner never been in Pita bread!

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