I almost didn't end up here because of a mix-up with our meeting location, and I'm really glad we did. The food was outstanding. The steak and chicken kebabs were cooked to order and were incredibly tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. Honestly, they're in the top three kebabs I've ever had anywhere. Even the salad deserves a mention. I had it completely plain with no dressing, and it was fresh, crisp, and flavorful enough that it didn't need anything added. The service matched the food. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely seemed happy to be there. The entire experience felt effortless. I'll absolutely be back, and if you're looking for exceptionally well-prepared kebabs, this place deserves a visit. read more

Baba Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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I've been to this location several times, and they are consistently good. This time, I got the mixed Bolani regular (chives and potato Bolani). If I had to choose one, I prefer the potato Bolani. The portion size for the Bolani is massive so you will be eating it over the course of several meals! I've tried a bunch of their kabobs, and this time I got the chicken kabob with an extra skewer. The chicken is pretty juicy. My favorite one is actually the beef kabob, so I would recommend that one if you were only trying one type of kabob! read more

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Delicious dinner tonight at Baba Kabob. The small spot was full of Afghani families, and we were fortunate to nab the last booth. For me, the rices were standout here - both the plain and the extra side of cranberry/carrot kabuli rice that I ordered because the menu pic looked so scrumptious (and it was!) As for the meats - never tried Chaplin before, and enjoyed the bold spices. The lamb kebab was puzzling, as it didn't smell or taste like any lamb we'd tried before. The spicy chicken shawarma was so juicy, and definitely packed a punch, which was tempered by the soft and pillowy pita bread. Friendly service, and warm, family-oriented environment. read more

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Stopped in earlier this week. Had the combo plate with Chicken and beef. The food here is the best around. Place is small but the food is so good it's hard to believe. If you haven't been I highly suggest you go. Service is good and selection is amazing. read more

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Just go here.... Take my word for it... BEST FOOD IN SAN DIEGO. Hands down. Best ever. The staff is amazing and everything else too. read more

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This place can get busy at lunch time. I came to place my lunch order to go just before they got busy. It took awhile to get your food because they make everything fresh. The potato bolani was good and was a huge portion. It was probably better to have this at the restaurant than as a to go order since it was a bit soft and soggy half an hour later when we were eating it. We also ordered the chicken shawarma salad. We did enjoy it but it was nothing special. Will probably try their kabob plates next time. The chicken was good and not dry. Also a big portion and good for sharing. read more

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I ordered the chicken and beef combo which came with rice and salad. I liked the rice and salad but not a fan of the meats. I should have opted for the gyro which looked tasty. I tried the chicken shawarma, it was seasoned well. I liked the hummus and pita. The pita was very soft and warm. The baklava was a great dessert, it had a perfect amount of nuttiness. Parking was plenty since it was in a shopping center. read more

Baba Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

My godson and I tried Baba Kabob yesterday while we were taking a break from playing Magic at At Ease Games near Harbor Freight. Baba Kabob is no-frills, but friendly, down-to-earth, and pretty tasty. I ordered a chicken shawarma sandwich and my godson ordered the Baba kabob, which is essentially the same but with gyro meat included. Both sandwiches also came with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and tzatziki. My favorite thing about these sandwiches was how non-greasy they were. Sometimes halal street food can get greasy or overly oily, but these sandwiches weren't like that. Also, the meat tasted pretty high quality. The large bottle of sriracha at the table was a nice plus, too. Overall, pretty tasty, fresh halal street food. Prices are slightly steep, but the quality, atmosphere, and customer service offset that enough. read more

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Absolutely delicious! Fresh and vibrant and not too expensive--great value for money. Scrumptious flavor and generous portions. We'd go back in a heartbeat! read more

We ordered catering for 25 guests at a bridal shower. The food was fresh, hot and delicious. Everyone loved the gyro meat and chicken. The hummus and tzatziki sauce were the best we've tasted. The rice, pita, and salad were excellent as well. The catering portions were so generous that everyone took food home with them. The price was an incredible deal for the quantity and quality of the food. Several guests called us after the party to get contact details for Baba Kabob which we gladly shared. Highly recommend for takeout and catering. read more

Baba Kabob is amazing! I've came back so many times, and the chicken kabob plate is always on point--juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The service is always friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere/ambiance makes it a great spot to sit down and enjoy your food. I even put my coworker onto this place, and now he comes here all the time too . Great food, great service, great vibe. Definitely one of my favorite spots. 10/10! read more

Can't believe we waited so long to eat here and I cannot wait to come back. The potato bolani was plenty to share and also great leftover. Both sandwiches were delicious and will definitely be trying more options next time. read more

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It's been a while since I've written a review and I've gotta say this place knocked my socks off! It was outstanding in every way. The service was amazing...everyone was super kind and helpful. They even helped us get my mom situated with her walker without asking--it was like second nature to them. The prices are incredibly reasonable especially considering the high quality of the food and the very generous portions. The lamb shank literally fell off the bone and melted in my mouth. It was seasoned to perfection. The rice was so flavorful and even the salad dressing complimented the meal and the veggies were fresh. The bolani was delicious and warm and comforting....I look forward to returning and trying the potato version. My friend had the Gyro which was a flavor explosion and my mom had the chicken kabob. I was most impressed with how tender and juicy the chunks of white meat chicken were--how did they do that? Clearly they cook with love and it shows. I don't have any interior pics but it was a small bright space with maybe 5 or 6 tables. I'm already planning my next visit--hope to see you there! read more

Baba Kabob - Lamb shank and Kabuli rice - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Heard a lot of hype about this place from my friends and it lived up to expectations. We ordered the chicken kabob, beef kabob, and potatoe Bolani. The rice portions are gigantic here! Highlights for me were the chicken and bolani. I have no idea how they got the white meat to be so moist and tender! The bolani was absolute fire - so addicting. We enjoyed it with the included white sauce. Service is so friendly, felt like we were dining at a family run establishment. The workers checked in with us several times to ask if the food was ok. This is rare for a fast food shop and much appreciated. I will certainly be back! read more

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I placed a pickup order and was pleasantly surprised by how easy parking was, there were plenty of spots available. I ordered the fries and a falafel sandwich. The fries were generous in portion and really tasty. The falafel sandwich was flavorful, though it could have used a bit more sauce. Overall, it was a solid experience, and I'd rate it around a 3.5. read more

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Hearty servings. Takes about 12-15 minutes for the kabob to come off the grill. 3 skewers was to much for me to finish so I got to take home some for lunch the following day. Great seasoning on all three of the grilled meats. read more

Baba Kabob - 1 Beef, 1 Chicken, & 1 Lamb kabob skewers w/ Rice and Salad. - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Very good afghan kabob spot on Miramar Few table inside and no outside Can get pretty busy at lunch time I usually get the spicy chicken pita read more

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I came here around 1 PM on a Tuesday. It's in a shopping center with plenty of parking. Even though they were fairly busy, I didn't have to wait at the counter to place my order. I ordered the chicken and beef kebab combo, which came with a generous portion of rice and a salad. The kebabs were incredibly tender and cooked perfectly, with great flavor. The dipping sauces were excellent, and the salad was very fresh. Our food came out in under 10 minutes, and the portions were large enough that I had to take half to go. The employees were friendly and welcoming. I'll definitely be back. read more

Baba Kabob - Kebab combo with chicken and Beef Kabob & Chicken Kabob Combo - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Love this place! The meats (chicken, beef, lamb, etc.) are always grilled perfectly (moist and tender). Service could be a little more friendly. But if you want a quick and healthy bite, Baba Kabob is the place to go. read more

Baba Kabob - Beef Kabob & Chicken Kabob Combo - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Small, local business. Great food, good price, small business feel and customer service. What is not to love?! I had the lamb kebab with salad and rice. read more

The best afghan food in San Diego. The amount they give you is plenty to keep you full for hours and the food is so flavorful, and the price point is super fair it is definitely worth a visit. It is family owned and they are hospitable and the service is fantastic. My new go to spot for this type of food!!! read more

Baba Kabob - Chicken Schwarma plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Wanted to try someplace new and a cusine I wasn't too familiar with. Glad I started here! The restaurant is pretty unassuming and is setup like most others in the area - counter service and a decent amount of seating. The person at the register was prompt and kind. We got the baba kabob sandwich (one spicy, one regular) and an order of chive bolanti. The sandwich is STUFFED but the flavors and portions are well balanced and work. The chive bolanti is great and simple, like naan with less air. Overall, would come here again for sure if the craving hit. read more

Baba Kabob - Chive bolanti - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Amazing yummy food, loved the meal i ordered, the pickled vegetables they sell are very delicious as well

BEST CHICKEN SHAWARMA IN SAN DIEGO! All caps because I really am yelling at you. I'm usually a die-hard gyro person and am usually confident that the gyro is 10x better than the chicken shawarma, but this is the first time that I will concede that standing. the soft pita is massively stuffed with chunks of tender and juicy chicken which is perfectly seasoned. A delicate sauce drizzled over it and a generous portion of crisp and fresh veggies adorns the top. The insides are so full that you'll probably need the provided spoon to scoop up the bits that fall out. dont get me wrong - I really enjoyed my gyro sandwich, which I added feta (pro tip). The meat was juicy, well seasoned, and a perfect ratio of meat to veggies. The soft pita really hit the one home, it was too good I didn't want to put it down between bites! I will absolutely be back to this place. Next up will be their kabobs! if these first two items were any indication of their quality, I know I'll be impressed with the kabob... I mean, it is their namesake, right? read more

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Decided to stop by on a whim! Delicious food. Chicken and steak were tender, falafel was fresh, spicy, and hot. Great vibe and service!

Came here at the recommendation of one of my coworkers and, after eating here, I definitely agree with him! This place is really good with friendly staff and the portion sizes are massive! I tried their Potato Bolani (absolutely to die for! The seasoning was amazing and I loved it with the schug) and Mantu (also very good, but heavy on the sauce for me. It tasted great with the veggies on top and they didn't skimp on the filling). While I enjoyed the food right as I got it, surprisingly, I enjoyed it even more as leftovers! All those flavors had time to soak in to the food and it was too good! Highly recommend and you bet I'll be back to try more from here. read more

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Great food! Made to order, super fresh! The beef, chicken and kafta were moist and perfectly marinated/seasoned. The rice, salad, and wraps were all very fresh. Love that it's family owned and operated as well! They were very friendly. Interior is very clean. It is the best Afghan/middle eastern food around town. read more

I have heard many good things about this shop and it did not disappoint. The aushak dumplings were delicious and I was able to have it with the potato balani, great combination. My gf got the gyro and rice plate, very good as well. The restaurant atmosphere is very comfortable and the workers checked on us if we needed anything else. Highly recommend and the food I ate. read more

Baba Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Recently, my friend and I stopped by this place to get some food. Overall, the service was fine, but the food was a little too salty, so anyone who goes there should be prepared for that. read more

I love Afghan food and this place did not disappoint! We tried the lamb kabob entree and the potato bolani. The lamb kabob was tender and flavorful and paired well with the rice and salad. The bolani was great as well! It was my first time trying bolani and I'm so glad that I did - the potato filling was spiced perfectly and went so well with the flatbread. It was also a very generous portion and a delicious complement to our meal. Baba Kabob had a very chill and laid back vibe and nice workers. There's plenty of parking in the lot outside. Would return! read more

Baba Kabob - Lamb Kabob & Potato Bolani - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Walked in and it smelled delicious. It was about half full around 12pm when I came which is always a good sign that people aren't just taking it to go but are sitting and enjoying themselves. It was well lit and seating for about 30 people. There is a tv there that was playing the college basketball game. Theres about 20 things on the menu to choose from. I went with the Baba kabob sandwich and added spicy and feta. It was juicy and the feta added a nice touch. I love spice. It had a nice flavor to it but wouldn't necessarily call it spicy. I'd most definitely come back. Service was quick. Took no more than 8 minutes from order to get my meal. There is about 5 spots right in front of the place but parking is plentiful since it's in a business park. Solid place for lunch. read more

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I found this hidden gem on Yelp & they've been ranked in the top 35 restaurants in the nation on Yelp! Ron & his wife are cooking with love here! I highly recommend the Chicken & Beef Kabob Combo, they use Filet meat for the beef & it's amazing! read more

This is my favorite Baba Kabob location. All of them are family owned and operated slightly different, this location has plenty of room for a sit in meal, and even has some great items for sale in their tiny deli area. My favorite being the lamb kabobs with the their delicious rice (I am not a rice fan), but I do eat theirs, especially with the lamb juices on them and some of their yogurt sauce. Make sure you get the pistachio cookies from their deli, they are light and oh so good. read more

Came across Fresno to San Diego almost 7 hours drive decided to eat some food for late lunch googled restaurant near me found Baba kabab Ordered 4 lamb kebab 1 chicken kebab 1 beef kebab 1 kabuli Palau every one was starving.everyone surprised by the taste it was absolutely delicious. Recommend you guys go there you won't regret. Service was excellent the owner was caring. Clean and calm easy to communicate read more

Baba Kebab is a hidden gem! The food was fresh, flavorful, and honestly, one combo plate was more than enough to feed both my husband and me--we left full and happy. The service was great too--friendly and efficient, even with how busy the place gets. read more

Baba Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

This is probably the best place I've eaten for Middle Eastern Cuisine. Got the kabobs and everything they made was fresh, authentic and delicious. You can tell these guys are doing it right cause it was a line of people throughout lunch. Super nice service, you can't go wrong here. read more

Baba Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Baba Kabob may look relatively unassuming from the outside, but there's a reason why it's a local favorite on Yelp. I've been coming here for a couple of years now and not much has changed, which is a good thing. Inside it is a small restaurant where you order at the counter and then sit down. In addition to the variety of middle eastern dishes on the menu, they sell pre-packaged Afghan snacks next to the ordering kiosk. They also offer larger family platters featuring different types of kabobs. Whenever I go here, I always order the chapli kabob because it is something I can't find at many other restaurants. Chapli is a type of spiced beef patty, but it is much larger than a hamburger patty and is much more flavorful. It is also slightly thinner and softer than a hamburger patty, which makes it easy to cut into smaller pieces. All entrees on the menu come with a salad and lots of rice. They also have a side of fries available as well as salads with gyro or shawarma. I always like coming to Baba Kabob because the food is always delicious and I believe it is worth checking out if you have not tried it before. read more

Baba Kabob - Chapli kabob entree - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

timely service, neat, hospitable, mouth watering flavors. My to go place always when I come to San Diego from Fresno. read more

Baba Kabob - Lamb kebab with Nan and salad. - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

The chicken and lamb combo is to die for , I've been coming here for about 3-4 years and I can constantly eat the chicken and lamb combo . When I dream , I dream about the chicken and lamb combo. My final meal will be a chicken and lamb combo , I'll name my kid Chicken and lamb combo . Ima get chicken and lamb combo tatted across my chest . P.s everything is delicious friendliest staff in the world , but nothing beats the chicken and lamb combo . read more

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I was looking for a new mediterrenian place to replace the old one I went to for years. It was a hard break up it I found this place nearby where I work. I was pleasantly surprised, all the food was excellent! I had the many and spicy chicken shawarma plate. My gosh, very good quality food, very tasty and full of colorful flavours. When I picked up my food, I saw some deserts on display (pistachio cream stuffed sweet rolls, don't remember the name) I got 2 of them and the flavor was something I've never had and was better than I expected. This was overall a good experience and of course I had to get extra tzaziki. How could I not? read more