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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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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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

Go here. Just do it. Trust me. Order ANY type of meat and you won't go wrong. Their chicken shawarma and rice is what I get every single time and I will most likely never stray. I could live off this stuff. The flavoring, the rice. THE SALAD. They always give me extra sauce when I ask and they never charge me. The service is spectacular. So nice. Genuinely will tell you what to order depending on what you like and always have the best recommendations. Thei chicken is the best thing in the world. I will have them cater my wedding. No matter what. This place is my #1 in San Diego and has been since the first time I tasted that chicken and their sauce. The inside is such a great place to eat and relax and friends and coworkers. Go here. Do it. Trust me. read more

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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

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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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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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

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

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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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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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

Delicious. Ate in and their to go business is busy. We received our food in a timely manner and it was really good. I would definitely come back. Not crowded at all. read more

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

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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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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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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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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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

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

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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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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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

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

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

Been eating there for over a year and a half or so haven't had a bad meal yet. Great service great food. Everybody should probably enjoy it.

The food was amazing! We ordered the Potato Bolani, which was the house special. We had the Chicken shwarma sandwich- which was generously filled with chicken. They offered us a complimentary chicken soup. I'd recommend this place again! The service was quick. read more

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The worst food ever.. their beef kebab is 8.99 with no bread no salad it was over cooked. Their food is wayyy over priced compared to other Afghan restaurants. I will never recommend this place to anything waste of money. read more

Got takeout to go, overall very good food. Quabuli pallow, potato bolani, chicken & beef kabob, chicken tikka korma. Kabobs were a bit dry, i was hoping the chicken korma can be more saucy. Nonetheless would def repeat read more

Baba Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Food: 6/10 Service: 8/10 Ambiance: 7/10 Food LOOKS better than it tastes, which I was sad about because it looked soooo good. It just tastes mediocre. Nothing too great. Nothing too bad read more

Baba Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Go get yourself a chicken or beef kabob! Awesome service with a family run business that is hands on! Go to order is a double chicken kabob plate with a side of their homemade humus and pita! read more

Amazing fresh food! They are one of yelps to restaurants and you can taste why. The service is always great and food is always excellent. Bonus tip: If you check in then you get a free fountain drink. read more

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Great place! Baba Kabab is one of the best places I've been to. The food is very delicious -- everything is fresh, flavorful, and made with care. The workers are very nice and polite, always friendly and quick to help. The atmosphere is cozy, and you feel like home. I'll definitely come back again and highly recommend this place! read more

Baba Kabob - Good food - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

My experience with this place has been always great to beef kebab chicken kebab the rice everything about this place is amazing

I saw that Baba Kabob was on the Yelp 100 list last year and it has been on my list to try for a while. I finally ordered take-out from them and I understand why it's such a hit! I ordered the potato bolani and chicken kabab and both were delicious. The potato bolani actually comes in a huge pizza box. The potato stuffing was like a samosa stuffed in flatbread, and I loved the dipping sauce it came with. The chicken kabob was flavorful and juicy and the dish was a very generous portion. I ordered both of these items for myself and I got about four meals out of them. read more