We went to this restaurant and really enjoyed it. The food was good, and the baklava was delicious too. Everything was very clean, the staff were nice, and the prices were reasonable. Yes, I'd recommend this place! read more

Betty's Kabob - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Modesto, California

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This place is really a hidden gem. I only give it 3 stars because there is room for improvement, such as the decore is just basic and the chicken kabob tasted funny to me ( that's just my opinion, maybe it was just that day idk). Still with that being said I loved the beef kabob and the falafel I could eat all day. I want to go back and try other items and see which will be my favorite. Im Arabic and I feel this place has authentic food and worth giving a try and be adventurous and try something new, otherwise you'll never know what your missing. I say this to all the people who aren't familiar with middle eastern food. Give them a try, live alittle haha. I think the prices might be slightly high for what your getting but what do I know haha. I know prices are going up and we just have to get used to it. read more

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We are here on the way back from the Bay Area. We wanted something "Ketoish" friendly. Yelp, you lead us here and did not disappoint. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was so full of flavor. The restaurant itself was clean. My wife had the steak and beef kabobs and I had lamb and chicken. The flavors are so good and on point. I substituted the rice for a salad. We also had the hummus which was delicious. My wife really liked the pita that came with it I ordered a side of cucumber for the hummus. The entire meal was a lot of food. We both ate the leftovers for lunch the following day. Do your taste buds a favor and check out this restaurant. read more

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Great food and service. Been going there for many years. The food is always fresh and delicious.

Soup is value for money. $10.99 But the meal ( a dish with 90% RICE , one tomatoe and pepper grilled, and a piece of beef ( about 10 1/2 inch pieces of meat) NOT WORTH $23 dollars and tax. I walked in a near 7pm and they were closing. I was not looking for a 40 dollar tab, but made the decision to try their meal since I had not been in the place since Betty ( or owner) took over from the last proprietor. I was disappointed by what I received. That said, If I feel like a good soup, I will return just to buy that and take home, but prefer to go to other similiar locations for a full meal, or to my dearest friends to eat homecooking. I only give three stars for the 4 STAR soup and nice man who assisted me to convince owner to cook, since it was closing time. read more

We were wanting something different for dinner and happened to be in the neighborhood, due to a doctor's appointment. We were going to go to Mongolian BBQ, when I noticed the sign for Betty's Kabobs and thought we'd give it a try. So happy we did. The place looks clean and well maintained. The red, white and black color scheme is cute. The murals painted on the walls are nicely done and are in keeping with the aesthetic of the menu. The server was almost too attentive as he checked on us multiple times. He even chatted with us after our meal and asked if we had any problems or suggestions to make it better. We weren't the only people in the restaurant and it appeared he paid attention to them as much as he did us. Husband and I both had lamb dishes, although they were different. I love lamb, but don't get it very often. The food was delicious. The lamb was perfectly cooked and tasted really good. The accompanying rice was tender and well seasoned. I see someone else left a bad review on Yelp. All I can say is that person must have been having a very bad day, or they are extremely hard to please, because we didn't experience any thing like what they complained about. read more

I was wondering why it was not very busy at this restaurant for lunch After the food arrives, I figured it out quickly. The only thing I could improve here is to replace the chef. No reason to go on and on and on the food needs a pro. Service was average at the best, but who cares when the food was barely eaten do you think they would figure it out themselves by seeing how many plates go back to the kitchen not empty attention restaurant Owner look at the place going back to the kitchen if they're not empty, there's a reason read more

Outstanding authentic Greek cuisine. Not fancy but, very clean and the meals (Gyros, Falafel) we had were superb!! Betty is such a sweet lady!! read more

Steak was not good for kebabs have had different types was very dry and not seasoned well rice was good and so was chicken tho overall not a bad bite just do not order and steak here read more

Great service, good, fresh food. Very clean restaurant. I'd come back again and again. The dolmas are great.

Love Betty's!! Have been here a few times for takeout and it's always good and great portions. Friendly workers (might be family owned?) Definitely recommend the kabob plates, comes with rice, tomato and roasted jalapeno. Won't be back in Modesto ever again but glad I was able to enjoy it during the times I did! Would recommend!!! read more

Always order take out. Their kubideh plates are always consistent and delicious. I personally prefer the rice cooked longer in terms of grain doneness, so i just separate and steam for an extra 10-15 minutes on stovetop at home but thats all personal preference. Large servings last us through the next day and everyone happy. Try their fresh baklava if you see it. Havent dined in restaurant but im sure its just as good. read more

The food was amazing and true to the regions recipes. I thoroughly enjoyed the food and the professionalism and the courtesy of the server will most definitely come here again. read more

The restaurant is small, but clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Service was excellent! As mentioned in another review, the rice is super bland. My chicken kabob tasted like it was washed with dish soap. The lamb and pita were good. I really wanted to like this place. Maybe it's the spices I wasn't a fan of? Bummer. read more

Betty's Kabob - Chicken kabob plate - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Modesto, California

Food was amazing, customer service was also very good by the ginger Matthew. Love this place. read more

Betty's Kabob - Side skewer koobideh with rice. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Modesto, California

Our first time here. The chicken soltani was good as well as the portion. Will try other items next time. read more

Betty's Kabob - Chicken Soltani. Very good and great portion! Will try other items on the menu next time. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Modesto, California

The food is great. We had the gyro sandwich with fries, Persian salad and chicken skewer. The yogurt sauce was so good and fresh. The food was served hot and cold, just right. read more

Great Persian food with delicious kabobs. I ordered the chicken sultani and it was delicious. Also the owner is incredibly kind and makes you feel as if you're home. The service was incredible! read more

This is the best persian food ive ever had and the owner is ths nicest and makes you feel like your visiting his home

Best service ever and best food ever!! The owner is so sweet and so kind! Has amazing hospitality!!

I had dinner here for the first time tonight, and it was delicious! They were fast, friendly, and the place was clean and conveniently located. I had the falafel sandwich and a piece of baklava. They make the baklava fresh in house at least every other day, often daily, so it is fresh and delicious. It was the best I have had in town! I will definitely be back to try other things on the menu. If the falafel and baklava are any indication, the rest of the food should be amazing! read more

Came in on lunch break from work. Waited a few seconds before being greeted kindly by the woman in the front. She did a great job explaining all the options and her favorites. I ended up getting an order of the cabbage dolma and the Chicken & Beef Barg combination plate. Both were extremely good and extremely fresh. New weekly or bi-weekly lunch spot for me! Would highly recommend this spot to anyone. Food is very fresh and clean and the ladies working were very nice and helpful read more

Service 5/5 Ma and Pop's shop. Highly recommended. Foods 4.5/5 Ambiance 4.5/5 Lots of parking read more

Betty's Kabob - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Modesto, California

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Matthew, our server, provided attentive service. We ordered the Chicken and Koonideh, and added a skewer of Lamb. The food was cooked to perfection and everything was delicious. read more

I love Betty's kabob and the people that work there. They are great for office or holiday parties or just for lunch. read more

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I looked on yelp for Mediterranean food in Modesto and saw the great reviews and descriptions regarding food and service..then I headed over. I m getting hungry just thinking about it now and luckily have some leftovers from yesterday" s lunch there. The manager, Fred, greeted me as I entered and said sit anywhere. Every table was clean. Fred described the various menu items , and I got 2 chicken kabobs ..one breast meat, one dark meat. Both were delicious, but the dark meat was softer and juicier. The rice was perfect, and there was a grilledd tomato and grilled spicy pepper..the whole meal was huge and magnificent...succulent chicken, hot tasty veggies and firm tender white rice with yellow rice atop..i 'll post a picture. I had the Persian ice cream too because I really wanted to try it even though I had this huge feast too. The whole time I was there, Fred and his nephew Matthew were so attentive. I will definitely make this a regular dining spot, as I dine out most days at least once. I parked right outside the door, and Fred offered to help me to my car which was so polite..i use a cane to walk, so it's really nice to be offered assistance. Well I'm wrapping this up and going to nuke those leftovers right now..i kniw if you go to Betty's kabobs you will go again. Yum! read more

Betty's Kabob - Chicken kabobs with rice, tomato and pepper - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Modesto, California

A hidden gem! You know it's a going to be good when the owner works day in and day out. They homemake all of their food. My husband got the basmato rice with ground beef and chicken skewer. The ground beef was juicy and not fry at all. They marinate it before putting it fresh on the grill as you order it. I ordered the basmati rice with beef flank steak and chicken. I love it. The baklava is a dessert I tried for my first time, a flaky pastry like dessert incredibly sweet you only need two bites. Most importantly they serve bargs rootbeer!! With the pandemic no one can get bargs rootbeer love it. She even gave complimentary flat warm bread I ordered a side of cucumber yogurt sauce. Yummm! I love supporting small business. Please also try the Persian tea, she gives you a real sugar cube. Never seen one before. We will definitely be returning. Tip: portions are huge! You can share one plate between two men or possibly even 3 women. read more

Food is always delicious and service is great. The skewer plates are large enough to share. Which works great for our family. Cabbage dolma is my favorite. We have been coming here for YEARS and would highly recommend. read more

The place looks closed, but once you enter the decor is what I expect from my time overseas. The staff are very friendly and polite. The food is excellent and well priced for the quality of food. Definitely plan a return soon with the entire family. read more

Betty's Kabob - Betty's Kabob is a great place... - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Modesto, California

Don't waste your money! I could not believe how horrible this food was. The table was filthy with sticky stuff on the ripped plastic tablecloth. The falafel was hard as a rock and burnt. read more

I really wanted to love this place. I will say the staff was so friendly and kind. The place is small but very clean. We had the chicken barg, gyro plate, beef barg and hummus. The chicken tasted like burnt plastic. The gyro meat was good but the rice was so bland. The beef barg was the best part of the meal, grilled perfectly, but still very bland. Unfortunately the hummus was so runny and the pita so thin and dry we couldn't eat them. read more

Food was okay and it's a bit pricey. I paid $50 plus for a chicken kabob, beef shawarma and 2 pcs of baklava.

Seriously guys,Betty's freshly made baklava is one of the BEST baklava's I've ever had,i always order the chicken and beef combo ! Always tender,tasty,filling,generous portions and more ! Thank you Betty for your delicious cooking :) read more

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So good! They came out and described dishes. They checked on me. The food was amazing and I'll return!

The food was excellent and the staff was so kind and friendly. We really love seeing a family owned restaurant give there best attention to detail of the food and customers. Try something new and give Betty's Kabob a try. read more

Ordered here for the first time and got Lamb Kabobs-- my husband said that the service was good, but my order was not. My lamb kabob was overcooked that it was so tough to chew. Even after cutting those up into small pieces, my jaw still hurt. I gave up after 2 pieces and just threw the rest out. read more

The food is amazing! My go to's are chicken soltani with zeresk polo and ghorme sabzi. The food is always perfectly seasoned. Betty is friendly and welcoming. The portions are huge. I can eat off one order for a couple of days. If you are into Persian food you've got to check out this diamond in the rough. read more

I ordered the chicken kabob and the stuffed grape leaves. Both were amazing! I'll be back!

First time here and it was really good! Our server was very sweet and attentive. I ordered the chicken kabob plate I think, delicious! They also have freshly made baklava which was really good! Definitely will come back again. read more

It was my first time eating at Betty's and it will be my last. I ordered a Gyro sandwich on pita bread it tasted sooooo nasty. The bread was hard and crunchy and tasted old. The sandwich didn't have any flavor and It didn't even come with fry's and it cost $13. The service was slow and the place was near empty. I strongly don't recommend this place it's a waste of money I was dining with a few other people and they also complained how horrible the food was too read more