Bistro Kabob

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1 year ago

Absolutely love this spot! So many great options, and the portions are huge! I always love their gyro meat, and they have great tzatziki sauce too! Salads are fresh and always huge! read more

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RC R.

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8 months ago

Good Persian food. I had a decent falafel wrap. The falafels were flavorful, but could be crispier. Our food was freshly made. It can take a while to receive your food. The outdoor patio is nice. read more

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Saeed J.

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Felice B.

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1 year ago

For freshness and quality you'd be hard pressed to find better. It's a huge, open and inviting space both indoors and out - and you can easily forget the shopping mall outside and linger here. They have some alcoholic options but it's all about the Persian food, if you ask me. Their koobideh combo plate (#2) was excellent! It's a chicken breast kebab with a ground beef kebab and comes with rice, salad, hummus, tzatziki and pita for about $30. Everything fresh and perfectly delivered to our table. Order at the counter seems to be the new norm so I'm overlooking it here. It's enough for two to split but more than enough for a very hungry man to not finish! We asked ourselves what we ever saw in Luna Grill for this exact plate of food and came up completely empty! They don't even come close! We will be back!! read more

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Valentina F.

6 months ago

I ordered on DoorDash. Exceeded our expectations! The lamb chops are divine! Great variety on the menu and absolutely delicious food. I will definitely dine in next time! read more

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Nick N.

1 year ago

First visit (09/16/2025) ... very good. You won't be disappointed. Food tasty and reasonably priced. Restaurant well maintained and clean.

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O K.

10 months ago

Great food! Flavor-full. A taste-bud reinvigoration. The lamb was moist to the last bite. Falafel Yum! read more

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Lauren H.

6 months ago

My dad was in town from Menifee for an appointment and surprised my brother and I and took us to lunch. I suggested Bistro Kabob as it's extremely close to my office and they have catered our staff before (food has always been delicious). The restaurant is so sweet and charming inside! There are fresh flowers on every table, comfortable dining chairs and a nice patio. The waitstaff is very kind and accommodating. I got the chicken kabob plate and my dad and brother each got a gyro plate (did not snap a photo of their lunches. Sorry!) We all loved our meals! Excellent flavor and huge portions, especially with the gyro meat. They were not shy! It is on the pricier side, however the quality of food and pretty setting are excellent and the entree itself is large enough for two if not three meals so it does balance out. I will absolutely return and highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Bistro Kabob - Chicken kabob plate - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Tracy W.

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3 years ago

Had the Lamb Shank combo. It was wonderful! Portion sizes are generous. When I am in the area, I will come back for more :) read more

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Lily K.

11 months ago

Hi this is me I'm here with my husband he loves hi Barg Kabab it was very good and I love my Dizi read more

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Hi Lily, thanks so much for sharing pictures of your meal and review!

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Ana S.

2 years ago

Lamb Tenderloin Mixed Grilled Veggies Extra Onions 4oz Hummus Pita Bread Tzatziki Sauce Hummus and veggies were amazing! Most of the Lamb pieces were tender. (About 90%) read more

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Billy B.

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2 years ago

Love this place for the food, atmosphere and owner. Patio is very well decorated, see their pics. Pros: Food is great, real Mediterranean food vs Luna which is the McD's of the greek world.. The Gyro plate was delish, I ordered extra gyro meat which was a mistake, would have easily feed 2 people. Boneless Chicken kabob was moist and tasty. Beef shish plate was huge (not cheap) but lots of food. I ordered everything to go and they did a great job packaging everything separately. Cons: not cheap like anything is these days. Boneless Chix kabob $18, Beef Shnish plate $23.50, my Gyro plate would have been $17 but I added extra meat so it was $26. BUT, like I said lots of food. side note, A couple pretending to be handicaped (saw them before their hustle) asking for money. Owner was immediately on it and called the police, if you live in Carlsbad you know the cops will show up and handle it, it's why we pay $2mil for a basic home.... read more

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Thank you for your review! We take pride in our large portions and…

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Ramin M.

2 years ago

Amazing quality and healthy food in a relaxed ambiance. Had the Kabob and Lamb Shank, with hot tea. Finished with an amazing Persian ice cream Nice seating inside, but sat outside next to a water fountain. read more

Bistro Kabob - Kavian and Lamb Shank dishes. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Saeed J.

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Nurta M.

8 months ago

The food was great. Service was good. Overall the place is fantastic! Love going there.

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Cory T.

1 year ago

Are you all insane paying these prices? Even in Carlsbad. I'd get it if it was some fine dining place close to a tourist location but in a strip mall? Less customers more margin looks like the business model. Prefer the shop one at almost half the price. read more

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Saeed J.

Cory, we appreciate your visit and your feedback. As a family-run…

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Ghazal M.

1 year ago

Came here with my family today, the atmosphere was so pleasant, we sat outside along a beautiful fountain and lots of flowers! We order chicken kabob, koobideh, and tabouli with a nice cold drink. Service was excellent and very friendly. We got a special rice with crispy bottom (tadig) super yummy with saffron flavor! Koobideh was juicy and chicken was tender. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Thank you so much for your review Ghazal!

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Nayyirah F.

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3 years ago

Always would come to this place after work to pick my family up food since they have halal food. My mom picked this place as her birthday dinner and I got to try their food out myself. My mom ordered the gyro bistro pizza and it looked delicious. I ordered the lamb shank and it was absolutely fantastic. The service was great. The pizza did take a little longer but they were good about notifying us where it was at in its process. We sat indoors as it was cooling off in the evening but it was still nice. read more

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Alyssa R.

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2 years ago

Everything was very fresh! We had the gyro plate and the combination plate. The salad that came with it was great (and the tomatoes were so fresh!) as well as fresh pita and yummy rice. They were very friendly and even came out to bring us an extra plate and plastic silverware for my toddler without me having to ask. We will definitely be back! read more

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Sharon B.

103

2 years ago

Very delicious tasty food! People are awesome!! Must come check this place out! Hidden treasure! read more

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Bistro Kabob - Chicken kale chicken was FIRE!!!! On point!!! - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Saeed J.

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Corine G.

2 years ago

Quick healthy lunch at the Bistro Kabob. Food was fresh and great portion size. I had the lunch special the Gyro. It filled me up and shared a walnut baklava. Staff is friendly and attentive. Cute patio area to eat with a water fountain and plants. The only negative is the parking lot is small for many businesses is a small area. But that will not stop me from going back. read more

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Mo S.

8 months ago

While I was in Carlsbad for Jet training for two weeks back in October 2025 I nearly went here everyday if not every other day! The owner is a great guy and the food quality is top. I'm picky and difficult to please but this place is easily 5/5. Clean environment, great workers, and overall just good service. I went in yesterday on the way down to San Diego from Irvine to catch my flight and took a detour to grab something to bite from them though it's 10 minutes off the freeway. Always will be a returning customer when in Carlsbad. read more

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Anet M.

2 years ago

I am a tour operator and in month of April we had two separate tours in 2 days and each time we got very satisfied with Bistro Kabob food, service and friendly staff. The owner Mr. Saeid is a very respectful and friendly person. I highly recommend everyone to try this restaurant and enjoy their high quality food and services and beautiful outdoor and indoor. We will definitely have our groups there for each visit to the area. read more

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Saeed J.

Hi Anet! Thanks so much for taking the time to review us! We enjoyed…

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angel y.

8 months ago

We told the server the food wasn't good. Server was really nice and more than happy to help us. The owner came out and asked us where we were from, didn't even say he was sorry. He continued to be cold and very minimalistic with his questions. He didn't even care that we were bothered, didn't even offer to take off anything from the check . He could see on the table that no one had eaten anything. The restaurant looks nice, but does not taste nice. Don't be fooled. read more

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Saeed J.

We’re sorry to hear the food was not to your liking. Guest feedback…

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Lola E.

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11 months ago

I have lived up the road for years! I am not a huge fan of kebabs, gyro, etc, so I never checked them out. BUT THEY HAVE PERSIAN FOOD! I love fesajoon! I wish I knew they had Persian food earlier! It is good as is the adas polo. The hummus and baba were just ok. The pistachio baklava was also fabulous! read more

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Antonio J.

8 months ago

Jaime was very knowledgeable about the products and offered a wide selection of the said products.

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Yoshie O.

9 months ago

Outstanding customer service experience here and delicious food thank you and restaurant very clean thank you!!

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Joe L.

9 months ago

Best entree's under $20 in Carlsbad. Quality food, great service. Also, the pizza is unique with some twists.

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Foodie F.

1 year ago

I love this healthy spot serving up made to order fast casual Mediterranean style food. I have ordered the salads as seen in pic, entrees and appetizers! The hummus is delicious, the kabobs are grilled up perfectly and the proportions are a fair amount of food. You get a really nice meal here for a great price. I highly recommend! read more

Bistro Kabob - Greek Salad - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Saeed J.

Thank you so much for your review and great picture!

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Shab K.

9 months ago

Yummy Persian stews and kabobs! Great atmosphere and high quality food brings us back every week.

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Mylene C.

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2 years ago

I ordered a Koobideh wrap & spanakopita for dinner because I had a craving for it. Unfortunately, I was super disappointed in the quality of the food. The Koobideh was dry & the spanakopita was soggy. For the higher price point, the food was definitely not worth it. The best thing about this meal was the tzatziki was really good. read more

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Saeed J.

Hi Mylene, sorry to hear this. Was this a pick up or delivery?

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Bart Raymond ..

11 months ago

Outstanding Food! Very impressed with the quality. We ordered the family platter and it was a very generous portion and delicious

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Saeed J.

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Melissa Y.

1 year ago

Their food quality is really bad, the amount of rice that comes with stew is very little, everything's very expensive. Customer service is okay. read more

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Shemron T.

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1 year ago

Amazing, fresh, great service, great atmosphere. I will definitely come back next time I'm in Carlsbad

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Ed P.

1 year ago

Food including fries. ++ Service ++ Ambiance ++ Total experience +++ Thanks Kristin and crew for a wonderful experience read more

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Sebastian A.

2 years ago

I just moved to Carlsbad and ordered a gyro pizza from Bistro Kabob. I was excited to try it since not many places have this style of pizza. After taking a few bites I noticed the pizza dough was undercooked towards the center of pie. My stomach got upset minutes after . read more

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Wow, we are so sorry to hear about this Sebastian. This is not a…

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Nelly S.

11 months ago

This was the 3rd time we went to this place for dinner. The 1st time is was great the second time it was ok but last night was terrible we ordered 4 Solrani Kabob plates. First the Kabob was tasteless very dry and no quality meat. The rice was not prepared well. The plate was full but mostly with salad to fill up the plate. All the 4 of us didn't like the food. For the bad quality it was expensive. Not worth it at all. Since the quality has gone down, we won't go back. read more

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John D.

1 year ago

This restaurant missed it on so many levels. The food was average. The restraunt's interior was boiling hot. The restrooms don't have paper towels, but only the annoyingly loud air dryer, etc. read more

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Sherry B.

2 years ago

Bistro Kabob is a family owned business that tucked away in the heart of Carlsbad. The ambiance is welcoming with an open clean space to dine in and a beautifully decorated patio area if you want to enjoy your food in fresh air. The food tastes like home, and the staff is always so welcoming and kind. Everything is exceptional and a must try. This has become my father's favorite spot and mine too. The food is so good that we indulge before I can even take a photo. read more

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2519 Palomar Airport Rd
Ste 101
Carlsbad, CA 92011
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(760) 431-0055
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Hours

What time does Bistro Kabob open?

Bistro Kabob opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Bistro Kabob close?

Bistro Kabob closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday.Bistro Kabob closes at 8:30 PM on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Wed, Sun 10:30 AM - 8:00 PMThu-Sat 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Bistro Kabob take Bitcoin?

No, Bistro Kabob does not take Bitcoin.

Does Bistro Kabob take credit cards?

Yes, Bistro Kabob takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Bistro Kabob have catering options?

Yes, Bistro Kabob does have catering options.

Does Bistro Kabob have a drive thru?

No, Bistro Kabob does not have a drive thru.

Does Bistro Kabob have a happy hour?

Yes, Bistro Kabob has a happy hour.

Does Bistro Kabob serve alcohol?

Yes, Bistro Kabob serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Bistro Kabob allow dogs?

No, Bistro Kabob does not allow dogs.

Does Bistro Kabob have TVs?

Yes, Bistro Kabob has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Bistro Kabob have bike parking?

No, Bistro Kabob does not have bike parking.

Does Bistro Kabob have outdoor seating?

Yes, Bistro Kabob has outdoor seating options.

Does Bistro Kabob have parking?

Yes, Bistro Kabob has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Bistro Kabob wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Bistro Kabob is wheelchair accessible.

Does Bistro Kabob have free WiFi?

Yes, Bistro Kabob has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Fresh Mediterranean/Persian kitchen with wood stone fired pizzas, salads, wraps, desserts and more. Come by and enjoy a great atmosphere with individual or group guests. We do catering and delivery.

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Is this halal? Thanks for the quick response it just doesn't say it in your website that's why I'm asking

Almost fully halal. I overheard a worker state that the beef burger is not halal. Additionally, they have some pizzas with sausage which is not halal. They do also sell alcohol.

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4.6(366 reviews)

4.4 mi

I wanted to again express my delight in finding this authentic Mediterranean type food restaurant…read moreAria! The food always comes out hot and has amazing taste!!! It's big enough to accommodate large groups for a birthday celebration or intimate enough for a special date night or rendezvous! The service is also very good and the price is more than reasonable. The portions are huge so sharing is possible or maybe another meal the next day. The food is so fresh and the gyros is the best I've ever tasted! I've tried many of their plates and haven't been disappointed with any of them. Don't miss this place! It's really really good!!

Had a lovely and relaxing lunch here as usual. Mostaffa, the server was friendly and helpful as…read moreusual. I highly recommend the chicken kebab lunch special with a side of tzatziki and a glass of sauvignon blanc. The Persian ice cream is a must try although I didn't have it today. They offer catering as well and do such an excellent job. I highly recommend ordering food for your next gathering!

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I had a wonderful experience at Panini Kabob Grill! I ordered the Greek salad with grilled salmon,…read moreand my husband ordered the beef kabob entree it was absolutely delicious. The salad was fresh, the salmon was perfectly cooked, and everything was full of flavor. A special thank you to our server, Sonya, who provided outstanding service. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. Her positive attitude made the dining experience even better. I highly recommend Panini Kabob Grill, and if you're lucky enough to have Sonya as your server, you're in great hands. I'll definitely be back!

Across the franchise, I always regularly return to (and recommend) this location specifically…read morebecause of the spirit of excellence Erika embodies in her service. She fosters an incredibly welcoming atmosphere, is highly attentive to detail, and goes above and beyond for her customers.

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Village Kabob Mediterranean Grill

4.3(246 reviews)

5.2 mi

Three of us Visiting from SF and WE Love this restaurant!!! Best Mediterranean place in Carlsbad…read more Open concept seating, looking into the street life. Beautiful wooden table with high chairs, clean and love the decorations. Best part is how incredible the Food was!!! The lady who served us was cheerful and very nice as well which is a plus! We ordered chicken shawarma plate, beef shawarma plate and Falafel plate. The sides are hummus, big refreshing salad, grilled tomato, tzatziki, pita and jalapeño pepper. All had similar plating and wow our eyes lit up when we saw our food!!! The portions are big and the flavors were just delicious! The chicken and beef were full of flavors hitting your senses from left to right. The falafel was soft in the inside and crunchy in the outside. It was flavorful and aromatic. I felt like we were having a contest eating our food because that's how good it was. Really it was that good! All the sides were just refreshing and added more delight to your senses. This place is a hidden gem and if your visiting Carlsbad village are looking for a real good authentic Mediterranean food, this is the place to be!!! Trust me, you will not regret it.

Been here a few times now and the overall experiences have been very good!…read more Food is fresh and tasty (though a touch pricey relative to portions). Handmade pita are sooo good, well-seasoned kabobs, good shawarma, and nice salads. The service has been really good as well - food servers/cashiers have been friendly and helpful. Spacious restaurant with ample seating...community table toward the front of the restaurant, stool seating facing outside (onto the street), regular tables inside...and nice space to sit outdoors. Will definitely come back - one of the better Mediterranean food spots I've tried in the North County area.

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4.7(267 reviews)

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Tried Corner Grill in Vista today and had such a good experience…read more I ordered the koobideh and chicken combo plate and both were delicious. It came with safron basmati rice and a side salad. The dressing was AMAZING! Everything tasted fresh, well seasoned, and cooked perfectly. The portions were great too and made for such a satisfying meal. Also have to mention the service because the man who took my order was seriously the sweetest. He was so welcoming and kind and made the experience even better. This was my first time here but definitely not my last. Already looking forward to coming back whenever I'm craving Persian food.

This is one of our favorite local Mediterranean spots in our area. The staff is always courteous…read moreand attentive and the place is kept very clean. We usually order take out and all menu options are pretty affordable. Our go to item is the beef koobideh combo, but there's plenty of choices to please every palate.

Small selection of Mediterranean groceries.

#7 Barg(prime Center -Cut Filet Mignon) & ##6 Chicken Combination (Combination Of Our Boneless Chicken And Strip Of Kobideh

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The food was soo good and very large serving. The service…read morewas good. The ambiance was good too. The food quality and size were amazing.

My husband and I normally order to go from this location, however we decided to eat in the…read morerestaurant and I was not disappointed. I felt as you get way more food eating in than taking out. Service was fast and friendly. We normally order one plate of chicken and one of beef. Then my husband and I switch to make it a combo. Chicken and beef. It's less expensive.

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4.2(924 reviews)

4.9 mi

Katelyn & Team provided an exceptional culinary experience. The food was fresh and delightful.read more

The food was amazing and the service was really good too! Marcos helped me choose and was very…read morenice! 100% recommend. The place was very clean as well as the other employees being really friendly

Order counter and menu board

Grilled Chicken kabobs, Mediterranean Salad, hummus & pita, beef kabobs, desserts, rice, wraps and sauce.

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4.4(617 reviews)

5.5 mi

Amazing food, great service. Their chicken lemon soup is delicious! I usually order the chicken…read morekabob plate and it's very flavorful. More than enough food. If the weather is nice, I recommend sitting outside. Shaks is a solid choice in downtown Vista. You can't go wrong.

Had to try the strawberry and Dubai chocolate waffles they only have available during the…read morestrawberry festival. My friends waited a whole year hyping them up and they were worth it. We did order some additional foods to share along with the waffles like the shaks fries and the muhammara which were fantastic. But the waffles. Those waffles changed my life. The drinks were good too, obviously we went for the spritz available for the strawberry festival and it was light and refreshing. We sat outside, as we had my friend's dog with us and it wasn't too bad, the weather was nice and there was a lot of space. They even brought a dog bowl for us.

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The Kebab Shop

One of the best grain bowls I've had a TKS! The portions were generous and being able to add pita…read morecrumbles and roasted chickpeas added some great texture. The service was quick and friendly - definitely coming here again!

Every time a come here the staff very respecfull I…read moreappreciate it guys and I just ordered to go a chicken kebab plate a lamb wrap with the spicy cilantro, man! With that combo halal all the way

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Over the years we've come to shop and ordered many of their delicious plates. Everything is always…read morefresh, we'll spiced and delicious. They did add my favorite Garlic Mortadella which is my comfort food with lavish and yummy Persian cucumbers which they sell those too. Hopefully at some point, they will add other coldcuts and make a little deli section. The guys recognize me as one of their regular customers which is great. They're very helpful. If you want to eat here, there's one table inside and several outside. If you're middle Eastern, Eurasian or Mediterranean, you will love this store/food. If you've never had this kind of food, you must try it here! You won't regret it

I stopped by Peachy's Market & Grill and ordered the boneless chicken kabob meal with rice, and it…read morecompletely hit the spot. The chicken was incredibly tender and juicy, packed with flavor without being overly salty (which I really appreciate). It paired perfectly with the lightly buttered rice, simple and comforting in the best way. The salad tasted exceptionally fresh. It had crisp romaine, bright tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese which were all brought together with their family recipe honey mustard dressing. It was the best I've ever had. It had that perfect balance of sweet and tangy that makes you want to finish every bite. For dessert, I had two pieces of baklava, and they were fantastic--flaky, drenched in honey, and perfectly bite-sized pieces of heaven. You can tell this is a family-run establishment that cares about quality and flavor. Everything tasted fresh, thoughtfully prepared, and satisfying. I'll definitely be coming back.

The Grille. Delicious food!

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Luna Grill Bressi Ranch

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The manager, Brady, provided excellent service- not just to us but all the patrons. He was…read morechecking on tables, clearing dirty plates (with gloves on which is nice) and was serving food. It's refreshing to get great service at a fast casual restaurant. We will be back. Food was tasty too.

They have a good deal for kids Monday- Thursday with their fan club. They only allow one sauce per…read moremeal. Parking is in a shared plaza. The meats have many burnt parts. The inside was spacious and had many seats available. The tables can be cleaned out more frequently. The chicken bowl was very filling and they allowed me to swap out rice with kale. It came with couscous, which is very different from other Greek restaurants I have tried. Service was slow as they were busy fulfilling phone orders.

Clean and good!!

Grilled Chicken kabobs, Mediterranean Salad, hummus & pita, beef kabobs, desserts, rice, wraps and sauce.

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Diana B.

123

9 years ago

Oh dear. Having read through the many five star reviews of this pseudo Mediterranean restaurant I now understand what the "filtered review" section was created for. Seriously now, the staff or management of The Kabob Lounge would be better off taking notes from their many unhappy reviewers and revising the service, ambiance and food quality of this restaurant than in expending their effort and energy contriving and posting fake reviews. We live close by. My hubby and I were happy to see this place was opening and looked forward to exposing our children to Kabobs and other assorted Mediterranean food. That was until we tried this place out. Our food came out in segments. Not all together. Rather than let their food get cold we encouraged everyone to just eat. Everyone's bread was cold. Rice was a flavorless mound of white rice with a few pieces of yellow rice just sprinkled on top. None of our kids could stomach their cold meat slabs. We ended up packing those up to mince up in our dogs' food. Their salad dressing is lousy. Their Tadziki and whatever else that other pale gruel was...don't tell me it was supposed to be hummus---flavorless slop. Then there were the flies. Oh Lordy. One of our daughters has a low tolerance for insects of any kind...let along flies buzzing her food. Because of their fly situation we ended up changing tables. Twice. Please...just close your doors. Invest in a neon sign. We will all know you're open but have your doors closed to keep out the freakin' flies. Overpriced, flavorless food. I'd have awarded them 2 stars just out of gratitude that we didn't get sick but their influx of fake reviews makes me hate to feed the lie. read more

Jose M.

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452

3 months ago

5-Star Review Bistro Kabob in Carlsbad is hands-down my go-to spot for Mediterranean/Persian food in the San Diego area. Every time I visit, the flavors, freshness, and generous portions remind me why I keep coming back! I ordered the Try It All / Mixed Grill platter and it was an absolute feast. It came loaded with juicy grass-fed New Zealand lamb chops (charbroiled to perfection), boneless chicken kabob, beef koobideh, and chicken koobideh. All grilled beautifully with that signature char and aromatic seasoning. The lamb chops especially are to die for -- tender, flavorful, and worth every bite. Everything was served over fragrant saffron basmati rice (that beautiful mix of white and yellow is always perfect), with fresh salad, tzatziki, and warm pita on the side. The meats were all incredibly tender and well-marinated, with just the right balance of spices. Paired with the rice and dips, it was a complete, satisfying meal that easily feeds more than one person. Service is friendly and quick, the atmosphere is welcoming (great for dine-in or takeout), and the quality is consistently excellent. If you love authentic kabobs, lamb, and Mediterranean flavors, do yourself a favor and try Bistro Kabob -- you won't be disappointed. I'll be back again soon! Highly recommend -- 5 stars! read more

Larry M.

9 years ago

The legion of fake reviews for this sub-par eatery makes for a misleading score. We've given this Mediterranean fast food dive three chances. They've managed to strike out each time. Then got around to reading their Yelp reviews. It doesn't take a private investigator to see this restaurant has someone working overtime to create a flurry of phony positive reviews. I'd have awarded them a mercy score of 2 stars but can't help but feel offended by their platoon of fake reviews. They lost one star just for generating multiple fake reviews rather than addressing the legitimate gripes of their own customers. Other reviewers have slammed their bread. For our family their bread was the best part of our meals. Lukewarm to cold---yes. But six laps better than anything else on our plates. Their sauces are a pitiful imitation of real Tzadziki or real hummus. Not only was their food unmemorable to vividly awful but they pitch a tip on your credit card at point of purchase. Oh please. What service are we tipping for? We had to fetch our own food and clear our own table. Get real. Free parking. Their only plus. read more

Jon D.

9 years ago

I was planning bump this lousy eatery up to 2 stars-- Just to be kind. Then I read through their numerous obviously fake reviews. They done bumped themselves up with all of their phony reviews. Nauseating experience here. Their front and side doors are left open all day so the dining room was teaming with flies. Buzzing our food nonstop. Our daughter has a freak out aversion to flies which made our lunch experience a living hell. I ordered a large combo plate. It ended up being about half a plateful of lukewarm white rice with a few kernels of suspiciously yellow rice thrown on top. All of their rice was lacking in any discernible flavor. Their bread came to us cold. Had I been blindfolded I would have been unable to tell you what sort of meat made up my flavorless kabob. The sauce and hummus that came with it reminded me of a scoop of spooned up mayonnaise. I would not have been able to identify either as hummus or Tzatziki. My wife is Lebanese American. She refuses to ever return. read more

Nima Z.

2 years ago

I had the pleasure of trying Bistro Kabob for the first time, and it was an excellent experience! I ordered the Koobideh and Chicken combo, the Koobideh wrap, and a veggie pizza, and everything was outstanding. The Koobideh was incredibly soft and flavorful, while the Chicken Kabob was perfectly juicy and well-seasoned. The pizzas are wood-fired, which gives them a great texture and rich taste. To top it off, I tried their Persian ice cream, which was a delightful treat--rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The hospitality at Bistro Kabob is also worth mentioning. The owner, Saeed, is very friendly and welcoming, making the dining experience even better. If you're looking for Persian cuisine with a warm and inviting atmosphere, Bistro Kabob is definitely worth a visit. read more

Cris T.

7 years ago

Worse place! I have emailed them, I have called them (no reply or pick up till this day) to refund money from an order I made. I ordered two of the chicken kabobs, gyro, and lamb plate NO RICE NO PITA BREAD NO NOTHING! Just the meat itself!!! Maybe if the owner reads this they can contact me back because Ive been calling for refunds! Total was close to $60 NOT WORTH THE MONEY I PAID with nearly nothing on my orders. I will definitely not order from here again. So disappointed. read more

Maryam P.

1 year ago

I had high hopes for this place, but unfortunately, it was a huge letdown. The food was bland, poorly cooked, and lacked any real flavor. To make matters worse, the restaurant itself is extremely cramped--tables are packed so close together that you can barely move without bumping into someone. Overall, a disappointing experience. Definitely not worth the price or the discomfort. read more

Keyvan H.

10 months ago

Hello everyone, I would like to share my recent experience at this restaurant. It was my first visit, and it has quickly become one of my favorites. The staff were exceptionally friendly, the service was impressively fast, and the quality of the food was outstanding. The prices were also very reasonable, offering great value for the overall experience. read more

Rob A.

8 years ago

We went here couple of times in carlsabad. It's halal yet serves alcohol. Food is ok the only reason we go here because of its being halal.... but sight of alcohol makes it very unpleasant. Portions are decent and servers are ok. They do have grump on their faces. read more

Jerry L.

3 years ago

I order chicken wrap. I get beef wrap. Maybe they don't care? Either that or they don't know what the difference between a cow and a chicken is. Anyway, if you pulled some circus stunt in my country you would be sent straight to jail. Please serve the correct meat. read more

Mah S.

10 years ago

Wow, I have been looking for a healthy Mediterranean food. The place is clean. Staff was very propt and friendly, and so far I have tried two items on the menu, was very happy with both. Definately going back for more. Yummmm. read more

Omar A.

9 years ago

Get the Combo plate it is the best here. The quality of food is excellent, and has actual flavor. Service was great from when we walked in till we left. This is our new spot for persian food! read more

Shanna S.

10 years ago

This is one of my favorite places to eat! Great service & food! Some may say it's costly, but I think everything's totally worth it, especially considering the portions you get are huugggeee! read more

AB E.

2 years ago

Food is great and the quantity of food is more than enough. I like being fresh and healthy everything feels . I would strongly recommend it for anyone looking for a Mediterranean meal! read more

Edward C.

1 year ago

Food is great; management honors coupons with courtesy; staff is friendly; parking right in front of restaurant; suggest calling for takeout in advance to give time for preparation read more

Sam J.

4 years ago

Great food and healthy Mediterranean restaurant. We order pizza and bistro salad and combination kabob. Fresh and delicious from grill to our table. Good customer services. read more

Tony B.

10 years ago

Tony B. So far, I have tried 4 different menu items and all of them have been very good. Quality of their food and service is great. I would highly recommended. read more

Jayshe M.

10 years ago

If you like great food served by wonderful people then this place is for you...the best authentic Mediterranean dishes from kebabs to salad and abetizers.. read more

Ana P.

10 years ago

First time trying it, it was really good. No disappointments whatsoever and I'm extremely picky when it comes down to food. This will remain my favorite. read more

Gabriel B.

4 years ago

Great food and atmosphere, we highly enjoyed their food. Owner was very welcoming and friendly. We highly recommend eating here.

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