This place is bomb. Yesterday I got the lamb kabob special plate and it was so good that I came…read moreback today and got the gyro wrap. Equally as good. This place is like you're eating at their home from food in their kitchen. Home cooked feel, amazing quality and tasting food, and TLC to boot. Service was fantastic. 10 stars !!!!! Wish I took a picture of the lamb plate. It was so beautiful! Oh and i'm a big eater and I would consider it really big portions as well! Can't go wrong.

We've given this place two different tries, with both being terrible. We ordered this a few years…read moreago and the spanakopita was dry and tasteless. I should've known better, but I remember the soup being pretty good and since it's in our neighborhood, thought we'd give it one more try. We did a togo for $60 and we were basically given garbage, so old and past its prime, everything should have be in the trash. The pita that was served was all stale, hard and tasted like dirty oil. The falafel was overcooked, dry and tasteless. The rice was overcooked mushy with no flavor. Grape leaves taste tasted like canned and bitter. My finance picked up the online order and we have an email receipt and order number for 4.17. We both did reviews and he was so upset he paid for food he could not eat. I was sick and wanted soup, I stayed in the car when he went in to pick it up so that's why I'm not on his "camera". My review is legit, regardless of what the owner is stating. Rather than dispute my review, the owner should try and apologize not make claims against my integrity. I will not have someone antagonize me to try to get me to remove my authentic review as an Elite. Be aware that if you go here, the food might not only be bad but you'll be treated like a criminal for having honest feedback and have to be harassed for weeks after all because you wanted some soup.

Kabob Cafe is one of my favorite places to eat with my family! I've been coming here for years…read morebecause their food has the best flavor, the customer service is always great, and everything is consistently fresh. I always order either the Lamb Rack Kabob Plate or the Chicken Shish Kabob Plate. What I love most about their food is the flavor and how the meat is always juicy and never dry like at other restaurants. Their food tastes just as good in-store as it does to-go, so I frequently order both! Their plates also come with salad dressing, tzatziki and garlic sauce. I especially love the garlic sauce because it adds an extra kick without an overwhelming garlic flavor. I always look forward to my food from Kabob Cafe, but I also really look forward to seeing the family owners, Sid and his son, Iman! They're both so nice and welcoming and always make sure my family's order is prepared exactly how we like it. I usually order my plate with all rice and no salad, and they never miss a detail, which I really appreciate. The combination of consistently delicious food and genuinely friendly service is what keeps me coming back to Kabob Cafe every week!

Great food great service very friendly staff I had the…read moreshrimp and was delicious Love their outdoor area

Very cute unassuming Yemeni cafe! They have a huge selection of fun cheesecakes to choose from,…read moreincluding Dubai cake and Pistachio chocolate cheesecake. The Jubani drink is a blonde coffee roast with herbs like cardamom and ginger. Quite unique

Food: Wow, Sana'a Cafe is incredible! Their chai is so flavorful, filled with spices and on the…read moresweeter side if you like that! Their Biscoff milk cake was delicious and not too sweet, with a milk soak and a Biscoff cream on top! Would come here just for this cake again! Curious to try their other milk cakes like their rose and tiramisu! Please let me know if you do! Service: The server was kind and explained their best-selling teas and pastries! Ambiance: The ambiance of this cafe was so nice with some cultural music, many tables inside, a lounge area (near the bathroom), a clean bathroom, and fast Wi-Fi. Overall, a great place to hang out or study/work! Please go to Sana'a Cafe for their delicious milk cakes and a nice place to hang out/study!

Obaid Kitchen serves up Syrian Middle Eastern food. All the food served here is HALAL. I had…read moreplaced an order for a mixed kebab platter for a gathering. Unfortunately I didn't check the platter till I got home. Mixed Kebab for 5 ($80) - This plate is supposed to come with 3 skewers each of (tawook, kefta, beef kabobs), beef shawarma, chicken shawarma, salad, rice, fries, garlic sauce, tahini, grilled vegetables. The plate was missing the shawarma meats, fries, and some of the grilled vegetables. I saw a picture from someone's Yelp review that did have the shawarma meats and clearly I was not provided with that. The food was just ok, nothing really stood out except the beef kabobs were tender and juicy. Overall, I'm disappointed that they didn't include all the items mentioned on the menu. I did see someone's Yelp review from February and the same thing happened to him. When he complained to the management, they gave him some additional items and told him our menu has changed. If the menu has changed, then it should be updated, it's been over 5 months! Also the platter as it was provided to me is definitely not enough for 5 people. Tried calling a few times and they don't pick up the phone.

A new Mediterranean cuisine with a familiar menu and items that people crave. From Shawerma to…read moreKabobs you can find a little bit of everything here. For some reason I was craving some Shawerma so I had ordered their Shawerma Plate which comes with Beef and Chicken Shawerma along with some salad, hummus, pita bread and rice. To my dismay, the both meats were very dry. I feel like it lacked seasoning as it had no flavor unless I covered it with their garlic sauce. Hopefully it was just an off day or dry because there were no customers at the time but hoping this place just had an off day with their food.

My husband and I went to Leila to celebrate our last date night before our new baby arrives, and…read morethey went over the top on taking care of us. First getting checked in and greeted by Kristine, she had such a fun personality, and was so welcoming, we knew it would be great, as well as she gave us some roses for celebrating. Next we got to our table and we had Masato, he did a phenomenal job, his service was exceptional, made sure we were happy and satisfied throughout our whole dinner. The food and drinks were absolutely amazing, everything tasted so fresh and so flavorful!! We would give our whole experience an 100/10, and would recommend anyone to come here to eat, but to also ask for Masato as your server!! Will be back in the future for sure! :)

This beautiful middle eastern inspired restaurant is the perfect upscale dinner spot for a special…read moreoccasion. The inside of the restaurant is absolutely stunning, you truly feel like you've been transported to a Morrocan cove under the stars. From the moment I walked in I felt special. I was celebrating a promotion and they gifted me a red rose upon checking I for our reservation. The waiter was so cool, very attentive and also congratulated me. These things really added to the overall dining experience. As for the food- The falafel was moist and perfectly seasoned, the hummus and crudités were a great addition to the meal. For the main dish we ordered the Soltani Platter which came with beef, veggie, and chicken kababs and rice. The flavor on the meat and veggies were top notch. The rice was fluffy and delicious. If you can get a reservation, I highly recommend securing a spot for dinner, you will be glad you did!

Came in for lunch. Nice ambience. I'll have to come back in the evening for their live…read moreentertainment. Varied menu, I've heard of their pizza, will have to try that next time. Staff is welcoming and helpful.

Food was extremely delicious and the portions are huge! The meat was flavorful and the servers were…read moreattentive and extremely kind. Would come again!

YUMMMM! I didn't even know this place was there. I just needed some food after working all day…read more Super fast service! I ordered my food to go and I was sitting there for like only 10 minutes. It was a tad expensive when I was told my total but honestly when i got the food and portion for myself i understood. I got the chicken shawarma $22 & extra side of pickles veggies $10. So worth it though it was so goodddd! I actually love their cabbage salad too that came with the plate. I have enough leftovers for probably the next 2 days too.

I stopped by at Damasco Mediterranean Cuisine on my way back home from Joshua Tree National Park…read more This is the second time that I eat here and it won't be the last. I order the chicken kabob plate and this is delicious. The chicken is juicy and every side that forms part of this plate, compliments one another. You have spicy, crunchy elements that burst in your mouth. I enjoyed the fact that they provide you with a garlic paste dipping sauce that is filled with of flavor. The service is great. They check in to ask how you are doing or if you need else. That check-in makes all the difference. The serving size is on point. I eat good and I could not finish my food. That there will give you an idea of the plate size. The food here is chefs kiss.

Since it was my first time trying Lebanese cuisine, I wasn't sure what to order. So one of the…read moremember recommended a few dishes, and every single recommendation was spot on. The beef was definitely the highlight of the meal(MUST TRY!!!) It was incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Honestly, it was so delicious I could've eaten it with just a bowl of rice. The burger was another pleasant surprise. It was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. I also tried Lemon and apple sodas made with 100% natural beet sugar, which was something I'd never had before. The sweetness tasted much cleaner and lighter than a regular Coke, and it paired really well with the food. I was lucky enough to visit on the day of their Summer Concert, so after dinner I sat outside and enjoyed the live music. Families were relaxing on the lawn, kids were playing, people were walking their dogs along the nearby trails, and everyone was simply enjoying the beautiful summer evening. The peaceful atmosphere made the whole experience even more memorable. If you're curious about Lebanese food and looking for a great place for your first experience, I highly recommend starting here. I enjoy sharing honest food and café reviews around Southern California. If you'd like to see more, feel free to check out my Instagram: @caligirl_mj.

Zait and Zaatar is a great spot for Lebanese food in Aliso Viejo! It's located in a large plaza…read morewith plenty of restaurants and shops, making it convenient place to stop for lunch or dinner. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and has a warm, authentic feel. The service was fast, and our food came out quickly even though we ordered several different dishes. We started with the Combo (Cheese & Zaatar) Lebanese Manoucheh. It reminded us of a Lebanese-style pizza with delicious and savory flavors. The Tabouleh was fresh, light, and refreshing. One of our favorites was the Arayes. The beef was incredibly flavorful and paired perfectly with the hummus. We also ordered the Beef Shawerma Arabi, and the shawarma was tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. For dessert, we had the Nutella Wrap, which is made with saj bread and reminded us of a crepe. They were very generous with the Nutella, making it rich, and the perfect sweet ending to the meal. Overall, everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. Between the authentic atmosphere, fast service, and delicious food, Zait and Zaatar is definitely worth checking out if you're craving Lebanese cuisine. We'll definitely be back to try more from the menu!

Highly recommend. Diego was our server, and he was very amiable and recommended great dishes. Food…read morewas awesome! Highly recommend. Diego was our server, and he was very amiable and recommended great dishes. Food was awesome!

This place is the bomb! The pita bread was cooked excellently today and truly tasted fresh. Our…read moreserver, Danny, was great and made everyone in our party happy. Highly recommend the combination plate; greatly delish and for a great price. Would definitely recommend and for sure coming back as soon as possible!!

Food is good, service was okay, speed was disappointingly slow…read more I get that these places make their food to order so I expected a wait, but they have the word "express" in their business name so I had a false expectation. Needless to say I sat there waiting for my two to-go orders for what felt like an eternity. A lot of people flowed in after me and they were all just waiting, it was weird since it was empty when I walked in and then seeing 6 tables of people with no food. I thought I ordered the cheaper lunch special of chicken koobideh and beef koobideh, but he punched in the full portion instead. I didn't really mind as it just became extra food for dinner. But I feel like if someone is going in at the beginning of lunch time, they would be looking to order lunch menu stuff? I guess I can't expect people to do what I my logic would do. The two koobidehs is pretty much the same thing I order at any of these places because I prefer ground meat that's tender and juicy and this place did not disappoint. They were cooked to perfections with just a little crisp on the meats. Not much else to say since I only had a basic meal....meals

We had it to go, so I can't speak much about the dine-in experience, but I will say the service…read morewasn't the friendliest. We ordered the combo beef and chicken plate, the beef gyro plate, and two falafel on the side. The falafel didn't look impressive, but they were surprisingly excellent--moist, flavorful, and honestly better than Sababa's. I'll definitely order six next time. The gyro plate was solid, not overly greasy or heavy, and the seasoning was just right. I wasn't a fan of the hummus, which had a bitter aftertaste, but my partner liked the tanginess, so that may come down to personal preference. On the combo plate, the chicken stood out: juicy and tender. The beef seemed to be a leaner cut and was a bit dry. I'd probably skip this particular beef kebab next time and try a different one. The saffron rice and grilled tomato were a nice complement. The plate also came with jumbo naan, served warm and smelling amazing, definitely a highlight.