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Kabobi Grill

4.5 (1.3k reviews)
Open • 10:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Sabrina M.

Kabobi was such a good pick for iftar. We came about 30 minutes before iftar and even though it was super packed, everything came out right on time, which I really appreciated. They also have a Ramadan special going on, which made it feel even more festive. The food came out warm, fresh, and full of flavor. Everything tasted really good and satisfying after fasting. The service was also great despite how busy it was, and the staff handled the rush really well. Definitely recommend making a reservation the day of, especially during Ramadan, because it gets busy fast. Overall, a really solid spot for iftar with tasty food, good service, and a nice Ramadan atmosphere.

Spicy Chicken kabob and rice with sour cherries
Holly W.

Kabobi never disappoints! This was our first time inside the new location on Lawrence. The service was great, the food was ready in no time! The portions seemed even bigger at the restaurant! I ordered the chicken kebab and rice with sour cherries. So delicious and so worth the extra charge. Every entree is shareable which definitely makes it worth the money!

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Joah K.

My boyfriend and I were looking for a spot to eat after an event, and the place we were planning to go to initially had its kitchen closed. We were looking up a nearby restaurant and came across Kabobi. Omg. Hands down the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. We ordered either the Mixed Grill #1 or #2, and everything was so tender, juicy, and flavorful. I'm not usually a big fan of chicken, but this was honestly the best chicken I've ever had!! It was also our first time trying bamieh, and they gave us tea and the bamieh on the house. Both were absolutely delicious!!! What a great combination. This is a spot we think about often, and we definitely need to make a trip back. Our wish is for Kabobi to open up in the burbs! Interior is simple and spacious, and everyone there is very friendly. I'm looking forward to my next visit to Kabobi!!

Beef Spinach Stew (Ghormeh Sabzi)
Annie Z.

Amazing service and generous portions of food, like you will have multiple meals of food for one dish. We ordered a lamb biryani and the spinach beef stew. Both were delicious and flavorful! We were with friends and at the end of our meal, they brought out free tea and a free Persian dessert for us to have, which were really nice. They didn't rush us at all and kept bringing tea and dessert! So 100/10 on hospitality and service.

Askhat B.

I like to visit this place, great choice of authentic Iranian food. Tea is also in another level. Would recommend everyone to try this place.

Combo #1  (Mix Grill- Dinner)
Crystal Z.

Ambiance - casual, great for large groups Service - you are first seated down, then you have to go back up to the front counter to order & they give you a number to place on your table Food - massive food portions & definitely recommend sharing, saffron butter chicken was super creamy

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Cris R.

Kabobi Grill is one of my top if not my favorite mediterranean restaurant in Chicago. It sits within a melting pot of a community. The food is made to order and is always fresh. There is really nothing that compares. Service is always on point to give you desserts, refill on hot tea and water. The dishes are huge and the ambiance of this place remind me of being in Turkey. The food is full of flavor both meats as well as desserts. This has to be a place you must bring your family. Spacious seating arrangement for up to 20-30 people.

Lamb and chicken mixed grill
Mark L.

I came here late at night wanting something filling, and this place did not disappoint. The prices seemed like a lot, but the portions were even more. We got the mixed grill with lamb and chicken. The meats were super tender and just melted in your mouth. To pair it with all the rice, vegetables, butter, and naan that it's served with only made it that much better. I don't think any place could top this for authentic, delicious Persian food. The desserts were also amazing. This might have been the best baklava I've ever had. It was perfectly flaky, not too sweet, but done beautifully. We also wanted to try the Zulbia, which is just like a funnel cake with honey on top. It was pretty good, but the sweetness quickly took over and made it difficult to finish since it was covered with sugar. The restaurant itself was buzzing. Especially late at night, when everything around the area is closed, Kabobi was filled with people just filling out the atmosphere. The restaurant itself is just one really big dining room, so you'll feel like part of a mass of people, but the large windows make it feel a little outdoorsy too. The service was great, our food came pretty quickly, and our server was very nice.

Lamb stew with eggplant
Archana L.

We went there on a Friday evening and the place was packed withpeoplefrom so many nationalities. Food is ordered at the counter and took a little bit to arrive, but when it did.....it was delightful, large portions. Tea (free refill) was yum and much needed with such buttery dishes. Dessert (baklava) was yum too. Pick up service after dinner was swift. Loved the place and highly recommend

Salad and hummus
Sky W.

Absolutely fantastic experience at Kabobi every time! The restaurant is always bustling and is my go-to whenever I am feeling Persian food. It really feels like a central meeting spot for the community and I love that. The prices are very reasonable given the portion sizes, and I just wish I lived closer. When you arrive, you order at the counter, get a table number tag, and eventually a server will bring you the food. Firstly, the portion sizes are gigantic. I genuinely believe that one of their regular entrees can feed me for 3 meals. After a long day, my friends and I decided to get a family platter for 4 and that was such a fantastic decision. You get a hummus, salad, and 8 skewers of meat on top of a mountain of rice. Everything was so flavorful! Out of all the meats, the filet mignon is probably my favorite, although the lamb koubideh is a close second. The chicken breast is shockingly not dry and delicious as well. If I had to pick one thing to nitpick, it would be that the pita bread is not very soft and feels a bit tough. Of course, we didn't finish and had multiple boxes of food to take home but I honestly think that's part of the experience (the joy of having too much food). I will definitely be back! Food: 4.5/5 Price: 4.75/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Overall: 4.5/5

Lamb Shish Kabob Late Night (Lamb Chengeh)
Sheila P.

10 stars if I could. My only complaint is that they don't have a location in my hometown! Needed to grab a late dinner after our flight was delayed so we of course came here. Their late night hours always come in clutch! It was almost 11pm and the restaurant was PACKED. That didn't change the quality of the food though! We ordered off the late night menu, which is basically the same as their regular menu, just "smaller portions" that were still massive. The lamb was seasoned and grilled to perfection. It was also one of the most tender cuts of lamb I've ever had! Juicy and literally just perfect. We got our food fairly quickly despite the crowds and ever got complimentary tea afterwards! I know good Persian food when I see it and this ALWAYS good Persian food!

Kabobi Homemade Saffron Icecream
Samuel A.

Absolutely amazing meal at Kabobi. Very authentic Persian food. Some of the best I've ever had. Extensive menu with plenty of options. Koobideh is a must order. Very flavorful and juicy meat. Service was top notch and extremely friendly. We really felt like family here. Cannot recommend visiting enough. Thanks Kabobi, we will be back, hopefully many many more times!

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Sam L.

I loveeeee kabobi. This is a great place to eat delicious food affordably- I would definitely recommend eating family style here! They have a list of fantastic grill options with delicious rice on the side, but I particularly love their persian dishes like chicken fesenjan and ghormeh sabzi. I would venture to call these dishes a must-try. Maybe I've just been craving this type of food a lot lately but I think about this restaurant frequently. I hope to be back soon.

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Great food! The guy at the front was extremely cool helping pick a great meal. Love the atmosphere and the outside seating.

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Great food and ambience. Great service. I definitely recommend this place for big parties.

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2 years ago

Only had take out but it is very tasty!! And very consistent! Love the baba ganoush, it is smoky which I really like!

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4 years ago

Delicious. Such good food and you get so much of it. I just wish I lived closer cause I want to try everything.

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This is the second time I've been here, and the food is always reasonably priced and excellent taste.

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Perfect Persian kabobs in Chicago. The service is fast and the food is super delicious. Love this place 10/10

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Lol to be fair I'll take the decent food that comes with the shitty customer service. But Man They suck.

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Good portion size, quick service, owner present and wonderful. Large seating area. Nice peaceful music

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Ask the Community - Kabobi Grill

Do they have parking on site?

Yes, there is parking space across the street

Does this place allow BYOB (champagne)?

Yes, they have a charge for bringing in your own alcohol (I think like $7 as of 2021?)

Can you get lunch specials as takeout?

Yes

Is the meat zabiha halal?

Yes. The stamp is on their menu

Is it halal?

I thought it was. They have a website I believe.

Is it byob?

Yes they do charge, I was just there today and they charge $6 for a wine bottle and $1.50 for each beer bottle

Wow Wonderful Food Right?

Amazing food. Some of the best Persian food you'll ever have. The portions are also very large and very filling.

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