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    Kolbeh Kabob

    4.3 (468 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    KOLBEH KABOB ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Koobideh. Top one is beef. Bottom one is lamb.
    Belinda C.

    Kolbeh Kabob serves Persian and Mediterranean cuisine. Language barrier issues with our server affected my ability to order what I wanted, led to an upsell, and prevented me from separating or splitting the bill. Server did offer to let us choose 2 different meats for our two #41 Koobideh plates (2 beef skewers for $25), but I think we would have been better off just ordering one #61 All Koobideh plate (3 different meat skewers for $34). One plate has plenty of basmati rice for two people to share. She suggested the two #41 orders, instead of answering how much an extra order of rice would cost. Maybe you can't order a side of rice? Rice comes with each entree. By ordering the 2nd plate, she offered or included the $8 Bread Basket for no extra charge. It was my friend's birthday. I wanted to pay, and she wanted to order extra to go, so I wanted two separate bills, but it seemed too complicated to explain or disallowed. After the food was delivered to the table, server didn't check on us anymore. I guess the restaurant doesn't do anything special for birthdays. My friend thought all the koobideh tasted the same. I liked them in this order: 1) Lamb, 2) Chicken, and 3) Beef, but they're the same texture, so they aren't all that different. I should have ordered a different 2nd entree, instead of two Koobideh plates. The #18 Bademjan Borani eggplant appetizer was yummy. It did come with some bread, so you don't have to order the bread basket. The bread is served warm. The basmati rice was light and fluffy, but not flavorful or buttery. You can pay a $4 upgrade to switch the rice to salad or a fancier stir fried rice. Read the Vegetarian Dishes menu section to learn about the various fried rice or polo preparations. Our server suggested the Fava Bean Rice or Baghali Polo because it is a Persian New Year dish. Yelp reviewers recommended the Zereshk Polo, which includes barberries, a fruit similar to currants. $10 to add a skewer of veggies. $4 to add a salad is mentioned under the Vegetarian Dishes menu and Seafood & Combination Plates menu. I didn't like how the sugar cubes for the Persian Tea were served. It looked communal and exposed to the elements. You could see sugar dust on the serving bowl. Other Persian restaurants serve the sugar in a smaller covered bowl. Formal dining room. Lunch specials are Monday to Friday, 11 am to 3 pm, excluding holidays. Lunch prices range from $16-$20. 3 different $8 soup offerings: chicken barley, ashe reshteh, or green lentil.

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    Terri S.

    Juicy and well seasoned chicken! I ordered the chicken koobideh and my mom got their chicken kabob. Great portions too. I had enough for leftovers for my next meal! The pita bread was also so fresh and light with the veggies. The service was great! Workers here greeted us with big smiles and continuously check on us. The decor is also beautiful inside with gorgeous paintings and interior designs. Lots of space and room for big parties too. The price wasn't too bad either -- $25 for two delicious entree plates that usually are more expensive at other persian restaurants. You can't beat that!

    Iranian Tea with Sugar Cubes
    Sarah-Lorraine K.

    WHY WE WENT HERE: - dinner THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located in a plaza off the corner of Greenback Ln and Illinois Ave - located in between a bakery and a liquor store THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - art gallery meets extended version of a formal dining room - plenty of seating for small and large parties alike THE MENU: - lunch specials - appetizers - vegetarian dishes - chicken dishes - steaks & beef dishes - lamb dishes - seafood and combination plates WHAT WE ORDERED: - #25 tadig with ghormeh sabzi - #52 lamb barg - #53 eggplant stew with lamb - Iranian tea THE TASTE: - #25 tadig with ghormeh sabzi - tadig was crunchy, ghormeh sabzi was herby and lemony - #52 lamb barg - fiance found his satisfactory; heavy on the rice portion though - #53 eggplant stew with lamb - comforting and tender; heavy on the rice though - Iranian tea - warm and bitter; sugar cubes added for sweetness CUSTOMER SERVICE: - attentive but not overbearing

    Jill S.

    Oh wow,never knew this place existed.Have been missing out! Came up to visit my mom and found this place that's close to her house. We had the chicken breasts kabobs,yogurt mint sauce,hummus,dolmas,eggplant dip,side salad and lots of pita bread! Everything was delicious and ready in 20-25 minutes.We got take-out but will sit in restaurant next time(it's very spacious!) It's been a long time since I've had Persian food.Really enjoyed our dinners..my mom said she liked it better than Zest restaurant (yeah I know that is a Lebanese restaurant lol)

    Chicken Kabob (Breast Ot Thigh), Fesenjan, Kabob Sampler, Veggie and Shrimp Kabob
    Amie A.

    Absolutely delicious and authentic Persian food. The employees are very kind and gracious. This restaurant will transport you into the Middle East. Highly recommend for kabobs!!

    Lamb koobideh & beef sultani! Had shallot yogurt with fresh herbs & fresh baked bread for appetizer

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    LOTS of Wonderful food, great service & belly dancing on Fridays & Saturdays too! We'll be back :)

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    Good food for sure. Koobideh is kind of spicy and the shirazi Has way too much lemon. Nice place though.

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    9 years ago

    Amazing food!! Cool decor and really nice people. The hummus is amazing but my favorite is the marinated chicken kabob .

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    13 years ago

    Uh.... WOW! Amazing Persian food (ground lamb and lamb kabobs were cooked perfectly)!

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    Great service, food , and even customers. They must have a lot of regulars. I will definitely go back .

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    Great hummus. Good quality food across the board. I had the chicken zultani. It is a bit pricey. However, you will not leave hungry.

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    The food here is excellent, and really good portion sizes for the money. In addition the staff is very friendly!

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    Ask the Community - Kolbeh Kabob

    Is this place halal or kosher?

    There's a lunch menu for 11am-3pm in one of the photos but do they still offer lunch price and serving?

    Do they have any halal options?

    I asked a friend who went here long ago, no.

    Is there curry in any of their dishes? Unfortunately I'm allergic and many kebob places seem to use it. Thank you

    I don't work there . kolbehkabobrestaurant.com

    Is Kolbeh open again? Every time I drive by it doesn't look open. Really miss it.

    Yes, They are open.

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    My beautiful wife and I decided to step outside our usual dinner routine this evening and explore…read moresomething a little different. I searched for Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants, and among the many options, Persian Kabab & Grill immediately caught our attention--especially because of the wonderful reviews. From the moment we walked through the door, we were warmly welcomed by Amir, the chef, and his wife, Nargis. They were both genuinely kind, gracious, and welcoming, and they represented their Persian heritage and cuisine with tremendous pride and hospitality. We ordered quite a variety of dishes, including the Persian Hearty Green Herb Soup, Green Salad, Okra Stew, Chicken Koobideh, Chicken & Beef Combo, along with rice, Naan, and Persian bread. Everything arrived hot, fresh, and beautifully prepared. It was obvious that each dish was made to order, with care and attention to detail--and most importantly, with love. One unexpected standout was Amir's homemade spicy Thousand Island sauce. It was absolutely delicious! I even joked with Amir that his sauce was so good, "You could put it on an old leather shoe and it would probably taste great!" That should give you some indication of just how much we enjoyed it. Beyond the food, however, what truly made the evening special was the hospitality. Amir and Nargis are incredibly hardworking, genuine, and gracious people who clearly care about their customers and take great pride in sharing their food and culture with others. We left with full stomachs, happy taste buds, and an even greater appreciation for Persian cuisine and the people behind it. Persian Kabab & Grill is definitely a place we'll be returning to soon. Great food, wonderful people, generous hospitality, and an authentic experience--what more could you ask for? Highly recommended!

    Persian Kabob & Grill was an absolute delight from start to finish. The service was beyond…read moreexcellent; warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel like valued guests and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience. The food was outstanding. Every dish was bursting with flavor and prepared with incredible care. The highlight for me was the beef koobideh, which was hands-down my favorite. Perfectly seasoned, delicately cooked, and unbelievably tender, it practically melted in my mouth. You can tell the kitchen takes pride in every detail, from the quality of the ingredients to the presentation of the dishes. If you're looking for authentic Persian cuisine, exceptional hospitality, and food that leaves a lasting impression, Persian Kabob & Grill is a must-visit. I can't wait to come back for more of that incredible koobideh!

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    Ghormeh sabzi , fresh herbs and lamb!

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    4.5(41 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    Late night eats, we dropped in "Al Cuisine" one of the 300,000 halal kabob joints brightly lit with…read more4 foot fluorescent tubes missing a few letters. That's why we couldn't find "Royal Cuisine." Bare bones ambiance with a LCD menu screen that highlighted pics of protein plates and platters showing the same exact garnishes of rice, beans, cuke salad and flatbread on each plate. Almost everything is under $20. The one staff was pleasant and patient explaining the best he could what was included in the combo platter: 2 of each kabob, salad, bread, rice, beans $32. Ordering it to go we opened up the heavy parcel and saw 2 exact containers wondering if we ordered 2 of each. But no, it's the combo of marinated chicken, beef and lamb that were separately marinated and charcoal grilled. Great clean flavors, not overly spiced nor overcooked. Beans and rice were cooked correctly but a little bland, that needed yoghurt or chili paste for moisture. Good sized portions that were actually lean in nature, the cucumbers, tomatoes and dill helped bring the moisture together. Flatbread was serviceable but no oil or seasoning.

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    Kaboli polow ( famous Afghan plat).

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