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    Mediterranean Express Grill

    3.3 (164 reviews)
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    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    13. M-Grill Shish Kebab
    Angel C.

    Security Officer 22 I ordered the kebab. As delicious as it was the restaurant doesn't quite fit with the traditions of a mall. The wait time takes a bit but the mall offers plenty of seating and parking. Customer service was pleasant and had a chill vibe.

    2. Greek Chicken Sandwich

    The food is so fresh and flavorful. I had the Greek chicken sandwich with French fries and both were delicious. The chicken is seasoned perfectly and cooked to perfection. Upon finishing my meal, I went back and asked the Middle Eastern cashier if the cooks in the back were Mexican. She confirmed they were. To which I proclaimed, "I knew it! I know my people! It was delicious." The cooks heard me and started smiling as they knew exactly what I meant. We're amazing cooks! Mexicans can cook every cuisine. We have no limits. I'm Mexican American, so I'm not as good of a cook as the cooks who originate from Mexico, but I still know my food and I know these Mexican cooks take pride in their cooking skills. I will say that it did take around 15 minutes for my meal to come out to me and the people who were ahead of me got their meal after me, so if you want something fast and aren't willing to wait, you would probably be annoyed at the speed of this place. Overall, I loved my meal and hope I made the cooks day with my compliments. Viva Mexico!

    Aftin J.

    I really like coming to this place when I'm hanging out at the mall. Most often, the staff can be a little crass, but that doesn't stop me from ordering. Also, fair warning, expect to wait for your food. I tend to not mind waiting because I know what I order is typically grilled on the spot, so I am ensuring myself a somewhat fresh meal. My go to order is the chicken breast with an upgraded side of hummus instead of salad. I love their rice and I always find the chicken to be juicy and flavorful. I also love the chile that comes with it, it's slightly spicy and yum. The meal also come with some sort of sauce that I pour over my rice, and it adds a nice flavor to it. Overall, this is my go to spot when it comes to food court food. Be sure to check out the other sides they have too.

    Number #9 Combo: Chicken and Beef w/Hummus plus Pita Bread and Greek salad
    Bill H.

    I haven't done much Mediterranean so I don't really have a refined pallate for Greek cuisine. For the most part this establishment is in a food court at the Montebello Town Center so I suppose it's fast food. My cousin the food hound tells me that I haven't eaten authentic Mediterranean to make any comparison, but what the hey, I'll give a review anyway. For one the place has another name which is Local Mediterranean Grill. A little hard to look for on Yelp. Annoying. So my cousin and I ordered some #9 combos which has both beef and chicken kabobs along with pita bread, Hummus, and Greek salad. The portions are big enough for two people so that was good. The chicken was flavorful and the beef was really good and juicy. I liked the Hummus but the pita bread was kinda hard. The Greek salad was okay. The meal was decent and filling. Honestly it deserves 3.5 stars. I plan to try more Mediterranean cuisines from Glendale in the future to see how this one stacks against the authentic ones... More reviews to come!

    Local Mediterranean Grill
    Brittany T.

    The cashier here has the worst attitude and should not be working at any food chain where she is going to have to communicate with people. She is rude, and has no customer service skills. Not to mention, I waited 30+ minutes for my food. Don't come here.

    Chicken Sharma wrap and fries.
    Eric Y.

    Pretty solid for a mall food court lunch option. This place has been in the Montebello town center for quite a long time, and has always been one of the better options for lunch in the mall. If you're craving Mediterranean food though, and you don't mind traveling outside of the mall, there's a lot more options in the area. My latest trip, I tried the chicken sharma (shawarma) wrap. It's basically crispy chicken shawarma with onions and tomatoes, smothered in a lot of tahini sauce. The chicken is nice and crisp on the outside, but kind of dry on the inside, but that's offset by it being drenched in tahini sauce. The wrap also comes with your choice of sides; I opted for the fries which weren't bad. If you get any of the kabobs, it'll take some time given they grill it all to order. Overall, a it's a fine option at the mall, especially if you don't feel like your typical Burger King or Subway-type options.

    Beef Kabob
    Mark S.

    Lule kabobs are bomb!!! Been there three times , it's always good. The humus was prepared with garlic!! Yumm can't wait to go back!

    Michelle N.

    Very good food here !! The mahi mahi tasted really fresh The salad was very lemony - just the way I like it But the baklava wasn't a favorite of mine , Definitely coming back !

    Grilled chicken salad
    Rachel S.

    I guess you can't expect much from a mall food court, but I expected more than this! Don't get me wrong, the food tasted good but it took them 15 minutes to get me a grilled chicken salad. First off, the worker who took my order was rude, took her time and chatted with her other teenage coworkers. She gave me attitude and was not friendly at all. After 10 minutes had passed and I asked about my salad, she said it was coming and that the chicken took a while to grill. Food finally comes out and the guy has trouble closing the box! The girl comes over to help him and they struggle for a minute or two. Finally they get it to close and she packs it up. I ask her if there's dressing inside and she snidely says yes then looks at it and asks her coworker to get her a dressing. Terrible service, decent food. Never again...

    #9 Chicken and Beef Combo (with one side)

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    20 days ago

    Food is absolutely delicious!! Been a fan Over 10 years. Employees change all the time ... food remains delicious!! Worth the wait.

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    Food took way too long and wasn't great. The cashier was also kind of rude, maybe she was just having a bad day.

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    The food is consistently good and never disappoints. Takes a little time but worth the wait!! My go to place when I'm craving Mediterranean.

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    Overrated!!!!! Food sucks! Kinda pricey for how much they serve you. Never eating here again first and last time!

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    3 years ago

    Post COVID it's still as good as ever. Updated hours are still wrong on Yelp. Open till 8 pm on Sunday. Last order at 7:30 pm.

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    Ordered taubouley salad . employee didn't offer pita bread.Had to ask for it He said only given with salads.HELLLO

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    Great food! I wish they do Uber Eats!!! My husband and I enjoyed it. The service is good. The quality of the food was delicious!

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    3.2(608 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
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    While in the area, my husband and I were hungry and wanted to grab something quick to eat before…read moreheading home. So saw there is Zankou chicken and we said why not. So apparently this isn't one of the ones from the chain which I don't understand because it's still same menu Pretty much everything we wanted was 30 mins. The only thing was the Rotisserie chicken so we got half. I asked for tabouleh and he said there is no tabouleh and we're out. Mind you that was 5 pm. It wasn't even late. Then after I ordered, I went back to order more for my sister and I saw tabouleh on display which was there initially but I didn't pay attention. So when I was paying I asked the guy and he said oh I didn't know. Back told me we don't have any. Anyways it didn't taste good and the parsley was not cut properly. My husband and I shared the chicken and a plate Order of falafel. That took 30 mins because of falafel. Really though frying falafel shouldn't take that long! My sister loves their chicken and she didn't even eat it. Forgot to mention when I went to get the chicken, they didn't have anymore then he said this the last one. I'm just confused on how there is nothing left when they have another 4-5 hours! I got an extra tabouleh which she didn't eat either Management need to be better and food shouldn't be taking 30+ mins! This is a fast food place

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    4.6(154 reviews)
    4.5 mi
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    Great tasting kabobs...beef is fillet mignon cooked to your preference! Try their combo plates,…read moreyou'll love them. They take pride in homemade taste.

    Wow!!!! I can't believe I have been going to Blossom Market Hall for years now and ONLY NOW just…read morediscovered Wahib's Mediterranean Express. But I can confidently say that after one meal here, I will be coming back~ Items ordered: 5/5 - Chicken Plate - Garlic Fries - Lamb Gyro Wrap - Baklava Everything here was freshly cooked and made to perfection. But my favorite dish was by far the chicken plate. Let me preface this first with a foodie confession. I'm usually not the biggest fan of chicken kebabs (I prefer beef). Most of the time I find them very dry and bland. However, after hearing from the owner's son that it is their best selling dish, I was convinced to try it. And it truly exceeded all my expectations! With each bite, the meat was packed with juicy, delicious flavor and just melted into my mouth. And with the combination of aromatic rice, grilled zucchini, and fresh hummus, my dad and I completely devoured our plate. Now it got me to thinking: what makes it so different from other places? Well, I actually learned that the owners import a special olive oil to infuse into all their meats, giving it a rich flavor without excess fat. Next time when I return, I'm definitely trying the beef kebab to compare! SERVICE: 5/5 Honestly some of the nicest, humblest, and friendly staff I've ever seen! They were able to answer my questions and offer suggestions, which I deeply appreciate as a foodie aiming to try the best of what each establishment offers. The location is quite convenient and inside Blossom Food Hall with other food vendors in vicinity. (I've actually came several times for ice cream and didn't realize how extensive it was). Seating is plentiful with bar seating and tables throughout the food court. Of note, because it's located on Mission Drive, parking may be limited during certain hours but there's a parking lot in the back. I didn't have an issue finding parking although I can see it easily getting packed on busier events. Overall, with its deliciously made food and fantastic service, they definitely earned me as a regular - and I'll bring the family this time

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    4.7(138 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    First time trying True Love Kitchen and it's definitely a small, hole-in-the-wall spot but those…read moreare usually the best kind. The food did not disappoint. I ordered the chicken and beef lula plate, and it was delicious. The meat was juicy, and cooked just right. The portions were solid, and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. I also tried the garlic feta fries, but unfortunately those weren't for me. Would of preferred if they were tossed in fresh garlic. Definitely will back to try other dishes.

    If you're looking for a true hidden gem, True Love Kitchen absolutely delivers. It's the definition…read moreof a hole-in-the-wall spot that lets the food do all the talking--and the food speaks loudly. The pita alone sets the tone. It's thicker than your typical wrap, warm and pillowy with a flavor that stands on its own. You could honestly enjoy it plain, but dipping it into their hummus takes it to another level. The hummus is smooth, well-seasoned, and layered with flavor without being overwhelming. The salad brings the perfect contrast--fresh, crunchy, and bright without being overly tangy. It balances out the richer dishes beautifully. The rice deserves its own shoutout too: fluffy, fragrant, and generously garlicky in the best way possible. Every bite is packed with flavor. As for the proteins, the filet mignon is unbelievably tender--truly buttery soft and seasoned just right. The beef lule is just as impressive: juicy, savory, and cooked perfectly. You can tell care goes into every component on the plate. From top to bottom, everything tastes fresh, intentional, and satisfying. Don't let the humble exterior fool you--this place is easily five stars and absolutely worth coming back for.

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    3.7(847 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    We dined in at John's Kabob for lunch today, and we tried their combo plates that we can choose any…read moretwo meats (Chicken, Beef, Gyro, Kafta, Shrimp, or Lamb) with the choices of two sides. (Salad, Fries, Rice, Hummus, or Veggies). We ordered the following combo plates: 1. Two meat combo plate (chicken & beef), with fries and salad as sides. 2. Two meat combo plate (Beef & Kafta), with fries and rice. 3. Two meat combo plate (Beef & Lamb), with fries and rice. 4. Two fountain drinks Most of the people got to-go at this restaurant, so it was pretty empty when we dined in; however, they were very busy because they had so many to-go orders. Our food came in about 15 minutes later. Our orders also came with pita bread and yogurt. The pita bread was soft and perfect to dip in the Greek yogurt. I liked my beef Kabob; it was very flavorful. But the meat quality of beef and chicken was not very tender; they were a bit chewy. The Kafta was a Mediterranean dish consisting of ground meat; this one was ground beef. It was not bad. The fries and rice were also good. Make sure to order your food earlier because you may need to wait for a while. The service was friendly. The cashier was very helpful; she helped us to refill our drinks and also followed up on my fries that they forgot earlier.

    Ordered the falafel plate with hummus and caesar salad. Hummus and pita were great. Falafel was a…read morebit crumbly.

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    So dry... Not like the juicy chicken I used to have here or at their 2nd location.

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