I've been to Moby Dick just a few times over the years I've lived in Hampden (most recently a few weeks ago), but I'm not sure why I don't go more often! As far as fast casual concepts go, the food is really interesting and very delicious. Moby Dick is a Persian restaurant, and it has some great and healthy options. Their menu is very large, too, and has lots of dishes I love: dolmeh, falafel, Shirazi salad, kabobs, Kashk-o-Badmejan (a popular Persian eggplant dip with garlic, onions, turmeric, dried mint, and yogurt whey - it's tangy and savory and I love it), and more. On my last visit a few weeks ago, I ordered ahead online and stopped by to pick it up: Shirazi salad, kubideh wrap, and Kashk-o-Badmejan. It was a great little lunch (and some leftover for a snack later). If you're doing a fast casual meal and want to mix it up with a different cuisine, it's a good option! (If you're eating in, the inside of the restaurant is really clean and comfortable and large! And the customer service is friendly!) read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I got the gyro carry out so that I could sit outside by Starbucks and work. It was just okay! It really needed the packaged sauce that comes with it to give it a taste. read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Moby's Gyro - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

As an elderly man, I have trouble getting around. The restaurant itself was hard to navigate for an elderly man such as I. I also have a grandson with severe food allergies. I got to the restaurant and immediately knew that there was an issue. "Why does it smell?" my poor grandson asked. I said, "let us just try the food first". The food tasted like it was made in an industrial meat packing facility, nothing was fresh. Finally, my grandson was almost poisoned by their food. Not good place. But the water was free at least. read more

Hummus is amazing!!! everything we have had in our two visits has been phenomenal! Really impressed. Pita bread is mid, but I have a low bar for pita anyways. No wow factor but I'm not there for the bread! read more

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I first visited Moby Dick in Bethesda, some 20+ years ago, and had absolutely loved everything they offered. And while it's been a little while since last visiting one, I recently stopped by their Rotunda location, and must say, I was disappointed to the point that I will likely not return to Moby Dick, which is unfortunate considering they are celebrating their 35 year anniversary. First of all they no longer use a clay tandoor oven to make their pitas, rather, they are pre-made and just reheated in a warming oven. Same with the cucumber salad, which now comes in small sealed containers vice handmade on site. And finally, I ordered the falafel platter, and the falafel was likely also pre-made, as they looked like perfect little pucks vice balls, and were very dense, overcooked, and dry with little flavor. What a shame, as I've always championed Moby Dick. read more

The chicken kabob salad was outstanding--perfectly tender chicken with amazing flavor, served fresh and satisfying. Every bite was delicious. We will definitely be back! We had lunch there before seeing a movie at Warehouse Rotunda! read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Chicken Kabob salad - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Location only had a few people inside. Takeout took about 15 mins to prepare. I ordered a chickem/beef combo and it was delicious. Total was about $20. read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Beef/chicken half rice half salad - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Ive been here twice and enjoy the food a lot. Ordering online is super easy and the food is ready to pick up when you arrive, or you can dine-in the spacious seating area they have. GLOWS: - Their branding is on point. They have their branding on the sauces and to-go containers for dips, which is a nice touch. -I enjoyed the chicken platter and the wings platter (I enjoy salad as my base, as the rice is very heavy). -I look forward to trying their hummus on my next visit. GROWS: -Their salad is very fresh. I just wish it had some seasoning to help boost the flavors, especially as the dressing is a little tart. - I wish the pita bread was served warm. - Their wings have a nice char on them, but are more burnt than crispy when I got them. read more

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we've been coming here for years. its a great healthy option for takeout. last night I got the salmon and was a little disappointed, it lacked a bit of flavor. its been a while and it seems.like they may have changed their bread. it was tough, cold, and in a plastic bag. I remember it being warm and fresh. their rice is still the best in the game. we love their chicken and beef, ill stick with that next time. read more

Great experience! A third party delivery driver accidentally gave me the wrong order tonight (it happens!) - I called the store to let them know and see how I can refund. Angel, the manager, immediately offered to remake and deliver my order at no cost. He hand delivered it to me right away and he was very very kind. Angel, you made my week! Food is great as always :) read more

I didn't think I would experience what I did when I decided to try the food here. I placed my order of two entrees for take out and was told about it would take about 15 minutes. Right after my order was taken, a group of 5 came in. Their order came right out within 10 minutes of ordering. It did not look like they ordered ahead of time since a few were indecisive with their orders. My order was take out and theirs were dine in. I don't know if the party that ordered after me knew the workers/owners or not but I had my suspicion. At this point I'm was already waiting on 30 minutes. I didn't mind waiting but the fact that I saw a party of 5 get their food before me and ordered after I placed mine, rubbed me the wrong way. The food wasn't anything to write about either which was a big disappointment after waiting. read more

Lamb shanks are phenomenal on the special list!! I e enjoyed several different dishes from MOBY'S the customer service is amazing and the ambiance is fresh, and clean!! read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Lamb shank - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Moby Dick is a solid option for quick, tasty Mediterranean cuisine. Any place that gives complimentary bread is already a winner in my book!! Some of their menu items are better than others: the rice and bread are delicious, and most of the meat-eating people I've gone here with have enjoyed the chicken. On the other hand, the vegetable kabob is mediocre at best and I wouldn't recommend it. The kashk bademjan (eggplant appetizer) is pretty good, and pairs well with their bread. FYI, this isn't a place where you're seated with a menu and have a waiter serve you - you walk up to the counter to order, and then pick your food up from the counter when it's ready (but there's plenty of seating). The dining atmosphere is casual and comfortable, and the service is usually fast. I also appreciate that they give you a free drink if you show them a Johns Hopkins ID! read more

If you like kabobs check this place out. The skewers were served over a bed of rice. The rice was as good as any I have ever had.

The bread used to be the bomb. New owners changed things and now can't even eat it. Love the chicken and rice, that hasn't changed. Disappointed. read more

Love this chain for consistent food and quality across multiple locations that I've tried. I would highly recommend their kebob platters. I especially enjoy their lamb and the chicken is incredibly tender and the marinade is delicious! The rice and salad are awesome pairings for the meat. Note that the food will take some time. I've usually waited at least 15 minutes for my orders but it's well worth it! read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Joojeh Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Moby Dick's house of kabob is a DC based Persian kabob chain. It's amazing and you should absolutely try it. This location is the first one they opened in the Baltimore area. This location, like others, is in a strip mall. This is an ideal location for their primarily take-away business. However there is a decent amount of seating if you choose to dine-in. Everything is awesome, but here are some pointers; Kabob comes with rice, or salad, or naan (if you ask). Koobideh or Kubideh is the basic starter dish. Ground beef kabob, with seasoning. It's fantastic. Joojeh is marinated chicken breast kabob. Another basic starter entrée. You don't have to be adventurous to try this and it's pretty darn tasty. Chenjeh kabob is marinated cubes of beef. Very flavorful, and again does not require an adventurous spirit. Barreh kabob is marinated lamb and is where you start to need a sense of adventure if you are not familiar with Persian cuisine. It's wonderful, but lamb is obviously different in texture and flavor than beef. The real exotic dishes are the appetizers and specials. The apps are familiar to those who have tried other Mediterranean cuisines, but with slightly different spices in Persian cooking. The various daily special stews are served over rice, and are all very well prepared. Gormeh sabzi is a must-have dish! Overall a wonderful restaurant; and I highly recommend you come here asap. read more

The meat I got was so fatty I could barely chew it. Overall, I don't particularly recommend. I just wasn't impressed with the food. I definitely won't be going back. read more

Been my go to for decades and always outstanding!!! So grateful that they have expanded into the Baltimore market. read more

Brought my friend for dinner. Service was amazing. My kabobs took a little longer so the kind gentleman gave me hummus and pita to hold me over while I waited. He also went around with dolmeh for everyone in the restaurant to sample. My spicy ground chicken kabob was so amazing and my joojeh (chicken breast) kabob was perfectly cooked - moist and juicy. Shirazi salad was fresh and palate cleansing. Barely made a dent in my meal so took the rest home for lunch and dinner tomorrow. Thanks Moby for another amazing meal!! read more

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Dear Yelp Friends. This is my MEA CUPLA. An Updated review from my October review that previously scored 2 stars out of 5 due to the food we selected. In the last week my wife and I tried House of Kabobs twice (Joojeh Kabobs to be specific). And boy, was this food good! WAY different than before. The chicken was about as perfect as you can get. Juicy, but also some nice light char on it from the fire it was grilled on. And they were generous portions... which is important for a big boy like me! lol The salad it came with was crisp and delicious. Definitely a Med flair to it with the goat cheese, olives and pepperoncini (ok the pepper may not be Med, but they were tasty too). The Joojeh chicken, slowly grilled to deliciousness, was served on a generous bed of saffron rice with a touch of cheese on top (ok, I do not like cheese in my rice, but it wasn't that much and I just took it off). We ordered this last Wednesday (via DoorDash) and we hit the jackpot in such a good meal. Great portions, tasty and a good value! I ordered again today, thinking that such a good meal was a fluke, that they wont be consistent and on a weekend too... HAH, boy was I wrong! Today the meal was as delicious as the one from middle of last week. Healthy food (the ingredients/nutritional info is avail on their website by each item on the menu), and good tasting food, and a value price. Give 'em a try, they have two locations in greater Baltimore... but with the consistency they proved to me, location doesn't matter. Just give 'em a try!! read more

I've only visited their location in Pikesville but the food has always been good. I usually get the chicken kebab with rice. I love the cucumber based sauce they serve with it. I've also tried the steak and chicken combo with rice. The steak was a little tough but it was seasoned. I appreciate that they give you pita bread as well. I've visited this located during Covid -19 and they do take precautions to keep you safe. read more

Very flavorful lamb shank, which is a Tuesday special. The rice and salad are well-seasoned as well. Also huge portion. Service is friendly. Overall experience here. read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Lamb shank - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Had amazing kabobs after a real long time.. enjoyed each and every bite.. Fast serving.. Clean place.. Amazing taste..hands down.. Fully recommend.. read more

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This place SURPRISES ME!! OMG...their veggie entree with rice is SO GOOD!! I could not believe how small this place is yet their foods is so powerful and flavorful!! I will be back!! read more

My food here is always amazing!! I ordered my food thru Doordash and it came within 45 minutes. The food was hot and fresh. I love the spices that they use on the meat. It's just enough to be ultra flavorful without being too much. The yogurt sauce that they include gives the kabob that extra little hint of flavor that makes it perfect!! I am so happy that there is a Moby Dick's here in Baltimore because I have been to the one in DC and Virginia. This is my go to spot for excellent food!! read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Moby's super combo with Barreh. I got half rice and half salad with Flatbread and yogurt sauce on the side. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I ordered Falafel and Ground Lamb Kabob with Rice & Salad for takeout. I paid $21.71, which was not bad. I also inhaled it for lunch and dinner, so it was good enough. The entree is a large portion, enough for 2 meals. Kabob was quite good; fatty, well-spiced and moist, also tasted a bit of liquid smoke. I could be wrong. Up to you whether that's bad or good, or even if you taste it. Rice was pretty good, and the house salad dressing was very good, but the salad was sad and wilty --that is not unique however, I don't go to any place like this expecting good iceberg-based salad. It also came with bread, which was, in fact, pita as described on the menu and not nuun. That surprised me actually. Why DO they serve pita?Kind of chewy and commercial-tasting. The falafel was moist, but pale green and I got one or two small bursts of flavor per piece. Yes, kheyr o mast is very good on it, but it should stand better alone. I walked in to pick up and kind of stood there and waited for the worker to turn around for a minute or so because I was thinking about other things, so I guess that was my fault. So service was neither remarkable nor terrible. I'm not sure why Yelp lists this as "Casual, Classy" because it's a fast casual place and pretty much fast food. Maybe somebody thought it was classy because it is slightly dimmer inside than you might expect? It has tables but I don't think it's primarily a sit down restaurant, at least during lunch. In sum: the quality and taste of the food was average and portion size large for a pretty good price. I would probably eat it again and I would try their doogh and specials, but I won't go out of my way to because it's nowhere near as good as Persian fast casual could be. read more

I'm Iranian born so going to this place was a interesting as I have a high standard for kabob and rice. For a place that has your food ready in 10-15 minutes this place is amazing. The kabob isn't the best quality meat but is as authentic as you can have it in a franchise type restaurant. The rice is the perfect texture and very buttery. This is probably my favorite part. The kabob I would recommend is the kubideh as this is a traditional Iranian favorite. Also if you like pita bread, there pita bread is nice and cheery and pretty cheap as a side item. For me this place is great as it reminds me of home at a good price. read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Kubideh Kabob with rice. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Finally made my way back to Moby Dicks and was not disappointed. I carried out a family platter number one and a side of falafel. The food was high quality and generous with the ground meat, chicken, lamb and veggie kabobs all fresh tasting and cooked to perfection. I would have happily traded half of the large tray of rice that accompanied the meal for more of their spectacular eggplant dip. Pitas were still warm when I arrived back home and were so tasty an satisfying forming the perfect bad for meats and dips. The cucumber sauce was light and fresh. Finally, the baklava was nutty and not overly sweet. Overall, a very tasty and fairly priced dinner for four for around $40. read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Order up! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Great fast food and great service! I had the gyro and it was delicious! They serve you complimentary bread and sauce after you order, and are generous about giving you extra sauce if you ask. I enjoyed the Gyro roll. It was flavorful and filling! My friends' kebab plate looked great, too. The staff were also very friendly and accommodating. For the price and service, the food is genuinely good and worth a try! read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Moby's Gyro - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Ate here for lunch today and it was fine/okay. I ordered the spicy ground chicken sandwich and was slightly disappointed. The flavor of the chicken was good, but I did not love the texture. The staff was great and the food was freshly prepared (took about 10 minutes). So I would definitely go again and try something else on the menu. read more

regret to say that my experience with Moby Dick House of Kabob across multiple locations in my area has been nothing short of disappointing and unsatisfactory. From their poor customer service to their mediocre food and deceitful practices, my encounters with this establishment have left me with a sour taste in my mouth and a hole in my wallet. First and foremost, let's address the abysmal customer service which is a non-existence in this company. " have you tried calling their HQ or contacting them via their site? they never reply or ever answer the phone. They are busy taking your money for their lavish lifestyle. As for the food, it was nothing to write home about. Mediocre at best and downright disappointing at worst. It's evident that quality is not a priority for Moby Dick House of Kabob, as they seem content to churn out subpar fare that fails to impress even the least discerning palate. Considering the plethora of dining options available in the local area, there's simply no excuse for such lackluster establishment. "PLEASE GO TO CASPIAN OR YEKTA'. it's clear that this company prioritizes profit over integrity. It's one thing to provide a subpar experience, but it's another thing entirely to actively deceive and defraud your customers. In conclusion, I cannot in good conscience recommend Moby Dick House of Kabob to anyone. With its poor customer service, mediocre food, and deceitful practices, it's clear that this establishment values quantity over quality and profit over people. Save yourself the disappointment and seek out a dining experience elsewhere. Your taste buds--and your wallet--will thank you. BTW, the company blocked me after I wrote a review on their FB page. " what are you afraid of Moby Dick? read more

The food was fine, I got the chunks of beef kabob and for the price I would have preferred a few more chunks of beef. What annoyed me is that I was told you get two pieces of pita with hummus and a side order gives you two as well. So I do that and see that I have only 3 pieces of pita and request the fourth piece. Get home to find the fourth piece has burned shit all over it and unfortunately didn't grab a picture before I ripped it off and put it away the edible pRts for leftovers. Oh also it was a dry as fuck piece much more noticeably than my other pieces along w black shit on it. So very apparent that my fourth piece was what I was owed right. Sorry I paid 20$ for a few pieces of beef and bullshit. read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I had the pleasure of partaking in an event for Yelpers. As an 'elite' member, one of the many perks, is attending interesting events around town that I would not otherwise know about. This time around, it was for a tasting at 'Moby Dick House of Kabobs' right in the Rotunda location off 41st Street. I have been in the shopping area numerous times to enjoy Moms and few other local spots. I didn't even know this place was in this complex. Once seated, our hosts, Isaiah and a lovely young lady introduced us to Mobys and the feasting began. They had a spread of various tasting dishes. The dishes we were able to try were are provided below... but I'll start with my 5-STAR WINNER!!!! 'La piece de resistance' was a dish they serve on Wednesdays... And I'm here to tell you... OMG! This dish is of the Gods!!!! Ladies & Germs... introduce to you: 1) Khoresht Gheymeh: Fresh eggplant slices, yellow peas, sautéed onion, and perfectly seasoned beef all slow cooked in a rich tomato sauce flavored with exotic Persian spices and served with aromatic Basmati rice. This dish was visually deceiving, I admit. Looking at the dish, it appeared to be a lot of pork belly roasted and simmered in a sauce of lentils, onions & beef. I've NEVER been a fan of the whole 'pork belly' phenomena... but I was will to try it since that was kind of the purpose of the event, right? So I took my piece of pork that looked very fatty ... BUT had resistance to it (which was odd for pork fat) and sliced through and begrudgingly took my 1st bite. My crinkled up mouth (you know, the mouth you make when you don't really wanna try something but you have to), quickly evolved into a smile/grin of sublime joy. This wasn't fat at all... it was eggplant that i believe was broiled/charred and then stewed. Oh My GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!!! This was so dayum good, I can't fully give it the proper respect it's due. I couldn't get enough of it. I had THREE servings... I know -greedy azz but... so what! It was goooood! 2) Moby Dick's House Salad: Garden fresh greens and lettuce, succulent tomato, crisp cucumber, onion, rich feta cheese crumbles, Kalamata olives and juicy pepperoncini served with Moby Dick's delicious House Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing. 3) Kashk Bademjan: Fresh eggplant sautéed and whipped with fresh garlic, traditional Persian herbs, a hint of salt and pepper, and garnished with caramelized onion and creamy yogurt. Pretty solid contender. At room temp, I think this could have been a star. It was just too cold. 4) Must-o-Mooseer: Creamy yogurt mixed with minced shallots and traditional Persian herbs, and a dash of salt. Served with our fresh out of the oven pita bread. Big fan of this sauce. Always have been. 5) Hummus: A rich and delicious combination of mashed chickpeas, zesty tahini sauce, garlic and a touch of lemon juice all made from scratch, paired with our freshly baked bread. Always a hit! 6) Spicy Ground Chicken Kabob: Savory and spicy chicken, ground with onion and Signature Moby Dick seasoning then grilled to a tender and juicy perfection. Very tasty. Wished it was heated. 7) Kubideh Kabob: Fresh beef marinated in our Signature Moby Dick seasoning and ground with onion then slow grilled to a tender finish. Tasty. 8) Bamiyeh (Fried donut holes): A Persian delight made from light yogurt and starch-based dough, fried to a crunchy outside and soft, moist inside, then dipped in syrup for a sweet finish, all made in-house. 9) Baklava: Light and flaky filo crust, carefully layered and filled with syrup sweetened nuts then baked to perfection. This was our take home treat and it did not disappoint. I will definitely be going back for some Khoresht Gheymeh. Trust and believe!!!!!!!! Give it a try... read more

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This location of Moby Dick is located in a very nice shopping center called "The Rotunda." Plenty of free parking, which is rare for the city. The store itself has a clean, open space kind of dining area. The kitchen area, which you can sort of look into form the cashier area, appears clean as well. I got the "Lubia Polo," which is small beef chunks cooked with onion and green beans, topped over on a bed or basmati rice. In all honesty, it tasted like beef fried rice, which I am okay with. There was enough beef chunks and the quality of meat was good. Bonus points for serving food in eco-friendly paper containers. They have a daily lunch special available. Will return to try other items again! read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Daily lunch specials - taken on Oct 15, 2018 - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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This was my first time here and I'm glad I stopped by. The restaurant offers a variety of options, including a number of vegetarian options. I went for the Joojeh Kabob which uses chicken as a main ingredient. It was reasonably priced at around $8 and the serving size was quite generous. The chicken was tender, moist, and flavorful. The pita bread was a bit dry and bland, however. The place was moderately busy when we went (around noon on a weekday), but waiting time was reasonable at around 15 minutes. Overall, great place for lunch if you're near the Rotunda. read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Delicious food for a cheap price in a nice community. Got the Moby Dick combo kebab with chicken and lamb, and a bottle of juice for less than $22. The kebab was nicely grilled, juicy and flavorful, and portion was just great for the price. Glad that I found this good place and finally I could free myself from the lack of gourmet around JHU campus. read more

Moby Dick House of Kabob - Moby Dick combo kebab with chicken and lamb - Middle Eastern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Great need more sides and better . I also need genuine Taziki sauce . Very friendly and professional

I am a Los Angeles transplant and am accustomed to flavorful food. Moby Dick's recipes and service are authentic. I encourage you to try the family platter for a worthy sample of their lineup. They are in the Rotunda shopping center. read more

However much I am a promoter of global cuisine, I think even I fell prey to the homesickness. A couple of days of pizza and burgers, and I found myself craving for a bit of spice. And that's when I stumbled across this "House of Kabob" ! This pretty little cafe, offering Middle Eastern cuisine and an excellent Koobideh Kebab was all I needed to feel the spices again. Though there's a list of options in Kebabs like Koobideh(beef), Joojeh(chicken), Barreh(lamb) and Chenjeh(beef), the Koobideh is hands down, the juiciest and most beautiful of them all. For you unfortunate souls who are yet to try a Koobideh Kebab, let me paint a story for you. Imagine long skewers of Kebabs grilling on hot charcoal and the beautiful aroma of the marinated meet filling up the room. "Koobideh" refers to the style that the meat was traditionally prepared : placed on a flat stone and smashed with a wooden mallet. They usually serve it with Polo (Persian Rice) and order a side of Doogh (Salty Persian Yogurt Drink) to complete the meal. They also have Combos available for pairing up the different Kebabs, and I think the Combo III is my go-to combo. They serve other stuffs, like Hummus and Baklava, among the ones I have tried. Those aren't so impressive. But I will always be back for the Koobideh! read more