This may actually be the best gas station food you can get in the state of Michigan. Located in the Sunoco on the corner of 12 mile and Coolidge, you can easily miss this place or pass it off as not worth it. Do not. I consider myself a pretty good source of information on the Mediterranean food in the area. And in the Royal Oak, Berkeley, and Ferndale area this is the best I've found. I usually get the SAM salad which can be pictured as if you combined a chicken schwarma and a fattoush salad and blended it together. It sounds strange, but just try it. You won't be disappointed. Their garlic sauce is out of this world. Tasty without being way too salty like some sauces can be. Chicken is always tender and perfectly cooked. Plenty of parking in the gas station. They have limited seating, this place is mostly a carry out location. Absolutely the cheapest prices for how good the food is. They could charge 30 percent more and I wouldn't complain. Overall: Some of the best Mediterranean food you can get in the D. read more

Very good and close definite must to return. Portion sizes give enough for three meals with the 3 course platter. Located right on 12 mile in Berkley some of the best Mediterranean food around. If in the area must try if in the mood. Service was quick and efficient and everything was hot. Fantastic value for price paid. read more

Don't be fooled by their being in a gas station, the food is extremely good, always fresh and prepared quite quickly. Not only is it delicious, but the prices are quite fair, the quantities are generous and you can pick up some gas while you wait. The only reason they don't get five stars is that they are not very nice. Almost all the workers come off as being inconvenienced by your coming there and buying their food. They're jerks, but damnit it is delicious. My favorite items - Kafta sandwich, fattoush salad, hummus read more

Best middle eastern food you can find in Oakland county. Start with the roasted red pepper humus! I usually get cream chop chicken, chicken shawarma, or a fatoush salad. I eat here once a week! The staff is super friendly, and the kitchen is very clean. 10/10 definitely recommend read more

So this place is in a gas station, and seriously runs circles around most of the Middle Eastern restaurants I've been too. The food is super fresh and you can stand there and watch them cook from start to finish, all day, everyday if you like. The staff is hilarious to me. The main guy there always seems to have an attitude and never smiles, but after a few visits, you learn he is really nice and attentive, and just never shows it on his face. I went through a phase where I was obsessed with their pickles (seriously, their pickles are like crack, very addictive). When he figured out who we were on the phone (we often called in our orders), he started including extra pickles even if my husband forgot to ask. My favorite meals are the chicken schwarma sandwich and the chicken schwarma plate with rice and salad. Their garlic sauce is stupid good. You won't even care that your breath is hot because it is worth it. The salad's are huge, the chicken breast is always delicious, and the rice with almonds is superb. I often buy a large and refry it with ground beef or whatever leftover protein I have in the house the next day. You will not regret eating here. Very clean. Very good. Very healthy. read more

Okay, not going to lie, I was skeptical about coming here because my vision of gas station food as old hot dogs of questionable origin rolling around in shiny animal fat was firmly in my mind. This is the exact opposite of that. Tasty tasty food that tastes fresh and just...well, good! Had the chicken schwarma and house salad and tasted some of my friends baba ganoussh. Everything was great!! Notably, I don't normally like baba ganoussh that much, but this made me a convert. Price: good, filling meal for 5-10 dollars Ambiance: well it's a gas station....but there are tables inside to eat. Service: quick and efficient NB: You're going to get everything in a to-go box Enjoy yelpers! read more

Mr. Kabob is my go-to for catering for large groups - not only is it REALLY delicious (and a team favorite, for sure), but they are always willing to work with us if we need a last minute order, they are always on time, and the service is friendly and personal. Prices are a little high, but you definitely get what you're paying for. I am an admin at a very large company, and ordering for 500+ isn't uncommon.. it is a pleasure and we will continue to do business with them! read more

I could count the number of times in my entire life I've eaten gas station food on one hand. But after eating at Mr. Kabob, that's about to change. I went there today to seek out a decent shawarma wrap on the recommendation of a good friend and fellow foodie. After he told me it was inside a Sunoco has station, I had obvious reservations. I'm really glad now I listened to him. The wrap was fresh, flavorful and totally scrumptious. The chicken was juicy and tender, the garlic sauce was just right, and it was a great portion for $3.99. The tomatoes and pickles inside were also very fresh and light, and complimented the bite of the garlic just enough to tame its potency. In addition to the fantastic food, the cook and cashier were very friendly and gracious, and took their craft very seriously. My friend that recommended this place says that their fattoush salad and falafel is also outstanding, and after today's experience, I am absolutely confident he's right. In fact, since this will now be a weekly stop for me, I'll know for myself in no time. Highly, highly recommend this place. Don't be shy that its in a gas station, because its a true Berkley gem!! read more

Got the mixed shawarma dinner combo and it was pretty tasty, good flavor on the chicken and beef. I also got a side of hummus which was a good portion for the price. I'll be back to try some of the other dishes. read more

Mr Kabob - Takeout: Mixed Shawarma Dinner w/Rice and Salad. Side small hummus. 4star. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

We live in Pontiac so its not like its right around the corner. We've started to come down to pick up dinner at least once every 2 weeks. The service is very nice and the food is REALLY good!! I think my husband and I had our food fixed by the owner today. He was so GENUINE!! I used to be one of those "its gas station food", people. Not anymore. Someone suggested it to us and well...here we are. So...take the leap and go have yourself some really good Mediterranean food!! You will not be disappointed and you will be back. I haven't tried any of the other locations. I'll leave that to you guys. Me...I'm sticking to Berkley. Thanks for the AWESOME service today...Sunday, April 25th, 2021. You all continue to be well. Oh...Beef Kafta Dinner, Chicken & Beef Shwarma & Fatoosh...Grilled vegetables...Rice. I could go on, but... read more

Service has been slightly below expectations for a yet another Michigan gas station/middle eastern joint, but who cares. I always opt for the pita sandwiches as they are the most efficient way to indulge. Probably the best chicken shawarma sandwich I've had in Michigan. read more

Picked up kabob platter for dinner .. Never thought food from a gas station could be that good read more

Mr Kabob - Kabob platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Berkley, Michigan

This place is ridiculously good... arguably one of the best chicken shwarmas in Michigan. It is probably the main competitor to Bucharest Grill (in Detroit) in terms of shwarma size, price, and of course, FLAVOR. I've eaten takeout from here many times at my Uncle's, but eating inside is also fun, if not a bit novel. It's just not that common to find quality food in a gas station. =) The clerk who rang us up comes across as being a really nice, genuine guy. Also, not sure where they get their boklava or if they make it, but WOW... it's the real deal. Great place. Highly recommended. read more

It hurts me to give this place anything less than five stars, but I really feel like I have to. Their food is outstanding, best chicken shawarma and fattoush salad I've ever had. I've been here many times, it's a quick, cheap and healthy meal that's less than 10 minutes down the street, and the service has always been good... Except for the last time I went. I went up to the counter to order food for me and my boyfriend. I asked for a chicken shawarma lunch for him and a small fattoush salad with chicken for me. Pretty standard and simple, or so I thought. The man taking my order glared at me when I walked up and seemed absolutely uninterested in what I was saying or in taking my order at all. I brushed it off and waited for my food. Once I got my order, I realized that my salad and chicken were missing. I went up again and said very politely, "I'm really sorry, I don't know if I gave you my order correctly" and told him again what I wanted, and again he brushed it off and acted like I was less than human standing in front of him. Needless to say, I never got what I ordered. At this point I was way too frustrated to ask for it again, so I paid for what I got and then left. To top it all off, I was still charged for my full order that I never got. I have never been a sour customer, I've worked in customer service for many years and I am nothing but sweet to all service employees, and I am incredibly disappointed in this establishment's service. I don't think I will be back any time soon. read more

This is probably a 3.3, which means I will return. Atmosphere: This is a take-out kabob venue within a gas station. Food mission: I was interested in finding a good chicken shawarma wrap in Troy or Berkley. The chicken shawarma pita (ca. $5) at Mr. Kabob includes pickle slices, chopped tomatoes and juicy grilled chicken in a pita that has been warmed in a panini press (rating = 3.5). I would get this chicken shawarma wrap again. Other food at Mr. Kabob's: I have tried the chicken shawarma plate with juicy grilled chicken chunks, a side of grilled vegetables, and a salad. The grilled vegetables included perfectly grilled green peppers (rating = 3.2), and carrots that were undercooked (rating = 2.8). The salad consisted mostly of iceberg lettuce with a dressing where I thought I tasted hints of mint and olives (rating = 3.8). I would get the salad, and might get the chicken shawarma again. -- Comparison to related chicken shawarma wraps: I have tried the chicken shawarma wrap at Grape Leaves Restaurant, Mr. Kabob, La Marsa Cuisine, Cedar Grille, La Saj, Estia Greek Street Food, Lentil Mediterranean Grill, Mr. Kabob Express, and the samoon sandwich 2941 Street Food. Chicken: 1. The chicken was juicy in the sandwiches at these venues, excepting Grape Leaves Restaurant, LMG (also grainy flavoring), Mr. Kabob Express. 2. The chicken in the samoon sandwich had tandori flavorings, while the chicken in La Marsa's was roasted (with a flavor like a good Thanksgiving turkey). Most of the other venues were more traditional. Pickles: The pickles at Mr. Kabob's were good. The best pickled flavor that I experienced was at 2941 Street Food. Bread: The pita at Mr. Kabob's was standard. The best bread (for the wrap) that I experienced was at either 2941 Street Food, or at Estia Greek Street Food. Price: The wrap was less expensive than the wrap at Estia (which had superior bread), and the samoon sandwich at 2941 Street Food (which was non-traditional, and probably the best sandwich of this type that I had). read more

I ordered chicken Shawarma and was really disappointed. Pretty flavorless and soaking wet. I guess I'm just spoiled after having Shawarma from Bucharest Grill. read more

Overcharged me, messed up my order. The food was good, but the clerk was too busy to do his job right when no one was there. He sent me to the register which charged me $27 for Chicken shawarma dinner, with tabouleh salad Medium garlic paste Small grape leaves 2 baklava Honest tea from the cooler. I got back to a bagged order that was tied closed. Knew I should've checked it. Didn't get the baklava. They didn't provide a receipt. I won't be back. read more

Absolutely love Mr Kabob. Don't let it being in a gas station scare you off. Good sized portions at a good price. Food itself is very delicious. Was conveniently located for me too. It's pretty busy overall, people constantly coming and going for their takeout orders. Has been voted best Middle Eastern food in the area multiple times for obvious reasons. You'll only be disappointed if you were anticipating sitting down to eat somewhere fancy. read more

My wife and I nickname this place the "Shawarma Nazi" since the entire staff is so incredibly rude each and every time we go here. It's as if you are bothering the staff by giving them business. However their food is so good that we have to deal with their terrible staff as it is the only decent middle eastern food in the area. read more

I eat here at least twice a week. It may be in a gas station but being middle eastern myself I will tell you their food is the real deal! And their portion sizes on their dinners are HUGE! Being vegan here is easy as the garlic, hummus and 95% of their food is plant based (minus their meats of course). read more

Don't judge a book by its cover. This gas station houses a hidden gem. The best middle easter food I've had in my life. And I used to be deployed to Bahrain and Dubai so that says something eh? I had the chicken shawarma and the tabouli. The chicken was very tender and the garlic dip sauce was amazing!! The pita bread was warm and not bland at all. Do yourself a favor and check this place out. You will fall in love. read more

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It's shockingly good food from a gas station. Put aside any fear, order out and join the group who already knows this place is good! Prices are good, the people were nice and it had a very busy vibe at dinner time. This is what Yelp does best, you find the gems! read more

I can't say I have ever been to a place where I can fill my gas tank and stomach at the same time and find so much pleasure. While not gas station prices (but still very fair), the quality of the ingredients are superior to any sit down Mediterranean restaurant within 60 square miles. Now only if they start offering gas and go, chicken shawarma combos... read more

Located in a gas station- which makes you question the food. But as youre waiting you notice all the awards they have won, literally 10 plaques lining the kitchen window, all raving about how amazing the food is. Once I got my food (5 minutes after ordering) I was really excited and it was absolutely delicious! Really reasonable pricing. Pita is soft and pliable, the garlic dip is delicious and not even remotely spicy (like bad garlic), really well grilled chicken, fresh veggies! I had the chicken kabob pita with the side house salad. Absolutely recommend it to anyone who likes middle eastern food. Next time I go I'm trying the hummus and falafel! read more

I tried Mr.Kabob for the first time at a friend's graduation party and I was impressed. So I took it upon myself to drag my boyfriend there to see what the hype was about, let's just say we were highly disappointed. We both ordered a chicken shawarma and it appeared the chicken was made the day before. The chicken was very dry and lacked seasoning ( we weren't given a lot of chicken either). The fries fortunately weren't too bad. Don't think we'll be returning anytime soon though. read more

Was in the mood for good Middle Eastern food in Royal Oak so I decided to stop by the much hyped, "you wont believe it's in a gas station" restaurant. There were a few other customers waiting for their order and the guy at the register clearly see's me reading the menu continues to ask "are you ready", and as I'm ordering says "are you done?" after every item. Then he proceeds to talk crap about the other customers in Arabic, having no idea that I'm multi-lingual. Finally after 5-10 mins grunts and waves a receipt at me then points at the register. After paying he points to a greasy paper bag and walks away. In terms of the food the Chicken Shawarma was cold and was too heavy on the garlic sauce and they forgot the rest of the toppings. Beef Shawarma only tasted like allspice and was stuffed with raw onions, also cold. Beef Kefta was flavorless and I'm guessing they forgot half the toppings on this one as well, only raw onion and tomato no sauce. Salad and Hummus were fresh. I do not understand the hype at all, maybe the sandwich press was broken, but everything was cold and dry. Pro's +Price +Location Con's -Service -Food Temperature -Lack of Consistency read more

Ok, so I stopped into Mr. Kabob yesterday on the recommendation of countless people saying "you've got to try it". I, like many of you, have always kind of put it off because, after all, it is in a gas station. I live right around the corner and any time that I wanted Mediterranian I would head to Ferndale for some Anita's, or if I didn't feel like driving that far I'd go to the rude people at Grape Leaves. Well, now I have the best of both worlds. Great food and great people...and close! Both my girlfriend (who was even more hesitant than I was to try) loved it. Can't wait to try more of their menu. I had shwarma and she had falaffel, and we shared some homus and tabouli. It was all great. It's great to see that some people just have it right. The owners of this "gas station" should be really proud of how they took what most owners would leave barren space for god knows what and turned it into something amazing. Not just was the Mr. Kabob area clean, the entire station was spic and span. I never felt doubt for one second once I was in that I was getting food from a gas station. Keep up the good work, guys. And we'll see you again soon...probably today. read more

This place is one of two Middle Eastern joints I will frequent in the Royal Oak/Berkley area. Nothing else compares. Everything is on point. Prices are fair, and staff is nice. I always get a big platter of food that will last my fiancé and I a whole weekend (including Friday). Well worth it. Any negative reviews of this place should be promptly dismissed. read more

Mr Kabob might have the best Middle Eastern food in Metro Detroit. It is probably the restaurant where my family most often to get take out. Look at the menu online or keep a copy in your house or car. That way, they'll have your food ready when you show up. The combination meals that feed 2-6 people, depending on what you get, are great deals. For under $50, you get four or five meats, rice, a large salad, pita, hummus, and all the fixings. We also had them cater my daughter's 2nd birthday party (she loves Mr Kabob too). I called ahead on Monday for a Saturday party. They had the food ready at my requested time. We had family and friends in from out of town and they all raved about the food. Everyone ate at least seconds. If you are looking for something better than pizza or fried chicken for a party, call Mr Kabob. I can't stress enough how great this place is. I have been getting food from Mr Kabob for three years, and I have never had a bad experience. I have had Middle Eastern food from all over Metro Detroit, and this is my favorite place. Luckily, it's in a gas station about a mile in a half from my house. read more

Attentive, efficient, friendly and generous staff. The portions are massive and are at a very good value! We will be back for more chicken Shwarma and roasted red pepper hummus! We make this a regular part of our Sunday in Detroit now! read more

The food here was good, although definitely overpriced compared to other middle eastern restaurants in the area. However, the employees are incredibly rude and disrespectful, bordering on downright abrasive. I have never had a pleasant conversation with employees there. Tonight's adventure: The website for Mr. Kabob has a FAQ section, which specifically states that many locations have senior and military discounts. When I went to pick up my food, I asked if they had such a discount, and all three employees stopped, stared at me as though I were insane, and said "No. No. We do not." I pointed out that perhaps they just didn't participate in the promotion, but was then told that the website does not even say that any of their locations offer discounts. "I wrote the website. It is not there," said one man. "Maybe you should look at it," I suggested. "No. It is not there." (It is.) Not being offered a discount--fine, that's their right. Treating me like I am a scam artist or simply delusional? Downright insulting. In addition, there was a sign on the door stating that they will be open until 10 PM beginning in April, but when I called, they said that they are only open until 8:45 (the website says 9:00), and they do not know when they will be open later. They also ran out of bread--bread!--at 8:00 last Saturday, so that I could not order sandwiches. Between the haphazard hours, problems with supply, and especially the disrespectful, offensive treatment, I am not impressed. Although the food is okay and the garlic sauce is nice, I will definitely not be back. read more

I love this place. Super cheap, fresh, high quality ingredients, fast service (5-10 min). This place is about 2 Miles from my house and I get food from there a couple times a month. Excellent shawarma. The veggies they use are nice, their sauces are delicious. No complaints. Consistently delicious and authentic. Thanks to the friendly staff at Mr. Kabob. Do not judge this place based on it being in a gas station. You can also buy craft beer! read more

I love this funky place. They have like 2 small tables for you to sit at while you wait for your take out order. The food is fresh and I feel is the best shawarma around town. Their falafel is also awesome. It is located inside a very clean and well-maintained gas station, so you lose track of its outside activity. Yummm. So glad they have reopened! Tonight is the night! read more

Carry-outed a big order of chicken shwarma ($100) and it was tasty, plentiful and enjoyed by all. Great deal, great price, great food!

One of the best places i ever went to , from the peta wraps to entries it will make you taste buds crazy, the middle eastern flavors are amazing and the staff very friendly, the crazy part about it is the super sonic speed you don't have to place an order over the phone it's even faster when you order there ..Five stars guys you de read more

Mr. Kabob is a true testament of not judging a book by its cover. Although the restaurant is located in a gas station, they do not have anything close to your typical gas station food. This is my go to for lunch because of their quick service, high quality food, and hospitality. Their walls are lined with awards and recognition which confirms what a great eatery this is. I'm a huge fan of the Sam Salad, chicken shawarma (of course), and lentil soup! If you're in the area and are in need of a quick bite, please do yourself a favor and try this place out! read more

Food is quick and delicious. They give you so much food if you get a plate, the wraps (gyros) are very small and leave you wanting more. Otherwise, the portions and spices are perfect. Inside a gas station but don't judge it for that, the food is superb read more

Service was slow. We ordered 2 bowls and Greek fries. They ended up giving away our Greek fries to the people behind us. Our bowls looked pretty empty compared to other people. Food was good service was horrible. read more

We're still big fans of Mr. Kabob, which is our go-to place for Middle Eastern food nearby. We always get extra garlic sauce and extra pita. The one thing that I have noticed is they have cut their meat and rice portions down considerably. It's sort of a bummer. We still order because we enjoy it, but get a lot less for what we pay. read more

Since moving back to Michigan I have been to Mr. Kabob7 times. Seven is most likely an incorrect number but I'm probably in the ball park. I would like to re-tell my second to last visit from two weeks ago if the crowd abides. I was finishing a 12.5 hour day at work around 8:20 PM in Dearborn. By far my longest day of work in the advertising industry. I told my lady friend I would pick us up some Mr. Kabob on the way home from work. I arrived at 8:46, the gas station was still open but the kabob half of the store had closed. Me: (Looking exhausted and in need of good news) "Do you think I could still get a chicken schwarma?" Kabobian: "Well we just closed....Ali baba can you make schwarma for this man?" Ali baba: "Oh...Okay, I make schwarma for this man" Me: "Could you throw in some hummus and falafel as well? Kabobian: "Okay man, you got it." Me: "Thank you so much" So then I waited at a table with a sports illustrated. I love that the place is in a gas station because there are plenty of magazines for me to germ up while I wait for my food. Got the food, got home, got to my basement. This was my first time trying their falafel. Taste it on it's own and it is similar to a cake donut; include a pickle strip on your fork and a dip in the dill ranchy sauce and you're mouth is jizzing. The hummus at Mr. Kabob is silk. The best hummus I've had. It has the smoothness of something whipped up in an emulsifier Billy Mays would've sold and then it finishes with a lilt of lemon flavor. We started with regular size when we first started ordering it, but now a large is required. I distribute far too much hummus per pita bread bite. I feel Adam Sandler must have eaten this and been inspired to make "You Don't Mess with the Zohan". Here's a tip on the Chicken Schwarma; get the garlic sauce on the side. They tend to overdo the sauce and the wrap doesn't even need it. I ate some of my girlfriend's schwarma with the sauce on the side and it made the perfectly slow spit roasted chicken shine that much more. The place gets five stars because of the great prices, the great taste and the heart. They only want to feed people tasty food for prices that don't make them rich but allow them to live. They are here to serve not swindle and that's why I love them. Great food, I'll see you next week. read more