Mr. Kabob Xpress is one of my favorite lunchtime places downtown. The bowls are always delicious, and I've had mine both healthy with hummus, chickpeas, and vegetables, as well as on the less healthy side with their delicious crispy fries. Some downsides keep it from getting five stars. The bowls are expensive. It is more expensive than comparable restaurants in the metro area. Depending on meat and topping choices, you could easily spend $20 on a bowl. It's a pain to find parking outside the restaurant. I've had minor communication issues with the people creating the bowls. Sometimes we don't understand each other. I saw that there are more Mr. Kabob Xpress locations in the suburbs. I plan to dine at one later this year. I'm hoping the taste is as good as this one downtown. read more

Mr. Kabob Xpress - Mediterranean Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Dry grilled chicken, lettuce had a funny taste and the fried pita chips were clearly fried in old oil...the taste was horrible... I consider calling to complain, but I won't waste my time. I just won't be back. This isn't the first time I've had a bad meal from this location. read more

Mr. Kabob Xpress - Chicken Shawarma bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Has to be the worst location lazy employees food not fresh and need to fire and get a whole new staff they don't have the integrity to run a legit business well. They don't take over the phone order but we watched the door a whole shift and no way they are to busy for no phone orders it's called lazy employees and lack of skill set and mind power. I advise you to spend you money on better quality downtome let this location close so we can get something they will be for the customers. read more

not wortht the money. do settle go next door to Indian spot instead anywhere but here! over price old food.

Let's just say I was pretty impressed with the food here. I was honestly a little skeptical with the reviews and the decor of this restaurant, but that quickly changed once I tried my food. I had the Beef Shawarma wrap combo. The combo includes a side. I went with the Greek Salad. I added the garlic sauce and hummus to my beef Shawarma wrap. It added so much flavor I couldn't get enough. The Greek Salad was on par also. Tons of flavor pulled high. Dressing was homemade and perfect. I highly recommend you try this place. Definitely a bunch of healthy options for those who want it. read more

Mr. Kabob Xpress - Beef Shawarma Wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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This is a good place for a quick lunch, as the service is friendly and speedy, even with a lot of customers coming in and out. I got the chicken ghallaba, which would be a solidly four-star meal because it has so much flavor and is fun to eat, but I dropped a star for the accompanying side of grilled vegetables. The grilled vegetables looked like someone got too lazy to chop up the vegetables, and were huge portions of vegetables that didn't taste very fresh or flavorful. It was an especially stark comparison since the chicken ghallaba had smaller, flavorful vegetables mixed into their dish. Next time, I'll get the rice. Nevertheless, I would recommend this place for a lunch rotation - just don't get the grilled vegetables. read more

It was good. I enjoyed my chicken breast wrap. The rice was okay, it was kind of bland. I didn't really care for all that paprika on top. I'll go back to try something new though. read more

Mr. Kabob Xpress - Mediterranean Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Quick, good quality food. I like that there are lots of options. Especially the different flavors of hummus. Go to spot for me.

I ordered a chicken shawarma bowl with the Ritual app. The toppings and options were extensive The bowl was packed to the brim. The bowl was ready promptly. The only thing I asked for were some of the sauces on the side, but unfortunately, that didn't happen. It was still great nonetheless. I couldn't even finish the bowl in one sitting. I wish I would've added the pita chips or pita bread. I missed that. You will definitely get a couple of meals from one bowl here. read more

Mr. Kabob Xpress - Chicken shawarma -Make it Your Own Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Their bowls are soo good! The wait inside is usually long but so worth it! The meats are always fresh and the staff is super friendly! Try the hummus, it is to die for!! read more

Ever walked into a real, live cliche? If not, then going to CK Grille might be a special treat for you. Here it goes: Too many cooks in the kitchen... Now I, more than anybody, completely support boosting employment in this difficult economic time by hiring folks to put in a good day's work for a good day's pay. But this feeling doesn't exactly translate to seeing six grown men lay hands on one fattoush salad. Not exactly. It's always strange because every employee seems to be doing everything. That is, there's not person on the register, one grill cook, one deep fry cook, and one guy on the cold station. Instead, ten people are crisscrossing back and forth doing ten things all at once. Normally, I wouldn't complain, but the result of this is that in five visits, they've gotten my order wrong five times. And they have no one to check the tickets against the orders before they go out, so if you don't catch the mistake, it doesn't get caught. Now when I go, I stand eagle-eyed in front of the glass partition (they have an open kitchen) and pipe up as soon as I see my order starting to go south. It gets results, but is a bit more work than I like to do for hummus. As for the food-- generally fresh and tasty. And voluminous. The only consistent downside is the "pita"... which is not. Instead, it's a store-bought flatbread somewhere between an midwesternized lavash and bad wrap bread. At any rate, it's not nearly as good or fresh as it could, or should, be. Nonetheless, CK is a great addition to the downtown lunch scene. read more

The food is ok, I've had much better mediterranean food, their dishes are bland to me. 9/6/13 *update* 10/4/16 Nothing's changed still just ok. read more

First the staff is horrible, I walked in an two employees ignore me, the other one is fighting with another customer on price because they overcharged the client. Then comes food, they nickel and dime on everything, it is so bland and unflavorful, and they don't even what is in the food when you ask. This place is not worth your time and money. read more

This place is overpriced and has a terrible menu set up ! I ordered food 15JAN2020 for my job. No one's order was correct. The food was disgusting. I paid $50 for 3 people and not one of us were happy Thanks. read more

I've only been to CK Mediterranean on one occasion, and that was for carryout (without a call ahead). I ordered rice almond salad. Despite a fairly substantial line of order placers before me, my carryout was ready within 5 minutes. The salad was good, if a little bland. The portion was generous. And the price was right (especially for downtown) - $5.99 for a "medium", which was about 1.5 cups of rice pilaf and 2.5 cups of salad. It's a nice little walk from my office, and I'll definitely be back. read more

This is hands down my favorite place to grab a quick lunch in Detroit. Great people, amazing food, and fast service. I have eaten 2-3x a week here for the last few years if that says anything. My go-to is the half Chicken Shawarma entree, rice, house salad, and extra mini garlic. ALWAYS get the extra mini garlic, you won't regret it. read more

The owner responded to me and I thought I had updated this review. They pool all tips for all employees but only if they are on time. The employee that delivered to us was late to work and disqualified himself from tip sharing. I actually think this is a smart strategy. We love Mr Kabob Grille and will continue to support this great business. read more

Unfortunately once again this place has failed me. With only 2 Mediterranean options I figured I'd give them a shot again and of course. I sincerely feel bad for those that write good reviews about this place. You've never experienced actual good Arabic food or service for that matter as this place lacks in both departments. What honestly got me to come on here and write a review is the fact that I've expected one thing and got something totally different TWICE now! When I went to the register the Owner, (who had just walked in and was unaware of the order) completely lied to me about the way they prepare their chicken as if I didn't know Arabic food and how it was supposed to be served. I think there's a reason behind why they switched their name only but kept everything else exactly the same... read more

I really debated whether to post this review or not as I don't want the secret to get out! This place is great. The food is fresh and tasty, the service is fast, and the employees are friendly. CK Mediterranean Grille is currently my favorite place to go for lunch in downtown Detroit. I usually get the beef or chicken shawarma. I request grilled veggies instead of rice or fries. Depending on my mood, I either get the lentil soup or house salad with my meal. It is all included for $7.99. The food is fantastic. I never realized that I liked lentil soup. Since I tried it here, I have started ordering everywhere. The stuff at CK Mediterranean Grille is simply the best. It is so thick and flavorful. Their house salad is refreshing. The meat is succulent. Oh, and I could eat the garlic paste by the gallon. Everything tastes better with garlic paste! If you are looking for Mediterranean food in downtown Detroit, be sure to check out CK Mediterranean Grille. read more

I guess we're not in Dearborn anymore, Toto. My recent shift in employment that has me driving downtown every day instead of to Dearborn has done wonders for my lunch options. Unless what I'm craving is Middle Eastern food, apparently. CK was my first attempt to cure a falafel urge downtown. The line was long and confusing. It took me a few minutes to figure out where to place my order in the chaos. And in the end, what I got was a long wait for dried out, tough falafel and bland lentil soup. The tabouli had good flavor on the sandwich, and the hummus wasn't bad either. I'll try other Middle Eastern options next. read more

Thier food is decent, service is okay. The place is crazy busy. The schwarma's just dont have enough meat. I must say though that once you have had a schwarma at the Buchares Grill - nothing else measures up and they are only a couple of blocks away! So, I won't be back. read more

I've ordered from here twice for events. Generally rude and unfriendly. Good food but demanding/aggressive when ordering, no sense of customer service here. Clearly a small business run by a passive aggressive owner. Likely won't be in business long term if they keep the same exec on the phones for orders. Will not order from here again. read more

Love Mr. Kabob They always treat you right, service is the best- in the business. The food is authentic Middle Eastern. Thank you for your Hard work. read more

I love Mediterranean food but I was disappointed with my lunch. I ordered the shawarma and house salad lunch combo. The chicken was dry, the tomatoes were mushy, and the salad was bland. Overall I was dissatisfied, and I feel like I wasted my money. I won't eat here again. read more

Mr. Kabob Xpress - House salad was bland. - Mediterranean Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Everything about this place is great! I got a steak shawarma wrap with the hummus and garlic sauce and it was AMAZING. Probably some of he best Mediterranean food I have ever had. As soon as you walk in you order your food and then they have it ready for you pretty quickly. I also love that there is quite a large selection of side options for those of us that aren't a fan of the usual Mediterranean side. I had the tabouleh and it was so good, and they give you a fairly large serving of it, as well. Overall, I would love to come back and I'd recommend that everyone try it. You won't regret paying a visit. A little disappointed because the past two time I've come here, they haven't had steak shawarma which is what I come here for. read more

Favorite garlic paste with pita bread. Great taste and portions were enough to share with the whole office! Delivered on time and worth it. Ordered chicken tawook, side of garlic and pita bread , Brian's salad, and mango smoothie, at 25 dollars whole office ate healthy delicious, great food read more

After a hard work out at the gym i decided to check out this place that i had been eye balling for some time.. Very clean spot, with great staff.. The menu is kinda brief only containing a few entrees and salads but enough to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.. I had chosen the chicken ghallaba with rice and added the side fattoush salad..... Now the portion i had ordered was a half size but it ended up being alot of food, enough for me to have for lunch the next day... What really surprised me was that my food was amazingly better the next day i could taste all of the seasonings , they had mended and blended together so well that i must go back to this place... it stays on the list Oh they also have smoothies and raw juices, none that i was able to try being the machine had just broken before i walked in (who knew) but non of that matters because all in all my food was great hats off to the crew!! read more

Great lunch spot downtown! I love their cucumber salad with Chicken pita on top. My guilty pleasure is getting the pita bread with garlic sauce. I once saw my friend order a large pita bread + garlic sauce, and they gave him the whole bag of pita bread! You walk in, order, pay, wait for your food, then sit down and devour it. Quick and delicious. read more

Just ordered take out from Mr. Kabob and I was highly disappointed. The falafels were burnt so bad I couldn't even bite into them. The garlic spread had a spoiled taste to it and the chicken was unseasoned and burnt as well. A total waste of money. read more

If Detroit ever needs (the movie version of the fictional) The Avengers to save it, they have a legit shwarma shop downtown to help lure them in now! While they took seemingly forever to make my majadra wrap (they claim it's because everything is made fresh), the fact that they even had my favorite, and relatively rare, dish on the menu in wrap form made my day! However, when it eventually arrived, it was the second most delicious version of the dish that I have ever had (the first was at a defunct restaurant inside Oakland Mall). I wouldn't have though to put hummus on it in wrap form, but it ended up perfect. The rice and beans were both perfectly cooked. I didn't even need the dill dip in came with but it actually made it even better. Their menu is so authentic that it took a lot of explaining to my mother and grandfather exactly what they were about to eat. This isn't the Greekized version of Mediterranean (which is surprising considering it's in Greektown), it's got the Greek salad and grape leaves, of course but they definitely cater to a knowing crowd. I love their price point especially. Almost everything on the menu is less than $10.00 and their wraps are all around $5.00. This is an important consideration since they are down the street from a casino. At least they're great if you're not in a hurry to get there since, again, the service is really slow. read more

I had to order some food for a department lunch for around 6 people and everyone was craving some Mediterranean, so we decided to get lunch from CK Grille. We ordered the platter for 4, which was more than enough for all of us. That food could have fed 8-10 people. What was nice about this place is that they were able to deliver the food to our workplace, even though they usually do not deliver unless it is for a catering order. I really appreciated that they were so accommodating since the weather was horrible. The beef, chicken, veggies, pilaf, pickled salad, hummus & garlic yogurt were all delicious. I wasn't a big fan of the lentil soup, but I'm not keen on lentils in general. I will definitely be ordering take-out from here when I am craving this type of food. read more

I work a couple of blocks from CK and my coworker and I will walk there on our lunchbreak. The food is freshn and the service is as quick as can be expected for the lunch hour rush. My standard order is the chicken shawarma wrap with garlic sauce. The sauce is zingy and tasty and is sure to ruin your breath for the rest of the day. I have also had the falafel delux, which is fresh made falafels with hommus and tabbouli salad. It costs extra to add garlic sauce if you want it. My only complaint is that sometimes I look at my $5 sandwich and think about how skinny it looks... not that I need some gargantuan wrap, but don't be skimpy with those fixin's! I take that back, my second complaint would be the top-40 hits and club remixes pumped blaringly into the dining area. I could care less about the genre of music, but the volume- we aren't in the club right now! read more

Great sandwiches. Ingredients are fresh and the portions are good. Prices are reasonable for a downtown eatery. Some of the combo entreés are a bit pricy for the amount of food you get, but others are well-portioned. CK Grill gets a little crowded during the lunch rush and can seem very chaotic, with orders being yelled up and down the line. Some of the girls that work the register are less than friendly and can seem downright rude at times, but I don't think it's anything personal. It's just typical brisk no-nonsense order-taking. A bit of advice: know what you want by the time you get to the register to order. Don't wait until you're at the front of the line to start deciding what you want. But that's really just common courtesy to the people behind you too. Lastly, they are usually running a Yelp check-in deal that gets you a free baklava with a Yelp check-in. The baklava is not as good as what you can get over in, say, Astoria Bakery, but it's free and good and you can't complain about that. read more

The Good: The Food... Love it! Everything on the menu is delicious. Try the wraps for lunch they will not disapoint... Weve had them cater several times as well and the portions have always been perfect and the presentation is spot on. Highly recommend. The Bad: The line and noise level can get pretty bad during the lunch hours. The Ugly: The pricing on some Items can be a little much... I have found myself not picking certain items because of their price point... this should not be the case. read more

Falafel sandwich and mango smoothie for 9.00 bucks. Quick lunch! Garlic sauce good not overpowering. read more

If you like Mediterranean you are going to like CK's. They have all the standard fair but they make everything fresh including the garlic sauce and hummus. Catering service is excellent and very cost effective. The staff is generally helpful and on top of your requests. The place gets packed during the lunch rush so it's advised to order online ahead of time. read more

Been goin there for years. Best Greek salad downtown hands down! Don't skip the chicken schwarma it's fantastic!! Fresh ingredients and friendly staff makes this my go to place! read more

Walked in 5 mins to closing and they took care of me, without a problem. I had half an order of the chicken Schwarma meal (side of salad and fries). I was quite surprised by the amount of food they gave me for under $9. I only ended up eating half of it. Also, I was jazzed by the moistness of the chicken. Pretty flavorful stuff! Salad was tasty and the steak fries were pretty standard. As somewhat of a middle-eastern food connoisseur, I must say the food itself was a very Americanized version of what middle eastern food really is. Yet considering the amount of food, customer service, and price, I deem this a 4 star rating. P.s Mad respect to the employer who gave me 2 punches on my customer-loyalty card read more

I'm a big Garlic Paste (Toum) snob, I love this stuff and although there might be a few joints in Michigan that (may) have better Mediterranean food, IMHO CK's by far has the best Garlic Paste around! It's so good, they charge extra for it (which I'm not a fan of). If you are in Detroit and you are looking for some good Mediterranean food and you love Garlic Paste you should give CK's a try. They have a great, friendly staff and also a nice punch-card program too! read more

The food is alright. The hummus and garlic paste are the best things. They used to have lentil soup that was actually very good, but no longer carry it. The meats are all mediocre/not great. The steak always has the texture of sawdust. The chicken is hit or miss. They give you a lot of food, which is great for some, but makes me wish they had a smaller portion to offer for a lower price. Every single time I've ordered carry out through their website, they forget something or even make it completely wrong. It's happened too many times to not be an inconvenience, and for that I will no longer be going back. The sole focus of the restaurant is wraps and bowls now, yet somehow they can't handle doing it correctly. read more