My friends and former colleagues are making the restaurant rounds at the Fair Oaks Plaza. This month we went to Isfahan Kabob. We were the first patrons of a group of six. The place was very clean and bright. They have a monitor above our table that was televising a Canadian candid camera show. It entertained us after our meal. I ordered the Shishkabob that's with half chicken breast and half beef, green bell peppers and onions, served with basmati rice and roasted tomato. You can get it with half rice and half salad. The cost was fairly reasonable considering the portion size and price of food these days, $17 plus tax. They cook to order and I have to say the flavor was very good but the meat was dry and the green pepper was charred, though the onion and tomato were roasted just right. I don't want to discount the service which was excellent but this is my honest opinion. read more

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I've been to several Mediterranean restaurants before featuring kabobs and kubideh (ground meat), but never knew about Isfahan until recently. A colleague recommended this place and four of us dined in for lunch. Order at the register up front for take out or at the table for dine in. The menu follows the sequence of photos pictured above the kitchen. Easy to see I wanted a combo! It's very tidy and clean inside, almost sparkling! Almost looks like they remodeled. Plenty of seating. There was only one gentleman dining in when we arrived. Eats: *Shish Kabob Combo, 1/2 rice 1/2 salad: beef kubideh plus a mixed meat kabob with grilled veggies over saffron rice. They include a packet of butter to mix with the hot rice, along with a whole roasted tomato. *Double Beef Kubideh *Double Chicken Kubideh *Chicken Skewer 1/2 rice 1/2 salad The half salad was a simple but refreshing mix of diced tomato, cucumber, and onion. I wasn't too hungry to begin with but I finished everything on my plate but the roasted tomato, which is typically overcooked so it's mushy inside. I prefer fresh tomato like in the salad. My friends pretty much finished everything too. Customer service was excellent! Our waiter, who could've also been the manager, was very attentive and welcoming. Pay at the front after eating. The water was kind of peppery? Perhaps they add a spice. While the food and service were great, I think the food has too much salt content for me. It doesn't taste too salty or anything, might be the kubideh and the recipe/process to make it. I'll try out the grilled chicken kabob next time. read more

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The food was not ready when I arrived. They hadn't even started the order. The koobideh didn't have any butter, somagh, onion,... that comes with it. I only got a cheap plastic fork and knife. It is even an offense to a Persian to serve a koobideh without at least somagh. Food was ok but without butter and somagh it didn't taste good. read more

Shishkabob Mediterranean - Koobideh - Kebab Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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First time trying this restaurant, I like the interior design, and the kabob tastes really good. I will definitely recommend this restaurant to the others. The unique about this restaurant is the owner are Hispanic couples read more

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It was quiet, and spacious entering the restaurant, but I got my food to go instead of dining in which could have been why the food was subpar. My friend and I ordered the beef & chicken kebab plates. We regularly try Mediterranean spots just for fun because it's actually become a favorite cuisine of ours recently, but these plates were just plain dry and quite frankly quite a bit bland.. Their orange sauce is quite good, but sadly we only received 1 cup of sauce each which definitely wasn't enough. The rice tasted bland, :( and it's usually my favorite part of the meal besides the proteins. We also ordered the hummus, which wasn't like any other hummus that I have tried. It was kind of like liquid/sauce like instead of the normal hummus I know of. It tasted fine though, texture just isn't for me. Service was about 10 to 15 minutes while sitting down, we were the only ones in store at the time. I do believe that this place could definitely do better though! read more

Ended up here by mistake as we were looking for another Persian restaurant. The short of it and the spoiler: "if you are looking for authentic Persian food, don't dine here!!" We ordered the chicken with bone-in kabob and the chicken/beef kubideh combo. The kabob's didn't taste anything like authentic Persian kabobs, lacked flavor and they had not been marinated in onions long enough. They were all tough and overcooked. The portions were small and the same goes with the rice servings. Will definitely not be back!! I found out that the restaurant is owned by a Central American owner with no ties to Persian food!!! May be the reason for lack of authenticity! read more

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I had the pleasure of working with Isfahan to cater a Galentine's party at our home, and the experience was outstanding. For our party of ten, the food exceeded expectations--not only was it delicious, but the portions were generous, ensuring everyone was well-fed and happy. The staff was incredibly helpful in planning the menu, offering great recommendations that made the selection process seamless. I brought my own platters to the restaurant, and they beautifully arranged the food, making for a stunning presentation. Thanks to Isfahan, hosting was effortless, and we looked great serving such an incredible spread. I highly recommend the beef kabobs with rice (kubideh, the cucumber yogurt (mastokhiar) with bread, and hummus. The kabobs come with a very flavorful rice which was surprisingly good. read more

Tender meat. And taste flavorful. Rice is micely cooked. Restaurant is simple. This is one where you go and not pay for ambiance and yet, still enjoy your visit read more

Shishkabob Mediterranean - Kebab Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

I go here all the time for a quick bite. The food is alway nice n hot. Always good people that help me out. read more

Shishkabob Mediterranean - Chicken combo! - Kebab Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Great kabobs. We ordered the chicken breast kabob and they were very well done, juicy. Falafel side was ok, they were nice and soft, but I could taste a lot of baking soda. read more

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Excellent ambiance, service and the food We highly recommend this place for give it a try! read more

Delicious food and excellent service! Everything is fresh and full of flavor, and the chicken kabob is especially good. read more

Shishkabob Mediterranean - Chicken kabob plate - Kebab Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Legit place for Persian kabobs. Basic but good. Fast preparation, reasonable pricing. The menu offers typical Persian kabob plates and a few stews. Set in a charming strip mall with intriguing-sounding businesses like California Momo Shop, Baklava Oasis and Halal Fried Chicken. Interior is clean and new and looking. Order at the counter and they bring it to your table. The koobideh kabob has great flavor, char and juiciness. They provide a pat of butter for the basmati rice. Sumac is on the table. Grilled tomato, grilled onion, zereshk, were all perfect accompaniments to the kabob. My only quibble was the hot sauce they provide is Mexican orange sauce. I prefer a red chili sauce with Persian food, like you find in most other Persian places. I feel it goes better with middle eastern food. read more

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You ought to visit this food establishment. The staff were friendly and professional. They will definitely satisfy YOUR order the way YOU wanted. Although there are other food options near this restaurant but their cuisine is y like their neighboring restaurants. Mah-Md read more

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Amazing customer service! The lady who took my order was very sweet and accommodating. The food tasted delicious and my guests loved it. I will be ordering again soon! read more

Eh. Totally a bust. It doesn't taste authentic whatsoever. I got the chicken kabab and the chicken tasted so raw. Yuck. Definitely not genuine Persian food. Zero star. read more

Delicious kebabs. I tried the bone in chicken which was very tender and flavorful with the saffron basmati rice and roasted tomato. Quick and friendly service. read more

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The wrap with lamb, shish kabob and hummus we ordered from the place were awesome. Good value food

The food is good and the price is reasonable. It's a great place to order food and takeout. read more

Shishkabob Mediterranean - Kebab Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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I was in the mood for koobideh and happened across this recommendation on Yelp. It was so tasty! Perfectly spiced and the meat was nice and juicy. I only wished that there was some sumac sprinkled on top of the rice. The restaurant is located in a small strip mall with easy parking. Mostly tables of 2 and 4 are available, though I think the owners would have been happy to move tables and chairs around for larger groups. read more

Shishkabob Mediterranean - Double koubideh plate - Kebab Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Three dined-in with pleasant, efficient service in a clean, spare dining room. Generous entrees were freshly prepared and piping hot. Grilled kubideh, barg and chicken were tender, seasoned but not salty. Persian salad crisp and bright. Kashkebademjan/eggplant appetizer was smooth and tasty served with warmed flatbread. Yay for gorgeous, perfect rice. Persian ice cream dessert was delicious. Go and support this locally owned business! read more

I come in every week and I get the chicken kabob plate. The employees are always great to see and I love that it always comes with a side of bread. I have done several catered orders and it has been perfect each time, read more

Not worth it. Food: 2 stars Service: 2 stars The kabob lacked flavor and was dry. It had both beef and chicken so the beef was very over cooked. I don't think the beef was even seasoned with salt. The koobideh and rice lacked flavor. Wish the dishes had salad, more than just roasted tomato as a vegetable. The food took forever even though we got there past regular lunch hours and were the only ones in the restaurant. read more

I don't have pictures of food as I was very hungry I went to Union ave location Place is small but clean food is amazing, fresh and hot. I always order here the plater with chicken and beef kabab with rice . I have never got disappointed from food or customer service. You should give it try read more

Undercooked food. Smelled Horrible. Trashed the whole thing after a single bite. Order was chicken kabob and kubideh

Yummmmm! Best koobideh. Love this spot, especially at lunch time. Def try it if you want some good kabobs and rice that will hit each time. Great mild food for picky kids. read more

Great food at affordable pricing and big portions. Also, very flavorful and the chicken was juicy and not dry like other places read more

We've been coming here for years on & off. We moved to SF but were in San Jose we decided to order something for pick up. The chicken on our entree orders was very tough though this time not soft. Our order did not come with flat bread & butter. There is a nice Hispanic Latino worker that was very friendly, warm & started a nice customer service conversation. The Hispanic Latina worker however, was quiet & unfriendly that rang up our order. read more

This place is amazing! I would recommend my friends and family to go here and try out the food! You will love it! The service here is pretty quick and easy! The vibe is amazing especially with the new chairs read more

fast, kind, reasonable prices, .......................................................

Great food and very clean restaurant with great service. Would definitely come back again read more

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Food is delicious. They take time because they make it fresh. Service is very good and the couple that manage the restaurant are very kind and sincere. The restaurant is very clean and well maintained. The review by Mehrnaz is lies. The restaurant is owned by Persians who started the first location in San Jose. It is ran by the couple mentioned and they do a phenomenal job. Mehrnaz is a liar because she gave them two 1 star reviews. What a shame. read more

Service, delivery , quantity , flavor , leftovers . Generous . I know I'll have a good meal without my having to cook and do cleanup. That's the worst part about cooking is cleanup. I know I can count on a good meal every time I order from Isfahan. read more

I was driving home from the city and had a moment of such clarity of exactly what I wanted to eat. What a dream! I envisioned koobideh kebab on a pillowy bed of rice, hummus, lavash, and that gorgeous roasted tomato. I also knew exactly where I wanted it from--Isfahan, aka the best! I thought the closest Isfahan to me is in Los Gatos, but I learned that there's one in my town! AMAZING NEWS!!!! My partner and I ordered online which was a snap, then we drove the beautifully short distance to pick up. When we arrived, (parking was super easy--there's lots) the order was perfectly packaged and we were offered sumac, hot sauce, etc. The staff were friendly and efficient--couldn't ask for more! When we got home, my vision was fulfilled. We ordered: -chicken kebab combo with koobideh, rice, and salad ($21) -chicken breast and koobideh with rice ($20) I know my initial vision included lavash and hummus, so next time! Nevertheless, this was honestly ideal. The meat is flavorful, tender, and exactly what I wanted. The chicken breast is perfect in its seasoning and cooking, and of course the koobideh is super flavorful. The rice is soft and fluffy and super good. I adore the roasted tomato deeply and it goes great with the meal. The price is very fair for what you get. We each ate about half of our meal and I already can't wait to finish it today, so it comes out to about $10/meal for us which feels like a steal for the quality. That being said, the portions are generous! I am so psyched to have Isfahan in Sunnyvale. I am gonna come here all the time, and I will be recommending it to others! read more

We went yesterday, and they gave us half of the portion of rice from the last time I went there (we had to ask for rice and were charged for it). They also did not offer us the onions and basil that they gave us the first time (we had to ask for that too). NOT GOING BACK. read more

The food is fresh, the meat is juicy, everything is clean, and the service is excellent. read more

Shishkabob Mediterranean - Kebab Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

I stopped by this restaurant on a whim, eager to satisfy my hunger. Unfortunately, it took around 15-20 minutes to receive my chicken wrap, which didn't quite meet my expectations. The wrap was primarily filled with lettuce and a small amount of chicken (about 6 pieces). Considering the price, I felt it wasn't value for money. While I appreciate the effort, I probably won't return to this establishment. read more

I went there and they offer me special dish for that day and when I hear the name I accepted and ordered it the called lamb shank no taste at all rice was like you take out from water and still there was I didn't recommend the lamb shank for you gays .! read more

Good kabob and sides. Great for an easy pickup for lunch/dinner. Would recommend the koobedeh and chicken kabob.

Got food to go. Double Chicken Kubideh over rice and Beef Kubideh over rice. Both were great. Chicken Kubideh had lots of herbs and saffron. Beef is flavorful and juicy. Service was good and friendly. read more