i stopped by the grill stories yesterday in the afternoon, i seen them on Yelp and since i was close by i decided to give them a try. as a middle eastern, i love Mediterranean food. i didn't know The Grill Stories was owned by Armenians. i love to support a Armenian owned Mediterranean establishment, as i am one myself. the food all looked so familiar to what I eat at home so i kinda already knew what I wanted. they have parking in the back, I think it's called "library plaza" but it can get a little packed. the grill stories has outdoor patio with mist & little fan on the table since it is getting outer & indoor seating. when i walked in, i was greeted by a really nice pretty lady & was able to let me use their kiosk to order. i like the kiosk because it allows me to look through their menu and see what they have. i got myself their falafel pocket w. fries & a drink + tzatziki sauce on the side. i love falafel especially with hummus and this pocket was absolutely delicious. the falafel was so heavenly at every bite! their signature tomato sauce instead of ketchup was SO GOOD! i looveeed dipping my fries in the sauce!! - side note but i really like how they have their to go essential on the counter for customers to grab if they want to take their food home. it's nice because you don't have to keep asking the workers multiple times. you can just grab what you need & go. i most definitely need to come back & try their plates. read more

The Grill Stories - Falafel Pocket - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

I wanted to check out the Grill Stories because I've been in the mood for Mediterranean food. It's a small hole in the wall located in downtown San Fernando with plenty of parking, both in the street or in a dedicated lot. I ordered the Signature Set to go. Service was fast, I believe the food was done within 15-20 minutes of ordering. The food was so delicious. I only subtract 1 star because everything tastes good except for their hummus as we both find it to be too bitter. The meat was delicious, but I have to say the star of the show was the Mediterranean salad. I would definitely come back here. Definitely check them out if you're in the area and are craving Mediterranean food! read more

The Grill Stories - The New Signature Set - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

Very disappointing experience at The Grill Stories. The young cashier had a rude attitude and was not welcoming. We were the only customers sitting on the patio, yet the soccer game on the TV was extremely loud. When I politely asked if the volume could be lowered, the request was not handled professionally. The food was disappointing. Much of it was dry and lacked flavor. In fact, the rice was so dry that my elderly mother choked while eating, which was very upsetting for our family and completely ruined the meal. The only item we enjoyed was the lamb. Overall, between the poor customer service, loud atmosphere, and dry food, this was not a pleasant dining experience. We left disappointed and will not be returning. And paying $110 for these was insane. Value of 40$ read more

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My husband found this place for me looking for salads. They hardly had any here. The woman at the counter wasn't very friendly or helpful. There is parking behind the building. We both ordered shish kabob plates. I got lamb and he got chicken. Mine was $28! I got fries and tzatziki sauce. He got rice and a hot herb sauce(that was almost too hot for him!). Both came with little cucumber salads & pickled onions that didn't seem pickled. My lamb was very good. I'm not a fan of hummus. But I tried it and then gave it to him. He liked his chicken but says it was not as good as my lamb. Kabob places are everywhere. We don't need to rerun here. Sorry. Inside is very tiny so we ate on the patio. read more

The Grill Stories - Lamb Kebab Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

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Walking in they were kind and took our order right away. I ordered a beef shish plate with tzatziki sauce on the side. The hummus was a bit too bitter for me but everything else was good. The meat was well cooked, the pita was fresh and nicely toasted, the tzatziki was good. Overall a nice little restaurant with outdoor seating. read more

The Grill Stories - Beef Shish Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

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Picture this...Sunday in San Fernando...the warm Santa Ana winds blowing, streets buzzing with people and everyone eating brunch outdoors... There we were partaking in the location with the aroma of the Mediterranean food wafting in the air...Our mouths watering in anticipation...The menu offers a "Build Your Grill Plate" where you choose your meat or Falafel Plate, your side of rice or seasoned potatoes, grilled vegetable & sauce. Each plate comes with Mediterranean salad, Hummus & their amazing pita bread. I ordered: Chicken Shish 5/5 - (white meat) so tender and the seasoning was delicious! Ground Beef Kebab 5/5 - excellent Rice - flavorful Hummus - smooth with fresh pomegranates sprinkled on top - yum! *Nice size serving - I could not finish my food so I took it home and enjoyed it the next day. *Free parking in the back *Catering available Book marked and saved cause this Assyrian Princess is going back... ~ and that's all I have to say about that... read more

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Let me tell you a Story about the Grill that gave our tastebuds a thrill with the vibe that was so chill. I ordered the Chicken Plate that came with juicy chunks of marinated chicken breast that was cooked to perfection. Usually it's dry at most places but they got it down to a tee and those spices made it extra flavorful. The Basmati rice was also on point and along with that Tzatziki sauce made these sides a tasty ride for my tastebuds. I finished off with a delicious piece of homemade Baklava and that almost sealed the deal. So what did seal the deal for me you ask? The patio area was so relaxing and gave me that Zen vibe plus our server Valentina was on top of things. So there you have it. Good food, good vibes and company make it a positive. And that's my take on this tasty adventure. Peace, I'm out. read more

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A while back, my family and I stumbled upon this gem and decided to try it out. This is one of our several visits here. Staff has always been very welcoming, friendly, and patient with us since our very first time here. My kids really enjoyed rice here! I am always given multiple rice containers to go, hard to go them to eat any other rice. The homemade marinates, sauces, and hummus are prepared for the kebabs on a daily basis. Hummus is excellent and incredibly creamy. Every kebab is nice and juicy, not dry or overdone. And the well cooked Lamb kebabs in particular are quite hard to get by. You can truly taste the fresh lamb kebabs because they aren't heavily seasoned, like other places. Just the right touch! All things considered, everything was tasty, fresh, and excellent for family sets with a variety of meat choices to suit every palate. Excellent and relaxing atmosphere! Highly recommended! read more

The Grill Stories - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

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I've said this before in past reviews but this is TRULY the best Mediterranean food I've had. First let's talk about portions! They serve you a generous amount of food, like i had plenty left over for the next day. They have great dine in seating outdoors mainly, but also some minimal seating inside. Complementary water for customers which is awesome. + something I thought I'd mention because it caught my eye; They had gorgeous plating, that I've never seen at any other Mediterranean spot, just a thought I had, for those aesthetic instagram photos ;) I did have their chicken breasts and ground lamb. Wow wow WOW the best lamb I've ever had, it was cooked to perfection and also perfectly seasoned. I can say the same about the chicken but something about the lamb hit different! Probably because I don't have it often. I mean, where else can you get lamb this good in the valley? NO WHERE! I loved the rice, the pita bread, the hummus. It was all perfect with no constructive feedback. I do think that the condiments I got made the meal even more enjoyable, as a sauce girl myself! I had the tomato sauce, (was amazing either way the lamb and pita) the tzatziki, and garlic sauce(which I loved with way the chicken). So I highly recommend these as well. The service was very very friendly, quick and the lady was helpful + knowledgeable about the menu! She was able to answer questions I had about it. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal here at the Grill Stories. I will definitely be back either friends and family. A new favorite for sure. Thank you for having me! read more

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I'm such a loyal customer of The Grill Stories at this point I swear I've probably tried the whole menu already Everything is always sooo good, and the staff is genuinely the sweetest. I even met the owner once, and he was so nice to us I've started to order sets to have dinner at home when someone is visiting. Highly recommend P.S. the hummus is die for One of the best I've tried , and I tried a lot hehe read more

The Grill Stories - Kebab set and Shish Set - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

One in a while in my travels, I managed to be surprised. My visit to the grill stories was one of those surprises. To begin with, I wasn't even planning of being in the area, but once I was, I decided to give the grill stories a try. I went up to the counter and discussed my options with a very cordial very nice hostess. Together, we decided on lamb. And let me tell you this... I have had lamb all around the world, but this is SOME OF THE BEST LAMB I'VE HAD, anywhere! Let's backtrack. First you choose your protein. Then you have a choice between potatoes or rice, you can add a grilled Anaheim chili and last you have a choice of sauces. I went with a labaneh with a signature green hot sauce. The lamb was perfectly done. Sometimes lamb meat can be tough, but this was not the case. Every chunk of the shish kebab was perfectly done inside and out. The two grilled items, the lamb and the Anaheim pepper, both exhibited signs of very high heat, clean, burning charcoal. I would guess they use citrus for the charcoal, but I can't be sure. This means that charred bits are only charred, without any accompanying odd flavors and scents that sometimes can be derived from poorly burning charcoal. This is also testament to the skill of the grill Masters. The sumac on the accompanying onions made them taste sweeter while retaining their crunch. This is something that I've seen all over the Middle East and I love it. The hummus was slightly lacking in its tahini component. I'm not sure if this is just an Americanized version of hummus or something more common in Armenian culture. It would've benefited with much more tahini, lemon, and the touch of cumin. The addition of pomegranate seeds added a wonderful tang to every bite. The pitas came out, fluffy and created a wonderful accompanying tool for all the sauces. The only real disappointment was something I was really looking forward to, namely the potatoes. Their texture was off. They tasted mealy and wrong. Whether it was the starch content of the particular potatoes used at this location; a wrong preparation method; or the cooking time; the result was under satisfying potatoes that were left on the plate. Outside seating is cozy and quiet (after all they do have a library as a neighbor) and Service on this night was just right. Give this place a try! read more

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So good!! Very understated in a small plaza, with an outdoor patio that allows your dogs which is always such a win (something to note, all their meat is seasoned so nothing suitable for a dog to eat. So no dog menu, but dog froendly patio). Its a walk inside and order type spot. 3-4 high top, 4 top tables inside. 8-10 tables outside Plenty of parking in the back lot The food was delicious! Fresh tasting meat, warm and tasty rice, their hot herbal sauce was so good! The salad and pita were all so fresh, it's so disappointing to go to a meditteranean spot that serves store bought, bag pita. Not here. Very fresh on every level. They also serve beer and wine, with Daily Happy Hour 12-4pm. I loved the family style platter option!! Perfect for 2 people with some leftovers. It comes with 3 meats, rice, salad, sauce, and hummus. A delicious experience and another gem in SFV read more

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Clean kitchen, delicious food, friendly service. Comfortable patio in back. Two thumbs up!

Cool spot hidden Mediterranean restaurant in the city of San Fernando. If you're craving Mediterranean then this is the hidden gem to visit! I ordered the lamb kebab pocket which was super tasty on it own but the red pepper sauce with the pickles and cabbage elevated the flavors even more. I did add small drops of the yogurt garlic sauce which was also tasty! The atmosphere is warm and inviting with their patio in the back. The staff was super friendly and helpful. We originally wanted to order takeout but after seeing the patio area we decided to go in. Having the food now and being at the restaurant was great but will also be ordering because their food was delicious! Looking forward to trying the shawarma next time! read more

The Grill Stories - Lamb Kebab Pocket with Crispy Steak Fries and side of Garlic/yogurt sauce - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

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This place is yummy if you're craving Mediterranean food around this area. I ordered the beef shish plate with fries, and a pepper on the side. My friend ordered the chicken kebab plate with rice and a grilled tomato. I love that they give you large portions! The food was good, although I wouldn't say it's the best Mediterranean place I've been to. I felt that the beef in my dish could've been a little more tender. I loved the pepper on the side, the pita bread, and the hummus with pomegranate on top. It looked like they didn't have too many tables inside. They mostly have outside seating. I thought the service could have been better. The cashier who took our order was not the friendliest. read more

The Grill Stories - Beef shish plate and chicken kebab plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

I actually really enjoy this place. I took my coworkers to lunch here and they loved the food and the ambiance. There's parking at the back, and from the front it looks like there's no place to sit but there is in the back (outdoor seating). It's not for super large groups, but I would say up to 10 people. They have falafel, kabobs, and shish- the difference between shish and kabobs is that shish are skewers with pieces and kabobs are the minced meat. I prefer the kabobs because I feel like they're softer. I don't eat beef so between the lamb and chicken, I prefer the chicken here. Falafel was also yummy. On a plate, they give you hummus, rice or potatoes option, protein, pita, veggies (can choose between tomato or pepper or both for extra). They have a variety of sauces - my personal faves are the red sauce and garlic yogurt. I've tried the hot herbal sauce with labneh and this is the spiciest on their menu. It's kind of like a green chili paste, but spice is all it is. It's not really as flavorful as the red pepper sauce which is both spicy and flavorful. One thing to note though is that the service here is pretty slow. I think probably because they need to grill it fresh. read more

Hidden Gem... sooo good and price is reasonable. We ordered the big round tray with everything on it for 4 people. read more

We absolutely loved this place! The back patio had a great covering from the sun and lots of plants to keep it cool. The staff was very friendly and the owner came out and helped explain the foods. He was very nice! We got the chicken kebab and beef kebab. Super delicious! The humus was very flavorful and bread was soft and chewy. We will definitely be back again! read more

The Grill Stories - Chicken Kebab Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

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I ordered a falafel plate and it came with more than enough very tasty food for another meal, which I packed up in the containers they provide. It was also very affordable, at around $15. I used their self-service ordering. They have outdoor seating on a covered patio that has views to several other restaurant's patios in the open-air complex, so it's very atmospheric. The one downside is that there are only 2 single-use bathrooms shared by all of the venues and you have to bring a key with you. But they were clean and had soap and toilet paper. Overall it was a lovely experience. read more

Delicious home cooked flavor. Everything was delicious but the beef shish was the best beef I've had. So tender and flavorful. You order at the small counter and they bring the food to you. It's an open kitchen so you can see them preparing your food. Only 2 high table tops inside. Oh wait, there's a counter that seats 4 or 5. Plenty of table outside but since it's summertime it was uncomfortable to sit outside. They also share a bathroom with the plaza. read more

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A Hidden Mediterranean Gem!!! You haven't lived until you try this place!!! It's that GOOD!!!!!! I stumbled upon Grilled Stories completely by surprise during my jury-duty lunch break, and I'm so glad I did. What an unexpected find! I ordered their kebab, and honestly--it was the best kebab I've had in my entire life. Perfectly seasoned, incredibly tender, and bursting with authentic Mediterranean flavor. This place instantly turned my ordinary day into something memorable. I'm already planning to go back and order dinner for my whole family because everyone needs to try this. My photo speaks for itself--Grilled Stories is the real deal. Highly recommended! read more

The Grill Stories - Chicken Kebab Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

I went here today earlier with family. The kebab plate came with chicken, beef and lamb kebab for the meat. For the sides, it came with pita bread, basmati rice, fries, and peppers. We ended up being full and satisfied after the meal. I'd say that it's one of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants. The cashier did her job well. She brought the food out as well as the utensils. The ambiance was nice. I liked that there were plants indoors and the outdoor seating was great. It was bright and well lit, plus almost everything was white inside. Pop music was playing outside and inside. It reminded me of the early and late 2010s which was nostalgic read more

The Grill Stories - Kebab plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

Great food and great service!! The girl in the front counter was very nice and friendly. Sauces were all amazing. read more

The Grill Stories - Sauces - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

We came down to the area to run some errands and found The Grill Stories highlighted on TikTok. The food looked really good in the videos, so we decided to give it a try. When we walked in, I told the girl at the counter it was our first time there. She was friendly and helpful. We ordered the plate that has a little bit (The signature set) of everything so we could try it all. We sat outside on the patio. Service was good, and our food came out in a timely manner. They have misters outside, which is nice for the heat, but the only downside is that the mist lands right on your food. I didn't love that. It just didn't feel very clean to have water droplets hitting the plate. Maybe they could angle them differently. The food itself was good. The pita was fresh, and when we asked for an extra, they brought it right out with no problem. Overall, the service was friendly and the food was decent, but it's not really my type of cuisine. It was my first time trying this kind of food, and while I'm glad I did, I probably wouldn't go back. A little pricey for what it was, but not bad. I can say I've been there, done that & it was okay. read more

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This place has great food, great service, and reasonable prices. Definitely recommend this place.

Worst customer service, the girl in the register is rude, didn't attend to my family for awhile, like she was ignoring us. When we asked a question she was rude about it never again will we go here. So disappointed read more

Absolutely perfection. So glad they are here and serving amazing Mediterranean food. Service is impeccable with wonderful people who understand customer service and the sitting is ample for large groups if needed. I have already shared with friends and family to make it a point and stop by if they want some authentic cuisine. Thank you to management and owners for bringing great Mediterranean food to this side of the valley. read more

The Grill Stories - Shish plate. Large portions. Delicious. - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

Ordered pick-up from this restaurant. I usually prefer enjoying Mediterranean food fresh at the restaurant, as takeout containers can sometimes make it soggy. That said, the food was filling and satisfying; I even had leftovers. My only suggestion would be to add a bit more seasoning to the chicken, as it tasted slightly under-seasoned to me. read more

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I love this place , the food was so good and the wine was good. I would recommend the spot to anyone. The service was amazing to as well. I would come back anytime!! read more

The beef kebab was very good quality. Parking can be a little difficult. The staff were polite and attentive. The place looks clean and there a few tables to eat inside. read more

This food was so immaculate the meat was tender and juicy and the flavor of it was melting on my tongue i recommend it to everybody and anybody no discrimination around here. The atmosphere is calm and cozy. The service is top tier!!! read more

The Grill Stories - Shish Set - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

Delicious food, fresh ingredients Loved the generous portions and colorful presentation! Service was great Loved the outdoor seating and ambiance read more

The Grill Stories - Fluffy on the inside Falafel ! Delicious and crispy on the outside - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

found my new favorite place!!! Food and service is superb!! Perfect place for date night, family time. We will keep on coming back for the food!! read more

The Grill Stories - Chicken kebab 2pc Beef kebab 2pc - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

Chicken & Beef Plate: delicious with a large glass of Sprite. I'm so happy I chose the tomato sauce on the side. It was fun to use my pita to eat it. I enjoyed every bite and I look forward to trying something else next time. 27th of April 2025; lll be back in May. read more

Hey Mang, I dont usually do this and yelp shit. But Man this place is Bad ass . Had not had a Mediterranean Plate that tasted like this in A long, long time.. Fuxken ayy mang.. Delicious shit.. read more

I have ordered for to go and it was ready on time. I can tell you that this was one of the best lunches I have head. Big portion for the money I paid. I ordered beef and it was very flavorful and juicy . The place looks clean and organized. Can't wait to try lamb, my co-worker says it's the best. read more

The kebabs are super juicy and the sauces, hummus, and marinades are made in house. The garlic yogurt sauce was my favorite and you can tell it was made with real yogurt and not a paste which some places use. Ended my meal with paklava which is made in house too and it's made with walnuts as opposed to pistachios which was a nice change. Everything was just super fresh read more

The Grill Stories - Baklava - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

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I've been here twice and will definitely come back for more great food that this place has. Last time I've tried chicken shish kebab and it was done perfect, juicy, fresh, well seasoned and grilled. This time I've tried beef kebabs and it was delicious. The service was great and they were able to accommodate my wife's dietary needs. Nice and clean place with great food options. Highly recommend read more

The Grill Stories - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

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Really really good Greek food! We got so much food. We kept ordering more because it was so good. It's pricey but you are getting made-to-order quality food and portions are really nice and lots of leftovers! The cashier/server (maybe owner?) was so kind and sweet to us and our baby. Very happy with this lunch today. Thank you read more

The Grill Stories - Falafel sandwich - Mediterranean Near Me - San Fernando, California

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1000% recommend this place. I have brought my whole family and the food is amazing! We've been coming back for more and don't get enough! The staff is very nice and the environment is unbeatable! read more

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