Not only is the food outstanding, but is made by hand by the owner's Lebanese mother. The gentleman that served us was her grandson. He served us hand-rolled grape leaves (she had made the night before) so densely packed they wouldn't spill a grain of rice. The kebabs were generous with meat, I should have asked for a knife - I ended up needing to tear them by hand because they were so nicely portioned. The meat is halal, hand-slaughtered, and does not disappoint. Whatever you do - get the spicy sauce and put it on everything! The service was outstanding, the grandson came to check on us, and was so friendly. He great pride in his family restaurant and grandmother's recipes. read more

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This is a chill hidden spot. Hussain was very helpful and the food along with the drinks are amazing.

So happy to have this establishment in Downey! Everything we ordered was fresh, delicious, and good sized portions! Oh, and I should mention. I have two very picky eaters at home and they both enjoyed the chicken kebabs. next time I'll have to add pictures of our meal we ate so darn fast forgot to take pictures! Oh, we shall return again, and again, and again! read more

First time eating at World Famous Grill. I placed an order over the phone for a kafta kabob plate with tabouli and it was ready for pick-up in less than 15 minutes. The hummus was creamy and had a neutral flavor (not salty, not nutty, not garlicky). The tabouli was fresh and clean tasting (not salty, not oniony, not acidic). The rice was perfectly seasoned and just a tiny bit oily, but in the best possible way. The beef kabobs were a generous size and not overly cooked or overly seasoned. The meat was ideal for topping with the mind-blowing spicy garlic sauce (it reminds me of the sauce at Fatima's Grill). The only thing that was kinda meh was my cold-a$$ pita bread, but that's minor. I will definitely be coming back. read more

World Famous Grill - Kafta kabob - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Food is good, great burger! With a Mediterranean spices was really Tasty and fresh. Will be returning To this place. read more

Very friendly service. Clean with a huge selection of choices. Mediterranean - Mexican - "American" AND breakfast too!! Wow!! This little shop may bring this center back to life. Amazing deserts (you will be tempted). Showed up and they were basically sampling every desert OMG - no idea what to choose from. Standard kids menu but with quality. Will be back for sure! read more

World Famous Grill - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

So they finally got a Downey location and all I have to say is this place is a must try, not that big for big parties but the food is mad on point and staff is super cool. Have to support business like them. This is a place where no matter what you order it will hit the spot. Definitely recommend the shawarman fried chicken or beef . read more

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10/10!!! Would have taken photos of the other dishes we tried (tawook wrap, chicken shawarma wrap, chicken kebab, Lebanese soda) but they were eaten too quickly. The staff was very friendly and helpful when ordering. If you like unique, fusion dishes and supporting high quality, fresh small business restaurants this should be on your list of places to try! Who would've thought that Middle Eastern, Mexican, American fusion could be SO amazing? I guess the owner did, and she was so right. Can't wait to go back. read more

World Famous Grill - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

It was my first time here, and the manager was very nice and helped explain the food and desserts to me. The food came fairly quick, within 10min. I got Shawarma Fries (half chicken, half beef) which were very filling by itself. The visuals are on point, and it was very flavorful. A bit too salty for my everyday meal but a great shareable snack. I also got their Beef Wrap combo, which comes with fries and a canned soda. I got it with their creamy garlic sauce which was also very flavorful. I'd prefer it with a refreshing sauce rather than a savory one since their meats were very savory. I personally prefer more sweet and salty meats, so if you like savory, you'd like these two dishes. For dessert, I got their Baklava and Osmaliye. Their Baklava was nutty and slightly sweet. It's nice and chewy, but not my typical choice in desserts since I don't like nuts. Their Osmaliye, on the other hand, SO GOOD! Creamy, sweet, and totally up my alley. It's a great contrast with the savory food, which makes it a perfect balance and just what you're looking for at the end of your meal. I'd recommend coming to try to insta-worthy, flavorful, savory, and innovative fusion food! read more

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I've gotten this steak wrap 30+ times always comes with one sauce suddenly $2.10 for one sauce!!!! They tried telling me it has always been like that . Complete and total lie!! Never coming back, lost business over a 20 cent sauce. read more

World Famous Grill - Steak wrap - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

This is a hidden gem in the city of bell. Their portions are humongous and their spicy garlic is . Definetly an authentic place. read more

World Famous Grill - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Terrible customer service Long wait Restaurant was empty Employees hiding and came out to face customers after we whistle for attention First and Bad experience read more

Ok so the pics on Yelp were great- believe it or not there are a lot of Mediterranean options in this area. For a combo plate and a bottle of water I paid less than 20$, not bad and pretty comparable to most other places. Food was great their salad was nice and tangy- meat was tender and hummus was tasty. Only reason this didn't get the full rating was because I was the only one inside and it took a while to get the food... no worries, I'll still come back. read more

World Famous Grill - Inside waiting.... - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

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Very satisfied with the food & the cashiers. The customer service makes dining in this clean restaurant nice. We have tried the kabob plates (chicken, steak & kafta), Smash burger & baklava. All are a great pick. The spicy sauce is a must try! read more

First thing when I pulled up the place was EMPTY! Clear sign of the post below are Paid Posts! They all over overhyped and do not match the place. Food was over priced and portions are not as advertised; the customer service was just as bad. Found this place on Yelp for the high reviews but clearly can see these were Paid Posts to hype the place up. When I see a restaurant with almost 5 Stars and the place is empty that is a clear indication it was all hyped and paid posts. As I drove to this place I said if it is good as they wait is is...I will make this the new place go go to spot and we'll it is not. The place was clean but I am sure it was because of the zero customers when I showed up. Flavor was subpar at best. read more

Pretty good Mediterranean food compared to the other ones in Downey. I used to love Cafe Opa before they closed before the pandemic and have been missing good local Mediterranean. So far this one hits the spot and is close to what we were used to. The other Downey ones are just ok, but you should really order from here. So far we've had a couple of combos, the shawarma tacos, asada fries, and shawarma fries and plan on continuing to order more! read more

We walked in and was instantly greeted by a very attentive young man. The wait for our food was short and the presentation made me so excited to eat this meal. The chicken was crisp, the produce was as fresh as it gets, and the ranch didn't over power the wrap. The cheese they use compliments the flavors, but doesn't over power anything like some other wraps I've had. We will be back! read more

World Famous Grill - Chicken Zinger Wrap Combo - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

It's difficult to find an authentic, reasonably priced Mediterranean restaurant, and with the addition of a Mexican fusion, you can say I was more than skeptical. It was recommended by a friend and from the first moment I walked in, the spices let me know I was in the right place. Quick, kind service in a cute little restaurant with delicious food. I returned two in a month and I can't wait to go another time. Both entrees I've had (Shawarma Fries & Asada Burrito) had SUCH tender meat. I can't wait to go back read more

I tired a new food today for the first time I like it was very good the food name is Buffalo chicken Zinger Fries were really good I recommend you guys to get them. read more

World Famous Grill - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Ordering! Super excited! Been to the Bell location, Thank you for coming to Downey! My Armenian hubby is very happy! read more

First time patron to World Famous Grill. At first, I thought their prices were a little high. I paid $21+ for 2 chicken kabobs, rice pilaf, a Mediterranean salad, hummus & Naan bread; plus a bottled water. The food was plentiful, fresh, tasty, & delicious! Service was good. The person taking my order was friendly, helped me in choosing what I thought I want, and got me all set up for my dine-in order. The food was VERY good, and I was surprised only two groups of patrons (our group of 3, and another table of 2) were dining in the restaurant during peak lunchtime hours. I thought it would be much more busier than this, but again, it's A LOT more than say a $6+ Taco Bell meal deal... read more

Of course I got the spiciness!!! Since my days at Bell location!! Always a hit. Glad it's a little closer to me now in Downey. Keep up the great work. Y'all are a true gem. read more

Had dinner here with my husband and the food was superb! Restaurant-quality food and since they cook it fresh, the temperature of the food is actually hot (fresh from the kitchen)! You won't get this from a restaurant chain. I got the kabob plate with steak and chicken and literally everything on my plate was delectable! World Famous Grill https://worldfamousgrill.com/ read more

Staff was friendly. Thought that the chicken wrap was a little small for the price...the chicken itself was a little bland until you use the spicy garlic sauce. Overall ok but probably wouldn't bother going back read more

World Famous Grill - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Food 10/10 and why I keep coming back. It's the customer service from the females. Every single time. So if you don't mind horrible service. Attitude and disrespect The food is delicious. The males are super nice and courteous. I will just call ahead and find out who's the cashier next time I go. read more

Hands down eveything is amzing here!!! Family own And best customer service love there recommendations they give always satisfied read more

Everything in the menu is delicious Tried the Beef Kabob and it' was good with the spicy garlic sauce. read more

Got the chicken shawarma bowl. Sooo good. I'd only planned on eating half but I ate it all. The pickles, the pickled turnips and the SAUCE! THE SAUCE!!!! Omg. That's worth the price of admission right there. Tangy, garlicky, spicy. I like that they put lettuce in the bowl too right on top of the rice, under the shawarma. I think they should have an actual menu board rather than the paper menus. Or laminate the menu and tape it on the counter. It was kinda gross having to look through the paper menus that had clearly been used. The first one I grabbed didn't open because the pages were stuck together. The second one was greasy. The service wasn't stellar. I don't know, maybe she was new. She could have had a bit more energy. We got our order to go because the tables inside weren't very inviting. Need to spruce up the place a bit. Invest in some nicer furniture. But all in all if I'm ever in Downey again, I'm going back here! read more

I tried the beef wrap with a side of their yummy garlic sauce for my first visit to world famous. The server was helpful and polite and brought me my meal nice and hot. It really was delicious and just the right size for dinner. Really great french fries by the way, I would totally order the same thing again, but I did think the beef was a little over seasoned or maybe just oversalted. Delicious. read more

World Famous Grill - Beef wrap at World Famous Grill in Downey,CA - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Delicious food! Ordered the chicken kabob along with an order of grape leaves. Everything had the perfect amount of seasoning and the chicken was. Poked perfectly! The service was also great! The staff gave me samples of their deserts. Ended up buying some pastries :) overall, great place. read more

Ali is the man! Right away treated me with awesome service! Service A1 and food as like the other location fire read more

World Famous Grill - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

I tried the Kafta roll and asked for it to be spicy . They said can only give the spicy garlic sauce . I was asking to add red chilli . The roll itself was bland and the chicken kebab could use more marination of spices . The roll itself comes with fries. I asked for a Diet Coke but was told to get a platter which was a good idea to save on funds . I went there lunch time and not one client was there . Seemed more like and online pick up place . Could use some music to lighten it up as well. Not impressed , not inviting and average food . Can be so much better . World famous needs to step up its game . And I love Mediterranean food . read more

Had to visit this place again, definitely worth it! Kabob combo, fried kibi, spicy garlic sauce and osmaliyeh for dessert. Amazing! read more

World Famous Grill - Kabob combo (bottom) fried kibi (top), spicy garlic sauce (left) and osmaliyeh (right). - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

10/10 The food delicious. We ordered two kabob plates and everything was seasoned well. Calling in the order was quick and easy with great customer service. read more

Having a place with food this good in my home town is awesome. The service is great and everyone was super awesome and excited to have us try their food. Young guy at the register was super helpful and friendly. Met Ali as well, and his service was top tier. I'm excited to come back and try all their options. The food was really good and you can tell they have great quality ingredients, and the hot sauce (their world famous one) is probably one of the best sauces I've had the pleasure of drenching my food in. Such a great mix of flavors in my mouth. Hope this place is around for the long run. read more

World Famous Grill - Steak Wrap with Fries - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

The food was great. The Chicken Shawarma wrap was so good and the fries were non point. The service was nice and fast. Small place with big taste. read more

Always good whenever I go, I'm a picky eater and they have a wide variety of food and drinks to choose from, which is helpful. The employees always create a nice atmosphere. Always come back for the Asada Fries read more

World Famous Grill - Wet Asada Burrito Solo and Asada Fries - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

My absolute favorite food spot! The danger of this place being so close to my home and now work is real. From the Mediterranean dishes to the Mexican-fusion, this place literally has everything (and made well!). Clean spot, friendly team, great food. What else is needed? Bonus points-- The super precious wall with their story. The personal touches were super cute! I truly cannot decide which location I liked more. read more

I ordered the Kabob Combo and the food was amazing, it was a good amount of food. I went in on a Wednesday so it wasn't busy and the service was good. The food did take a little bit longer than what i expected, but they cook it when you order it so it's fine. Definitely would come back to try other items on the menu. read more

I'm in love with world famous grill. Every dish that I've tried so far has left me dancing in my seat. The burgers are juicy and perfectly cooked. The breakfast options are classic and well done. And the business owners are just some of the loveliest people. This is their passion and you can see it in their food. I'm so glad they opened shop in Downey. We've had the pleasure of eating in their bell location (which is worth visiting) but this one is much closer. And did I mention their salsas?! You have to try their salsas. We will be coming back again and again . read more

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