Okay, I know I'm really late writing this review (life has been busy, but I had to come on here and talk about this place because WOW. My husband and I visited about a month ago, and I can confidently say this was the best shawarma I've ever had and I don't say that lightly. The name of this restaurant truly lives up to the hype. First, let's talk about the customer service. The owner was AMAZING so kind, welcoming, and confident in his food. You can tell he really knows his menu inside and out. He even gave us free fries, which was such a thoughtful gesture, especially since we drove all the way from Irvine. That alone set the tone for the whole experience. Now the food!! We tried three shawarmas: chicken, lamb, and beef. The chicken shawarma was my absolute favorite juicy, perfectly seasoned, and the house sauce?? SO GOOD. Second for me was the **lamb**, which was rich and flavorful. Then the beef, which was still delicious but just slightly behind the others for me. (My husband ranked them differently his favorite was the beef, then chicken, then lamb so honestly, you can't go wrong with any of them.) One thing that really stood out was the bread. He uses fresh lavash, and while you *can* choose other bread, I highly recommend sticking with it. It's soft, fresh, and honestly even better than pita. Also don't skip the drinks! He had this basil mint tea with cinnamon and cloves, and it was incredible. Refreshing, slightly spiced, and tasted super clean and healthy. I literally drank the whole thing immediately. The restaurant itself was very clean, smelled amazing, and we were greeted right away when we walked in. Overall: Customer Service: 10/10 Food Quality: 10/10 Cleanliness: 10/10 Hands down the best shawarma in Glendale. My husband and I will 100% be back. If you're thinking about trying it GO. You won't regret it. read more

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I brought my ((kids)) here to eat food not a pack of BACTERIA and MOLD they refill the ketchup bottles with cheap ketchup over and over without washing the bottles NEVER NEVER never come here And this picture will be reported to the health department read more

Best Shawarma - Mold and bacteria on the ketchup bottle - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

I've had shawarma all over the place, but this one? Completely different level. First off, the pork shawarma,yeah, pork, not your usual chicken or beef,is an absolute game changer. It's insanely juicy, perfectly seasoned, and has that crispy edge from the spit that just hits every craving at once. You can tell it's not some standard, mass-produced recipe,they've really done something special here. The flavors are bold but balanced, with just the right mix of spices and a subtle smokiness that keeps you going back for another bite. And the way it's wrapped (or plated) ties everything together,fresh toppings, sauces that actually taste homemade, and bread that doesn't fall apart halfway through. Honestly, this isn't your typical shawarma spot. It feels more like someone took a classic idea and elevated it into something unique and unforgettable. If you think you've had great shawarma before... try this. You'll rethink everything read more

Delicious food friendly service. We ordered wraps and fries all were delicious. Staff was friendly and helpful, JacobV educated us on the ordering process and gave us suggestions for next time. He and the other staff made an effort to get to know us. There are some tables to eat there but it's kinda small. There was plenty of parking. I will return and order another wrap. read more

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I ate here on a Wednesday and from Thursday to Monday, I had an upset stomach. Employee was nice. Small parking lot for the plaza. Might be difficult to find parking on busy times. Food definitely was not fresh. The hummus was very dry for some reason. The rice was also not fresh. On a good note, I lost some weight. read more

Best Shawarma - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

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The food was great and the service was even better. Will definitely come back again!!

Must get their pork kabob, thank me later. Always come back !!!!!!! They are opened late , good snack to get! read more

Best Shawarma - Love their pork kabob, it's a must !!!! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

I can't deny, one of the best shawarmas I have had in a while. They do have a lamb shawarma, which is somewhat a rarity these days. I got the Lamb Shawarma Wrap with lavash and it was great. Very classic Armenian style, nothing extra, just the meat, veggies, herbs, and the sauce. They use real charcoal for their grills so I am definitely coming back to try more. read more

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Best food and customer service in town! Huge shoutout to Varuz for truly going above and beyond to take care of me, that level of service doesn't go unnoticed. I've been coming here for the past 9 years, and not only is the food still just as amazing as I remember, but the experience keeps getting better. read more

Best Shawarma - Best beef and chicken kebab combo in Glendale, CA! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

Not horrible But compared to the rest of the shawarma spots in the city I have to be honest here of course. Lacking ingredients. Shawarma was there yes beef and chicken, basically with lettuce. At least throw a few tomatoes in there. Sauce is mid, not much taste going on, definitely not spice. The wrap itself was a bit tough to chew. Hummus was mid, just felt like it was lacking in each part. Don't see this place lasting that long, the competition is too fierce. For $20.00 each the size itself is a little disappointing. read more

This is truly the best Shawarma!!! The chicken shawarma sandwich is so so tasty! The homemade fries are also so so good, the sauce just adds that cherry on top! read more

I like this place. They are open late until 11pm. Their fries is a very big portion. Kind of expensive but tastes very good. read more

Of all the shawarmas in Glendale, I think this is now my favorite one. Went here for a quick grab and go for lunch and ordered the chicken wrap and it was so good. The chicken was super tender and the sauce was the perfect addition to the wrap. The man at the counter was super sweet and friendly and makes you want to come back and support this business. I'll definitely be back for more! P.S. wish I had taken pics of my wrap but I inhaled it before I could! Happy eating! read more

Best shawarma really is the best . These guys are very nice and always ready hot & delicious

He was real nice and the basil drink was delicious. I really liked the banana pudding with the brownie bits like he suggested and I got the chicken schwarma. My only wish I had more sauce, but I'm a sauce girl and I like my rice a bit moist - but it's not bad. It's all nice and good with the brown bits. read more

Honestly, really disappointing experience at Best Shawarma in Glendale. I paid around $16-$17 per wrap for two meals plus drinks, and my total came out to about $40 and change--and I left still starving. The wraps were mostly lettuce with barely any meat. For that price, it's just not acceptable. You expect a shawarma wrap to be filling, not feel like a light salad rolled in bread. I genuinely don't understand how this place has such high ratings. Maybe I caught them on a bad day, but based on my visit, the portions are way off for what they charge. Definitely not worth the price. read more

Food was great, as was the service!! Drink made in house (the Basil one) was delicious! The restaurant was clean and chill. The staff were very friendly! Definitely try everything we ordered and you won't be disappointed read more

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So I don't usually write reviews, but I HAD to for this place. Everything we got was incredible. The beef plate was perfectly seasoned and so flavorful, the pork fries were next level (seriously so good), and the dolma and tzatziki were fresh and delicious. Every single thing we tried was a hit, but what really made this place special was the customer service! They were so kind, welcoming, and genuinely cared about us having a good experience. They even gave us free banana pudding, which was amazing! You can tell they take pride in their food and how they treat people. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending this spot to everyone. amazing food and staff was so kind &helpful!!! read more

Best Shawarma - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

Oh my god. The first 3 words out of my mouth full of delicious pork, fries, and whatever else they put in this thing. The guys here are super nice, always will to accommodate, and the food is fantastic. I appreciate the outdoor seating for the fresh air too. read more

Best Shawarma - OMG fries (pork) - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

Wow the chicken was very well seasoned & had so much flavor. The customer service was amazing! The guy taking our order was very welcoming & seemed happy that we were enjoying the food. The drizzled sauce on top of the chicken shawarma plate really was the cherry on top. Perfect casual spot that has indoor seating as well. read more

Best Shawarma - Chicken Shawarma Wrap - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

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10 OUT OF 10 ! Me and my friend came here to try it out and very good food and very friendly staff! Whenever am in the Glendale area I will come again! Thanks for the great food and the service! read more

Best Shawarma - Food Beef Shawarma Plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

Not even close to being the best shawarma. The meat was chewy and off. Seemed like left over at best. The hummus was amazing. I just don't get it. How do you do so well on hummus and failed so hard on the actual food. The rice don't even get me started. Tasted like day old not cooked rice. I say avoid. read more

The food is AMAZING. From the first bite, I was impressed with the quality and flavors. I highly recommend for great food, great service and atmosphere! read more

This place hands down has some of the best shawarma I've had. The meat was perfectly seasoned, juicy, and cooked just right -- not dry at all. The sauce was incredible and balanced everything perfectly. The portions were generous, and everything tasted fresh. The staff was friendly and quick, even during busy hours. You can tell they take pride in their food. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to. If you're craving real, flavorful shawarma, this is it. read more

Great place if you're looking for really good shawarma. Ordered the chicken shawarma plate with extra chicken for $7. Total was $28 but for the amount of food and the quality that you get, it is definitely worth it. The service is definitely a plus here. They're very fast and also super friendly, especially the cashier. The overall ambiance is clean and welcoming. There's also decent amount of parking spots in the lot. read more

Best Shawarma - Plate menu - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

Just ordered with all my co workers. This place has the yummiest wraps ever, so happy with the food!!!!!

Of all the shawarma spots I've been to, this one takes the trophy. When you walk in, you're greeted with staff that makes you feel welcome and like family. Unfortunately, I don't have a picture of the food since each time I go I can't wait to dive in. It's in the name. BEST shawarma read more

i had the lamb shawarma's tasted delicious & fresh. Will be coming back for more . Ate inside and had a comfortable atmosphere

Came to get a delicious shawarma wrap today. First, I have to say I was greeted with the most kind workers. Second, the wrap was delicious you have to come try it. read more

Best Shawarma - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

Been coming here for years and food has always been so good! everyone is so nice and remembers us even after a while. will always stop here for food when in the area!! read more

Good lamb just the right seasoning along side the fries and sauce that it came with. Thanks again my friend I will be back for more read more

Little pricey for fast food but the shawarma taste was not bad. If you are on a go and need something to grab yes I would suggest to give it a go. read more

By far my favorite shawarma place in LA. It's a nice hidden spot and they give you plenty of food for the price you pay, I usually get a lamb plate. The OMG fries are good but I don't think it is worth the money. There are a few tables and it seems like most people usually get take away so going down and getting seated is super easy and convenient. It is a fast casual restaurant so you order at their register and then pay and then they bring you the food at your table. They have a TV playing turkish(?) music videos which I found amusing but it's not that loud so you can have a nice casual dinner here in peace. read more

I had been here so many years ago, and didn't have a special experience. My husband and I decided to try one more time and I really happy that we gave an another chance. There is a small indoor dining with 5 tables max and some outside. We ordered to plate shawarma one with lamb and one with pork. They both were super delicious and it get ready so quickly. I love the variety of the shawarma that they have, pork, lamp, chicken and beef. This place is one of the best shawarma places in Glendale area. read more

Best Shawarma - Lamb shawarma plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

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Random stop food was amazing and the customer service was amazing even the fried was real potato

Best Shawarma is literally some of the best shawarma, lule, chicken kabob, whatever, you'll find in the Southern California area - which says a lot when you're living in Glendale. We have eaten here literally weekly thus far in a four week stay - does this convey how happy we are with the food here? Extremely no-frills, straightforward hole-in-the-wall restaurant off of Glenoaks. We've sampled more Armenian/Lebanese/Persian than we've ever imagined during an unexpected stay in Glendale, and both my husband and I (and two kids too) unequivocally agree that the meat here at Best Shawarma is absolutely unmatched. Especially both the chicken and beef lule - super juicy, seasoned and flavorful, cooked fresh to order - absolutely cannot go wrong. Chicken kebab is also exquisitely tender. Hummus is decent albeit I've had better hummus elsewhere, but I'll let this slide (a little grainy). Staff are friendly and always have a smile, even if they incorrectly presume off the bat that you speak Armenian. Limited inside/outside seating. New go-to for take out! read more

So good! We had the #16 Lula combo plate and it was so good. The staff was awesome, very friendly and helpful. Also you have to try their in house drinks. They have a basil drink that really refreshing. read more

Needs Improvement Unfortunately, the experience wasn't great. Everything is hidden behind a door, so you can't see the shawarma or how it's being prepared, which raises some concerns about transparency and freshness. I went during lunch time and the new prepared beef is ready behind the doors, seeing that I asked if it's ready, they said yes and also it hasn't been cut yet.. But to my disappointment, they ended up wrapping the shawarma with what seemed like leftover beef from the previous day. The pieces were clearly smaller cuts and not freshly sliced, which felt very misleading and disappointing then I checked to see if they used the new prepared meet and saw they didn't. Definitely not the quality I expected. read more

the staff was friendly and the beef kabob plate was great! definitely would come back read more

Best Shawarma - Beef Kebab Plate (Halal) - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

Best Shawarma was a last minute dinner stop in the area, first time customer. The OMG fries with lamb were sauced well, a little extra seasoned, but overall good for the value and was filling. The falafels were very large, a smaller fist size, and though they were fresh and flavorful, i did find them a little on the dry side. I'd definitely come back to try more on the menu, it's in a very convenient area of Glendale and the 134. Though no other customers were inside, it did take us roughly 15mins for our order to be ready. read more

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