Love, love, love! Avocado Romaine Salad is my forever go to plate…read more Salmon plate is my second favorite. The salmon is fresh and the greens are anyways fresh. I love the lemon vinaigrette so much that I made a copy cat version at home that I'm pretty hooked on. It definitely not like the original. I've never had anything but stellar service. Irvine has been my original favorite restaurant, it's spacious and I love hearing all the hustle and bustle during the rush lunch hour.

So disappointed. I've been coming here for over 11 years, and this has always been my go-to kebab…read moreplace because the food has consistently been amazing. Unfortunately, today was the first time I left really disappointed. I understand prices go up, and honestly, I'm okay paying more for good food. But raising prices while also cutting the portions is really upsetting. I attached photos from before and after so people can see the difference for themselves. To clarify, I ordered both the single-skewer and double-skewer koobideh meals, and the koobideh portions in both orders were the same exact length. Please see images of both photos as in how long the koobideh's are. It's missing almost half of the beef 4-5 inches!!! It's sad because this used to be my favorite spot, but after today, I honestly don't know if I'll be coming back!

Food and service was fantastic definitely recommend. The shop had a good vibe and would eat againread more

I went here and I ordered some kebab and it was really tasty and delicious. The service was…read moreincredible too. The ambiance was amazing.

This place is the best, such affordable food and the best service in town. Food is also incredibly…read moregood, better then most places that are charging double what they are. I don't understand how it's not constantly packed. If you haven't been here, go as soon as possible because you won't regret it!!!

This is my go to Mediterranean place in Orange County. Everything is fresh, healthy and homemade…read more My favorite is the Koobideh Combo! The watermelon mint drink is refreshing and their baklava is the best!

Food is tasty! Beef iskender kabob is fresh, juicy and great!…read more Baba ghanoug is tasty as well as yogurt and cucumber sauce. service is very good.

The Food: I ordered a Chicken Doner Wrap with everything and it was pretty good. It paired well…read morewith the garlic sauce they offer and I enjoyed it. *Edit: I preferred the Chicken over the Beef. Both were good but the chicken was impressive. The Service‍: The service was great and the workers were kind! The Ambience: Pretty standard on the ambience but it was great. Overall: A great establishment and I would recommend it to others.

Well, I think I have a new favorite Persian kabob restaurant! It's pretty far from home, but I…read morecould easily work it into the flight path so to speak, between the Tustin REI and 17th Street in Costa Mesa. Located in a small but busy plaza, HOK is a small, potentially packed restaurant with a few tables outside. About half full mid afternoon on a Saturday, i got a table and quickly made a decision to try the combination plate with a chicken and kubideh kabob, with rice. Next time I'll branch out, but this first sample provided much pleasure and evidence that they can't do anything wrong (except be closed when I'm craving more ;) A few minutes after placing my order the warm flatbread came out with butter. Comparatively, many other Persian restaurants use Lavash sections, so I enjoyed the contrast. The neighboring table of four received their plates one at a time, so I figured the kitchen and grill were probably also fairly constricted like the lobby. Nonetheless, it didn't take long and the generous, colorful portions were a sight to behold! The first thing I noticed was how moist and tender both kabobs were. Not burnt or dry anywhere on either type. That's attributable to the elevated method of grilling, but here the chef has it down to a science. The second observation came later when I didn't feel excessively thirsty, or bloated, ir dehydrated. Some restaurants really brine the meat while marinating, but here it's another level of perfection. Good service and a reasonable price, although the menu prices might be behind current food costs. Still, it was totally worth it. I didn't have a way to keep leftovers in a safe temperature range, so I ate everything. Full, but not stuffed.

Super friendly staff and clean inside. Food: got the…read morechicken kabob, eggplant appetizer and side salad. Was amazing, fresh and authentic. So happy I found this place so I can support local family owned business.

Food: Build your bowl (Greens and Grains) Price: ~$13.20…read moreOverall: No words can describe how much I love Cava. This is so healthy and yummy that I literally have no self-control and most likely will not have any leftovers. I build my bowl, romaine lettuce, saffron rice with chicken, red pepper hummus, harrisa, tzatziki, all the toppings (except for olives) and on top is Garlic Dressing and Skhug. NORCAL NEEDS THIS DELICIOUS MEDITERRANEAN FOOD!

Found what appears to be an insect pupa/chrysalis in my veggie bowl from CAVA. About an inch long…read more Absolutely disgusting and unacceptable for a restaurant serving "fresh" food. This wasn't some tiny unnoticed speck -- it was clearly visible mixed in with the vegetables. I had to stop eating immediately after noticing it. I've attached photos because honestly it's hard to believe otherwise. Makes me seriously question their food handling, produce washing, and kitchen quality control standards. If something like this can make it into a customer's bowl, what else is being missed? I will never eat here again.

First time in this place. Got to say that for being a…read moreMediterranean fast food place it was realy good. Covers the basics. Place is clean, staff is friendly, good amount of tables for seating. Lots of parking in the shopping. Food quality was very good. We ordered a rice plate with chicken kabob, salad, rice and hummus. To be fast food it was of good quality. Chicken was soft and tender and veggies were fresh. Highly recommended as a healthy, affordable choice.

I'm from Henderson Nevada where the original is from. I must say everything was just as great if…read morenot better than the original Flavor service hospitality All 5 star great Definitely coming back

Friends introduced me to this place for the first time tonight and I genuinely loved it. I had seen…read moresome negative reviews, which honestly surprised me. A lot of people I trust have raved about it, and I'm glad I gave it a shot. Our server, Leyla, was great. She took orders for 6 people entirely from memory without a single mistake, all while staying kind, attentive, and composed during a busy service. The food was excellent. The tahdig was crispy, and the stews were rich and homemade, easily some of the best I've had. The koobideh kabob was flavorful and cooked very well, and the chicken barg was equally good. For dessert, the faloodeh had a good balance of rose water, and the Persian ice cream was just as good. I really enjoyed everything about this place and will absolutely be back.

Nice ambiance with many families dining together one a Sunday - I enjoyed that…read more Some food was a hit and others not so much. The beef shish-kabob I recommend. Service took a hit. Inconsistent with multiple waiters approaching for the same orders then long blocks of time of no one dropping by within the vicinity when I needed something. One waitress struggled to understand or communicate well. Another waiter, male, was short, dry and aggressive-like. Drink selection is below mid-range as well. 3 stars is not bad, but there are far too many better options out there that encompass better food service value. Therefore, I will not be returning. If you're close by, this will do. But don't go out of your way to try this.

Interesting their name has "Restaurant" but it's more of a to-go shop than a dine-in place…read more Picking up my food was an interesting experience. No one at the counter. Turns out multiple food shops occupy this location. You'll have to ring the Ring doorbell of the shop you ordered from. Likes: + Yummy food. I liked the variety of flavors and textures in my order. + Pleasant, modern ambience. . The shop will seem like it's in the middle of nowhere, but rest assured, your food is at Ste F. Non-likes: - Somewhat expensive. I don't think the cup of simple-looking lentil soup was worth $6. - Very limited seating. - Inconveniently located in the middle of nowhere. I had: $6 Crushed lentil cup + $19.55 Kafta plate + tax - 1-time ChowNow discount = 24.77

I absolutely love Lebanese food even more so than my native Persian cuisine, so when I heard about…read morean authentic Lebanese spot in Irvine, I knew I had to give it a try. Before you visit, keep these things in mind: 1. This is a ghost kitchen, not a full-service restaurant. It's best for takeout and delivery. There are only a few chairs outside--just four in total. 2. Ordering is entirely self-service via a digital kiosk, with no staff on hand to assist you. 3. There are no bathrooms available anywhere on-site. Regarding the food, it was just okay-- a bit underwhelming, especially given that Lebanese cuisine is typically so flavorful. The chicken was dry, the hummus lacked depth, and the rice was bland. That said, the fattoush salad, one of my favorites, was very good, with a delicious dressing. Overall, I can't say I'd return. The prices were quite high for the portions, and the quality didn't meet my expectations. If you're looking for a quick Lebanese meal, this place is a decent option, but don't expect much more than that.

We recently had Istanbul Grill California catered at my job, and WOW... it was an absolute hit!…read more From the moment the food was set up, you could smell all the amazing spices and fresh ingredients. Everything was incredibly flavorful, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented. The chicken, beef, rice, and sides were all delicious--honestly, not a single dish was left behind! It quickly became everyone's favorite, and people are still talking about it. You know it's good when coworkers are going back for seconds (and thirds) If you're looking for catering that will impress a crowd, this is it. Highly recommend!

$70 for this meal. Fantastic food…read more You order at the entrance and you take a number and sit down. Food comes out hot and fresh. Excellent quality located in a small business like complex with plenty of parking. Space is huge and it appears they do a lot of catering and parties. I'd love to come back and try other dishes.