This is probably the best place for chicken kabobs I know of. The chicken is always cooked so well…read more-- it comes out piping hot and so tender and juicy. So many places overcook chicken breast and it's dry. It's never dry here. My friend had the beef koobideh, and it was good as well. I also love the basmati rice. Very flavorful. And we always get the romaine avocado salad. There were just two of us, so we didn't get the family platter. But that's a great deal and we often get that when with our families. Service is good and the ambiance is great.

+ Good portions. In addition to lots of meat, I enjoyed lots of veggies…read more . As for taste, it was alright. - A lil exorbitant. + Efficient service. Nice, helpful staff. - Parking's crowded, a lil annoying. + But at least there's shade in the parking structure. + Ample indoor seating. + Amicable ambience inside. + Yay pickleball. I had: $26.99 Meat Lovers + tax = $29.08

very good food but the staff are speaking majority spanish, i wish they would be more attentive and…read moregood ambience with interior design

DonerG is seriously one of my favorite spots. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly…read moreseasoned. The döner meat is tender and juicy, the sauces are amazing, and everything tastes high quality. You can tell they care about what they're serving. The portions are generous, the place is clean, and the staff is friendly and efficient. Whether you're getting a wrap, bowl, or plate, it hits every time. If you're craving something filling, fresh, and packed with flavor, DonerG is the move. Definitely coming back.

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.

The food is amazing and the service is great. My wife asked about a drink that wasn't on the menu…read moreand they didn't have it but our server mixed it up for her. Lebanese style falafels are the best and this place nails it. I commented to my wife how beautiful the chicken had come out, the colors, little black charred corners and edges from the fire, golden reflection on the glaze. It is not cheap but worth every penny. Our server was great and we can't wait to go back. The place is so unassuming from the outside and beautiful on the inside.

Came in on a Saturday night, we didn't have reservations but were greeted kindly and they were able…read moreto accommodate us and have our party of 6 seated in about 20 mins. We waited about 15 mins for someone to come and offer us menus or beverages but it seemed as though we had been forgotten. It felt like we were an inconvenience. My husband ended up calling over a waiter and asked if we could order as we had looked up the menu's online. Our waiter, George, was phenomenal! Super kind, apologetic and kept us updated throughout the night. He understood that we were not having the best experience, and was trying his best to make us feel comfortable and welcomed. We had a baby with us so we asked that we be seated away from any hookah, and they really honored that request and made sure nobody near us was smoking. The food was decent, well seasoned and tasty, but nothing mindblowing. Slow to arrive but it seemed like this evening in particular was just a new kind of busy for the restaurant. In any case, I think if you've got time to sit and chat and wait for food and service, you won't feel it as much, but we had a baby, and a group of hungry adults who felt every minute of the waiting. I'd probably come back on a weeknight and try it out again; hoping that we don't get forgotten about by our first waitress.

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!

Never been to Istanbul grill before, thought I'd check it out. I called ahead of time to place an…read moreorder to go. I ordered the chicken kebab. Every other local Mediterranean food place prices their chicken kebab at around 17 dollars and some change. This place charges a ridiculous 23 dollars after tax. And they don't even include hummus, but they give you pita bread? ( if you pay an extra 9 dollars you can get hummus! Unbelievable. Other places give hummus for free in their bowls. This place is over charging. After I arrived at the place I and I go in to pay, I had waited 15 minutes as the person over the phone quoted me. But then I find out they don't accept cash?! No where is this mentioned. Didn't even tell me over the phone. Do you think they are cashless in Istanbul? Just absolutely ridiculous. The woman tells me just this time she will accept cash. But she doesn't have change. So I had to pay 25 dollars for my already overpriced meal. ( after I gave her the cash she opened the register and there was cash and coins in there, I could have gotten my exact change back, but whatever. This place is a joke. She then told me to wait another 7-9 minutes. After I had already waited 15 minutes. So after waiting a total of 28 minutes I finally received my food. I honestly wish time machines were a thing because I'd use it to go back in time and never have ordered here. Terrible first experience. And the vibes are atrocious. Non of the staff looked happy. Mean faces everywhere. 0/10, the food was alright. Not 23 dollars worth. I get more for way less at other places.

Excellent Mediterranean chain that has recently become my new staple for work lunch. I usually get…read morethe grilled chicken shawarma wrap - either the San Diego or Caesar Crunch depending on my mood. The wraps are comically large (in a good way) - literally as big as my forearm with proof below All the sauces are uniquely addicting and perfectly balanced. Every ingredient tastes fresh and well-seasoned. Service is always friendly and the shop is perfectly set up for a quick bite. Highly recommend TKS!

Low quality (very low...) fast food. Nothing more than that…read more Who knows what's in this stuff...lots of unknown chemical seasonings and grease/fats. Had the shawarma chicken & carved lamb beef w/ saffron rice and grilled veggies. Taste is not there with proteins and veggies & rice weak flavored. Yuk! Shared with friend and we both had stomach discomfort for hours afterwards. It's simple... If you like your body and enjoy good tasting food WITHOUT hours of uncomfortable stomach memories - pass on this kebab fast food.

Ordered takeout through DoorDash and was very impressed with the food. The Cornish hen was really…read morejuicy with loads of flavor. Upgraded the rice to adas polo and it was as good as any other, thought I thought the price to upgrade ($5.99) was steep. Kashk O'bademjan has become one of my favorite Persian dishes to order and theirs did not disappoint. Takeout was well packaged. Recommended!

I can confidently say that Darbari Persian Grill is my all-time favorite spot for Persian cuisine…read more Every single time I come here, it's consistently amazing. My go-to order is the chicken Cornish, and I always substitute the rice for zereshk polo. The rice is perfectly fluffy every time, and the barberries add the most delicious tang that just brings the whole dish together. It's seriously so good. They're also incredibly generous with their lavash bread, which I love because it pairs perfectly with everything. But what really makes this place special is the service. Everyone here is genuinely so kind and attentive, and I mean everyone. You're always greeted when you walk in and again when you leave, which just makes the whole experience feel so warm and welcoming. There's also an older gentleman who is always there with the biggest smile, checking in to make sure everything is perfect, and it never goes unnoticed. I also love that it's pet-friendly. The outdoor seating area with the turf is such a nice touch, and my dog absolutely loves it. Overall, this place is a 10/10 with 1000/10 service. Anytime I'm in the area, I have to stop here without fail.

Delicious meal I had tonight! The steak, rice, pita and sauce was well made tasted well together…read more The service was great and very pleasant. The restaurant is very spacious and clean. This location has plenty of parking and we look forward to coming back for another delightful meal.

The steak was made perfectly medium rare and tender. The rice was good and the salad was average…read more The wrap was ok and the chicken plate had a kick to it. I would get the steak again. But nothing else