I'm going to give it a 5, but there were few dings. Great interior. Lots of room. Nice people. Very authentic. Everyone seemed to be Arab, which is what you want in a Middle Eastern place. I'm Lebanese who had a mother who was a great cook. I know what I'm talking about . The menu has several dishes that are real home cooking. I had several appetizers, which is the way to do it. Hummus, teboule, grape leaves, falafel, all good. I thought the kibbie was too much bulgur on the outside shell. My mother made them meatier. The ones here had a crunch. Too much burger. Service was very nice. They were a little short staffed at lunch, but that was ok. This is not your usual Lebanese place. The menu has depth. I'm from out of town, but Golden Grill is the real deal. You can tell by how many Arab people were eating there. read more

Lebanese and Syrian Style on Mediterranean Cuisine is something new to me. The food is seasoned with lots of herbs and spices. The 3 plates that I had today was mainly seasoned with curry, cumin, tumeric, and star anise. The salt was perfectly seasoned and very light to enhance all of the flavors. CHICKEN KABAB PLATE (8ct) - Rice, Hummus, Fattoush Salad, Pitta Bread - $18.99 :: It's a bit sad the chicken is very dry. It seems to be oven roasted or something, due to the overly dry texture and the char on the outside. The juice were striped out of the chicken. I could be wrong but the chicken is way to dry. But, good news that it's perfectly seasoned. It's a bit of everything seasoned on this chicken, but very light. I can taste the strong cumin and curry seasoning. The salt was on point. (RATE : 2/5) This plate comes with your choice of rice, fries, or bulghur and 2 cold appetizers of your choice. I picked rice, hummus, and fattoush salad. The RICE is seasoned with light on curry. The cumin and star anise seems to be a bit over powering the curry on the rice. The rice was perfectly made. It was fluffly and soft. The rice taste like it was freshly made (RATE : 5/5). The HUMMUS wasn't what I was expecting. I can't taste the nuttyness on this dish. It doesn't have much seasoning or taste. It's a bit plain (RATE : 1/5). Lastly, the FATTOUSH SALAD. I was a bit dissapointed. The salad dressing doesn't have any flavor to it. All the vinegar drip down to the bottom and you cant taste it much. The dressing was very light here. I wish the salad could be a bit bigger to grab instead of shredded (RATE : 2/5). OVERALL on this plate I would give it a RATING of 2.5/5. I can see potential and it's not bad. SAJ - KAFTA - SANDWHICH COMBO - Fries, Labneh, Pickled Salad - $12 :: For the sandwhiches menu, they have an option for SAJ or PITA. I wanted to try the saj for today. The only difference is that the saj does not have yeast so it's flatter than the pita. It just depends on your choice if you want a breadier wrap or skinny wrap. They taste exactly the same. The KAFTA is a texture of patty. It was a mixure blend of a couple different meat like beef and lamb. The taste and texture just taste exactly like a juicy burger on the first bite. The gameyness from the lamb was very light and the labneh helps mellow it down a lot. All of the seasoning was on point (RATE : 5/5). The FRIES were on point. It was freshly out of the oil. Nicely salted and seasoned. (RATE : 5/5) The LABNEH was also awesome. It taste like a softer and lighter version of horseradish. I believe it was made out of yogurt. (RATE : 5/5) The PICKLED SALAD taste just like out of the jar. Nothing special here. (RATE : 3/5) OVERALL : I'll give this sandwhich combo a RATING 5/5. SAJ - GOLDEN GRILL - SANDWHICH COMBO - Fries, Labneh, Pickled Salad - $16 :: The golden grill meat was a mixture of shreded chicken, beef, and sujuk. The texture was perfectly softened and juicy. Ive never had many texture of meat together before. Biting into it, every little bite feels weird. There's too many texture. I'm not a big fan but the meat it self is just perfectly soft, tender, and juicy. The seasoning is lightly seasoned with salt cumin, curry and star anise. RATE: 3/5 AMBIANCE : It's a very fancy shop with nice decorations. I love the dark oak masculine and modern decorations and a touch of gold. They have a few of Turkish pictures and decorations around the building.There's lots of seatings and its very spacious. The tables are neat and clean. They have soft Syrian music on. There's not much guest there so it's very quiet. RATE : 5/5 SERVICE : Friendly and attentive service. I wasn't sure how to order and the young gentlemen helped my with my order. The wait was a good 15 minute long for 3 plate. They cook everything fresh and hot. RATE : 5/5 OVERALL : Great location for a little hangout or a date. The interrior is very romantic with those cute little Turkish lamp. I would totally recommend giving them a try. Maybe not the chicken kabab but something else. Their seasoning are on point. The seasoning is strong but it's not over powering. And again, this is Lebanese and Syrian style on Mediterranean Cuisine which includes lots of turmeric and curry taste. Last thing I want to add is that their price on these plates are on a bit pricey side. But the portions are pretty huge so it's worth it. read more

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Delicious! Everything is so good! Great food, prices, and service. All of the sides are very fresh.

This restaurant is spacious, the service is great, and the food was fabulous. We ordered a variety of proteins (chicken shawarma, lamb chops, and shrimp), and all hit the spot. The hummus, tzatziki, and garlic sauce boasted wonderful flavors, and the portion sizes were big enough to allow for leftovers, which were not forgotten the next day. (Great value, especially compared to the common chain restaurants that are everywhere in this city.) Go to Golden Grill instead! read more

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Hands down my favorite and best Kebabs in the city. Tender chicken kebabs, flavorful fakta and Juicy Beef Kebab. I always yearn for the next visit to golden grill. Service is always nice. Portions are definitely great if your hungry and for less appetite- sure makes great lunch for the next day! Cheers read more

Golden Grill - Mixed Grilled | 3 Skewers - Mediterranean Near Me - Clovis, California

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Had some of their food at a party, and it was very good, so stopped by for lunch to try it in house. They have plates, bowls and sandwiches on their menu. We opted to get a plate which comes with either rice or fries and then a choice of 2 cold sides, such as hummus, fatoush salad, etc. I ordered falafel, and my friend ordered lamb kebabs. Her lamb was a little chewy but had excellent flavor. My falafel was ok. The fatoush salad was excellent with sumac in it. The garlic sauce was decent (not the best in town but good). My friend got the tabboulah as one of her sides, and it was decent. Service was friendly, and the restaurant was nicely decorated with tables or booth to choose from. I will definitely be back! They also serve hamburgers for those of you with spouses like mine who don't like Mediterranean food read more

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Went to the Willow location and loved the ambiance. It is beautifully decorated with calligraphy and lights. This place was recommended by my mom and her friends who only eat Halal meat and the food was AMAZING!! The lamb chops and kabob were soo juicy and tender. The fries even stayed a little crispy even after some time which I like very much. The garlic sauce is super good and perfect with the food and pita bread. Our mocktails were also delicious. The service was great and staff were kind. 10/10 recommend!! You won't be disappointed. read more

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This place was amazing! The service, food, and music was a wonderful experience. We walked to the counter thinking that we order first then find our seats. They actually offer table service. So when you come in, just pick a table and a server will come out and take your order for drinks and food. I did pick up the menu at the counter though just to get a head start. Staff were really nice but didn't come back to check on us until it was time for our check. Food did take bit longer than I expected, especially since there were only two other tables with customers. The presentation was beautiful and flavor was wonderfully seasoned. Everything was delicious. However, I did not care for the rice. It has cinnamon in it. Never had it like that before and I wouldn't order that again. My husband thought the rice was interesting and he end up liking it. The beef I had was a little tough but still flavorful. The rest of my plate was incredible. I would definitely come back here. Can't wait to try more items. read more

Golden Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Clovis, California

This is a beautiful restaurant. Golden Grill serve mediterranean, Syrian, and Lebanese food. My family were greeted upon entry and was told we can sit anywhere. Definitely hungry so we ordered the Mix Plate that comes with 3 different protein, lamb, beef, and chicken on skewers. All Smokey char flavor. Loved how juicy the chicken was. It was cooked perfectly. You can have fries or rice but I did half and half. This plate comes with two cold sides, so I got the tabbouleh that had good acidity to it and also a tzatziki. My husband and I were able to share this large portion dish. We also got the beef shawarma sandwich that my husband loved. Both came with this garlic house sauce that is soooo good! You can dip anything with it. The kids got the chicken kids menu plate. Came with chicken skewers, fries, and one cold side the hummus. My kids love hummus so it was the perfect choice. Nicely seasoned and not too salty. We were satisfied with our meal. Our server did forget to bring us utensils when our food arrived so I had to go up and ask for some. I think to eliminate that issue is to bring water out and also give utensils at the same time. There are clean multiple stall restrooms for customers. You can go up and pay at the POS when you are done. Definitely returning since the service and food were so good. read more

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We did a to go order. Food was fresh. Rice was good. Pita & Hummas were good. Chicken Kebabs were dry. Price was reasonable. Plenty of parking space. read more

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I've become a regular. The food is prepared well and tasty. The staff and cooks are super nice (they always give me extra garlic sauce). I do prefer eating inside the restaurant when I can -- I feel like the portions are more generous than to-go orders. The only downside is the very large parties that dine-in. They are loud not always friendly. read more

Fast service & amazing food! The ambiance is incredible Great place for catering I will definitely return to this authentic restaurant read more

So good and great service! 1st time here so I didn't know what to get . I end up ordering chicken wrap and it was so delicious! Their desserts are fire!!! So good and so pretty inside! Will definitely come again! read more

Food is super good highly recommend their chicken shawarma with their garlic sauce and a side of rice

I liked it! Fresh good portions ! We saw a fight outside lol nothing to do with the restaurant but this thing asking for 85 words

The lamb is excellent, delicious and cooked well. The Mediterranean decorations. The girls are friendly with their service.

My family and I finally decided we had put off trying this place for too long, and we're so glad we went! The food was incredible! From the rice being full of flavor to the garlic sauce being the perfect balance. Decor is beautiful and plenty of seating for large groups. There's even an outdoor seating in the back! The top mention though was the service. We had an amazing woman server who was kind, friendly and welcoming. 10/10, and we will return! I tried the Chicken Shawarma Pizza & it exceeded all expectations! read more

Golden Grill - Chicken Shawarma Pizza - Mediterranean Near Me - Clovis, California

A new restaurant in Clovis that opened recently with the original on the southwest corner of Cedar and Nees. Large selection of menu item to choose from. My wife and I shared a chicken tawook dinner that was absolutely delicious. Tender grilled chicken pieces served with bulgar, hummus, garlic dipping sauce, pita bread and salad with a grilled jalapeño. Mouth watering and filling. The service was good and courteous. A large dining area with booths and tables. Will come again to try some more dishes here. read more

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Best place for halal portions, great seasoning! Staff is kind and willing to accommodate. Ambience is more than you can imagine with great aesthetics and looks even more amazing in preparation for Ramadan read more

Food, service and ambulance were all great. I loved the French fries. I really would recommend giving them a try.

I walked into Golden Grill with high expectations. The reviews had me excited, thinking I was about to experience something truly special, just like so many others who raved about this place. Let me start with what they got right. The ambience is warm and traditional, the kind of setting that clearly reflects pride and heritage. It feels welcoming the moment you walk in. The service was excellent. Our server was attentive, always smiling, and she took the time to explain everything with care, which really stood out and made the experience feel personal. Now for the food. We ordered what many diners before us recommended: pita, hummus, roast chicken, and a few appetizers. There was no shortage of food, but the quality didn't live up to the hype. The roast chicken arrived hot, but it was dry and tasted like it had been reheated rather than freshly prepared. The hummus had an odd texture--too runny and over-blended, losing that rich, creamy balance I was hoping for. And the pita bread came out in plastic sandwich bags, which caught me completely off guard. It didn't fit the experience I was expecting. To be fair, we showed up around 2 PM, which might not have been the best timing. Maybe the kitchen wasn't at its peak. I'm willing to give Golden Grill another try, perhaps during the lunch rush or at dinner, to see if the food matches the heart and pride this place clearly has. For now, I'd say Golden Grill has a strong foundation with its atmosphere and service, but the food needs to step up to complete the experience. read more

We really liked this place! The food was tasty and had great spices that you don't get everywhere. We had the beef kebab, the shish kebab, and the Kafta kebab and they were all quite delicious. My wife even ordered the shish kebab rare and that is exactly how it came. They have bulgar as an option, which is great, but you could also get rice or fries with the meals. The prices are very reasonable and the sides you get with the specialty items are quite large. There's also a great assortment of cold and hot appetizers on the menu. The service was great, and the ambience was relaxed and authentic. We will be back. read more

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We tried this restaurant for lunch the first time with recommendations from an Armenian friend. We ordered several appetizers and our main meals featuring beef, chicken, and Kafta (seasoned ground beef and lamb ground). Everything was very tasty and delicious and I admit to overdoing the Appetizers. The bulgur wheat had a wonderful cumin/ cinnamon flavor and was nice and buttery. Our waitress Sunrise was very friendly and patient. The dining area is spacious with plenty of booth and table sitting. The lunch crowd was light and service prompt. read more

Hands down best Mediterranean food in town. I had a roommate who is originally from Saudi Arabia and he also vouched for how delicious Golden Grill is. Can't go wrong when you follow where the 'locals' eat. I'm so happy to see their business thriving and they're able to open a second location here in Clovis. Beautiful dining room with tons of space, atmosphere is very clean. The food is phenomenal! Golden Grill introduced me to Muhammara it is the most delicious dip! Think of it like a spicier and sweeter version of hummus. Literally goes with everything! Their grilled chicken has a ton of flavor and pairs nicely with their bulgur (rice substitute type of grain). This family owned businesse provides such friendly and amazing service. They're also very generous with their portions. Don't hesitate to give them a try next time you're craving Mediterranean or want to explore something new! read more

Really the best mediterranean food in Fresno, hands down! It was so authentic, everybody was super nice, and the place itself was extremely clean. Delicious read more

Golden Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Clovis, California

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This place has a solid spot in my rotation for reliable solid food. The portions are generous. I always go for the mixed grill plate for a nice variety of proteins. Food is always fresh and delicious. You can't go wrong here. Service can be a little slow depending on how busy it is but you are always taken care of well here. read more

This was an order for take out, they were closing, but took my order and very polite. Food is awesome and delicious. One of my favorite Middle Eastern restaurants if not my favorite! Thank you for your kind service and delicious food. read more

Golden Grill in Clovis is an absolute staple for us--our favourite close-to-home spot where everything is consistently fresh, hearty, and full of vibrant flavour. No matter what I order, I always add the vegetable skewers--perfectly grilled, well-seasoned, and the ideal addition to any plate. And I could go on forever about the Muhammara--a creamy, spiced red pepper and walnut spread that I end up smothering on everything. It's smoky, rich, just the right amount of heat, and completely addictive. We also love the bulgur--a warm, fluffy cracked wheat dish with a mild nutty flavour that's such a comforting and wholesome base. I often add Yalanchi (stuffed grape leaves), which are tangy, herby, and incredibly satisfying. Their hot tea is soothing and fragrant, and they offer an impressive variety of mocktails and non-alcoholic beers--some of the most refreshing I've found anywhere. And for something sweet, don't leave without trying the baklava--flaky, buttery, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of honey and spice. If you're ordering a wrap or sandwich, trust me: go with the saj instead of the pita. It's thinner, softer, and adds the perfect texture--you will thank me. Fresh ingredients, kind service, and bold Lebanese, Mediterranean flavours that never disappoint. Golden Grill is a true hidden gem we feel lucky to have nearby. read more

Reservation was easy and our food was prepared as requested. The place was very clean. The music reminds you of the Middle East. Great customer service. We will definitely go back soon. read more

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Delicious food! We ordered to go and got a variety of food and it was all delicious and very fresh! Really enjoyed this place!

11/19/24 1 Chicken Fattoush salad, Shawarma and side of Falafels ordered. The worker was kind and said it would be ready in 15-20 min. I went to get it shortly later. Arrived and it's a beautiful restaurant! Classy with plenty of seating. I told the worker and she checked in with the cooks and checked out with me. I paid for it it and she acted like she wasn't sure what she's was giving me back. I checked the receipt and started counting and realized I was missing some and she tells me once she noticed me figuring it up, Oh, I forgot the extra $5!" and handed it to me. Just be aware! Order was handed over shortly after that with a thank you! Lunchtime! Chicken Shawarma sandwich 1/2 was good! Tasty! Chicken Fattoush salad has very little chicken. 2-3 little pieces each. Salad was saturated in dressing. It had good flavor, but definitely too much....for me anyways. Falafels were Really good. Especially with the sauce included. Mother said she liked the chicken shawarma too. She said she likes the Fattoush salad, but agreed with how little chicken was in it. Same with the falafel. She brought up that only receiving one garlic sauce when two was ordered was no good. She wanted her own. Even though I had no problem giving her mine. Good service taking order and thanking after receiving order. Lunch was okay. Definitely had higher hopes it was going to be better than it was. Hit and miss, but hopeful they get better with time & experiences! read more

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Back to update after the first review, and now owners bs response. The new clovis location had hummus and beef Sharma listed at 12 dollars. They refused to honor that price listed on their website, their menus and even on grubhub. You could place the order for 12 and they denied it. They tried to charge 16 dollars. A 4 dollar increase. Again clovis location. But if you go to their cedar location. There is the exact price for the same item and they honored it. So this owner of this location is price gouging you. Again, avoid this place as they are lacking credibility of ownership. Go to the cedar location but avoid the clovis. Horrible. I went here once, and I decided to come back again. However, the second time I tried to eat here, they refused to honor the prices they had listed. They said they had just changed them, but there was nothing reflecting the change except on their side. I even placed an order on the internet, and they canceled it because that's where I found the original price, not their new, updated price. False advertising on their side. That's illegal. Absolutely horrible. This place wants to charge you 10 dollars for a cup of hummus. This is not good service, and the prices are getting out of control for just okay food. Avoid this place and go spend your money where you're going to get better food for the price. read more

The dining room is beautiful, clean, and spacious. We loved the cultural music playing in the background! My only wish was that it'd been about 3 or 4 degrees warmer. My husband kept his jacket on throughout our meal and I noticed a few other diners doing the same. Service was great. Like others, I saw the counter and assumed I'd order there, but was pleasantly surprised when I was told to "sit anywhere" and realized there was table service. Once seated, the servers were attentive and friendly. We're not familiar with Syrian or Lebanese cuisine, but the menu was very easy to read and included very clear and straightforward descriptions of what each dish was, so the menu was simple to navigate and we knew exactly what we were ordering. My husband had the shawarma chicken plate with a rice/bulgar mix and I had the beef shawarma plate with fries. Each plate comes with a choice of two cold appetizers, so we ordered different things to try them all - the fattoush salad, muhammara, hummus and tzatziki. The chicken was phenomenal! It was so tender and flavorful. The fries were also fantastic. And we loved the dips! It was the first time I've had muhammara - what a treat! The beef shawarma was a tad disappointing, it was a touch dry and seasonless, especially when compared to the super tender, super tasty chicken. Luckily, the servings are so large, we had more than enough chicken to share, and we took the beef home and I used it in a salad the next day. I didn't ask if it's an option, but I would've loved to eat all those dips with fresh veggies instead of all the carbs. We will return to dine-in to try the kebabs. And I can also see myself regularly ordering the shawarma chicken and the dips to-go so I can come home and eat it with veggies. read more

Golden Grill - Beef shawarma with fries, hummus and muhammara - Mediterranean Near Me - Clovis, California

The prices keep rising and it seems the food quality and meat portions are going down. Still good food.

Th Golden Grill sandwich is absolute heaven. My son orders it every time he comes home from college and asks us to bring one when we visit!

First time here. My Mom wasn't too keen on Mediterranean food. Smelled good as we entered the door. The smell of meats cooking on the grill was quite pleasant. There are pictures of most of the plates hung up for reference. I ordered the lamb shish kebab and Mom wanted the beef shawarma kids meal. You get to choose your cold sides. Mom had the hummus, I ordered tzatziki and muhammara, he said it was spicy. Food came out and was exceptional. Mom and I loved everything as we shared. We will return and try some of the other menu items. BTW the muhammara was delicious and had just a slight kick to it. read more

Golden Grill - Beef Shawarma Kids Meal with Hummus and Dr Pepper - Mediterranean Near Me - Clovis, California

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Haven't even finished my food yet and already leaving a 5 star review. Went to the Cedar location and the man helping me at the register was absolutely so kind. Customer service 10/10. The sandwiches are a great size for $10 and taste great! I got the chicken with rice instead of fries. Will be coming back. The shop was pretty small, about 5~ tables so we got it to go. read more

Everything was so good. Food was super fresh staff were so nice, clean area, and such a good price for the huge portions. Def recommend!

Golden Grill has always been one of my favorite places to eat. Their original location never fails--the food is full of flavor and feels truly home cooked . So when I heard they opened a second location, I was excited to try it. The good news? The food is still amazing. No problems there. But the service wasn't the same. Our server didn't make eye contact when taking our order and seemed frustrated when my partner changed her mind about a side dish. He looked like he didn't really want to be there, almost like he was thinking about something else the whole time. I understand that not everyone is used to American-style service, but even a small smile or friendly attitude can really help. The service wasn't terrible, just distant. And because the original location has such friendly staff, the difference stood out even more. That's why it isn't a 5 stars for me. Still, the food is so good that I would go again. I just hope the new location works on the service so it matches the great quality of the kitchen. read more

Great food, slow service/attention. Waters not refilled once. Forgotten about. Have been here before and usually not this way, hope they remember Every customer is important. read more

Golden Grill - Chicken kabob plate & beef sharma plate Beef Shawarma Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Clovis, California