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Came here about 20 minutes before they were about to close, and they were gracious enough to let us order! Service was great and food was great too! We got the Beef Soltani and Hook's Loaded Fries. Beef Soltani - I loved the Koobideh, it was super juicy and tender. Pretty standard flavor! The Soltani was a little less tender but still good. My go to spot for this dish is Raffi's Place, but this is a great spot to get beef Soltani as well. Flavors are spot on and portions are big. The Greek salad that came on the side was also fresh and complimented the meat. Hook's Loaded Fries - I didn't like this as much. Since I ate it after my meal, the fries got a big soggy. The gyro was okay and the sauce and cheese was okay as well. Probably wouldn't get this again since it lacked acidity. I added ketchup and it tasted better LOL! Overall, great place to get solid kabobs, I would definitely come here again if I was in the area!
Hook Kabob has wonderful Greek food. If you want it, they likely have it. The place is so cute and comfortable. You can dine there, get take away and they also deliver. We like to eat there. It is fun. The service is very friendly and they treat you like a family member. They make sure the food is right the first time and you get a goodly amount. They are famous for their kabobs, but there are other great things to have. Their salads, wraps and desserts are so good. They have great bread and their hummus is out of this world. It is so good and so fresh. You will love their salmon kabob and their and their pork ribs are just perfect. All their sides are great. You can have a little or a lot. After all, you can always take some home, it heats up so well. Enjoy.
This place is a WINNER!!!! Probably one of the best Gyros I've ever had! The pita was soft, the meat & lamb was juicy, I loved it! Very clean restaurant, and amazing service! The parking lot is a little tight but once you get a spot and come in here it'll be worth it! My buddy got the a Chicken Wrap and he said it was good, plus the fries came out nice and hot! The Kebab plates with rice looked really good but I'll probably try those next time! If you're ever in Van Nuys, this place is bomb!
My wife said she had a place for us to try for lunch. We pulled into a typical Valley strip mall. Not sure what I was getting into. We walked into a larger tgan expected and comfortabl dining room. Fortunately the A/C was on and working this August day. She ordered the gyros plate and I got the gyros wrap with a side of Dolmas. The food came quickly. I took one bite of my wrapped and immediately was wowed. It was very tasty. The gyros meat was tender and flavorful. I noticed the slices were thinner than normal and I think that is partially why the texture was so good. I remarked that the meat was less greasy than our usual Greek place. The dolmas were just as I like them. Very tasty. My wife cleaned up her gyros plate. All in all a good choice.
Had the chicken kabab as well as the filet beef kabab lunch special and it's a very good portion for the price. The fillet was very tender, chicken very, very tender and juicy. hummus and tzatziki were excellent. We had a side of the falafel which was good and especially considering the reasonable price. This is the best kabab I have found in the valley.
4/5. Went for a lunch. The service was impressive. He was quick and helpful to get our orders in. Chicken kabob and the beef kobedeh was seasoned well. It was tender/ flavorful and cooked well I love it the portion of the rice was good and it filled me up along with a small cucumber with tomato mix in a small container. Inside was clean and it was comfortable. The bread was a little dry and stiff. It would have been perfect if there was humus to go along with it soften the dryness. Parking was a little tough as it is shared by other vendors. Even street parking was by luck. I guess it depends what time you go. Over all it was good. I hope they keep this place clean and good cooking.
Stopped by on a Saturday early lunch with the parents and everyone enjoyed their entree! With picky elderly, sometimes that can be a challenge. Location: shopping strip sandwiched between other businesses. Parking: free! Just have to be patient if the lot is full. Vibe: peaceful and friendly with a TV playing in the background. Food: we ordered a variety of items, mainly vegetarian this time and it was all fresh to order. Mom got the impossible kabob with a side of hummus and baba ganoush. Dad got the vegetarian combo, FIL got kabob wrap and my husband and I shared the vegetarian combo. The falafel were delicious and everyone cleaned their plates! No leftovers and nothing thrown away. We've been back three times and the quality of the food is unmatched! We'll be back soon.
Hooked on Hook Kabob! This extensive Mediterranean eatery in Lake Balboa/Van Nuys area of Balboa Blvd / Saticoy Avenue, near the Van Nuys Airport is an incredible gem with the service, quality and care to match that hidden shine. I've been hearing nothing but great things since they opened up their doors a full year ago today. Being in a shared plaza lot with other cool places, it's amazing that H.K. is number one for sure! You can order takeout, delivery (via third-party apps) or inside and they serve you up your delish on a dish food flare fair. From cool kabobs to salads, sides, wraps, gyros, plates, desserts, bowls, family meals and lunch specials... They've got a lot! Plant-based options for sure with loads of vegetarian, vegan and even some gluten-free by default options. Impossible Kabobs are juicy, flavorful and tender. I wasn't expecting them to be so well made the first time I had them and now I just can't get enough. Incredible Falafel, Tabbouleh, Dolmas, Tahini, Basmati Rice (with Saffron of course) and smoky Baba Ghanoush. They also do some fun things with their golden crispy fries, including loaded style, gyro, garlic and classic/plain. Free Wi-Fi. Great decor. Fair amount of seating. It's clean, modern and has an inviting layout. Fountain-style beverages with Coca-Cola-based varieties, not to mention teas and water. Some bottles and cans as well (Celsius, Kevita, Yachak Organic Yerba Mate and Bundaberg varieties to name a few). Hook accepts most forms of payment including a lot of tap and digital cash apps. Open 7 days a week from 11 AM to 9 PM, 8 PM on Sundays.
I am on a quest to find the best kabob in Los Angeles. I decided to try this restaurant after passing by this location several times in my way home. You order from the counter and fountain drinks are refillable. Hook Kabob is located in a small strip mall. The restaurant is nice and clean. Plus, the staff was friendly. The average plate was approximately $30. The food was flavorful and they give you healthy portions. Solid location.
This is my second time here in the last month. I came back to bring a friend as I really enjoyed it the first time. I like that things are made fresh here with good quality ingredients. I got the chicken plate and a side of fries. It came with plenty of food for two small meals (though I enjoyed it so much that I ate it all in one.) The chicken is tender and moist, the salad is fresh and filled with quality veggies. Their garlic sauce is delicious, and all of it tasted great with the hot sauce added. The fries were well seasoned and crisp but fluffy on the inside. I previously had their falafel which is crispy and freshly fried to order. Parking can be tight depending on the day. I will for sure be going back!
Came by for take out gyro fries $16. It was packed well and even eating at home 20 mins later the fries and gyro was still warm and good complement to the dressing. It's quite filling. Make sure to activate the Yelp check in offer; it was a very generous portion of chicken! There's a decent sized parking lot, for SFV strip mall standards.
Hook Kabob is located in a small plaza. There is a decent amount of parking. And it isn't as tight as other places. The inside is nice and really clean with plenty of seating. I like how there are a lot of space between tables. I got the Gyro plate. It comes with a mix of beef and lamb, tzatziki sauce, rice, roasted pepper and tomato and pita. It was so good! And came with free lollipops. It was a few dollars more than my usual place. But you really get what you paid for. Seriously, the meat was so good and the rice was moist and not dry. I look forward to trying the rest of the menu, which by the way was clear and had big pictures for all the plates. Good but also makes it hard to choose because they all look good! Oh and they have a nice variety of desserts. The owner Arnby (I think thats how its spelled?) was really nice. He explained how the've been around since pre pandemic. And I can see why. This place rocks and deserves the local support! I need to come back to try the Hook fries and Bowl Madness! Thank you for the delicious meal Hook Kabob!
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20 days ago
if youre ordering the greek gyro expecting two gyro like in the photo they provided, its actually only one youll be getting. A bit misleading. Now my two daughters had to split the gyros and I gotta find them more food to order elsewhere. Update. Non sense... if i order 4 pc nugget, im not expecting the other two pcs to be show cased as a product. your gyro was half the size compared to other places. I was being nice when I called to confirm and suggested you update the photo. But you turned it into a religion thing and raised your voice and said I should speak to my god about the review. Very unproffesional. I never once said your food was delicious. I told you twice the food was "just okay". dont twist my words on here. You should speak to your god about that. Not sure what all the hype was about on here until I dug deeper into the reviews. I realized its not for everyone unless you want to boast a review for a chance to win free food in a raffle. read more
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1 month ago
Came here about 20 minutes before they were about to close, and they were gracious enough to let us order! Service was great and food was great too! We got the Beef Soltani and Hook's Loaded Fries. Beef Soltani - I loved the Koobideh, it was super juicy and tender. Pretty standard flavor! The Soltani was a little less tender but still good. My go to spot for this dish is Raffi's Place, but this is a great spot to get beef Soltani as well. Flavors are spot on and portions are big. The Greek salad that came on the side was also fresh and complimented the meat. Hook's Loaded Fries - I didn't like this as much. Since I ate it after my meal, the fries got a big soggy. The gyro was okay and the sauce and cheese was okay as well. Probably wouldn't get this again since it lacked acidity. I added ketchup and it tasted better LOL! Overall, great place to get solid kabobs, I would definitely come here again if I was in the area! read more
4 months ago
Hook Kabob has wonderful Greek food. If you want it, they likely have it. The place is so cute and comfortable. You can dine there, get take away and they also deliver. We like to eat there. It is fun. The service is very friendly and they treat you like a family member. They make sure the food is right the first time and you get a goodly amount. They are famous for their kabobs, but there are other great things to have. Their salads, wraps and desserts are so good. They have great bread and their hummus is out of this world. It is so good and so fresh. You will love their salmon kabob and their and their pork ribs are just perfect. All their sides are great. You can have a little or a lot. After all, you can always take some home, it heats up so well. Enjoy. read more
This place is a WINNER!!!! Probably one of the best Gyros I've ever had! The pita was soft, the meat & lamb was juicy, I loved it! Very clean restaurant, and amazing service! The parking lot is a little tight but once you get a spot and come in here it'll be worth it! My buddy got the a Chicken Wrap and he said it was good, plus the fries came out nice and hot! The Kebab plates with rice looked really good but I'll probably try those next time! If you're ever in Van Nuys, this place is bomb! read more
My wife said she had a place for us to try for lunch. We pulled into a typical Valley strip mall. Not sure what I was getting into. We walked into a larger tgan expected and comfortabl dining room. Fortunately the A/C was on and working this August day. She ordered the gyros plate and I got the gyros wrap with a side of Dolmas. The food came quickly. I took one bite of my wrapped and immediately was wowed. It was very tasty. The gyros meat was tender and flavorful. I noticed the slices were thinner than normal and I think that is partially why the texture was so good. I remarked that the meat was less greasy than our usual Greek place. The dolmas were just as I like them. Very tasty. My wife cleaned up her gyros plate. All in all a good choice. read more
Had the chicken kabab as well as the filet beef kabab lunch special and it's a very good portion for the price. The fillet was very tender, chicken very, very tender and juicy. hummus and tzatziki were excellent. We had a side of the falafel which was good and especially considering the reasonable price. This is the best kabab I have found in the valley. read more
4/5. Went for a lunch. The service was impressive. He was quick and helpful to get our orders in. Chicken kabob and the beef kobedeh was seasoned well. It was tender/ flavorful and cooked well I love it the portion of the rice was good and it filled me up along with a small cucumber with tomato mix in a small container. Inside was clean and it was comfortable. The bread was a little dry and stiff. It would have been perfect if there was humus to go along with it soften the dryness. Parking was a little tough as it is shared by other vendors. Even street parking was by luck. I guess it depends what time you go. Over all it was good. I hope they keep this place clean and good cooking. read more
11 months ago
Stopped by on a Saturday early lunch with the parents and everyone enjoyed their entree! With picky elderly, sometimes that can be a challenge. Location: shopping strip sandwiched between other businesses. Parking: free! Just have to be patient if the lot is full. Vibe: peaceful and friendly with a TV playing in the background. Food: we ordered a variety of items, mainly vegetarian this time and it was all fresh to order. Mom got the impossible kabob with a side of hummus and baba ganoush. Dad got the vegetarian combo, FIL got kabob wrap and my husband and I shared the vegetarian combo. The falafel were delicious and everyone cleaned their plates! No leftovers and nothing thrown away. We've been back three times and the quality of the food is unmatched! We'll be back soon. read more
4 days ago
1 year ago
Hooked on Hook Kabob! This extensive Mediterranean eatery in Lake Balboa/Van Nuys area of Balboa Blvd / Saticoy Avenue, near the Van Nuys Airport is an incredible gem with the service, quality and care to match that hidden shine. I've been hearing nothing but great things since they opened up their doors a full year ago today. Being in a shared plaza lot with other cool places, it's amazing that H.K. is number one for sure! You can order takeout, delivery (via third-party apps) or inside and they serve you up your delish on a dish food flare fair. From cool kabobs to salads, sides, wraps, gyros, plates, desserts, bowls, family meals and lunch specials... They've got a lot! Plant-based options for sure with loads of vegetarian, vegan and even some gluten-free by default options. Impossible Kabobs are juicy, flavorful and tender. I wasn't expecting them to be so well made the first time I had them and now I just can't get enough. Incredible Falafel, Tabbouleh, Dolmas, Tahini, Basmati Rice (with Saffron of course) and smoky Baba Ghanoush. They also do some fun things with their golden crispy fries, including loaded style, gyro, garlic and classic/plain. Free Wi-Fi. Great decor. Fair amount of seating. It's clean, modern and has an inviting layout. Fountain-style beverages with Coca-Cola-based varieties, not to mention teas and water. Some bottles and cans as well (Celsius, Kevita, Yachak Organic Yerba Mate and Bundaberg varieties to name a few). Hook accepts most forms of payment including a lot of tap and digital cash apps. Open 7 days a week from 11 AM to 9 PM, 8 PM on Sundays. read more
I am on a quest to find the best kabob in Los Angeles. I decided to try this restaurant after passing by this location several times in my way home. You order from the counter and fountain drinks are refillable. Hook Kabob is located in a small strip mall. The restaurant is nice and clean. Plus, the staff was friendly. The average plate was approximately $30. The food was flavorful and they give you healthy portions. Solid location. read more
2 months ago
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This is my second time here in the last month. I came back to bring a friend as I really enjoyed it the first time. I like that things are made fresh here with good quality ingredients. I got the chicken plate and a side of fries. It came with plenty of food for two small meals (though I enjoyed it so much that I ate it all in one.) The chicken is tender and moist, the salad is fresh and filled with quality veggies. Their garlic sauce is delicious, and all of it tasted great with the hot sauce added. The fries were well seasoned and crisp but fluffy on the inside. I previously had their falafel which is crispy and freshly fried to order. Parking can be tight depending on the day. I will for sure be going back! read more
Came by for take out gyro fries $16. It was packed well and even eating at home 20 mins later the fries and gyro was still warm and good complement to the dressing. It's quite filling. Make sure to activate the Yelp check in offer; it was a very generous portion of chicken! There's a decent sized parking lot, for SFV strip mall standards. read more
Hook Kabob is located in a small plaza. There is a decent amount of parking. And it isn't as tight as other places. The inside is nice and really clean with plenty of seating. I like how there are a lot of space between tables. I got the Gyro plate. It comes with a mix of beef and lamb, tzatziki sauce, rice, roasted pepper and tomato and pita. It was so good! And came with free lollipops. It was a few dollars more than my usual place. But you really get what you paid for. Seriously, the meat was so good and the rice was moist and not dry. I look forward to trying the rest of the menu, which by the way was clear and had big pictures for all the plates. Good but also makes it hard to choose because they all look good! Oh and they have a nice variety of desserts. The owner Arnby (I think thats how its spelled?) was really nice. He explained how the've been around since pre pandemic. And I can see why. This place rocks and deserves the local support! I need to come back to try the Hook fries and Bowl Madness! Thank you for the delicious meal Hook Kabob! read more
3 months ago
1 year ago
When someone told me that the food was fantastic I was doubtful that it could be THAT good but boy was I wrong. We went for lunch and they had lunch special which made it even better. Order at the counter and they bring the food to you. The protein is made fresh and wow was it super tasty. I ordered the beef kubideh with rice and two sides. The hummus was one of my sides and I could just eat this with pita it was so good. The portion size was very generous and the beef delicious. Add hot sauce and sumac and it's a blast of flavor in each bite. Staff is very friendly and helpful with any recommendations or explanations of their menu. Restaurant has many tables and is very clean. read more
8 months ago
Probably the best chicken Kebobs I have ever had. The Spicy chicken is . Good stuff, could eat here every day. read more
8 months ago
I stopped by this small restaurant and was really impressed! The place is spotless -- everything feels well cared for and comfortable. The staff were friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The food was delicious, fresh, and nicely presented, and the prices were very reasonable for the quality. It's the kind of spot that makes you want to come back regularly. Highly recommend if you're looking for a clean, cozy place with great food and good value! read more
2 months ago
1 year ago
Took my godfather here for lunch. He hadn't had kabob so i was excited for him to try it, he did like his boneless lamb and i got chicken and beef. The "hot sauce" is not so hot it reminded me of a very very mild buffalo sauce, good but not hot/spicy. The rice was also a bit of a let down as it was not authentic saffron rice, they just sprayed/poured over a "saffron like sauce" definitely not the taste im used to when i hear saffron rice. At the end of the day it was a good experience as the place is designed very modernly. read more
1 year ago
11 months ago
Me and my husband found this place very randomly and we gave it a try . Place was clean . Staff were friendly and the best part was food that made it with love .We ordered chicken soltani and beef vaziri both were delicious soft and buttery. I do recommend this place . read more
11 months ago
Inside of the restaurant was very clean and well kept and the cashier that was helping me was very friendly and talkative. Menu was super easy to understand due to the photos showing what comes in each plate. I ordered the #4 with extra bread on the side. While the bread was pretty thin it was still extremely good. Rice was extremely soft with a good amount of flavor. Fries were cooked perfectly and they didn't skimp out on either. One stick of chicken and one of beef along with everything else will definitely be enough to keep me full for the rest of the day. My only complaint is that you have to buy hummus on the side. For a 23$ price tag there should be some included. Overall I would definitely recommend and will be coming here again. read more
7 months ago
The food is absolutely amazing! Some of the best kabobs in the valley. Portion size is lined up with the price. You actually get a lot of food so I'd say more than enough! I had the #10 (bakhtiyari) and my lady had the #7 pork ribs. The chicken on my plate was so tender and juicy but the steak was by far the best with that scrumptious grill taste. The rice is nice and fluffy with tons of flavor. The little shirazi salad you get on the side tasted crisp and fresh. The food was so good after I was stuffed I felt bad for not eating my entire plate! I messed up and ordered the wrong item and the cashier was super nice and pleasant. She gave me a refund for my mistake and ordered what I wanted. The chef didn't seem bothered at all that he had to take the mistake off the grill. Very nice people. The place is neat and clean. Very contemporary style not old and musty like some of the other places in the valley. I'm from Thousand Oaks and was driving through when I decided to stop. It's a ways out of my neighborhood but, we will be back! Awesome food great service! Highly recommend you won't be disappointed! read more
1 year ago
I got the chicken plate as a special. $15.99 for 4 small pieces of chicken, rice, one grilled tomato, one grilled jalapeño and a small cup of Shirazi salad (and a soggy thin pita buried under the chicken). The chicken was tasty and moist, but there were only four pieces. Shirazi salad was fresh but small. Tons tons tons of rice, more than half the food on the plate was rice, and it came with two measly vegetables. I like the flavors but the value was very low with such a small amount of protein and an enormous amount of rice. Hopefully they straighten this out. I can make yummy plate of rice at home for $1.00. read more
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One of the best places yo eat in Van Nuys. Great fresh healthy food. Great portions for a good price. Highly recommended read more
10 months ago
great ppl great service great food definitely becoming a regular I had the salmon the way I wanted no rice just salad so so delicious read more
1 year ago
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Thanks Christopher— we respect your opinion.…
1 year ago
Another good meal, however the beef kabob was tough, hard to chew. First time I've had this happen in the six times I've eaten here recently read more
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Thanks for sharing your experience; we can't wait to serve you again.
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