The food was good I ordered an entree and protein which was the salad bowl with chicken shawarma…read more The salad is romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes and cucumber. The chicken is very well seasoned and has a crisp to it. Service was quick and the ambiance is calm. Will come again

This wasn't my original choice but it was nearby. The menu is large with seemingly something for…read moreeveryone. I ordered via the touchscreen kiosk and got 2 falafel veggie plates. You can choose protein, toppings, carb and sauces. The plate came with 5 very dry falafels. The rest of the plate was lettuce and rice with sauce. Nothing amazing but just ok. I didn't like when you go to the payment screen they automatically include tip in the total for to go order. The service was whatever from the younger guy working.

Food: this place is just okay. It has that authentic vibe where you think the food is going to be…read morelow key bomb. If you need a Mediterranean fix and you're in the area, sure. I got the tikka combo which involves skewered lamb and chicken over rice. There's some hummus, a big piece of bread, and a salad involved. Overall, I thought everything could have been more flavorful. While I'm a sauce man, if a place doesn't beg me to ask for sauce or add more, I'm pretty impressed. Further, the lamb was kind of tough. Perhaps, some of the other items could be better. They seem to have some nice baked good options. I guess the $ is competitive, but for $20+ for an entree and soda... Service: order at the register. Not too much conversation involved. Maybe about 4 tables available to dine in.

My Sacramento coworker took us here for lunch. He mentioned something about them winning some…read moreaward for one of the best sandwiches in the Sacramento area. They are located inside a Mediterranean market. We ordered from the bakery, but, paid over in the market. I got their beef shawarma sandwich, while my coworkers went with the chicken. It took a few minutes before our sandwiches were done. The sandwich was big and a very good value for the price they charge. The problem I had was with the meat as it was very gristly. The beef was marinated well, and came with tomatoes and onions. They were okay. I can't complain much as the price was very reasonable.

The visit to Sactown Kabobs was not planned. I just happened to be in the area where I knew there…read morewere a lot of Middle East restaurants. I decided to visit the restaurant based on Yelp rating. I normally don't select a restaurant because of the rating. I decide based on the menu. Their menu definitely got me interested. The food was very good. Upon recommendations from the cashier, I selected their Chicken Combo which had chicken and beef. I was happy that they offered between chicken breast and thigh meat. I also ordered à la carte of the Shish, lamb shank, chicken souvlaki, and Koobideh (ground beef). The different kabobs were seasoned well. The Shish is cubed beef kabob. They will cook it to your preference. I chose medium rare and it was cooked to my liking. The meal came with rice, pita bread (sorry if it's called something else) and hummus. I should have asked if the meats came with some type of sauce. Over, my kids and I enjoyed the flavor of the meats. The shank was very tender and fall off the bone as described by the menu. I loved that the restaurant is family owned, not something like a restaurant group. The restaurant is clean and the staffs are friendly. It is family friendly.

The food was authentic and very delicious! The portion size is good because one combo plate can…read moreliterally feed two people. We will definitely go back!

The Qabali I had here was soooooo good, I got totally…read morehooked and fell in love with Afghan food! I looked into making it myself (checked some websites and YouTube), but it's actually pretty tricky and takes a lot of effort. Luckily, I can get delicious, authentic Qabali here for just $16‼ It even comes with a big lamb chop and Chapati naan on the side. Totally worth it! Also, everyone here (both staff and customers) is warm and friendly. When we didn't know how to pronounce some of the menu items at first, they kindly helped us out! :)

2nd time here got the bolani and qabali. The man at the front counter is super friendly and always…read moregives such great service. The food is amazing you can actually eat in the back where there are chairs and tables set up. The portions of the bolani can probably feed 3-4 people. My wife and I didn't finish the qabali. We also ordered some naan bread, it's the zie of a pizza and only a $1.30 each. If they were closer I'd get the qabali every week.

Extremely tasty and fresh food. Portion sizes are excellent and serving sizes are large for what…read moreyou pay. Hard to find a better deal for better food locally. The food comes out fast although there can be a bit of a wait to get to order. The line for the market is shared with the deli counter so during peak hours you can wait a bit before placing your order. The interior is welcoming and the small eating area in the corner of the store is sparsely decorated but has everything you need. This is a hidden gem, come grab a sandwich on their fresh made diamond bread or a combo plate and you will absolutely not regret it!

delicious deli style counter that has great lunch plates & sandwiches to order! service is very…read morequick and they offer catering! the grocery section is vast and has a lot of teas, produce, meats dairy, everything! only a few spaces for parking in front. i recommend just to try some new snacks!

The place is a hidden gem in midtown. I have been looking for a good Persian spot and I found it…read more The hummus is outstanding. The service was great. Even though they had a full house when we arrived, we were greeted and sat quickly. The food was beyond what I expected. Fresh and unique flavors. Will be back for sure.

Maydoon is one of my favorite date-night spots whenever I'm in Sacramento. The atmosphere is warm…read moreand inviting, the staff provides great service, and the overall vibe makes it a perfect place to enjoy a relaxed evening together. Our go-to order is the chicken and beef koobideh, along with the dip trio featuring kashk-e bademjan and mast-o-khiar. The kabobs are consistently juicy, tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The kashk-e bademjan is especially good--it is rich, smooth, and practically melts in your mouth. Everything tastes fresh, and our usual dishes have never disappointed us. The restaurant is also located in a good area, although parking can be a little challenging depending on when you arrive. That small inconvenience is worth it for the quality of the food, attentive service, and enjoyable atmosphere. I highly recommend Maydoon for a date night or anyone looking for fresh, flavorful Persian food in Sacramento.

So this spot looks like a mini grocery store but they actually serve food here as well. I wanted to…read moretry this spot out based on the Yelp reviews but sadly this didn't measure up to par for me. There is no hint of the Madar Restaurant previous reviewers mentioned. When I was here, there was a young man at the register who also made the food. Daughter got a chicken kebab which she enjoyed and I got some sort of "burger." It was supposed to come with an egg to boot. I got the order to go. The order took quite a bit of time which gave me the opportunity to see the interesting grocery store items: various loose leaf teas, spices, refrigerated gulab jamun, it was all very fascinating. Once home, unwrapping my "burger" it was more like a huge wrap with a type of flatbread consisting mostly of fries and salad mix with a few pieces of chicken. No egg to speak of. I ended up throwing out 80% of it. Maybe there was a language barrier? In any case I don't think I'll be returning.

I've always been a huge fan of Halal food and in this case, their dishes are of unique Afghan…read morecuisine. This takes me to the Arden-Arcade neighborhood of Sacramento where I had the opportunity to check out "Tolo Market & Restaurant". Located directly on Marconi Ave. and adjacent to busy Fulton Ave., this place has been doing double duty by being a small dedicated store (specializing in unique perishable goods for purchase) as well as a full-on Afghan-fusion menu. Considering they opened in early-2020 (while making it through the pandemic), I will say that this place survived the worst of the worst. I ended up dining here solo and arrived during the afternoon of Sunday 6/29/2025 at around 2:45pm. Since this wasn't a busy area which neighbors a Domino's Pizza and a dental office (which was closed), I parked directly outside of the business. Upon entry, there were no customers at the time but two employees (one of which I believe was the owner). Additionally, the market area had a ton of unique spices, sauces, and many other food items that are for sale. As for the menu itself (which also goes by "Madar Afghan-Food & Bakery", it was quite eclectic as their influence on the Persian/Halal dishes was quite apparent. Here, you will see a variety of samosa dishes, Bolani, kebabs, Naanwich, Halal fries, and unique desserts. Since this was my first time, I ended up going with a fan favorite, their "Chapli Burger". This was an interesting twist on a burger which uses spiced Pakistani meat complete with green chutney, herbed yogurt, lettuce and tomatoes on a soft sesame seed bun. I ordered the combo which included a side of their "Baked Masala Fries" and a refreshingly delicious "Salaam Cola" (which is no sugar for the carb-conscious). The entire time it took for them to prepare my burger & fries only took about 9 minutes. As shown in the photos I provided, the burger itself had a wonderful presentation. The meat was tender, juicy, and seasoned to perfection which utilizes subtle hints of Pakistani spices. The yogurt dressing provided a cool refreshing balance while the tomatoes were cool and crunchy. My fries also had a very crispy and well seasoned taste while the cola was delicious and hit the spot on a somewhat warm summer day. All in all, "Tolo Market & Restaurant" exceeded my expectations. Don't let the no-frills look of this place fool you because they really put out some excellent flavor in the place. The service was amazing while the prices of their entire menu was very reasonable. Best of all, they have very decent hours being opened for business Sun-Thu from 9am-9pm and Fri-Sat from 9am-10pm. With that said and done, I am giving this place a perfect five-star rating.

Famous Kabob is a great Sacramento spot for fresh, flavorful Persian food. The chicken and beef…read morekoobideh are always a solid choice. The kabobs are juicy, tender, well-seasoned, and cooked just right. The rice is fluffy and pairs perfectly with the meat, while the house salad adds a fresh balance to the plate. The Shirazi salad is another must-order. It tastes light and refreshing and complements the kabobs without overpowering them. Everything works well together, from the flavorful meat and rice to the crisp salads. The service is good, and the atmosphere is comfortable for a casual lunch or dinner. Famous Kabob is a dependable choice when I'm craving a satisfying Persian meal, and I would definitely recommend it.

We haven't been to a Kabob restaurant since becoming vegan…read more Famous kabob has a great selection of items for vegans including "Impossible Koobideh." The food was very tasty and our server was very nice. The restaurant feels authentic and is very clean and elegant. Parking lot was full but we were able to get parking across the street. Overall great experience and will come again.