Went here based on a recommendation from a friend. Generally…read moreit was excellent. Food was really good and really affordable.. Service was phenomenal. My only criticism was that they share a bathroom with the whole building and you have to go into a hallway and a locked area to access it. I really dislike paying for services and finding out you need to share the bathroom with a bunch of other people. We decided to have the Lotus Family Platter and for 65 dollars, you really can't find a more filling, delicous meal on Whyte Ave. It came with 5 skewers of koobideh (grilled lamb and beef kababs), 2 chicken kababs, platter of saffron rice, grilled tomatoes, and salad. Everything was delish. I also loved the complementary tea that they served, which is based on such a rich hospitality that this culture has. We also had saffron ice cream which was delish and I tried a basil seed drink (which they call sherberts) which was lovely. Definitely give it a try. Hopefully if they do well so they can have a stand alone restaurant with their own bathroom!

We stopped in today and had a really wonderful experience. From the moment we arrived, the owners…read morewere incredibly warm and hospitable. They made us feel genuinely welcome and even offered us a complimentary tea, which was such a thoughtful touch. The food was excellent. We ordered a Persian meal with grilled kebab, rice, fresh salad, and roasted vegetables. Everything was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully prepared. The rice was perfectly cooked, the meat was tender and well-seasoned, and the sides complemented the dish really well. The atmosphere was calm and comfortable, making it a great place to sit down and enjoy a proper meal. You can really tell the owners care about their guests and take pride in what they serve. Overall, it was a fantastic experience -- great food, kind service, clean and a welcoming environment. We'll definitely be coming back.

We went here for a quick bite before going to a seminar. It is beautiful inside. I love all of the…read moreIslamic style lanterns inside. Menu has so many different options but it doesn't fall far from grilled meat, rice, fresh salad, fries and warm puffy pita bread with hummus and tzatziki. Food was excellent. My husband went with the Sultan Kafta Plate Five patties served white rice, hummus, garlic, salad, fries, and one pita bread. While I went with the Beef Lamb Shawarma Plate Served with white rice, hummus, garlic, salad, fries, and one pita bread. I always get a tea here, because it is lovely and strong. Food came in a fast manner, and everything was fresh. My husband wasn't too thrilled with the spice profile of the Sultan Kafta plate, and probably won't get it again. He will probably stick with something with stronger notes like the Adana Kabab (my favourite). I enjoyed mine and the meat was plentiful. We are always too full to try dessert, but they look good in the display case. Service was friendly and prompt.

Its good ill say and they are very nice the people who work there and the food is high qualityread more

I would give this place six stars if I could. The food was superb, and the service was excellent…read more My favorite was the Best Kafta Kebab. They treated us like we were their college kids who'd come home for Thanksgiving. We left stuffed and happy.

Best Kebab really does live up to its name, but my favorite was the mixed shawarma. Everything from…read morethe hummus to the shawarma, fries and salad were delicious. The Turkish coffee is traditional and perfectly brewed. The staff was really great and we got complimentary tea at the end. Definitely one of the best Turkish spots we've ever tried.

We got take out from Istanbul Kebab and Donair and we loved it. I love middle eastern food but I…read morewanted to try something a little different. The lahmajun had fresh ingredients including meat, garlic and spices. It was simple but very tasty. The side salad was fresh and complimented everything well. The star of the show was the beyti kebab. It has a combination of minced lamb and beef rolled in flatbread with a red sauce on top. You can dip this in a side yogurt dip as well. There wasn't a lot of sauce but it was very flavorful. We really loved this dish and would love to go to the restaurant in person at some point to try out more dishes.

Amazing food, delightfully and expertly seasoned. I've never eaten-in but have had take-out several…read moretimes. The servings are substantial. We've had lamb kabob, lamb chops, chicken thighs, all with rice, salad, bread, and hummus; savory, tender, crisp, soft and creamy are just a few of the tastes and textures. The Shepherd's salad is crunchy, herbaceous and tangy, it compliments all the other dishes

We were glad we chose this place. The lady owner is very friendly and nice. Food is really good…read morewith a fair amount. She treated us their lentil soup while we waited for the main courses. Definitely will recommend this place and wish them all the best.

Definitely my go-to! I'm always satisfied when visiting Kabaji. The serving size is huge and you'll…read moredefinitely feel full and satisfied. Their kebabs are flavourful and juicy. And the soups are delicious. Plus, the owners are so kind and generous and a delight to have a conversation with. 10/10 would recommend!

Lamb shank was great, very flavourful and tender. It's served on the side of a very seasoned and…read morecolourful rice. The chicken kebab platter was a bit plain as the rice had very little flavor. Red tea was nice and hot and the service was good. We also had the deep-fried eggplant and a phyllo pastry filled with spinach and feta (similar to spanakopita) as appetizers. Both were delicious. I would recommend this place but the rice that had the seasoning was much more flavourful than the plain rice so I would keep that in mind.

The best Persian food you can find in Edmonton! The quality…read moreand value are both great. The food is delicious and comparable with best restaurants in Iran and to be honest, I haven't had Persian food in North America with this quality and taste. The customer service is always the best and the staff are friendly and helpful. The place is beautiful and big and great for gathering. This is one of my favourite restaurants in YEG and I highly recommend it

Had the Chicken Biryani and the Afghani style rice with lamb. Both were amazing! Also, service was…read moregreat.

Peshawari Lamb Karahi and Chapli Kabab…read more Good food for halal option in Edmonton. Will try other things next time,

Great food, friendly service, good price..Nice decor. I definitely will come back again. Best…read moreshawarma in Edmonton!!

Parking in the communal parking lot. No one else was in…read more12-1:30pm Friday. Waitress was super friendly. Menu is very clear. Great pictures. #1: I didn't like the flavoring of the meat. Fries were fresh, salad was fresh, rice was fine. Hummus was good and garlic sauce as good. Free Ezme and fresh bread - 10/10 would order as it was delicious. Friends got #12 and we're happy with their flavors. Free tea at the end was a lovely touch and very welcome. Didn't have room for dessert this time but will be back to try as they sound so unique!

This place was recommended to me, so I checked it out during the pandemic and stopped by for…read moretake-away. Tried the chicken tikka kebab and the veggie samosas. They were both delicious but the samosas were particularly good, and the fries they were with were also fantastic, hot and crispy. The restaurant was sadly empty with all the seating put away due to the shut down, but the proprietor was very carefully checking vaccine status of everyone who came by, even to pick up food. He was very sad about the pandemic; sounds as if they're really struggling, and have lost a lot of money during all the shut downs. I recommend giving this place a try and supporting a local business if you're in the mood for samosas or similar!

Afghan Chopan Kebab is another place that doesn't get much, if any, of the limelight. It blows my…read moremind how so many hidden gems are in town, yet every time I go to one, it's empty. This visit back in the summer was no different. Maybe because it was an early Tuesday evening? No clue. I love what they've done to the front as there's now a couple tables outside to sit and enjoy the food. I kind of wish that this faced the back of the building instead of the front where all you get to see is the endless amount of cars zooming by but that's beside the point. It's awesome to be able to sit outside now. The menu's have got a nice upgrade since my original visit. Love how there's an accompanied picture for each dish. - Spinach boulany ($9.95) - whole wheat crust stuffed with spinach and spices. Pan fried and served with yogurt and dry mint. These could have been a bit more crispy but the inside was flavourful and nicely stuffed with spinach. - Kebab platter ($39.99) - a mixed variety of skewers of chicken, beef and seekh kebabs. Two patties of chaplee kebab and three pieces of chicken legs marinated with herbs and special spices. Comes with a small rice and fries. The description fails to mention it also comes with a side of salad AND samosa's. Huge amount of food. Come hungry, really hungry. I believe the kebab platter (regularly $45.95) is on special Monday and Tuesday, which is an incredibly good deal. What can I say about the kebab platter that I haven't said before? Delicious, aromatic rice. Crispy fries worth eating. Meat on meat on meat. Seriously, you'll be carnivored out by the time you finish with this platter. My only wish is that they gave more of the accompanied sauces, but you can always ask for more. - Fresh fruit - we wanted to try their baghlava but they were out for the day. Our waiter/the owner was the nicest guy and brought out some fresh fruit and a dessert instead (almost like a custard/rice pudding). A nice mix of pineapple, grapes and honeydew. The honeydew wasn't ripen enough but c'est la vie. Next time you're in Chinatown and looking for a new place to eat, give ACK a go. Delicious.

It was youngest's birthday and she loves French fries. So on her birthday we try to take her to a…read morenonconventional place for this especially because the rest of the family would like to eat something other than French fries (go figure). This place is tucked away in a strip mall in the north end. Pretty basic on the inside, but clean. It is a little confusing though, because they hand you the menus, and then they don't say that you needed to go up to order. We figured this out, but another couple left and I think it was I think that they thought they were not being served. Thorough menu but no real vegatarian options (just salad and hummus). I was surprised that there wasn't a falafel dish. Anyway, Hubby decided on the Iraqi kabobs, kiddo 1 went with a chicken shamarma wrap, and I chose the grilled fish. Birthday girl got the fries. Food came out a bit on the slow side, but it was really busy in there. Food was flavourful. My husband and I got a complimentary soup which was rich in taste. My fish was perfectly grilled, and it came with a boatload of seasoned rice. Hubby's kababs were spicy and delicious and came with the same rice as I but also a side salad and hummus and pita. I sampled the hummus and it was delicous. Nice and creamy. Both kids were excited about their dishes. Perhaps a little on the high side for price considering the ambiance, but food was good. I would come here again.

Kabsa is easily the best kabab-house in Edmonton! I have been to many of them in YEG, and have…read morefound not only do they serve easily the most flavourful food, but they also include extremely generous proportions. My fiancé and I typically share one order of chicken kabab as there is plenty of food for us. Their rice really stands out, which is so crucial when it is the base of this genre of cuisine. It has so much zest! The meals include delicious humus, and kebab-shop sauce (white garlic sauce). Further they have an unreal delicious salad included, which is particularly appreciated considering most shops put little to no effort into an included salad due to it not being the main dish. The attention to detail from the team at Kabsa is fabulous. Could not be happier having found my new summer-time staple!