Ordered lunch here and WOW. Everything was delicious. Food quality was excellent. We had the beef/lamb wrap and the lamb plate. Also ordered some baklava. This place is definitely on our list to return to. Service is SO friendly too!! read more

Went to Lazeez kitchen for lunch after reading all the good reviews. The restaurant was empty with one family before me ordering. I ordered the lamb and beef platter. It took like 25 mins only to find out they made it for Togo and it's just sitting there, not a problem mistakes happen. The meat was juicy and flavorful, the salad had lettuce , onion and one baby tomatoes but a lot of olives. Maybe they do it this way. The place is clean and tidy. I will try this place again sometime read more

Lazeez Kitchen - Beef and lamb platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakland, California

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Catering services has always been a pleasure with online ordering and call ahead for large groups. Love the falafels and the sharma chicken and rice. Salads are always a hit with arugula only my favorite or mixed greens. Large party trays with chicken, beef and falafels. Cannot do without the falafels some of the best. Beware for those who are spice sensitive the garlic yogurt is very spicy or just me lol. Definitely give a try and support local businesses! read more

Lazeez Kitchen - Toppings and salads - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakland, California

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I came here for dinner with my friends and it was pretty delicious! I ordered the plate and it didn't disappoint. The meat was in the saltier side but the rice and side salad balanced it out. I liked eating each piece of meat with some salad in the same bite. It was a balanced bite that I found to be so delicious. My friends ordered a wrap and soup. They also said it was delicious. The restaurant was brightly lit and appeared very clean. Great service and a good place to go if you're nearby. read more

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Enjoyed the food here. Restaurant is clean and the service was really nice. It was a peaceful vibe. Kinda made me feel like I was in Brooklyn, NY honestly. Although the area is sketchy, it has a sense of warmth and welcome inside. I took off a star because the place was not crowded at all and our food was not rushed out (Good thing), but once it did come the rice was cold. However, the issue was immediately rectified. I had the chicken plate and my wife had the lamb plate. Very very very delicious. The portion size was nice. She also got the fresh fruit juice (Mango). That was good too. We will go back again. I really loved the atmosphere and the food. read more

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Wow this food is so good. We went on a Saturday for an early lunch around 11am. The chicken and rice plate was amazing. Tender juicy chicken and whatever rub or marinade on it is incredible. The ladies that helped us were fantastic. Honestly the best chicken and rice I have had in the Bay Area. AND I didn't care for the hot sauce at all. It's all about the rice and chicken. Hot sauce has almost a brine type taste to it. Olives would be my guess. Different but not my speed. Didn't matter at all. read more

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Lazeez Kitchen opens where Layalina was with a slight modification of the menu & decor, leaving the infrastructure intact. Ordered at counter, pd, got food in 15ish minutes. Offerings (N. African?, Middle Eastern): wraps & shawarmas, plates, appetizers, drinks.. Bites: lamb Shawarma plate (18.95) -small salad of romaine lettuce, tomato, onions, cucumbers & white dressing crunchy fresh. -small strips of braised boneless lamb shoulder slightly chewy, slightly juicy. Prepped with olive oil, nutmeg, garlic, salt, peppers & other spices, topped with white drizzle probably yogurt. *side of chili sauce probably North African harissa: blend of chili peppers, garlic, olive oil + other spices. Not spicy hot, has sweet, smoky, tangy & non-hot spicyness. **a contrast to Ethiopian berbere sauce which has sharp, hot spiciness. Lotsa yellow coloured flavored long grain rice. Looks like saffron, probably wasn't. Unable to finish. Took rest home for another meal. -though didn't know exact origins. It was certainly different from previous Shawarma eats. read more

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I had the chicken Shawarma here. I thought it was slightly above average. Really a 3.5. There wasn't really anything notable about the service. Not particularly friendly, or fast or slow. But . There's a good amount of seating. read more

Lamb Shank with Rice was great. The lamb fell clean off the bone. If you have ever had birria with consome, the texture and flavor of the broth is very similar and delicious. Better suited for two folks to share or one person if you enjoy a larger dish. Lamb Shawarma plate, 2nd picture was great. Great service, great food and very well organized. Great for one person. I would definitely have to come back again, and great markets close by ! read more

Lazeez Kitchen - Shawarma Plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakland, California

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I really wanted to love this spot--especially with all the glowing reviews--but my experience was a bit underwhelming. I ordered the falafels, which were decent but nothing to write home about. The Toum (garlic paste) was surprisingly flavorless, and the hot sauce, while okay, could've used more depth. The yogurt cucumber side really missed the mark for me--it lacked the tangy, herby punch I was hoping for. The sambosa had potential but again, felt like it needed a flavor boost. And the chicken shawarma wrap? A bit too greasy and missing those bold, traditional Middle Eastern spices that usually make it sing. Maybe I just didn't order the right items--based on all the great reviews, others clearly had a better experience. Might give it another try and hope for a different outcome. read more

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Can I give 10 stars for the lamb shank rice and special foul hummus and falafel plates?! I NEED Lazeez Kitchen! Vibe and Venue: Casual eatery where order is placed at the counter. Overhead menu similar to fast food places. Enticing baklava and pastries were in cases. Staff was friendly. The restaurant was very clean and with the appearance that it was recently renovated. At 6 pm on a Saturday, it was almost empty and quiet but people stopped by for to-go orders. A couple of solo diners enjoying a quiet dinner. Eats: 1. Lamb shank with rice and salad, with sauce on the side 2. Special foul with hummus and falafel served with pita bread. 3. Lamb shawarma 4. Baklava to go We loved our food! The lamb shank was so flavorful and tender. The sauce on the side was so delicious! We also love the hummus and falafel with pita. It came with whole chickpeas which I never had an appetizer like this before. It was a very enjoyable and satisfying dinner! Tab was $69 before tip with 1 soda and lots of food for the next 2-3 meals! Big portions and lots of food! read more

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Absolutely delicious food! I've had their falafel, foul/fuul, soup, chicken shawarma wrap, veggie sambusa and some baked/pastry items. Sometimes I get a free cup of chai, other times I don't. Only complaint is the horrible cologne smell. I used to think it was coming from a person, but then I came in kind of early and there were no customers, but the smell was just as strong as before. It's some kind of air freshener. Now I either sit right by the door or right by the front to avoid it. read more

Tucked away in a small enclave of stores of telegraph, Lazeez sells some pretty satisfying kebabs and shawarma. The plates are pretty pricey but are good for two meals if you're not super hungry. The shawarma and rice was well flavored with a variety of different spices. The salad was ok with just lettuce, onions, and tomato with a vinaigrette dressing. I got some cucumber yogurt on the side and it was the best part of the meal. We've been enjoying it on our salads. Could use some lemon juice for a little more tartness. There's plenty of seating but nothing fancy. We got ours to go. Ambiance is fast foodish so not a date spot. Definitely worth going to if in the neighborhood. read more

Good food, competent service, and a clean environment make for a pleasant experience. Ordered the humus plate, falafel wrap, chicken shawarma wrap, and beef shawarma wrap. Portions are generous and the food made fresh. High marks for the humus, falafel and chicken - both seasoned nicely and delicious. Fair marks for the beef which could use some more seasoning. Do give it a try! read more

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Went here last week. Perhaps it was an off day. Shawarma and falafel takeout order. Shawarma meat was dry and tasted more like jerky. The falafel was over fried and hard as a brick. It also tasted like burnt rubber, perhaps something dropped in the deep fryer. Had to throw out. read more

We found this place while in the area--it popped up in a search for nearby restaurants, and with all the great reviews, we decided to give it a try. We chose it over a place with hundreds of reviews because all the reviews were great and we really love Middle Eastern food. It was close to closing time when we arrived, and it was dark outside, so we weren't quite sure where to park at first. Luckily, we found a spot just across the street. From the start, the customer service was excellent. The person who took our order was friendly, knowledgeable about the menu (especially gluten-free options), and very helpful. We decided to share a chicken shawarma plate and a hummus plate. The portions were generous--probably more than enough for the two of us! The chicken shawarma was delicious, served over a bed of yellow rice with a side of Greek salad that I actually preferred over the ones I had in Greece. The food was beautifully plated, and it was clear a lot of care went into its preparation. It took about 15 minutes for our food to arrive--not the fastest, but absolutely worth the wait for the quality and attention to detail. The hummus plate was huge, served with pita for my non-GF counterpart. The hummus itself had a distinct and almost unexpected flavor--different from traditional hummus. The more I think about it, the more intrigued I am. I'd love to hear what others think! It's definitely worth trying alongside their other dishes, but I'd say the hummus might be a bit much if it's the only thing you get. The unique flavor is somewhat distinctive and might be too different for one person to finish on their own especially if it's the only dish you get. One thing I'd love to see in the future is the option to add cut veggies with the hummus, which would be great for those who don't eat pita. Although this is a Middle Eastern restaurant, as I mentioned, some of the flavors were different from what we've had before. Having just visited Greece, we found ourselves trying to pinpoint the unique spice blend but couldn't quite figure it out. There seemed to be a hint of cloves. It was very subtle. Towards the end of our meal, our server offered us complimentary chai, which was a lovely touch and perfect for a chilly evening. We really enjoyed that. Before leaving, we chatted with our server, who turned out to be the owner. It seems to be a family-run place. When we asked about the flavor influences, he explained that while the food is Middle Eastern, they are originally from Eritrea and incorporate Eritrean spices into their dishes for a unique Middle Eastern experience. That explained the flavors we couldn't quite put our finger on! Overall, we had a very good experience and recommend this spot. I would call it a hidden gem! It absolutely deserves more recognition. They also offer catering. We thought we could try that sometime but want to go back and try other dishes first! read more

Some of the best Mediterranean food in the area. Could not have been a nicer employee helping us. I recommend the hummus, the lamb shawarma platter was so good. read more

I was looking for something filling, not the usual and nothing commercial. I ordered the chicken shawarma plate and oh my goodness, it did not disappoint. Delicious, well-made, East-African seasoned chicken plate with fresh, great quality ingredients. Huge portion size and immensely satisfying. the prices are great and the establishment is impeccably clean. I will absolutely be back. Easy choice if you're in the area. read more

This place doesn't get the recognition it deserves. I tried this place out multiple times and enjoyed every last bite. Have tried different Halal spots, but this place has a kick compared to the ones I've been to. If someone can let me know what background this food is, I would greatly appreciate it. The food is bomb, I tried both the wrap and plate for chicken shawarma, and man the spices they use is good. Super chill spot and service is solid af. I recommend this spot to anyone. Definitely my go to spot when I am in the area. read more

Lazeez Kitchen - Chicken shawarma wrap - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakland, California

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Wonderfully spiced meat. I got the lamb wrap and am stoked I did. Walking smells sooo good. Place looks clean and service was good. Can't wait to come back. Partner had the chicken plate. He devoured it. Said he liked the hot sauce too bc it had a smokiness to it. read more

Great lunch spot! There are tables to set at as well as a higher seated table if you'd like to stand or sit higher. Staff are friendly as well! I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap & a 6-piece side of falafels. read more

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They have the flavors down. I can't remember enjoying foul as much as this place. The "special foul" comes with chopped onions, tomato and peppers, which adds to the the freshness and flavor provile. The pita is tasty, warm and fluffy without being difficult to tear and use a finger spoon. It's a nice place, counter service and lots of seating. The people that I met that work there are friendly but not saccharine. The menu is a winner, with items like foul, fata, shakshuka and fitfit. They also have chicken, lamb and beef shawarmas. I went solo, which limited me in what I could order. It would be great if they had some combos that included more than one of the items. There are wraps and plates; the plates come with rice and salad. It would be great to be able to get a wrap with foul on the side. Will definitely go again, pick up a larger order for the family so we can try more of the items. read more

Excellent! Just the right amount of spice on my beef and lamb shawarma. Clean, friendly and quick. I will be back.

Good value, Delicious beef shawarma. Reminds me of when i visited Riyadh a few years ago.

I ordered a lamb schwarma plate to go. The plate was generous but bland. The pieces of lamb were was really tough, dried out and flavorless. There was only a drizzle of tahini over it so that didn't add much flavor. The rice was plentiful and fresh. The salad was tired and the dressing tasteless. I ate a few pieces of the meat and lots of the rice. Then I threw the whole thing away. If we still had our dog I would have let him have the meat. I could've had a better meal from a food truck. Wasted $18.49 plus tax. read more

I was here a couple weeks ago. The lam Shwarma was so delicious that I drove back specially to pick up two orders, just for myself. The potions are large and I can eat each order for 3 meals. It's all I want to eat these days, so thank goodness for them, or I'll be in trouble. Next time o may need to get 3 orders. Thank you Lazeez Kitchen otherwise I'll be going hungry. read more

Great food, service and ambiance! I was recommended the Chicken shawarma plate and it was unreal :D Fresh, incredible flavor and huge portion. Will definitely be back!!! read more

Lazeez Kitchen - Chicken Shawarma plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakland, California

The best quality food you will get for a good price. I love coking to Lazeez Kitchen the food and vibes always is the best.

I've tried a lot of Shawarma before. This has got to be the best Shawarma I've ever had, hands down. Highly recommend - I will be back soon.

This place is good but they dont have chicken kabobs I even show them the pictures and they literally blank point just wanted to make the sale and disregard my kabobs I wish they would of just been more up front instead of lying that they had it in their menu read more

The fallafals are GREAT! Highly recommend both the fallafal wrap and the plate. The fallafals look like donuts! Staff is really nice here. read more

Food was good quality. We got take out chicken Schwarma and lamb cubes. The milk tea was really flavorful and aromatic. Definitely will come back for take out. read more

I ordered a large lunch for our team the day before and they had it prepared exactly when I needed it the next morning even though they must have come before hours to get it ready. They treated me to tea and baklava while I waited since I had gotten there 15 min too early and even carried the box to my car a block away. Very nice people and very good food. All of our staff loved it. We tried the beef, chicken, and lamb shawarma plates, the falafel wraps, and Greek salad. read more

The ladies preparing the food were friendly, and the food was delicious! so glad we stopped into this wonderful restaurant. There was nice decor throughout. read more

U have to give this place a try... it's a must .. omg where do I start.. middle eastern food with Eritrean flavors.. I believe that's a food way to describe the food.. even if I'm wrong it wa still sooooo good .. i ordered the chicken wrap..so good the Chicken was flavorful. .. the falafel and sambusas were so good and for them to be fried they weren't oily which is always a plus.. can't forget my tea was perfect with this meal.. the flavors of the food didnt lack it everything was soo good the service was amazing as well.. very clean ..lots of seating and some great photos can be taken.. next time Ima order ahead and eat here .. I had the whole office smelling so good.. definitely making this a a regular spot.. read more

Stopped into this place to try it -- was planning to go to Oasis next door. The Flafel wrap was damn near perfect -- the falafel was crisp to perfection, the wrap was grilled and it had lots of pickles and the right balance of veggies. Not soggy at all. It was 10/10. read more

Called in a group order and the owner was very helpful sorting out what the best way was to feed the everyone. The chicken was great, very well spiced, and the rice was also good. read more

Food was good and plenty of food per order. Nice flavored water provided. Would recommend.

We went last weekend and ordered beef shawarma, foul hummus with falafel and lentil soup. The foul and hummus were great, this was my favorite out of all we ordered. Hummus is bery creamy and light, falafel was egyptian tahmeya which is a plus for us! Service is good, place has a good ambience and clean. read more

This is definitely a hidden gem. Tried their chicken shawarma wrap and it was so tasty. Definitely will be back. Support your local businesses! read more