We had a great experience at M Cafe! We started with the M Cafe Fries, and they were such a fun and delicious appetizer. They were loaded with cheese, ham, and mushrooms, and everything worked really well together. The pizza was also excellent. We tried the koobideh too, and it was really delicious. It had that authentic, nostalgic flavor that reminded us of the koobideh we used to have back home. We really enjoyed everything and will definitely be back! read more

I ordered to go food in three different kinds they were very efficient . Host welcomed me in. food was delicious as always hot, and tastey. Staff were friendly. I cant wait to go again soon . read more

Very very good food service very fast really good persian sandwich and pizza very good place read more

M Cafe & Grill - Very very good persian sandwich - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Lake Forest, California

I've been really happy with the food at M Cafe & Grill. I first came in and tried their Persian pizza, which was a fun and tasty twist, but lately I keep coming back for the barg kebab. It's tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned every time, and it's become my go-to order. The quality is consistent, which is exactly what keeps me coming back. The dining room is a nice bonus too. It's bright, spacious, and comfortable, so it works well for a casual meal or a dinner out with friends and family. Next time I'm going to try their dizi. read more

Authentic Persian food with large selection form Persian style pizza to Sandwiches and traditional Kabab dishes as well as lamb. The staff , waiters are hospitable and attentive. Highly recommend it. read more

What an interesting place. I can here to grab some dinner on a Saturday and got there just after 8 pm. I was greeted and seated quickly and the server was great at answering my menu questions. Mint tea - This is a hot mint tea and come with black tea, fresh mint leaves, and a crystal sugar stick that you can stir into it. I was able to get a tea refill (without a second sugar stick), no issues. Mixed Koubideh Combo - This plate came with one of each koubideh... A beef and a chicken. The chicken skewer was orange and had more seasoning or had been marinated longer than the beef. Both were cooked until there was some browning and char while still maintain juiciness inside. It comes on a huge metal plate which was almost the size of a shield. It's adorned with a lemon wedge, butter packet and a grilled tomato. There is a ton of rice. I wasn't even able to finish half of the rice. Mid meal, at 9 pm, the lights got sexy and a DJ started playing along with a DJ light show. He was spinning pop hits, a little hip-hop and Middle Eastern pop, which got two table of ladies up and dancing. There's a small dance area in the front but all of the dinner tables stay in the same formation. So I'm chomping and there are 30 year old and 60 year old women getting their dance on. Service here is great and the music provided an interesting twist to the night. I do wish the beef koubideh had a little more oomph to it. Other than that, over all it was a pleasurable dining experience in South County! read more

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Hands down the best Persian pizza in California! I have been coming here for years and the quality only gets better. Really reminds me of the pizza from home. Great service as well. read more

M Cafe & Grill - Persian pizza - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Hands-down, best sandwiches in all of OC. Great service, clean, and authentic. Try the Persian Berger or the Bomb!!! read more

M Cafe & Grill - Dining area - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Lake Forest, California

I really wanted to like this place, but the experience was honestly disappointing from the moment we arrived. We showed up around 1 PM, which should be prime lunch time, and the place was completely empty. Not just quiet, I mean literally no one there, which immediately felt off. Even finding the entrance was confusing, especially if it's your first time. The exterior didn't help either. It looked sun-damaged and like it hadn't been maintained in a while, which set the tone before we even walked in. Once inside, things didn't improve. A guy greeted us briefly and ran to the back, and then another staff member asked if we wanted to sit inside or outside. The first thing we noticed was how stuffy it felt. No airflow, no ventilation, and when I asked if the AC was on, he said no. At that point, it just didn't feel comfortable staying. My friend and I looked at each other like, are we really about to eat here? That feeling alone says a lot. They do have an outdoor seating setup with what looks like Persian-style lounge seating, which could actually be really nice, but even that area didn't look clean or maintained. It had potential, but it just didn't feel inviting. We ended up leaving, and shortly after, another couple walked in and chose to sit outside, probably for the same reason we didn't want to stay inside. Honestly, this place feels like it could have a good vibe if it were busy and properly maintained, but right now it just feels neglected. Between the confusing entrance, lack of upkeep, and uncomfortable indoor environment, it was an easy decision to walk out. read more

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It's located in a strip mall with plenty of parking. I think I've been to most of the restaurants in this area. It's located on the corner end of the strip mall. There weren't any people inside eating but there seemed to be quite a few people picking up their orders. We were immediately seated and the man taking our order was very nice. We went ahead and ordered ash reshteh, Greek salad, and chicken boneless kabob with hot tea. The foods were fantastic. They give generous portions and everything tasted so fresh. The chicken was moist which I was happy about because some of the other places I've gone to recently, the chicken has been so dry. I would definitely come back to dine here again, I really want to try their pizzas, eggplant dish, fesenjoon, lubio polo, zereshk polo, saffron ice cream... umm basically everything, LOL! Plus, I saw on their website menu that they have catered Thanksgiving meals available? I really want to try that out for 2026 if it's still a thing. read more

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I have been coming here for years by far they have the best Persian pizza in Orange County

We came on a Saturday evening and the restaurant was buzzing. Luckily, we got seated right away. Parking is easy in the plaza and on that Saturday night they first had a very charming belly dancer and later a DJ who entertained the audience with live singing over backing audio and video tracks. Excellent entertainment and generally a great vibe, as people were celebrating birthdays, on dates, and dancing to the music. We ordered the Ghormeh Sabzi as a main and Mast O Mousir as an appetizer. Portion sizes are very generous and prices are very competitive. Food was good and we would definitely like to come back to try more of their dishes. read more

M Cafe & Grill - Ghormeh Sabzi - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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Very good Pizza Tongue (Zaboon) Beef & Mushrooms Persian Good service and very nice staff. read more

We got chicken & beef koobideh combo kabob and falafel plate. I always like beef koobideh, but the chicken kabob was one of the best I've had. The rice servings were generous. My husband also said the falafel exceeded expectations. Service was nice and the interior is very fancy, with cloth napkins, tablecloth, and silverware. read more

Agha Ezat was a very good server and i had a really good experience with the service. The food was also fantastic.

Great food And service! And very homie environmen. Highly recommend. also very good and reasonable prices. read more

This is my first time having lunch at this restaurant. Food arrived on time, the workers were all polite and friendly. The food tasted good. The portions were quite large. The ambiance was nice with music playing but not too loud. read more

Had a great experience at M Cafe in Lake Forest. The food was fresh, flavorful, and well prepared, and the service was friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, making it a great spot for a casual meal. I'll definitely be coming back and would recommend M Cafe to anyone looking for a good place to eat in Lake Forest. read more

It was our first time in the area, and as a fan of Mediterranean food, I found this place on Yelp and decided to give it a try. I'm really glad we did. The portions were large, and the atmosphere was very relaxing during our visit. The server Habibi!!! was friendly and attentive. I'm usually very particular about food, but this place did not disappoint. We ordered the mixed platter for two, and it was excellent. I'm a big eater, but my wife and I still couldn't finish everything. It was so good that we packed the rest to go. Out of all the places I've tried, this one really stands out for both taste and quality. If I'm in the area again, I will definitely come back. read more

Wow! This place has the best Persian Pizza ever!! It was our first time to try it and we loved it! Can't wait to go back! Their Kabab dishes and their stews are all super delicious! The service was also great. The pizza was the biggest surprise!! Everybody should try it! They truly make the best food!! read more

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Delicious food and great service! You definitely get your moneys worth with how big the portions are. read more

M Cafe & Grill - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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The meat provided by the restaurant is grilled to the right amount. They are juicy from inside and charred right on the outside. The portion provided was also big and delicious. It is actually one of the best Persian restaurant locally and the environment is nice and clean. read more

Love the food, service, and ambiance at M Cafe. I remember when it was 1/4 the size and always making great food, which has now resulted into a beautiful large venue, outside patio, and a mobile catering business. My daughter has been having their Beef Koobideh since she was 5 years old; she is now 15 and every time I mention M Cafe, her eyes light up with joy. read more

Food was absolutely delicious! And such a large variety of options and local specialties! I got the kebabs but can't wait to come back and try them again. They have live music and DJ on Saturdays read more

The host is always hospitable and accommodating AND they have the best Persian Pizza in Orange County. So good that we couldn't wait for the picture! read more

M Cafe & Grill - Chicken pizza! Delicious - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Lake Forest, California

What a hidden gem- quite literally tucked into a little unassuming plaza. I was in the area for a doctor appointment and wanted to try something I couldn't get in my area. I knew from the pictures this place was more suited for events since they have a stage and bar in the dining area but- the lunch specials are a steal here! Their beef koobidah is $13.75 and it comes with rice. For an extra $2 you get a side salad too. I asked for sour cherries on my rice and they kindly obliged. The salad was fresh, the beef was tender and well seasoned, and the rice was nice and fluffy with the perfect tartness from the cherries! My favorite part of the meal was actually the mint tea that they served- with fresh mint, rock sugar and lemon. Portion sizes are large! I was able to still have some leftovers for the next day. Lastly, service is excellent here. Delina was my server and was exceptional. She was so friendly, made recommendations, and was kind enough to answer any questions. We had great conversation. I will definitely have this place as my new lunch spot in the future and look forward to trying more authentic dishes like the Persian pizza next time! If you are in the area, definitely check it out! read more

M Cafe & Grill - Beef Koobideh, Side Salad and Basmati Rice (with sour cherries by request) - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Lake Forest, California

This is one of my family's go-to spots! We love the chicken pizza, beef koobideh and grape leaves. The koobideh is juicy and flavorful. The manager was kind enough to give us free Persian tea last time. Will definitely come again! read more

Great food and service. Love the kelepacheh, sandwiches, delo jigar and their pizza. I order everytime i pass by the area.

I was pleased with the service and have been here previously for a take out order. I was disappointed in their tahdig and lamb shank. I feel like it could have been seasoned better. The place was empty when we came in for dinner just thought the food would have been just as good as ordering the combination plate and was disappointed. read more

M Cafe & Grill - Tahdig With Stew - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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Ordered catering from this place for a party with about 80 guests. Food arrived on time, was set up nicely by the driver. The food was hot and tasted good. The driver came back the next day to take all the dirty dishes. Highly recommended as a catering option if you are looking for good tasting Persian or Mediterranean food. read more

The customer service was amazing. They made my food fresh and no time the place was clean with great music. i enjoyed everything and the food is top tier quality. read more

Nostalgia, delicious Pizza & sandwiches...We ordered tanouri and bomb sandwiches plus persian pizza. Definitely, they were delicious and tasted like back home. Service was genuine and pleased specially tgat they speak farsi...We had our food take out but inside the ambiance was chill and nice. As they brought to our attention they have live music Saturday nights so this is what we are planning to do next...We enjoyed our food so I suggest to try this place if you crave Persian pizza and sandwiches... read more

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A nice space with kind staff and delicious persian food specially Iranian Pizza. I like here and come at least once a week.

Great Persian Food (Koobideh was really tender), larger portion lasted 2 meals, and great service.

They serve Persian pizza and chicken kebab with rice, all under one roof. That's already a win. The menu is huge almost too huge but in a good way, because it means everyone finds something they like. The chicken? I'm telling you, by far one of the best I've had in the U.S. Juicy, full of flavor, and cooked perfectly. The rice was exactly how Persian rice should be simple, clean, and right next to a killer kebab. And the pizza? The Persian pizza here is amazing. Thin crust, great toppings, great taste. The fact that you can order pizza and chicken kebab with rice at the same time is honestly just awesome. Not many places pull off both, and even fewer make both this good. The portions are generous classic Persian food style. So yeah, make sure you're hungry when you come here. I will definitely come back here again read more

M Cafe & Grill - Chicken Soltani Kabob - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Came in for lunch. Nice ambience. I'll have to come back in the evening for their live entertainment. Varied menu, I've heard of their pizza, will have to try that next time. Staff is welcoming and helpful. read more

Food was extremely delicious and the portions are huge! The meat was flavorful and the servers were attentive and extremely kind. Would come again! read more

M Cafe & Grill - Beef Koobideh Kabob - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Lake Forest, California

I come to M Cafe several times a month, and it never disappoints. The food is always fresh, delicious, and consistently high quality. Every time I visit, I enjoy both the great flavors and the welcoming atmosphere. One of the main reasons I keep coming back is Mr. Ezzat. He is incredibly friendly, kind, and makes every guest feel like family. His hospitality and attention to customers are truly exceptional. The service is always fast, professional, and delivered with a smile. read more

Boneless chicken kabob is so good and Shiraz salad delivered!! Definitely need more visitors and the owner said tea was on the house for me , which was so nice! read more

Had a good experience at M cafe. The servers were very helpful and kind. The food taste very good and also come in big portions. It's a very relaxing atmosphere read more