Out of all the Armenian kabob type of places in the area, Mini Kabob is the most satisfying. Everytime I order from here the first bite is always followed by a loud MMMM. This place really hits the spot. Recommendations: lule (both chicken and beef), chicken shish, egg plant caviar, falafels. Don't forget the garlic sauce. I'm sure the other stuff is great but haven't gotten around to ordering it. Also great to support a local business, they really put the care into their food. Tips: call your order ahead, I usually call my order in 2-3 hours ahead for a later pickup time. read more

The best kabob in Los Angeles. It makes Zankou look like McDonald's. The combo steak/chicken is sent from God. Top quality food with a very friendly staff. Go nowhere else. read more

I came on a weekend and was told the food would take more than 1 hr to cook! I asked if this was normal on the weekend and was told yes, and that I should call in my order next time. I found a nearby beer bar and decided to wait so ordered a platter for 3 people (to take home to the family). After an hour at the bar, then an hour drive home, the food was still warm and I tried some. It was really damn good. I was amazed. The chicken's really tasty and tender, the beef is also super tender and cooked medium. The hummus is really creamy. It made me sorry that I didn't eat the food immediately when I got it from their window. read more

They have the best Armenian/Mediterranean food and provide great service. The food was very fresh!

A family-owned restaurant that is not only very good, but is always fresh. Don't go and expect the food to come out fast, everything is cooked to order. Checkout the menu before going or call in your order, as this place gets very busy. If you have any questions, the family is friendly and will answer your questions. CASH ONLY. My favorite is the Chicken Thigh Kabob plate and a side of hummus. Since everything is made fresh daily and the reason why I get the Egyptian style chickpea hummus with a drizzle of lemon, oil and a sprinkle of red pepper, IMO it's one of the best! read more

Mini Kabob - Chicken Thigh Kabob - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

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Been coming here for years until moved due to the military and recently came back! Still just as good! If not better the potatoes are always the best! The owners are the nicest and most welcoming ! I don't eat Kebob from anywhere but here ! Really recommend ! read more

Have been a patron for years. Their cooking is in high demand. It's worth the wait - worth the effort. My personal faves are the Chicken Lula and Lamb Chops, absolutely 10 out of 10 grilled meats. I always try to get there early in the day or call ahead to see how long to queue is. Go with a group so you can eat a variety of items. And if you can observe the family in action, talking, cooking, vibing - it just feels different than any other Kabob shop. read more

There's simply no better place for Mediterranean and/or middle eastern cuisine... on the planet. Run by the most pleasant, funny, hard-working Armenian family, their care for their recipes and love for their customers shines through every single dish, and every single bite. I have eaten every item on their menu, but my go-to tends to be the chicken thigh shish and beef shish. Again, it is ALL incredible, but those are my go-to meats. Every time I am in LA, I make at least 1-2 stops here. I can't wait to eventually be able to sit back inside and with the family. It makes the experience that much greater. This place is an absolute institution, and the debate ends here on the best food in Glendale. read more

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Soooo good! I ordered Falafel, Shirazi salad, Hummus, and Fried potatoes - all delicious. The flavors really surprised me in a good way! The Shirazi has basil in it, which was a shocking great surprise because I love basil but never had it in Shirazi. It just works! Everything was flavorful and fresh. I'll definitely be back! Didn't get pictures because I'm greedy lol read more

The combo plate is my favorite. Chicken kabob and chicken luleh are in it. Normally I love my fair share of beef and lamb. But this chicken is what stands out. The luleh is moist and flavorful while the kebab is tender. Cash only. Small mom and pop. They're always very nice and welcoming. It can be a bit on the pricier side. But definitely with that high price point it makes up for the delicious flavorful food. read more

Quite possibly the best tender Lule kabobs I've ever had. Love this place! The food is that good here, folks. read more

Heard so much about this place and finally got to try it today. Gotta say it's the best chicken luleh I have ever had. Their chicken was flavorful and juicy. The rice wasn't dry like some other Mediterranean restaurants . Great service. It was worth the drive! I will definitely come back to try their beef next time. read more

Mini Kabob has been pretty hyped on Eater, Yelp, and Instagram recently and I wanted to see if it was worth the hype. We found street parking in the area but it was pretty difficult. The restaurant is absolutely tiny (3 tables) and super hole in the wall. Seems like you can call them and place an order ahead of time so they hold a table for you. We got the last table when we came, and the wait was an hour after that. Between the two of us, we ordered the Chicken and Beef Combo, which was around $22. We were first served fresh lavash bread with garlic dip and hummus. Their hummus was probably my favorite thing of the meal! So creamy! Our plate did take a while to come, but we could see that it was being freshly made in the kitchen. Our plate had chicken and the beef luleh, along with a generous serving of rice, onions, tomato, and jalapeno. It was a great portion size for the two of us. I did prefer the chicken to the beef, which was not as tender as I've had at Raffi's. We both enjoyed every part of the meal. We also added the Pear Soda, which was unlike anything I've ever had before! Think apple soda but pear. Very sweet but a refreshing accompaniment to our meal. Cash only! I really enjoyed Mini Kabob, but it's not quite 5 stars for me. Would be back though. read more

Mini Kabob - Chicken and Beef Combo - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

I only tried kebabs here, I'm sure the other dishes are great too but kebabs are definitely great!

Mini Kabob...why didn't I come here sooner! The chicken cutlet is out of this world! And the eggplant caviar is ridiculously good. I wish this was closer to my house. I've known about Mini Kabob for a while, but haven't visited for varied reasons. Everything we got was amazing. Beef luleh. Chicken luleh. Chicken kebab. The rice and hummus. The eggplant caviar! All juicy and flavorful proteins. The rice was fragrant. The hummus had so much flavor that I didn't even need to mix in some garlic sauce like I normally do with all other hummus. Loved the grilled tomato. I called in my order and then picked up. The tough part was parking. There's not much available in that area but you manage to find a space after a bit. The owner and his family are so nice. They're so happy to have patrons and a loyal following. Just a reminder...it CASH ONLY. read more

If you're around Glendale you have to stop by Mini Kabob! Their food is so bomb! Hole in the wall you have to try! I got their combo plate with an extra side of meat to try it out and was not disappointed. Also get extra of the garlic sauce! Your life will be changed! If I'm ever back in the area you'll definitely see me stopping by this place! Note: parking is not the best so good luck! read more

Mini Kabob - Combo Plate - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

The food here was tasty there's no doubt about that. Everything we had was yummy. It wasn't AMAZING and for the prices they charge that's what we expected. The prices are way too high for the kind of food they serve. There are plenty of other spots in Los Angeles serving this type of cuisine that's more affordable. read more

Absolute gem of a restaurant. The food here is incredible. The portions are great for the price and I have yet to be disappointed by a single thing on the menu! My go to is the chicken and pork combo. So tender and fresh every time. Their hummus is to DIE for and they give you a huge stack of bread to dip in it. The food alone is to die for but the service is what sets this place apart. My second time picking up, they already knew me by name. It is currently cash only and when I forgot cash, the employee was SO sweet and even offered to let me pay half (the amount of cash I had before) and "get him back next time". I ended up venmoing another person in line to pay but even the offer itself was so sweet!! Feels like family every time I go and they have some of the best food on this side of town. Recommended to anyone and everyone! read more

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Without a doubt this is one of the places you take your friends to when they're visiting. This restaurant has been featured countlessly, and I can confirm that it is worth all the attention Mini Kabob has received. Located next to a plaza on a residential street, Mini Kabob definitely is a hole-in-the-wall joint. Would definitely recommend calling in your order ahead of time if nearing dinner time to ensure they are not sold out. You can call in your order and specify a pick-up time also if needed! The customer service here is top-notch and you can really tell the owner connects with his customers/community. We ordered 2 combination plates with 3 meats each. We tried the chicken kabob, beef kabob, lamb kabob, beef luleh, and chicken luleh and let me tell you they were ALL DELICIOUS and cooked to perfection! My go-to is usually luleh, which did not disappoint. The kabobs were very tender/moist and not overcooked at all. The garlic sauce is addicting and the eggplant caviar was so good with a nice kick - would recommend if you like eggplant! Smash the roasted tomato all up in the rice and you have a perfect meal. This is definitely getting added to my list of regular rotations to eat at. Great food at a humble establishment. read more

Mini Kabob - Beef luleh, chicken luleh, beef kabob - all PERFECT - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

First timer here, the meal took me back to my childhood, my brother agreed. 20/10. Thank you guys. See yall very soon

Hand down the best kabobs in the city! The chicken was juicy and flavorful and the beef just melted in your mouth. I also had a nice conversation with Armen and his mom while waiting for my food. Such beautiful people making remarkable food, it's no wonder this small little family business tucked away in a Glendale neighborhood made it onto the Michelin Guide. read more

Mini Kabob - Chicken/Beef combo ($33) - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

This review is long overdue. This place has the best chicken breast ever!!! The chicken was so moist and fresh. I couldn't stop eating it. I ordered the combo plate which also came with steak. The steak was also good and chewy. The garlic sauce was very tasty! The best I've had. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to be blown away by the juiciest chicken kabobs! The only downside was how small the inside was. It had only three small tables. I had to wait outside for about 30 minutes before getting seated. I suggest ordering it to go and eat it in your car. Parking is on the street. I can't wait to go back! read more

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I've heard a lot about Mini Kabob and have been meaning to come here for years. I found myself really hungry in Glendale - the stars aligned and the next thing I knew I was putting in an order for a chicken kabob plate here. Let me tell you - it SERVED. The chicken was moist, well seasoned, and quality. The owner, Armin, is very charismatic and has a big personality which adds to the appeal. Armin mentioned that they also opened opened a taco restaurant in Silverlake called Mid East tacos so I know where I'm going next. Thank you, Armin and family! read more

Food 10/10! Service amazing- it's family owned and you become family the first time you walk in! Their always so welcoming, and you feel the love and warmth in the food they prepare! The small, cozy vibes definitely create a warm atmosphere! Definitely recommend eating here! read more

Impressive!! The most delicious restaurant in its category! Every time I order from here I am never disappointed. My wife and I love this place. You can taste the quality of the ingredients in each bite . The balance of flavors are skillfully crafted . Extra roasted veggies are a must on each plate . This is not an average meal ; it's an experience. Keep up the great job. read more

This place deserve nothing short of high 5 stars! What a magnificent haven of Armenian kitchen! I saw this place on Mark Wien's food channel video, and had to visit! Not only the food is amazing, but the owner is so kind and nice! I ordered the following: Combo plate, and the owner gave a free drink on the side which was delicious as well. The combo plate came with beef and chicken kebobs, hummus, rice, charred jalapeno and tomato, and onions, and thin pita bread! The chicken was creamy and soft, and perfectly seasoned. The rice was fluffy and a not a hint of mushiness at all. The beef kabobs was moist and cooked to medium well as requested. The charred jalapeno and tomato were perfect to wrap in soft thin pita (this is not your regular pita) and add sumac and garlic butter which came with it. The hummus was very fresh and had a perfect taste- a well balance ratio of sesame, tahini, and chickpeas, with just the right amount of salt and oil. This is a must visit food in L.A. CASH only. Excellent job guys! Keep up the greatness! read more

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Most amazing Shish Kabab I've had!! Great food and service. Can't wait until we go back and try their lamb chops read more

Mini Kabob - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

Ok, went here because Elie @ Foodbeast did a post and instastory , a while back, I'd been intending to eat here but I'm never in the area... Esp. Because it's a family operation. I ordered the falafel plate and the Steak kabob plates. I had a taste of everything and omg the food here was delicious/bomb/amazing, and quality and omg that thick garlic sauce: addicting, and I could just drink it all. Lol! 11/10 would return and will refer my friends here. Steak was cooked PERFECTLY and I haven't had such good hummus in a LONG time. rice was cooked perfectly and tasty. Salad and veggies were fresh, and that balsamic dressing, I could drink that too haha. Yummy! Also omg please order the falafel. Whoa! Also didn't catch his name but the young fella that was cooking, taking phone orders, and charging, excellent hospitality. Great conversation and I wasn't feeling well and he gave me an iced cold water bottle. Very nice guy! read more

Mini Kabob - Steak kabob plate with roasted chile, tomato, hummus, garlic sauce and rice. - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

Lamb chops plate da best. The cucumber yoghurt side is perfect combination with the plate.

I love this place SO MUCH! Not just because the kabobs are incredibly sumptuous, but also because this outfit epitomizes the beauty and grace of a small, family owned business. Armen and his wonderful parents are truly the cornerstone of the Glendale community. They're warm, friendly and simply wonderful. Plus the food is so amazing, if you don't order ahead, expect to wait for a bit. I usually get almost a week's worth of protein from here. Being a Hindu, I don't eat beef. Notwithstanding, Armen's got my back. He'll always pack some extra goodies for me and my order is always ready when I arrive. Always bring cash. Try out the egg plant caviar too! It is the best egg plant dish I've eaten that rivals baingan bharta, a staple of the North Indian (Punjabi) cuisine. Oh, yes the garlic sauce. It is SO GOOD, I bet you can double it up as a face pack on weekends to experience the insurmountable deliciousness! Going back... EVERY week, yo! So, my advice is call ahead. Heck, even a day or two ahead if you're getting meal prep worth of goodies. read more

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Finally tried this place. We ordered the chicken breast shish kabob and it was very tasty and good. This is my number one from now on. Keep up the good work read more

Amazing food (insanely delicious, huge portions) and super friendly service! There can sometimes be a long wait because they're so popular, so recommend calling ahead to order if you can. Just wish they were open for dinner too! Already ready for my next meal. read more

Mini Kabob - Falafel Plate (gluten free version) - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

Cool spot, owner was very cool and the food was delicious. Mostly a takeout spot since there's only 2 places to sit outside

*TIP: Call ahead. Your food will take about 30 minutes to prepare. *PARKING: Street parking only. The business is located on Vine Street. There's a tiny plaza next door but it doesn't seem like a good idea to park there. Let me tell you... this was the best kebob chicken I've ever had. I ordered the "chicken thigh" and it was SO JUICY AND TENDER. It was also perfectly seasoned and charred. I couldn't get enough. Also tried the "chicken lule" which was absolutely delicious as well. My boyfriend was on cloud nine too. We both loved the meal so much. Each order comes with hummus (awesome texture, delicious), a generous serving of lavash bread, really good rice, as well as a grilled tomato and jalapeño pepper. It's a large portion. I see their prices have gone up (compared to some old menus posted on here) as it was $14.00 per platter. Honestly, that's still a great deal, especially considering the quantity and quality. The service was terrific as well. Armen was soooooo nice. It's a family business (parents and son). The only issue is that they don't take credit cards. Honestly, the food is so damn good that it's not that much of an impediment. There's a Chase bank a block away too. It seems the owners are kind of old school in that regard but hopefully they decide to update their system in order to better compete with similar businesses. Armen told me that you can pay with a credit card if you order online but I am not sure what that means as I later tried to find their website and couldn't find it. Perhaps he meant Grubhub? Either way, worth the inconvenience, without a doubt. Amazing business with incredible food. Thank you for the memorable meal and the phenomenal service! I'll be back, for sure. read more

Absolutely top tier everything. The service and food is absolutely terrific. It's my #1 spot for kebab and I will drive an hour to get some. Armen is a saint and always super friendly. There isn't a single thing in the menu that will disappoint. If anything, it will change your life. They often sell out, so be sure to get your order in. It is a very small place, so be sure to have somewhere to eat. This place deserves your money, your stomach will wholeheartedly agree. read more

Honestly the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. The owner/head chef is always the coolest and most welcoming guy when you walk up, ask him what's good. The rice though... the rice is like butter it's amazing, comes with every plate. Just go. Life changing. Also, bring cash -- cash only. read more

Mini Kabob - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

Likely the best kebabs I've ever had and that's trying kebabs all over the world including London, NYC, Bay Area, etc. Tried the beef/chicken kebab combo and the ground meat kebab combo. Perfectly seasoned, inconceivably tender, and grilled to perfection. Served with maybe the best garlicky hummus ever and great garlic sauce. The owner/chef was amazingly friendly taking the time to explain the dishes, their origin, and how they're prepared. Just amazing! read more

Mini Kabob - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

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This is another Mediterranean restaurant. I got the chicken kabob plate, the eggplant caviar, and salad. The chicken was excellent as was the hummus and salad. The eggplant caviar wasn't as impressive but I can see using this with meat or eggs. Maybe that was the purpose. I don't usually care much about the service, for me it's normally all about the food. But the owner of the restaurant was so generous with his time, describing his work and the food. This care drive me to give this restaurant 5 stars. read more

It ain't fuckin cheap, but it sure is delicious. Folks that work here are super cool, flavors and quality always seem worth the price... I eat a lot of Mediterranean and work/hangout/eat with a lot of Armenians... this spot is legit delicious every time. I think it's cash only and they close by 6pm. I never ate there until the pandemic, so I only know it as a to go spot, which I think it is only "to go". I read a review online that this is a spot "Michelin star chefs like to come for their Mediterranean take out" so I had to try it out... Been back plenty of times and it's delicious. read more

Honestly, this place has been on everything from Netflix to my favorite international foodie's, Mark Weins, YouTube Channel. It lives up to the hype, I had the combo plate with chicken and pork which was already so delicious, juicy and well seasoned with a luscious hummus and garlic sauce! I can't wait to try the the beef and lamb kabobs next. The sides include some of the freshest lavash I've ever had and incredible garlic sauce that I could eat 10 of at once! Pro-tip: During these times, if you are coming to pick up call at least an hour before you want to pick up! They are busy! The guy taking the orders and manning the register was so nice. Glendale has so many great kabob options and for me, this place is up there as one of the best! read more

Mini Kabob - The Combo Plate - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California