There was no one there the food was menacing. There was girl on the phone the entire time I'm…read morepretty sure this business is just a money laundering scheme.

My first time and we used a Groupon coupon to try it out and see if we like the place. We really…read moredid. The Koobideh kabob and chicken kabob were awesome and the hummus appetizer was great. Going back to try the full menu soon. Recommended Thx

I made this account just to post this review. It was my first time trying Mediterranean food, and I…read moreate everything on that plate. You will never catch me eating a grilled whole tomato or onion but I ate those up too. Whatever they did to it was magic, I ate it with the meat, I ate it with the bread, shit it was yummy just by its self. The meat was tender and literally melts in your mouth. I've never had that happen before. The rice was just yummy and whatever that sauce is, I drank it. I'm not from the area but I crave this place all the time. I have high standards because of this place. I don't want to go anywhere else. I'll see you at my wedding.

We found this place while searching for a Persian restaurant during our road trip and I'm so glad…read morewe stopped here! They have dizi! It came with bread and was super tasty. I've honestly been craving it for years and was surprised to see it on the menu. We also tried their koobideh and homemade doogh, both were really good. Service was great too. Our server was friendly, checked on us throughout the meal and brought everything we needed quickly.

I've been a regular at Grill House Cafe ever since a friend (who shall remain shamed--Farzad the…read moreGreat--for keeping it a secret for so long) finally introduced me to this incredible spot. While I used to come weekly, I now make the trip monthly since moving--and it's absolutely worth every mile. The star of the menu for me is the beef koobideh--juicy, perfectly seasoned, and consistently delicious. The quality of the food here is excellent across the board, and the flavors have made me a genuine fan of Persian cuisine, which I didn't grow up with but now count among my favorites thanks to this place. The service is always warm and attentive, adding to the welcoming, casual atmosphere. As a small but appreciated touch, the NHL Network is often playing on the TVs--something that makes the experience even more enjoyable for hockey fans like myself. Grill House Cafe is one of those rare finds that combines authenticity, great value, and friendly service. I now eat here more than the friend who introduced me to this fantastic restaurant. Highly recommended

Overall, I enjoyed the food here: I had the eggplant dip to start and the salmon kebab plate. The…read moresalmon was excellent and extremely tender. However, I also ordered the bottled carbonated doogh (a yogurt drink) and was given a bottle that said best by January 2025 even though I ate here May 6, 2025. I did ask for the bottle to be taken off my tab and the elderly gentleman who was serving us agreed, but also said "for yogurt this doesn't matter." I realize that best by dates and expiration dates are differently, but I expect a bit more from a restaurant. I personally would hesitate to return. I also found the TV blaring to be a little distracting.

A glad we stumbled on this gem! Great food and service! We had the chicken barg, beef barg and…read morelubia polo everything was delicious!

Best Persian flavors I've had in San Diego! They even pass the Baba test (aka my Iranian dad loves…read morethe food too.) Slim sad pickin's of Persian food in SD, but I spotted Orchid and its stellar reviews & had to give it a try. To my amazement, it's legit delicious! Not just good for SD; good for anywhere. Orchid is in an unsuspecting strip mall of Miramar, nestled in a mostly Indian area. Fortunately I'm in this neighborhood often & adding Orchid as a regular pitstop. The ghemeh is great & I love that they use some rose water in it; very original. Looking forward to dinning in eventually as well, it's a calm clean space and I imagine the food is even better when eaten hot and fresh.

I've eaten Mediterranean many times before but never like this. I walked in to the establishment…read morewith a headache and an empty stomach. We ordered the plate that feeds 3-4 people and the cooks are fast, but that doesn't mean quality is lacking. As soon as I took the first bite I felt my mouth overflow with delicious flavors. I love that this place is calm and clean. They have plenty of seating so you will be seated quickly. Overall, will be coming again 10/10

Been there twice last couple of months and the meat were smaller but with gigantic sides which I do…read morenot care about. I went there for meat and I was not satisfied. The size of kids meal meat is the same as the expensive entree meat. No thank you. Oh well, they changed. I am not going back.

5/5 stars. Great food VERY friendly staff! I loved the #6 with both chicken and beef kabobs. It's…read moreserved with saffron rice and a fresh salad. Everything was freshly prepared. You really can taste and see the difference. The chicken was marinated and was INCREDIBLY juicy. You not get juicy chicken anywhere these days. It was perfectly cooked. The beef kebabs were delicious. Tender and very flavorful. There is a reason the corner grill has 4.7 stars with hundreds of reviews. This place is a must try in North San Diego county.

Tried Corner Grill in Vista today and had such a good experience…read more I ordered the koobideh and chicken combo plate and both were delicious. It came with safron basmati rice and a side salad. The dressing was AMAZING! Everything tasted fresh, well seasoned, and cooked perfectly. The portions were great too and made for such a satisfying meal. Also have to mention the service because the man who took my order was seriously the sweetest. He was so welcoming and kind and made the experience even better. This was my first time here but definitely not my last. Already looking forward to coming back whenever I'm craving Persian food.

Came across Fresno to San Diego almost 7 hours drive decided to eat some food for late lunch…read moregoogled restaurant near me found Baba kabab Ordered 4 lamb kebab 1 chicken kebab 1 beef kebab 1 kabuli Palau every one was starving.everyone surprised by the taste it was absolutely delicious. Recommend you guys go there you won't regret. Service was excellent the owner was caring. Clean and calm easy to communicate

My godson and I tried Baba Kabob yesterday while we were taking a break from playing Magic at At…read moreEase Games near Harbor Freight. Baba Kabob is no-frills, but friendly, down-to-earth, and pretty tasty. I ordered a chicken shawarma sandwich and my godson ordered the Baba kabob, which is essentially the same but with gyro meat included. Both sandwiches also came with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and tzatziki. My favorite thing about these sandwiches was how non-greasy they were. Sometimes halal street food can get greasy or overly oily, but these sandwiches weren't like that. Also, the meat tasted pretty high quality. The large bottle of sriracha at the table was a nice plus, too. Overall, pretty tasty, fresh halal street food. Prices are slightly steep, but the quality, atmosphere, and customer service offset that enough.

Another wonderful Persian restaurant discovered! My husband and I were looking for a place to eat…read morebefore going to the AMC next door and I'm so happy we found this restaurant. At first glance, we knew we were in for a true authentic and great meal when we saw other Persians dining at the restaurant ;D Vibes: Namino shares a parking lot with other food establishments but on a Tuesday afternoon, we didn't have trouble finding a spot. The restaurant gives a mom and pop vibe, where they warmly welcomed us in. I loved that the lady gave us a bell to ring when we're ready to order. There were more than a handful of 4 person tables available inside. No outdoor seats. The guy who took our order and served our food was welcoming and our food came out within 10 minutes. Food: -Beef Koobideh Kabob ($15.95): skewer of suuuper flavorful beef served on a bed of saffron rice with a side salad and half a roasted tomato. I saw one of the reviews here that said to put sumac powder on the rice-- thank you for that! I asked for tzatziki sauce on the side and it paired well with the kabob. -Beef Kabob Sandwich ($11.95): my husband ordered this and he loved it as well. If we weren't in a hurry to catch a movie, I would've loved to try the baklava. Overall: A great authentic Persian restaurant located in La Jolla. You won't be disappointed!

TLDR; A small, no nonsense cafe serving absolutely mouth watering Persian dishes. Quaint ambience…read moreand old school city service (you just gotta flag people down) but the food is highly recommended. Namino, located in the holiday court lot (next to the Whole Foods plaza) is a small space looking like an east coast diner. They have a small menu and don't mind if you help yourself to drinks and a seat. The owner literally just told me to shout out my order when I was ready. No nonsense, quick, and it worked well. No complaints there. Service 9/10 Fesenjoon: That day's special. This dish is phenomenal and a hefty portion. The stew itself was not shy at all about flavor; an appreciable sweetness and tart flavor coming from pomegranate, an earthy blend of spices (for sure can taste bag and cinnamon as well as toasted walnuts. I'm sure there's more) and the chicken is clearly well seasoned. The stew itself is not to thin or thick, resembling a texture slightly thicker than a Japanese style curry. The specials are served with a side salad and saffron rice. The salad is dressed with a yogurt based dressing. Light and refreshing. Nothing surprising. The saffron rice is lightly seasoned with saffron, mostly white rice. The big kicker here is tableside condiments include sumac, and that is a huge bonus. Pour a liberal amount in your rice and thank me later. Gotta love a Persian restaurant with sumac! Food 9/10. The tea served is a spiced black I believe. May be an acquired tasted for those used to English breakfast. I'll definitely be back. Namino is great for a quick lunch and the food is fantastic. Hopefully I'll be able to try more of the menu soon!