Loved this place. Stopped by here with family on August 23rd after church for my first meal of the…read moreday. Very pleased I stopped by. I've seen this place many times as I drove by since they opened. As I've stated before in other reviews, there have been many Mediterranean restaurants popping up all over SoCal but this place hit the spot. I ordered the chicken plate and I have to say they cooked it differently but in a good way. The staff was welcoming and professional, and the interior and exterior was decently clean. Couldn't check the restroom since it was out of order. However, the service was great and food was amazing. Definitely going back.

I just ordered food there very disappointed I asked for filet mignon medium rare. It was…read moreovercooked. I asked for side salad. It was stuck with all my hot food and I asked for no rice and they gave me rice. Very disappointed. I don't think I'll be return

I've been here twice recently and it can get a little pricey, so maybe lunchtime is the move…read more I loved my adas polo, the flavors of dates and raisins adds a fun sweetness to the rice and chicken. My friend's all time favorite dish here is the chicken koobideh so give that a try if you want koobideh. I hope to come back and try their cocktails or dessert soon.

I will have to say, the food wasn't amazing. I found it similar to Panini Kabob Grill. Their…read morechicken and lamb were great (my dad who loves lamb, liked Darya's). The portions were also massive, I recommend sharing or be prepared for leftovers. The service was great, our server was very attentive, kind, and patient to our questions. We also had a little one and he had a great attitude with her. There's a stage, so it seems they might have live performances at times. Parking is easy, there are plenty of spots in the plaza's lot. Darya is like a semi-upscale persian restaurant. We came here for our dad's birthday, and to just try it out. We enjoyed it, and they gave a complementary birthday dessert. But I don't think I will be back. 5 stars for service, 4 stars for food, 3 stars for ambiance

Highly recommend, the koobideh is the best I've had in CA. Friendly staff and nice ambiance.read more

This is a place where a genuine passion for food, Persian cuisine, and exceptional customer service…read morecome together! You can tell that every dish is prepared meticulously with high-quality ingredients. The artistic presentation of the food, combined with the warm and welcoming personalities of the owner and staff, Kia and Manny, makes every visit a delight. We discovered this gem a few months ago through word of mouth from friends, and we've been hooked ever since. My daughter absolutely loves their Koobideh, and we find ourselves coming back at least once a week. The only thing I'd suggest is that they do a bit more marketing as more people deserve to experience this fantastic restaurant!

Came here with my family so they could try Mediterranean food for the first time and it was…read moredelicious the cashier was also kind enough to explain the menu in Spanish as my parents don't speak English and they loved it definitely will be back :)

No restroom? Thumbs down. This place needs another work to…read moretake order, poor girl today couldn't even take our order because she was busy cooking. She asked us to order in the kiosk because she was busy making the food. The food looked good sucks that for the girl who couldn't provide full service for us.

Our experience was outstanding! We're planning to cater a party with several Lebanese friends, so…read morewe decided to "research" different restaurants -- a very serious mission that involved eating lots of delicious food. Zena's was the fifth place we tried, and they absolutely hit the nail right on the head! Our waiter, who is also the owners' son, was fantastic. He explained everything we were ordering, made great suggestions, and took care of our every need -- basically a menu tour guide and food therapist all in one. The food was fantastic, and the tabbouleh vanished fast. I'm not saying there was a fight over the last bite... but let's just say friendships were tested. Zena's is definitely a winner! We will be returning soon!!

Always a pleasure to come here! New ownership is such a breath of fresh air! I love that the oldest…read moreson took over and is bringing back the charm that has always made this place a diamond in the rough. I definitely recommend the KSARA white wine and the three skewer and the veggie platter! It gives you everything between two plates and definitely enough to take home! I love this place because it's always something big enough to share or to take home

I finally tried DönerG Turkish & Mediterranean Grill in Santa Ana, and we were seriously impressed!…read more We ordered the Turkish Fries and the Istanbowl, and both were absolutely delicious. The Turkish Fries were loaded with perfectly seasoned, tender döner meat and flavorful toppings that made every bite better than the last. The Istanbowl was fresh, colorful, and packed with crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, pickled vegetables, feta, jalapeños, corn, and incredibly flavorful döner over rice. The ingredients tasted fresh, the portions were generous, and every bite was full of flavor. The customer service was impeccable. Everyone was welcoming, friendly, and patient, making us feel like valued guests from the moment we walked in. Great food is one thing, but exceptional hospitality is what keeps people coming back and DönerG absolutely delivers both. One of my favorite parts of the experience was watching the meat slowly roasting on the vertical spit. It made me wonder if this was the inspiration behind Mexico's famous al pastor, and sure enough, it is! Learning about that culinary connection made the meal even more enjoyable.

The food is delicious! We're a family of five, and got the family platter. There's more than enough…read morefor everyone! Are was extremely kind and helpful! We come to the area at least once a month, and we'll definitely be back.

First time here for my mom's birthday and we left very satisfied. They have phenomenal food,…read moreambiance, birthday dessert, and great overall service, will absolutely be returning! :)

I honestly wish I never tried this place. Reason being is it's some of the best Middle Eastern…read morefood I have ever tasted yet one of the worst parking lots I have experienced. Now I will be craving the delicious Aleppo hot sauce knowing I have to brave a nightmare parking lot. It's a teeny tiny parking lot with odd angles and bottlenecks with a surprising amount of restaurants sharing it. Makes zero sense. After circling three times I dropped my wife off and parked across the street risking getting towed. There's a ton of construction so hopefully more parking is on the way. That said, food is outstanding. Service was also perfection. Cuisine here is from Syria so there a lot of interesting dishes I haven't seen before. We started with deep fried spring rolls stuffed with akkawi cheese imported from Syria. Expensive but order it. I ordered the "khashkhash" kabob plate which was 4 grilled kefta kabobs served on a surprisingly spicy sauce of tomatoes and Aleppo peppers. It was served with a mound of buttery rice sprinkled with Aleppo peppers and a cabbage salad. Honestly the best kabops I've ever had. Absolutely loved the flavors. I devoured the whole plate while eyeing the parking lot across the street for tow trucks. Portion could easily be shared. My wife went with the Gyro flatbread. I scoffed saying "this isn't a Greek restaurant" but the joke was on me because I was envious. House made flat bread topped with gyro, tzatziki, pickled onions, tomatoes, feta, sumac, and Aleppo peppers. I took a few bites and retracted my previous scoff. They had a large list of mocktails. I had the Vimto Mojito and my wife had the margarita. Both creative and flavorful. Lastly I tried the "Ashta" for dessert. It's an Aleppo signature per the menu and is a pudding like dessert of clotted cream, pistachio, strawberries, and honey. It's simple yet satisfying. Took me a few bites to acquire the flavor but I loved it more with each bite. My wife didn't care for it. They moved by Angel Stadium from their Brookhurst spot. Great place except the parking. Reservations are odd too. $25 penalty PER PERSON if you miss your reservation. It was definitely motivation to find parking.

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 Kofta plate Beef kebabs, rice , cucumber yoghurt I recommend it

TLDR: nice guy, nicely cooked but zero flavor and takes much too long…read more Was really craving Mediterranean so I came here after seeing some strong reviews. I ordered the Kufta Plate with Hummus, to go. It took a really long time even though I was the only person there. When the food came out, I asked for some Sumac. The older gentleman who brought my order out, told me that it's already incorporated and the food is seasoned to perfection so I don't need it. Great! I like the confidence! Feeling reassured and excited, I brought my Kufta Plate back to the office to eat. I dig into the food and immediately notice a complete lack of flavor or seasoning. It was so bland that I was momentarily afraid that I might have contracted Covid. I reached for the pickled turnips and peppers, I could taste those perfectly fine. They were intense, so I knew it wasn't Covid. My co-worker tried a bite and he immediately spat it out. I feel bad leaving a bad review because the guy seemed nice, but this was by far, the single worst Mediterranean food I have ever had. It's one of the worst meals I've had in general.

Really enjoyed Shawarma House. The shawarma was packed with meat, fresh, flavorful, and grilled…read moreperfectly on the outside. Good portions too, definitely not one of those wraps where you're searching for the filling . The fries came out hot and crispy, everything tasted fresh, and the sauces went really well with the food. I also liked the atmosphere. It's clean, casual, and a good place to sit down with friends or coworkers for lunch. Great service!!! Definitely coming back. If you're craving a solid shawarma, this place is worth checking out.

I recently tried Shawarma House for the first time, but I can only speak about the food as I was…read moremerely enjoying a takeout order that I myself did not pick up. We ordered the Family Meal #1 with the beef and chicken and all of the sides. Not only was this a small feast, everything was delicious and perfectly cooked. While I liked both the beef and chicken shawarma, the spices on the chicken were especially flavorful and delicious. Excellently cooked buttery soft rice, and the baba ganoush were some of my favorites--along with the garlic spread, which was highly addictive! The baklava here is also lovely, and I really enjoyed the malted pineapple beverage I tried.

So fresh, so fit! Love Fresh Off the Boat Fish Grill, delicious food without much guilt. We ordered…read moresome dinner here last night, and the whole family enjoyed our meal. Had to try a fish dish, and opted for their Barramundi. It was so good! Soft, flaky pieces with great seasoning. I really enjoyed their rice and sauces that came. Got to try their gyro plate as well, and absolutely loved it. We all agreed we would eat here again. Take out is easy! You just order online through their website. Food is still warm and fresh when it gets home, and is prepared quickly for you. Best of all, you get to enjoy a delicious dinner that feels healthy even after you finish your meal. I'll hop back on this boat again soon!

Really fresh and healthy Mediterranean and Mexican food. We also got the hummus with pita and loved…read morehow flavorful and creamy it was. It came with a little salad and the guy taking our order recommended this as well. I got the cod baja bowl and it was a hefty plate with cabbage and beans. Definitely more affordable than California fish grill and loved the sauce that came with it. The chicken gyro had a nice taste and the pita was warm and soft. I didn't feel like this place was too special, but I could see the appeal of wanting something fast, fresh, and healthy.