Food is great, service is excellent, we are usually served by a girl named Sienna. She does a great job at making us feel welcomed and served! read more

One of my all-time favorite Mediterranean restaurants! I always enjoy coming to Panini Kabob Grill, and the food never disappoints. Their Trio Hummus Plate is a must-order for me, and I absolutely love their Chicken Caesar Wrap--both are so delicious and full of flavor. The Victoria Gardens location is also a great spot to stop by when I'm in the area. Definitely one of those places I keep coming back to! Check out their many locations. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Hummus trio - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

Came here on Labor Day weekend on Sunday at 3pm, got sat promptly 15 minutes after we arrived and another 15 minutes till the server got to us. We were told the server was going to take a while to get to us so that's okay. Food was extremely good, forgot how good and fresh it tasted as I've been here before. The meat portions are a little low for my liking but I have a big appetite. It was an additional 17$ to add an extra kabob skewer of chicken to my plate which I thought was ridiculous so I didn't get it. The lamb was very tasty and so was the rice and strawberry salad. Only reason I'm giving 4 stars is because the host stand is unorganized and it did take a long time to get our food. The host stand didn't have a proper waiting list where you give your name and number, instead we were standing in line while it was raining for each person in front of you to get seated. read more

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Stopped by here today to pick up a gift card and decided to grab a snack. Upon walking in, I noticed the health score was a B... yikes. I still decided to order hummus (because last week when I ordered it, I wasn't satisfied) and me trying to be healthy, I ordered it with cucumber. And I ordered a small Caesar salad. It seems the quality of their food has changed. The hummus wasn't as crave worthy as it used to be to be. And they gave a little bit of cucumber. Last week when I ordered from PKG (different location) they gave a ton of pita bread (which wasn't soft, but crunchy due to warming it up too much on the fire) with no hummus! I had to get my husband's hummus and it was a small container. Not enough for the amount of pita bread they provided. The Caesar salad wasn't good, but the dressing seemed watered down and not creamy enough, imo. Not sure what it is but the quality of the food isn't like it was before. Service was kind of slow for just ordering hummus and salad. read more

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My boss has raved about this place on several occasions. When I saw we have a location right in Victoria Gardens, I decided I had to check this place out! I placed an order online for pickup and was given a pickup time. The place is very open, spacious and just has a neat vibe to it. I walked right up to the counter to give them my name for pick up and they said they were finishing it up. There were other people waiting for their orders as well. A couple minutes later, the gentleman behind the counter called out "Daniel" and the guy waiting next to me jumped right in and grabbed the bag and took off. I had wondered "I hope they didn't pronounce my name wrong and that was MY order." But didn't think much of it. Then the gentleman behind the counter asked me the name for my order. When I said "Danielle" he said "oh that was yours, the guy just left." He kind of looked at me like it was my problem to fix, so I took off after the guy and the employee followed me. Thankfully, the guy didn't get very far because he was verifying the order, so we made the exchange. Whew! I ordered the charbroiled chicken shish kabob with extra grilled veggies and a side Mediterranean salad as well as the hummus trio with sliced cucumbers instead of pita bread. The chicken kabob meal was delicious! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the option to add on more veggies was much appreciated! I was really excited about the hummus trio, but sadly I found it to be lacking flavor. With the 3 options of regular hummus, spicy red bell pepper and edamame, I was definitely expecting a flavor explosion, but it fell flat for me. I'd definitely come back to try more of their main dishes. Seems like a great little spot to dine in. read more

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Honestly, the food here is really good, but the service is so slow that it ruins the experience. I came for dinner yesterday and we were told it's a 45 minute wait. I said that's fine and it ended up being more like 20 minutes. We were seated around 7:30pm. Our waiver was friendly, and we placed our order. Got the drinks pretty quick, our app came out in a decent amount of time and then it took nearly ONE HOUR to receive our entrees. We were never checked on or told anything about the slow time. I noticed a lot of people sitting waiting on food and they had our waiter on both sides of the restaurant and then mainly in the back kitchen which made no sense. I'm just disappointed that this isn't the first time this happened. Every time I come the service is very slow and I know I'm not the only one who feels this way. Their food is good, but not sure it's worth the wait. read more

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Don't believe the pictures on the website. This is the meatlover plate I received vs their website picture. I remember when they used to make this plate so big I couldn't finish it. The amount of chicken is almost half what's on their website. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Website picture of Meat Lovers plate. - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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If you are coming with a group then family style is the way to go. Great portion for 4 people, always leftovers. Comes with a good quantity of meat and 2 salads. Personally really enjoy bulgar pilaf here which is a good nutritious alternative to rice. The outdoor seating is pleasant especially when there is nice weather. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Family Combo (4) - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

$50 for less than a pound of meat? What.A.Rip.Off. We will not be returning. We've been customers of PKG for a number of years, and it was great (while it lasted). It started going downhill when they got rid of the PKG Rewards. We stopped going soon after that. For some reason, we decided to give a chance one more time a couple of days ago. Big mistake. We ordered to-go, and got the "Family Kabob Combo", 2 skewers. Since we're not big fans of their chicken, we subbed one of the chicken skewers for two Koobideh (with an upcharge of $6) and one Salmon skewer (with another upcharge of $5). The total was $45.97 + Tax ($3.56), grand total of $49.53. This would have been OK, if they gave you a reasonable amount of food for what you pay. Instead, we got a large container of rice, and two small containers of meat and vegetables. Unfortunately, as you can see from the photos, what you get meat-wise is basically extremely skimpy. The two Koobideh skewers weighed a total of 10 OZ. That's TWO of them together (see photo), not one, they weighed only 5 OZ each - barely more than a quarter pound hamburger. The Salmon "skewer" had a total of 5 pieces of salmon, each weighing only 0.8 OZ each, a total of 4 OZ! So what we got for the princely sum of $50 was 14 OZ of meat total - less than a pound, and a whole lot of rice, which costs them next to nothing. If you look at a lot of the older photos of the Koobideh skewers here on Yelp, you can see how much they have shrunk in just a few short years. My guesstimate is they're 50% smaller than they used to be, I know for sure since I bought them in the past that they used to be much larger. The price has increased 35% since we last ate here a couple of years ago, and you get 50% less food for that money, losing on both ends of the transaction. We feel cheated, to say the least. It's too bad, since we do like the taste of the food itself, it hasn't changed - what has changed is the value for what you pay. It isn't worth what they're charging for such a little bit of food (many other restaurants have gone the same way, sad to say). We won't be eating there ever again after this experience, it's impossible to enjoy a meal when you know you're being ripped off. read more

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All of the other Mediterranean restaurants aim to be Panini Kabob. Believe me . My wife and I have tried them all and we always end up here. My wife ordered the combination beef and chicken kabob. It's a lot of food so she knows there will always be enough to take home. The basmati rice is always perfect but the magic they do with the onions and tomatoes is something I've never experienced. I had the Chicken Pesto Panini with the lentil soup. (Love lentils). A big sandwich that is easily one of the best sandwiches ever. Bread toasted perfectly stuffed with chicken. Also a big sandwich plenty left for later. Heads up though. You will be waiting in a line if you arrive after noon. But hang in there it's worth it. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Big Chicken Pesto Panini - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

The food is delicious, but the service is super slow. Took over 30 minutes to order my lunch and receive it. Also - the cleanliness of the restaurant is not what it used to be :/ Too bad, I liked this place ... read more

For a franchise spot, Panini Kabob Grill honestly delivers. As someone who's big on kabobs and Mediterranean food, this place definitely hits when the craving kicks in. The food is consistently good, flavorful, and satisfying. You can tell they know what they're doing. But only in certain lanes. Pro tip: just stick with the kabobs. That's where they shine. I got a little curious and tried some of the seafood and pasta dishes... they were alright, but nothing memorable. Not bad, just not what you come here for. If you keep it simple and order what they're known for, you'll leave happy. Start exploring the menu too much and it's kind of a hit or "meh." read more

Sianna, as usual did an excellent job being our waitress. She is the best! her attitude is always positive and content and she always goes beyond her way to attend us! hope his or her manager appreciates her good work! Food is excellent as usual! great place to bring the whole family read more

Came here on a Monday afternoon. There was no wait and we sat right away. The server brought us waters and took our order promptly. We ordered the family style chicken kabob meal. Holy moly it was delicious. I don't know how they do it but you just eat and eat and never feel full. The food here is phenomenal, healthy and packed with flavor! The restaurant has seating both indoor and out door and not areas a nice and spacious. I will keep coming back here. It's such a great deal for what you get. read more

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The food was good, but unfortunately the service was very poor. The waiter (a young man wearing glasses) seemed angry while taking our order, and the female staff member was not in a better mood either. It was clear that they do not enjoy their job and are only working for the paycheck. When someone works at a job they don't like--especially in a restaurant--it shows in the way customers are treated. We did not feel comfortable in that place. The prices are completely different from their location in Irvine. Even small requests or simple modifications to the food result in extra charges on the bill, whereas their Irvine branch does not do that. We finished our meal quickly. I asked for to-go boxes to take the remaining food with me, but no one responded, so I had to go and get them myself. After that, I asked the girl for bags to put the boxes in. She said she would bring them, but unfortunately she never did, so once again I had to get them myself. In my opinion, this restaurant is only suitable for people who want to serve themselves, because you will not receive much service here. The only service you get is when the food is placed in front of you, and the second service is when you pay the bill. In conclusion: the food is good, but the service is very bad. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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The food is always great here, but the service needs to be improved. It's typical to find servers looking around as if to help someone, but they never stop to ask if you need anything. Other than that, the food is delicious and healthy. The ambiance is great. read more

Unfortunately, my experience at this location was very disappointing. I ordered a beef and chicken plate and found a piece of latex glove in my food, which is completely unacceptable and concerning. That's something you don't expect anywhere, especially at a restaurant. It's disappointing because this location is in Victoria Gardens, an otherwise great area with plenty of food and shopping options. While the service is usually okay, it's never great--and the response when I called about this issue only added to the frustration. Based on this experience, I won't be returning to this location. read more

My family and I had an early lunch here. It's in the mall and very visible from the street. The restaurant is pretty casual and pretty clean. We arrived at opening so there were lots of tables open and we were seated immediately. Our server was okay. She didn't really seem happy to be there but she got our orders correct. The food was also out at a reasonable time. We ordered the family meal of chicken kabob, basmati rice, two salads, and vegetables. The chicken was pretty moist (not dry) and seasoned well. We also ordered a hummus platter which was also very good. For a group of 5, these dishes were more than enough for us. It was also very reasonably priced. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Family Combo (4) - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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Love this place! Came here right when it opened and love how welcoming the staff were. I love the cleanliness of this place. I think during the week it doesn't get too busy, but I know on the weekends this place does get packed. The food here is not to heavy, I got the Charbroiled Chicken Shish Kabob plate & love the portions, I was only able to eat half and saved the rest, it came with rice and side salad of your choice, I chose the Mediterranean and so fresh! Also, if you are counting your calories and looking for fresh food, this is the place! read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Charbroiled Chicken Shish Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

Terrible customer service from Albert who claims he's a manager, offered us no resolution to our $70 order. We now have to wait 5-7 business days for a refund and have to spend an additional $70 if we want to reorder with the possibility of them canceling it again. read more

The primary concern was the lack of adequate service. Although an employee indicated that the waitress was too occupied to attend to us and assured us that our needs would be addressed, we received no further communication from staff after receiving our food. Meanwhile, three subsequent groups of customers--arriving within fifteen to twenty-five minutes after us and consisting of the same number of individuals--received prompt and attentive service. Additionally, we were the only individuals of color present; no staff approached us to inquire if we needed water or any other assistance, not even a napkin. In contrast, the other four tables at the establishment were frequently observed being approached multiple times during their visits, which caused emotional distress to my mother. Efforts to speak with the manager, were unsuccessful, as he appeared to be too busy. Upon leaving the premises, I contacted the establishment and was advised to call back within an hour. Furthermore, the glasses provided to us were cracked; when I raised this issue, staff members dismissed our concerns dismissively, accompanied by laughter and smiles. This sequence of events is wholly unacceptable, particularly given the current social climate and the importance of respectful treatment for all customers. read more

Panini Kabob Grill used to be one of my favorite restaurants, but unfortunately the food quality and customer service have gone noticeably downhill. I've been a frequent customer for years, which is why this review is disappointing to write. Over my last few visits, the food has not tasted fresh, and the service has lacked the care and quality the restaurant used to provide. The koobideh kabobs I once loved no longer taste fresh, and during one visit the pasta sauce was watery and disappointing. I've also noticed many recent negative Yelp reviews that management does not seem to acknowledge or respond to. Tonight's experience was the worst yet. We came here to celebrate my brother-in-law's graduation with a family dinner for eight people, expecting the good food and service this restaurant was once known for. Instead, the steak skewers in our family meal came out almost raw and bloody inside -- completely undercooked and unsafe to serve. When we complained, the restaurant took the same meat back to the kitchen, recooked it, and brought it back out. Since we had already started eating from the platter, having the same meat returned felt unappetizing. On top of that, it took nearly 30 minutes for the replacement to come back, and by then the rest of the table had already finished eating. I spoke with the manager, and the initial resolution offered was one free tiramisu for a party of eight. After I explained that a single dessert did not make up for serving raw meat and making us wait so long, they offered one additional tiramisu. That response felt completely inadequate given the situation. Most restaurants would have removed the item from the bill or offered a meaningful discount. Instead, this experience showed very little accountability or concern for customer satisfaction and food safety It's unfortunate to see a restaurant that was once consistently good decline this much. Panini Kabob Grill needs stronger management, better customer service, fresher food, and more attention to customer feedback -- including responding to the growing number of negative reviews. And they really need to bring their garlic sauce back... it drastically enhanced the meal. Without it, the food falls a bit flat. read more

I finally made it to experience the purported awe of this place. Considering I hadn't eaten all day, it didn't take me long to order the Shrimp Kabob w/ Basmati rice, Mediterranean salad, and a side of spicy hummus. I missed out on the aesthetic of the kabob being on a skewer because the shrimp and veggies were simply placed purposefully in the box. The shrimp, advertised as "jumbo prawns," didn't really give jumbo at all, but they were definitely a good size for my petite pallet. They were full of flavor, yet, a salt shake away from being too salty. The Basmati rice, was tasty and I thoroughly enjoyed the grilled onions and tomatoes. The green peppers could've cooked a little longer. My salad had way too many tomatoes and cucumbers, hardly any onion, and the most disappointing part was that there were zero Kalamata olives. You may be wondering why it was disappointing. Well, first it's not very Mediterranean if one of the primary components is missing. And, secondly, I specifically asked if the salad actually contained olives, and was told that it did. I would have made a different selection had I known there would be none. So, yes, I missed out on that too. Their dressing with the olives would've complimented each other quite well. The spicy hummus was delicious. Although the gentleman mentioned it being a four ounce serving when taking my order, it's more like maybe a 2 oz. serving in a 4 oz. container. So, if you really enjoy hummus like I believe you will the one served here, keep that in mind. Moving on from the food... It's a nice restaurant, different than what I expected, and very clean and comfortable. Everyone I encountered seemed full of energy and pleasant. It was refreshing to see restaurant workers move in a manner which displays enjoyment for what they do. I was told, there was one couples' to go order ahead of me when I arrived. I thought my wait would be minimal. However, I waited for a little over 30 minutes. Acknowledging my extended wait, one of the Expeditors eventually apologized to me for wait, and said. "Your food is ready, we're just waiting on the salad." About 10 minutes later the salad arrived. I then watched as he placed it the bag, it dangling from his hand as he asked another worker if he found the order of a customer a delivery driver came to pick up. As they stared at the screen, I wondered how long it would take for him to turn around and hand me the bag. Eventually, he did, apologizing again. Anyway, one thing I am going to do is tell the entire "story" surrounding my visit. None of the above scenario was a turnoff for me. And, I already know what I want to dine-in and try next. Yes, given all this, I will return, and I do recommend Panini Kabob Grill. read more

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A bug crawled out of our salad and onto the rest of the food. The manager said it is their corporate policy to only comp the "affected plate" despite all of us eating the apparently unwashed salads. We were regular customers here but not after this. Our lovely server had the decency to apologize but the management here took no accountability and tried to imply this bug somehow flew in from outside onto the plate. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - They must get bugs in food all the time - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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Sianna was an amazing server! Super kind and attentive to our whole party. Food was delicious as well!

This is a place my boyfriend and I go to. Yes I used to come here way before we met, so I introduced him to it. And just like he felt in love with me he also did with PaniniKabob. This place is not just delicious but also beyond healthy and it fits my meal plan and calories. Tania for someone reason is always our server and she never fails to give us great customer service with a her young and goal oriented personality. read more

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Shrimp was only lukewarm warm, croutons in salad were completely stale. Server never refilled our drinks yet did so with all other tables around us. read more

Panini Kabob Grill is inspired by Persian cuisine; however, waiters are not Persian so you can't get a good customer service experience in panini kabob. For example if you go to an Iranian restaurant they are very welcoming and friendly but in panini you're still working on your food and a waiter ( without asking you ) just bring your bill. I think it's their training that they didn't teach their employees to not be rude because there are too many different choices in the area and they should be thankful for their customers spending their money in their restaurant. I had a bad customer service experience there and I wouldn't go back there. read more

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Stopped here for lunch quick bite to eat. The food is very fresh , and the server making sure to attend to our needs , the place is very clean read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Family Combo (2) - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

The food is always great! If you are looking for a conplete dining experience though, I'd go elsewhere. We have had someone tell my husband when picking up take out he may have to be kicked out if more customers came in. The times we have dined in, servers take forever to just take our drink order. Waitress dropped straws at my feet and didn't bother to pick them up. read more

Sianna gave amazing service! Her warm and bubbly personality was the cherry on top of yummy Mediterranean eats. I especially enjoyed the kebab! Ask for Sianna! You'll be well taken care of! read more

Nothing but the best. Best food, best service at the best price. Keanu's service was impeccable. The place was packed and his service never wavered. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Pkg combo - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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The Koobedeh wrap and salad were crisp. FRESH INGREDIENTS a plus. Lots of flavor and doesn't leave you bloated. The atmosphere was inviting and friendly servants. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Koobedeh with lemon avacado salad. - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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Panini Kabob was overall a good experience. The service was great and the staff are very friendly. The dining room was well maintained and very clean. I had the hummus trio and beef koobideh kabob for lunch. It was ok, but I just felt underwhelmed. The flavor of the koobideh was good, but wasn't a huge fan of the hummus. And I love hummus! Who knows, it could've been an off day. I would totally give Panini Kabob another go, but I'd probably order something different next time. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Koobideh Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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Oh my gosh what a gem! We accidentally stumbled on this place because the place we were going across the street was closed for renovations. It was insanely good and the portions are hearty! Great for large groups, great service! The server was so attentive and helped us order the right amount of food and made some great recommendations! We were in foodie heaven! There were a ton of people taking to go orders and a lot of people coming to sit down. It was bustling but quiet and not loud and they got us in and out quickly. I was so impressed! read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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We had such a great experience at Panini Kabob Grill! From start to finish, everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. We started with the hummus and pita bread, and it was the perfect appetizer -- creamy, smooth hummus paired with warm, fluffy pita. The family dug into the delicious appetizer before i could take a nice picture. For our main meal, we ordered the Family Platter with chicken kabob, basmati rice, and strawberry date salad. The chicken was perfectly grilled -- juicy, tender, and seasoned just right. The rice was light and fragrant, and the salad added a really nice sweet and tangy balance to the meal. The portions were generous, the service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was casual and nice. read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Hummus plattter - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

PKG is our go-to place at Victoria Gardens. Whether it's for birthdays, anniversary or anytime our family feels like dining out, this is where we go. The quality, price and taste is consistent. We always get the family meal, hummus trio plate, strawberry date salad and Caesar's salad, which rounds out our entire meal. Plan to go early and be prepared to wait during busy dining hours on weekends. On the downside however, I have noticed lately their meat protein (whether it's chicken, steak or fish) has gotten smaller in portion sizes. The rice ratio is a lot! We always have leftover rice that we end up taking it home. read more

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$75 of DoorDash. Meat was raw. Koobideh is not supposed to be grilled like a steak. Should be thoroughly cooked. I ended up giving the meat to the stray cats that live in my neighborhood. If you want Persian food you need to go to Irvine or Westwood read more

Panini Kabob Grill - Uncooked and raw - Mediterranean Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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The hummus trio was perfect! It comes with a spicy hummus, regular, and edamame. I had never tried an edamame hummus and wasn't sure about it at first but it was the favorite at the table! The food comes out hot and you can taste the quality. The Arnold Palmer is not overly sweet or too bitter, it is perfect! Service was wonderful and the ambiance immaculate! Definitely worth a try if you want mediterranean! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 read more

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Very slow service, cheap cut of beef the menu state's flat iron steak but it's more like chuck steak, and no seasoning at all