Pidde G

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I really love the atmosphere here. The food was good, although it was a little pricey. The service…read morewas great, and I really enjoyed my experience. I'll definitely come back again!

Went here for my birthday/friday date night and the vibes were so fun! Very high energy. The drinks…read morewere so yummy and I love how the evil eye cocktail looks. The appetizers and entrees are big enough to do family style/split them. Please don't come here after 8pm on Fridays and Saturday's thinking you'll have a chill dinner. Expect a party, a performance from staff and to be dancing in your chair or on the dance floor. The staff go above and beyond to make the magic happen. A vibe like that doesn't just happen

Inside

Seafood pasta

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Complimentary bread with olive oil

Manakish Oven & Grill

4.2(717 reviews)

2.6 mi

First, Naya is one of my new favorite people. So warm and inviting…read more Clean environment. Busy with what looked like regulars. We ordered a few items to try for our first time. Mostly non meat salads, lentil soup, humus, pita and fries. All very well put together and flavorful. Can't say I have a favorite, all were good. Oh and the rose lemonade was delicious, too. Will definitely return for more. Everyone should try this place at least twice.

Overpriced, small portions, and an $8 coffee that absolutely isn't worth $8…read more I gave Mankish a try on a Saturday around 4:30 PM. The wait was about 15 minutes, which was reasonable. I ordered the chicken kabob wrap with a choice of salad or fries for $20.99, along with a 16 oz pistachio coffee for $8. After tax, I was right around $32 total. The food was okay, but that's really all I can say about it. For nearly $21, the portion was small and the meal did not feel remotely worth the price. And then there's the $8 pistachio coffee. This was one of the biggest disappointments. It tasted like regular coffee with some crushed pistachios thrown in, yet they're charging $8 for a 16 oz cup. I've had plenty of specialty coffee at Starbucks that costs less, tastes better, and is consistently made. To make matters worse, the woman at the register told me they were missing the base for the coffee I ordered. If you're charging $8 for a drink, I expect it to be made correctly, taste good, and be consistent. The biggest issue with Mankish is value. For around $30, I can feed two people at In-N-Out. I can feed two people at Chipotle. At Mankish, I spent roughly $30 on one small meal and a mediocre $8 coffee. The food isn't terrible , it's just completely overpriced for what you're getting. When you're charging premium prices, the portions, quality, consistency, and overall experience need to justify it. Unfortunately, they don't. $30+ for one person and I left feeling like I barely ate. Overall: 3/10. The food is okay, but the prices are ridiculous for the portions and quality. The $8 coffee was especially disappointing. I wouldn't return.

Indoor seating

Freshly Squeezed Lemonade

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As you walk in...

Daryoush

4.4(660 reviews)

Fabulous food - extensive menu. Ordered vegan eggplant stew…read more Huge portion split between two people. Beautiful ambiance: cozy and intimate enough for a date yet casual enough for a meal with friends. Exceptional service: kind, very friendly and very accommodating. Look forward to going again!

This was my third visit to Daryoush. We were in Walnut Creek to run another errand and decided to…read morestop by for a late lunch or early dinner. As with my previous two visits, the service was very good and professional. We were greeted immediately and seated. The restaurant has a few tables outside in front, while the indoor dining area is long, nicely decorated, and comfortable. The wall decorations are reminiscent of the ancient ruins of Iran's Achaemenid dynasty. Daryoush, after whom the restaurant is named, was one of the most powerful kings of that dynasty more than two millennia ago. We started with Salad-e Shirazi, which literally means "salad from Shiraz," a historic city in Iran. It's made with chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions, dressed with lime juice. I usually add a little olive oil. It hit the spot and whetted our appetites! For our main course, we ordered the Daryoush Plate, which comes with three kabob skewers: filet mignon (Barg), chicken (Jujeh), with a choice of breast or thigh, and ground beef (Koobideh). It also comes with two servings of basmati rice. Since we didn't want to overeat, we substituted a salad for one serving of rice. Even then, when the food arrived, it was a generous amount for two people! The chicken breast kabob was perfect! The other two kabobs were very good, and the rice was just fine. We wrapped up our meal with a couple of cups of Persian tea. After three visits, Daryoush remains a place I enjoy returning to for good Persian food and consistently attentive service.

The main kitchen

Khoresht Bodemjan

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Bakhtiari Kabob

Silk Road

3.8(788 reviews)

3.1 mi

Easy location to find. Nice patio seating. The staff are really great to interact with…read more Chicken kebab, rice, salad, fries, large pita and so fresh (best I've had in a while), the hummus ... everything is delicious and consistent over the couple of trips I've made. Looking forward to trying more things.

My absolute favorite Mediterranean place to eat in Walnut Creek…read more We love to sit outside on the patio with lush plants and enjoyable music. We have a few favorites that we absolutely love. The dolmades are so sweet and tender with a fantastic balsamic glaze sauce that is to die for! The hummus is nothing I've tasted before. I have no idea how they use garbanzo beans olive oil and paprika taste so delicious. I love how they serve a complimentary pita bread with a secret dip as soon as you sit down. The dip has tomatoes, onions, parsley, garlic and? That dip is just amazing! The garlic shrimp was good but I'm a garlic lover so bring it on! The flavors of the food at Silk Road are Amazing! Such a hidden gem in Walnut Creek!

Catering

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Babalou's Mediterranean

3.8(995 reviews)

Came here and ordered the spicy combination platter to go (rice + lamb + chicken + hummus +…read morecucumber salad). I paid $16.49 which I thought was good for the amount of food. The service wasn't exactly friendly- they didn't really communicate much with me and just pointed at my to-go bag and where to tap my card. I don't typically like lamb but it was very juicy and seasoned well here, so I enjoyed it! The chicken was delicious and definitely my favorite. I thought the rice was just ok, it was bit dry. I agree with others that it's a shame they don't include garlic sauce or other sauce on the side. The inside had a few tables for seating. There is no patio area, so outside seating was not an option.

No wait or long line. When you enter you can see the restaurant very clean and organized. Ample…read moreseating area for dine ins. My order was taken right away and food was ready in no time. The gentleman at the cashier was very friendly and came to find out he used to work at the Mediterranean place I've been going to in Palo Alto what a coincidence. Prices on their menu are very affordable. The chicken and lamb were very flavorful same at the cucumber and tomato salad was very fresh and the falafels are just the perfect t crunch. Overall, I highly recommend this Mediterranean restaurant because their food is delicious and affordable..

Menu as of 4/2025

Pita bread

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Ordering main area, menu is large and simple but no pics

Sipeos Restaurant and Bar

4.8(248 reviews)

Women-owned & operated

Locally owned & operated

We loved Sipeos so much that we came back again the very next day! This time we had the chance to…read moremeet the owner, who was incredibly kind and took the time to tell us about how Sipeos came to be and the inclusive environment they're trying to create. I really love the thought behind their menu. There's such a diverse selection for both vegans and non-vegans, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, so everyone can come together and actually have plenty of options. We ordered some of the same food we loved the first time and also tried the pizza this time. Once again, everything was amazing! And having vegan desserts to choose from just makes it even better. Great food, great atmosphere, and after getting to know a little more about the people and idea behind Sipeos, we appreciate this place even more. We'll definitely be back!

I've been actively seeking out plant-based restaurants for a while now - albeit with limited…read moresuccess. Of all places, I'm surprised the Bay Area doesn't have waaaaaay more plant-based dining, and I welcome any suggestions from my fellow Yelpers on spots I may have missed! So when I learned of Sipeos, featuring a plant-based Mediterranean menu, I immediately bookmarked it, and this weekend we tried it out. To be clear, since the term 'plant-based' gets muddled a lot these days, Sipeos is a vegetarian, not strictly vegan restaurant. However, they do have fully vegan options, and other selections can be modified to be vegan - yay for vegan cheese! We perused the menu, and ordered a couple of drinks, and the Under the Tuscan Sun pizza to share: mozzarella, arugula, mushrooms, and beans. Pretty tasty, but I do wish there was less dough. Props for a 100% seed oil-free menu! Their beverage program promotes low and no-alcohol cocktails, wines, and beers. Not my jam, but I understand the intention, and that's what the cool kids are into these days. It's also odd to me that mocktails are priced the same as actual cocktails, and not just here, I've noticed this trend at other places as well. But if you want to spend $14 for juice, who am I to argue? Service was good, and the ambiance was nice. May return at some point.

Veggie Burger, Loaded Hummus, Mushroom Melody Pinsa Pizza, and Lunch Special.

Smoky Margarita Pinsa Pizza

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Impossible Kefta Skewer

The Kebab Shop

We ordered the chicken bowl, truffle fries and falafel wrap. Everything was delicious! Friendly…read morestaff.

Love the food! Very clean and great service. The new hummus is delicious too…read more Highly recommend!

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Kabab Burger Mediterranean Grill

3.9(468 reviews)

6.6 mi

Update to prior review. "Andres" great job, and a reminder that all the employees there provide…read moreexcellent customer service. A very satisfied customer! Respectfully, William K.

Here's a simple, natural 5-star review:…read more Great food, friendly service, and a clean restaurant. Everything was fresh and delicious. I'll definitely be back!

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Kabob House

4.2(505 reviews)

3.1 mi

Had an amazing experience here! The food was absolutely delicious--everything tasted fresh and…read moreperfectly prepared. The staff were incredibly polite, friendly, and welcoming, which made the whole visit even better. On top of that, the prices were very reasonable for the quality you get. I truly enjoyed my time here and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

The food is delicious. Lamb shank fall apart tender, and the rice was full of herby flavor. Owners…read moreare sweet and hard working.

Restaurant front

San Diego wrap w/ raw onions. They're about a foot long

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Regular Ghormeh Sabzi

The Mediterranean

3.9(710 reviews)

3.6 mi

The food is fresh and fantastic. Best mezze platter, especially falafel, dolmas, hummus and pita…read more Fantastic value.

I was in Concord and came across this little hole in the wall food spot that I had never noticed…read morebefore, even though I drive through this area regularly. I'm glad I decided to give it a try because the food was delicious and the portions were generous for the price. The service was great fast, friendly, and welcoming. Since it was my first visit, the staff was very helpful in answering my questions and making recommendations. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in the area.