I don't write reviews very often. Usually I have to really want to, and that doesn't happen a lot. Raffi's earned one. I had a combo plate. Honestly, combo plates are combo plates. What separates this place for me is the meat. The skewers were cooked really well, and the lula was excellent too. Good kebab isn't as easy to find as people think, and that's what keeps me coming back. I also liked the pickled vegetables that come with the plate. Nice little touch, and the grilled vegetables were done well too. They have indoor and outdoor seating, a large free parking lot, and of course they do catering - as you can see from their name )). If I ever needed catering for an event, I'd definitely consider them. A little sad inside for me. Easy 5 stars from me. The meat alone is worth it. read more

Raffi's Catering and Banquet - Combo plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Pasadena, California

I first visited and tried Raffi's for a friend's birthday celebration back in 2021, and it's become my go-to Armenian spot since. Their lule and chicken kebab are always perfectly seasoned, and pair wonderfully with their tabbouleh. The portions are very generous, making it a great meal for sharing with family and friends. They also always have such friendly service. read more

After hiking the mountains, friends and I decided on eating at Raffi's Catering and Banquet. Service was pretty bad, slow to get everything going for our party of 8. From getting the correct number of place settings, water for the table and food to arrive, service was so incredibly slow. We hunted down the waiter a couple times, as he didn't really check on our party. Dirty dishes from other patrons sat for awhile on empty tables. Despite the wait, food was good, edible. Portion sizes are huge, so come hungry. I got the combo kebab plate (see my pic) and everything taste as expected. Pita bread was a bit dry and hard. Good value for the price here. Inside and outside seating. Large free parking. My group sat outside, as there was outdoor fans cooling us off on such a warm afternoon. read more

Raffi's Catering and Banquet - Combo Kebab Plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Pasadena, California

Our family hosted a family rehearsal dinner there and so glad I was introduced to this place. This is the best Mediterranean food I've had ever. The meat was so tender, the baba ghanoush was smoky and addictive. I could not stop picking at everything. Even the wine selection was perfect. We are adding this place as a go to spot for the family from here on out. read more

Delicious food and excellent service in a nice and pleasant ambiance. Been ordering catering from them for a few years and grabbing take out but finally did a dine in. Food is amazing as always! Brought a friend and it became her fav Mediterranean restaurant. Love love their kibbeh! Meats are seasoned well and tender! From their chicken , luleh kebab to the filet. So good! We love their combo plate! Their tabouleh too, onions are not overpowering like some places. Everyone there is so friendly and helpful. So willing to work with you. Portions are so generous! I can get 3 meals out of one of their plates! 2 if I'm really hungry! Run by a sweet family that treats everyone like family. Every time I've done catering with them I always have people ask me for their contact info. If you've never been, you're missing out! They also have a huge room you can book for parties. read more

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I went to Raffi's for the first time and it was so delicious! Everything was cooked so well and so flavorful/ The inside of the restaurant is beautiful. What makes it the best is the service. This is a family owned business and they truly care for and really take care of their customers. They have so many regulars, showing that it's a place people love coming back to. I can't wait to try more of their food! Thank you! read more

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Nice outdoor patio seating where my family and I could enjoy our combination family style meal. It came with a good variety of meats and sides. Babaganoush and Kibbeh were great appetizers! Little hard to get the attention of waiters sometimes because they seemed to keep disappearing inside the restaurant for long periods of time, but very delicious food! read more

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So tasty. If you're coming with a bigger party and planning to share, ask them to assemble family style and all the meats will be placed together on top of their naan/thin flatbread. Soaks up all that goodness!!! Stand out meats were definitely the chicken thigh and lamb rack + ground beef stick. Super flavorful and will not be disappointed. Their garlic dip on our chicken plate was tangy with a punch but complimented everything well. The rice was decent but my family loved their fries. Can ask for ranch. read more

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Is it an honest mistake? Perhaps....but having 2 misleading item descriptions on the 2 items I ordered seems like too much of a coincidence. I like gyro and it's getting increasingly rare to find true gyro that is roasted on a spit and then sliced. Most restaurants now are using deli meat like preformed meat to save cost. That is fine, but don't describe your product to be something it is not. I feel tricked into ordering this. I had to throw it away after 2 bites. But wait, there's more. My combo plate did not contain the beef filet that is described in their menu. Instead, it is replaced by a top round or similarly chewy cut of beef. It is perfectly fine to use top round for kebab and I'm sure many places do. The problem is when you lie to your customers, causing them to order an item which they might not have done prior to being mislead. I wasted almost $60 dollars on this, so I felt obligated to let others know. read more

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Our women's ministry at church held their annual Christmas luncheon here. I didn't know this place had such a pretty and private banquet hall. It's great for small to medium sized parties. The food is served family style. Pretty standard Mediterranean food. The eggplant dip was the stand out dish. The chicken was pretty good too. They didn't bring out garlic sauce but were really accommodating about bringing us a little when we asked. Just wish it came standard. Even though we were told we could ask for more of the dishes we liked, they didn't refill. I also had to keep asking them to refill our sodas. Nothing was a deal breaker but the food is ok for the area it's in. read more

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Tasty food with good variety. Nice service. Friendly serving people Why do I need 85 characters just to post a review. I liked it I will go back. Try it read more

To tired (and busy working on never ending house stuff) to make dinner. Sooo, my AWESOME wife remembered this Mediterranean Restaurant which we never got a chance to go because the wait was way too long for dinner on a Friday night. Well, we made it today for a late lunch/early dinner and it was empty but the front counter was extremely busy with large takeout orders (very good sign) . Bottom line, the food was AMAZING and portions were large, hence a midnight "snack" is ready and waiting for an encore!!!! read more

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I've been coming in for chicken wraps, today I came in for 3 meat plate- chix kebab, meat kebab and Lule kebob was delicious and tender, rice was fluffy and yummy, everything was fresh! Hummus was delicious ! Service was great! Ambiance is greatdefinitely want to use their catering read more

Raffi's Catering and Banquet in Sierra Madre - This spot serves up some solid food, and they've got a banquet hall you can rent if you've got an event. I stopped by the other day for a quick lunch and went with the combo kebab plate so I could try a little of everything. The plate came loaded with beef, chicken, and lule kebabs--almost too much food to finish! The beef was definitely the standout--grilled perfectly, tender, and not dry at all. Overall, it was a satisfying meal, and I left stuffed. I'd definitely come back, but next time I'll probably grab it to-go. read more

Raffi's Catering and Banquet - Kebab plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I came here with my family yesterday and we got the best service ever The food was amazing everything tasted so good the place was very clean Staff were super friendly I would definitely come back here when I come back to California read more

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It's been a while, last time was for lunch on a weekday. Still crowded, just not as bad as a weekend evening. Good and service were good.

Everything here was solid. The tzatziki with bread was a great way to start, and the beef kabob was my favorite super flavorful and tasted a lot like carne asada. Portions are generous enough to share, which is a plus. Even though the place gets busy, the service moves quickly. If you haven't tried this spot yet, you should. read more

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Excellent service and very delicious falafel! They always greet with a smile and make the customer feel at h read more

Couldn't have had a better experience! Real authentic food + people -- easily top restaurant for me, friends and family. The food is timeless and works for any occasion. If only more restaurants were like Raffi's. The world would be a better place after meeting such kind & loving people + AUTHENTIC food! Every time I eat at Raffi's, I'm transported to a very special place. The food is so good and so true to its roots. read more

Went on a sunday in early p.m. we sat outside and it was a really nice cozy family seating. The staff makes you feel like family very generous and very nice. The prices are very affordable compared to Mediterranean in SoCal. Would recommend for sure over competitors. read more

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We hired Raffi's to cater our baby shower and everything was amazing. Communication went so smoothly and they offered free delivery. They arrived on time and the food was sooooo delicious. read more

I recently had the pleasure of trying Raffi's for the first time while visiting a friend in the area and I was not let down. The food was amazing and the plate was filled with deliciousness! I get the combo plate which was way more than I could eat in one sitting but I was able to try it all. The service was top notch and the vibes were good. They also have a very large banquet hall for events and parties. read more

I called Raffi's in desperation to feed my family in a last minute New Year's Eve get together as many restaurants were closing early. What a wonderful and accommodating staff they have on board! I literally explained the situation, and they knew what I needed. I pulled up to the huge parking lot, and observed the cook grilling long kebabs of chicken outside. Soon after, I was driving home with a feast for 3 vegetarians and 4 omnivores and enough delectable food for two days. Thank you Raffi's! You saved the day! read more

Raffi's Catering and Banquet - Middle Eastern Near Me - Pasadena, California

We enjoy going there , the food is so delicious whatever plate you choose it's the best . One of my favorite places to gather with friends!!check this place out !! Thanks for your service. read more

Quality of food not what it used to be when Raffi(owner) was involved. Very disappointing.

I came in with my friends and we were all super happy with the food and service we got! The waiter was super attentive answered our questions and the food was also delicious and served quickly and warm! Definitely worth a stop. read more

It was my first time ordering and we catered for a family party and we all agreed it was the best Mediterranean food we have had. The steak and chicken were perfectly seasoned and very tender. All the meats and sides were delicious. Will definitely order again. read more

We're using Raffi's Catering for an upcoming wedding, and although we haven't had the chance to try the food just yet, I wanted to share how seamless the setup process has been so far. From the first inquiry to finalizing our order, everything has been smooth, professional, and stress-free. The team has been incredibly responsive and helpful with details, making us feel confident and well taken care of. Can't wait to try the food on the big day--if it's anything like the planning process, we're in great hands! More to come! Will post about service and food soon! read more

Food was fresh and te service was fast. The waitress was friendly and accommodating to one of our friend's dietary requirements. Thank you will be back again. read more

Pretty Banauet Room look at the fancy chairs and chandeliers! The food was delicious! read more

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Superb service, delicious food: beef kabob, tabbouleh, chicken-garlic sandwiches: second to none.

First time there and the food was bomb Love how nice they are as well Most definitely will be going back read more

This place should be 6 stars. I have never had an issue here. Whether catering, dine in or take out. Every time it's amazing food, service and enjoyment. They are never stingy with portions. Let me tell you that I'm not a regular and I'm not known to the staff. But I have been coming a few times a year to the place and I have been blessed to be invited to an event or two which was catered by Raffi's in Sierra Madre. Today is Mother's Day and I ordered four steak plates for pick up for the family. The lady who took the order, also had the order ready at our arrival. Such a blessing to have spoken to her today. I told my wife that today's meal was the best of the year. She mentioned that we went to Raffi's in January! So two best meals of 2025. Thank you again for another wonderful experience! read more

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This place is solidly okay. We've ordered take out from Raffi's consistently and the taste and quality is consistently okay. Will it blow your mind away, probably not. But it is what you'd expect and comforting. read more

I have used Raffi's 3 different times for catering, once for a very large celebration of life where we rented out the hall there and twice now for dinner parties. I have always been pleased but last night they absolutely blew us away! Every single thing was more delicious than the next and my guests could not stop talking about how wonderful everything tasted. You can taste the love they cook with and I will always recommend this place. Thanks Raffi's you made my 55th birthday special and delicious! read more

This was a great find! The food was fantastic and very fresh. I had the Chicken Kabob and it was amazing. I know that they have a big catering business but we sat inside and were very happy! Even had leftovers to take home read more

Enjoyed a fifth meal at Raffis . We finally found a terrific falafel for two of us vegans and a perfect choice, guided by our waiter, for my keto grandson. Great service from Jack ! read more

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The owners of this place are so nice and friendly. The food is always fresh and the quality is good too.

This place is a hidden gem. The service is great, the food is delicious, the price is great especially in comparison to other Mediterranean restaurants. I love how they have decorated the outside patio. Their chicken thigh is the most tender and juiciest. It is cooked to perfection. It's a family owned restaurant with great people serving you and tending you. We have celebrated many birthdays outside and it never fails to disappoint. If i could give them a higher review I would. This is the best hidden gem I. The area if you like Mediterranean food. read more

Raffi's Catering and Banquet - Middle Eastern Near Me - Pasadena, California

Restaurant was easy to find as they had their own parking lot with other store fronts. Plenty of parking. My first time here with my boyfriend & sister. At first, we thought we were walking into a banquet hall. But the restaurant was adjacent to the hall. Owners are really nice. She would recommend some food option depending what you were going for. Food was delicious! I had nothing but a positive experience. read more