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    Rojbas Grill

    4.5 (342 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Darci K.

    Rojbas Grill is a corner café on university Avenue in the heart of Berkeley. Let's just get this out of the way, parking is absolutely a challenge. The restaurant is fairly small with probably about a half a dozen tables, etc. The owner was very polite, and thankfully very patient with us for a friends lunch. We originally had plans for another restaurant, but this location, etc. worked out. Everyone spent quite a bit of time catching up, and we were made to feel at home. I ordered a side of fries for a shareable at the table. I found the fries to be very underwhelming and needed more seasoning and considering that it's seven dollars for a side of fries the serving was pretty mediocre. I ordered the lamb/beef gyro plate. The side salad was very fresh and had a light vinaigrette dressing. I would have liked for the dressing to be more of an actual vinaigrette flavor. The rice was light and fluffy, but again, lacked seasoning/flavor. The side of yogurt sauce, was tasty, but did not hit the spot. Why? Because it really lacked the flavors. Notice a theme? I will say, the meat was tender, and it had a really nice flavor to it. It was delicious enough that it was very difficult to differentiate between a lamb flavor versus a beef flavor. It all tasted good together. The soft drinks are rather pricey. It was around $3.50 for a bottled Coke. Yikes! When we were done with our meal, we were served complementary hot tea. It was a nice touch.

    Falafel lunch special
    Marisa O.

    The ambiance was very humbling a felt a home away from home. The service was outstanding and very attentive! The food was just like I wanted it very savory and delicious! Highly recommend

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    Helen H.

    I ordered the beef and lamb plate and dined in. The salad was fresh and the meat is cut into small bite-sized pieces. I was given a complimentary cup of tea as well. My plate came with a small amount of yogurt sauce, which tasted fresh. Food flavor was alright, but can use a little more seasoning. I would like the meat to be a little softer. Service was quick and the food came out quickly. This is a small restaurant with limited seating inside.

    baklava ($5.95)
    Dianna H.

    Casual spot in Berkeley for some delicious Mediterranean food. My friend and I came by Saturday evening for dinner, and it wasn't too crowded at 7 pm. You can either try to find paid metered parking nearby, or there's free residential street parking if you're willing to walk a couple blocks. There's a Trader Joe's across the street, but not sure if they offer parking. It's a small space with 6-7 tables. The menu is straightforward with two pages of options. They have all the standard fare such as rice plates and wraps. I got one of the house specials - Alexander's Favorite - for $18.95. It comes with thinly sliced lamb and beef gyro with bread cubes in fresh tomato sauce. I wasn't sure what to expect, but this was really delicious. I really liked the crunchy bread cube bites mixed in with the gyro and rice, and the tomato sauce was super tasty. Portions were big too, I couldn't finish the dish and took the leftovers home. My friend got the chicken shish kabob with rice and salad for $17.95. I tried a bite and we both agreed it was solid. We ended the meal on a sweet note with some baklava for $5.95. We're both huge fans of baklava, and this was some of the best we've had in a long time. Would recommend getting it here!

    Combo Platter (front) and Adana Kebab Plate (back)
    Victor L.

    For flavor and juiciness of the meats I give 3.5 stars. However, +0.5 star for complimentary tea and the basket of pita bread. I ordered at the counter and table seating is limited but no one was there near closing time. The staff is friendly and I didn't feel rushed. Quick hits: + Combo platter is truly a little bit of everything which I am glad I did so I can tell you what's good here (5 stars) + Adana kebab plate has ground lamb and is the most juicy of all items (4.5 stars) + Lamb gyro is tender slices of meat that goes really well with the white tzatziki sauce (4 stars) + Beef or lamb kebab (?) is good but not tender enough (3.5 stars) + Chicken kebab is on the lean side so it's healthy but not juicy for my liking (3 stars) + Chicken gyro meat is also dry but a great source of healthy protein (3 stars) - I think a bit more sauce or side of hummus with the combo platter to help with the dryness would of made this a 5 star meal I have a high standard for Mediterranean style food. I love Greek, Persian and Turkish foods. I hope I'm not too harsh since this is a casual dining establishment.

    Ricca Cathrina E.

    Came here after a hike for lunch and we were disappointed with the quality of meat. I didn't really enjoy the food. It was just OK. Service was fast and servers were nice though. Place was clean and organized.

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    This small restaurant near campus serves some of the best Mediterranean food I've had! I recommend the hummus and babaganoush, which both taste great with the pita bread. The wraps are fantastic here, and the plates are just as good. We like the lamb and beef gyro wrap, the Adena kebab wrap, and the chicken gyros wrap. But you also have to try the lamb and beef gyro plate, the chicken gyro plate, the chicken shish kebab plate, and the Alexander's Favorite plate, which is a special. You can top it all off with one of their stellar desserts: the baklava, kunefe, or rice pudding. In my opinion, you should keep coming back until you've tried them all! I don't think you'll regret it! The service here is fantastic. The staff are so friendly that you can tell how much pride they take in sharing their delicious recipes with the community in Berkeley. The dining area is small but very pretty. With large windows that they sometimes cover and some very nice artwork, it's an appetizing and peaceful place to eat. It's yummy, affordable, and a great place to bring friends and family for a satisfying and fun meal!

    Chicken Shish Kebab plate
    Jessica G.

    10/10. Came to the area for a food tour and this was our first stop. 3 of us shared a plate and side of hummus...we left full and very happy! From service to meal, everything was excellent. Authentic Mediterranean flavors, fresh and colorful, with perfectly grilled and juicy chicken kebabs. Their hummus was equally amazing, had a bright yellow color and lighter texture than what I'm used to but now it's my new fav hummus. It's small and quaint inside with enough seating for small groups. Will come back for sure!

    Chicken Gyro Plate - 9/10 rating
    Stacey I.

    We unexpectedly based our plans to be in Berkeley for most of the afternoon/evening. We wanted some good Mediterranean food and Berkeley is one of the best cities to eat Mediterranean food. Therefore, we came across Rojbas Grill. I am genuinely so happy we did! I would go back for sure. *Overview: Food: 8/10 rating Service: 10/10 rating Ambiance: 7/10 rating *What we ordered: Dolma (4pcs) Chicken Gyro Plate Adana Kebab Plate FOOD: 8/10 rating The food was so flavorful. The proteins were juicy, seasoned well, and tender. I love how they served a platter of piping hot soft pita bread. It paired so well with our food. I was shocked by the complimentary hot tea served post-meal. It was not an average brewed Lipton tea. The tea was a yummy subtle herbal tea and perfect for digestion since we were so full. SERVICE: 10/10 rating The waiter was SO attentive. He was not overdoing it as well. He was very chill, kind, and attentive without us asking. He refilled our napkins and water without us asking. It bothers me when people say "It's their job and also they're just being nice for more tips". But, you can always tell when it's genuine! Ambiance: 7/10 rating I love how "homey" the ambiance is. Rojbas Grill has a lot of intricate details on their curtains, artifacts, etc. My favorite pieces were the Mandala art hung up on the walls. Parking can be decent. There is a lot of meter-based parking. However, on a busy weekend, it can be hard to find parking.

    Lamb Shish Plate
    Annette M.

    Excellent restaurant! Stopped in for lunch on Sunday and the service was super friendly and the food was delicious. We ordered the combo plate, the lamb kebabs and the baklava for dessert. Yum! Located across the street from Trader Joe's. I can see this quickly becoming my go to lunch spot every time I'm headed to pick up groceries.

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    8 years ago

    Great kabobs and baklava. Service is very nice as well. Highly recommended! Very nice food.

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    This place is excellent for gyro wraps! But my favorite thing on the menu is the babaganoush.

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    9 years ago

    Excellent customer service, Very friendly and the food was delicious! Totally a "must go to" if you're in the Berkeley area :)

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    7 years ago

    We celebrated our friend's 30th here last night! Food was good and the people were so nice!

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    9 years ago

    Great food! Platters are pricy for what they are but still delicious. Staff was friendly. Parking is limited.

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    Super friendly service and delicious food. You can tell the owners take great pride in their restaurant.

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    So much better than I was expecting, delicious and flavorful burger with hummus inside was amazing. They gave us free baklava on the house!

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    10 years ago

    Fantastic food and great service. Some of the best Mediterranean food in Berkeley. The kunefe is the most decadent dessert you've ever had

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    Just had mezza platter and was fantastic. My husband and I really enjoyed food. Very friendly staff.

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    By far the best food and service. Come here every Wednesday and have lunch/dinner. Never have been disappointed.

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