The Lebanese food was perfect. The Shawarma had the perfect amount of seasoning, the hummus was…read moredelicious, and the salad was amazing! The shawerma had great quality and wasn't over seasoned. The waitress was so sweet and charged my phone because it was dying! The ambience is really cute and quiet!

My husband and I had dinner to celebrate our anniversary at Open Sesame on June 1, 2026. Initially…read morewe were seated inside near the front door but there was a cold draft coming in when the door opened and closed so we relocated to a small table across from the bar area in the back of the restaurant. The filet mignon kebobs are usually my favorite item on the menu; however, since my husband ordered them, I decided to try the sea bass so we could share. Everything was so fresh and amazing! The kebobs were cooked perfectly and they were so tender! The sea bass was also fresh and prepared nicely; however, it was not a thick white sea bass filet like I was expecting. It was half of a small sea bass grilled with tail and skin in tact without the head. Very fresh, flaky and tasty, but different. The salad and hummus were amazing as well and we ordered a side of garlic sauce. We also ordered two beers, two mixed drinks and dessert. The dessert was absolutely delicious! What made the occasion even more special was our Server, Jetmira! The Manager said she's been employed there for over 20 years. I can understand why. She was wonderful (outstanding service, warm and pleasant personality and knowledgeable about the items on the menu)! My husband had never been to Open Sesame and he was so impressed with the food and service! We will definitely return again soon! Thank you Open Sesame and Jetmira!

Great food! And great price! I like the soup and you get…read moreyour order fast! Food is great 4/5 but overall experience to me is 5. Very convenient.

Mediterranean is my favorite type of food and Alibaba is no exception…read more I ordered the chicken shawarma plate, which came packed with rice, hummus, a side salad, and pita. Their team was also kind enough to offer a few sides of garlic sauce - so good! Love their quick and easy parking lot. The whole restaurant is so easily accessible, it's an great option for a nice/healthy dinner on a busy day. I'll most definitely be returning to explore their lunchtime menu offerings. The main downside is that they're plating is a little smaller than competitors. I find that leftovers is one of the best parts of ordering Mediterranean.

I don't know how I didn't know about this place until recently, but I am obsessed. The Turkish…read morechicken kebab plate with zareshk rice topping is so freaking good. Really cute little space and everyone I've interacted with there has been super nice!

Do Not Order EGGPLANT BORANI . Wow. Should have sent it…read moreback. I tasted cold canned tomato sauce served in a plastic white 4 ounce bowl with a 2 inch piece of boiled eggplant for appearance served with stale cardboard bread. $10

Best Greek restaurant! I lovingly enjoy this restaurant. The food is authentic and traditional…read more The staff is amazing. The location is so much fun. The ambiance transports you to a cafe in Greece. I recently took my family to this restaurant after enjoying Disney on Ice. We all thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Looking forward to coming back again soon. Great date night/family time kind of place. Parking has never been an issue (paid lot, meters, free neighborhood street parking).

3.5/5 stars We…read moreordered the kabob chicken plate. The salad was good. Nice soury but not too tangy taste. The chicken was okay, but it felt like it was missing that taste and flavor you usually have when eating Mediterranean food. The rice was a little bit salty... The pita bread when microwaved was soft. Probably one of the softest pita needs I had thus far. The tzatziki sauce for the pita bread was really good and we used the leftovers by pairing it with some crackers so it's not a waste. (no pics)

I finally ordered from The Green Olive after my boyfriend had it catered at work and came home…read moreraving about it. The Beef Kabob was soooo good and such a huge portion. The meat is so tender and juicy. The garlic paste is absolutely chefs kiss. A must order with your meal! Meals here are definitely worth the price you pay. I will absolutely be ordering again!

Don't fall asleep on this place. Location is misleading since it is part of a liquor store…read more Clean inside and great customer service. Food is good. Plenty of parking and plenty of drinks to choose from. I recommend this place. A few tables for seating. 4 stars because I actually did not dine in for the experience. Took my food to go! Another Hidden Gem in Long Beach.

This location is the closest to my bf's house and I was craving for their chicken kebab and…read morefalafels. Panini Cafe smacks! When I worked in Newport Beach years ago, I frequented the Irvine location all the time for lunch! We decided on the mezza platter which came with 3 kinds of hummus, warm pita and falafels. He had the koobideh platter and of course, I had the chicken kebabs plate and everything is so delicious! We had leftovers for days! Will definitely come back here again!

Last night was our initial experience with dining from Panini Kabob Grill; we ordered at/from their…read moredowntown Long Beach location on Broadway. They offer flavorful and substantial menu items; however, as advised by friends, the preparation process can be relatively slow, with our two panini sandwiches and appetizer taking approximately thirty minutes to be ready for our pickup. Nonetheless, the quality of the food justified the wait. We ordered the House Specialty Hummus Trio, of which we have leftovers. All three varieties met our expectations, with the edamame hummus particularly standing out to me. Regarding the panini sandwiches (shared between two people) we had the Salmon Brie Panini and the Tofu Pesto Panini. The Salmon Brie Panini was enjoyable, though slightly fishy tasting. The Tofu Pesto Panini distinguished itself through its exceptional flavor, texture, and creativity. Overall, we were pleased with our experience and look forward to returning in the future.

One of the best dinners you will ever have! The arayes are…read moreto die for, it will be the best thing you'll eat all day. The ambiance is exquisite and oh so lovely decorated with middle Eastern flare, but its not too much at all, just perfect!

The one thing about Mediterranean food is that it is almost always possible to share across the…read moretable, giving everyone the chance to try different things. We did that very thing, ordering three appetizers: hummus platter, garlic potatoes, and zahrah (cauliflower). It was all delicious and filling. Staff was amazing. We originally had a two-top table, but belatedly found we had a 3rd person coming. No sweat! They moved us without complaint, and they still got our food to us pronto! Nice seating booth inside and out. My only complaint: I ordered a salted yogurt drink, understanding it was made in-house. It ended up being a commercial variety, served in the bottle. But they promised that they would be making their own in the future. I should also note: Taboon is incredibly close to Fingerprints music (just around the corner). If you're there for an event, or just shopping, pop by before or after. You won't be disappointed!

Really friendly staff I had questions about the menu and was answered without making me feel dumb…read more Originally ordered the kabob and he informed me it would take up to 15 minutes and I realized I didn't have that much time so switched up the order with no issues. The chicken plate came out immediately and my sides which I can't remember what the eggplant one was called but it was smoky and delicious. Basmati rice was ample portion too much really for me. The chicken was super flavorful and the cucumber mint salad refreshing on the hot day! Grabbed an ice tea for the road and enjoyed my meal to go while watering my neighbors plants.

My first time trying it I pass by it so often…read more Portion size is huge and they also have rotisserie chicken. It was a bit salty for me. A lot of food for the price. I ordered me a large tub of hummus to take home also. Seems my favorite food choice lately is Mediterranean food. Will come back try other items. The workers were nice.