Excellent meal overall. I ordered the Chicken Kabob Wrap Combo with fries and a tabouli salad, and everything exceeded expectations. The chicken was the star: Large, moist pieces that were flavorful. Even after a DoorDash delivery, the wrap held together surprisingly well. The fries were also outstanding: crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, and well seasoned. The tabouli was simple but fresh and exactly what I was expecting. My only suggestion is for to-go orders: please include a fork and napkins. I ended up eating the tabouli by scooping it with the fries,which, surprisingly, was pretty tasty (and super messy!) Def a go to spot the next time I'm in Charleston! read more

Okay, yum!!! We ordered this the other night: Chicken kabob and Lamb over fries. Both were so good. Yesterday, I just happen to pass by the food truck and I instantly got the craving to stop for some more lamb over fries at about midnight. My son had a wrap and loved it. The lamb over fries was so good. I thought I was going to just eat half, but I ended up eating the whole thing! I'll be back. :) read more

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I didn't realize my Ubereats order was a food truck, so it gets an extra star because this lamb pita got hubby's rave review, and a great gyro is hard to find. The only semi-decent one we've found prior puts French fries in it, which really kind of ruins it. This one is perfection! Flavorful and fully loaded, this is the gem. The dips were disappointing. Perhaps this is the genuine authentic stuff and I am ruined by imitations, but I found the eggplant in the baba ganoush very bitter and otherwise very bland. The hummus was smooth but again, not very flavorful. Both were drowned in olive oil, which was fine. The pita bread was warm and soft and oddly sweet, which helped cut the bitterness of the baba ganoush. The dips did have fresh ingredients and I feel healthy eating them. They really only deserve 4 stars but I want this gyro to stay around! Will eat again, but not the dips. read more

Sams Kitchen - Hummus and baba ganoush loaded with olive oil. Order extra pita bread. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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Man, I love this place. The staff are always SO friendly and one plate will feed me for 2-3 meals. It's amazing food. I'm sad I don't live down the street anymore but it's worth the drive, for sure. read more

Ordered a lamb plate while my wife is at MUSC. Got delivered and man I could tell it was going to be good by the smell of the delivery bag and the heft of it! I was not disappointed in the flavors or preparation. Lamb was flavored fully, rice was fluffy, and the garlic aoli topped it off wonderfully. I actually forgot to get a picture because I went straight in!! read more

I was staying at a hotel just down the street from Sam's Kitchen and I was hungry around 11pm after a long drive three hour drive from Charlotte, NC. There aren't many reviews on Yelp for this spot, but I took a chance anyway because I didn't want to drive too far from where I was staying. I ordered the loaded lamb fries and took it back to my hotel. I was concerned the fries would get soggy since there wasn't any opening or vent on the takeout container and I was out for a bit getting gas before returning to my hotel. The fries managed to stay crispy and the overall dish was hot and tasty. I'm so glad stumbled upon this place and gave them a try. Good portion, great tasting food and reasonable prices. read more

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Exactly what you need when you want a filling meal that tastes good, and doesn't leave you feeling gross. I stumbled upon Sam's Kitchen late on Saturday night. Realizing that I didn't have the energy to cook, I browsed through Uber Eats looking for something other than burgers and fried chicken. The Lamb Over Basmati Rice dish was excellent. The best way to enjoy the plate is to drizzle the Garlic Aioli over the lamb and rice. It was so good that I ended up ordering the exact same plate again only a few days later. read more

Sams Kitchen - Lamb over Basmati Rice with lettuce and garlic aioli - Middle Eastern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

A few months ago, Sam's Halal Kitchen popped up on Savannah Hwy, between Dupont and Wappoo Rd. It's open late, and my husband and I noticed it on nighttime drives from downtown Charleston. As lovers of Middle Eastern food, we checked it out on a chilly Saturday afternoon. I had a Falafel Veggie Pita ($10.99), and my husband chose a Lamb and Chicken Pita ($10.99). We also had an order of fries to share ($3.99) and hummus with pita ($7.99). Sam's Kitchen is a food truck and the location has no seating, so you'll have to take your food to go. Thankfully, our order traveled well and was correct (and still warm!) when we arrived home. Both sandwiches were heavy, and his was stuffed with meat while mine had four large falafels. The sandwiches here don't contain fries like some gyros, but the side of fries we ordered was plenty to share- they were hot and seasoned well. The garlic aioli goes well on the sandwiches. The hummus was delicious, but could use more pita bread- an order of hummus comes with five triangles of pita. We put some of the hummus inside our sandwiches and will eat the rest with chips. Sam's Kitchen participates in delivery/pick up apps like GrubHub and UberEats. Parking is also easy and plentiful, and we'll certainly be back. read more

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I got the grilled chicken platter and the hummus with pita. These are separate items on the menu. The food was so good! I'm from California I'm I'm used to the rice being plain at Mediterranean restaurants. The rice is well seasoned as well as the chicken! The hummus was great too! I came here twice on my short visit to Charleston. read more

Sams Kitchen - Chicken Grilled over Basmati Rice and Hummus with Pita - Middle Eastern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

We have passed by this food truck so many times, so tonight we decided t to not pass by but to give it a try. Glad we did! I ordered a green salad and a lamb gyro. The salad was huge and fresh. The gyro was packed with tender lamb. The tzatziki sauce was amazing. We tried the baba ghanoush, which was served with warm pita bread. My husband had the chicken curry, he said it was delicious and it was enough for 2 meals. Highly recommend...we will be back! read more

Sams Kitchen - Lamb pita - Middle Eastern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

We ordered a few things to-go and I had lamb plate which was delicious!! The service was quick and Sam was friendly. We will be back again!

Food was delicious. Items are $3-4 more expensive on online platforms . Service was fast and friendly.

Absolutely delicious . I am new to the area and was expecting it to be a taco truck. When I walked up, realized it was middle eastern food. Fine by me, I love that too! I got the beef shawarma . It was great, seasoned perfectly, rice was moist , fresh salad on the side was a nice touch for some greens. Cook was quick and super friendly. Highly reccomend! read more

Sams Kitchen - Beef Shawarma over Basmati Rice - Middle Eastern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Delicious halal! Open late! Food was hot and delicious and owner is super nice. Visited twice now and will definitely come back again.

LATE NIGHT HEAVEN (open until midnight on weekdays, and 2am on weekends) Sam's is amazing. This food truck is pretty much a one man operation, with the owner Sami being there 7 days a week. What a hard worker and nice guy to boot! Charleston is notoriously difficult to find late night dining options, with many establishments closing their kitchens at 8pm, 8:30, or 9pm. I often find myself getting hungry at these hours, and shudder to think that my only options would be Taco Bell or Wendy's. What a savior discovering this West Ashley food truck! Fairly traditional middle eastern fare is served up, with Kebabs, Shwarma, Gyro, Hummus, Salad, French Fries, etc. making up the menu. The quality is excellent for late night dining -- much better than fast food. Overall, I'm a fan. Highly recommend! read more

I completely forgot to take a picture, DoorDash even gives me a credit for it. But Sams plating is almost as good as his Shawarma. The way he cooks his lamb and chicken is so meticulous, you can taste the difference. It's true middle eastern cuisine with a little flare of Sam's expertise. Please give it a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

All I can say is is....Wham bam thank you Sam!! Yall crush it!! So much so, that im just gonna list what I love about Sam's Kitchen: *Any meat, lamb or chicken, is always cooked perfect *The Falafel is fresh, phenomenal, and fucking green on the inside!! *I've never had a mozzarella stick that I've hated, and also never one that I've loved. That marinara is the definition of a sleeper.. truly surprised, pleasantly too. *Last but not least... Always a smile every time I go to Sam's Sending much love from my phone Thanks read more

Very good food. Love that they are open late. Good size portions with each order. Location seems a little ehh but don't let that deter you!

While visiting Charleston, SC, this food truck was actually recommended to us by a restaurant we only used the bathroom for while on a ghost tour. They wouldn't be opened when we were finished and said that he is parked on the side of the road and has late night hours. Apparently, the locals know about it. The food was excellent. My husband had a Lamb Pita and I had a Chicken Kebab wrap. Both were delicious. Highly recommend this food truck. read more

We are visiting from Indiana and wanted to get this one night to take back to the rental. We got an array of different dishes and wraps, etc. Also tried the hummus and Falafel. It was VERY good and VERY filling. Would definitely have it again! read more

The food here is absolutely amazing, we always get orders here while working late at night with DoorDash and Uber Eats. If you come to get some food here, I can tell you, this will be one of the most delicious meals you've ever eaten. I've been to Greece, and this man makes better lamb and pita than I ever ate there. read more

This is a food truck/ cart. It is right by the loan place. The gyro is very good. Lots of meat, and expected veggies as well. The tzatziki sauce is amazing and I always ask for added hot sauce as well. The service is fast and you can order online for pickup. There is no where to sit. read more

Great food and awesome people. Definitely worth the cost. I will be coming back for sure read more

Being a native New Yorker of course I had to try this Hala truck! Every Halal food I have tried in Charleston can not compare to home but this one. Sam's Kitchen is the one! Love it so excited that I have found this food truck with good hours of operation. read more

Took 40 minutes and tasted terrible. I normally don't leave reviews but expected a perfectly reviewed food truck to hit. read more

Sams Kitchen - Beef Shawarma Wrap - Middle Eastern Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Open til 2am, vegan options, and easy to avoid most food allergens. Holding down w Ashley.

This food truck was really good!! It's was recommended from a coworker!! It's located in a small plaza in West Ashley!!

Great staff and great food. The hours are perfect for me as I get off work late. I enjoy talking about my time in Jordan with them, and I look forward to eating there when nostalgia hits. I've had all the types of shawarma they offer. All are amazing. If I had to rank... lamb, chicken, beef. The portions are big... I usual get two meals out of it. I passed them everyday for weeks.... Glad I finally stopped. read more

I am from NC and was looking for some comfort food after being in training for work all day and then getting some sad family news, I wanted to eat my feelings! I don't think I could have chosen a better place than Sam's kitchen! It was so good! If you love kebabs I suggest the chicken kebab over basmati rice (no need to get extra rice like I did because they give you a lot in the platter) and it came with a side salad and I am usually a "ranch dressing only" person but I gave the dressing they supplied and it was probably the best side salad I have had in a long time. I liked it so much I tried scooping what was left onto the rice I had left! I am still eating but had to make the review because YUMMM! And they are open late also?? I might be going back tomorrow night to get some more! Tip the man good because he was friendly and had a nice smile also! Just order! you won't be let down!! read more

I got the chicken schwarma with rice and honestly i was dissapointed in the flavor profile, not much flavor there. The garlic aolio helped but i added some of my own sauce. Wasnt super empressed but the guy was nice. I just wish there was more flavor read more

Went here with my brother and we were pleasantly surprised. We love a good food truck and it was a decent sized portion and ingredients were fresh! Definitely try it out if you're in West Ashley! read more

My husband and I found this food truck recently in West Ashley. We had been looking for Halal outside downtown for some time now. This place HIT THE SPOT! Sam's Kitchen has some of the best Middle Eastern food in Charleston--and I might know, I'm Egyptian! We ordered the chicken shawarma and the beef shawarma plates. Delicious! We would definitely recommend getting extra garlic and spicy sauce (which is wonderfully spicy--a little goes a long way!). We'll definitely be going back regularly! read more

Best halal we've had outside of NYC. Highly recommend the beef kofta, chicken kebab, chicken curry, and baklava. The garlic aioli is amazing

If you ever hungry after 10 while all close this should be your first choice ... great food and awesome service