Honestly, I felt like I was transported somewhere else. The food here was SPECTACULAR. I felt right at home, it was quiet, clean, organized, and it did feel like a hole in the wall at first. Nevertheless, the food speaks for itself, the tender and juicy beef kabob and the fried fish and rice were so perfectly done, that I felt like I've been missing out on the past 20 years. Service was A1, and the staff allows you to serve yourself at the buffet (you can either pay the all you can eat or order a dish). With fair pricing and great service, this for me is a hidden gem in Dallas. read more

Shishkabob's Cafe - Tender Beef Kabob, Chickpea Sala, Rice, Chicken Kabob, Pita Bread, Fried Fish - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Did not even know this place existed. I was impressed. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. I will definitely be going back! read more

Shishkabob's Cafe - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

My favorite restaurant! Always come in with my family. The buffet is amazing the food is always hot and the food has flavor. Never had an issue with this restaurant. The staff is amazing . Usually one person is working front of the house but they get around to help everyone. The crispy fish is amazing! read more

OMG!!!!! This food was fire!!! Absolutely delicious!!!!! An Adilene greeted me from the start! Check on me consistently! Took away all dirty place and made me feel welcomed. Superb service even though it was a buffet. I will return for more. read more

Never Again -- Unexpected Table Fee Scam I visited this place with my family, and the experience was extremely unprofessional. They secretly added a table charge without informing us at any point. I only came to support them, but I will never return after this. There was no notice, no sign, and no explanation that we would be charged an extra $17.58 just to sit at a table that was no different from any regular one. For seven people, we were simply seated--nothing special, yet they added a hidden fee. The cashier, Hassna, also failed to mention anything about this charge. This is unacceptable, misleading, and untrustworthy. I will not be coming back, and I don't recommend this place to anyone read more

Shishkabob's Cafe - Unprofessional Service and Surprise Charges - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I came here for lunch yesterday to find out it moved across the street. The new restaurant owner at the previous location told us, otherwise, we'd never known. it was very nice for him to let us know that. Thank you Btw, the previous location is now an Indian restaurant(He told us buffet on the weekend). i may try it there today, if i do, I will definitely write a review. Anyway, the new location is a lot bigger and the set up is very nice. They have buffet and regular menu. It's a Persian(Iranian)food and i love love love Persian food! They're so tasty and healthy. I'm into unsweetened ice tea now and their ice tea is so aromatic, strong and good. There are so many items for everyone whether you're vegetarian or non vegetarian. The cashier/server, I've known her from the previous location and she's very kind and attentive. This location is big enough to hold big party of people and it's very light inside and airy. I highly recommend it and you won't be disappointed!! read more

Shish Kabob Cafe Every time I am off of Coit road, I have to stop by here for lunch. This is an amazing Mediterranean buffet. The food tastes very fresh and very well prepared. Some things on this menu will amaze you. You just have to try everything. There does seem to be one waitress in here most of the time and she is doing an amazing job keeping up with everyone. read more

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I have visited this cafe several times with families and friends, the place is clean organized buffet with multiple options and it is always delicious and with special taste Owner always there visiting tables and serving customers I recommend you visiting the place and you will like it a lot M Zibari read more

Kabob always tastes soooooooooooooooo good . 100% Totally recommend it for lunch or dinner. Staff are consistently lauded for being attentive. keeping service upbeat and tables tidy . even during busy buffet hours . Shish Kabob Café offers a delightful, no-fuss Mediterranean dining experience. read more

Shishkabob's Cafe - Kabab always tastes good . - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Much like your prom date, this place ain't much to look at but everything's good once you get inside. Seriously, judging by the exterior you'd never expect this place to be as good as it is. Not that it looks bad, but it's a nondescript restaurant in a shopping center behind a Church's Chicken. We went during the weekend lunch buffet, but we all thought everything was delicious and there were plenty of options. We'll be coming back. read more

The beef kebabs here are very good--tender and well seasoned. If that's what you're looking for, come here. But for other things I have some criticism. I tried the buffet on a weekday afternoon. The restaurant was busy but there only seemed to be three people working. This meant they were a bit slow with the register, clearing plates, and refilling drinks. The last one bothers me the most because I feel you should be able to get your own drinks at a buffet and the only reason not to have this is to elicit a tip. But if you really want to elicit tips, you need more staff. The restaurant was clean, the food dishes were kept fresh and at proper temperature. But the restaurant itself was too warm to be comfortable in the Texas summer. The seating was adequate but half of the restaurant was roped off with reserved tables that never populated so you couldn't really choose to sit away from other guests or in a booth. Mediterranean cuisine is a broader category than most Americans associate so I accept my part in my disappointment but let me describe what they do and don't have at this buffet. They do have some kebab types, fish, an excellent lamb stew, a nice quesadilla, and several hot vegetable dishes that are all pretty good. I found the butter chicken a strange visitor but I got excited for it only to find that the chicken didn't seem marinated and the sauce was especially unseasoned and bland. How weird. I certainly cannot recommend to Indian friends. There's pita bread but it isn't hot and fresh compared to most other options. The humus was fine but what good is it without a great bread. There was cantaloupe and oranges and a banana pudding. But there were no pastries, cookies, baklava, or anything of the sort. I sorely missed that there were no dolmas either. At $18 the value is questionable. If you enjoy the lamb stew and kebabs sufficiently you'll probably still like this place. But if pita and other Mediterranean staples are important to your buffet experience you may be as disappointed as I was. read more

Food is okay, average to say the least! The fried fish, rice, butter chicken, gyros and pasta is good but the fried chicken is not good at all. The service is honestly very poor, it takes forever just to get a can of Sprite. At Dimassi's the service is way better, so is the food with more variety , drinks are self serve, service is better and no long lines to wait in just to get food! Ambiance is way better at Dimassi's than at Shish Kabob. Ate here 2 years ago and still the food and service haven't changed at all! Please improve in the food and service and implement self serve for drinks, so people don't have to wait and ask for a drink and just get it while in line for food. read more

Ate here just yesterday. My wife and I enjoyed our food, ate too much as usual. The butter chicken is wonderful. Strange thing...my wife and I kept seeing a man load up on the beef kabobs...i mean plate after plate filled high. A new batch would come and he was there for another "plate full." Well, you can guess where this is going. I decided to nonchalantly watch him out of the corner of my eye. Yes, he sat up straight, scoping things out (looking out for the waitress of course), then he would grap a few napkins and slowly ease the food into his backpack down by his feet. Not once, not twice...at least 4 times! Towards the end of my wife and I's meal, I noticed him pick up his backpack and leave. You pay at the end of your meal at this place. So, we concluded that he was a dasher...actually, a thief and a dasher. However, few minutes later he came back in....w/o the backpack. Evidence stashed safely in vehicle likely. I paid and told the lady. She seemed appreciative. Not sure what she could do at this point. Not sure what actually did...we were gone of course. I wasnt inclined to involve myself further. Some people despise a liar...ok, agree, but having grown up in a retail business (2 actually, mother's and father's), i despise a thief more than anything. read more

I love the food!! The prices are very reasonable!! The majority of the servers are very friendly and the owners are very friendly and kind!

We came in for the buffet and while I was not blown away by the food, it's definitely priced right and is solid food. The buffet has a selection of salads, protein, rice, and dessert. I liked grabbing some of the naan, rice, protein, and slathering it with a saucy entree. For dessert, I grabbed a few slices of oranges, and the white pudding. The white pudding is actually quite delicious and one of my favorite food there. The vibe is cozy, family owned (though I really don't know if it is family owned). Also, ample parking! read more

This is currently my favorite Arab buffet in dfw! I heard good reviews about this from local food bloggers, so I took my parents for lunch here when they came to visit. It's spacious, clean, and has an affordable price point for the buffet. First off, the food was really fresh. I loved almost everything on the menu, especially the juicy kababs, fried fish, and gyro! The only changes I wish they would make is putting fresh and hot bread on the line as well as adding the vermicelli rice option. read more

The service in this establishment is excellent with a very friendly staff who will greet you and treat you great until you leave! We even left a phone in the bathroom and they found it and kept it until we were able to pick it up. They have a 14.99$ buffet option and the food choices are amazing!!! I strongly recommend the beef kabob, gyro meat, tabuleh, lamb, and believe it or not, this Mediterranean spot even has an amazing quesadilla!!!! The ambiance is great, quiet, and they cater events!!! This is one of my favorite spots in Dallas!!! A hidden gem! read more

Always the absolute best and super affordable! Staff is superrrrr clean and the buffet is always spotless. Love this place! read more

Exceptional food and service!! The food is both full of flavor and fresh! So many options to choose from. Love the variety of sides , meat and sauces. They moved from across the street into a newer and larger space. It's always nice to see people of all backgrounds enjoying the incredible food. Hands down the best Mediterranean buffet in DFW and it's family owned!! You won't regret trying it, it'll become your new fav spot. read more

I was super impressed with Shishkabob's and wish I'd tried it earlier. It says it is a Middle Eastern buffet, but we wanted to know more specifically where the owners are from. Turns out they're Kurds, which is awesome. Excellent customer service. Thank you for hiring such a wonderful employee - Rabeh. She had a very warm face and a welcoming smile! I love seeing the diversity of people that come to eat here - you know an ethnic restaurant is a good one when you see everyone coming! read more

Shishkabob's Cafe - the dining area - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I went there not expecting much because other Mediterranean buffets ruined my expectations but i was actually surprised. The food was actually really good. The staff are very friendly and always walking around making sure that everyone is satisfied and that table are clean. Everyone was very welcoming and the vibe of the place was great. read more

This is my favorite buffet in Dallas. The food is always fresh - you can see them constantly cooking fresh kabobs in the kitchen as you walk past the buffet! You can taste the authenticity and the fact that it's family owned in every dish that they serve. The kabobs are so good that many people go straight for the end of the line to fill their plates, and the kitchen does a great job of keeping them coming. I've been coming to this restaurant since I was a small child and the food has always been great. It's seen several changes through the years, but the current buffet format is executed well and the service has always been great! Do yourself a favor and stop by! read more

Freaking delicious food! I love ordering the spicy rice and spicy chicken and it comes with a tomato and cucumber salad and a yogurt. Me and my girlfriend are addicted now and come here once a week. Portions are huge one order makes us about two plates. There's this one lady she makes us feel especially welcome every time (‍) even though the place is very traditional read more

Shishkabob's Cafe - Spicy rice and spicy chicken #9 Spicy Chicken Kabobs #9 Spicy Chicken Kabobs - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

They will never disappoint you. The food is always amazing and the portions are great value compared to the price. There family meal is the best you can get for 4-6 persons. They also offer lunch buffet, very good value for a cheap price. read more

Let's be clear, this place isn't upscale, quiet or spacious. What it is, is a hole in the wall buffet that's managed to maximize both space and prices to get customers in the door and happy with what they paid for. To me, it's the epitome of college food that you can still bring your parents to. I've seen the same people running this place over the years, and they've all been friendly and welcoming. Even as they've enjoyed the slightly busier crowd, they'll still check on each table every so often and make sure you're as satisfied as possible. It's quality, it's reliable and it's all you could ask for. The food here is similarly consistent, with a regular menu that's kept full all day by their staff. I'm particularly a fan of their butter chicken, as it's not too rich or fatty, and their kabobs as they've always been tender and juicy. There's a solid selection of sides, and about 4-5 proteins so trying everything they have to offer shouldn't be hard, and having done so over the years, I'd definitely say it's worth it to see what you're inclined to. It's a buffet after all. If you're like me the first time I came here, and shocked to find a halal restaurant right next to Noodle Wave (which always seems to be busy), then look no further for somewhere to sit down and enjoy dinner. This is a place I don't recommend enough, mostly so I can keep it to myself. read more

I've been coming here for years and today I found a staple in my eggplant curry from the buffet. I always save food for my 7yr old when he comes home after school and absolutely loves the food here and his favorite side is the eggplant curry. I'm so glad I did sneak a bite of his portion or this would have been 10x worse if he swallowed this staple!!!!!! Please make sure you guys are chewing your food the right way! The last thing someone needs to worry about from a restaurant is ending up in the freakin hospital over something like this!!! read more

Shishkabob's Cafe - The staple I found in my food while eating......... - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Excellent middle eastern, Mediterranean buffet. Service was good (buffet). Large selection of dishes that were kept well stocked. Very clean restaurant. I'm already looking forward to my next trip to Dallas so I can go back. read more

I have had there buffet for the past 11 years and it never disappoints. The quality and taste has always been consistent. Everything on the buffet is awesome. Must try the kebabs, gyros, and chicken tikka gravy with spicy rice. Don't forget the dessert. The owner and staff is friendly. The only downfall is the location of the restaurant and it looks old and run down from the inside. The quality and the taste of the food make up for it. read more

Shishkabob's Cafe - Kabobs, chicken tikka , and gyro is a must try - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This place has my heart! I grew up RIGHT across the street from here. Shishkabob's has been around this long for a reason: it's really THAT great. I love love love seeing the diversity of people that come to eat here - you know an ethnic restaurant is a good one when you see everyone coming! The buffet is PHENOMENAL. It's consistently around $10 for an all you can eat buffet. They will always have chicken, beef, and lamb - many times more than one dish of each. If you're vegetarian - hummus, several types of salad and rice, vegetable dishes, baba ganoush, and falafel. They will also have at least 2 different desserts and plenty of fruit. They also have to go buffet options. Ordering off the menu will also leave you equally satisfied. Now the one dish for me that merits a separate paragraph because of just how good it is, the kobideh kabobs (chargrilled, ground beef kabob). Yes, it might look awkward but it is quite literally one of the BEST kabobs I've eaten in my life. We have catered this in for family gatherings and it NEVER disappoints. Heck, I brought this in for my dad's 60th! It is perfectly soft, chewy, and juicy. Perfectly simple yet packs this chargrilled punch. Because I haven't used the word "perfect" enough already, yeah you probably get it. :D Just go already! read more

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Literally first time eating here, and food was delicious. It was so good, I forgot to take a pictures. The food is fresh and portions are very generous. Owner and staff are very nice. Food was so good that I had to order take out. Definitely a go to spot. You wouldn't expect looking from outside in and imagine the food to be so good. The atmosphere in the restaurant is authentic and cozy and for all parties; small or big parties. Will be coming back. Till then, let's eat!!! read more

Good food reasonably priced .:. Kind of regular here ! Make sure to have a big appetite

Really good lunch buffet. Only 12 Everything was fresh. Definitely will come backChicken Tikka read more

This place was unexpectedly good. They provide healthy portions for a great price. Would recommend if you're in the area. read more

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I have been wanting to try this place, and finally stopped in for lunch today. I only had the gyro, but it was DELICIOUS!! Very fresh right off the grill. I'll definitely be going back!!! The restaurant itself seemed very clean and tidy. read more

I went for the lunch buffet ($14 after tax) -- I was impressed by the variety given the price! I really enjoyed the cucumber salad, pickled vegetables, eggplant, and beans. I'm not a big meat fan so I wasn't in love with the two beef options or fish, but I liked the chicken kabob a lot! Unfortunately the hummus wasn't really to my taste (I prefer it a lot more lemon-y), but I would definitely come back for the pickled veg and chicken. read more

DISGUSTING! if there is one word that describe this place is disgusting in all terms. This place serves the nastiest food ever. They serve tasteless kabab dry gyro meets, the corn is poured from can straight to the server bowl and heated. the Taublee is with greenish brown discoloration and salty. the Beens are canned Beens mixed with stew with after test. They serve fried fish and fried chicken in the same warmer with fish in the from chicken at the back. I ask for the owner and try to speak with him. he starts telling me what he cannot do and disregarded any of my suggestions as a customer. He even told me he does not want my business. Only person who would go back to this place to eat is really who either have no experience in Mediterranean food taste and hospitality or just like to eat whatever as long as it is a buffet. less than a mile north of this establishment, on Arapaho and Coit road, Sharezad is a 1000% more better for the same price. I ADVISE YOU NOT TO WASTE YOUR MONEY IN THIS RESTAURANT! read more

Great food especially for a buffet, cleanliness is definitely an issue but the food is very good.

This is one of the nastiest and dirtiest middle eastern restaurant in the metroplex. Their food is low quality and prepared in a dirty kitchen. I found a big long hair in my food, and when I complained to the woman who ran the place, she couldn't care less and was very rude to me. The staff specially the woman who runs the place at night shift are usually rude and unprofessional. I asked for sugar cubes and she shouted in an atty voice that they didn't have sugar cubes. While in the men's room I noticed one of the kitchen staff came out of bathroom and didn't wash his hands and went right back into the kitchen. The nasty and rude attitude combined w dirty kitchen and low quality food would make it NOT deserve even one star. I definitely would avoid this place. read more

Fantastic place! Food was amazing second time there cucumber salad amazing chicken kabobs cooked perfectly. Rice was amazing as well! Server sorry I forget her name same server as last time. Very friendly and great service! Very reasonable as well! read more

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Best kabobs in town . Has been at this location for over 20 years . Price has gone up a little bit that's expected . There buffet always bountiful read more