The food here is good, the staff is friendly, and the restaurant is clean and well-lit. My husband and I stopped in to get a quick meal to-go. We were greeted by a helpful employee and the owner. They helped us decide what to order. We ordered the grilled chicken platter with a side of falafel. We made the mistake of not expressing that this meal was to-go. Another customer walked in after we ordered, placed his order (a wrap) and got his meal on a tray within 5 minutes. He ate in the restaurant and by the time he ate and left, our food still wasn't ready. It was only us and the customer that came in after us and ordered a wrap, so it wasn't busy. When we did get the food, it was tasty, hot, and tasted fresh. The food and the service was good, just express if you want to-go upfront and if you're eating in, prepare for the possibility of a wait. Update: We last went here a couple of months ago. We passed by on 6/22/25 and they are now permanently closed. Hate to see that! Hopefully they will be able to reopen at another location. read more

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I got Tasty Kebab for lunch. Its close to Lidl in the Janef Shopping Center. There was no one inside so i didn't have to wait. If you get a bowl its kinda Subway style so you just choose your toppings and you can watch it be made. The owner is really nice, she is always friendly when I come in. I got egg plant, cucumber, chicken , onions, sauces, and etc. At first I was disappointed at the amount of what she was scooping, but in the end it was a good amount and was filling. The bowl was tasty and I really enjoyed the eggplant. The garlic sauce and hummus was good as well. I'd definitely return. Check them out!! read more

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Came here to check out the Yelp 757 deal where you can get a pita wrap or bowl for $7.57. I went with the bowl and it came with Chicken Shawarma, Rice, hummus, tzatziki and my choice of veggies. The woman who served me was super sweet and the bowl was sizable. You definitely get a lot of food in the bowl option. The bowl was drizzled with their house sauce along with a garlic sauce as well. The rice was light and super yummy. I also loved the chicken paired with the tzatziki. Tasty Kabob is definitely worth a visit. read more

Tasty Kabab - Chicken Bowl - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Needed a simple dinner while staying across the street with family. We love kabab in general so this was an easy call for local pickup. Both my wife and I loved the chicken bowl and wrap. The chicken was tender, not dry, and all the flavors blended very well. I got some extra beef and lamb to try with some pita bread. Again, nice flavors. In this case, the meat was a little on the tough side. Still good but not as tender as the chicken. read more

Tasty Kabab - Chicken Bowl - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Soo delicious and authentic! Coming from Lebanese background I know good Mediterranean food! This is it! Owner is middle eastern too and such a sweet lady! Very reasonably priced and super clean. Definitely worth every penny. read more

Tasty Kabab - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I really hope my 1st experience was a bad day and not the trend. Ordered the family platter with beef, lamb and chicken. The beef was so overcooked and dry, they need to adjust. The lamb wasn't so bad but still too tough. The chicken was very tender. The saffron rice was good and fluffy. For sides I went with the roasted potatoes and falafel. The potato's were good but the falafel wasn't impressive, hard and not very flavorful. I hope to give the place another try but not take off as that might have been the issue. The order also didn't come with any sauce or tzatziki for dipping or to help with the overcooked meat. read more

Tasty Kabab - Roasted Potatoes - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Since hearing about Tasty Kabab, I've dropped in 3 times since 11/23/22. I can't seem to get enough of the Moroccan tagine - I've ordered it each time. Twice I had the lamb tagine; one time I tried the chicken tagine. The chicken tagine was a little dry (but still tasty), but the lamb is excellent because it's so tender and flavorful. Both dishes are served in huge portions, so order their tagine if you're hungry. The staff was friendly each time and they were eager to answer any questions I had (I didn't have many). I had a nice discussion regarding the Coke in glass bottles, which I refer to as Mexican Coke. This particular Coke is made with pure cane sugar. It is much better than the Coke in the plastic bottles (not made with pure cane sugar). The lady I spoke to mentioned that they have it available in her home country, too, hence the reason why they sell it. So basically I can't call it Mexican Coke anymore. Oh well! Tasty Kabab is also clean and looks brand new, although the building it's located in (in Janaf) has been around for a few years. I think the only issue I noticed is that their fountain machine doesn't seem to have ice. It was empty 2 of the 3 times I visited. This is a minor issue, though, unless you dine in and order a fountain soda. Tasty Kabab, from my perspective, is excellent. I love a good lamb dish and their tagine hits the spot. Service is fantastic, too, and their establishment is clean and tidy. Thank you, Tasty Kabab! JV read more

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Yooooooooo!!!! This spot is killing it. This a mom and pop run restaurant that is set in Janaf Shopping Center. On this particular day o was in the mood for falafel, so I thought that I would give Tasty Kabob a try. The owners are a very sweet couple who run a tight ship. The first thing I noticed when entering the restaurant was how simple the decor is. The focus is most certainly on the food. While waiting for my meal I could not help but notice how clean the restaurant is. Even the bathroom was sparkling. I ordered the falafel platter, you can add whatever toppings you prefer. The falafel platter is saffron rice topped with falafel. I added pickled beets, cucumbers, purple cabbage, lettuce, hummus, tzatziki sauce and the garlic sauce. I skipped the house sauce as it is tomato based and I'm allergic to tomatoes. The falafel was flavorful and cooked to perfection. They were crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. For sides I decided on eggplant and fries. I don't normally care for eggplant but decided to give it a try. I was pleasantly surprised by how tasty it was. The fries, WOW, the batter made these so delicious. The fries were crunchy and so good. I dipped the fries in the garlic sauce and was blown away. The owners are so sweet and even make suggestions on foods to try. The level of hospitality at Tasty Kabob is off the charts. I will most certainly return to try another dish. Thank you Tasty Kabob for a delicious meal and wonderful hospitality. You really know how to make your guests feel welcomed. read more

Tasty Kabab - Falafel combo platter- I selected fries and eggplant for my sides. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Tasty Kabab is a family owned Mediterranean style restaurant, one with some unique Moroccan influences, that opened its doors at JANAF Shopping Center in October of last year. It is tucked and hidden away among a row of stores in a newer and outermost strip section of the JANAF complex that wasn't there when it first opened back in 1959. I had a hard time finding it during my first visit. There is a Game Stop to its immediate left and an Edible Arrangements to its immediate right. A Verizon store is also nearby in sight. Their cuisine features Halal meats and fresh ingredients with a variety of Kabab platters, Shawarma dishes, Moroccan Tagine dishes, Pitas, Wraps, Falafel, and more. This is a counter service operation, where you pay for your order first at the register and wait until it is ready. I enjoyed the following dishes during three lunch time visits this month: CHICKEN SHAWARMA BOWL: Slow Roasted Marinated Chicken, Hummus, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Purple Cabbage, Fried Eggplant, Pickles, and Banana Peppers over Saffron Rice. I also ordered a slice of Pita Bread to go with it, mainly for decorating my bowl. This was the dish I ordered for my Yelp 757 Deal. The person at the register didn't seem to understand the Yelp deal at first, perhaps due to a language barrier. I did my best to put her at ease while showing her the Yelp deal on my phone and also on the display by the register. She eventually understood, and the deal went through successfully. The Saffron Rice and Chicken were placed in the bowl first. I then told the person working behind the counter which of the toppings I wanted, and she added them accordingly. I declined all of their sauces, as I have never liked the look of sauces drizzled on my food. They offer three sauces--Garlic, Tahini, and a House Made Hot Sauce that includes mayonnaise, a condiment that has never agreed with me. When it was ready, I took it to my table to enjoy. The combination of ingredients and their flavors blew me away. The Saffron Rice was divine. This was truly one of the most outstanding Shawarma bowls I have ever enjoyed. I also had enough left over to take home for a second meal: My Rating: 5 Stars. CHICKEN TAGINE: This is a traditional slow-cooked Moroccan dish, one that comes with Braised Bone-In Chicken, Onions, and Assorted Spices. The version here also came with their Saffron Rice. The Tagine also refers to a North African cone shaped clay or ceramic pot with a lid, which is used to cook their Tagine dishes. The chicken was tender and juicy, easily falling off its bones and melting in my mouth with an explosion of flavor. This one lasted me for two more meals when I took the rest home. I would have liked just a few more onions in the mix. My Rating: 4.5 Stars. I also enjoyed the following Sides with this dish: ROASTED POTATOES: They were a bit on the cool side and did not seem to hold their temperature well in the steam tray behind the counter. I only ate a few of them and took the rest home with the rest of my Chicken Tagine. Once I reheated them at home, their roasted flavor and texture came roaring back in full force with the warmth with which they were meant to be served. My Rating: 4 Stars. MOUSSAKA: This is a classic Middle Eastern Eggplant dish and one I had never tried before, providing me with a new culinary adventure. I loved its taste and texture, and there was a mildly spicy sauce underneath with a nice kick that added to my enjoyment. My Rating: 5 Stars. CHICKEN KABAB BOWL: Grilled Chicken Kababs with Cucumber, Tomato, Purple Cabbage, Red Pepper Sauce, and Banana Peppers over Saffron Rice. Large chucks of Chicken Kababs were slowly grilled behind the counter as I watched and then added to the Saffron Rice. I followed the same procedure as before with their Chicken Shawarma dish by picking out my desired toppings and turning down the sauces. The Chicken Kababs were tender and tasty, combining beautifully with the other ingredients and busting with flavor. Once again, I had enough left over to take home for a second meal. This dish also came with two sides, and I chose the same ones I did before with excellent results. My Rating: 5 Stars. BAKLAVA: I decided to order their version of this classic Middle Eastern pastry dessert to take home. It hit all the right notes and was delightfully sweet, nutty, and flaky. It wasn't quite the best version I ever had, but it was better than many of the other versions I've had. My Rating: 4.5 Stars. Tasty Kabab has been socking my senses with some awesome flavors to date. Service has been friendly and accommodating. One server even helped me seal up my bowl to take home what I didn't finish. Based on my three visits this month, my food numbers round up easily to a 5-star rating, and I am looking forward to my future visits. read more

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Once again, Yelp has us folks informed of new businesses popping up in the area. With the 7.57 deal in play, checking them out is even better. So, Sophia and I joined up with a new friend from our social group to see if this place lived up to reviews. Well, we were in for a surprise to say the least. At first glance, the decor inside was really good. Spotless and enough tables to fill a nice little crowd. We were greeted by staff once we walked in and off to ordering we went. Unfortunately, that was when the decline started. Upon checking in, I noticed there was no deal popping up on the app. I even did the QR code scan, but nothing. Turns out the 7.57 deal is nowhere to be found on their business page compared to the rest that's advertising deals. And I even checked in 3 times on my phone, but to no avail. And the lady behind the counter looked confused when I was trying to explain what was happening. To save the argument, I went ahead and just ordered at the regular price thinking I would have leftovers to eat at home for dinner. Well, that's where the situation went more downhill. I selected the lamb and beef bowl with everything except a few items. I selected garlic sauce since they were out of tzatziki, which is no biggie. I asked the lady what was in their house hot sauce. Apparently, there was a language barrier because she just spread it on the bowl. She couldn't tell me what was in it saying, and I may've heard incorrectly, that they don't make the sauce here. Huh???? I did sort of a double take. I've never worked in the food industry, but I'm sure if folks work at any restaurant, they should know what ingredients go in meals or sauces. Some people have allergies and can't eat certain things. However, I just went with the flow and tried the food. Well, it was a thumbs down. The protein looked like big chunks instead of thinly-sliced meat and appeared to be dry. Seasoning was in the meal, but it did not work. And the person who was with Sophia and I actually picked meat out of her wrap. Not good at all. And to top things off, our new friend had to make a b-line to the bathroom right before she went home. When you read this, please don't assume I'm a Debbie Downer or one who slams a business. This here was a complete disappointment. From the deal not working to the food not tasting good to not knowing what's in a sauce, it was a total letdown. I am for small businesses and hoping they succeed in a market that has its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. Are there bad days? Absolutely. Can they rebound? Absolutely. But this here did not live up to the hype. And also, their location isn't the best where they're hidden behind an Aldi and people can blink and miss it while driving by. I do hope they're able to fix the kinks that are present, but as a customer, I don't see myself coming back. Sorry :( read more

Tasty Kabab - Lamb and beef bowl. Very disappointed :( - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Stopped by to redeem my 7.57Deal for a pita or bowl of your choice. I opted for the bowl with lamb. The base of the bowl was rice, topped with your meat choice and topping. I added hummus, tahini, olives, pickles, and red cabbage. It was also drizzled with their house sauce and garlic sauce. My bowl was bursting with all the Mediterranean flavor that I love, and the portion was huge. The environment is very casual, and they were not busy at all. Tasty Kabob is definitely worth a visit, and I would stop by again when in janaf read more

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I love this place because I grew up eating shwarmas and what not as a kid and it just reminds me of childhood. It is also 4 minutes from my workplace so it's convenient. I have been getting their chicken and sometimes lamb shawarma and boy they are fantastic. It's a kind of pick your toppings kind of place which is super convenient. Service is nice , fast , and convenient. Decent price too for a good lunch meal. read more

Yummy, similar to CAVA, each bowl is ~15$. The little pastry at the front tasted like pecan pie read more

Tasty Kabab - Kebabs to order - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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First time here. Good for families, groups, solo eaters. Large, clean and very welcoming!! The lady behind the counter offered a suggestion because they didn't have the lamb and beef meat ready yet. I went ahead and went with the chicken. Really good! She suggested I go with a bowl which to be honest with you, is easily enough for two or three meals. I really appreciated they allowed you to put whatever toppings you would like on it. It came with rice at the bottom. Unfortunately, does not come with the side of pita. The kabobs looked really good as well! I do regret not getting the Moroccan mint tea because that's one of the best mint teas you'll find! Everything was really tasty. It's halal meat if that matters to you. Next time I go, I'm hoping to try the tangeen but I didn't have time today. They take credit cards and I'm assuming cash too. The bathrooms looked pretty clean as well. read more

We had 4 starving people in our party and we finally tried Tasty Kabab on a cool, windy May afternoon. Our party was ages 54, 50, 15, and 14. And we were famished this particular day. It took us 40 minutes to get our food, but I don't blame the restaurant or staff whatsoever for this, as it was just how things worked out this day. There was one other family of customers in there and they literally ordered the minute before I was ready to order. And that's normal, that's okay, but the problem was right after theirs and our big orders were placed, immediately a new couple came in and inquired every detail of what was in the food, what was in the sauces, could they substitute meats for cheaper prices, and honestly they argued and discussed with the owner for 30 minutes! You need to understand this greatly hindered their food production ability, as there were only 2 or 3 people, including the owner, preparing and cooking. So when our order was ready, it had been over 40 minutes we waited. The owner was very apologetic, but we weren't mad. We were amused at that overbearing couple. In fact, the only reason I share this aspect of our experience, is to illustrate how and why our hunger, which was already 10/10, got pushed to 11, Spinal Tap fans....yes, 11. The food looked and smelled so good, we could barely control ourselves from digging in like livestock to a trough. For $59.99, we were satisfied with how the portion looked. First, the fries. Probably the crispiest fries I've ever had, ever in 54 years, and they were pretty great. Wife and kids agreed. Fries were 10/10. When I got to request ketchup for the fries, the owner also gave us a few condiment cups of several of their sauces. There was a white garlicky one, and a orangish pinkish one, both were good. So how about them thar shawarmas? We all started with a chicken one, and the first bite or two was intense with the unique seasonings and veggies mix in it with the grilled chicken. Subsequent bites began to reveal it was actually very lightly seasoned and needed sauce to kick it up. Now for me, this is perfect. I like to control my saltines by various sauces and dips. I really liked it. The wife and kids thought it was bland, but good, and once they sprinkled salt all over theirs, they agreed it was very good. My score for the chicken shawarma was 9/10. Wife and kids, 8/10. On to the beef. Frankly, we all agreed the beef shawarmas were so bland, with no beef or grill flavor, that no amount of salt or sauce could redeem it. However, I liked their sauces and with heavy amounts on the beef, I found it good. 6.5/10 The wife and kids, however, gave the beef 4/10. The restaurant is very clean inside, bright, cheerful. The owner is very friendly, willing to explain things. To what extent the beef wasn't seasoned as well as the chicken was due to the "incident" they had earlier, I don't know, but we will surely try them again soon. The fries are awesome, the chicken shawarmas are very good. And I want to try a bowl next time. So we left full, very full, and still took home 3 shawarma sections. Later at home, I ate one of the leftover bland beef ones, and put some avocado ranch on it, and it easily skyrocketed to, you guessed it, an 11! read more

Tasty Kabab - Family Mixed (chicken & beef) Shawarma Platter. $59.99 for 12 3" shawarmas and fries. 4 of us left full with 3 wraps leftover to take home. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Reviewed based off of Grubhub order. I have had my eye on this restaurant for awhile and have been looking for an opportunity to try it out. I love Mediterranean/middle eastern cuisine. We ordered the mixed grilled kebab platter ($28) and a few other sides. The negative is the chicken, kofta, and lamb were very dry and overcooked. The dish did not come with any sauce on the side. The $28 platter was smaller than I expected, it was really difficult to eat the meat. I would not recommend the mixed grill platter, not worth the money or taste. The rice that came with the platter was very delicious. For the sides we ordered the falafel, moussaka, cabbage, Mediterranean salad, and beet salad. The falafel was very hard, dry, and bland. The moussaka was tasty. The Mediterranean salad seemed to not be fresh and soggy. The cabbage was good, had good flavor. The delivery by Grubhub was perfect, my order arrived ahead of schedule. They definitely missed the mark on taste for me. Can't emphasize enough how dry the meat was, very difficult to eat even when you are very hungry. We didn't come close to finishing the food from this restaurant. Maybe this was a bad day, because I've seen more positive reviews. Also I did not receive my beet salad I ordered. I did not attempt to reach out to the restaurant because it was a small item on my order. read more

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Ordered a bowl and a wrap. One chooses the meat and some sides. You can order fries on the side. All sides other than the ones included are extra. It tasted overall good. The wrap skins are prepackaged and the potatoes are frozen. The meat and veggies are fresh though. The downside was that this place was really understaffed so the order took around 30 minutes and nobody else was there. Make sure you have time if you come here! Also, there were no Mediterranean drinks available, only normal fountain drinks. read more

Tasty Kabab - The Chicken Wrap - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I was driving by the area and saw this place and decided to go in, the inside looked very clean and the owners were very welcoming. I got the kofta platter with saffron rice and hummus and pita side. Everything was seasoned well and flavorful. I will definitely come back to try their other dishes read more

Tasty Kabab - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

my husband and i stopped by to grab dinner to go and found that the food was pretty good. we tried the kebabs and shawarma bowl - both were pretty good and worth trying. it's kinda like chipotle style where you can add toppings onto your bowls. prices were a little higher but the service and food were great. read more

Great Mediterranean food. Kabab, gyro, and Shawarma. All freshly cooked and grilled in front of you. Friendly service, clean and welcoming atmosphere. I recommend this restaurant if you are looking for middle eastern style. Visit yourself to discover. read more

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It was nice to hear people speaking darija. I felt like I was back in vacation in Morocco. They provide generous portions of fresh food and the price was right. The dining area was very clean. We will return when we are back in the area. read more

Tasty Kabab - The Moroccan Mint Tea was fantastic!!!! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

This place is amazing. It fits what I crave all the time. Rice, fresh salad and a meat. This place needs more attention because it's an amazing g read more

They have the secret sauce! And the secret spice... it's so nice - and tasty! The restaurant is clean and smells great the moment you walk in. The gentlemen behind the counter was super friendly and helpful sorting through the options available. A very healthy portion size but I ate it all because it was so good. I think you'll do the same! read more

Tasty Kabab - What you see is the delicious flavors. What you don't see is the heaping pile of meat served for this lunch pita sandwich. Sooooo tasty! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Excellent customer service!! The food is amazing and authentic!!! Clean place and will certainty be going back!!! read more

Tasty Kabab - Chicken Bowl - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Extremely slow service. We were the only ones there Saturday at 2:30pm but we waited 20+ minutes for our food. Food was just ok, nothing great. Mostly rice in the platter and the potatoes were so dry (sitting in warmer tray, precooked). Their sides are all precooked sitting in warmer trays. The fries were not cooked all the way (he forgot so last minute he threw some in the fryer for only 1 minute or less). We were going to order their lunch specials since it didn't say they were only good during certain days but when we got there the guy said "oh those aren't offered weekends" so that's misleading since they don't specify that on their menu. We won't be returning. Disappointing. read more

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this was an absolutely amazing bowl! ive wanted to try this place for a while and finally stopped by; clean and tidy dining area and everyone was nice ! i got the chicken shawarma bowl with lots of toppings and he gave me plenty of chicken. great quality and quantity for around $20 is a deal to me ! read more

Tasty Kabab - Chicken Bowl and Hummus & Pita - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

When we walked in, we were instantly greeted. We walked to the counter and placed our order. The lady was very nice and was extremely helpful in helping us decide and explaining what comes in the dishes. The food itself was very delicious, and the house sauce was one of the best i've had. The tables were also very clean and the place was well decorated and clean. I highly recommend this place! read more

Great place with dedicated owners to among you happy! After a long day of work this feast was amazing including the eggplant which I never eat and the owner challenged me to try it and I loved it. The chicken wrap or shawarma is amazing and they have all the options so you can make just how you want. Please try them and support them, they will earn your business and you will leave happy! read more

Tasty Kabab - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

A small place with good food and pleasant service. We had the lamb kabab with two sides, a cup of lentil soup with a side of hummus and pita. The pita came from a package and then warmed which is always a little disappointing. The smell and taste of fresh bead would have been a welcomed treat. The meats are in a cold case ready for the grill while the sides are in buffet warmers ready to serve. Providing a fairly fast early dinner for us. read more

great kebabs, I had the chicken platter. enough for 2 meals. good friendly service. ordered for my store, they were very accommodating

The restaurant was clean, the service was really good, food was excellent, and the owner was friendly.

I had the chicken tagine, my wife had the chicken shawarma sandwich and both were really good. We also had the Moroccan tea after our meal. Will come back again! read more

Tasty Kabab - Chicken tagine with olives and topped with French fries, with eggplant and beans (loubia) on the side. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Best authentic Arabic food in Hampton roads. We've been there several times and tried almost every item on the menu. Their Moroccan tagine is to die for. The falafel was made fresh. The staff is wonderful. Must visit! read more

Tasty Kabab - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

This place is located in Janaf shopping center in Norfolk. All of the food was absolutely delicious. The eggplant was a show stopper, so flavorful. The chefs were so friendly , and helpful. The chocolate Baklava , and regular baklava were melt in your mouth delicious. The white sauce & spicy sauce were so good . This was hands down, the best Mediterranean food I have ever had. I highly recommend! read more

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First time eating at a kabob restaurant. The grilled chicken kabob platter was delicious. I got it with a side of roasted potatoes and chickpeas which were equally tasty. The people running the place were extremely nice and welcoming. I'd recommend you go give it a try. read more

Tasty Kabab - Grilled Chicken Kabab Platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Worth the trip! The food was delicious, the owners were super sweet and helpful, the place is immaculate and the portions are very generous. We had the chicken kabobs with the saffron rice and a side of hummus with pita bread. The hummus has a little kick to it, but in a good way. read more

Tasty Kabab - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Definitely a must try if you've been searching for a good Mediterranean spot here in the Hampton Roads! The chicken shawarma bowl was super flavorful. I can't wait to go back!! read more

Tasty Kabab - Chicken Shawarma bowl - Middle Eastern Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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I was disappointed with this spot. Nothing was wrong with the restaurant it's self and the staff was friendly. The food tasted like a watered down version of what it was supposed to be. It was lacking in the flavor game. read more

This place was a pleasant surprise that I'd return to without question! The service was great and the gentleman allowed me to try a few things before committing to toppings. The chicken bowl was delicious with basmati rice. There was so much food it easily made a second meal. This place wasn't too packed and made for an amazing date night. read more

Sometimes you discover something amazing merely by chance. Maybe it's a not too popular singer/songwriter that eventually became your favorite singer. Or a book nobody ever talked about that changed your life. Maybe it was a peaceful secluded park in town that has become your place to getaway from the stresses of life. That's how I feel about Tasty Kabab. Just driving by, I happen to look up and see their new sign. I've been to Janaf before, this must have just opened recently. Now, I'm a big kabab fan. In fact I don't think I've ever met a kebab I didn't like. There's something special about meat grilled on a stick. But I've only ever had authentic kebab in other cities. Chicago was my most recent. That was 6 years ago and I've been thinking about that restaurant ever since. Sadly, I don't frequent the Windy City so I'm left with just very fond memories of a great meal. So when I saw this place, I knew I needed to eat there immediately. Entering the restaurant, there was nothing flashy or showy about the place. That's kinda how I got a sense that I was about to be wowed by some amazing food. Some restaurants look great but the food is a disappointment. Don't get me wrong, it was really clean and nice looking but basic. Tables. Chairs. 1 tv playing music in a language I didn't recognize. When I went to the counter, looked at the menu. I wanted to sample it all, they sounded so good but I was here for one thing, kebabs. I ordered the chicken kebabs with rice, eggplant and some roasted potatoes. She said they would be right out as she reached into the cooler and pulled out this sword looking thing with meat on it and placed it on the grill. Our food was going to be fresh to order for sure. When we got our food, I was pleasantly surprised at the amount. This was definitely 2 meals worth of food. Everything I had ordered was simply amazing. The rice was perfect. The eggplant was the best I ever had and the potatoes were delicious. But the main course, the chicken kebabs, did not disappoint my taste buds. As I consumed my fire grilled meat, every memory of the greatest meals of my life moved over to make room for this meal that will forever be burned in my brain as the best, most amazing meal I've ever had. I really didn't understand why this place wasn't packed with patrons. Maybe the word hasn't yet gotten out. Maybe the world doesn't appreciate authentic Mediterranean food like I do. All I know is that I will be frequenting this place and telling everyone I know that they must try this place. Friendly staff. Clean dining room. Excellent authentic Mediterranean food. read more