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    The Original Kebab

    4.2 (146 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy
    Outdoor seating

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    Abdiel N.

    What a hidden Gem! Everything here tastes so fresh! You can tell by the lettuce and meats in my opinion. Plenty of space to eat indoors or outside right in the heart of the coast hwy action! The mixed kebab is my go to! Staff here is Amazing! Treat you like family! Thank you Thair!

    Gyros wrap
    Trevor T.

    Ordered a gyro wrap and it felt very healthy. It was packaged well and the wrap felt healthy. Would have liked a little more meat, but lots of veggies which is nice. Would have also like the gyros meat to be grilled more. My family purchased the gyros and fries along with the falafel and fries which were huge portions. The gyros on the fries looked crispy and delicious. My mother in law was generous and let me have one of her falafel balls which was like an asteroid of deliciousness. I would order one of those options the next time I come here.

    Beef Shawarma Sandwich
    Jamie M.

    Very little meat, lots of iceberg lettuce in my $15.99 Shawarma pita sandwich. Could barely taste the meat, and clearly not worth the price.

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    Jaye A.

    waaait wait waiiiit ... its been a week since I've been here last, aand my mouth is still watering thinking about this place? Hands down the best shawarma wrap I've had. I've dined here twice, and I'm not even from the area. Its one of the reasons why I try to come to oceanside. Located near the pier, this spot is such a convenient place to grab a quick bite, or pick up food to enjoy at the beach. There's also plenty of shops parking nearby (I came on a Monday in the middle of summer). It is a bit small inside, but it does have inside and outside seating! The man there seems a bit stern, but once you talk to him, you'll find him very sweet and kind! He knows their food well and will give you honest recommendations. Support this business. They have delicious food! PS: don't forget the white sauce thingy!!

    Linh Y.

    My brother, my daughters, and I were on our way to Handel's Ice Cream in Oceanside. Right next door to them is The Original Kebab. I knew we had to check them out before dessert LOL. It's a mom and pop restaurant. It has an elongated layout. There are inside and outside seating. The two people behind the counter appeared to be the owners, but not 100% sure. Really nice and friendly people. Thanks for the great service and sweet treat! We ordered the chicken tikka plate that is served with bread, rice, salad and 10 piece chicken wings. Prices were on the higher end. Nevertheless, OMG... I should have ordered 20 piece chicken wings LOL... it was SO GOOD... crispy skin on the outside and moist chicken on the inside! Just delish!! We had 3 dipping sauces for the wings. The chicken tikka plate was so delicious, too. Big tender moist chicken chunks! Flavor was so on point. The sides were fantastic. I am salivating right now LOL. Where have you've been all my life Original Kebab... must eat when you're in the Oceanside area! And yes, we did make it to Handel's afterwards... of course we did! No meal is complete without dessert! LOL

    Chicken shawarma wrap
    Pascal L.

    Best falafel, bar none. Fresh made, fresh fried on order. Excellent, crunchy outside, tender inside. Come back smack for me. Other offerings are good as well, especially the beed shawarma. Really flavorful and tasty. Can get it in a wrap or in a pita bread, I like the option. Friendly owners as well really happy to share their food and culture.

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    Ferber C.

    This was a very ordinary place--not particularly clean, and the ambiance lacked appeal. I ordered a gyro plate along with a 20 oz bottle of water. To my surprise, this simple lunch cost over $24.00, and with the required minimum 15% tip, the total came to more than $28.00. Unfortunately, it was not a pleasant experience. When I went to use the shared restroom to wash my hands, I returned to find my food plate left unattended on top of a small wall. Hmmm... this just isn't the kind of place I'd want to visit again.

    A gyro wrap, so fresh and beautifully presented.
    Aiko M.

    I've been eyeing this place since before they even opened, but my family has been stuck on Angelo's for gyro. I finally stopped in and it exceeded my expectations. The owner is a gem; super friendly and funny. He asked me if it's my first visit, I said yes. He then exclaimed, "1st visit?! Here 6 months!" while raising his hands. Totally guilt-tripped me into planning my next visit! I love the open kitchen: the spits are turning right behind the counter and the veggies are all prepped and ready, Subway-style. I ordered the gyro wrap and it was honestly the best I've ever had. Tender meat, lots of fresh veggies, and the tzatziki is fantastic. It's also deceivingly big: I arrived super hungry and finished about half. Overall, I absolutely recommend this place and cannot wait to come back for a plate or Family Meal. Pros: - friendly! - fresh, quality ingredients - clean and new - indoor and al freso dining - food presentation Cons: - parking sucks - a bit pricey but so worth it

    Gyro Plate with rice and veggies
    Kareem P.

    The Original Kebab is Oceanside's premier Mediterranean food spot that has a great selection kebabs, shawarma, gyros, salads and more! Located right on N Coast Hwy, this new establishment is small family-owned and the owner has been mastering his recipes for over 20 years. Although they are clean inside, because the interior is rather small and basic, this is not the best place to bring groups to sit down and eat. There's a counter to order and then a crammed space for small tables with limited seating options. Also, there isn't any interior decor or ambiance that resonates to the cultural essence of the food. Lastly, there's no dedicated parking lot, so you'll have to rely on street parking. Where The Original Kebab shines is their friendly & gracious customer service and the quality of their food. Their portions are fair and although their pricing may seem on the higher side, they are a standard for a small business trying to survive in Downtown Oceanside and more importantly, the food portions are worth it. After sitting in for a few hours, I witnessed the few people that ate inside having complimented the staff on having the best gyro meat they've ever had. Each portion is sizeable and they even seem to be popular for their gyro wraps or sandwiches (I witnessed many do take-out orders). Overall, I loved the gyro plate that I had and the cucumbers with the rice and lamb meat was tasty. I also enjoyed my gyro pita sandwich and mixed their hot sauce with the Taziki for a great blend I look forward to trying more from this small business and I think that The Original Kebab is a great addition to the Downtown Oceanside Food scene!

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    Brandon G.

    We wanted to have a quick lunch and decided to give this restaurant a try. It turned out to be a good choice. We love the gyro wrap. Would recommend you try the wrap. The owner (I believe he is the owner) was friendly. Straight forward conclusion, good food + good service = happy customer.

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    Great food and great service! I love the vibe. Christian was great. Would def recommend!

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