The menu is straightforward but done exceptionally well, whether you go for the classic beef/lamb doner, chicken plates, or their wraps, everything tastes clean and high‑quality. The sides (especially the rice and salads) are bright and well-prepared, not an afterthought like at many similar places. It has a fast food vibe with healthier options. Service is fast, friendly, and efficient. The restaurant is clean and comfortable for dine‑in, but they're also great for quick takeout. read more

Twisted Meats - The Doner salad. Beef and fries. - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Dear gentle reader, Do not approach ordering from Twisted Meats lightly--for you and your taste buds stand on the brink of something bordering on the transcendent. The vegetables arrive so fresh that even the most resolute vegan might momentarily forgive the unapologetic abundance of beef, lamb, and chicken beneath them. The sauces are lush, indulgent, and impossibly smooth--crafted with a decadence that feels almost improper to describe. The fries? Crisped to perfection on the outside--twice over, it seems--while the interior dissolves into something closer to silk than potato. And then there is the staff: disarmingly kind, effortlessly charismatic, and possessed of a presence that elevates the entire experience. The towering proprietor, all 6'8" of him, greets guests with a smile that borders on euphoric--especially when he places into your hand a perfectly chilled stein of Enegren Valkyrie. The beer selection is not merely good; it is curated with intent and reverence. Each pour feels like a quiet passage to the old country--a place you may not want to leave once you arrive. In short, their meats linger in the mind long after the meal ends. We are fortunate, indeed, that two gentlemen from Deutschland chose to share their craft here. PROST! read more

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If you're in the area and haven't tried Twisted Meats yet, you're seriously missing out. Their **doner sandwich is on another level** juicy, perfectly seasoned, and packed with flavor. Every time we get it, it's just as good as the last. At this point, we're honestly addicted and keep coming back for more. The **quality of the food is consistently excellent**, and you can tell everything is made fresh and with attention to detail. Nothing feels rushed or low-quality. On top of that, the **customer service is fantastic**. The staff is always friendly, welcoming, and makes you feel appreciated as a customer, which makes the whole experience even better. Highly recommend this spot. **Try it once and you'll definitely be back.** read more

Very good doner kebab. I tried doner sandwich and meat and bread were amazing. Service was good. Price is little high for a doner sandwich but I think because bread and meat they use are high quality. Restroom was clean. Plenty of parking. There are inside and outside seating. read more

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I tried the beef & lamb sandwich with feta topping, as suggested from one of the reviews I read. I loved the lightly toasted bread with sesame seeds! It has a crunch texture that i like. The meats are a bit salty, but I think it was salty because he was scraping off the bottom of pan, which means I got the last of what was left on bottom, drenched in salt maybe. I asked my daughter about it, and she said it's usually not salty like that. The veggies seemed fresh though. The service was quick and easy. Great place for lunch or dinner. Maybe come in ahead of time rather than way after lunch time like I did. Lol read more

Yummy flatbread sandwich. Bread is thick and meat is well seasoned. Could use some jalapeños or pepperoncinis tho-maybe I'll bring my own next time. Nice casual option. Ample parking. Sandwiches do take a while to make so order ahead. read more

Twisted Meats - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

I am so sad I have been craving Twisted Meats because it was so delicious last time and I drove here from Oxnard and I couldn't be more disappointed. The beef and lamb meat was not on the rotisserie and that should have been the first clue. The meat was so dry and not fresh. The portion was much smaller than the last time I was here and I understand times are tough for restaurants but if you're gonna charge the prices then it's disappointing. It was $32 for the doner box with fries and a side of hummus and pita. The hummus was dry and not smooth and creamy like the last time and the pita was so hot by the time they cooled off they were too hard to eat. They charge .49 to have the fries on the side and I wish they would have at least mentioned that. The gal who was working was sweeping the floor which I appreciate a clean restaurant but she didn't wash her hands before working the register and serving me my meal. We love to try to eat at locally owned restaurants but Oh well I guess my craving for Twisted Meats is no longer. read more

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The food was delish & offered great value for the price. The chicken was my fav , but I also tried the half & half option, which was awesome. It allowed me to experience the flavors of both beef and lamb doner. The team was friendly and helpful. Lars assisted us with any questions we had about the menu, and Eldor was kind too He even brought us a special doner bread to try, which was crispy, warm, and paired perfectly with hummus I recommend this place & will definitely be returning next time we visit Thousand Oaks. DÖNER RICE BOX read more

Twisted Meats - Doner box with DÖNER RICE BOX - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Very stingy with the meat. Don't get it wrong, the sandwiches are pretty good but quite expensive for the very small amount of meat you're getting in the sandwich. You go to a place like Tel Aviv in Encino or Soomsoom in Westlake Village and they load up your plate with really good Mediterranean food. This place is more expensive and you get less than half the quantity. read more

This place is great! It is the closest thing to the doner wraps we had in Germany. I love the fact there is a restaurant where my meat loving friends can order two different types of meat and I can order my vegan meal. The rice is so flavorful and the veggies are very fresh. The portions are large. The staff is friendly, attention and informative. They have both high tables and booths. It is cozy inside but they also have a great outside patio. We will definitely be frequenting this spot! read more

Twisted Meats - Kid's bowl with rice and falafel - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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I stopped by after doing a quick search in the area for a top lunch spot. They were right off the 101 freeway going north, inside a plaza. There was a good size parking lot, but at lunch time it filled up. Inside is nice and clean, very modern cafe/bistro vibes. You order at the counter and the lady brought me my food when it was ready. There is inside seating but not a lot and there is no real place to wait for a to-go order inside. The menu is large and clear and plenty of offerings but it's not overwhelming. The cashier was super friendly and very helpful. It took about 8-12 minutes to get my food. Donor Sanwhich w/ Lamb and Beef - 4 Star - the bread was unique, almostlike a small loaf that was hallowed out so you just have a crisp shell. It was a great vehicle for the mounds of meat and veggie. I opted for no tomatoes and went with the spicy sauce. I definitely would get at least 1 more sauce to balance the meat out. Fries - 5 Star - I addded the fries and drink to make it combo. The size was kind of on the small side for a $7 bump but they were really good. Slightly battered and preseasoned with a great crunch. The garlic sauce is like a garlicky ranch and was also really good on the sandwich. My total was $29 and I definitely could have split with my wife, but it was my birthday so powered through and ate it all. read more

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GREAT healthy food option. Bread and veggies are always fresh, meat is halal, customer service is always on point. I have been a customer here since they first opened and continue to keep coming back. Beef and lamb is my favorite. Not the cheapest meal but well worth it! read more

The doner sandwich was delicious and you can taste that the ingredients are fresh. I'd come back for dinner to try one of their German beers. read more

Twisted Meats - DÖNER SANDWHICH - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Having grown up eating Döner, it's tough to find a place in the US that meets that flavor profile. Twisted meats absolutely nails it. Get the lamb and beef with all of the veggies for the most authentic taste. Sauces are unique, the tzatziki is the closest we found to our hometown locale. The bread is perfection, and the fries are cooked well. The restaurant is efficient, clean, and the food outstanding. Go! read more

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Well we came back, again! I really cannot stress enough how good the Doner is. The bread is wonderful and fresh, made daily with imported German flour. The shaved lamb on the sandwich is to die for. Load up the veggies and use original sauce. Look at the photo, that's "1" sandwich. Huge, my wife and I split. Also fresh kegs of imported German beer. Come on! What else could you ask for. Get here, yesterday! read more

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Love this place! Great food and incredible service. It's fast and fresh in an upbeat environment. They even have outdoor seating which is dog friendly and they are one of the few healthy options for late night meals. My hubby and I eat here 3-4 times a month. We always get the chicken. He gets the wrap combo with fries, extra spicy sauce and a drink. My go to is the rice plate with the original sauce. The veggies are always fresh and the portions are generous. read more

One of the mediterranean places, I've tried here in Thousand Oaks. The meat was very tasty and tender. The flavors were omg. The service was very good and attentive. The restaurant exuded an inviting cleanliness that immediately put me at ease, while the tantalizing aroma wafting through the air ignited my senses and heightened my anticipation. Without a doubt, I am eager to return and indulge in the delightful experience once more. read more

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Excellent food and service. Reasonable prices. Easy to get to. Adding characters to get 85...

Used to be so good. We brought everyone here. Reminiscent of college food, but better. We are here once a week. We are German speakers and appreciated the food. The bread was amazing! Then we came back. Took 40 minutes to get cold, food. Rice was so hard that it looked like raw yellow lentils. Leftover meat and questionable freshness. When we told the server with red hair, she said it was hot and challenged us by saying it was. Nope. It was cold. Secondly none of the meat was cut from the Doner. Really? 100 bucks for 4 dishes and a beer. Nope. Up charges for every thing. Speaking of beer, it was 1/2" from the top. Seriously? Oh. Don't cut the Döner when it's still raw (see pictures). It's gross. And the pan on top of the machine is all the chopped up meat from the spindle of gristle that you cut. Go anywhere else. This was disappointing. And Ruben, sorry. As much as we appreciated the free Kolsch... and platitudes that this was fresh food you make everyday, this was terrible. read more

Twisted Meats - Raw Doner being cut - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Best Döner I've had outside of Germany! The bread is super crunchy, the meat is delicious and the portions are generous. Staff is friendly and probide good customer service. I like the outside seating area, especially the herb garden read more

The food is nice and freshly. Although feels like they are a bit understaffed at lunch team.

Oh hoho, a wize-azz "manager" reply? So classy and professional! As I look back on your recent customer reviews (we're not guests), I see lots of complaints like mine, where you have the same wise a** and disrespectful replies to their complaints about your crappy food, incompetent staff, and high prices. LOTS of 1-star reviews. Nothing but excuses excuses excuses and blaming the customer. Pathetic. First, where did I mention feta was the reason for my sodium bomb comment? My comment was that ALL of your crappy food was too salty which you revealed here is because your heavy handed cooks shake too much of that "bold" spice blend on the food. Over-seasoning is what shops like yours do to hide the bad taste and low quality of your food. Next, you're not smart enough to understand that your employee FAILED to tell me to GRAB my paid for drink on the way out. Not one apology to me to regain my interest and business! By mocking and ridiculing a customer's dissatisfaction and honest review, you must be making hundreds of dollars in sales there, Ruben! Go back to Koln, der Trottel! lol read more

The meat is way under spiced, they put too much veggies that masks the meat taste they charge a lot xtra if you use a card or split a Sandwich or take a deep breath ! . The guys who wraps the sandwiches are obviously begging and spill the meat a lot . Over all over prized for what you are getting and the service is uncooperative,underwhelming experience. read more

In 2006, my wife and I boarded a plane to Germany, chasing a dream called The World Cup. We didn't have tickets--of course we didn't--but we had friends, beer, and the kind of optimism that makes sense only in your twenties. We found ourselves in Köln's Fanzone: tens of thousands of strangers, flags waving, songs spilling from every direction. A stranger handed me a beer I hadn't ordered. In that moment, I understood what civilization was for. We drank. We cheered. We belonged. At some point, my new companions suggested a "Döner kebab." "A what?" I asked. Moments later, I was holding a miracle wrapped in warm bread: spiced meat, crisp vegetables, creamy sauce, all dancing together in perfect symmetry. I ate. I was changed. The night dissolved into laughter, streetlights, and one too many meters of beer. I've been chasing that taste ever since. Fast forward nearly twenty years. The same German friend--now older, wiser, still capable of mischief--tells me, "You have to try Twisted Meats." So I went. Tucked into an unassuming corner of Newbury Park, Twisted Meats doesn't look like a portal to another life. But step inside and--there it is. The smell. The sizzle. The promise. I ordered the döner. One bite and I was back in Köln. The bread--soft and toasty. The meat--perfectly spiced, shaved into ribbons of glory. The vegetables--fresh, cool, alive. The sauce--divine, with that elusive tang I'd been missing for almost two decades. I closed my eyes. The roar of the crowd came back. The laughter. The songs. The generosity of strangers. If you're looking for authenticity, for flavor that travels across continents and years, for a meal that feels like memory--Twisted Meats is your ticket. Go. Order the döner. And if someone hands you a beer you didn't ask for, drink it. You're in the right place. read more

Twisted Meats - Döner - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

The food is incredible! Fresh, organic, and authentic doner kebob (Turkish) done in the style we get when we're visiting my wife's home of Köln, Germany. The best!! Happy to support a great quality local business. Staff have always been very attentive and polite. Thank you! read more

We been to Twisted Meats 4 times now, and each time is just as good as the last. My Go-To is the Chicken Wrap w/Chef Special Sauce. The spicy sauce is "Spicy", so beware. I have to be able to finish the wrap in one sitting. It is packed full of meat and veggies, so will be very full. I highly recommend the Chef Fries w/Feta cheese, so delicious! My son and daughter-In-Law have gotten the sandwich; this thing is "HUGE" and will definitely fill an empty stomach. My wife has gotten the bowl a few times, and she absolutely loves it. It is almost big enough for two meals. You will for-sure fill your belly with great quality food and friendly service. The staff is amazing. Inside, there is seating for about 12-14 people, and an open kitchen concept so you can watch you meal being prepared. I hope you enjoy Twisted Meats as much as we do. read more

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The best wrap I have ever had!service was excellent, music was great, It was better than the best burger I have ever eaten! Good luck and much success to Lars and his partner! Only wish there was a Twisted Meats close to Vista! !!!! read more

The Doner sandwiches were amazing. I had beef and lamb and my son had chicken and they were both great. The service was excellent on top. We will definitely be back! read more

First time here I saw good reviews and I said why not try it I got the sandwich and wrap I'm telling you the good review is not Jsut for hype the food is actually very good but the sandwich steals the show its very delicious I would recomend getting the sandwich and the portions are good and the service was fantastic definelty would recommend this place visit very unique cuisine read more

Twisted Meats - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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Fresh ingredients, but the portion felt small for the price. A little rice, some salad, a small amount of meat, and fries for $35 just didn't feel worth it. read more

This is a great doner place, that offers meats that are portioned well. The chicken and lamb/beef options both tasted wonderful, cooked to perfection. One thing I loved is that everything comes in a to-go type box. This is super convenient if you have leftovers or simply want to take your meal home to enjoy later. It's fun to try different combinations here, and the simplicity of the menu is great. You can mix and match to create your perfect meal, which makes each visit fun to try a new take on what you like. It's a great spot for a casual lunch or dinner. read more

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Good food, but chicken sandwich without sides was $25! I ordered for pick up and asked for the status as the app told me it was likely ready. I waited another 10 minutes before asking when they think it would be ready and they said 'soon, we're pretty busy.' I think the wait would have been longer if I hadn't asked - it took about 25 minutes from ordering to getting the sandwich. read more

Twisted Meats - Chicken shawarma $25 sandwich!!! - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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This place is great! Always good! Wraps and other options are big enough to share between a couple. Pricier than fast food but 100x more worth it! My teenagers love it too! Definitely have to try! Staff is very friendly and helpful. The location is close to the freeway, always clean and tidy (even the bathroom). read more

Twisted Meats - Order Counter - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

If you've ever had a late night Döner Kabab in Germany. This place is for YOU. I was so nostalgic for the flavors and this place did not disappoint. The bread is imported. The meat is delicious and the toppings are fresh. German beer and wines are a great compliment. It brought me right back to münich late night dining! BRAVO! read more

Twisted Meats - Perfect menu - Mediterranean Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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It was amazing food and even better service. Eldor was fantastic! 10/10 would recommend

If you are craving great handcrafted German street food with style, this is the place! Service staff are super friendly! With the open kitchen you can see everything being made with care and freshness. The flavors are spectacular! The vibe is great inside and out! Highly recommend! Don't forget to get your stamp card for your next visit. read more

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Found them on Yelp! Reviews looked great and I loved the name. Classic rock was playing on the stereo system as I walked in and announced it was my first time. I was clueless, but Lars immediately suggested the Sandwich. So that was a no-brainer! You start by choosing one of 4 styles (Sandwich, Wrap, Salad, and a couple Boxes). Then add a protein (Chicken, Falafel, or my choice: Beef and Lamb). Toss in veggies (I opted for the Original Style, which is everything). Then add some sauce. Several to choose from. There was a healthy amount of meat! And the veggies were all firm and fresh. Wonderfully crispy crust on the bread, softer inside, in a shell-style like pita bread. Excellent value. The flavors combined beautifully - nothing overpowered. I saw a side of zucchini fries! Yes, please! They also have regular and sweet potato. They offer 4 types of draught beer as well as a few wines. Pepsi products are at the fountain, though they also have a mini-fridge with bottle of Mexican Coke and some other goodies. Parking is easy in the shopping center lot. And there's a nice outdoor patio with a half dozen tables, though I sat indoors for this one. I also met Ruben, the owner, who gifted me with some delicious Feta Fries that apparently were mis-ordered and going to be tossed. And Lars brought some delicious black tea for me to try. Definitely worth a drive from Oak Park! read more

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There is NOTHING like the doňer's flavor in Conejo Valley, that I've tried. It's German Street Food, but adopted from Turkey. My limited experience would match it close to Greek gyros, and other Mediterranean ingredients. And more familiar is having seasoned French fries with the order. It's messy; a little pricey; ..but you won't forget that meal, and return quickly with friends! read more

I'm gonna make this review simple and easy to understand This place blew my freaking mind. It was so good. The service was absolutely amazing. Shout out Ruben. The food was some literally some of the best halal food I've ever eaten in my entire life. And the ambience was something to remember If you were in Newbury Park go, don't even think about anywhere else. Go to twisted meats and let them twist your meats. Good thank you have a great day. You're welcome. read more

This place is truly a wonderful surprise! The food is fresh, organic, and the döner kebab is incredibly authentic -- absolutely top quality. I'm so happy to support such a thoughtfully run local business. The staff are always attentive, polite, and make you feel very comfortable. Thank you! read more