You know the doctor says the Mediterranean diet is one of the best diets you can eat, so after church today I decided to treat myself to some Mediterranean deliciousness. And WOW... this place is beautiful! Everyone inside was so friendly, and they have video screens showing all the delicious food. I was standing there thinking, Oh boy... I'm about to break every diet I've ever been on. Because let's be honest... Mediterranean food CAN be healthy, but it can also become very UNhealthy depending on what you pick. And I picked GOOD. I got the trio with chicken, steak and seasoned beef, along with that perfectly cooked rice with the little noodles in it (I have no idea what it's actually called ‍), plus hummus. But let's STOP for a moment and recognize the garlic hot sauce that comes on the side. OH. MY. GOODNESS. That stuff is DELICIOUS! I could put it on just about everything.The whole meal was fantastic, and there was so much food that I'm saving the rest for dinner. Win-win! And then came dessert... It had a crumb-like base, Jell-O-ish putting custard, deliciousness with green pistachio on top. I'm not exactly sure what it was called, but this thing was SCRUMDIDDLYUMPTIOUS! I also noticed they have a bunch of really cool drinks that I've never even seen before, so now I'm excited to come back and start trying those. And OF COURSE I grabbed a menu because I already knew this place was going to be good. I like to plan ahead. Yeah... they better get used to seeing my face because I'm about to become a regular! This is definitely going on my list of favorite spots. 10 STARS if Yelp would let me! World Famous Grill, you've got yourself a new customer! read more

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In the mood for Mediterranean food today. Come with me to check this place out. I had: 1. Kabob combo - beef, chicken & kafta served with rice, hummus 2. Philly steak fries - fries topped with cheese, beef, bell peppers, mushrooms, jalapeno, ranch & their famous sauce 3. Baklava 4. Horchata read more

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Got the shawarma fries half beef and half chicken and it did not disappoint. The flavors are amazing and the portions are huge! Would def recommend going here if you're in Downey read more

World Famous Grill - Shawarma fries half beef and half chicken - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

So this was my first time trying out their Downey location. Nice place, clean with plenty of parking. Placed my to go during work lunch, waited a bit longer than the ETA but not an issue for fresh food. Ordered a couple item this time, Kabob Plate and Shawarma Fries. The Good: Shawarma Fries always hit the spot. This place has alot of fusion med/Mex style good. The Mid: Kabob plate. Meat was flavorful, but super dry. Order was fresh so I know it wasnt sitting the there. Not sure but something missing with the seasoning or something. Veggies were not super fresh cant really say what was lacking. The go-tos' here are the burgers and specialty fries. So dissapointed in the kabobs but for sure will order my usual next time. read more

World Famous Grill - Kabob Plate - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

when we first walked in, the staff were friendly by welcoming us, offering us a menu, and recommending their best burgers. we ordered the swiss mushroom and crispy chicken burgers, both combo so it came with friends and we can grab our soda of choice from the fridge. the place was spacious, clean, and had a lot of tables. once our food was ready, the staff brought it to our table! swiss mushroom burger - THIS WAS SO GOOD! their beef patty is super juicy and flavorful. i haven't had a burger like this before that makes you keep wanting to eat it. their beef patty is really really good. everything is so balanced, not overwhelmed by the mushroom or onions and it complimented each flavors perfectly. crispy chicken burger - the chicken was indeed really crispy and juicy on the inside. this burger tasted like a hearty meal, not too salty or bland, on the higher end than other chicken burgers i've tasted. their fries were crispy and seasoned well! i recommend getting their SPICY GARLIC SAUCE to dip. it was house made and delicious. Ali, the cashier and who brought our food was so kind and welcome, really excellent customer service. will definitely be back!! read more

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Delicious soup, combo plates, and a Latin fusion. All authentic, I was worried at first, but it wouldn't be authentic because of the mix fusion but they definitely have both flavors very well defined. There is space to eat and service is great. read more

Glad I found this place, it was so bomb! They nailed a nice thick veggie patty, and now I don't have to drive 30 mins away, they had my online order done right on time and the cashier was the sweetest. Messing this burger up as I type this! read more

World Famous Grill - Veggie Burger MEAL Absolutely love this veggie burger, hard to find a good and thick veggie patty burger near me - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

I placed an online order through their website on 5/2 and when I came to pick it up the restaurant was closed with no sign or acknowledgement of why they closed early. Online and food service websites indicated they were open. Luckily I was able to dispute the charges for my online order through my credit card company. A note to the owner of the Downey location in the future to please not allow any online orders if your gonna close up early. read more

The food is delicious! Highly recommend the beef and chicken kabob plate. Steak is perfectly cooked, nice and tender. The sides: salad, hummus, rice and special sauce are excellent. The service is great as well. The cashier made great suggestions when he saw that we couldn't decide on a plate for our picky eater. The restaurant inside is very clean. Will definitely be a returning customer. read more

Lived up to the standard of the Bell location, but perhaps better in the sense that the service was faster. Over great food and service read more

World Famous Grill - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

I went to the Downey location but am excited to try the location in Bell. I got a half and half shawarma over fries with cheese sauce and it absolutely rocked my world. I'm eager to try other dishes. The place is clean and comfortable with decent parking, and the staff was super-friendly. A+++++ read more

Review #612 None Elite Squad I do plan to go once in a while if im craving Mediterranean and if im in that shopping plaza. The Menu has more than a few items ..by the way, ill be focus on the Mediterranean part because I haven't tasted the Mexican part... the Mediterranean part has 14 items for example ..but the pictures are only 3..if you ask about the items that dont have a pic.. they'll just repeat the description on the menu.. if you know your Mediterranean items by name by heart you wont have a problem cause you'll know what you're ordering.. but for me I always end up just picking the Kabob Combo.. if you order online on Postmates, Uber Eats, Seamless for example its beyond Pricy ..its like $30..so go in person.. you'll save money... i think Door Dash is like $22 but go in person. Parking could be a Problem depending at what time you go cause of all the Restaurants that are in that plaza but I always find a spot. the Dining Area is ok, its clean...ive always ordered to go but I do sit in the dining area while I wait..but lets talk about the food.. The Kabob Combo.. Delicious! Humus Delicious! Rice Done Right! the salad is good..hmmm.. i think i always settle for the garden.. not sure i dont know which one is which.. the pita is generic but good, the Kabobs are Great! they always over cook them when ive gotten them but theyre still Delicious! they give you 3 different types.. that's what you want in other restaurants when they only give you 2 and make you get the 3rd a la cart... i Recommend this plate.. it'll fill you up... the Customer Service is good, theyre not rude, theyre nice. ill give it 4 out of 5.. they always have orders and customers when ive gone so you know theyre doing things right.. it does take a while cause its made to order so if you're in a hurry call ahead..im pretty sure they'll have it ready when you get there. They're Quote is #EATFAMOUS read more

World Famous Grill - at the World Famous Grill - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Good fast casual restaurant featuring Mediterranean and fusion foods. They had a good selection of Lebanese sodas. I tried the chicken Shawarma fries which were fantastic, and the lamb chops which came with hummus and rice, and were surprisingly tender. The cashier who took my order was helpful and friendly and made recommendations. read more

World Famous Grill - Shawarma Fries Chicken - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Came here again and food was delicious and tasty! Price range is average for these plates but very very good and the customer service is on point! So this time I'm giving them 5 stars read more

The crispy chicken burger is soooo good. Love the shredded lettuce. Only complaint is all the muscles I had to keep spitting out. A total jaw work out I did not expect walking into this establishment. *Whomp whomp whomp!* Oh how I wish I could eat it my burger all the way through without having to stop and spit. First world problems much? I doubt this is a "one off" either because the chicken burrito had hardened chewy pieces of muscle in the burrito too! I suppose, If they haven't specifically instructed the workers to CUT THE MUSCLES OUT, during the skinning or cutting part of the process uhmm...this may be the time to do so! Or perhaps they just buy their meat cut from the vendor like this? On a positive note....The Buffalo and Spicy Garlic WINGS are DE-LICIOUS! I'd highly recommend these for my garlic lovers! They're sort of In between wet and dry wings. I love, love, LOVE the flavorful batter coating too! Thankfully It's they didn't just pour a grip of wing sauce on unseasoned meat. Phew! In honesty, I probably won't be back but it's all down to personal preference: 1) I'm down with certain "fusion food" but I prefer my Mexican food to be flavored authentically, the chicken for the burrito at Famous taste like it was seasoned for a shawarma. 2) I can't stand the muscles and tendons or whatever weird chewy, hard chicken body parts were in the meat. 3) Burgers are my usual jam at the original location of Famous and had it not been for the muscles in the burgers at this location. I would have likely given em a four star for the crispy chicken burger and bomb ass wings alone. read more

World Famous Grill - Chicken Burrito, Chicken Burger - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

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My wife and I went to Downey to out the food at the World Famous Grill,we have been to the Original one in Bell the food was really good we enjoy it. They open World Famous Grill in Downey then we headed there to try the food. The restaurant is average size including refrigerator with all kind of drink including Mexican and American soda and also drinks from the Middle East. They also have a dessert display serving Middle Eastern dessert like Baklava. We were looking at the menu and see what to order my wife decided to the falafel wrap with fries then I order the Kabob plate it have chicken and beef including salad and humus and pita comes with garlic spead and other sauces. The chicken was delicious season well and cook perfect same with the beef season and also cook perfect with incredible favors. The humus was pretty I enjoy it and the salad was good and rice pilaf was amazing good. My wife enjoy her falafel wrap and fries. read more

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I had very high hopes for this place. The kofta was dry :(( but the flavor was there! That spicy garlic sauce was very good. The fries were cooked perfectly. I want to try other stuff - they have a huge menu! Hoping for a better experience next time :) read more

World Famous Grill - Kafta Wrap MEAL $23 (I added spicy garlic - extra $$) - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

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Your Thoughts? 1/2 Steak Wrap: The steak wrap, served with a spicy garlic sauce, was decent in flavor but didn't quite hit the mark to make it a repeat order. Expenses: 0/1 The wrap was $14.29 before tip, which is a bit steep for this particular item. Location: 1/1 Located in a medium sized plaza with several parking spots available. Staff was friendly and I was able to pay via debit card. Possibility of a Future Visit & Recommendation: 1/1 I think I'll come back at some point, the wrap wasn't bad. Just not good enough to reorder at that price point. read more

Always get the Mediterranean plate. I love it. The food is fresh so it may take 20+ minutes for your order to be ready. The parking lot of decent size. The place is always clean. Staff is super friendly and welcoming and are happy to answer any questions read more

Food was very delicious, fresh, and had that homemade taste to it. The cashier Rima was super helpful with the menu and very friendly explaining the different dishes as well as the culture! I look forward for o my next visit; I can't wait to try the rest of the menu! read more

World Famous Grill - Kabob Combo Tabouli Salad Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

food was good! We ordered a mushroom burger that was juicy and delicious and we ordered a chicken wrap that was really good too! The service was quick, good and friendly staff. We will definitely be back! read more

Oooolala! I am so glad I came across this new gem in Downey. I ordered the chicken shawarma and must say that every bite led me to wanting more, it was so good. I felt like a jolly kid in a candy store looking at all the delicious options the menu has to offer. I am much pleased with my decision and will be coming back to try some more. The staff and ambience are delightful! The food is freshly made with the meats freshly butchered... it is hard to find a genuine spot such as this one. I will be coming back. The owner Ali is really nice and such a helpful guy. I am looking forward to more experiences. Thank you!! Y'all must try this spot! read more

World Famous Grill - Chicken shawarma wrap with spicy sauce - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

The place is a Mediterranean restaurant! I think it's the best one in Downey . The lentil soup is also good! A must if you're feeling middle eastern food . Chicken kabobs are so good read more

This cute little place opened up really close to me and it was delicious! I order the shawarma bowl with lettuce instead of rice! The chicken shawarma has the best flavor! read more

World Famous Grill - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Didn't have my food ready when it said it was, cashier had a bad attitude and couldn't help me decide a different substitute from the garlic potato's they didn't have. Was more focused on her phone read more

Best loaded fries I have ever had. The portions are generous, too! Keep doing what youre doing and I'll keep coming back read more

World Famous Grill - Philly Steak Fries - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

I am both happy and sad that World Famous Grill is not closer to my house. Sad because it's not close enough to my house. Happy because if it was closer, it would be the only place I'd eat. A few weeks ago, a friend of mine catered our poker night from World Famous. Often when you get large amounts of chicken, beef, and this case kefta and falafel, the meat has a tendency to be dry and tough. This was so not the case. The meat was tender, juicy, and immensely flavorful. The falafel was the best I've ever had in my life. If you know of better, please tell me. The hummus was good, but overshadowed by an unbelievable spicy garlic sauce. That night poker took a back seat to World Famous. A week or so later, I was back in the area and had to try it again. This is no ordinary Mediterranean spot, they have everything. They have burgers, Mexican, even Mexican influenced Mediterranean dishes. Fun fact- Mexican al pastor actually comes from the Mediterranean shawarma. Anyways, this time I had an unbelievable steak wrap. I could easily eat this every day for the rest of my life. My son tried the Monster Nachos that come with carne asada and homemade tortilla chips. He said it was the best nachos he's ever had. My wife had the falafel plate and you already know what I think about the falafel. I honestly can't wait to go back to try so many other things. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, you see why I'm glad it's not too close. They may have to roll me out of there. read more

A small family owned Mediterranean restaurant. We were in Downey so decided to swing by for a quick lunch. We ordered from a nice person named Daysha. She even provided us with a free tasting of their baklava and was really tasteful. Our meal came very fast. It was great. Will be coming back here again and will try more stuff from their menu. read more

So good! A great welcoming environment, the staff were busy with in person and phone orders but they got us our food quickly. My family ordered the kabob plate and the ribeye steak meal. Everything was amazing- I can't wait to go back for more halal food. read more

World Famous Grill - Western Burger MEAL - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

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What can I say? These carne asada fries really did live up to the hype. Man that orange salsa was amazing! The fries themselves were crunch and very well seasoned and the salsa with the sour cream just worked so well. Some of the best fusion food I've ever had. The restaurant was nice and clean. A little small but very well kept. Overall a great experience food wise and will most likely be returning. read more

World Famous Grill - Carne Asada Fries - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

Presentation was good and food look forward to eating a burger and ketchup it's first time eating in the restaurant

I love this place but tonight they really disappointed me. I didn't care when they start charging for the garlic sauce because it's so damn good! But for a dollar I want the container filled but tonight it was half filled! I feel I got hustled. Idk anymore about this place after this read more

World Famous Grill - Mexican Near Me - Downey, California

So I was out in Downey when I found this spot and decided to order the Beef Schwarma Wrap. The parking spaces are a little compact so you gotta be a little careful when you park. The place was pretty busy when I walked in and the food took about 15 minutes to prepare. The cashier also gave me the sauce with it and I am glad she did. The Beef Scharma wrap was flavorful and fresh but the sauce definitely elevated the Schwarma wrap for sure! Will be back for more Mediterranean food in the future! read more

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The chicken shawarma wrap was 10/10. Restaraunt is clean and customer service was . Would recommend if you in downey ir wanna try meditteranean fusion food come through. read more

There food is amazing the zinger fries is my favorite food i can not get enough of it if i could i would eat 10 of those and there service is beyond amazing!! Would definitely recommend this to others read more

Our family either comes in or orders take out at least once a week, we love the kabob plates, the meat is always delicious & can't forget the sauce! Always great customer service, young kids working but they are mature and try their best. read more

Excellent chicken Shawarma dish. One of the best we've ever had. The place is very clean and welcoming. It's our new go to place for chicken Shawarma In Downey. read more

I have been coming to this restaurant since they were in Anaheim. Last time I tried the buffalo chicken fries burrito, its HUGE! I spit it with my partner and we ate it over two days and it was so good! The service is always friendly in all branches. And I usually take out but the seating is good for solo or with family. read more

Not only is the food outstanding, but is made by hand by the owner's Lebanese mother. The gentleman that served us was her grandson. He served us hand-rolled grape leaves (she had made the night before) so densely packed they wouldn't spill a grain of rice. The kebabs were generous with meat, I should have asked for a knife - I ended up needing to tear them by hand because they were so nicely portioned. The meat is halal, hand-slaughtered, and does not disappoint. Whatever you do - get the spicy sauce and put it on everything! The service was outstanding, the grandson came to check on us, and was so friendly. He great pride in his family restaurant and grandmother's recipes. read more

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The food was good but was pre-made which made it soggy. Especially the chicken roll was soggy and the burger was not freshly made. When we ordered the shawarma rice bowl, the guy over there did not give us any spoon or fork to eat the rice. The food was also oily and was not properly made especially the burger patty was hard and not tender. If u want a better famous grill go to the one in Bell, they give larger portions and the food was freshly made read more