Kebab near Chula Vista, CA

“Tried out the Temecula location today and I was amazing. Nice to see an owner owed and occupied business in Old Town. Excellent food and service. Highly recommend!“

“Tried out the Temecula location today and I was amazing. Nice to see an owner owed and occupied business in Old Town. Excellent food and service. Highly recommend!“

“fresh light meal filled me up good portion of frys“

“Istanbul Doner Kebab delivers exactly what you hope for when you walk into a place carrying that name—authentic flavors, generous portions, and food that feels rooted in tradition rather than adapted for convenience.

The doner itself is the star. The meat is well-seasoned, tender, and cooked with care, with that balance that’s hard to get right: flavorful without being greasy, hearty without being heavy. Portions are substantial—this is not a place where you leave still hungry—and the bread and accompaniments complement the doner instead of distracting from it. You can tell the kitchen respects the fundamentals.

Beyond the doner, the menu offers a solid range of Mediterranean staples, and everything feels thoughtfully prepared rather than rushed. The baklava deserves its reputation—it’s rich without being overwhelming, crisp, and clearly made with attention rather than as an afterthought.

The space itself is warm and inviting. The interior design strikes a nice balance between modern and traditional, with a relaxed atmosphere that works equally well for a casual meal or a longer sit-down. Despite being in a busy downtown area, the restaurant manages to feel grounded and unpretentious.

Service can take a little time during peak hours, but it feels proportional to the care going into the food. This isn’t fast food pretending to be something else—it’s a place where quality and portion size matter more than speed.

Overall, Istanbul Doner Kebab stands out as a reliable, satisfying spot for anyone craving real Mediterranean food in San Diego. Honest flavors, generous plates, and a comfortable atmosphere make it a place worth returning to—not just once, but regularly.“

“Excellent food and service!“

“We have ordered Kebabs before here, we recently ordered a meal kit that was all rice and hardly any meat, I mean it was a joke, its a $30 meal. I messaged them because we have ordered several times before and thought maybe they would try to make it right but they never replied. This was 2 weeks ago. We will never buy food here again! The servings are very small and there are tons of other places to eat or order take out around here if they want to be jerks about it! The food is average really, we order out frequently so as not to have to cook and live in the area. We got about $1 worth of rice and lettuce for a $30 meal plate, what a joke!“

“Fusion Kabob has the freshest and best tasting foods. Everything on their menu is so flavorful and tasty. I go here so often and its truly one of my fav places to eat from. I recommend this place for anyone wanting Mediterranean food or anything fresh and flavorful.“

“Friendly great place to fuel up!!“

“The grilled chicken in any menu item. The chicken wrap is to kill for, according to my better half. The simple rice with grilled chicken kabob is my go-to. At least once a week.“

“Unbelievably good. It’s worth the trip for the mountain of perfect fries alone.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Six stars, easily. The chicken kabob was perfectly grilled, tender, and bursting with flavor. The strawberry salad was crisp, bright, and downright addictive. Clean flavors, done right. I’ll absolutely be back“