Middle Eastern Restaurants near Garden Grove, CA

“Perfect food to have to have“

“)O( best falafel best babaganoush best tabouli best wraps everrrrrr )O(“

“Yes and yes! Great menu! Will be back!“

“Awesome food and great service. Atmosphere is what one would expect a strip mall food joint to be. Garlic paste seemed to be house made but the harissa seemed to be sambal oulek (an Asian chili sauce) everything else is really really good, especially the rice.“

“1. The wrap was well-crafted with lots of flavor! The Knafeh was an amazing dessert!
2. The spot has chill casual vibes! The interior is cozy!
3. The staff was very friendly and timely with my order! It came out after 10 mins!
Note: There is no restroom available for customers!

Photo: Chicken Shawarma Wrap and Knafeh“

“Had an outstanding experience at Al Baraka Restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, and full of authentic flavor. The staff were welcoming, attentive, and made us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. The restaurant was clean, comfortable, and the service was fast despite how busy it was. Every dish we tried was excellent, especially the grilled items and fresh bread. Truly one of the best Middle Eastern dining experiences in Anaheim. Highly recommended — definitely a 5-star restaurant!“

“I tried them for the first time yesterday, the food came out fresh smells amazing and tastes so delicious, it’s definitely not going to be my last . I loved the vibe the generosity the cozy seating area it’s 10/10 spot people there are so kind and friendly. It was a pleasure.“

“Excellent donar, burek and baklava. Of course the coffee is great too.“

“I had such a wonderful experience at Saffron Grill! The outdoor patio is absolutely adorable — such a cozy and relaxing space to enjoy a meal.

The service was truly exceptional. William was incredibly polite, attentive, and thoughtful throughout my visit. He made sure my water was always refilled, brought extra sauce without me even having to ask, and checked in just the right amount to make sure everything was perfect.

I also really appreciated that they allowed me to take my time and enjoy my meal on the patio without feeling rushed — it made the whole experience feel even more welcoming and comfortable.

The food was absolutely delicious and tasted very authentic. You can tell there’s real care put into both the flavors and presentation.

Highly recommend — I will definitely be coming back! ✨“

“Great and Tasty Halal Food in town.“

“Had a wonderful experience at this spot in Anaheim.A special thank you to Nahla and Ali for their outstanding servic They were incredibly welcoming, friendly, and made the whole experience even better Highly recommend this place I’ll definitely be coming back“

“Lunch is $25.99 plus Hot Tea: $5.90; you only could order 4 dishes at a time and then “going on forever”, however, you should not have left-over, otherwise, a fine, I assumed. A few choices only available for dinner price($32.99). We ordered Skinny Dipping Cow; Karubi In Tokyo; Tried N True(Bulgogi, Tasty); Daa Pae Pork Belly; Surfin Shrimp(each order has 4 pieces); Winnie The Poohs Sn; Eight Firing Arms(spicy octopus, each order has 2 pieces). We enjoyed Bulgogi, shrimp and octopus more than others. Service was good and responsive.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I visited Papa K in California and it was such a great experience! The Egyptian food is absolutely delicious – authentic, flavorful, and feels just like home. 😋 The portions are very generous, and the prices are really affordable, which makes it even better. The service was excellent; the staff were so kind, welcoming, and always smiling, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for real Egyptian cuisine. I’ll definitely be back! ♥️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ زرت مطعم Papa K في كاليفورنيا وكانت تجربة أكثر من رائعة! الأكل المصري عندهم لذيذ جدًا – طعمه أصيل ومليان نكهات وكأنك في مصر بالظبط. 😋 كمان كميات الأكل كبيرة جدًا والأسعار مناسبة وفي متناول اليد، وده بيخلي التجربة أحلى وأحلى. الخدمة ممتازة؛ الموظفين في منتهى اللطف والترحاب، ودايمًا بيستقبلوا بابتسامة، وده بيخلي الجو دافي ومريح. بجد أنصح أي حد عايز يجرب الأكل المصري الأصيل إنه يزور المكان، وأنا أكيد هرجع تاني ♥️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“this is the best place in the US, in the past 25yrs we finally find a place has the best taste we were raised on.. very fresh, it was ordered for shipping, we didn't have to add any syrup, we just heated up for a little and I can say the neighborhood not only our house smelled knafeh.. thank you so much, we tried the hareseh also very fresh and tasty... can't wait to try the Helbeh and Warbat.. 😍😍😍“

“Amazing food and customer service!! Everything is always fresh and delicious.“

“Nice ambient clean and delicious food“

“Good portions and good food and reasonable prices with friendly service“

“The food was INCREDIBLE! Very large portions and fresh, healthy choices for all ages. We will definitely come here regularly after our first visit!“

“Great dinner, our server was excellent! Loved the guitarist.“

“The food was INCREDIBLE! Very large portions and fresh, healthy choices for all ages. We will definitely come here regularly after our first visit!“

“I highly recommend that you stop to eat here whenever you can. Amazing five star food. Staff is amazing, welcoming and friendly and helpful. Amazingly clean restaurant too. You will not be disappointed unless you pass them by and don't stop in.“

“This is a food truck with several tables available if you want to eat there or you can take the food to go. The food is fresh and delicious. The staff is friendly and helpful. I LOVE this place.“

“Dec 23,2025 : Today for lunch, we ordered a take out from this restaurant:
One order Chicken kabob and rice and the other chicken kabob with rice and salad.
The chicken and the rice were delicious and rightly done. The portions were great. The salad was fresh. And the order was ready on time 🤩
We enjoyed our lunch
For those looking for a great chicken or red meat kabob - we have tried the red meat before- I suggest to try this place once and you’ll be coming back whenever you crave this type of dish.“

“Absolutely fantastic food!“

“This little Persian gem is hands-down my favorite takeout spot in town. Everything feels genuinely homemade – no shortcuts, just bold, authentic flavors that transport you straight to Tehran. The portions are huge, the prices are reasonable, and even on busy nights the orders come out fast, hot, and perfectly packed. Whether I’m grabbing dinner for myself or feeding a crowd, they never disappoint.
The standouts are the tahchin (that golden, crispy tahdig layered with fragrant saffron rice and tender chicken is pure magic), the homemade kabobs, and the kashke bademjan – smoky roasted eggplant with that tangy whey topping that I dream about. They also do amazing catering; every time I’ve ordered platters for parties, guests rave about the food all night. If you love real Persian cuisine, do yourself a favor and try this place – you’ll be hooked after the first bite!“

“The older guy who is the cook in the back (overweight, bald, tan, always looks out from the kitchen when customers enter) has delayed starting pickup orders twice in a row now until the customer arrives in person. It is clearly intentional. Great restaurant and food, but the cook is not doing his job. Not okay. Please speak with him.

The female cashier is awesome. Always good experiences with her.“

“Great workers great food 10/10“

“generous portions and very patient and kind staff! and the food is great too!“

“Very friendly service and the girl at the register was really sweet. The food was very good. I ordered soup and lahmacun and both were delicious. The only small issue was the wait time it took a little longer than expected for simple things like soup and lahmacun but overall everything was good.“

“Cristina helped me navigate the menu as it was my first time ordering here. She was incredibly kind and helpful. Very clean and welcoming environment and my meal was delicious. I ordered the chicken shawarma plate and it did not disappoint. I will absolutely be back 💯💕“

“Easily one of Orange County's crown jewels. The food, customer service, and overall environment are very welcoming and always incredible. Always consistent excellence. Thank you.“

“Excellent Excellent Excellent….. i am from dubai been in canada for about 10 years, was visiting disneyland here in LA. Found this gem of a place late at night…….last time i had a shawarma like this in 10+ years was back home. Amazing service as well. Thanks guys.“

“Very good kebab wraps ( falafel or beef/lamb with salad. The garlic aioli was pretty delicious and tasty too. Staff are friendly and helpful.“

“Delicious food! We loved it !“

“One of our favorite Mediterranean spots, their bowls and wraps are so delicious. I love how customizable the bowls are and the variety of toppings. My move is a bowl with half rice / salad and half fries as the base, half chicken and gyro for the protein, and all the toppings. The fries are McDonald’s-level good imo. I also highly recommend trying all the sauces at the sauce station - my faves are the dill tzatziki and the cilantro jalapeño. Yum! Service was also great at this location, Namrata was patient and friendly answering all our questions :)“

“I'm so used to getting rice that is room temperature at best. So I ordered the chicken shawarma rice bowl, and the first thing I notice is the rice is warm . . . like really warm. I also have a fear of really hot spicy food because it makes me sick. No problem here - the chicken was so delicious, and not "hot" spicy at all. Just a really great flavor. My friend ordered the same, and her reaction was the same. Great flavor, so tasty! The service was great too! But the very best part was the size of the serving - it was such a generous serving, I had to ask for a to-go container, and enjoyed it again later that day. The restaurant was light, bright and clean. I totally recommend this restaurant.“

“Had a great experience here. Had been wanting to try it for a bit. My wife and I stopped in after a long day and wanted something healthy. My wife got a bowl and i got the super duper wrap. I completely botched the ordering process however Isaac swiftly came over and asked what I meant to order. He was very kind and helpful. Great place, great employees. We will be back.“

“The food is quality service is great. I will come back for sure.“

“Definitely the chicken. I like the choices of sides too. I have to try the rest. I hope we get one in our area, Cypress or Cerritos.“

“todo muy rico, excelente trato y no tuve que esperar tanto 😋“

“What a gem of a restaurant, the quality is clear the second you see the food. The taste is fresh and the bowls are so colorful and nutritious. Great value for the generous portions also. Top not service- my go to restaurant for lunch! Also Rotisserie Chicken is great to pick up for dinner and take home to my family!“

“Panini Kabob Grill - Anaheim is a fantastic spot for fresh, flavorful Mediterranean cuisine that never disappoints. From the moment you arrive, the warm and welcoming atmosphere makes you feel right at home.
The food is the real highlight perfectly grilled kabobs, tender and juicy, paired with fragrant rice, fresh salads, and warm pita. Every dish is made with high-quality ingredients, and you can truly taste the freshness in every bite. The variety on the menu ensures there’s something for everyone, whether you’re in the mood for a hearty platter or a lighter option.“

“‏طعم ليس له مثيل على وجه الأرض أطيب الشورما في العالم كلها من لم يجرب شاورما لوكا لم يأكل شاورما من قبل👌👌👌👌👌👌 كل يوم يأتي جديد فاعلم أنه يوجد شاورما على الفحم في شاورما لوكا كن من عشاق الشاورما فسوف تكسب أطيب شاورما في العالم عندما تجرب شاورما لوكا 360 يوم شاورما على الفحم يعني لحق حالك يا كبير جيب العيلة ويلا خلينا نروح على شاورما لوكا أحلى موظفين به وأحلى شباب أحلى معاملة الله يوفقه ويفتحها عليه ويعطيه حتى يرضيه ويبعد عنه كل عيون البشر يا رب العالمين💛💛💛💛💛💛“

“In the haystack of Anaheim, Sarkis is the needle you look for.

It may take many baklava places to try, but Sarkis is the premier choice. Baklava melts in your mouth, made with tradition, soul, and love, not what you usually get with any other Arabic pastry shop. The workers never hesitate to help, and are always great with recommendations.

Many shops have dry sweets, but Sarkis always packs with favor and moisture. If a blue moon appears to not like Arabic sweets, Sarkis also has Western-style pastries that are just as yummy.“

“The food is the best thing that happened to Irvine. It is fresh, crisp, clean eating. Thank you and keep it up!“

“I haven't had too many shawarmas in my life but this was so good. It didn't have too many ingredients but it was tasty! The chicken was soft and it was really good in the soft pita. I had to get one the next day somewhere else just because of it lol“

“Pretty good, but kind of overrated.“

“Excellent food, good service“

“muy buena atención de Natal ~ Brasil 👍“

“Eager to please staff, delicious food (try everything) served family style, loved how the hot water with lemon is served. Perfect for dates family get together’s or whatever else you have going on. Don’t be in a rush. Enjoy the casual vibe.“