Real Kabob
2982 Almaden Expy, San Jose
(408) 265-4429
Customers' Favorites
Chicken and Beef Kabab with Rice and Saffron Rice
Persian Herb & Beef Stew Ghormeh Sabzi
Chicken and Beef Combination Bowl
Eggplant Dip Kashk-E-Bademjan
Beef Kabob Plate Koobideh
Basmati Saffron Rice
Beef Kabob Meal Prep
Chicken Kabob Plate
Grilled Vegetables
Mixed Kabob Tray
Featured items
Beef Kabob Plate
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* The classic grilled Persian specialty: Two grilled skewers of hand- crafted seasoned ground chuck beef (koobideh) served with a roasted Roma tomato half on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce and lavash bread.
Lamb & Beef Kabob
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* One skewer of marinated lamb tenderloin and one skewer of beef kabob. Served with your choice of side. Included grilled Roma tomato, lavash bread & our Signature House Sauce.
Hummus
A creamy smooth dip made with chickpeas and olive oil. Served with lavash bread. *pro tip: mix in an order of chili oil to the hummus for a delicious spicy kick.
Double Chicken Kabob Plate
Two skewers of chicken kabobs marinated & flame- grilled to perfection. Served with roasted Roma tomato on a bed of basmati saffron rice or organic house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce and lavash bread.
Beef Kabob Skewer
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* A single skewer of hand-crafted, seasoned ground chuck beef (kooobideh). flame-grilled to perfection
Chicken Thigh Kabob Skewer
marinated chicken thigh kabob, flame-grilled to perfection
Chicken Breast Kabob Plate
One skewer of lean chicken breast kabob marinated & flame- grilled to perfection. Served with a roasted Roma tomato half on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce and lavash bread. *please note pricing on chicken breast has fluctuated due to drastic increase in price by the supply chain. Thank you for your understanding*
Yogurt & Cucumber Dip
(Maast-o-Khiar) Chopped Persian cucumbers mixed in yogurt. Chilled & topped with dried mint to make a healthy, tasty dip. Pairs deliciously with any plate!
Chicken Breast Kabob Skewer
marinated chicken breast kabob, flame-grilled to perfection.
Combo Bowl
Chopped chicken AND beef kabob. Lettuce, Shirazi salad and Basmati rice drizzled with our signature house sauce & spicy mayo!
Chicken Thigh Kabob Plate
One skewer of boneless, skinless chicken thigh (joojeh) kabob marinated & flame- grilled to perfection. Served with a roasted Roma tomato on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce and lavash bread.
Lamb Kabob Plate
One skewer of marinated lamb tenderloin flame-grilled to perfection! Served on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes grilled tomato, our signature house sauce & lavash bread.
Lamb & Chicken Thigh Kabob
One skewer of marinated lamb tenderloin and one skewer of chicken thigh kabob. Served with your choice of side. Includes grilled Roma tomato, lavash bread & our Signature House Sauce.
Filet & Beef Kabob
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* The Soltani: One skewer of luscious filet mignon & one beef kabob served with your choice of side. Includes a roasted Roma tomato, lavash bread & our signature house sauce.
Eggplant Dip
(Kashk-e-Bademjan) Made with roasted eggplants, caramelized onion, mint and garlic. Served with lavash bread
Filet & Chicken Thigh Kabob
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* One skewer of filet mignon & one marinated chicken thigh kabob served with your choice of side. Includes a roasted Roma tomato, lavash bread & our signature house sauce.
Ghormeh Sabzi
Cubed beef & kidney bean stew with sautéed fresh green herbs, served with our fluffy Basmati saffron rice. The must-try national dish, made from scratch.
Chicken Kabob Tray
6 skewers of marinated chicken kabobs.
Chicken Kabob Bowl
Chopped chicken kabob with lettuce, Shirazi salad and Basmati rice drizzled with our signature house sauce & spicy mayo!
Family Size Trays
Family Combo
Two skewers of koobideh beef kabob, one chicken thigh, one Shish kabob (NY steak), and one skewer of Lamb Tenderloin. Includes roasted Roma tomatoes and your choice of side tray.
Beef & Chicken Kabob Mix Tray
3 koobideh beef skewers, 2 chicken thigh & 2 chicken breast skewers.
Chicken Kabob Tray
6 skewers of marinated chicken kabobs.
Beef Kabob Tray
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages*
8 skewers of seasoned, handcrafted koobideh Beef.
Beef Kabob Tray + Side Item
This family-style combo includes 8 koobideh beef kabob skewers, a side tray of rice or green salad and 4 grilled tomatoes. lavash bread, fresh mint & raw onion included.
Chicken Kabob Tray + Side Item
This family-style combo includes 6 chicken kabob skewers, a side tray of rice or green salad and 4 grilled tomatoes. lavash bread, fresh mint & raw onion included.
Veggie Kabob Tray
5 skewers of flame-grilled organic onion, zucchini, sweet peppers & roasted Roma tomatoes.
House Green Salad Tray
Organic spring mix lettuce, Roma tomatoes & fresh Persian cucumbers. Balsamic dressing on the side. Perfect for a group of 4.
Basmati Rice Tray
A tray of our fluffy basmati saffron rice. perfect for a group of 4-5
Grilled Tomato & Onion Tray
8 roasted Roma tomato halves & grilled onion.
Eggplant Dip- Family Size
(Kashk-e-Bademjan) Roasted eggplant with caramelized onions, mint & garlic. Topped with yoghurt whey. Includes Lavash Bread. Perfect for a group of 5
Hummus- Family Size
A creamy smooth dip made with chickpeas and olive oil. Perfect for a group of 4. Includes lavash bread.
Yogurt & Cucumber Dip- Family Size
(Maast-o-Khiar) Chopped Persian cucumbers mixed in yogurt. Chilled & topped with dried mint to make a healthy, tasty dip. Perfect for a group of 4. Includes lavash bread.
Shirazi Salad- Family Size
A refreshing mix of chopped tomatoes, Persian cucumbers, onions and parsley tossed in lemon juice and olive oil. Perfect for a group of 4.
Salads, Dips & Sides
Vegetable Skewer
Organic zucchini, sweet peppers & onion. Flame-grilled with a dash of pepper.
Yogurt & Cucumber Dip
(Maast-o-Khiar) Chopped Persian cucumbers mixed in yogurt. Chilled & topped with dried mint to make a healthy, tasty dip. Pairs deliciously with any plate!
Shirazi Salad
A refreshing mix of chopped organic tomatoes, Persian cucumbers, onion and parsley tossed in lemon juice and olive oil.
Eggplant Dip
(Kashk-e-Bademjan) Made with roasted eggplants, caramelized onion, mint and garlic. Served with lavash bread
Dolma
6 pieces of rolled grape leaves stuffed with rice & marinated in our special rose water syrup. Vegetarian. Must try!
Hummus
A creamy smooth dip made with chickpeas and olive oil. Served with lavash bread. *pro tip: mix in an order of chili oil to the hummus for a delicious spicy kick.
House Green Salad
Organic spring mix salad with fresh Persian cucumbers and sliced Roma tomato. Balsamic dressing on the side.
Zereshk Rice
Basmati rice topped with sweet caramelized barberries.
Basmati Saffron Rice
A single order of our fluffy basmati rice.
Lentil Soup
Vegetarian lentil soup, cooked with sautéed onions and roasted tomato paste.
Grilled Specialties
Lamb Kabob Plate
One skewer of marinated lamb tenderloin flame-grilled to perfection! Served on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes grilled tomato, our signature house sauce & lavash bread.
Shish Kabob Plate
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* Marinated porterhouse steak & organic sweet peppers flame- grilled to perfection. Served with a roasted Roma tomato on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce & lavash bread.
Beef Kabob Plate
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* The classic grilled Persian specialty: Two grilled skewers of hand- crafted seasoned ground chuck beef (koobideh) served with a roasted Roma tomato half on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce and lavash bread.
Double Chicken Kabob Plate
New Item! TWO skewers of chicken kabobs marinated & flame- grilled to perfection. Served with roasted Roma tomato on a bed of basmati saffron rice or organic house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce and lavash bread.
Chicken Breast Kabob Plate
One skewer of lean chicken breast kabob marinated & flame- grilled to perfection. Served with a roasted Roma tomato half on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce and lavash bread. *please note pricing on chicken breast has fluctuated due to drastic increase in price by the supply chain. Thank you for your understanding*
Chicken Thigh Kabob Plate
One skewer of boneless, skinless chicken thigh (joojeh) kabob marinated & flame- grilled to perfection. Served with a roasted Roma tomato on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce and lavash bread.
Filet Kabob Plate
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* One flame- grilled skewer of luscious filet mignon served with a roasted Roma tomato on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce & lavash bread.
Vegetable Kabob Plate
A flame- grilled skewer of organic zucchini, sweet peppers, and onion. Served with a roasted Roma tomato half on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce, hummus & lavash bread.
Grilled Salmon Plate
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* Grilled Faroe Islands salmon (8oz) served with a skewer of organic vegetables with your choice of side. Includes a roasted Roma tomato half, our signature house sauce & lavash bread.
Combinations
Family Combo
Two skewers of koobideh beef kabob, one chicken thigh, one Shish kabob (NY steak), and one skewer of Lamb Tenderloin. Includes roasted Roma tomatoes and your choice of side tray.
Double Chicken Kabob Plate
Two skewers of chicken kabobs marinated & flame- grilled to perfection. Served with roasted Roma tomato on a bed of basmati saffron rice or organic house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce and lavash bread.
Shish & Beef Kabob
*NEW ITEM* One skewer of Shish kabob ( NY Steak) and one skewer of seasoned ground chuck beef (Koobideh). Served with your choice of side. Includes a roasted Roma tomato half, lavash bread & our signature house sauce.
Shish & Chicken Thigh Kabob
*NEW ITEM* Shish Kabob (NY Steak) & one skewer of marinated Chicken Thigh Kabob served with your choice of side. Includes a roasted Roma tomato half, lavash bread & our signature house sauce.
Shish & Chicken Breast Kabob
*NEW ITEM* Shish Kabob (NY Steak) & one skewer of marinated Chicken Breast Kabob served with your choice of side. Includes a roasted Roma tomato half, lavash bread & our signature house sauce.
Beef & Chicken Thigh Kabob Plate
One skewer of beef kabob, one skewer of marinated chicken thigh. Served with basmati rice, lavash bread, grilled tomato, and our signature house sauce.
Beef & Chicken Breast Kabob Plate
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* One skewer of koobideh beef kabob, one skewer of marinated chicken breast. Served with your choice of side, lavash bread, grilled Roma tomato, and our signature house sauce.
Filet & Beef Kabob
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* The Soltani: One skewer of luscious filet mignon & one beef kabob served with your choice of side. Includes a roasted Roma tomato, lavash bread & our signature house sauce.
Filet & Chicken Thigh Kabob
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* One skewer of filet mignon & one marinated chicken thigh kabob served with your choice of side. Includes a roasted Roma tomato, lavash bread & our signature house sauce.
Filet & Chicken Breast Kabob
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* One skewer of filet mignon & one marinated chicken breast kabob served with your choice of side. Includes a roasted Roma tomato half, lavash bread & our signature house sauce.
Lamb & Beef Kabob
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* One skewer of marinated lamb tenderloin and one skewer of beef kabob. Served with your choice of side. Included grilled Roma tomato, lavash bread & our Signature House Sauce.
Lamb & Chicken Thigh Kabob
One skewer of marinated lamb tenderloin and one skewer of chicken thigh kabob. Served with your choice of side. Includes grilled Roma tomato, lavash bread & our Signature House Sauce.
Lamb & Chicken Breast Kabob
One skewer of marinated lamb tenderloin and one skewer of chicken breast kabob. Served with basmati saffron rice, grilled tomato, lavash flat bread & our Signature House Sauce.
Traditional Specialties
Zereshk Polo with Chicken Thigh Kabob
The rice with the delicious red berries on top! Marinated chicken thigh kabob served with fluffy Basmati saffron rice and topped with imported barberries that are caramelized in-house. A perfect blend of sweet and tart. Includes a roasted Roma tomato, lavash bread & our signature house sauce.
Zereshk Polo with Chicken Breast Kabob
The rice with the delicious red stuff on it! Chicken breast kabob served with Basmati rice & topped with caramelized barberries and saffron. A perfect blend of sweet and tart. *please note pricing on chicken breast has fluctuated due to drastic increase in price by the supply chain. Thank you for your understanding*
Ghormeh Sabzi
Cubed beef & kidney bean stew with sautéed fresh green herbs, served with our fluffy Basmati saffron rice. The must-try national dish, made from scratch.
Gheimeh Bademjan
Eggplant & beef stew. Top quality cubed beef with eggplants simmered in a special tomato, yellow split pea & onion sauce. Served with basmati saffron rice and topped with potato chips.
À La Carte
Filet Kabob Skewer
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* One skewer of luscious filet mignon
Shish Kabob Skewer
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* one skewer of porter house steak topped with grilled sweet peppers
Beef Kabob Skewer
*Limited availability due to supply chain shortages* A single skewer of hand-crafted, seasoned ground chuck beef (kooobideh). flame-grilled to perfection
Chicken Thigh Kabob Skewer
marinated chicken thigh kabob, flame-grilled to perfection
Chicken Breast Kabob Skewer
marinated chicken breast kabob, flame-grilled to perfection.
Vegetable Skewer
flame-grilled onion, zucchini, organic sweet peppers & Roma tomato.
Grilled Tomato (Half)
grilled Roma tomato half
Basmati Saffron Rice
a single order of our fluffy basmati saffron rice
Zereshk Rice
basmati saffron rice topped with caramelized barberries.
Lamb Kabob Skewer
one skewer of marinated lamb tenderloin
BOWLS
Combo Bowl
Chopped chicken AND beef kabob. Lettuce, Shirazi salad and Basmati rice drizzled with our signature house sauce & spicy mayo!
Grilled Salmon Bowl
8oz grilled salmon with basmati saffron rice, lettuce and fresh chopped Shirazi salad. Topped with our signature house sauce & sriracha spicy mayo drizzle.
Shish Kabob Bowl
One skewer of juicy NY Steak topped with grilled sweet peppers. Lettuce, Shirazi salad and Basmati rice drizzled with our signature house sauce & spicy mayo!
Chicken Kabob Bowl
Chopped chicken kabob with lettuce, Shirazi salad and Basmati rice drizzled with our signature house sauce & spicy mayo!
Vegetarian Bowl
Creamy hummus, basmati saffron rice, fresh copped Shirazi salad, organic greens & roasted eggplant dip (kashk-e-bademjan).
Beef Kabob Bowl
Chopped beef kabob with lettuce, Shirazi salad and Basmati rice drizzled with our signature house sauce & spicy mayo!
Lamb Kabob Bowl
One skewer of juicy, flame- grilled lamb tenderloin served in a bowl on top of basmati saffron rice, lettuce, and Shirazi salad. Topped with our signature house sauce & spicy mayo.
WRAPS
Beef Kabob Wrap
Flame-grilled koobideh beef kabob wrapped in soft lavash bread with lettuce, chopped Shirazi salad and our signature house sauce.
Lamb Kabob Wrap
Flame-grilled juicy lamb tenderloin wrapped in soft lavash bread with lettuce, chopped Shirazi salad and our signature house sauce.
Chicken Thigh Kabob Wrap
Flame-grilled chicken thigh kabob wrapped in soft lavash bread with lettuce, chopped Shirazi salad and our signature house sauce.
Chicken Breast Kabob Wrap
Flame-grilled chicken breast kabob wrapped in soft lavash bread with lettuce, chopped Shirazi salad and our signature house sauce.
Shish Kabob Wrap
A skewer of flame-grilled NY Steak wrapped in soft lavash bread with lettuce, chopped Shirazi salad and our signature house sauce.
Hummus Wrap
Vegetarian. Our creamy garlic roasted hummus wrapped in Lavash bread with Persian cucumbers, Roma Tomato & fresh Mint leaves. Healthy & Delicious.
Vegetable Kabob Wrap
Flame-grilled organic veggies with creamy Hummus smear wrapped in soft Lavash Bread
ADD-ONS
Zereshk (Side)
Caramelized Barberries topping.
Fresh Mint, Raw Onion, Sumac & Butter Chips
Traditional side items to be enjoyed with our menu.
Lavash Bread (Full Sheet)
one full sheet of lavash bread
Large House Sauce
8oz container of our delicious signature house sauce. (yogurt based)
Grilled Sweet Peppers
organic flame- grilled sweet peppers
Grilled Jalapeno
flame-grilled jalapeno
Grilled Onion
flame-grilled onion wedge
House Sauce
Yogurt based signature House Sauce
Grilled Tomato
grilled Roma tomato half
Chili Oil
House made Chili Oil- Pro Tip: mix in with our Signature House Sauce or Hummus and enjoy with Lavash bread and a bite of your favorite kabobs.
special order delivery
Vegetarian Favorites
Dolma
6 pieces of hand rolled grape leaves stuffed with rice & marinated in our special rose water syrup. Vegetarian. Must try!
Vegetarian Bowl
A delicious Vegetarian variety bowl made of Creamy hummus, basmati saffron rice, Shirazi salad, organic greens & our roasted eggplant dip.
Zereshk Rice
Basmati rice topped with sweet caramelized barberries.
Lentil Soup
Vegetarian Lentil Soup 16oz. Dairy & Gluten Free
Vegetable Kabob Plate
A flame- grilled skewer of organic zucchini, sweet peppers, and onion. Served with a roasted Roma tomato on a bed of basmati saffron rice or house green salad. Includes our signature house sauce, hummus & lavash bread.
Eggplant Dip
(Kashk-e-Bademjan) Made with roasted eggplants, caramelized onion, mint and garlic. Served with lavash bread
Hummus Wrap
Our creamy roasted garlic hummus wrapped in Lavash bread with Persian cucumbers, Roma Tomato & fresh Mint leaves. Light, Healthy & Delicious. Vegan
Persian Desserts
Faloodeh Persian Sorbet
A traditional Persian dessert similar to sorbet, consisting of vermicelli noodles frozen in sugar and rose water.
Sholeh Zard
Persian rice pudding made with saffron, cardamom and rosewater. topped with cinnamon and raw almond. Dairy Free
Bastani Persian Ice Cream
Creamy vanilla ice cream with pistachio, rose water & saffron
Drinks
Coke
Canned Coke
Doogh (Traditional Yogurt Beverage)
Sprite
Canned Sprite Soda. if not available we will sub for 7up.
Diet Coke
Canned Diet Coke
Coke Zero
Canned Coke Zero
Orange Soda
Canned Orange Soda. Sunkist or Fanta depending on availability
Squirt
Canned Squirt Soda
Bottled Water
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Recent Reviews
Amazing food and great service!! We ordered catering to celebrate my birthday and all the guests were very pleased and enjoyed the food very much!!!
Thank you Real Kabob team!!!
Thank you Real Kabob team!!!
June 2024
Wow I’ve been coming here for so long and the food remained to be the same as it was before! That was so good because I wasn’t sure what to expect since it’s been a while! The food is always full of flavor and it’s definitely one of the best Persian restaurants in the area! Highly recommended!
February 2024
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