One of the worst parts about moving from NYC back to Strongsville was the lack of great unique restaurants that NYC had! I was so glad to come back and find a new Lebanese place, because Lebanese food was one of my staples in NYC! The beef shawarma wrap was so good, the tahini dressing wasn't over powering and the beef was so tender and juicy. And the wrap all together was so much larger than anticipated, which was a nice surprise. The falafel appetizer was also something I will be back to have again! It comes with tahini dressing, lettuce tomato, and onions. Along with some pita bread! The falafels are crisp and fresh, these blew Aladdins out of the water! The owners are super nice and fun to talk to while you wait! I was so relieved to discover this place when I first got back, now it is one of my new favorite places n Strongsville!
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Cleveland B.
This place is hit or miss for me. One time the food was really good, the other time not so much. Service always seem to be on the slow side. Since I love Lebanese food, and the food was really good the first time, I will give them another try.
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Jomy M.
Wonderful food. Delicious and fresh. The service was also excellent.
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Jess F.
update :) It is very possible that I went back again today for lunch. Today I got the beef shawarma wrap and the seasoned beef was so tender. I took a lunch order for 6 other people in the office today and called ahead for pick up - They make everything in front of you so call ahead if you are not planning on eating there.
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John G.
Fast service, kind staff, great food! Lots of vegetarian options and some for us meat lovers too. Great place for lunch, and I plan on visiting VERY regularly.
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Akhilesh R.
Nice family owned, owner run self service styled Lebanese cuisine with an emphasis on quality and service. On a Saturday night around 8:30pm surprisingly without a wait we were provided quality service and freshly prepared food. Very nice vegetarian option especially the falafel wrap and the yummy 'Mjaddra' a must have. The chicken kabob wrap and the chicken shwarma wrap were juicy and very tasty. I am sure they must be getting a lot of take out order but dishearteningly the restaurant wasn't that busy. There is no hype to this place unlike an Aladdin, the food speaks for itself . Give it a try and am sure you won't regret it.
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Cheryl J.
Delicious food! Love the hummus, hope you like garlic ;). The owner is super friendly and welcoming. Portions are perfect and at a good price. The kabobs were kicking! Definitely a nice new spot in the area.
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Aa Dart F.
Real good service, and wonderful food for a good price.
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TM L.
Loved La Kabob! Garlic hummus was excellent, everything we ate was fresh, delicious and authentic. The staff was warm, friendly and checked in on us several times, they are very passionate about good food and good service. I also noticed the whole place, the food prep area and kitchen were all spotless! We'll definitely be regulars!
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B M.
I really love this place. The food is always fresh they really do go the extra mile to make sure their customers are satisfied. My favorite is the fattoush salad with chicken. My wife always gets the chicken kabob wrap which is also very good. The service is always friendly and consistent. I recommend this place to all my friends. I'm very happy to have a place that serves this type of cuisine so close to my home
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Marilyn A.
My family and I did not love this place. If you really want some good Mediterranean food go to Alladin's instead. The quality of the food can't be compared.
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Christine D.
My mother and I went there a few weeks ago and while my food was good, my mom's food was not so much. My mom ordered a salad and wanted chicken instead of Gyro meat - the man cooking kept saying it was chicken. My stated he was very rude to her and while he did offer her something else- she asked him nicely if he didn't mind giving her money back. He said he did mind because he made what she ordered and he proceeded to get very nasty with my mother. Mistakes happen and why I think this is a great business- having an attitude like that towards a customer will not want people to return. The man did give my mom money back but showed how annoyed he was. My question is it really that big of a deal over $6.00 dollars to have someone ( being my mom) never want to come back because of the way she was treated.
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Amanda P.
Stopped in here tonight for the first time. The owners were very friendly, coming by to ask how everything was, and checking on me, even though I was speaking distance from their counter. The food I tried was similar to my normal Aladdins order, but this was surprisingly different and very fresh tasting. And the prices were fantastic! It was a bit cold inside for me, but today was one of the coldest days we've had so far this fall, so I won't hold it against them.
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Scott M.
Last night was my 2nd visit this month to this mecca of gastronomic delight. Thanks to the fine folks here on Yelp, I had to try it out and I'm a fan for life. On my first visit I had the shish kabob and that hooked me. It was delicious. On my 2nd visit, last night, I had the chicken shawarma platter and my buddy had the beef version. Everything is cooked to perfection and absolutely superb. The owner/chef is an absolute sweetheart of a gentleman, and a treasure. Everything is very clean and neat, and pleasantly quiet! Having a table conversation is effortless. AND, great wi-fi! :) go there, and eat!
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Vijay D.
This place has decent food. I think it's comparable to Aladdin's, but their meat is much juicier than Aladdin's. One thing that turned me off is that the pita bread weren't warmed up and was given in plastic bags though I was eating inside. Also, I felt like a lot of the food had a little too sour of a taste from lemon or lime. Overall, if I were in the area and had Aladdin's too much, I'd come here.
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Alexandra C.
There's definitely better Mediterranean food out there, but La Kabob is easily accessible and fast as well as quite tasty. I had the falafel wrap (which has PICKLED TURNIPS in it!) and my mom had the Mediterranean salad. Both were good and I would definitely be a regular here if I lived or worked closer!
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Evan F.
"Fast food" Mediterranean / Lebanese in a tiny strip mall? Yep!...and it's quite tasty!!! This spot was an old Quiznos when we first moved here to Strongsville, and it has been several other places in the meantime. Recently, this places was taken over and converted into the current spot and I'm sorry it has taken me this long to give it a try. All of the "classic" dishes you'd think of, they have...stuffed grape leaves, delicious salad, kabob plates, mixed plates, gyro sandwiches, hummus and pita, etc. We came for lunch and left very satisfied...both in the stomach and the wallet. We will definitely be back soon.
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Thomas S.
Great spot for Mediterranean. Wonderful service by the chef owner. Casual spot...nothing fancy, but great food. Had the hummus, the falafel, chicken kabob, and tabulie salad. All great. Try a Turkish coffee!!!
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Daniel L.
Think of it as a Mediterranean food joint that took over an old Quiznos-esque shop. But the food doesn't come as quickly though the workers are quickly and diligently working. Fresh ingredients prompts slower service and I'm willing to wait for it. But not this long (30 minutes). Perhaps it's a busy night and the open kitchen and a toaster gives the impression of a quick service. But I'm hungry and 2 people behind the grill is not a fast service. Ended up with the chicken shwarma platter ($8). Dirt cheap especially if it's for dinner. Wasn't particularly blown away from the chicken, sauce, or the rice. But I did kill the meal in 3 minutes. The pita bread came out cold. Pay at the end of your meal. Left unimpressed.
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Clayton M.
The food was cooked fresh and the service was amazingly friendly! I definitely going back!
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Nelson A.
Thanks Goodness a place like this opened!!! real middle eastern food finally. I grew up overseas and have yet to find a authentic place to eat untill todayyyyyyyyyyy!!!!! Christmas came early. and AWesom service. family run and operated.
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Niki M.
The food here was wonderful! The grape leaves the best I've ever had. I would say this is like the cafe version of Aladins minus the elaborate desserts, but they have much better food and better prices. If you want some strong (not starbucks like) good coffee, try a pot. I'd never had Turkish coffee before. It kind of reminded me of mixing coffee beans with cocoa beans and making a stew of it. And it did not irritate my stomach. I only wish I was a little closer to this place... I think I could eat here every day!
(5)
Laura f.
Always fresh, always good + friendly service keeps us coming back!!
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Dawn M.
Got in before lunch rush, tho wasnt really one. Had med salad...good size with ample toppings but hardly any dressing. Had some med pizza...this was really good. The fries that had the seasoning on them were really good, otherwise just average. Prices were fair. Im afraid that if they were much busier, service would have been too slow, but for us it was ok...I should have left some of the onions on the plate-in dire need of a mint:)
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Justin M.
We stumbled upon this place quite by accident after some Sunday TJ Maxxin' in Strongsville Ohio. It was set back in a little plaza and would have been easy to miss. Gladly we didn't, because this place is fantastic. The first thing we noticed were the very reasonable menu prices. The next thing was how friendly and conversational the staff were. This is a family owned business and they really give it a personal feel. To start off, Jen and I shared a Fattoush salad, which was light and refreshing. Jen had the Mjaddra, which is steamed lentils mixed with rice. I was having trouble picking one thing, so I had the La Kabob platter (small) which is Shish Tawook, Kafta Kabob, Shish Kabob, Falafel, Hummus, & rice pilaf. Each bite was more delicious than the next. The tahini sauce was perfect, and I also recommend their homemade hot sauce. We left feeling absolutely satisfied. I will certainly be coming back here. I agree with another reviewer that this is like a cafe version of Aladdin's, but with a more personal feel.
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Anita H.
Great food, all made fresh daily. Especially love the garlic hummus! Can't wait to go back.
(5)
Pam B.
We had dinner at La Kabob. It was delicious and freshly prepared. The loubie was the best I've had. The 2 gentlemen who run it were very friendly.
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Jill M.
I am on a quest for fresh food that is made with care and fresh whole ingredients. This place is absolutely wonderful. The owner and his daughter served us a delicious lunch. The homemade sauces and dishes are a delight. The restaurant is clean and bright. A new favorite place where I will be sure to take my friends.
(5)
Hari M.
Simple homely ambience, friendly Lebanese hospitality and of course the food was not just good, it was heavenly! Had Kibbi and Chicken kababs with rice and onions. Delicious. A must for anyone visiting the area. Will be back here soon. The Lebanese Pilsner, Almaza, was also great. Oh and I should not forget, very very friendly and courteous owners. Amazing experience indeed.
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Karim F.
I was recently introduced to this Lebanese Restaurant through a recommendation by a friend. What a treat it was! The meals I've tried so far were delicious and I was told it is all prepared and cooked in house. Try the Kebob player, you wont regret it. Been back since and will go again with some friends next time.
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Laura J.
Had lunch here with a girlfriend. The owner was super nice, so I want to give it 5 stars, but it took a long time to get the food, and when we did it was fine but nothing memorable. I had a grilled veggie dish and a lentil soup and my friend had the sauteed green beans dish. We both agreed that we've had better. I wouldn't be opposed to going back, as the food was okay, but it wouldn't be my first choice when I'm in the mood for Mediterranean.
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Lisa H.
Great food. Something for everyone. We started with the Vegetarian Platter, yum. Pita bread soft and fresh. The Gyro platter was delish and my daughter fell in love with the falafel wrap. My sometimes picky son raved on the chicken kabobs. All in all a great experience. If you like Mediterranean food you will enjoy this little spot.
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Shaniqua B.
Simple interior gives way to delicious food. The lamb was well marinated and the side salad very fresh and delicious. The tahini sauce was just a little bitter how it should be. You can't beat the price, come on over you won't be disappointed. I got the beef shawarma platter with a side salad. I also tried some of the rice pilaf which was great and has a nice grilled onion flavor.
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Jason G.
A must-stop for our family when in Strongsville
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EddieGabbie C.
I wish we could give it more stars because the staff was so sweet and attentive. The food was "alright". The chicken shwarma was the best out of the orders we had and if I would recommend it to whomever comes to eat here. We just found it to be overall a pleasant location but mediocre in comparison to other Lebanese restaurants we have eaten at.
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Rick W.
upon first impression i would not have given La Kabob a good review. we walked in after 3pm on a Sunday and the place was a disaster. there were dishes all over the tables. nothing had been cleaned in a while and you could tell. sadly, there was one person there - the poor guy was all by himself and he just hadn't had a chance to clean up. eventually another customer actually helped him clean up (very nice of him). i really liked the food. Danielle got a chicken shwarma wrap. she liked it but eventually tore it open and picked through the fillings to remove the onions and pickles. i got the small version of the La Kebob platter. the falafel was a little overcooked for my liking but still tasted great. i didn't love the chicken kabob but the kafta kabob and the beef kabob were really good. the rice pilaf was delicious but very oily. the hummus here is incredible and i wish i had more of it right now. do yourself a favor and check this place out. you'll be glad you did.
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Chris Y.
My wife's family is Lebanese so that makes my wife fairly picky about Lebanese food. Our first experience back this past summer wasn't the best at the time due to a problem with some of their kitchen equipment (I think they had just opened not too long before that day and were still ironing out some of the issues with serving the lunch time rush) That being said though, even the slow service that one time has made me want to come back for more because of the food. Not to say I don't like variety, but hands-down my favorite dish there is the Beef Shawarma plate. The spices used on the meat bring out a burst of flavor that is hard to find elsewhere. Having lived in the New Jersey the past couple of years, I know of a few Lebanese Restaurants in Brooklyn that I felt set a standard....after going to La Kabob I think that I may have to rethink what I know about Lebanese Food. If you are near Strongsville or even just passing through Cleveland and heading south on I-71, take a time-out to get off at Royalton Rd towards the mall, then left at Pearl and pay La Kabob a visit. I have yet to be disappointed or dissatisfied with the quality of the food served here. Great stuff, 5-stars!!
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Manu M.
Was there last night with the wife and kids. Friendly, inviting place. Nice decor. The owner Tony is very friendly and obviously takes a lot of pride in his work. and the quality of his ingredients. Everything is made painstakingly and the labor of love is evident. The prices are very reasonable. I have eaten better Lebanese, but not in the US. The Kibbeh balls were excellent and his rice pilaf is the best in Cleveland. The Kebabs were tender, moist and flavorful. The service is on the slower side, but that's because a majority of the cooking process starts after you place the order. But the pay off for the wait is in the flavor and freshness of the food. I'll definitely be going again. I love the fact that the owner takes pride in the food that he serves.
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Teddy B.
La Kabob is a sweet stop for a quick Lebanese lunch or dinner. I usually have the Mujadara or veggie platter. Either way is a decent lunch.
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Ginny S.
A friend posted a positive review in fb and I really trust her opinion. She was right! This place is great! Loved the lunch! Had shawarma and the chicken gyro and split and order of heavenly fries! When you can get delicious authentic food at a decent price why would anyone do fast food! I'll be back!
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RJ S.
We happened to be in the area, and stopped at La Kabob Lebanese Grill because of the reviews, and because we haven't had good Mediterranean food in a while. I ordered the Gyro platter with salad, husband ordered the Beef Kabob with veggies. Both dishes were delicious - I loved the Gyro meat, on a freshly made salad (nice to get a fresh healthy meal) and my husband's beef kabob with veggies was also delicious. Even though we don't live in the area, we will be back. Oh and the prices are reasonable, finally a good restaurant, fresh food at a reasonable price!
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Lefemme M.
Amazing, The food was fantastic and i did not at all expect that, fresh and flavourful
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Chad T.
Dropped in for dinner because of the higher than average reviews than other restaurants in the vicinity while visiting from out of town. Service: excellent...attentive, friendly, and repeatedly asked how each course was. Food: above average...considering that most pita wraps are under $6 and most entrees are under $9, I'm not complaining, but I will say it didn't exceed my expectations. (However, we have several great Lebanese restaurants in Raleigh so maybe I'm spoiled.) I ordered the gyro platter and baklava for dessert. Overall: a great place to drop by for a quick meal with great service. I would imagine if you were not pleased with something, the staff would be glad to make it right or provide something else on the menu.
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Joe P.
My wife and I eat here fairly often. The kabobs, hummus, and rice are actually really good. We usually split the La Kabob Platter which is enough for two. I usually get extra pitas and place a little bit of everything in it and top it with the garlic sauce (delicious!). Only draw back is the felafel is almost always a bit too dry and I sometimes get tomatoes in my order even though I've mentioned I have an intolerance, to which they gladly redo my order. Overall, I would recommend this to anyone looking for good Lebanese food for a decent price.
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Alex G.
Went for lunch, ordered too much. Also had the Turkish coffee. Everything was good, the Pilaf is some of the best I've had, spinach pies were lacking but nothing is as good as moms sometimes.
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Elyn B.
We stopped in here while driving through the area on a road trip. Thanks to the previous Yelp reviewers for saving us from the monotony of fast food. La Kabob's food was delicious and fresh and the service (which I believe was offered by the owner) was kind and attentive. Prices were reasonable and the portions were refreshingly reasonable as well. I'd rather have a smaller portion and high quality and that is what La Kabob offered. I had the falafel and my husband had the chicken and both tasted great.
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Rachael N.
La kabob is situated in a plaza in Strongsville. As we were in the area, we decided to try it. It was okay. I think we have high standards, coming from Dearborn and the east side of Michigan, but the food was decent. It wasn't anything like the places you see in Dearborn or even Dolce Wraps, but it was decent. You go to the counter to order first, they bring you the food, and then you pay at the end. We ordered the baba ghanouj, chicken schwarma and the falafel schwarma. All were okay. I think they could have upped the quality of their pita as well as increased the garlic sauce, but it was okay. Would I come back here on my own? Meh. Would I rave about it! Meh. But if you're looking to grab some fast Lebanese food, this restaurant is the place to be!
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Maureen D.
The food here is really fresh, and they have every type of Mediterranean food you can think of. It is all homemade. It takes a little longer to get your food, but it's worth it. The owner makes it right in front of you right after you order it. Also seemed very clean.
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Dave P.
Delicious Lebanese food, family run, open everyday for long hours... What's not to love? Their hummus and baba are perfect appetizers, freshly made and plentiful enough to share. The tabouli is flavorful enough for me to eat it for lunch or dinner with nothing else. I'm still working my way through the menu one takeout order at a time. The shish tawook (chicken kabob) is good, but not up to old standards like Nate's. Obviously it depends on how aggressively garlicky you want your chicken. Don't forget to ask for a side of their hot sauce. Very delicious and a fine complement to the baba or hummus. I can't comment on in-house service as I have taken food out each visit, but the place is clean, there's ample parking and staff has been polite and friendly. I usually go to Aladdin's or Mezza for this cuisine, but close proximity makes La Kabob my new go-to place and a fine addition to the already good selection of middle eastern food in the area.
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Ben T.
Friendly service and good food for the price.
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Kels L.
I love La Kabob! I've been coming here for over a year as it's quite close to where I live. I get the Mediterranean salad (with gyro meat) and always get garlic labneh, a greek yogurt/garlicky dip sprinkled with za'atar served with pita. Hummus is delicious, and the La Kabob platter has an amazing rice pilaf. -Owner Tony and his daughter are adorable! They are very personable and will chat with you while cooking. -Interior (and bathrooms) are extremely clean, virtually spotless. -Portions are great for the price; you leave satisfied, not stuffed. -Has always had plenty of other customers inside while I'm there. Some qualms: -pita is not very fresh. -ordering process is kind of strange (order - they bring food out to your table - you pay after eating). Overall, I love that La Kabob is a local business. Tony cares about his customers and really serves amazing, home cooked food.
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Rebecca J.
I love la kabob!! It's a family run restaurant which makes it so much more enjoyable. They will recognize you when you frequent there, and they are so happy and grateful when you do so. The food is so great and authentic! You can never go wrong with a gyro. The tabouli is phenomenal. And if you ask they will even brew you a cup of fresh Lebanese coffee!
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Dan S.
Rumor has it that I may have eaten here twice in one day. Rumor also has it that I am eating some right now as I write this review. Damn these rumors!
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Todd R.
don't ask me why but for some reason I find Greeks uglier brother my fall back when I can't find asian or Greek. I stumble into these little places hoping for the best and at 2:30 when you've eaten nothing ALL day and you're cold calling auto dealers...almost anything hits the spot. this did better than just hit some spot! And when pleasantly surprised it has to be told. This title place near the end of a strip center did just that. The food was good, the rating is for the small portion size. The owner is a VERY nice man and his food is great. He may want to increase the size of the chicken kabobs in the future. Great tomato salad too, the parsley really added to it. Saying all of this I would go back when in the area.
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Ben S.
This is an unassuming shopping mall restaurant. The inside looks like it had very recently been a Quiznos sub place, right down to the standard sub shop conveyor oven. When we got in the store there was no one there in terms of workers. We looked over the menu and both decided on what we wanted before a worker appeared from the back. When he appeared he was carrying a tub of food so I guess he had been in the back room preparing it. The restaurant is set up, like I said, like Quiznos. There is a counter with little tubs containing food - a sandwich assembly line. He placed the tub he had brought out into the counter and then took our order. We both ordered platters so we didn't go down the line. We ordered and sat down. Shortly he brought out our hummus app and my salad. Both were good, but the hummus won't be winning an award against other Lebanese restaurants. When we were nearly finished with those 2 dishes he brought out our entrees and cleared our dishes for us. Later he offered us to go containers. When we were ready to pay, we walked up to the counter again and the worker followed us from the table he had been sitting at talking to someone. I won't drive out of my way to this restaurant but if i am nearby I would choose it as a unique, pretty fast service, healthy option.
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Gina T.
My husband and I get take-out from here several times a week...we are obsessed with their food. My go-to are the grape leaves & beef schwarma! Very clean inside & always super yummy!
(5)
K S.
Fantastic affordable ethnic food! I can't say enough about the place. I go here all the time. After moving back from Seattle in 2013, I really missed having access to great food from around the world, until I found La Kabob!
(5)
Joe R.
Solid place. Very well run. Food spicy and good. Chicken pita was flavorful. Service a hair slow but not too bad. We stopped in on a whim (we were stuck at a basketball tournament at the nearby high school) and were pleasantly surprised. Not my kind of food. But it was decent. Owner seemed nice. Place was clean. Give it a try.
(4)
Dee Y.
Love this place! My go to sandwich is the falafel wrap....my meatatarians get the chicken swarma. ....yum. Very friendly,local restaurant,clean, and convenient! Highly recommend.
(4)
Alia P.
I was very excited to try this place based on the reviews posted here. I got the chicken gyro sandwich. To be honest, it was a little bland and had a TON of sauce on it. We also got a Chicken Shawerma Sandwich and that was better than the gyro. It had a nice flavor and was served on a good pita bread. As far as side-dishes, hummus was pretty good, but not the best ever. But, to be fair, I'm pretty picky when it comes to mediterranean/ middle eastern food. I'd go back again, but would like to try something different next time.
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Bassam H.
Great, fresh, made to order, authentic Lebanese food. Lebanese wine and beer complements the menu for a complete experience. Even something for the kids. Try it once, you will definitely come back for more.
(5)
Justin B.
The food was great. I got the veggie soup and a veggie wrap, and both were excellent. The food took longer to prepare, but it was worth the wait. I compare all Mediterranean food in Cleveland to Aladdins, and I would say this is the fast casual equivalent of Aladdins. It would be GREAT, though, if they would offer a combo type meal. Think Panera's Pick 2 menu. I ended up ordering a bowl of veggie soup and a wrap, but took half the wrap home since it was just too much for lunch. It would have been nice to be able to get a smaller size soup and half a wrap to make a lunch size. However, there was this one thing...So the restaurant is set up with a certain type of flow that we are all familiar with these days. You order in one spot, then slide down along the counter to the register and pay. Then you sit down and enjoy your food. For some reason, even as the restaurant is set up with this kind of flow, the guy behind the counter told us to pay AFTER we ate. So we detached from the counter and sat down and waited and there was a girl behind the counter who brought us our food. After the meal, we weren't sure if we were supposed to bus our own table or not, and we heard the ladies at the table next to us whispering to each other trying to figure out the same thing. So we bussed our table and then went to the counter to pay, and had to scratch our heads and wonder, are we supposed to tip the young girl that brought us our food? (We did tip her). I think next time we will order it to go. It really is good food for lunch, but the prep time and the confusing eat-in experience is a deterrent.
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Rochelle M.
Have eaten here a number of times. Our standard order includes the La Kabob platter (large), which includes a nice variety of items (chicken kabob, kafta kabob, beef kabob, falafel, hummus, rice pilaf, and pita bread). This family of 5 (including 3 youngin's under 10yrs) rounds out the platter with a nice salad (the spinach one with house dressing is GREAT), and one chicken and rice kids meal. Makes for an economical, tasty, and healthy dinner! Service is always very friendly and fast.
(5)
Jessie Z.
Everything is delicious and service is superior! Can't go wrong with anything! The hummus is my favorite here. Very garlicy, but exactly in the right amount.
(5)
Ryan N.
I'm not so well versed in Lebanese cuisine, so we were just looking for a nice place with lighter fare, and decided to check out La Kabob based on other reviews. Needless to say, we were really impressed! We tried the La Kabob platter, which will likely feed us for the next couple of days. Everything was absolutely delicious! We'll definitely be frequent customers from here on out. :D
(5)
Marc R.
Very, Very surprised this place was rated so high!! It was clean and nicely decorated. Staff was friendly...but I knew it wasn't going to be good when they pulled the frozen Gyro meat out of a box. My son got the gyro wrap nod I got the gyro platter, which was nothing more than some rice, a little lettuce, sauce and heated up meat. There has to be something better around here!
(1)
Simon I.
La Kabob has firmly taken a hold of my weakness for lebanese food, and now Aladdin's just doesn't cut it for me. Don't get me wrong, other lebanese places, I'm sure, are good. La Kabob has something great going for it. IMHO, this family operated restaurant offers up food that's prepared with care and always only after your order. After your order at the counter, the food is brought to you. The menu ranges from Salads, to Pita Wraps, to Pita Pizza, to Plates. The usual offerings of Falafel, Hummus, Baba Ganouj, Kabobs of variety. Check out the menu on their site. What sets La Kabob apart and ahead of other such eateries is the freshness of their kabobs that come out steaming bursting with mouthwatering flavor, freshly cooked atop Rice Pilaf. I could eat two pounds of their Rice Pilaf - this is no out of a bag microwave kind pilaf - their pilaf is clearly made on-premise and contains freshly cooked rice with vermicelli mixed in. This steamy and fluffy concoction is definitely not be missed, that is you are fan of rice pilaf. Even if you are not, indulge to taste what you have been missing. Don't miss the Hummus with extra pita. They serve up a great recipe of this favorite dish. The ambiance is definitely that of casual atmosphere and pair that with great tasting food is recipe of great times and good eats.
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Maged M.
Very nice food and service is great! I haven't had Mediterranean food like this is years!
(5)
Cat H.
The tabouli was delicious - tons of parsley, light on bulgur, wonderful flavor. I also loved the grape leaves, baba ghannouj, and thin lebanese style bread. A really excellent lunch!
(5)
Jared R.
Definitely a fan of La Kabob in Strongsville! Passed this place up for months and finally gave it a try today. A great family run business that were very friendly in helping me get a better feel for the menu. However, I had to go with what I know and ordered the traditional Lamb Gyro Entree. I didn't expect this to be a put-it-together-yourself sort of meal but glad it was after seeing the generous portions included. The meat was perfect and juicy, the cucumber sauce just right, and the veggies helped fill up this surprisingly great gyro. I now know where I will be getting my gyro fix around town. Try it out!
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Mark W.
One of my favorite places to get clean, fresh, healthy food. I didn't know what to expect or if I even liked Lebanese food. I am now a fan. I eat there regularly and the chicken shwarma wrap is one of my favs. The staff are friendly and the prices are fair.
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Rockie N.
What an amazingly nice family serving up some of the most delicious Lebanese grub I've had. We ordered a few catering-style plates for a family get together. The wraps are HUGE, and with the intent of serving two people. The meats were beautiful (jucey) and the the garlic sauce? WOW. There was also this tahini sauce with a bit of spice that was out of this world. The platters of veggies are great if you order a la carte style kabobs to build your own pita sandwiches. The falafel is some of the best I have eaten in the U.S.; Crunchy on the outside, and that lovely green tint on the inside. Herbs, my friends. Herbs. They really should serve beer and wine. :) And if you are having an event or party, you'll get a wonderful deal on some extremely fresh food created with lovely ingredients. The pricing is great. Support this great local business!
(5)
Stella K.
AAAHHHHMAAAHHHZING. just really good. dont pass this one up. and say hi to the family when you are there because they are super sweet and provide some awesome quality service. You wont be disappointed.
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Daniel R.
Being a middle easterner myself I was a bit skeptical about the reviews this place was getting. Went to it, tried it out, and loved it. The food was delicious, good portion, and great service. The place is family run and they are very friendly with the customers. Definitely worth a try if you want some solid kabobs for lunch.
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Lydia R.
My husband and I were looking for a nice date place that was casual, under $10/entree and NOT American/European cuisine. We found the perfect place! After eating at La Kabob, we've decided we're definitely going back. We often visit Middle Eastern restaurants and ask for Turkish coffee because many times that is a sign to us of how authentic the restaurant (and not as Americanized) is. This place served Turkish coffee and it was good quality too. We liked the casual setting of the restaurant, with Arabic music playing in the background, the friendly and expedient service and the cleanliness factor. The quality and taste of all three dishes ordered was phenomenal considering how quickly they were served. Good quality food+ time efficiency = Points in our book. Their baklava was also a perfect pairing for the Turkish coffee. While we were sipping our coffee, the owner also had coffee with one of his friends and patrons. We always like seeing a restaurant owner enjoying his business and clientele. Relaxing environment, quiet and perfect for conversation. Their menu is online at lakabobgrill.com . We ordered: Garlic Labneh, Kafta Kabob Plate Entree, Grape Leaves + Hummus Wrap, Turkish Coffee, Baklava
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Caters : Yes
Kristen W.
One of the worst parts about moving from NYC back to Strongsville was the lack of great unique restaurants that NYC had! I was so glad to come back and find a new Lebanese place, because Lebanese food was one of my staples in NYC! The beef shawarma wrap was so good, the tahini dressing wasn't over powering and the beef was so tender and juicy. And the wrap all together was so much larger than anticipated, which was a nice surprise. The falafel appetizer was also something I will be back to have again! It comes with tahini dressing, lettuce tomato, and onions. Along with some pita bread! The falafels are crisp and fresh, these blew Aladdins out of the water! The owners are super nice and fun to talk to while you wait! I was so relieved to discover this place when I first got back, now it is one of my new favorite places n Strongsville!
(4)Cleveland B.
This place is hit or miss for me. One time the food was really good, the other time not so much. Service always seem to be on the slow side. Since I love Lebanese food, and the food was really good the first time, I will give them another try.
(3)Jomy M.
Wonderful food. Delicious and fresh. The service was also excellent.
(5)Jess F.
update :) It is very possible that I went back again today for lunch. Today I got the beef shawarma wrap and the seasoned beef was so tender. I took a lunch order for 6 other people in the office today and called ahead for pick up - They make everything in front of you so call ahead if you are not planning on eating there.
(4)John G.
Fast service, kind staff, great food! Lots of vegetarian options and some for us meat lovers too. Great place for lunch, and I plan on visiting VERY regularly.
(5)Akhilesh R.
Nice family owned, owner run self service styled Lebanese cuisine with an emphasis on quality and service. On a Saturday night around 8:30pm surprisingly without a wait we were provided quality service and freshly prepared food. Very nice vegetarian option especially the falafel wrap and the yummy 'Mjaddra' a must have. The chicken kabob wrap and the chicken shwarma wrap were juicy and very tasty. I am sure they must be getting a lot of take out order but dishearteningly the restaurant wasn't that busy. There is no hype to this place unlike an Aladdin, the food speaks for itself . Give it a try and am sure you won't regret it.
(4)Cheryl J.
Delicious food! Love the hummus, hope you like garlic ;). The owner is super friendly and welcoming. Portions are perfect and at a good price. The kabobs were kicking! Definitely a nice new spot in the area.
(4)Aa Dart F.
Real good service, and wonderful food for a good price.
(5)TM L.
Loved La Kabob! Garlic hummus was excellent, everything we ate was fresh, delicious and authentic. The staff was warm, friendly and checked in on us several times, they are very passionate about good food and good service. I also noticed the whole place, the food prep area and kitchen were all spotless! We'll definitely be regulars!
(5)B M.
I really love this place. The food is always fresh they really do go the extra mile to make sure their customers are satisfied. My favorite is the fattoush salad with chicken. My wife always gets the chicken kabob wrap which is also very good. The service is always friendly and consistent. I recommend this place to all my friends. I'm very happy to have a place that serves this type of cuisine so close to my home
(5)Marilyn A.
My family and I did not love this place. If you really want some good Mediterranean food go to Alladin's instead. The quality of the food can't be compared.
(2)Christine D.
My mother and I went there a few weeks ago and while my food was good, my mom's food was not so much. My mom ordered a salad and wanted chicken instead of Gyro meat - the man cooking kept saying it was chicken. My stated he was very rude to her and while he did offer her something else- she asked him nicely if he didn't mind giving her money back. He said he did mind because he made what she ordered and he proceeded to get very nasty with my mother. Mistakes happen and why I think this is a great business- having an attitude like that towards a customer will not want people to return. The man did give my mom money back but showed how annoyed he was. My question is it really that big of a deal over $6.00 dollars to have someone ( being my mom) never want to come back because of the way she was treated.
(1)Amanda P.
Stopped in here tonight for the first time. The owners were very friendly, coming by to ask how everything was, and checking on me, even though I was speaking distance from their counter. The food I tried was similar to my normal Aladdins order, but this was surprisingly different and very fresh tasting. And the prices were fantastic! It was a bit cold inside for me, but today was one of the coldest days we've had so far this fall, so I won't hold it against them.
(5)Scott M.
Last night was my 2nd visit this month to this mecca of gastronomic delight. Thanks to the fine folks here on Yelp, I had to try it out and I'm a fan for life. On my first visit I had the shish kabob and that hooked me. It was delicious. On my 2nd visit, last night, I had the chicken shawarma platter and my buddy had the beef version. Everything is cooked to perfection and absolutely superb. The owner/chef is an absolute sweetheart of a gentleman, and a treasure. Everything is very clean and neat, and pleasantly quiet! Having a table conversation is effortless. AND, great wi-fi! :) go there, and eat!
(5)Vijay D.
This place has decent food. I think it's comparable to Aladdin's, but their meat is much juicier than Aladdin's. One thing that turned me off is that the pita bread weren't warmed up and was given in plastic bags though I was eating inside. Also, I felt like a lot of the food had a little too sour of a taste from lemon or lime. Overall, if I were in the area and had Aladdin's too much, I'd come here.
(3)Alexandra C.
There's definitely better Mediterranean food out there, but La Kabob is easily accessible and fast as well as quite tasty. I had the falafel wrap (which has PICKLED TURNIPS in it!) and my mom had the Mediterranean salad. Both were good and I would definitely be a regular here if I lived or worked closer!
(5)Evan F.
"Fast food" Mediterranean / Lebanese in a tiny strip mall? Yep!...and it's quite tasty!!! This spot was an old Quiznos when we first moved here to Strongsville, and it has been several other places in the meantime. Recently, this places was taken over and converted into the current spot and I'm sorry it has taken me this long to give it a try. All of the "classic" dishes you'd think of, they have...stuffed grape leaves, delicious salad, kabob plates, mixed plates, gyro sandwiches, hummus and pita, etc. We came for lunch and left very satisfied...both in the stomach and the wallet. We will definitely be back soon.
(4)Thomas S.
Great spot for Mediterranean. Wonderful service by the chef owner. Casual spot...nothing fancy, but great food. Had the hummus, the falafel, chicken kabob, and tabulie salad. All great. Try a Turkish coffee!!!
(4)Daniel L.
Think of it as a Mediterranean food joint that took over an old Quiznos-esque shop. But the food doesn't come as quickly though the workers are quickly and diligently working. Fresh ingredients prompts slower service and I'm willing to wait for it. But not this long (30 minutes). Perhaps it's a busy night and the open kitchen and a toaster gives the impression of a quick service. But I'm hungry and 2 people behind the grill is not a fast service. Ended up with the chicken shwarma platter ($8). Dirt cheap especially if it's for dinner. Wasn't particularly blown away from the chicken, sauce, or the rice. But I did kill the meal in 3 minutes. The pita bread came out cold. Pay at the end of your meal. Left unimpressed.
(3)Clayton M.
The food was cooked fresh and the service was amazingly friendly! I definitely going back!
(5)Nelson A.
Thanks Goodness a place like this opened!!! real middle eastern food finally. I grew up overseas and have yet to find a authentic place to eat untill todayyyyyyyyyyy!!!!! Christmas came early. and AWesom service. family run and operated.
(5)Niki M.
The food here was wonderful! The grape leaves the best I've ever had. I would say this is like the cafe version of Aladins minus the elaborate desserts, but they have much better food and better prices. If you want some strong (not starbucks like) good coffee, try a pot. I'd never had Turkish coffee before. It kind of reminded me of mixing coffee beans with cocoa beans and making a stew of it. And it did not irritate my stomach. I only wish I was a little closer to this place... I think I could eat here every day!
(5)Laura f.
Always fresh, always good + friendly service keeps us coming back!!
(5)Dawn M.
Got in before lunch rush, tho wasnt really one. Had med salad...good size with ample toppings but hardly any dressing. Had some med pizza...this was really good. The fries that had the seasoning on them were really good, otherwise just average. Prices were fair. Im afraid that if they were much busier, service would have been too slow, but for us it was ok...I should have left some of the onions on the plate-in dire need of a mint:)
(4)Justin M.
We stumbled upon this place quite by accident after some Sunday TJ Maxxin' in Strongsville Ohio. It was set back in a little plaza and would have been easy to miss. Gladly we didn't, because this place is fantastic. The first thing we noticed were the very reasonable menu prices. The next thing was how friendly and conversational the staff were. This is a family owned business and they really give it a personal feel. To start off, Jen and I shared a Fattoush salad, which was light and refreshing. Jen had the Mjaddra, which is steamed lentils mixed with rice. I was having trouble picking one thing, so I had the La Kabob platter (small) which is Shish Tawook, Kafta Kabob, Shish Kabob, Falafel, Hummus, & rice pilaf. Each bite was more delicious than the next. The tahini sauce was perfect, and I also recommend their homemade hot sauce. We left feeling absolutely satisfied. I will certainly be coming back here. I agree with another reviewer that this is like a cafe version of Aladdin's, but with a more personal feel.
(5)Anita H.
Great food, all made fresh daily. Especially love the garlic hummus! Can't wait to go back.
(5)Pam B.
We had dinner at La Kabob. It was delicious and freshly prepared. The loubie was the best I've had. The 2 gentlemen who run it were very friendly.
(5)Jill M.
I am on a quest for fresh food that is made with care and fresh whole ingredients. This place is absolutely wonderful. The owner and his daughter served us a delicious lunch. The homemade sauces and dishes are a delight. The restaurant is clean and bright. A new favorite place where I will be sure to take my friends.
(5)Hari M.
Simple homely ambience, friendly Lebanese hospitality and of course the food was not just good, it was heavenly! Had Kibbi and Chicken kababs with rice and onions. Delicious. A must for anyone visiting the area. Will be back here soon. The Lebanese Pilsner, Almaza, was also great. Oh and I should not forget, very very friendly and courteous owners. Amazing experience indeed.
(5)Karim F.
I was recently introduced to this Lebanese Restaurant through a recommendation by a friend. What a treat it was! The meals I've tried so far were delicious and I was told it is all prepared and cooked in house. Try the Kebob player, you wont regret it. Been back since and will go again with some friends next time.
(5)Laura J.
Had lunch here with a girlfriend. The owner was super nice, so I want to give it 5 stars, but it took a long time to get the food, and when we did it was fine but nothing memorable. I had a grilled veggie dish and a lentil soup and my friend had the sauteed green beans dish. We both agreed that we've had better. I wouldn't be opposed to going back, as the food was okay, but it wouldn't be my first choice when I'm in the mood for Mediterranean.
(3)Lisa H.
Great food. Something for everyone. We started with the Vegetarian Platter, yum. Pita bread soft and fresh. The Gyro platter was delish and my daughter fell in love with the falafel wrap. My sometimes picky son raved on the chicken kabobs. All in all a great experience. If you like Mediterranean food you will enjoy this little spot.
(4)Shaniqua B.
Simple interior gives way to delicious food. The lamb was well marinated and the side salad very fresh and delicious. The tahini sauce was just a little bitter how it should be. You can't beat the price, come on over you won't be disappointed. I got the beef shawarma platter with a side salad. I also tried some of the rice pilaf which was great and has a nice grilled onion flavor.
(4)Jason G.
A must-stop for our family when in Strongsville
(5)EddieGabbie C.
I wish we could give it more stars because the staff was so sweet and attentive. The food was "alright". The chicken shwarma was the best out of the orders we had and if I would recommend it to whomever comes to eat here. We just found it to be overall a pleasant location but mediocre in comparison to other Lebanese restaurants we have eaten at.
(3)Rick W.
upon first impression i would not have given La Kabob a good review. we walked in after 3pm on a Sunday and the place was a disaster. there were dishes all over the tables. nothing had been cleaned in a while and you could tell. sadly, there was one person there - the poor guy was all by himself and he just hadn't had a chance to clean up. eventually another customer actually helped him clean up (very nice of him). i really liked the food. Danielle got a chicken shwarma wrap. she liked it but eventually tore it open and picked through the fillings to remove the onions and pickles. i got the small version of the La Kebob platter. the falafel was a little overcooked for my liking but still tasted great. i didn't love the chicken kabob but the kafta kabob and the beef kabob were really good. the rice pilaf was delicious but very oily. the hummus here is incredible and i wish i had more of it right now. do yourself a favor and check this place out. you'll be glad you did.
(4)Chris Y.
My wife's family is Lebanese so that makes my wife fairly picky about Lebanese food. Our first experience back this past summer wasn't the best at the time due to a problem with some of their kitchen equipment (I think they had just opened not too long before that day and were still ironing out some of the issues with serving the lunch time rush) That being said though, even the slow service that one time has made me want to come back for more because of the food. Not to say I don't like variety, but hands-down my favorite dish there is the Beef Shawarma plate. The spices used on the meat bring out a burst of flavor that is hard to find elsewhere. Having lived in the New Jersey the past couple of years, I know of a few Lebanese Restaurants in Brooklyn that I felt set a standard....after going to La Kabob I think that I may have to rethink what I know about Lebanese Food. If you are near Strongsville or even just passing through Cleveland and heading south on I-71, take a time-out to get off at Royalton Rd towards the mall, then left at Pearl and pay La Kabob a visit. I have yet to be disappointed or dissatisfied with the quality of the food served here. Great stuff, 5-stars!!
(5)Manu M.
Was there last night with the wife and kids. Friendly, inviting place. Nice decor. The owner Tony is very friendly and obviously takes a lot of pride in his work. and the quality of his ingredients. Everything is made painstakingly and the labor of love is evident. The prices are very reasonable. I have eaten better Lebanese, but not in the US. The Kibbeh balls were excellent and his rice pilaf is the best in Cleveland. The Kebabs were tender, moist and flavorful. The service is on the slower side, but that's because a majority of the cooking process starts after you place the order. But the pay off for the wait is in the flavor and freshness of the food. I'll definitely be going again. I love the fact that the owner takes pride in the food that he serves.
(5)Teddy B.
La Kabob is a sweet stop for a quick Lebanese lunch or dinner. I usually have the Mujadara or veggie platter. Either way is a decent lunch.
(3)Ginny S.
A friend posted a positive review in fb and I really trust her opinion. She was right! This place is great! Loved the lunch! Had shawarma and the chicken gyro and split and order of heavenly fries! When you can get delicious authentic food at a decent price why would anyone do fast food! I'll be back!
(5)RJ S.
We happened to be in the area, and stopped at La Kabob Lebanese Grill because of the reviews, and because we haven't had good Mediterranean food in a while. I ordered the Gyro platter with salad, husband ordered the Beef Kabob with veggies. Both dishes were delicious - I loved the Gyro meat, on a freshly made salad (nice to get a fresh healthy meal) and my husband's beef kabob with veggies was also delicious. Even though we don't live in the area, we will be back. Oh and the prices are reasonable, finally a good restaurant, fresh food at a reasonable price!
(4)Lefemme M.
Amazing, The food was fantastic and i did not at all expect that, fresh and flavourful
(5)Chad T.
Dropped in for dinner because of the higher than average reviews than other restaurants in the vicinity while visiting from out of town. Service: excellent...attentive, friendly, and repeatedly asked how each course was. Food: above average...considering that most pita wraps are under $6 and most entrees are under $9, I'm not complaining, but I will say it didn't exceed my expectations. (However, we have several great Lebanese restaurants in Raleigh so maybe I'm spoiled.) I ordered the gyro platter and baklava for dessert. Overall: a great place to drop by for a quick meal with great service. I would imagine if you were not pleased with something, the staff would be glad to make it right or provide something else on the menu.
(4)Joe P.
My wife and I eat here fairly often. The kabobs, hummus, and rice are actually really good. We usually split the La Kabob Platter which is enough for two. I usually get extra pitas and place a little bit of everything in it and top it with the garlic sauce (delicious!). Only draw back is the felafel is almost always a bit too dry and I sometimes get tomatoes in my order even though I've mentioned I have an intolerance, to which they gladly redo my order. Overall, I would recommend this to anyone looking for good Lebanese food for a decent price.
(4)Alex G.
Went for lunch, ordered too much. Also had the Turkish coffee. Everything was good, the Pilaf is some of the best I've had, spinach pies were lacking but nothing is as good as moms sometimes.
(4)Elyn B.
We stopped in here while driving through the area on a road trip. Thanks to the previous Yelp reviewers for saving us from the monotony of fast food. La Kabob's food was delicious and fresh and the service (which I believe was offered by the owner) was kind and attentive. Prices were reasonable and the portions were refreshingly reasonable as well. I'd rather have a smaller portion and high quality and that is what La Kabob offered. I had the falafel and my husband had the chicken and both tasted great.
(4)Rachael N.
La kabob is situated in a plaza in Strongsville. As we were in the area, we decided to try it. It was okay. I think we have high standards, coming from Dearborn and the east side of Michigan, but the food was decent. It wasn't anything like the places you see in Dearborn or even Dolce Wraps, but it was decent. You go to the counter to order first, they bring you the food, and then you pay at the end. We ordered the baba ghanouj, chicken schwarma and the falafel schwarma. All were okay. I think they could have upped the quality of their pita as well as increased the garlic sauce, but it was okay. Would I come back here on my own? Meh. Would I rave about it! Meh. But if you're looking to grab some fast Lebanese food, this restaurant is the place to be!
(3)Maureen D.
The food here is really fresh, and they have every type of Mediterranean food you can think of. It is all homemade. It takes a little longer to get your food, but it's worth it. The owner makes it right in front of you right after you order it. Also seemed very clean.
(5)Dave P.
Delicious Lebanese food, family run, open everyday for long hours... What's not to love? Their hummus and baba are perfect appetizers, freshly made and plentiful enough to share. The tabouli is flavorful enough for me to eat it for lunch or dinner with nothing else. I'm still working my way through the menu one takeout order at a time. The shish tawook (chicken kabob) is good, but not up to old standards like Nate's. Obviously it depends on how aggressively garlicky you want your chicken. Don't forget to ask for a side of their hot sauce. Very delicious and a fine complement to the baba or hummus. I can't comment on in-house service as I have taken food out each visit, but the place is clean, there's ample parking and staff has been polite and friendly. I usually go to Aladdin's or Mezza for this cuisine, but close proximity makes La Kabob my new go-to place and a fine addition to the already good selection of middle eastern food in the area.
(4)Ben T.
Friendly service and good food for the price.
(4)Kels L.
I love La Kabob! I've been coming here for over a year as it's quite close to where I live. I get the Mediterranean salad (with gyro meat) and always get garlic labneh, a greek yogurt/garlicky dip sprinkled with za'atar served with pita. Hummus is delicious, and the La Kabob platter has an amazing rice pilaf. -Owner Tony and his daughter are adorable! They are very personable and will chat with you while cooking. -Interior (and bathrooms) are extremely clean, virtually spotless. -Portions are great for the price; you leave satisfied, not stuffed. -Has always had plenty of other customers inside while I'm there. Some qualms: -pita is not very fresh. -ordering process is kind of strange (order - they bring food out to your table - you pay after eating). Overall, I love that La Kabob is a local business. Tony cares about his customers and really serves amazing, home cooked food.
(4)Rebecca J.
I love la kabob!! It's a family run restaurant which makes it so much more enjoyable. They will recognize you when you frequent there, and they are so happy and grateful when you do so. The food is so great and authentic! You can never go wrong with a gyro. The tabouli is phenomenal. And if you ask they will even brew you a cup of fresh Lebanese coffee!
(4)Dan S.
Rumor has it that I may have eaten here twice in one day. Rumor also has it that I am eating some right now as I write this review. Damn these rumors!
(5)Todd R.
don't ask me why but for some reason I find Greeks uglier brother my fall back when I can't find asian or Greek. I stumble into these little places hoping for the best and at 2:30 when you've eaten nothing ALL day and you're cold calling auto dealers...almost anything hits the spot. this did better than just hit some spot! And when pleasantly surprised it has to be told. This title place near the end of a strip center did just that. The food was good, the rating is for the small portion size. The owner is a VERY nice man and his food is great. He may want to increase the size of the chicken kabobs in the future. Great tomato salad too, the parsley really added to it. Saying all of this I would go back when in the area.
(3)Ben S.
This is an unassuming shopping mall restaurant. The inside looks like it had very recently been a Quiznos sub place, right down to the standard sub shop conveyor oven. When we got in the store there was no one there in terms of workers. We looked over the menu and both decided on what we wanted before a worker appeared from the back. When he appeared he was carrying a tub of food so I guess he had been in the back room preparing it. The restaurant is set up, like I said, like Quiznos. There is a counter with little tubs containing food - a sandwich assembly line. He placed the tub he had brought out into the counter and then took our order. We both ordered platters so we didn't go down the line. We ordered and sat down. Shortly he brought out our hummus app and my salad. Both were good, but the hummus won't be winning an award against other Lebanese restaurants. When we were nearly finished with those 2 dishes he brought out our entrees and cleared our dishes for us. Later he offered us to go containers. When we were ready to pay, we walked up to the counter again and the worker followed us from the table he had been sitting at talking to someone. I won't drive out of my way to this restaurant but if i am nearby I would choose it as a unique, pretty fast service, healthy option.
(4)Gina T.
My husband and I get take-out from here several times a week...we are obsessed with their food. My go-to are the grape leaves & beef schwarma! Very clean inside & always super yummy!
(5)K S.
Fantastic affordable ethnic food! I can't say enough about the place. I go here all the time. After moving back from Seattle in 2013, I really missed having access to great food from around the world, until I found La Kabob!
(5)Joe R.
Solid place. Very well run. Food spicy and good. Chicken pita was flavorful. Service a hair slow but not too bad. We stopped in on a whim (we were stuck at a basketball tournament at the nearby high school) and were pleasantly surprised. Not my kind of food. But it was decent. Owner seemed nice. Place was clean. Give it a try.
(4)Dee Y.
Love this place! My go to sandwich is the falafel wrap....my meatatarians get the chicken swarma. ....yum. Very friendly,local restaurant,clean, and convenient! Highly recommend.
(4)Alia P.
I was very excited to try this place based on the reviews posted here. I got the chicken gyro sandwich. To be honest, it was a little bland and had a TON of sauce on it. We also got a Chicken Shawerma Sandwich and that was better than the gyro. It had a nice flavor and was served on a good pita bread. As far as side-dishes, hummus was pretty good, but not the best ever. But, to be fair, I'm pretty picky when it comes to mediterranean/ middle eastern food. I'd go back again, but would like to try something different next time.
(3)Bassam H.
Great, fresh, made to order, authentic Lebanese food. Lebanese wine and beer complements the menu for a complete experience. Even something for the kids. Try it once, you will definitely come back for more.
(5)Justin B.
The food was great. I got the veggie soup and a veggie wrap, and both were excellent. The food took longer to prepare, but it was worth the wait. I compare all Mediterranean food in Cleveland to Aladdins, and I would say this is the fast casual equivalent of Aladdins. It would be GREAT, though, if they would offer a combo type meal. Think Panera's Pick 2 menu. I ended up ordering a bowl of veggie soup and a wrap, but took half the wrap home since it was just too much for lunch. It would have been nice to be able to get a smaller size soup and half a wrap to make a lunch size. However, there was this one thing...So the restaurant is set up with a certain type of flow that we are all familiar with these days. You order in one spot, then slide down along the counter to the register and pay. Then you sit down and enjoy your food. For some reason, even as the restaurant is set up with this kind of flow, the guy behind the counter told us to pay AFTER we ate. So we detached from the counter and sat down and waited and there was a girl behind the counter who brought us our food. After the meal, we weren't sure if we were supposed to bus our own table or not, and we heard the ladies at the table next to us whispering to each other trying to figure out the same thing. So we bussed our table and then went to the counter to pay, and had to scratch our heads and wonder, are we supposed to tip the young girl that brought us our food? (We did tip her). I think next time we will order it to go. It really is good food for lunch, but the prep time and the confusing eat-in experience is a deterrent.
(4)Rochelle M.
Have eaten here a number of times. Our standard order includes the La Kabob platter (large), which includes a nice variety of items (chicken kabob, kafta kabob, beef kabob, falafel, hummus, rice pilaf, and pita bread). This family of 5 (including 3 youngin's under 10yrs) rounds out the platter with a nice salad (the spinach one with house dressing is GREAT), and one chicken and rice kids meal. Makes for an economical, tasty, and healthy dinner! Service is always very friendly and fast.
(5)Jessie Z.
Everything is delicious and service is superior! Can't go wrong with anything! The hummus is my favorite here. Very garlicy, but exactly in the right amount.
(5)Ryan N.
I'm not so well versed in Lebanese cuisine, so we were just looking for a nice place with lighter fare, and decided to check out La Kabob based on other reviews. Needless to say, we were really impressed! We tried the La Kabob platter, which will likely feed us for the next couple of days. Everything was absolutely delicious! We'll definitely be frequent customers from here on out. :D
(5)Marc R.
Very, Very surprised this place was rated so high!! It was clean and nicely decorated. Staff was friendly...but I knew it wasn't going to be good when they pulled the frozen Gyro meat out of a box. My son got the gyro wrap nod I got the gyro platter, which was nothing more than some rice, a little lettuce, sauce and heated up meat. There has to be something better around here!
(1)Simon I.
La Kabob has firmly taken a hold of my weakness for lebanese food, and now Aladdin's just doesn't cut it for me. Don't get me wrong, other lebanese places, I'm sure, are good. La Kabob has something great going for it. IMHO, this family operated restaurant offers up food that's prepared with care and always only after your order. After your order at the counter, the food is brought to you. The menu ranges from Salads, to Pita Wraps, to Pita Pizza, to Plates. The usual offerings of Falafel, Hummus, Baba Ganouj, Kabobs of variety. Check out the menu on their site. What sets La Kabob apart and ahead of other such eateries is the freshness of their kabobs that come out steaming bursting with mouthwatering flavor, freshly cooked atop Rice Pilaf. I could eat two pounds of their Rice Pilaf - this is no out of a bag microwave kind pilaf - their pilaf is clearly made on-premise and contains freshly cooked rice with vermicelli mixed in. This steamy and fluffy concoction is definitely not be missed, that is you are fan of rice pilaf. Even if you are not, indulge to taste what you have been missing. Don't miss the Hummus with extra pita. They serve up a great recipe of this favorite dish. The ambiance is definitely that of casual atmosphere and pair that with great tasting food is recipe of great times and good eats.
(4)Maged M.
Very nice food and service is great! I haven't had Mediterranean food like this is years!
(5)Cat H.
The tabouli was delicious - tons of parsley, light on bulgur, wonderful flavor. I also loved the grape leaves, baba ghannouj, and thin lebanese style bread. A really excellent lunch!
(5)Jared R.
Definitely a fan of La Kabob in Strongsville! Passed this place up for months and finally gave it a try today. A great family run business that were very friendly in helping me get a better feel for the menu. However, I had to go with what I know and ordered the traditional Lamb Gyro Entree. I didn't expect this to be a put-it-together-yourself sort of meal but glad it was after seeing the generous portions included. The meat was perfect and juicy, the cucumber sauce just right, and the veggies helped fill up this surprisingly great gyro. I now know where I will be getting my gyro fix around town. Try it out!
(4)Mark W.
One of my favorite places to get clean, fresh, healthy food. I didn't know what to expect or if I even liked Lebanese food. I am now a fan. I eat there regularly and the chicken shwarma wrap is one of my favs. The staff are friendly and the prices are fair.
(5)Rockie N.
What an amazingly nice family serving up some of the most delicious Lebanese grub I've had. We ordered a few catering-style plates for a family get together. The wraps are HUGE, and with the intent of serving two people. The meats were beautiful (jucey) and the the garlic sauce? WOW. There was also this tahini sauce with a bit of spice that was out of this world. The platters of veggies are great if you order a la carte style kabobs to build your own pita sandwiches. The falafel is some of the best I have eaten in the U.S.; Crunchy on the outside, and that lovely green tint on the inside. Herbs, my friends. Herbs. They really should serve beer and wine. :) And if you are having an event or party, you'll get a wonderful deal on some extremely fresh food created with lovely ingredients. The pricing is great. Support this great local business!
(5)Stella K.
AAAHHHHMAAAHHHZING. just really good. dont pass this one up. and say hi to the family when you are there because they are super sweet and provide some awesome quality service. You wont be disappointed.
(5)Daniel R.
Being a middle easterner myself I was a bit skeptical about the reviews this place was getting. Went to it, tried it out, and loved it. The food was delicious, good portion, and great service. The place is family run and they are very friendly with the customers. Definitely worth a try if you want some solid kabobs for lunch.
(5)Lydia R.
My husband and I were looking for a nice date place that was casual, under $10/entree and NOT American/European cuisine. We found the perfect place! After eating at La Kabob, we've decided we're definitely going back. We often visit Middle Eastern restaurants and ask for Turkish coffee because many times that is a sign to us of how authentic the restaurant (and not as Americanized) is. This place served Turkish coffee and it was good quality too. We liked the casual setting of the restaurant, with Arabic music playing in the background, the friendly and expedient service and the cleanliness factor. The quality and taste of all three dishes ordered was phenomenal considering how quickly they were served. Good quality food+ time efficiency = Points in our book. Their baklava was also a perfect pairing for the Turkish coffee. While we were sipping our coffee, the owner also had coffee with one of his friends and patrons. We always like seeing a restaurant owner enjoying his business and clientele. Relaxing environment, quiet and perfect for conversation. Their menu is online at lakabobgrill.com . We ordered: Garlic Labneh, Kafta Kabob Plate Entree, Grape Leaves + Hummus Wrap, Turkish Coffee, Baklava
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