The second location of Kabob-ish opened its doors this summer just minutes away from Northview. It offers authentic Middle Eastern food in a fast food setting opposed to a formal restaurant, appealing to the younger population of students looking for a quick bite after school.
From the outside, Kabob-ish stands out from the other businesses with its fiery red logo and matching umbrellas over the outdoor seating.
On the inside, they continue the red theme, but the interior design has a very open feel, with giant glass windows and an overflow of open space. The restaurant can expand if needed, and a giant door seperates the two rooms during the quieter hours. There is also a lingering smell of foreign spices, offering a hint of what their food tastes like. The only noise inside the restaurant came from a T.V. playing softly in the corner.
Their menu offers a good variety with classics like chicken tikka and lamb kabobs, alongside fusion dishes such as chicken wings with Middle Eastern spices. With each meal, they give different options spice and texture for the meat and rice. Traditional appetizers and desserts are also available. One of the items that stood out from the menu was Kulfi, a sweet traditional dessert made from mangoes.
The food is reasonably priced, but not cheap. It has great prices for a spontaneous outing, but eating here daily would be draining, with their slightly high-ended prices.
Service was fast, but there were communication issues because the employee was soft-spoken. However, once the order was taken down, an employee in the front kitchen started cooking immediately.
The Koobideh Sampler is definitely worth the wait. It included one spicy chicken kabob, one beef kabob and a rice choice. The display was appealing and aromatic, with the meats lined up on a bed of saffron rice and a side salad in the corner. The spicy chicken kabob was soft and tender, exploding in flavor with each bite, leaving a spicy aftertaste. The beef kabob was tougher, and less flavorful, but still had a nice tangy taste to it.
One of the highlights of Kabob-ish is their green sauce. It is easy to miss because it is near the back of the restaurant, but once obtained, it adds a unique taste to the saffron rice. Kabob-ish is great for anyone looking to try authentic Middle Eastern food with its prime location and unique dishes, offering a wonderful variety inside a clean and friendly environment.
