Aleppo's Kitchen

A stellar establishment. Service was great. Food came out of the kitchen lightning fast and was hot. Food was even better. I'm not a salad guy and my gosh the fattoush salad was refreshing. The waiter recommended the cheese rolls and they were heavenly. The shawarma wrap was not too heavy and delish. Went with the mixed kabob platter and every single piece of meat was perfectly grilled. The chicken was probably the best-cooked chicken I've ever had. Definitely on my must return list. Place was super clean and atmosphere is great for either a family or a couple.

Extremely over prices and average taste against what they claim. Better to spend on taste first than ambiance and location. $21 chicken shawarma ?? With 50% veges stuffed in! Shawarma Loca has $16 shawarma with bigger size and quality. $30 Qabsa with that serving size is not justifying the price at all. #notrecommended

It was delicious and fresh. I like the plaza it is in. Nice and cozy. Friendly server.

Had a lovely dinner there. The food was fabulous. Enjoyed the ambiance.

I went to this place for lunch on Saturday around 2 pm with a few friends. Was so much hoping for this place to be great and it has a lot of potential but for time being fell short. They have a pretty good menu although everything seems to be about $1-$2 price to high even for today’s prices. I ordered their falafel labash wrap and my friend their chicken panini which she was told that they were out of their ciabatta rolls and can only serve in lavash. Other two friends ordered their salads with grilled chicken. Their salads arrived after about 15 mins but we have to wait another 10-15 mins for our wraps to arrive which was a bit inconvenient since we all wanted to eat together. One other where thing was that the wraps were toasted which was weird My falafel wrap was underseasoned and could have used a bit more salt and I asked for a side of chili sauce but overall it was dry and nothing to write home about. They have a lot of traditional decor which was nice.

This is a long overdue review but I come here often and I always get their Kibbeh Nayyeh, beet salad with chicken or Rib Eye and the Dip trio everything is always the same taste and presentation I love it. The price is a bit elevated but I’m okay with it because their atmosphere makes up for it.

Great Middle Eastern restaurant to taste delicious plates especially Syrian. Nice atmosphere and people were so friendly and helpful especially Ally.

Food was amazing. Service was super cool and the waitress was very good and friendly. She’s doing a great job. Chicken Shish Kebob was yummy. Dish is good for two. Falafel was good too. Knafeh was good too. Fresh pita bread. Seating is cool. Outside they have hookah lounge dinner table where children’s are not allowed. However I like the food. So I give 5/5.

Food was delicious and Julianna provided excellent service. Authentic cuisine and great atmosphere

The food was amazing never had Syrian food like this place definitely a must try! Excellent service juliana was a really good waitress

The food was really delicious - the flatbread gyro was amazing and the turkish coffee was really interesting and tasty. The servers were also super nice and helpful with food recommendations etc. Overall a really great place!!

A friend of mine invited me out to lunch and chose this restaurant. It was my first time. This is a Mediterranean restaurant. Since I was a guest, I did not get a chance to take a photo of the menu, hopefully there might be some photos from other yelp reviewers. Isabel, our server explained to me that their specialty are their Mediterranean bowls. They allow you to choose your protein And two sides and two sauces. They also had Mediterranean plates and salads and a variety of soft drinks and other beverages. Isabel was very attentive, and polite. She allowed us time to discuss business when she returned we ordered and within 10 to 15 minutes we had our food. I have visited other Mediterranean restaurants and I would have to say this one ranks as one of the best. What I liked about my bowl was that the rice was fluffy? The chicken was very tasty and tender. The house sauce was smooth and creamy and of course the avocados and beets were a great addition. My host and his colleague had been here before and they rave about how good it is. Along with our bowls, we ordered french fries and pita bread. Although the restaurant appeared to be small in size, it was not too noisy in spite of the fact that they were quite a few guests. As I stated before, I would definitely come back to this with my wife.

Wonderful food, we ordered the MEDITERRANEAN DIP TRIO Muhammara, baba ghanoush, and hummus with warm pita bread for dipping.(excellent!) CHEESE ROLLS 4 pieces Deep fried spring rolls filled with akkawi--a soft and salted cheese imported directly from Syria. (Amazing!) MANSAF Arabic for 'large dish,' mansaf is a favorite at festive gatherings. Lamb braised slowly in broth with jameed (a salted and sun-dried yogurt), served on a heap of golden rice with warm yogurt sauce (Incredible!) And a hookah, double apple flavored (very good!) Prices were a little bit higher than expected here, but it's a beautiful restaurant for adults, no children allowed on the patio although they are allowed inside the restaurant itself.

Came here on a Saturday night around 5:30 and the place had probably seated 3-4 parties inside. We made a reservation minutes ahead of arriving and others were told that the wait was 40 minutes even though it was very empty. After being seated our drink order was taken then our food order. After that the service went downhill. There seemed to be one server taking orders for the entire restaurant as we notice other people waiting to close out and place their orders. He was clearly overwhelmed as around 6:15 there was a line out the door to be seated and tables sat dirty waiting to be cleared and cleaned for over an hour. Clearly this place needs to hire more people. Our drink glasses sat empty several times and we had to flag down someone every time to refill our drinks, clear the table, and take our dessert order. The food was good, but for the service I feel it is not worth us coming back. We ordered: Cheese rolls- these were dry and so underwhelming, it needed some type of dipping sauce, not worth ordering Filet mignon skewers- you get 8 pieces of meat, which some pieces were tough, and others were soft, so not sure if they mix the meat as filet mignon is supposed to be soft. It comes with rice. Grilled shrimp skewers- the shrimp were big and juicy and served with something similar to brown rice, this was very tasty. We also ordered the tiramisu which was very delicious, super moist and perfectly balanced. Perfect for 2 people to share. I understand it's a family owned business, but it needs to be better staffed for the amount of business it gets. Also they allow people to smoke in the patio and keep the patio door open. So if you are eating inside you consistently get the smell of cigar and cigarettes as you're eating your meal inside. Not very pleasant in my opinion. Also their website doesn't reflect what you are served, as our plates were not served with hummus or pita bread.

been to aleppo many times growing up and living in socal, hadn't been in a few years and they moved (i'm late to the game). i'm not sure how i feel about the new location. i liked the hidden one on brookhurst st in the heart of little arabia. it transported me overseas. this one is nice but feels very khaleeji modern. maybe i'm just a sucker for nostalgia. anyways, the kibbeh nayeh is still so delicious. 10/10 recommend. i begrudgingly shared with my family of 6 but that's all i really wanted to eat as my dinner lol. the cheese rolls were good only had a bite because i gotta watch my gluten and dairy intake. the meats on the platters slapped. and they are shareable plates in my opinion. we got apps and salad to share so those two plates were enough for the 6 of us. the ashta was good but two bites in and i was sugared out. i recommend sharing that with at least a few other people or someone who loves sugar. service was decent, we came on christmas day for dinner and it got slammed right around 6 so then our server was overwhelmed. understandably. no place to pray. my brother asked for a rug or quiet corner but they got nothing. that's another reason little arabia was better, masjid is down the street.

Robert is a top notch professional. He is super personable and knew the menu well, helping us decide what to order. The food here is excellent and worth the price. The restaurant is very clean yet maintains a casual atmosphere. I would definitely dine here again. I recommend the hummus and the lamb dishes.

Amazing customer service started from the nice friendly host who welcomed us with great hospitality and worm smile he guided us to our table with reservation. After that the waitress came over asked for drinks and appetiser she gave a great recommendations , she gave me a great idea about the kabobs dishes . After we ordered our appetiser 2 or 3 minutes the appetiser came out very quickly, the waitress came back to take our dinner order with great service and professional manner . Our dinner order came out very quick hot and fresh everything was great and delicious thank you very much . We ordered the trio dips, salad , flatbread,cheese rolls ,chicken and beef kebabs. Aleppo's is cozy restaurant clean and unique. Service 10/10 Food 10/10 Atmosphere 10/10 I recommend Aleppo's restaurant to everyone ... please check my photos

Isabelle was an excellent server! Food was exceptional. Had a business lunch and everyone was super nice and friendly

Bright and sparkling new, this place is as shiny as a newly minted Syrian 1 Pound coin. So, if you're hoping to be reminded of your ancestral home, sorry, there are no crowds lining up for water or scrambling over rubble of what used to be their house in order to grab a Red Cross tent. No, nothing like that. There is a nice spotless dining room and a wrap around glassed in Patio over looking Katella Ave. which is not exactly a romantic Garden of Allah view but effective use of the irregular space the owners leased. There is an Arabic loop to put you in the mood for food or remind you of fingernails on a chalkboard depending on your musical tastes. The AC was turned up so high that the temp was low enough to cure a Ham, God forgive me. Maybe this is the place to wear that ugly Christmas sweater? And while this spot is on Disney's doorstep there is no Mickey Mousing around in the kitchen. This Kitchen is totally serious about what goes out to the tables. Who's here? Disney tourists? Not so much, so no wild child running amok in a Goofy Sweatshirt between the tables and no plastic Mouse ears settled on a someone's Hajib. Mostly it's the Syrian community, those of us who've hit every spot in Little Arabia and found them wanting for the most part or anyone who worked up an appetite after afternoon prayers. The Staff: The Staff is Robert who's smile is as radiant as the dining room. He knows the menu and will happily curate your meal. Can't decide, hand the reins to Robert. The Food: The menu is large, ambitious, and authentic. Still cold? Eat quicker to get the blood flowing. It's easy as the food here is delicious. The menu offers the very best of Syrian tastes that all tastes terrific and celebrates the unique cuisine of an ancient culture. So, enjoy the bounty in Orange County and feel sad for the strife torn homeland. There are Cold Mezze, Hot Mezze, Flatbreads, Fresh Salads, Chef's Signature plates, Grilled items, Sandwiches and Wraps, Sides and Mocktails. If you closed your eyes and simply poked at the menu you'd still dine like Royalty. Just perusing the long list of what's on offer will make you feel full and fuller still after tackling one of the ample platters for two...for one. I enjoyed every bit of the Beet Salad with, let's say it together, Roasted Beet Bits, fresh Baby Arugula, Toasted Walnuts, Radish Slices, Red Onion Slivers, all under a drizzle of a simple dressing of just quality Olive Oil and Lemon Juice. As a finishing touch the mound of Vegetables was dotted with a crown of salty crumble of Feta Cheese. But you can't go here and order simply Bunny food. You're in luck as there is plenty of protein winking at you whispering "do me". The Shish Tawook (Chicken Kebab to we mortals) was marinated (brined) for 24 hours and then grilled just right to retain it's Chickenosity. Every chunk-o-chicken was plastic spoon tender and as juicy as it could be without it being Chicken Soup. The balanced marinade was still present and added notes of a slightly sour tang, lemon and pepper leaving a lovely lingering afterglow. The Monkey fist sized 12 pieces of Chicken were lined up next to a hill of fluffy Rice dusted with Sumac, along with a Charred Tomato and an ice cream scoop of Shredded Carrots, Red Cabbage laced with a light Vinaigrette. One plate would feed a Seal Team. And just when you think you should try to re-buckle your belt in compliance with the dictates of social civility in public out comes a bowl of wonderful Hummus which was creamy, and smooth as cake frosting. You can discard any reservations about Arabic (Syrian) cuisine. I recommend you make a reservation and schlepo to Alleppo.

Really nice place! I selected Aleppo because my guest is a vegetarian. Lots of options on the menu for both of us. Maybe Aleppo is Syrian but it advertises as Mediterranean. Same thing I guess. Really nice looking building. We sat inside and enjoyed the view looking out the wall of glass. My guest had their Falafel Lavash Wrap and loved it. Looked good to me too. I think Med food uses a little more yogurt than mayo, which more people should do in my opinion. Make a note of that, whoever is keeping track of such things. I had their Falafel plate, as it was Eat Falafel Day (I think). Nice meal! 6 homemade chickpea fritters are crisp outside and fluffy inside. Served with pickled turnips and tahini sauce. We will be back!

The food was ok, it hit the spot. The food lacked flavor, many other Mediterranean restaurants have more appetizing flavors. I would eat there again, just not my favorite.

Isabella was an awesome server and kept the drinks fresh and filled. Brought the food out hot and knew exactly what we needed. Really impressed at a corp lunch. Food was great, restaurant is beautiful and clean. Prices and portions were well aligned but on the high end. 4 people $150 with one shared sampler is higher than most places of similar service and quality. Charging for extra bread was weird. Otherwise great experience.

Amazing food and atmosphere...... Eizabel provided us great service..... Will be coming back soon with family anc friendzzzz

We had a wonderful experience at Aleppo! The Syrian cuisine was a delightful journey for our taste buds. The shawarma plate was piled high with flavorful meat and delicious accompaniments, and the kofta wrap was a savory delight. The pistachio ice cream cake was an absolute dream - a perfect blend of nutty and sweet. Our waitresses, Isabella and Val, were incredibly friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. Highly recommend!

Food, ambiance and service are all A+. Incredible Dabke style music when they do live music. Isabel provided top notch customer service the last time I was here! Best Arabic food I have tried in Southern California!

Trying Aleppo's for the first time! Service and food was awesome!!! Isabel was attentive and provided the best service. Would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for delicious Mediterranean food. Coming back!

The beet salad is packed with bright beautiful robust flavors, fresh greens, beets, feta, and walnuts, topped with a delicate vinegarette makes for a well rounded salad that can be enjoyed as an entrée or side. The roasted red pepper dip is incredible! We also enjoyed the mixed grill which was juicy and flavorful. Service is attentive and friendly. Our group enjoyed a wonderful meal. We decided unanimously to come back for another delicious culinary experience very soon.

Food is great, service is fantastic. Isabel took good care of us. I brought my friend here to try the real Syrian food and we both were not disappointed.

TLDR; I'm a fan, I'd recommend it if you're in the area. I'll definitely come back to try the rest of the menu. Context I dined in on a Wednesday, there was nobody else there. Food I'd order again - Muhammara Dip Falafel Wouldn't Order Again - Fries - safe option & it's fine but I should've ventured into the menu more Potato & Za'atar Wait Time - 0, we were seated immediately. The staff was very friendly & welcoming.

We aren't typically adventurous eaters, but stopped to charge at the Tesla Chargers after our Disneyland vacation. The food is absolutely delicious and so fresh, and the staff was so welcoming. I tried the Turkish Coffee, and it was great too. Highly recommend the chicken and steak kabobs and their kids meal option was perfect for our 3 and 9 year old. Val was very kind and checked on us often. The music and atmosphere were perfect! We will be back!

The lamb (any of the three main dishes) followed by Ashta for dessert. I'd drive 50 miles for those. Fun ambiance, friendly and helpful service. The food is unique and tasty.

Food was great. The portions are big, you won't be hungry. Isabel's service was amazing. Highly recommended!!!!

amazing food and amazing service. huge portions with customizable ability. love this place! Isabelle was a great server too and food was served quickly.

Isabel was really great and helpful with her service! She was keen to our needs and ensured top quality service. The food was also delicious!

The food was great. Will definitely be going back. The service was great to, my cup was always full. Isabel was a wonderful waitress. Top marks

Had this for lunch and liked it so much we went back a couple days later. The food was very delicious. The pita bread was so warm and fluffy. Also our server, Isabel, was super nice and attentive. My only suggestion is that the chicken shawarma was a little scant so if you're looking for heartier protein go with a kabob.

I had an incredible dining experience at Allepo's Kitchen! From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The food was absolutely delicious--everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. You can truly taste the authenticity in every bite. The service was just as impressive. Our server, Isabelle, was attentive, friendly, and made great recommendations. She went above and beyond to ensure we had a great meal, checking in at just the right moments without being intrusive. Whether you're craving rich, comforting dishes or just looking for a spot with top-notch hospitality, Allepo's Kitchen is a must-visit. I'll definitely be coming back soon!

Busy nights I get it but this place only picks and chooses who they want to sit down when checking in. Reservations or not. The host just decides who he wants to sits first even tho you checked in before any party that was a walk- in. And the reason it such a long wait to be sat is because no one cleans the tables for new patrons. Service is incompetent. Food is at least a 30 minute wait. Asked for a check and to get a to go box, for the server only wanted to close our check and completely forgot to bring us a box after waiting for 10 mins. Seems like this place only serve its own kind. The wait to from being sat down, to the service is ridiculous. Will never come here again l.

This is the Fourth time I eat at Aleppo with my family , the food always great , good service. Never had a problem, I recommend it highly. Only problem I have .: there is something on their menu called "pita" . I don't understand it . While the whole menu is Syrian/arabic food, where does the pita come from . I know the bread in Syria is not called pita or in any other Arab country except in Israel, so why do they use a Hebrew or maybe Greek name or Arabic bread , are they ashamed of calling it Arabic bread??

I love everything about this eatery! This was my second time here and it was just as good as the first. Not only is the food top quality, but the service as well.

We were very happy with the service we received over dinner last night. Natalie was our server and she was incredibly kind and made sure that our orders were taken and the delicious food was brought out steaming hot. We're very grateful for Natalie's service!

Wow, just wow! I had pretty high expectations based on the reviews, but honestly, nothing could compare to the experience I had. The food was absolutely incredible--each dish was even better than the last! The waitstaff were so friendly, and the food arrived quicker than I expected. The flavors were out of this world, and everything tasted so fresh! If you go, I definitely recommend the appetizer combo plate. The red pepper and pomegranate dip, the lamb rice, and the mixed grill were all fantastic! Just be sure to bring your appetite!

The food was excellent and reasonably priced our server Elizabeth was very warm and welcoming. Nice hidden gem close to work.

First off want to give a huge shoutout to Anthony for the being so attentive to make sure our party was above satisfied :) got to try the non-alcoholic citrus cooler tonic (something new for me) and was very pleased with the fusion of all the flavors on the Shawarma combo plate, absolutely delicious! We ended the night with some turkish coffee and some tea, which in my opinion was such a nice way to let the food settle down and not rushing to get us out. The restaurant is splendid with all the decor, including an outside fire pit and highly appreciate the designated smoking areas, hence makes this restaurant kid friendly. overall 10/10 experience with my family, thank you for making my fathers birthday a very memorable one. for sure will be back! much love.

I've been here just one time, but I've been wanting to go back because of the food was so good and so fresh! Very bright flavors!

My husband and I enjoy stopping at Aleppo's kitchen. Their food is delicious & Our most favorite is their pistachio, sliced baklava. We have had baklava in many Mediterranean restaurants, but theirs is the best one! Our server was Isabel and she absolutely gave us 5 star service. She's a wonderful server. Looking forward to returning to Aleppo's kitchen!

My new favorite restaurant, the food was amazing. Great ambience, so classy. Will come back again! :)

This is my second time coming to this restaurant, I have always received exceptional service. This time Ally and Norman helped us and they were both great, will definitely be coming back, they each made this a memorable experience for my friend and I. The food was amazing, came out fast and the ambiance here is great!! 10/10 recommend.

We used aleppo for catering last year and they didn't have restrictions as long as 25 kabobs were ordered. Their website says $9 chicken $6 beef kefta kabobs, with a minimum of 25 kabobs per order. I tried to order 30 kabobs 15 of chicken and 15 kefta. I was told the price on the website was wrong and that it's actually $12 per chicken, $9 is for an order 25 chicken kebabs only. Apparently I could have placed an order for 25 chicken and 5 kefta and the pricing, that would have been honored, but they couldn't honor 15 each?! The website is unclear and they should have honored the pricing online while the corrected their website. Gonna use another restaurant

I recently dined at this Middle Eastern restaurant and would like to provide some feedback on my experience. The food was ok but not the great and It was pricey for the portions we got. I encountered some issues with the service and staff behavior that I feel need to be addressed. Unfortunately, the service during my visit was quite slow and the restaurant was kind of empty. It took longer than expected to receive both our drinks and our food. This significantly impacted our overall dining experience. I also found that the staff were not as friendly as I had hoped. Their demeanor came across as somewhat unfriendly, which detracted from the welcoming atmosphere that I had anticipated. One specific instance that stood out was when I asked a server for a replacement of the rice portion with tabulee on the menu, and they seemed disinterested in assisting me and I got a could shoulder that they cant make any changes and instead of rice they can give me a regular salad. This lack of attentiveness made me feel somewhat ignored as a customer. Overall, while I enjoyed the food and the atmosphere of the restaurant, the slow service and unfriendly staff behavior were disappointing aspects of my visit. Also, my party and I selected a table, only to be informed by a member of your staff that it was reserved. However, throughout our meal, no one arrived to claim the table, and it remained unoccupied. This situation left us feeling somewhat perplexed and inconvenienced, as it seemed that the table was not genuinely reserved. As a customer, I value transparency and efficiency in the reservation process. While I understand that mistakes can happen, I believe that clear communication and accurate management of reservations are essential to providing a positive dining experience. I believe that addressing these issues could greatly enhance the overall dining experience for your patrons.

Tried this place for the first time. Isabel was excellent in recommending the food with phenomenal services. Would totally come back again.

I almost got lost by insisting on going to Aleppo's Kitchen's old address until my phone insisted on sending me to the correct address. Aleppo's Kitchen has been in business for many year but I've not been able to visit in the past few years. This relatively new location is convenient, with ample parking, great dining space with an updated menu of the same delicious food their kitchen has shared over the years. Haddi, the manager, was very gracious and seated us promptly. Our server Val, was prompt, efficient and attentive, managing her way around the busy dinner service. The food was delicious, fresh and filling, at quite reasonable prices. We ordered mutabal with pita, lamb khabsa with rice & almonds, and spicy chicken panini. Dinner was great, with leftovers to take home. Aleppo's Kitchen remains among my favorite dining spots, with its gracious service, delicious, fresh food and great value for their offerings! Thank you to all the staff for a great service in a busy Christmas dinner rush.

Upon walking in we were greeted by a sweet host who brought us to our table right away. The lunch menu has a little something for everyone and was reasonably priced. I ordered the chicken shawarma and it came with yummy crispy fries, garlic sauce, and ketchup my hubby had a chicken bowl and he loved it. It was half rice, half salad with pita bread, tatziki sauce. The bowl was large enough for leftovers. I ate my whole wrap cause it was that yummy! Our server was super sweet and provided great service. Thanks Isabelle! Overall I would definitely come back.

This place is incredible. The food and service is great. Isabell always does a wonderful job. We had a big group today and she was so attentive and helpful. The food came out quickly and it was all delicious.

We actually had a doc appt in the building just across the street so we came here and I'm so glad we did! If you like Mediterranean food you will love this place! It's a quaint place. The food is delicious. We got the hummus with warm pita super good! The bowl and Gyro was just as delicious! And yes they said the fried were crispy well YES they were! Some of the best fries I've had in a while. You will not be disappointed coming to Aleppo's Kitchen. I would have given a 5 star but I think they may be a lil short handed in staff, the male was very friendly and smiled. All in all I will definitely visit this establishment again!

Sadly, will never return. Each lentil soup (small) is $9. That means is was $63 for each of us to have a tiny lentil soup. Our party was 4 adults and 3 small children. We only ordered 4 entrees and the bill was 360. Salad is not included with meals. Each person can only have 1 bread until you get charged ***edited to add that they didn't even give us any bread as they state on the menu, they charged us for all of the bread that was given***. The ambiance wasn't even worth it with wobbling tables and chipped plates/bowls. The Kunafa is so sweet. My daughter couldn't eat the rice because whatever they sprinkled on it was spicy. You're better off going to little Arabia and getting 3x the food that's as good or better.

I had the pleasure of being served by Isabelle today, and I just had to write a review! From the moment we sat down, she greeted us with a warm smile and made us feel so welcome. Throughout the meal, she was attentive without being overbearing, and she anticipated our needs before we even had to ask. She gave great recommendations, was super friendly, and really made our dining experience special. The service was top-notch--Isabelle truly went above and beyond. If you're lucky enough to have her as your server, you're in for a treat! Thanks again, Isabelle, for making our meal so memorable!