Cobani Gyro & Kebab

I recently went to Cobani for lunch with some friends. We had high expectations due to the ratings, but unfortunately they were not met. The food was very average for the prices we paid, and we'd recommend going elsewhere for Mediterranean food. The other aspects of Cobani are fine. The decor is cozy & well-done. The service was friendly enough and the food took the expected amount of time to get ready. But now we get to the food itself, and this is where it mostly went wrong: - The hummus was not good enough to be worth nearly $10. - The Lamb & Beef Gyros Wrap was a sufficient portion for the price, but the meat was not seasoned well enough. The other wrap fillings were average. - The other kebab plates were similarly mediocre, and they are less worthwhile given the quantity of food. The only well-received dishes (in terms of taste) were the beyti and lamb shank. But I'd expect better from the "bread & butter" of any Mediterranean restaurant. Overall, maybe it was a bad day for Cobani, but I don't see much reason to return. Even on the Peninsula, there are more trustworthy & reliable spots for gyros & kebabs.

Great Mediterranean food, everything was fresh and super flavorful. The falafel was the perfect texture and the beef kebab is tender and flavorful. I also appreciated the two tvs playing sports in the dining area. Seating area isn't huge, and the place is popular so come early to make sure you get a spot. We'll definitely be back to try the other options on the menu!

Outstanding lamb shank and an excellent appetizer combo plate. Every bite was flavorful and well executed. Highly recommended.👍🏼

Food was so gooood! Rice was seasoned and was such a pleasant surprise. Good portions and served on cute wood boards with great presentation. The salad was well flavored and hummus and pita bread with the plate was delicious. They also had a Turkish beer we usually do not see in the U.S. and were so happy to have found! Bomonti What a great find! Highly recommend!!

I need to talk about the falafel situation at Cobani. Listen, I've had falafel before. I thought I knew what falafel was. Turns out I've been living a LIE. These golden orbs of chickpea perfection have fundamentally changed my understanding of what's possible in this world. Crispy on the outside? Check. Fluffy on the inside? Double check. The kind of herbaceous flavor that makes you close your eyes and question every life decision that led you to NOT eating this falafel sooner? TRIPLE CHECK. I'm not saying this falafel cured my existential dread, but I'm also not NOT saying that. I've already been back three times this week. My wallet is crying but my taste buds are throwing a party. If you're in San Mateo and you don't stop by Cobani for this falafel, are you even really living? Asking for a friend (me, I'm the friend). 10/10 would marry this falafel if it were legal.

Cozy Mediterranean restaurant located on 25th Avenue in San Mateo. The airy interior is decorated with bright colors, which makes it easy to enjoy the delicious beef gyro or the chick gyro plate. Rice is well-seasoned and cooked perfectly. Friendly and helpful staff. Plenty of free street parking.

Tried the chicken kebab plate and loved it. Super flavorful, tender chicken and great portions. One of the best chicken kebabs I’ve had. Highly recommend!

We ordered the Chicken Gyro Wrap, Chicken Kebab Plate, Babaganoush, and Chicken Kebab with Baklava for dessert. If you haven't been to this place before, it’s a decent-sized, clean establishment with a few tables on the sidewalk. You order your food at the counter, and it is brought to your table when ready. Our order arrived quickly, though I must point out that the place not very busy at that time. The food was amazing—finger-licking good and generously portioned. Both the wrap and the kebab plate came with a fresh, crunchy salad. For the price, the food was worth it. Although I am not a resident of California and found it a bit expensive, it may not seem so to locals. Regardless, if you enjoy Mediterranean food, you should definitely check this place out. We loved it and highly recommend it.

I visited Cobani Gyro & Kebab and had the chicken kebab plate .it was absolutely delicious. The chicken was juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, and the portion was generous. The service was friendly and attentive, and the staff made us feel welcomed throughout the meal. The atmosphere was cozy and comfortable, with a pleasant vibe that made the whole experience really enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Came here on a Friday night and it wasn't too busy. You order at the counter, get seated with a number and they'll bring the food to you. Water is self-served at the front. The place is welcoming and the staff are nice! We ordered: - combo gyro plate: The combo plate came with chicken, lamb and beef, salad, rice, hummus and yogurt dip. The chicken was flavorful and not dry at all while the beef and lamb were so flavorful. The salad was fresh and rice moist. The hummus was a great addition too! - lamb and beef gyro salad: comes with salad, lamb and beef with salad dressing and yogurt dip. Portions are huge, so filling and worth the price point. The ingredients were all so fresh and the yogurt dip was delicious. The side of pita bread was so soft and fresh. Def recommend this place and will be back!

Cross the water lounge spa place, great quality fast Mediterranean food here. Inside it makes you feel homey. The paints on the wall, the fake flower decorations around. It is neat and clean. Walk in and order food, then you can seat yourself anywhere you prefer. It does not have fancy service, but convenient enough to serve yourself. The food tastes fresh and great seasoning, also the French fries are very well made, kids have it thumbs up. Recommended for fast stop Mediterranean food if you don't care about too much service.

Cobani has been on my list of Mediterranean places to try since it's so close to me and I've heard many good things so when my dad said he was craving lamb kebab I knew this was the perfect chance to check it out. My go-to is always a salad with added protein and the chicken gyro was calling to me. Portion was generous and just the right amount of filling where I wasn't stuffed but I also wasn't feeling skimped. Chicken was a tad dry but I personally like when I get little charred edges so it wasn't a major issue. I ended up stealing hummus off my dad's lamb shish kebab plate to act as a dressing and it all tasted yummy! His lamb was also just a bit dry but still tender and had nice flavor from the grill. We especially liked that the rice was flavored, it tasted reminiscent of hainan chicken rice. Overall the taste of everything was on point and the staff were super friendly. On a Thursday evening there were plenty of tables open and it wasn't too loud or too quiet for a nice dinner while chatting. I'd come back to try some other menu items -- there were a few appetizer options that sounded intriguing.

Very good Lots of flavor Great presentation A little hot inside the restaurant but over all good spot

One of my favorites, but today was a miss. I ordered wrong and came at the wrong time if day. My go to is sharing the mixed grill, which gives you flavorful fresh bites of most of the proteins served with their superior hummus, rice, a salad, served on a wooden cutting board. Today I had a craving for french fries and on Yelp, their fries looked amazing. I love thicker cut, greek french fries: i thought their combo wrap and fries would be as good as the platters that I usually order. It was 4:30 pm- before dinner rush and what I was not expecting was dried leftover bits of chicken and beef and lamb. Today the fries were perfectly fresh and hot, but terribly over salted, The salad was wilted and overdressed . They no longer offer the amazing Turkish tea. Service was fine and even at the odd hour, this place can be busy. Stick to the platters, Come at lunch or dinner time and ask for your fries to be salted sparingly and you cannot go wrong. Sorry Cobani, this was a two star meal, but rounding up because I have lots of four and a couple of five star experiences.

Food was so gooood! Rice was seasoned and was such a pleasant surprise. Good portions and served on cute wood boards with great presentation. The salad was well flavored and hummus and pita bread with the plate was delicious. They also had a Turkish beer we usually do not see in the U.S. and were so happy to have found! Bomonti Service was so friendly and patient with all my questions haha! What a great find! Highly recommend!!

A total hidden gem of a place for mediterranean food. Simple, good tasting food. It's a fast, casual place--no table service. Order and pick up at the counter. I had the lamb/beef gyro platter and a side of falafel. The falafel was delicious & moist. The pita bread was soft & warm--I couldn't get enough. This was my first time visiting and I was not disappointed. I will definitely be returning.

Best portion size Ordered combo plate. The portions at my previous go-to Mediterranean spot have been getting smaller and smaller while the prices have gone the other direction so we gave this spot a try and the sides were just as good in terms of flavor and the meat portions were much better. The only thing is they don't have the pickled yellow pepper.

Food was really good. Meat was tender. Hummus tastes fresh and pita bread was good as well. Will probably come back here again.

We stumbled across Cobani while searching for a nearby dinner spot in San Mateo -- funny enough, it came recommended by an eavesdropping stranger so we knew we had to give it a try. We arrived as a walk-in group of five, and the place wasn't busy. Reservations are available, but it seems to be more of a walk-in-style restaurant where you order at the counter before finding a table with your order number. A friend and I shared the mixed grill plate, and we also got garlic fries for the table. The portion size was perfect for the two of us, and I loved that we could try a variety of their meats -- my personal favorites were the lamb and chicken! The garlic fries were just okay though, and they barely had any garlic, so I'd skip them next time. Overall, it's a solid spot for Mediterranean and Turkish food. Street parking was plentiful, and I'd definitely come back.

This has been one of our favorite neighborhood restaurants. Nothing fancy, just good food in a relaxed, clean, and pay as you order place. Sam, the manager was very pleasant and helpful. He encouraged us to try some beer from Turkey which went well with our dinner. We started with a generous portion of garlic fries which is freshly made, not oily at all, and served with catsup and yogurt dip. The Mixed Grill plate is for sharing. A generous portion of lamb, beef and chicken with a delicious serving of garlic rice, hummus, salad, and pita bread. We tried their Salmon Salad which was freshly made with fresh spinach, arugula, red onion, grape tomatoes, pickles, corn, and house dressing. The salmon was fresh and the dressing/sauces perfectly complemented this dish. This was also good for sharing. We ended our delicious dinner with their freshly made Baklava and hot tea. They actually added some floral decorations to brighten the interior. Certainly a good place to get quality Mediterranean and Turkish food in San Mateo.

Today as Nov. 15, I eat my lunch at Cobani Gyro & Kebab. I taste good and quality food, and service was so good, the food manager himself was the one who served as and his name is Sam, try to taste their food and enjoy their meal! Thank you. Sam for good food and quality service! More power to your restaurant!

Wow! The food was amazing! One of the best Mediterranean places I've ever tried! Everything had some much flavor, especially the hummus; just wow! Steak cooked to perfection Service was phenomenal and fast. Place was clean and very nicely decorated. Floral/vine vibes all over which is refreshing. It was an amazing meal, thank you! I added an extra grilled tomato but usually only comes with 1.

Great find! Ordered the Lamb shish kabob plate and really enjoyed it. Generous portion! Perfectly cooked juicy lamb and great sides. Loved the salad dressing, perfectly seasoned. Will definitely stop by again.

Delicious! The gyros are pretty big. My partner thought I ordered him a burrito, so definitely sharing size if you want. The chicken kebab was so flavorable and the rice-- amazing!

I love Mediterranean cuisine. Cute little restaurant off the main boulevard El Camino Real. Cobani has some high rankings. I've been able to try them twice now and their food is generously portioned and cooked well. I have a few Mediterranean restaurant favs in Redwood City, which I'm still very fond of, but Cobani is a close runner up. I ordered the Mixed Grill again and it's very filling with plenty for leftovers. The meats are juicy seasoned with spices. The chicken kebab is very juicy and full of Mediterranean flavors. The beef kebab and Kofke were tough. I love their rice! Side salad has a mustard vinegar dressing, which is nice to cool the light spices from the meats and chili oil on the hummus. And you also get a big fluffy pita to dip into the silky hummus. They have a menu of all traditional Mediterranean favorites, give them a try!

Such great food, generous servings. Love this place! You can always walk in and usually there's no line. The food is fresh and the cabbage is pickled.

Great servıce nıce food good for quıck meal wıll be back agaın to raste another dıshes

Came here for lunch during the week and it seemed the line followed us in. While we were lucky and walked in with no line, quickly a line formed behind us and the place got crowded. Food still came out fast, it was delicious and of course was satisfying. Place looked fine and was clean Would come back again

First time trying out this place and the food is good and solid. Their salad dressing is amazing and there was a decent sized salad portion which came with the spanokopita which was a nice surprise. The lamb and beef gyro as enjoyed but the chicken on their kebab was bit dry, we definitely would be back though to try other items!

We really enjoyed our experience at Cobani! Generous portions -- the mix grill was definitely enough to share with 2 people. Each of the meats was cooked well -- tender, flavorful, and not dry at all! I loved how the mixed grill came on a wooden cutting board, it made the dish look very aesthetically pleasing and full. Quick service -- I like the casual setting of ordering at the counter and self-serve water. The food came out promptly, but not too quickly, so we knew it was being cooked fresh! The Greek salad was also fresh! I liked the option to have the dressings on the side, and loved both the balsamic and tahini sauces. One area where this place could improve is the pita bread, which did not really stand out/was pretty standard. Would love to come back here if we are in the area!

Price rose 50% on average in 5 years is too much. My favorite place for lamb shank down the street (with better ambiance and seating) is almost the same price as 5 years ago, and lamb shank here is 50% more expensive (no kidding).

Good mix of Greek, Turkish, Middle Eastern food. Clean, friendly, fast. Food tastes homemade. Great neighborhood gem!

Today (June 7, 2025) we had a said plate and a mousaka plate,. A Turkish coffee. and a Turkish beer. All we're excellent This service was exceptional. It's an authentic taste of Turkey. We will return soon and often. Please note that parking is dicey.

Great food and easy service; did a couple of to go pick ups! I just called the number and paid inside which was easy and there is lots of parking! I always get the mixed grill plate!

Sam is the best! The food here is absolutely delicious, and the hospitality is perfect. Every visit feels so welcoming and comfortable. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and even better service!

I have been coming for over five years and I can truly attest that the food is delicious. I live in San Francisco and there isn't anything compared to Cobani. Sam and the other staff are very friendly and are attentive to customers' needs all the time. The kitchen staff are always smiling. Thank you for making my food so great all the time! I recommend the Shish Kabab platter. The chicken is tender and the tzatziki yogurt complements deliciously. Their baklava and teas are yummy!

Large portion with great taste! The restaurant itself is not very big but it's always nice to dine in and enjoy the wonderful meal. I also tried to-go and all food items were boxed separately to avoid them being mixed up with each other. All the meat items were super tender and juicy. You could never go wrong with anything here. If you're having a hard time to decide what to order, the combo platter would be the perfect one for you (or to share!)

Delicious Turkish food. The lamb shank is tender, fall off the bone and delicious. The prices are unbeatable for the Bay Area.

always consistent and deelish! I love how we can always can't on our journey across the bridge to eat here nourishing and worth it! Customer service is always friendly and efficient as the food comes out plated, hot and fast! The crowds who visit are diverse and you witness everyone enjoying the food here! We leave with happy hearts and tummies every time for years! Yes, the prices do eventually have to increase with inflations but the portions are always big enough for leftovers and the food is always made with love! We will drive all the way from Dublin for the experience now that speaks volume!

This place is awesome! I got two combo plates and garlic fries to go and it taste so good. I especially love the hummus and the rice, and the gyros and chicken was well marinated. However, the waiting time was a little long even on a Thursday night. But would definitely come again! 10/10 - food!!!

Came here hungry after a strenuous hiking for dinner. It was delicious!! And we ended up eating too much here and being super stuffed... hahaha! I think they don't mind using high quality and fresh ingredients in their dishes. Plentiful herbs and olive oil. Big plus. Baba ghanoush was a Tahiti with eggplants and smoky paprika drizzled with plenty of olive oil and spices. It was very rich and appetizing. They gave us one more bowl of pita bread as we finished them so quickly. So nice of them. This was probably our favorite. Beyti was kinda of an adventurous choice for us since it looked very unique. Turned out it was worth trying. With yogurt based sauce and seasoned buttery rice, bread wrapped minced lamb was full of flavors. Grilled jalapeños was super spicy, so be careful. Greek salad was also nice, fresh, and crunch. A lot more flavors compared to regular Greek salad you'd expect from other places. Feta cheese and olive pickles add a great flavor. Generous portion and olive oil sauce. Lastly, we tried kunefe our of curiosity as it was a dessert with cheese. The taste was great. Mozzarella-ish cheese in the middle, crispy pistachio/coconut phyllo, and buttery syrup on top on a hot plate. I would still personally prefer Baklava because I like it crispy and not too heavy (cheese fat) as a dessert. But it was more of a cultural experience. I found this place was listed on the Michelin guide (not star). I'm glad we filled our hungry belly in this place today.

I tried the lamb plate and it was incredible! Highly recommend--best Mediterranean food I've had!

Very impressed with this restaurant to say the least. Meat dishes were very flavorful, cooked to perfection and portion sizes were huge. We came in with a group of 5, so we were able to try a few different dishes. The Mixed grill plate is definitely a good dish to split with someone due to its size. Most dishes come with a side salad, some rice, choice of meat/veggies, hummus and a yogurt sauce which was probably tzatziki. There isn't too much seating inside and the service was pretty fast. Prices are slightly on the higher side, but will definitely be coming back to try other items on their menu like the wraps.

The food here is pretty superb! We came here on a Saturday night after a nice hike not too far away and we came out super full but very satisfied. The baba ghanoush was a great starter with pita bread. Creamy, savory, and also a little smokey. Afterwards, we were served the beyti which we chose not knowing much about it but definitely paid off. The minced lamb had great flavor and the sauce was buttery and creamy. For our veggies, the Greek salad was crispy with a nice tang. Lastly we finished with the kunefe which was crispy with slight cheesiness and not overly sweet. The restaurant itself is not very big but I was surprised that it was not very packed. Staff was friendly! Would come here again!

One of my favorite go-to places for weekday dinner. Large portion with good price. The shish gyro plate literally has all you need. The meat is always super juicy.

We usually order from this place for pickup. This was another time when we ordered Adana and Kofte. The kababs was pretty delicious (i.e 吃好). Loved it. We also ordered Beyti as an appetizer for the first time. It was small pieces of kabab wrapped in bread. Very very delicious However, the food was not really packed for transit. As soon as I tapped on break, it was all mixed up, hence the 4 stars. I will order again and again. These guys are good

This place has gone downhill in the last few years. Their portion sizes have shrank, prices have gone up, and the quality of the food has suffered. My favorite dish was the combo gyro plate and the beef/lamb gyro is now inedible. It's a real shame, I've been coming here for years but this is the last time I'll be visiting cobani.

The food is freshly made, excellent texture and seasoning. The Shwarma was perfect - shaved thin. The grilled meat was moist and tender. We loved the Babaghanoush, Houmous and salad -- everything was delicious.

A Taste of Turkey -- Right Here! A very cozy and atmospheric place with beautiful wall murals -- it truly feels like you're in a small seaside town in Turkey. We ordered the appetizer combo, as well as the shish kebab and Adana, and everything was absolutely delicious! The meat was tender, flavorful, and perfectly grilled. The presentation was lovely -- served with fresh salad, rice, grilled vegetables, and tasty sauces. Every detail was spot-on, from the seasoning to the freshness of the ingredients. The service was great -- relaxed but attentive. The decor, with flowers and warm lighting, adds to the overall experience. Definitely recommend this spot to anyone who wants to enjoy authentic Turkish flavors without leaving the city.

Thanks to yelpers and their honest reviews...I was looking for take away for the hubs at home. We discovered Cobani Gyrl & Kebab! A cute shop in an older part of San Mateo. Staff was friendly and took my order. I ordered mixed grill plate, dulma, and baklava - a little over 45 bucks w/ tip. Brought it home and husband enjoyed. Stated the dolma freshly made and grilled plate nicely seasoned and well cooked, not tough. We may check them out another time and dine in if we're ever back in the neighborhood. efcharistó!

After a long day at work And lots of meetings, I found this amazing kebab place and I will strongly recommend you to come and try it. The taste the flavor it's so authentic I found this place by accident after many years of being in the area and it's just so great. taste of food and flavor from the Mediterranean. Turkish. Sam the waiter is just amazing. Just ask for him when you come here and he will suggest you great dishes. But the taste is the one thing that will bring me back all the time every time now on when I want to try a Mediterranean dish

The food was great every just the rice I got the lamb kabab plate it came it side pita bread, dry filling. Quick service. And it is very homey there makes you feel like it's your aunt or grandmas house.

Both food and service are good. Ordered Lamb Shish Kebab Plate. Lamb tender and tasty. Will definitely come back.

DO NOT order to go. Ordered a lamb/beef wrap today to go. I didn't do any special adjustments. There are maybe 3 skinny slices of meat, no sauce and mostly bland lettuce with a chunk of cucumber and bland watery tomato. Spending so much for this feels terrible. Not worth the cost, or trouble. Plus, to open the wrap and have it falling apart is just..wrong. You're better off going to a chain like nick the Greek if this is the type of quality they are willing to give for the cost. I'll never order again..not worth it at all.

This is my favorite Greek restaurant on the Peninsula, and I've been a regular customer for years! Their chicken kebab plate is delicious, and I highly recommend it. I've also used them for catering, and the food received many compliments. I will definitely continue to visit whenever I crave Greek food.

Food and service always excellent! I particularly love the İskender because it's very similar to that of Bursa. Staff is always very welcoming and food is delicious.

Must Try! Lamb shank was cooked perfectly. Fell of the bone a flavor was great. The chicken gyro wrap as well was great. I loved they add the sauce and the wrap was not dry moist chicken bursting worth flavor. We tried the hummas and had to order another round of pita bread it was great food wonderful service and a cozy ambiance