Kareem's Mediterranean - Anaheim

So good! Mediterranean food is one of my favorites! This place is above average. Kitchen seems a little small, but they crank out some really tasty food. Ordered a simple bowl with chicken and hummus. Came with rice and some fresh greens . Flat out delicious! The atmosphere is nice, it was about 80 degrees today , their patio seating was perfect. They have some water misters going. Very nice. I’ll be back plenty.

My favorite spot in this area! Exceptional quality food and the employees are so nice and accommodating. The vibes are relaxing and inviting, a wonderful restaurant to take family or meet up with friends. Highly recommend ordering a bunch of items to share family-style so you can try more of their delicious offerings. Everything is top notch. It’s perfect for vegans and vegetarians. We forgot to order some chicken and in the end totally filled up on the hummus, pita, falafel, yogurt dip, potatoes and vegetables. I was full for the rest of the day! My husband always opts for meat and was shocked at how full he got. Definitely wish I lived closer so I could visit more often. They sell their own branded falafel that you can take home to enjoy!

Really fantastic Falafel, chicken was tasty and not dry. Salad and hummus also fresh and delicious. Would definitely recommend if you like great Mediterranean food.

I normally try to visit new places because I like to expand what I'm experiencing. But I kept being wishy washy on what I wanted to eat, so after visiting a place that was more takeout than sit down, I randomly decided to go Mediterranean. Imagine my surprise when I drove up and realized I'd been here before. Fortunately, last time I really enjoyed the meal so I had no hesitation to eat here again. I was craving a salad and man, it didn't disappoint! A hefty bowl of romaine topped with a very generous serving of very flavorful chopped chicken, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and pickled onions I believe. Fresh, warm pita capped it off with a pungent, tangy garlic spread. The garden setting is very pleasant and the music is fresh too. Very enjoyable experience overall. Highly recommend.

I have ordered vege burger with sweet potato chips. Perfect balance of crispy falafel insert, salad and souce. Nice service and outdoor tables. Rich Turkish coffee.

The chicken tender plate is AMAZING, the hummus, the vegetables, all absolutely awesome. The service is very friendly and the patio is very relaxing as its closed in away from the parking lot.

Probably the best find we had this week. This place had a good amount of outside seating, but what was great was the service and the food. I would always come back for the falafel. The table pita with your choice of hummus was a great addition to the experience. Our server was so friendly when we asked for a little side of tomatoes for our baby. Definitely recommended to everyone and thinking about visiting again before an Angels game.

Their food is really good their chicken is juicy not dry their tabouli better than many places I tried their garlic sauce very good loved their falafel it's crunchy as I like it and not squishy on the inside cooked well all around tgeur bread is warm fresh so good aswell .....really loved the outside seating made me feel like back home in Lebanon I went with the family everyone loved the food I also bought a bag of their frozen falafel that they sell honestly didn't expect that but really really enjoyed the whole experience very close to back home thank you keep up the Amazing work God bless

I was craving Mediterranean food and this restaurant definitely hit the spot for me. It wasn't exactly on my way home but it wasn't too bad out of the way and it was completely worth it. The parking lot is a little busy but I was able to find a spot. You are also able to order online and they do have a designated spot for pick up and a couple of spots reserved for their customers. The gentleman and staff who prepared and took my order were very nice. I was so hungry and was worried that i should have ordered ahead but the wait was not long. I ordered a chicken and kufta plate. You are able to choose sides so I got both with salad and one with hummus and one with rice. Both meats were tender and delicious. The real MVP was the garlic sauce that the plates come with. It was a complete GARLIC bomb but I loved it so much- beware to those who may not be a fan of strong garlic. Also - fried pita croutons? YUM! I wish i had a bag of them. The restaurant itself appeared clean and smelled great. There is indoor seating but primarily outdoor. Can't wait to come back!

We went there today because we felt like eating their delicious food. (Yes we had been here many times before) However, almost an hour after we placed an order, still nothing was brought to our table. Finally my husband decided to ask them what's going on, and figured out our order had been ready, packed in the containers as to go and sitting on the counter (we couldn't see) for, let's say 40 to 50 minutes? Because usually they would bring food in about 10 minutes or less? We told them we had ordered to eat in there (we even had the number given to us on the table for them to see!) They apologized and gave us the food. However, do you think you can NOT tell the difference between something freshly cooked and served and something cooked 50 minutes ago and forgotten and was sitting on the kitchen counter for that long? I was looking forward to "freshly cooked" meal, wasn't I? We ate because that's what was served to us, but was not even satisfied for the quality anymore especially when you have to watch the group of people who came in much later than us, got really good looking freshly cooked delicious looking food right next to your table. Usually we loved their food here and that's why we drove 30 minutes from the north OC to come here but oh well, it was very disappointing today. I felt like saying "Hey, wanna microwave the meat and falafels quick coz they are...you know, cold" but decided not. Honestly if I were the manager, I would have given the 50 minute old food to an employee or someone and cook a fresh new one instead for the customer who was patiently waiting for 50 minutes thinking. Actually we recently discovered a new restaurant which serves similar type of food in our local area (north Orange county) and we loved their food and service so much... I was thinking of that place. Maybe next time we can go there instead of driving 30 minutes to come down here. That would even support a local business too, haha. Anyway, the moral of the story is.... when you order to eat in, and if the food was not served for about 10 minutes, you'd better check on them by asking instead of waiting for almost an hour like we did stupidly. Otherwise you would have to experience the same as what we did. Hi

A FALAFEL LEGEND!! Kareem's Restaurant has been serving the greatest falafel for over two decades. They were one of the first to serve Orange County's Middle Eastern community. Kareem's Falafel is Non-GMO, 100% Vegan & Gluten Free! They have one the best falafels I have ever had! You can grab a bag of their frozen falafels at the restaurant or at certain grocery stores. The outdoor seating area has a charming garden. So,it's the perfect spot for a relaxing meal!! The Iced Arabic Coffee has cinnamon and cardamom in it. Love it!! The food is authentic, fresh and vibrant! The Hummus Steak Nuts is my new favorite way to have hummus; with pan-seared almonds and steak!! The texture along with the creamy hummus makes this a winner!! The Combo Grill comes with Steak, Kufta and Chicken, which is a great way to try all three. Shareable for 2 people. The rice is really flavorful!! It's my new favorite restaurant in Anaheim! A true HIDDEN GEM!

Kareem's is a gem conveniently located just a short drive away from Disneyland. I recently satisfied my craving with their takeout, and I must say, it was a delightful experience. First off, the ambiance is great with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. The outdoor patio has a charming setup and blooming flowers--a perfect spot for a relaxed meal. I ordered the Catch Feelings Wrap, and it did not disappoint. Packed with hummus, pita croutons, feta, pickled onions, green onions, lettuce, tomato, garlic sauce, and chipotle sauce, all wrapped up in a spinach wrap. Every bite had the perfect ratio of veggies, chicken, and sauce. The chicken was incredibly flavorful, and I appreciated that they didn't skimp on the protein--something that can be rare these days. This has become one of my new favorite wraps. Whether you're a local or visiting Disneyland, Kareem's is a must-try if you're in the mood for Mediterranean food. With its close proximity to the park and delicious offerings, I'll definitely be returning to try more from their menu. Overall, Kareem's exceeded my expectations with their quality food, pleasant atmosphere, and convenient location. Will for sure be coming back!

Good option for a healthy falafel bowl. Ingredients were fresh and the bowl- a mix of rice and greens- was filling. Not sure the small sprinkle of feta is worth the $2 up charge and the cucumber yogurt sauce is a small container for $2.95, but it's tasty. Might order extra pickles next time instead. Side of baba ganoush was very good. Food came with two pitas, both ok.

I craved for some Shakshuka and found this restaurant. I arrived at the place and was very impressed! There's a little garden outside that turns out to be the main dining area -- the inside of the restaurant only has three tables. I stayed inside because the outdoor was packed, but I can see that the garden area is a very relaxing place for breakfast and brunch. They made their shakshuka differently (scrambled, not poached like the usual) but it was still delicious. I loved the bhaklava too. This place is a must try if you love Mediterranean food.

Yum!! There wasn't a wait, easy parking, cute patio seating. Service is an order at the counter then seat self type of vibe. Food was super yummy and quick to come out. Got the combo grill plate with baba ganoush and salad. Also tried the hummus, fries, cucumber yogurt. All of which were good! The chicken was tender and juicy, kufta was yummy and steak delicious. Want to come back and try the falafel and wraps/bowls

Serving up their delicious falafel for almost 30 years (since 1996) just down the street from the happiest place on earth in OC's Little Arabia neighborhood. This family owned/operated restaurant is considered a staple and it seems like their falafel specifically is being made more available around town. This space isn't large - a walk up order window, about 3-4 tables inside and some seating outside in a small patio area. The vibe feels like a warm family neighborhood spot and the service is somewhat casual. Not a full service restaurant, but not just a take out/ fast food/ fast casual spot either. I felt like I had to order something with the falafel. Falafel is one of those foods that I try as much as I can to see why some people swear by it. I have to say, it was super delicious here. I ordered a wrap. The falafel had a nice crispy outside. On the inside, it was soft, but still grainy (good texture) and lots of flavor. I'm definitely a fan. I also got the lentil soup which I also enjoyed very much. If you are looking for delicious, fresh middle eastern food with reasonable prices, this place is a must. Parking was easy because there is a pretty sizeable lot.

I like this little family run restaurant. They have charm. They have class. The kitchen is clean. They have automated processes that are effective and easy to use. There is ice water with cucumbers and lemon for you to help yourself to while waiting to order or pick up. Outdoor seating noted but unexplored. I saw people having meals in the dappled sunshine. I ordered baba ghanoush and the cilantro hummus for hors d'oeuvres. The cilantro hummus has a spicy base. I cut up cucumber, a tomato fresh from the vine, along with some Kalamata. Drizzled it with olive oil and sprinkled with sumac. (I meant to add feta cheese dog gone it, I will add it to the leftovers). Absolutely delicious. They provided two thick, soft pitas, napkins and two spoons. I have to admit being disappointed in the baba ghanoush. I prefer mine roasted (which elevates the aroma and flavor with that lovely smoky flavor and it adds a little char to the mix). This was wetter and more of a purée than my preference. Because it was so different than what I'm accustomed to. (I also like cumin in mine). I'm assuming this is a different baba ghanoush interpretation. It's like the difference between my mom's meatloaf and your mom's meatloaf so I'm not going to assume that what I like best is what's best. This was just a different type of baba ghanoush. I give it 6/10. There was a large car park, about 80% full at 10:30 in the morning on Saturday. There are many vegan options. I will be returning to have a falafel meal along with my vegan kids.

I was visiting LA last weekend and tried this homely Mediterranean place, credit to my friends. And I am glad they made me try this just before leaving LA, its a gem of a place. In terms of ambience, it is has a cute outdoor seating and few seating indoors as well. We came in at a non-rush hour so the food was ready fairly quickly. Rating all the food: 1. Falafel: honestly, this is fantastic, I have never had fresher and tastier falafel. Just Amazing! 2. Chicken bowl: full, hearty meal of flavored chicken, basmati rice, greens, hummus, pickled onions and some pita chips: so tasty and fresh! the quantity is also very good 3. Fries: Good as well, well seasoned I wish they were in the bay area as well, but until next time, when I am in LA, i will be thinking of their amazing food :)

Falafel Tots!? Yup yall heard right! Never heard of falafel tots before so I had to give it a try, and it did not disappoint! Nice flavor, crunchy yet pillowy texture, and with the saucesss, fire! I also really enjoyed the plates we got (combo grill & plant based fat kid) from the tender and flavorful meats, to the thick spicy hummus, and of course the delicious roasted babaganoush! There were so many flavors going on and it was tasty! Can't forget the homemade baklava cheesecake, never had that before either, it was a nice change to just having one or the other, the texture and sweetness to it was delicious. All in all, definitely recommend! The food was tasty, they have some unique items I haven't seen before, the place was easy to get to, ample parking, cute outdoor seating area, the staff was super friendly, all a win! 4.5/5

This place is perfect! Great prompt customer service. Food was so delicious, perfectly seasoned. Cute small but enough space to sit and eat. Clean, organized. Totally going back to try more menu items. Wait time was approximately 10min.

Food is great. The only reason I gave 3 stars was because the person taking the order was in my opinion a bit rude. They offered free hot or cold tea with the Yelp Check-in and when I tried to get the Karrak tea they said I could not order that one but could only order hot or cold black tea even though both cost the same. The person taking my order also said why I am not just taking whatever they were giving since it's free. I found this a bit rude. Ambience of the place is great and peaceful and we loved sitting there and eating. Three stars only because of the rudeness. Edit: Thank you for your reply. I respectfully disagree with you because of two reasons. One, the restaurant is open till 8 and not 7 30 and I saw at least one customer order after me so your premise that you accommodated me is not based on facts. Two, your Yelp check-in offer did not exclude any particular tea - when I placed the order it simply said hot or cold tea. Now you have deliberately changed the offer to cold tea after I posted this review. Also note that all the teas were priced the same so there was no way for me to know that Karrak tea is more expensive. Therefore, I disagree with your response and reducing the rating to 1 star for being disingenuous in your reply.

Heard about Kareem's because it was featured in Eater's 38 essential restaurants of OC. It was a little tough to find because there isn't clear signage on the building itself, especially during the day. Look for a little white fenced off area, and a green KAREEMCO sign. You order at the window, take a number, and they'll bring your food to your table. There's a little table where you can serve yourself some water. Only one or two tables inside, with a lot more tables in the outside patio -- you probably need to do take out if weather isn't cooperating. Food was delicious. I got the plate with chicken, rice, and hummus. It comes with a side of pickled radish and some peppers. Generous portions -- it was very filling after eating it all (my friend had some left over). You'll also get a garlic sauce cup with your dish! Definitely one of the best Mediterranean meals I've had in a while. Looking forward to coming again!

Still going to Kareem's here and there. Always happy with their food. I wanted to update my review to let folks know that they have a buy one get one deal on Fridays for their falafel wraps. Great deal, and very tasty wrap.

This place is literally a diamond in the ruff gem hidden in a random strip mall! We found this place by chance looking for a lunch spot with a friend. You also know a place is a good when the local police come to eat here. Yeah two cops came to lunch here in front of us lol. The menu looks very normal like your usual Mediterranean place but oh wow the flavors are so good! They have a tiny indoor dining area with like 4 tables and a small outdoor patio area. The must get item is the fried cauliflower: Topped with tahini and caramelized onions in your choice of spicy or none. OH my the flavor on these are mouth watering. The texture is super crispy on the exterior but moist in the middle. The spicy semi sour profile from the tahini and fresh lemon juice and the sweet caramelized onions totally hit the spot. They are super healthy too! The chicken wrap: Mixed greens, tomatoes, pickles, grilled chicken chipotle tahini sauce. Pretty much followed what one of the police officers recommended and ordered too. The chicken is super tender and flavorful with the nice mix of chipotle tahini sauce. A great portable lunch bite indeed. The Grilled chicken plate we got with hummus and fries. It also comes with pita bread on the side. The chicken was i think the same chicken in the wrap so again tender and flavorful. The hummus you can tell is made fresh with that fresh nuttiness of fresh blended chickpeas and well seasoned. The side order is a HUGE order enough for a whole family or to share with the whole table. A great whole in the wall place that we will absolutely be visiting again! The auntie-lady at the counter is super friendly and nice too! They'll come keep checking in on you even outside to see if you need anything. Totally family owned business vibes.

Second time was a lot worse. The falafel wrap was a bit dry, and we complained about the fact that their water tasted like bleach and they pretty much said they didn't agree... the funny thing is that when I brought it up, another customer confirmed my complaint, and the employee still gave me a hard time about it. The situation left a (literally) bad taste in my mouth. I probably won't come back.

Turn off was that they charge for using credit cards. When I asked about it she said it's not her it's the bank! Really?! Luckily I had cash. The food was ok but their portions were fantastic. The steak & chicken were on the dry side. Their sides are definitely the best as far as food goes. Not my favorite around the area but not the worst either.

Around Anaheim, there's many amazing Arabic restaurants. Kareem's is one of the best. The kabobs are amazing. Beef or chicken, no lamb. Amazing! I usually don't like chicken kabobs because they're dried, but not here. It's delicious! The combo comes with two sides. I got the green leaves and salad. I love the grilled onions and tomatoes. The sirloin steak was juicy and flavorful. The pita bread was warm and fresh. I love this restaurant. For Thinsulin fans, there's plenty of green light options. I highly recommend this restaurant, either as a takeout or dine in.

Some really good food. I tried their Grilled Chicken Salad GCS and it was delicious. Topped with fried pita crisps, that is the best part of the salad. The chicken is tender and flavorful. It is a generous portion for the price. The PITA is huge and so good. I recommend this spot for some quality Mediterranean salad. Note, calling during peak times may take a bit as I was left on hold for a while.

The most amazing food! Tried this spot after searching for a Mediterranean restaurant in the area and what a gem! The pita was hot and fresh, the meats were flavorful and juicy and the cilantro hummus is my new fave! 10/10

This place has great food and wonderful customer service.i cannot wait to take my family here. Need to have DDD visit.

It was my first time here. I saw Kareem's Falafel on IG. It looked good, so I made the drive out. I wish there was more lettuce because there was barely any in the wrap. The IG pics are deceiving. The wrap looks better in pics. The chicken does tastes very good tho. It was juicy, hot, and very fresh. I ordered a side fatoush salad, but they gave me the wrong dressing. Their lettuce is very fresh which I enjoyed, but the lemony olive oil dressing is what makes the salad!! So I was disappointed in that mistake. There is one note I wanted to make. I am upset with the credit card transaction fee. The older woman who took my order was nice, but she asked if I was paying with card and I said Apple Pay. Then she quickly added a credit card fee before I paid. I thought spending over $20 would void the credit card fee like most establishments. Did she just charge me this fee and not other customers??? There were no signs at the register about card fees and no other reviews mentioned this as a heads up to bring cash to avoid an extra charge. I would understand if they had a minimum transaction of less than $10, but they should have a sign for customers to see at the register if they charge this credit card fee every single time, no matter the minimum

Easy to see the vegan options, falafel burger is very original and very good! Very cute spot to eat at with friends I've been coming here for a long time it's always very good

Delicious Middle Eastern food. My family loves to come here and meet as half of us are in Los Angeles and the other half in San Diego.

The food was amazing. I especially liked how juicy the grilled chicken was, and I loved the tahini sauce with it alongside the salad. The service was great, the server was a sweet old lady who kept on checking on us which I really appreciated. We sat outside and the ambience was quite pleasant in the sunny LA evening. Would definitely go again.

Thank you for letting us try the world famous falafel! One of the best falafel I've had -- bright green on the inside with a perfect crunch. Cute cute perfect for hangs or date environment, and I loved the chicken with the hummus and baba ghanoush. solid spot ,, i fala-fel for it !

We had the best lunch. My wife is vegan and we both found things that we not only liked, but loved! I had the Mom's Garlic chicken wrap. My wife had the 96' Falafel wrap, and we split a babaganoush and an Arabic iced coffee. Everything was so authentic. The garlic sauce was GARLIC sauce. Like wow! In your face MF garlic sauce! Wooh! Which we love because we love garlic. Weak ass garlic sauce has no place in Mediterranean restaurants. The babaganoush was the perfect texture and packed with smoke-y deliciousness. I want to come back and try everything on the menu. I am eyeballing the fries with feta and some of the tea with mint.

Food was immaculate! Catch Feelings Chicken Wrap: 5/5 - every bite had the perfect ratio of each ingredients - the chipotle sauce, and the garlic sauce complimented the wrap really well Chicken Plate (with Rice, and Cilantro Lime Hummus): 5/5 - chicken was juicy, tender, and smoky - cilantro lime hummus was absolutely delicious! Overall, great flavors and generous portions. Customer service was wonderful as well; shout-out to Mama K - she's such a kind lady. It's no wonder they've been around for so long (almost 3 decades). Can't wait to come back!

Incredibly delicious like eating at my grandma's house in Jerusalem!!!! Quality above and beyond

Kareem's is good. I stopped in here on the way home from work. Wasn't crowded at all and was able to order right away. I got the steak plate with hummus and rice and a can of sprite and after tip and tax paid $31.35! Food was great, after sitting there waiting for my food I decided to buy 3 pieces of falafel and they were perfect. I'd probably get a falafel plate next time or just get their frozen falafel and make it at home to save money. I'd recommend this to anyone looking to eat something that's not a chain or fast food restaurant or that wants a good, healthy alternative!

I was thoroughly impressed. The food is incredibly good and fresh, with a delightful range of authentic Mediterranean flavors. The prices are reasonable, making it a great value for the quality. Additionally, the restaurant is very clean and well-maintained, creating a pleasant dining atmosphere. Highly recommend!

The family and I had lunch yesterday ate Kareem's. I have to be honest and say I don't know what the big deal is. Maybe there is something I missed? Based upon the reviews of my fellow Yelpers you would think Kareem's was the only Mediterranean joint in Orange County. The website describes the food as "Uniquely Made, Extraordinary Taste." That wasn't my experience. Kareem's sits in a very small strip mall and shares its fenced in outdoor dining space with a dry cleaner. There are a few tables inside. We arrived around 1:30. There was another family in line in front of us. They were obviously there before we arrived and couldn't get there act together as far as what they were going to order. Once they got to the counter it was a ridiculous repartee with the cashier of what was vegan(The menu clearly says what items are vegan.), what wasn't, who should order what and so on. I guess standing in line and reading the menu for ten minutes didn't help. Nothing on the menu really jumped out at me. There really wasn't anything unique from what I could see. I almost passed on ordering food all together but settled on the beef Kibbeh roll bowl with original sauce. It was basically a bunch of lettuce stuffed into a plastic take out bowl with rice, cucumber yogurt, croutons, pickles, pickled onion, and green chili topped with two pieces of Kibbeh. The whole dish had a bitter flavor to it. The Mrs. ordered the Kufta plate with hummus and rice as her choice of sides. She wasn't overly impressed by her food either. Kiddo probably made the best choice out of all of us and just ate the fries. I noticed that other people ordered bowls and their food was brought out in a ceramic bowl. I guess I was just lucky enough to get there when dishes hadn't been washed. The guy who brought our food to us seemed a little upset or annoyed. He literally threw a sauce container on the table. Uniquely Made, Extraordinary Taste? Not hardly.

Ummmmm idk how I haven't written a review for this place yet?!! Kareem's is honestly such a low key GEM!!! Anytime I want Mediterranean, this is my #1 go to spot. The food is incredible, the service is awesome, and you really can't beat the prices. If I could give an extra acknowledgment on top of the 5 stars I really would. Truly can't say enough good things about this place.

As a fellow Palestinian-American, I approve. I got the plant based fat kid and it came with so much food I couldn't finish it. The falafel was crispy on the outside and soft and green on the inside. One minor thing is my family thought the hummus lacked flavor. I kind of agree there, could use more garlic and lemon. But I enjoyed it nonetheless and the babaganoush was great, you can taste that they roasted the eggplant. The prices are a bit on the high end but not outrageous, and the food came out quickly. There is a nice outdoor area, which was great for us with 2 kids.

If you want traditional middle eastern breakfast, well definitely don't pass this gem. We are down south from the Bay Area and I'm so happy we stopped in per a recommendation. Portions are perfect and food came out quickly and oh so fresh and HOT! And the bread... goodness I could've eaten 10 of them. Pair anything on the menu with some tea and I promise you will come back for more. The owner is so sweet and the gentleman on the register warmly greeted us and was so kind as well. I wish I would taken a picture of the spread before we wiped all the plates clean! We sat outside and the weather was perfect. They had nice music that wasn't over stimulating and of course the birds chirping around us was a plus. Make sure to try this place you won't be disappointed!

I ordered the falafel burger tonight and it looked nothing like the photos on here. The "bun" was actually not a bun, it was two giant pitas. The cilantro hummus was so pale looking & not the normal vibrant green. The falafel patty was actually just four smashed regular falafels. Not even a decent slice of tomato. If they were out of the buns/patty's they could've just asked if they could serve me something else or remove it off the menu altogether. Idk what happened to this place.

Been on a mediterranean food binge lately and this place hits the spot. I got takeout and the presentation was nice. Very flavorful and fresh.

I found this place because of social media and I'm so happy I did . Great customer service and the food came out quick. The food was delicious and the portions were huge. The restaurant was very clean and the layout was nice.

So I've been here couple times, I think the last time we came couple weeks ago, I realized they have their good days and bad days. I've always thought this place was decent, not amazing, but good. The last time my friend and I visited, we ordered a chicken bowl and mom's garlic chicken wrap. 1. The bowl had maybe a hand full of chicken 2. The wrap was SO DRY. omg idk what happened this time but everything was pretty inedible to the point we kinda didn't finish our food and went to go eat somewhere else. Service is OK. Not sure if I'll be trying it again...

The food is beautiful and delicious. The flavors are amazing! I got the chicken plate with rice and spicy cilantro hummus. The chicken was moist and seasoned to perfection The hummus was so tasty, and the rice was flavorful. Even the pickle, tomatoe, and onions were yummy. The pita bread was warm and fluffy, and I got extra! Finish it off with the arabic iced coffee. You won't be disappointed. The restaurant is peaceful and beautiful with lots of beautiful plants and trees on the outside patio. The service was perfect. Our friendly host made us feel like family, a total mom serving us her best dishes. It's easily a new favorite place.

Had the steak plate here and everything had such a good flavor. From the fries to the hummus and steak it was a delicious lunch! Service was good I believe it was the owner? Looking at the pictures briefly she was very sweet!

We have eaten at Kareem's at least a dozen times in the past 6 months. The food is consistently delicious. The platters give you a choice of protein and a couple of sides, there are bowls overflowing with protein/falafel, salad and rice. The hummus is fresh and pairs well with the warm pita. I recommend reviewing the menu before you get there so you won't spend a half hour in line deciding what to eat because everything looks so good. Although located in a strip mall, the owners have done a wonderful job, making the patio a comfortable outdoor dining space.

The kufta plate was excellent. The flavors were flawless, and everything was very well seasoned. I also shared an Arabic Iced Coffee, which was just as delicous. Service with a smile. They were very kind and attentive. I sat outside, which has a variety of beautiful plants. It was a very cozy patio, like a tiny oasis. I'm definitely looking forward to dining here again!

Truly amazing Mediterranean healthy lunch in the area. Food and service is amazing. If you want a nice, light and healthy meal this is a great go to spot. Highly recommend the chicken salad bowl.

Hold onto your taste buds, folks, because Kareem's in OC is a culinary experience that you simply can't miss! From the moment you walk in, you'll be transported to a world of bold flavors and mouth-watering aromas that will leave you wanting more. Let's start with the crispy pita chips, which are an absolute must-try. Topped with the house yogurt sauce, steamed chickpeas, and a heap of pickled veggies, every bite is a flavor explosion that will leave you craving for more. And let's not forget about the falafel - it's no wonder why it's the best in OC! Each bite is packed with spices and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. But the real star of the show has to be the grape leaves. Fresh, flavorful, and with a texture that's out of this world, these grape leaves are a true delight. The filling is perfectly spiced, and the grape leaves themselves are tender and delicate, making for a dish that's both delicious and satisfying. You got to goooo

The reviews are a true testament to the restaurant's quality and friendly service. It's hard to find a healthy restaurant in the area. I drive down from DTLA to visit clients weekly and in LA we have healthy salad shops everywhere. Thankfully, Kareem's doesn't disappoint! The food is made fresh to order and each bite taste just as good as the first. I got the new catch feelings crunch and indeed ...I caught the new feeling! Plenty of indoor and outdoor garden seating with lovely ambient music. Free parking too cuz it's the OC! Visit this spot and you'll heart and body , along with your tummy, will thank you.

This place goes hard. they give you a sabra container amount of hummus on every entree. The hummus was creamy + smooth. Falafel and grilled chicken had the ideal consistency. Falafel was crispy and chicken was tender. Rice was aight - just rice. coffee was pretty good - i'd come back just for that Outdoor seating area was peaceful and they have wifi if you wanna come and do work Everything was reasonably priced and it's 15% off for students

First time visit for me. Cutest patio to sit in to enjoy the delicious food. We tried the feta fries, pita chips with cucumbers dip (perfectly prepared) and vegan falafel. Everything was authentic and so good. Our service was 5 star! They were extremely kind and attentive. This hidden gem was an absolute delight and we will definitely be returning!!!

One of my favorite places to eat because of the beautiful and delicious food and the pretty outside dining area. My favorite thing to get is the chicken plate with rice and either order salad or fries. I usually also order a small side of cilantro hummus. The pita chips they put on the salad is so good and the complimentary tahini and garlic sauce are amazing also. The two pepperoncini are a good addition if you like a little kick. The woman that runs the cashier is nice and friendly and service is fairly fast. Parking lot is next to a hookah lounge (also has great food) and other restaurants.