Lazeez Kitchen

We found this place while in the area—it popped up in a search for nearby restaurants, and with all the great reviews, we decided to give it a try. It was close to closing time when we arrived, and it was dark outside, so we weren’t quite sure where to park at first. Luckily, we found a spot just across the street. From the start, the customer service was excellent. The person who took our order was friendly, knowledgeable about the menu (especially gluten-free options), and very helpful. We decided to share a chicken shawarma plate and a hummus plate. The portions were generous—probably more than enough for the two of us! The chicken shawarma was delicious, served over a bed of yellow rice with a side of Greek salad that I actually preferred over the ones I had in Greece. The food was beautifully plated, and it was clear a lot of care went into its preparation. It took about 15 minutes for our food to arrive—not the fastest, but absolutely worth the wait for the quality and attention to detail. The hummus plate was huge, served with pita for my non-GF counterpart. The hummus itself had a distinct and unexpected flavor—different from traditional hummus. The more I think about it, the more intrigued I am. I’d love to hear what others think! It’s definitely worth trying alongside their other dishes, but I’d say the hummus might be a bit much if it’s the only thing you get. Or it may be just me. The unique flavor is somewhat distinctive and might be too much for one person to finish on their own especially if it’s the only dish you get. You can solve that by sampling more dishes! One thing I’d love to see in the future is the option to add cut veggies with the hummus, which would be great for those who don’t eat pita. Although this is a Middle Eastern restaurant, as I mentioned, some of the flavors were different from what we’ve had before. Having just visited Greece, we found ourselves trying to pinpoint the unique spice blend but couldn’t quite figure it out. There seemed to be a hint of cloves. It was very subtle. Towards the end of our meal, our server offered us complimentary chai, which was a lovely touch and perfect for a chilly evening. We really enjoyed that. Before leaving, we chatted with our server, who turned out to be the owner. It seems to be a family-run place. When we asked about the flavor influences, he explained that while the food is Middle Eastern, they are originally from Eritrea and incorporate Eritrean spices into their dishes for a unique Middle Eastern experience. That explained the flavors we couldn’t quite put our finger on! Overall, we had a very good experience and recommend this spot. I would call it a hidden gem! It absolutely deserves more recognition. They also offer catering. We thought we could try that sometime but want to go back and try other dishes first! (Also posted on Yelp— we liked them so much, wanted to spread the word).

I decided to have dinner at this place where I really enjoyed the food—it was very fresh and tasty. The lamb cubes were particularly delicious, and the salad was also very fresh. I highly recommend that everyone visit. You won't regret it! Good luck to everyone considering it.

Awesome dining experience inside is very high-tech menu and fast service. Food is excellent. People are good atmosphere. They also have outside seating which we like cuz it's sunshine. Thank you. Enjoy. Hope you enjoy too. They are vegetarian and meat.

Stumbled upon this place from the reviews for an early dinner and it was top notch! The people working there were super friendly and nice and the food was made with love. My friend wanted to meet the cook after just to thank her, it was so good. Really quality food and super enjoyable. They even gave us a free chai after! Will definitely be coming back. Also super clean place with a nice bathroom.

Lazeez is an absolute gem! The food is simply amazing—fresh, flavorful, and authentic. From the rich Mediterranean dishes to the unique Eritrean flavors, every bite was a delight. The customer service was top-notch; the staff was warm, welcoming, and attentive, making sure we had a great experience. The restaurant itself is spotless, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're craving delicious Mediterranean or Eritrean cuisine, Lazeez is the place to be. Highly recommended!

Great food, service and atmosphere! I was recommended the chicken shawarma plate and it was insane! Highly recommend :)

Every Monday I'm here to this beautiful place. I always order the lamb the best meet ever taste. The meet are so good melts In your mouth and the bone are very tasty. The service is great, atmosphere are awesome very quite and you have TV right in front of you.... Perfect place for lunch and dinner..

This is our second time dining here. Fresh, delicious, well seasoned food! The guys who work here are so kind and helpful! I will definitely be coming back!

Lazeez Kitchen opens where Layalina was with a slight modification of the menu & decor, leaving the infrastructure intact. Ordered at counter, pd, got food in 15ish minutes. Offerings (N. African?, Middle Eastern): wraps & shawarmas, plates, appetizers, drinks.. Bites: lamb Shawarma plate (18.95) -small salad of romaine lettuce, tomato, onions, cucumbers & white dressing crunchy fresh. -small strips of braised boneless lamb shoulder slightly chewy, slightly juicy. Prepped with olive oil, nutmeg, garlic, salt, peppers & other spices, topped with white drizzle probably yogurt. *side of chili sauce probably North African harissa: blend of chili peppers, garlic, olive oil + other spices. Not spicy hot, has sweet, smoky, tangy & non-hot spicyness. **a contrast to Ethiopian berbere sauce which has sharp, hot spiciness. Lotsa yellow coloured flavored long grain rice. Looks like saffron, probably wasn't. Unable to finish. Took rest home for another meal. -though didn't know exact origins. It was certainly different from previous Shawarma eats.

We found this place while in the area--it popped up in a search for nearby restaurants, and with all the great reviews, we decided to give it a try. We chose it over a place with hundreds of reviews because all the reviews were great and we really love Middle Eastern food. It was close to closing time when we arrived, and it was dark outside, so we weren't quite sure where to park at first. Luckily, we found a spot just across the street. From the start, the customer service was excellent. The person who took our order was friendly, knowledgeable about the menu (especially gluten-free options), and very helpful. We decided to share a chicken shawarma plate and a hummus plate. The portions were generous--probably more than enough for the two of us! The chicken shawarma was delicious, served over a bed of yellow rice with a side of Greek salad that I actually preferred over the ones I had in Greece. The food was beautifully plated, and it was clear a lot of care went into its preparation. It took about 15 minutes for our food to arrive--not the fastest, but absolutely worth the wait for the quality and attention to detail. The hummus plate was huge, served with pita for my non-GF counterpart. The hummus itself had a distinct and almost unexpected flavor--different from traditional hummus. The more I think about it, the more intrigued I am. I'd love to hear what others think! It's definitely worth trying alongside their other dishes, but I'd say the hummus might be a bit much if it's the only thing you get. The unique flavor is somewhat distinctive and might be too different for one person to finish on their own especially if it's the only dish you get. One thing I'd love to see in the future is the option to add cut veggies with the hummus, which would be great for those who don't eat pita. Although this is a Middle Eastern restaurant, as I mentioned, some of the flavors were different from what we've had before. Having just visited Greece, we found ourselves trying to pinpoint the unique spice blend but couldn't quite figure it out. There seemed to be a hint of cloves. It was very subtle. Towards the end of our meal, our server offered us complimentary chai, which was a lovely touch and perfect for a chilly evening. We really enjoyed that. Before leaving, we chatted with our server, who turned out to be the owner. It seems to be a family-run place. When we asked about the flavor influences, he explained that while the food is Middle Eastern, they are originally from Eritrea and incorporate Eritrean spices into their dishes for a unique Middle Eastern experience. That explained the flavors we couldn't quite put our finger on! Overall, we had a very good experience and recommend this spot. I would call it a hidden gem! It absolutely deserves more recognition. They also offer catering. We thought we could try that sometime but want to go back and try other dishes first!

I was looking for something filling, not the usual and nothing commercial. I ordered the chicken shawarma plate and oh my goodness, it did not disappoint. Delicious, well-made, East-African seasoned chicken plate with fresh, great quality ingredients. Huge portion size and immensely satisfying. the prices are great and the establishment is impeccably clean. I will absolutely be back. Easy choice if you're in the area.

Great lunch spot! There are tables to set at as well as a higher seated table if you'd like to stand or sit higher. Staff are friendly as well! I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap & a 6-piece side of falafels.

This place is good but they dont have chicken kabobs I even show them the pictures and they literally blank point just wanted to make the sale and disregard my kabobs I wish they would of just been more up front instead of lying that they had it in their menu

This place doesn't get the recognition it deserves. I tried this place out multiple times and enjoyed every last bite. Have tried different Halal spots, but this place has a kick compared to the ones I've been to. If someone can let me know what background this food is, I would greatly appreciate it. The food is bomb, I tried both the wrap and plate for chicken shawarma, and man the spices they use is good. Super chill spot and service is solid af. I recommend this spot to anyone. Definitely my go to spot when I am in the area.

Great food, service and ambiance! I was recommended the Chicken shawarma plate and it was unreal :D Fresh, incredible flavor and huge portion. Will definitely be back!!!

Food was good quality. We got take out chicken Schwarma and lamb cubes. The milk tea was really flavorful and aromatic. Definitely will come back for take out.

The shakshuka is ON POINT. The folks who own/work at the restaurant at very friendly and attentive. My husband has tried the lamb plate with rice and vegetables. It delicious, flavorful and a solid portion size. Can also confirm the lentil soup is flavorful and filling. Would definitely recommend if you're walking by or looking for good Mediterranean.

Stopped into this place to try it -- was planning to go to Oasis next door. The Flafel wrap was damn near perfect -- the falafel was crisp to perfection, the wrap was grilled and it had lots of pickles and the right balance of veggies. Not soggy at all. It was 10/10.

This food is so fucking good I would give my liver for a meal! And the service was phenomenal excellent environment love the building and the people working. I would most def come again and this time I will order one of each.

LOOOVEEEEE THE FOOD. Great food and great people!!! I recommend to go here and try their food because its sooo good!!

U have to give this place a try... it's a must .. omg where do I start.. middle eastern food with Eritrean flavors.. I believe that's a food way to describe the food.. even if I'm wrong it wa still sooooo good .. i ordered the chicken wrap..so good the Chicken was flavorful. .. the falafel and sambusas were so good and for them to be fried they weren't oily which is always a plus.. can't forget my tea was perfect with this meal.. the flavors of the food didnt lack it everything was soo good the service was amazing as well.. very clean ..lots of seating and some great photos can be taken.. next time Ima order ahead and eat here .. I had the whole office smelling so good.. definitely making this a a regular spot..

Purely based on the falafel wrap. To their credit the falafels themselves are clearly made fresh in house, which is nice to see. They were fairly under-seasoned however, which on top of the rest of the wrap which consisted of wilted romaine, flavorless hot-house tomatoes, a couple of pickles, raw onion, pretty flavorless sauce (tehina sauce maybe? It didn't add anything), and the unfortunately store-bought laffa/wrap, just overall wish I hadn't eaten it. The staff were very nice and the place was clean, but man, it was just not good. Price was cheap though, so I guess you get what you pay for. I have worked in restaurants for 18 years, and it just takes a little more work to make something really special (make the bread, buy good produce, taste and season the food). Go a couple blocks over to Pomella for a much better wrap (though more expensive).

The customer service was great and workers were very pleasant! The food was amazing, I ordered a chicken shawarma plate. I will definitely be going back there!

I was very happy to discover Lazeez. We wanted to add a good Middle Eastern takeout option in our regular list of options. We have high standards, and we tried a number of places for which I would not choose to promote. I only promote excellent places, and Lazeez hit that mark for us. Every dish was plentiful and tasty. I had a couple of snacks with leftovers for two days as well. Staff was very friendly and helpful. A solid "A" grade from me.

Came here after a really long day and I was not disappointed! My chicken wrap tasted sooo delicious, and I am quite picky and a hard critic over shawarma wraps. Staff were really nice as well, added all the sauce I requested in my wrap. 10/10 recommend!

This restaurant is a 10/10 great food and customer service. The owner is super nice and helpful. Everything is simply perfect about this place. Highly suggested.

First time here. Food was delicious! Very flavorful and tasty. Highly recommend the chicken shawarma and Lamb kabab. Also tried the baklava and chai which was also very very tasty!

This is the best chicken shawarma I've ever had, really. We were the only patrons when we went last night. They deserve more business!

Friendly and welcoming customer service and the food was delicious! Definitely coming back regularly

Chicken Shawarma is delicious. Very friendly customer service. Centrally Located very close to the 980 freeway and the 580 freeway.

Lazeez kitchen catered food to my birthday party for a large amount of people. We had the chicken shish which was very tender and flavorful, the beef shawarma also very seasoned and flavorful, hummus, yogurt sauce like Tsatsiki, a very tasty yellow rice, and falafel. My partygoers ate everything! And I was able to give them to go boxes too. The amount you get in a very large tray that fits in those wired buffet kits feeds well over 25 persons, their portions were generous. I would say they should double that number. We did not order enough falafel cause many non vegetarians and non vegans ate them up too! The falafel are like round discs that are tender with light crunch. It is much better as a disc because not so much dough to deal with and less dry this way. Another delicious treat was their baklava. Fresh and nice amount of sweet and nut. Thank you Lazeez family, we loved the food as did our party people! thank you for making my favorite comfort food!!! We already went back! Service is very friendly and welcoming. Thanks Naradin!