Skewers Kabob House

We were craving kabobs and jasmine rice, look this place up, and was so glad I did. This restaurant did not disappoint. The food was phenomenal. Service was more than just great, Service was excellent, Jarod was so cool and fun to chat with, and he recommended a really good Justin's red wine. He also recommends delicious plates. Kabob house has a nice vibe and swanky chic atmosphere. My husband and I are already making plans to come back.

Skewers Kebab House has a really nice atmosphere and great service, the staff was super friendly and accommodating. The food was decent overall. The meat was cooked perfectly and very flavorful, but for the price, I expected a bit more wow factor. The vegetable skewers were way overdone, completely charred,but they were kind enough to take them off the bill, which I appreciated. I wouldn’t say it was mind-blowing, but I’d definitely give it another try.

I did not like my salmon because it wasn’t cooked all the way. But it was okay. This place is across the Hilton we stayed.

In the heart of Modesto, fine Persian Restaurant offering a private parking lot located behind the building, cramped parking. However, right across the street there is a parking structure. The restaurant is inviting, clean, and attractive. Patio seating area, full bar, and 2nd level to accommodate all of our partie's needs. The menu is simple and full of options at very reasonable prices, huge portions, and wonderful service. Well worth the 1 hour drive from Sacramento, I highly recommend skewers.

I went here on recommendation of a chef friend of mine, and I see why. We started with the meatballs. My wife ordered the saffron chicken with veggies and I ordered the shish and Lula, both fantastic. Please expect a 2 hour meal. I’m not sure if they were understaffed when we went, but it did take a while, which the food totally made up for the wait. We will definitely return soon.

2 nd time visiting and did not disappoint both times. The rack of lamb and skewer of shrimp is a great combination. Very well done in both flavor and presentation.

It was delicious -- I'm especially a fan of the Dolma (stuffed grape leaves). The appetizers (we got the Mediterranean sampler) were very good and tasted Mediterranean, the entrees, to me, seemed a bit more Americanized. Still delicious, but not quite as authentic as the appetizers. Overall, we had a great experience, and our server was lovely and personable. I'll be thinking of those dolmas I'm days to come.

The best! Everything is amazing here no matter how many times you go. Staff, food, drinks, all are stellar. Great family options, kids menu, and their happy hour is the best around, in my opinion.

Strange how Yelp starts a new review when all I wanted to do was "Update" my review as their website offers. Well, here it is: We went back for a special celebratory meal and had another great one

After towing a car from Fairfield on the way to Fresno, my appetite was more beat up than the rear bumper I was dragging behind me (small incident with the car and the trailer). A local friend in Modesto recommended Skewers Kabob House, and let me just say, I'm so glad I swapped out a gas station snack for this Middle Eastern oasis. From the outside, the building had that rustic, almost Mediterranean castle vibe with a glowing clock tower that said, "You're in for something special." Inside? A semi-upscale feel with high energy from a packed Friday night crowd. Tables were full, so they opened up the upper level just for us, felt like VIP treatment from the jump. Definitely had bottle service vibes. We started with the appetizer samplers, and it did not miss. Creamy hummus, grape leaves that didn't taste like sadness, cool cucumber yogurt dip, and this smoky eggplant dish that slapped harder than expected. It was all solid, but that hummus deserves its own standing ovation. So does the bread. Mmmm bread. For my entrée, I went with the surf and turf combo, juicy kabob skewers of shrimp and beef, served over saffron rice with grilled veggies and a roasted tomato. Everything was cooked beautifully. Shrimp? Plump and perfectly charred. Steak? Tender, flavorful, and generously portioned. Saffron rice? Fluffy, aromatic, and felt like the kind of carbs you don't feel bad about. My friends ordered a bunch of different platters, salmon kabobs, koobideh, chicken, more shrimp and it turned into a whole communal feast. I stole bites from everyone (sorry, not sorry), and I can confirm: there were no weak links. Salmon was Servers were working hard af. It was packed and they were hustling, but still kept things flowing. Food came out fast, plates were hot, and no one looked like they were in the weeds. Respect. We were too stuffed for dessert, which honestly felt like a missed opportunity but hey, that just gives me an excuse to come back. TL;DR: Big flavors Bomb shrimp Kabobs done right Saffron rice for days Hustling staff Modesto gem Definitely worth the stop if you're passing through or just want to feel like you earned a cheat day. Would love to return on a less hectic night to try dessert and a few more cocktails. Solid 4 stars.

5 stars A meal with soul, fire, and heart. From the moment I stepped inside, the atmosphere pulled me in, warm lighting, upbeat staff, and the kind of scent that says you are about to remember this meal. I had the kabob combo, and every bite was seasoned like someone cared. Not rushed. Not commercial. Just honest food done right. The portions were generous, the flavor deep, and the meat grilled with purpose. The service was attentive without hovering. They didn't just serve...they hosted. That is rare. And if you are looking for a place where food meets feeling? Where you don't just eat but arrive...this is it. Skewers does not try to impress. It connects. I'll be back.

I tried this restaurant for the first time last week very delicious food selection. I was excited that they had Vegetarian/Vegan options as well. I ordered the Eggplant Stew, it was very good The decor of the restaurant was very inviting and our server was very nice. I will visit again when I'm back in Modesto.

Always a Modesto winner, try the burgers during the week up until four beef or lamb / lamb combo and the low carb Brad special is really tempting if you're dieting. Also, you have never had any rice better than you can get at Skewers

I went there with family for lunch,,,,I have worked in 5 star restaurants and Hotels in Food & Beverage department for 7 years. I have never seen that kind of food presentation and quality. The food was cold. I ordered Lula Kabob and it was hard as a rock, The only good thing that happened was that we had a very pleasing server; otherwise, it was all a big disaster. If you plan to visit that restaurant maybe you might have a better experience than we had. Good Luck.

Called in an order to go. It was ready at the specified time. Got the grape dolma appetizer and chicken and shish combo. For $10, they only give you 4 dolmas which is expensive! At other Mediterranean restaurants I've been to, they at least serve you 6 for the same price. The chicken and shish combo was delicious. They serve quite a bit of meat for $29. I had enough for at least 2 meals. I asked for the shish to be cooked medium rare though and it was medium well.

I ordered the surf and turf and they brought me hamburger. They fixed it but the meat wasn't as expected. The lollipop appetizer was absolutely amazing and a must try. The mood and environment was extremely pleasant and intimate.

I normally love Perisan food, but this was quite underwhelming especially for the price. We had the sampler of appetizers- I wish the dolmas were a little more tart/citrus and the filling inside to be a little more tender. I really enjoyed the cucumber salad and the hummus off of the plate. I had ordered the soltani --it was very dry and was not very juicy. I cannot think of the seasonings but something tasted a little off? The steak was very tender and cooked so well. I enjoyed this one more in particular, but the price point was a little steep. My friend had the chicken skewers- we were very disappointed that it was so dry , it was great that we had taziki and hummus from the sampler because we used that to dip it. The grilled tomato helps bring a little more moisture. our server was great and very nice. the interior of this place was romatic, dark, and definitely great for date night or maybe for a business event. The lower stars was mostly based off of flavor of food and pricepoint.

First thing I noticed upon walking into the restaurant was the ambiance. The ambience is very chill with a contributing minimalistic interior design and low lighting. The Mediterranean style decor and art was a nice touch to the ambiance. The service of our waitress (Erin) had a very friendly and welcoming approach along with a perfect amount of humor to make the experience extra enjoyable while taking our orders. I got the Garlic Saffron Chicken Kabob and it was splendid with the perfect amount of balanced flavor, exceptionally tender, and moist chicken! The vegetables of the dish were grilled carrots, tomatoes, and zucchini. I typically don't enjoy zucchini but the vegetables seasoning was very balancing to the taste of the vegetables. My only downside critique for the dish would be the rice. It was very well done but it could use a sauce to top it with. My choice of dessert was the Affogato, which had splendidly flavored Turkish coffee and the cocoa powder on top of the whipped cream had a delightful touch of bitterness to add to the dish. Overall 8.5/10

WoWa WeWa!!! Come here because I told you to! Food is as good as it gets and it's a huge restaurant with a bar. All the food items were cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. The staff were also nice and pleasant. FYI: Since this place is that good it tends to get packed. Come hungry, but be prepared to wait.

My fiancé and I made reservations to enjoy a date night since we had a babysitter finally this past Saturday and omg truly wonderful. We drive past the building all the time but never checked it out. Environment was phenomenal, even the table next to us were so sweet they sent us a dessert to congratulate us. High energy wonderful art. My favorite appetizer was the Dolmas yum yum yum! We will be back. Thank you to our amazing waiter as well.

I love love kabobs and I love love love Skewers kabobs. All the different kabobs are delicious. The chicken is so tender and scrumptious, the beef shish and lula are moist and tasty. I can eat these kabobs everyday. The rice is so good as well. Its a huge restaurant that has a bar with tables, main dinning room area with different levels and even up stairs with multiple rooms for banquet meetings or parties. A great place to bring people from out of town or a date, the family night out or if you have a big party to entertain. Go and enjoy, make sure to try a bunch of appetizers. The humus is one of my favorites.

Came here for a early Father's Day dinner. I called the day off to make reservations and I was told everything was booked. I took my chances and went in and asked around 6pm. Kristen the manager I think, did her thing!! She made it possible. You have no idea how grateful I am. Give her a raise!! Give her a vacation! Give her something!

This place was great. Friends brought me here for a new experience! I waitress was amazing and the food was delicious. There were belly dancers in the main room and the bar wasn't too loud you couldn't enjoy a good conversation. Highly recommend the trio appetizer which gives you a taste of the chicken, beef and shrimp skewers

Based on the reviews I was excited to try this spot, but it fell flat for me. I was here during lunch hours so it wasn't busy and the service was lacking. Our hostess was great, but the server was slow, didn't refill our waters, we waiting forever for the check and to go boxes, etc. The very basics were just not done and in my book service goes a long way. The food was just ok. The Mediterranean Sampler was ehhh. I've had much better hummus and baba ganoush at other establishments. I ordered the combo Kabob and the meat and veggies were over charred. It definitely took over the taste of the meat, and wasn't great. Presentation is nice and the place looks good inside, but it just hit the mark for me.

One of our top places in Modesto. I love grilled meats. My previous review still stands.

This is the follow up to our second visit to skewer kebab house. On Father's Day my wife three of my children and one grandson made the long drive to the restaurant. Looking forward to a great meal. Unfortunately, my daughters Caesar salad with chicken skewers came with the fly on the chicken. My son's lamb shank was heavily salty, and had to re-order a different entrée I would love to say I will be back, but at this point, I am not sure, maybe they were having a bad day. I don't know, but on a day like that, you would expect the kitchen to be at the top of their game. I know that every restaurant has off days, but this one was a big disappointment for me.

We love Skewers and always stop here when we are in town. The food is just great. The place is large and beautiful inside and out. It is spotless. The service is so very good. All the servers are super nice and they get to you straight away and they don't rush you. They know the menu and can guide you. The seating is comfortable and the other patrons seems happy. It is a calming place to be. Their Roasted Garlic Hummus is some of the best in town and we just love their fresh Cilantro and Jalapenos blended Roasted Garlic Hummus. They have a marinated chicken breast grilled over open flames with Lemon Butter Garlic sauce which is a must try and it comes with their great rice. Their Sultan's Plate is so great. it is Marinated Filet Mignon Barg with a Skewer of Lula. There is nothing not to like here. Any skewer you have will be great. We have had most. Their shrimp dishes are also amazing. Have a great time.

The place is updated. It's clean and has an upper level, booths and tables to be seated. The service is excellent. The dinnerware is super cute. I was able to enjoy the experience with a large group. All the food was delicious. Thank you

Skewers Kabob House excels with fresh ingredients, perfectly grilled meats, delicious sides, and a welcoming atmosphere, making it a top spot for authentic kabobs. I loved their grilled shrimp. It was so delicious. Will be definitely coming back.

Picked up a catering order from Skewers. They have wonderful options that are all crowd pleasers When I'm doing a lunch appointment at my customer offices, I never hesitate to offer Skewers. Consistently flavorful kabobs. Their catering menu has different catering options. We always do the Lula and Chicken Kabobs that comes with salad, rice and grilled veggies. I also add on hummus and the cucumber yogurt dip So delicious! Will be back soon

We love this place! Definitely a must when in Modesto!! The saffron chicken is to die for.

1) delicious salmon served over rice and vegetables amazingly delicious! 2) service was prompt, polite, very welcoming! 3) ambience was just as you would expect in such a beautiful restaurant! 4) We will be coming back soon!

Once again amazing food, waited a little longer but we had a big party. We appreciated the help with the birthday cake.

Had reservations here for a Friday night. Parking lot was small and full. Luckily there's a parking garage across the street (not sure if you need to pay). Once we got there, it didn't take too long to get seated. The place is really nice, decor is more upscale. There a bar which is distaste than the dining area. There's music as well. The food was good. The lamb didn't have much seasoning/flavor, but both the lamb and the filet mignon was cooked just right. all the staff was very friendly, smiled often. The only problem we had was that our waitress was not available. She took our drink order but then we waited a LONG time to order food. Once we got food and finished, she was again no where to be found. Finally when we did see her we were able to get our check. However we waited a very long time again just for her to pick up our the payment. We spent close to 40 minutes just sitting there waiting (altogether). I would have loved to give them more stars but the wait just killed us.

As a Persian I hate to do this but I was so disappointed at the quality I received on my last visit I live in Tracy and that was my to go for Persian food And that was my 10th visit and it's just going down hill I was at a wedding not too long ago and I noticed the change First they call Koobideh, luleh kabob first flag No lamb meat in Koobideh, big mistake A tough hamburger meat they serve you as a Koobideh. Shame Joojeh never met safan and they call t joojeh Looking for a Persian food go to Turlock or Maykadeh in SF OR even Betty's kabob in Modesto This place is just catering to American whom don't know Persian food Such a disgrace It was ok a few years ago and somehow something change They got comfortable getting away with this My last visit for sure I will make it at home with real saffron Not the color yellow you are serving Even my American friends noticed the difference

Great service and great food. Dolma plate and roasted veggies 10/10 Planning my next visit soon :)

What a treat! My brother and I went there just by chance tonight. The menu looked fabulous online so we were excited. This restaurant is very nice. We were pleasantly surprised. We ended up picking out a few appetizers to share. They were all very good. My brother's favorite was the eggplant appetizer and I couldn't choose. I loved them all the best part about it was our server. Her name is Anastasia. She was fabulous and guided us to a couple of items. We will definitely be back again so happy we found this gem in Modesto.

The Son and I stopped by and had lunch and drink here . Always wonderful staff and food . We sat in the lounge area today. Mandy took care of us for drinks and food . Super Friendly and courteous, it's so pretty in the restaurant this time of year . All decorated for the Holidays :) we found out we arrived during Happy Hour 2-7pm . I ordered a happy hour special - Chardonnay 5 dollars . Lula pops appetizers 1/2 off Son ordered a Obies Washington Apple Cocktail- I took a sip . It was very refreshing. For lunch he had his favorite the Shish Kabob I had the Greek Salad with chicken skewer. Everything was cooked perfectly. Always a wonderful meal at this establishment:)

The food is great. Parking sucks, so walk if you're nearby. I would recommend you come for lunch or dinner.

Loved this place!! Decor, great service, and incredible food. We are vegetarian and were so happy with the options. The eggplant dip and hummus were highlights.

Delicious place! Super fancy and a great place to dine. Chloe was absolutely incredible! She gave the best customer service ever and was so sweet and professional! She even shoed us how to add an extra seasoning to the rice. The rice was so flavorful! I had the Angus beef kabob. The bread and butter were mouth watering. Loved everything about it. It would definitely be a 5 if I ate it there. I was just too tired and ate it late at night at my hotel. Would definitely love to come back and try more. Another person at the training said they went there and loved it too!

I'm requesting this restaurant to open a satellite location in Los Angeles! Quality ingredients, delicious juicy flavors, excellent service and a spacious dining experience for lunch and bigger parties. I absolutely loved their Salmon Skewer and Filet Mignon Barg Entree. Juicy, perfect seasoned, tender and mouthwatering good! Their pistachio Homemade Baklava was a home run! Across the street from Doubletree Hilton hotel, we dinned here all three days of our stay. The BEST food in Modesto! Clean, healthy and delicious.

THE BEST SIT DOWN RESTAURANT FOR KEBABS IN THE VALLEY. hands down! Portions are huge! Flavors are amazing! We always have enough to take home for lunch the next day lol! Service is always great. Staff are always so nice and attentive and very thoughtful. We've been here close to 10x already (yes it's that good) and not once have we ever had to ask for refills on our drinks, or they always just knew what was needed when dining with a toddler even before asking (ex: a plastic plate instead of a glass one, juice with a side of water if needed to water it down, smaller spoons, etc. ) these may be minuscule things for others, but as a parent they are literally small roads to my heart. Hahaha We've come to bring family and friends who are visiting from out of town/state. We do date nights here and even just regular Wednesday night dinners. Their service and food has always been consistent and it's always worth driving three towns over for this place. Never change Skewers Kabob house! Ya'll are doing amazing!

My friend Kate recommended I check out Skewers Kabob House during my visit to Modesto. I enjoyed one of the best meals I've had in a long time. I ordered the Shish Kabobs. The meat was so tender and juicy. The basmati rice with veggies were the perfect compliment to my kabobs. A mocktail was a treat after a great work day. Superb!

I aways love eating here, but this time I tried dessert. Oh my it was so yummy I had the Parisian saffron ice cream. It wasn't too sweet, it has pistachios in it but they're cut up in small pieces so it's not overwhelming. I don't usually eat that much ice cream, but for me it was perfect and I finished it all my self. Our server was great and I wish I could remember his name. As usual the restaurant was clean and very cozy. We sat in a booth and really enjoyed ourselves.

Look no further, Skewer's is the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. The inside is as unique as the outside, setting it apart from others. We felt like we were somewhere else other than downtown Modesto CA, enjoyable dining out. The decor and atmosphere is relaxing and clean, friendly staff and the waitress was pleasant (wish I got her name so I could let everyone know especially the owner of the restaurant), she deserves recognition. We enjoyed every bite. Ordered lentil soup, dolmas, Greek salad,Torchi and skewer sampler, OMG, the best. Large portions that make for sharing, that's what the 2 of us did, shared. Enjoyed a Lemoncello on the rocks.... Yummo!! We will make this our new favorite place. Thank you

We decided to have lunch here on Sunday. The ambiance of this restaurant is nice. Service was great too. For appetizer we went for the bruschetta from the east. The toasted pita had a jalapeño cilantro hummus topped tomatoes, toasted eggplant, Anaheim chiles, fresh basil, and red onions and a sprinkle of french feta cheese. This was really good. The texture was creamy and so tasty. As for our main dishes my boyfriend ordered the garlic saffron chicken kabob and I ordered the lula kabob. My dish came with two kabobs and I had to take the rest home because I couldn't finish it. I thought the kabobs kind of tasted a little bit dry and needed some sauce to go with it. My boyfriend's dish tasted good. The lemon garlic sauce was delicious. We didn't order any desserts this time around but we will next time though. Overall, great food and service!

Whether it's dining in or taking to go, no one beats Skewers food! The rice is addictive, the meat, chicken and seafood always cooked perfectly to order and the coolest staff around!

Always a great experience at Skewers Kabob House. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The service is just as impressive: friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. Whether you're in the mood for tender kabobs or something from their amazing Mediterranean menu, you won't be disappointed.

We've been coming here for years, often with a group for business lunches. Today was the last time. We arrived before the lunch rush to an empty restaurant. The hostess asked us three times if we had a reservation. The server seemed irritated from the start--even though we only ordered three coffees, two sodas, the rest water, and all got the same dish. An hour and a half later, still no food. Meanwhile, other tables who came after us were served, finished, and gone. Then the manager came over and told us we "take up the whole grill" and need to order in advance from now on. She doubled down when questioned, saying we always cause backups, but no one ever wanted to say it until today. Unprofessional, disrespectful, and clearly not interested in keeping loyal customers. We walked out--and we won't be back.

Food was so amazing! Not over cooked. Service was impeccable. Ambiance was romantic and felt upscale

Our second time dining here. The first time was just before the Covid pandemic. I have to say the food is still AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS with HUGE portions! The service is still spectacular, and the playlist of music really brings together the perfect ambiance for a wonderful dining experience. This remains one of the best places to dine in Modesto, and my previous review still holds true.

Sampler always so good! Teriyaki is the best out of their Cajun. Hands down the best lemon drops I've ever had.

My husband and I always eat here when we're going to Yosemite or coming back to San Francisco. It's like our secure place on the road. It's a simple, but good place. We always eat in the patio outside because inside it's very cold for us due to the air conditioning. Last time I had the saffron chicken skewers with rice and vegetables. The chicken was very good and tender (also my 8th months baby girl ate few pieces), rice was good too much and veggies weren't too many (I'd prefer more the next time). My husband ate a plate with beef and he said he was good. Service is ok and fast! I recommend the place if you're around.

Went for my birthday dinner, was amazing night, great service, drinks and food. Got the carnivore family meal was more than enough to feed 4! Lamb shank with sauce was my favorite plan on going back

Wow! I called for dinner reservations and it was for my Girlfriends Birthday. They were energetic and excited to help. The place is beautiful. I dropped off some Birthday items and the 2 ladies up front were excited to make it happen. When I came back the table was decorated and beyond my expectations. The waiter was on his A game and the 4 of us had our drinks at the same time and our food was insane tasty and all served at the same time with multiple staff members. A+ So Grateful. It was important to me and you were all genuine and wonderful.

Love the food here & alcohol beverages. Service this time around wasn't the best he didn't seem like he wanted his job. I've had better service in the past. The inside is always elegant & pleasant.