Zankou Chicken

Wonderful food, good quantity and the sauces are delicious. The best garlic sauce I've had anywhere, if you don't mind reeking for days afterwards. The cucumber salad was fresh and crunchy and the hummus was really nicely done. I can't eat it cuz I'm gluten free but the pita looked lovely and my friend said it was great. Nice little outdoor space, but the food is all freshly made so don't go there when you're in a rush. Counter order only. The chicken skewer is made out of fat, juicy,well seasoned chunks of chicken!

Such good eats! Clean, awesome service with smiles all around.

Excellent customer service. The young lady at the counter was so patient with me and made many recommendations that were simply delicious.

Absolutely love Zankou Chicken. I just applied for a cashier position and would love to work here!!! I just got the chicken Tarna plate and baklava not too long ago and had to come back two days later to get it again because it was so delicious. Their serving sizes are really generous (one serving lasted me two nights and I got a considerable amount of tzatziki - which is the best tzatziki I've had to date)! Both times I went my orders were ready in less then 10 minutes!! Kiani took my order both times and she was very friendly and thoughtful :). Thank you Lakewood Zankou - your service and food is the best!!!! So if you're currently reading this review and trying to decide where to eat tonight, stop thinking and go to Zankou lol!

My official first time visiting the restaurant since they open and by mistake I ordered something wrong management fix my order immediately so far has been the best service. I have got this entire year by someone who cares so much about client satisfaction I would rate them five stars on everything parking was easy food was good, very fast sometimes with a lot of clients they manage to be quick with our orders thank you to the employees and especially the manager. Good job.

This place has better meats than the Anaheim one. Beef was perfect and the chicken had a bit more spice here also. Chicken wasn't dry and beef was not chewy at all. Rice and sauces were also perfect.

Clean, efficient and courteous employees. Tucked in a tight plaza with Starbucks and a couple EV chargers which is great if you have an EV unless auntie Karen decides to park her gas guzzling BMW in the EV charging spot lol. My usual from here if the tri-tip well done and they never disappoint no matter which location I go to.

Finally, I decided to try out Zankou Chicken, a place inspired by Middle East flavors. They have pretty healthy options. I wanted a chicken and rice plate but opted for the chicken tarna salad bowl. Salad was great with fresh ingredients and well seasoned and tender pieces of Tarna chicken. Loved the tangy olives! Too new for me to try the Baklava(?) desert but it looked good. Will definitely come here again. My salad was huge and filling--I couldn't finish:).

Absolutely love the shish Kabob plate. It was pretty busy but the team was trying their best to help everyone. I think they need more people, Ive gone a few times usually short staffed.

I stopped by this morning & it was super busy! But my food came out delicious! The staff is very friendly & helpful. Location is very clean & organized!! Sal was on duty he was very nice & helped me with the menu very nice guy! GIVE THAT MAN A RAISE!!! will definitely be coming back!

I've seen this establishment litterally being built. I was excited to try this business since they opened their doors. Well just fresh out of labcorp doing labs I most definitely needed to have a bite to eat as well as my family. Service was on deck, super fast, steady and fresh. If you order food expect to wait 10 to 15 minutes for kabobs. I ordered a roasted chicken wrap along with a salad. Plenty seating indoors and outdoors , plenty parking as well along with blink charging stations. The environment was relaxing with plenty of sun shining thru the windows.

I had eaten at a Zankou in Anaheim and LA, so I thought I would give it a try as part of my Mediterranean food extravaganza. I tried various dishes at over a dozen Mediterranean restaurants in a 6-month period. The flavors of the gyro were good. But I felt like the protein portion for the gyro was very small compared to other similar locations. The staff was friendly. The ambiance is great as this building appears to be new construction. Parking was super easy. The price of the gyro was comparable to other similar locations.

We're big fans of their family meal The sides are a great size, and we always seem to have leftover of those long after the chicken is gone. It gets pretty busy, but the staff are friendly and with the open kitchen you really get the feeling that they're trying to get your order out.

Parking is horrible! Food was bland but fresh. Chicken can be more moist! Place is very clean. Friendly staff!

While finding multiple hairs in food is still unacceptable, management was very unapologetic and even connected me to the GM just in case. I received a refund, and he remade my plate himself. Because the employees were so kind about the gross situation (and only because he is going to address this concern with the team), I am going to update my review. He said their restaurant takes these things very seriously, as they should! So as long as this does not happen again to anyone else, the food here is worth a try.

Best there is. Flavors are fantastic, portions are big for sharing, staff is professional and food is ready fast. Always happy when we get food here and so happy they opened a Long Beach location!

Been to this location twice in the past 12 months. Convenient when I'm by the Long Beach Airport, They are famous for their garlic sauce (in paste form). Everything here is better with their garlic sauce The Half Chicken lunch plate with 2 sides (hummus and cucumber salad) over basmati rice is my go to, with an extra garlic sauce. Their chicken is so moist, tender and juicy. Sorry, by the time I remembered to take a picture, I was almost done with my plate. That said, I just took screenshots from their menu of what I recommend. I also ordered takeout for the first time of their Tri-Tip Shawerma bowl. It was good but I am sure it would have been much better eating it fresh. Parking can be an issue depending on what time you come. This place gets packed.

I've always heard great things about Zankou Chicken, so I was excited to try it when one opened in Long Beach. Unfortunately, after giving it a chance two or three times, I have to say it's just not for me. The chicken and beef were extremely dry, the rice was forgettable, and the hummus was disappointing. I really wanted to like this place, but it just didn't live up to the hype. Sadly, I won't be returning.

I've never been to this place before, and I've been missing out. This place goes on top of my list for rotisserie chicken and Mediterranean food choice. Their family meal value is amazing. The chicken is on smaller size but so much flavor. Their hummus is creamy soft and Tabbouleh is fresh. They give a bag of pita bread too. This definitely feed 3 person. Their garlic sauce is amazing! All this for $30 is a pretty good price for some delicious food. Compared to some other Mediterranean restaurants, this deal is pretty amazing. I am coming back.

Zankou always hits the spot. Ordered the chicken skewer plate, with tabbouleh and muttabal. Chicken is juicy and tender, tabbouleh is light and vibrant, and muttabal has a smoky note. Everything is fresh and the garlic sauce cannot be missed. Service is friendly and restaurant was clean. Overall a great location.

Heard about this place and been meaning to try it. The hype is worth it, this is the third time I swing by to grab some chicken for dinner in a month, I'm not kidding. The first time I order a variety of dishes to try them out. Ordered the falafel plate, half chicken plate and the tri-tip shawerma Plate. The chicken remains the best followed by the falafel. It's quite juicy and well seasoned and as evident by 3-visits in 1 month, delicious! Staff is friendly and helpful. The interiors is your average fast food place, clean with both indoor and outdoor seating. I definitely recommend it

I've heard about this place for months, everyone loves it! Going here I knew I was going to leave happy. My boyfriend and I ordered the same thing, the combo kabab. Sooo good. And way too much food for the both of us lol. We will definitely keep that in mind when we visit again. One plate would have been enough for us. So if you have a big appetite this is your spot. The chicken was juicy, the beef was tender. Rice cooked just right. Ambiance is what you expect out of an "elevated" fast food place. It's a little hot right at the register which is expected. We ate inside the restaurant and AC still felt pretty good. We'll be back.

Took my girlfriend here for lunch recently, she loved it. The service was OK, I felt like I was inconveniencing them with a request for more to go boxes The ambience was nice for a great lunch spot with the exception of needing to clean up every once in a while

When I'm craving some freshly made hummus I come here to Zankou Chicken. The flavors and texture of the hummus is delicious. It's not runny like some places, it's the perfect consistency. I normally order the small portion, it comes with two warm pita bread for you to enjoy. I've also had their chicken meals and they are delicious, fresh, and tasty. Service is awesome, friendly staff. Quick and efficient. Ambiance is nice, clean location and lots of seating. There's also outside seating.

You can never go wrong with Zankou Chicken! Forget cooking tonight! Remember to order extra garlic spread!

I recently tried Zankou Chicken for the first time, and I'm hooked! The garlic sauce is out of this world, and the rotisserie chicken is always tender and flavorful. The portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable. The staff is friendly and efficient, making the dining experience enjoyable. Whether you're craving a quick bite or a hearty meal, Zankou Chicken is definitely worth a try. The ambience could be a bit noisy at times but nothing overwhelming. Just regular restaurant noise ...parking can be rough in the late evenings but you will definitely find a parking spot.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Zankou Chicken, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. The meat, both chicken and steak, was incredibly juicy and cooked to perfection, making every bite a true delight. The service was exemplary as well. The cashier was exceptionally patient and offered great recommendations when we were unsure about what to order. Their attentiveness and friendliness made the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. Furthermore, the restaurant was impeccably clean, and the outdoor patio was a perfect setting for a relaxing meal. I wholeheartedly recommend Zankou Chicken to anyone in search of delicious food and excellent service. You won't be disappointed!

Second time here. My food was fine. BF's was undercooked. We didn't want to complain, so he ate the cooked parts. Halfway through, I found a hair in his rice. That's when he couldn't take another bite. He doesn't like to complain but we definitely won't be back

I love this Mediterranean spot! They are so quick and prices are reasonable! I get the kabob chicken and tabbouleh salad with the hummus, I've ate here since I was a baby and they made one close to my house! Workers are quick and the kitchen works hard, u can taste it in the chicken kabobs ! Tender and juicy and so amazing, don't change anything about it.

Customer service is poor. Seems like if you ask for Sumac, it is a trigger word for terrible service. First they'll lie to your face and say they don't have any, but then they wouldn't be able to make the food without it.... Then they'll tell you they don't give it out, but I've gotten it from them every time since they opened their doors as well as ANY Mediterranean restaurant. Finally, when you finally convince them to provide the sumac, they give you dirty looks and rolling their eyes for being a "needy" customer. Btw, only way I could get them to give me sumac was to threaten them with causing a scene. Instead of just providing a good service, they are lazy and full of attitude. Next time you're there, ask them for sumac and see what kind of pathetic service and reaction they give you.

I ordered out and got the chicken beef kabob combo and didn't know you could get two things of hummus. I'm not much for cucumber salad so the more hummus....the better. My girlfriend had the chicken bowl that her niece had last visit and got it with cilantro and feta and she enjoyed it a lot. The chicken was so damn good and dipped well in the hummus. The beef was juicy and worth the wait it came with sautéed onions and a cooked Roma tomato. They gave me a water for the wait and even helped figure out the bathroom code input. I definitely found my go to order now. We'll be coming back to order the same thing.

I LOVE Zankou Chicken!!! Customer service is always amazing here! If you're unsure about how a side tastes, they will offer a sample which is great! They are super patient, have great vibes and attitude! The food is amazingly delicious, I crave it!!! The side portions are generous and tasty. The chicken is my fave! I can eat that all day long! I would def recommend!

This review is based on a poor experience with an employee when picking up an online order: Order placed and paid for on their app for pick up on Sunday November 3 at 5:10. I arrived to the restaurant about 5:30. As usual, the place is packed with people waiting to order or receive orders. I go to the counter where orders are awaiting to be picked up. I see my name a reach for my order. Young guy, short dark hair and glasses puts his hand on top of my order and says he needs to see a confirmation number. After a long day of doing cleaning and yard work I had forgotten my phone at home, and told the employee this. He just repeated "I need to see your confirmation number". I pulled out my wallet, showed him my license that matched the name on the receipt, he looked at it, I grabbed my bag of food and he grabbed my order and tried to snatch it back repeating "I need to see a confirmation number". I had to pull my paid for order of food away from this employee, at which point I took my food and left. I understand needing to get a confirmation of who is picking up food because of unethical people, but the actions of grabbing the bag and trying to snatch it out of my hands after he confirmed the name on the receipt matched my ID is just beyond poor customer service. Needless to say I was not only embarrassed but (to use polite terms) I was beyond "upset". When I arrived home I checked my phone, which still had the Zankou app open, nowhere did it say I needed to provide a order number at pick up, nor did the email I received confirming my order. In fact the email doesn't even reference an order number. Zankou you need to do better in training your employees to use some common sense and NOT try and snatch food from someone who already paid for their order and did due diligence to prove they were picking up their own order.

I have driven by this place on numerous occasions but haven't tried it. One day I recently remember and was craving Mediterranean food. I placed an online order and the food was going to be ready in 20-30 minutes. I entered the restaurant and it was clean. They had a pickup section and the girl asked me for my name and handed me my food. I ordered the plate with two meats, cucumber salad, pita bread, garlic sauce and another sauce. The food was so fresh and so delicious. I even had leftovers because it was so much food for one person. It is a little expensive ($23) for the plate but I think it is worth it. I will definitely order here again!

Pretty big portions and the food is good! Cafeteria style and the workers are all quick. It's not too big inside but it's enough seating for the amount of people coming in.

Busy but fast service. We got the whole family meal with 2 sides. The chicken was amazing, cut in half for us and the tabbouleh is so garlicy , zesty & addictive. The garlic spread is Zankous secret weapon!

Was craving something healthy and found this place close to the new office. Small Mediterranean place with a fast food feel but healthier in my own opinion. They had the traditional slow turning vertical meat spit with four different types of meat. I didn't wish to deal with sticky hands so bypassed the shawarma and instead went for the tarna bowl with chicken. Had the side of garlic sauce which is always the highlight of any dish although had to pay the price the rest of the day. The chicken was a bit dry but overall a very good dish. Will be stopping by more often when I'm the area for sure.

I finally got a chance to try Zankou Chicken. Unfortunately I did choose the one day where they were having problems with the system this resulted in a long wait for our food but I didn't mind as the staff was very nice and it wasn't their fault. I got the shish kabob which was my favorite although the chicken was very good too! The cucumber salad was very refreshing and I'd probably get it again. The combo came with soo much food I could not finish it. I also got a large hummus which came with pita bread and I honestly didn't expect the tub to be that big. I will be returning. Also there is plenty of parking and tables to sit inside and outside.

Expect to pay a little more for rotisserie chicken compared to the grocery store, but with reason because Zankou chicken is so yummy, tasty, juicy. Can't go wrong with any of the sides or sauces. Don't skip the hummus :) This location is quite busy, you'll see lunch & dinner rushes. Although service is efficient, recommend ordering online if you're in a hurry.

Went back and tried the chicken tarna plate this time around, and now I can see what everyone is talking about. The chicken was really flavorful and had a tasty herb coating or some sort of marinade. The crazy thing about Zankou is just how great all the sauces and sides are. I had hummus, tzatziki sauce and a cucumber salad this time, and they were all the best I have ever had (again). Just top notch recipes all the way around. I would come back just to order some sides of the sauces. Lastly, I got a baklava dessert and that was better than the fancy Mediterranean restaurants downtown. It was buttery, crispy, full of fresh nuts and high quality honey. So, so good. The servers here are so friendly and helpful. Can't recommend this place enough!

The photo is my to-go order after walking across the street to my hotel with it. Didn't drop it, it just looked that rough when I opened the wrapper. That said, it was delicious, hot, and fresh tasting. Two stars removed for poor wrapping job, and one star gained for excellent service and a very short wait. Will definitely be back!

First time here trying this food I was satisfied with the delicious food and the great costumes service they have. As my first time I ask for recommendations and of course the manager offer me some samples and give me some recommendation ! i was happy the theres still people the care about their job and do a good job at it. Thanks Tania for the help i will come back to this place delicious food

UPDATE: 10/26/23 Rating: 5 STARS [THE EXPERIENCE] Spoke with Manager: Salvador about my last experience and he was super chill! Salvador recommended the Chicken Tarna BOWL because it wouldn't be dry and even went a step further to assure me that he would carve the chicken pieces himself to make sure! I really loved that! [ORDER] Chicken Tarna BOWL with Basmati rice, Cucumber Salad, Hummus, Olives and cilantro -- sides of Garlic Sauce Drink: Cucumber Mint Lemonade [OVERALL] EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING!!! Thank you Salvador for your accommodations and for hooking up my bowl. You're appreciated!!!

NGL I was so excited when I saw the coming soon sign for this location. We moved here a year ago and complained at the fact that there's no Zankou nearby. A year later, a brand spanking new Zankou appears. I walked in and Aiden assisted me in my order. It was smooth and he asked the correct questions... do I want garlic sauce and pita (yes), what my sides are, what other things I need. He offered a water cup for my wait. Thank you! If it's the usual, there's no follow up :) Also, for my morbid friends, do some research on the company.. it's very very interesting.

The food is always fresh and portions are great. My favorite casual Mediterranean restaurant. My go tos are the kabob plate with steak and chicken kabob or the beef and chicken shawarma. The sides are all great but I usually get the cucumber salad and cabbage salad.

Tbh, this shit slaps. Good Mediterranean food. I think out of all my orders, I once found a bone in my chicken wrap. No bueno, but I still came back. Decently priced, not the cheapest meal you will pay for, but delicious. As far as clean, it's not a dump, 3.5/5. You'll receive your order within 10-15 minutes. Returning customer.

I like Zankou chicken and the side dishes. The portions are generous. When I ordered my name didn't come up properly- only my first name. Though I asked for my food I was told I had to wait and wait and wait. None of the servers rechecked. I know my food sat there quite a while till the mystery was solved. Not great service in my book

Finally!!! I am so ecstatic to have a zankou so close to home. My family and friends typically frequent the Anaheim location. The LBC branch is modern, clean, and offers the same delicious classics as other Zankou locations. The family meal is such a great deal which includes a whole chicken, two large sides, pickles, and pita. The harissa and garlic sauces are amazing!! I'm not much of a white meat fan, but the roast chicken is always moist regardless if you're eating a thigh or breast. Service was fast and friendly, with team members roaming around the dining room cleaning and keeping things tidy. This location is a bit small compared to other locations and can get packed especially during lunch and the weekends.

I haven't been to a Zankou Chicken in a few years. I'm hoping they haven't all slipped in quality and that today was just an off day. This location is pretty new and it was pretty busy, but for more than $10 for a very small wrap I would think that the quality would be amazing. The wraps were tiny and the pita was dry and crumbly. The meats weren't flavorful like I remember them. Just overall a sad experience.

So thrilled to have a Zankou close by in Long Beach! I used to frequent their location in Van Nuys and it was one of my favorite take out places for lunch. I had high expectations when I visited the Long Beach site. Very happy to report definitely met my expectstions! Service was excellent. The server even posted for a picture! Very friendly and helpful. I ordered two plates to go. Both traveled well. Their portions are very generous so be prepared to share or have leftovers! Their humus, garlic and tahini sauce were all yummy! Also appreciated getting two pitas with each plate. We ordered the Tri Tip Shawerma and Chicken Tarna plates for dinner. We had it again for a second dinner the next night, just as good! The only suggestion for improvement (if management reads this), in and out people flow. There are two doors depending on which side you park and enter. One entrance is cornered off where you would order. It's difficult to get to the other entrance where you order. After you pick up your food, you are then forced to go out the other door. If there are people at the soda station, hard to get out. Remove the barriers. Parking was easy and seemed amplel. Definitely tables to dine in and some outdoor tables, however, most seemed to be taking their orders to go. Their food travels very well. Definitely will be back!

Love Zankou Chicken. So happy to have one in Long Beach. Everything always tastes fresh and even better with lots of garlic sauce!

I have eaten here before and the food is good and employees are nice however do NOT order food pick up during the dinner rush. I came in and the restaurant was packed with people waiting for food and dining in. I told the cashier that I was here to pick up an order and she told me 5 minutes. After that, I was told another 5 minutes. I waited about 20 minutes as people continuously walked up to the employee packing the food asking about their order. I finally go up to speak to him and he skims the screen, finds my order and says something to the cooks and then tells me "I'm sorry there's been a lot of orders, some people have been waiting an hour but your order will not be ready for another 40 minutes"

I just totally love Zankou and usually order family meals to share with colleagues and family who also love them. My favorite, and I think everybody's favorite is the garlic sauce. This one I do not share with anyone. Another favorite of mine is the Tabouleh salad. Service is great and when I pick up, it is always ready when promised and I do not have to wait for long. Wherever I am, I try to check where Zankou is. That's how I like Zankou!

It's finally open!! We're going to eat now but I'll be back with my full review. But nice location and friendly staff. :) Finished eating... we got the family meal to share. It was plenty of food for our initial meal plus enough left overs for later! I also got 2 wraps to go to take home to my husband who wasn't able to join us. The restaurant is a bit small but they have a cute little patio out front. I foresee parking being an issue here though, especially with the drive-thru Starbucks. If you plan on being frequent customer I recommend downloading their app. You earn points with every purchase towards free items!

We love the food and fast service. Have been going to the Hollywood one forever. So glad you came over to where we live.

Food is good but the customer service is awful. They messed up my order. We went back and they still left things out. I got a kabob plate and they got the side wrong, left out the pita, and the garlic sauce. That's half the meal!

We stopped here for lunch yesterday again. Our second time here, and the food is delicious at this location. I ordered the Falafel and hummus with beef and chicken Kebabs. They are really delicious. Zankou offer more now than just the chicken and Falafel bread. Big place off of Lakewood Blvd. I love the outdoor seating. Its just one of the best locations with a good view.