“First time at Dave’s Hot Chicken and was very pleased with the service. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by a very friendly and patient cashier. She gave us quick overview of the menu and spice levels. When we took a seat we were offered sample of the slushy flavors. Super pleased with my first experience.“
“Akbar read your reviews and checked out your photos. Neither lied. Food was great and at a fair price for what we got. The double Michelin Burger and Chicken Sandwich were both great. Only negative was it was pouring rain and busy, hence think they were backed up, took awhile to get our order but worth the wait.“
“We found this Indo-Pak restaurant in a Google search. We were glad that we tried the food here. The food they served had a homemade taste. We ordered Lamb Shank Pulao, whole chicken masala, chat samosa, puri, and naan. Everything was so delicious. Puri and naan were soft; I never tasted naan that soft anywhere else. Best food!!! The price was so reasonable. You cannot buy two samosas for $3 in any restaurant. The lamb shank pulao was only $17. The quality and taste are ultimate. The place was more welcoming, and the owner was so friendly. This restaurant is owned by him, his wife, and his younger son. Thanks again for the lovely food and hospitality“
“This is a long overdue review of our favorite Halal Pakistani restaurant in the IE! No other Pakistani/Indian restaurant compares to the flavors of the dishes here. If you’re looking for the best Pakistani food near you, stop scrolling and come visit this hidden gem! With the quality of the dishes, it’s no surprise that the locals keep coming back for more. As a small and humble family business, you can truly taste the passion they have for creating fresh and delicious dishes packed with immensely rich flavors.⏳Wait times can be a bit longer during lunch hours since they have minimal staff. But honestly, it’s worth the wait for fresh quality food. The gentleman, Fizaan, is the owner’s son and basically helps run the place for his fam and proudly helps cook some of the food during peak hours. He was welcoming, friendly, and attentive.?️ We have visited on several occasions & have gotten take out many times. Dining in while the food is hot and fresh is the best. The photos here show a Combo Plate option and a Sunday Lunch a-la-carte portion size. A more economical option is visiting during their lunch time from Tues to Friday from 11am-3pm for the combo plate which includes your choice of protein, salad, rice and a side of naan.The A-La-Carte options are great to share for two. All items pictured are our go-to favorites! Loved the Veggie Samosa appetizer! The subtle smoky taste of the Baingan Bharta, the rich flavors of the Chicken Karahi & Paneer Tikka Masala are absolutely delicious. I like the fact that these are not as oily or greasy as the other Desi restaurants we have tried. The a-la-carte dishes come alone, so if you want a side of rice, there are a couple rice options to choose from. Their garlic naan was soft, warm, and addicting with each dip into their flavorful sauces. Their Mango Lassi was sweet and refreshing! I liked the perfect balance of all the ingredients. Other versions I have tried at other restaurants were either too sour or too bland, which made me hesitant to try it - but I am glad I decided to try their version! If you’re not a fan of Mango Lassi but want a mango drink, they also offer Mango juice, which is just as yummy and refreshing. Many other authentic drink options as well.I always highly recommend this place to all my friends & will keep coming back when I’m in the area!Vegetarian options: Lots of yummy vegetarian options! ?Parking: Plenty of parking at this low-key strip mall“
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“Najwas is a wonderful, comfortable spot to come through for some hearty, tasty food. The fact that it's a combo restaurant with Angelos just makes the menu so incredibly broad.While I'll agree with others and say that the Angelos Spaghetti may not be the highlight, the sandwiches from that 'side' of the restaurant tend to be simple and filling. I do miss the 'salad bar' of accoutrements that the 'old' Angelos used to provide.With that said, the highlight of this place is Najwa's Mediterranean dishes. While a bit pricier than most counter-order style spaces, many of the dishes are quite reasonable.This particular visit my family and I picked out a bunch of the appetizers and sides to share. The lentil soup is a particular favorite. I don't know what illegal substance they sprinkle on the fried crunchy croutons adorning the soup, but I could eat a bucket full, and they add a wonderful crunch to the smooth lentil soup.The fried cauliflower florets were also a total hit at our table. The edges crispy, but not too greasy, and seasoned well, these were devoured quickly.The roasted broccoli florets with feta and lemon were a bit less of a hit. I think were they roasted much longer, with singed edges and a 'sauce' of feta and lemon added, they'd be better. They were still good dipped in the provided tahini sauce, but we probably wouldn't get them again.The schwarma fries with vegetarian chicken alternative meat were also tasty, although expensive. When are 'smothered and covered' friend-anything NOT tasty, though.Finally, we got a 'triple dip sampler' of hummus, baba ghanoush, and mutabal. The hummus, as has been mentioned over and over is top tier. Absolutely delicious. I personally very much enjoyed the baba ghanoush. The mutabal was a new flavor for me, but it was a fun taste to experiment with.All in all, this spot is a great place to grab a relatively quick, affordable bite and I recommend a visit. I do wish there was a bit more provided in the serving sizes for the price, but I still highly recommend this spot.Vegetarian options: They have vegetarian alternatives for nearly every meat option on the menu. I also feel that most of the meals are delicious even if you just leave the meat off the item.“
“Food was immaculate just incredible, I’ve never tasted something this good in my life ! I definitely recommend coming here. If you love chicken the way I do, this is the perfect spot for you. The wait time was less than 10 minutes, I was surprised seeing how it was busy but they got to everyone quick. I received the best service from the cashier Joey, he had such a great attitude, and very polite !“
“Im a ucr student and I love this place!! The pita chips are sooo delicious. Every time I go the staff is so friendly that I’m honestly thinking about applying. The manager and supervisors are so helpful. I had an incident where I ordered the wrong thing and they were so accommodating and understanding. If you want great service and food, make sure to check it out! ?“
“Best shawarma and shawarma fries. I loved the sauces and the meat was high quality and good. It is worth going to and the prices are really good for the amount of food given. I recommend everyone to come. Best middle eastern food in California.“
“Introduction-This is a Pakistani restaurant. But, they serve some Indian dishes also. As an Indian Asian, this is an average restaurant for me.Quality & experience-The food quality is of course good, but the taste of the dishes are so & so. I believe the owner sits as the cashier & she is a good person. If you don't know about the dishes or have a specific desire for a dish or taste, take her help. She'll guide you to enjoy your meal. If you want to try out Indo-Pak food or first timer, this could be an try-out restaurant for you. The place is clean & tidy. Have seperate restroom for men & ladies and they are cleen. Have plenty of sittings.Menu & price-They don't have a menu. So, you won't be able to know the name, how it is prepared, what is/are in it & the price of the dish. Be assure, most (95℅) of the pulaow (basmati rice), biriyani, meat, kabab, veggie, and daal (lentils) dish items price are $12.99 to $15.99 and enough for 2 person. If you have a big appetite, then 1 order is more than enough. Garlic butter Naan is $6.99. Lassi is $3.99. Their serving portion is more than other Indo-Pak restaurants.Buffet-Sunday is the best day to go as they have the buffet for $15.99 per person from 12 pm to 4 pm. Other days of the week are Ala cart (by order only).Business hours-Their regular business hours are from 12pm to 8pm. But I suggest going earlier/ daytime, as the location swarms with homeless people.Location-Located in a nice and quiet part of Riverside close to freeway. Also closed by homeless people's living area. It has a nice view of mountains. Has a lot of free parking & is wheelchair accessible.“
“First time here. I had the MINI BABA COMBO. I've been to many Nashville chicken restaurants and this one was ok. Not bad. But was probably last on all I've been to. I ordered hot level and it was not hot at all. The side I chose was macaroni and cheese, and it was good. Service was good. Baba' is located at the food lab in Riverside. So there are many other places to choose from as well. It's pretty loud inside but there's a lot of outside seating as well that is not loud.“
“Great food with quick service. The food is flavorful. I will be visiting New York in a few months and I will be comparing tasting notes from their original locations which are the food carts in NYC. The location is clean. I had taken our food to go. I could have used more garlic in the hummus, but that is just me.“
“BRAH I swear that little Mexican lady in the back can fry some chicken . And it's all Halal meat so that means they pray over it and stuff right? No seriously the chicken pieces are normal size and is almost always fresh(at night), there's a bunch of stuff going on if you do go at night, your almost ALWAYS guaranteed a good laugh or a good " TF " moment. Oh did I mention it's a gas station so yeah it's a small little building and almost every surface is greasy. Even the sodas behind the glass . But trust me the chicken and those dang honey butter biscuits are THE Shii. Just look past the greasy air, the bums , the guy over there scratching his junk then asking for change with said junk scratching hand, the loud music, the DoorDashers, the sometimes rude staff, the impatient chicken consumers who only came in for a 2 piece and a greasy lovely honey butter biscuit. Did I mention I LOVE THIS PLACE?“