Yum Yum kabob in Guelph

43 Cork St E, Guelph, ON N1H 2W8, Canada

★★★★★
(123 reviews)
Categories: Restaurant

About

Persian and Afghan cuisines (Dine in)

Website
yumyumkabab.ca
Address
43 Cork St E, Guelph, ON N1H 2W8, Canada
Plus Code
GQV2+X6 Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
11 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–10 PM
Wednesday
11 AM–10 PM
Thursday
11 AM–10 PM
Friday
11 AM–11 PM
Saturday
11 AM–11 PM
Sunday
11 AM–10 PM

Services

Service options
Kerbside pickup Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
Coffee
Dining options
Dinner
Atmosphere
Casual
Payments
Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.8
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123 reviews

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★★★★★
December 14, 2024

We tried soup, bread, tea and a variety of kabobs and everything was of excellent quality. Service was so good, and all the food came fast. A must visit! The presentation is ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

★★★★★
December 14, 2024

Absolutely wonderful food and service was delightful. We ordered a Shazia salad, the bread, a chicken kabob and a meatball stew (Fesenjun) - all very tasty; the chicken which was juicy and tasty, the bread which was really soft fresh and we'd never had this stew before but it was very tasty. We were served by Nargis and she was so pleasant and made us laugh. They will begin their Afghan food menu next week so we will definitely be returning to try that!

★★★★★
December 10, 2024

Yum Yum Kabab is hands down one of the best places to enjoy authentic and flavorful food! Every dish is cooked to perfection, with rich spices and fresh ingredients that truly stand out. The kababs are tender, juicy, and absolutely delicious – a must-try for anyone who loves great food. The portions are generous, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality you get. The staff is friendly and attentive, adding to the overall wonderful dining experience. I highly recommend Yum Yum Kabab for anyone looking for an unforgettable meal!

★★★★★
November 26, 2024

Decided to try something new and was highly impressed. Woman gave amazing service with a complimentary tea and lentil soup. I ordered the Baghali Polo and Mahiche. Delicious dill rice and tender lamb shank. My friends ordered the Kabob bowl and Chicken Leg & Zereshk polo. We all got enough food for 2-3 meals. 5 stars recommend you try asap

★★★★★
October 26, 2024

It’s a very good place to enjoy the meal. The waitress is very nice. Offering everything we need. And the food is very tasty. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to try kabob food and Iran food. I believe it’s a great experience and you will enjoy it as well.

★★★★
October 18, 2024

Review update after a month: We did go back after a month or so and tried the Gheimeh Stew. It was perfect. The yogurt and stuffed olive is also great. Old review: The food was good but the experience of dining there was great. We were greeted warmly with complimentary soup, and at the end with complimentary tea. The waitress was also very nice. We would definitely go back.

★★★★★
October 3, 2024

We were just walking by and decided to eat here on whim, and I'm so glad we did! We got the kabob plate for two, which, as it turns out, could have fed three. Everything exceeded our expectations. The food was high quality, the flavours were delicious, and the presentation was beautiful. It even came with complementary tea at the end of our meal in lovely little glasses with gold detail. The staff were so warm and offered explanations of the menu items that we weren't familiar with. Definitely the best restaurant experience I've had in a while.

★★★★★
September 7, 2024

Today was the opening of this Persian restaurant in Guelph, the first of its kind in the city. I really enjoyed the environment and the food. They could definitely benefit from automating their ordering and billing system with the use of technology. After reviewing the menu and comparing it with another restaurant in Toronto like Khaki, I noticed that the prices here are $3-$5 higher. They could definitely benefit from adjusting their pricing Today was the first day, long way to go!

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

The food and service were excellent and the staff were friendly, but the restaurants atmosphere is designed in such a way that the comings and goings of the staff or people related to food (delivery) are very evident. In terms of temperature, the atmosphere was a little colder than usual, but to enjoy the delicious Iranian food, fresh and hot bread and tea are definitely recommended after the meal.

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

Mina she is the best best more than best

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

Mina is the best

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

Actually was an amazing experience, everything was great. Mina is the best

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

Excellent!Thanks Mina

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

Amazing food and fantastic service.

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

Excellent food, personalized service. Great. You must go.

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

Best kabob. They served the food warm. Quality was high. The meat was so tender.

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

Welcoming and great hospitality. Food was excellent. Lentil soup was a bonus and absolutely delicious. The chicken breast was very tender and seasoned to reflect the restaurant s name YUM . Finishing the meal with Cardamon tea was relaxing and and flavourful- would we come back absolutely!!! Very generous portions (leftovers for tomorrow ).What a great way to finish up a lovely evening.

★★★★★
December 20, 2024

Taraneh and Maryam are the best.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 20, 2024

Food was awesome and service very quick and friendly! Will come back

★★★★★
December 20, 2024

Amazing food. Lovely service! High quality, great ambience.

★★★★★
December 19, 2024

Great food and service at this restaurant! Ordered the chicken kabob with saffron rice and the service from the lady was quick and very pleasant. Have been there twice now, its my go to restaurant in Guelph now.

★★★★★
December 19, 2024

The Hostess Mina was very friendly and welcoming. She explained everything. food was superb.. And fit fo King.. will definitely come back to this place. Aldo Food : 5/5

★★★★
December 18, 2024

Nargis helped was and was very sweet!! Great service!

★★★★★
December 18, 2024

The food is great, portion sizes are big. Narges (our server) was very accommodating.

★★★★★
December 18, 2024

The food is fresh and delicious! Nargis took great care of us!

★★★★★
December 18, 2024

Food has good quality and specially excellent service. ( It was provided by Narges)

★★★★
December 18, 2024

I had a wonderful experience there. The service was exceptional, especially thanks to our waitress, Narges. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect for us. Her professionalism and warm attitude truly stood out.

★★★★★
December 17, 2024

Good food Good Service

★★★★★
December 17, 2024

High quality service and food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 16, 2024

The food was very delicious and staff were very nice and friendly. I recommend them again.

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

Food is delicious, big portions , garnished nicely so appetizing The severe warm welcome was a good start she was very friendly ,and attractive to us. All together a pleasant experience .YES I recommend it .we sure would go back again with friends and family

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

Good eats!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Yum Yum Kabab is a hidden gem for food lovers! Their kababs are bursting with flavor, cooked perfectly every time, and served with care. The menu offers a variety of delicious options, ensuring there s something for everyone to enjoy. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff treats you like family. It s an excellent place for gatherings with friends and family. Don t forget to ask about their great discounts for an even better experience. Highly recommend this spot for a memorable meal.

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

Yum Yum Kabab is simply outstanding! From the moment you walk in, the warm and inviting atmosphere sets the tone for an amazing dining experience. Their kababs are an absolute delight perfectly cooked, seasoned to perfection, and full of authentic flavors. The variety on the menu ensures there s something for everyone. The staff is incredibly friendly and goes out of their way to make you feel welcome. It s a must-visit spot for food lovers, and we highly recommend it to all friends and family. Be sure to ask about their fantastic discounts you won t be disappointed. Thank you, Yum Yum Kabab, for setting the bar so high .

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Friendly service, very good food

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

One of the most amazing kabobs I had in Guelph! Excellent service too!

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

Best place to eat in Guelph! The food and service is top notch. You can t go wrong with the kebabs. Chicken breast skewer was specially next level.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Highly recommended

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

Everything was amazing at this new Persian restaurant. All the dishes we ordered was cooked to perfection and presented beautifully. Nargis was very friendly and provided great recommendations. Finally the restaurant and amenities was very clean.

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

I think this is the best Persian restaurant I ve ever been to!

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

I tried koobideh kabob and it was great.

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Happy to have persian food here in Guelph. My family and I had to give it a try. We really like it, great service .good food. generous portions. Thank you ;) we will be back again next Sunday , this time with our guests.

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

great tasting meal, large portions for an excellent price, friendly staff, brought out tea and cookies after the meal

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

I am so happy that there is a persian restaurant in Guelph. Everything is great and I should say Donya was the yong lady who provided me the service at the day I went. She is so friendly and helpful. Parking: Free stress parking for 2 hours during weekdays.

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

The food was amazing, staff is so freindly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

We had lunch today at Yum Yum Kabob, and it was an excellent experience! The staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly. The food was not only delicious but also beautifully presented, with great attention to quality. To make the experience even more special, they treated us to complimentary soup as a starter and tea with biscuits for dessert, which was such a thoughtful touch. Having visited Persian restaurants in Toronto, I can confidently say this one surpasses them in terms of hospitality and overall experience. Highly recommended!

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Delicious food with perfect customer service. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 24, 2024

Great food and service. Good amount of food for the money too. Kid-friendliness: Took our toddler. He loved it. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 24, 2024

Very good

★★★★★
November 24, 2024

Yum Yum Kabob Guelph is hands down the best spot for kabob in town! The flavors are super delicious and authentic, and everything is crafted with top-quality ingredients. The atmosphere is lovely and welcoming. I recommend that you check it out and try some of these favorites: Kabob Torsh, Koobide Kabob, Jooje Kabob, Fesenjun, Shirazi, and/or Kashke Bademjan you won t be disappointed! A must-visit in downtown Guelph!!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Great food! Very friendly service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Really awesome place, awesome food will surely revisit again sooon

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Very good

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

I went there with friends and we all loved it. Food was really good. Also they have amazing staffs Food

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Great service Best place for the best food Food

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

If you re looking for an authentic Iranian culinary experience, this place is a must-visit! From the moment you walk in, youre welcomed with warm hospitality. The menu is filled with traditional Persian dishes, each one better than the last. The kabobs are grilled to perfection tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The saffron rice with a sprinkle of barberries is heavenly, and the stews are rich and deeply aromatic, especially the Ghormeh Sabzi. Don t forget to end your meal with Persian tea and a slice of Baklava. The servers were attentive and friendly, which made the experience even more special. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to explore Persian cuisine its a true hidden gem!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

We celebrated a special occasion here, and it couldn t have been more perfect! The hospitality was beyond welcoming, making us feel like family. The koobideh kabab was tender and flavorful, the jooje kabab juicy with the perfect char, and the kaseh kabab a mix of chicken, beef, and savory pieces was absolutely delicious. The staff even went out of their way to make our celebration memorable with extra touches that made the night unforgettable. Highly recommend this spot for incredible Persian food and warm, genuine hospitality!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Just. WOW. I m just finishing my lunch at Yum Yum Kabob, and I couldn t even wait to finish my tea before posting. The service was warm and welcoming. Food was spectacular (I tried the chicken and ground beef kabob). The portions were very generous. The extra touches like lentil soup to start and tea & biscuit to finish were absolutely amazing. I ll definitely be back for more!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Very delicious chicken kabob, friendly service! Will definitely visit again

★★
November 22, 2024

The long wait really put a damper on the experience. If you re ordering, be prepared for a lengthy wait time (sometimes more than an hour!!)

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Stopped in for dinner here on a whim and was served a very memorable plate of food. The tahdig, koobideh, barg, and homemade bread were all soo divine. Will be dreaming about them for weeks. Not only was the food alone worth going back for, but with such generous and warm service, this place is hard to beat <3

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Amazing food, great service

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

We were enjoyed

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

We tried their kabob for the first time and it wsd absolutely amazing! Also came with a side soup and fresh naan (bread). 5 stars!!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

The foods were fine. Their friendly demeanour made us feel welcome and relaxed.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Delious food , Excellent Service, & friendly Atmosphere , highly recommand this resturant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

I really enjoyed food and had fun there, people working there are very friendly. You can have your birthday or any celebration there , they co operation with you to make it the best.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Thanks for coming to our city. I love your food. Kobideh was Amazing Food : 5/5

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

It is just amazing

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

The food is amazing, portion size is perfect. Service was friendly. Great atmosphere. Highly recommended.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Food was amazing

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Our server trane was super nice and very good to explain everything to us it was an amazing experience for me and my friend Eric. We definitely bringing more of our friends and family here thank you very much.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

It is very delicious and I recommend everyone to try it

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Everything at Yum Yum was absolutely delicious! Its definitely one of the best Iranian restaurants in Canada. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

I absolutely enjoyed dinner with my friends at Yumyum Kabob! The koobideh and barg were so delicious but the highlights were the fresh bread and marinated olives (zeyton parvardeh) served as appetizers. Our super welcoming host, Maryam jan, made our experience even more enjoyable. We re so thrilled to finally have a Perisan restaurant in Guelph that offers our favourite dishes!

October 22, 2024

I try so many time food is v good but last week. I go with family I saw it s like night club. Then I wake out. I don t no it s hala or not it s look like night club

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Amazing food and service. Will definitely be coming back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Very nice authentic food

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Really amazing

★★
October 22, 2024

I did order take out so I can t speak of the service nor the environment. The staff seemed friendly though. I ordered a Vaziri, the food is very average. I hope other foods are better, although I won t be trying them, as for me, kabab quality speaks to the rest of the options. If you really crave persian food, it is fine I guess, because it is the only one in Guelph. But Toronto and even Kitchener have way better options.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Excellent food and service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Great food. Generous portions. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Excellent greeting, customer service, nice place, and friendly servers. The food was excellent. Extremely recommend this place. I am definitely interested in going to this restaurant again. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

The best kabob place in gulph. Highly recommended

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Yam Yam Kebab and I cant say enough about how wonderful the experience was! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and outstanding hospitality. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable and well taken care of throughout the entire evening. Every dish we tried was a burst of flavor, beautifully presented, and cooked to perfection. If youre looking for a place that offers not just a meal, but a memorable dining experience, Yam Yam Kebab is definitely worth a visit. I cant wait to return and try more of their delicious offerings. Highly recommended!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

This restaurant has such a cozy and charming atmosphere! From the moment you walk in, you feel right at home. The warm lighting and comfortable seating make it an ideal place for a relaxed meal. We had the Vaziri. The juicy chicken was the stand out. Overall, would rate 5/5. Worth a repeat visit!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Thanks donya for your arrangement.Everything was perfect.We enjoyed it.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

I ordered vaziri kebab and it was delicious. The portion is huge.i will be back.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Heres a smooth translation of your text: I attended the grand opening of Guelphs first Iranian restaurant, and despite the large crowd, the quality of the food was excellent. Two days later, I returned with my wife. She s usually very particular, but for the first time, she really enjoyed the food at this restaurant. The restaurant has a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. I highly recommend you try the dishes here!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Very good quality. If you want to try real Persian kabob that is the right place.

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Good place for kabob

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

This places food was amazing. Also the costomer service was great.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

An absolute gem! The perfect blend of authentic Persian and Afghan flavors, served in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Highly recommend for anyone looking to experience rich, delicious cuisine and excellent service Kid-friendliness: They have so many gifts for kids and care about them

September 22, 2024

I went there based on the review The tomato was burned and the meat was raw Maybe I wasn t the lucky one to get these, but honest I didn t enjoy the food Food : 1/5

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

The food was amazing! The kabob were so soft and succulent with perfectly cooked rice. Loved the butter with rice.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Exceptional koobide! I ll definitely be back. Thanks for the great food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Pretty much only Persian option in town, but also an amazing spot! Ive gone 3-4 days in a row now for lunch. Had the shank, kabob koobideh, and two of the stews. All 10/10