Kabob Hut in Waterloo

170 University Ave W, Waterloo, ON N2L 3E9, Canada

★★★★☆
(620 reviews)
Categories: Persian restaurant Halal restaurant Middle Eastern restaurant

About

Pared-down restaurant serving up simple Persian eats such as kebabs, butter chicken & biryani.

Website
kabobhutcanada.com
Address
170 University Ave W, Waterloo, ON N2L 3E9, Canada
Plus Code
FFC6+PF Waterloo, 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–10 PM
Saturday
11 AM–10 PM
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
No-contact delivery Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Halal food Happy-hour food Healthy options Late-night food Small plates Vegetarian options
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Seating
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.4
★★★★☆
620 reviews

Most Mentioned

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5 stars
416
4 stars
113
3 stars
41
2 stars
14
1 stars
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★★★★★
December 12, 2024

Came in earlier today and was greeted very warmly by the man working. The food was absolutely delicious! 10/10 Highly recommend if looking for comfort food after a long day. Will definitely be back!

★★★★★
November 18, 2024

Absolutely amazing every single time!! I love coming here, the portions are huge and I always have leftovers to take home.

★★★★★
June 6, 2024

I highly recommend this place, you will leave your stomach satiated and your soul satisfied. I tried it for the first time today and went with their recommendation , tender succulent meat. Warm hospitality. Absolutely beautiful tea. Made a regular Thursday very special. Hope you enjoy it too !

★★★★★
April 16, 2024

I've heard that Persian food is not just a means of sustenance - it's a means of celebration, a symbol of identity, a form of art, and a way to express love and connection. Trying this across the Pacific in a small Canadian city was an experience on its own, for which I will always be grateful to Kabob Hut (170 University Ave W, Waterloo, ON N2L 39). A warm eatery serving top-tier Persian food, this place is now my new go-to every time I crave a good kebab. When I went there, I ordered 2 mini koobideh dishes. A perfectly grilled, elongated skewer of seasoned ground beef, expertly mixed with grated onions, salt and pepper, the koobideh boasted a charred, slightly crispy exterior while retaining its succulent, smoky essence bursting with rich flavors! Served on a bed of saffron basmati rice with grilled tomato, the dish was utterly aromatic, taking me back to my childhood trips to the spice bazaars of Asia! With commendable service and reasonable prices for their student patrons, Kabob Hut's fully halal menu is worth trying at least once when you visit Waterloo. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an expertly prepared plate of Persian cuisine! To hear more about this review, follow us @eatinontario on Instagram, TikTok, & Facebook. ✨🤩🙏

★★★★★
November 19, 2023

I ordered chicken kabob and their wednesday special ( zereshk polo). I am not a big fan of tomato flavoured stuff but that was delicious. The polo was sooo flavourful, juicy and tender and the kabobs were really soft. It was my first time ordering from them and their CS was very good as well. Definitely recommend. 10/10

★★★★
November 16, 2023

I recently dined at Kabobhut and had a delightful experience. I ordered the Joojeh Kabob and Lamb Boneless Kabob, and I must say, the meal was a treat for the taste buds. The Joojeh Kabob featured tender and flavorful chicken that was cooked to perfection. The chicken had a wonderful blend of spices that made each bite a delight. Similarly, the Lamb Boneless Kabob was a hit. The lamb was incredibly tasteful. The only minor suggestion I have is regarding the salad. While it was not bad at all, I would recommend not including macaroni in the salad. It felt a bit out of place in an otherwise delicious meal. The service at Kabobhut was excellent. The staff was attentive, friendly, and efficient, making our dining experience all the more enjoyable. The food was also presented with care and attention to detail. I would certainly recommend Kabobhut to anyone looking for a flavorful and well-presented meal.

★★★★
September 30, 2023

Tried this place for a quick lunch. The service and the food were good. We were offered salad and hot tea free of charge. The price was fair.

★★★★★
September 14, 2023

One of the best Persian restaurants in Waterloo. The taste is fantastic. The meet is so tender and juicy. Love the spices flavour. Cooked & grilled perfectly. It is a 5 stars for sure. I highly recommend. It is in the university area that's why I gave 4 stars for atmosphere as I think this type of restaurant should have more space and outside seating. The inside seating is great. They serve tea after the meal as complimentary from restaurant. Great service really. Very nice staff . I'm planning to get my family next time

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 16, 2024

Best Persian food in Waterloo!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 9, 2024

Best chicken and biryani rice Ive ever discovered.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 2, 2024

Local favourite, and honestly the best Persian cuisine around. The service is always very friendly, portions are generous and the food is excellent.

★★★★★
December 2, 2024

Great experience with the food and service I like the atmosphere and of course the tea after food :) Food

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Best restaurant in the city any genre any cuisine.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Good portion good price

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Hands down, the best Persian food in the Kitchener Waterloo area.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Great staff. Delicious food. Affordable menu. Bunch of Specials for every day of the week.

★★★★
October 23, 2024

Great comfort Persian food. Only thing I wish was for Ghormeh Sabzi which is only served on Mondays.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

Great food, amazing atmosphere and the best service. Feels like family here!

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

everytime i miss home i eat here and it never fails to make me feel better

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Must have Kabab

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Great food, service and hospitality. Thank you!

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

BEST FOOD, best service! a must try for sure!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Best customer service Nice food

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

I highly recommend this restaurant. The food is good here and I will come again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

The people there are really nice and friendly. I wish they had more food options, but the food they do have is delicious.

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

Amazing food and amazing people give them a try.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

The food tastes amazing, ingredients are always fresh. This is the best healthy option in the plaza, especially for a high protein meal. Atmosphere is great too. The owners are super nice and really care about quality of service.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

A hidden gem in Waterloo. This place is one of a kind, the food is delicious, portions are generous (more than what the pictures in the menu shows) the service is outstanding. Easily the best kobabs in the region. Even the plain rice is unique. The flavours are delicate and balanced. The lamb shank is a must have. I will be visiting again. The place a clean and tastefully decorated. Thank you for a wonderful meal. Parking: It s an open parking lot free to use.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

I came here today and the Customer service was amazing. I usually dont say this type of stuff about most food places but this time I had to. The food was very good and came in large portions for a good price. The staff were very nice. I 100% recommend this place.

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

Phenomenal service, the owners make you feel right at home! Great portion sizes and delicious food, could not recommend this place more. Would give more stars if I could!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Delicious food, generous portions, great service, homey atmosphere. This is our familys go-to place whenever we crave Persian food, especially the Koobideh Kabob - that one is our favorite. Wed probably try the Chicken Biryani next time.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Absolutely fantastic meal! Koobideh Kabob, Joojeh Kabob, and the special! Fresh & hot with quick clean service. Cool, quiet, and relaxing atmosphere, as well. Definitely stop by!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Highly recommended ,and it is Really worth your money Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Amazing food, music, service. Excellent place to waffle. Complementary tea for group later in evening. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

I got sultani and jojeh Kabab! Its amazing! So happy with the food and quality!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

The food was incredibly tasty , portions were great and the service is amazing. Would definitely recommend and come back

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Great place for authentic and delicious Persian food. I work nearby and get food here very frequently, the food tastes delicious, consistent and, they have an easy online ordering platform you can order from and pick up. I believe it is also a family run restaurant so you know theyre putting all the love and effort in it! Highly recommend their wraps, vaziri plate and the gheimeh on Thursdays...so good!

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Overall its one of my favorite restaurants but its a bit pricey $

★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Been coming here for a decade now and Ive always loved the food. The kabobs are great but I also highly recommend the specialty meals that are served on specific days. I would give them 5 stars if only they could improve their salad game and price the yoghurts more reasonably.

★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Authentic Persian and Large portions!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

We ordered Lamb shank, it was really nice. Meat was tendered properly. They also gave us complimentary Kawah (its a hot drink). I strongly recommend them to give a try atleast once. From Customer Service to Food everything went well. Thank you fof your great food, slso serving is generous.

February 23, 2024

The menu with the pictures and the photos on the reviews by other customers were absolutely different then at the menu at the store. They were sold out on barq kabob. The lady denied about the pictures of menu on Google. Rice were very tasteless. Very disappointing.

Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Didnt like it. I would prefer Yum Yum kabob. Not welcoming. Seemed like they were fedup.

★★★★
February 23, 2024

Good and friendly people who make good food.

★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

As a Persian foodie person I can confirm that the dish they are serving is anything but Persian!! Kabab koubideh which is a signature Iranian dish here tastes so weirdly spicy. Very expensive for the quality and very poor customer service. Food : 2/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

So I Love the food here, it s a bit pricey but portions are good. Dine in is Ok but I have done it and they do a pleasant job although probably not a good idea if you are in big groups as the place is small. Food

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

I order shank lamb , koobideh, and barg all of them were really delicious and tender . I recommend all of them specifically shank lamb food which is recently aided to the menu

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Fresh huge portions, delicious and simple food. Pricing is great they undercut everyone. Has tasted the exact same for 20 years, the consistency and home cooked taste is why I keep coming back.

★★★★★
January 23, 2024

Best simple fresh food. Soup was the best.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Recently better portion of food n service. Pricey for students but with larger portion of food its worth it. Keep up the Quality of food. Food

December 23, 2023

we went there yesterday, the management has changed, food is absolutely awful, I will no longer go here, they used to have the best kebabs, no longer, very sad

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best Iranian food I ever had. Friendly staff.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Authentic and delicious. Very kind to guests, gives free tea.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Highly recommended Kabob hot delicious high quality food

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best Kabob in Waterloo. Worth the price. Amazing customer service, received free tea and salad on different occasions

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

If you want good food, and get treated like family come here

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

What a happy place! Had a dinner here . Absolutely delicious food. Great kabobs. Very pleasant service since the moment we entered till we left. Definitely recommend this place for an ethnic food and just for a great time!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great quality food and amazing taste.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Their beef kabobs were really good, juicy and tender. The rice, fries, salad and yogurt dip was acceptable but nothing great. The service was amazing, Mosin was very nice and welcoming to my family and I. Would come back to satisfy my kabob cravings in the future.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

It was a very tasty meal and a very good restaurant so it deserves a 5 star

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Very cozy, clean, yummy food, good quantity. Very friendly and generous. Definitely coming back.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Tasty foofd, friendly staff and affordable price. The pot of Tea was bonus it was 3 cups. Thank you

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I recommend it , Everything was perfect

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Food was delicious. Portion was reasonable. We were a big group of 35. Service was very good and Mr Moshir (the owner) was very welcoming. I recommend it 100%

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Kabob Hut serves the best Persian cuisine in KW. Koobideh and Barg are my favorites here and they serve together with rice and fries. Staffs are very kind and they usually bring tea and sugar cube as a desert which is perfectly match with the entrée foods. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very kind staff, good portions, and also theyre doing a ~15 year anniversary discount (which is 25% off) - got this discount on Jan 28th so I dont know how itll last. The grilled tomato wasnt burnt and the rice wasnt too oily (which seems to be the shortcoming of many other Kabob places in KW region, but not this one). They added three seasoning containers / packets, when some other places only give you one container of garlic sauce and thats it, which I thought was a nice addition

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

My wife and I visited kabob hut today, we moved to cambridge 2 years ago we have been looking for an authentic PERSIAN kabob place, we have tried a few in the TRI-CITY and none compared to this place we used to drive to yonge & Steeles in north York the owner is extremely friendly and makes sure you get the best quality of food and service this is how you keep your quality consistent!! We are truly happy to have found a place close to home!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

It s great to see authentic Persian food! I ordered zereshk pollo was very delicious. Amir was very friendly.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The food blew me away, this is the best Persian cuisine Ive ever had. The service was great too, everyone there is friendly and welcoming, great ambiance. Cant wait to go back!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Literally just finished the food. It was delicious, and also halal. Reasonable prices, and very polite people.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Halal. I love this place, authentic persian cuisine. I got the waziry kabob takeout, comes with a skewer of beef kabob and choice of chicken legs or breast skewer as well. Massive takeout container, comes with rice and grilled tomato. It also came with some fries on the side! I also got a pomegranate drink on the side. They currently have a 25% off discount which is perfect for students like me.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Today we bought kabab kobideh and chicken joojeh takeout from Kabob Hut.I am so happy so see the presentation and quality of packaging they did .The quality ,taste and presentation of food is Amazing and appetizing !! KABOB HUT has maintaining the quality of food for Long. We bought food from there time to time in past couple of years and also in 2017-2019.I would like to say Thanks for the dedicated and hard working staff. KABOB HUT is Best Local Waterloo restaurant!!

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I was there a few days ago. Staff were nice and friendly. However as a customer I was not feeling comfortable the owner of restaurant seating in the customer area and looking outside. It was wierd!! The restaurant was very stylish and clean. But the chicken kebab I ordered made me sick at night and my stomach hurted. Im not sure why this happened. Maybe they keep chicken for a long time in the fridge or lack of hygiene!!! I wont go there again even with %50 off!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Ive been here a number of times and its always been a good experience! Its a little on the expensive end, but they usually have some kind of deal going on which gives a good quantity of good quality food for a decent price that I highly recommend going with. The only major complaint I have about this place is that their fries are kinda bad.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I guess the owner changed . I am so glad to finally get delicious Persian Kabob in Waterloo and I don t need to drive all the way to Toronto to experience a good Persian food . Good job Kabob hut . I have already recommended this restaurant to many other Persian food fans !

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Good Service, Good Food, Friendly staff,,,

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The BEST KABOB HUT IS THE BEST IN WATERLOOOOOOO HELLLLLL YEAHHHHH

December 23, 2023

Bad quality .

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Large portions and the meat was super tasty!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Rice was very soft and fluffy. Koobideh was juicy and authentic!

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The beef wrap, chicken wrap and soltani kabob we ordered was insipid, didnt feel any taste. Furthermore they charged me $4.50 for couple bottles of drinking water where you can buy a whole case of 24 bottles for $1.99. I do not recommend this place...

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Close to University of Waterloo. Tried joojeh kabob and it was delicious! Reasonable portion and price.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The food here is very generous, and the price is low comparing to other restaurants in the plaza. The atmosphere was great and the service was amazing. Would totally recommend this place for gathering of friends.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great quality Persian Kabob

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The food is extremely delicious and service is excellent. The girl who took our order was super nice and friendly it s a wonderful restaurant.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing kabob service excellent

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Get #4 on the menu; comes with kabob and chicken. The chicken is very tender and goes great. With the 25% discount promotion theyve been doing for the last little while, this food is very worth it, highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

High quality.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I want to thank you kabob hut for helping us to host our gathering with friends in restaurants. Food was great as always. Bread was fresh. I chose chicken leg kabob, it was very well cooked and marinated. They changed their arrangement and we could fit 40 people perfectly. Everyone was happy to choose this place! We will definitely arrange more gatherings there! Thank you

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Got the koobideh kabob. Large serving, good taste. Service was fine.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very nice Iranian kabob restaurant. Generous portions of tasty meats!

★★★
December 23, 2023

Got the chicken bryani and it was very dry n chicken was overly dry, couldnt eat it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The reception is wonderful, the food is fresh and you can feel the taste of homemade food. I was kindly presented with a wonderful tea and biscuits. Congratulations on the great food and excellent customer service

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Very welcoming people , food was amazing

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Lovely and cozy atmosphere. Iranian food and music help get to know the culture.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good food quality and service. Excellent portion size for the price.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Food is great, super delicious. Service is top of the line, family friendly. The owner is a very kind and generous lady, she has an excellent customer service. I recommend this place 100%. We had dine in and we had delivery. I can not wait to go back to eat there again. Parking: Location is a huge plaza with a lot of parking spots.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

This is such an amazing mom and pop restaurant. The atmosphere the sense of home and the aroma that surrounds you in this welcoming environment is amazing. I came here for dinner with a friend and ordered a Vaziry Kabob and they gave me a complimentary naan bread with me forgetting to ask to add it on. They treat everyone here with so much respect and the portions for the food are amazing. Definitely will continue to visit here on my hungry waterloo nights.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I visited Kabob hut after my three hour evening lecture and was craving some kabob. I came quite late so they ran out of rice and I was going to come back another day, but the lady gave me french fries and curry for free, tasted quite good, on top of a water bottle. Kindness and good service is really hard to find nowadays and their kindness will always be remembered. The attitudes of the lady and man working there are amazing and I would recommend this place to anyone. Will definitely be going back for their kabob platters.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The dining experience at this esteemed establishment is an unequivocal delight, particularly when harmonized with the complementary interplay of sumac and tobasco sauce. My dear sibling and I, ardent aficionados of this culinary haven, embarked on frequent pilgrimages to this gastronomic sanctuary. The servers, in their perennial benevolence, manifested acts of exceptional kindness, even graciously extending complimentary beverages on one memorable occasion. We are deeply and enduringly appreciative of their amiable demeanor, and these cherished moments of solicitude shall forever be etched in our hearts. Furthermore, I am moved to express sincere admiration for the unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the restaurants ambience over the years, exemplified by the seamless integration of electronic menus and a steadfast dedication to meticulous cleanliness. Although one might entertain the wish for more modest pricing, the underlying rationale of maintaining unrivaled freshness in their culinary offerings unequivocally justifies the associated expenses. The scintillating aromas, unfaltering freshness, and harmonious symphony of flavors tantalizingly intermingled in every dish left an indelible impression. The individual responsible for both the service and culinary prowess emanated an aura of cordiality and warmth that elevated the entire dining experience. I wholeheartedly proffer my enthusiastic endorsement for this remarkable establishment. Regrettably, a lingering sentiment of incredulity permeates my thoughts, for why did I not venture through its doors sooner! Concealed within the heart of the UW plaza, I have long passed by its unassuming façade, oblivious to the culinary wonders concealed within. Today, destiny intervened, guiding me to this extraordinary culinary oasis. Meticulousness pervades every facet of this establishment - its impeccable cleanliness commands admiration, while the service, astute and prompt, is executed with a level of professionalism that epitomizes excellence. Our selection comprised the delectable chicken biryani, a scrumptious chicken wrap, and golden-fried fries - each portion, bountiful and sating, an ensemble of gastronomic artistry. The invigorating freshness of the ingredients enlivened every morsel, rendering my taste buds serenading symphonies of delight. An enchanting departure from mundane kebob and shawarma enclaves, the boneless meat within the biryani exemplified a thoughtful gesture that elicited gratitude, sparing the diner any culinary wrestle. Ergo, without hesitation, I ardently beseech all seekers of authentic, home-style, and invigoratingly fresh fare to pilgrimage to this culinary haven. It stands resolutely as an inimitable destination for gourmands seeking to revel in gastronomic opulence.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Excellent koobideh, wonderful service. They gave us tea at the end of our lunch as a courtesy - nice touch!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

So sweet of them to give us complimentary tea!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

We went there recently. We ordered Vaziri kabob and Shirazi Salad. They both came in big portions and tasted good. They gave us free fries, yogurt and at the end tea, which was really nice. Staffs were really polite.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

One of the best restaurants I ve ever been Best price and delicious food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very good food. Very courteous and friendly owners and staff. The food was served reasonably quickly. The portions were more than what we get in most similar restaurants these days. They even served complimentary tea - Iranian style, which was a pleasant surprise. If I am hungry and in Waterloo, I would definitely revisit this place. Parking: The restaurant is in a plaza with a lot of other restaurants and businesses. We went on a Saturday evening and were able to easily find a parking spot.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

New Management is on point, very friendly. Delicious food and amazing service

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

This underrated restaurant is so wonderful always, especially for authentic Persian food! They have huge portion sizes and the food is always clean and fresh. Everything is cooked from scratch with fresh ingredients. Everyone who works here is so friendly and kind. Everything tastes incredible, consistently. I am never disappointed at the quality of the food and the rich tastes at this restaurant. This most recent time we ordered ghormeh sabzi and koobideh kabob to be delivered, and they added in shirazi salad and fries as extra surprises in our delivery meal. It was such a wonderful feast today. We really appreciated the large portion sizes and the food was delivered warm/hot. Everything was just perfect, and packed perfectly with such care. A wonderful place to eat, whether dine in or take out or delivery. I definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to try Persian food, and Persian people definitely love it too so you know its authentic and delicious. I will definitely be eating here again. Thank you so much!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Friendly and generous staff, good portions and tasty food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I highly recommend Kabob Hut to all my friends and family. The portions are huge, the prices are great and the food is excellent. Amazing customer service as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The price seems high but you get what you pay for: high quality food. The owners were also very friendly! I ll be coming back when I get the chance!

December 23, 2023

Ive been to many Persian restaurants and Im really familiar with Persian food. I was very disappointed with my experience at Kabob Hut. The kitchen was not clean, the food did not taste good or authentic, and the kebabs were super smelly of fat. The chicken breast also smelled bad. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Excellent Kabobs and zereshk plau. Highly recommended Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great food, service and atmosphere at this Persian restaurant. Had lunch with my daughter and enjoyed our Sultan kebob.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Fantastic combination of good food with outstanding service. I strongly recommend this restaurant. Vegetarian options: Salads and wraps Parking: Large parking lot a step away Kid-friendliness: Kids will love this food Wheelchair accessibility: Easy to access

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best Persian food in KW.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Loved it. One of the best iranian halal restaurants. Fantastic owners. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Hard to find good persian food in KW region. But this restaurant serves decent kabab and I would like to support this local family run restaurant cause we should know Here is not Richmond Hill or north York that you can find best persian foods every single corner! Keep growing guys!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Pretty much the best persian food in town.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing food and really good prices for students. came here yesterday with my mother and two friends. service was amazing everyone was so generous! thank you to the guy on the cash register yesterday i forgot to grab ur name.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The food is really good, portion sizes are healthy, and the staff is very friendly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

You can find here Iranian delicious foods such as Koobideh and Joojeh Kabab in addition to friendly staff and beautiful atmosphere. I definitely recommend you try it.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Exquisitely delicious kabobs, top tier meat best food in the plaza. I ve been a loyal customer for the last 4 years, and I can confidently say that every time the Koobideh presents itself in front of me, the smell alone gives me tears of joy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Went there with a friend, very hospitable service. Good food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

, merci, thank you for a good different experience in Waterloo. The steak Kabab was great ,top it off with kind reception. Service

December 23, 2023

13 bucks for a kebob wrap and this is what I get, pathetic. No spicy sauce, barely any garlic sauce, more like a lettuce wrap than a kebob wrap. Would not recommend.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing restaurant, love the service and the quality of the food

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great spot, food is great & affordable. Also a nice spot to get some work done if you re a student. Staff are very friendly & respectful.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Has some of the best food in town, cooked, prepared, and crafted with love, you can taste it! Service is friendly and the ambience is very nice as well. 5/5

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Honestly one of the best spots to grab a bite. Great service, calm and welcoming atmosphere, and even better food.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Best Persian foood I ever had.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

# halal This place offers nice Persian food. The kabobs are flavourful, juicy, and well cooked. It is well priced for the portion size. The food is made fresh to order. I must deduct a star though since some of the non-kabob dishes are not that good. There is a nice casual ambiance with a bathroom available.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

They have the best food! You can get a big variety of dishes for really low prices. They also deliver, which means you dont even need to go out or wait around on hold any longer than necessary when your stomach starts rumbling hard at home after work has been rough all day long without much nutrients intake but just want something quick before bedtime rolls in - then order from these guys because their service will make sure that not one single minute goes by until delivery arrives right outside

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Had a lamb shank. It was a huge portion. Very tender and tasty. The rice was enough for 2 people. Rice was a little too oily for me but it tasted good. My friend had Kebob and it was also fantastic. The French fries are really awesome. This is a hidden gem in Waterloo.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

A bit expensive but very good and delicious

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Stay away from the Chicken Biryani. It was basically all rice, the chicken was kind of dry, and it definitely was not worth the price which ended up being around $17-18. I will say that the rice tasted pretty good and was cooked well. Other than that, my experience was kind of disappointing.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

We get food from Kabob Hut every now and then. The food is tasty and the staff are extremely friendly. I guess Mansour is the guy who has helped us a lot there. He is very friendly, professional, and super nice. I highly recommend this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Probably my favorite place on campus. The chicken is unreal and the grilled tomatoes are god tier.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Decent Persian cuisine, nice staff.

December 23, 2022

trash

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Our go-to kabob place in the region. Delicious food and a polite chef.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

The smell, freshness and taste were awesome! Also a very nice and welcoming guy serve and cook food. Definitely recommend it

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Tried Chicken Biriyani and Kobideh. We just loved the taste and went back again after 2days before leaving Waterloo. Biriyani is slightly bland but they provide spices to make it spicy as per your taste buds. Kobideh was something that we loved

December 23, 2022

Terrible food poisoning would not recommend anybody eating here

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

The kabobs are great! My favorite is joojeh kabob.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Good food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Perfect Persian Kabob

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

One of the few places that hasn t declined in quality over the past few years. The meat is really good tasting and of really good quality.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Best Kabab in town!! The owner/worker is amazing and so sweet. You have to try their food.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

The quality of the food is outstanding and the owner is a very nice person. I highly recommend this restaurant!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

When I came to KW always came to visit this place. Awesome service delicious kebab. Thank you guys

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Best chicken kabob in town. The owner is a very nice guy as well. They got everyday specials as well!

★★★
December 23, 2022

Has the chicken Bryani n it was all rice w hardly any chicken, come on at 16 dollars this was a totally rip off. Too high priced food.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

I knew Kabob Hut for many years, since I was UW student. They always improve their food and service quality. Very kind with clients. Amazing food.

★★
December 23, 2022

looks like good reviews from 2018, however the restaurant has drastically changed since then. The price is up by 33% across the board and the taste was inferior to other places where its cheaper! Portion of rice was sad, I had meat left when there was no more rice and the salad was pre-made and refrigerated! How awful.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Best restaurant with best customer service Really advice to visit and especially the food is delicious

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

This is one of the best restaurants in the region. The rice is incredible, and the skewers are unforgettable. So yummy. In addition, the environment is nice and the owners are so friendly. If you are tired of franchising restaurants with no personality you should visit this place. You will not regret it. Parking: Easy parking.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

We had such a great lunch here, it was fast tasty and the service was warm and wonderful!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Straight up the best Persian restaurant I have been to in the KW region. The Koobideh Kabob was amazing and the owners are so so nice. Make sure you try their tea as well, very soothing during our cold and sporadic winters!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Me and a Brazilian friend went here in the afternoon to have some Persian cuisine food here. Also wanted to watch the Brazil vs Cameroon FIFA 2022 match. We ordered two mini kobideh for 14$ each. Pictures included. Scrumptious, filling food. We had some complimentary post meal Irani chai/tea as well (English style). I loved it. I think I had two cups of it lol. Clean space with a few Persian/Iranian heritage pictures on the wall. Brightly lit. Cozy and comfortable. Food is top notch. Saw a lot of students coming in to order takeaways as it s close to UofW. Also a skip the dishes guy came to pick an order too. Try this place. Enjoy. Keep up the great service, Kabob Hut. Will visit again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Very good ambience. Fantastic quantity and quality. Reasonable prices. And very friendly owner. Give it a try if you like Persian food!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Amazing food, okay portions but on the expensive side.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

The best kabob place in Waterloo! I usually order in and the food is fresh when it gets here and is always good. Went in one day on the way to work and customers from owner is amazing. A little expensive so it s a treat yourself meal.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Kabob Hut is one of the tastiest restaurants in the University area. It is a must to visit whenever we are in the area. Great food, hospitality and a welcoming owner that insists on serving a complementary tea every time . Wish you all the best Dietary restrictions: Halal

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

I went here for the first time. This place is amazing and the service and attitude are simply awesome. Great Persian tasty food together with sweet Iranian tea.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

The owner is so kind and nice and friendly. As soon as we went inside. He was starting to talk to me & my daughter. I felt like I was at home. The food was great both quality and quantity. Parking: Parking is not too bad

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

This Iranian Restaurant has bring back alot of memories with their taste Friendly staff.. My Afghan brother

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

love the food and the people. Highly recommend this place

Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Over priced for what is served. Food quality is terrible considering the price tag. Watching a YouTube tutorial on how to make your own kabob and buying everything you need will save you the money and time honestly. The ONLY good thing they ever served was the butter chicken but they also removed that from their menu.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Food very good . Manzoor did great job

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Very delicious food and affordable especially when using the LSIdiscount app to get an additional 10% off

December 23, 2021

Bad quality food not worth the money

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

The menu is great, the food tastes great, worth the money spent! The tandoori kabob was the best

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

We ordered via UberEats and we made a mistake on our order. Once we called the restaurant, they were very accommodating and listened to us well. Thank you for listening and the delicious food!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Just ordered chicken wrap just amazing..fresh and juicy .and just the right spices. First time trying this place and impressed.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Awesome khubideh kabob with amazing service and Amir is an excellent host!

December 23, 2021

It was bull sheet, quality and...

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Delicious Kabob Koobideh. Chiken Kabob is really good and juicy. Definitely recommended.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

This is the best place for Persian kabob...a bit expensive but really good food

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

I tried the Barg Kabob and the beef was so good. The serving was filling and it was very aromatic too. They even gave me 10% off with my LSIDiscounts app. The app is free to download and register too.

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

I have been eating at Kabob Hut for over 10 years, since I was a student in high school. The owner and the cook are very friendly and they always provide me with amazing service and excellent food. I look forward to eating there, and hope they bring back their more extended menu once they are busy again. Miss there butter chicken and biryani.

December 23, 2021

Long time ago used to be good place! but now worst quality with high prices, dont recommended!!!

December 23, 2021

If you like paying $20 for a box of 95% rice, this is the place for you.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Lot of rice, meat was pretty good, salad not so much. Prices are also a little on the steep end for what you get.

★★★★★
December 23, 2020

One of the best restaurants I have ever tried in Waterloo. What I love about them is that the taste of the food never change, it is always as good as usual. The owner is so nice as well, and generous.

December 23, 2020

It is an informational mentor. Do not go here and make the Canadian agent of the IRGC rich. If you cant get over your stomach and find another restaurant, at least be careful about the words you say and the information you give them about yourself and those around you.

December 23, 2020

Ive been there multiple times because I really wanted to like this place. Its simply not possible: the food is made with cheap ingredients and the kabobs are dangerously uncooked. Hot meal is served in styrofoam containers and the gluten-free options not gluten-free as advertised.

★★★★★
December 23, 2020

Went there in 2018 to drop our niece for university, popped in the hut, first very clean and the customer service were great.. ordered a few variety , the chicken briani is the best briani i ever had in my life, had a vegetarian dish made with eggplant, absolutely delicious, had a pita also, great... since then i ever wanted to go there again for the famous briani, even told my iranian colleaugues at work, decided to go there in summertime, covid -19 has put everything on hold .... Oct 2020 still want to go for the world famous briani, hopefully the chef is still there.....and the quality and consistency is the same or even better....dying to go back... i have market your famous briani so much.......hmmm THE BEST BRIANI OF MY LIFE......

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2020

Not much variety of the Persian foods but good overall in case of emergencies like when you have guests and don t want to cook :)

★★★★★
December 23, 2020

It s the best place in Waterloo, fast service, best quality and very good portions!!! Highly recommended!!

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2020

low quality foods and expensive.

★★★★★
December 23, 2020

The best kabab in town! Top notch!

Local Guide
December 23, 2020

Did this place change hands? Used to go pretty regularly and it was very good. But went tonight for first time in a while and barely recognized the place.The menu is now very small. The meat portion is large but not very good. Chicken was beyond bland. Rice was hot but no flavor. We inexplicably got sides of fries, which given that we had rice, made no sense. And the price! Outrageous!!! $50 for two Kofta plates and two pops? Insane! Not returning.