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Fanoos Grill
Master Critic Review
Fanoos Grill
8.3
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
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Fanoos Grill is a Persian-Mediterranean kebab house on Crenshaw where combo platters, stews, and charbroiled meats dominate the menu. Regulars come for saffron-scented rice, koobideh, and lamb chops that feel closer to a family gathering than a corporate chain. It’s one of the South Bay’s more complete Persian grills, with huge portions that make it easy to share.
Must-Try Dishes:
Combo #1 Beef & Chicken Koobideh, Chicken Shish Kabob Dinner, Ghormeh Sabzi with Lamb Shank
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Persian kebab and stew specialist with big portions and depth.
Who should go: Kabob lovers and groups sharing hefty combo platters.
When to visit: Dinner hours; arrive early on weekends for seating.
What to order: Combo #1 Koobideh, Chicken Shish Kabob, Ghormeh Sabzi.
Insider tip: Split a family combo and add a stew to sample more.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Shared surface-lot parking in the plaza; usually available but can tighten during peak dinner hours. Some street parking along Crenshaw as overflow.
Dress code: Casual; everyday attire is perfectly fine, though many diners lean slightly polished for dinner.
Noise level: Moderate; lively but still comfortable for conversation even during peak periods.
Weekend wait: 20–35 minutes during prime hours, especially for larger groups.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; easy walk-in experience.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Several options including salads, vegetarian stews, and rice plates.
Vegan options: Limited but workable; a couple of plant-based stews and sides can form a meal.
Gluten-free options: Most kebabs, rice, and stews are naturally gluten-free; staff can guide you to safe combinations.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes if you want hearty comfort food in a relaxed, unfussy setting. Not ideal for a dressy, candlelit mood, but great for a casual, generous meal.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes; they operate primarily on walk-ins. Arrive early on weekends to avoid the short dinner rush wait.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes; large tables, shareable platters, and mild rice-and-kebab options work well for families. No dedicated kids’ menu, but portions are easy to split.
Best For
Better for: Large-format kebab combos, value-driven portions, and approachable Persian stews that outperform more generic Mediterranean grills in the area.
Skip if: You want upscale ambiance, lighter Mediterranean mezze, or a quieter, more intimate setting.