Tarbosh sits on East Main Street in El Cajon, inviting guests into a warm homage to the cuisines of Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq. The name “Tarbosh” evokes tradition — it’s the Arabic word for the fez hat…
Wasn't bad. Shank was soft, rice was spiced- large portion of tepsy side for shank. Would have liked the option to get a different side.
Kebab was okay, good price for what it is. Came with fries though it said none came with it.
They forgot one of the items from my order which would have made my meal taste better.
Personally would like to see more sauces (similar to other shawarma-type shops) or yellow raisins in rice for a flavor contrast (though this is Iraqi style).
Very nice employees, place is nice inside.
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Theo J
1 contributions
Didn't like
• 5/11/26
• DoorDash order
These guys make really great food, I’ve been supporting them for years, but it’s such a shame that everything else lacks.
I ordered multiple items on DoorDash, one being Laham Ajeen. They sent me something entirely different, and when i called the restaurant they said “we don’t make laham ajeen after 3pm” i responded “okay well why wouldn’t you call me and tell me that? You’re advertising this item you can’t just send me something completely different without letting me know first” and they provided no empathy or resolution at all. They told me to just contact DoorDash to figure it out.
The other items i ordered weren’t made with the options I listed on DoorDash either. Items weren’t accurate to their description. So it seems that they either aren’t properly managing their third party delivery platforms, or maybe they just don’t care.
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Jihad H
4 contributions
Didn't like
• 3/28/26
• DoorDash order
RAW DOUGH Lahem Ajeen Meat Flatbread / لحم بعجين
DRY Chicken Shawarma Sandwich / ساندويش شاورما دجاج
DISGUSTING Falafel (6 PCS) / فلافل (6 قطع)
I didn't EVEN get the Hummus / حمص
This was extremely disappointing. The food quality was far below expectations, and it honestly tasted like no care was put into it. You should seriously reconsider your kitchen standards or staffing, because this was not acceptable.
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Mohammed R
5 contributions
Didn't like
• 6/6/25
• DoorDash order
If I compare it with " in n out " about the taest and the price. I'll say this is the first and last time to order food from here.
