Zankou Chicken
(818) 238-0414
1001 N San Fernando Blvd
Burbank,
CA
91504
34.1874
-118.3179
Neighborhood: Burbank
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The Scene
The original Zankou Chicken isn't much to look at: a narrow slice in an unremarkable Hollywood strip mall. But the glowing critical accolades Zankou has garnered--blown up, framed and proudly displayed--foreshadow fabulous fare that will quickly make you forget the orange Formica and faux wood-paneled ambience.
The Food
Spit-roasted chicken attracts most of the attention and deservedly so. Tender, moist and permeated with flavor, it's rotisserie roasted to crisp perfection. But the rest of the menu easily meets or beats the bird. Soujouk is an Armenian beef sausage that takes the term spicy to new heights--not simply hot, it's a marvelous melange of fiery flavors combined with subtler nuances. The tarna sandwich (chunks of spit-roasted chicken slices) is much milder, though no less complex. Then there are the sides--tabbouleh, hummus, zippy stuffed grape leaves and a divinely addictive mutabbal (baba ghanouj).
User Reviews
Anonymous
November 28, 2008
This is a family owned business and they have the best rotisserie chicken. It's middle eastern food, so each meal is served with pita bread. I used to come here a lot with my parents.
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September 03, 2008
Or should I say GARLIC PASTE rules!! Fresh, hot, juicy rotisserie chicken with great flavor, good pita bread, yummy basmati rice, love the pickled turnips, but the real star here is the garlic paste. It could make anything taste could! Luckily the chicken is already delicious and the garlic is just the AMAZING icing on the cake. Highly recommended! There are other locations, but the Burbank locale has the nicest ambiance. Not really INexpensive, but it's all worth it. Enjoy!
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wink0003
August 29, 2008
This is a casual Middle Eastern restaurant that is famous for rotisserie chicken. The food is consistently perfect. They are expanding their menu too. The service is great. Even great for vegetarians. Best Falafels ever, best hummus ever, fresh pita bread, amazing garlic sauce, tasty roasted chicken, yummy tabouli. Variety of sandwiches, sides and combo plates. Best Middle Eastern restaurant, I wouldn't call it "fast food", but it is rather speedy. This location is actually well decorated. For what you get, it is at a great value.
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Though the chicken skin will lose its crispy texture, it's just as delicious the next day. Order a whole chicken or two and save some for later.
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Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining, Lunch Spot, Group Dining
