Super amazing and friendly service every. single. time. This is what customer service should be.
(5)
Graham L.
Wow. Horrible service. Been here before and it was hot and fresh. This time food looked like it had sitting for along time. Servers all four is them looked like they had no idea what they were doing. Asked for a gyro guy started making pita. Geez
(1)
Jackie F.
Ordering online = nightmare. Pick-up = a breeze! Quality of food & accuracy = stellar. Recommend this place, but just call it in if you're doing catering or take out!
(3)
Gia G.
I love garbanzos! It is one of my go to places to eat. Everyone who has ever helped me here has been wonderful. Great food, great staff, no complaints here.
(5)
Renee S.
I continue to visit this chain once in a while because it's quick and not a greasy hamburger that will make me want to take a nap. The good- I love that the pitas are fresh and warmed before serving, it makes a huge difference. They are also super quick. And last, I like the gyro meat option along with other proteins. The bad- either I happen to come on the days that someone doesn't feel like fully cooking the rice, or they just don't care how they cook the rice ever. It's soft on the outside and crunchy on the inside , yuck. The manager needs to start tasting the items each morning....the baba ghanouch may as well be baby food sludge. If someone spent the time to season and taste items they are throwing on to our plates I would be much happier.
(3)
Eric L.
Garbanzo delivers a consistently good meal. The food is always fresh and filling without feeling like garbage afterwards. This is one place where I can eat a lot and not hate myself. One thing that makes them stand out is the customization of the items you add to your entree. I like how you can get a little bit of everything instead of being limited like other Mediterranean places. I would highly recommend the steak kabobs and the steak falarma plate.
(4)
Adam A.
Tried the Greek salad with steak added mushrooms only 8 bucks. You basically make it as healthy as you want. If you like middle eastern / Israeli food great food for the price. Good place to come to if you want a break from junk processed food. The selling point were the waiters behind the counter who were welcoming and happy to give out samples to make sure I like it. I will definitely return.
(5)
Joe Y.
I signed up for their mobile payment account and got a $5 bonus. So if I loose my wallet but still have my phone I won't starve to death. Steak and Gyro meat is ok, the chicken is better IMO on a plate. Gluten free pita is $2 extra for those with allergies. They have locations in over 10 states now! CO proud un-huh.
(4)
David B.
Garbanzo is fast casual Mediterranean food. Think Chipotle with Mediterranean ingredients. The idea is a cool one and it's a good stop every once in a while. While the food is decent, I just can't rate it any higher because it's exactly that... decent. The ingredients are just average and I can't help but be reminded that I'm eating at an unauthentic chain while I'm here. There are better options out there, but Garbazo is a good spot if you need to satisfy a quick fix.
(3)
Jessica T.
Garbanzo's is consistently good and predictable. This location has lots of competition but it's a good beginner's spot for Mediterranean food. They'll offer you a falafel to try for free and lots of choices to fill your pita or your plate for one set price. With a drink, you can walk out at $10 for lunch. They have those fun new Pepsi customized drink machines, and I'm always a fan of any restaurant with fountain Pepsi. Restaurant was clean. Staff was friendly. And food was good.
(4)
Aimee L.
Super duper love this place! Melissa the manager was really helpful and went out of her way to make our visit enjoyable. The place was clean and comfortable. The food was outstanding. Best falafel are some of the best I've ever had! You can't beat the garlic tahini...YUM!
(5)
Allison F.
This is my new 'post gym lunch spot' and so I popped in here for an early lunch on a Saturday. There was no line up and so my visit was nice and quick. The staff at this location are very friendly and efficient and so they definitely add to your visit. I love the chicken plate as they nicely pile all of the options around a large plate and you can then mix and match what you want on your pita that is served on the side. The marinated red cabbage and spicy pickles are my absolute favourite things offered. My plate could consist purely of those and I would be stoked. The vegetable options are always fresh and I appreciate that they put a sparse amount of sauce over everything at the end. Only downsides I've come across are the texture of the baba ganoush and sometimes the items are quite salty (chicken primarily). The baba ganoush has a nice savoury taste to it but has the texture of mashed bananas. I had to fight through that one. Definitely sign up for their emails as you get coupons for free items occasionally and they're super good about not sending out much junk.
(4)
Karen M.
I just love this place. Their food is fresh and I like how I can make my own combination of salads. I don't think their falafel is stellar - I much prefer to create a plate of different salads - but their portions are generous, service is quick and prices are such that you won't feel ripped off for a lunch.
(4)
PeggyLea B.
Used to be a favorite neighborhood place to eat, but that's changed. Went from enjoying tasty, fresh selections to not enjoying stale, fatty & chewy meats and day(s)-old sides. Attempted to give this place the benefit of the doubt and tried several times in a row for them to get it right. No luck with that. Won't be back.
(1)
Denver G.
The staff at this location is very friendly. They keep the long line moving at lunch time with great efficiency. They have outdoor seating for those who prefer it. The indoor seating can fill up pretty quicly during lunch hours. The food is fresh. The meats are prepared right in front of you in the open kitchen. I usually order a Shwarma or Falarma in a plate or in a wrap (Laffa). Their sauces are delicious. The quality of the food is top notch. I have been eating here regularly for over 2 years and will conitnue to do so.
(4)
Justin B.
4.5 Stars. My first time here, I ate lunch. The two fella were quite friendly and helpful. The food tasted good and outdoor dining was nice in a warm afternoon. The inside looked a bit shabby. I had the plater with chicken. I can't complain, not my top kind of food. A bit more than I would have thought, but oh well. When the wife wants to I'll be back and won't complain. Came here again for lunch with the wife, once again the staff was wonderful and the food was good.
(4)
Julio T.
Garbanzo has solved a long-standing problem I've had with Middle Eastern restaurants: I want to eat everything on the menu. With the large amount of variety at this place, I can do exactly that. Even though I see these places all over, my first visit to a Garbanzo's was just recently. It's too bad because this fast-casual chain has a lot of great things going for it. This place has all the pseudo-Medeteranean greats like hummus, falafel, schwarma, gyros, tabouleh, etc. but done cafeteria style so you can get exactly the things you want. They even have a really good selection of flavorful iced teas that you can drink instead of soda. Sure the food isn't fantastic like that found at the best Mediterranean restaurants in town, but it's certainly good and cheap to boot. Now I now to seek this place out whenever I am craving lots of Levant variety.
(4)
Kristin W.
Garbanzos is absolutely delicious and it's different from the day to day restarants. I got the chicken plate with hummus, pickles, tabulleh, veggies, lettuce and feta and the lemon vinegrette dressing is to die for! I havent had anything here I dont love. The pitas are amazing too. It's one of those places you go and you dont feel guilty eating because the ingredients are very fresh and healthy for you. Glad this place is close, I'll be back!
(4)
Michelle A.
Not so good tonight. The beef on the kabobs was dry and there was very little flavor. The pita and houmous was ok. I certainly have had better. Wonder if it is this location. However I have enjoyed my meals at this location before. So disappointing.
(2)
Dan N.
Fresh and healthy Mediterranean fare served fast-casual style. Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill borrows from the Krispy-Kreme, crack-dealer school: the first felafel is free, while waiting in line. The line moves fast, and you have many choices. First, select whether you want a pita sandwich or a plate, then start adding your salads, hummus, baba, etc. Next, choose a protein. I find the plate can easily serve two.
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Chuck S.
Maybe my taste buds aren't refined but this isn't for me. They plopped everything on a plate so it all ran together and the jumble of tastes just became one.
(2)
James E.
The food wasn't bad... It was just boring. The falafel were small and over cooked and didn't have much flavor. The chicken was good but under spiced. The pickled eggplant didn't have any flavor. The hummus was very generic and could have used more spices. My favorite items were the babaganoush and the whole wheat pita. Overall, I was disappointed in the flavor level of the food. The service was good and I love the fact that when you order a plate you can get whatever you want.
(2)
LaShawn R.
What can I say about this place? It's fast food, but it's a great change of pace. Done in a Chipotle style pick-your-choices deal, it's Mediterranean done well. They have pretty good wheat pitas. I usually get the chicken shwarma bowl, and they are generous with their ingredients. They have good sauce choices, as well. I'm not a fan of their falafel, but they do more things right than not.
(4)
joanne r.
As a previous reviewer noted this Garbanzo's isn't crowded-or at least the during the times I've been there (surprisingly during this holiday season there weren't crowds which I would have expected). The combo plate is a great way to order for your first trip here. I usually stop by here when I am in Denver for my Falafal "fix". I also usuallly take home some extra Falafal's for snacks. Service is fast and efficient.
(4)
Barbi P.
I love me some Garbanzos. The food is always fresh, yummy and its pretty healthy compared to other fast food style places. The first time I went I thought it was good but I wasn't hooked. This (much like chipotle) is the type of place where you have to figure out the combination that works best for you. At first the selections can be a little intimidating if you aren't familiar with Mediterranean food. I am not a big rice fan but theirs is really good. I didn't truly love this place until I started getting the plate. When they make it in the pita everything is layered in so you end up only getting one or two items in a bite. If you get the plate you can mix everything together how you like it and then load up your own pita. Plus you get more stuff that way and can take some home for an awesome midnight snack. I also love that this is a Colorado chain :)
(4)
Lisa V.
Great variety and decent service for our weekend late dinnertime visit. We were offered free falafels to try while selecting our options, which led to me having the falafel pita. My husband prefers authentic Greek restaurants and I usually do too, but I also love fast-casual style Mediterranean food when time is limited. I recommend giving this place a try if you haven't already.
(4)
Anna H.
I'm a fan of their stake plate. So flavorful and I can try so many things at once. Their pita bread is fluffy, soft and yummy too.
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Sara L.
This particular location is a health department's nightmare. I went the other night and was met with the most surly-faced fast food worker I've seen in a long time. There was meat juice dripping on the floor. Stacks and stacks of dirty bins lining the cooking area. The vegetable salad's color was off and it was mushy. Does this location have a manager in charge of the place?
(2)
Kelly M.
I always enjoy eating at Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill. When I come I always get the chicken shwarma pita with both the taziki and the spicy red sauce. I also will get the homemade chips with a side of their ranch sauce for dipping. The food is consistently good (although not really authentic), fast and fresh. Everything is made to order and all their breads are made in house. The only draw back is everything you order taste like everything else so its not like you can come here all the time and expect variety. I have gotten other things and the flavor, although good, is the same as all the other things I have tried. other than that small drawback this place is yummy and pretty healthy too!
(4)
David S.
I avoid chains like the plague. That said, if I ever need a healthy and fast meal at a reasonable price, I look for options like this. Garbanzo's is a healthier option, heavy on vegetable and vegetarian dishes. Do not go to Garbanzo's looking for the greatest Middle Eastern food you have ever tasted. Go in because you want healthy faster food options at a reasonable price, and there are no other Middle Eastern restaurants around you. As a tip, they will give you as much of the side dishes as you like at Garbanzo's, so if you want more humus, just ask them. I particularly like their baba ganoush, and always get a large portion.
(4)
Jason A.
We are on this everything non america food kick- thai, india, etc. So this was on our radar for quite awhile. They have a good menu, lots of options, however I will take my falafel craving to Falafel King. I had the chicken tagine soup, whole wheat pita, and a "plate" with hummus, lettuce, tabouli,rice babaganush (sp?), and tzakaki(sp?) sauce. The best part of meal was the whole wheat pita, and the falafel. The soup smelled amazing!! I was excited, however it tasted like a spiced chicken boiled in water. the spice was only in smell. I added a ton of salt and shricha sauce. The hummus was eh, generic, not amazing or bad just meh. I ate my lettuce, sauce, rice, and tabouli, I took my 3 falafel home and trashed the babaganush and everything it touched.
(2)
Desiree P.
Yep, I'm bumping it up. We went here Sunday and I just realized I love this place! It's always clean, the service is always great. The portion size is very generous. And on top of it all, it's pretty healthy. Good job Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill!! I heart you.
(4)
Kristin S.
I love Garbanzo. Fast, easy, and delicious. I find myself there at least once a week these days. Great, friendly service too.
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Robert S.
Definitely excited about having a Garbanzo so close now. The Cornerstar Shopping Center has really been taking off over the last year and GMG is a great addition. I've been to the one on Arapahoe several times for lunch and its always packed. I knew that this one wouldn't be quite as packed so my big question was...Would i still get a free Falafal sample before I order? Well, the answer is YES! The staff here is just as fast, friendly and courteous as they are at the Arapahoe location which is awesome. The place is brand new so of course it was clean and I would expect nothing less from the folks at GMG. The food was great and the guy making my order even let me try the pickled eggplant which I thought were peppers of some sort. When I said that he told me, "Actually that's pickled eggplant, It's really good. you want to try it?" So I got a sample before I committed to piling it on my plate. Every time I've been to GMG, they do a good job of asking what extras you want. They could list things a little slower when they are asking what you want but I know they are used to it and just jam thru the list. At any rate, great new location, great food and great service.
(4)
Shenia I.
I really love the warm pitas with my abilty to create my own fresh stuffings! It is like Chipolte Mediterranean style :) I have to say I am not a sauce person and do not get any of the sauces....no no no not for me.....To each their own right!
(4)
claudine p.
Love this place! My favorite is the falafel pita with hummus, cucumber salad, and tons of garlic sauce! I was disappointed that they were out of the wheat pita. It's a great addition to the cornerstar area!!
(4)
Jason M.
If it's quick Med. you're looking for, this is the place!
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Kristy L.
Healthy, delicious food! Yummy falafel and sharma, with all the fixings you can imagine. I like the tahini and baba ghanoush, and some interesting flavors such as pickled eggplant. While tables are often busy, the order line is not, so take it to go!
(4)
Yo K.
I love Garbanzo food, but this location was not so great. Falafels were over cooked and so dry. Pita bread was cold and dry. Yellow rice was over cooked and too mushy. When I entered the restaurant, there was only one customer ahead of me. I stood by the order location for almost 5 minutes and nobody greeted me even though there was a guy who was standing right by and he looked at me but did not say anything. This guy was too busy cooking falafels and could not even say "hi". When I was eating at the restaurant, I spotted one worker trying to transfer sauce to a container and she accidentally spilled some on the counter. Then, she placed her cleaning bucket right on the serving counter, squeezing the rug in the bucket right in front of the food! It looked pretty dirty and disgusting. I have been to south Colorado location of Garbanzo several times and that place is so much better. The staffs are very friendly and food quality is much higher. I will never go to this Cornerstar location ever again.
(2)
Jonathan S.
Good fast food that hits the spot for Mediterranean food! Love the hummus, beef shwarma and the Tabbouleh! Definitely much healthier than your typical fast food. The chili sauce has some decent heat and good flavor. The flafels are pretty good too (with the tahini sauce of course).
(4)
s d.
If you are looking for salty burned chicken then this is the place for you! And you can't cover it up with tzaziki sauce although Garbanzo tries. If you do go there, watch out for the surcharges. They ask you if you want feta cheese on your meal and they charge the equivalent of about $120 a pound for it. Save the hassle, go somewhere else
(2)
Jenn B.
Lots of fresh, fresh food for a pretty good price. I love how you can pick all your salad toppings and pita fillings; sometimes you don't want the exact same flavors every time. Their falafels have gotten much better over time. It used to be that they were overdone, but lately they're cooked perfectly. It's great to come here because it's easy to make bright, healthy choices that don't weigh you down.
(4)
Brian S.
I wish I ate here at least once a week - the food so fresh and unique. A chicken plate with everything (yes including the pickled eggplant, red cabbage and tabuleh) with a little tzatziki sauce is where it's at. It's enough for dinner and then again for a late night snack - just remember to order another wheat pita for round 2. Join their rewards program and get 2x points on weekends. The outdoor patio is my favorite spot to grub and relax, I'm sure you'll agree when you try it. It's a Colorado chain so there's some special dispensation there for being a chain.
(5)
Steven C.
Fast, efficient and reasonable price. Always love the free sample of falafel. After a full meal, at least I know everything on my plate was good for my health. Try the grilled egg plant.
(4)
Cheryl L.
Free falafel - how can be any better than that. The staff is always friendly and helpful. Love the fresh flavors and tasty sauces.
(4)
Kelly H.
This place is pretty good for what it is. It's set up kind of like a Subway in the sense that you choose either a dish or pita, and they put whatever you want on it. You can also get soups and small desserts here. The service is quick, the facility is clean and the staff are friendly. It's not gourmet by any means, but if you're looking for something good, cheap and quick I'd recommend it (that is if you like Mediterranean cuisine!)
(3)
Jeff M.
I am a big fan of Garbonzo. This is a healthier alternative for fast food. The flavors and choices are also very good.
(4)
Kyle G.
This was our dinner stop on our drive from St. Louis to Estes Park. It was amazing. Found it via happycow.net . It did not disappoint. I had the Falafel Laffa which is basically a Mediterranean burrito. I loaded it up with a huge variety of available toppings and the best thing of all...it was all VEGAN! Yes...VEGAN. Try finding that much variety and taste ANYWHERE else...not going to happen. I'm sure there may be other/better places to eat, but as someone who is Vegan and does my best to eat healthy, I was blown away. I'd easily open up the first franchise in Missouri, but sadly the owners have the same misguided desire that only future franchisers be multi-unit experienced with plans to open multiple units. Oh well..their loss. Hopefully someone with that kind of experience will open them up outside of Colorado.
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Michelle G.
Super amazing and friendly service every. single. time. This is what customer service should be.
(5)Graham L.
Wow. Horrible service. Been here before and it was hot and fresh. This time food looked like it had sitting for along time. Servers all four is them looked like they had no idea what they were doing. Asked for a gyro guy started making pita. Geez
(1)Jackie F.
Ordering online = nightmare. Pick-up = a breeze! Quality of food & accuracy = stellar. Recommend this place, but just call it in if you're doing catering or take out!
(3)Gia G.
I love garbanzos! It is one of my go to places to eat. Everyone who has ever helped me here has been wonderful. Great food, great staff, no complaints here.
(5)Renee S.
I continue to visit this chain once in a while because it's quick and not a greasy hamburger that will make me want to take a nap. The good- I love that the pitas are fresh and warmed before serving, it makes a huge difference. They are also super quick. And last, I like the gyro meat option along with other proteins. The bad- either I happen to come on the days that someone doesn't feel like fully cooking the rice, or they just don't care how they cook the rice ever. It's soft on the outside and crunchy on the inside , yuck. The manager needs to start tasting the items each morning....the baba ghanouch may as well be baby food sludge. If someone spent the time to season and taste items they are throwing on to our plates I would be much happier.
(3)Eric L.
Garbanzo delivers a consistently good meal. The food is always fresh and filling without feeling like garbage afterwards. This is one place where I can eat a lot and not hate myself. One thing that makes them stand out is the customization of the items you add to your entree. I like how you can get a little bit of everything instead of being limited like other Mediterranean places. I would highly recommend the steak kabobs and the steak falarma plate.
(4)Adam A.
Tried the Greek salad with steak added mushrooms only 8 bucks. You basically make it as healthy as you want. If you like middle eastern / Israeli food great food for the price. Good place to come to if you want a break from junk processed food. The selling point were the waiters behind the counter who were welcoming and happy to give out samples to make sure I like it. I will definitely return.
(5)Joe Y.
I signed up for their mobile payment account and got a $5 bonus. So if I loose my wallet but still have my phone I won't starve to death. Steak and Gyro meat is ok, the chicken is better IMO on a plate. Gluten free pita is $2 extra for those with allergies. They have locations in over 10 states now! CO proud un-huh.
(4)David B.
Garbanzo is fast casual Mediterranean food. Think Chipotle with Mediterranean ingredients. The idea is a cool one and it's a good stop every once in a while. While the food is decent, I just can't rate it any higher because it's exactly that... decent. The ingredients are just average and I can't help but be reminded that I'm eating at an unauthentic chain while I'm here. There are better options out there, but Garbazo is a good spot if you need to satisfy a quick fix.
(3)Jessica T.
Garbanzo's is consistently good and predictable. This location has lots of competition but it's a good beginner's spot for Mediterranean food. They'll offer you a falafel to try for free and lots of choices to fill your pita or your plate for one set price. With a drink, you can walk out at $10 for lunch. They have those fun new Pepsi customized drink machines, and I'm always a fan of any restaurant with fountain Pepsi. Restaurant was clean. Staff was friendly. And food was good.
(4)Aimee L.
Super duper love this place! Melissa the manager was really helpful and went out of her way to make our visit enjoyable. The place was clean and comfortable. The food was outstanding. Best falafel are some of the best I've ever had! You can't beat the garlic tahini...YUM!
(5)Allison F.
This is my new 'post gym lunch spot' and so I popped in here for an early lunch on a Saturday. There was no line up and so my visit was nice and quick. The staff at this location are very friendly and efficient and so they definitely add to your visit. I love the chicken plate as they nicely pile all of the options around a large plate and you can then mix and match what you want on your pita that is served on the side. The marinated red cabbage and spicy pickles are my absolute favourite things offered. My plate could consist purely of those and I would be stoked. The vegetable options are always fresh and I appreciate that they put a sparse amount of sauce over everything at the end. Only downsides I've come across are the texture of the baba ganoush and sometimes the items are quite salty (chicken primarily). The baba ganoush has a nice savoury taste to it but has the texture of mashed bananas. I had to fight through that one. Definitely sign up for their emails as you get coupons for free items occasionally and they're super good about not sending out much junk.
(4)Karen M.
I just love this place. Their food is fresh and I like how I can make my own combination of salads. I don't think their falafel is stellar - I much prefer to create a plate of different salads - but their portions are generous, service is quick and prices are such that you won't feel ripped off for a lunch.
(4)PeggyLea B.
Used to be a favorite neighborhood place to eat, but that's changed. Went from enjoying tasty, fresh selections to not enjoying stale, fatty & chewy meats and day(s)-old sides. Attempted to give this place the benefit of the doubt and tried several times in a row for them to get it right. No luck with that. Won't be back.
(1)Denver G.
The staff at this location is very friendly. They keep the long line moving at lunch time with great efficiency. They have outdoor seating for those who prefer it. The indoor seating can fill up pretty quicly during lunch hours. The food is fresh. The meats are prepared right in front of you in the open kitchen. I usually order a Shwarma or Falarma in a plate or in a wrap (Laffa). Their sauces are delicious. The quality of the food is top notch. I have been eating here regularly for over 2 years and will conitnue to do so.
(4)Justin B.
4.5 Stars. My first time here, I ate lunch. The two fella were quite friendly and helpful. The food tasted good and outdoor dining was nice in a warm afternoon. The inside looked a bit shabby. I had the plater with chicken. I can't complain, not my top kind of food. A bit more than I would have thought, but oh well. When the wife wants to I'll be back and won't complain. Came here again for lunch with the wife, once again the staff was wonderful and the food was good.
(4)Julio T.
Garbanzo has solved a long-standing problem I've had with Middle Eastern restaurants: I want to eat everything on the menu. With the large amount of variety at this place, I can do exactly that. Even though I see these places all over, my first visit to a Garbanzo's was just recently. It's too bad because this fast-casual chain has a lot of great things going for it. This place has all the pseudo-Medeteranean greats like hummus, falafel, schwarma, gyros, tabouleh, etc. but done cafeteria style so you can get exactly the things you want. They even have a really good selection of flavorful iced teas that you can drink instead of soda. Sure the food isn't fantastic like that found at the best Mediterranean restaurants in town, but it's certainly good and cheap to boot. Now I now to seek this place out whenever I am craving lots of Levant variety.
(4)Kristin W.
Garbanzos is absolutely delicious and it's different from the day to day restarants. I got the chicken plate with hummus, pickles, tabulleh, veggies, lettuce and feta and the lemon vinegrette dressing is to die for! I havent had anything here I dont love. The pitas are amazing too. It's one of those places you go and you dont feel guilty eating because the ingredients are very fresh and healthy for you. Glad this place is close, I'll be back!
(4)Michelle A.
Not so good tonight. The beef on the kabobs was dry and there was very little flavor. The pita and houmous was ok. I certainly have had better. Wonder if it is this location. However I have enjoyed my meals at this location before. So disappointing.
(2)Dan N.
Fresh and healthy Mediterranean fare served fast-casual style. Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill borrows from the Krispy-Kreme, crack-dealer school: the first felafel is free, while waiting in line. The line moves fast, and you have many choices. First, select whether you want a pita sandwich or a plate, then start adding your salads, hummus, baba, etc. Next, choose a protein. I find the plate can easily serve two.
(4)Chuck S.
Maybe my taste buds aren't refined but this isn't for me. They plopped everything on a plate so it all ran together and the jumble of tastes just became one.
(2)James E.
The food wasn't bad... It was just boring. The falafel were small and over cooked and didn't have much flavor. The chicken was good but under spiced. The pickled eggplant didn't have any flavor. The hummus was very generic and could have used more spices. My favorite items were the babaganoush and the whole wheat pita. Overall, I was disappointed in the flavor level of the food. The service was good and I love the fact that when you order a plate you can get whatever you want.
(2)LaShawn R.
What can I say about this place? It's fast food, but it's a great change of pace. Done in a Chipotle style pick-your-choices deal, it's Mediterranean done well. They have pretty good wheat pitas. I usually get the chicken shwarma bowl, and they are generous with their ingredients. They have good sauce choices, as well. I'm not a fan of their falafel, but they do more things right than not.
(4)joanne r.
As a previous reviewer noted this Garbanzo's isn't crowded-or at least the during the times I've been there (surprisingly during this holiday season there weren't crowds which I would have expected). The combo plate is a great way to order for your first trip here. I usually stop by here when I am in Denver for my Falafal "fix". I also usuallly take home some extra Falafal's for snacks. Service is fast and efficient.
(4)Barbi P.
I love me some Garbanzos. The food is always fresh, yummy and its pretty healthy compared to other fast food style places. The first time I went I thought it was good but I wasn't hooked. This (much like chipotle) is the type of place where you have to figure out the combination that works best for you. At first the selections can be a little intimidating if you aren't familiar with Mediterranean food. I am not a big rice fan but theirs is really good. I didn't truly love this place until I started getting the plate. When they make it in the pita everything is layered in so you end up only getting one or two items in a bite. If you get the plate you can mix everything together how you like it and then load up your own pita. Plus you get more stuff that way and can take some home for an awesome midnight snack. I also love that this is a Colorado chain :)
(4)Lisa V.
Great variety and decent service for our weekend late dinnertime visit. We were offered free falafels to try while selecting our options, which led to me having the falafel pita. My husband prefers authentic Greek restaurants and I usually do too, but I also love fast-casual style Mediterranean food when time is limited. I recommend giving this place a try if you haven't already.
(4)Anna H.
I'm a fan of their stake plate. So flavorful and I can try so many things at once. Their pita bread is fluffy, soft and yummy too.
(4)Sara L.
This particular location is a health department's nightmare. I went the other night and was met with the most surly-faced fast food worker I've seen in a long time. There was meat juice dripping on the floor. Stacks and stacks of dirty bins lining the cooking area. The vegetable salad's color was off and it was mushy. Does this location have a manager in charge of the place?
(2)Kelly M.
I always enjoy eating at Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill. When I come I always get the chicken shwarma pita with both the taziki and the spicy red sauce. I also will get the homemade chips with a side of their ranch sauce for dipping. The food is consistently good (although not really authentic), fast and fresh. Everything is made to order and all their breads are made in house. The only draw back is everything you order taste like everything else so its not like you can come here all the time and expect variety. I have gotten other things and the flavor, although good, is the same as all the other things I have tried. other than that small drawback this place is yummy and pretty healthy too!
(4)David S.
I avoid chains like the plague. That said, if I ever need a healthy and fast meal at a reasonable price, I look for options like this. Garbanzo's is a healthier option, heavy on vegetable and vegetarian dishes. Do not go to Garbanzo's looking for the greatest Middle Eastern food you have ever tasted. Go in because you want healthy faster food options at a reasonable price, and there are no other Middle Eastern restaurants around you. As a tip, they will give you as much of the side dishes as you like at Garbanzo's, so if you want more humus, just ask them. I particularly like their baba ganoush, and always get a large portion.
(4)Jason A.
We are on this everything non america food kick- thai, india, etc. So this was on our radar for quite awhile. They have a good menu, lots of options, however I will take my falafel craving to Falafel King. I had the chicken tagine soup, whole wheat pita, and a "plate" with hummus, lettuce, tabouli,rice babaganush (sp?), and tzakaki(sp?) sauce. The best part of meal was the whole wheat pita, and the falafel. The soup smelled amazing!! I was excited, however it tasted like a spiced chicken boiled in water. the spice was only in smell. I added a ton of salt and shricha sauce. The hummus was eh, generic, not amazing or bad just meh. I ate my lettuce, sauce, rice, and tabouli, I took my 3 falafel home and trashed the babaganush and everything it touched.
(2)Desiree P.
Yep, I'm bumping it up. We went here Sunday and I just realized I love this place! It's always clean, the service is always great. The portion size is very generous. And on top of it all, it's pretty healthy. Good job Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill!! I heart you.
(4)Kristin S.
I love Garbanzo. Fast, easy, and delicious. I find myself there at least once a week these days. Great, friendly service too.
(5)Robert S.
Definitely excited about having a Garbanzo so close now. The Cornerstar Shopping Center has really been taking off over the last year and GMG is a great addition. I've been to the one on Arapahoe several times for lunch and its always packed. I knew that this one wouldn't be quite as packed so my big question was...Would i still get a free Falafal sample before I order? Well, the answer is YES! The staff here is just as fast, friendly and courteous as they are at the Arapahoe location which is awesome. The place is brand new so of course it was clean and I would expect nothing less from the folks at GMG. The food was great and the guy making my order even let me try the pickled eggplant which I thought were peppers of some sort. When I said that he told me, "Actually that's pickled eggplant, It's really good. you want to try it?" So I got a sample before I committed to piling it on my plate. Every time I've been to GMG, they do a good job of asking what extras you want. They could list things a little slower when they are asking what you want but I know they are used to it and just jam thru the list. At any rate, great new location, great food and great service.
(4)Shenia I.
I really love the warm pitas with my abilty to create my own fresh stuffings! It is like Chipolte Mediterranean style :) I have to say I am not a sauce person and do not get any of the sauces....no no no not for me.....To each their own right!
(4)claudine p.
Love this place! My favorite is the falafel pita with hummus, cucumber salad, and tons of garlic sauce! I was disappointed that they were out of the wheat pita. It's a great addition to the cornerstar area!!
(4)Jason M.
If it's quick Med. you're looking for, this is the place!
(4)Kristy L.
Healthy, delicious food! Yummy falafel and sharma, with all the fixings you can imagine. I like the tahini and baba ghanoush, and some interesting flavors such as pickled eggplant. While tables are often busy, the order line is not, so take it to go!
(4)Yo K.
I love Garbanzo food, but this location was not so great. Falafels were over cooked and so dry. Pita bread was cold and dry. Yellow rice was over cooked and too mushy. When I entered the restaurant, there was only one customer ahead of me. I stood by the order location for almost 5 minutes and nobody greeted me even though there was a guy who was standing right by and he looked at me but did not say anything. This guy was too busy cooking falafels and could not even say "hi". When I was eating at the restaurant, I spotted one worker trying to transfer sauce to a container and she accidentally spilled some on the counter. Then, she placed her cleaning bucket right on the serving counter, squeezing the rug in the bucket right in front of the food! It looked pretty dirty and disgusting. I have been to south Colorado location of Garbanzo several times and that place is so much better. The staffs are very friendly and food quality is much higher. I will never go to this Cornerstar location ever again.
(2)Jonathan S.
Good fast food that hits the spot for Mediterranean food! Love the hummus, beef shwarma and the Tabbouleh! Definitely much healthier than your typical fast food. The chili sauce has some decent heat and good flavor. The flafels are pretty good too (with the tahini sauce of course).
(4)s d.
If you are looking for salty burned chicken then this is the place for you! And you can't cover it up with tzaziki sauce although Garbanzo tries. If you do go there, watch out for the surcharges. They ask you if you want feta cheese on your meal and they charge the equivalent of about $120 a pound for it. Save the hassle, go somewhere else
(2)Jenn B.
Lots of fresh, fresh food for a pretty good price. I love how you can pick all your salad toppings and pita fillings; sometimes you don't want the exact same flavors every time. Their falafels have gotten much better over time. It used to be that they were overdone, but lately they're cooked perfectly. It's great to come here because it's easy to make bright, healthy choices that don't weigh you down.
(4)Brian S.
I wish I ate here at least once a week - the food so fresh and unique. A chicken plate with everything (yes including the pickled eggplant, red cabbage and tabuleh) with a little tzatziki sauce is where it's at. It's enough for dinner and then again for a late night snack - just remember to order another wheat pita for round 2. Join their rewards program and get 2x points on weekends. The outdoor patio is my favorite spot to grub and relax, I'm sure you'll agree when you try it. It's a Colorado chain so there's some special dispensation there for being a chain.
(5)Steven C.
Fast, efficient and reasonable price. Always love the free sample of falafel. After a full meal, at least I know everything on my plate was good for my health. Try the grilled egg plant.
(4)Cheryl L.
Free falafel - how can be any better than that. The staff is always friendly and helpful. Love the fresh flavors and tasty sauces.
(4)Kelly H.
This place is pretty good for what it is. It's set up kind of like a Subway in the sense that you choose either a dish or pita, and they put whatever you want on it. You can also get soups and small desserts here. The service is quick, the facility is clean and the staff are friendly. It's not gourmet by any means, but if you're looking for something good, cheap and quick I'd recommend it (that is if you like Mediterranean cuisine!)
(3)Jeff M.
I am a big fan of Garbonzo. This is a healthier alternative for fast food. The flavors and choices are also very good.
(4)Kyle G.
This was our dinner stop on our drive from St. Louis to Estes Park. It was amazing. Found it via happycow.net . It did not disappoint. I had the Falafel Laffa which is basically a Mediterranean burrito. I loaded it up with a huge variety of available toppings and the best thing of all...it was all VEGAN! Yes...VEGAN. Try finding that much variety and taste ANYWHERE else...not going to happen. I'm sure there may be other/better places to eat, but as someone who is Vegan and does my best to eat healthy, I was blown away. I'd easily open up the first franchise in Missouri, but sadly the owners have the same misguided desire that only future franchisers be multi-unit experienced with plans to open multiple units. Oh well..their loss. Hopefully someone with that kind of experience will open them up outside of Colorado.
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