Shako Mako Grill, Glendale

At Shako Mako Grill, kabob-wielding chefs find a home for their tender seared chicken and meat entrees on platters laden with yellow rice, roasted red peppers, and paprika-dusted hummus. Meanwhile, guests tuck into any number of Levantine treats, including their specialty dish, kifta—something like a Middle Eastern meatloaf, made with chicken or beef. The restaurant also dishes out combo platters for groups of up to eight, making party-planning a breeze.