Charcoal Cuisine in Blackburn with Darwen

Original review: best kobeda kebab really fast service too The last kobeda I had a couple of weeks ago wasn’t the best it was all sloppy and the nan wasn’t nice too Come on boys don’t let the standard slip Right not going charcoal cuisine anymore This is the second time I’ve got the kobeda and the nan is all soggy and wet It wasn’t like this before so I rang the take away and they said the nan is soggy because they are putting more onions in the kebabs or something like that, I should get the kebab and nan separate I’m not gonna go anytime soon tbh

I ordered on phone for pick and they have 45 minutes time. When I went there they asked me to wait another 15 minutes. I got the food after 30 minutes. One hour and 30 minutes wait for an average kebab? No thanks.

Fresh and tasty! Best OG spot in Blackburn! Amazing brothers!

I attended after a local recommendation. I'm told it's a 'lads joint' but families were present when we attended on Friday afternoon. The kobeda was tremendous. Juicy, flavoursome meat with no gristle. The salad was full mix with red cabbage too (worth a bonus star). The bread was fresh, soft and light. I'll definitely be back. The only disappointment was the chips. Not the best (over-fried).

In all honesty the food was ok’ish. When you ask for kobeda you expect it to be lamb or beef, I can surely say this had other meats like chicken minced inside. The presentation of the food was good, but the chicken tikka was like searching for a needle in a haystack, hardly any chicken. You finish the chicken before even eating half a naan. On the plus side the service was good but the atmosphere wasn’t as good. Need separate seating for families and men.

Food make good but service is most worst in the world 🌎 😫 them got hair every where in Food 6 times been there all 6 Times chuck out all Food in bin so disgusting so even not want talk them shut put mask on them face and wear gloves maybe that helps but for now i spend about 250£all in bin.long hard hair from hand our from face!!!!!be careful when going there!!!

Great tasting kobeda all times. Clean and hygienic. The service is excellent.

This is our Saturday night favourite place to eat

Top quality food and hygiene is superb.

Having visited Charcoal Cuisine again after some time, the kobeda kebab is still the same - and by that I mean excellent as always!!

The best Kobedas in Blackburn. Top place will always come back here. Friendly staff and great food

Good food, good staff. Everything on the menu is 👍🏼 No parking, street parking only

Nice food fast service, only downside is we have to wait long time until table is available.

Amazing place great service food always on point

Very nice mixed grill - they do the kobeda style kebabs and these very very nice - all the kids loved it which is a plus and the sauces were very nice. This place looks like it doesn't have seating but it does - its around the side up a set of stairs - plenty of space for families. Will be visiting again.

highly recommended best in town 🇬🇧👍

ma shaa Allah best Kobada in 2 years thank you I usually get a single but today the heart (belly) wanted a double and it was annihilated absolutely amazing ma shaa Allah

I have fed my family and guests with their food many times, and the quality is excellent.

Me and my husband have been coming here for a few years now. We always order their mixed kebab chicken and Kobeda with chips and we always share it as it is huge. The quality and flavour is always 10/10 I love that they leave the sauces on the table so you can put on how much you want. Everything is always made fresh, I love how they have revamped the rooms too.

First time at this venue, found it welcoming. If you are dining in the service is very good. Stairs are a little steep, but when I received my kebab I forgot about them. Delicious warming homely, I didn't think I'd eat it all, bit I did, and savoured every mouthfuls. I'll be going there agsin that's for sure. Thanks guys.

Amazing food and experience as alwats. Been here many times, either dine in or take out both way my family enjoyed. Kobeda kabab is a must have. Out of like 15-20 times eating, once or twice food didn't taste fresh which is ok. But otherwise taste delicious, fresh and its healthier option then junk food🙈

The best kobeda on naan I've had. Juicy, meaty, delicious. Every bite is moreish. Salad is fresh and the home made chips add another level. The naan is fluffy and with the sauces, you can eat it alone. The sauces, what can I say, they are unique. Just them alone are a flavour explosion. Plenty of seating upstairs with a bathroom. Steep steps to get up to be beware. Plenty of site street parking. They take cash only and bank transfer.

Been here many times and outstanding food and service. Never had a bad meal in here and very consistent food. They do a decent variety and their kobeda kebab are the best.

To expensive prices recently gone up not worth price for the food u get. Seating area very tight and horrible better kebab places else where.

Food is fresh and grilled, no greasy rubbish, always tastes great

I ordered lamb chops. The food was amazing. I love it. 💕

Best chicken burger I’ve ever had

Been going here since we moved to Blackburn in 2012 Best Kobeda ever, and by far the best fast food in Blackburn It gets very busy!

Excellent Food. Pleasant staff that know what they are doing.

Consistency is key and charcoal cuisine is a place that always gets it right, they are a cut above the rest. The sauces really do make a place and the sauce here really hit the spot

Lovely kobeda! Very busy and sometimes they forgot customer comes first

The Kobdeda Kebabs are melt in the mouth and BBQ Chicken cooked on a rotisserie over coals was succulent. Great food!

Food was excellent service was good. highly recommended 👌

Top 3 for best take out in Blackburn FACT

What a great place, it's like you are part of the family when you enter. The food is perfect,

First time trying this I place had the combo burger it was a 10/10 really nice and friendly staff il definitely be Returning!

10/10 chicken tikka naan. Friends didnt like the kobeda

Can’t fault this place. Class good with incredible service - Allahuma barik

Way too busy. Food use to be on point but recently on last few visits not the quality it use to be.

Very nice food I love the bbq chicken

Got a cheese burger meal, very small portion of chips which were burnt, burger was not as expected, over priced.

Lovely fresh food and excellent customer service. Highly recommended.

First visit to Charcoals for a while. Looks like the place isn't making as much profit as they used to , so they decide to let the customers take a hit, Flour must be expensive as the naan bread has reduced in size, there must be a shortage of chickens in Blackburn as I needed a binoculars to find the minimal chicken tikka pieces under the salad, which I think was a full lettuce and a few tomatoes. I came to eat a mixed kebab, I am not a vegetarian, but I think you are looking after the customers health these days , which I can give you credit for. Finally your chips portions , 15 chips in a portion for 2 people really .... Times must be hard , £26 for 2 mixed kebabs 1 large potatoe and 2 cans of Rubicon's finest , for sitting upstairs in a takeaway , I didn't think I was eating in Harrods Guys I think you need to look at your menu and think of your customers, rather than thinking of your own pocket , as you take cash only , which must be the only take away left in the country. There is better takeaways elsewhere......

Amazing good good, good price 💯

Nice food. Would have enjoyed more with the chicken more tender like the Koubideh kebab.

Ordered kobeda mix special with naan with portion of chips and drink. Mentioned to the guy behind counter to make sure chicken is not raw as it was on previous occasion. When food arrived the chicken was over cooked as it was hard and there was only 4 pieces of chicken oppose to 6. When pointed out to the guy who made it he wouldn't just listen and kept fobbing me off. I was not expecting that at all especially after being a regular customer. The standards have dropped considerably. Very disappointed and will not be going back again

Amazing food with great customer service

Used to always love their food but nowadays their chicken is burnt and spicy.

Charcoal Cuisine provided a delightful dining experience. The Kobeda was delicious, accompanied by soft and fresh Naan, crispy and hot chips. The rapid service and spacious seating, with food served upstairs, added to the positive experience. Affordable prices, a fresh and yummy salad, and the best Kobeda make it a place I'll be returning to very soon.

Very busy = Very good food. Does take a while for order to be ready though.

Absolutely snash it every time love it

Amazing grill food choices , little expensive though

Don't get me wrong, it's a lovely place, clean and all. The food is fresh but not cheap and keeps steadily going up. The other thing is, you decide you want to eat from here, you ring up or turn up and it's closed for no reason.

The combo mixed grill platter was decent. The only problem is a VERY big problem and that’s the parking here.

Ordered a mix kobeda and chicken naan. Excellent food, plenty of salad and provided extra sauces. As plenty of other reviews have said already, the place is really clean and the staff very friendly

Fresh nan breads made on site and good quality ingredients . In my opinion best kebabs in blackburn

Been twice in 2 weeks, everything was great including service. highly recommended

Food here is always brilliant, I’ve been countless times and it never disappoints, the last time I went the lamb chops tasted a little bit funny but apart from that 10/10 every time. Charcoal cuisine definitely have pride in what they do and have high standards their kitchen/shop is also extremely clean.

Scam They put too much salad less chicken and kebabs Don't buy as takeaway they scammed give me full salad in my sandwich there wasn't any chicken tikka in my sandwich and the other one they put full 2 onions to other sandwiches which it was overcooked Don't buy as a takeaway not checking it Before checking then buy it Here is proof of sandwich

Great food is freshly cooked, and it tasted great! Chops were succulent. Recommended!

Guy serving us at lunch on on 27 Sept 2023 was just damn rude and making no eye contact , no communication whatsoever- was clearly given somebody else’s order as was told to arrive within five minutes for making call prior to arrival. And then, when I asked if the the tray of food hanging around on the shop counter was still still piping hot , that’s when it went all down hilll, he was deliberately taking long to provide order to eat in upstairs - was served luke warm double fried chips this and the whole order was just not on point again. And this is 2nd disastrous lunch time event for me, when the owners are around in evening the service is much better - during day it slips- man who served me lacked enthusiasm and energy and felt like he was arsey with me for no reason , he had to be reminded by another customer that I was waiting for for the food on the bottom step when the food was ready and in front of him - I had to remind him to smile !! And his response was absolutely blank face

I and my friend had a lovely meal especially the kobeda kebabs alongside a little mix shish and chops. Thank you!

Is the best food I ever eat, my family lives în Europa and when they was in Blackburn and they eat to Charcoal Cuisine, they say the same...is the best food ever eat.

This placed kebabs are very tasty good prices very clean very polite well worth a visit

Very very poor food. I ordered Lamb chops and kobeda it was almost burned, lamb chops more then too hard just like footsole. Don't waste your money. They should learn more how to cook chops

Popped in today for a kebab. Lovely staff, spotlessly clean, superb kebab, great value. 5 stars from me all day long.

Best place by far to get food from in the Blackburn area. This place is to die for 🤤🤤🤤🤤

Food is nice, waiting time is a bit long has good seating

Amazing food and friendly staff Also very clean and efficient

It's good food and looks very clean food 💯 good but the one man behind counter treat his staff badly souting at them put me off other than that love to go back again .

Fresh food made while you wait, very clean place, very tasty and friendly staff. Regular place now

Food was great. Best kobeda in town and the sauces are amazing. Definitely recommend to anyone.

One of the best in Blackburn!! Highly recommended

Kobedas is the main feat here and various grilled foods such as chicken and lamb chops

Taking out one star for lamb chops which was chewy last time, otherwise no doubt for kobeda kebabs and chicken always tasty and tender with perfect salad and grilled onion.

Recently, I had the opportunity to order a takeaway from Charcoal Cuisine, and I must say, it was a delightful experience from start to finish. The restaurant's commitment to using fresh ingredients was evident even in their takeaway offerings. The kebabs I ordered were nothing short of delicious. The generous portions of chicken and lamb in each kebab were cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and flavorful meat. The freshness of the ingredients truly shone through, adding an extra layer of satisfaction to every bite. One aspect that particularly impressed me was the size of the nan breads that accompanied the kebabs. Despite being a takeaway, the nan breads were still substantial and of excellent quality. They provided the perfect base for enjoying the succulent kebabs, and their large size ensured that each bite was filled with a delightful combination of flavors. Compared to my previous takeaway experience from Charcoal Cuisine, this time was even better. The flavors seemed to be more refined, and the overall quality of the food was outstanding. It was evident that the restaurant pays great attention to detail, even in their takeaway offerings, ensuring that customers can enjoy a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of their own homes. While it's worth mentioning that Charcoal Cuisine's prices are slightly higher compared to other takeaway options, I firmly believe that the taste and overall experience justify the cost. The quality ingredients, the skillful preparation, and the robust flavors make it a worthwhile investment. In conclusion, if you're craving delicious and filling kebabs for a takeaway meal, I highly recommend Charcoal Cuisine. Their commitment to using fresh ingredients and their dedication to flavor and quality shine through in every bite. Despite the slightly higher price point, the fantastic taste and overall experience make it a standout choice for a memorable and satisfying takeaway meal

Best Kobedas in lancs thanks lads

The guy who served us was borderline rude. He carries on talking without listening to others. He was very rude to his staff. Food was served hot, but the kamb chops and lamb pieces were very chewy. Chicken and kobeda were nice and juicy. Nan breads were nice and fresh, but the chips they served us were either cooked a few days ago or they have been reheated 10 times. Salad lacked any substance. Just some lettuce,cabbage, and a few pickled chillis were served as salad. Sauces weren't nice either. The place was clean but overcrowded. Couldn't sit relax and enjoy the meal with family in there. People stand in corridors overlooking while you are trying to eat your food. I don't think we would return to this place again.

Best Kobeda kebab anywhere in blackburn...Fantastic food cooked over charcoal. People used to say Rusholme chippy (in Manchester, wilmslow road) was best for a kobeda kebab, but now the crown definitely goes to this place. These boys must have had a link with Rusholme chippy as they do the same sauces not found anywhere else. Definitely worth visiting if you've not been there before. However beware....as you'll get addicted...lol.

i ordered lamb chops, kabida, and chicken Tika. food was crab. even not proper cook. i would recommend any body to b there.

nice food great service just 1 issue they only take cash no card

Lovely people Good hearty food Fast service Lovely sauces. Come all the way especially for the yellow and red sauce. Lovely Can only say could do with a bigger place. Feels very intimidating sitting around so many people so close together in a very small room. Feel like no privacy and that’s the only reason I hesitate to go there often. But love the food and the service provided by the people there.

Alhamdullilah best kebabs and lamb chops going

My partner and I went last weekend as a treat and must say it was the best kebab we've EVER had! We will definitely be back again.

Food was delicious 😋. Deffo have to try the kobeda kebabs.. The chips are also tasty.

Excellent food with great service

Food is nice but the customer service from the staff is rubbish. Need a training course in how to be polite to customers. certainly put me off going back

This is one of my favourite spots in Blackburn. The kobedas here are the best in the UK. The food must be made with a lot of care because it has never faulted each time I have been here. Hats off the the chefs Food is Masha Allah

Nice food, but they don't accept payment by card.

Lovely food, very fresh n tasty

This place has become very disorganised they can’t get the orders right. One one occasion they forgot 1 item and this after an hour’s wait! 1 person was left without a meal. Called in and they said if you order next time they’ll not only give us the item they’ll give one more for free. Fast forward to my next order… they couldn’t recall the conversation! But, they did discount for what they forgot. This time they almost forgot an item they got most of my order ready but was waiting on 1 item so my order sat on the counter for around 10-15 mins, needless to say everything but that last item was cold when I got home and had to be reheated. Have a look at the lamb shish below to see what passes here…. Think I’ll stick to Al Quds from now on.

Very good food from here my go to for a good kebab

Best mixed Kabab platter in town. Reasonably priced . Good sitting arrangement.

Grilled chicken as part of £27meal could do with being cooked more for char

Consistently great food and the hygiene of this place is like no other. Recommend going and trying what they have to offer you will not be disappointed!

Wonderful little place in dreary Blackburn! Liked it so much had to go again especially for this place. Excellent seating for families. Very clean, private, aesthetic. Small room for prayers, good parking facilities opposite. Food was v tasty and reasonably priced, hope they don't increase! And they had the one thing which makes every takeaway standout...good quality sauces, plenty of bottles, and take as much as you wish. If I'm in the area, definitely going again.

Delicious food and good service. They have a prayer room and a decent bathroom. It's cash only

Food is nice, sitting like a takeaway not like restaurants. But the price wise well worth x

Fantastic place, outstanding food.

Best takeaway in Lancashire by far. The food is a delight. Please try it and sit in for the full experience