Gyro restaurant

gyro king

KensingtonBrooklyn

4.3· 1,731 reviewsOpen nowVegetarianHalal
gyro king — gyro restaurant — in Kensington — Brooklyn — NYC
gyro king interior — Kensington

Kensington

Brooklyn

The brief

About gyro king

24-hour fast-food joint serving gyros, kebabs & falafel in a tiny, low-key space.

Health inspection

NYC DOHMH Grade C

C

Score50(lower is better)

Inspected9/5/2025

Grade C indicates serious violations. The restaurant is subject to accelerated re-inspection by the DOHMH.

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Community Rating

4.3

out of 5

1,731 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about gyro king

15 verified Google reviews · 7 with owner responses

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15 reviews

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KellyLocal guide
a month ago

Stumbled upon this late night after arriving at JFK airport and were were famished! I had the Very delicious lamb over rice! Devoured So fast I didn't get a chance to take a pic! Prices are great and so are the portions! The hours are a bonus! Highly recommend this place!!

Andrew Chan
2 months ago

You have to try this place!!! My absolute FAVORITE local dinner spot. The best service, ingredients, and quality. The food is delicious and their kindness makes everything even better! Thank you Gyro King!😋🥙

Eli Dimenshteyn (LED)Local guide
4 months ago

I stopped by this place late one night after work, and was not disappointed. They are open 24/7 unlike most places in the neighborhood. The Lamb and Chicken Combo Plate was phenomenal. I would specifically like to point out the friendliness and very outgoing demeanor of the owner Mr. Wasseem! Very few businessmen treat their clients in such a manner, and it's pleasant to enter a place and feel treated as if you belong there. Please make sure to check this place out, especially if you're in the Ditmas Park Area! God Bless<br>🙌

Daniel Rodriguez
4 months ago

Gyro king represents what the American dream is. A man making magic out of nothing. From the environment to the food; every detail of the experience is filled with love and passion. I walked in with no expectations and left with the feeling of hope. If everything could be as good as the experience gyro king has to offer the world would be a better place. 5/5 is the max you can give but if you go in, you would realize that this is an understatement.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much—your words truly mean the world to us ❤️

Caroline Liu
5 months ago

One of the best meals I’ve had in New York and maybe my life. Every bite blew my mind. The owner Wasseem was so friendly and funny, definitely made me feel at home here. We ordered: lamb gyro & lamb chop, chicken kofta, and the baklava. Definitely try their chicken corn soup (made in-house and bursting with flavor!) and their green tea.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food and felt at home—can’t wait to welcome you back again 😊

Faith McGinnis
6 months ago

Wowwwwww hands down super delicious!<br>Their baby lambs hands down the best. Service amazing and the tea hits the spot. Definitely recommend to come and try out.

Response from the owner

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed everything 😊

Dmitry R
6 months ago

What a gem! I rolled up hungry and left absolutely floored. They’re open 24/7 — perfect for late-night cravings — and their sauces are next-level.<br><br>Wasseem is always super friendly and welcoming, making you feel like a regular. He’s always inviting me to try new items— and 9 times out of 10? I end up totally loving them.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much! We're glad you enjoyed everything — Wasseem will be happy to hear your kind words! Come back anytime, we’ve always got something new for you to try 😊

Zelig GrunsteinLocal guide
6 months ago

What an incredible experience I had! I was here with my girlfriend. The food here is amazing on every level—fresh and very delicious. The hospitality is amazing on every level. The owner gave us some delicious dessert, which I forgot to take a picture of, but trust me, it was delicious. Then he brought us some tea; I've never had such good tea in my life. Thanks for the experience. I would recommend stopping and supporting the local people.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food, tea, and hospitality—it was a pleasure having you both. Hope to see you again soon!

Olesya Knyazeva
7 months ago

One of the best places, great staff, and very nice and generous with the food portions. The owner super nice and chill. A great seating area. Love coming here after a long day of work/school with friends. Recommend to try chicken over rice!!!

Response from the owner

Thank you so much! We’re glad you enjoy the food and vibes — hope to see you again soon!

Joseph ALocal guide
Edited 9 months ago

For $12.50 you get a huge portion of lamb and chicken over rice, plenty of veggies and a can of soda. The veggies are fresh and taste good but for some reason the lamb and chicken really lacks flavor. Even with the white and red sauce, and seasoning. I thought it was just me but my buddy and his sister also said the meat didn’t have any taste. You get a lot of it though and it will fill you up.<br><br>My local 24 hour bodega and the other one a few blocks away make MUCH tastier lamb and chicken. Also the halal cart guy on Ditmas outside the CVS is substantially better. It’s not just the one time but the last few times I’ve been here I’ve noticed the lack of flavor.<br><br>Edit* I found a pic of the same meal from 2019 and it’s totally different looking. I never ask for extra sauce or anything so this is what it looks like with the standard amount. The taste difference matches the visual difference. I hope it gets back to that soon.

HakLocal guide
a year ago

So I haven’t eaten chicken on rice (gyro) for years. And we bought for everyone. It was so good. Some of us had Lamb over rice, some just chicken, but other both. It was really good and everyone loved it.

Response from the owner

Hey Hak,Thank you so much for the amazing 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your experience at Gyro King. It means a lot to us to know you loved the food and service. We truly appreciate your support and can’t wait to serve you again soon!

Danish TaimoorLocal guide
Edited 2 years ago

Looking for an amazing halal spot? Look no further. You have found it. This is my favorite halal food spot and it is better than Halal Guys Unlike the other guys, their meat is not dry but juicy and full of flavor. You really cannot go wrong I've only ordered chicken or lamb over rice or both When you come in, let them know what you want and they'll scoop some rice and they have a salad bar where you can pick what greens you want. I definitely recommend the salad, cucumbers, jalapeño, and chick peas. Can't go wrong with those. They also do have olives for those people who like that. After that, they load your platter with meat and then comes my favorite part. The sauce I ALWAYS get extra white sauce because there has to be some crack in it. In addition to that, I will also get the green sauce for a little spice. If you find yourself in the area, definitely come by If you pay cash, there's no tax

nico h.Local guide
Edited 2 years ago

I really like this place. The food is very fresh and they have many options to add to your pita plate, gyro, or sandwich. They have lamb and or chicken options and pita bread 🫓. The plates average $8.99+. It is priced reasonable for the amount and quality of the food you receive. I have eaten here a few times and I would definitely recommend to eat if you are in the area. They are also on Door Dash- open 24 hours. There is not any where to sit inside and eat. It is small.

Frugal CyclistLocal guide
3 years ago

Ordered the chicken gyro on a pita. The chicken was good but it was not heat spun on a turn-still. Felt more like halal chicken over rice. The salad bar was fresh with many toppings. Lots of food for a $7 pita & $1 coke. Pita bread fell apart and not what I expected. The place is getting an extra star for bike friendly, large portions & salad freshness. A better option than Mickey D’s up the block 😅

ZiaLocal guide
4 years ago

When you enter the store you will feel it , in words I called it “gyro world.”<br>The smell of kabab will create enthusiastic appetite.<br>They have salad with lots of topping items.<br>Gyro with chicken , lamb , salmon.<br>They also have tea.<br><br>Please never hesitate to taste their all items.<br>I feel they are better than halal guys , 100 percent (my opinion).<br>Their stuffs are friendly and deliver fresh food always.<br><br>*** they have clean fresh room

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