Street-Side Vibe in DTLA — Xinjiang-Style Kazakh Skewers 🍢🔥

Highly recommended!!! Right in the heart of downtown LA, under the freeway overpass — you’ll find these amazing charcoal-grilled Kazakh (Xinjiang-style) skewers! Here’s your ultimate guide to enjoying them like a pro 😎 🍖 Skewer Options: Chicken (wings or thighs) — $8 Beef — $9 Lamb — $9 One skewer is a solid meal — generous, thick cuts of meat! They also sell bottled sugary sodas 🥤 I tried one of each — all were delicious! If you’re worried about street food hygiene, the setup looks clean, and I felt totally fine afterward 😊 🐑 Lamb Skewers — a top pick if you don’t mind a hint of gaminess. Mostly lean with a little fat for flavor — juicy, aromatic, and packed with smoky charcoal aroma. The meat is tender, marinated beforehand, and seasoned with cumin. Served with thin flatbread, crisp white onions, and a secret dipping sauce — an unforgettable combo! 🌯✨ 🐄 Beef Skewers — great for those who don’t eat lamb. 🍗 Chicken Skewers — marinated in an “Orleans-style” spice blend. Despite the thick cuts, everything stays tender and juicy! ⏳ Wait Time & Ordering Tips: The owner runs just one grill, and it’s been super busy lately! Each large skewer takes about 30 minutes to cook, so expect a 20+ minute wait. Payment: Zelle (account on the wall) or cash only 💵 The Kazakh sister taking orders is sweet but speaks limited English — brush up on your hand gestures! 👋 Wave often to get her attention — they can get overwhelmed. Double-check your order when picking up — sometimes mixes happen! 👥 Mostly Kazakh customers frequent the spot. Next door, there’s a stir-fried noodle stall (the owner speaks Uyghur and greeted me in Chinese — so cool!). I didn’t try it, but it might remind you of night market noodles back home 🍜 🎶 Vibes: 4–5 tables for dine-in (cleaned regularly), Kazakh music playing, atmosphere on point — though most people take away. 🚗 Parking: Street parking available right nearby. 🕔 Hours: Daily, 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM 📍 Near Da Vinci Apartment, DTLA #DTLAEats #StreetFoodLA #XinjiangCuisine #KazakhSkewers #CharcoalGrill #LAStreetFood