Khalil's has been around a long time. Mikhail Khalil, who had been the chef at Omar Khayyam for 12 years, opened his first restaurant in Oakland in 1972. It's authentic, old-fashioned Middle East food. Khalil himself is Syrian, so there's a definite Syrian slant to the menu. I agree with you on the menu.
Prices are reasonable, but they, too, are confusing.
I wonder what it will be when we actually get the bill. The wines are reasonably priced. We've been pleased with some dishes, disappointed with others. Mikhail's wife, Agnes, and son, Michael, also are involved with the restaurant. Servers have Middle East accents.