A strong five stars without a doubt! After hearing that Los Angeles County is home to a large Armenian population, I knew we had to try their cuisine. By chance, I happened to see this restaurant was just a few minutes from our hotel. With the promising ratings, and seeing that it's a humble independent restaurant, I selected Adana with enthusiasm. The restaurant's space is fairly small with just a few tables, and at 4:00PM, a couple of customers were finishing up their meals when we entered. We asked our waitress about the size of the entrées and she mentioned they are pretty large since they include salad, hummus and pita. That said, we decided to order three entrees for the four of us to share, specifically two of the Combination and one Soltani Combo. Our waitress had a wonderful idea of serving everything family style. All the meat and rice literally came on a platter, with bowls of salad, hummus and seasoned onions on the side. Alongside all of this, she brought out a basket with two types of pita - one soft, and the other toasted. It was a TON of food! + COMBINATION DINNER ($25.99): Including chicken, beef and looleh (ground lamb kabob), this plate provides you with a perfect variety. The chicken was absolutely flawless! I normally don't describe chicken as being succulent, but this one was so juicy, and marinated with a perfect grill. It may be one of my top chicken dishes... ever! I also loved the looleh, which was flavored with onion, parsley and some warm spices. I can be hesitant to order lamb due to the gaminess, but I didn't find it too wild at all. Somehow, I missed trying a bite of the beef, but my dining companions apparently enjoyed it since they gobbled it all up before I could snatch some. + SOLTANI COMBO DINNER ($37.99): In terms of meats, this plate had cuts of filet mignon and a koobideh (ground beef) kabab. The filet mignon was pretty tender and tasted quite natural, which is how it should be enjoyed. The koobideh was also delicious, hefty with a rich beefy flavor. These dishes came with a fluffy side of rice, which tasted a little buttery. I couldn't stop eating the refreshing Persian Salad of chopped cucumber and tomato, in addition to the side of sliced marinated onions. Both of these brought a nice crunch and their acidity paired perfectly in between bites of meat. Their hummus was impeccable as well... so nutty and light, almost having a whipped consistency. The hummus of my dreams, seriously! If that wasn't enough food, I couldn't resist trying their EGGPLANT DISH ($10.99) appetizer. Also known as Kashk-e-Bademjan, fried eggplant came topped with condensed yogurt, fried onions and mint. The eggplant was sliced thin and tasted like it had a slight char. The yogurt sauce was nice and creamy with the onions adding so much flavor and the mint gave it a cool finish. Needless to say, I loved this! Our waitress was the sweetest, being so genuine and providing us with the best hospitality. She shared that the restaurant's owner uses ingredients of the utmost quality, including real saffron from abroad. I had no doubts, as I could taste the care and love that the chef poured into the dishes. Adana truly sets the bar high! read more

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This may be the best kebab I have had in LA. I've tried so many different incredible places but the steak was so tender, the lamb was so beautifully seasoned, and the flavors were so exceptional. You can tell the staff is no nonsense and absolutely will not say that what they have is better than anywhere else, they don't compare one item on the menu to another, and when I said their kebab was my favorite he said they just do their best and there's no competition in the industry just different people doing their own thing and I love that. It really comes through in the food and the service, you get the sense that they are down to earth and no gimmicks, they believe in every single thing on the menu and it is undoubtedly fantastic. I am excited to come back and try other menu items although I will never not get the lamb because it is now my number 1 lamb in LA. The interior is simple and there's no frills. I love that but some people like more pageantry. Our server was very friendly and gave us just the right amount of telling us about the food vs letting us do our thing. Love it! read more

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***Michelin Bib Gourmand*** Looking for a top notch Middle Eastern restaurant? Adana is certainly one of the best in/around Los Angeles. Recipient of a Michelin Bib Gourmand award, Adana is also no stranger to the Los Angeles Times 101 Best Restaurants list, ranking #73 by Jonathan Gold in 2017. Accolades aside, this place definitely lives up to the hype. Between the food and service, Adana offers an excellent dining experience. Came here for my first time back in late October for lunch. We were in the area, and I had been curious to try this place for a while. I don't eat Middle Eastern food very often, so I'll admit I'm no expert. We deferred to our waitress for recommendations, and none of them disappointed. Each dish we ordered was incredibly flavorful and delicious. While I have only been here once, it left a memorable impression. I hope to get a chance to dine at Adana again soon. read more

Adana Restaurant - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

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Another amazing spot recommended by my friend. This restaurant is a hidden gem, I never would've found it without someone specifically telling me where it is. Definitely worth checking out. There is a small parking lot right next to it and I think I saw metered street parking. I went post lunch so I'm pretty sure I barely missed the crowd. The food is delicious! I definitely recommend the steak, it was a balance of well cooked and juicy. That is such a hard balance to hit but they do it! They also provide you with pita bread and fried pita bread! It was amazing! The side dishes are delightfully fresh and tasty. If you're an onion lover like me make sure to order the onions with all the spices, it's just so darn good! The ambience is nice! The server was super helpful and answered all my annoying questions (as I normally do). Definitely going to return soon! read more

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Adana is in a quiet corner of Glendale's northern edge. It has a wide variety of Middle Eastern and Armenian meze (appetizers) and Persian main dishes. The portions are lavish and the flavors are bold. Koobideh Beef: The rice is fluffy and buttery and is yellow from saffron at the top. The koobideh are long beef kababs mixed with spices and chopped onions. The Persian salad is sweet, slightly savory, crunchy, and minty. It could do with an extra splash of vinegar. Raw onions are tangy and slathered with sumac. The hummus here is silky smooth. How can something made of beans be so rich and creamy? Albaloo Polo: Large chunks of boneless chicken thigh kababs are grilled to perfection. They are golden, firm, and savory. Part of the rice (polo) is buttery and yellow from the saffron. Another portion is stained pink from sour cherries (albaloo). The red cherries look like tiny grape tomatoes and have a sweet and sour flavor. This dish also comes with hummus and Persian salad, as well as crispy spiced pita chips. Ordering: You will need to order ahead because Adana is not currently open for dining in. There is a table in the middle of the empty dining room where you can pick up your food. read more

Adana Restaurant - Beef Koobideh - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

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A friend and I recently met at Adana for lunch. The restaurant's interior is a bit dated, but the food was excellent. We both ordered the chicken kabob lunch--chunks of chicken thigh with rice and a small Mediterranean chopped salad--perfectly cooked. The waitstaff was friendly and attentive. They have a few parking spaces on the south side of the restaurant, otherwise, street parking is available. read more

They have the absolute best kebabs! The portions are large and so are the sides. We love this little restaurant and have been ordering take out for many years. read more

All started with super friendly conversation over the phone Food was delicious and portions were really generous. I ordered catering option for 10 ppl U actually can feed 15 easily The whole experience was above my expectations Would recommend to my friends and family read more

My party of 4 and I knew that Glendale is a popular city for Middle Eastern food. As a result, we decided on Adana Restaurant, after finding it on the Michelin Guide (It's a Bib Gourmand in ). We arrived and parked in the side parking lot on a Sunday evening, around 6pm. Upon parking, we realized there were no other cars in the lot and it appeared that most of the kitchen staff was on break outside. When we entered the restaurant, our suspicions were confirmed. There were no other patrons. However, during our dining experience, there were several take out orders. It seems like this area might be popping during the work week, and a little sleepier during the weekends. Nevertheless, the food was delicious. Food ordered: Complimentary: - Pita bread - fried and plain pita pocket - The Sumac sliced Onions were so good and there's more of the same seasoning on the side, if you wanted more. 1. Igra (Armenian Eggplant Dip): 5/5 I asked the server which dip she would recommend and she said all the dips are delicious. So, we decided on an eggplant dish since there were 2 eggplant based ones, so it must be good. It was good. The Igra has roasted eggplant, tomato, and red pepper, giving it a beautiful dark orange red color and so much depth of flavor. 2. Lebni (Kefir Cheese Dip): 5/5 If you like cheese and yogurt, you will like the lebni. This was very refreshing and complimented well with the pita bread and the heartier meats. 3. Chicken Breast Kabab, Shirin Polo: 5/5 I was nervous to try this since sometimes chicken breast is dry, but this was so tender and marinated and cooked perfectly. We got the Shirin Polo which is Chicken Kebab with rice, where the rice is basmati rice with an orange peel, almond sweet and sour sauce. We personally were not a fan of this flavored rice, and preferred the normal saffron rice that comes with the plates. 4. Koobideh Kabab (Ground Beef Skewers) : 5/5 This was definitely our party's favorite. The beef kebabs were tender and seasoned wonderfully. Every bit was delicious. I also appreciate that the kebabs some without the skewer attached (it feels awkward to try to cut around it when with others :P). Anyways, this was so good. Both kebab entrees came with a Persian Cucumber Salad and Hummus, and yes, I have to call it out since the Cucumber salad was so amazing. There was so much flavor that I did not know could exist from tossing cukes and tomato together. Overall, everything we tried here was phenomenal. So much flavor and great contrast of textures. A couple of small things to call out: 1) We were the only party there for the prime dinnertime which was fine, but as I mentioned, it was a little unsettling to park with no one else parked nearby. 2) My partner and I are pretty sure we got mosquito bites while dining in here. We sat by the door and there were some gnats (due to them trying to air out the dining area). Definitely would get food here again! read more

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I really enjoyed the food and service at this restaurant. It's in an industrial part of Glendale and street parking may be limited. There is a small off street lot for customers. The interior is set up rather uniquely with a lot of space between tables and a large open space in the middle for take out orders...I believe this is due to Covid precautions. The food was amazing and portions were generous for the price. I ordered the chicken kabab (thigh meat) and others ordered the koobideh kabab. The skewers came with a large amount of buttery, fluffy rice, a side salad and a bowl of sumac onions for the table. Seasoning was excellent for everything and the owner came out to check on us as well. I would definitely recommend and come back. read more

Delicious Persian food! Loved everything we ate and the service was great. Fairly priced as well - I would recommend read more

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Very quiet place here but smells delicious and the food is absolute heaven and perfection! There was one young gentleman going around attending to the tables and an older gentleman I believe to be the owner he came out greeted and asked how we would like our food on 1 plate or multiple. Cracked a couple jokes and very polite. Will most definitely be coming back! Sorry for not posting pics kids were hungry. read more

I love this place so much. Tonight I choose pork ribs and they were perfect. Always get the region's best hummus and the Felicia avocado salad. read more

We usually go to Raffi's Place in Glendale as well as Nersses Vanak Restaurant but wanted to give Adana a try; we're so glad we did. The Chicken Kabob, it comes with two sides and white rice with saffron. The chicken Kabob is delicious & tender, the white rice has actually saffron, not like others that you can't tell. It's worth trying this place, I'm certain you won't be disappointed. The restaurant is clean, and customer service was great. My only regret is that I live out of town wish it was closer to home, I think I found my new favorite location. read more

Loved the food here but hand a rude man get angry with me when I asked about a dish the last time so I stop coming here.

Visited for the third or fourth time. A consistent hit! My daughter in-law is gluten and dairy intolerant. They accommodate her needs with enthusiasm. A favorite for her father, who was born in Iraq. Looking forward to our next visit. The salmon is outstanding read more

Visiting 2 Days Straight To Dine. Excellent Armenian Persian Kabab. 2023 Los Angeles Michelin Bib Gourmand. Order Soltani Combo (Barg + Koobideh) & Extra Chicken Koobideh , Beef Shish Kabab & Extra Chicken (Thigh) Kabab , Chicken Kabab , Lamb Chop Kabab. Tender Juicy Kababs. Two Thumbs Up !!! Definitely Recommended. read more

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Their food is really good. We've been coming here for years and never disappoints! We always get the chicken kabob.

This is not going to be a long post. This is by far hands down the best food I've ever eaten at a restaurant! Huge portions. Reasonable prices. We will be coming here a lot. All proteins are juicy. I don't know what else to say! read more

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Great food. I found this place on Michelin application as I was excited to try something new in Mediterranean cuisine. I placed the order on the phone and the food was ready as promised. Our dinner was still hot when I got home! My wife and I will come back! read more

There are good Middle Eastern restaurants and then there are great Middle Eastern restaurants (especially in Glendale), Adana is one of the GREAT ones. There's a reason why the late Jonathan Goldman (LA Times) and Mark Bittman (NY Times) both praised the restaurant. Bittman seems to have made Adana part of his go to restaurants whenever he was in town. I needed food for 20 and we quickly put together a varied menu for a fair price. Plenty of options for the vegetarians (dolmeh, hummus, igra - my favorite!!) and carnivores alike (chicken, beef, koobideh kabab). Everything is delicious. You need to follow in the footsteps of Goldman and Bittman - put Adana in your regular rotation. One note of warning, don't ask for substations. A certain episode of Seinfeld comes to mind. read more

In support of local restaurants that we love... Isobel L. organized a Zoom take-out challenge for her Yelp friends which took place during the Age of the Covid-19 Pandemic (3/25/2020). Gary I. met me there and brought in some sake for the owner. The koobideh (ground beef kabob) was terrific, tender and flavorful. The rice was nothing short of incredible and some of the very best middle eastern rice I've ever had! I loved the thick and creamy Ash-Reshteh soup too! The sides of pickled veggies, dolmeh (grape leaves wrapped around spiced rice) and pita bread were delicious as well! Since this all had to be transported to my home for consumption, I appreciated the budge-proof Saran wrapping job. Nothing spilled, nothing wasted. Loved the food, loved the personable owner and I look forward to visiting again to try more of their menu. Bravo! read more

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Michelin gave it a Bib Gourmand, but I think a star would be reasonable. Just the side of Hummus and Salad that comes with the lunch have earned my heaping praise, and I've never had such flavorful Dolmeh. Armenia Eggplant Dip is awesome. It's dark and thoroughly baked, with no of the sliminess, and a slightly sweet undertone. Koobideh Kabab is moist and meaty without being heavy, a lovely lunch. The Abaloo Polo is "just chicken", but the marinade of spices gets all the way through. It's the only kebab that Jonathan Gold has ever praised, and it'll make you forget every other kebab you've ever had. And opt for the cherry rice every chance you get. I never thought I'd find roasted meat exciting, but this is some of the finest you'll ever have. read more

I now know why the late Jonathan Gold commended Adana so highly. After having been guided by the Über Chef de Cuisine at Adana and going by his recommendations as what to order, his superb culinary skills were laid bare in an exposition of fine art that praises the ancient Persian kitchen where the Persian Empire was in full swing 2,600 years ago. Our Chef was excellent at knowing what side dishes would pair w/ the main dish whether it would cleanse the palate, emphasize the flavours inherent in both dishes, add refreshing or enriching textures, aromas, taste contrasts, etc. Our hours long dining extravaganza was a tour de force of Persian cuisine conducted and curated by the culinary force of nature. Thank you Chef for an edifying, revelatory look into the sophisticated Iranian food scene. 5+ stars!!! 1) Adana Avocado Salad: Prepared slices avocado, chopped onion and herbs, garlic onion & spicy dressing. The ripe, soft, unctuous avocado contrasted well as well as augmenting to the funky vegetal spicIness. 2) Fattush Salad:  Verdolagas, tomato, cucumber, radish, herbs and feta cheese, garnished with pita chips and our spicy dressing. The slightly viscous, slippery Verdolaga was a rare treat that elevated the summer ripe vegetables & the milder goaty tones of the Feta. 3)  Eggplant Dish (Kashk-e-Bademjan): Fried eggplant in rich condensed yogurt topped with fried onions and mint. This yogurt was thick, creamy, touch sweet, reminiscent of a way more  sophisticated version of the old school Lipton's french onion dip made w/ sour cream. 4) Soltani Kabab Combo: Combination of filet mignon kabob & koobideh also known in Armenian as Luleh Kabab which is rough ground beef favoured w/ black pepper, turmeric, onion, possibly saffron, then skewered & charbroiled to perfection. 4a) Hummus/Garbanzo bean dip: Garbanzo beans, sesame seeds, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and spices.  Apparently not part of the classic Persian repertoire, but an import from the neighboring Levant, the lands adjacent to the eastern Mediterranean. 4b)Maast-o Khiar/Cucumber yogurt dip: Interestingly, this refreshing, healthful probiotic dip goes in a straight line from Greece as Tzatziki to Iran, then India where it is called Raita. 5) Full Hatam: Pieces of nicely butchered, moist, meaty, lightly golden brown Cornish Hen on a skewer. 5a) Persian Salad:   Finely chopped tomatoes, cucumber, onions and herbs with olive oil & lemon dressing. Good palate refresher to the slightly gamey fowl. 5b) Shirin Polo: Orange peel, almond sweet and sour sauce, served with basmati rice. The sweet, citrus rind taste & aromatics create a fine grey border between savory & dessert.   6)  Ash Reshte: Thickened soup mix of chopped herbs, kidney beans, lentils, garbanzo beans and noodles, topped with fried onions, garlic and creamed whey. SatisfyIngly rich in a warm homey sort of way. 6a) Small side dish of sour, fruity powdered Somagh sprinkled onion salad 7)  Salmon (Fish Kabab): Broiled cuts of fatty Salmon Belly Filet 7a) Albaloo Polo: Agrodolce Sour Cherry Basmati style nutty, pleasantly dry, friable rice. 7b)Vinaigrette Veggie Blend with beets and red beans, potato, pickles, and cabbage in an acidic gastrique that cuts through the fattiness & salmon flavours. 1-7a) Premium Japanese Sakè (sah keh) was an extremely good pairing as well as red Cabernet Sauvignon. Doogh yogurt drink w/ dried mint was the traditional non alcohol alternative. read more

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I was not expecting such an amazing meal. I had the salmon and it was juicy and full of flavor. The other diners also enjoyed their dishes just as much. Great value and service. The place seems closed at first glance but if the sign says open then come on in. It's worth the stop. read more

Best Armenian/middle eastern food I've had in LA. Really cute mom and pop place. The owner is really generous and take pride in his place. Dolma and Greek salad I've had anywhere. Delicious stew and kebabs. Very big portions. You will take left overs. Can't wait to come back. read more

The food was just okay, but it was pretty affordable-- ~$20 for a Chicken Kabob, Hummus, and Pita. Chicken was juicy and had some flavor, Fried Pita was good, but regular pita was just okay, it was the thin store bought kind that's really more like lavash. The hummus wasn't good it was pretty oil forward and just tasted like chickpeas out of the can. read more

Hidden gem alert! This hole-in-the-wall Armenian/ Middle Eastern restaurant is located in a small building on San Fernando Rd, on the border of Glendale and Burbank. There is a small parking lot with about 5 spots on the south side of the building. The entry to this treasure lies behind a decorative bronze metal and glass door. Don't blink your eyes or you'll miss it. The interior is simple and clean with tables and chairs and ceiling art. The vibe was relaxed and social. I had a small gathering here with 6 co-workers on a Tuesday afternoon. I made reservations for 12:30pm and had pre-ordered. I arrived at 12:15 pm. The restaurant was busy but not crowded with about 15-20 diners. I met with the owner, Edward, and was immediately seated. Promptly at 12:30 pm, the appetizers were brought to the table by Selena and Margarite. Three types of kebabs (chicken breast, ground chicken, and beef) followed. The food was impressive. Everything was beautifully plated, in enormous portions and delicious. The vegetarians in my group were thrilled with all of the vegetarian options. The vinaigrette and falafels made the top of our vegetarian list. Everyone loved the flavored pita chips. Comments received about the kebabs was they were all juicy and tender and "best kebabs ever." Service was outstanding. Everyone was friendly, super attentive and helpful. Edward was warm and accommodating. There were 2 small nice single user restrooms, one female and one unisex. Both were clean and functional. Prices were very reasonable for the type and quality of food. Definitely worth many more visits... for dining in or take out. read more

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The food was so good and the service was top notch. We went back twice. For the food and service I would expect this place would be packed but it's a hidden gem. read more

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Kobideh was OK but nothing special. Shish kabob was good and tasty. Service is fast and friendly. Ambiance is fine. Appetizers were very tasty but seems expensive for the portions. Will I come back? Sure, I will order shish or barg kabob. Food comes with yogurt, salad and onion marinated with sumac. I was happy. If you don't see tomato, it is because you can get yogurt or tomato with your kabob! read more

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Great little place. Nothing fancy. Food is excellent. Dolma, kebabs, koobedeh, stews, sides. Everything is wonderful. No liquor license. read more

Wow. Spectacular Mediterranean food. We loved the kabobs, hummus, and salad. Will order again!

Wanted to try something new, so my friend and I were in the area and looked up this restaurant. Not much space in the lot, so we had to drive around the block to look for parking and ended up with a spot right out front! I just stood in the door way until we were eventually noticed by staff to be gruffly told "have a seat, please" and then I was confused which seat as one wasn't pointed out. So be aware the seating works European style where you seat yourselves. The pricing is about $20 for a dinner plate but the portions are huge so it's like two meals in one. Comes with pita bread! I got the beef kebab, it was cooked just right not dry or overly chewy. The rice was fluffy and tasted buttery, but I didn't realize how much oil there was in the food until the next day eating leftovers and there's was at least a quarter cup of orange oil pooled at the bottom of the tray. The salad was my favorite, I ate mine and my friend's too. Fresh tomato, onion, cucumber and herbs so refreshing to eat, it's perfect for our endless California summers. read more

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All the meat dishes from steak, lamb, and chicken were tender and succulent. The side dishes were fresh, tasty, and sizable. The hummus was exceptionally smooth. This place definitely deserves a revisit. Negatives include limited beverage choices and no alcohol. Still, I found the food here is of higher quality than at Raffi's Place. read more

Exceptional fresh cuisine made with care. The vegetarian combo plate and fatoush salad were perfect!

This is the best Mediterranean food that I ever taste. The ingredients are so fresh. The meat is so tender. We love every bite of these plates that comes out fantastic from their kitchen. You all must try their food. Please go and check them out, and you will not be disappointed. I will be back at this restaurant for sure! read more

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Amazing boiled and baked dumplings. Exactly what we needed after driving around the valley all day. The ladies really want you to enjoy their cooking. read more

Exceptional food! I'm an Armenian, and fairly good cook myself, if I may say so. I went there for dinner with my son to check out this place, and possibly to place a catering order for my birthday party. We both are well traveled picky eaters with high standards for good food. Adana did not disappoint - everything we ordered was very tasty, the service was attentive, obliging, and colorful. I was grateful for not hearing glaring music that is so common in most Armenian restaurants. I placed a catering order at the end of our meal. Yesterday was the day I placed the order for. Everything was ready, when I arrived, and loaded promptly into my trank. All my guests were praising the spread of food, and asking, where is it from. Each appetizer and salad tasted amazing, and my gluten- free and vegetarian friends were very happy with variety and quality of food. I will definitely patron Adana in the future, and it will be my first pick for catering orders for sure. read more

Better than EVER. This is my favorite Persian style kabob restaurant. Every morsel of food is perfectly seasoned and delectable. We had the kashk e bademjan -- eggplant with a whey/mint sauce. Perfection. Hubs had the chicken breast, which he enjoyed to the last drop. Said it was super moist and succulent. I had the chicken koobideh, which was also excellent. We both had the barberry rice. It was buttery and delicious. Every bite inspired an ecstatic groan. It's a LOT of food. My dish lasted 2.5 meals. read more

Incredible food!! Def the type of place you must visit several times to try everything on the menu. Excellent service, special thanks to Sam who was our waiter. Will come back and highly recommend read more