This place looks amazing and brand new for being 37 years old! In restaurant years that's ancient, so I had to try it out. It's a bright, clean, neutral open space that is beautiful and lends itself well for large groups. It's had a recent renovation that added a full bar and beautiful light fixtures. I'm not much of a drinker so I skipped the bar this time and dove right into some appetizers. Hummus, chiblinkis, and dolma to start along with some bread. They serve healthy portions so I knew we ordered too much food but that's ok we live close and took some home before heading to the game. Next up we had the combo plate that had both beef and chicken and we also ordered the Cornish hen. Both entrees come with half a pot of rice it seemed, along with a tomato and an Anaheim chili that were also charred to perfection like the meat. The meats were lovely, perfectly seasonad and kissed by fire, making them juicy and tasty. This is a hearty meal that won't leave you hungry and defies expectations. It's a kebab but it's more, simple, yummy and grilled just right. We ordered one of their alternative rice dishes which had barberries (cherries) it's different but it works! Service was good not great but the meal more than made up for it being a bit sluggish. They have parking along the side of the building which isn't enough but I think you can probably park along the street too. read more

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This was our favorite Armenian/Persian food spot when we lived in Burbank. Came back after 2 years and was surprised to see the renovation! Not only is the inside seating completely upgraded, they also refined their flavors and seasoning. Our group of six got 2 ribs, 2 chicken, and 2 beef koobideh, Persian salad, hummus and eggplant dip. The food was all amazing. Everyone's favorite was the ribs. They are perfectly grilled and seasoned. The Persian salad was also fresh and paired perfectly as a side. Service was very attentive. Love the new vibes at Adana! read more

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Whenever I travel down to SoCal, my wife and I always try to make it out to Raffi's in Glendale to enjoy some Persian food. On my most recent trip, our local friends recommended Adana instead as another Persian spot. Unlike Raffi's -- which is typically packed every day of the week, on the Monday evening that we stopped by, the restaurant was completely empty when we showed up for our 5:15 p.m. reservation and remained empty for the duration of our meal. Overall, the food and service were spectacular. Between the four in our party, we shared three of their dips -- the classic hummus, the beetroot hummus, and the moutabal. Additionally, we also ordered a tabbouleh salad, a side of tadig, the barg plate and a chicken koobideh plate. This ended up being the perfect amount of food and we ended up taking minimal leftovers to go. The proteins in the plates were the highlight for me. Both the filet mignon in the barg kabob and the chicken in the koobideh kabob were tender, juicy, and cooked to absolute perfection. The sides of rice we selected -- shirin polo and baghali polo, were fluffy, flavorful, and unique in their own way. If I could only chose one side of rice, the shirin polo edges out the baghali by a small hair. The tadig here is super crispy and crunchy and is a great dipper for all the spreads. Overall, there honestly wasn't a single bite I didn't love during my entire meal. If you're looking for incredible Persian food in this part of town, I cannot recommend Adana enough. The food here is on-par, if not better than Raffi's, all without the crazy crowds -- at least if you stop by early on a Monday evening. I can definitely understand why Adana is on the Michelin's Bib Gourmand list. read more

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Reopened after renovation and amazing! Located in Glendale on the border of Burbank, this standalone restaurant is a must visit. It's new modern chic decor (including a new full bar) and relaxed and social vibe create a welcoming atmosphere. On the date and time of my visit, parking was easy. Adana has a small parking lot and ample street parking. I dined here with a large group on an early Sunday evening. The restaurant was busy, but seating was readily available. When I arrived, several of my group were already seated with the menu. The menu had many new items since my last visit which was many years ago. As a vegetarian, I was impressed by the many options I had to choose from. Our table ordered several items and loved them all. The appearance, textures and flavors of each dish was outstanding. And the portions were generous. The standouts were the Lamb Chops Kabob, the Chicken Breast Kabob, the Vospov Soup (lentil soup), the Dolma (probably the best Dolma I've ever had), the Salmon Filet, the Spicy Potatoes and the Oyster Mushrooms. Service was wonderful. Our server was pleasant, friendly and helpful, as were all of the other employees. The two restrooms (women and unisex) were in good working order and clean. As for pricing, Adana received the Bib Gourmand award from the MICHELIN Guide and was honored as a restaurant serving high-quality food at a great, affordable value. If you haven't already visited, you are missing out. If you have, you're probably going back. :) read more

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Adana was a regular for us whenever we had a craving for Mediterranean food. We were disappointed when it closed for a couple years, seemingly to remodel. We went there for their reopening tonight and were pleasantly surprised! The food came out quickly, well seasoned and tastefully presented. My4 lamb chops came with the bone, and they were spectacularly seasoned and tender and not at all gamey. We also ordered the barg, chicken and beef looleh kababs and the falafel plate, all deliciously prepared and presented! We are so glad that Adana is back! It is now beautifully decorated, brightly lit and customer service is top notch! What a wonderful treat to have you back in the Burbank/Glendale area! We will definitely be back! read more

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Wonderful family run restaurant that now has a very pretty modern setting, food also comes out looking so pretty. But the best part is that it's not just pretty, it's actually good! So good I ate it before I could take pictures. Got the: beetroot hummus w/ mushrooms - fantastic. ribs kebab - wow, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. Spiced well and not overwhelming. Potato roll - good but less memorable Baklava - yum! Perfect to share. Every server was soooo lovely. Spoke to son of owner about history of restaurant and it was just icing on the cake to learn I was supporting a restaurant that has been around for 30 years! Wonderful, will go again. Parking was easy in lot or on street at 6p on a Tuesday. read more

Food is still excellent, happy to report. The hardest part is finding the right door. There are three doors and like many, one gravitates to the one in the middle. The door closest to the parking lot is the one that opens. The remodeled space is warm and inviting. The prices are higher, as expected in today's economy. Started out with our favorites - hummus, koobideh and the honey cake. We will be back. read more

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I made a reservation a month in advance for a party of ten on a Tuesday evening to celebrate my engagement with my fiancée, and we are so grateful to the entire team at Adana Restaurant for helping make the occasion so special. The hostesses were incredibly warm and accommodating. My fiancée and I arrived later than expected, but the staff had no issue with starting our dinner a little later and made us feel completely at ease. It was especially meaningful to have both of our families together--my family speaking Russian and my fiancée's family speaking Farsi--and we all enjoyed sharing and experiencing the dishes together. The food was excellent. The chicken breast and thigh kebabs were juicy and flavorful, and the beef koobideh was delicious. The pita bread was exceptionally fresh. We also enjoyed the chicken pelmeni and beef blinchiki, which were a wonderful addition to the meal. The atmosphere was another highlight. The restaurant is clean, quiet, and polished, and it was the perfect setting for such an important occasion. We had dressed up for the evening, and the restaurant's atmosphere matched the occasion perfectly without feeling overly formal. From the hospitality to the food and atmosphere, Adana was exactly what we hoped for when celebrating such a meaningful moment with our families. We will definitely be back! read more

Adana Restaurant - My fiancée and I with our friend, standing in the dining area. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

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Had dinner at this place a couple of weeks ago and loved it. Great atmosphere, amazing food, friendly and warm service. Every single thing we had was delishious - appetizers, warm bread, kebabs. read more

This place is amazing!!! They were closed for renovations but are now open (as of June 2026)!! This was the BEST lamb I've ever had. The cherry rice is top tier so is the orange rice!!! They bake all the bread in their new wood fire overnight and the staff is so so so nice. Great all around. read more

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Raffi's was our go to before we found out about Adana. Now Adana is our go to! way better quality actually and great cusomer service.

Hands down one of the best Armenian restaurants in the city and the only one out of all the Armenian restaurants that has a full diaspora menu from Russian Armenian all the way down to Iranian. Wow, every dish was exquisite. Even the wait staff were friendly and welcoming. And the restaurant has a pretty classy and clean set up with a Mediterranean feel. I'm looking forward to it. read more

The renovation Restuarant is outstanding and the food remains great! An incredible dining atmosphere with great improvements from the original. Thanks read more

Amazingly flavorful food. We tried many of the dishes, and each one tasted delicious. Great service by the staff and the owner. Will definitely be back. read more

I have been eating at Adana since 2013. Adana has been closed for a huge renovation for quite a while. Thankfully, Chef Edward Khechemyan and his crew is back with a fantastic new dining room (doubled in size), a full bar and take a peek into their new kitchen (it's gorgeous). We ordered take-out today but will be back to enjoy the dining room. The food is just as good as ever. I could make a meal of their eggplant appetizer (eggplant, condensed yogurt, mint and fried onions). We had their barg kabob tonight which is a huge piece of filet mignon, perfectly done medium rare, with basmati rice (we ordered the rice with the cherries which is to die for), and hummus, a huge Anaheim pepper and the amazing salad that comes with the entree. We have two more dinners of it, as their portions are so generous. Welcome back, Adana, and thank you Edward and your amazing staff for sharing your delicious food with us! read more

Um... this place is insanely good. Tasteful decor. Top-notch service. Food to die for. The oyster mushrooms were superlative. The falafel is probably the best I've ever had. Tabouli amazing just a splendid evening. Capped by rosewater pistachio ice cream. You must go and that is all I have to say. read more

My first time there, and I have to tell you I am truly impressed with the decor the ambience and the people their service is excellent. Now to the main course, their food is phenomenal from the kebabs to the rice to the bread to the yogurt and cucumber the eggplant dish just phenomenal. I give them five thumbs up. read more

I recently dined in a restaurant called ADANA in Burbank with group of 5 adults and two kids ages 4 months and 4 years old, unfortunately the experience was disappointing. The service was poorly organized and our meals were not served at the same time, which it made it difficult for every one to eat together, on top of that we were charged 25% fee for being a "large group" For over six adults we only had 5 adults and 2 kids, this was unexpected and not properly explained, overall service was below expectations and extra charge did not feel justified I hope management improves both service and communication in future read more

A Wonderful First Visit -- We'll Definitely Be Back! We had such a wonderful first visit to Adana! An Armenian/Middle Eastern restaurant serving some of the most delicious Persian food we've had. We started with the Mast-o Musir and Kashke Bademjan, both served with warm pita bread. Every bite was delicious! The caramelized onions, the kashk, and all those rich flavors came together beautifully. So good! Then came the Ash Reshteh soup and Khoresht-e Sabzi stew. Both were incredibly delicious and packed with rich, wonderful flavors. My only recommendation would be to have the soup and stew arrive a little hotter at the table, especially the soup. That said, it absolutely did not take away from how delicious everything was. And the tahdig was cooked to perfection -- just the right amount of crispy! We finished with the most mouthwatering chicken breast kebab. Oh my! The flavor was incredible, and the chicken was so tender and juicy -- not dry at all. The saffron rice was fragrant and delicious, and the grilled pepper was cooked to perfection. Every part of the plate was fantastic. And the food wasn't the only thing that impressed us. The service was equally pleasant, from the friendly host who seated us to our attentive waitress, who knew the menu well and was happy to guide us. It was a wonderful first visit, and it definitely won't be our last. I would not hesitate to give Adana 5 stars. My only suggestion is to serve the soup and stew a little hotter, but honestly, it wouldn't change my review at all. Everything was wonderful, and we left very happy. We'll absolutely be back -- and we'll be bringing friends! A must-try if you love Persian cuisine. They do it right! read more

Yes, Adana has reopened! Some changes to the menu, but our favorites, Chicken Koobideh Kabob and Pork Baby Back Ribs Kabob are still available, as are the Kashk-E-Bademjan and Yogurt & Cucumber Dip. We sampled a new dish, a barbecued vegetable salad, which we hope will be added to the menu. There's also a new dessert section of the menu. We shared a Rosewater Pistachio ice cream, a half dome of a light delicate ice cream on a thin round waffle and sprinkled with crushed pistachios. Every dish was prepared with Edward's usual deftness and finesse. Congratulations, too, to Edward on the remodeling! A pleasing modern design with warmth (pictures don't do it justice), and to my eye evidence of good craftsmanship and attention to detail. read more

Adana Restaurant - Remodeled dining room; Kashk-e-Bademjan appetizer and mint tea on the table - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

I wouldn't eat here if I were stranded in the middle of the desert. Absolutely horrible customer service, and the meat was rubbery and poorly prepared. What really stood out was how much attention the servers put on charging an extra $2 for something as simple as replacing a salad or swapping a side dish. They repeatedly made sure you acknowledged that the price would be $2 more, rather than focusing on providing a good dining experience. The food was disappointing, the service was worse, and the whole experience left a terrible impression. You've been warned! read more

They have reopened and they did a wonderful job remodeling. Food is better than ever. We have been coming here for many years and have never been dissappointed read more

I've been coming to Adana for years now, and it remains exactly what it is: a place where cooking feels like family, not like a restaurant trying to imitate that. The food is consistently hot and generous, and the staff is genuinely warm without being intrusive. It's not fancy, and it doesn't need to be. We always leave full and already talk about our next visit. If you're in Glendale, go. read more

When does 1 1/2 years feel like forever? It's when your favorite restaurant was closed for remodeling and you start to think they're not coming back. TA DAAAAA! They're back! Are they better than before? Maybe! The new restaurant is a feast for the eyes equal to the feast for the tummy that Edward gives us. If you want a wonderful comprehensive review read the LA Times review but we love everything. The pork ribs? The cornish hen? The Shirin Polo? The fattoush salad? Eggplant? We can't wait to return to try the new dishes. The service was perfect as well. I wish them all the success in the world. They deserve it. read more

This is a great place on all levels. The restaurant is gorgeous, after the recent renovation. I was greeted by two friendly young ladies. Sahba was my waitress and she explained to me a few things about the food. I ordered the tadig with stew gheimeh and the chicken koobideh kabob. They were both excellent. I definitely recommend Adana and I am so glad I have found my favorite new restaurant. read more

So happy they've reopened, and now the dining area is comfortable and welcoming. They've managed to make it feel elegant and still casual. A full bar has been added, and they now do some really nice desserts. Food remains top-notch with many standards you'd expect and some unusual offerings. My only complaint is that the service, while very friendly and warm, was a bit scattershot the other night (it was quite busy) - had to ask several times for water, etc, wait staff wasn't always present and just seemed like everyone had a little too much on their hands to be attentive. Might just be growing pains as it's a much larger place now (a good thing). read more

Excellent! The redesign is beautiful and the food was even better than the first time we came here! The chicken kebabs were delicious. Service was outstanding! Thank you read more

Today was our second day at this restaurant, my husband ordered the branzino who was supposed to be pan fried but he was served a deep fried branzino with breading. The waiter who spoke little english sent the manager to explain to us that it was not deep fried then the owner came to speak to us to let us know that he has been in the business for 35 years and that is the way he makes pan fried fish, he was super loud in front of l other clients. Then when we left the manager told us that they are going to change the way they make the fish because it is wrong, It was nice of him to admit the mistake, But there was no need to have 3 people trying to prove the client wrong. We will not be going back. read more

Beautiful, newly renovated restaurant with incredible service and spectacular food. I came with a large group and Edgar and Maryam treated us like queens. My favorite dishes were the fluffy pita, beetroot hummus, fried eggplant with condensed yogurt and mint, rice with sour cherries and butter, and blinchiki. The drinks were also fantastic! I can't wait to come back and try more dishes. read more

Adana is one of the very best Middle Eastern restaurants we've been to in Los Angeles. Every dish is fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The restaurant itself is beautiful, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the service goes above and beyond. We missed them so much while they were gone, and we're thrilled to have them back. Welcome back, Adana--you've been missed! read more

Adana Restaurant in Glendale looks amazing after the remodel! The entire restaurant is beautiful, spotless, and has a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The staff is very friendly, professional, and nicely dressed in matching uniforms. The food is fresh, homemade, and full of flavor. They serve delicious Armenian and Mediterranean food, including BBQ, kebabs, grilled fish, fresh salads, and warm house-made bread. Everything tastes home-style and is prepared with quality ingredients. The fresh bread alone is a must-try! The service was excellent, and the owner was extremely friendly and welcoming. This is a great place for either lunch or dinner with family and friends. In my opinion, it is one of the best Armenian and Mediterranean restaurants in Glendale for fresh, clean food and authentic BBQ kebabs. Overall, a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Definitely a must-try--10 out of 10! read more

I can very honestly say that this meal and dining experience was the best of the best!!! From walking in to see the fantastic interior design to the most amazing waitress I didn't think it could get better! Well wow was I in for a treat! I kept saying while I was eating that this is the best food I've ever had! I felt silly until a couple sat next to me that drove a few hours from Northern California just to eat at Adana. So I felt validated hahaha! read more

We visited Adana with a group from work, and were thoroughly impressed. I think they've made some real fans with their delicious, abundant plates, friendly staff, and stunning drinks! I'm annoyed I didn't take more photos, but I think I'll be back! We enjoyed a variety of appetizers, with the beetroot hummus a crowd favorite. I'm not a big meat eater and while they have a good selection of salads, the lentil soup was calling my name! I also couldn't resist the sour cherry rice, and also tried the orange peel rice. All amazing. I would come back just for the rice! The soup was like a hug in a bowl, so comforting. I then ordered a takeout kebab plate for my husband, because I knew I couldn't go home raving about the food without anything for him. I did remember to take a photo of that, and he raved about those flavors too. Our server Mariam was lovely, very accommodating and helpful. The restaurant is newly renovated, and is spotless and inviting. We'll definitely be back! read more

Adana Restaurant - Take out chicken and beef kebab plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Glendale, California

It's been several years since I've been to Adana, so I was shocked to see the restaurant's new look. It's beautiful and elegant--perfect for special occasions or parties. I went there for dinner with coworkers, and we were all impressed with the attentiveness and friendliness of the staff. We ordered a variety of drinks, appetizers, and entrees, and everything was so delicious. I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. The portions were generous as well! read more

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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I had much higher expectation, food quality to value, and service I don't think I'd more than just average. on a Saturday evening, they only had two servers who were pleasant and professional but couldn't keep up with the crowd. some food (Gheimeh) tasted strange and seemed to have curry, not a Persian spice! overall, just ok. There are better options in Glendale. read more

Flavorful food. Just as good service... Reminded me of every great home cooked meal. Will recommend to all. read more

Adana is reopened!!! It's fabulous, delicious and beautiful !!! The service is great and the food is better than ever with their new kitchen and fresh baked breads now :). read more

Best restaurant in Burbank! The food has always been phenomenal but with the new renovation, this place has it all!!

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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