Ben was awesome server! The food was great also! I had the juicy chicken and got so much food,…read morewhich was amazing!

What an absolute gem in Encino! I stopped by recently for dinner with a friend, and everything…read moreabout the experience was wonderful. The interior is really nice, clean, and welcoming. Parking is also a breeze--there is parking with valet in the back, though I was lucky enough to easily find street parking out front. The service truly stood out. The staff was extremely friendly, and the team was very attentive throughout our entire meal. As for the food, it was really delicious! I ordered the juicy chicken, which lived up to its name, and my friend had the lentil soup, and both of us loved what we got. Everything was fresh, the atmosphere was great, and we would definitely come again. Highly recommend!

Meal for my visit: Crispy Chicken Shawarma w/ small fries…read more The food was remarkably fresh! The fries were perfectly crispy, I ate more than I probably wanted. The crispy chicken shawarma was really flavorful; the pomegranate molasses added an acidic sweet note that was pleasant. The staff were very kind and polite, which is all you can ask for. I'll definitely be back to try the beef shawarma.

Came here because of Tiktok. It was fine - here's what you need to know. But tldr the hype is…read morefabricated and paid for and the food is mid but not awful. Don't come here special for it but if it's near you, give it a shot. + Pomegranate sauce is killer - you'll taste it in the first bite and that's it + Meat was flavorful and decent + Crispy bread was fun, not burnt, I enjoyed it - The tomatoes and other veggies are HOT AND STEAMY. I thought this was foul, but it may not bother everyone - Sauces - a lot were promised and I didn't feel like I noticed any of them except the barely there pomegranate in that first bite (the videos show them adding it to the end so...) I may come back to try the chicken, but if I do I'll ask for all the sauces extra on the side, and the pickles etc also on the side.

Exactly as anticipated. People with sad reviews wanna look for a way to complain about a Glatt…read moreKosher restaurant in a culture that is NOT about gratitude for obsequiousness for the customer. DUH. They serve solid food on fresh pita. Fresh vegetables really good eggplant and fries. The Merguez sausage is fantastic in the laffa wrap. A really nice low burn in the mouth. Eat good food. Get on w your life

Last evening we invited our relatives from London to a meal at Tel Aviv Grill…read more We have been clients of the restaurant for a long time and were always happy with the food Last night was a total disaster I ordered chicken chicken thighs with extra thighs We were first in line and 3 of us got their orders I didn't because the 2nd guy in line ordered thighs as well and the second server took my order from the gill and gave it to him When I told him it was mine he shrugged his shoulders like too bad I had to wait 15 minutes to get my order after my guests got theirs My wife ordered falafel in a pita Awful it was overcooked The chips we got were totally cold and the sweet cleaning lady felt sorry and brought us a small dish with warm ones The eggplants were also cold and burnt I spent 116 dollars on a worthless meal Keep going like that and you will lose many clients Sincerely Ami Artzi amiartzi@gmail.com

The food was delicious. The chicken was tasty and juicy. The steak was tender and flavorful. We'll…read morebe back.

Esso Mediterranean Bistro is a great little spot in a plaza, so there's always plenty of parking…read morewhich is super convenient. It's family-owned (Armenian), and you can really feel that when you go..I've met the son and daughter and they're both so nice with great customer service. It feels like the food is made with care and in trusted hands. There's seating inside and a few tables outside if you want something more casual. My go-to is the chicken plate, which comes with two skewers, rice, salad, and a side of hummus (I usually sub for babaganoush). The chicken is juicy and perfectly grilled, the rice is sooo fluffy and flavorful, and the tabbouleh is fresh and lemony. The hummus and babaganoush are both super creamy and come with warm pita bread. I've also tried their falafel, which is really delicious too. Overall, consistently fresh, flavorful food and genuinely kind people running the place. Definitely a go-to spot if you're craving Mediterranean and something healthy.

Jocelin treats me like family and very respectful and always with a smile and thanks to all the…read morecook for delicious food. Customer service is beyond and above. I recommend this place to all my friends.

Great food. Really large portions for the price. We were pleasantly surprised the first time we…read moretried it a couple of months ago and have come back a couple of times. The guys at work there are very friendly got a nice casual atmosphere but good quality.

Great food eat here atleast once a week. The truffle brown rice bowl is my go to. Highly recommend.read more

The customer service was incredible! The attendant was super helpful, as we're excited first time…read morecustomers. He helped us build perfect meals tailored to our liking. The food was absolutely incredible! My husband is from the Gulf and has authentic arab food his entire life. We have tried so many Meddeteranian style restaurants in the valley and have been satisfied, but wouldnt necessarily go back. WHEN I TELL YOU, THE KEBOB SHOP IS BY FAR THE BEST AUTHENTIC FOOD IN THE AREA !!!!! I MEAN IT. The portion sizes are huge and we could have shared a meal but we are so happy we found this place.

We were introduced to this restaurant via a good friend today and we really enjoyed it! The food is…read moreexcellent! The servings were very big, everything tasted fresh and flavorful. We didn't go inside, but the outdoor patio seating area is so charming. There are big wooden tables and benches outside, surrounded by flowers and plants, and there's even a small water fountain. There is plenty of parking because it is in the same mini mall as the CVS. We ordered the lamb chops, a filet mignon kebab, the seared ahi tuna salad with a side of basmati rice, and the salmon dinner plate. We got the flatbread and hummus appetizers, and the pomegranate juice is made fresh there. It was so naturally sweet, I added ice cubes to dilute it. I was told the food ingredients are organic and healthy, and it sure tasted that way. I had plenty of food left over for lunch the next day. Our server was friendly and attentive. I will definitely be coming here again when I am craving fresh and organic Mediterranean food!

A great place , Wonderful food , very reasonable prices ,…read moreplenty of indoor/outdoor seating Max is the best S

Bacari never disappoints! Such a lovely spot with delicious food, a great atmosphere, and…read moreconsistently wonderful service. The lamb hummus is absolutely delicious and definitely one of my favorites. We also enjoyed the Bacari pancakes, which were fantastic, along with the shawarma tacos. Everything was flavorful and so enjoyable. I also had a wonderful tequila cocktail with ginger and turmeric that was incredibly refreshing. Definitely a drink I'd order again! What makes Bacari so special is the combination of great food, attentive service, and a fantastic location. The staff is always welcoming, and the hospitality makes every visit a pleasure. Always a wonderful experience. Looking forward to coming back again soon!

Absolutely a fan of my local Bacari…read more This super cool and inviting eatery is located on Ventura Blvd and Hazeltine across from Ralph's and a beat away from the central Whole Foods in Sherman Oaks. Extensive menu with so much variety including lots of delicious finds for all. Team green falafel all the way!! Their vegan pizza pie with caramelized onion, mixed green, roasted garlic and so many yummy flavors is a win as well! The tofu scramble and salatim make brunch the best. And let's not forget about that vegan double chocolate cake :) Enjoy the full dine in experience as well as delivery or pickup - Bacari does it all yall. Incredible cocktails as well as mocktails, inclusive wine, beer and non-alcohol beverages which include classic like juice, cold brew, other coffee like favs and teas. Super gluten free friendly, vegetarian friendly and vegan friendly across the board. Indoor cozy seating as well as intimate stylish patio seating that's beyond dreamy when the weather is nice. It's casual, trendy, and enchanting all at once. Service is typically pretty great. ADA entrance, restrooms and paths. Parking is valet or local street and lot, typically meter or flat rate. During the week they're only open for dinner at 4:30PM until 10:30 PM which makes a weekday lunch craving unfortunate. Friday through Sunday is a different story as the AM to PM is abundant, with a small gap between 230PM til 4PM where they close on Saturday and Sunday only for the change over. Large parties should absolutely make reservation in advanced as this is a very popular and frequently busy location. Bottomless mimosas are available (for a 90 minute time window during you meal)!!

I've only ordered takeout from Mizlala until the other day when I stepped inside to eat. Was really…read morehappy I did. Restaurant is clean, although a little noisy when it got crowded. But never mind that, the food is delicious. I got the chicken plate, which came with a generous amount of food. Meat and onions, a green salad, a cucumber/tomato Jerusalem salad, hummus and a thick pita. So much good. I ate it for two more meals. Service was great too. Our waiter was friendly and easygoing. Def worth a visit.

Oh wow, this restaurant have some amazing and unique Mediterranean food! I love exploring this…read moreregional cuisine, and it's a real delight to try something a little more different than kebabs. The Plate Pargiyot has excellent marinated grilled chicken that is just bursting with delicious flavor! I can't get enough of it! If you prefer a little more heat, the Plate Merguez offers spicy Morrocan lamb sausage that is just as good and packed with flavor. Both dishes also include grilled onions, roasted Anaheim chilies, herb salad, pita, and a choice between Jerusalem salad, harira soup, or what both chose, Mejadra Rice. The rice is quite good but it's not that memorable. Although the layout of the restaurant is long and narrow, it doesn't feel claustrophobic thanks to the light interior and warm lights. Best of all, prices is not too bad! I'm looking forward to coming back here to explore more of the menu!

The food is absolutely delicious. Well seasoned & very large portions…read more The service is hit & miss. Some of the staff is friendly but most act like you're bothering them. The restaurant can get very loud, especially on weekends. Free, large parking lot located below the structure.

I'm giving the two stars (instead of one) because we went here 8 months ago and it was average…read more Not sure if we needed to come back but we were hungry and it was open so we went in today. Today confirmed we don't need to come back. Maybe the trick is that if you are going to a "hummus bar" order the hummus... we didn't... we ordered two things. The first item was a beet salad... the lettuce was sad, the beets were sad, the sugary nuts were sad. It wasn't a Beet Salad it was a Beet S'ad (The slices of green apple rocked!) (But, really, pieces of greens and beets that should never have gone on a plate.) The second thing we ordered was the Grilled Salmon... I mean there it was at the top of their digital menu (disliked the digital menu just on general principal) and it said "Best Seller-Grilled Salmon." Cool let's try the grilled salmon. (See pictures). I mean, even if they thought I said "We will take the Beet Salad with Some Grilled Salmon on it" (I didn't), take the time to clarify. Regardless, the over-cooked fingers of salmon that came over on a plate were pretty pathetic. (I also could have said something at the time but you know how it it... now you have one person eating a wilted salad while the other person is waiting for their food to get redone and it amounts to two people eating sad food at different times.) The clincher was when the lady seated next to us came back from the women's room and mentioned that there was a cockroach lying on it's back unsure whether to die or not. She said, "But on a positive note, I think that means they are at least spraying for cockroaches." Gotta say, they still have a proper amount of people employed but not of them exactly energetic. I suppose another good thing was that my wife went to use the rest room a few minutes later and said the cockroach was gone so they either threw it out or placed it back in the kitchen where it belonged.