I just found out Bowery Bungalow closed. The heart of myself and my whole family is crushed. This is my husbands go to spot for special occasions. So much so that it used to annoy me. Now it is gone. We have been coming here since the beginning. The brunch was exquisite. We sat outside when it was lightly raining drining our turkish coffee and it was a dream. I will never forget the roasted chicken with grandmas rice. Which i have been desperate for the recipe for years! hint hint. The babaganoush with shishito peppers, the cauliflower with tahini, those were just a couple of our go tos. Oh my gosh the lentil soup!!! waaaaahhhh the more I think about it the sadder I get. We are going to mourn this restaurant and all of our family memories there. Thank you for being a part of our lives. read more

We went on Valentines Day. It was my girlfriend's first time there. I knew she'd love the aesthetic. It's small, dark, quiet, and romantic. I love the way they serve: the food comes out when it's ready. It's so easy to pace ourselves and really enjoy the food, but also to get lost in conversation. I never felt rushed to move on, and I felt like we could have stayed there half the night. Brian checked in on us and was so friendly. We decided to share everything, and I'm so glad. Honestly I wish we could have tasted every single thing on the menu. The restaurant smelled so delicious. We started with the Roast Beets. The bed of whipped herbed ricotta the sweet creaminess of the dates, and the crunch of the pistachio was so dreamy, and the contrasting textures of beet chips and the beets made this appetizer beautiful and delicious. We ordered the pan-seared branzino which is served with puréed cauliflower beets (which tasted totally different to our appetizer), and wilted greens. The fish was exquisite, but I didn't eat as much as I wanted to because we also ordered meat and she's trying to not eat much meat, so I wanted her to have more fish. Next we shared the baby back ribs with were spiced with Turkish Coffee, grape molasses, and a perfectly balanced spice rub. There was perfect caramelization. The meat fell off the bones it was so tender. For dessert we had warm rice pudding which balanced out the meal perfectly. It was a wonderful meal in a beautiful space. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant. It's lovely for a romantic meal, but, that said, it's not a very large menu - if you go with 4 or 5 friends you could order everything and share all of it! I hope I do that one day. Sorry I didn't take pictures. I was too busy looking at my girlfriend. The only negative thing I have to say is that there is no valet and parking was difficult - at least it was on Valentine's Day. I hate looking for parking, so I actually can turn this negative into a positive by saying that the food is good enough that I'm willing to drive in circles to go there. read more

I have heard of my friends talking about this spot for a while and finally got to try it out! I would suggest coming here with a small group of 4 people so you can try out all their signature dishes! My favorite were Tahani toast, fried cauliflower, babaganoush, turmeric fried rice, baby back ribs and their prawns with couscous (my absolute favorite!) Everything was great, they have a cute patio area (might be great if they offer bug spray as I got a few bug bites after). Service was a little slow but I think it's because our server was also taking care of another table inside. Overall we are very happy with the food and would recommend this place to our friends! read more

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Wait... why does Google say "permanently closed"? I was just there a couple of weeks ago. I've been coming here since 2014 and it's been such a special place for me. I even stayed loyal through the loss of brunch (best brunch ever!). Really hoping this is some kind of mix-up or April Fools situation. If not, I just want to say how much your food and space have meant to me over the years. Raise prices if you need to, I'd happily support. I'd be so sad to see you go. Pinching myself that this is some kind of bad dream. read more

Delectable, convivial, and most relaxing inside or out; hubby and I have done both and prefer outside in their garden. Brian, our server was a delight! This is no doubt a hidden gem; tucked in silver lake. Come for the food and stay for the warm welcome as we've experienced each visit! read more

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My friend picked Bowery Bungalow to celebrate her birthday. Super cute and cozy restaurant. We sat at the patio and the heat lamps kept us warm on a chilly night. Staff did a great job recommending different dishes to try. We did family style and had a blast tasting everything! + Market fatoush 5/5: Server said this tasted like the "sunshine" from the lemony vinaigrette and he was not kidding. The freshest salad! + Fried cauliflower 5/5: Wow, the cauliflower was so flavorful with spice and tahini. It tasted better than I expected. + Beef tongue shawarma gnocchi 5/5: Beef tongue was so tender! I think our server provided some sauce on the side saying that some customers think it's not salty enough... it was fine without the additional sauce. + Hanger steak 5/5: Well-cooked steak with crispy brussel sprouts on the side. + Seared scallop 5/5: The scallops looked overcooked and dry but it was actually cooked just right and super soft. Roasted parsnips were a great addition. Overall, we had a wonderful and fun dinner! Glad I got to try this restaurant out! read more

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We were so happy here! Made it to a date high and every dish had us happy. We started with the beet salad...I say this as someone who doesn't love beets but I really enjoyed this one. Then we got the baba ganoush, and while that was good, the fresh warm bread it came with was the winner. That was followed by the lamb shank dinner...the lamb itself was tender and delicious but the stew was spicy! Skip the red peppers if you can't or don't want to tolerate the spice. The final dish we had with barely space left to eat was the beef tongue gnocchi. The crunch at the end of it had us so happy. We sadly had no space for desserts We will be happy to come back here, the patio was super cute with ambiance. Service was great, the only thing that might be an issue is the street parking situation read more

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The food portions very small and expensive comparing to other Mediterranean Resturants . When the shish kebab and chicken kebab came to table I was very surprised very tiny and little read more

Listen to me! There is nooooo reason why All Time is poppin 24/7 and this place isn't. I'm probably going to regret saying this as I work my way out of getting an easy reservation, but if you're sleeping on this place it's a mistake! The food is soooo good and fresh and unique! Never in my life have I had something like the flavor profile of the tahini toast. Everything we had was so yummy and for me a huge bonus was the generosity of herbs on every plate. The ambiance in the garden is so good and of course the wait staff was so wonderful. Will definitely be back. read more

Bowery Bungalow - As my partner says, "phone eats last" so we didn't capture the dishes in their glory but damn. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Love this place! It doesn't seem like much from outside but it was insanely good. I loved how they brought out the dishes as they were ready and the whole team was super sweet. I highly recommend the pork ribs and babaganoush! read more

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This place is so dear to me and holds a special place in my heart. I've eaten here more than any other restaurant, probably somewhere in the range of 100-200 times. We don't live down the street anymore but still make the drive from the valley every few weeks. The food is so wonderful, as are the employees. I love you Bowery Bungalow!!! Don't ever change!!! read more

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Yes. This place is amazing. Super cute location and vibe and delicious food. My cousin and I ordered the fried cauliflower (they actually fry the cauliflower without batter - which was delicious), the babaganoush (amazing!), and their Hanger Steak with roasted brussell sprouts. Everything we had was so good. But the standout for me was the Hanger Steak and the Cauliflower. The steak was perfectly cooked and all the flavors and textures were there. The service was also top notch. They were so attentive and on top of things the "sipping" soup once you sit down was also a nice touch. Also, and most importantly, do not miss the kunefe/knuafeh. I've travelled to Turkey, Egypt, and Greece so I've had a lot of this dessert in my time and I can say that their take on the dessert is so unique. I loved it! It's lighter than others I've had but just as delicious. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Amazing food great ambience. Would highly recommend for a quiet date night out :) the staff was also very kind

Charming ambiance, delicious food, and a highly attentive staff. What more could you ask for?

This place is great. Everything we tried was bursting with flavor, and you can tell they put a lot of care into their dishes. You really can't go wrong picking anything off the menu. The staff here are so friendly and accommodating. The cozy vibes inside make it the perfect spot for a relaxed dinner or a casual night out. It feels warm and inviting, like you're dining in someone's small home. read more

Bowery Bungalow - Middle Eastern Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wow! The dinner I had here last night was SO delicious. Split the Spicy Potato as an app and the flavors and textures were fantastic - crispy potatoes, tangy feta and lemon with a perfect kick to it all with the harissa. Could eat this for days. I had the scallops, which were cooked beautifully and had a nice combo of sweet and savory. My friend ordered the Baby Back Ribs - phenomenal!! Rich and complex but balanced. The meat was so tender. Still thinking about it... We also split the Turmeric Fried Rice - yet another winner...great mix of textures and flavors with a little spicy kick. We split the Cardamom Rice Pudding for dessert which was also lovely. A fantastic meal with wonderful service. Can't wait to come back! read more

This is a great sport for a date night. Expensive casual. It looks like it shouldn't cost a lot, but it does. The indoor seating is cozy and old timey. The outdoor patio feels like someone's backyard, but it works. Food and drinks are good. It's more of a shareable plate style. The staff are fantastic. Plenty of free street parking. read more

We've been going to Bowery Bungalow for years. We moved away from Silverlake a few years ago but we still return on special occasions because we know that the food is reliably delicious here and their Mediterranean-Middle-eastern-inspired menu is truly unique (eg, lamb kofta with mole!) and super delicious. One of our favorite LA restaurants! read more

This is my new favorite spot in Silver Lake. I've already dined there several times this year. The food here is delicious and I can't wait to try everything they have on their menu. Among my favorite dishes: Beets Salad with dates Shawarma Gnocchi Lamb shank. We always like to sit in the outside patio and they do have heaters out there. Will definitely come again and try more of their dishes read more

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this place used to be so good :( i've been coming here for years, but it's gone so downhill since they opened their location in new york and decided to do a rebrand. chicken parm on a middle eastern/north african menu? just no. I miss the days of the sumptuous hummus with beef cheek...when they weren't trying so hard... with all that said, Brian and the rest of the servers are absolutely lovely and great at what they do. read more

4.5 stars! Went on a Tuesday night around 7. Place want too busy but they told us the patio was all booked so we sat inside. We got a glimpse of the outside seating and it looked nice. I think it's a remodeled house? Very cute. Starts with complimentary soup that reminded me of minestrone. Got the beef tongue recommended by our waiter and the cast iron chicken. The beef tongue was sooooo good. It was so tender and flavorful. The chicken was pretty good too. Not as tender/juicy as the beef though. The rice was savory and sweet so if you like that, definitely recommend. Service was great! Our waiter was friendly and loved his recommendations. read more

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So so good. Great place for a date. I prefer the patio but both indie and outdoor have their charms. Look at the menu and you'll see it's not at all your typical middle-eastern restaurant. The dishes range from good to sublime and the service is always friendly. read more

AMAZING FOOD! AMAZING SERVICE! AMAZING AMBIANCE! 10/10. Had the most amazing dinner at Bowery bungalow. A small gem in silverlake with the most delicious middle eastern food. Highly recommend all of their vegetable plates! Babaganoush was a personal fav- smokey, creamy, with tons of flavor. Fatoush was another favorite- super fresh veggies with perfect acidity. Will be back to try more dishes! read more

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Absolutely gorgeous little restaurant/bar! Emily and Bryant were so sweet and cute, absolutely excellent bartenders! Emily helped me pick out the chicken fried rice which sounds so simple but holy crap their spin on it was so amazing They added a bit of sweet and crunchy to it and they made it so unique and absolutely stand out! The ingredients were absolutely fresh and the drinks were decently priced Most other dishes seem to require a side as well which would definitely make dinner quite pricey but this beautiful little place is worth the splurge read more

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My husband brought me here a few weeks ago for my birthday dinner. I was a bit thrown off when we arrived because it just looks like a regular house on the outside. We made reservations for 6pm which is when it opens. We got there at 5:50 and they let us in about 5 minutes before 6pm. The ambiance in there is so romantic. Dim lighting inside and cute patio seating outside with trees and heaters. The menu doesn't have a huge variety, but honestly, it's not needed. Mediterranean food is my favorite and it's hard to come across a restaurant that finds their niche then perfects it without breaking the bank. I ordered the Babaganoush, Chicken Kabobs, and the beef kabobs. The beef was AMAZING. I've never had beef skewers so tender and juicy. I loved it! And the babaganoush was so flavorful. We will definitely be back. We loved it! I believe they might have a parking lot. I did see a few spots for street parking but we Ubered so I'm not sure. read more

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We got a reservation for 7pm on Saturday night, they were pretty busy. We got seated outside and it was so cute and warm. They had a lot of heat lamp, it was almost too hot. We got the baba ganoush, lamb pho and beef tongue gnocchi. Everything was super flavorful and rich. Just 3 dishes was enough to share between the two of us and we even brought home leftovers! Highly recommend for a cozy date night out read more

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Brought my parents from out of town here with the family and we did the recommended shared dishes dinner. First off, these are not tapas, they are full meals and you eat family style, which we love!! Second, the ambience, especially outside is perfect; it's cozy and well lit well. Now to the food; bringing my dad, who is an executive chef, *anywhere is quite difficult because he is often not happy with most restaurants lol however, he was impressed, satisfied, and overall blown away by the flavors. This has been a returning restaurant of mine for years, every time I want to recommend really good food to someone I send them here. It's truly the best restaurant in Silverlake and I highly recommend everyone gets the chance to go! read more

I loved the lights outside. The ambience is perfect for date nights or family outings. We ordered a few small plates. We had the Tahini Toast, Spicy Potato, Fried Cauliflower, Baby Back Ribs, Hanger Steak, Shishkator (smoked pork belly and chicken thigh), and Smoked Trout Rillette. I also ordered a sparkling rosé drink. The Hanger Steak was more on the rare side. The food had so much flavor and beautiful presentations. My husband and I are from San Diego but we will be back again!! The service was mostly speedy and much appreciated. We had a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner! read more

Nice cozy ambience. Parking was all street parking. The food was great with lots of herbs especially like the lamb shank, it was like a pho but tastier! read more

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Food was not great but good if you do t know Mediterranean food. The steak was great the couscous overloaded with veggies and apples. The hummus minimal with a can of garbanzo beans in top. Unfortunately I'd give it another chance if it wasn't for the service. We waited 20 minutes and went twice to ask for menus, water etc. Another 10 minutes they changed waiters and he came literally once after to offer dessert. If you go, seat in the main patio. We were thrown in the back patio and we had to stand 3 times to remind them we were there. Those places that would be great if they had 2 or more waiters helping considering plates are between $30-50. read more

Had a double date here and we absolutely loved it!! It's set in a really cute, intimate space. It seems like the restaurant was once a house. Parking can be tricky, we luckily found street parking in a residential neighborhood across the street. The service is great, everyone is very sweet and kind and knowledgeable. We sat outside in the patio and thankfully there were heaters too so it wasn't so bad. Also, thankfully I had booked a reservation for my party in advance too. We got the spicy potatoes and babaganoush and lamb entree. All of it was so so delicious! Everything is family style too which was great. I loved their Vietnamese pho take on the lamb -- so so good. And our waiter recommended the Montepulciano wine to pair it with the lamb and it was so delicious! Will absolutely be coming back here and booking reservations again in advance! read more

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Located in what appeared to be a former house, Bowery Bungalow also featured a lovely shaded outdoor patio with trees and vines. But the highlight of this modern Middle Eastern restaurant was definitely the food, which was creative and delicious at the same time. From the Vegetables section of the menu, we started with the Market Fatoush, made of various greens (baby kale, parsley, mint), along with sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and croutons, all tossed in a sumac vinaigrette. The Smoked Hen-of-the-Wood Mushroom indeed had an intense smokey, meaty flavor and was served over creamy lebneh and dressed with pine nuts, chermoula, and sprouts. My favorite vegetable dish was the Roast Beets, a beautifully plated dish with chunks of red, yellow, and orange beets served over creamy chèvre cheese, topped with pistachios, and ringed with crunchy beet chips. And then it was off to the mains! The Turmeric Fried Rice was a unique Asian fusion dish made with chicken, egg, chickpeas, golden raisins, and almonds, and served with a spicy chili paste on the side. Another surprising Asian-influenced dish was the Honey-Glazed Savory Lamb Shank, a massive lamb shank served in an intensely spicy broth flavored with warm spices and topped with "pho finishings" including raw red onions, red chilies, cilantro, scallions, Thai basil, and other herbs. Instead of noodles, however, the hot broth came with chickpeas and barley, which added just the right earthiness to compliment the tender, meaty lamb. One of the most memorable and creative dishes was the Beef Tongue Shawarma Gnocchi, made with gnocchi pieces that were so soft and fluffy that they might as well have been pure potato puree. The gnocchi pieces had crispy exteriors and were topped with slices of beef tongue in an umami black pepper cream sauce that had just the right spicy kick. But my favorite dish of all was the Hummus bi Tahini topped with Beef Cheek Kawarma. The creamy chickpea dip was brought over the top and made even more delicious by the meaty, sticky, unctuous, tender beef cheek, and the crispy chickpeas and herbs rounded out the dish. Overall, the dishes here were stunningly crafted and incredibly delicious, and the service was exceptionally friendly and attentive too. What an outstanding Middle Eastern restaurant! read more

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Bowery is a perfect dinner spot. It has delicious Mediterranean flavors with a twist. When I came, we enjoyed the tabbouleh, beef tongue gnocchi, and kanefeh, to name a few. The beef tongue was actually so delicious and tender. Game-changing and unique dish! And I'm always a fan of kanefeh and thought theirs was very well done. The patio was also super vibey!! Can't wait to return. read more

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Last night was probably my third time in years that I visited Bowery Bungalow. I remember last time (maybe 3-4 years ago) being very disappointed in the food execution but we came for a last-minute Valentine's reservation. I had hope it would be different. But it was just as disappointing as last time. The ribs and beef tongue were overcooked. The "gnocchi" was not gnocchi at all but, instead, bland blobs of mashed potato with the overcooked beef tongue on top. The charred broccoli and potatoes with harissa appetizer were good, and they earned the two stars, but for the price the food overall lacked in flavor and execution. Overpriced is rarely in my vocabulary, but for the money spent there are far better restaurants in LA. The restaurant design and backyard area are nice, if you care less about the food and more about an aesthetic. read more

Came here for a birthday dinner and forgot how good! the beets were amazing with the cheese and chips. paired so welll! the slow cooked lamb was sooo tender! falls rigjr off and i loved that Asian broth! it had mint leaves, onions, beans, and barley and even more it just mixed in well! want to come back and try more ! read more

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This is my favorite restaurant in LA. Food is great and the quality and the way it is prepared is always consistent. The service is phenomenal and I wouldn't call them staff but would consider them more like family. The ambiance is great, a place you can go relax and have a nice dinner and always leave happy. read more

Food is hands down amaaaaazing. Amazing!! Still thinking about the dishes... their hours are pretty limited, I wish they were open during lunch too. The outside looks like a home renovated into a restaurant. The inside is super charming & I felt like I was tucked away in a snowy European village. service is superb, and again! The food is 10 out of 10! Highly recommend their fattoush salad and their beef tongue gnocchi. Its more like a mashed potato in a shape of a slab but it was so so delicious read more

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**HIGHLY RECOMMEND** - Food - Absolutely delicious! All the plates were sparking clean post meal. I'm serious, everything was fabulous. Fattoush - not your standard Fattoush and believe me, I've lived in the Middle East for several years. It was light, freaking, had a nice crunch, not soggy and it was a delight. Beef kebab - the meat was so tender and juicy! Baba ghanoush - creamy, delectable goodness with shishito peppers. It was one of the best baba ghanoushes I've had in a long long time. Konafah - not too sweet, just right and did not feel heavy as Konafahs typically do. - Ambiance - Cute! There is a small outdoor, garden area with heaters as well. - Parking - We found parking on the side streets. read more

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I wish I took more pictures, but everything here is amazing! FAST Food: Everything is served family style, our waiter said tell me what we were liked and he would tell us if we were about to order too much. Here's the list: Starters - Bruschetta is a large piece of bread with the tomatoes on top, we asked for it to be split into 3 and it was great. Fried Cauliflower also fantastic, has a light Tahini sauce on it. Couscous is huge, and has a mix of fruit, grilled onions, vegetables and couscous, we didn't finish it all! Mains - Hanger Steak was grilled to perfection on a bed of celery root mash which was great. While I'm not a fan of Brussel sprouts I did try one and it was grilled nicely. Baby Back ribs were to die for! They melted off the bone and came with a very thick wine sauce. Desert - we ordered two of of the chocolate Pot de Cremes and Turkish coffee. Again to die for!!! Drinks - we ordered a great Pinot Gris and I ordered an IPA. All good! Atmosphere: It's an odd place to find, it looks like a house if you didn't know any better. But you walk in and there is a very quaint bar and few tables. we sat outside, it was a hot night and we were toasty, but it was really a cozy environment. Lots of people. Service: our waiter Brent was great! He & the rest of the staff took great care of us! Tips: I don't think you can go wrong with anything we ordered. Follow your stomach! read more

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This was such a wonderful experience from start to finish! As an amuse bouche, we had mini lentil soups to warm up. [BABA GANOUSH] Creamy, flavorful and rich in olive oil and topped with perfectly grilled shishito peppers. This comes with the softest pita bread and is not to be missed! [BEEF TONGUE SHAWARMA GNOCCHI] I can't get enough of the soft and tender beef tongue paired with the fluffy pillows of potato gnocchi. The outer crispy crust of the gnocchi and creamy mashed potato inside is perfect for sopping up the rich, hearty sauce! I loved every bite of this dish. [CAST IRON MIDEAST CHICKEN & GRANDMA'S RICE] This dish blew my expectations out of the water. When a dish has "grandma" on it, it has to be good! The chicken was seasoned excellently, but I couldn't help myself from scooping up spoon after spoon of the rice! It reminds me of a taste I had in Morocco that I can't quite put my finger on all the while feeling like a warm, familiar hug of homemade cooking with love. GET THIS. Service was excellent, atmosphere was lovely and the plates were so beautiful (where can I get myself a set?). I look forward to coming back! read more

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