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    Carmel

    4.6 (368 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 4:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Mushroom Cigar
    Jennifer E.

    Overall 10/10 meal and 10/10 service. It's on Melrose, busy and bad parking but they have valet!! The second you walk in you completely forget where you are, the whole place transforms into open kitchen restaurant. The only time you remember you're on Melrose is when someone opens the front door and the street noise sneaks in like "surprise, traffic still exists." Definitely worth it though.

    Jerusalem bagel
    Martin T.

    Would give 6 stars if I could. This place is a monthly go-to for me. Go for brunch. Go for dinner. The food is creative and excellent across the menu. The chefs are at the top of their game. The open kitchen counter is a vibe - sit there or at the bar or at a table - can't go wrong. The service is great and the staff are the friendliest. Love the music that's playing too, Shazam is always on standby. Here's almost everything we've tried and loved. Must get: - The Bread (Moroccan Frena) - Japanese Sweet Potato Fries - Woodfire Octopus Shawarma - KFKW (Kentucky fried kampachi wings) - Jerusalem Artichoke Tortellini - 6-hour Braised Short Rib Pappardelle - Hanger Steak Kebab - 14 oz woodfire grilled grass fed ribeye - New Zealand Lamb Rack - Harissa-glazed Jidori Chicken - Steak and eggs - Jerusalem bagel - brunch pancakes (forgot what they're actually called)

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    Elise B.

    Went for dinner shortly after they opened and it got busier as the night went on. The small plates and appetizers came out right away. The Moroccan Frena is a MUST order- it comes out hot with different dips. The young crispy cauliflower hummus was smooth and refreshing- delicious with the Frena. The Japanese sweet potato "fries" were thick cut with a little bit of spice heat. The Falafel balls were 5 to the plate, perfect size for shared starters. The Nonna's mushroom bolognese size can easily be for one or can be shared- it's a flavorful savory, red sauce pasta. The Hanger steak kebab was tender & juicy, definitely a MUST order as well! Parking- valet $15

    Shannon S.

    My friend and I dined at Carmel on a chilly Tuesday evening and had a fabulous time. This cozy spot in the corner of Melrose and Martel oozes Mediterranean flair from the moment you walk in. Deep brown and gold hues illuminate the space where you'll find table seating, a few elevated booths along the window, and bar seating with an exposed kitchen. We were seating a two-person table in the middle and taken care of with friendly service throughout the meal. We started off with a couple glasses of wine and dined on hummus, Moroccan bread, smoked eggplant with feta brûlée, tuna tartare, and octopus shawarma. All of the dishes were the perfect size for sharing and very flavorful! My personal favorites were the bread, hummus and tuna tartare! They even have an aperitivo menu from 5:30p-7p, which is a great deal. My friend and I ate everything up with pleasure, so we were too full for dessert; although they all look so good! Overall we had a lovely time at Carmel and highly recommend for a cozy intimate date night (solo, friend date or otherwise!).

    Apertivo Menu, February 2026
    Yael F.

    Wow - we had the best date night here. It was Sunday of Valentine's Day weekend and we had a 5:30pm reservation. It was empty when we arrived and was filled up by 5:45pm. Despite how busy it was, the service was excellent. Our waiter, Henry, was kind, attentive, and very helpful as we navigated the menu. Each dish that arrived was better than the last. To start, we ordered: - Farmer's Market Hummus - Crispy Chicken Bao Buns - Spicy Merguez-Stuffed Fried Olives - Grandma's Mushroom Cigar Our entrees were: - Jerusalem Artichoke Tortellini - Wild-Caught Striped Bass Drinks & Dessert: - Bossa Nova - Strawberry "Mule" 8 - Knafe We are already talking about the next time we can come back!!

    Jasmine C.

    Decent foods but service needs improvement. Workers besides our main server made several mistakes on our table. For example, the one who was taking out meat from the skewer dropped one of the meat pieces on the table which rolled over and touched my bag that I was holding due to a small table and no place to put belongings. He said sorry but didn't clean the dropped meat pieces right away. Another thing was that they replaced our cutlery for main dish but the person who brought it just anywhere on the table without properly placing them which is not the quality I expected at this level of restaurant. Lastly, my friends hung their bags on the chair as again there was no space on or near the table to put our belongings. The workers kept hitting the chairs and bags fell several times but they neither apologized or picked up the bags. We ordered four food dishes and one dessert. Peruvian scallops - definitely recommended. Very fresh and flavorful Octopus shawarma - was different from last time I ordered. Liked the previous version better as this time it tasted a bit salty for me. Recommend ordering a side of bread Mushroom bolognese - also recommended. A good balance of taste Hanger steak kebab - bigger in portion so great to share. The meat was tender Biscuit cake - tastes like tiramisu. Liked it much better than knafeh I ordered last time I visited They charge healthcare fee of 3% on the bill which you can't ask to remove. I always don't understand why customers needs to pay for this

    Bluefin tuna tartare
    Megan L.

    I recently came here to celebrate my anniversary this past weekend and everything from the food, service & atmosphere was exceptional. We went on a Sunday evening at 5:45 and were the second table there. It quickly filled up by the time we left at 7:30. Our server Henry was fantastic. He was extremely knowledgeable about all the dishes and helped us pick out items as it was our first time. We started with the bread, scallops and tuna tartare. The bread was fantastic and the tuna tartare was very fresh and flavorful, both I would order again. The scallops were good but very small for the price. Next we got the Japanese sweet potato, eggplant brulee & hamachi crudo. The eggplant brûlée was truly delicious and so unique. For our entrees we got the artichoke tortellini and short rib pappardelle. Both were excellent! We can't wait to go back and try more of the menu!

    Scallops
    Michelle N.

    Y'all, I think I found my next favorite restaurant. Such a cozy date vibe inside!! My friend and I sat at the counter because we love watching chefs doing their thing, working their magic in an open kitchen. We went on a Tuesday night and it got packed early, so make sure you make rsvp! Our server, Bookie (?) was so attentive and nice, she kept checking in on us! Let's talk food: Scallops- good but I need to try it again. To me, it wasn't as memorable as the other dishes but again, I think I was just distracted. Kampachi crudo- HELLO! Surprise kick! I licked the spoon while my friend was taking the picture and I was greeted with a punch straight to my throat. I did not expect that at all. But it was the kind of punch that leaves you wanting more. It was light but had 2 types of crunch: cucumber and pistachio. Mushroom cigar- WOW. I did not expect that flavor profile at all, let alone the umami flavor bomb from mushrooms! It was so good!! The sauce that came with it tasted like peanuts. The mushroom cigar can be eaten alone, but dipped in the smoke eggplant?? New flavor level unlocked. I like it. Give me 10 more. This could easily be a "not too sweet" savory dessert for me. Smoked eggplant- MUST. GET. HOLY COW. I don't know how I am supposed to go back to regular baba ghanoush after this. You know how you eat frozen peanut butter off a spoon? I can do that with this. It's the brûlée that elevates it. It's THAT good. Definitely need more pita to scoop up every oz of this dip. A la vodka- "but better." They said that with their whole chest. This is honestly one of my favorite pasta dishes, EVER. There was cheese pull *eyes rolls back*, even consistency of sauce, and perfect amount of sauce in each bite. The thing is, there was enough cheese for a pull and we even had extra grated cheese on top, but it wasn't too cheesy at all!! TRULY AMAZING! Branzino- JUICYYY! Add lemon squeeze, chef's kiss. I haven't had a good branzino in awhile. This fish was moist, perfectly seasoned, and MEATY. 3/4 through the fish, we were STUFFED, but we pushed through because it was too good to go to waste. Kunefe- there is ALWAYS room for dessert. They said it'd send us to Jerusalem and it sure did. It's crispy and delightful for a few bites, and then it got too sweet for me. I think I would opt for a sorbet next time! All in all, I would come back to try other dishes. Everything I ate was a 10/10 (except dessert) and would get it again. Also, the Jaffa Breeze cocktail was delish!!

    Ran C.

    Two fun brunch experiences. Next will be dinner. I'm sure it'll be the same great time. To start, parking. There's valet but each time, I was luck enough to find street parking on the residential side streets. I saw some on Melrose but I'm not a big fan of paying for parking. Read the signs for restrictions but know that on my most recent visit, I was parked for five hours and I drove away ticket free. Or pay the Valet. Excellent service. Not just the expo/manager, but the server and support staff as well as the preps behind the counter (sat the counter each time). They were attentive, fun and nice. Samples were offered - including alcohol. We even were included in a round with the staff. Awesome food. If you could smell or taste the pics - even that wouldn't do the food justice. Started with appetizers - ceviche and hummus (chicken) and scallops - followed by schnitzel (again chicken). Then three desserts. Because dessert is never optional. I'll say that mix it up if/when you go - like don't order multiple chicken dishes - try other add-ons. And grab the bagel. You're welcome. I'm so anxiously anticipating my next visit that I broke my rule and checked out the menu before going. I already know what I'll be having when I'm there in the new year.

    Karen H.

    Carmel really took me back to Carmel. Easy 5 stars -- honestly would give 10 if I could. Service, ambiance, and food were all on point. Start with the bread and hummus -- no questions, just order it. The bread comes out hot from the oven and it's unreal. The hummus with the homemade fried potatoes is next level. We got the kush salad and added feta -- super fresh tomatoes and cucumbers, you can taste the quality, and the olive oil ties it all together perfectly. Lamb chops were cooked exactly right, juicy with a perfect pink center and just the right amount of salt. The beef (hanger steak) was insane -- super tender, served on bread with hummus and greens, and we finished every bite. Dessert sealed it -- khanafe and biscuit cake were both ridiculous. No misses here at

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    Katherine M.

    I wasn't too sure what to expect as I hadn't heard of this restaurant before! I got invited to a birthday dinner here at Carmel and let me tell you the food blew my mind. Please keep in mind it is best to get a reservation! The restaurant is cozy and has more of a romantic atmosphere as it is low lit, so bring your flash if you have trouble seeing in the dark! We ordered a lot of food but did it family style so that we could all try a bit of each! Our servers were so attentive, they freshened up our plates after appetizers and kept bringing us water. Let's start with what they call the "shareables" * The Bread- this isn't your typical stone oven bread, there is so much flavor to it! It was hot, spongy and crispy at the same time! It was so good we each wanted one for ourselves. *Mushroom Cigars- the name is a little daunting but I promise you it is so delicious! It resembles a thin puff pastry that has mushrooms rolled inside of it. The sauce it came with was tangy and spicy which was so nice. *The Hummus- this isn't your typical Hummus, it had chickpeas and mushrooms! It was delicious and went perfectly with the laffa. *sweet potato fries- these were cooked perfectly, a nice crisp outside with a soft inside! Paired well with the yogurt sauce, it really balanced the sweetness! Now The Pastas, we got three but there was a top contender that I can't stop thinking about! #1: Jerusalem artichoke Tortellini- this was a flavorful surprise! The sage butter paired so well with the Parmesan and it all just melted in your mouth as soon as you bit the tortellini! If you love cheese, this is a MUST!! #2: 6-hour braised short rib pappardelle- the short rib is tender, juicy and so flavorful! It was sweet and savory at the same time. It paired nicely with the pappardelle. This I would get again if I wanted meat in my meal! #3: mushroom bolognese- this was yummy, it wasn't my absolute favorite but it did have a nice flavor profile. The mushroom ragu paired well with the other flavors of the dish. The mains are next! * Hanger Steak Kebab- 10/10 it was so delicious!! The meat wasn't chewy or full of fatty pieces. It was flavorful and tender. It is served on fresh laffa & those together were a perfect pair. * Flame Grilled Branzino- 7/10 I personally do not enjoy fish that is too fishy & this one was slightly overwhelming. It also did have some small bones which isn't my favorite to look for in my meal. * Red Snapped Schnitzel- 9/10 this was yummy, it topped the other fish plate we had. It was fried but still felt light and airy. The sauce it came with was a great compliment to the fish. I would get this again! If you try one dessert only let it be the Halva Gelato! I was a bit confused to see pine nuts on a gelato but it worked! They added such a nice crunch! The halva is so decadent! The gelato practically melts in your mouth!

    Corie D.

    Tasty food, pretty restaurant and friendly service! The restaurant itself is very inviting with a mix of big booths and tables and lots of natural sunlight. The service was great and accommodating, giving us a new table when the sun was in our eyes as well as extra bread to go with our shakshuka. The food is great - my favorite was the chicken shawarma and the mushroom cigar despite generally not being a big mushroom fan. The dessert was ok, but wasn't my favorite.

    Moroccan Frena bread, olives, your grandma's cigar and cauliflower
    Katherine B.

    I will come back here just for the tortellinis. I kid you not, that is the second best bite I have ever had in my entire life. My friend and I agree that each dish was incredibly flavorful and unique. The interior decor is really well done, it's open but inviting at the same time. I have to thank Lily our server because we were on a tight time squeeze but thankfully she got everything coursed out in the perfect amount of time. The food: The Moroccan Frena bread is so good! It is pillowy with beautiful spices and herbs. Great mouth feel! It comes with these amazing pitted olives as well. We ordered a second order of it to go with the octopus shawarma and that was a perfect decision so we could enjoy the sauce with the octopus shawarma. 9/10 Not your grandma's cigar was really fun. The mushrooms inside taste great with the dipping sauce (we used the dipping sauce with the Frena too, so good!) it comes with pickled cauliflower which I just absolutely loved, super unique flavors. 8/10 The octopus shawarma was amazing. Great texture, perfect with the Frena. 9/10 The star dish- the Jerusalem artichoke tortellini. I could go on and on about this. Please do yourself a favor and order this. It is full of flavor with beautiful textures. It is, and I have only said this once before, a perfect bite. 10/10. If I could give it a higher rating I would. Green salad - the green salad was a great complement to the meal. It has these nuts that add little pops of texture with a sweet and savory bite. I'm not really a salad person, I just order salads to have some type of greenery - but I would eat this one over and over! Now the red snapper schnitzel is the only thing that was a let down. I read on here that people think it has great flavor, but. my friend and I both thought it was very lacking in flavor. It was breaded fish, and not much seasoning in the breading. Part of the reason it fell flat on taste is because by that point we had had all these super flavorful dishes, so it just didn't stand up to those other dishes. And especially for the price, they have a lot of other great looking main options that I would choose instead. Don't get me wrong, I will still 100% come back - of course when you order as much as we did there will always be one dish that doesn't quite stand up to the rest. 7/10 I think it was the fish that came with an accompaniment of homemade pickles. This was the perfect acidic bite to break up the heavier flavors. This is something Carmel does beautifully with other dishes as well - they know when you need an acidic relief. I can't wait to come back here and try more dishes! It was soooooo good! This place is great, you won't regret it!!! They do have valet parking for $15 but my friend and I both found street parking.

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    Bavel - Baked Alaska

    Bavel

    4.4(3k reviews)
    7.4 miArts District, Downtown
    $$$

    Back in LA for Mother's Day weekend and birthday so decided to bring my family to Bavel. This place…read morehas always been good but when we visit this past Friday night it was amazing. When we arrived the host was friendly and walked us over to our table with a smile. Then our server came over and let me tell she was the most happy and friendliest server that we have ever experienced in our dining experience. Marlene approached us with "happy Friday" and spark up a quick conversation of why we were visiting. She made us feel welcomed immediately and excited about being there. We had a few questions about the menu and she was able to guide us through the menu with ease. She recommended things we hadn't tried before and for every dish that came out she would tell us the best way the chef would like us to enjoy them. I mean the service was impeccable. She was super sweet with my mother who is a bit older and sometimes is indecisive with food and drinks. But she was so patient with her and sweet to help her choose a wine and items on the menu that she end up loving. My mother couldn't stop talking about her on the way home. Every dish that came to our table was amazing and the drinks were super tasty. Hummus, crudo, prawns and dorado are a must. At the end we trusted her to choose dessert for us. The cashew bar and donuts nuts were the best way to end our dining experience. Overall, if you are looking for great food and amazing service this is the place to come.

    Food was excellent. Every dish was very flavorful and had its own unique twist (grilled prawns were…read moreeasily the best dish)! hummus duck 'nduja 5/5 grilled prawns 5/5 oyster mushroom kebab 3/5 fried quail 3.5/5 slow roasted lamb neck shawarma 5/5 Only issue I had was with the service. Our server pushed for us to order another app/entree even after I told them that we were happy with the amount we ordered. Afterwards, when it was time to pay the bill they "accidentally" added a $315 bottle of wine on our bill which we did not order. This definitely impacted our overall experience negatively.

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    Lucia Mediterranean Grill - Falafel Pita was on point!!

    Lucia Mediterranean Grill

    4.6(300 reviews)
    2.5 miMid-City

    I had such a great experience at Lucia Mediterranean Grill. I paid $1.25 for an hour of parking,…read morebut it was absolutely money well spent. The restaurant has a really homey feeling inside, with about four small tables that make it feel cozy and welcoming. It's the kind of place where you immediately feel comfortable. My partner and I ordered the chicken shish kebabs with mejadra rice, salad, and sumac fries. Everything was delicious! The plate also came with hummus and pita, which were incredibly fresh and flavorful. The hummus was smooth, rich, and perfect with the warm pita. Hermon helped recommend our food, cooked it, and even served us. She was so kind and made the whole experience feel really personal. She also offered us complimentary baklava, which was amazing. It had the most soft, chewy texture with just enough sweetness. When I asked her what the secret ingredient was, she just smiled and said she couldn't spoil it so you'll have to try it for yourself! Definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

    Lucia's was a good lunch spot! Their chicken was well served with all the sides and fixings. We…read moreopted for the rice instead of the Jerusalem salad and it was a good choice! We did not really interact with anyone to order, as we had to order in a kiosk but they brought the food out to our table. The place itself had 3 tables indoors and a couple of tables outdoors! We came during the rain so it was pretty empty but still a nice vibe.

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    Raffi's Place - Chicken Soltani

    Raffi's Place

    4.4(7.4k reviews)
    7.1 mi
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    I've been coming here for years and the device is always 5-star. Food is sooooo good!read more

    The best Iranian food I've had (bar none) and probably the most delicious meal I've had this year…read morethus far! Raffi's Place was my most anticipated restaurant on my SoCal trip. The soltani kabob was to die for; the flavors in the beef barg and koobideh were so rich and cooked to perfection. The mastery of these dishes was absolutely on display. The mast moosir was a great creamy and savory side dish to complement the entrees. I HAD to get the tahdig (crispy rice) too! I also had a bit of the lamb shank which was really flavorful, tender, and paired perfectly with the baghali polo. The yogurt soda was a bit of an acquired taste for me, but I'm happy to have tried it for the full experience. We finished off our delicious meal with a floral and sweet Persian ice cream wafer sandwich. The portions were enormous, so we left feeling full with leftovers to look forward to! We came on a lively weekday evening. They don't do reservations, but we were warmly greeted and quickly seated with lavash and butter on our table immediately. The restaurant has a beautiful and romantic atmosphere, with hybrid indoor/outdoor courtyard dining. Our waiter was attentive and made us feel very welcomed. I'd give this restaurant more than 5 stars if I could!

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    Raffi's Place - Hommus, Beef Soltani Kabob, Chicken Soltani Kabob, White Fish Kabob, Plain Yogurt

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    Mizlala West Adams - pargiyot chicken

    Mizlala West Adams

    4.4(910 reviews)
    3.6 miWest Adams
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    This is our 4th time or so coming to Mizlala And every time…read moreis amazing The food is delicious good portions ,reasonable price We asked to one of the servers who was the chef behind to such consistency he told us that the main chef was off that day "BUT" THE - Second in Command was Chef Lupita who's also happened to worked for Chaya Group as one of their top chefs @Downtown LA few years ago Now we understand such culinary skills and success this place has in the community. Thank you Chef Lupita - for having us at your restaurant We always enjoyed your food and hospitality We will definitely keep coming back for more.

    Love love love this spot. I've dined in numerous times and also ordered delivery from here…read more The food is always shockingly delicious! Each individual item is great on its own but the combination of flavors is what really takes it over the top for me. I usually get the kefta plate, but decided to try the shewarma this time and it was great. Boyfriend loved his salmon plate and insisted we come back :) We also tried the cinnamon halva shakes (not pictured) which were interesting, but not what either of us expected. Very creamy and not too sweet, with the tahini flavor overpowering the cinnamon. The ambiance of this spot is great - love the intimate patio area with string lights. There was a fire going in the stove too which was super cozy. One of my go to classy-casual spots!

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    Carmel - mediterranean - Updated May 2026

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