Amazing octopus, skewers and service. Derrick and Serge were great. Very much appreciate putting…read morethe dodgers came on the patio! Thank you very much!!

Food was amazing! dessert was as well. Great service with overall tranquil mood. I recommend…read moreeverything but especially the shrimp and baklava!

Have been going to this place for the last 20 years and the Quality of food is always excellent and…read moretheir service is phenomenal.

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!

Food and service was very pleasing! Tried the chicken…read moreplate, 10/10 Termeh's service was such a breath of fresh air

This review is in regards only to this specific menu item. The restaurant itself is nice and has…read moregood service. They offer validation if you park within the building's parking lot. I usually come right before the dinner time crowds so the restaurant is empty most of the time. Today I decided to try their protein bowl which is a menu item only offered during stated hours which i believe is 11am-4pm. The description of the dish sounded up my alley so i decided to give it a try. With the restaurant being empty, this bowl took longer than expected to arrive at my table. The server even said a light hearted joke about the time it took. No biggie to me, at least I know the meat will be piping hot. What arrived at my table was a pleasant surprise. Half brown rice, half kale Caesar salad with one skewer of shish kebab. As seen in the picture the bowl features a sole 3 pieces of beef, with onions and tomatoes between each piece. For the price of $17, I guess this is the standard for today's time. Oh well at least my late lunch will be on the healthier side as for portion size. But the real deal was the meat itself. Usually with beef kebab you tend to find places using filet or flap meat, a more tender cut. This is more enjoyable and packs better flavor. THIS on the other hand was definitely a tougher cut of meat maybe shoulder or top sirloin. I struggled really hard to cut it into pieces, and even harder to chew. After reading other recent reviews, this has been noticed by a decent number of patrons. Unfortunately with being able to find Mediterranean food readily easily in the city of Glendale, I will be more inclined to frequent other restaurants after this experience.

My experience at Carousel was above my expectations, and it is and has been my favorite…read moreMediterranean restaurant for years... Bassam was our server today and he was so attentive and helpful throughout the whole experience. He was constantly checking if our food is fine and if everything is okay at the table. Thank you Carousel and thank you to our server Bassam for this perfect dinner!

Hard to find parking. There was metered parking in the front…read more Came on a weekend afternoon. Made reservations, but according to the host, the reservation cancels after 15 minutes of not showing. Place was not full at all. Got the Veggie Sampler for Two for $15, Carousel Combo for $25, and Sarma for $10. For the Carousel Combo we got the Lula or ground beef Kebab and Lamb Shish Kebab for $4 more and substituted the cabbage salad to Lentil Soup for $2. We also got the bulgur instead of rice, fried, or fire roasted vegetables. The food was all amazing. The Sarma was on the sour side, but good. Would come back.

Austin was soooo amazing. He was always attentive, nice and friendly. Love this place but love…read moreAustin more!

I went in last week and loved the atmosphere! The food we ordered and drinks were amazing as well…read more But what made feel the most welcomed and taken care of was our server, Faris, he gave us the best recommendations. My favorite was the chicken schnitzel- especially the salad that it comes with, and the strawberry Bellini!

If you're looking for THE place for high-quality, tasty, affordable kabob, this is the place for…read moreyou. I love to buy kabob by the pound which gives me 10x more meat than anywhere else I would go to. Just make sure to order online as it takes a while for the food to come out; I think the food is made to order. The staff is super nice too.

This place was so good, I reinstalled the Yelp app just to leave a review! Today was the 2nd time…read moremy wife and I have eaten here and I'm blown away by the quality and service. A total spot hitter when you want authentic kebab. We HIGHLY recommend the luleh kebab, it's unbelievable! Felicia, the person helping us today deserves 10 stars. She was so warm and patient as we made our order, even double checking to make sure we were comfortable. We're from out of town but we'll be back to our favorite kebab place soon!

Look at that solid plate of angus beef kebob and luleh combo! Came with hummus, salad and grilled…read moretomatoes. A surprise was the fresh piping hot pita bread that came out. Delivered fresh and puffed up like a balloon straight to our table. I also love they have a separate parking lot with a lot of space. This area is a bit difficult with parking so this made it very easy. Also the fruit drinks were nice. Everyone here was very friendly.

Tarme is "Fine Casual Dining" serving Middle Eastern foods with some focus on Lebanese items and…read moreflavors. Some of these items include moutabal, labneh, kuftes, and sarmas. Kebabs, Falafel, and Shawarma adorn the menu as staples and popular go-to items along with fried whole fish. The food is delicious here. Ingredients are fresh and well prepared, and certainly touch on the side of fine dining with pricing to match. The ambiance is casual from when you order to the number given to you, so the staff can deliver your food. What stands out for Tarme is the fact that they do have a breakfast menu. The space is also nice, with a staff that is friendly and quick to serve.

Great spot for Armenian food! The setting is casual and doesn't have a ton of seating, so we took…read moreour food to go. The portions are large so we were able to share! We got the beef and chicken plate and Greek salad. This was enough for 3 of us to share! The beef and chicken were tender and marinated well. All the sides in the combo were good too - especially the hummus! The greek salad was a nice complement, and again really large portion. I really enjoyed the meal and would recommend if you're looking for Armenian food!

I finally tried Mini Kabob and it was all that and more…read more I ordered the chicken and beef plate with rice and hummus (yes to the hummus), and the chicken was incredibly well-seasoned and juicy -- so good. Only note for next time: I'll ask for it a little more well-done (just personal preference... I like my chicken with a little extra bite ). The eggplant caviar was solid and a generous portion, but the real standout? The Caesar wrap. It completely lived up to the hype -- bold, flavorful, and honestly addictive. I almost ordered a second one to take home. Also worth mentioning: the son of the owner who took my order was super friendly and had great customer service, even with a long line. He kept things moving while still being engaging, which I appreciated. I was excited to hear they're opening a Studio City location -- I'll definitely be back. This place is a must. Get the Caesar wrap.

Wow. That's all. This place is legit. The filet shish kabob…read morewas so tender and perfectly spiced. I could have eaten that all day. The chicken was juicy and mouthwatering deliciousness. The lamb was gamey, packed with flavor. We enjoyed every bite and can't wait to try this place out again. We ordered takeout, food was ready on time, service was great. Parking is a bit challenging since it's only street parking, but that's Montrose :P

The Seasoning Alley Mediterranean restaurant in Montrose…read more showed promise but landed somewhere in the middle. Here are some impressions from our visit earlier today. The restaurant is a casual, clean spot and has a welcoming environment. Service was attentive and friendly. Our salad was fresh and delicious and the meal portions were large and plentiful. Good hearty sized plates but low on taste and quality. Unfortunately, the pita was one of many low points. The pita arrived cold and slightly stiff, not warm and soft as we'd hoped. It lacked the toasty, chewy texture that makes pita so comforting and effective for scooping up dips and bites. Another low point was that our rice was barely warm, almost cold. Not good. The worst part of our meal had to be the hummus. It was almost frozen and tasted as if it was just scooped out of the freezer. Terribly disappointing. Our Chicken Kabob had a tender interior with a nicely charred exterior. The spices and marinade showed potential, but the overall flavor profile didn't quite soar beyond the ordinary. Wouldn't call it standout, yet it wasn't bad. It was just barely okay. The falafel tasted fresh, but the exterior could have used a bit more crispness. Interior was moist enough, with chickpea flavor present, though it didn't leave a lasting impression. Our overall impressions were that our meals were just barely okay for a casual dinner, but it didn't move into the "great" category. We were disappointed. We expected better quality. For improvement, heating the pita and rice to perfection and dialing in the falafel crust would elevate the overall experience. A touch more depth in the chicken kabob seasoning or a signature sauce could help distinguish the dishes. If you're in the mood for a low-key Mediterranean option with reliable service, this spot is worth a try. It's a safe bet for an okay meal, with good service and good size portions for a casual night out with friends or family. Considering their prices, for repeat visits, I'd hope to see more consistency across staples like the rice, pita and falafel, and a bolder finish on the kebabs to push the overall rating from "good but not great" to "really good." Pita and rice arrived cold. The Falafel could have been crisper. Chicken kabob flavor could be more distinct. The Hummus was horrible. Next time, I'll pass on this place. Cheers!

The food was amazing! And the mantee ...wow! I def recommend. The service was excellent.read more

Elena's has been on my mind for a while, and I finally had a chance to stop by! Parking is fairly…read moredifficult BUT if you come on the side, there's a sign saying that parking is also available at the church across the street - yay! The staff were ready to greet as soon as customers entered. Elena's is a small restaurant packing big tastes. Appetizers included bread and a garlic condiment with pickled vegetables - tasty! I ended up getting seconds because of how fast I devoured this! Their lentil soup... it's hard to get excited over lentils, but wow this was spectacular. It was grainy, tasted healthy, but most impressive was smooth going down. While waiting for my stuffed eggplant entree, I glanced at the LA Times excerpt on the wall... Elena's was compared to Papa Christos... and if you've been following, Elena's has nothing to compare to now. Elena's is on its own tier for Greek food! The stuffed eggplants were delicious. Ground beef and eggplant - that's all. The plate was simple, and the flavors were so good I was speechless, one of the best meals I've had. Service was amazing, and water was refilled promptly. The only unsettling thing was the metal bars by the window, but it might be this are or a previous experience. I'll definitely be returning soon because of how tasty it was.