When it comes to Mediterranean food, SOTTA in Burbank does a great job this side of the Adriatic…read moreSea. Although Raffi's in Glendale is usually my go-to spot, I met a friend here for lunch and it was a nice change of scenery. Not only did I love the idea of having an outdoor patio almost to ourselves, but the inside is really cute with its retro mint accents, old school chairs, and wooden tabletops. I also loved looking at the Old World Hollywood black & white photos up on the walls. The only conundrum is finding a seat inside since this place fills up quickly during the lunch rush hours. Also, some folks just park it so they can work on their laptops while sipping on coffee -- not that I can blame 'em. Their Mediterranean, Lebanese-inspired cuisine, and fusion-inspired grill fare is delicious and the portion sizes are ample. Juicy tomatoes and slightly charred zucchini and summer squash sat vibrantly on my plate. Their savory chicken breast kabobs are made with authentic spices, but more on the lean, dry side. So I prefer their falafels, dolmas, and grilled veggies on my plate. SOTTA touts their Tomato Soup as "the best in town". Not sure I'd agree. My bowl was piping hot, but a bit on the bland side. I'd personally opt for another salad if given a choice: Their babaganoush is creamy, Greek salad is crisp, while the Shirazi Salad and Quinoa Tabbouleh won't disappoint. I'll have to try the Sautéed Mushrooms next time because the red wine, teriyaki, and garlic marinade piqued my interest. As for their drink menu, the coffee is excellent. Or try a 20 oz. matcha that's infused with passion fruit or guava. It's worth the splurge. Although Skaf's in Highland Park is still my fave Lebanese restaurant, I'll still make my way over to SOTTA next time on this side of the hill. It's still continents closer than the Adriatic Sea.

Sorta used to be one of my go-to places, especially since it's within walking distance of my house…read more Unfortunately, my last two orders have been noticeably different from the quality and portions I had received in the past, and yesterday's order was especially disappointing. I ordered chicken breast, and the portions were surprisingly inconsistent. One piece was a reasonable size, while the other was significantly smaller and did not feel like a proper portion. The biggest disappointment was the Caesar salad with salmon. It came with only two very small pieces of salmon--approximately 1.5 ounces total. Honestly, even my cat would have been disappointed with that portion! It genuinely looked like they were down to their last small piece of salmon and divided it between the salad. As someone who is Persian and grew up eating this type of food regularly, I'm very familiar with the flavors, quality, and portions I would expect. Unfortunately, the food this time was well below average, both in taste and value. I would rate the taste about 2/10. It's especially disappointing because I previously enjoyed ordering from Sorta and appreciated having a convenient neighborhood option so close to home. But after two disappointing experiences in a row, I can't justify the price for the portions and quality I received. Sadly, I don't see myself returning. It's very sad that u spend 77$ for lunch for two and not be satisfied

OBSESSED. Absolutely obsessed with the ashta pudding…read more Velvety sweet milk cream with a hint of rose water, served over toasted bread soaked in sweet syrup and topped with crushed pistachios. It is amaaaaazing. I also love that you can customize your sweetness level because the topper syrup is packaged separately. The knafeh is also amazing. And, everyone in there is incredibly friendly. I'm so happy this establishment is close to me. I can rest easy knowing ashta pudding is only 5 minutes away.

I don't order very often from them. I don't know why, but I really like their food!…read moreI ordered it from there today: potato mushroom and beef bureks, a Brazilian meat Sifha ( my first time let's see if I like it) some tahini bread, fresh made, and my favorite of all the Z Factory which looks like a pizza with black olives, cheese, and basil dummy so tasty! Malek is the owner and always take good care of my ordered items: you can tell he wants to make sure his customers are satisfied ‼

Hands down, the BEST Persian restaurant!!…read more Everything about this place is absolutely AMAZING!!! The food is top tier, incredibly fresh, flavorful, and seriously mouthwatering! Every bite is perfection! The service is outstanding, and even when the restaurant is packed, the food comes out at a great pace! The atmosphere, the vibes, the energy, everything is just beyond!!! And let's talk about the TAHDIG! Hands down the BEST tahdig you will ever have!!! Crispy, delicious, and absolutely unforgettable! From the food to the service to the overall experience, this place checks every single box! Can't recommend it enough, and I already can't wait to come back!

The kabobs here are very tasty and the portion sizes are large. When you arrive, you will need to…read morewait to be seated as reservations are only for parties of 10 or more. The place is quite large with a lot of tables but half of it is under a tarp and so if it is hot or rainy it's not as comfortable There is also a very tiny parking lot. Its valet but they can't fit all the cars and street parking in the area can be bit tricky. I would stick w the Kabob selection (I'm partial to the juicy flavorful bone in chicken) unless you enjoy your stews on the sour side. All that being said, their food is delicious and the staff is friendly, which is why I keep going back.

It was my first time going to a Lebanese restaurant and Hayat's Kitchen was spectacular!…read more Hayat's Kitchen located in the center corner of a mini shopping center on the corner of Vineland Avenue & Burbank Boulevard in North Hollywood. Beautifully shaded outdoor patio with lush green astroturf carpeting. The outdoor seating area is dog friendly. The tables are decorated with beautiful placemats, plates and rolled up silverware. The waiter was friendly, placed a basket of pita bread for the table and helped describe some of the Lebanese dishes for me. Ordered an iced tea, fries and a chicken wrap. Went inside of the restaurant to use the restroom and on my way I saw the amazing desserts station, vintage serving trays & gold coffee pots, some classic framed photos of Lebanon on the walls, the kitchen and the indoor dining area. This was an amazing lunch and will come back to try more of the delicious food!

We really enjoyed the food here! The meat especially was really cooked to perfection. They…read moreliterally cook it outside when you're walking in, and our mouths were watering so much haha. We ended up getting the feast for 2 because it was a great deal to try the meats and get 2 dips. It was all so delicious, with the exception of the pitas that came in a store bought bag. We really loved everything except the pitas. Would have been nice if they were warmed up at least. Everyone was very helpful in the restaurant and we also loved the lemonade with rose water and dessert. They even gave us some ladyfingers on the house. Would definitely return!

The food and ambiance are always great here. We were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the…read moretiramisu made in-house so definitely leave room for dessert! Carlos was great, amicable and provided us with great service. The place was busy, but it would have been nice if they checked in on us. I was missing a sauce, needed a water refill (never offered or provided), and never got some salt I asked for to add to my home-style chicken soup.

The service was too notch! We were seated really fast and the food came out fast well. Our server,…read morecarlos, attended us very well and was friendly! I had the pesto fettuccine Alfredo and it was amazing as always! 10/10 recommend!

This place looks amazing and brand new for being 37 years old! In restaurant years that's ancient,…read moreso 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.

This was our favorite Armenian/Persian food spot when we lived in Burbank. Came back after 2 years…read moreand 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!

Amazing place. A "cant go wrong" when you're looking for clean, healthy, and a great priced…read morerestaurant. The atmosphere is clean and bright, very inviting. The staff is always friendly and accurate with the orders. I like my steaks medium to rare, and they alway make it just as i ordered. I come in at least once a week when i don't have time to cook at home. Last but not least if you're into fitness or in Keto, you can order protein a la carté. Highly recommended.

Everything is made to order but it took a long time to get my order considering I was the only…read morecustomer in the restaurant at 11:30am. Food was plentiful - roasted Anaheim pepper and tomato, chicken and beef louleh and probably 2 cups of rice for $17. I'm not sure what the two sauces were but they were good and needed as the meat was dry but flavorful. Staff greeted me but you could tell it was forced. Truly seemed like she didn't want to be there on a Wednesday morning and gave the Costco driver attitude as well when he made a delivery.

Remember this place when it was The Hollywood Way Bar, so a lot of good memories here. Fast forward…read moreto 2026 and it's good to see the place back, cleaned up and looking really good. Stopped in this evening and caught happy hour, M-F 12-7pm. Can't beat that with a baseball game on, especially when the Dodgers are on. Walked over to the bar and got greeted by Briggs. Always good seeing a familiar veteran face behind the bar, so you already know you're in good hands. Good food, solid drink selection, and plenty of spirits behind the bar. Makes you wonder which cocktail you're having during your visit. Didn't spot the Fernet this time, but hopefully it makes a comeback. And with a bartender named Briggs, you already know it's giving Jax Briggs. Except this Briggs is throwing cocktails instead of hands. Swing by, grab some food and a drink, catch the game, and say what's up to Briggs. Tell him Melvin sent ya!

Amazing service I have not came in a few months walked in was greeted by Briggs great guy amazing…read moredrinks and he was friendly and quick. Will come back they had the dodgers game on so that's a plus Ask for Briggs

I had been CRAVING shawarma (my latest hyperfixation meal) and popped into Aleppo Grill for a bite…read moreto eat. I KNEW that this spot was going to be fantastic, simply based on the fact that they offer Syrian cuisine. I went during non-peak hours and, to my surprise, I was the only customer there at the time. I was greeted by an older gentleman who took my order and made everything on the spot. I had ordered a beef shawarma wrap, falafel, and muhammara. While waiting for my order, I sat in the dining room and took in the whimsical decor. There were quite a few handwritten signs with quotes that I enjoyed reading and gave me a good laugh. The dining room itself is spacious and well lit. Once my order was ready to go, I grabbed it from the ordering counter and dug right in. The falafel was fried to a perfect crisp and I LOVED that they were (obviously) Syrian style; beige on the inside (no parsley or greens are included in the mix). The tahini sauce on the side complimented the falafel perfectly! I did prefer the muhammara to be slightly more peppery and seasoned, but overall it was okay. I enjoyed the pita bread that it came with. And of course, the main star of the show was the beef shawarma roll. That was well balanced between beef, veggies, and bread. The beef itself was seasoned well and I really enjoyed the parsley/onion in it. The pickled turnips on the side were fantastic! I LOVE anything pickled on the side of shawarma; it's an essential for me! Overall, I had a great experience at Aleppo grill! If you're looking for a solid spot, definitely stop by and give it a try!

If you are looking for incredible Mediterranean food in the Valley, look no further. This place…read moreputs so much love into their food and you can really tell. Every single dish was packed with flavor. The beef and chicken shawarma were delicious, and the luleh and chicken kabobs were so tender and juicy. All of the sides and appetizers hit the spot! The hummus and baba ganoush were great, and they serve the best falafel I've ever had (super crispy on the outside, and not dry at all). I also tried grape leaves for the first time today and I'm actually addicted... On top of the phenomenal food, the owner, Silva, was such a sweetheart and kept checking in on us to make sure we were having a great experience. This is easily one of the best spots around. Highly recommend!

One word: Laffa…read more It's the wrap they use (of Iraqi origin) the makes this place. The rest are fine but the wrap is unbelievable. The wrap is also huge. Do yourself a favor and add fries to your wrap. You'll thank me later. Highly recommend a wrap. Plates are fine. Meat is good. The rice is weak - so if you get a plate, caution on the rice. Fries are fine. Crunchy. They use a different oil it seems like than what most places use - so that's interesting. Fries could use something else though to make them stand out. Maybe za'atar fries? Or Baharat or Quzi? I dunno, just something to make them stand out. Lean in on interesting and delicious. I can get fries anywhere. Sauces are good and there are 4 to choose. Kids eat free on weekends which is so nice for parents. Overall solid spot worth going to.

This is my local local kebab shop but somehow I've never visited until now. The place is much…read morebigger than other locations with lots of indoor seating. It's clean and the counter tables are spotless. I was helped today by Carlos who's friendly and helpful. Service was great so I'm planning to be a regular here. I ordered a plate with lamb, brown rice, Greek salad and pita. The portion was generous . everything was delicious and filling.