Their food is truly amazing…read more And their service is even better We were just there with a huge group of people, including 16 kids ranging from a baby all the way to 14-year-old and their server Zoe handled everything so amazingly and with a smile, the food was brought in on time all of our demands were met with a smile, and we immediately addressed, and it truly couldn't have been better. We will come back again and again because of Zoe and the amazing food restaurant has.

I don't recommend this place if you want to feel rushed, used for your money, and unappreciated as…read morea guest. I came here with my husband and another couple for a nice night out, or so we thought. We both paid for baby sitters, made reservations in advance, and put aside this night to come to this "high end" kosher restaurant. Which if you have kids, you know takes a lot of planning to go out for one nice dinner. From the moment we got to the hostess table, the hostess kept emphasizing that there is a 2 hour time limit before we have to give our table back. I have never heard of any restaurant putting a time limit on how long their guests can stay, let alone, a very expensive restaurant. We sat down at our table and the waiter constantly came to ask us what we wanted to order. We kept telling him we were waiting for the other couple to arrive and he kept coming and every few minutes. It was uncomfortable. He was trying to rush us out from the very beginning. Anyway, we were all having a great time, enjoying the music and food, right before, Shane, the manager, came to our table and told us that there is another reservation outside that needs our table and our table ONLY. We had ordered tea that didn't even arrive yet, and our waiter didn't bring out the bill yet either at this point! I was very uncomfortable by his comment and told him that our tea hasn't even come yet. Mind you, the other tables around us (non-Persians) were there way before we even got there, and they did not tell them to leave. I told him this, and he dismissed it saying that a bunch of tables had just left. (They didn't). They obviously have a problem with Persians and most definitely discriminated against us only. He did not come up to us once, twice, or even 3 times. The 4th time, the owner came up to us and told us we have to leave!!! It was extremely embarrassing at this point because others could see what was going on and we didn't want to cause a scene. So we left. The whole thing ruined our night and soured our once enjoyable evening. I understand this place is running a business and they want to make money, which in their words, they are not trying to make money off their time limit, but rather want everyone to experience the "fun" at Next Door because there are "not a lot of kosher restaurants in LA with this experience," but come on. You can't squeeze your customers to pay $400 for dinner then harass them to get out once your 2 hours is up. The way they handled it was very unprofessional, rude, and honestly shameful. Very low class move. I don't recommend coming here unless you want to spend a lot of money and get kicked out (if you're Persian). They are racist and their whole management is extremely rude and arrogant. Every person no matter who they are deserves to be treated with respect and dignity. This place is not it.

Came here for an early birthday weekend…read more Glad that I made a reservation. Not crowded when we got there, but it was full by the time we had our entrees. Carmel refers to culture, energy and flavor of the renowned outdoor marketplace "Shuk HaCarmel." Love the Carmel Market in Tel Aviv. It is a great place to shop and eat. Carmel on Melrose Avenue reinvents those flavors in such a creative way. Started with the smoked eggplant and feta brûlée. Don't think! Just order this one! It was soooo delicious. I could have just ordered this one and been so happy. The smokiness of the eggplant pairs so well with the feta. And the brûlée? Pure culinary magic. Shared the my grandma's mushroom cigar. The long cigar filled with mushrooms and pinenuts served with amba was so delicious. Dipped in the smoked eggplant and feta brûlée was good as well. Loved the redfish schnitzel. Something so addictively delicious. For us, it was the perfect bite. Red snapper paired with a dill cucumber salad. So yummy! A fun place for dinner and a nice way to watch World Cup.

Went to Carmel for my brother's birthday and had a great experience. We were seated almost…read moreimmediately thanks to our reservation, though the restaurant was packed even on a weekday during early dinner. Everything our server recommended was absolutely delicious. The raw fish appetizers were the highlight, and I still can't stop thinking about them. The tartare was definitely pricey for just a couple of bites, but I have to admit they were some of the best bites of tartare I've had in a long time. The service was attentive overall, although I would have appreciated a bit more guidance through the menu considering the price point. That said, the food really speaks for itself. Carmel offers a unique menu that stands out from the usual dining experience, and I'd happily come back!

I would give Mazal 6/5 stars if I could!!!…read more This food is phenomenal! The Moroccan carrots and hummus are true true standouts. The mushroom shawarma was also absolutely delicious. Also, I think that was the best pita bread I've ever had, period. We also tried the borekas, and they were perfect little bites to begin. We were celebrating my co-worker/mentee's birthday, and they brought her a yummy birthday dessert as well. And we split a great bottle of wine. Mazal is an unsuspecting beautiful experience. We found street parking but we couldn't find the actual restaurant because I just assumed the building was an apartment building. Once we finally walked through the door, inside is so lovely. I LOVE their bar countertop. We sat outside which has great vibes for summer. Cute lighting, all the works. I want to sincerely thank them for a wonderful birthday dinner for my friend. And for the superior service we received. Very warm and inviting. I can't hype up the service here enough. And we accidentally stayed significantly after closing without realizing it because we were tucked in a corner and lost in our conversation so we didn't even see the time, but we were never rushed out the door (to other diners - please do not be like us, I am so sorry we stayed so late without realizing the restaurant had closed, *yes there was another straggling table next to us who were still there as well so that's why we didn't realize the time*) again, so sorry, and thank you for being so accommodating still!

Popped in on a Saturday night for gals' dinner with a pair of friends. The location is definitely…read morenot where I'd have anticipated finding such a gem, but this place REALLY delivers! The service was top notch - attentive, friendly, & quick - all without being around too much. The potato bourekas were little puffs of heaven. The pita was so beautifully fluffy (I didn't even know it could *be* like that!!!), and the vegan labneh plate is last-meal-on-earth-worthy. I still daydream about it, & it's already been 9 days since my visit!

Update: I only reduced stars because of the menu change. Due to the prompt & thorough response…read morefrom the owner, I am updating the rating to reflect the experience. I have been to Lenny's several times. The food is absolutely delicious & the service is always friendly. Street parking only but plenty of spaces in the surrounding neighborhoods. I was there is past Sunday & the menu on their website is NOT the menu we were provided with. There was no beef or chicken being served. Only vegetarian & seafood options. Gone was their amazing brisket & ribeye. I'm not sure why they stopped serving meat but I really hope they bring back their regular menu.

Overall, while I'm not kosher, I'd be up for going back. The drinks were great and there are…read morefrequently specials going on. The corn ribs were phenomenal and the guacamole portion was generous. Other foods were good but maybe needed a little more acid and helped with a squeeze of lime. My annoyance stemmed from the fact that we had a reservation at 9pm for 9 people. Totally understandable that it's a large table. For sure. But at 10:15 when people are actively still eating and they're literally kicking us out sucked. We didn't overly linger, but they didn't take our food order for a while and some of the foods took a while to cook so half the table waited for the others. If they had mentioned at the beginning of the reservation that we had to be out by 10:15 would've been helpful to at least plan out our dinner and order earlier.

This place is an institution - 72 years of Schwartz's Bakery in LA. There is a reason this place…read morehas lasted! We bought seeded rye, challah, another bread I can't recall ( it's in the freezer though) and several danishes. The seeded rye is out of this world! The danishes- one chocolate croissant type, one almond, are really delish. Honestly, The chocolate is a little dry for my taste but still yummy! The challah, absolutely terrific! Makes super sandwiches! The man behind the counter who helped us was friendly and we had a nice chat with him. Always makes the experience better when people are friendly! Nice help, excellent baked goods, I'd definitely come back if I am ever in LA again!

The broth is tasty but the Matzah Ball was nonexistent. There was no matzah ball. Basically crumbs…read moreof matzah ball swimming in broth. Very small amount of shreds of chicken for which I paid extra. See the pictures. For what they charge a total ripoff. Quite frankly regardless of price they didn't provide matzah ball soup with chicken. Won't order again.

We visited OSTE for my birthday dinner around 5:30pm with a reservations. When we arrived we were…read moregreeted and seated right away. The restaurant has a nice indoor and outdoor seating area. For our appetizers, we ordered the Roasted Baby Beet Salad, Gamberoni All Aglio ( Prawns) and Sofia Mussels. The roasted beet was fantastic. The gamberoni ( Prawns) were fresh and tasty and the Sohia mussels was outstanding. The mussels were fresh and plump the garlic, white wine broth was delicious. For our main, we ordered two pasta dishes, Cacio E Pepe and Pappardelle Alla Vaccinara and Calabrese Pinsa. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente. Cacio E Pepe has a ton of flavor. While the Pappardelle Alla Vaccinara had a delicious rich flavorful sauce which coated the pasta beautifully. As for the Calabrese Pinsa, it was very good. Love the curse and the dough they use. The service was outstanding and professional. Overall, OSTE was fantastic everyone enjoyed their meal here. Great birthday dinner. I'll definitely will be returning. Until my next visit.

Average food average service average ambiance. I wouldn't go back…read more Average food average service average ambiance. I wouldn't go back Average food average service average ambiance. I wouldn't go back

I came here because it was close to where I was already at. This is kosher * ada friendly. With a…read morewashing station pre meal. It's a little loud because it was a popular meal time. I got the kosher bread thing and the person I was with got the smash cheeseburger the double cheeseburger didn't have cheese. They make kosher nut cheeses. Was told because it's kosher there was none. also got yam fries. The food was soooo good. The short ribs basically melt in your mouth ( it's shredded) the price was okay for what we got because the food was soooo good.

Unfortunately, this was not a pleasant experience. The food itself was underwhelming, with most…read moremenu items seeming to be deep-fried. We paid $68 for two salads and an order of fries, which felt overpriced for the quality and portions. What really stood out, however, was the customer service. I visited with my mother and my toddler son. Since my son wasn't going to eat fried food, I bought him a fruit smoothie from a neighboring business. While we were already in line paying for our order, the owner or manager approached us and informed us that outside food and drinks were not allowed because the restaurant is kosher. Although he said he would make an exception this one time, he approached us again while we were waiting outside for our food. We had chosen to sit outside because the restaurant was crowded, loud, and stuffy inside. Despite us not causing any issues, he again insisted that the smoothie could not be on the premises and began explaining that his license could be suspended due to association rules. We politely told him it wasn't a problem and decided to take our food to go. I understand businesses have policies, but the way the situation was handled felt unnecessarily confrontational, especially considering the drink was for a toddler and we had already spent nearly $70 at the restaurant. Between the mediocre food, high prices, and rude customer service, I would not return. There are plenty of better dining options in the area.

Small, but packed, the store has an impressive selection of condiments, meats etc. Everyone here is…read moresuper friendly. And the private parking lot behind the store makes the trip convenient.

Very friendly and helpful staff. The beef short ribs are incredible. I've purchased their king…read moresalmon as well and it was enough for a big dinner party. Looking forward to coming back here. There's parking right in front of the store as well

Okay this place is very untraditional in a way , your basically eating in a parking lot under a…read moretent but let me say this it's worth it. Super fresh high quality food made to order and served by friendly people. Excellent choice if your looking for casual quick lunch in downtown LA.

Things were just "okay". The pitas were slightly charred, not in a good way. At my request for some…read moreolive oil for the hummus (not an unreasonable request from an Israeli food truck) the person serving said they have no olive oil. My order of Sabich was turned down because they had no hard boiled eggs. I ordered a shakshuka, and opted for double the hummus instead of salad. Despite asking for a very spicy shakshuka, it arrived lackluster without a hint of spice. Food 3 out of 5 Cleanliness 1 out of 5 Ambiance 2 out of 5 Please note, the truck is parked in a run down part of town, but parking was available

4.5/5 stars. Came here for dinner with our friends, and overall, we enjoyed our experience. The…read moredishes are meant to be shared so you can try different dishes. Our group tried 3 spreads: the Hummus Duck 'Nduja ($19), Baba Ghanoush ($19), and Liver Pate. The baba ghanoush was my fave - it had a nice smoky flavor, and the pomegranates were a unique addition. The duck hummus was pretty tasty and flavorful, but was on the salty side. The pita bread that came with the hummus was fresh and warm! The liver pate personally wasn't my fave, but we got it since our friends loved it. For appetizers, we got the roasted cauliflower ($24), trout crudo ($32), octopus ($36), sweet potato flatbread ($26), and the oyster mushrooms ($29). My faves were the trout crudo and oyster mushrooms. The oyster mushrooms were grilled nicely and are best eaten hot! The octopus was tender, and cauliflower had a good flavor. The sweet potato flatbread was interesting, with a sweet and savory profile. For entrees, we got the Grilled Dorade ($54) and the Whole Lamb Rack ($92), both of which were stellar. The fish had a unique and strong flavor and was so tender. The lamb was also perfectly tender and had a mild gamey flavor. Overall enjoyable meal, but on the pricey side.

Service: very good quick to fill our waters…read more Ambience: music is nice, lighting is dim Baba ganoush: 3.75/5 roasted Chicken pate 3.5/5 bread was very good. Chicken pate was okay. Cauliflower: 4/5 a little more sour than I expected but it was nice! Wagyu: 4/5 good flavor and cooked well.