We had a really enjoyable meal at Haifa Restaurant on Pico and tried a wide range of dishes. The stuffed cabbage was one of the highlights, especially paired with the majadara -- the combination worked really well together. We also really liked the potato salad with dill, particularly with some pickles added, and the cooked vegetable side with zucchini, onion, celery, and mushrooms was another favorite. My wife really enjoyed the Israeli salad and tahini. The hummus was a little mild on its own, but much better combined with the red salsa. And the pita was excellent -- fresh, soft, and something we'd absolutely order again. The green beans in tomato sauce were nicely flavored, although not quite as memorable for me. One useful note: if ordering the baba ghanoush, we'd ask for the version made with tahini rather than mayo. We also tried the Nesher malt beer. Interesting to try once, but probably not something we'd order again. Overall, what we liked most was being able to order a variety of dishes and mix and match everything at the table. There were plenty of things we'd happily order again, and next time we want to try the baby chicken. read more

Haifa Restaurant - Inside view - Three tables wide by four tables deep - Kosher Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wow wow wow. The food!! Super authentic restaurant, I felt like I'm in Israel. Just a good place to either eat lunch or dinner and feel at home. The waiter is really friendly and will make sure you feel at home. read more

Great place to have Sunday dinner in LA. Went to Haifa for our last meal in Los Angeles. Busy, but not so busy on a Sunday night, so we grabbed a table for two by the window. Parked across the street. Geovanni brought us fresh pita and small bowls filled with delicious meze to enjoy while we waited for the main entrees. Israeli pickles. Spicy Moroccan carrots. Cabbage salad. Their pita is amazing! I got the Moussaka. Fried eggplant with ground beef. So good. My husband ordered the chicken shawarma which was so juicy and delicious. Each entree came with two sides. The Israeli salad is such a classic staple. So fresh and tasty. The mushroom veggies with mushrooms, peppers and soy sauce was addicting. The majadra with rice, lentils and onions was perfect to pair with the chicken shawarma. When we mentioned my mother-in-law's falafel and hummus to Geo, he brought us a sample of their falafel and hummus to sample. Although I've yet to find a falafel that beats hers, the falafel at Haifa Restaurant was pretty close. A hit paired with the hummus. Would definitely come back when in LA. Great food and such friendly service. Maybe they'll open one day in Houston? A huge thank you to Geo. Toda raba. Ze taim meod. read more

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I have had my fair share of hummus and tahini and falafel and baba ghanoush I definitely can say this one is tasty. I didn't understand why it was so crowded when we got in, but when I saw people who have eaten there before, they are regulars, they tell me the food is consistently good. They did not steer me wrong. The food is quite tasty. The portions are not very big however but we did order appetizers to make the food more filling. The only thing I would hope the RESTAURANT would do is be more clear on the details as to what is in the food. If you look at the menu, it doesn't really list what you're getting in detail which most restaurants are supposed to do that so it's not really clear what's what. We had to ask the server what's in each dish. Good food. Good service. They did not fill up my cup but they were too busy making food which is understandable. read more

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The worst, tiny, child-sized undercooked, over spiced and overpriced portion of salmon I've ever had. Six bites and it was gone! $30.00. Shame on this place. Do not come here, unless you want to get ripped off. A 5" long piece of mealy fish. Barely enough for a child. Horrible, powder-mix "mashed potatoes" and about an ounce of awful coleslaw. Took it to-go and couldn't finish it. Do yourself a favor and don't gamble your money on the hopes and expectations that you'll have a good meal. A meal I'll remember...unfortunately. My wife is ill with the runs, now, thirty minutes after we ate half the meal. Couldn't finish it, it was so bad. And the prices!!! You're out of your mind. Maybe your customers have never had quality food, so they don't know. Remember, you don't know what you don't know. read more

I was in Egypt recently and has been looking for a place to make authentic baba ghanoush, tahini, and hummus the same way I had it in Egypt. I have found it at Haifa. The hummus was just devious, creamy, just melts away after one bite. The baba ghanoush was savory with a hint of lemon, similar to the ones we ate numerous times in Egypt. Also ordered the Israeli salad, it was so simple and healthy, chopped of small pieces cucumbers and tomatoes was perfect. Our server handed a sample taste of the Turkish salad and boy was it good, it also had a flaming taste to it, so beware. The falafel was crunchy on the outside and soft inside, so delightful, it almost transported me back to my time in Egypt. Thank you for making these authentic dishes. Can't wait to share these delightful food with my friends and family the staff was so nice and attentive. After a few hours of volunteering this is exactly the place we needed to be at read more

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The hidden gem of all hidden gems!!!! My friend and I just finished a 90 min dance class and we were HANGRY! Thanks to the great reviews on here we decided to give Haifa a try. Boy are we glad we did! This place is small and quaint but has a great menu selection. We were trying not to order the entire menu everything looked so good so we decided on matzo ball soup and then I got the chicken shawarma sandwich. Then I checked in on Yelp and discovered the great reward of a hummus and falafel plate! While we waited they brought us a whole bunch of sides (pictured) which we quickly nibbled on. Everything was great and flavorful. The hummus and falafel plate which was one of the BEST hummus and falafel combos I've ever tasted. Plus the pita was so fluffy and warm. Besides my mom's homemade recipe, their matzo ball soup is now my (second) fav! Carrots, zucchini, potato and onion in there plus the tastiest matzo balls. Omg. Truth be told, once our entrees arrived we were FULL!...but still managed to eat the fries that came with the sandwiches (which was a surprise that they were part of the order) so we boxed up our sandwiches which makes me so excited to eat it tomorrow. Our server was so incredibly attentive and nice. The prices were extremely reasonable plus we get two meals out of it! I will def be going back again...plus ordering delivery...plus dreaming about that hummus and falafel plate! Yummmmmm..... read more

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Always delicious food, great service, and clean. Ask for Gio and order Flaffels, shawarmas, and Kebabs. Everything is fresh, they also have prepared food for Shabbat. read more

So good!! Such kind staff and great vibes. The sabich was so yummy and authentic. Highly recommend stopping by the next time you are in pico! read more

So goooooood!!! I've lived across the street from this place but just kept forgetting to get food from here. I finally stopped by and the only thing I regret is not coming here sooner. Their food is insanely good and fresh. Staff is also great and I was lucky enough to be helped by someone named Gio (Giovanni). It's a little small inside but they do have outdoor tables but heads up, if you decide to eat outside it can be loud for some because pico is a busy street. I can't wait to stop by and try more food from their menu because so far everything I've had has been absolutely delicious. read more

today on 7/15/2025 came here with my hubby had this juicy chicken it was sooo yummy that i ate the whole plate 24$+tax its was delicious better then faraj restaurant and elias those r shenanigans made with fats yuck this restaurant was very clean we enjoyed it the service was excellent thanks read more

Haifa Restaurant - wow soo juicy and yummy - Kosher Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I just ordered the chicken breast pita sandwich. That was so delicious. The pita is so warm and soft. Highly recommend this place. read more

Still an amazing spot. The plate and pita were both delicious. Falafels had a ton of flavor read more

Haifa Restaurant - Kebab Plate with Salad and Majadra - Kosher Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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! Ta'im me'od! So many great items on the menu. Kibbeh, musaka, schnitzel, shawarma, falafel, Yemenite soup etc etc. Not enough people in our party to try it all. We got the falafel, delicious chummus and tahini, very tender beef, with tasty small sides such as cabbage salad, s'chug, pickles, potato and corn salads. And of course, warm pita. Next time we'll try the musakah, kibbeh, and Yemenite soup. But like I said, the portions are huge and our small party could only order so much. read more

Definitely a hidden treasure... My combo beef kabob and shish kabob plate was incredibly delicious and flavorful; the hummus was honestly some of the best I've had and their fluffy pita bread YOU HAVE TO TRY!!! Besides all of the quality food, Geovanni was super welcoming and down-to-earth, which overall brings me to having to give Haifa Restaurant a solid 5 stars. Will definitely be returning. read more

Food here is excellent. The Best pita bread and hummus. Main dishes and gluten free falafel also really good. Giovanni is such a good waiter too. read more

Wife and I started going weekly. It's hard to find GREAT Israeli food on this side of the hill, but we're glad we found it! Wait staff is awesome! read more

Best homemade food in LA!! Just like safta food. I usually don't leave a reviews but they deserve it.

Popped into my local Israeli restaurant on pico Boulevard near Robertson called Haifa. In the early 80s when I bought my first house in Beverlywood, my family used to hang out with the two brothers who ran this restaurant, Yosi and Benny. I've moved back into the hood, but Benny and Yosi are no longer operating the restaurant. However, the menu has really never changed, and I ordered the combination salad which consists of in my custom order: hummus, Tahina, baba ghanoush, Turkish salad, and the traditional tomato and cucumber salad. I am gluten intolerant, so I cannot have the pita bread and have to get gluten-free pita bread in order to enjoy this wonderful mix. I also on this occasion had the combination salad with falafel. Wasn't sure I was gonna like the falafel but they gave me eight pieces and the falafel was delicious. Throwing all the ingredients into a pita bread pocket creates an explosion of creamy, crunchy flavors blending in harmony. If only the world could get along in the same manner. read more

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Great service and excellent quality of product I really enjoy this place Delicious meal read more

Ordered the falafal sandwich, falafal salad, and shwarma sandwich to tale home to my son. It's been a few months since we've been in the Pico/Robertson area but Gio recognized us immediately. His attentiveness is to everyone in the restaurant. The food is really super. read more

I might get hungry thinking about my recent and delicious meal at Haifa. Pro Tip: They're open for Christmas. They have an extensive menu but not very expensive prices. It's a good value for the food, and the food is yum and yum. The hummus and falafel side dish is great. The hummus has a silky quality to it, and though I'm not an expert, seemed a bit like a thickened tahini. This is a good thing IMO. The falafel is flavorful, not too salty, and not greasy. All very good in my falafel book. The pita is very good, fluffy and warm. The white bean soup is good - though it's red (unlike the online menu's picture). Hot, hearty and goes well with everything. I recommend getting a few different dishes and mixing and matching. For an entree, I tried the Chicken Kabob Plate - and it's excellent. The smoky grill flavor is just right, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I love moist chicken and this is moist chicken. Plus, it comes with your choice of two sides. Although the fries look good (and our server is a big fan of them), I had to try something that I didn't know. Majadra, for instance. It's rice with lentils mixed in and topped with grilled onions. OOh! Yes! Also, the grilled vegetables are so good. Sounds maybe boring, but they're nicely sauteed with soy sauce, of all things. Mushrooms, zucchini, tomatoes, peppers. It's almost not fair to review Haifa after just one meal because their menu goes on and on. Seafood, Poultry, Beef. Mousaka, meatballs, shakshuka (two different kinds!). Still, I loved the meal. The servers did a great job, covering the large storefront. They were apologetic at times, but really, they had nothing to worry about. My only complaint is that there was no way I had room for dessert. For that, I apologize, but really, I'm not sorry at all. I can't wait to return. read more

Haifa Restaurant - Hummus and Falafel plate. Delicious ! - Kosher Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This place is open till 9pm... can someone on yelp please explain to me why this wasn't shown when I asked for "falafel near me"!?!? This place clearly sells not only falafel, but other Mediterranean food, a very wide variety, and I highly suggest coming here since everywhere else is closed!!! read more

Haifa Restaurant - Haifa restaurant - Kosher Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food is amazing and service is excellent! I highly recommend the kebab beef with majadera and carrot salad. The Yemenite soup is awesome too. read more

The falafel is mamash taeem and the pita is so fluffy. Every time I'm coming here it is delicious. The staff is also very helpful and professional. read more

Was craving some good Israeli hummus and found this place. I got chicken Schwarma with some falafel and hummus on the side. I have to say the side dish of pickled vegetables was a nice touch, and it went very well with the rest of the food. I basically inhaled the food and was very satisfied with the hummus too. The staff was nice and friendly. The place has a fair amount of seating, standard indoor ambiance. read more

The food here is absolutely delicious and so fresh!! They have the most amazing staff and they are so friendly!! I am personally obsessed with the lentil soup here and the falafel! I highly recommend this place read more

Amazing!!! loved it best salmon and schnitzel loved the hummus and Israeli salad too read more

Haifa Restaurant - Delicious! - Kosher Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Loved the food and will def. Come back. Only request? That they be open more often lol read more

Haifa Restaurant - Appetizers - Kosher Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Small place, mostly take out the best schnitzel ever! And the best Baba Ghanoush too!

Was our first time there. Everything was amazing: the food, the service and the ambiance! They bring you small salads to start. I got the salad assortment which was different dips and salads with pita. The pita was the best pita I've ever had. My parents had the salmon and grilled chicken schnitzel and both loved their meals. Highly recommend this place! read more

Love this place! Some of the best humus, falafel, shawarma, and pita I've ever had. Super friendly staff and great service. read more

Haifa Restaurant - Shawarma Sandwich - Kosher Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Very good food, shawarma is really good! Liked the falafel too! Convenient location and friendly staff!

This food is smackin'!! Boy oh boy. I'm happy. Honestly, I was looking for the other Israeli place in that area and I thought this was the place I went to until I pulled up to it. I was nervous it wouldn't be good. I got the falafel plate and told the guy I would eat it the next day for lunch. He said the falafels would be stale, but they'll still be good. Maaannn I didn't even eat lunch and am eating almost 24hrs later and it's delicious!! Made me a lil sammich and darn near ate the whole plate! My new spot every time I'm in Mid City!! read more

Food las great. I have been there yesterday for the first time, one of the best Mediterranean food I ate. The service was also great, and we got our food fast. read more

Highly recommend! Gio was amazing! Extremely helpful, polite and gave great recommendations! The food is super yummy! Tastes fresh and came out the kitchen still hot! read more

Friendly staff, ordered the shawarma pita sandwich and it was 10/10. Will definitely come again.

Very good Food. Excellent service. Highly recommended . Good food for Shabbat. Will be back for sure. read more

Amazing fresh food , service is excellent!!! Great chicken , rice and pita Love having early dinners there read more

My family and I have been coming here for years! Great local kosher, Israeli restaurant! Food is fresh, delicious and full of flavor! Super friendly staff! Great service for dine-in or takeout. Highly recommend bringing your family and friends! read more