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Kuku Cafe

4.8 (173 reviews)
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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Sharzad M.

This is a small restaurant right next to a car wash. They have a shaded outdoor seating area with a few tables. The service was honestly great! Our server was very friendly and welcoming. They started us off with small complimentary cups of tea. We ordered the kabob wrap, saffron mint lemonade, doogh and shole hard. The food was okay overall but the service definitely stood out the most. They also brought us some complimentary tahchin bites to try, which was really thoughtful, and they were actually pretty tasty.

Christina A.

Such a cute spot. That staff was so sweet and continuously checked in and guiding me through ordering (couldn't decide what to get). The food tasted fresh and was a good portion size.

Nakkisa A.

I've had Kuku Cafe twice. I'm Iranian and am a pretty harsh critic of Iranian restaurants (along with liking but never really craving Iranian food). Kuku Cafe place is excellent. Super fresh and not at all heavy like a lot of Persian food. I've had the baghali polo (fava-dill rice) and lamb shank, fesenjoon, tahchin, Kuku (plain and wrap), adassi (lentil soup). The baghali polo and lamb is my personal favorite but the fesenjoon and Kuku are also delicious. The Kuku wrap is very very good. I had it next day so the bread was soggy and it was still delicious. My only critique of the fesenjoon is that it's shredded chicken (breast?) which can dry out so I would prefer bone in chicken. The tahchin is honestly not my favorite but that's a personal preference as I don't like rose water in tahchin although that's a somewhat common preparation. The adassi also has a spice I'm not used to in it (cinnamon maybe?) so I'm not the biggest fan of that either but, again, that's a personal preference thing. I also enjoyed their orange blossom refresher with basil seeds quite a bit. The owner is the sweetest Iranian man and you can tell he loves it. When I went to pick up he was sweeping and immediately knew I was there for pickup and my order and ran back to grab it for me. Overall, I highly, highly recommend Kuku for authentic, home cooked, fresh, and delicious Persian food.

Braised Lamb Shank - Māhīcheh Salad Shirazi Tāchin - Crispy Saffron Rice with Braised Chicken - Tāhchīn Persian Hummus
Kat J.

Great food and lovely people! We enjoyed a variety of dishes. Lamb shank and crispy rice were highlights. Convenient stop on the way to the airport.

Chicken kabob

We found this restaurant on yelp and boy were we happy we did. We were looking for a place to eat before our concert at the forum. It's Run by a lovely couple. The minute we sat down they came out with complementary hot tea. The food was delicious. We ordered the chicken kabob and the chicken Schwarma. Everything was very authentic and the pistachio baklava was so good. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough.

Mint Saffron Lemonade
Rathin K.

I stopped by Kuku Cafe for a lunch while I was in Los Angeles for work. It's a pretty nondescript spot on a busy, industrial street. It's next to some auto body/tire shops. Seating is all outdoor so there are some traffic noises. That said, it was fairly quiet when I went (past the main lunch rush). The service was prompt and thoughtful. The staff were very kind! I ordered a Falafel rice bowl and the lemonade. The rice bowl had the dill rice. It was good! I think it didn't have enough salt, but I think that was a me problem and I added more afterwards. The falafel was crispy, but I think could have been a bit more flavorful. I'll note they give you a TON of food, so come hungry or share with someone else. The lemonade was amazing. Really, really good and would definitely recommend it with whatever you order. If I was a local, I would definitely come again!

Exterior sign. Love how big it is. You can't miss it.
Connie H.

My good friend took me to KuKu cafe. He'd been wanting to try it for a long time after seeing it on TikTok. We live in the valley but will go pretty much anywhere for great food. When we arrived, I did not expect to eat outside but we went with the flow. He's Persian, so I let him order. Let me tell you the presentation was absolutely beautiful. We did not expect such adorableness. Ordering was easy with QR codes. Pay when we ordered. It was a bit pricier than I expected, but we were looking forward to it. The owners were lovely. It was easy to see that they pour their heart and soul into every part of this place. We started with a rice dish and a spinach and meat dish. The rice was amazing. Spinach dish was a bit over cooked for my taste. The presentation of the other two dishes were so beautiful that we went back and forth as to who was going to take the first scoops. Dessert was yummy rice pudding. If you're in the area, give this cute place a try.

Tachin
Kevin S.

We are coo coo for Kuku Cafe. Ok, bad pun. But the food here is so delightful. Let's talk about it. The tachin with chicken and kuku wrap (herb frittata) stole the show. The flavors on those were homey, intentional, and delicious. The infusions from the sweet barberries, rose flavors, and fresh herbs and spices, stick out in both dishes. The meats? They're tender, melty, and homey as well. My wife is Persian, and this is the first Persian restaurant I've ordered from that tastes like her grandma's. Every bite reveals a lot of love and intention that goes into the meal. I can't speak about the dine-in experience since we ordered in. But pro tip: Order over $50 of food on their website, and the delivery fee is free. We will for sure order from Kuku Cafe again. Kuku is undeniably a 5-star spot!

Beef wrap
Jupiter F.

First time and Love everything! Very clean patio with family size tables and heaters. Mom & Pop, and son will help, everyone is genuinely courteous, great energy. Now I order a beef skewer wrap, delicious, specially with a hot sauce it came on the side. Got Nava rice, persian hummus and lavish bread. I will definitely come back to try all the dishes, Gracias!

Joe L.

The food was absolutely amazing and delicious. I truly felt like I was being treated as a special guest. The kindness of the staff made the food even more valuable and elevated the entire experience. I really felt well taken care of.

Arya N.

This place is absolutely incredible! I heard great things beforehand so I knew I had to stop by when I was in town. I ordered the tachin and also got kuku with bread. Parking was easy on a Friday afternoon with plenty of street parking nearby. I ordered at the counter outside and found a spot to enjoy the weather. Of note, it is only outdoor seating or takeout. While I was waiting for my meal, they brought me a cup of Persian tea which was delicious. It didn't take long for the food to arrive, and when it did, it was all presented so nicely. I particularly enjoyed the tachin. The seasoning was great and I enjoyed the hints of rosewater with every bite. The kuku with lavash wrap was also great. The mint saffron lemonade was very flavorful and refreshing on a warm day. I definitely want to come back to try their other dishes!

Packaging
Kris N.

*Note: TDLR at the end of the review Crispy Saffron Rice Cake with Chicken & Barberries: 8/10 Of course the rice had a nice crunch to it and the chicken was well seasoned but subtle enough to where it's not overpowering. The barberries is what really pulled the entire dish together. Without them, I probably would have rated the dish a 6.8 out of 10. Eating a bit of everything, including the fried aromatics, altogether is what tasted best. Herb Beef Stew: 4/10 The meat was tender. Not the most flavorful dish to be completely transparent. Best way to describe this dish is that it has sort of a deep flavor, but at the same time it is a bit bland. I added some chili flakes and salt to the dish and it helped a bit. I wish there was some acidity to this dish as well. Service: 9.5/10 Everyone there was very very lovely. Didn't get to speak to them much, but they were very helpful. Only reason I give 0.5 off is because ordering was a bit confusing. I was seated for dine in and had to walk up to the front to order because no one was coming to my table to take orders. He took my order outside the door lol. There was only one other customer and they already had their food. Ambiance: 10/10 Honestly I absolutely adored the outside seating area. The packaging, design of the restaurant, and the music played in the background late at night was all I could really ask for. There's not a lot of seating, but it's very aesthetic and feels very homey! TDLR: Depending on what you order it can be hit or miss. I would be open to coming back and trying more dishes. Very cute date spot. Street parking only. Nice people working there. Outdoor dine-in seating.

Ground Beef Skewer - Kbdeh
Jeff D.

Kuku is way out of our normal adding bubble but we happened to in the area for a concert. However, we're glad we found this little gem. Upon arrival, the chef, and I'm guessing owner, came out to greet and explain how to order (easily and efficiently done on-line) and answer questions. Once we ordered, we were served a small cup of refreshing Persian black tea then our ordered food. Everything we ordered was well presented (in take away containers) and delicious. Their outdoor dining room was nice because the weather was mild and breezy. Had the weather been different, it would not have been as comfortable. However, the table and surrounding areas were immaculately cleaned and well kept. When we're in the area, we will definitely return.

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Nova , Reza . Amazing experience blessed up you guys . Tea and food is delicious , beautiful day .

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Wonderful food! Everything was really good. Particularly enjoyed the crispy saffron rice.

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Hummus House - Chicken and Kafta

Hummus House

4.4(804 reviews)
3.2 mi
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A Hidden gen in the southbay! I took my family for dinner here. We were a large group and they…read moreseated us in the back room. We loved the ambience and decor of the place, reminds me of the Middle East. We ordered several items on the menu: Chicken Shawarma plates and wraps, Beef Shawarma Wraps and plates, and the Taco plates. Everything was made fresh and piping hot! My kids had the burger and fries. Everything tasted delicious and was very nicely seasoned. Not greasy, oily, or fattening. Thats why we love mediterranean food because it healthy and hearty. For dessert we did the red hot teas with mint along coconut and chocolate Baklava. It went well with each other. Overall, this place hit the heart and we will come again. We have been coming for years and a review was well overdue.

I went to an event for 30 people in a private dining room area, buffet style. So I plated my own…read morefood, but wanted to write about the food. The service was great. Even for a large group, our server was very attentive. Everyone picked what they wanted previously and was charged by the person based on their selection. I got the 2 chicken skewers and the chicken was juicy and tender. It was so good I ate the entire thing. The rice was decent, same with the salad with Greek dressing. My favorite was the Jalapeno hummus. It was so good, and had a nice kick to it. They gave us plenty of garlic sauce and pita bread. I really also enjoyed the garlic sauce, I personally prefer a very garlic forward sauce and for my personally it was on the milder side, but still very good. I dod order the Zucchini dumplings, and it was ok. I wasn't a huge fan of it. Maybe the cheese in that I wasn't a fan of. I'm not saying it tasted bad. It was just not my thing. There was plenty of parking when we went on friday night and overall it was a great time for a private event.

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Aliki's Greek Taverna

4.4(1.4k reviews)
2.1 miWestchester
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Aliki's is by far the best Greek Restaurant in all of Greater Los Angeles, and probably far beyond…read more This unassuming restaurant has been family owned and operated for decades, and they operate just as a good family owned restaurant would. Here, you don't worry about constantly increasing menu prices or garbage point of sale credit card machines that automatically prompt you to leave a 25% tip on your takeout meal. Owned by Greeks and run by Greeks, they serve the best Greek food you will ever find anywhere else. I have specifically searched everywhere in Los Angeles to find better gyro, and I've come up empty handed. The closest I've found is the sadly closed down Papa Cristo's. Let's get back to Aliki's. The gyro meat is carefully prepared out of Chicago and shipped here regularly, and don't let pita bread fool you - most places give you thin and unappetizing pita; theirs comes from a special bakery and comes out thick and beautiful, the way you want it when you dip it into their homemade hummus or melitzanosalata. Sometimes items are not available on the menu. In a world where high anxiety rests on heads of restaurant managers to never fail to have a menu item in stock, it's quite refreshing to know the restaurant is run by humans. Aliki's will forever be my favorite Greek Restaurant. Please support this small business which has been an unassuming treasure in our community, and go home with a gift bottle of Olive Oil from Greece.

Second time here, consistent. Same as two years go. Friendly…read morestaff with big smiles they've been here nearly 20 years! Easy on the wallet too. Directly across from LAX, great place for a quick bite. Greek music fills the dinning room. BTW, they close at 8 pm sharp.

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The little restaurant on a busy road!

Aliki's Greek Taverna - Sizzling Feta Cheese is amazing.  We dipped our pita in it, nonstop.  Very addicting

Sizzling Feta Cheese is amazing. We dipped our pita in it, nonstop. Very addicting

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