What a fantastic meal we had here! Felt like Mediterranean so decided to check out this place. First of all service was absolutely phenomenal. They want to ensure that you're having a great food experience. As for the food everything hit it out of the park! The Cretan Feta was potentially the most tasty appetizer I've ever had in all my life. The pita that came with it was freshly made when we ordered it and it was so soft and tasty. The feta itself was whipped perfection! They recommended drizzling their olive oil on it and what a game changer that was! Side note: they make their own olive oil! Apparently you can buy it on Amazon but we took some home direct from the restaurant. Back to the food - had their lamb chops (that came with perfectly cooked potatoes and veggies) and their meatballs. Both were outstanding. Finished it off with their baklava which was the perfect consistency and level of sweetness. The perfect end to our night. This is a small cute and perfect place to go with your girlfriends or on a date. Plenty of street parking (and we went at 6pm on a Wednesday). Will absolutely come back for their breakfast! Apparently they do brunch on Saturdays and Sundays! read more

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Came here to snack and it's a nice gem in the area! We sat at the bar and tried the veggie platter and eggplant dip and it was such a great deal - perfect for sharing! The service here was wonderful allowing us to ask any questions we had and helping us with recs. read more

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Cute lil place with great service and food. Cauliflower- delish Shrimp casserole - so good Branzino - fresh and flavorful Turkish tea - yum Street parking all around. read more

Ludda - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This food left much to be desired, as did the atmosphere. Hopefully they are working on it (it's still relatively new, I think).

Newly opened restaurant did not disappoint. Batu, the owner, was amazing. The food was fresh and delicious. The variety of options were perfect. The steak was tender and juicy. The cauliflower and potatoes were fried beautifully and flavorful. The dips were so yummy and the caprese was also just right. The drinks were excellent. The dessert was light and the coffees just hit the spot. We thoroughly enjoyed everything about Ludda. If you are nearby, you should not pass up this spot. Worth driving to as well. Pricing is beyond fair. Loved it. read more

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This place has some of the best Turkish food I've ever had! All the food was flavorful, warm, and had good textures. The veggies were nice and fresh. Loved the meatballs and baklava. This place definitely needs more attention. read more

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The perfect spot for a date night. The food and ambiance is amazing. They have a full bar and a wide wine selection. read more

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We ordered the Shashlik kebab and Lamb Chops, and both were absolutely delicious! The quality of the meat was outstanding--tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The Mediterranean dishes and mezzes were fantastic; we loved every bite! We'll definitely be coming back to try more of their menu. And to top it off, they have the best baklava in Los Angeles! Highly recommend this place! read more

Ludda - Shashlik kebab - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We just had dinner here... Ludda came to my email as a potential dining experience, saw the reviews, so we decided to try it! Made reservations immediately for this amazing dining experience. It says Mediterranean, but its roots are Turkish. We started with the shrimp and garlic with red and green peppers , amazingly delicious... then we went onto the lamb and beef meatballs that were so flavorful and juicy they were beyond anything I could have believed. Our final course were the Salmon and the Ribeye that were cooked to perfection... it was the most brilliant experience in dining I've havd on a while... coming from a 5 star dining experience in my past. Then to finish it off was the Baclava that's flown in From Turkey daily! Wow, so amazingly delicious... the whole experience was beyond what I thought possible, but it was a gastronomic experience! read more

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Adorable place! We had the chef special platter it fed 4 of us. The meat was outstanding. The fresh hot pita bread literally to die for, the best I ever had. Excellent service. read more

Second visit to Ludda, and I'm starting to think I peaked too early with my first order here. Kicked things off with a lychee martini, which should have come with a warning label. It was *very* strong--one of those "am I tipsy or am I about to sign up for a dance class?" situations. Decided on the rib eye steak, asking for medium. What I got was closer to "rare," which meant I spent most of the meal chewing like a cow in a field. The vegetables on the side didn't help much either--totally unseasoned and screaming for some salt. Seriously, did the seasoning budget get slashed? But hey, the outdoor seating was lovely, and it's prime real estate for people-watching (my favorite sport). The service was solid, too--friendly without being all up in your business. I glanced at the baklava but decided to save it for next time. Given how much I enjoyed the branzino on my last visit, I should've gone with that again. Moral of the story: stick to what works, and maybe carry some emergency salt packets in your bag. read more

we were in the neighborhood and I found this gem through yelp. I don't review many places but the food was soooo good, lamb chops cooked to perfection with the perfect amount of rosemary and salt, buttery/nutty rice that would be my go to comfort food if I lived close, the roasted cauliflower and mushrooms perfectly charred and bursting with flavor, the onion salad beautifully crunchy and spiced and the lamb kebab balanced in flavor and texture. Only wish I could have tried their mezze because if our entrees were any indication the babaganoush is probably out of this world! Will try to come back next time I'm in LA! read more

Tried this spot based on the great reviews and can confirm the praise is well-deserved. Nice space, patio seating, excellent service and delicious food. We had the feta cheese and "ezme" salad as appetizers, and the lamb meatballs and chicken skewer for mains. Everything was fresh and tasty. The perfect. Spot for Spring and summer. Great cocktails, too! read more

Ludda - Lamb meatballs - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Everything was superb! LA finally got a decent Mediterranean/Turkish restaurant. Must try.

Best Mediterranean food we had in LA! We ordered Dolma, Spring rolls with Cheese and Mezze plate. They were so delicious! Then we head the grilled meat and chicken which exceeded our expectations. Their baklava was fresh! Great experience! We strongly recommend! Craving Mediterranean? No need to look further!' read more

Just had lunch there and I'm very impressed. The food was so good.. great quality and just Really good. The person working there was also very nice and friendly. I'll definitely be back! Glad I found it read more

So, this was our first time at this spot and will be our last. While the service was fine and the atmosphere was really quite pleasant, not one dish we ordered had any flavor whatsoever. I literally had to ask my lady if I had Covid since that can obliterate one's sense of smell. I'm not joking either. We ordered the truffle fries, the cauliflower and the grilled chicken - on my life, they all tasted exactly the same - that is to say completely tasteless. I grew up here in Los Angeles and I don't think I've ever been to a restaurant that has such bland food. I genuinely don't even know how it's possible to make food this bland. My lady agrees with me 100%. We just wanted to pay our bill and leave. We took leftovers which we will season and heat up ourselves. The presentation of the food was nice - but the lack of flavor was just astonishing. Adding this to reply to the owner: I was truly shocked. The presentation was great. Loved the vibe there, the music, the staff - but legitimately not one dish we ordered had any taste. Both my lady and I were dumbfounded by this. Maybe the chef forgot to season all three items we ordered? I've never experienced this before. You can read all my other reviews over the years on here - I almost always leave glowing reviews of spots to help businesses. read more

Had an awesome time The vibe was super chill, and the staff made us feel welcome right away. The menu had so many great options! Service was quick, and everyone was friendly, making sure we had everything we needed. Overall, it's a perfect spot for a laid-back meal with friends. read more

Ludda - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We celebrated our anniversary here, and it was an excellent choice. The food was delicious, and my Ibiza cocktail was amazing. The service was excellent with super friendly staff. We will definitely come back! read more

Ludda - Rib-Eye Steak - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Best food in the town. All the foods are amazing, very delicious. The employees are very attentive! The service is great. You should definitely try baklava! The ambiance of the outside is very good. read more

Ludda - Baklava - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

If you're looking for delicious Mediterranean food Lud'da is the best in Los Angeles, this is the place to be! The service is incredibly friendly and welcoming, making your dining experience even better. Enjoy! read more

Ludda - Tawook Kebab - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wanted to try a new spot in the neighborhood last night (Friday) and we stumbled on this place and thankfully they were able to seat us without a reservation. It's a small space with a modern look and a family-owned feel that could nicely slot into the rotation as one of our local "spots". There's also a TV above the bar where you can watch the game or event of the day which manages not to feel too distracting or fratty. I was craving mediterranean food that wasn't too "heavy" so we started with the dolmas (bright & delicious) and cretan feta (tangy basil goodness). The feta spread was served with a piping hot, handmade pita that was satisfyingly soft & chewy. My husband opted for the burger and I ordered the branzino and we waited....and waited. During this time, the restaurant had gotten pretty busy and there was a disturbance by a table of guests having a loud row over politics that got a bit awkward. I think this might have thrown the staff off their game a bit as they tried to address the situation. The burger came more well done than ordered but the accompanying fries were deliciously salty, crisp and hot. The branzino was delicately sweet and served over potatoes, carrots and green beans with a perfectly sized cucumber-tomato-onion-feta salad. So refreshing and it hit the spot! Overall, the menu is well-priced and the food is tasty. Service was friendly and reacted well given the unfortunate guest situation which was out of their control. Even so, I'm so happy we stopped in! We didn't stick around for dessert, but we will definitely be back to try other things on the menu, including the baklava which looked divine! read more

This new place has amazing selection of Mediterranean food. Surprisingly they figured out to have same taste as in western Turkey and Greece. This place will become my favorite spot. Prizes are really good. All Foods are freshly made in front of you.. easy 5 read more

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I made a reservation of resy for 830. Called the restaurant to reconfirm the reservation and it was reconfirmed. I then had to cancel because we drove around the block for 20 minutes and could not find parking. When I called to politely cancel the reservation I was told I was a no-show and my reservation was at 8 PM. This was indeed the same person. I spoke to when I called to confirm the 830 reservation. He was rude and unapologetic for his mistake. Parking in this neighborhood is an absolute nightmare. I was really excited to try this place out, but due to the customer service and lack there of and just overall inconvenience. I will never go here. Come on. Do better. read more

This place is a MUST go to for Mediterranean food! Firstly, the ambience is lovely and cozy. The food was great! Every dish we ordered was fresh, delicious and so thoughtfully created, pure art, and so does the drinks. I recommend the baklava dessert, they have it imported from Turkey and is super legit!! The service is quick, the staff is friendly and so attentive if there's anything you need. I was so happy with my experience and would super recommend it to anyone in LA area to go check it out! read more

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The moment I entered the restaurant, I knew that today was the right day! The environment is clean and hygienic, the food tastes first-class, and the service staff has a very good attitude. read more

We found this place by coincidence we were not so sure if he tried this place or not but after all foods were great services amazing and we surprised how good was the prize also special thanks to sila read more

A friend of mine and I came here for a late lunch. We shared the muhammara and schnitzel, and both were great. I was even impressed with the fries and the pita that came with the muhammara was great. They were nice enough to honor the bottomless mimosas for us (usually reserved for the breakfast menu), but I only had one because they were so juice heavy. The wine I ordered instead was great. Would definitely come back! read more

I was randomly passing by the restaurant and out of curiosity, decided to try food from here. I ordered a glass of wine, a shrimp casserole, and a side dish of grilled vegetables, all of them were pleasingly good. Also, the portion size of each dish and a glass of wine was good for me. The server and the owner provided excellent customer service, they made sure I was comfortable while enjoying my food. I Will definitely visit again and try other dishes as well, next time I will make sure to save room for a dessert. Thank you so much! read more

Ludda - Shrimp casserole and a side dish of grilled veggies - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We started with shrimp casserole but was more like fajitas, it comes in a sizzling platter; garlicky deliciousness. We also had the filet which was seared with a perfectly cooked center. Vegetable sides were also tasty. Tzatziki , freshly made was served on side. The lamb kabob was flavorful, maybe a tad over salted. Served with a spicy onion pepper salad and rice pilaf, both nice additions. Portions were large and shareable. The owner served us, gracious and attentive. read more

Everything about this restaurant is excellent. The staff was attentive. The food was delicious and flavorful. Definitely going back.

Disappointing after reading rave reviews: rather expensive for rather ungenerous servings of appetizers (falafels, humus with mushrooms) as well as entrees. read more

Highly recommended. My new favorite Mediterranean restaurant in LA. Spectacular food and great service. The owner, Batu, is super sweet and took great care of us. We will be back soon! read more

The rest had a great atmosphere and vibe but food was very bland and prices were ridiculous even for LA prices

My friend and I were looking for a nice place to have a bite to eat and a drink before going to LA County Museum. I found Lud'da on Yelp searching for happy hours near Fairfax. It's a smallish place with a few tables and several seats at the bar. I tried a cocktail from the HH menu, the Cairo. My friend had a nice spanish red wine. The owner gave us a complimentary tasting of Muhammara, which was delicious. We also had the cauliflower and the shakshuka. All delicious and beautifully plated. He also recommended the baklava to us, which was deliciously studded with pistachios. Absent were the flavors of rosewater or cardamom that Persians put in their baklava, letting the pure buttery goodness of the pastry and the nuts shine through. As we were leaving, we saw someone get the whole Branzino which looked so good we will have to try that one next time! The owner said this place was new, only open a few months, so I wish them well, as it's a tough business to be in. read more

Good food and service was also good and attentive. We had a nice time and would come back and or recommend to others.

Incredible food, drinks, and service! Highly recommend checking this spot out and we'll definitely be back!

Soooooo good!! Service was great and the food was delicious!!! It's also priced in a way that's accessible. Get the branzino!!

Food was very tasty with distinctive flavors. 3 of us shared 4 small plates including shak shuka without egg, cauliflower, lite pastry and cheese rolls, and shrimp casserole (this was underwhelming). Then we capped it with a beautifully prepared branzino fish with vegetables. Tiramusu for desert. And very tasty cocktails!! read more

This experience could not have been more perfect! I had the ribeye, which was charcoal-grilled to exactly the temperature requested and with lots of grill marks, which I love! The grilled mixed veggies were unbelievable ~ honestly the best I've ever had anywhere! Before the meal, they brought out a steaming - hot pita that left no doubt it was homemade. By the time I was leaving around 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, the restaurant was filling up fast, which says a lot since they are brand - new. The food is prepared with love. Service and ambience are amazing. Will be a regular customer! read more