Our dance group came here after our performance in LA to celebrate his birthday! We had a reservation for 9. The waiter or owner Baba, was so very welcoming and wanted us to feel like we were at home. He was very attentive and described our dishes perfectly! Delicious Would definitely recommend coming here! Charming and cozy and friendly! read more

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The food was delicious! We had several items and all are delicious! Service was excellent- very friendly and accommodating! Cabbage salad, baba ghanoush, chicken kebab and shawarma were all top notch. The interior felt very clean and nice. Don't let the parking lot or neighborhood turn you off. It's absolutely worth going here. We observed many people picking up to-go orders as well. I'm so glad someone had suggested it to us. read more

Best Middle Eastern food in town. I've been searching everywhere for authentic, high quality Arabic food that actually tastes like what you find in the Middle East, and I finally found this gem. The hummus was amazing, creamy and truly authentic. The shawarma plate was delicious, the mixed grill was so satisfying, and the garlic sauce was perfect. The tabouli was fresh, bright, and perfectly lemony. Highly recommend if you want real, authentic flavors. read more

On a Friday early evening it wasn't crowded and was easy to get a seat. Service was very nice and attentive. We shared the halloumi appetizer, chicken manti, chicken and lamb luleh kabob, and the pistachio ice cream. Everything was so good! The luleh kabob and ice cream were definitely my favorite. Parking is pretty decent- there is a small lot in front, and plenty of street parking around the neighborhood. read more

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Small/medium sized restaurant with delicious food. Never had baba ganouch and it amazed me how good it is! The food is so cooked to perfection, I practically licked my plate clean. Definitely will be back for me. Con: Only valet parking during night time / limited spots in a parking lot read more

Marouch Restaurant - Armenian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Really great ambiance inside. Service was very good and the food was excellent. Parking was a bit tough but we're in LA - duh. I didn't love the lamb kabobs but the beef and chicken were really good. Also the hummus and falafel were delicious. Also, the rice was really tasty and different- not your standard plain white basmati rice. Highly recommend & will be back. read more

Marouch Restaurant - Hummus & Falafel. Tabbouleh - Armenian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Marouch Restaurant is truly a hidden gem in Hollywood serving some of the best Lebanese and Armenian food in LA. The flavors are rich, authentic, and hand made. Service is warm and welcoming, making you feel like family. Don't leave without trying the baklava. It's some of the best I have ever had! Definitely coming back for more! Highly recommend! read more

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Dropped into Marouch tonight and I cannot believe I waited this long to return for my second experience. Everything we ordered was delicious and perfectly seasoned. The Beef Luleh was so incredibly tender and juicy and is the menu item that i recommend the most. I want to especially highlight the outstanding service we received from Bob. Beyond attentive to our needs and extremely warm and hospitable. We felt welcomed and cared for the entire night. He even chased us down Santa Monica after my friend forgot a belonging at the restaurant. Truly looking forward to return. read more

Atmospheric Lebanese Armenian run restaurant that is decorated as though it's in an old stone masonry building with faux arches. 0) Torshi/salt brined pickles of earthy red beets; pepperoni; small earthy, salty black olives along with Pita bread serves as a complimentary, "poor man's" Mezze which can be used later as accoutrement for the coming ordered dishes. 1) Gyro Lamb Shawarma is thyme scented, pleasantly slightly gamey, soft but with a touch of chaw. However, it was over cooked and might have been left under a heat lamp too long. 1a) Creamy, thick Hummus has a pleasant mouth feel, touch of lemon juice, garlic, sesame paste. 1b) Crunchy quick sautéed, funky-spicy onion w/ Somagh/sweet-sour dried, ground sumac fruit sprinkled on top. 1c) Short grain rice, butter scented, touch al dente was the main starch dish garnished with ice berg lettuce. 1d) Watery Tahini ground sesame dressing. 1e) Garnish of sliced Roma tomato, ice berg lettuce & parsley. All the above ingredients can be mixed and matched to be placed on pieces of Pita bread. 2) Ferry/quail: This may be the signature dish at Marouch. The two quails seem salt brined in a complex, smoky, aromatic herb mix like Za'atar which can contain thyme, marjoram, oregano. This deep infusion creates flavours that complement the meaty quail meat. Unfortunately, the quails were a bit overcooked over the grill so that meat, although fairly moist, became too firm and hard in spots. However, overall an excellent dish if one doesn't mind extracting the small bones from the meat. 2a) The boiled potatoes, that then seems baked, has a hint of sweetness and is paired with a luscious lemon, garlic, sour yogurt like sauce velouté that pairs so well. 2b) Slowly cooked caramelized onions were sweet, mellow, soft. 2c) Drizzling of agrodolce/sweet-sour, viscous pomegranate syrup really added a contrasting accent to all the herbalness. 2d) same above rice 1-2a) There are interesting wines from Lebanon influenced by French technique since France occupied Lebanon where Beirut was once called the Paris of the Middle East. However, you have to buy a full bottle so ordered the next best thing, beer from Beirut. Almaza Pilsener Pale Lager 4.2% is mild, smooth, refreshing, touch sweet with almost subliminal hops herbalness. A neutral tasting beer mainly serving as a palate cleanser. Dessert: 3) Mahalabie is like an Italian Panna Cotta where gelatine is added to sweetened milk. Slivered crunchy almonds, plumped sultana raisins, powdered pistachio are scattered along with a shallow pool of sweet rose water. Good light dessert that refreshes the palate. 4) Baklava here is a delight using a generous amount of crushed, fresh walnuts that exudes a sweet, hint of nutty, oily woodiness. Addition of dark seemingly caramelized honey has the perfect sweetness along with powdered pistachio. The ultra thin, multi-layered baked flaky, ethereally light, yet taut Filo pastry was exemplary. A must get at Marouch. I came on two different occasions: My waitress was cordial, up to the job and was welcoming. The waiter né Syria was more informed about the cuisine, and so he was able to answer my questions about food ingredients which I very much appreciated. However, two male staff members just stolidly, sphinx-like stood or sat without greeting or acknowledging in coming guests that created a disinterested, uncaring feeling to the restaurant. But that was a minor detail. The Ferry & Baklava were notable for great execution. 4- stars read more

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Best hummus & the mixed grill To die for!! Yummy! The service is top notch...don't be swayed by the strip mall... amazing food and great meat read more

Authentic, soul-warming Lebanese food in a spot that feels like your auntie's living room in the best way possible. Everything tasted homemade, generous, and prepared with obvious care. Portions are legit--come hungry or be ready for leftovers. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind service. You can feel that this is a family-run spot with pride in what they do! I ordered: -Baba Ghanouj: Smoky, silky, and served with hot, fluffy pita. Easily one of the best I've had. - Falafel: Crisp exterior, tender inside, and not greasy--exactly how falafel should be. - Shish Tawook: Tender, perfectly seasoned chicken, with garlic sauce that I would 100% drink if socially acceptable. - Baklava: Flaky, fragrant, and just sweet enough--a perfect finish. read more

You know that scene in ratatouille when Igor takes a bite and is transported back to his childhood? Well that happened to me when we dined at Marouch restaurant. Whatever magic theyre using in their kitchen it's working. They're located in a cozy parking lot with the vintage chic interior design. The hummus was so creamy, the babaganoush was Smokey, and the fluffy pita bread was fantastic. The falafel was a crispy and perfectly crumbly and that tahini sauce was fabulous. Also the sujuk needed a moment of its own. It was so delicious!!! The che ese borers were crunchy and the cheese stuffing was amazing. The grand finale was this mouthwatering platter. Their beef luleh was some of the best I've ever had. They told me it's a family recipe. Their lamb chops were so tender and juicy and the chicken was like biting into butter it was so soft. The mahalabieh was the best I've ever had. The rose water, the raisins. It all just works in harmony. Highly highly recommend! read more

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Been coming here for years and I can't believe I've never written a review. Marouch is a Lebanese restaurant with the most amazing food. They have tons of vegan options and of course non vegan options which my husband enjoys. But since I'm vegan let me list off my favorite dishes! Their Full Mudammas live in my dreams...fava beans seasoned to perfection, the Muhammara also another favorite of mine and you can't go wrong with their hummus. All enjoyed with their freshly made pita and complimentary pickled veggies. For my entree I love their Moujadara which is a delicious mix of lentils and rice. Ooh also you have to get their garlic sauce....Zankou could never! They also offer beer and wine. Service is always welcoming and friendly. Extra points for having a parking lot right out front. read more

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I don't know a lot about Middle Eastern food, but I know what I like, and I like this place. I always get the Shish Tawouk (a.k.a. chicken kabab), and it's always good. The chicken is tender and super flavorful, and you get a lot of it. And a lot with it; it comes with grilled onion, grilled green pepper, grilled tomato, some good garlic sauce, and a couple pita. I've also gotten the coffee, which is not for the weak. As for the place itself, it's nice too (though the autographed Guy Fieri always make me chuckle). The staff are also friendly and attentive. One caveat: the parking lot out front is kind of narrow, so you might want to consider street parking. read more

The best food so authentic. Loved our server Rawaa she was so cordial and gave us the best service.

Shawarma was dry because the rotating screwer was almost done begging to be thrown away, pita bread old warmed up and couldn't be opened, Sojok had really bad flavor, Kibbeh had no flavor. Hummus and baba ghanouj was average. Service was rude. Really disappointing, in short expensive and below average. read more

What a hidden gem in plain sight! Right there ion Santa Monica Blvd., we parked on the side street and got a table right away. Amazing food and service and a beautifully decorated restaurant and friendly servers. read more

Came because of diner, drive-ins and dives, just as good as the hype :) would come again! read more

Marouch Restaurant - Armenian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

First time, definitely not the last. The food is amazing, tried so many things and everything tasted so good. I'm not big on meat but the shish filet mignon was so delicious. The service was also great, felt very welcome and well taken care of. Can't wait to come back and try more of their food! read more

Marouch is such a lovely spot to have a really great meal. The food is always so fresh and the waitress was so sweet! I really wish the plaza that it's located in was a bit safer and cleaner, but the food itself is incredible. This is our second time visiting this restaurant and the food never disappoints. We got the kebab combination platter, hummus and the muhamarra. 10/10. read more

It's kind of a hole in the wall spot that's located in a small plaza right next to 7-11. Small parking lot on site so parking is easy. Also, they take reservation through open table, which makes it stressful free for larger group. The six of us came by on a Saturday for an early dinner. The service was superb- our waitress was so attentive and friendly. The owner even came out to greet us. Very homey vibe. They had a wide menu selections for appetizers, entrees, and drinks (including alcoholic drinks like Lebanese beer and non-alcoholic drinks like jallab). Food came out really fast and everything was tasty. The Six of us ordered the appetizers for four people and shared two entrees (lamp chop and chicken kabob/ shish tawook), and the portion was perfect. My personal favorites were the hummus, fried cheese, chicken kabob, and the rice. It turned out to be pricer than expected but I guess that's because all of us ordered drinks and overall, it was reasonably priced. I'd totally come back again! read more

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Lebanese always sounds good on a Thursday night, or any night really. I walked in and was surprised at how small the restaurant is, but honestly I say keep it that way. The aura inside is really intimate and home-y. We had a table of 6 and they sat us really quickly and the server was super nice and attentive! We ended up each ordering something different to share between all of us and while I can't remember every dish we got, literally everything was delicious. I specifically remember all the meats being really good, along with the falafel and their garlic sauce. How can anyone hate garlic sauce, or even just garlic? I just don't get it. Like how? garlic and onion are the literal staples of any food and I can't get enough of it and there's people out here who just... don't like it... like?? This spot is honestly so cozy and so intimate, I could spend literal hours here for a date or something. If you're looking for Lebanese and you're in the area, come to Marouch. The staff are amazing, parking can be a little bit of a hassle but I promise you it's worth it. read more

Great kabobs and Mediterranean signature plates. I recommended if you're in the LA or Hollywood area and you want to enjoy some good meal with family and friends. read more

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The food absolutely blew me away. Everything was cooked to perfection! For the pro move, order the cheese fatayer and dip it in the labneh. You will not regret it. Honestly every dish we ordered from the lamb kabob to the vegetarian plate was a hit. Super nice staff in a traditional environment. 10/10 read more

Incredible. All of it. The highlights were the Lebanese sausage, the ful mudammas, and the mantee. The ful mudammas were perfectly cooked fava beans in a savory tomato, garlic, and lemon sauce (and I'm sure many hidden ingredients)--I would dip anything in that sauce. Anything. The mantee (beef dumplings) shared a similar sauce over some rice with vermicelli and a garlic yogurt sauce and they had the perfect texture. read more

Marouch Restaurant - Armenian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Marouch, oh yes I do recommend this restaurant my used to be supervisor Kalene from our offices invited us there to Celebrate Christmas thank you! she/we love that food, nice ambiance and good service inside it's a different story from outside yummy food Mediterranean don't missed it. For the bosses be kind!!! Sincerely, Maria read more

Great place. Food, service, and value are all perfect. Even pleased my very hard to please father! read more

Marouch Restaurant - Beef Kafta Kabab (Luleh Kabab) - Armenian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Interesting place, good Lebanese food, friendly staff with good recommendations for first timers, go hungry, they do give you lots of food and good thing there is a valet parking. read more

Best Armenian Food in LA! Exceptional customer service, great pricing very relaxing atmosphere.

Absolutely great tasting food. We got the shawarma mix plate, and it was all great. The garlic sauce was killer too. The portions were huge! read more

Best dish was the fattoush and steak kabobs. Chicken was ok. Asked for medium rare lamb chops but they came out rare. The flavor was also whatever. Free parking in lot. Good service. Family vibe ambiance. read more

Marouch Restaurant - Lamb Chops - Armenian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I can't remember where I first heard of Marouch about 6 yrs ago, but It has become my favorite thing about living in LA. In a town full of pretentious restaurants that can't deliver a truly satisfying meal, Marouch gets it right every time, and with no fanfare. From the warm welcome I get when I walk in the door, to the delicious & beautifully presented & freshly made food, to that fine cup of fresh mint tea that so often caps off my meal, I love every minute I spend at Marouch. Lunch here can make even the crappiest workday seem OK. Don't pass up the tabbouleh, the hummus, the fattoush, the yogurt chicken kebabs, the lamb shank ( the sat. & sun. Special) or the fabulous roasted chicken ( request by phone at least 1 hr ahead of time). Marouch is in a rundown strip mall, but don't judge by the exterior. This is a phenomenal place. read more

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Bummer. I really was in the mood for takeaway chicken shush kabob but the woman said they were closed despite the fact I arrived at 7:42 pm. The sign on the door says closes at 8. I'll have to try again and update my review but I'm bummed to have driven all the way here only to be turned away even though the dining room was quite full of patrons. I don't think a to-honoree would have kept them there much longer after closing time especially since patrons were casually sipping wine and eating. Stay tuned... read more

We needed a place to accompany a large party. It was also nice because it's not a very big place and pretty quiet. The waitress was great. We had baba ganoush and labneh for appetizers. I had the kebab as my main - beef and lamb. Very well prepared. There is also the option for beer and wine - I had the Lebanese beer which was light and perfect for the meal. read more

The food here was delicious, the bread is fantastic. We went on valentine's day and were sat immediately. The food came out fast and was very good. I got the shawarma plate which came with rice with noddles that was very flavorful. read more

Words can't even describe how delicious this place is. I vouch for the filet mignon plate. read more

Marouch Restaurant - Filet mignon plate is super flavorful and tender. - Armenian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Delicious food, Dessert and amazing service..... 10/10 Very nice and clean inside.... read more

Great local long standing restaurant. Consistent tasty food, friendly service. Lots of vegan and non vegan options

I hosted a big dinner here the other week and it was so incredible. Everyone said this was the best Lebanese food they've had in LA. I cannot wait to go back. read more

Cute little restaurant. Service was great! Food though... not so much. Sauces were not that flavorful and meat was dry. Lots of great middle eastern places in LA, this one is good cause the service was incredible. read more