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Miya Miya

3.8 (102 reviews)
Closed 4:30 pm - 9:30 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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Ariana O.

The highlight of this experience was honestly the owner, Yass, genuinely one of the nicest people you'll meet. He made a 2.5-hour wait feel bearable, which is saying a lot. But would I stand in that line again for shawarma? Not a chance. As for the food itself, it just wasn't for me. The flavors didn't land, the sauces weren't my thing, and the only thing I actually enjoyed was the crunch. I'm starting to wonder if shawarma simply isn't my food though my boyfriend would disagree. He liked it, and while he's equally firm about never reclaiming those 2.5 hours of his life, he'd eat it again if they ever opened a brick-and-mortar with no wait. Also, we hated the fries. That said, I'm genuinely rooting for Yass. He left a career in finance after losing his father to pursue this, and you can feel the heart behind it. He's a good person running a small operation that clearly has a loyal following and that counts for something. The crowd was genuinely nice and enjoyable to be around standing in line for that long. The location is in a nice area.

Amanjot K.

Absolutely insane!! I've heard and seen so much about Miya Miya and finally got to try it. We did wait 2 hours which was insane - I loved it but can't wait for the actual storefront to open up so maybe the lines can be a bit faster & more days open. It's an outdoor space for now and is a stand which is amazing but definitely can cause much longer waits. The food is SO GOOD. The quality is truly worth it and the crisp was my favorite! The owner is also so humble and sweet and interacts with everyone.

Rachel C.

Disclaimer: I would give this a 4.5, my husband would give a 5! We stood in line for 2 hours to get Miya Miya yesterday, and, overall, it was worth it. We got there at about 4:10 (it opened at 4:30), and the line was already insane. The flavor was SO good. The fries were crisp to perfection, and the garlic sauce is delicious. Each person can get two shawarmas and they are sooo good. (IMPORTANT NOTE: you can't order for people who are not in line! You can only get 2 shawarma pp for those IN LINE ONLY - this caused a lot of distress for people in front of us). We got two of the shawarma (yaz way), one fry to split, and two extra garlic sauces. I liked having a sauce to dip the fries in, but we only needed one. Good to know for next time! I also would have loved the option to get the spicy sauce on the side too, but hopefully that can be in the shop when it opens. The shawarma looks kind of small but is pretty deceiving - I was full after one, but I thought I could easily put down two. I did, however, eat a good bit of my second one about two hours later The food was bomb, and the people who work there are super nice. There are influencers everywhere, and there was an entire camera crew following Chef Yaz yesterday. It was pretty chaotic, but it hit the spot. Would I come back? Yes. Would I wait in line for another 2 hours? Also yes. BUT we didn't have plans yesterday and my husband and I were just planning on hanging out at home, so it was perfect. If we were trying to do something last night or had additional plans in the evening, I would go somewhere else. I'm excited for my leftovers and I can't wait for this spot to open their brick and mortar! Allegedly it'll be by the end of summer 2026 - so excited!

Sepideh Z.

Just like everyone else, we came across Miya Miya from social media. We were nearby on a Friday close to opening time and decided to try our luck. The line wasn't that long but did go down to the corner almost. It took almost 2 hrs to get to the front of the line and this was at 4:30PM. We ordered at 6:15PM and got our food at 6:30PM. They were limiting order to 2 per person so we ordered 4 wraps, 3 of them Yaz way and the fries. It smelled really good and it did look good and crunchy. There is a ton of seating around back which was nice. However, we were a bit disappointed once we ate it. The meat wasn't as flavorful as we anticipated and the sauce wasn't either. The pomegranate molasses was probably the best thing on it but they do need to make the garlic sauce more flavorful for it to pack a punch. The wraps were also very thin and didn't have many pickles or much else in them. However, the fries were immaculate. They were perfectly crunchy and the zaatar spice was a great touch. They should add that spice to the garlic sauce or meat. The owner and workers were very kind. We figured out that the main reason the line moves slow is because the owner took time to speak to and get to know every customer which was very thoughtful. Yaz is great. We wish him and the team the best!!! They truly deserve all the success and if they tweak their flavors a bit, I'm sure it would be even better.

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Alona L.

I saw this place in a viral Instagram video claiming that it is the best shawarma that person ever had. I just had to try it as I have been to Istanbul and tried some of amazing shawarmas before. Strike 1: the line was huge. We arrived around 4pm on a Saturday. The line was super long and people in line said it is 2 hour wait. We committed. We got our food at 6:20pm. There is no reason for them to have such a long line- they would really benefit from a good operations manager. Currently it is a chaos because the same person who takes your order is also answering questions, tracking the line, bringing out ingredients they are missing in the shawarma assembly station. Strike 2: after we have waited for an hour, the owner comes out and says they are limiting orders to one per person to make sure they can serve everyone in line. They have been serving 2 per person for the first several hours and then cut it to 1 per person. While we were in line, several people were bringing in friends to join them ahead of us and they got away with it. Strike 3: Food was good but not great. Definitely NOT worth the wait. As we were leaving, we ran into the owner and he asked us what we thought and we honestly said the meat was not as flavorful as it is being positioned and he agreed that this is what happens when you get the meat from the bottom of the spit - the meat is not as well marinated there. He also said they "usually" don't serve the bottom of the spit but because of the hype they were today. The Positive: thy are opening a restaurant at the same spot in the summer. One would hope they figure out their kinks and maybe read Goldratt's "The Goal" to improve operations, then it would be worthwhile going there, ordering and getting your food in 10-15 mins. Otherwise the hype is not worth the wait.

Beef Tallow Fries
Kassi A.

I did it. I waited in line for the Friday night shawarma. It wasn't as bad as the previous reviews lead me to believe. They've probably gotten the system down over time. I got there at 4:10 and from line to sitting down with my food, I spent about an hour. The meat was delicious. I had it Yaz's way and my partner had it OG. The pomegranate molasses was great, but the spicy sauce was a bit overwhelming. Don't let that deter you though because it was so windy in the eating area that I ate it incredibly fast. I'm a little sad we happened to go when the weather made it difficult to enjoy. I did try a bite of the OG and you could really taste the seasoning on the meat in that one. I think it was actually better that way. The fries were crispy and well seasoned. I'd wait in line again, but really looking forward to the day this is a sit in restaurant! Oh also, Yaz came by and introduced himself. We were too in the zone eating to talk, but he visited everyone and seemed really friendly. All the staff were super cheerful and friendly too. All in all, it was definitely worth the wait.

Marlene P.

This was one of the best shawarmas we've had in the States. The wait time was definitely long--we waited about an hour and a half just to place our order, and another 30 minutes to receive our food. Despite the wait, the staff was very nice and welcoming. They had music playing throughout the area, which really added to the atmosphere and built our excitement while waiting for the food. This spot was absolutely worth the wait, and I would definitely return (from SoCal). In fact, I'm already planning a trip back to LA, and this place is definitely on my itinerary.

Alex J.

Yes, the line is worth it. I finally stopped by last Friday and enjoyed a chicken shawarma wrap. Staff is friendly but I will say, some are just standing around doing nothing. Literally nothing. It takes a good minute for the wraps to be made and then grilled, so I don't know if the 2-3 people standing around had nothing to do, were being trained, or what, but I feel like they could step in to speed up the process. I got in line about a half hour before they opened (4:30) and there were 12 people ahead of me. They opened a few minutes late and once they did, I ordered and got my wrap by 5pm, so it wasn't too bad of a wait. The wrap is toasted so nicely. It's crispy and crunchy and beautiful. They fill it with a good amount of chicken, pickles, and sauce. I ordered the spicy version which had a good kick but not overpowering which was nice. The wrap is juicy, flavorful, filling, and just fantastic. I'll definitely be back!

Chicken Shawarma original and Yaz way, with fries
Shawn G.

Miya Miya is one of those spots that instantly makes you want to come back. From the moment we heard about Miya Miya, we had to try it. the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming, and the staff were friendly without being overbearing. The food was the real highlight. Everything came out fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. You can tell a lot of care goes into the ingredients and preparation. Portions were generous, and every bite tasted better than the last. Whether you're ordering classics or trying something new, it's hard to go wrong here. The wait was long was long unfortunately but get your food quick and Prices felt very reasonable for the quality and experience. Overall, Miya Miya is a fantastic choice for a casual meal or a night out when you want consistently good food and great service. Highly recommend -- this is definitely going into my regular rotation!

Irene C.

Miya Miya Chicken Shawarma is SO good. The chicken is super flavorful and perfectly cooked, and everything tastes really fresh. You HAVE to get it the Yaz way...it honestly makes the whole thing pop. The sweet red sauce is incredible and ties everything together so well. The line is super long though. I went 1.5 hours early before opening and waited but after the line started moving, i only waited 5 minutes for my food. I definitely suggest going earlier because the line just gets longer and longer

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Kelly C.

Arrived at 4:30 pm and waited about an hour to order. The chicken shawarma was so good. I got it the Yaz way and was absolutely stuffed. They only allow two chicken shawarmas per person, so I saved one for the next day, popped it in the air fryer, and it was still delicious. The beef talow fries were also delicious and crispy. The team was incredibly friendly. I felt comfortable asking questions and really welcomed. They are set up near an area with tables, and we were able to find seating to enjoy our food. Such a great way to spend my Friday night with good company and amazing food. I cannot wait to bring more friends here!

4 Yaz way and beef tallow fries
Diana L.

SO GOOD! I arrived around 12:30 on a Saturday and waited about 45 minutes. Worth every minute. There's a 2 shawarma limit per person, but it's genuinely filling, and the leftovers reheat perfectly next day in a toaster oven or air fryer. Definitely get it the Yaz way. The pomegranate sauce is incredible (I'd buy a tub of it). & something about the way the wrap is fried makes it impossibly cravable. Don't let the line discourage you, they said they're opening a brick and mortar right there soon, so we'll be able to get our Miya Miya fix anytime!!

Jeffery N.

DISCLAIMER: 2+ hours wait at most hours and limited to one per person. Loaded fries are off menu and for early birds. Purely off food: This was VERY VERY good. I'd take the best shawarma I've had, and it won't even compare to this place. There's music blasting, 6 or 7 friends just cooking up some chicken shawarma. And they are good at what they do. There's not much to say, the spice, the juiciness of the chicken, the crunch of the wrap, even down to something as simple as garlic spread, it was all phenomenal. To be honest, it was the best shawarma I've had. Great combinations of flavors and textures. If you like spice, get the Yaz way. I will say I was really hungry coming in but the wait did not disappoint at all. Even the fries were phenomenal. Strong flavor great texture. Can't wait for the brick and mortar next year!

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Is Miya Miya halal?

Why are you lying to the world and saying this place is zabihah halal? We asked the OWNER HIMSELF AND HE SAID ITS NOT HALAL! Stop telling people it's halal

Is the meat zabiha halal?

No . We use Tyson gold brand chicken

Was just there on Friday and they were not there...what's the deal?

theyre a pop up until they open in the actual facility.

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The food is amazing! There seems to be only one worker during the time we went so it does take a…read morewhile for you to get your food but it was worth the wait. I really needed to use the restroom but there isnt a restroom there. There is a hookah lounge next door that seems to be connected, so if you need the restroom you can use that one!

I had such a great experience at Lucia Mediterranean Grill. I paid $1.25 for an hour of parking,…read morebut it was absolutely money well spent. The restaurant has a really homey feeling inside, with about four small tables that make it feel cozy and welcoming. It's the kind of place where you immediately feel comfortable. My partner and I ordered the chicken shish kebabs with mejadra rice, salad, and sumac fries. Everything was delicious! The plate also came with hummus and pita, which were incredibly fresh and flavorful. The hummus was smooth, rich, and perfect with the warm pita. Hermon helped recommend our food, cooked it, and even served us. She was so kind and made the whole experience feel really personal. She also offered us complimentary baklava, which was amazing. It had the most soft, chewy texture with just enough sweetness. When I asked her what the secret ingredient was, she just smiled and said she couldn't spoil it so you'll have to try it for yourself! Definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

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We just got home from dinner here and my wife and I loved it. The food was absolutely top notch. We…read morestarted with the potatoes in garlic sauce and an order of the haroumi and watermelon. What a great kick off! As for our mains, we both ordered a variation of the combo plates. I had the chicken tawook and beef. The Mrs. had the chicken and lamb. All good. Based on the food alone, we would recommend this place to anyone with a beating heart and more importantly, a mouth. This is quality food at a quality price. The atmosphere? Really great. It's a little dark and twinkly inside which sets a nice tone. There is cool artwork adorning every piece of wall, the place is very easy on the eyes...including the restrooms. Very clean. Our sever, didn't catch his name, but what a nice dude. Was super helpful without being "too much" he should teach a server class. He's pretty much who you want taking care of your table. He knew the menu well and made great suggestions. It was actually refreshing. We will come back, most likely with the family. Our waiter told us that they can accommodate larger groups which is great. I recently ate food at Saffy's and I didn't enjoy it one bit. The servings there are too small, too pretentious and too overpriced. Open Sesame is the exact opposite and that's why it rules. A wonderful experience in Beverly Boulevard.

How Do I Start This Rationally ? Atmosphere Is A 5/5. Service Is 5/5. Food was 2.5/5. I Will…read moreExplain. If You A Charging $145 For A Group Platter, Then Everything Must Me PERFECT ! The Chicken Shawarma Was Inedible Because Is Was Obviously Dry And Lying Around For The Next Customer. The Beef Was Good. The Beef Shawarma Was AMAZING ! Probably The Best Thing. On The Menu. Tabouli Was Great. $260 With Tip Divided By Three Is Too Expensive For My First Experience Here. I Told The Manager That They Shouldn't Have Served The Chicken Shawarma If It Was Dry. Anyways.

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First time trying Mizlala. It was an interesting food experience. It's Mediterranean food but their…read moreflavors were a bit different than what I'm used to. I got the schnitzel plate which came with rice, hummus, salad, pita bread, and mustard sauce. The mustard sauce really through me off since I was thinking more of toom sauce or tzatziki sauce. The rice had an odd taste, more on the bland side? However the pita was very hefty and pita pocket ready. The hummus was good with a few yellow chilies (super spicy). The schnitzel was hefty and huge portions almost like 5 pieces of chicken. With the portion size it's a decent price for it. Highly recommend trying out this new taste.

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