When it comes to Mediterranean food, SOTTA in Burbank does a great job this side of the Adriatic…read moreSea. Although Raffi's in Glendale is usually my go-to spot, I met a friend here for lunch and it was a nice change of scenery. Not only did I love the idea of having an outdoor patio almost to ourselves, but the inside is really cute with its retro mint accents, old school chairs, and wooden tabletops. I also loved looking at the Old World Hollywood black & white photos up on the walls. The only conundrum is finding a seat inside since this place fills up quickly during the lunch rush hours. Also, some folks just park it so they can work on their laptops while sipping on coffee -- not that I can blame 'em. Their Mediterranean, Lebanese-inspired cuisine, and fusion-inspired grill fare is delicious and the portion sizes are ample. Juicy tomatoes and slightly charred zucchini and summer squash sat vibrantly on my plate. Their savory chicken breast kabobs are made with authentic spices, but more on the lean, dry side. So I prefer their falafels, dolmas, and grilled veggies on my plate. SOTTA touts their Tomato Soup as "the best in town". Not sure I'd agree. My bowl was piping hot, but a bit on the bland side. I'd personally opt for another salad if given a choice: Their babaganoush is creamy, Greek salad is crisp, while the Shirazi Salad and Quinoa Tabbouleh won't disappoint. I'll have to try the Sautéed Mushrooms next time because the red wine, teriyaki, and garlic marinade piqued my interest. As for their drink menu, the coffee is excellent. Or try a 20 oz. matcha that's infused with passion fruit or guava. It's worth the splurge. Although Skaf's in Highland Park is still my fave Lebanese restaurant, I'll still make my way over to SOTTA next time on this side of the hill. It's still continents closer than the Adriatic Sea.

Sorta used to be one of my go-to places, especially since it's within walking distance of my house…read more Unfortunately, my last two orders have been noticeably different from the quality and portions I had received in the past, and yesterday's order was especially disappointing. I ordered chicken breast, and the portions were surprisingly inconsistent. One piece was a reasonable size, while the other was significantly smaller and did not feel like a proper portion. The biggest disappointment was the Caesar salad with salmon. It came with only two very small pieces of salmon--approximately 1.5 ounces total. Honestly, even my cat would have been disappointed with that portion! It genuinely looked like they were down to their last small piece of salmon and divided it between the salad. As someone who is Persian and grew up eating this type of food regularly, I'm very familiar with the flavors, quality, and portions I would expect. Unfortunately, the food this time was well below average, both in taste and value. I would rate the taste about 2/10. It's especially disappointing because I previously enjoyed ordering from Sorta and appreciated having a convenient neighborhood option so close to home. But after two disappointing experiences in a row, I can't justify the price for the portions and quality I received. Sadly, I don't see myself returning. It's very sad that u spend 77$ for lunch for two and not be satisfied

Amazing place. A "cant go wrong" when you're looking for clean, healthy, and a great priced…read morerestaurant. The atmosphere is clean and bright, very inviting. The staff is always friendly and accurate with the orders. I like my steaks medium to rare, and they alway make it just as i ordered. I come in at least once a week when i don't have time to cook at home. Last but not least if you're into fitness or in Keto, you can order protein a la carté. Highly recommended.

Everything is made to order but it took a long time to get my order considering I was the only…read morecustomer in the restaurant at 11:30am. Food was plentiful - roasted Anaheim pepper and tomato, chicken and beef louleh and probably 2 cups of rice for $17. I'm not sure what the two sauces were but they were good and needed as the meat was dry but flavorful. Staff greeted me but you could tell it was forced. Truly seemed like she didn't want to be there on a Wednesday morning and gave the Costco driver attitude as well when he made a delivery.

The food and ambiance are always great here. We were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the…read moretiramisu made in-house so definitely leave room for dessert! Carlos was great, amicable and provided us with great service. The place was busy, but it would have been nice if they checked in on us. I was missing a sauce, needed a water refill (never offered or provided), and never got some salt I asked for to add to my home-style chicken soup.

The service was too notch! We were seated really fast and the food came out fast well. Our server,…read morecarlos, attended us very well and was friendly! I had the pesto fettuccine Alfredo and it was amazing as always! 10/10 recommend!

One word: Laffa…read more It's the wrap they use (of Iraqi origin) the makes this place. The rest are fine but the wrap is unbelievable. The wrap is also huge. Do yourself a favor and add fries to your wrap. You'll thank me later. Highly recommend a wrap. Plates are fine. Meat is good. The rice is weak - so if you get a plate, caution on the rice. Fries are fine. Crunchy. They use a different oil it seems like than what most places use - so that's interesting. Fries could use something else though to make them stand out. Maybe za'atar fries? Or Baharat or Quzi? I dunno, just something to make them stand out. Lean in on interesting and delicious. I can get fries anywhere. Sauces are good and there are 4 to choose. Kids eat free on weekends which is so nice for parents. Overall solid spot worth going to.

This is my local local kebab shop but somehow I've never visited until now. The place is much…read morebigger than other locations with lots of indoor seating. It's clean and the counter tables are spotless. I was helped today by Carlos who's friendly and helpful. Service was great so I'm planning to be a regular here. I ordered a plate with lamb, brown rice, Greek salad and pita. The portion was generous . everything was delicious and filling.

This place is a vibe. The ambiance is amazing and my server Ruby is attentive and very sweet…read more Highly recommend this place and this waitress.

Delicious kebobs in an upscale environment…read more There are so many choices in the area for excellent Mediterranean. What makes this stand out is the balance of price, quality and ambiance. Salt and olive is a little better than the average in all three without being too expensive.

Everything here is amazing the food the service and the atmosphere…read more Some of the best Mediterranean food I have had. Not many places give you an option of chicken thigh or chicken breast on a kebab and that should tell you a lot right there .... The chicken sandwiches are also amazing the pork sandwich is amazing be sure and add a green chili no matter what ..If I'm ever in the area I'm stopping by here oh and I'm also grabbing some baklava lol

If you're in the Burbank area and looking for a filling balanced plate of delicious food, come…read moresupport the friendly owners of Tonir Cafe. Metered street parking is plentiful. There is plenty of indoor seating and a few outdoor seats with sun shades. Food is prepared fresh and quickly. I ordered the beef lule kabob, which was tender and seasoned perfectly. The rice was fluffy and buttery. I chose the hummus and tabbouleh among their multiple options for my two sides, which complemented the kabobs so well. Come support this local small business!

the location was a bit hidden so you might have to walk around to find it. the interior is very…read morefancy and it felt like a bougie restaurant but our server was super friendly. i got the koobideh which is lean ground beef skewered and grilled and it was good! the beef was nice and juicy and not overcooked so it had a good meaty flavor to it. the portion was big with lots of rice so it was very filling. they also have free pita so i suggest getting hummus to go with it. overall, a very pleasant experience due to the good food and the friendly service and i recommend to anyone whos in the area!!

The kabobs here are very tasty and the portion sizes are large. When you arrive, you will need to…read morewait to be seated as reservations are only for parties of 10 or more. The place is quite large with a lot of tables but half of it is under a tarp and so if it is hot or rainy it's not as comfortable There is also a very tiny parking lot. Its valet but they can't fit all the cars and street parking in the area can be bit tricky. I would stick w the Kabob selection (I'm partial to the juicy flavorful bone in chicken) unless you enjoy your stews on the sour side. All that being said, their food is delicious and the staff is friendly, which is why I keep going back.

OBSESSED. Absolutely obsessed with the ashta pudding…read more Velvety sweet milk cream with a hint of rose water, served over toasted bread soaked in sweet syrup and topped with crushed pistachios. It is amaaaaazing. I also love that you can customize your sweetness level because the topper syrup is packaged separately. The knafeh is also amazing. And, everyone in there is incredibly friendly. I'm so happy this establishment is close to me. I can rest easy knowing ashta pudding is only 5 minutes away.

I don't order very often from them. I don't know why, but I really like their food!…read moreI ordered it from there today: potato mushroom and beef bureks, a Brazilian meat Sifha ( my first time let's see if I like it) some tahini bread, fresh made, and my favorite of all the Z Factory which looks like a pizza with black olives, cheese, and basil dummy so tasty! Malek is the owner and always take good care of my ordered items: you can tell he wants to make sure his customers are satisfied ‼

Took my parents here for dinner and we really enjoyed the food and service. The person taking our…read moreorder was very friendly and patient to explain some things on the menu. We ordered out own plates. One 1/4 white chicken, chicken tarna, and chicken kabob plate. Each plate includes a side (we got the cucumber salad), rice, hummus, and pita bread. We added a small side of tabbouleh. All of that totaled to around $58, which was not bad at all. We even had enough to take leftovers home. Everything is delicious and tasty. My favorite thing here is the garlic sauce! It is to die for. I am going to have to come back and try their whole chickens. I wish the person calling out orders would call out the ENTIRE order when it's complete, rather than calling the items out individually as they are ready. I was standing by the counter, and she told me to come back when she calls me it is ready. This Zankou location is very big with indoor and outdoor seating. Parking can get busy, but there are plenty of spaces available.

I love Zankou. I have been to a few locations but this is my favorite place. I usually get the half…read morechicken entree. I love pita and hummus. What I like the most is their garlic spread. Portion is more than enough to get you full. Service is fast but the only interaction you would get is limited to ordering in the counter. Other than that, you're on your own.

My family really enjoyed our experience at Cela, delicious chicken kebab, branzino, lattes and…read morepaklava. Sat in the back patio which was lovely. Service was also great with very friendly staff.

I stopped by Mediterranean Cafe recently and was honestly blown away. From the moment I walked in,…read morethe staff was welcoming and friendly, and the food came out fresh and beautifully prepared. I ordered the salad, and it was anything but ordinary. Every bite was packed with flavor crisp vegetables, fresh ingredients, and the perfect balance of seasoning and dressing. It's rare for a salad to be the star of the meal, but this one absolutely was. You can tell they don't cut corners when it comes to quality. The restaurant itself was clean, comfortable, and had a relaxed atmosphere that made it easy to enjoy the experience. Whether you're stopping in for a quick lunch or a casual dinner, this place delivers. If you're looking for fresh Mediterranean food with generous portions and incredible flavor, Mediterranean Cafe is definitely worth a visit. I'll absolutely be back to try more of the menu!