We just got home from dinner here and my wife and I loved it. The food was absolutely top notch. We started 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. read more

How Do I Start This Rationally ? Atmosphere Is A 5/5. Service Is 5/5. Food was 2.5/5. I Will Explain. 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. read more

The ambiance was spectacular, for a small and intimate seating area. There are a lot of customers here, but no area felt crowded or stuffed in. Great music playing throughout the evening! But the real winner... The food was AMAZING! Had the Saturday special lamb shank with saffron-infused basmati rice and raisins. Our server described the experience I'd have to a tee. Meat feel right off the bone. Ended the evening with some baklava and chocolate molten cake and hazelnut ice cream. Nuff said. Bring your friends. Bring your family. Ask for Danny. But don't tell him I gave you his name read more

I've always really liked Mediterranean cuisine and love that this is right by where I live in LA. I had the French Cut Lamb Chops and they were delicious. The serving size is average and definitely a good place for a filling meal! :) read more

My wife and I had a 10/10 experience at Open Sesame. The food was amazing and the service was excellent. We will be back many times!

The food here is so SO good! Was craving Lebanese/Mediterranean food, and this restaurant really hit the spot! You absolutely MUST order the spicy garlic potatoes (with the garlic sauce, save some to accompany the rest of your meal) and the flash fried cauliflower. I was blown away by these appetizers - the potatoes were perfectly tender and the brightness of the cilantro and lemon made this dish so unique, and the caulifower were perfectly crisp and accompanied with some fresh onion and tomato slices. We shared the Sultan main plate so that we could try a few different proteins - the best was the filet mignon (so tender and juicy), while the shrimp was good but nothing special. I also loved how fresh the accompanying salad was. Can't wait to come back! read more

Open Sesame - The Sultan - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place was amazing! The type of place i would drive 30+ mins for. Staff was very nice, the food was incredible, and the ambiance was perfect for a date. Very pretty interior, I will say there isn't a whole lot of room. It's a pretty small building. But that's my only con if I was forced to have one. My main concern is always that the protein aka meat I order won't be juicy enough. But the meats I ordered were exquisite! I ordered the open sesame, and made an adjustment so I can have one chicken, and one beef Kafta! What can I say the pictures speak for themselves! I highly recommend this place!!! A hidden gem and worth eating at! I still think about this places weeks after eating here! The bartender Conner and Manager Adam were the nicest and made our dinner very memorable! read more

Open Sesame - This is the open sesame with Chicken Fafta. - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Outstanding food good service very authentic and good price. Too bad is too far from our house but believe me if you like falafel don't miss this place read more

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We ordered a variety of dishes including chicken kebab, ground chicken kebab, chicken shish kebab, and beef shish kebab with sides of fries, hummus, and baba ghanoush, but unfortunately the entire experience was very disappointing. The service was awful from start to finish as no one checked on our table and our food arrived very late. They even forgot our fries at first, and when they finally came they were undercooked. The food itself lacked flavor across the board, and even the baba ghanoush tasted bland. Overall, nothing stood out in a good way and we did not enjoy our meal at all. We will not be coming back. read more

Open Sesame - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Healthy and filling meal! The chicken tawook was delicious - chicken was juicy and the open sesame salad side was refreshing. Side pita came wrapped up on the side and garlic sauce also included in the dish! read more

Open Sesame - Chicken Tawook - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Food and ambiance were great but we'll definitely come back for Danny's outstanding service. I was wearing a boot and walking on crutches and Danny's hospitality won my heart. He went above and beyond to make sure I walked in thru the back door and was very attentive and empathetic throughout dinmer. Gracias Danny y nos vemos prontito! read more

My wife and I ordered take out from here. The chicken shawarma plate is delicious and excellent value for money.

My friend suggested this restaurant after our spa day and it was delicious and vibey! It felt authentic (though I have no way of knowing if it was) and our waitress was really nice and patient about explaining the menu. She was also super knowledgeable about the ingredients of dishes, which is super important to me as someone with dietary restrictions. The music was very cultural and super catchy. The food tasted fresh and I enjoyed my whole meal. I would definitely come back here if someone suggested it. The parking sucks though so prepare for that. read more

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My thoughts on Open Sesame (re: Long Beach now Hollywood ) hasn't changed much one iota. Their beef based products are succulent, seasoned and tasty. Their chicken kabob or any of its variations are stiff, lack flavor and super overpriced. You can by the cut (smaller squares ) and the dimmer saturation on the exterior. So, stick to their beef products and you'll be fine. 3/5 read more

Open Sesame - Beef pancake. Awesome! Full of flavor . Unique . - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We are always pleased when coming to Open Sesame (it's our go-to for the BEST Mediterranean option)...our first time was in Long Beach, and we were so happy to hear about the one on Beverly! We dined at the Beverly location this week, and enjoyed the pleasant hostess seating us, the one who brought some items we ordered, out, and the seamless and friendly service from Jack; he did a FANTASTIC job and complimented the relaxing ambiance for our dinner - he's affable and we enjoyed our conversation with him. I got my usual Chicken Tawook with hummus and the fatoush salad, vegetable soup,l (it's SO good), and tried the falafel app and cauliflower app...my husband enjoyed his order as well...I did not get my usual Vegetable Plate, but was happy with the new apps we tried...Jack had great recommendations for what would keep well for a to-go item (for my lunch the following day). Looking forward to dining again and getting more recommendations from Jack! read more

My go to take away in Beverly Grove. Their food is always on point - amazingly delicious!! Their chicken tawook is superb!!

Hot as hell and sat in the hot af porch... they never came and I was dying. Sat there for almost 20 mins even made eye contact with the server through the window, but I guess I either don't fit their ideal customer or they're so overwhelmed with 3 tables, that it rendered them incapable of wanting one more person. read more

Absolutely amazing. Service, food, hosts everything! The utmost hospitality and did I mention the food was delicious! Cant wait to go back im drooling thinking about it. read more

Overall yummy! Chicken was a little dry and the hummus was just okay. Service was very friendly and quick! Sat outside on the patio and it was cute but can get a little loud read more

Open Sesame - Chicken Tawook - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

OPEN SESAME COMBO THE SULTAN Babagaboosh - yum Garlic fried need more crunchy. Nice staff- very attentive. Cute cozy place. read more

Open Sesame - Sultan - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Had an amazing time. The food was just next level, every single dish was packed with flavor. The space felt cozy and real, and loved the little bar setup, it just added to the whole vibe. Skyler took care of us and she was awesome. Super attentive, full of energy, and you could tell she genuinely cared. Service overall was top notch. Definitely one of those spots I'll keep coming back to. read more

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The food and service were excellent. Danny is the best waiter, extremely friendly, funny and knowledgeable. The beef kabob was the best I've ever had. Highly recommend this place, so inexpensive for how incredible it is. read more

We had an amazing experience overall. The food was delicious, service was excellent and whole ambiance was amazing. Well done!! I'll be back soon read more

We had the best service and best meal. Danny was so helpful on helping us pick our wonderful meal. Excellent food-excellent service. Thank you Danny-from the two Chris'. read more

Excellent flavor, wonderful service, and fab energy all around. We enjoyed our meal immensely and will definitely be back. Love open sesame!! read more

Yes! Would recommend for all good reasons Good service delicious food I enjoy eating at the bar Parking may be hard to find

SUCH A BEAUTIFUL MEDITERRANEAN VIBE WITH THE BEST FOOD PROS------ Food: Everything tastes so fresh and authentic. Every bite was bliss and everything I was craving Atmosphere: We ate inside and the decor and vibes are immaculate. Love the dark intimate setting Service: Our waiter / bartender was so nice and helpful. He recommended us some great cocktails to try and made them perfectly CONS---- None read more

Open Sesame - Sultan plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We had such a great experience. I ordered my food so I could sit with my friend while she ate. I took mine home. The waitress wanted to make sure everything was ok because I didn't eat it there. Very nice. The manager (maybe owner?) and another gentleman helped me carry my stroller up and down their stairs. It's a little tight inside but it's cozy, and it's clean. And that's what matters. Ate my food the next day. Fantastic. read more

For years, I worked in Long Beach. For years, I would frequent the Long Beach location. Lots of memories and unforgettable meals. Now it's time to start over, this time closer to home (and work). I've never had a problem finding parking on Beverly. Yes, you deal with meters, however, enforcement isn't 24/7. Read the signs though. I believe it ends at 8PM. And feeding the meter is cheaper than a ticket. It's life in LA. Just deal with it. My friend and I walked in without reservations. On a Friday night too. However, we got there early enough that we got to sit at the bar, then had the choice of sitting inside or out and any open table. Had we gotten there later, it's likely we would have had to wait or go elsewhere. It got busy and I didn't see an empty table or seat at the bar when we finished up. Service was great. Not remembering his name but he was our guy in addition to tending the bar. I know he was busy but somehow he would just appear right we we needed or wanted something. Also makes means drinks. As for the food, see pics. We were mainly there for drinks and appetizers and I wish the lighting was better because the pics don't do the dishes any justice. We filled up on too much Pita with the starter Mezza Sampler and ended up just sharing The Sultan and a Baklawa Crumble. Just know, there were no leftovers. Sorry, no pics of the Sultan - we dived right in and I forgot. Anyway, I'm glad I finally made it here and know it won't be my last. read more

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My new go-to Mediterranean spot! Open Sesame is everything I was looking for--well-located, super cute, chill vibe, and amazing ambiance. I'd been missing a solid Mediterranean place on my rotation, and this one filled the gap perfectly. Veggie options are plenty, and every dish I've tried has been a total hit: Spicy hummus - creamy and full of flavor, 5/5 Hot pita pockets - fresh and endless, 5/5 Falafel - crispy on the outside, soft inside, 5/5 Fattoush salad & Zaatar pizza - light, fresh, and flavorful, both 5/5 Our server was pleasant and easygoing so that was a bonus too and the whole place just feels inviting. I've already been three times, and I'm officially a loyalist. Highly recommend! read more

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I celebrated my birthday here recently as Open Sesame is a favorite of mine. I love the food and I often order the Sultan. It's great dish with a bit of everything. We were a party of five and also ordered the sample appetizer as well as the Cauliflower. Both were delicious. The service was five star all the way. The host welcomed us and the server and staff couldn't have been more attentive. Also, the atmosphere is cozy, well done and contributes to the outstanding evening that you are apt to have here. Run, don't walk. Than you Open Sesame for an unforgettable dinner. read more

I have been coming here for years and its always incredible. Great dishes and great atmosphere!

The staff are always kind. I love the food here. The first time I had open sesame was actually in Longbeach and that's where I fell in love with the food- I was happy to hear that there was a location closer to me. I ate here again this past Monday- still delicious but the portions aren't as big. I told my friend it used to be larger, the sultan... it was a smaller plate and less pieces. Still as delicious as I recall. I recommend. read more

It transports you to a different world! You forget you are off Beverly and Fairfax! Reasonably priced and good portions. The drinks were so good and creative! Easy to find street parking, good service, outdoor, street seating and indoor seating. This has become one of our favorite Mediterranean places. read more

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Absolutely amazing! Manager Adam is always so welcoming and kind. Waiter Marcelo is so good to us. Food is absolutely phenomenal. The family plate is perfect! Most amazing garlic dip, hummus and the lamb is cooked perfectly. Highly recommend! read more

As always, this restaurant never fails. So good, delicious, tasty and filling. Started off with the Spicy Garlic Potatoes.....AMAZING! My main entree plate was the Open Sesame Combo with the Beef Kabob, Beef Kafta with the Chicken Tawook. Side was the Fattoush with Spicy Hummus. Everything is phenomenal and seasoned well. Forever one of my favorite restaurants! read more

Unique drinks. Delicious food. Portions are BIG so you've been warned. We got a bunch of appetizers and the combo to share and everything was really tasty. Our server was also very attentive and patient in explaining the menu since it was our first time. We had a great time! My favorites were the halloumi (the pairing with watermelon worked so well), the cauliflower and the combo (chicken, beef). Will return again! read more

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On the pricier side but you're paying for gorgeous chunks of charred chicken (a tad dry), luscious hummus, fresh salad, and housemade pickles. A solid meal. Our server was so attentive and kind. The space itself cozy and not too loud. read more

Open Sesame - Chicken Tawook - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Perfect Lebanese vegan platter. Everything. The best Lebanese since I left Detroit. Best felafel ever, perfect service. Shout out to Marcelo and entire staff. I would eat there every week if I lived closer. Hummus, baba ghanouch grape leaf, pita. Pickles, perfect . Good serving size, nice presentation! I will dream about that meal! read more

I haven't been to the restaurant - just reviewing the catering. I placed an order for 8 people to be delivered on schedule for 7:30. We ordered roughly 20% of the menu, and it was all outstanding. Portions are on the large side of appropriate, but not huge, and it was all very savory. Mediterranean food is getting spendy these days, but we were satisfied and would order again read more