This was one of the best meals I've ever had! Raffi's had been on my list for years, and I wish I'd…read morevisited sooner. My friend and I shared the Shirazi salad, hummus, and koobideh. Everything was delicious, and the portions were generous!

Why did I wait so long to come here? Raffi's Place is wonderful. Super busy for a reason…read more Service is wonderful. Efficient even with so many people and all the hustle and bustle. I love that all the servers can assist any of the customers. Food is fabulous. Super fresh and hot. Great portion size. They have Bademjan that is just like someone's mom makes. There are parking structures nearby as street parking is hit or miss. They also have valet and that is what I opted for and it was great.

Carousel is always a great idea! I've been eating here since I was a little girl with my family…read more Now as an adult, I now enjoy lunches and dinners with my husband. The food is always consistent and the staff is always energetic and kind. I hope to pass this tradition to the next generation. It's the closest place to have Lebanese Armenian cuisine that reminds me of Lebanon. If you've never been, yalla! Go and enjoy the Hafleh Beiruti and the ashta desserts!!

This is not the best Armenian restaurant in the world. It is also not the most glamorous, the most…read moretrendy, nor the most ambitious. But it is without question the most important Armenian restaurant in the world. Armenians are simultaneously a diaspora people, a people of the book, and an old country people. Therefore, odd as it may seem, it is entirely appropriate that the most important Armenian restaurant in the world should not be located in Armenia at all, but should serve a diaspora community in a way that makes them feel connected to home, both interns of cuisine and in terms of communal warmth. Technically, this is more of a Lebanese restaurant than an Armenian restaurant, but that hardly matters. It's a place of celebration, merriment, laughter, and tears. In short, it is THE gathering place for Armenians in Southern California. Because of its fame and importance, the thing that is consistently overlooked about this restaurant is just how excellent the food is. Bring a Lebanese expat here and you will invariably hear them say after the first bite of hummus that it doesn't compare to the hummus they used to enjoy in Beirut. By the middle of the bowl, they will say that it actually is not as bad as they first thought. By the end of the bowl they will declare that this hummus ranks among the greatest they have ever tasted. Carousel does not overwhelm you. It seduces you. And you'll be back.

If you're looking for authentic Lebanese food in Glendale, you definitely have to check out Skaf's…read moreLebanese Eatery! I tried their flavorful chicken shawarma, chicken and beef skewers with rice, crispy fries, delicious egg rolls, and their silky smooth hummus. Everything tasted fresh, homemade, and full of flavor, and the portions were seriously generous. The service was friendly and welcoming, making this a great spot for a casual meal with family or friends. And here's the fun part--they're celebrating their 1-year anniversary with a scratcher promotion where you can win prizes!

When I miss my Dads Hummus I come here. Best Hummus in the city especially if you like hummus…read morethat's not lemon drenched, and they make it from scratch here with limited daily batches. I also love having them cater a yearly event I have in the area and they're always timely, fresh and generous. The staff, I believe, are mostly made up of their family members, and they're a very welcoming and warm-hearted team. I love the cheese rolls hot out of the oven. And all their appetizers and main dishes are great. The restaurant has a lot of energy usually, and friendly guests made up of locals. Sometimes the parking is tough if the lot and block is full, but I've never had an issue finding a spot somewhere and it's worth it. Highly recommended if you're especially in the mood for good and authentic Lebanese cuisine.

Their grilled chicken Caesar wrap is fantastic…read more Crunchy falafel bits and a spicy dressing make it stand out in a city with several very good chicken Caesar wrap choices. Here's how I think the ones I've had stack up.... 1. Mini Kabob. Non traditional dressing but the flavor is well balanced with fresh ingredients and tender chicken thigh meat on a very good tortilla. Slightly pricier than the others but worth it. 2. Ggiata. The best of the more traditional grilled chicken wraps with crunchy croutons inside and an outstanding tortilla. Their traditional Caesar dressing on the side is very good. The Venice location tastes better than the one in Highland Park. 3. Highly Likely (Highland Park). Very good wrap but without any croutons or crunchy elements. Solid tortilla but the dressing on the side isn't as flavorful as the top two. 4. Sweetgreen (Pasadena). Best of the chain restaurants. Good but can be a bit too salty. Their Chicken Cali Club wrap is actually better balanced flavor-wise. The wrap here is smaller but still good. All the above wraps were satisfying and filling with the one from Sweetgreen being the smallest.

My two choices were the Caesar wrap and the lule plate, and the food didn't stand a chance! The…read morewrap was devoured in under two minutes. The flavors hit the spot, and the extra dressing on the side took it to another level. The lule was perfectly seasoned and juicy, and the rice was on point--fluffy and moist. The hummus had the perfect texture as well. Honestly, I can't complain about the food. I was initially going to complain about the price, but after tasting the flavor and quality, I'd say it was worth every penny. Also, shout-out to Armen--very nice guy who brings some seriously positive energy. I'll definitely be back!

As always this place is delish and does not fail. I came in pretty close to closing time and Nick…read morewas patient and kind and still took my order. I ordered the beef shish kebob combo plate with a side of the chicken louleh. Absolutely delicious. I overestimated and thought I coukd finish it all but I still had some left over and will happily eat it in the morning. The meat tastes fresh, not over seasoned, and cooked very well. I highly suggest this place to anybody that wants a very filling meal at a reasonable price with an amazing taste. Thanks Nick! I wish your business the very best. Closing time, but I will for sure be back again.

I love coming to original kabob factory. So first of all it's a little take out joint that had a…read morelittle deli and food ordering kiosk, so don't come expecting to eat here. The chicken kabob is outstanding, they really did a great job of balancing flavor and moist tender tasting chicken, it was cooked perfectly 10/10 Next their garlic sauce here is kind of unique in flavor, and I mean if in a good way, I've always enjoyed it. It's a nice change of pace to most middle eastern garlic sauce. I also love the eggplant and the red pepper dip here, goes amazing with their pita bread. Honestly nothing I've had is bad here but those are my favorites. They also have great steak and lamb. The service and hospitality has always been top notch. I highly recommend this spot!

The lamb shawarma was the best thing ive had here! the garlic butter is amazing with the lamb!read more

On Glenoaks there are so many shawarma places to choose from, but this place really stands out in…read morethe crowd! We actually went to another local spot that was closed so we re-routed here because it was the best looking option within 5 minutes of where we were. It's a small, clean shop with a counter to order. It looks like they probably do a lot of take out. They have a nice outdoor patio area. The menu is large with standard shawarma items, but also the flat bread stuff too. We got a lamb shawarma wrap, a chicken shawarma sandwich and a beef bowl along with a couple of lahmajun and a fresh baguette and baklava. Everything was excellent! The lamb was incredible, very tender and flavorful in a nice lavaosh. The chicken had great seasoning and the fresh bread was so good. Both were very large, like almost too much for one person. The bowl had pickles and great flavors. The lahmajun with cheese was my favorite but both were very good. The workers were friendly and helpful. It was our first time so we were asking questions and they were happy to help. We asked for more sauce and a couple things and they were great.

This place looks amazing and brand new for being 37 years old! In restaurant years that's ancient,…read moreso I had to try it out. It's a bright, clean, neutral open space that is beautiful and lends itself well for large groups. It's had a recent renovation that added a full bar and beautiful light fixtures. I'm not much of a drinker so I skipped the bar this time and dove right into some appetizers. Hummus, chiblinkis, and dolma to start along with some bread. They serve healthy portions so I knew we ordered too much food but that's ok we live close and took some home before heading to the game. Next up we had the combo plate that had both beef and chicken and we also ordered the Cornish hen. Both entrees come with half a pot of rice it seemed, along with a tomato and an Anaheim chili that were also charred to perfection like the meat. The meats were lovely, perfectly seasonad and kissed by fire, making them juicy and tasty. This is a hearty meal that won't leave you hungry and defies expectations. It's a kebab but it's more, simple, yummy and grilled just right. We ordered one of their alternative rice dishes which had barberries (cherries) it's different but it works! Service was good not great but the meal more than made up for it being a bit sluggish. They have parking along the side of the building which isn't enough but I think you can probably park along the street too.

This was our favorite Armenian/Persian food spot when we lived in Burbank. Came back after 2 years…read moreand was surprised to see the renovation! Not only is the inside seating completely upgraded, they also refined their flavors and seasoning. Our group of six got 2 ribs, 2 chicken, and 2 beef koobideh, Persian salad, hummus and eggplant dip. The food was all amazing. Everyone's favorite was the ribs. They are perfectly grilled and seasoned. The Persian salad was also fresh and paired perfectly as a side. Service was very attentive. Love the new vibes at Adana!

I don't work around the corner anymore, so it's been years since I've stopped into Café Bravo…read more The quality and flavor is still the same as it was years ago, and I'm so happy to see that they've withstood the pandemic and still seem to be thriving, which means we're all winners and we have this tasty fare to consume for years to come! The service has always been and continues to be top-tier, and the ambience is very casual, relaxed and inviting.

The gentleman at the front taking orders (I believe he has a beard) really needs to pay attention…read moreto his hygiene and keep his fingernails trimmed. His nails were extremely long, and I honestly found it very off-putting to see someone handling customers' food with nails like that. It's simply not sanitary or appetizing. As for the food, it was just OK. My wrap was falling apart, and I'm not sure why there was a single piece of broccoli randomly thrown into it. They should also reconsider the type of lettuce or salad mix they're using in their wraps because it really wasn't appealing. Overall, nothing about the experience made me want to return. The food was average, and the hygiene concerns definitely didn't help. I probably wouldn't go back.

First time here! The dress code seemed pretty casual. We were probably some of the most dressed up…read morepeople there. The drinks were nice and I really liked their cocktails. Food was great overall. My only suggestion would be the fried pelmeni, which were served dry. Coming from the culture, I would've expected them with sour cream or even tkemali on the side. They tasted good but dry on their own. Otherwise, service was great, the ambiance was nice, and everything was priced pretty well. If you're getting one of the more expensive steaks, I'd say the overall price point is pretty comparable to Hillstone restaurants. Definitely a nice spot if you're looking for a modern Armenian/Georgian and Mediterranean fusion experience.

Wow!! What an amazing place, nice ambiance, delicious food, great service!! I'm going back again…read moreThe cleanliness the decor was amazing. I had the tomato omelette, it was to die for. I will try something else next time I go. Their menu is exquisite. You will thank me later

A pleasant surprise. I dove in short on time and needing a bite before a movie…read more Tara was my server and she truly took care of me. They have some system where a support person finds out what you ordered seconds after you order it. It's super cool when something appears seconds after you ask for it or someone knows what you requested immediately. I got a simple falafel wrap and it was delish, ditto for the lemonade. The space is simple but the lighting works and the menu seems to be healthy-aware. Will definitely keep this spot in mind should I be in the area again.

I stumbled on this place because I started out elsewhere and no one came out of the kitchen (and…read morethey'd been open for 20+ mins). Saw Salt & Olive when I left and decided to give this place a try. I'm so glad I did! Friendly waitress sat me almost as soon as I walked up and received a greeting and a friendly smile. I had a few menu questions and she was helpful and made a recommendation based on my questions. I totally forgot the name of what I ordered, but it was warm pitas with tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese. I LOVE that they served it with warm pitas, I don't know why not everyone does that. My dish was a simple one, but it's exactly what I wanted and made me super happy. I only ordered water, but it did look like they had a full bar. The place is cute and comfortable. I enjoyed my lunch and suggest you should visit this place! Thank you for reading my review!