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Sidewalk Grill

4.3 (1.3k reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
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Moderate noise
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Good for groups

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Darian E.

Sidewalk is a local cafe on Vermont offering a variety of excellent lunch options at an elevated prices. While ostensibly a Mediterranean restaurant, Sidewalk offers a variety of eclectic options worth a look. I came with three work colleagues for a Tuesday lunch. A little tired of Mediterranean, I ordered the BBQ Chicken Wrap ($21) with a side Tomato Soup and Mixed Green salad. I was struck by how delicious everything was. The Tomato Soup was fresh, tangy, light, and with a little kick of spice. The salad was fresh with a great dressing. The BBQ Chicken Wrap was delicious and well balanced with tangy barbecue chicken, soft beans and corn, and fresh vegetables. All three components were top notch, and left an excellent impression. The staff was nice and explained the menu. The ambiance was clean and seating breezy. You order from the front, and they deliver to your table. Prices, as stated above, are a little steep, but suddenly become reasonable when you sizing up the quality of the food and proportions. While a little imposing on the wallet, the strength of Sidewalk's menu deserves nothing short of 5/5 stars. Sidewalk Cafe, I will be back. Food: 5/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Value: 4/5

Judy T.

Was happy to see they offered dark meat kabobs, that's exactly what I was craving. Breast meat is often too dry for my taste. The chicken was moist and flavorful. They offer lots of sides that looked great. I would skip the roasted potatoes - they were fairly bland and undercooked - or request them cooked well done. The rice and Greek salad were good too. They have a nice big menu, generous portions and kind service. It was a very large portion of chicken. The garlic sauce (which I usually love everywhere I get it) was a bit on the chalky side for me, not sure how they managed that. They could give a bit more pita with this plate. It's a really cute and clean shop with a sweet patio.

P 7. Ground Sirloin Tzatziki Babaganoush Plate
Ellie R.

Came in on a Tuesday night and ordered a $24 plate to be split between two people. Koobideh was made to order and took a while, but was high quality and very juicy. The rest of the meal was solid, rice came in a big portion but everything else was a bit small. The patio was a great place to have all to ourself and people watch. Overall a solid experience!

4. Filet Mignon Skewer
Rickey K.

Sometimes all you want is good decent food and a comforting place, Sidewalk is this for me whenever I'm in the hood. Stepped in last night and the place was empty most likely due to the excessive rain as online couriers were bustling about. Sat down and enjoyed their lentil soup which was hot and hearty. Their filet skewer plate was so good with the hummus and garlic butter paste. Great friendly service and really nice interior to sit down and enjoy a meal for one. Thank you again!

Patio is open.
Karen H.

Quality has unfortunately gone downhill here. I used to order and eat lunch from Sidewalk Grill very often, but I've been consistently let down lately. The biggest issue for me is the salads. The greens taste very low quality, with huge rough leaves that feel cheap and almost pre-made, like they just grill the protein and throw it on top. Their Mediterranean salad used to be my favorite, and there were times I ordered it almost every day, but the quality got bad enough that I stopped. I still like their chicken rice plate, and I usually get it with a Greek salad and hummus on the side, so I do still come back once in a while. But now it feels more like fast food than the fresh Mediterranean spot it used to be. Ambiance-wise, it's nice to sit outside on a sunny day, but there's really no vibe here--it feels like a quick in-and-out spot where people eat fast and leave. The outdoor seating is a plus, but there's no real customer service to speak of. I'm being generous with 3 stars.

The food was delicious
C C.

Everything was amazing the vibe is good and the food is amazing yummy. Services are very good

Joe C.

Sidewalk Grill was just okay for me. I ordered the koobideh and it was honestly pretty mediocre. Comparing it to Raffi's, which is my favorite Mediterranean spot, this one fell short in flavor. The rice was also just meh and did not stand out at all. The potatoes and garlic sauce were great, but those are also hard to mess up. Service was good and friendly, which I appreciated. Overall I would give it about a six or seven out of ten. It was fine, but nothing memorable. I might try something else if I come back.

Chicken Gyro & Hummus

Everything & everyone & all my food I came upon this place by accident. What a beautiful accident this is. Music is calming a well. I will be back!

Boneless Dark Meat Chicken Kabob Gluten Free
Georgiann E.

Fast casual but the food was really good, great service. Got 2 chicken kabobs plates and ground sirloin with several side humus delicious, garlic yummy, skewers of veggies, Shiraz salad, tabouli tasty baba ghanoush bland. Portion good

Maddy M.

Came to Sidewalk Grill for dinner with my fiancé and had a great experience! We grabbed a paper menu as we walked in and ordered a sirloin plate with hummus and potatoes as sides, then one chicken kabob with no sides (it still came w rice and garlic spread). The service was great and fast; they brought us our food within 10 minutes and it was delicious! Loved the salad dressing and garlic spread. The potatoes were also delicious. Overall, we would definitely come back. Loved the music, there was plenty of seating, and the food/service was perfect.

Salmon wrap
Paris M.

We really enjoyed our tomato soups - delicious ! Both the chicken kabob and salmon wraps were tasty. Next time I think I'll ask for garlic sauce on the salmon for me. Yes, definitely a return trip.

Falafel Wrap with a side of potatoes

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They were really busy. Good order was correct. Food was yummy. Guy was nice and friendly.

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9 months ago

Delicious! I will definitely order from this place again. The chicken kabobs were tender and flavorful, the salad was fresh and tasty.

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Customer service, went there for lunch one day and looks like the cashier guy wasn't having a good day or overwhelmed. Food was okay.

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Very clean and very organised very nice and I liked the way the approached me if I wanted to get seated or take it To go

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I tried the shawarma, but it didn't meet my expectations. The receptionist could have been more welcoming. I hope the service improves.

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We ordered a few dishes of filet minion. meat was not chewable and seems been prepared several days ago. I don't suggest this food at all.

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This isn't a question but a quick note for the owner to correct the phone number on the ordering website. Will you please revise it to include the last two numbers?

Do you serve zabihah halal meat?

I don't think so!

Is there another location?

Hi Laura our sister restaurant is called Sotta and is located in Burbank

Hows the parking situation?

It's a small lot that is usually pretty crowded. That said, there is ample street parking near by.

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Bavel - Baked Alaska

Bavel

4.4(3.1k reviews)
5.4 mi•Arts District, Downtown
•$$$

Bavel had been hyped up to me not only by the population of Los Angeles, but also by my two foodie…read morefriends who said this was their favorite restaurant. I heard Bavel is the sister restaurant to Bestia, so I didn't know what to expect because I thought Bestia was overhyped in the sense that it's good but not "THE best restaurant in LA". I can see why so many people love this restaurant. It is not only creatively distinct from the commonly available Italian, Japanese, or Korea restaurants, it also does a great job at the food. Often times I find myself craving something new, something different, something delicious, and Bavel delivered on those fronts. For the dress code - this is LA. And this place is where people like to have fun, go out, socialize, eat good food. As in, people are coming dressed up here. That being said, certain dishes definitely stood out from the crowd, while others were a bit of a let down. Quail - 9/10 absolutely amazing. I've had quail cooked Vietnamese style and quail cooked french style. Bavel's style of quail had tons of spices that create a nice new flavor I've never had with quail before. Hummus Masabacha - 8/10 - I normally don't like hummus, and I enjoyed this hummus. Hummus Duck Nduja - 8/10 Malawach - 6/10 - The crispy bread is what you expect of crispy bread. The creme fraiche and strawberry zhoug just did not pair well with the egg together with the malawach. I've never had a dish like this before so I don't know how it's supposed to be. Oyster Mushroom Kebab 7/10 - it's okay. We were told it would taste like a steak, which I agree it did have the same season as a steak. It was still oyster mushroom. It was good but not outstanding. Baked Alaska 8/10 - I normally don't like to order ice cream for dessert, but this baked alaska was delicious and a creative twist on the baked alaska. I enjoyed every bite. I'd love to go back to try other dishes. I would get the quail again and skip the other dishes so I can new dishes. I would recommend the baked alaska for those who have not had it before.

Finally made the reservation to the LA restaurant that has been recommended everywhere on my social…read moremedia. Reservation was pretty easy to make. We went on a Sunday at 5.15pm and was seated by the chef counter area. It was only 2 of us so I wanted to make sure we ordered enough food but not too too much. Reading through the reviews, I ended up ordering the hummus duck nduja, oyster mushroom kebab, grilled prawn, and the lamb neck shawarma. First of all this restaurant seems more on the fancier side, but I appreciate that the vibe is still pretty casual and not pretentious. Even when serving the dishes, the server told us that some dishes are recommended to be enjoyed by hands. I really enjoyed the service. They served the plates in a pretty good pace, so I had plenty of time to enjoy each of them. First was the hummus duck nduja that was served with 2 bread that were freshly made. The bread was so fluffy and it went really well with the hummus. Very good appetizer. Second was the mushroom kebab. This might be my favorite plate of all. It really tasted like something else other than mushroom. It's that good. It has nice texture and flavor. Third was the grilled prawn and this one was recommended to be enjoyed by hands. It can be quite messy, but oh man it's so flavorful. I kinda wish it came with rice haha cos it's pretty rich. Very yummy. The cucumber salad that came with it was refreshing as well. The last but not least was the lamb neck shawarma. It's so so good and falls off the bone. My bf said this was his favorite. It came with bread, although again I kinda wish it came with rice! Haha but that's just cos I'm more of a rice girly. I was already full so we take it to go. Everything was so delicious and service was great. Definitely will come back again to try other dishes. Parking was difficult so we ended up using vallet for $15. Edit to add: we just enjoyed the leftover lamb the night after, and OMG it's soooooo good! I didn't do justice on my review at the restaurant cos I was already full by the time they served the lamb. Will definitely be dreaming of that lamb now..

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Bavel - Interior

Interior

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Oyster mushroom kabob

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Raffi's Place - Chicken Soltani

Raffi's Place

4.4(7.5k reviews)
3.8 mi
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Hands down, the BEST Persian restaurant!!…read more Everything about this place is absolutely AMAZING!!! The food is top tier, incredibly fresh, flavorful, and seriously mouthwatering! Every bite is perfection! The service is outstanding, and even when the restaurant is packed, the food comes out at a great pace! The atmosphere, the vibes, the energy, everything is just beyond!!! And let's talk about the TAHDIG! Hands down the BEST tahdig you will ever have!!! Crispy, delicious, and absolutely unforgettable! From the food to the service to the overall experience, this place checks every single box! Can't recommend it enough, and I already can't wait to come back!

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.

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Raffi's Place - Hommus, Beef Soltani Kabob, Chicken Soltani Kabob, White Fish Kabob, Plain Yogurt

Hommus, Beef Soltani Kabob, Chicken Soltani Kabob, White Fish Kabob, Plain Yogurt

Raffi's Place - Hummus and Pita Bread

Hummus and Pita Bread

Raffi's Place - Chicken Soltani Kabob

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Open Sesame - Chicken Tawook plate. So good!

Open Sesame

4.2(1.1k reviews)
3.9 mi•Fairfax
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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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Open Sesame - Dining room

Dining room

Open Sesame - Chicken Tawook

Chicken Tawook

Open Sesame - Chicken Tawook

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Mizlala West Adams - pargiyot chicken

Mizlala West Adams

4.4(931 reviews)
6.3 mi•West Adams
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Came to eat at the actual restaurant for the first time since I'd always been ordering via delivery…read moreapps. Food with delivery has been great, but in-person was even better! Parking can be a little tough since they don't have their own parking. I was able to find a spot two blocks away so it wasn't too bad. Got their kefta plate which comes with salad, ground lamb and beef, roasted chillis, and tahina as my main. Everything was great, chillis had a good juicy kick. You get to choose a side and a sauce, I went with their garlic sauce which was a bit heavy for my liking. Their sides were amazing. We ordered their oyster mushrooms which were juicy and flavorful. Love the sauce that came under the mushrooms. Their crispy broccoli was also really good. We had some leftovers and air frying these was such a great move. Would recommend mizlala to anyone and everyone!

I've come here several times for lunch and always enjoy it when I'm looking for something fresh and…read morecasual. The patio is a cute little oasis in west Adams (but certainly toasty during a heat wave so keep that in mind). The salmon plate is my go-to and it's so much food - great value for the price. I love that you get the option to choose your sauce and a pickle and the charred lemon is a small but great addition. I've had better pita elsewhere, but theirs does the trick for dipping in their fresh dips and I've never left here unsatisfied. Some mention parking is hard but I've never had too much trouble after searching for a couple minutes on the side streets. Will absolutely keep this place is my rotation for weekend lunches.

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Mizlala West Adams - The kitchen kats

The kitchen kats

Mizlala West Adams - Chicken plate

Chicken plate

Mizlala West Adams

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