Today was my first time dining at Casablanca Moroccan Kitchens but it definitely will not be my…read morelast. This restaurant is a quaint establishment which to be completely honest, made me feel like I transported back to all the wonderful times I spent in Morocco. The ambiance was very familiar to me, from the decor, to the glassware used, everything felt very authentic. My friend and I started with some bread and three wonderful salads. Next, was the seafood and chicken pastillas, both equally delicious. Afterwards, was our main course, the honey almond lamb. One of the best lamb dishes I've ever had in my entire life! Although we were full after the lamb, I insisted on getting dessert and tea to finish our meal, and I'm so glad I did. The cookies were superb and paired perfectly with the Moroccan tea. The owner was kind and made my friend and I feel at home in her restaurant. She often checked on us, making sure we were satisfied, while at the same time being personable. We enjoyed the stories she shared, which elevated our dining experience. Thank you Casablanca Moroccan Kitchens for a wonderful meal today! You have made two new fans of your restaurant, and I am excited to dine with you again soon.

We really enjoyed this place! The owner was super welcoming, and the atmosphere was lovely…read more Beautiful decor, lots of greenery, and really comfortable seating. The food was fantastic! The bread came out fresh and hot, the zaalouk was absolutely delicious, and the lamb tagine was just incredible. The meat was so tender it practically fell off the bone. We also tried the chicken pastilla. Not really my thing, but definitely interesting and worth trying at least once. The only disappointment was the opening time. Apple Maps said noon, but when we arrived at 12:10, the place was still closed. They eventually opened around 12:35. Other than that, we had a great time and would happily come back!

This restaurant has been around for at least 30 years. The experience starts when you walk through…read morehanging beads. The decor whisks you off to a Tunisian/Moroccan atmosphere. There are multiple rooms with low to the ground couches and lots of pillows. You start with a hand wash and are then handed a bath towel as your napkin. This begins a very unique dining experience. The food is Tunisian. and absolutely outstanding. Most of the meal is eaten with fingers and a special bread. There are unusual salads with wonderful unexpected flavors. There is brik, a hard-shelled potato with egg that is so good. A pastry filled with chicken and cinnamon is just wonderful. We had as our main course a mouth-watering chicken with almond that just falls off the bone it is so tender and juicy. Dessert is baklava or an almond cake and mint and honey tea that is poured 3 feet above a tiny glass and never a dropped missed. There are a variety of set menus that the whole table needs to agree upon. But you can order some extras if there is something you really want from one of their menu choices. I am not a meat-eater, but others in the party were, so we ordered extra beef brochettes. There is no way to eat everything that is brought although you wish you could. The good thing is you can take leftovers home and enjoy the meal a second night. There is lovely belly dancing to enhance the evening. The service is good and you do not feel rushed. The prices are incredible. Amazing value for the food you are receiving. I don't think they have raised their prices in years. The restaurant is on Sunset at Gower, but very hard to see from Sunset. Just east of Gower is a small driveway you need to go in to see the Moun of Tunis

This is a very well decorated spot, with colorful cultural themes. The servers are nice and serve…read morethe food at a relaxing pace to allow the full experience to be enjoyed. The food is really good. They have a salad which is portioned with minced carrots and rose water. As strange as that sounds, it was very unique and amazing. The population here can be hit or miss. But if you go and your the only ones there do not be alarmed, you will have a good time. Great place to have big celebrations.

Everything was incredible Lamb chops were so good…read more Chicken bastelle was pretty sweet with sugar Chicken tagine and veggie tagine were so good Veggie eggplant dip with pita is so good Salmon was so good Chocolate soup was so good Baklava was so good

We wanted to try something different so why not Moroccan food…read more We went on a Sunday night and I would actually recommend that because we had no problems with parking and the place was not crowded. The inside is quite small so I can see it getting quite crowded at max capacity. We opted for the dine LA menu which included 3 courses. First course was the grilled shrimp which was quite good. Spices were complex but not overpowering. I tried the chicken bastilla as well which I actually enjoyed a lot. Next I tried the lemon chicken. My issue with the chicken was that it wasn't just the breast. But that's a personal preference. Otherwise great dish, the lemon flavor is not overpowering, actually subtle. For dessert we tried the baklava which reminded me of the one we make at home. Also recommend trying their tea, very good and a perfect way to end the meal.

Went to Carmel for my brother's birthday and had a great experience. We were seated almost…read moreimmediately thanks to our reservation, though the restaurant was packed even on a weekday during early dinner. Everything our server recommended was absolutely delicious. The raw fish appetizers were the highlight, and I still can't stop thinking about them. The tartare was definitely pricey for just a couple of bites, but I have to admit they were some of the best bites of tartare I've had in a long time. The service was attentive overall, although I would have appreciated a bit more guidance through the menu considering the price point. That said, the food really speaks for itself. Carmel offers a unique menu that stands out from the usual dining experience, and I'd happily come back!

The grilled peach burrata & the gluten free vodka pasta were some of the best dishes I've had in…read moreLA. The gluten free pasta I still think about, people at our table who weren't even gluten free liked that version better than the regular. I've been a few times, and the cocktails are just okay to me but that pasta is all I need.

Incredible place just gorgeous treehouse setting, stringed lights everywhere. Such a cool vibe. It…read morewas hopping and we were seated a little late. Manager had two appetizers and a dessert brought on the house! So thoughtful and much appreciated. Madeline was the sweetest friendliest server. She busted her butt to make sure we were happy. Food was incredible- from the lamb hummus to the chicken schnitzel. Also the broccoli and sprouts were delicious. Overall this is an A++

Maggie made our Sunday girls brunch experience so fun! Will be coming back just for herread more

I would give Mazal 6/5 stars if I could!!!…read more This food is phenomenal! The Moroccan carrots and hummus are true true standouts. The mushroom shawarma was also absolutely delicious. Also, I think that was the best pita bread I've ever had, period. We also tried the borekas, and they were perfect little bites to begin. We were celebrating my co-worker/mentee's birthday, and they brought her a yummy birthday dessert as well. And we split a great bottle of wine. Mazal is an unsuspecting beautiful experience. We found street parking but we couldn't find the actual restaurant because I just assumed the building was an apartment building. Once we finally walked through the door, inside is so lovely. I LOVE their bar countertop. We sat outside which has great vibes for summer. Cute lighting, all the works. I want to sincerely thank them for a wonderful birthday dinner for my friend. And for the superior service we received. Very warm and inviting. I can't hype up the service here enough. And we accidentally stayed significantly after closing without realizing it because we were tucked in a corner and lost in our conversation so we didn't even see the time, but we were never rushed out the door (to other diners - please do not be like us, I am so sorry we stayed so late without realizing the restaurant had closed, *yes there was another straggling table next to us who were still there as well so that's why we didn't realize the time*) again, so sorry, and thank you for being so accommodating still!

Popped in on a Saturday night for gals' dinner with a pair of friends. The location is definitely…read morenot where I'd have anticipated finding such a gem, but this place REALLY delivers! The service was top notch - attentive, friendly, & quick - all without being around too much. The potato bourekas were little puffs of heaven. The pita was so beautifully fluffy (I didn't even know it could *be* like that!!!), and the vegan labneh plate is last-meal-on-earth-worthy. I still daydream about it, & it's already been 9 days since my visit!

awesome place! Great food and hookah. thank you Kristina , for the wonderful service!read more

Love this place! Great atmosphere, really good music and probably the best hookah in LA. Always a…read moregood vibe and a great spot to hang out with friends. Special shoutout to Kristina! She's always super friendly, professional and welcoming. She takes great care of us every time we come in and is always a pleasure to deal with. Definitely recommend this place, will be back!

I've only ordered takeout from Mizlala until the other day when I stepped inside to eat. Was really…read morehappy I did. Restaurant is clean, although a little noisy when it got crowded. But never mind that, the food is delicious. I got the chicken plate, which came with a generous amount of food. Meat and onions, a green salad, a cucumber/tomato Jerusalem salad, hummus and a thick pita. So much good. I ate it for two more meals. Service was great too. Our waiter was friendly and easygoing. Def worth a visit.

Oh wow, this restaurant have some amazing and unique Mediterranean food! I love exploring this…read moreregional cuisine, and it's a real delight to try something a little more different than kebabs. The Plate Pargiyot has excellent marinated grilled chicken that is just bursting with delicious flavor! I can't get enough of it! If you prefer a little more heat, the Plate Merguez offers spicy Morrocan lamb sausage that is just as good and packed with flavor. Both dishes also include grilled onions, roasted Anaheim chilies, herb salad, pita, and a choice between Jerusalem salad, harira soup, or what both chose, Mejadra Rice. The rice is quite good but it's not that memorable. Although the layout of the restaurant is long and narrow, it doesn't feel claustrophobic thanks to the light interior and warm lights. Best of all, prices is not too bad! I'm looking forward to coming back here to explore more of the menu!

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..

I love this place. I am going to keep this review very simple: what other restaurant in the US…read moredelivers a consistently excellent braised lamb shank tagine to your doorstep, with your pick from a dozen diverse and authentic Mediterranean / North African side dishes, at 1 in the morning? Marsa is in a very exclusive club, serving a very strange and delectable niche, and their work is very important.

Amazing food, comes from the heart as it hugs your stomach. It's for pick up only, located next to…read morethe gas station's convenience store. The employee was friendly and patient with my questions. I learned Marsa was once a restaurant on Wilshire but closed during the pandemic. I like to judge a Mediterranean place by their babaghanouj, as I love eggplant. They were low on ingredients for some menu items, but with extra time they offered to make me babaghanouj, which was great, slight smoky. Chicken Tajine - Thank you for recommending couscous over rice with my chicken while also giving me a side of rice with diced veggies. The couscous was very small, not pearl-sized. A bite with that, chicken and a roasted vegetable was perfect, so delicious and comforting. It came with on point hummus, a simple but delicious salad, pickled veggies and garlic paste! Their vast menu has kebabs, shawarmas, soups and a long list of appetizers. Some entree prices are high but its for quality, healthy excellence. I have found my new favorite Mediterranean place! Can't wait to come back.