Found this spot on Yelp and with these ratings, I just had to try it. The place did live up to my…read moreexpectations. We ordered the meat combo plate, which came with beef lula kabob as well as chicken kabob and beef kabob pieces. The plate also came with hummus and because I came with my daughter and she demanded fries, I replaced the included basmati rice for freshly made fries. In addition, we decided to order a side of baba ganoush, which was very flavorful and just so worth it. The meats were outstanding. Both, chicken and beef kabob pieces were nicely marinated, perfectly grilled and delicious. The beef lula kabob really stood out to me and it's one of the better ones I've had in LA -- very juicy, well marinated ground beef and they cooked it so the juices are trapped inside the lula and they only get released after you bite into it. What I got was a perfect bite every time and those delicious beef juices made my taste buds say Yaaaaay and nourished my soul. Overall, a very good meal at a good price and it had my wife and daughter satisfied. The spot is located on a medium-size plaza with many parking spots. The inside is clean and has about 8 tables for dining in. The service was good and friendly. A worthy local place for a quick, delicious Mediterranean food. Will come back again!

The food here is just so good! I've gotten the combination kabob plate with 1/2 shish, 1/2 chicken,…read moreand 1 ground koobideh, and it hasn't disappoint. For $21.99 it's worth getting especially since it comes with saffron rice, salad, pita bread, and a choice of regular hummus or spicy hummus. I chose the latter which isn't too spicy, but still delicious with a hint of smoky heat.

My 2nd time here. 1st was by myself after being recommended by a friend and had to get it to go…read moresince it was the day before New Year's Day and they had to go only. 2nd time (today) was with guests that we are showing around In LA. They are known for their eggplant kebab. It stands out because it's tasty, juicy, and not dry. Their meat is also very juicy. We also were addicted with the sauce that we had to ask for it three times. The restaurant was spacious and had a really nice aesthetic in the bathroom. I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area.

Wow! This restaurant is hopping! I parked in their small lot and when I got out the entire two…read moretables outside stared me down--kids and adults together. Lol I guess I'm an outsider here but that was odd. I came in on a weekday evening and ordered some takeout which was prepared reasonably quickly and the flavors were fantastic! The price is a bit steep but I think the rice was delightful and everything had an excellent flavor. If I were totally budget unconstrained I would love to bring a big group here and really enjoy the full menu. However, if you sit in the restaurant too long you will absolutely be second hand smoking. My eyes were watering after about 10-15 minutes--or perhaps the kebabs made me emotional!

Living in SCV he have to hit the valley to get this kind of food and Zaatar N More is worth the…read moredrive. Dozenlahm ajoun Trying the Zaatar with cheese And a couple muhamara Really good and great quality. The staff is very welcoming and Hassan is super personable. We will be back.

There are places that try too hard. And then there are places like Zaatar N'More -- where flour,…read morefire, and a little bit of salt tell you everything you need to know. We ordered the zaatar and cheese stuffed mannaish-- blistered, golden, perfumed with wild thyme and sesame. It's the kind of bread that makes you shut up for a minute. The zaatar hits first -- earthy, sharp, unapologetically Levantine -- then the molten cheese pulls it together like a band that's been playing the same neighborhood spot for decades. Honest. Direct. No shortcuts. Then the adjaruli kachapuri lands on the table -- a canoe of blistered dough carrying a molten lake of cheese and egg. You tear into it, stir the yolk through the cheese, and suddenly you're participating in something ancient and slightly indecent. The crust has chew and character. The filling is rich without apology. It's comfort food with backbone. But here's the thing -- the soul of the place isn't just in the oven. It's Hasan and his family. They introduced themselves, welcomed us in like we were regulars, and made it clear this isn't just a business -- it's their table. That kind of hospitality can't be faked. It's either there or it isn't. Zaatar N'More is the real deal: generous food, proud hands, no pretense. Five stars. Go hungry. Leave like you've been taken care of

Very extensive menu made it hard to choose! Very friendly…read morestaff helped us choose some really delicious dishes! The hummus was great as was the rest of our meal. Very simple set up with great food! We will be back soon!!!

Food: - Beef kabob wrap: juicy beef with tomatoes and…read morelettuce, wrap tastes like it's made in house - Mini zaatar: made out of thicker bread, good flavoring, not overpowering - Adjarski with scrambled eggs: tasted delicious since I got it fresh out of the oven, on the chewier side with crusty outsides

So, I checked for a healthy restaurant near me on ChatGPT! Lemon Zest was on the top of the most…read morerecommended restaurants. The food was super delicious! The staff were friendly and the service was excellent. This is now one of my favorite restaurants!!! The ambiance was very homey and comfortable.

First time dining at Lemon Zest for dinner on a Saturday night with the family and we had an…read moreamazing dinner experience. Lemon Zest provided both delicious meals and excellent customer service, thanks to Natalie. We dined here on a busy Saturday night. We were seated immediately and didn't have to wait long to be seated. Our order consisted of 3 Combo # 1 with half rice and half salad, Chicken Lule Kabob with all garden salad, truffle Parmesan fries, Beef Kabob and Combo # 2 with half rice and half garden salad. Natalie also noted the fact that one of our family member has a peanut and tree nut allergy. We love dining at restaurants that accommodate people with peanut and tree nut food allergies. We have added Lemon Zest to our favorite restaurant list as we know Lemon Zest caters to families with food allergies. We also have shared and told our family and friends about Lemon Zest. The portions of their meals are plentiful and more than enough. The kabobs chicken and beef were all so tender and flavorful. The chicken and beef were not overcooked. The basmati rice was also cooked perfectly. We can't wait to come back to Lemon Zest and try other food items on their menu.

Love this place. The food is great!!!!!!!!! Highly recommended the chicken kabab is amazingread more

Been to Sadaf several times, and every time, it is excellent. Ambiance is beautiful and clean…read more Food - I think their chicken kabob is the best I've had in LA. It is better than their beef koobideh and barg, though those are still good. I have had better beef koobideh at other restaurants like Raffis or Shekarchi. Their bread is so fresh and is an elevated experience compared to the usual lavash bread that restaurants give. My friends had the salmon and they really liked it. The maast o khiar is really good too. The service is excellent - all the food came out quickly and the servers were nice. I will say I am Persian (and look very obviously so) and for some reason one lady only looked at/spoke to my husband and not me. I would say it's 4.5 stars because I was put off by this. Parking is tough right next to the restaurant but can be found metered down the street if you don't want to valet. We were a party of 4 at 7pm on a Saturday night and were seated right away at a booth.

Second time I didnt get my sauce with my order as i requested. So disappointed the food is good…read morethough

This place has been here for a very long time. I used to come here often, but then I stopped, but…read moreI only stopped because it's just not really on my radar of places to go to eat, as it just blends away into the valley with so many other dining offerings. The staff is always amazing and attentive here. I've never left here feeling the same as when I came in, instead, I am always leaving here happier, that's what good service is about! Anyway, give them a try. It is definitely worth it. Great service, great food. Always clean and fast.

What a fantastic place! No frills, but so delicious! The chicken soup is next level! The chicken…read morechunk kabob is juicy and only white meat. Highly Recommend their hummus is the perfect consistency - yummmm!

Good, hefty wraps. We tried the garlic chicken and the gyro meat (not pictured). I was very charmed…read moreby the owner who was so sweet and gifted us rice pudding to go. I enjoyed both wraps. For next time, I'll order a side of sauce. The wraps were saucy but it seemed to kind of pool toward the bottom and you can never have enough sauce :) This place has a small lot and a few tables inside.

Ordered the beef kabob catering package and it was excellent! The kabobs were juicy and full of…read moreflavor, and there was so much food! Great value for the price. We'll definitely order again. Thanks to Kevin for assisting with my order!

Reasonable price and good quality of food! I will go back to reorder again. It's good for catering…read moretoo.

Food is delicious and freshly made! The manager and staffs are all very nice. We are glad we tried…read more They have complementary valet behind the building.

So where do I even start with this place…read more.. I first saw Ara's Shawarma on TikTok. The owner was posting videos claiming it's the best viral crispy shawarma. I'm not gonna lie--I was skeptical. It didn't look that crazy compared to other spots, and the videos felt a little awkward. It just didn't fully sell me at first. I actually DM'd him kind of joking around, half messing with him but also lowkey trying to offer some marketing help or pointers. I honestly thought he might get defensive, especially since he's young--but instead, he asked to hop on a call. That call completely changed my perception. The guy is calm, humble, and genuinely kind. No ego, no attitude--he was just open to feedback and wanted to improve. That alone made me respect him and the business way more. You can tell he really cares about what he's building. Now the food... I tried it for the first time today. Got 3 beef shawarmas since that's what everyone says to get. Only downside--they didn't have tahini, which in my opinion is a must for beef shawarma. They offer pomegranate molasses instead, which I personally don't think goes with it. But let me tell you... I devoured two and gave one to my girl. No exaggeration--this is probably the best beef shawarma I've had in a long time. And I LOVE shawarma. I even have my own recipe at home, and this beat mine by a mile. The meat was soft and tender (but not mushy), super juicy--to the point you honestly don't even need sauce. That's rare. Most places mess it up by being dry. Flavor was on point, super aromatic, just overall done right. I'd give it a 9.7/10--only because no tahini, which I had to make myself. But for $13, you're getting legit quality. Also worth mentioning--the service was great. The guy at the register (didn't catch his name) was super kind and helpful. When your food's ready, they bring it out and actually remember what sauces and stuff you needed. Little things like that matter. Overall--don't sleep on this place. A lot of people talking trash on TikTok are just hating or don't really know shawarma. I almost let that sway me, but I'm glad I tried it myself. Spot is spacious, right on Ventura, tons of street parking and I think there's parking in the back too. Next time I'm trying the chicken--I'll update when I do.