Great service, great food, great location (finding free parking in Hollywood can be challenging)! A very cute little restaurant in a strip mall but honestly - worth it. read more

Every bite of chicken was juicy even the last!! I got the marinated chicken thigh lunch. It came with rice or salad. I opted for the Greek Salad. ($20) Complimentary pita and butter served at the table. Extremely nice people who do the service. Plenty of parking and seating at 11:30 am on a Wednesday. Pretty new establishment quaint, clean and bright. I was considering CAVA but happy to check this spot out. It is pricer though. read more

I've had a lot of Persian food, homemade and at restaurant's and this place is the best of both worlds! The meat was so tender and juicy which is rare for restaurants because they are cooking large volumes and at fast rate. The service was exceptional, owners were friendly and constantly checking on guest and watching them greet the regulars was lovely to witness. The space is not huge but super clean and sleek, tone down Mediterranean vibes. I'll definitely be back! read more

Vala Kitchen - Family style: soltani and chicken - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Warm and hospitable service, and possibly the most unbelievably juicy and flavorful chicken thigh kebab in LA.

Called an order in and was ready for pickup in 15 minutes! As always the servers are gracious and patient, you can really feel their love for their business, culture, and food. Their eggplant is impossibly tender while savory and sour, and the cherry rice is always the perfect accompaniment to the richness of the koobideh. read more

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I love this place. The food is amazing. The owners are incredibly nice. It's like walking into a family dinner. - easy parking - beautiful atmosphere Just be careful the food is addictive :) read more

We ordered delivery from Vala Kitchen & omg!! Amazing!! The Ghorman Sabzi was one of the best I've had! Every one was loving the chicken & beef koobideh. Definitely a must try! read more

Sam and his cousin are the owners and are incredibly kind and helpful. We were 20 people, they accommodated us rapidly and efficiently. The food was top quality and they served our group at the same time. Attentive to details at all times. The ambiance was very cozy and everyone enjoyed their evening. read more

This was my first time at Vala Kitchen, and wow! I was blown away! I ordered the Kabab Torsh and the Beef Soltani, and I can honestly say it was the best kabab I've had in the United States, no exaggeration. Every bite was flavorful, juicy, and perfectly cooked. The service was just as impressive as the food. Every staff member was polite, attentive, and professional. Special thanks to Mr. Mo and Mr. Sam for making the experience even better, both are incredibly polite and welcoming. I truly enjoyed everything about my visit and will definitely be coming back. I also plan to order from here for our work meetings from now on. Great job, keep up the amazing work! read more

Vala Kitchen - Kabab Torsh & Soltani - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We had an absolutely wonderful dinner at Vala Kitchen tonight. After a long drive from the Bay Area, this was exactly the experience we needed. The koobideh was truly a 10/10 ! perfectly seasoned, juicy, and beautifully grilled. The kabab torsh was equally outstanding, with a rich and balanced flavor that really stood out. The atmosphere was warm, modern, and inviting, and the entire staff was attentive and welcoming. A special thank you to Sam for the excellent service , he was kind, professional, and made sure everything was perfect for us. His hospitality truly elevated our experience. read more

The service is amazing! The hosts are so polite and friendly! I just ordered my food and haven't started eating but the environment is very good and I wanted to write my review ASAP! :))) Update: The food was amazing!!! I ordered Kabob Torsh and the meat was sooo soft and juicy. It was by far the best Kabob Torsh that I ever had. I'll definitely go there for the Kabob again! read more

Vala Kitchen - Small place but pretty decoration! - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I come here with my Persian fiancé and OMG this lamd Shank THE BEST, we came from Bay Area where we pretty often going to Persian restaurants, but this one.. this lamd shank number 1!!! Now his favorite spot. Also stuff very friendly and nice read more

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Just tried their Persian food and it was amazing. The flavors were rich, the meat was tender, and everything tasted fresh. Definitely worth trying! The owners are also very cool and friendly which made the experience even better read more

Amazing Persian food. From the rice to the hummus, the chicken kabob. Everything was perfect and flavorful. My favorite dish had to be the lamb read more

Vala Kitchen - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Definitely a must try place. Good Ambience and the prices are competitive. Ask for the Persian Tea ! read more

Vala Kitchen - Persian Potato Wraps (Samosa) - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The food is very fresh and delicious here!! No complaints about the quality or flavor. My salmon was not fishy and very tasty as was my rice with the barberries. Even my tea was good with the cinnamon and cardamom seed flavor BUT......I would like to give a bit of advice and a few suggestions. They used a garlic sauce that I've never had before in Persian cuisine, they need to use yoghurt with cucumber or shallots instead of this garlic sauce or have the garlic sauce as an option. The ambiance was nice as it was new and clean. Advice: Little extras like more bread, second tea refills will go a long way. This is family owned and operated so I want them to succeed, my advice was stated with support and care! read more

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I found this place through yelp when I needed to find lunch and I am so glad I did!!! This restaurant was amazing, the service was great and the food was even better. The chicken was the juiciest I've ever had, I would recommend this place to anyone!! read more

Vala Kitchen - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Vet staff recommended Vala Kitchen, had the chicken with salad from the lunch menu. It was delicious. I really liked the flavor of the salad dressing- fresh, lemony and just the right balance . Service was great. Would like to come back and try some of the Persian stews . read more

We were conveniently able to make a reservation for 8 online. We had an early reservation so parking was pretty easy. When we arrived our table was ready with comfortable upholstered chairs and an environment that easily allowed conversation. Service was attentive but we never felt rushed. We started with the appetizer platter which was just enough to share and each have a small taste but not ruin our appetite. My husband and I had the Kabab Torsh. The meat is so tender you don't need a knife to cut it. My husband raved about the rice while I had a delicious Greek salad. One of our friends had the Lamb Shank accompanied by a bowl of spiced bouillon. He couldn't stop talking about how good it was. Others enjoyed the chicken shish kebob. There were clean plates all around. We finished with the Pistachio Tiramisu, another melt in your mouth treat. We definitely plan to return to try other items on the menu. This restaurant is competitively priced and a great find in the neighborhood! read more

Came here before a show at the Palladium, and this place absolutely did not disappoint. Service was absolutely amazing and the food was probably one of the best. I still can't believe how juicy the chicken breast was. I would absolutely come here again! Thank you again for the great food, service and experience. You guys are absolutely THE BEST! read more

really good Persian food everything fresh and delicious. I really recommend the place you have vegetarian and non-vegetarian everything is delicious. The bully salad is so good. Persian salad delicious too cucumber yogurt. Thank you for an amazing service. read more

Vala Kitchen - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great food, wonderful ambiance, and excellent service! Our server, Luis, was incredibly kind and provided flawless service. read more

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Bro all I gotta say is small cute restaurant er personable service I think family is all working food didn't take long and oh my gosh best freaking Greek salad I ever had we had the filet mignon shish kabob plate and rolled chicken kabobs plate everything was great my boyfriend orders a drink non alcoholic with cucumber and vinegar it was a surprisingly delicious also and refreshing read more

Vala Kitchen - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Wonderful hidden gem tucked away in an unassuming Western themed little shopping center. Made reservations for dinner before a show. They asked if we didn't mind eating outside in front it was a lovely evening so why not? It was quiet and the servers were very hospitable and friendly quick to assist in anything we needed. . We started with the appetizer platter which is a great place to start since it has hummus, salad, grape leaves and falafels perfect to share. I ordered the filet mignon shish kabobs and my husband ordered the marinated chicken skewers. WOW Both kabobs were amazingly moist and tender. The chicken was exceptionally tender. In fact some of the best chicken I've ever had. The beef was very good as well along with the rice it made a perfect meal. And we shared both plates it was so good. Everything was delicious and fresh! Oh yes and their homemade lemonade was so tasty a must recommend. They don't serve alcohol but I noticed some brought their own wine. Not sure if they have a corkage fee but I will remember when I go back! read more

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Fabulous! Sleek & chic space in the heart of Hollywood...Hollywood could use a delicious Persian spot and boy does Vala deliver! From the moment you walk in, the lovely lady who works there warmly greets you with the biggest smile. The ambiance is cozy meets elegant. The prices are the most affordable Persian dining you will find anywhere in Greater Los Angeles- but most important of all...the food is superb. Best chicken thigh kabob and barberry rice I've had in ages! There are so many overhyped and overpriced Persian restaurants in this town, Vala runs circles around them! They are a hit across the board. Food, service, prices, portions, quality. read more

A hidden gem! Such delicious food. Don't miss the eggplant or the citrusy Cornish hen. Saffron ice cream with pistachio and cardamom, such a great finish to the meal. Owners are beyond warm and friendly. We had a leisurely tasty meal and would definitely come back again. read more

HIGHLY RECOMMEND VALA KITCHEN ! I was told to try vala kitchen by a good friend of mine. I got the vala combo it was a 10/10, if I could give more then 5 stars I most definitely would ! Service is great and food was delicious ! The aesthetic of the restaurant is wonderful with soothing music to great lighting. Vala kitchen is amazing and so is everyone who works here. You need to try a little bit of everything to the appetizers, main meal, and desserts ! read more

We found this spot while walking along Sunset blvd, we stopped in just to grab something small. I'm looking forward to going back because the little amount that we ordered was delicious. I got the lentil soup and the Tabbouleh salad , my date order the Beef. Everything was prepared quickly and the soup was absolutely wonderful. read more

The two men who worked here were very nice and made sure we had everything we needed in a timely manner. Actually, the service was very quick for a sit-down restaurant. One person brought out more water just as we were finishing the first, and we were sitting around the corner where we couldn't be seen from the main restaurant, making it extra impressive. They checked in to make sure everything was good and that we had everything we needed and we're generally just really friendly people. The food was delicious, I especially enjoyed the chicken skewer and the salad that they served. The restaurant looked clean and the decor was appealing to the eye. read more

Vala Kitchen - Persian Stew Gheymeh...the stew is under the fries - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Me and my co workers came in for lunch and the place is so nice! Service was too notch and food was delicious! We had the hummus and Persian iced tea. Highly recommend coming in for a nice, relaxing vibe. read more

Vala Kitchen - Persian iced Persian Tea - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is phenomenal! The food is outstanding, I had the beef koobideh and eggplant dip it was so delicious! Parking is very easy here and the hospitality is 10/10! It's so rare to find good service and Sam was so welcoming and sweet. Will definitely be back! The ambiance inside is also very lovely and well decorated! read more

The service was very friendly and attentive, but the food wasn't as delicious as I expected, especially considering all the glowing reviews. Very small portions. Skimpy bread basket. Food was not hot and flavorful. read more

Best Persian food and ive tried.. EVER!!! The service is top notch and you feel like family walking into the restaurant. I love this place and ambiance. Highly recommend! Thank you Sam!!! -Alex read more

One bite and I felt a piece of my soul return to my body. My tongue has tasted many flavors, but none quite like this establishment! A taste of home in every bite. The cost of the food disappears as you invite each delectable bite into your stomach. Thank you Sam for being such a great host, I felt as if I was having dinner at a close friend's house. This place should not be an option, you MUST eat here. Thank you to the chefs and servers for such an authentically fulfilling experience. Much love! read more

I imagine if I were Persian this is what home might taste like. This is no "peasant food." It's elegant and super delicious but family owned and they mean it like family. When we arrived the Maitre'd told us we were his honored guests. You don't encounter that often and I was skeptical, but, by the end, I believed he meant it. And, to boot, we had a cozy, quiet table in the corner. It's a beautiful space with clean lines, easy on the eye. A place where you can talk with your loved ones about their day while savoring the polo loobia of your dreams (yes, they made even string beans sweet and delicious!) and wondering how even the tea was the best of its kind you ever had. read more

Delicious food and amazing service. Authentic Persian food that is fresh and made with quality ingredients. Also, they have a lot of vegetarian options to try. Olaf is small, reservation is recommended. read more

In a city full of Persian style cuisine, this one truly stands out. They are consistently serving some of the best kabobs in the city. Definitely a hidden gem that everyone should check out. read more

Absolutely amazing Persian food....I have tried so many restaurants all over Los Angeles but this one might take the cake...Amazing customer service and my family loved the food....Will be back very soon, thank you guys! read more

Eating at this restaurant was a wonderful experience! I came from San Diego for a day in LA and knew I wanted to have Persian food. I came across the reviews of Vala on yelp and knew I had to try it! You can tell the owner Moe cares about the quality of the food that comes out of the kitchen! I got the Beef Soltani and subbed the regular basmati for the lubbia rice! The filet mignon was incredibly tender and marinated so well! The koobideh was packed with flavor. Will definitely be back!! read more

Vala Kitchen - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I really loved the food. My partner thought it was okay. So together, it gets 4 stars. Edited: Wish they served wine, and they do!