Ok, here we go. Five stars. Because sometimes you find food…read morefit for royalty in a greasy spoon while Hollywood Boulevard completely loses its fucking mind. My wife and I have been hunting for shawarma that could hold a candle to what we know from the Midwest. We've kissed a lot of shawarma frogs along the way. My wife is the real authority here. She's got the palate for Lebanese food, and when it comes to authentic flavors, she's not easily impressed. So imagine our surprise when wandering down Hollywood Boulevard late one evening, we caught a smell so intoxicating we just followed it through the front door. And sweet baby Jesus, did our noses know what the fuck they were doing. Welcome to Dubai Sauce. Now, let's establish something immediately. This isn't some fancy restaurant with white tablecloths, mood lighting, and a waiter explaining the emotional journey of your lamb. It's a little glass-fronted establishment on Hollywood Boulevard. And apparently, somebody back there knows exactly what the hell they're doing. My wife ordered the chicken shawarma, with that glorious garlic sauce known as toum, and that was it. The flavors, the bread, the sauce, everything she'd been searching for. She took a bite and essentially declared, "This is it." I believe I ordered something with lamb, because if there's lamb on a menu, there's a good chance I'm ordering it. And honey, that lamb was good. The bread? Wonderful. The meat? Delicious. The entire meal? Absolutely fucking glorious. We ate damn near every last bite. But here's where this particular dining experience becomes something truly special. Some restaurants offer dinner and a show. Dubai Sauce offers dinner fit for a king while Hollywood Boulevard provides the kind of live entertainment nobody in their right mind would pay admission to see. I'm talking people getting arrested, pedestrians conducting their most private biological business in full public view, and the general magnificent dysfunction that apparently comes complimentary with dinner on Hollywood Boulevard. There we sat, enjoying what felt like a king-level feast, while the world outside descended into chaos. And somehow, it was perfect. But something happened inside the restaurant that I remember just as clearly as the food. A woman came in carrying a suitcase containing what appeared to be her worldly possessions. She sat down around the same time we did, just as the restaurant was preparing to close. One of the gentlemen working there approached her and politely explained they were closing. She wasn't particularly interested in leaving. And rather than escalate the situation, he did something genuinely touching. He gathered up some food, offered it to her, and asked whether she could please enjoy it outside so they could finish closing. And she did. No grand performance, no self-congratulation, just a man trying to close his restaurant while still finding a way to show another human being some kindness. That, my friends, is character. Now was the atmosphere refined? Abso-fucking-lutely not. Was the neighborhood providing a level of entertainment that might make a first-time visitor question their life choices? Without question. But was the food worth every second of it? You bet your ass it was. My wife, who knows her Lebanese food, declared it one of the best meals she'd had in a very long time, and I wholeheartedly agree. Dubai Sauce gave us exactly what we'd been looking for: wonderful shawarma, fantastic lamb, delicious bread, and garlic sauce that finally scratched that Midwest-sized itch. And somewhere between the incredible food, the madness outside, and the small act of kindness we witnessed inside, this little restaurant earned a permanent place in our culinary memories. Five stars. For the shawarma, for the lamb, for the toum. For the hardworking Aunties behind the counter, and for reminding us that some of the best meals you'll ever eat come from places that aren't trying to impress anybody, they're just busy making really fucking good food. Dubai Sauce, you've got the meat, you've got the garlic, and you've got the patience of fucking saints. Hollywood Boulevard can keep its stars on the sidewalk. We found five of them inside.

The Good: - The lamb kebabs took me back to the time I was…read moreon my Iraq deployments, where we got fresh lamb kebabs made to order. - Everything was fresh and made right when you ordered it - The rice that they serve with the kebab meal had amazing flavor - The hummus was very smooth and creamy - They're hot sauce that they serve was amazing and tasted very good - The place was good enough for Middle Eastern folks to be eating there so that told me right when I walked in that the food was going to be amazing The Bad: - I truly hate going to LA but next time I go visit the Pantages theater we will be stopping here. The Ugly: - The pita was a little dry and did not bend easily. It was kind of like a Greek pita with a pocket but very dry. - Didn't really like the fast food ambience.

Food was great and prices were great too. The owner is super cool and kind. Highly recommend. My gf…read moredoesn't like hotdogs but even she thought the hot dogs here were really good and the kebab plate was one of the best I've had.

One of my favorite places to go! I definitely recommend this place. Not only do they have amazing…read morehospitality and service, but they truly care about making sure you are satisfied with your meal. They really take care of you, and that is one of the things that keeps us coming back. The ambience is amazing, the people are wonderful, and the service is excellent. We will definitely be back!

I really liked the food that I ordered, I would definitely recommend this restaurant. Thank you!…read moreAnd the delivery was amazing.

This location is next door to the nail shop that I have gone to for the last couple years and I…read morehave always been intrigued. During my last nail appointment, I finally decided to place an order for pickup via Doordash (DD). They didn't submit that the food was ready via the app so I just assumed and was correct. As soon as I entered, the food was ready in a paper bag. The bag was a little greasy when picking it up and saturated when I got home, but that's what I am used to with Indian food. I ordered the Lamb Curry lunch special, extra cheese naan and DD had a buy one get one for samosas. I got lamb. I felt the portions was good for the amount. In the photo, you can see large chunks of lamb. The curry was good even though the lamb was a bit tough. The cheese naan......MAN! It was delicious. I was eating it throughout the day, even though I was full. Apparently the lunch special came with regular naan (Didn't mention this on their site or DD), so I had a lot of naan left over. It also came with a mixed veggie curry. Veggies tasted like they were out of the can and the curry sauce was flavorless. The samosas were a nice size and crispy, even after the drive home, but again, flavorless. Overall, 2 out of the 4 items...Yummy!

My friends wanted to try this place before watching a show at the Pantages and we're so glad we…read moredid! It's a small little spot right along the Hollywood Walk of Fame with a simple menu that makes ordering quick and easy. I ordered the 6-inch chicken shawarma wrap with garlic sauce, and it was absolutely delicious. The food came out fast, everything tasted fresh, and sometimes simple food really is the best. This is the perfect spot for a quick bite before a musical. We'll definitely be back!

Honestly I feel like the best possible review of this place would come from a dancer at Deja Vu…read morenext door, and sadly I am not that person. I did this as a pickup run with the spot right next door, Brot. And honestly... I liked Brot more. This place has always been weird to me because I walk past it almost daily. Sometimes it's kinda busy, and sometimes it's literally just four dudes standing outside smoking cigarettes. There's never really an in-between. They also keep adding more sidewalk tables which makes it feel like they're expecting a crowd that never fully arrives. This is definitely more street-food energy than restaurant energy. You're basically eating with your hands outside on Hollywood Blvd and there's nowhere to wash up beforehand, which honestly matters less if you're doing takeout anyway. I also kinda wonder if the neighboring spots share stuff with each other because some things looked suspiciously similar. The fries looked basically identical between here and Brot, so who knows. That said, the food was still hot by the time I got home, which already puts it above a lot of pickup spots around here. But yeah... overall I still liked Brot more.

I gotta say, the staff here was super friendly and made me feel welcomed as soon as I walked in…read more Everything was a 10/10 from the service to the food! The food was fresh, flavorful, and tasted amazing. Definitely gotta tip my hat to the chef! ‍ If you're in the area, I'd definitely recommend stopping by and giving this spot a try. I'll definitely be back!

Wow! The food is really one of a kind, and the service is 10/10. The owner will recommend the…read more"chicken tandoori" and it's truly worth it!

I highly recommend this lovely place. The food is healthy…read moreand tasty. I told the chef that he is a master in using his spices and condiments. Their baklava is addictive. One of my favorite restaurants in LA

Great service and very friendly staff. We were a big group and they were very accommodating. The…read morefood is really good and not overpriced. I would highly recommend coming here. Their chicken shawerma is best I've tasted in a while.

This place is very good. It's located in a micro food hall. I recommend getting jalapeños in your…read moreburger and banana peppers on your smash fries! Service is kind.

Not sure what the parking is like as I was taking a walk and stumbled upon this spot…read more Well. I will not be stumbling here anymore as I will simply be making a effing beeline straight here cause I will be returning over and over again. The options are pretty impressive. I originally saw the Smashburger sign. Caught my eye enough to backtrack and enter the building. The restaurant itself is located on the ground floor of some building. So I walk in and as I'm looking to order a burger - I see they also serve Poke Bowls. Now, you're asking HTF am I being distracted by RAW FISH when I was ogling a smashburger? It is this simple...whenever, if ever, you are in an establishment / eatery whose major source of protein sales is RAW FISH and you can't smell ANY FISH SMELLS - you will be a fool to not trust it will be incredibly fresh! So, I pivoted to the POKE side. WHAT!? You friggin kidding me? Talk about FRESH!! Talk about TASTY!! I have seen the bowls at Bristol Farms and Ralph's, even Costco (sushi) and I have never trusted. I'm super cautious. HERE there is nothing to have caution about. I'm guessing there are some 50+ items to pipe onto your bowl. When I got it...I just knew it was going to be awesome! Couldn't be happier. So, I'll be returning and bringing others along. What a great meal!! Make this a regular spot folks. You won't regret it.

Stopped by recently for the first time in years and it was as amazing as ever. My go-to order is…read moreonion bhaji, cheese naan, and saag mushroom. Will most likely always order those since they are just so exceptionally delicious. And the service was fantastic. Everyone was so kind. It's a pretty small place but they have a couple outdoor tables which is nice too. Can't wait to go back.

I liked it. Came in for lunch with some friends while we were hanging out in Weho. Inside is bright…read morewith a few tables. There's also a few tables outside for additional seating. It's best for couples or small groups. The food is great. We liked the lamb biryani, chicken tikka masala, and shrimp tandoori. The lamb in the biryani was nice and tender. And the shrimp tandoori came out sizzling hot. My friends wanted mild spice but I would go to medium for my own taste. Would definitely come back to try more. Service was good. Friendly staff. No restroom though. There's street meter parking or pay structures within a block or two.