Yup, it's s Balkan cuisine alright, will take you back to the mother land if you wanna lie yo self... Store products are so expensive ( jafa, eurokrem, plazma...) I think it's cheeper to get it shipped from Europe. And, at the end, if you wanna pay top money, eat and still be hungry -- this is the right place for you! Prijatno!!! read more

F*ck me, dem stuffed beef & potater pitas are delicious! Not really pitas, more like a savory crumbly pastry, but don't worry bout that cause it's tasty as heck. Stopped in for a coffee, on account of how I didn't have a chance to have my morning cup and felt a right proper headache coming on. Ended up getting a second pita. I'm waiting for it now, licking my chops. Whoowheee that's good! read more

Shopska salad was fresh and delicious but the Turkish coffee is why I came, I'll return back for both. read more

Aroma Cafe - Shopska Salad "Shopska" Salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This is a cool little cafe/restaurant. I think their clientele are mostly locals. I've been here twice. I liked the food. I would call their menu more Baltic cuisine than Mediterranean, specifically it's like Croatian/Serbian cuisine. Those who like Middle Eastern food will find it familiar but different. I would say it's a like more down-to-earth version of Middle Eastern food with Eastern European ingredients. Give it a try. I liked the Cevapci sandwich. (They spell it differently there, but I'm used to the Croatian pronunciation). read more

Drove from West Covina to try this place out and it was totally worth it. The čevapi are comparable to the ones I've had in Sarajevo and the little market inside has all the goodies that portal you back to Bosnia. read more

Aroma Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The place offers a somewhat strange mix of western Balkan menu items, along with many Mediterranean type of dishes typically found in Greek or Turkish establishments, but not so much western Balkan ones. The food was solid, the portions small and the prices on the high side. Given that the place is on the West Coast, I would expect that the typical Balkan/Central European sweets would be more expensive than average. However, the prices were literally double compared to what I typically see elsewhere in the country. read more

First time and loved it. Had chicken kebab with some kefir. But I'm really looking forward to trying the sandwiches, anything with Philo dough, the stuffed cabbage and the lamb. Also, good service and love their little market. read more

Aroma Cafe - Chicken Kebab and Kefir. - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Love chevapi ! I love coming here , food is amazing and reminds me of back home. Friendly stuff.

Such a sweet, home-y restaurant! I'm originally from the Balkans but I grew up in Toronto where it was easy to find grocery stores that carried products and ingredients that I grew up eating. In LA, it's been a difficult to find these things. I came here with my partner for my Slava and I was so excited to try all the dishes I used to eat on a regular basis. We had šopska salad, cevapi, home fries, ljepinja with kajmak and Turkish coffee with Turkish delight for dessert. Oh and the carry Cockta, which is like a more lemon-y, herbal infused cola. I strongly encourage you to try it if you haven't! It was all so delicious and brought back a lot of memories. Afterwards, I perused their little corner grocery shelf and bought Vegeta, Milka chocolates, Eurocrem (Nutella wishes she could be as good) and a few other treats for my partner to try. The service was fast and friendly, the prices couldn't be beat and the atmosphere was cozy and romantic. Although this place probably won't be open in time for next year's Slava because of the pandemic, I will be sure to order from them. Support small businesses! read more

Know what to order - your server knows! Aroma chicken plate & lamb shanks are our go-to's. Sandwiches on their fine pita are great. Shop the groceries and try something new. Neighborhood vibe, but people come from far away for the authentic taste of their country. read more

Easy to miss cafe serving exceptionally good Bosnian (I believe) food. The restaurant itself is quaint and filled with aromatic scents wafting from the kitchen. I loved the burek pastries (labeled 'pita' on the menu). The feta and spinach-filled varieties are warm, comforting and tasty. Their signature Cevapi is the sandwich of your dreams if you enjoy onions, spiced meat, and Balkan bread. The rolls of minced beef are juicy and flavorful with a delightful char. The bread is insanely soft on the inside. Everything is pretty affordable and absolutely satisfying. This is the perfect spot for a casual lunch, first date, or solo meal. I didn't order Turkish coffee since I was already pretty caffeinated, but it looked good! read more

Aroma Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Amazing Bosnian food. I moved to California and don't know how to cook as well as my mom so when I miss momma's cooking, I come here! So good, must try! read more

Very disappointed- i was hoping for some good Bosnien food and have to say that this is not a representation of good Balkan food.. first off I paid 15$ for a plate that could have been the kids menu. A little rice a little salad and one yes one piece of meat??? Never have I seen something like that before. The pita was ok but not really magnificent as well. Can't recommend and also don't quite understand the good reviews. Service was nice but also slow. Ambiance is ok. read more

Cute enough with a small, front dining patio. Service was minimal, but that paled compared to the food. Stuffed cabbage ($14.50) - four, decent sized, rolls. Looked okay, but all the same. How unless the chef is a perfectionist? Canned. Seriously, the meat inside was nearly inedible, and why should I eat from a can? I paid, and went home to eat a quesadilla. I really wanted to like this place. Sigh. read more

Aroma Cafe - Cabbage Rolls (from a can, $14.50, 1.5 stars) - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Absolute gem. I'd driven by the strip mall containing Aroma Cafe probably hundred+ times and finally went in to enjoy a meal. Something about the place made me feel like I had been transported abroad. The food is simple and absolutely delicious. The servers were all so friendly. I can't wait to go back and try more dishes from the menu. read more

Amazing delicious food! Please do yourself a favor and try this place! They have great food that taste amazing. I was too hungry and too excited and didn't take pictures of the food except for the dessert, which was so delicious and good! read more

Aroma Cafe - tufahija - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My boyfriend took me here to try Serbian food. It was delicious. I've never had anything like it. The meat was so savory and the pepper sauce I ordered on the side was so yummy. Can't wait to come back! read more

Aroma Cafe - "evapi" Specialty - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Excellent restaurant with an adorable grocery inside. I was able to stock up on Croatian/Bosnian goodies AND feast on a tasty lunch (plus I couldn't help bringing home a few sandwiches to the fam for dinner). To start, the ćevapi is a classic and absolute must if you haven't yet tried it. The bread they serve it on here is perfect, though I would have loved a little side of ajmak along with it. The spinach burek - A+ The stuffed cabbage rolls and grape leaves were tasty. Served with fresh pita, you can order one or the other (but our server was awesome and brought us a mixed plate!). Finally, my favorite and the star of the items I've had here - the Aroma sandwich. A mix of cheese, pita, beef prosciutto and bell pepper. Delish. And of course, you can't forget the Turkish coffee! Served at the perfect temperature and with a piece of Turkish delight. An enjoyable to end your meal. read more

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I went today to try their food as I heard good things online... the food (and the portions) are a huge disappointment. I spent $54 for the Chicken Kabob plate (more like appetizer), Aroma Chicken plate (dry and under seasoned), a side of bland rice ($10) and a shopska salad. The aroma chicken plate (chicken and vegetables only) was roughly $20! This place is a grift. No issues with service or ambiance. read more

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Honestly, the best and my favorite Balkan Food spot in all of California! If you're from the former Yugoslav region, and you miss the food down there, this is your spot! Every time I am in the LA area, I make sure to stop by! Parking is a bit challenging bc there is a tiny parking lot by there are side streets with plenty of parking around. Highly recommended! read more

a true neighborhood gem with warm Balkan vibes. feels like it's freezing outside and you're taking refuge. Go for the Cevapi, stuffed cabbage leaves, grilled potatoes, grilled feta, and of course the bureks. top it off with turkish coffee that comes in its own copper pot and served with a piece of turkish delight. although the coffee should be much foamier, it's about as authentic as it's going to get around here. Check out the little nook behind the separators for a selection of eastern european goodies. that stuff can really take you back in time. read more

Aroma Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

2018 YELP CHALLENGE: 10/100 What did they eat in former Yugoslavia (now Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Serbia, Slovenia, Montenegro, and Macedonia) and in the Balkans?? Aroma Cafe is an adorable homey cafe with an almost romantic vibe sitting right outside of the Westside Pavillion on Pico and Overland. It's a great place to relax with some Turkish coffee after a good movie at the Landmark! This is my second time trying Eastern European food (Parsnip in Highland Park has fantastic Sarmale- Romanian cabbage). I decided to try the small size of Ćevapi -Serbian sausages sandwiched between Serbian flatbread that they call 'Pita', but I assume it is Lepinje. $9.71 w/ tax Quick tips: -Tiny strip mall, not a lot of parking -Mini mart of European snacks! -About 4 two tops and a couple 6 tops inside; several 4 tops outside! -It was a little hot inside and no air conditioning -Pricey but worth it. Best to come with a group and try everything. Taste 3.5/5 Simple, small but delicious and somewhat filling. The Ćevapi is comprised of mildly-spiced, juicy mini sausages on Lepinje. The small size was about the size of my hand (very small), and it came with diced sweet onions. I thought it would come with a sauce or anything...It was delicious but also hard to eat. The waitress gave me a knife and fork. I need to travel. Price 3/5 For a tiny sandwich without sauce or a side..It was unique and delicious but I don't know. $9.71 is really pushing it. Service 2/5 Kind of ignored. No water fill up. I waited for 10 min before realizing that I had to walk up to the counter to pay. The waitress did tell me briefly about the Yugoslav Wars in the 1990s Overall, if you're in the area, with friends, and want to try something unique, check out Aroma Cafe. read more

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Wow, incredibly delicious. I am so truly thankful for a local restaurant who makes the same dishes that I grew up eating with a Croatian grandmother. Not only did this restaurant make me thankful for that but also thankful to be living in LA where it is so diverse. The cevapi was so juicy and tender. The buttery/creamy side sauce, kajmak, made it even more delicious- I highly recommend adding that to the sandwich. The Sarma is the real reason I selected this restaurant and it is almost as good as my grandma's which is a huge compliment. To make my experience even more special, my DoorDash driver was Bosnian and shared with me that he also grew up eating the same food and highly recommended this restaurant. I look forward to trying more dishes at Aroma Cafe. Such as the apple dessert one day (tufahiya), the Aroma sandwich with prosciutto, the rice and more. One day I will go in person to enjoy the ambience and purchase some of the market items they have for sale. read more

Prices are way too high for the bite-size portions. Our kebab looked like finger food, plus the people working there were indifferent toward us at best. Stay away. read more

Really great food and great service! I'm Bosnian, I just moved to California from Tampa FL and this was my first stop. I'm so happy I found this place, not my mamas cooking but it's very close. I love the little shop inside so I can stock up on all my favorite snacks, coffees and seasonings as well. I couldn't ask for more. Hvala puno!!! read more

Aroma Cafe - Turkish coffee with Turkish delight - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Ordered a spinach pita and it was dry and flaky. Not worth the more than half hour wait. Their credit card machine wasn't working either so I had to walk to the nearest atm and get cash just to come back and pick up food that was below average. read more

Aroma Cafe - Spinach pita - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I can't get enough of this place. Everything on the menu is absolutely delicious and I love the vibe of the place. Truly a valley gem!

Food is amazing, coffee was to die for ( mocha with extras cream) super cute seating in the back, a bit pricey but overall well spent.

Expensive and doesn't taste good at all just eat anywhere else

The aroma sandwich with kajmak is really solid, sarma and ćevapi both hit the spot. The burek is a bit light on filling for my taste but over all would definitely recommend to anyone missing their favorite meals from back home. read more

Aroma Cafe - Sarma, burek, ćevapi, hurmašice, tufahiye, aroma sandwich, ajver. - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Delicious Balkan food. The Balkans consist of Romania, Bulgaria, Slovenia, Serbia, Greece, Kosovo, and Bosnia. All were occupied for 500 years by the Turkish Ottoman empire so their foods are very similar. Aroma has all the most popular Balkan dishes including Mititei kebabs, stuffed cabbage rolls and much more. Turkish coffee and baklava for desert. All delicious. Heaven! Our server Raly was very friendly, patient and accommodating with our special dietary requirements. Altogether a great experience! Free parking in the lot in front. read more

I go there at least once a week, and have been always happy with the food and service. The people working in Aroma Cafe are super nice and customize my food working with my salt free diet. Highly recommended. Enjoy read more

Aroma Cafe - Chicken Kebab - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've been here maybe 8-9 times. And every time I've been in here, it's f*cking excellent. The lamb, the sarma, the cevapi are out of this world. The veggies they cook are literally perfect, still have a snap to them, not over cooked seasoned perfect. It's one of my favorite places to eat. Unfortunately it's 45min to get there one way, or else I'd be in there all the time. But if I'm in the area I stop no matter what. At least to pick up some cevapi to take home for later. Couldn't recommend enough. read more

Not open until 10pm. I don't understand this new trend of businesses closing early when there are plenty of customers looking for a place to work late. It's becoming a ridiculous pattern in this city. If Aroma goes back to caring about its customers with night schedules, I'll return. Until then, I have no reason to. read more

Love Aroma cafe! This cute restaurant is a small strip mall offering some of the best Mediterranean dishes. My favorite is the "Cevapi"! It's ground beef kabobs served on homemade pita bread. I also love their burek....so delicious. I also want to add that the customer service here is so nice and they always greet you with a smile. read more

Aroma Cafe - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Soo expensive and under whelming. Honestly not worth the almost $20.00 for undercooked little ground beef kababs that came in some pita type bread and $10.00 for some pan fried potatoes. Heck for these type of prices, it's better to eat the Balkan food in Europe. My advice, avoid. Will not be visiting this place again. read more

My boyfriend wanted to eat this type of food but we accidentally got this place mix up with the actual place he wanted to go to. Yet, this place ended up to be really good. I tried the Turkish coffee and I got the lamb plate which was delicious. The vegetables was season well and the lamb was nice and flavorful. The bread and pita here was seriously amazing. My boyfriend got the sandwich there and he couldn't stop eating it. Seriously delicious! We ate outside because I had my baby chihuahua with us but he was misbehaving so we had to make our meal a quick one. I would definitely recommend coming here for their sandwich because I saw everyone here ordering it. Delicious! read more

Amazing food. Very good quality ingredients. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Very clean.

Not sure if they were serving "plastic" cevape just that day we were there or these reviewers have no idea what Balkan food is suppose to taste like. They served us the worst cevape we ever had. The frozen ones I buy and cook at home are better than what they served us. Also if your Bosnian /Croatian/ Serbian you know that cevapi are served with kajmak or ajvar. This place didn't even offer any of that to us , let alone serve it. The worst part of all was the bill. My god is this place is overpriced. Not worth it but we drove from a different state and I was dying to try some Bosnian food. The worst one I had so far. Save yourself money and go eat two dinners somewhere else for the price of one there. The only reason I gave them two stars is because the $7 small portion cabbage salad I ate in 4 bites was pretty good. read more

My wife and I caught up with an old friend here and we had a wonderful feast of the freshest Balkan cuisine. For a salad we had the Shopska salad, which was chopped salad, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper and feta. My friend describes it as one of the best salads in LA and I agree. We split the mains amongst us. The cevapi was ground beef kebabs served on crispy pita. The kebabs were perfectly grilled and the beef had the fresh flavor of top quality meat. The crispy pita was a nice complement to it. The lamb shanks we ordered were incredibly flavorful and fall off the bone tender. Then we had the peppers stuffed with ground beef and rice, which we wolfed down because they were so good. I don't usually get dessert unless the food is so great I can't resist. We ordered and shared baklava; a cherry pie and a baked apple. The baklava was probably the best I've had in LA and the sour cherry pie in a filo pastry was unusual and wonderful. The baked apple stuffed with walnuts was in a class of its own. The waitress was very friendly and warm. The owner was equally warm and friendly. They have a small store there if you're interested in buying food from the Balkans. It's a relaxing restaurant to eat at with great, fresh food. read more