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    Avra Beverly Hills

    4.1 (1.7k reviews)
    Closed • 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Resiling starter, about to order
    Danielle W.

    Our waiter was so accommodating (Sean) and his recommendations were amazing. He reccomended the sword fish and my friend still is talking about it! Loveeee this spot and the ambiance. I will be back.

    Rachel L.

    Went here for my birthday dinner because of the ambience, should've stick with the sushi reservation. Everything is quite mid except the octopus, but it's still not phenomenal and doesn't live up to expectations. Cocktail is not bad, you can come here for that. Salmon Tartare (1/5): The 1 mark gives to the freshness of it but that's pretty much it. Comes with wavy lays chips to pair but its lack of seasoning, had to order salt to make it edible. Ceviche (2/5): Taste slightly better than the salmon tartare, but this dish is more of a salad to me than a ceviche. It's not even about being fusion or not, barely could find any meat inside. It has a unique taste, it has grapes inside (that ties to the Greek cuisine). This thing just tastes like an Asian (Shanghainese) salad with a sprinkle of meat with some touch of grapes. Octopus (3.9/5): Probably the best thing we had in here. Nicely grilled, comes in slices instead of full piece of octopus leg. Easy to serve. SERVICE AND AMBIENCE Service is attentive, it's alright. Ambience is fine, but not one of a kind with the mediocre food. Indoor decor is cool but there's no live performances or anything special enough for me to eat their underwhelming food. Should've went to omakase or the Italian restaurants next door instead of this place. Food is very mediocre that I think it's only worth it to come here for lunch, I wouldn't even bother to reserve a table for this place. Most disappointing fine dining restaurant in Beverly Hills. Nothing is luxury here except the price point. I was very excited when I look through the menu and the variety of food choice, turns out everything is mediocre at best.

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    Mackenzie M.

    It was overall decent. It was pretty nice inside but overall for what you get it's definitely pricey. The food was pretty good but didn't seem like it was worth the price. Service was good, no issues there.

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    Shailey S.

    It was such an enjoyable experience to sit at this beautiful restaurant. I went for lunch, on a Thursday, and it was packed! The service is great, however when they are busy- it's hard to track down your waiter. The food was great! I will be adding this to my list of places while in the area.

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    Sarah L.

    Everything was excellent. I would say this restaurant was upscale. The service was excellent . It is in a prime location in Beverly Hills. You would have to pay for valet or fine a meter on the street though. The octopus was very good. It was differently prepared than I've ever tried. It would be a good time to try octopus for the first time for someone who hasn't . It wasn't as chewy as octopus normally is .

    Lunch menu
    Julie S.

    We went to this place for lunch, and they had a special three-course fixed-price menu for about $40. Not sure if that's a constant thing or just for Dine LA week. I like how when we sat down, they brought us a bunch of appetizers, including crudités, a plate of hummus, and some bread. I also noticed they have their own branded olive oil on the table. We noticed people ordering this appetizer that looked like a stack of fried eggplant, which looked delicious, but we figured with the three-course meal, we wouldn't have room (which was correct). I got the Greek salad, which was extremely fresh and delicious, still wondering how they got such flavorful tomatoes in winter. My entrée was the salmon, which was really good. We had to get the dessert packaged to go since we were so full from the first two courses. This seems like a good place to go to grab lunch if you are in the area. I felt the service was very gracious, and they checked on us a lot. The regular menu seems a little pricey - though I think part of what you are paying for is the ambiance. This place has a kind of fancy and trendy aura, and I was pretty sure some of those famous "Housewives" or wannabe Housewives were at the table nearby. I think it would be a good place to go to be seen but also has really good food!

    Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cake
    Mella P.

    Came here for a girls night out and overall had a really good experience. The decor is beautiful and the lighting creates the perfect ambiance. One thing we all appreciated was that the music wasn't too loud, so we could actually enjoy conversation without shouting over each other. Service was a bit slow at times. Our appetizers came out in about 20 minutes, but there was a noticeable wait for the entrees. It felt like other tables were being seated, served, and leaving while we were still waiting. That said, we stayed patient and the crab cakes and Mediterranean salad were delicious and held us over. Once the entrees arrived, everything was well worth it. We ordered the shrimp with potatoes, lobster pasta, and lamb chops, and each dish was cooked really well and full of flavor. The staff was also very attentive when it came to drinks and checking in on anything we needed. Overall, it was a good experience and a great spot for a night out with friends.

    The whole fish and the fish of the day
    Chris W.

    Today is a company lunch with our clients and we all had the lunch set menu and ordered Avra chips sharing The fish is always fresh and tasty and all my colleagues love it The service is always good and wonderful Even today is Tuesday, the restaurant is still packed and the ambiance is always good here I love the orange cake so much and it is good to pair with some tea to wrap up the meal

    Best calamari I've ever had.
    Tony S.

    The ability for LA restaurants to truly wow me is about as rare as a Hollywood reboot that's actually better than the original. Then I got invited to a birthday dinner at Avra last week... and apparently, every once in a while, the reboot does outperform the original. At one point I literally heard myself say, "How did I miss this place after all these years?" I've lived in LA long enough to be a little jaded about new restaurant hype, but this one genuinely surprised me. The appetizers were phenomenal. First, the calamari. The secret to great calamari is delicacy- too much batter, too much salt, or a few extra seconds in the fryer and it turns into something you'd expect from a mall food court. Avra absolutely nailed it. Perfectly light, crisp, and tender. Our table of eight ended up ordering ten plates. The Avra chips were another standout. I've had plenty of zucchini chips before, but this version also included eggplant chips (which I normally detest). Somehow, the combination worked beautifully. The presentation was gorgeous and the flavor even better. Normally I'm polite when sharing appetizers... but that night I turned into a full-blown table barbarian (think Khal Drogo from Game of Thrones.... barbaric, but handsome... like me). They were that good. Then came the octopus, which honestly set a new personal standard for me. The thin slices had the perfect texture and flavor. If someone asked me what my last meal might be, Greek cuisine might now be the answer. The appetizers were so good they almost overshadowed the mains... mostly because we ate so much of them that we were already full by the time the entrees arrived. I went with the Dover sole, one of my personal favorites whenever I see it on a menu. It's a great test of a kitchen's restraint because the dish depends on subtlety and balance. Avra absolutely nailed the delicacy of the flavors. Easily one of the better versions I've had. Needless to say, I'll definitely be back, and next time I'm bringing the family. What a vibe. What a discovery.

    Made to order fresh raspberry vodka lemon muddled drink
    Karen L.

    After four years of coming to Avra, it is still my absolute favorite place to eat and drink in the area. We usually sit at the bar, even though the dining room is beautiful, because the bartenders are so amazing... professional, witty, hyper efficient, fun to talk to, and just plain nice people. Special kudos to Munir, who always greets us by name, makes time to chat, and remembers my very complicated cocktail. I highly recommend the scallops which are perfectly seared and come on a bed of sauté'd spinach, and the salmon with capers and grilled vegetables. The portions are perfect and quality is top notch. An added bonus of sitting at the bar is the people watching which never fails to entertain! It's pricy but well worth it.

    Tommy N.

    The ambience was chic and classy with a Mediterranean vibe. It does kind of feel like the restaurants on the Greek islands except more high-end and without the ocean view. Food was overall delicious and flavorful. Every seafood dish we had was very fresh and excellent quality. We ordered grilled calamari and grilled octopus for starters and they were amazing. For entrees, we had Chilean sea bass. The fish was very tender and soft. What I didn't like was that there was too much tomato sauce drenched all over the fish. It would've been better to just add a little sauce on the bottom so that it doesn't overpower and mask the sea bass, which was supposed to be the highlight of this dish. Also, there were only two small pieces of potatoes underneath the fish. Cocktail drinks were refreshing and tasty. And the chocolate cake we had for dessert was decadent but really sweet and had more buttercream than actual cake. Service was outstanding. The entire staff was very attentive, friendly and quick. Busboys and waitstaff would walk around constantly to check on patrons, clean tables and refill water. I will come back to try other dishes.

    Lemon Roasted Potatoes
    Azizi A.

    Ambiance, food, menu options, and service was exceptional. Loved all of it, can't wait to come back and try more food on the menu. Favorite Greek food restaurant.

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    Rebekah B.

    I will start with the Ambiance. We went shopping in Beverly Hills and decided to stop to find a good lunch spot. We hit the jackpot with this place. The starter hummus was great. Cocktails from the bar were perfect. We ordered lamb chops, a salad , and spaghetti and clams in a white sauce. I highly recommended this restaurant if you are looking for fresh mediterranean food.

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    Beautiful ambiance, great iced coffee and love their lunch special. It's a solid spot and great for groups. Service is decent as well.

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    Great service and fantastic food . Beautiful place . Lovely Ora. Went there with a friend for birthday. Very nice experience.

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    Ask the Community - Avra Beverly Hills

    Do they carry the Towering ice cream dessert? I see other Avra locations do. Does Beverly Hills?

    Yes

    How much is the valet? Parking structure?

    I believe it is $30

    Do they have a corking fee?

    I'm sure they are. Usually is around 25 for corking fee. You should call and ask. You won't regretted. Beautiful ambiance.

    Are they pet friendly?

    I've dined with my dog at the tables that line the sidewalk.

    Do they do tables for 11 people or does it require you to use their catering option?

    They can move tables together but won't seat you unless everyone is there - on time

    Do they have king crab legs?

    no they do not

    Do they have a dress code?

    No i dont think so but most of the clientelle were well dressed in casual chic attire.

    Do they have vegan options?

    Yes.

    What's a good item to order?

    Dorado fish, avra chips, Octopus 🐙

    Do they have a kids menu? If not what are they able to make For Kids?

    No kids menu. Also not good for kids dining. People are super dressed up and is considered as fine dining.

    Do they have parking? How much is it?

    Street parking, valet, or parking structure in front of the restaurant. You'll spend at least $10 on parking in Beverly Hills

    Favorite meal? Or favorite thing about the restaurant?

    Maybe the Avra chips. Otherwise it's a waste of time. Typical LA BS hype.

    What kind of wine do they serve?

    Do they have a good amount of vegan options?

    Yes

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    Nick the Greek - Beef/Lamb Gyro Pita Combo

    Nick the Greek

    4.1(301 reviews)
    2.7 mi•Westwood, UCLA
    •$$

    I've been coming to Nick the Greek in Westwood UCLA, and it's always a great experience. The Steak…read moreMediterranean Bowl is packed with flavor--the steak is tender, the ingredients are fresh, and the portions are satisfying. Their fresh-cut fries are crispy and perfectly seasoned, and the frozen yogurt is the perfect way to end the meal. The restaurant is spacious, very clean, and has a welcoming atmosphere. The customer service is outstanding, especially Maribel. She always greets customers with a smile, is attentive, and makes everyone feel welcome. She truly goes above and beyond. Highly recommend this location!

    The other day, I dropped by this place for lunch as I occasionally do, and ordered the Gyro plate…read morewith pork belly and rice. I was happy they had the pork belly. Sometimes, they don't have it available even though it's on the menu. I was not pleased, however, that the pork belly was drier than usual. I was pleasantly surprised that I got my order in less than ten minutes. Usually, it takes over 15 minutes to get my order, which isn't ideal if the clock is ticking away on your lunch break. I must have come on a day when they didn't have a lot of pick up orders. The service here was nothing to write home about. It was neither good nor bad. As my rating indicates, my experience was mixed, but for this place, it's par for the course. I keep coming back because I'm a sucker for tzatziki and pita bread and this is the closest place I can enjoy this wonderful combo for lunch.

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    Catering Pita Bread, Side Rice

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    Novikov

    Novikov

    3.9(380 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    Fine dining
    Full bar

    Novikov is an elevated Mediterranean restaurant in Beverly Hills. The large potted trees throughout…read morethe restaurants gives vibes of dining in Greek vineyard. There's seafood, produce and bread in the back that shows the fresh daily ingredients. Beverly Hills Parking lot underneath the restaurant with 2 hr free parking before 6pm. For the food: The set lunch menu is one of the best values in Beverly Hills. The Borscht is delicious with rich beet flavor. The branzino is an upcharge, but well worth it. It's one of their signature dishes. The panna cotta is light and creamy. I'd happily go back for lunch after an appointment.

    One of the best cacio e pepe dishes I've had in the U.S. I loved the table side cheese-wheel…read morepresentation--you can never go wrong with extra cheese. For the $100 price tag, I expected a bit more truffle, but hey it wasn't a dealbreaker. The oysters were delicious, and overall, our party really enjoyed the food. Dessert was also quite tasty. Our server, Ben, was warm, knowledgeable and genuinely friendly. However, the service experience overall felt disjointed. There were plenty of staff members floating around, but it didn't feel as though anyone was truly attentive to the table. Water was rarely refilled unless I asked, and one plate we needed for lobster shells arrived well after it was useful--silently dropped off, then picked up by someone else just minutes later. Overall, the atmosphere and service had a somewhat clubby feel, more like a high-end tourist destination in Ibiza or Mykonos than a polished, truly upscale dining experience. One especially awkward detail- at the beginning of the meal they take photographs and later offer them for purchase at $25 a pop in shiny gold frames. It felt extremely odd and just so out of place. The idea could have been a sweet, memorable touch if handled differently-- perhaps as a cute and simple, unframed photograph rather than a $25 keepsake in a shiny frame. A genuinely high-end restaurant would never. All in all, it's a decent place and may be worth trying once, but don't go in expecting a flawlessly refined dining experience.

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    Taverna At The Mar Vista

    Taverna At The Mar Vista

    4.2(739 reviews)
    4.7 mi•Mar Vista
    •$$
    Casual dining
    Free WiFi

    Came back from vacation missing Greek food, and my husband found this spot that is said to be the…read moremost authentic Greek food in town. As soon as we sat down, our server (who happened to be from Athens) explained to us that this was authentic Greek food, and was not going to be American Greek food or Mediterranean Greek food, and it was music to our ears. Ordered the lamb, octopus, fries and saganaki. Overall, it was amazing. The service was amazing, the food really took us back to vacation and ample seating. The lamb was cooked perfectly, the beef tallow fries and saganaki were great but the real star was the octopus. It might've actually been better than most of the octopus that we ate in Greece. It was perfectly seasoned, drowned in olive oil and cooked PERFECTLY. Like not even a hint of chewiness or toughness at all. The only downside was parking. I'm not sure if they have a designated parking lot, but we ended up finding parking in the nearby neighborhood. Will be back to try more dishes the next time a craving hits.

    I made it back to Taverna Wednesday evening with two colleagues and they did not disappoint…read more We sat in a booth and George was our server and waiter who did an excellent job explaining the specials as on of my guests is Greek too. The interior is very inviting, clean and cozy as there is a mix of young and old who enjoy spectacular Greek dining. The parking is pretty accessible and the neighborhood is safe with a few homeless, but nothing of concern. Tonight I had the Lemon Chicken Soup which is a favorite along with Lamb Chops and French Fries which is my favorite. We had some sampling of desserts and all were delighted as my two guests indicated they would be back again for more! The prices are reasonable and the menu is extensive with a full bar as well if you like a drink. Located on Venice Boulevard in the heart of Mar Vista, there is no wrong choices or bad selections at Taverna! Great for a business dinner or a dinner for two on a date, they also accommodate large parties as well! When in Mar Vista, consider TAVERNA! HIGHLY RECOMMEND - A TOP MAR VISTA VENUE!

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    Delphi Greek Restaurant and Bar - Beef and lamb gyro plate

    Delphi Greek Restaurant and Bar

    3.5(490 reviews)
    2.6 mi•Westwood
    •$$

    Oh my God, I don't know what anyone's talking about. Anything being dry hair. My food was so…read moreincredibly delicious. Let me tell you some serious facts about this place right now. First of all, I was a little bit taken a back because I was like oh I thought there was a ton of people here but let me just put this in perspective; my boyfriend and I are going through hard times and we really just needed a really good meal to remind us what we're here for lol . But anyway, so we went over to this place to grab some gyros. Let me tell you when I am telling you it was the best Greek meat like their lamb beef. Gyro was so incredibly on point. I swear that they must've made it by themselves at home. It was so incredibly good. It didn't have any of that compressed me like rip and shred it practically melted in your mouth with every single queue that went in like it was so delicious and it was extremely juicy and they even use this extremely fancy olive oil that I have no idea what it is, but I need to know that brand for sure. I'm literally drooling while I'm talking about this lol . I wish I took pictures, but it was gone too fast. But yeah, I got the Gyro salad with lamb beef Gyro on top. Unfortunately their Gyro salad is called something crazy with an H and it doesn't have lettuce, but they did customize it for me and make it a small very very small actually (for the price) salad, but it was so incredibly quality. I don't think I care except that it was a whole meal for two, but that was our choice. It's whatever it's fine totally. But the food was so flipping good. Let me tell you I basically inhaled that whole salad as soon as I tasted it and felt that meat. Oh my God it was just game over and then like the pastacio. It was a smallest amount I want to say about like maybe 12 ounces maybe they're trying to push for 16 or make it look like 16 I'm not sure but anyways it wasn't that much but it was OK. I suppose for one. And it was also pretty expensive (The whole meal came out to about $70 and we only got one salad and one order of pastacio). But it had a weird sweetness. I think they might go overkill on their nutmeg in the bachlemel, or something it was as like a cardamom majoram sweet nutty ness. Idk. I just know I didn't need that inside of my pasta, but I'm pretty sure I had New York City style Italian Greek pastacio so that's probably on my fault as well thinking that I wanted the real thing. But yeah, the place was super clean. Everything was very very authentic. I love the music. I love the vibe. The ambience is awesome. The only thing I'd say it's a little pricey, but for everything and for what we went there for it did exactly the job it was meant to we really, really respect everything that they do and everything they've done for the community and everything that they represent we're very very for this place and we're gonna stand by them forever! Cheers!

    I was really looking forward to an authentic Geek gyro. I noticed the restaurant was completely…read moreempty at lunch time. I ordered two plates of gyro, one chicken and one lamb, for my friend and I. Total $44. Once I got home, I was very disappointed that both meats looked and almost tasted like cardboard. They were super thin and tasteless. Frankly, I'm not even sure they were actual meat! I realize restaurants are struggling right now but is the solution to server crappy food?!

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    Toranj - Toranj Restaurant Indoor

    Toranj

    4.2(783 reviews)
    2.5 mi•Westwood, UCLA
    •$$
    Pet friendly
    Vegan friendly

    Phenomenal Mediterranean food, exceptional persian-inspired craft cocktails, beautiful space, and…read moreexcellent service. Highly recommend trying out the Manhattan beach location! Only negative for us was feeling some pressure to upgrade the sides to our dishes (options to upgrade the salad and rice); we upgraded the rice and didn't necessarily enjoy the upgraded rice with cranberries and think the base options may have been preferable. Really enjoyed the included house salad! If you may know you have a preference for one of the upgrades it may be nice to have the options, otherwise, I would not hesitate to stick with the base which is delicious.

    Toranj has a really nice atmosphere, and the food always smells amazing. Unfortunately, my biggest…read morecomplaint is the wait time. Almost every time I order, the food takes much longer than expected, and when you ask about the status, the employees can come across as passive-aggressive rather than helpful. I've also picked up orders here as a delivery driver, and the same issue happens consistently...the orders are rarely ready on time. Delivery platforms provide an expected pickup time, and that information is communicated to the customer. When Toranj runs significantly behind, it doesn't just affect their order; it affects the entire delivery route. I've had situations where waiting for a Toranj order caused my other deliveries to be delayed as well. Everything gets pushed back, including this order, and ultimately the delivery driver can receive negative feedback or remarks on their account for delays that were completely outside their control. That can directly affect a driver's earnings and performance. Overall, the food and atmosphere are good, but the efficiency and communication need serious improvement. If Toranj can't consistently keep up with delivery orders, I honestly think it would be better not to offer delivery through third-party platforms until they can figure out a more efficient system. At the very least, they should be upfront about realistic preparation times so customers and drivers can properly manage expectations.

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    Panini Kabob Grill

    Panini Kabob Grill

    4.1(771 reviews)
    1.3 mi•Century City
    •$$
    Healthy dining
    Grab-and-go

    Came here right after the LA Marathon ended in Century City and was beyond hungry. Legs completely…read moredead, needed protein immediately. I've been to Panini Kabob Grill plenty of times at other locations, so I knew it would be a solid post race meal. They seated me really quickly, which I appreciated so much because I was in no shape to be standing around. Huge thank you to the staff for refilling my water so many times. That honestly felt incredible after the marathon. I ordered the hummus, falafel, chicken shish kabob, and koobideh shish kabob, and everything really hit the spot. It was so fresh and filling. The restaurant is very bright and lively. The service at this location is especially wonderful as well. Everyone was kind and attentive, and you can tell the staff works well together. I felt very well taken care of the entire time. Highly recommend.

    I came to Panini during my lunch break and attempted to place a takeout order. When I approached…read morethe counter and explained that I wanted to order food to go, the employee immediately discouraged me by saying, "Oh man, we are very busy and it will take over 30 minutes. It's up to you if you want to wait." Really? If takeout orders are going to take over 30 minutes, are the customers dining inside also waiting that long for their food? The response honestly didn't make much sense and left me with the impression that my business was not wanted. I understand that restaurants can get busy, but there are better ways to communicate that with customers. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I will not be returning to Panini. I also work in a nearby office and regularly have opportunities to order food for meetings and coworkers. I will be sharing my experience with them so they can consider other options in the future.

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