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    3.9 (37 reviews)
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    Shrimp basket
    Brian J.

    This is an unexpected gem in the lobby of the AVCO building. Besides coffee and snacks there lies a food cornucopia with salads and kabobs and breakfast sandwiches and more! I've never been disappointed with my choices here. Lately I've been enjoying the Shrimp Basket :)

    Chicken shish kabob with basmati rice and hummus
    Lloyd B.

    Hidden around the corner in the alley at the bottom floor of the building west of the iPic theater, this place might be a choice if you're locked away in the office and don't want to venture any farther than your own lobby. They serve breakfast and burgers but their main dishes are Mediterranean specials. With Trimana gone from my building, I opted to grab a quick lunch nearby. I ordered, the chicken shish kabob with basmati white rice and hummus. The white meat chunks of chicken were few and rubbery. Sadly, the hummus and rice were bland too. My soggy pita didn't help much either. With so many Mediterranean places around you've got better choices down the street. For the same price elsewhere, you'll get better portions with flavor. You can put the kabob, ahem, kibosh, on this place.

    Chicken Tenders and Fries (4 Piece)

    I come here very often and they're are so many different choices in food! The owner is very sweet and the service is excellent! Highly recommend coming here!

    Breakfast burrito (with ham and bacon)
    Tiana R.

    Restaurant is a cafe style establishment located within existing office buildings. There are numerous options - including Mediterranean style meals, basic breakfast. I particularly enjoyed the breakfast burrito, bacon egg and cheese sandwich and the cucumber salad. Was served promptly and there is available indoor and outdoor seating. This is a no frills establishment perfect if you want to grab a quick bite that is delicious and receive excellent service. Really appreciated the visit and will be back!

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    Great food. Amazing service. Nicest owner! Would highly recommend! Definitely a great place to go to lunch on a weekday! 5/5

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    3 years ago

    Amazing food! Extremely friendly owner, ordered the Grilled beef steak pita with fries. I will definitely eat here again.

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    The undisputed BEST Breakfast burrito in Westwood, perhaps even West LA!

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    8 years ago

    Love this place.... THE BEST CHICKEN KABOBS... Shane and his staff are so friendly .. they cater as well... you have to try

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    5 years ago

    Very fresh and good food. 5 of us all ordered different dishes and we were all satisfied!

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    Good food! Breakfast is great especially. They have lots of options and the staff is really nice. I always feel welcome here!

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    Delicious, fresh and healthy. Such a great addition to the Westwood area. My favorite is the chicken kabob over kale salad.

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    Bavel - Baked Alaska

    Bavel

    4.4(3k reviews)
    12.0 miArts District, Downtown
    $$$

    The interior was modern and beautiful , and when we arrived it was Friday night very crowded. I…read morewould recommend booking at least one week in advance. All food was good I really enjoyed the grilled octopus and lamp! And service was good and attentive , if you driving I would recommend you arriving early and parking at a near by garage, just to be more safe !

    Bavel is an upscale Middle Eastern style cuisine restaurant. It has modern decor with massive ivies…read morehanging down from ceiling planters. It's best to make a reservation in advance if you plan to dine here as they are almost always fully at capacity. They have both indoor and outdoor dining. If the weather is not too hot, I recommend sitting outside. Our mistake was choosing the indoors because it gets awfully loud to the point where you can't even hear the server(s) or your own party speak. Truth be told that's the major factor in the minus 1 star as it negatively affected our overall dining experience. 1. Farm Cheese Spread (5/5) The farm cheese was super light and airy. It's seasoned with sumac/fig leaf za'atar, rose petal (mostly for decor than taste) and fresh rosemary. It's served with 2 slices of crispy edged, doughy centered, black sesame bread that's toasted to perfection. 2. Baba Ghanoush (5/5) This is a dip dish made of smoked eggplant, Jimmy Nardello peppers (adds sweetness and smoky flavor), fennel escabeche, dill and olive oil. It's served with sites of fried pita bread. The eggplant was perfectly savory from the grilled onions and non-spicy, smoky flavor of the peppers. The Pita bread is like a fried beignet donut in terms of flavor. Another enjoyable appetizer to share. 3. Oyster Mushroom Kebab (5/5) Amazing smokey, well-charred and juicy mushroom with a nice price tag attached to it, but still worth to enjoy. It's served with avocado-lovage puree and sumac, which paired well with the mushroom flavor. 4. Grilled Octopus (5/5): The octopus tentacles were cooked to perfection - soft & melts in your mouth. It's almost like eating a very soft rice cake with a hint of seafood flavor note. It's served with sides of skordalia potato puree, brocooli, lamb xo sauce and coated in dill to give it a slightly spicy and savory profile. 5. Slow-Roasted Lamb Neck Shawarma (4.5/5) Super tender lamb meat that's also very fatty. It's served with a side of basil-cilantro like sauce, pickled vegetables and tahini sauce which was super creamy and helped to cut the gaminess of the lamb. The dish also comes with a full size laffa bread, which was fresh (made in-house; you can literally see them making it in the background) and pillowy-soft to wrap the lamb meat in. 6. Cherry Sumac & Ricotta cheese pastry (4/5) We ended with a crispy Cherry jam tart. The puff pastry was flaky puff while the cherry jam was tart and sweet. It paired well with their ricotta cheese, which was light and airy and sprinkled with sumac. It also comes with a scoop of Pistachio ice cream that's subtly nutty and floral but was a bit too sweet for our liking. Overall, the food here was good, but the dining environment was too loud for our liking. This place is often compared to Bestia, which we prefer. Fun fact - Bavel and Bestia are owned by the same owners.

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    Open Sesame - Chicken Tawook plate. So good!

    Open Sesame

    4.2(1.1k reviews)
    5.2 miFairfax
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    We just got home from dinner here and my wife and I loved it. The food was absolutely top notch. We…read morestarted with the potatoes in garlic sauce and an order of the haroumi and watermelon. What a great kick off! As for our mains, we both ordered a variation of the combo plates. I had the chicken tawook and beef. The Mrs. had the chicken and lamb. All good. Based on the food alone, we would recommend this place to anyone with a beating heart and more importantly, a mouth. This is quality food at a quality price. The atmosphere? Really great. It's a little dark and twinkly inside which sets a nice tone. There is cool artwork adorning every piece of wall, the place is very easy on the eyes...including the restrooms. Very clean. Our sever, didn't catch his name, but what a nice dude. Was super helpful without being "too much" he should teach a server class. He's pretty much who you want taking care of your table. He knew the menu well and made great suggestions. It was actually refreshing. We will come back, most likely with the family. Our waiter told us that they can accommodate larger groups which is great. I recently ate food at Saffy's and I didn't enjoy it one bit. The servings there are too small, too pretentious and too overpriced. Open Sesame is the exact opposite and that's why it rules. A wonderful experience in Beverly Boulevard.

    How Do I Start This Rationally ? Atmosphere Is A 5/5. Service Is 5/5. Food was 2.5/5. I Will…read moreExplain. If You A Charging $145 For A Group Platter, Then Everything Must Me PERFECT ! The Chicken Shawarma Was Inedible Because Is Was Obviously Dry And Lying Around For The Next Customer. The Beef Was Good. The Beef Shawarma Was AMAZING ! Probably The Best Thing. On The Menu. Tabouli Was Great. $260 With Tip Divided By Three Is Too Expensive For My First Experience Here. I Told The Manager That They Shouldn't Have Served The Chicken Shawarma If It Was Dry. Anyways.

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    Panini Kabob Grill

    Panini Kabob Grill

    4.1(2k reviews)
    10.4 miDowntown
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    Healthy dining
    Grab-and-go

    We order delivery/pick-up from here quite often for work, especially for late night dinners…read more The menu covers the majority of the staffs dietary preferences, the portions are large and the prices fair. A couple of the staff live closer, so they've gone in-person more often, and they generally rave about the staff. Doesn't matter whether you're ordering out or eating in, they are one of the quickest service restaurants.

    Man, Panini Kabob Grill just never disappoints. Every time I come here, I'm reminded why it's one…read moreof my favorite Mediterranean spots. There are so many different kebabs to choose from, and I've yet to have one that wasn't delicious. My personal favorites are the steak and the chicken--both are incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients in every bite. One thing you absolutely cannot skip is the edamame hummus. I had never even heard of edamame hummus before coming here, and now I can't believe I went so long without trying it. It was smooth, fresh, and full of flavor while putting such a unique twist on traditional hummus. It's one of those dishes that completely changes your expectations and has you thinking about it long after you've left the restaurant. On top of the amazing food, the service was outstanding. Everyone made us feel genuinely welcome, and the atmosphere was warm, relaxing, and perfect whether you're grabbing a casual lunch or having dinner with friends or family. The menu is packed with so many dishes that I still want to try, which just gives me another reason to keep coming back. Panini Kabob Grill continues to deliver an incredible experience, and I can't recommend it enough.

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    Cravings - mediterranean - Updated September 2026

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