So bummed it's closed down now their food was delicious and always consistent...great pricesread more

I keep coming back to Anwar's Kitchen for one simple reason: the food is consistently good. Not…read more"pretty good for takeout," not "good on a lucky day," just genuinely solid every single time. This time, I went with the Anwar Style Chicken Shawarma to try something new. The portion size alone is impressive. The container is packed and feels substantial the moment you pick it up. The base is a bed of fries, and these are not just filler. They are thick, well seasoned, and sturdy enough to handle all the toppings without turning into a soggy mess. On top of the fries is a generous amount of chicken. The chicken tastes freshly cooked, with that warm, savory flavor you expect from good shawarma, never dry and never overly salty. There are pita chips mixed in, which add a great crunch and texture against the fries and chicken. Multiple sauces are drizzled throughout the dish. I chose a side of their spicy sauce. The creamy white sauce balances things out, while the orange sauce brings a mild heat and a little extra depth. None of the sauces overpower the dish, they work together to coat everything evenly and keep every bite flavorful. Diced tomatoes and corn adds a touch of sweetness that surprisingly works really well here. A sprinkle of herbs throughout helps brighten everything up and keeps the dish from feeling too heavy, even though it is definitely filling. This is comfort food done right. It is messy in the best way, packed with flavor, at least to me it was. If you are looking for something hearty, satisfying, and consistently well made, I will always recommend Anwar's Kitchen. Anwar's Kitchen delivers quality food, and I will keep ordering from them.

LOVE THIS PLACE! The…read moreAmbiance is wonderful and Overall this was a pleasant experience, with good value marked by excellent service. The food was cooked perfectly as well! If you're a first timer make sure to note that your little table tag (looks like a drink coaster) signals whether you're FINISHED or WANT MORE STEAK.

After coming here for years, both brunch and dinner--my visit last night kind of gave me the ick…read more It was annoying to be ignored several times by the meat carvers, despite both of our green signs being visible (backs were always turned to us / table was on side by the wine rack - another meh). It was also annoying for the waitress (not the gal that served us btw - a host perhaps) to give the vibe like they were doing us a favor by applying the $50 Birthday promo that THEY send via email (note, I verbally this flagged when we arrived just in case - but they didn't initially have it on our bill). My head is thinking "calm down--we ate minimally and got drinks. Don't offer it if you're going to have an attitude about adjusting the bill". It was just weird. They also didn't offer any bday dessert treat but we weren't super pressed bc we were so full. The meat was a bit overdone and all kind of tasted the same this visit. Didn't get to try the lamb chops and a few other meats, but still has a nice variety. Salad bar is top notch and consistent, although wish their black beans were plain due to all the meat. Drinks were ok--heavy pours but lower quality wine. The $29 "Wine Experience" package was worth it for my husband who likes variety of wines with his dinner depending on what he's eating. I'm sure I'll come again but it's been bumped a few notches on my Go To list.

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.

Easily one of my favorite spots. I come here 2-3 times a week since it's close to my work, and…read morethey've been consistently good every time. The food always tastes fresh, the portions are solid, and the prices are really fair for what you get. The staff is always friendly and welcoming too. One of the best things is how late they're open, especially when you want actual good food late at night instead of the usual fast food options. I've tried a few different things on the menu and haven't been disappointed yet. Definitely became one of my regular spots and I'd recommend it to anyone in the area. 5/5

Good service, open late with seating and food options for all. Got chicken wrap very loaded.read more

Mr. Kim cooked our food. He is so friendly! We had a wonderful time. The food was amazing!! Love…read morethe soup, marinated galbi, pork belly and brisket!! Kim chi is great! Overall, thanks to Mr. Kim! We will be back!

Everything was Amazing! Food is great!!! Service is fantastic, beautiful inside. Defenitly recommendread more

My wife and I were just walking through LA Live and received word from a hostess that it was buy…read moreone get one happy hour. So of course we jumped on it. I ordered the Blood In, Blood Out and my wife ordered the Hispanic! At the Disco. Both drinks were amazing. We also ordered an appetizer of their Smoked Hatch Chili Queso which was delicious in every conceivable way. Additionally, the hostess we first talked to and our waiter were both outstanding. A++ service here. We're definitely going to come back next time we're in the area.

STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE!…read more When the employee lured us in, she said to go to the counter inside and wait for someone to seat us. There were several employees that saw us just standing there, but we still waited there for 5 mins before someone told the girl from outside to take us to our table. We were finally seated. Then guy who told the girl to seat us was just standing around d chit chatting with another employees for about 15 minutes before he even came to our table. He never even introduce himself. He just took our order. Another 20 mins came by before our food was served. OUR FOOD WAS ROOM TEMPERATURE. Short Rib was ok. The macaroni was stale and OLD! It was dry and not fresh! We asked for extra BBQ sauce and that didn't arrive for another 15 mins. We had to wave down another employee to try to get the sauce to us. I wouldn't recommend this place! Horrible service. Didn't even come around to see if we needed anything or if everything was good or not. We came here around 1:30pm on 3/16. The restroom was also out of paper towels and soap from the soda dispenser. Poor quality food! Glad I tried it, so I know to not come back again!

First time at Habachihana Grill and we were very impressed! The New York steak bowl and chicken…read morebowl were both phenomenal. The sauces are also delicious and add an extra touch of flavor, though the food is great on its own. Lizette at the register was super friendly and welcoming, and the seating area has a really nice vibe. Great food, great service, and a great overall experience. Highly recommend--we'll definitely be back!

I definitely broke the bank buying just the bowl and every sauce (as well as two drinks) but man it…read morewas quite delicious! The steak is no joke, which explains the price. It was so divine, and the fried rice upgrade was a must! I was craving something late night and I saw that there was some activity going on outside of this restaurant so I took a note and then I pulled over to Yelp what was good and open this late at night and I had ironically bookmarked this as a place I wanted to try. The service was quick and great. Staff is extremely friendly and the ambience is chill I love that they have an outdoor area where you can enjoy your meal and people watch all the inebriated folks leaving the bar.

Best Indian (Punjabi) food I have ever had. We were a…read morevegetarian family of 4, and ordered Paneer Butter Masala, Malai Kofta, Garlic Naan, and Veg Dum Biryani. Everything was top class, and taste was extraordinary. Ambience is also good.

Strap in, this place is a full experience. I had posted about it and so many people hit me up…read moresaying they've always wanted to try it and live nearby. After going, I get the hype. We started with those super delicate pani puri style poppers. I've seen them on MasterClass and always wanted to try them, so finally getting them here was a moment. Filled with tandoori flavors, chutneys, mint, and a yogurt center that pops in your mouth. So good. Cocktails paired perfectly too. The pickle one and the Purple Rain were both solid gin drinks. Service was great. The bartender and server were both super knowledgeable and helped guide us through everything, which made a big difference with a menu like this. The ambience is beautiful. Big bar in the back, great lighting, a mix of natural and more moody tones that make it feel elevated but still comfortable. For mains, the pot pies are a must. We tried the biryani and the butter chicken versions, completely different but both worth it. Portions are huge, you will have leftovers. The quesadilla with fajita peppers and tandoori chicken was such a cool fusion idea and worked really well. The boneless truffle chicken had this creamy, almost alfredo style sauce with Indian spices that made it super unique. Ended with the saffron noodle pistachio ice cream dessert and that was unlike anything I've had before. Definitely something you try at least once. This is one of those spots where everything feels creative and intentional. I'll definitely be back.

The loaded fries are some of the best I've had, with fresh ingredients and hard fried potatoes…read more Service is away solid and the ambiance is relaxed and pleasant. But the secret is that the shrimp roll is secretly one of the best po' boys I've found in a while. I figured if they can do a loaded ship fries situation, they could probably put it on a sandwich, and they did. This will be my favorite go to late night spot for the time being.

I was craving fried chicken in LA and stumbled across the yelp page. The pictures drew me in…read morebecause the chicken look so crispy and exactly what I wanted. Bonus that the fries looked bomb too. We ordered the chicken and waffles combo with the crinkle cut fries, the elote Cheeto fries, and the 6 piece honey garlic soy wings with thick cut fries. Everything was really good. I enjoyed dining in their casual set up and I liked the fact that we found parking in their lot I also like how they have a variety of other menu items, such as hot dogs and chicken sandwiches. And their food is halal which is super cool

This small mom and pop type restaurant is located in a tiny strip mall of the Little Bangladesh…read moreenclave within Koreatown. A folks here are very friendly. The space is not huge, but there are a few tables you can sit at or it seems like a lot of the business here is from takeout anyway. I came here for the hyperbadi lamb biryani. At $23+ as of 6/2026, this might be the best deal in terms of lamb shank that you could find in the city. The rice is rich with spices and so aromatic. The serving size is pretty huge and this could be at least 2 to 3 meals. I also ordered a samosa to snack on and some mango lassi. I'm a huge fan of this place.

The food is good. Authentic. Pakistani food. Everything I ordered to go was great except for the…read moreLamb karahi because it was tough a a leather. It was impossible to eat. The hydrebadi lamb biryani was good and the meat was super tender. The beef Korma was good, the okra could use some salt and the Paya was my favorite. Overall - i'd go back again and i definitely recommend this place.