My family made a reservation for today, party of 6. We were celebrating my son's Birthday. We got the BBQ Set for $249, that was perfect! Meats, chicken, beef, lamb chicken Caesar salad, cucumber & tomato salad, eggplant dish, breads, hummus, sauce, plus a bottle of wine. In addition we ordered a Khachapuri, that is what my son was looking forward to! The service was good, the ambiance was very peaceful, loved the colors of the restaurant. Also the person who took my reservation over the phone was also very nice and helpful. We weren't sure of the best place to park and gave some suggestions as Sundays are extremely busy in the area. 1/2 my party found parking nearby and the other 1/2 found parking at the Galleria parking structure near Bloomingdale's. Be careful in the driving structure as there are blind spots of people rounding the Corners going from level to level and it's narrow. Walking from galleria to Kara's was not far at all but we did park on the roof, found a spot near the elevator. When we got to the ground floor, we cut through In-N-Out to the street. We would definitely return again! read more

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I have mixed feelings about this place. Let's start with the positive: the meat was absolutely delicious. It was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. That was definitely the highlight of the meal. Unfortunately, everything else was disappointing. The rice was so undercooked and hard that it was almost impossible to chew. It honestly felt like you could break a tooth trying to eat it. I asked the staff to replace it, but the second serving was exactly the same--hard, dry, and completely unappetizing. The biggest issue, however, was the restroom. The smell of urine hits you the moment you walk in. It's so strong that it's difficult to breathe, let alone use the restroom comfortably. A restaurant serving such good meat should also maintain basic cleanliness and hygiene. I truly hope the management pays attention to these issues. Properly cooking the rice and finally giving the restrooms a deep cleaning are basic standards that make a huge difference to the overall dining experience. This place has potential, but these problems completely overshadow the good food. read more

Karas - Rice - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

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Food is good Price was affordable before Now is 1.5x higher For 2 people is around 100$ for the bill read more

English translation: I ordered the pot roast, but it was mostly just dry potatoes. We also ordered a pitcher of lemonade for $15, but it was filled with so much ice that when we poured it into glasses, it only made two glasses of lemonade, even though the glasses themselves were already filled with ice. I asked for a new pitcher and explained that I was willing to pay for it as long as it came without ice, but they did the same thing again. It felt like they were trying to save money at the customer's expense. In the end, our bill came to $250 for two adults and two children. The kids ate from our plates and didn't order their own meals. I think that's far too expensive for a place that can't even serve a proper pitcher of lemonade. Very disappointing experience. read more

Conveniently located across the street from the Americana and Glendale Galleria. It was my first time trying Armenian food and it did not disappoint! The chicken lula plate was amazing and I liked the caprese salad as well. The Armenian cheese plate was interesting too- the block of feta cheese was a lot but it wasn't as heavy as other feta cheese I've had and the pairing with the herbs and bread was great. It almost felt Vietnamese. Loved the watermelon-cucumber lemonade too. Service was great and the restaurant was beautiful and comfortable. No wait on a Thursday afternoon for lunch. Knocked off a star because they were out of so many items we wanted- no Khurjin or Armenian combo. Was a bit pricey too. Free parking in the Glendale Galleria. read more

Karas - Caprese Salad - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

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Food is delicious!! I love armenian cuisine this restaurant has several great options! Service is great!! My server Samuel was very kind and attentive to me and all his tables. Very nice ambiance inside they have the tables set very nicely, staff is dressed clean and polished. Will be back! The watermelon cucumber lemonade is refreshing and a must try! read more

Karas - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

Right across from the Americana, so you've probably walked past this spot at least once. I've actually been here before during the day with my kids, but the evening vibe feels a bit different. The live violin music that night added a really nice touch. At first I didn't even realize it was traditional Armenian cuisine because the flavors felt somewhat similar to Mediterranean food. Once I realized, it made the experience feel a little more unique. The food was great for sharing, so coming with a group and ordering family-style worked really well. They also have fun cocktails, Armenian tea, and desserts neatly displayed in clean containers, which I thought was a nice detail. Overall, it was a fun experience and a great spot to visit when you're around the Americana. read more

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I am the biggest fan of Caucasian food. Glad to see that Karas offered Khachapuri and other Georgian/Armenian options in Glendale. I ordered to go as I had to make a flight, but I thought my to go experience was nice. The server accurately predicted how long my food was going to be prepared. I also appreciated the interior of the place - I wish I could dine in. In terms of the food, I enjoyed it despite the drive back home. The Khachapuri had a nice balance in taste. The grape leaves weren't too soggy. The chicken was cooked well. The only reason why I'm not giving this place 5 stars is because I think the prices were higher than what I expected. I recommend folks to come by and try what Karas has to offer! read more

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Karas is located right across the Americana and after many years of always walking by I finally got to try it. I've always had Armenian food like kabobs and dolma but I'm glad this place offers more than just that. Our server also made our dining experience here very enjoyable. Great vibes here and there is both indoor and outdoor seating. They have a solid list of cocktails and wines. We got a beef in lavash and as well as the chicken BBQ plate. I've never had beef in lavash before and the flavor is delicious. It's like braised meat and it comes with cheese and other seasonings so you can make like a wrap. The chicken BBQ plate was incredibly juicy and tender served with rice, a side salad and a pepper with onions. Everything was fresh and tasted very healthy. read more

Karas - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

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Have been here multiple times, food is good, but there definitely room for improvement. This place has a history of having bad, rotten potato's. And this is not the first time I've experienced it over the years. So it's definitely not one time thing. French fries are heated from the day before. Unfortunately I don't have a picture of the plate, but there was only two small pieces of Lulah in each plates, and was plenty of potatoes that were gone bad. Since in many years they have not cared enough to change supplier it's clear for me that it will be the last time we order food from here read more

Karas - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

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I was @ their branch in Van Nuys, Ca. I ordered beef lule kabob with basmati, hummus, fresh grilled tomato and jalapeño & Arabic bread. It came out fresh from their kitchen after 15 minutes. Taste good. Since it was lunch time the ambience is slow, there were only 3 tables filled inside. I was surprised at how the cashier was so nice, and giving, he offered me juice from their soda machine for Free. Yes for Free. I was not in the mood for any drink that day so I just had H2O. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone needing to try Armenian and Arabic, shawarma, Kebab's and their many bar-b-que dishes, and combo. read more

The food is absolutely fantastic - authentic Armenian dishes, tasted exactly like I remember them from Armenia. Good prices and service, my waiters name was Miko - he is the best read more

Karas - Dalma - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

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The food is always amazing! Everything is fresh and so delicious. I keep coming back because it's always so good. Great service and a nice atmosphere. Highly recommend! read more

Karas - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

Looking for delicious food, friendly service, easy parking at a place that's not terribly crowded? This is the spot. **Its bomb - request Michael!** I work down the street & used to live in Glendale for years - so please believe me when I say this is a true Glendale gem. The food is literally the perfect portion sizes, but since I'm gluttonous & a major foodie this is what a dinner for 2 looks like for me lol. It's great after work, or with friends, just a lovely dinner spot. I can always find a table & they are super prompt! But honestly? I come for the service. Michael is by far the best waiter I've ever had. You'll see I have quite a few reviews to date and I'm not playing when I say he hit #1. A true gentleman & extremely detail oriented. Made us feel like family and made tonight the MOST special of all the times I've been here. Everyone is extremely respectful, kind, and attentive - but Michael? That guy hits it out of the park! Wish he was our server at all restaurants tbh but every single marker. Thank you Karas for an amazing dinner, and thank you Michael for the experience! read more

Karas - Combo bbq dinner #Family Combo #2 - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

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Stopped by here for the first time for lunch. Food was so good and portion size was great for the price. Chicken Lulu plate was also the best thing we ordered. It was so juicy and spiced great! I will definitely be back! read more

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Great place. Very good service. Food was fantastic. Very soft beef, wonderful bread, amazing soup (Spas). Ambiance was chill--no loud music blasting, which is the terrible trend now. I highly recommend this place. magnifique restaurant read more

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Food was amazing Service was great. Atmosphere was beautiful. Will recommend! Waiters were also professional and nice. read more

Karas - Beautiful place. Amazing food and great service! - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

We were walking through Glendale a few weeks ago when we passed by Karas, and right away the smell stopped us in our tracks. My wife and I looked at each other and basically decided then and there: next time we're in the area, we're eating here. Fast forward to that "next time," and right as we're walking up, we see a DJ set up outside. Totally unexpected. Turns out it was the first time they were trying something like that, and even the servers asked what we thought about it. We sat inside, so it wasn't loud or anything, but from what we saw, it added a fun, laid-back energy to the place. We went with the Family Combo #1, which honestly should be called a feast. It came with pork ribs, lamb chops, beef and chicken BBQ, beef and chicken lula kabob, fire-roasted peppers, fire-roasted potatoes, rice, hummus, ajika, and a side salad. And they don't stop there; they bring out a side of bread too. I added tzatziki because... well, why not? Everything was just solid. Tons of flavor, perfectly cooked, and there was so much food we ended up with leftovers for the next couple of days. They don't technically have a kids' menu, but they do offer pizza, so we got a cheese pizza for our daughter, and she loved it. There's also a bar if you're just looking to grab a drink, and they've got a good amount of outdoor seating too. Overall, we had a great time and already made plans to come back soon with more of our family. read more

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We wound up here unexpectedly and ate on the patio. The service was slow but we didn't really care. The food was great! I ate too much lol.

I had a really bad experience at Karas. I made a reservation for 7 PM on Mother's Day and arrived on time with my mom and grandmother. We waited over 20 minutes standing while being told every few minutes that our table would be ready "soon." My grandmother has difficulty standing for long periods, which made the situation even worse. What was especially frustrating was seeing empty tables right in front of us while other guests were seated before us. At that point, the reservation felt meaningless. We ended up leaving without being seated. Very disappointing experience. read more

Food: tried several different items on their menu 1. Borscht: I did not like it. 2. Armenian cheese platter: excellent 3. Summer salad: excellent 4. Zharkoe: I had never had it before it was delicious the way it was served was unique.. cooked in a bread pot 5. Eggplant and veg dip: delicious Service: average had to wait and flag down someone every time we needed something... they were not busy .. Ambiance: good read more

It was my first time dining in Karas Restaurant. If you plan on going on weekend, I recommend making reservations. They can be busy on weekend. I highly recommend ordering three dip plate because all three dips tasted great. It was my first time trying Arishta, it was good. It was way better than what I expected. Overall, food was good no complaints. It is a nice restaurant located in one of busiest areas of the Glendale within walking distance of Glendale Mall and other stores. They have live music which makes the experience more enjoyable and it is not too loud. It is not like other places which you can't hear conversations. Overall, it was a great experience. read more

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Michael is very professional waiter. Kitchen is amazing. Service is not fast, but good. read more

Karas - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

We had an experience at this place and it amazing, food was delicious, atmosphere outstanding!! And also we can't forget our waiter Michael ,, he was the best server whenever I'v seen in my life!!! read more

Michael was very helpful and provided excellent customer service throughout our visit. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. The food was fresh, flavorful, and arrived quickly. The restaurant also has a great ambiance with a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for delicious food and outstanding service! read more

The best restaurant in Glendale. The food was delicious, atmosphere was amazing and service was great. The restaurant is near my house. We are coming here a lot and every time the food is great! read more

Karas - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

First time trying Karas and it did not disappoint. It's an Armenian food restaurant that's located right across the Americana and if you sit outdoors, you get some great people watching views. We got to try the borscht soup and the beef kebab plate. The meat was good, juicy and well done. The soup was also very homey and flavorful. We also got time to drink which always goes really well with Armenian food. I would definitely recommend this place if you're in the area. read more

Karas - Beef Lula Kebab Plate and Tan - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

Be extremely careful at this place. Today I came here with my girlfriend, and the server brought me a bill that was almost DOUBLE the correct amount. I checked it, confronted him, and only then the bill was corrected. He did not give a real apology. He looked nervous, started acting overly nice, and seemed like he just wanted me to leave as quickly as possible. To me, this did not feel like a simple mistake. It felt like an attempt to overcharge me and hope I would just pay without questioning it -- probably because I was with a girl and they assumed I wouldn't want to argue in front of her. I only paid the correct bill, but this experience was absolutely unacceptable. If I had not checked carefully, I could have paid almost twice what I actually owed. In my opinion, this was shady and dishonest. Customers should check every receipt here before paying. I personally would not trust this restaurant again. read more

The best harissa in the world. Everything was extremely fresh and yummy!!!!! Thanks to Micael for the best customer service!!! read more

Friends introduced us to this place. Now, every time we fly to LA, we make sure to stop in. Today we're having Borsch. Anastasia is the best read more

Karas - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

Mikheal was an amazing server, the food was delicious and I would come back any time. Highly recommend if you want delicious food! The atmosphere was also very clean and aesthetic. read more

Karas - Chicken Ciabatta Lulu Chicken - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

It was our first time having Armenian food and I was very impressed. We dined in with another couple and it was also their first time having Armenian food. We didn't know what to get but saw a larger party next to us sharing this board with a lot of different kind of meats. We decided to get that board too (Family board 1). We loved every bite. Good variety of meat from steak, chicken, lamb and more. The flavor and cook were great on each piece. The sides and spreads were very good too! Good place for date night, family gatherings, or just a nice family dinner. Would recommend this place! Overall rating 4.5/5 read more

Karas - Family Combo #1 - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

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Today we went to the Armenian restaurant "Karas" and were very pleased. I'd like to especially mention our server, Sofia, who was very attentive and courteous. She helped us choose meat-free dishes for our dietary needs, even though we were quite picky. We ordered a caprese salad and grilled vegetables with dip and some kinda Armenian tea. Everything was fresh and delicious. We especially loved the vegetables and the sauce. They also brought us a bread basket with incredibly delicious lavash. Overall, the dinner was excellent. The restaurant left a very warm impression, a cozy atmosphere, delicious food, and excellent service. We'll definitely come back for the highly recommended BBQ plate. Thanks to Sofia for the excellent service! read more

Karas - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

Great good, we ordered the trout, lamb chops, spas and beef wrapped in lavash. Everything was fantastic. Also great service and hospitality. and love the live saxophone player. read more

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Delicious food, great customer service and a beautiful family style/cozy restaurant. The sprouts and 3 the appetizers are a must try!!! We always get the beef and grilled meats but this time we also tried katchapuri and it was surreal. Can't wait to come back! read more

Karas - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

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Kara's is a for sure try local or not. Service might be a little slow but the wait for the food is well worth it. You gotta order few things off the menu and share since the portions are big. I have ordered via DoorDash and always good also 3 sample dips are must Pideh beef is a must to share with the table big portion Lamaju's are a must must read more

The food was amazing . Michael was very attentive , Answer all our questions and kept checking on us . Service was amazing. 10/10 :) read more

Karas - Armenian Near Me - Glendale, California

This place was extremely unprofessional, the waiter took forever to take our Order! When she finally took our Order she rushed away as if she was busy. Too busy to bring us bread instead she was playing in make up! Not to mention serving food right after is very unsanitary I will not attend this restaurant ever again. read more

I had seen this place on the corner across Americana 2 years ago, decided since I'm in the area to eat a late lunch with the Mrs. It was too hot outside so dined inside; not a soul until I sat my golden ass of luck down and in 20-30 minutes, there were about 25 people, your welcome, again. Very nice decor, almost tropical, with a bar and good tunes playing (top 50/ish.) Had some communication issues with our server, brought wrong dishes, but its ok because was planning to take some home for our son. So, $140 bucks bought us the following, all-in: Lule kebab plate: The beef is what we ordered, got chicken instead, they were both quite good after the beef arrived for take-home (had to try a piece even though I was stuffed). Side salad is an easy pass, not very memorable. Best to order a big salad like Greek, etc. Fries were thin and crisp and plentiful, like a center table portion for 1 side order. The chicken chunk breasts were good; all 3 dishes were moist on the inside and flavorful. The appetizer Lahmajuns at 5 bucks a pie were quite good as well; crispy and meaty, flavor on point. Highly recommend for appetizer, and the trio dip (hummus, tzatziki, red pepper sauce that was sweet and bit spicy) served with lavash wraps and traditional Armenian baked bread slices was not only great but fun to mix with the meats. Added a funky fresh citrus pitcher of lemonade, (like a grapefruit infused lemonade) and it was a fun dining experience. Many more items to try and probably will be back, if I can tolerate the madness of this area, which is about once every 3 years. See you in 2028. P.s. In case you haven't noticed, people can't drive, park, walk or move around in any normal way whatsoever in and around Americana. read more

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My work crew and I had the most meatiest lunch of all time here at Kara's in Glendale. We got the Family Combo #1 and it did not disappoint. It easily fed the 5 of us with just a few pieces left to spare. Everything was bbq'd to perfection with highlights being the lamb chops and the pork ribs. To keep things light I recommend their Avocado w/ Grapefruit and Feta cheese salad. Service was great and will definitely be back! read more