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    Karas

    4.2 (896 reviews)
    ModerateArmenian, Barbeque, Pizza
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Caprese Salad
    Stella C.

    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.

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    Injoo H.

    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.

    casey a.

    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!

    Dalma
    Dmitrii A.

    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

    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

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    Peter D.

    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!

    Brizylla A.

    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.

    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!

    Joe M.

    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

    Beef Lulu plate
    Jen K.

    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!

    Chicken Ciabatta Lulu Chicken

    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.

    Beautiful place. Amazing food and great service!
    R G.

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

    Tzatziki
    Basel Z.

    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.

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    Today we had a dinner with our friends in Karas restaurant and had amazing time.We are very pleased with Samvel's service.Thank you Samvel

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    5 days ago

    I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the Karas staff, especially Samvel, for the excellent service. Thank you Samvel.

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    Thank you Elo!

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    Wonderful service and amazing food. Our waiter was Mikayel. Very nice guy. A must visit!

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    Thank you Melissa!

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    Thank you Mariam, see you soon!

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    The food was just perfect it was perfectly cooked how I like it and the service was very good.

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