Ambience is typical of a strip mall- we inadvertently chose the takeout side, not realizing it was…read moresuch. Having said that, go for the hardy, delicious food. You won't be disappointed. Guests had chicken kabob plate or chicken kabob combo with lamb or chicken combo with steak. Everyone enjoyed the meal which was served with generous portions. Basmati rice was perfect--light and delicate and tasty. Greek salad was spot on. Hummus is creamy and delicious. Service was great! Despite sitting in the wrong side lol, I rated Lemon Zest five stars for the food and service.

I was in town for my niece's theater show and we needed to find a place that is open for a late-ish…read moredinner. I am surprised to see that many restaurants closed early on a Friday night! We found on Yelp, this restaurant named Lemon Zest. It is a restaurant that is part of small business center but Lemon Zest looks like a stand alone business. The interior was designed so nice with ample seating outside in the patio area and inside. This place is meant to hold large parties. The vibe is so cool for a casual date or dinner and drinks with friends. It is also cool to host a mixer or private party! At 9:15pm we were the only party and our server treated us so well. She didn't rush us but she did check in with us periodically. I wish we got her name so we can properly give her praise. The food was amazing. This is my first time here so I ordered the beef gyro plate and paid extra for loaded Greek fries. The plate was huuuge! Such a generous serving that is enough for two people to eat. The fries were crisp and the toppings worked so well. It complimented the thin, well-seasoned slices of beef. The pita was cut into triangles, making the perfect bite. My friends and I really enjoyed our dinner and promise to comeback!

This place has been here for a very long time. I used to come here often, but then I stopped, but…read moreI only stopped because it's just not really on my radar of places to go to eat, as it just blends away into the valley with so many other dining offerings. The staff is always amazing and attentive here. I've never left here feeling the same as when I came in, instead, I am always leaving here happier, that's what good service is about! Anyway, give them a try. It is definitely worth it. Great service, great food. Always clean and fast.

I don't know if they've changed management, but things are different and not in a good way. Some of…read morethe recipes have changed. They're not necessarily worse, just different. And the interior is changed. No more outside seating. The reason I won't be returning, however, is that I was given spoiled food. I've been coming here for a long time and have never had this issue before. The tabbouleh I was given was clearly spoiled. Instead of its usual fresh green color, it was yellow and had a horrific smell. It was obviously well past its shelf life. As someone who loves tabbouleh, this was especially disappointing because this place used to make a great one.

Have been coming here for years and can confidently say the quality of the food never disappoints…read more Everything from the filet to the fish is always top tier. The servers and the owners are some of the most genuine people you will ever meet and they make the place feel like home. Over the weekends you can enjoy live music with some of the best Mediterranean food you can imagine. Thank you guys for the amazing hospitality always

The owner and server were both very nice but we didn't enjoy the food. We ordered hummus, fatoush…read moresalad and garlic fries, but the owner convinced us to get some veggie plate instead which had a few extra items that we didn't care for at all. The hummus was flavorless and the pita bread was dry. The fatoush salad was Just ok and the garlic fries were good until we saw a small fly in them. Long story short, won't be going back again.

Shamshiri, meaning sword or a type of Persian black tea, is in a typical, unassuming Socal…read morestripmall. Nothing fancy and down to earth as is the food which takes its cues from the standard Persian repertoire, but done through a humble homemade filter. The portions are extremely large here to show hospitality. You will never leave hungry here. There is more than enough to take home for another lunch to save from cooking another meal. 0) On the House: Large Plate of salad of crisp, chilled iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber with a nondescript creamy, tart dressing. Pita bread basket. 1) Tahdig: Almost all rice based cultures covet the crispy, crunchy rice found at the bottom of the flamed cooking pot. Basically, to recreate this crunchy rice on a large scale, Tahdig is now fried Basmati rice. You can opt to order thickened stews to put on top of the Tadig. I ordered two that came in good sized bowls for 50 cents each...Such a deal!!! 1a) Fesenjan: A mostly sweet and bit sour thickened stew of mostly pomegranate syrup, ground walnuts, often chicken. Pomegranate symbolizes fertility, rebirth and life in Persian culture, 1b) Ghormeh Sabzi: Less viscous stew made from Sabzi which is any kind of green vegetables but, in this case, spinach, kidney beans, dried limes, and bit of beef. 2) Joojeh Kabab: Cut up pieces of bone in Cornish Game Hen seemingly marinated in yogurt so even the usually dry breast meat is moist, firm yet soft. Bravo! I just wish that some garlic, thyme, oregano, Za'atar, etc. would also have been mixed into the marinade for more complex flavours. Dry, nutty Basmati rice is the default, but I wanted to try their Shirin Polo which is a sweet, orange flavoured Basmati with candied orange zest, and generous amount of Pistachio nuts. I thought it would have been analogous to Canard à l'Orange or French Orange Duck. In their attempt to show home style generosity, the sweet, orange flavour was amped up to the point it became almost a dessert. A more subtle Shirin Polo would have made it a more sophisticated dish. Iranian Black Iced Tea: A richer, slightly stronger tasting tea than the standard wussy Lipton style orange pekoe tea. What lacked in awareness of the higher Persian cuisine, 3+ stars, was made up for by the inexpensive prices and the sheer volume of acceptable food presented. Service is fast, efficient if not particularly warm and personable. 4- stars PS Come for lunch when many of the items are discounted.

This place has been around forever but this was my first time trying it and I was not disappointed…read more I stopped by for dinner with my parents who have been coming here for over 30 years. Kinda bummed they didn't bring me sooner! It is by no means a fancy restaurant but the food is incredible. Persian restaurants are known for their generous portions but man, this place really gives you a lot. Everything was extremely flavorful, tender, and moist. Highly recommend if you're looking for some bomb Persian food!

Food was good Thank you Fresh and hot enjoyed it…read more Staff helpful and friendly. She came to our table to check on us to see if there was anything we needed. In addition the restaurant was clean.

Nice doner kebaps like you might be used to in Europe, here in the US…read more I used to get something very similar while visiting parts of Europe when I wanted something spicy. Used to have to go all the way to San Diego for it, so it's cool they brought it to LA! It's cute they offer a version with fries inside as a nod to that weird old "Cali burrito" trend

Went into panini on father's day and they were busy but the manager Rene took time to answer my…read morequestions on the menu and was very knowledgeable. Very happy with his patience even though they were really busy.

Went to dine in and the manager rene was really nice and fast along with our server Jackie all the…read morefood came out perfect !

We were attending an event at the bookstore next store so it was a no-brainer to give Pi on Sunset…read morea try. Mediterranean food is pretty consistent (ie the same) for my tastes wherever I get it so I was pleasantly surprised by a few elements of Pi. The pies, for example...I tried the Zaatar pie...honestly it was not much more then a thick, airy, freshly made pita with Zataar and olive oil on it...but it's sometimes the simplest things which delight. The Zaatar pie delighted. I tried the Lebanese red wine (I mean, when in a Lebanese restaurant, why not?) And it stood up to any red I'd had anywhere else. The Tabouleh (one of my Mediterranean standards) was fresh made, filling, and a nice companion to the heavier Zaatar pie. It was awfully nice, and unexpected, to get complimentary baklava at the end of the meal...2 generous sized pieces which were pretty indulgent and eliminated the need to get (and pay for) dessert there or anywhere else. Service was lovely...the manager or owner took care of us and made us feel he was truly grateful that we were there. It's also a hookah spot...so if you're not into that vibe or smoke of any kind, (I'm not really) you'll definitely smell that anywhere you are in the restaurant, even if you're not seated next to those using hookahs. If you've got a hankering for Mediterranean...especially a place that has some unique things not at other Mediterranean spots, definitely give Pi on Sunset a shot.

I'm honestly so disappointed in the lunch that was ordered for us today. A group of us didn't bring…read morefood because we were told lunch would be provided. Unfortunately, it was a complete letdown. The sandwich was extremely unappetizing. The bread was soggy and falling apart, and the filling looked and tasted like it had been sitting out way too long. It didn't feel fresh at all, and several of us couldn't even finish it. The fries were even worse, they tasted stale, like they were at least a day or two old, and had that chewy, reheated texture instead of being crispy. Definitely not something anyone would want to eat.

What a delicious hidden gem in Canoga Park. Was craving Persian food but did not want to drive out…read moreto Northridge to my other favorite Persian place so did a yelp search and Kababe Grill came up. Did not know what to expect because it's located in a building that only has a kitchen facility. I walked in, went to the kitchen door and was greeted by Fred. sweet, caring man that just wants to make delicious food served with a wonderful smile. Since my son was coming over, I ordered two koobedieh combos (beef and chicken ) and a falafel plate. OMG, so good, so much flavor and huge portions. The rice is perfectly seasoned and fluffy, the skewers were juicy and tasty. The falafel, the best I've ever had! So yelp community, I would be so grateful if you support this small family run business. You will not be disappointed. They also cater, score!!

Scrolling through Yelp in Canoga Park thinking, "I want Mediterranean... specifically…read morePersian/Iranian?" Look no further. This spot is takeout only, hidden in what basically feels like a restaurant warehouse, and as you walk down to pick up your food you genuinely start wondering, "Where the hell am I?" Then the aroma hits and suddenly you're floating like a cartoon character following the smell trail. I got the beef koobideh and WOW! Perfectly seasoned, insanely flavorful, fluffy rice, and the shirazi salad absolutely slapped. All this for $15 in 2026 when gas is $6.30. And the service? So kind. The person I called taking my order was sweet, everyone at pickup was welcoming, and I swear someone's grandma was in the kitchen because the food tasted like a warm hug. I don't usually write reviews unless the food is genuinely special, and I definitely don't gatekeep good food. So if you're craving Persian food, place the order now.

These wonderful folks handled a 18 person graduation party for my two sons…read more Extremely accommodating, great food and fresh juices. Thank you all for making a challenging event look easy. Best to you all!

So I was in a Gyro mood and usually when around Northridge I go for Pita Pocket but this time I…read morewanted to try this place out as I've always driven by it so I always wondered how it is. So I ordered 3 Gyro meals. Lamb, chicken, and beef with the combo meal fries and drink. For the 3 sandwiches with each of them having a side of small fries and small drink I paid $71.29 for the entire order which is crazy in itself but the real crime was the food here, I am surprised how this place is been running business this whole time. First thing you do when you sit in a car? Take a few bites of the fries, and let me tell you that shit got stuck in my throat from how dry and nasty it was absolutely no SALT on any of the sandwiches and or fries... We all know salt makes everything more delicious and we had none of it. Me and 2 of my guests all had complaints on how unsalted and bland the food was. Also with a gyro usually you need a garlic sauce aka white sauce for my New Yorkers, they tried to charge me $5.90 for a SMALL plastic side of garlic sauce for my $20 sandwich. Save your money head over to Pita Pocket or any other gyro spots cuz this ain't it. It's really not hard to get a gyro down. Trader Joes also has a box of gyro meat you can buy make at home and I did once and it was WAYYYY better then this place lol. This place gets 0 stars for charging customers $20+ for a freaking combo meal that doesn't even include a garlic sauce.

Amazing food and service. We had pre ordered Togo as we were on traveling and wanted to pick up and…read morego. But when we reached we were super hungry and asked the owner if we can dine in. Owner was very accommodating and we had some of the best Manaish breads. Best were Cheese and Sujook and spicy chicken pizza. Would definitely come back here

very tasty very clean food and atmosphere plenty of…read moreparking,nice smile while serving highly recommended