Really bummed about this one. I live on the block and have ordered take-out from Anwar probably…read moreover 100 times. Open until 4am, their food was always fresh, clean, the staff were polite and professional, and the price was about the best deal you'd find downtown. A good, honest restaurant and business, which is rare in LA these days. I walked down there tonight and can confirm that the place is closed and the inside is being cleared out. Not sure why, but since there have been other locations around the LA area over the past several years, maybe they're just moving again. I wish them all the best! To Anwar and staff, thank you for the delicious and healthy food over the years, and for running a tight ship. I hope I see that Wolverine mural pop up somewhere else, soon!

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.

We came to H&H during DineLA on a Saturday night with a reservation. Though it took about 10…read moreminutes to be sat, once we were, we had a great experience! The DineLA experience included unlimited wine and a limited menu of their typical meats. All of the meats were delicious, and the bar of sides was comprehensive...I didn't try anything I didn't like! The sweet grilled pineapple they serve at the end is insane, I would come back just for that. The interior is nice, and the service was great. Sometimes at bottomless events places are stingey, but H&H made sure we got our money's worth!

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.

One of the best meals I've ever eaten!…read more My son works at a companion restaurant and suggested Bavel, so off we went. We decided it best to just get a bunch of spreads and appetizers. In order of serving.... Trout crudo - great way to start the evening. Fresh raw trout in a citrus broth. We both marveled at the flavor. Wanted some bread to sop up the jus. Chicken liver pate - i spotted this early and no doubt we were going to order. The pate was served with thick bread and a honey pomegranate jam. That pate... three days later and I cant stop thinking about it. So rich and flavorful. My son loved the jam, but the pate spread on the bread, omg, so friggin good. Next up was the grilled kholrabi. This was on the house. Not something we would have ordered, but we would have missed out on a great dish. Kholrabi reminded me of well cooked onion... soft and sweet. This was served with a tzadiki that added the acid that the dish needed. Amazing. Next up, oyster mushrooms. Nicely cooked, spongy and tasty. The prawns were the last of our savories. Six well grilled whole prawns. The harissa added a degree of spice. To cool the dish, a cucumber tzadiki that really set the dish. What an explosion of spice and cool. We were going to be done but I spied the nougat ice cream bar on the menu. We ordered one to split and OMG what a fantastic finish to an amazing meal. We had amazing service to help us through the meal. Sad that I live 2000 miles from LA. I'm sure my son will be back soon and I'll be jealous. Ready to book my next trip west!

I love Lebanese, Israeli, and Armenian cuisine, so seeing it elevated in a modern fine-dining way…read morewas a lot of fun. The duck hummus, shawarma neck, and tuna kibbeh were all standout dishes. Why overpay at places like Raffi's Place, where the food feels overpriced without showing where the extra money went? Here, you can actually see the quality, creativity, and presentation that justify the price, and the packed dining room proves it. The only downside was that the waitress pushed an appetizer on us twice when we really didn't need it. Two entrées are more than enough to fill you up. Also, because the restaurant stays so busy, don't expect much small talk with the staff. It's very efficient and businesslike, but your food arrives quickly and on time.

I came here mostly for the shawarma but ended up loving the manti too. The shawarma was really…read moreflavorful and fresh, with juicy meat and a good balance of ingredients instead of being overloaded with sauce. The manti were probably my favorite part though -- soft, comforting, and tasting much more homemade than I expected. It felt like the kind of food that's simple but genuinely satisfying. The atmosphere was relaxed and casual, and the portions were good for the price. Definitely a place I'd come back to when I want something filling and flavorful without overcomplicating it

I tired a few items It's a hit or miss…read more It's just alright Good when in the area but won't go out of my way for it

My favorite KBBQ spot. Amazing service and delicious food. Was served by the wonderful Mr. Kim and…read morewill ask to be served by him for future visits. Gave great food and drinks recommendations. Truly made it a memorable visit.

Chef Alex was phenomenal and made sure we all were full and content! Food was amazing and juicy…read more Restaurant was clean and had good ambiance.

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 stumble up on this place after TCB in DTLA, it is tuck between buildings also being a dark…read morebuilding make kinda hard to spot. Habchihana Grill frist started in a food truck, and now there are four more location with one opening soon. You order at the window and wait till your numder is called, there is also a covered patio that has tables and stools that are boited to the ground. We ordered two chicken bowls plus garlic noodles, everything tasted very good and was season well, they six sauce you can purchase, we got three sauce, yum yum, ginger, and the garlic butter belive me when I say all three were finger licking good. Here are the meats that this Japanese restaurant serve up, shrimp, chicken, NY steak, filet mignon, salmon, lobster and sushi, I will be back here when in the area

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.

I had a great time at Cali chilli. My boyfriend used to live in the area and I always wanted to…read morestop by but never had a chance to until yelp elite did an event here. I got the pani puri poppers, the cali chilli butter chicken pot pie, and a chai latte. The pot pie was so delicious I think they used naan on top of the butter chicken. It was such a delightful combination. The pani puri was a fun experience. You got pair different sauces with the puff puri bites. Overall the meal was comforting, hearty, and left me full. The server was attentive and the restaurant is beautiful. Parking can be a hassle but they do validate. I hope more people check out this restaurant because it def should not be missed!

If you are specifically looking for halal options, this place is a great choice. The food is very…read morefresh and generously loaded with toppings. Everything tastes flavorful and well prepared. I have been here many times and it has always been satisfying. I have tried both takeout and dine-in. The ambiance is chill and not too busy, and the staff is nice and helpful. Definitely recommended for good halal food.

Horrible freezer burn tasting fried chicken! Even the tater tots that came with the chicken had…read morethe same weird taste! Ugh! I trusted the ratings!!! I can't believe how bad this was! And I'm mad I paid $16.99 for this! Super bad quality! I got the garlic popcorn chicken. Not going into my stomach, I wasted it! Ugh! Absolutely no way this place has such a high rating serving this crap! Shocked!

My friend got Indian food a few weeks ago so I felt inspired to get some too (or Pakistani food,…read morenot sure). Regardless, I've been here a few times and have always enjoyed it. I love how big the naan is that they give you. They make it fresh too. Even though I've tried a bunch of their skewers, this time I tried the fish karahi, which came with my choice of naan or rice. I chose naan. It was really good but it was a little too spicy for me. The cashier told me they could add yogurt the next time around. However, what really stood out is how the fish was cooked. I feel in American restaurants, fish is just cooked in a way that makes it just taste ok. However, at like Chinese restaurants, they really know how to make the fish taste amazing and have it be so plump and juicy. They make their fish like that here! The juicy and plump way where you're just like, "Wow I just want to keep eating this!" I also got a chicken roll too which is fried and crispy. Good appetizer. They also have water for free here too but I didn't see the dispenser so I just brought something from my car in. The ambiance is cozy here. Nice seating area. Worth visiting if you want really good LA Indian food and haven't been spoiled by extraordinary SF Indian food.

I kept hearing about this place and finally gave it a shot. The service was very friendly. The…read moreplace is pretty sparse and pretty much what you'd expect from a small Ktown strip mall spot. We got the Lamb Dam Biriyani and the mixed grill (which came with 5 different kinda of meat). The seasoning and spices were on point. Great flavors, the right amount of heat, and something you can't really get elsewhere. My main issue was the quality of meat. Since this is supposed to be an affordable lunch spot, the meat was lower quality and really hindered the dishes. Too much fat, too much skin, too much gristle. I would love to see these spices on higher quality meat, that to me would be a 5/5.