Carousel is hands down the best Mediterranean spot. I've been coming here for years and it never…read moredisappoints. Their arayes are a must -- it's basically like a lahmajun with two pieces pressed together, and it's insanely good. I usually go all in and order the tabbouleh, babaganoush, a pound of lula kebab, and shish kebab. Honestly, if you're with 2+ people (or even just really hungry), ordering by the pound with sides is way better value than getting individual plates. You get more variety and it just feels like the right way to eat here. Every now and then I'll switch it up and get the liver plate -- it comes with tons of greens and onions, and when you wrap everything in their fresh pita, it's incredible. Not an everyday order, but when you're in the mood for it, it hits. If you dine in, the indoor decor is super nice and really gives that authentic Mediterranean vibe. They also play a lot of 90s music, which somehow fits perfectly and adds to the whole experience. I've dined in plenty of times and the service is always solid -- staff is friendly and attentive. Just a heads up, food can take a little longer sometimes, but that's because they're always busy and everything is made fresh, so it's worth the wait. I've also done takeout here more times than I can count -- probably over 100 orders at this point -- which says everything. This is easily one of my go-to spots and I keep coming back for a reason.

I've been enjoying this restaurant for many years and always like to pop in occasionally for an…read moreitem or two. While I usually enjoy the chicken sandwich toasted, today I decided to try the chicken Shawarma plate. It came with a nice side of hummus, garlic spread, tahini, and a few other tidbits to layer your flavors. The people here are always very friendly, although they did miss one of the items on my over the phone order, even though when they read it back to me all my items were there... I really like the carnival vibe on the exterior of the building and you will be surprised that the interior of the restaurant is nicer than you would expect. The location is a little out of the way and the parking lot always seems too full, but this is a great place to check out if you've never been here, highly recommend the chicken wrap sandwich, make sure you get it toasted!

This was genuinely one of the best meals I've ever had. Raffi's has been on my list of spots to try…read morefor years, and I can't believe it took me so long to finally come here! My friend and I shared the Shirazi salad, Hummus, and Koobideh, all of which were absolutely delicious and are great portion sizes. The koobideh was tender and paired amazing with the buttery rice, hummus was blended so smoothly and we had it with the soft lavash, and the shirazi salad was a refreshing bite in between. I will 1000% be returning soon to try new dishes. The wait was about an hour on a weekend dinner, but there are areas to walk around nearby to pass the time, so it doesn't feel too long. Additionally, parking isn't difficult to find since there's a structure to the side. It was such a scrumptious meal, and I'd absolutely recommend it to anyone, the drive is worth it!

Food is delicious and fresh Customer service is amazing…read more The vibe is nice Will be back again

Yummy and affordable Armenian food! I tried Armenian food for the first time, and Zhengyalov Hatz…read morewas the perfect stepping stone for that! The Zhengyalov hatz and lahmajun are made fresh behind the counter by Armenian women, and service was fast and efficient. Zhengyalov hatz was simple, but flavorful and fresh; tasted light and refreshing with all of the herbs and veggies inside. Lahmajun was crispy like a cracker, yet so savory and well-spiced in its meat on top. Armenian food is delicious, and I have to thank Zhengyalov Hatz for introducing me to it. If I lived closer, I'd happily return for more!

Love this place. We come here all the time, and I like to get take out to bring home and eat the…read morerest of the day. I have to know, though. It's one zhengalov hatz, so is it two zhengalov hatzes?

Food is so good I wish we came with a bigger group and could order more. Baba Gnoush is great and…read morethe beef is so tender! The restaurant is a part of Hollywood history and such a great vibe.

Our dance group came here after our performance in LA to celebrate his birthday! We had a…read morereservation for 9. The waiter or owner Baba, was so very welcoming and wanted us to feel like we were at home. He was very attentive and described our dishes perfectly! Delicious Would definitely recommend coming here! Charming and cozy and friendly!

Restaurant is called Elysee now. (I do not see on yelp)…read more Hrach was fabulous. Vip super secret and private dining room perfrct for intimate parties, dates, or planning murder of your ex. Literally my friend and I were talking about anything and everything in the comfort of our own private room, with our own private air conditioning unit Food and service A+

Ate Armenian food for the 1st time. Got the Oxtail Khashlava, Eggplant dip, and Ground beef kebab…read more(my finger covered up the picture). I'm no Armenian food expert, but I felt All three were delicious and well seasoned. Reminds me of Persian food & some Mediterranean food, but even better ! Service was great. Louisa was very attentive and helpful for answering our questions. Ambiance: This place is definitely geared towards hardcore old world immigrants. Decor is super extra. Folks drive black Mercedes. They started doing live music at one point, and I felt like we were in another country. I love it.

The food here was great but what really stands out is the service. I've seen some reviews mention…read morelong waits but luckily for us, that wasn't the case. We were immediately greeted by the owner who excels at friendly banter and salesmanship (not in a pushy way - he clearly loves what he does and wants people to enjoy good food, so he happily gave some recommendations). We got the lule with a sparkling water and a salad, then were surprised with an extra side of rice so we could try the ghee and another sparkling water, courtesy of the owner. The chicken was incredibly moist and flavorful and I loved the added bonus of the onions that we could pull together into a wrap. I can't complain about the price either because between the 2 of us, we were satisfyingly full with just one order. Excellent spot for a casual lunch or takeout. I absolutely will come back to try the chicken Cesar.

I was looking forward to trying Mini Kabob for so long, but due to my schedule and their hours, it…read moredidn't work out so easily. But at last! Yesterday we finally had time to come by and it was just okay. I love to see them thriving and see how supportive their client base is. Personally, I was underwhelmed. I have Armenian, Persian, Middle Eastern, and all similar foods ALL the time (and I am Armenian). The Luleh didn't look appealing, but it was actually good. I liked that it wasn't over-seasoned like most places. The chicken kabob was just okay. Nothing really stood out about it, except that it was a little undercooked in the middle, yet still charred on the outside. The flavor of the rice was alright, but the consistency was too watery/ mushy. I liked the humus - the flavors weren't overbearing. Overall, it was okay. The portion was good but the place in general is a little overpriced. Service was alright, the girl taking our order was nice but nothing stood out. PS - no trash cans. When you're done, you have to walk over to a large dumpster to throw your trash in.

I've never had Georgian food, so it was very intriguing when our friend introduced us to one in…read moreGlendale. The restaurant is situated in a small strip mall with some parking spaces. When we first walked into the restaurant we thought we were the only patrons, then we found out the host just likes to seat people in the private booths which are separated from the main dining room by straw dividers. I read on the other reviews that they thought the server was not very nice, however my experience was the opposite - she provided helpful input when we asked for advices on the cuisine, and even recommended us to try the khinkali with sour cream which she provided and didn't have to. On to the food - we ordered the eggplant appetizer, it's similar to baba ghanouj but this one is a bit spicier and so yummy with the bread that came with it. We also ordered khinkali which is Georgian's version dumplings (we ordered the boiled version but there's also fried ones available). The skin is on the thicker side and was very chewy, the filling was well spiced with herbs, when you cut into it the juices come flowing out, yum! Our fav dish was the chimeruli which is baked hen drenched in a garlicky cream sauce that was more of a soup to me and i could not stop drinking it down! The hen was roasted so nicely with crispy skin, and along with the sauce just made the whole dish so hearty. Things are on the pricier side but I would still definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who's adventurous in trying different cuisines. It was interesting to note that they had two menus, one for Georgian foods, and the other for Armenian foods. Btw the restaurant charges a "non cash fee" for all non cash payments.

The Khinkali was pretty good and the bread was fantastic. I did not enjoy the Sacivi as much to be…read morehonest, but I think it might be just due to regional differences, we prepare it slightly different which I prefer. Service is quick and attentive as well.

The best khinkali in Glendale! If you're craving delicious, authentic Georgian food, I highly…read morerecommend this place. Without a doubt, one of the best Georgian restaurants in Glendale!

Me and a few friends decided to try this place for the first time, and unfortunately, it was a very…read moreunpleasant experience. The service was awful. Our server initially got our order wrong, specifically the type of khinkali we ordered, and instead of taking accountability for the mistake, she insisted that we had ordered incorrectly. After that, her attitude became very cold and unwelcoming. When we wanted to order additional food, we had to repeatedly wave her down just to get her to come back to our table. Given the poor service and overall experience, we decided not to leave a tip. When she picked up the receipt book and saw this, she stormed away from our table without saying a single word. Overall, the service was extremely disappointing and unprofessional, and the food was also overly salty. Definitely not the experience we expected, and unfortunately, we will not be returning.

This is not the best Armenian restaurant in the world. It is also not the most glamorous, the most…read moretrendy, nor the most ambitious. But it is without question the most important Armenian restaurant in the world. Armenians are simultaneously a diaspora people, a people of the book, and an old country people. Therefore, odd as it may seem, it is entirely appropriate that the most important Armenian restaurant in the world should not be located in Armenia at all, but should serve a diaspora community in a way that makes them feel connected to home, both interns of cuisine and in terms of communal warmth. Technically, this is more of a Lebanese restaurant than an Armenian restaurant, but that hardly matters. It's a place of celebration, merriment, laughter, and tears. In short, it is THE gathering place for Armenians in Southern California. Because of its fame and importance, the thing that is consistently overlooked about this restaurant is just how excellent the food is. Bring a Lebanese expat here and you will invariably hear them say after the first bite of hummus that it doesn't compare to the hummus they used to enjoy in Beirut. By the middle of the bowl, they will say that it actually is not as bad as they first thought. By the end of the bowl they will declare that this hummus ranks among the greatest they have ever tasted. Carousel does not overwhelm you. It seduces you. And you'll be back.

The party lunch is a must-try! You need to be at least 2 people to enjoy this delicious and…read moregenerous meal.Drinks are yummy Salad Rice Hummus & Mutabbal Tabbouleh Cheese Fresh vegetables Chicken Filet Bulgur pilaf ...and so much more! The flavors are absolutely delicious, the music is delightful, and the ambiance is warm, welcoming, and friendly. The servers are also wonderful and attentive. Great food, great atmosphere, and a great experience. Highly recommended!

A definite must try. The food is amazing. I got the beef Lulah plate, it came with 2 sides and a…read morebed of rice. The beef was perfectly seasoned, the red cabbage salad was fresh and crunchy, the rice was fluffy and tasty, and the hummus was delish. I was given a basket of pita and lavash bread to enjoy with my meal. Tereza is such a beautiful angel; she was very sweet and welcoming)) The place is beautifully decorated, the ambiance is calm and relaxed, they have great music playing. The parking lot is quismall but there's plenty of space on the major streets.

When you're ready to have a delicious and quality Russian/Armenian meal in Sherman Oaks, then…read moreshowing up at Restaurant Areni is the right way to go! Owner Teresa greets you here with a smile and is diligent in getting your order so you can start your delicious journey! We started with being adventurous and asked her for some suggestions. Whatever she said, we said "Yes" to! The journey began with the Cherry Plum juice, Borcht, Georgian Khinkali, Beef Xashlama, Chicken Pagarske Cutlet, Kievske Cutlet and we finished off lunch with some strong thick Armenian Coffee and some Napoleon Cake for dessert! After everything was said and done, we were full, content and very happy that we came! See you here!