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

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!

That's some real Lebanese food. Delicious chicken & steak kabobs. The meat is so soft, juicy, &…read moreflavorful. You rlly can't top this. The salad is so underrated. The falafel has that true authentic taste. Literally everything was a hit. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

I was very disappointed by the way we were treated during our recent visit. I had invited several…read moreguests to this restaurant, and I paid the bill at the end of our meal. We were among the last customers, and the staff had already started mopping and bleaching the floors while we were finishing up. As we were leaving, the woman at the cashier--whether she was the owner or an employee, I'm not sure--stopped me in front of all of my guests and said, "You didn't pay for the tip." My guests immediately turned toward me, and the situation was extremely embarrassing and uncomfortable. A tip is discretionary and is based on the customer's experience and what they choose to give. It should not be demanded or called out publicly, especially in front of someone's guests. If a restaurant has a service charge or other mandatory fee, that is different and should be clearly stated on the bill. Regardless of how much someone chooses to tip, customers should be treated respectfully and privately. Unfortunately, the way this was handled completely overshadowed our meal and left a very negative impression.

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.

Amazing place. A "cant go wrong" when you're looking for clean, healthy, and a great priced…read morerestaurant. The atmosphere is clean and bright, very inviting. The staff is always friendly and accurate with the orders. I like my steaks medium to rare, and they alway make it just as i ordered. I come in at least once a week when i don't have time to cook at home. Last but not least if you're into fitness or in Keto, you can order protein a la carté. Highly recommended.

Everything is made to order but it took a long time to get my order considering I was the only…read morecustomer in the restaurant at 11:30am. Food was plentiful - roasted Anaheim pepper and tomato, chicken and beef louleh and probably 2 cups of rice for $17. I'm not sure what the two sauces were but they were good and needed as the meat was dry but flavorful. Staff greeted me but you could tell it was forced. Truly seemed like she didn't want to be there on a Wednesday morning and gave the Costco driver attitude as well when he made a delivery.

On Glenoaks there are so many shawarma places to choose from, but this place really stands out in…read morethe crowd! We actually went to another local spot that was closed so we re-routed here because it was the best looking option within 5 minutes of where we were. It's a small, clean shop with a counter to order. It looks like they probably do a lot of take out. They have a nice outdoor patio area. The menu is large with standard shawarma items, but also the flat bread stuff too. We got a lamb shawarma wrap, a chicken shawarma sandwich and a beef bowl along with a couple of lahmajun and a fresh baguette and baklava. Everything was excellent! The lamb was incredible, very tender and flavorful in a nice lavaosh. The chicken had great seasoning and the fresh bread was so good. Both were very large, like almost too much for one person. The bowl had pickles and great flavors. The lahmajun with cheese was my favorite but both were very good. The workers were friendly and helpful. It was our first time so we were asking questions and they were happy to help. We asked for more sauce and a couple things and they were great.

Oh my goodness what a wonderful find!!! Delicious Schwarma, but in a delectable Pizza?!?!?? YES!!!…read moreMichael at GLENDALE SCHWARMA welcomed me so warmly knowing this was my first time dining at Glendale Schwarma. He courteously asked if I had any allergies to be sure I would enjoy the full flavors of the Beef Schwarma Pizza. With delicious food made fresh so quickly and polite service with a smile, you can bet I'll be back for sure, Michael at Glendale Schwarma!!!

This place looks amazing and brand new for being 37 years old! In restaurant years that's ancient,…read moreso I had to try it out. It's a bright, clean, neutral open space that is beautiful and lends itself well for large groups. It's had a recent renovation that added a full bar and beautiful light fixtures. I'm not much of a drinker so I skipped the bar this time and dove right into some appetizers. Hummus, chiblinkis, and dolma to start along with some bread. They serve healthy portions so I knew we ordered too much food but that's ok we live close and took some home before heading to the game. Next up we had the combo plate that had both beef and chicken and we also ordered the Cornish hen. Both entrees come with half a pot of rice it seemed, along with a tomato and an Anaheim chili that were also charred to perfection like the meat. The meats were lovely, perfectly seasonad and kissed by fire, making them juicy and tasty. This is a hearty meal that won't leave you hungry and defies expectations. It's a kebab but it's more, simple, yummy and grilled just right. We ordered one of their alternative rice dishes which had barberries (cherries) it's different but it works! Service was good not great but the meal more than made up for it being a bit sluggish. They have parking along the side of the building which isn't enough but I think you can probably park along the street too.

This was our favorite Armenian/Persian food spot when we lived in Burbank. Came back after 2 years…read moreand was surprised to see the renovation! Not only is the inside seating completely upgraded, they also refined their flavors and seasoning. Our group of six got 2 ribs, 2 chicken, and 2 beef koobideh, Persian salad, hummus and eggplant dip. The food was all amazing. Everyone's favorite was the ribs. They are perfectly grilled and seasoned. The Persian salad was also fresh and paired perfectly as a side. Service was very attentive. Love the new vibes at Adana!

I don't work around the corner anymore, so it's been years since I've stopped into Café Bravo…read more The quality and flavor is still the same as it was years ago, and I'm so happy to see that they've withstood the pandemic and still seem to be thriving, which means we're all winners and we have this tasty fare to consume for years to come! The service has always been and continues to be top-tier, and the ambience is very casual, relaxed and inviting.

Today we catered food for our family of 8 and had a great experience. They have a package for a…read morenumber of people and it is sets you choose two sides. We called a day in advance to place the order and the earliest pick up was 11:30. I highly recommend!

First time here! The dress code seemed pretty casual. We were probably some of the most dressed up…read morepeople there. The drinks were nice and I really liked their cocktails. Food was great overall. My only suggestion would be the fried pelmeni, which were served dry. Coming from the culture, I would've expected them with sour cream or even tkemali on the side. They tasted good but dry on their own. Otherwise, service was great, the ambiance was nice, and everything was priced pretty well. If you're getting one of the more expensive steaks, I'd say the overall price point is pretty comparable to Hillstone restaurants. Definitely a nice spot if you're looking for a modern Armenian/Georgian and Mediterranean fusion experience.

Wow!! What an amazing place, nice ambiance, delicious food, great service!! I'm going back again…read moreThe cleanliness the decor was amazing. I had the tomato omelette, it was to die for. I will try something else next time I go. Their menu is exquisite. You will thank me later

I just wanted to write about my experiences at Salt & Olive in Glendale California…read more The food is always delicious and the service is on point all the time. I would like to point out that I have been coming here for brunch on weekends and dinners during the week for many years. I always look for Rubi as she is exceptionally good at her job and she knows by memory what we eat each time we come in. She definitely knows how to treat her customers and I have seen firsthand that her section is always full with returning customers. Thank you Rubi for always treating us amazing at Salt & Olive!!

After a day of moving and setting up a classroom for a friend, we were hungry and needed to eat…read more Preferably something healthy. Found Salt and Olive down the street and we really enjoyed our meals. The restaurant is very nice and comfortable. We sat on the patio and got our menus right away. Water came right after that. It was between lunch and dinner time and there was just one person taking orders. It took a while to get our order placed, but the food came out shortly after that. The restaurant is very comfortable with a good amount of tables. The menu is pretty thorough and offers a lot of options. We went with a chicken wrap and a chicken kabob plate. Both dishes were cooked correctly, lots of flavor and presented well. The chicken was flavorful, and were good size pieces. The rice was very fluffy and had a nice flavor as well. The salad was basically just a salad. Not a lot to say about it. We were both full and happy when we were done with the meal. There is a parking lot that you can get your ticket validated for 90 minutes. We were lucky and found street parking very nearby. For the price, this is a good place. Not very pricey, it is a pretty good value. I did not get around to ordering any Baklava, but I saw a plate come out and I need to be sure to order it next time. It looked so good.