If you're into bold, meat-heavy bites with serious flavor, Arais Machane Yehuda absolutely…read moredelivers. The ribeye arais was the standout--crispy, toasted pita on the outside with insanely juicy, well-seasoned ribeye packed inside. Every bite had that perfect balance of crunch and richness, and it didn't need much sauce, but the dips on the side took it up another level. The lamb arais was just as impressive--slightly more gamey (in a good way), super tender, and loaded with spices that gave it a deep, savory kick. You can tell they're not holding back on quality or flavor here. The sides tied everything together--the fresh tomato salad cut through the richness, and the pickles and sauces added that extra punch to keep every bite interesting. Overall, this spot is all about simple food done really right--crispy, juicy, flavorful, and satisfying. Definitely a must if you're craving something hearty and different.

Arais Machane Yehuda LA, is a unique, one of a kind, Israeli Restaurant, serving food that is not…read morefound anywhere, in the SFV or even in LA. It gets its name and style of cooking simple Israeli food, from the famous market, of the same name, in Jerusalem. Important to note that Arais (Arayes), is actually a street food. Essentially, a homemade small triangular pita, stuffed with succulent meat, then freshly baked on a continuous rotating large plate, at the center of a gas fire clay oven called the "taboon". The menu here is very basic, but high in quality, ingredients and freshness. There are also other offerings. The owner is charming and most welcoming to all the patrons. Yes, there is love and affection. He has personality, that you hardly ever see in any restaurant. Providing complimentary tastings of his items, while you wait for their preparation and production, to go. In my case, small portions of the warm garbanzo beans with freshly made (silky and smooth) hummus, then pickles and onions, also with dipping. Both fantastic. If you do not get Arias when you are here, you are missing the point, or maybe in the wrong place. My choice was Lamb Arias, to go. 4 crisp and charred triangular pieces fresh off the taboon, accompanied with regular and green tahini sauces, and a small, unimpressive tomato onion salad ($26). The lamb meat was juicy, well seasoned and cooked perfect. Also, as a side, I added the Potatoes "Medura" ($7). This was truly amazing. Thick longitudinal wedges, well browned on the outside and soft on the inside. Overall, an unforgettable experience. Excellent service, fantastic food, and an unforgettable warm and comfortable experience.

The food and vibes are amazing! And Cesar is the best waitress. He takes care of us every single…read moretime. Best night!

We went to TLV Tapas for the first time last night and absolutely loved it. We've been hearing…read moregreat things about this place for a while, so we finally decided to check it out--and it definitely lived up to the hype. The décor is beautiful and the vibe is great. I know it turns more nightclub-like on Thursdays and Saturdays, but even on a Wednesday it felt lively and fun. The music was good and there were lots of birthday celebrations, which added to the festive atmosphere. We started with the bluefin crispy rice and the truffle sashimi from the specials menu. Both were good, but honestly I'd probably skip the raw bar next time because some of the other dishes were even better. The short rib cigar and the arais were fantastic. The real standouts were the oyster mushrooms--arguably the best mushrooms I've ever had--and the hanging tender skewer. Both were absolutely delicious and must-orders. We finished with the bread pudding, which was probably the least impressive dish of the night, but overall the meal and drinks were excellent. Huge shout-out to our waiter, Cesar, who made the experience even better. He was incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely great at what he does. When we come back, we'll definitely be asking to sit in his section!

I love this place! Their toasts (paninis) are the best! The bagel is fresh and yummy!…read more The pizza looks great too!!

We had lunch there this afternoon. It was our second time there, and the food did not disappoint!…read more Everything was fresh and delicious. Hats off to Taboni -- a Kosher Pizza oasis in Tarzana!

The Hummus Bar and Grill, is an Israeli restaurant in Tarzana that has an enticing menu. Different…read moretypes of salads, kebabs, hummus, etc. There are several mouthwatering items. It is one place that always puts me in a conundrum, because there is so much here to order. Since about 6 months, they've been opening at 9 am, with an additional spread of breakfast selections. Yes, you can get the Israeli breakfast, as well a selection of numerous salads, if you are looking for something unique. Kind of a small tasting menu, if you will. I came here for lunch, to order my favorites. You have to start with small bites and I always gravitate towards the falafel. It comes with eight fresh and perfectly deep fried balls that are optimally crisped (and crunchy) on the outside, with a soft tasty green filling on the inside. That, with the accompanying tahini sauce, takes you to another place. Always consistent. Hard to come here without making a choice from the butchers section. I go for the middle eastern kabob (this time one skewer) that arrived just after it was grilled with good char, nice coloring, succulent and exploding with fragrance and taste. Each bite allowed you to taste the moist meat and its spices. For my sides, the mashed potatoes (with onions) had wonderful texture and mouthfeel. For the second side, my choice was the house hummus, good body, silky feel and a thick wholesome and smooth blend of its ingredients. It lubricates your tongue. That, when scooped up with pieces of fresh Laffa bread, really hits the spot. Service was attentive, thoughtful and informative. Need to come back often, to try more from the menu. IMHO, this could easily be the best Israeli restaurant in the Valley and to think of it, even in the Los Angeles area.

Food quality is very good. Service very efficient. The ambiance not so nice. As you enter you'll…read moresee I think is the kitchen. Looks a little sloppy and unorganized. It is a little too pricy I think it's due to too much food. French fries was saggy and greasy. The sandwich content included a lot of stuff to a point that you can't eat the pita sandwich without utensils. I wish I had a choice not to order the French fries at least I was not offered. I saw the Humus with mushroom was being served and it looked really good. I guess we'll try to dine in next time to get a better assessment and I'll update my review.

Delicious food. Great service and verity options to choose…read morefrom. Gluten free pizza is great for those who can't have the regular

I've eaten at this place a few times, and I do enjoy coming back. The food is tasty, and you can…read moretell it's made with good-quality ingredients. It's not anything special or out of the ordinary, but it definitely does the job. The place itself is small, simple, and nice--clean and well organized. The atmosphere is calm and pleasant, and it's a good spot if you're looking for something casual and not too fancy. The service was good, and the woman working there was kind and patient, which added to the overall experience. The only reason I didn't give five stars is the wait time, which was a bit longer than expected. Other than that, it's a nice, solid place, and I would come back again

Danielle catered a dinner party for my husband's birthday. He had been CRAVING ribs and barbecue,…read morebut since we keep kosher, it had been years. Danielle worked with me to plan a menu and truly went out of her way to make it easy. Her team delivered the food to our venue ahead of time and gave us easy to follow heating instructions. Our friends and family were blown away by the quantity and quality of the food - short ribs, birria, bbq chicken, green beans, and cornbread - and Danielle threw in pickles and other fixings. She advised me to get chips and rolls and WOW, our guests were so happy. Cannot recommend enough. Not only is Danielle an amazing chef, she's a mensch too. Absolutely worth the price, every penny.

This is the BEST BBQ out there! No one compares to Holy Smokes!! Even my kids love it!read more

Wowwwwwwwww. Came here Christmas Day. They were slammed with SO many orders and now I know why…read more Our plate order comes with rice, small bunch of fries, and 2 fluffy pitas. I couldn't even finish one entire order! You order, they will call you for your turn, come up and order which sides you like (or don't like) Giant portions: they stacked SO much vegetables in the plate order. Fresh vegetables!! None of them tasted overly marinated. Hummus smooth like a baby's butt. Meat was a little salty but with all the sides, absolutely delicious. Must come back for the schnitzel and falafel.

Food here is no less than amazing. I must be honest and say that when I got here I didn't have high…read moreexpectations. But from the way the food was served, looks authentic, and from the first bite, I knew it is a hit, So lace is clean, owner and employees super nice, and overall a place I will return to and that I already recommended. Good job!!

Solid neighborhood café that consistently delivers. The tuna sandwich is a standout -- flavorful…read morewithout being overly fishy, and served on excellent bread that really makes the dish. I always order the French toast when I'm here; it comes with a fun assortment of jams and spreads and is perfect for sharing (or not). The Bureka platter is also very good and perfect for sharing, making it a great option if you want to try a little bit of everything. Coffee is reliably good with plenty of drink options, pricing feels very fair for the quality, and there's tons of seating both indoors and on a spacious outdoor patio. Bonus points for never having a wait. Easy spot to return to again and again.

I visited Polina Cafe today around 10:00 AM, and unfortunately, it was a very disappointing…read moreexperience. While the environment is nicely designed and looks great, the pleasant experience ended as soon as I walked in and ordered. The service was slow and overall terrible. The staff was completely unhelpful when I asked for assistance with the wifi, making it a frustrating place to try to get any work done. The wifi was terribly slow and would not even open google. As for the coffee, my Americano was bland and overpriced. To make matters worse, the to-go cup was leaky, which just added to the frustration. I left feeling very unhappy and would not recommend this spot if you are looking for a fun time or a productive place to work. There are better options in the area.

Finally had the chance to try this place after having it bookmarked for so long--and it did not…read moredisappoint! The bread was incredibly flaky and tasted amazing. The warm, melty cheese inside paired perfectly with the crispy exterior. I tried it with the tomato and seasoning that came with it, and it really elevated every bite and brought out all the flavors of the pastry. The egg was cooked perfectly and seasoned just right. The whole combination of the Borekas, the boiled egg, and the pickle with the tomato sauce is like heaven in one bite. Everything just works so well together. Plus, i ordered it 40 mins before closing and got there 10 mins before they closed and they waited for me. Great customer service, great food! I'll definitely be coming back!

Literally insanely tasty-- will absolutely be going back…read more Walked in and ordered (tiny place with outside patio), and it took maybe 5 minutes to get. Employees are nice enough.

I'm giving this place 4 stars. If we talk about taste alone it's definitely a 5. The food was very…read moredelicious and everything tasted fresh. The place is clean, the atmosphere is nice, and the service was very good. It's a good spot to sit for a quiet breakfast, whether you come alone or as a couple. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is the price. It's a bit expensive. I ordered one toast and an appetizer platter and it came out to about $60 before tip, which feels a little high. Would I come back? Yes, for sure. Especially if someone is visiting from Israel and wants a good Israeli style breakfast. But coming here regularly with the whole family could get very expensive.

Food: They were out of tofu…read more -Toast Bagel Salad: Delicious, very fresh & the star of the meal. -Zucchini sticks: - the menu states they are breaded and when they arrived to the table they were zucchini tempura, soggy & greasy. $12.95 for 9 small pieces. We asked the server about the breaded zucchini listed on the menu and she said that they don't make it breaded. -Margarita Pizza: Served lukewarm/cold. Crust was undercooked. Bland flavor -Vegan Veggie Omelette: Good. -Complimentary Bread w/spread: Good They have a nice display of baked goodies. Service: Disappointing to say the least. Our server never came back to our table to check to see how everything was once she dropped off the food. She apparently was upset because someone in our party was asking about Vegan options and given that they were out of Tofu she wanted to know what other foods/options they could make. Our server went back to tell the owner/owner's wife that we were making a big deal about asking for accommodations for vegan options. Is it not reasonable to ask questions about alternative vegan options when the restaurant is out of Tofu??? Our server never came back to the table other than to drop off the bill. We did speak to the woman/owner who listened, gave excuses and later tried to fix things by bringing complimentary vegan cookies to the table and have small talk. This was my first experience dining here. The friends I was with have been here several times before over the years. Ambiance: -Beautiful interior with an open airy feel. There's also outdoor patio seating. Very clean. I'm still on the fence whether I would return again to give them another try. I'm in no rush to return. It's over priced for what you get and given the poor customer service I'm not sure if I would recommend this place to others.