I have to say I'm so impressed about this place. I order to take out and one of the best in LA. I highly recommend it Also the portions were incredible. Must try read more

Skaf’s on York - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Because I was familiar with the Skaf's restaurant located in Glendale, I was curious how Skaf's on York would compare. I've visited twice for lunch, and both times I had great meals! I've tried both the regular and classic versions of the chicken shawarma wraps and liked them both. The classic style comes with fries on the inside of the wrap, and I thought the chicken was flavorful and not dry. The service was friendly, but during my second visit the staff seemed overextended given the number of tables they had to cover; this may have led to the error in getting the wrong side with my meal but they were quick to correct it once I brought it to their attention. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, and overall I thought it was a great spot to have a casual meal. read more

I am mad that I never drove far enough down York to discover this place and only discovered it after it was suggested for a lunch meetup. I needed this place in my life sooner! Let's start with the drink....I'm not a fan of anything rose flavored or scented so I wanted to make sure the rose flavor wasn't too strong in the Jallab. Since I was told the rose flavor is pretty prominent, it was suggested I do the Jallab with lemonade. What a perfect selection! I didn't pick up any rose flavor and the drink was so pretty. This is a refreshing alternative if you don't want to go with a soda. I already had my heart set on the appetizers and fortunately the other person was on board with the same choices. For dippers, I always go with a yogurt and cucumber appetizer and the Babaghanouj did not disappoint. These sides came with three pieces of pita bread. Neither side was overly garlicky and paired well with my entree. If you love cheese borek like I do, get you some cheese rolls. My only regret is only getting one. The cheese rolls were perfectly flavored and not overly salty. Now for the entree...I already had my eye on three meats so the waitress said to go with The Your Way Plate, which came with a kafta and tenderloin skewer. I also added a lamb skewer on the side. Both my lamb and tenderloin skewer were cooked medium and they were perfect. Lamb is one of those dishes that can be a hit or miss because if it's not cooked right, it will be chewy - mine was perfect! And, the spices they use to cook the lamb in will have you trying to pick up every last drop of juice with your pieces of meat. No complaints with the kafta either. I chose rice as my side because I love me the carbs. We went on a weekday for lunch and parking was easy enough to find on a side street. The staff was friendly and there was indoor and outdoor seating options. This place gets a yummy in my tummy rating and I will be back sooner rather than later. read more

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I've eaten at Skaf's On York about four times now, and it's easily become one of my favorite neighborhood spots whenever I'm craving Lebanese food. My go-to order is the lamb kebab plate with half rice and half cabbage salad. The lamb is always cooked perfectly--tender, juicy, and incredibly flavorful (I usually order it medium well). The rice is delicious, but I especially love the cabbage salad, which is tossed in a bright, refreshing mix of lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic. It's the perfect balance to the rich, savory lamb, and the meal always leaves me feeling satisfied without being overly heavy. The restaurant has very limited indoor seating, so if you can, I'd recommend dining in. This is one of those meals that's best enjoyed fresh and piping hot. I like taking my time cutting the lamb into bite-sized pieces and savoring every bite. If you're planning to order takeout instead, I'd suggest the combo plate with the chicken, tenderloin, and ground beef skewers, also with half rice and half cabbage salad. Those meats are softer and easier to enjoy on the go, especially if you're eating shortly after picking it up. And don't skip the garlic sauce--it is absolutely delicious and takes everything to the next level. Simple, fresh, and consistently well-executed, Skaf's On York has definitely earned a spot as one of my favorite restaurants in Highland Park. read more

Skaf’s on York - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Humus delicious! Baba ganoush delicious! Falafel amazing. Really enjoyed all the food. Its a great feeling when the flavors exceed expectations. Went for a late lunch there was a short wait. Street parking available on side streets. read more

We were so happy to have a Skaf's open near us on York (since we loved the original location in the Valley). Delicious and fresh Mediterranean food with affordable prices. Best for a small group. Be sure to make a reservation, b/c this place gets super busy during dinner hours even during weeknights (and the dining room is pretty small). But really worth the wait! read more

Came back and they changed their tipping setting, they now only suggest tip based on the subtotal which is the correct way - thanks skaf's for listening to customer feedback! read more

one of my go-to's for dine in and take out through 2026, i love their vegetarian falafel combo plate (and an added side of baba ghanoush/eggplant dip) when i want to eat something healthy but not sacrifice an ounce of flavor. Their chicken shawarma is tender and wonderful. dining in is so cozy and rewarding with homey service and warm lights. genuinely an la staple for me i would be lost without this establishment and their food. can't believe it took me this long to write a review! read more

Skaf’s on York - photo of a dine in meal with a friend a month or two ago. we sat in the cozy corner booth. - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've been here a few times before and always enjoyed it - great food, great service, and a great atmosphere. Unfortunately, my experience tonight was so frustrating. ​I placed an online order directly through their website for dinner (two chicken shawarma wraps, a falafel appetizer, and dolma). When I arrived for pickup, there was some back-and-forth at the front counter before the employee admitted she had given my order away to someone else. It's incredibly annoying because this could have been completely avoided if they had just verified the name or order ID before handing it off. ​To make things worse, when we asked them to remake it, they told us they were completely out of chicken shawarma anyway. They initially offered to give us a similar meal and a single free side, but after already wasting our time, that didn't feel like a fair solution, so we asked to cancel. Only after we were visibly annoyed did they offer to comp the whole meal, but by that point, we just wanted to leave. ​To their credit, they did try to make it right by giving us a $40 credit, which I appreciate. But the bottom line is that the whole headache came down to a total lack of basic order verification at the counter. ​Order ID: HPVXBKBQESYQ8 read more

Came here randomly and am absolutely glad I did. Parking is street parking only. They have seating inside as well as outside for to go orders. The worker here was super nice and explained their items to me since I have never been! I ended up getting the chicken shawarma plate with the cabbage and rice. It comes with shawarma sauce as well as the garlic sauce. Chicken was grilled perfect, not fatty at all. Demolished the cabbage and rice as well. Pita came with it as a side no extra cost, made my own little wraps and ate it! It was so good! read more

Skaf’s on York - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

What a fantastic, family owned spot in highland park. It's small but has a cozy vibe, great service, and incredible food. We had a "family style" dinner where we ordered some dips, apps, and 2 main dishes to share. Portions were great and food was fresh, herby, and super tasty!! read more

Skaf’s on York - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Finally got to try Skafs and it's safe to say I'm hooked! Despite trying an array of Mediterranean food, I've always felt shorted with the food and pricing. Skafs has that hard to find balance of quality, flavorful, food and reasonable pricing. Food- the spicy garlic potatoes are crispy and filling this was my groups favorite appetizer 5/5. The cheese roll is amazing and my personal favorite 5/5. The lentil soup is so so so delicious, I'm always in search of a good soup (bonus points that it's vegan), the falafel wrap was the only dish that left me wanting for a little more. If there was some feta in there, it would be perfect... 4/5. read more

Skaf’s on York - Spicy Garlic Potatoes - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is such a great spot in Eagle Rock. A mom and pop type place with a warm vibe and kind of a playful retro feel inside. There's a few tables, great for an intimate meal rather than a group setting but it's comfy and cute. We got a lot of items and every one of them was packed with flavor. The chicken kabob skewer was especially juicy and delicious and I wish I ordered more. The only thing I would say is it was quite loud inside due to acoustics and upbeat music playing so I would advise anyone with noise sensitivities to think carefully about possibly dining here. Parking is also pretty difficult around the area, so leave plenty of time to park beforehand for nearby street parking (there's no lot). But still, I'd definitely come back for takeout to try more of their menu next time, it appears to be slightly different in what items you can order at dinner. Excited for more next time! read more

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I decided to check out Skaf's on York since I was in the area and I was blown away! It's on a busy street, so street parking is a bit limited in front and in the residential area. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted with a warm and inviting home-style setting. It's like you're invited to a cozy dinner party. They have both indoor and outdoor seating available, but the indoor area is a bit chilly. There aren't many tables indoors or outdoors. We were quickly greeted by Joshua, who offered us indoor or outdoor dining. We chose indoor, and they gave us menus, answered a few questions, and gave us some time to look over the options. There was one group at a table indoors and a couple of parties outside eating. The place fills up quickly, so it's best to come early or maybe even order out. We received our appetizers, which were delicious. Our main courses came out, and they were even better. The food was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Even though it was busy, Joshua still made sure we had everything we needed. An additional waiter showed up while we were dining, and the entire staff seemed to have a great vibe with each other. The service and food were both excellent. We didn't feel rushed at all, and we really enjoyed our lunch. The music they played was also great. From start to finish, Skaf's on York was great. read more

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UPDATE - My wife and I came back recently because honestly the food is just insanely good, the staff is so friendly, and when the bill came we noticed they updated the way they calculate the suggest tip. Thank you so much! Will be back again soon :) read more

Just moved into the neighborhood. Had to stop by and try all the most recommended places. This one is up there with the best. The food is exquisite. Fresh, simple, clean. Customer service is polite. Everything is pricy now, but I was disappointed that they charge for the side house sauce. read more

Skaf’s on York - Make it yours combo! - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We ordered stuffed jallab, grape leaves, babaganoush, fried cauliflower, and the tenderloin and chicken kabobs. It was all SO good. We let the waiter know it was our first time trying Lebanese food and he went through the whole menu with us, which was extremely helpful. I love rose flavored drinks and desserts, so I was excited to try the jallab recommended by the waiter; it's now probably in the top 5 drinks I've ever had. The grape leaves and babaganoush were a must for us, since we wanted to try dishes that were different from what we have tried before. The grape leaves were herby and hearty, and the babaganoush was flavorful without the tang of a hummus, which I enjoyed. The fried cauliflower was crispy and hot with a creamy sauce that paired well. We liked the tenderloin kabobs a bit more than the chicken since it was juicer and more flavored. The interior is bright and airy, complimenting the hot afternoon perfectly. There was unfortunately no dedicated parking lot but there is street parking in the surrounding neighborhood. Overall an outstanding first experience with Lebanese food, can't wait to be back! read more

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Fireeee. So glad I randomly found this place. My friend and I loved what we got. The Beirut Palmer drink, the hummus, and the cauliflower wrap. The service was fast and our waitress was nice! The restaurant itself is so cute and homey feeling inside. Will deffff come back. read more

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I had a falafel pita. Ended up ordering another. Definite hospitality served here. Will be back.

Skaf's is delicious. Mediterranean savory at its best! The vegetarian platter is off the hook. Beef shawarma was remarkable as well. The only down side is that the delicious food comes at a steep price. read more

Omg this place was amazing! The service is so good, and the food... phenomenal. The waiters are quick to greet you, sit you. The food came out quick, and service always made sure I had water in my cup. Very chill vibes, and beautiful restaurant. So pretty. My new go to. read more

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I love this place! My go to for Mediterranean food. They have great customer service. Yesterday their app wouldn't let me order the cabbage salad, which is my absolute favorite, without a protein. So I went ahead and added the grilled chicken to the order and sent them a message on the app letting them know it wasn't working properly. They called me back to let me know they got the message and how they were going to rectify the order. And ended up giving me cash back for making up the difference, even though they actually added the chicken anyway. Not sure how that all happened, but the fact that they actually called and paid attention is an example of the good customer service they provide. read more

Skaf’s on York - Chicken, Shawarma wrap! - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

What an incredible find! I am amazed at how incredible every single plate was, as soon as I had just a bite of the spicy potatoes I knew I would have to return! The lamb kebab was incredible I highly recommend that plate and the potatoes for sure!!! Thank you to the waitstaff who helped us, everyone was so kind! Seating is a bit limited inside so plan to be out with a light jacket! read more

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Wow all the flavors! We got the shrimp kabob plate w/the cabbage salad, the cheese sticks, babaganoush, kefta and sirloin kebab combo and jalab to drink. So much goodness! The waitress was helpful in giving suggestions and service. The store has a hipster vibe but plenty of outside sitting and dog friendly outside. read more

Skaf’s on York - Shrimp kebab plate with cabbage salad - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Trying Lebanese food in Highland Park. Located on York Boulevard near Avenue 49, only street parking available. Excellent service, ask for Vincent, he took great care of us and made some great recommendations! my favorite was the cabbage salad, light and refreshing. Looking forward to coming back and trying other items on the menu. read more

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Good food, bad service. Have even tried calling pickup instead, and they start making the food when you arrive. Both times we waited 35 minutes (25 minutes after we called). Food was undercooked. read more

Shout out to Daniel, one of the owners, and the team at Skaf's on York for providing a 5-star experience. I don't know how anyone could rate Skaf's on York any less than five stars--everything was sensational. If you love shawarma, you have to try the mixed shawarma plate. It was so fresh, tender, and flavorful. We paired it with smooth garlic and tahini sauces, and we couldn't stop savagely scooping up each bite. The rice, cabbage salad, and pita were incredibly fresh and delicious. The service was top-notch. Daniel and his team were friendly, welcoming, caring, attentive, and eager to please. They take great pride in their work, and the food and service reflect that pride. The setup is smaller, cozy, clean, and comfortable. Most of their business seems to come from to-go orders. But I'd advise dining there if you can get a table. We will absolutely come back next time we're in the area. This is, without a doubt, a 5-star spot. read more

Skaf’s on York - Mixed Shawarma Plate, Cabbage Salad, Fattoush Salad - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I experienced Skaf's on York recently, was highly recommended by my daughter who had picked up there a couple of weeks before. The restaurant did not disappoint! Portion sizes are great, and everything was packaged with care and quality was fresh and delicious. I pray they remain consistent, as I do plan to order again, or perhaps, eat in next time. Kudos to them on their new location! read more

We arrived around 6pm on a Friday night and were seated quickly. The service was friendly and prompt. However, I'm docking points for two reasons. First, the falafel was basically scorching hot shrapnel. It was unbelievably sharp, and disappointingly crumbly. Second, I am not a fan of being upsold without disclosing that it costs extra. Garlic sauce should not be $1.50. Adding broken bits of baklava to a dessert should not cost an extra $2. If it goes so well with it, shouldn't it come with it in the first place? Lastly, the outdoor seating could use softer lighting. It was giving ghoulish. read more

The hardest thing was figuring out what to order! I wanted everything on the menu. I had to order for 12 people. Everybody was happy. I live in the Seattle. I'm not happy because this restaurant is in Los Angeles and not Seattle! I guess I'll just have to go every time I'm in L.A. read more

I seen this place on tv and the food looked great. I decided to try it. On this day, I had the chicken shawarma pita and an unsweetened tea. I had high hopes but the chicken was a bit dry and hardly any flavor. Not a good first impression! I might give them another try because the chicken burger sounds yummy. If that doesn't do it then never again. The employee at the to go window was really nice and professional. The restaurant inside looks small but nice. read more

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The food is delicious. As close to my Lebanese mother in law's as possible. Ambiance is so nice. Much different than mama's on Chevy Chase. The one thing that happened today that turned me off is that the son would not let us have a scoop of baba ghanous instead of hummus unless we paid 2$ more. Can you believe that???? He's the owner. I'm sure his mom would be more accommodating. That just hit me wrong. He was in a bad mood today!!! The server then said she would give us some pita bread. Oh yes, and that the bread was complimentary??? Really? Bread is expected!!! The Arabic coffee was just so so, too thin! The baklava was good. I'd like to come back when the son/owner is in a better mood and not be charged for such a basic thing as a replacement scoop of puréed eggplant for puréed garbanzo beans read more

The food and service is incredible. Skaf's on York is my go-to for healthy, high quality dinner.

Great flavor, great food. Pick up is insanely easy with the window, but street parking can be spotty on York. Spicy Garlic Potatoes - Do yourself a favor and order this! Easily the best thing that I had, and I would go back just to order this. Kefta Kabob - I usually judge a kebab place on their kefta/lula and this one was pretty good. Seasoned nicely but when I went it was a tad overdone. Not a problem, however. Shish Tawook - I always appreciate when a chicken breast is juicy. Again, seasoning on point. With a myriad of options in the area, Skaf's was great. Looking forward to trying more of the menu. read more

Another delicious meal at Skafs on York ~. I've been to all of the Skafs locations ~. I love them ALL ... I especially enjoy Skafs on York !! I'm currently sitting outside enjoying my lunch and I wanted to give the crew a shout out .. Fernando & Amanda are SUPERIOR when it comes to customer service. They are the best !! The food is fabulous ! I've tried most everything on the menu ~. You can't go wrong Some of the best Lebanese food around .... Thank you Skafs. You know I'll be seeing you real soon :) read more

Food was so fresh Service was excellent Ambiance was very very good. Eating at Skaf's is an experience. We left very happy. Best Falafel, beat Kibbeh Balls, meat was tender....the food is delicious. read more

I decided to check out Skaf's on York since I was in the area and I was blown away! It's on a busy street, so street parking is a bit limited in front and in the residential area. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted with a warm and inviting home-style setting. It's like you're invited to a cozy dinner party. They have both indoor and outdoor seating available, but the indoor area is a bit chilly. There aren't many tables indoors or outdoors. read more

Skaf’s on York - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It is so WONDERFUL to have an excellent Lebanese restaurant in our area. I have eaten both inside and outside and the areas are very pleasant. But it's the FOOD and service that brought me back! The fattoush salad is the BEST I have found in LA., and the baklava is like my Lebanese former mother-in-law made from scratch and I'd never found any that could even compare with hers. Be sure to treat yourself to that!!! read more

Food taste great. Presentation is simple but enticing. I like the place for it's coziness. Ambiance has that simplicity I like which makes me comfortable enough to enjoy my meal. There's no question about the service. You could get anyone's attention and they would be more than glad to help. The hostess was very kind and attentive. read more

Skaf’s on York - The skewered lamb kabob was tender and tasty. - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This place was a pleasant dining experience. I tasted the stuffed grape leaves dish, the hummus, as well as chicken skewers. I also tasted a bean dish (forgot name). The food was excellent. I love how their portions are just right. It's a perfect choice for a dinner than is light and fulfilling. The skewer was juicy and well marinated. Service was also impressive. Waiters were very attentive. read more

Skaf’s on York - Salad Near Me - Los Angeles, California