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    True Love Kitchen

    4.7 (156 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Beef Lula Beef kebab, and beef fillet barbecue
    Jonnie N.

    If you're looking for a true hidden gem, True Love Kitchen absolutely delivers. It's the definition of a hole-in-the-wall spot that lets the food do all the talking--and the food speaks loudly. The pita alone sets the tone. It's thicker than your typical wrap, warm and pillowy with a flavor that stands on its own. You could honestly enjoy it plain, but dipping it into their hummus takes it to another level. The hummus is smooth, well-seasoned, and layered with flavor without being overwhelming. The salad brings the perfect contrast--fresh, crunchy, and bright without being overly tangy. It balances out the richer dishes beautifully. The rice deserves its own shoutout too: fluffy, fragrant, and generously garlicky in the best way possible. Every bite is packed with flavor. As for the proteins, the filet mignon is unbelievably tender--truly buttery soft and seasoned just right. The beef lule is just as impressive: juicy, savory, and cooked perfectly. You can tell care goes into every component on the plate. From top to bottom, everything tastes fresh, intentional, and satisfying. Don't let the humble exterior fool you--this place is easily five stars and absolutely worth coming back for.

    Falafel Plate
    Amy H.

    It's a small local restaurant located near a cemetery, but it is not to be underestimated! The staff was helpful because they did a good job explaining the menu to us. I ordered the falafel plate which came with rice, grilled tomato, grilled jalapeño, five pieces of falafel, pita bread, hummus, and Greek salad (the latter three are not pictured). I love that they shaped the rice into a heart! The food was delicious and I would love to come back and try different dishes.

    Kebab beef and chicken kebab barbecue
    Miso J.

    Went back for a second time and it's still my favorite Mediterranean restaurant in the SGV. The meat is well cooked, all the hummus and babaganoush are so flavorful and smooth in texture, and the salad is fresh!

    Chicken and beef lula plate
    Brit W.

    First time trying True Love Kitchen and it's definitely a small, hole-in-the-wall spot but those are usually the best kind. The food did not disappoint. I ordered the chicken and beef lula plate, and it was delicious. The meat was juicy, and cooked just right. The portions were solid, and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. I also tried the garlic feta fries, but unfortunately those weren't for me. Would of preferred if they were tossed in fresh garlic. Definitely will back to try other dishes.

    Pita bread.. fresh made nice and yummy!
    Kellye H.

    I'm back! Just wanted to add the current menu as the others are old. But basically got great service again! Switched up some menu items and it's still delicious! Get over here now!!!!

    Lunch platter

    I ordered this lunch platter for my work, and everyone loved it! The chicken thigh was very juicy, and kebabs tasted amazing. This was more than enough food for the office. My staff loved it! The customer service provided was exceptional! Emil went above and beyond to make sure my order was on point. BTW their hummus tasted AMAZING!

    Beef fillet wrap

    We started coming here a few months ago and quickly became regulars because we genuinely loved the food. We used to stop by for late dinners during the week, and every meal was consistently excellent. Unfortunately, the last couple of visits have been disappointing. We recently started ordering during the day, expecting the same quality we've always had, but it hasn't been the same. On our last visit, the pork belly was overcooked, but we figured everyone has an off day and decided to give it another chance. Today, the wraps were a letdown. The pita was so dry and brittle that it cracked and fell apart with almost every bite, making it difficult to eat. The overall quality just wasn't what we've come to expect. We're not sure if something has changed or if the daytime kitchen prepares things differently than the evening staff, but the difference has been noticeable. It's honestly a bummer because this was one of our favorite spots, and we'd love to see it return to the quality that made us regulars in the first place.

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    Darroll L.

    True Love Kitchen has unexpectedly elevated my appreciation and love for Mediterranean cuisine!!!!! Ordered the Chicken Thigh and Chicken Luna Platter. Everything on the plate was delicious. The Chicken, rice, jalapeño, tomato, hummus, salad, and pita were each prepared perfectly and blended well together. The subtle enhancing seasoning was perfect and allowed the freshness of the ingredients to delight my palate. If you review the restaurants I have visited, you will see over 50 Mediterranean locations across the U.S. and Europe. True Love is one of my top 3!!!!! My only wish is that they were more centrally located so that more of you could be blessed by their warm hospitality, amazing food, and humbling reminder that great things come the most understated packages!

    Pita Bread
    May W.

    Hidden gem Mediterranean food in Rosemead.The best Mediterranean food I've ever tasted, especially their protein. Everything is made fresh when you place your order. SO Worth if you're dining in or take-out. I've heard more people order takeout than dine in. However, when I dined in, the staff's kitchen, teamwork is pretty funny while they're cooking and blasting their music. Friendly staff throughout, and if you sign up for their loyalty program, you'll get a discount coupon for your next visit. Filet Mignon Chicken Thigh Combo: Comes with a side salad and pita bread with chickpea hummus. I love their side salad because it's not as sour compared to other restaurants. The pita bread is so soft and the chick pea sauce was smooth and rich. Honestly, the protein was what made the whole dish stand out. Both the filet mignon and chicken thigh were so soft and juicy, it made me question which one was my favorite.

    Pita Bread, Hummus, and House Salad
    Laurie D.

    A girlfriend and I were planning to meet for lunch, but the Mediterranean restaurant we've been to before is closed on weekends. I looked on yelp and found this amazing little restaurant, and I'm so glad! The owner took our order and explained the menu. We both ordered the Chicken Thigh entrée. He brought out hummus, pita bread, and their house salad while our meals were being prepared. OMG!! Everything was absolutely DELICIOUS!! The pita bread was warm, soft, and fresh. The hummus is probably the best I've ever had. The salad was fabulous. Our meals were beautifully presented, with the rice in a heart shape. The portion was so large. I have tons of leftovers! We both loved everything and plan to meet there again soon. If you are in the area and craving Mediterranean food, make sure to stop in and check out this amazing restaurant!

    Jesus T.

    Food alone spoke for itself. The food that was prepared came fresh, I mean it was fresh. Premium quality meats alongside herbs and vegetables. The ambiance was something you don't get these days from larger restaurants. The general manager was not only respectful but caring. You can see not only the effort, but their passion when seating their customers and getting their orders. This place is not only a hole in the wall for great mediterranean food, it is my new go to for lunch and dinner after a long day of hard work. Grabbing a plate from here is definitely the right choice. Come here and grab some food if you don't want to be disappointed. I'm not a paid review, I'm just a local who likes to eat good food.

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    Melina C.

    The food is amazing! Love Mediterranean food and this hits the spot. We had two combo platters and the feta garlic fries. Good quality and great taste. Check it out if you're a Mediterranean food lover!

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    The place looks humble but the food quality is very good. It's comparable to a fancier restaurant.

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    I love this place. I went when it recently open and their food was delicious! The owner was really kind.

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    Amazing food, great little place super friendly and clean ... our favorite is the filet mignon plate hand down !!!

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    Love this place. Never fails to amaze me with the freshness and quality of food. The service is always great and fast.

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