Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in El Sereno

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DowntownHollywoodPasadenaSan Fernando Valley / Valencia

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DowntownEast HollywoodGlendaleHollywoodPasadenaSilver Lake

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CharmingDog-friendlyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

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MICHELIN

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Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

12 restaurants available nearby

1. Bavel

4.8

Exceptional(5033)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Middle eastern • Downtown

Booked 108 times today

A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

A photo of LavShash Kebab Restaurant restaurant

2. LavShash Kebab Restaurant

3.8

Excellent(2)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Middle eastern • Pasadena

LavShash Kebab Restaurant is your go-to destination for exquisite Mediterranean cuisine in Pasadena, CA. Our restaurant is dedicated to providing customers with a unique dining experience, with our focus on traditional flavors and carefully crafted dishes. We take pride in our reputation for quality food and great serviceAt LavShash Kebab Restaurant, we use only the freshest ingredients and spices to create our mouth-watering dishes. Our meat is carefully grilled to perfection, and our salads feature high-quality produce for optimal freshness. We take pride in our ability to create a diverse and flavorful menu that appeals to a wide range of tastes and palates.We believe that dining should be an enjoyable experience for all of our customers, and we work hard to make sure that every visit to our kebab restaurant is a positive one. Our team is dedicated to providing the highest level of customer service possible and ensuring that all of your needs are met while you dine with us.

3. Saffy's

4.8

Exceptional(1237)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Middle eastern • East Hollywood

Booked 103 times today

A multi-regional Middle Eastern restaurant in East Hollywood, from Chefs Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis of Bestia and Bavel.

4. Laya Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(44)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Middle eastern • Hollywood

Booked 27 times today

Laya Restaurant, nestled in the heart of Hollywood, offers a truly authentic Lebanese dining experience that transports you to the vibrant streets of Lebanon. Helmed by Top Chef Middle East & North Africa winner, Charbel Hayek, Laya blends traditional Lebanese flavors with a California twist. Diners rave about the "amazing food and service," highlighting the ambiance as reminiscent of being "home in Lebanon." The delectable dishes, described as "fresh and exceptional," coupled with an inviting atmosphere filled with Arabic music, make Laya a standout. With its earthy decor and attentive service, it's the perfect spot for those seeking genuine Lebanese cuisine.

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5. Carousel Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(600)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Middle eastern • Glendale

Booked 8 times today

Carousel Restaurant in Glendale is a haven for lovers of authentic Vegetarian and Vegan Middle Eastern cuisine, offering a vibrant array of more than 60 meza items crafted from cherished family recipes. Diners rave about its "delicious food" and "exceptional service," highlighting the restaurant's commitment to quality and authenticity. The vegetarian options, such as hummus, tabouleh, and falafel, are celebrated for their freshness and traditional flavors. With a staff that guides you through this culinary journey, Carousel ensures that every dining experience is both delightful and memorable. It's a must-visit spot for those seeking a genuine taste of Middle Eastern vegetarian delights.

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6. Carousel Restaurant - Hollywood

4.9

Exceptional(103)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Middle eastern • East Hollywood

Booked 5 times today

From of our family to yours, Carousel is the premier Los Angeles area restaurant providing guests with the complete culinary experience when it comes to enjoying traditional middle eastern and Lebanese cuisine. In the Middle Eastern culture, meza (Lebanese term for appetizer) consists of a vast array of small sized, hot and cold dishes, great for sampling and sharing. At Carousel, our menu offers a selection of kebabs to seafood to an array of vegetarian items. We offer more than 60 meza items, ranging from familiar dishes, such as hummus, falafel and tabouleh to more traditional delicacies. Everything that we serve comes from original family recipes passed down through generations. With the supervision of our Chef de Cuisine and co-owner, Mrs. Rose Tcholakian, each dish that is served is sure to bestow the quality and freshness Carousel is well known for. For those unfamiliar to Lebanese food, a helpful service staff will guide you through what is sure to be a habit-forming journey.

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7. The Exchange Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(547)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Middle eastern • Downtown

The Exchange Restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles offers a culinary journey that brilliantly showcases the essence of Asian cuisine with a modern twist. Helmed by Chef Narita Santos, this dining gem masterfully blends Southern California's seasonal bounty with authentic Asian flavors, creating a menu that is both diverse and delightful. Reviewers rave about dishes like the "fall off the bone melt in your mouth" lamb ribs and the "must-try" cod fried rice. The inviting ambiance and attentive service make it a perfect spot for any occasion. With its focus on quality and authenticity, The Exchange is a standout destination for Asian cuisine enthusiasts.

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8. Elena's Greek Armenian Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(29)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Middle eastern • Glendale

Booked 1 time today

Elena's will transport you to another time and place, while still feeling familiar. It’s a Greek & Armenian restaurant rooted in traditional flavors. In this intimate space, you’ll be greeted by warm and energetic hospitality, flavors and dishes reminiscent of Middle-Eastern home-style cooking, and unexpected takes on classic desserts. From its variety of Authentic Kebab Dishes, to its unique appetizers and specialties, Elena's is the place to dine.

A photo of Levant Bistro + Bake Shop restaurant

9. Levant Bistro + Bake Shop

4.8

Exceptional(15)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Middle eastern • Silver Lake

Booked 2 times today

Levant Bistro is a place to gather with friends and family to experience delicious Levantine cuisine and freshly baked pastries, served with our unique beverages. We believe that good food feeds the tummy and soul, so it is to be respected and cooked with positive intentions, using organic, clean practices and foods free of artificial additives, harmful ingredients, or GMOs.Our menu is created around seasonal ingredients that we prepare fresh every day, so our selections vary based on availability. We use extra-virgin olive oil and grapeseed oil for sautéing; organic ghee, grass-fed butter, and/or grapeseed oil for baking; and we sweeten our desserts with organic cane sugar, organic coconut sugar and/or local raw honey. We proudly choose organic and non-gmo raw ingredients to meet our high standards, and curate a menu that is 100% gluten & soy free.We look forward to hosting you in either our beautiful dining area, bar, or cozy patio under olive trees.

10. Salt and Olive

4.6

Exceptional(36)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Middle eastern • Glendale

Booked 4 times today

Salt & Olive is a an intimate Mediterranean restaurant with a healthy twist, great atmosphere, and phenomenal food. Our menu has a little something for everyone, from happy hour to weekend brunch and catering. Try our to-go menu for lunches at your desk or give us a call to order a full dinner to-go for the family. Plus we’re open 7 days a week so there’s always time to dine in!We accept reservations of all sizes. Please call the restaurant at 818-291-4000 for parties of 4+. We offer larger catering menu to-go for parties of 2-16+

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RonVIP
Los Angeles •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our favorite neighborhood spot. The food is always extraordinary. We had couple of less than stellar experiences out of many the were, in fact, stellar. Lately and especially yesterday, the experience was fantastic. Everyone was friendly. The service was paced perfectly. We took friends from out of town to experience Saffy’s and they could not stop raving about every dish. We all had a hard time picking the best of the night. Great spot. Highly recommended. RG.
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Saffy'sPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• East Hollywood
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4.8
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Angelo
Los Angeles •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very friendly staff and employees. Attentive to our needs at our table.
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Carousel RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Glendale
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4.7
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Samantha
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great vibe. Authentic Lebanese flavors. Good cocktails. Can’t wait to go back in the summer!
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Laya RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Hollywood
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4.8
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KarenVIP
Tahoe / Reno Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The farm cheese is the best at Bavel. My husband and I also love the baba ghanoush (we always need an extra order of fried pita). The grilled dates have a nice kick to it and it was nice to eat a savory date for once. The lamb rack is always cooked to perfection. Our friend always orders the 26 oz ribeye and finishes it during dinner and my husband and I can see why. Nothing at Bavel disappointed us. I would recommend the cashew ice cream bar over the apple prune cake, but you really can't go wrong with either. It was a great dinner! Also every cheese and milk is pasteurized so despite being 6 months pregnant, I could eat everything!
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BavelPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Downtown
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4.8

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