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Bavel

$31 to $50
Middle Eastern

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2 people
19:00
Booked 140 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Plate

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Bavel, with its bright, cavernous space outfitted with tons of greenery and stunning Middle Eastern fare from Ori and Genevieve Menashe of Bestia, is an escape in the heart of the Arts District. Dredge blistered housemade pitas through spreads like duck ‘nduja-topped hummus and baba ganoush made with eggplant and beets before moving on to beef cheek tagines, and you won't be disappointed.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (213) 232-4966
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Please email events@baveldtla.com for more information.

What 4,965 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Downtown

    Best Overall

  • Downtown

    Best Food

  • Downtown

    Hot spot

  • Downtown

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bavel offers a "hip" dining experience in LA with a "cozy and welcoming" ambiance. Known for its "smooth and creamy hummus" and "spectacular" food, including standout dishes like "harissa prawns" and "duck hummus". The "attentive" service and "energetic" atmosphere make it a must-visit spot for Middle Eastern cuisine lovers.

4,965 Reviews
  1. Thea

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful venue. Food is continuously delicious. Everything we ate was made perfectly. Service was stellar.

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  2. KIM

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Almost is perfect:) But it's hard to commucate with ma members. Cuz music is soooo loud...🔥

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  3. Daniel

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was impeccable. Everything tasted amazing. 

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  4. David

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a fantastic dining experience at Bavel.

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  5. Marge

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed their creative dishes so much that we purchased their cookbook!

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  6. Manuel

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time there. We tried the 32oz ribeye, the hummus, the sweet potato flat bread, a couple of the desserts and their regular coffee. All very good.

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  7. Charles

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is delicious. No question about that. Service spotty our particular night - I think they were understaffed. But when they came, they were very friendly and courteous. If you are seated in the annex area, it is extremely loud. We had to shout to hear each other. Fine for young people, less so for middle aged and above.

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  8. Miguel

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Every single dish we ordered was exceptional. Drinks were great as well!

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  9. Julie

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Was sat outdoor next to a huge party which made the whole night very loud and hard to talk. Server could be more attentive, had to wave down other servers for service and felt bothered..

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  10. Phil

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love. Maybe my favorite restaurant in Los Angeles.

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FAQs

Bavel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (213) 232-4966.

Bavel is rated 4.8 stars by 4965 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 140 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bavel

500 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA 90013-2222

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    Santa Fe
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking also available
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (213) 232-4966
  • Catering
    Please email events@baveldtla.com for more information.
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