Mediterranean • $
“This is a small quiet place in El Segundo. It was not as busy when we went and our food was prepared pretty quick. We ordered the Mediterranean fries and omg so good! We are definitely coming back for those but honestly everything we had was so delicious. Parking lots all around.“
“You will not find better service than when you enter Borjstar. Honestly, they treat you like a star. They are attentive and incredibly kind, friendly, and accommodating. The food is just as great. Very flavorful and leaves you wanting more! They also have a yogurt/ice cream dispenser so you can treat yourself before/after your meal. Put Borjstar on your list of restaurants to visit in the Gardena/South Bay area. You won't regret it!“
“This is one of those places I wish I had tried earlier. Everything we’ve had was fresh, high quality and delicious. I’d suggest ordering at the restaurant so you can meet the terrific people who own the restaurant and experience the care they put into making your meal.“
“This was an adorable place for pastries and lunch. There is free parking in the structure nearby, and paid street parking around. My partner and I split the Chilaquiles, which was phenomenal with fresh and crisp chips. The pastry we ordered was an apple danish of some sort, and that was delightful as well. You order in the front before self seating, and enjoying a laid-back time with yourself or your friends. The staff were super friendly. The prices were quite high, but understandable for the location and quality of food.“
“I can't believe I haven't done a review of this place yet. They do a rotating menu that features different cuisines on a monthly basis. I think the first time I went, they had Fiijian food and the second time they had Haitian. Their classic menu includes Somalian, Egyptian, Kenyan. They hire immigrant chefs that highlight their cultures which I thought was pretty dang cool.I got their pita chips with Baba ghanoush. They deep fry their pita bread but also give unfried pita bread if you prefer. But their pita chips are SO GOOD. it's like... crunchy but also chewy. kind of the best of both worlds. I got a lamb stew one time. or was it goat... It came with rice and a giant lamb shank or something. Bone was still on... kinda cut open and the marrow was still inside! Hell yeah. It was full of flavor. Lots of spice to it but not spice-y. I'm thinking maybe it was the Egyptian smothered lamb shank now that I think about it. I remember also trying some of the sambusas. Deep fried triangles filled with spiced, amazing, piping hot goodness. I love that they allow you to mix and match whatever filling you want... unlike other restaurants that make you order them in batches of 3 or whatever.Service was great. We had THE Christian Davis serving us, bringing us all the plates, describing what everything was and how it was made. An extremely pleasant experience... all for a great cause.“
“Ordered a falafel burrito and the hummus with pita, and cheese quesadilla with chipotle sauce on the side via Uber eats.I wasn't crazy about the pita bread itself and the hummus was just ok, but the falafel burrito was great! I love the fries in it and the tahini is delicious. The burrito is very large and very filling, I ended up saving half for the next day and it was still just as tasty. I highly recommend getting a side of chipotle sauce to dip anything you order in!“
“There were 10 of us looking for a Persian restaurant in the LA area. We called Javan 30 minutes prior to our arrival and they accommodated us immediately. We ordered a great variety of appetizers and meals. They were all delicious. I was the only one who ordered lamb kebob knowing there is a lot of hit and miss when ordering lamb. I cautioned the waiter that if my food wasn't done the way I wanted it, I will return it. A few minutes later, a gentleman came to our table. I am not sure if he were the manager or the owner. But he personally came to me and told me that he uses the best spring rack of lamb and that I won't be disappointed. He told me he would not accept returning of the lamb. But I knew I would return it if it was not up to par. He told me he would personally grill it for me. My rack of lamb kebob was one of the best I've had and I am an avid lamb meat eater. The service was phenomenal. A few servers were standing around at all times just in case we needed something. Most importantly, when the bill arrived, it was accurate. I know that some restaurants take advantage of big groups and over charge people thinking no one will notice. But I always notice. I highly recommend Javan Restaurant.“
Middle Eastern • $
“We came here Easter Sunday because everything else was closed. We didn't expect much but the food was delicious and the woman at the register absolutely makes this place a gem. She was so kind and friendly, and when we decided to eat in, she basically was our waitress too. She was lovely! We'll definitely be back!“
“Best restaurant. I recently dined at Shamshiri Restaurant and was thoroughly impressed. The ambiance was elegant, with beautiful decor and soft lighting that created a cozy atmosphere. The service was exceptional, with friendly staff who were attentive to our needs. The food was the highlight of the evening, with each dish bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. I particularly enjoyed the kebabs, which were cooked to perfection. While the prices were on the higher side, the quality of the food and service made it well worth it. I highly recommend Shamshiri Restaurant for a delightful dining experience."Remember to be honest and specific in your review to help others make informed decisions about dining at Shamshiri Restaurant.lookimg forward to come back again soon❤️“
“This is my favorite place in the south bay, its mandatory after a beach day, I would take a photo but i always ravage the food from beach or gym hunger before I can…. This place is just unbeatable in the category's it serves. I see it as the best in Mediterranean, portion size, flavor, quality and all out healthy for you, I eat here year round but i start eating alot more in the months leading to summer. got to get my summer body ready!!Vegetarian options: a lot of options for vegetarians its labeled with a green leaf if i remember correct. im not even a vegetarian and i always order their maison special salad, im sure you can just get any salad with no chicken as well.“
“Beef Shawerma and Vegetarian Mezze Platter were soooo good! Beef was super tender and flavorful. Rice well seasoned and delicious. Falafel amazing! Even though the baba ghanoush and hummus were side dishes in the platter, they were both standouts.I would happily return and highly recommend this place. Good for takeout. Just watch out about the parking situation, especially in the evenings; it's always a pain.Parking: It's a huge parking lot, but it's crazy to navigate because people double park and sit in the middle of an already tight passageway and don't care. Saw many close call accidents.“
“I had Lamb wrap. The lamb was top quality and melted in my mouth. My friend had the koubideh kabob and again the quality of the meat was second to none. Hameed was very attentive and gave us a lovely sample of cauliflower soup and he’s very passionate about the food served. Farhad was our server and he was an absolute joy! You can tell when someone enjoys their work. Fantastic food and wonderful service.Oh and no forgetting I had the chocolate tart for dessert….it was heavenly! Yum yum yum“
“While the location is not the absolute best, the food and service makes up for any faults. I used to go there all the time when I was younger, and recently decided to try it again a few times. It did not disappoint. I had a chicken kabob with came with an immense amount of sides to go along including white rice, pita and hummus, along with a few vegetables, and garlic sauce. Everything is perfectly seasoned and nothing is bland. This will definitely become a future regular place.“
“We live just down the street from here and it’s one of our favorite places to pick up dinner. We often joke that we could blindly point at anything on the menu to order and would be happy with it. Quality is amazing and pricing is more than fair for the amount of food you get. Highly recommend this place to anyone!!!“
“Yummy healthy Mediterranean food, cool ambiance, good vibes, friendly staff, and open late! They also have a very generous loyalty program.Vegetarian options: Falafel plate, falafel wrap, baba ghanoush, hummus, cauliflower fritters, lentil soup, different salads, tabouleh, fries…Parking: Small parking lot or there’s a Rite Aid parking lot across the street“
“This place continues to be top notch. From tahdig to kabobs, you can't go wrong!----OMG... the kabob is out of this world!!! Actually all things on the menu impress! Every time I'm in the area, I make sure to stop by. Our go to:Tahdig with ghormeh sabzi and gheymeh (nomnomnom)MaustShiraziBaghali poloKabob bargJoojeh kabob“
“I’m from Utah and I come here with my aunt all the time I visit for the first time ever we waited longer then we usually do because they gave our order to someone else but it was no problem they promised us it would be out very soon which it did and I’m happy that even better gave us desserts on the house got my self a water the lady in black I don’t know her name was very nice and helpful I asked her if her baklava had any peanut and she showed me the ingredients which had none so I’m grateful for that I really love this place and it’s the first place I want to go when I first California I highly recommend this place to everyone best chicken ever I love this place so much from the bottom of my heart“
“I’m only leaving this review because their food is so bomb that I hope they are here forever. They don’t go cheap on their ingredients and everything I’ve tried has been good. They keep the place very clean, but you aren’t going to impress anyone with their dining area. It’s a perfect place for someone who likes middle eastern food. Their prices are great too.“
“Giovanni took a great care of me and was very knowledgeable about the ingredients of the items on the menu. Was shocked to hear that they put mayonnaise in the baba ghanoush!Dietary restrictions: Excellent knowledge of ingredients and my dietary restrictions“
“I’ve been coming to Mizlala for a few years, and although the food and atmosphere are stellar, the front of staff are often not friendly (cold in fact e.g. no smiles, no warmth, and it feels very transactional) and I haven’t felt welcomed the last few times I’ve come. I write this, not to disparage, but rather hoping that management sees this and realizes that the how cliental are welcomed affects the experience.“
“So good!! Everything there is so fresh, and the falafels are perfect. I love love love the sauce. The owner is really kind and has standards for the quality of his food. We ordered avocado with our pita, and the one he cut into wasn't perfect so he insisted on finding one that was. They do the chips on top and omg have I missed those. If you grew up in LA, you may have frequented the Falafel King and miss it as much as I have. Well, Falafel Queen is your answer. Cant wait to go back.“
“This is what it’s all about. Nile, the owner, is there on the daily and has been for 23 years with his staff pumping out good vibes and delicious authentic food. I love to see a locally owned and operated place killing it the way they do.“Best falafel in the country” with spices sourced directly from Jordan.“
“Taste like homemade food. Chicken was moist, vegetables were just right, not crunchy nor mushing. The same goes for the rice. Food was lightly seasoned. Health options for a restaurant/ fast food place. The price of each meal is around $16 -$21.Kid-friendliness: Family friendly“
Mediterranean • $
“We have ordered here multiple times and are always satisfied with how the food is, but the service is top notch.We have spoken with multiple people who are so kind, but Raja was one of the people that helped us as well. Due to my long commute he always helps time my food order to my arrival.It helps me make sure i can have a healthy meal, and a tasty one when i get home. I cant appreciate this place more.Parking: If you cant park here, you dont own a car“
Bakery • $$
“Great Iranian eatery. Very cozy, cute, and comfortable space. Booths have the name of the islands in the Persian gulf, in keeping with the restaurant theme!My girlfriend is vegan so when we asked for the options the chef herself came to our table to go over the options. We really appreciated that.The food itself was fantastic. We had kubideh and aash. I wish they also had impossible meat kubideh.We will definitely go back for more!“
“I have eaten at check on my phone many times if you want a semi Mediterranean food they have a good selection here I do like their salmon Kabob and their chicken kabob. And I do love to believe so they're almost as great and their garlic sauce is greatVegetarian options: They have salads they have vegetables they have falafel they have quite a few items to choose from“
“Always wanted to visit Chicken Maison and this was at the Redondo Beach location. My mom is pretty picky and she really loved the food! Great variety - salads, wraps, soups, rotisserie chicken, beef kabobs , garlic sauce.. great portions and nice service. Highly recommend.Vegetarian options: Lots of vegi options - Rice, Coleslaw, Salad, Stuffed Graped Leaves , Pita Bread, Soup, Wraps, etc!Parking: parking in the shopping center.“
“Amazeballs! One of the best Mediterranean places I've been to. My friend who's Egyptian showed me this place. I have to say this is better than zankou chicken. I know they're both chain restaurants but still. The grape leaves are amazing. I got the kofta kabob and it was tender and juicy. Oh and the garlic sauce. Mwah chef's kiss.“
“I love this place, have been coming here from before the pandemic to now as I am returning to Smc. And I will continue to support this establishment. Its small but hearty. The food is great and the customer service is welcoming and friendly.Parking: If youre a student at Smc, you can just walk it there. I do, I just park in the parking lot 3 of Smc. If you dont attend, then parking will be difficult as the lot is small and fills up quickly.Wheelchair accessibility: Theres a ramp to go inside, but the restaurants dining area is a bit cramped.“
“Small kitchen serving authentic persian food. Owner makes the food himself. It is a take away place. No dine in. The food is very authentic and generous amount. Would definitely recommend if you want to try Persian food specially if it's for a group of people. Would try again.“
Mediterranean • $$
“first time here. ordered the Flat Iron Steak Shish Kabob. I love that they give you the option for the doneness of the meat. I asked for "medium". it was perfect to my liking. the marinade was perfect. packaging was impeccable, salad was packed separately. The grilled onion was amazing. caramelized to perfection above the flame. I wish they gave some sumac with the order by default. I don't know if they have sumac upon order... I didn't even think about it, until I got back home with the order. good thing I keep a stash of sumac packs :) highly recommend the steak kabob.“
Mediterranean • $$
“The food consistently impresses with its freshness and generous portions. Even for takeout orders, the quality remains excellent, and they consistently get your order right—a notable contrast to the Topanga location. The only drawback is that the seating is a bit tighter compared to the Topanga location.“
“This place is an absolute hidden gem. The service and vibe is great. What more can you ask for amazing TV’s service and drinks. The food is quality better than any bar around. It’s more of a complete restaurant and bar! High quality drinks and food. Music is on point. This place should be packed every night and it’s not. I’m giving away the sauce. Araik always takes care of us and knows what I’m drinking and remembers what I like. He goes out of his way to ask how I am. His service is on point and he knows how to make a great old fashioned!Come to this place you will not be disappointed.“
“The quantity is plentiful and the taste is a matter of personal preference.It was delicious in my mouth.Good value for money and the staff are friendlyRather than going to an expensive Korean restaurantIt would be nice to grab a meal while traveling??“
“I came here to celebrate with my friend what is the Persian New Year or Nowruz as it's called. It falls on the Spring Equinox and it's customary to eat fish and green rice called Sabzi polo. We ordered the fried white fish which is the most tasty and popular! Great service and friendly staff. The food is fresh and incredible! Ambiance is casual and I love the tanoor they have to bake the bread with, the freshly baked bread they give you with butter is so special and delicious.“
“If you are looking for great Mediterranean food, this is your place. I've had the gyro, kabobs, falafel, hummus and dolmas! All of it is amazing. My friend can't get enough of the lemon chicken...and demands EXTRA lemon sauce on the side as she can't get enough of it. Can't say enough about this place. Great service as well and the prices are more than fair.“
“I love their meats including fresh merguez sausages, ground chicken and beef, chicken and other tasty items. They also sell a lot of diverse spices from all over, a great range in fact. Plus various fresh herbs and olive oils from the Middle East and Europe.“
Mediterranean • $
“I recently had the pleasure of engaging Chicken Dijon in Torrance for catering services for my son's birthday bash, and it was truly a delightful experience. As always, the food was outstanding, but what truly sets this establishment apart is the impeccable service provided by owner Joe. From addressing my numerous inquiries about the menu to alleviating budget concerns swiftly and effectively, Joe ensured a seamless experience. Not only was the cuisine delectable, but it was also delivered promptly and piping hot, a rarity that distinguishes Chicken Dijon from other options. Additionally, I appreciated that there were no issues accommodating our request for primarily vegan, vegetarian-friendly dishes, further enhancing our satisfaction with the catering experience.Vegetarian options: My event was 100% vegetarian, mostly vegan. There were no issues with catering that.Dietary restrictions: I needed a vegetarian and vegan dishes for my event which was not a problem“
“Stopped at Mashawi Grill for a late lunch for the first time. Facilities so clean, looks new but was told they have been opened many years. My sister and I were not super hungry so ordered two small chicken soup and split a chicken wrap. We were so delighted the soup was hot and delicious and the chicken wrap was tender and really delicious served with their Mashawi garlic spread with a touch of lemon. We will recommend this eatery and return soon!“
“such a delicious and amazing experience for our first time here in the Kebab Shop. to start with, the interior is on point, very clean and laid back vibes. the service is also wonderful, the kind young woman in the front was very sweet. food is absolutely WOW!! so much flavor, the sauces and meats are just so delicious. i would recommend this place any day <3Vegetarian options: falafel is available!“