One of the best meals and service we had so far in LA
Abbie T
Honestly the food wasn’t anything to rave about. Confused by the 4.7 rating. My friend and I had the chicken shawarma plate and our taste buds were underwhelmed. Wasn’t bad but everything was under seasoned.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Randy Ly
I went here with a group of coworkers on a Tuesday afternoon for lunch (~12pm). Surprisingly, at that time, it wasn't busy. This is a very tiny hole-in-the-wall restaurant that isn't found on the main street of LA. Inside the restaurant is small, so they have tables outside. There is a lot of shade, so it's pleasant to sit outside. Parking, however, could be a hassle if you drive here. The tables are located on the street and near the parking lot. Meaning, it felt like a car could hit a table if it got out of control.
I ordered the combo plate (~$16 at the time of this writing). They gave us extra pita bread because our party was pretty big. Everything tasted fresh and home made. The kebabs were sizzling hot right off the grill. The salad was seasoned and crunchy. The hummus wasn't as flavorful or beany tasting, but I preferred it that way because everything else had flavor. The rice balanced any overwhelming flavor.
I'm typically picky and if I find a Mediterranean food that's good, I just stick with that and don't try anything else until someone else recommends or invites me out to eat. Having said that, I would definitely return here.
Summary: - CLEANLINESS. Clean. They placed spill pads (almost like the one you'd find in the Boiling Crab) for our tables outside. - COSTS. $ Affordable. $16 for a decently portioned meal. It will definitely fill you up. - CUSTOMER SERVICE. The staff was friendly. They gave us extra pita because we had a large party. - FOOD QUALITY. Good and perfectly balanced. Not too overwhelming on any one specific dish. - FOOD QUANTITY. Large portion size. - BATHROOM. I saw a one gender only bathroom near the cash register. (I didn't enter or use it, so I don't know the condition of it.) - WAIT TIME. About 10-15 minutes total for our group of 6 people to get everything.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Architectural Sketches
Five hundred starts times one thousand
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aidah A
I don’t even know where to start! Mima has become my go-to spot for everything I love in a dining experience — top-quality food, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and genuinely friendly staff.
I’ve tried their chicken shawarma, spicy Adana kebab, kibbeh, Hummus Beiruti, classic hummus, and lentil soup, and every dish has been absolutely delicious. Highly recommend! It is the best place to eat in LA downtown.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
priya garg
Family owned and always good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sam Marikyan
Best spot in downtown. Family owned business, great service literally made it feel like I was visiting a family member, eating a home cooked meal. Food was hands down the best Mediterranean food I've ever had, coming from an Armenian that eats this stuff at least twice a week. A must try Mediterranean spot in downtown LA.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ugur
Amazing food is great. Kabap is nummer one
Pure Hope Inc
Oh my gosh, this is a hidden gem. Me and my son really enjoyed their food. They were pleasant and friendly and sitting outside just made it all the more nostalgic. It was a cool dining experience to be down in the middle of downtown LA.
Caty Wagner
Parking is tough and skating is outdoors. The muhummara and hummus are so good. I keep thinking about them a week later. A coffee is thick and rich. The muhummara doesn’t have any pomegranate in it and it is very spicy, but very good.
One of the best meals and service we had so far in LA
Honestly the food wasn’t anything to rave about. Confused by the 4.7 rating. My friend and I had the chicken shawarma plate and our taste buds were underwhelmed. Wasn’t bad but everything was under seasoned.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
I went here with a group of coworkers on a Tuesday afternoon for lunch (~12pm). Surprisingly, at that time, it wasn't busy. This is a very tiny hole-in-the-wall restaurant that isn't found on the main street of LA. Inside the restaurant is small, so they have tables outside. There is a lot of shade, so it's pleasant to sit outside. Parking, however, could be a hassle if you drive here. The tables are located on the street and near the parking lot. Meaning, it felt like a car could hit a table if it got out of control.
I ordered the combo plate (~$16 at the time of this writing). They gave us extra pita bread because our party was pretty big. Everything tasted fresh and home made. The kebabs were sizzling hot right off the grill. The salad was seasoned and crunchy. The hummus wasn't as flavorful or beany tasting, but I preferred it that way because everything else had flavor. The rice balanced any overwhelming flavor.
I'm typically picky and if I find a Mediterranean food that's good, I just stick with that and don't try anything else until someone else recommends or invites me out to eat. Having said that, I would definitely return here.
Summary:
- CLEANLINESS. Clean. They placed spill pads (almost like the one you'd find in the Boiling Crab) for our tables outside.
- COSTS. $ Affordable. $16 for a decently portioned meal. It will definitely fill you up.
- CUSTOMER SERVICE. The staff was friendly. They gave us extra pita because we had a large party.
- FOOD QUALITY. Good and perfectly balanced. Not too overwhelming on any one specific dish.
- FOOD QUANTITY. Large portion size.
- BATHROOM. I saw a one gender only bathroom near the cash register. (I didn't enter or use it, so I don't know the condition of it.)
- WAIT TIME. About 10-15 minutes total for our group of 6 people to get everything.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Five hundred starts times one thousand
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I don’t even know where to start! Mima has become my go-to spot for everything I love in a dining experience — top-quality food, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and genuinely friendly staff.
I’ve tried their chicken shawarma, spicy Adana kebab, kibbeh, Hummus Beiruti, classic hummus, and lentil soup, and every dish has been absolutely delicious. Highly recommend! It is the best place to eat in LA downtown.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Family owned and always good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best spot in downtown. Family owned business, great service literally made it feel like I was visiting a family member, eating a home cooked meal. Food was hands down the best Mediterranean food I've ever had, coming from an Armenian that eats this stuff at least twice a week. A must try Mediterranean spot in downtown LA.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food is great. Kabap is nummer one
Oh my gosh, this is a hidden gem. Me and my son really enjoyed their food. They were pleasant and friendly and sitting outside just made it all the more nostalgic. It was a cool dining experience to be down in the middle of downtown LA.
Parking is tough and skating is outdoors. The muhummara and hummus are so good. I keep thinking about them a week later. A coffee is thick and rich. The muhummara doesn’t have any pomegranate in it and it is very spicy, but very good.
Restaurantji Recommends
It’s a family business. They have amazing food very fresh and very delicious. Price is amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hummus, Arabic Style Chicken Shawerma, Kebab
Perfectly prepared Mediterranean food with great hospitality and pleasant atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fattoush, Chicken Shawarma Plate with Garlic Sauce and Fries, Arayes, Grilled Tomatoes
Such fresh, homemade plates. The staff was very kind and attentive. And the baklava was 10/10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food. Good amount of hummus, I go there because that and the food taste is amazing. 100% recommended place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hummus, Kebab
Dietary restrictions: Only chicken is Halal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hummus
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