Mediterranean Restaurants near Playa Vista

“My husband and I love this hidden gem in Playa Vista. We always get the falafel gyros with GF pitas. They are very good portions, filled with deliciousness, and topped with amazing sauces. We come here on a semi-regular basis and would highly recommend it to anyone in the area.Dietary restrictions: Gluten free and vegan options“

“This is a 5+++, as you would be hard-pressed to find a more creative, flavorful and truly life-changing pasta meal than at Cento. The Spicy Pomodoro Pasta may be the singularly most delicious pasta dish on earth. The lamb meatballs… to die for. The grilled octopus, OMG. Pasta will never be the same for you. The beet spaghetti? Just ask Luca… it becomes part of you. Highly recommended.“

“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 place is lights out delicious. The beef plate was cooked perfectly and the falafel wrap was amazing with the sauce. The falafel was nicely tender and juicy. The garlic and hot sauce were fantastic as well.Pro tip: Get one of the plates, mix in the hot sauce and a little bit of the garlic sauce into the protein (I went with the beef) and rice. Then mix in the hummus. Now you’ve got a dish that will rival the best halal cart in NYC.Also the pita bread that had falafel literally baked into it?Are you kidding me?Amazing.Great staff, great food. Will be back.“

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“Amazing experience!!! It was one of the biggest celebrations in my life - passing my USA CITIZENSHIP !!!!! I researched 15 michelin star / recommended restaurants in LA & chose AVRA. I was not disappointed ! (Thank you Nathaniel! 13 April, 8pm, Table 56) The entire experience was just pure bliss ! Even the staff came out to congratulate me on my citizenship !!!!! :))) THANK YOU AVRA FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENING !“

“Love this hidden gem. Great for outdoor dining. I am not a hummus guy but the hummus starter might have changed my mind, it’s a must try. The food is delicious, fresh off the grill. The veggies were perfectly cooked and tasty. The lamb chops were pretty good.“

“Went here to celebrate a friend's birthday and it was the perfect dinner! The service was outstanding and we felt attended to throughout the entire evening, from our waiter to the chef stopping by and asking us how we enjoyed the food. The ambience is beautiful, it is dimly light and you are surrounded by roses and lots of plants. The food was incredibly delicious. We shared the meat sampler and added the eggplant on the side - everything was tasty but the eggplant was our favorite!“

“My girls and I had an amazing experience. As soon as you walk inside you immediately just feel transported to another world. Ambiance was perfect and the food was extremely delicious. I definitely left feeling satisfied thanks to the wonderful staff and to Mario who hosted us.“

“ou won't miss the meat" at this "go-to for high-end vegan" and vegetarian dining, a "phenomenal" "late-night find" on Melrose offering "inspired" "comfort food" and "creative" Vegan cafés abound in health-conscious L.A., but Crossroads Kitchen, which opened in 2013, sets itself apart by turning plant-based dining into a white tablecloth affair. Crossroads is a high-end vegan restaurant for carnivores. Plant-based chef to the stars Tal Ronnen—he counts Oprah Winfrey and Ellen DeGeneres as clients.“

“I really enjoy Armenian cuisine, and this place was both delicious and unique. The flavors were subtle, the presentation was lovely, and the ambience quite nice as well. We ordered small plates which allowed us to experience a variety of items.Vegetarian options: Definitely not a vegetarian restaurant, as there are several dishes with beef and other meats. But there were plenty of vegetarian options for me.“

“Hidden gem. Stopped by a bit early on a Friday night with my wife and kiddo and we had a fantastic experience. Cocktails were tasty, food was delicious, service was excellent, and the vibe was super friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend the roasted cauliflower, tuna bruschetta, farmer's cheese, the duck special if they have it, and any one of their fantastic (healthy pours) wines on tap. Can't wait to come back!“

“Obsessed! Among a sea of fancy, loud pizza places in LA, Heirloom stands on their own merit. I drive quite a bit just to visit this spot. The pizza is fresh, balanced, and delicious, the place is comfy, and the owners are kind. My ONLY complaint is that they’re not open more often (I always crave them on Friday).“

“This hidden gem is magical. You can't go wrong with any food items you order, and the staff is happy to help you find a wine to your liking to go along with it. The atmosphere is perfect. I really hope they bring back brunch, because finding out that was not a thing anymore was heart breaking. We gotta get that brunch back!“

“a must visit if you're ever in hollywood!!! second time visiting this place and so glad i came back! the food is not only delicious but the service is amazing as well. i didn't catch his name but im assuming he was the owner gave us a whole bag of their pita bread which i loved dipping with my baba ghanoush :) portion sizes are great and food is amazing!! will definitely be returning again. my personal fav is the chicken schawarma plate!“

“I'm at a loss for words, but I'll try my best. Food? Amazing! Perfect amount of seasoning and the portions are huge! And this is coming from a big dude. For the appetizers, my favorites were the Kashk E'bademjan (Eggplant Delight), Potato Salad, and the Hummus! They have more selections, but this is what I was able to try. I hear all are great! For the Entrees, ALL OF THEIR KABOBS ARE FIRE (MMM MMMM YUMMY). I had a sample of most them and in the islands, we would say "broke da mouf kine", which translates to, the food is *beep beep* GOOD! If you've never had Persian Food, or you love it, this is the restaurant for you! Drinks? I love Korean Soju and Cass beer, so yeah, +10 points from me. They do carry various Wines and Beers though...and of course your choice of Soda Pop. Atmosphere? It' gives you a Kewl Kids Vibe; a classy place where you can be yourself with family and friends and just enjoy each others company. You have your choice of Indoor and Outdoor dinning which is amazing. There's also a private room upstairs that can hold 20 people for a meal and karaoke (there is a fee to reserve, but very much worth it). Staff? We were greeted at the door as if we were coming home. Pasha and his staff go above and beyond to make sure all your needs are met. Their suggestions on meal and drink pairings are spot on. I can't thank Pasha and the crew for making our group outing a success. Overall? I'll be going back and I hope that you add this restaurant to your list of 'go to' places to dine at. You will not be disappointed, I promise you. (Unless your attitude stinks or you're not willing to try new food ‍) Pasha again, thank you so much for the hospitality. I already told Fatemeh that I'll be coming back again. سپاسگزارم“

“I've had only amazing experiences at Kismet. The staff is kind, and manages to get us in even if we didn't have the foresight to make a reservation (you should make a reservation). The food is DELICIOUS. It's a great place to get several dishes to share. The atmosphere is great for a date night or a small group of friends who want to try everything on the menu together.“

“Lunch was divine. Quiet afternoon. Moussaka tasted like Greece. Taramasalata smooth w hint of lemon. Beet salad was unexpectedly great. First time having it w Greek fare. Patates perfectly marinated, lemon, olive oil, oregano. BBQ chicken spot on - moist, flavorful & chopped up for easy eating. Rizogalo creamy & just right sweet. Stuffed but happy. Highly recommend. Gem to share w fam & friends.“

“Came here on a Sunday and barely made it brunch. We sat at the bar and it wasn't packed. This was around 2:45pm. They were nice enough to still serve us brunch even though the kitchen was going to close in 10 minutes. I got the salmon egg Benedict and my friend got the shrimp and grits. I liked mine, I've had better but it was just the right meal since I didn't want to feel so full. It came with a salad. My friend seemed to enjoy hers. We both got the same drink called Fanny something. Our bartender was so nice and fun and we all got along but the drinks are overpriced and it seems like they fill them with mostly ice so I'm good on their drinks here. Our bartender made us some good shots though with tajin and pineapple with a mango hint. The ambiance is so pretty. I'm open to trying more of their dishes but idk about their drinks.“

“Insanely good restaurant with really good service and an extremely tasteful decor and music. Great atmosphere, it seems like a family owned restaurant. The food is phenamenal, I have been coming here for a decade, quality has maintained a high level.“

“The little door has been and continues to be a Los Angeles hot spot and institution .. Greeting and service were amazing, food options stimulate our palate with different spices and traditional marroccan couscous options.. Great for vegetarians as well.. It is like traveling for an evening somewhere outside of the US.. Thank you“

“DETAILS IS EVERYTHING! Rodney asked us for specific things that we forgot to request, and knew we would need it. Food was fresh and hot, and made at the time needed. Everyone in our office loved it, even those who were health conscious. Thanks Rodney for your help! The team was awesome!Dietary restrictions: Something for every diet“

“Meals and memories are made here at Bianca’s deli. Bianca’s deli (est 1983) is a small Mediterranean deli cafe in East Hollywood. They serve fresh, healthy salads, wraps, sandwiches, panini and pasta. Furthermore, they offer good breakfast and coffee. They provide exceptional service and food. I came here over Lunch and ordered a Grilled chicken salad and a Pasta Primavera. Food was fresh and satisfying; portions were abundant for their modest price. Staff were assiduous, caring and professional.Overall, I enjoyed their service and food. I highly recommend this deli.“

“Very impressed with Javan! Service was so helpful and friendly, especially our server Victor. The food was outstanding and so fresh. The combination of flavors in the Alex salad was absolutely outstanding. Our vegetarian Koobideh was delicious. The hummus and babaganoush were perfect. Thank you - we will be back!“

“Outstanding food and service!!! Great decor, very romantic. The hummus was perfectly creamy and that egg and chickpeas on top is kind of genius. Crispy cauliflower: great crunch and coated perfectly with delicious tahini dressing. Branzino: just right amount of seasoning, love that it comes with roasted veggies, beautiful presentation. It was slightly overcooked for my taste, but I forgive you ;) Coming back soon to taste more!“

“This is an incredible place, hands down one of the best restaurants in LA and I have been to many. The food is a true art, all ingredients are fresh and of the highest quality. The service is excellent and the music band that they have creates an incredible ambiance!“

“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!“

“I can't say enough good things - great food, great service and its Halal! The chicken is so moist, as is the beef. The falafel isn't dry, which makes the wrap a must have. Run don't walk on this storefront. It's a little hard to find, so keep looking!“

“I did not have a reservation and the restaurant was really crowded on a Friday night. Yet they gave me space at the bar to enjoy the night as a solo traveller. Had a rose (brut) and some fantastic duck pasta. So so so delicious dinner and you cannot miss the panna cotta, Absolutely loved it as it wanted speed .Enjoyed the music and accompanying wine.Friendly bartenders, waiters and managers. Constantly checking on you making the environment so buzz.“

“We arrived at 5:30pm, just at opening time, and had the place all to ourselves, which was cool because one of the owners of 34 years brought menus and chatted with us for a while. He recommended wines and brought my wife a sample Chardonnay, which she liked and ordered. I ordered a Sauvignon Blanc that was excellent as well. I ordered and enjoyed a sausage pasta combo and my wife enjoyed a veal sausage combo special. They offered to customize anything on the menu. Must go back again when in the area.“

“What a gem! If you’re on Hollywood Blvd. anywhere near Vine St. or the Pantages Theater, I can’t recommend this spot enough, whether it’s dinner or late-night food after a show. I’ve been multiple times now and have tried different menu items and they’re all excellent. The proprietors have a real pride for what they do and it sets this place apart from the many food options in this area.“

“Genuinely one of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. The mezze platter was a knockout, I particularly loved the hummus—a “simple” dish flavored brilliantly to become anything but simple. The duck was the best duck I’ve ever had“

“ordered from the walk up window after scoping out the menu online. Their online ordering wasn't working. I ordered the Gyro Burrito because it looked so good in the picture. It took about 20 minutes for take out but everything is made fresh. It was one of the few times that l've ever gotten food that looked as good or better than the picture. The burrito is HUGE! I tried a bite & it tasted even better than it looked! Out of habit, I always get extra sauce in the side & their King sauce is like a Tahini type sauce only more complex & tastier. It really enhanced the flavors of everything, especially the gyro meat. Before I knew it, I had devoured the burrito & an entire cup of the King sauce. I'm definitely going back VERY soon & often!“

“The food here is Fantastic! The best Egyptian food ever! Make sure you call the Restaurant directly, because I made the mistake of ordering through yelp and was charged $10 higher than the restaurant charges!! It was explained to me that when you order through this site Yelp, grub hub charges you a bunch of crazy erroneous charges! So call the restaurant directly donot order through Yelp! I don't LIKE HIDDEN CHARGES!! Now yelp you are exposed!“

“This is the best Turkish food in town. The quality of the food is great. Everything is fresh, The portions are pretty big. My favorites are Sultan Delight and Adana kabab. Their Baba ganouj is the best in LA. It's not heavy. They have a small area where you can eat but it's mostly takeout. This place is literally a hidden gem.“

“I have been to here for brunch twice and really enjoyed it both times. Service and ambiance were great too. We had the pancakes, cinnamon roll, burrito and the acai bowl. All were very good. I highly recommend if you want to go for a nice brunch with family. The eggs Benedict was amazing too.“

“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!“

“Great service , Great Hookah , Staff are very nice and friendly specially the owner of the restaurant treats everyone very very nice The ambiance is amazing very good vibes here and their Sangak Pizza is very delicious I can say they are among the top 3 hookah bars in Los “

“Hummus has different variety. I chose garlic which I think could be better as it was rather dry. Otherwise, the shrimp kabob was really delicious. Fresh and succulent! The lady serving us was really kind and helpful. More lighting could help with the ambience.“

“wtf?!?! everthing is buttteerrrr.. the rice : butter the hummus: butter the damn marinated beef : wait for it.... lebanese...... which is also butterrrr cant sorry for yelling, can't go wrong. service was dope. food was amazing. and just like jesus. it was gone! and i'll be ba!!“

“The food is exceptional. Chef Daniel, what can I say your hospitality was beyond words. Your recipes are clever and flavorful. You have to try the appetizer plate that you select and if they are on the menu these puffs with feta and spinach they were to die for. The beauty of the restaurant was also there. Great date place even on a rainy night in So Cal. However when it's not rainy the patio is lovely. Highly recommend. And !! The waiter Chris and waitress Ariel were so nice and attentive when needed and left us alone to talk the dinner away! Love this place.“

“First visit to Pita House and was impressed. Got the falafel plate and chose hummus, baba ganoush and salad as my sides. Falafel was perfect, freshly cooked. The six large falafel were crispy outside and tender inside. Tasty tahini sauce. Hummus was good. Baba ganoush was okay but a bit watery and lacked a smoky flavor. The salad was very good romaine with a tasty balsamic dressing. An order of grape leaves was above average. They were large and an ample amount.Very nice, understated and relaxing decor. Pleasant staff.Parking is free in this busy corner strip mall but it can get crowded at times. Meter parking is available on the street. Starbucks, other food spots are there also.Vegetarian options: Loved the falafel plate, stuffed grape leaves.“

“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.“

“This place is awesome for lunch! Everything is always super fresh and you can tell it's made to order. Portions are perfect and everyone that works there is super friendly. They make pretty much everything in house (hummus, dips, sauces) and all the baked goods are homemade too (the bread is homemade!!) And the parking lot is a huge plus! The food tastes great to go as well so a great option for lunch or quick dinner“

“The 33oz cowboy steak we ordered was amazing and cooked to perfection. The potato skins never came with the steak and only after we asked the server did we get them... however they were over cooked and extremely oily. Our server seemed to be overwhelmed by the amount of tables she had to serve and it looked like the restaurant was short staffed.“

“The owners were very nice. In addition to great customer service, their food was very delicious. I had ordered a cappuccino club (combo). Not only were they delicious, but it was fresh and extremely neat. My friend had a chicken sandwich & he was satisfied with his meal. Also, great fries (very well seasoned). I will definitely come back. 6 stars!“

“Delicious food, friendly service, and decor and music that create a Mediterranean mood. Near multiple museums and hotels (across the Kimpton). Drone shot of shareable breakfast attached. Will return when next in the city. PS thank you for collecting funds for earthquake relief.“

“This restaurant was recommended by Turks. The menu is relatively simple and looks like a fast food restaurant hanging above your head. If you have bad eyesight, you can't see clearly. The restaurant cannot seat more than 20 people, so there are outdoor seating options. The parking lot is exclusively occupied by Starbucks, so we can only find a parking spot on the roadside.The food was well cooked, very Turkish style, the portions were huge but all was eaten.“

“The chicken is cooked perfect just enough flavor!! The sauces are the perfect way to kick it up. Salad dressing is insane so satisfying. All of the sides are delicious. Don’t forget to order Schmaltzy potato’s the best way to eat potato’s“

“As I renovated my kitchen, my husband and I are eating out more. Last night was our first visit to Continental Kitchen and we were very impressed.So many great meals for those like me who are looking for healthier fare. There is also an array of decadent deserts. Something for everyone.One of my favorite aspects of this place is the friendly and capable staff. They made us feel like family on our first viait. We'll be back real soon!“