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Almaza
$$ · Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

8905 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90034 (310) 280-9006
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Best Mediterranean in Palms-Cheviot Hills Best Middle Eastern in Palms-Cheviot Hills

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Almaza 7.8
Palms
Vibes: Hidden Gems Heaven Family Friendly Favorites Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A halal-friendly, family-run spot near Venice & National that balances grill staples with comforting Levantine sides. The kabobs skew toward juicy and well-marinated, and the mezze lineup makes it easy to build a shareable table. A solid everyday option that quietly outperforms its low-key setting.
Must-Try Dishes: Chicken kabob plate, Beef kofta, Baba ghanoush
Scores:
Value: 8.1 Service: 7.7 Consistency: 7.9 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 6.4 Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Halal Mediterranean plates with notably careful marination.
Who should go: Weekday diners who want reliable grilled meats.
When to visit: Lunch for easiest parking.
What to order: Chicken kabob, beef kofta, baba ghanoush.
Insider tip: Order extra garlic sauce — it levels up everything.

Hours

Monday11am - 1am
Tuesday11am - 1am
Wednesday11am - 1am
Thursday11am - 1am
Friday11am - 2am
Saturday11am - 2am
Sunday11am - 1am