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Berenjak Downtown LA
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Berenjak Downtown LA
8.6
A London-born Iranian kebab house that landed in the Arts District with a candlelit, garden-like dining room and a coal-fired focus. Expect refined mazeh spreads, expertly grilled skewers, and rice-bread pairings that feel both traditional and scene-ready. It’s the neighborhood’s most polished Persian experience right now, best enjoyed family-style.
Must-Try Dishes:
Koobideh Kebab Platter, Kashk-e Bademjan (smoky eggplant dip), Sangak with herb butter & torshi
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 9.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Coal-grilled Iranian kebabs and luxe mazeh in a Persian-garden setting.
Who should go: Date nights, celebratory groups, and Persian food lovers.
When to visit: Weeknights for easier reservations and calmer energy.
What to order: Koobideh, kashk-e bademjan, sangak with dips.
Insider tip: Order multiple mazeh first, then share skewers and rice family-style.
Berenjak Downtown LA
8.0
A candlelit Persian dining room tucked into Soho Warehouse, where coal-grilled kebabs and silky mazeh make a date feel transportive. The atmosphere is moody and intimate, and the menu is designed for sharing—warm breads, smoky dips, and skewers that reward lingering. New to the neighborhood but already a magnetic romantic pick.
Must-Try Dishes:
Koobideh kebab, Kashk-e bademjan, Sangak bread with mast-o-musir
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 9
Cultural Relevance: 7.7
What makes it special: Coal-grilled Persian classics in a truly seductive setting.
Who should go: Couples who like dim lights and shared plates.
When to visit: Late night for peak candlelit ambience.
What to order: Koobideh, kashk-e bademjan, sangak with yogurt dips.
Insider tip: The Feast menu is the smoothest way to sample widely.
Berenjak Downtown LA
7.8
A new Tehran-inspired kebab house from London, built around coal-grilled meats and a lush, garden-like patio. Expect bold smoke, bright herbs, and shareable mezze designed for lingering outdoors. Still early in its LA life, but the concept and execution already feel distinctive for the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Koobideh kebab with sangak, Jujeh kebab, Shirazi salad
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.3
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Coal-grilled Iranian cooking in a secret-garden patio setting.
Who should go: Groups who love smoky kebabs and shared plates.
When to visit: Evenings for the full patio-and-grill experience.
What to order: Koobideh; jujeh; shirazi salad.
Insider tip: Order family-style and add extra sangak for scooping.
Berenjak Downtown LA
7.8
The London-born Iranian favorite lands at Soho Warehouse with coal-grilled kebabs, bright herb-heavy mezze, and fluffy breads meant for sharing. The cooking emphasizes smoke, saffron, and acid in a way that feels both luxe and convivial. As a fresh opening, it’s a promising chef-led newcomer for family-style feasts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Koobideh coal-grilled kebab, Sangak with herbs and feta, Gormeh sabzi stew
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 7.3
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 8.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Coal-grilled Iranian kebab house from an acclaimed London team.
Who should go: Groups who love smoky meats and shared plates.
When to visit: Weekend evenings for the full buzz.
What to order: Koobideh, sangak, gormeh sabzi.
Insider tip: Order multiple kebabs and mix bites into the stews.
Berenjak Downtown LA
8.1
The first public U.S. outpost of London’s Berenjak brings coal-grilled Iranian kebabs and mezze to the Arts District, open late to 11pm. Expect smoky koobideh, bright herb-heavy sides, and a stylish Tehran-garden mood inside Soho Warehouse.
Must-Try Dishes:
Koobideh Kebab, Jujeh (saffron chicken) Kebab, Gormeh Sabzi
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 8
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 8.3
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Coal-grilled Iranian classics in a rare late-night Arts District setting.
Who should go: Friends sharing plates and kebab lovers.
When to visit: Later dinner for grills straight off the fire.
What to order: Koobideh, jujeh, gormeh sabzi.
Insider tip: Ask about off-menu breads when they’re hot.
Berenjak Downtown LA
7.7
A recent Arts District opening bringing coal-grilled Iranian kebabs and mezze into a lush, garden-like space. While breads are central, gluten-free diners can comfortably build a meal around skewers, saffron rice, stews, and bright salads with clear guidance from staff. A buzzy new option for GF-friendly group dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Koobideh kebab, Jujeh saffron chicken skewer, Shirazi salad with saffron rice
Scores:
Value: 7.2
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 8.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Coal-grilled Iranian cooking in a dramatic new Arts District room.
Who should go: Groups craving kebabs and mezze
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for easier reservations
What to order: Koobideh, jujeh, and a rice-and-salad combo
Insider tip: Skip the bread and ask for extra rice or veg sides instead.
Berenjak Downtown LA
7.7
A Tehran-inspired kebab house newly arrived in the Arts District, serving coal-grilled meats, bright salads, and piles of warm bread meant for sharing. The family-style format and approachable flavors make it a strong new option for groups with kids.
Must-Try Dishes:
Koobideh kebab platter, Jujeh saffron chicken, Sangak bread with mezze
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 7.1
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 7.8
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Coal-grilled Iranian kebabs and mezze in a share-first setup.
Who should go: Families who love feasting off one big spread.
When to visit: Early dinner for the most relaxed service.
What to order: Koobideh, jujeh, and lots of bread with dips.
Insider tip: Order one extra mezze trio — kids usually demolish it.
Berenjak Downtown LA
8.0
A candlelit Persian kebab house with coal-grilled beef and lamb skewers served family-style in a lush garden-floor space. It’s steakhouse-adjacent in spirit: smoke, char, and saffron-forward marinades designed for sharing over cocktails.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tikkeh Masti (Saffron Yogurt Beef Kebab), Koobideh Kebab, Sangak Bread with Mast-o-Musir
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Coal-grilled Persian meats in a dark, romantic Soho Warehouse hideaway.
Who should go: Couples who like smoky kebabs and low-lit ambiance
When to visit: After 8pm for peak candlelit mood
What to order: Tikkeh masti, koobideh, a spread of mazeh
Insider tip: Start in the patio garden if you can—it's the best seat in the house.