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Kebab Bar
Master Critic Review
Kebab Bar
8.1
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
Hidden Gems Heaven
Kebab Bar sits just off La Brea with a polished fast-casual feel, serving Persian and Mediterranean skewers, mezzes, and big rice plates. It straddles the line between takeout joint and sit-down restaurant, with enough comfort and service to make lingering over kebabs and baklava feel easy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Koobideh plate, Salmon kebab with rice, Dolma with hummus
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 6.5
What makes it special: Dual-location kebab shop with sit-down comfort and a wide skewer lineup.
Who should go: Small groups craving kebabs, rice, and mezze in one place.
When to visit: Weeknights for easier parking and unhurried meals.
What to order: Chicken Koobideh plate, salmon kebab, dolma with hummus.
Insider tip: Combine a kebab plate with extra mezze to comfortably feed two.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along La Brea and adjacent residential blocks; can be tight after 7pm but generally manageable on weeknights.
Dress code: Casual to polished casual; jeans are fine, but many diners lean slightly dressy for evening meals.
Noise level: Moderate — music and conversation create a steady hum, but it’s still easy to talk across the table.
Weekend wait: 20–35 minutes during peak hours, especially 7–8pm.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; quick seating even for small groups.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Good selection — falafel, salads, mezze, and several grilled veggie options.
Vegan options: Moderate — hummus, baba ghanoush, salads, and dolma fit, though mains skew meat-heavy.
Gluten-free options: Many kebabs and rice plates qualify; sauces are generally GF but verify at the counter.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes if you want something relaxed but not too casual — polished fast-casual vibes with comfortable seating and solid food pacing.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — they operate primarily without reservations; peak weekend hours may require a brief wait but turnover is quick.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for families with kids 6+; the menu is approachable, seating is spacious, and service is quick, though not many toddler-specific options.
Best For
Better for: Consistent, well-executed kebabs and rice plates in a cleaner, more polished space than many nearby fast-casual Mediterranean options.
Skip if: You want a full-service, linger-all-night dinner or highly traditional Persian dishes — nearby dedicated sit-down spots may suit that better.