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ZipPicks Awards
Best Middle Eastern in West Hollywood
Best Mediterranean in West Hollywood
Master Critic Review
Ladyhawk
8.7
Top Chef Middle East winner Charbel Hayek's refined Eastern Mediterranean restaurant inside Kimpton La Peer Hotel serves elevated Lebanese cuisine with California flair. The $110 mezze platter on a rotating lazy susan is the star, featuring nine spreads, falafel, and warm pita that easily feeds two.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mezze Platter with Nine Spreads, Shawarma-Spiced Australian Wagyu, Spanish Ahi Tuna Crudo
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 8.8
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 8.9
Cultural Relevance: 8.5
What makes it special: Michelin-trained Top Chef winner elevating Lebanese home cooking
Who should go: Business diners and special occasion celebrants
When to visit: Wednesday for 50% off wine bottles
What to order: Mezze platter, olive-crusted lamb, Turkish coffee
Insider tip: Bar seats offer open-kitchen theater views
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Valet $15 at Kimpton La Peer Hotel, limited street parking in Design District
Dress code: Smart casual to business - elevated hotel dining room, avoid athletic wear
Noise level: Moderate - intimate enough for date conversations, livelier near bar
Weekend wait: 60-90 min without reservation, often fully booked
Weekday lunch: Usually immediate seating, 15-20 min during peak business lunch
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - extensive mezze options, falafel, grilled vegetables, dedicated entrees
Vegan options: Yes - hummus, baba ganoush, muhammara, tabbouleh, falafel clearly marked
Gluten-free options: Limited - can modify mezze platter, grilled meats safe, no GF pita
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Perfect - romantic lighting, shareable mezze creates interactive dining, impressive without being stuffy. The lazy susan presentation is a natural conversation starter.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Bar seats usually available for walk-ins, but dining room books up 1-2 weeks ahead for prime times. Try OpenTable at midnight for next-day cancellations.
Is it kid-friendly? Better for ages 12+ who appreciate elevated cuisine. No kids menu, sophisticated atmosphere. For families, try lunch over dinner.
Best For
Better for: Special occasion Middle Eastern with hotel-level service and wine program that outshines casual spots like Carousel or Zankou
Consider Alternatives If: You want quick casual Mediterranean - this is 2-hour refined dining. For fast-casual, hit Cava or Tender Greens instead
Hours
Monday6pm - 10pm
Tuesday6pm - 10pm
Wednesday6pm - 10pm
Thursday6pm - 10pm
Friday5pm - 10pm
Saturday5pm - 10pm
SundayClosed