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Naab Cafe
Master Critic Review
Naab Cafe
8.2
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Group Dining Gatherings
Naab Cafe is a casual halal Persian–Mediterranean spot where kabob plates, ash reshteh, and sandwiches share space with hookah and late-night crowds. It’s the kind of flexible Westwood address where you can grab a quick lunch or linger over big platters with friends well past typical dinner hours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef koobideh plate with saffron rice, Cornish hen kabob, Ash reshteh soup
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 6.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Halal Persian café mixing hearty plates, sandwiches, and late-night energy.
Who should go: Budget-conscious diners wanting filling halal kabobs and rice.
When to visit: Late evenings for lively crowds and full savory menu.
What to order: Beef koobideh plate, Cornish hen kabob, ash reshteh soup.
Insider tip: Portions run large, so share a platter and add extra appetizers.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking along Westwood Blvd and adjacent residential blocks; easier before 7pm but can be tight during late-night rush.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable; anything from jeans to athleisure fits the scene.
Noise level: Moderate to lively, especially late evening when groups and hookah service pick up.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes during peak late-night windows; often immediate seating before 8pm.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait except for brief rushes around 12–1pm.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — salads, ash reshteh, grilled veggie plates, and some appetizers.
Vegan options: Limited but workable — hummus, salads without cheese, and select sides.
Gluten-free options: Many kabob and rice plates are naturally gluten-free; bread-based items are not.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual hangouts than romantic first dates due to the energetic, sometimes noisy late-night atmosphere.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — reservations aren’t typically needed; walk-ins are standard and usually accommodated quickly.
Is it kid-friendly? Generally yes during daytime and early evening; the late-night hookah crowd makes it less ideal for very young children later at night.
Best For
Better for: Late-night halal meals, generous portions, and relaxed group dining compared to more polished Persian spots nearby.
Skip if: You want a quieter, upscale Persian experience or need extensive vegan options.