"Akkad is a small spot in Glendale focusing on Iraqi specialities. It serves Armenian and broad Mediterranean staples like kebabs and dolma. The pacha, a hearty Iraqi soup, is highly recommended. The dish is complemented by a punchy cup filled with lemon juice and minced garlic to cut through the richness, humming with pleasant gaminess. Other notable dishes include kibbeh haleb and 'potato chops' fried patties stuffed with ground beef, and flavorful crispy patties. During breakfast, scrambled omelettes heavy with ground beef and dark Armenian coffee are served. Service may not always favor the diner, but the key is to go with the flow of the room." - Farley Elliott
