Anwar's Kitchen

If there is one restaurant that I can eat food from every day for the rest of my life, it has to be Anwers! Perfect quantity, quality and nutrition in each order. Their Gyro is my favorite. Falafel is out of the world! Chicken & beef is also delicious. If you get the meats well done, it enhances more flavors. The sauces are best with each meal! The garlic, taztiki, spicy, & green salsa are amazing! Oh and dont forget the absolutely delicious desserts! Baklava is to die for!

Anwar’s Kitchen offers good food that is tasty and enjoyable. While it has a Middle Eastern flavor, it doesn’t feel fully authentic. The overall experience was pleasant, and the dishes were well-prepared. A solid choice if you’re looking for a flavorful meal, though it may not fully satisfy those seeking traditional Middle Eastern cuisine.

Pro: Located in the “Fashion” district of LA, this eatery has a good selection of Mediterranean dishes. Served with good presentation on disposable dishes & silverware, our group of four agreed the food was delicious. Looked generally clean. Pleasant cashier (who also was the server & table cleaner). Con: We were there on a midday Saturday, when there were few customers (take-outs undetermined), yet it took 20 min for two in our group to get their meals & another 20 min for the other two persons to get their food. Sticky concrete floor.

LOVE this restaurant. first time trying Mediterranean food. I ordered the chicken shrwama bowl with humus + sauce, veggies, chese sticks and petal bread :) bowl was packed. really got my $20 worth. the food was delicious and plentiful. the restaurant staff was family operated and very friendly. they made me feel so welcomed. they are popular for a reason. go check them out!

The food did not disappoint! We are a fan of the YouTube videos, but we didn't think the restaurant would be soooo great! That taco exceeded all expectations. We will be back!

Anwar’s Kitchen is the kind of place I could eat at every day. The gyros are packed with flavor, the falafel is phenomenal, and both the chicken and beef are tender and delicious—cooking them well done really intensifies the taste. The variety of sauces, from garlic and tzatziki to spicy and green salsa, perfectly complements each meal. The portions are generous, the ingredients are high-quality, and the desserts, especially the baklava, are irresistible. Friendly, attentive staff and consistently well-prepared dishes make this a top spot for Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine.

You HAVE to try this place! The food is absolutely incredible-| didn't leave a single bite on my plate. Everything was bursting with flavor, especially the perfectly seasoned chicken. It's a full, satisfying meal that hits all the right notes. The spicy sauce has a real kick, while the garlic sauce is rich and delicious. I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience!

Had to try this place when ur dt LA. Ordered chicken platter, combo platter and Anwar’s special loaded fries. Everyone enjoyed the food. Place could have been cleaner but I get it it’s the dt area which is nasty to begin with.

I keep coming back to Anwar's Kitchen for one simple reason: the food is consistently good. Not "pretty good for takeout," not "good on a lucky day," just genuinely solid every single time. This time, I went with the Anwar Style Chicken Shawarma to try something new. The portion size alone is impressive. The container is packed and feels substantial the moment you pick it up. The base is a bed of fries, and these are not just filler. They are thick, well seasoned, and sturdy enough to handle all the toppings without turning into a soggy mess. On top of the fries is a generous amount of chicken. The chicken tastes freshly cooked, with that warm, savory flavor you expect from good shawarma, never dry and never overly salty. There are pita chips mixed in, which add a great crunch and texture against the fries and chicken. Multiple sauces are drizzled throughout the dish. I chose a side of their spicy sauce. The creamy white sauce balances things out, while the orange sauce brings a mild heat and a little extra depth. None of the sauces overpower the dish, they work together to coat everything evenly and keep every bite flavorful. Diced tomatoes and corn adds a touch of sweetness that surprisingly works really well here. A sprinkle of herbs throughout helps brighten everything up and keeps the dish from feeling too heavy, even though it is definitely filling. This is comfort food done right. It is messy in the best way, packed with flavor, at least to me it was. If you are looking for something hearty, satisfying, and consistently well made, I will always recommend Anwar's Kitchen. Anwar's Kitchen delivers quality food, and I will keep ordering from them.

A trip to the DTLA bead shops landed me here! A quick excursion with my teen ended up with a meal to go! Honestly I had no idea Anwar started a restaurant so this was completely unplanned $40 meal for two. The establishment is clean with nice touches that flow seamlessly together for a pleasant decor more typical of casual dining. NOTE: There are currently no explicit vegan options! The Falafal is vegan and so is the salad but there may be cross contamination so mark this as spot as Vegan Friendly! Also the garlic paste has egg in it too! Ordering at the counter over the self-serve kiosk was great! The staff member was patient attentive and chill especially with a teen that was indecisive! After food was ordered and paid for, the staff member at the counter went to the back and the aforementioned teen then decided they wanted a drink.. I left them to pay for that with their allowance while I went to go use the restroom. On my short journey there and a bit of a wait I noticed the place was well staffed but a lot of meandering. The place was not busy at all we were the only patrons at the time so no biggie. But from a biz perspective down time is extremely useful for prep. Coming back from the immaculately clean bathroom (a little over 5min) the front was still vacant. It took a total of 10min for our food to come out it was delivery driver sealed (well done on that) and the front counter was still vacant. I decided to peep the contents while waiting for a staff member to man the front counter so my kid could get their drink. Total of 13 to 15 min they came back. FEEDBACK: Most of the staff are young and come across as pretty green to the restaurant and service industry. Please do not leave the front unattended for that long. This is for safety reasons too! Ok on to the food I peep in the bag and the presentation is nice! Compartmentalized and plated with care! The packaging was well thought out! Yes the hummus is heavy on the tahini, but for me it was still good just a different flavor profile than the usual you will find around Los Angeles. I got the falafal wrap which is vegan friendly and my teenager got the chicken shawarma plate. My wrap was delicious the falafal were cooked to perfection not dry and just the right amount of crisp on the outside! The flavor had a hint of anise or fennel which was a great touch! I got a side salad and hummus with it and the salad was the freshest I've ever had at a restaurant! It didn't need any dressing! My kid loved their meal only exception was the hummus but no other complaints which is high regard from the teenager! Yes the price is on the higher end but much is made in house and focused on Fresh as well as Anwar...with the decor and videos of his appearances/content playing. Although it's more on the expensive side you can offset that tag-teaming the discount apps such as "Upside" new try BRETTNEY2562 and "Fetch" use bonus 7P2KJN

Shoutout to these fine friendly folks downtown. Open til the wee hours and serving up shwarma like it's nobody's business. But it is definitely their business, delish. Long indoor arrangement, i called ahead and had my order ready while LAPD was still waiting for theirs, lmao. If you're in the area or passing through you must try.

I came here after midnight and was glad they were open that late -- I'd also heard about Anwar through videos so I was excited to finally try the food. The place was nice I liked ambiance of it We ordered beef shawarma wrap with fries and the chicken shawarma salad. The fries were solid and the chicken shawarma salad was surprisingly generous with the protein -- lots of chicken, and it was flavorful was sooo good! The downside: the beef shawarma wasn't great. It had a strange smell- and that ruined the taste for me. Anytime I would try to take a bite a strong smell of beef (you know when you're cooking beef you have to cook it right so that smell doesn't linger.. it was that kinda smell) Not sure if it was just an off night or the seasoning, but it threw me off. Service was nice and quick even though it was late, and there were still a handful of people in the restaurant which gave it some good energy. Overall: open late, friendly service, yummy fries, great salad -- but the beef shawarma was a miss.

Man, the best place for a late night lunch break. This place wins for night shifters. Absolutely will be coming back over and over!!

Great family run, family style Mediterranean food. We got the Gyro pita plates with yummy slices of gyro, rice, pita, hummus, salad, three sauces. 10 stars for the hummus. Best I've had - so smooth and creamy - not grainy at all, and very yummy. Gyro meat was great, tender and just moist enough. Saffron rice was very good, just a tad oily. Pita was good. Quantity is good for the price. This place does a lot of take out but has ample Seating for families or groups. Street parking available (free after 6pm).

Im from Huntsville Tx. A hour north or Houston. We have nothing like this where i live. So glad we stumbled on our trip. Great food and great service.

Lo que hace único a este lugar es que absolutamente TODO es hecho desde cero en casa - y se nota en cada bocado. Para los que buscan opciones Halal, este es su lugar: el restaurante es 100% Halal certificado. Lo mejor es que puedes satisfacer tus antojos a cualquier hora, ya que están abiertos hasta las 4 a.m. ¡todos los días! La pasión por la cocina se siente en cada platillo, y no es sorpresa cuando sabes que detrás está el famoso Anwar Jibawi y su mamá Amal, quienes han traído las recetas familiares que hemos visto en sus videos de YouTube directamente a la mesa. PRO TIP: Si has visto sus videos en YouTube, pide los platillos que has visto preparar a Amal - ¡son igual de increíbles en persona! A mi me encanto el Spicy labna.

IG/TT @eatwkris GYRO WRAP 5/5 - BEST ITEM! BEEF AND CHICKEN SHAWARMA 3.5/5 under seasoned and a little dry but SO GOOD when drowned in sauce FALAFEL 5/5 Anwar's kitchen is located in downtown Los Angeles and they have tons of Mediterranean and halal items to choose from. My must order is their gyro wrap. It's stuffed with tender and flavorful gyro meat and pickled veggies which make it the perfect bite dipped in their extra spicy hot sauce. They also have plates where you can pick either falafel, chicken or beef shawarma, and gyro meat. I also thought that they were unique because they serve Mediterranean tacos! I love that you can mix and match or try one of each protein.

One of my favorite things about this place is that it's open late, so when you're craving that late night meal or work those late night hours this is the perfect place. The food is great always tastes fresh and delicious. The staff is always friendly and always ready to make a suggestion if you're not sure on what to order. My personal favorite has been the gyro pita.

Unfortunately I ordered $60 worth of this menu and received a wrap with only 2 ingredients that were mentioned in the description. This is the "Vegan Wrap". Although I'm not vegan I was very interested because of the photos on the menu. It had many fresh ingredients listed and shown. Here you see a wrap stuffed with falafel and fries. Uber Eats of course declined my request for a refund and offered $5 in credit.

Ordering here can be curious, since I just found a touch screen and no people at the front. I think that they will happily help you order, if you need. Once I figure out the order process, I was up and running. The food arrived soon after I ordered. I did the tacos. The tacos were awesome, with a pita style shell, instead of a tortilla. The sauces were outstanding! The place has seating and the tables are not crowded together, making this place a very comfortable spot in a great downtown area. It was rather quiet, given the location. Staff was friendly, fast, and really helpful. Love this place! It was definitely a score!

I've been thinking of trying this place out for a minute now. Ordered delivery (they didn't forget to add utensils & napkins we love that) my order came very quickly. I was looking to eat something healthy yet tasty. I went for the beef shawarma wrap. When you order delivery they offer you substitution options for items you'd like to change or remove so I opted for a side salad no tomatoes and of course I had to try the sauces. Garlic and spicy sauce both are absolutely lovely the spice blend is delicious. My plate looked clean, the wrap was light toasted, the meat tender. The salad was fresh it was perfectly paired with the balsamic dressing. I scarfed it down sitting here with no regrets. Yet to visit my his place and add onto this review,

Great food amazing service we are from San Diego and it was amazing I like they are mini tacos and you can share it

I've been here 3 times when do i get to meet anwar!!!! the food is always so good and it's clean and spacious in here. the employees are really nice and service is fast! Lamb gyro was tasty and i love the fries that come with it. Every time i sit down here to eat, i always think to myself..."life can be so beautiful". i look at that mural of anwar and i smile. Get urself a baklava too! Go and support this place!

I drove from Chula Vista to Santa Monica pier to take the kids to rides and enjoy the beach in LA. After words I decided to check out Anwar Kitchen because I follow him on social media . Been wanting to try the Palestinian food. We ordered chicken shawarma sandwiches , chicken salad plate, beef shawarma wrap and last a Anwars Style dish with chicken. Customer service was great and food quality was definitely impressing.

The hottest restaurant you can possibly come to. Never come here during the day time when it's hot out, it's worse inside vs outside. A female employee went to the bathroom for a long time and rinsed her hands and that's it. They didn't have any soap and She did not refill it to properly wash her hands. I asked them to turn the AC on and they said it is, but it's actually not. It's literally the hottest place I've ever been to. Food was good but wouldn't come back because We were a party of 21 people coming from SD and we all felt suffocating from the heat.

My friend and I enjoy watching Anwars videos so we planned a day in LA to try out his restaurant. We were by just how deliciously creative the recipes were. I think the best way to describe the dishes would be the harmony of generationally passed down Middle Eastern & Mediterranean food, with an added twist of LA street style flavors on top. The Anwars Shawarmas are a must try. You get the option of 4 loaded "tacos" with choices from beef, chicken, falafels, shrimp, etc. Everything was so fresh and quality Our second favorite was the beef gyro wrap, which reminded us of a really exceptional burrito. It comes with perfectly crisped pita chips & homemade hummus. Speaking of homemade, don't forget to check out the fresh deli selection. It's one of a kind & I ended up buying 4 baklavas because it's honestly the most fresh & tasty one I've personally tried. The entire restaurant has a clean and casual vibe like a wolverine mural of Anwar, yet elegantly decorated like sophisticated light fixtures with excellent natural lighting too. It has a welcoming charm to it that reflects Anwars social media presence. We were also impressed by the extra care in the service & none of the staff seemed stressed or overwhelmed. Will definitely make excuses to go to dtla soon just to come eat here again

This is Madeline's boyfriend, I ordered a gyro/ chicken with fries plate. This food is delicious so much sauce , the cashier gave me every sauce they had I liked all of them they even had green and red salsa . I shared my plate with my girlfriend bc it was plenty of food . Mad flavorful great customer service I recommend this place for sure Str8 gas This is Madeline now-- I thought the 6 piece sauce assortment was a nice experience because they all had different flavors! The chicken, fries, sauces and jalapeños were really yummy. My bf was so excited to get food here because Anwar made skits on YouTube :)

My friend Mel recommended this place for dinner, and it did not disappoint! The restaurant has plentiful of seats, and offer a wide variety of appetizers, entrees and baklava (I have only seen the pistachio version so it was cool that they had more assortment than I usually see at Mediterranean restaurants). I've been wanting something different, and the Mediterranean food here hit the spot! We got the beef shawarma plate, tacos (mixed of beef and gyro) and the falafel anwar style. They were really generous with their portions because I got full really fast! My favorite had to be the beef shawarma plate and the tacos. I love how the beef shawarma was tender, and it was topped on a bed of yellow rice. The tacos were stuffed with beef and gyro, like really STUFFED. The staff were super nice here, and checked on us to make sure our food was good! The only con is probably the difficult parking, but that's it.

Hi everyone, I order the chicken shawarma plate and it was amazing . The chicken shawarma was so delicious with the garlic dip and the hummus dip wow . The restaurant is clean and the food is fresh and the service is nice. The parking is kind of hard to find since there is limited space on the street. One thing they need to work on is the Tahini dip, it doesn't taste good . Go and enjoy your meal

Had an order for pick up and not only was it ready late but there was a massive hair in the chicken pita. I reached out about the hair as it made the meal inedible and never got a response. I really enjoyed this spot before. Disappointed.

While searching for a late-night spot after work, I was craving Mediterranean food and stumbled upon this place. I ordered the beef shawarma plate and the chicken shawarma wrap--both were delicious and tasted authentic. It's located right in the heart of downtown LA. Service was super fast! Definitely a must-try!

You know they have good food when you see cops eating there, LOL!! We went on a Friday right before the lunch rush happened. They have a clean establishment, friendly service, TV's playing, a lot of seating, and their food was ahhhmazing! The hubby and I went with the gyro plate and their sauces are FIRE!! The gyro was fresh, juicy, flavorful, and their rice hits, and fries, OMG! I should've gotten a gyro fries dish since I love fries. I wish I took some pics but we were trying to really stay off our phones and just enjoy the day and take DTLA. They're really close to the flower district too so you can walk over there and buy some nice flowers and you will have to park in parking lot and pay $ but its downtown.

Came here before a Lakers game and had a great time. Parking was pretty rough depending on what time you dine. The food was really good! Prices were kind of high, especially if you get drinks. You order in an iPad, so it's hard to comment on the service.

This place is all just about the hype being famous in TikTok. I orders the beef shawarma plate. Beef is dry and barely has any taste. Rice is dry and side salad barely has dressing. It comes with 3 slices of pita. You're better off in those legit authentic place that sells kabob or shawarma. I

Really good food! The chicken was super flavorful and juicy. Chill, clean spot with a modern vibe. Service was quick and friendly. Perfect for a casual meal definitely coming back.

I LOVED this food. It was some of the best Mediterranean I've had. So many noms Every dish bursting with unique flavors cooked straight from the heart Here's what's pictured, & I was not disappointed with a single dish FOOD: Chicken Shawarma Salad Gyro Anwar Style Fries Falafel, Shawarma, Gyro Tacos Grilled Salmon Plate Kibbeh Falafel Pistachio Baklava Lentil Soup Grape Leaves Basil Garlic Dip Mahammara Dip

The only thing really working for them is the late hours. Maybe that's why I was underwhelmed, just can't recommend going for the food. I mean, sure they DO have food. Ya just can't be picky at 3:00AM.

I've been to this restaurant a couple of times on trips to LA. Very nice interior. Easy kiosks to order. The food is delicious. The only negative I have is that the baklava was a little mushy. I like it a little crispy. Overall, highly recommend.

I was going to order before I used the restroom but nobody was there so I started walking towards it and asked directions when I saw somebody. When I got out the short female with all the makeup on was waiting outside the restroom and asked if I was going to order while walking me to the counter probably 3 times........ 100% the tackiest behavior I've ever seen at a restaurant and made me not want to order..... I wanted to say something but decided to wait until she handed me my food so I wouldn't be treated any differently. A man walked outside where I was waiting and handed me my food so since I didn't get to say something here's my review. Absolutely tasteless and invasive behavior; it's realllllyyyy weird to treat a customer or potential customer like that. Like this woman literally waited for me outside of the restroom. Other than that the food was good; nothing to write home about though. I tend to prefer health oriented restaurants and it's definitely not that.~ I wish they offered veggies and hummus instead of just chips or rice. The serving was also good but I still prefer my local Mediterranean restaurant that focuses on wholesome ingredients and health (:

1/5 - ;( I've Spent Hundreds Here, and This Is How I'm Treated? Let me be clear: I've ordered from this place more than 30 times in the past month...sometimes two or three times a day. I live five minutes up the street, I work crazy hours, and your late-night hours have made you my go-to. But after tonight, I'm seriously rethinking that. Tonight I was served by a guy with glasses who clearly couldn't care less about basic customer service or hygiene. I ordered the same kids chicken wrap meal I've ordered countless times, and the fries portion was laughable. Not even a handful. When I politely asked about the portion being smaller than usual, he gave me a blank stare. No explanation. No apology. No effort. Just indifference. That's unacceptable. If you've seen me walk in dressed in business attire, you know I'm not new here. Even if I show up in pajamas after a 15-hour workday, I still deserve to be treated with basic respect. I'm an attorney, I deal with clients all day long, and guess what? I don't get to ignore their concerns or stare at them blankly. I have to fix the issue.,..even if I'm having a bad day. And let's talk about hygiene. That same employee had visible dirt under his fingernails and no hairnet. You're serving food, not working construction. That's disgusting. I didn't even want to touch my food after that. That's $20 in the trash and I've spent far more here over the last few weeks. I don't want a refund. I don't want excuses. I want accountability. You lost a loyal customer over something as basic as decency, presentation, and cleanliness. One careless employee undid weeks of loyalty, and trust me, I have a big mouth and a large audience. I market on instagram. Do better, or don't be surprised when the regulars stop showing up. Treat others how you want to be treated. Its heartbreaking. I feel compelled to breakup with you. Take care.

We visited with our kids, and the restaurant staff made the evening stress-free. They were patient, brought out extra plates, and even suggested mild dishes for the little ones. The falafel platter and lamb kebabs were outstanding, and the kids devoured the pita bread and tzatziki. The colorful décor and warm atmosphere made it feel inviting and fun for the whole family.

You self-order and they bring your food to you. I thought it was ok, very large portion though, I ended up throwing half since I couldn't take it with me.

There are times in life when you come across certain foods that should just be illegal because it is so good & their hummus is to DIE FOR!!! It is the BEST HUMMUS I have ever had. So CREAMY & DELICIOUS & YUMMY!! I am convinced that the recipe and the hands that made it, made it with love! I order from here often. Their other food is really delicious also--always hits, never misses, but their hummus is my favorite thing. It is so BEYOND! That hummus deserves an award! lol

Customer service here has gone downhill and the wait time is absolutely insane. I get they are busy, but hire more staff. 30 mins to make a wrap is diabolical. This happened last time I ordered here about a month ago, and it happened again tonight. Regardless I'm not paying for the food, and I'm deft not ordering here again.

Such a great place to grab lunch and dinner for Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes! Highlights of the menu: 1. Homemade Aghast fresca cantelope 2. Chicken shawarma salad 3. Beef shawarma wraps, side of hummus 4. Shawarma tacos: beef, chicken, gyro, falafel 5. Chicken shawarma plate 6. Walnut baklava 7. Pistachio baklava Sauces: - White sauce - garlic sauce - Light brown - tahini - Orange sauce - Anwar's spicy sauce - Salad dressing - balsamic vinaigrette

If you're ever looking for a real taste of authentic shawarma, go to Anwar's. The taste of their garlic on shawarma is everything

I highly recommend! The portions were big and the food was so flavorful. I tried the gyro pita and the meats and sauces were so generous. I split the Anwar special and there's not much else to say other than that it was indeed special.

I have been looking for a go-to gyro spot since leaving the east coast, and I think I have finally found it! I have tried several items at Anwar's and they are all good, tabbouleh, hummus, fries, etc. But my favorite is the gyro pita sandwich! It is the meatiest and most flavorful, gyro I have had on the west coast. I love the combination of tasty, crunchy, and pickled veggies in the sandwich as well. The only reason it is not 5 stars is because they didn't have cups of water for customers the last couple of times we came in. But other than that, Anwar's is great.

I had an amazing time here at Anwar's Kitchen. The food is just super juicy and fresh! The service was very diligent and friendly! The ambiance was very pleasant and fun! 5 stars!

I love coming to the spot, especially during Ramadan. The food is great and not only that it's Hala but seriously the food is awesome. I love coming here all the time to eat nice and clean fresh love love love staff is awesome.

We were so excited to finally be able to visit Anwar's Kitchen, but did they disappoint. From start to finish, the experience was a letdown. First off, the employees were not welcoming, made us feel like we were an inconvenience. We placed our order at the self-kiosk and waited about 15 minutes for our food and the place was empty. When our food finally arrived, the server was very dry and just placed / threw food on table. The food wasn't it! The food was flavorless ! The beef shawarma was dry, and the rice had no flavor. The hummus tastes like tahini , watery, and oily. The food was not even warm. Definitely not worth the $100.00 I spent. I don't recommend this place!

Ordered delivery at 1am, fries were delivered to my hotel at hotel per la which is 1-2 blocks away. The fries ended up stale. Tasted like they were sitting out for a while. Chicken shawarma was lacking flavor, as well as the beef tacos. Ordered from them because the good reviews, maybe they just had a bad day.

Everything is so fresh. Everyone is so kind. Place is well kept and clean! If you want authentic middle eastern cuisine, this is the spot! You will not regret it.

Really liked the food had me ready for more. Customer service was great and vibe was nice

The food was amazing and the service was fast. The portion size was absolutely perfect. I got the kids meal and it became two meals. I will definitely be back. Great late night ambiance in the heart of downtown, but the place was filled with LAPD eating on their breaks, so even late night we felt safe.

The shawarma tacos is what makes LA such a great foodie destination combining two cultures with this delicious dish is a must to try. Halal meats are used and their baklava has that homemade touch you can't find at some store bought stuff.

Their hummus is my favorite hummus - it's ruined all other hummus for me because now I only want to eat this one! I also love their chicken swarma wrap and their salmon salad as well. Great place for a casual meal.