House Of Mandi LA - مطعم بيت المندي اليمني لوس انجلس

Middle Eastern restaurant · Westwood

House Of Mandi LA - مطعم بيت المندي اليمني لوس انجلس

Middle Eastern restaurant · Westwood

1083 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024

Highlights

House of Mandi in Westwood serves up hearty, flavorful Yemeni fare like succulent lamb and chicken over fragrant rice in a lively, communal setting perfect for groups.

1083 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024 Get directions

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$30–50 · Menu

@infatuation

"Originally from Anaheim, House of Mandi is a Yemeni restaurant that's the best spot in Westwood for a big group dinner. And when we say big, we mean UCLA dining hall big. The cavernous space on Gayley has long tables, banquettes, and a row of majlis—traditional sitting areas with low, U-shaped sofas. Groups of students and extended families gather around the namesake mandi spreads (available until 1am nightly), featuring roasted lamb, chicken, or fish over a mountain of yellow rice and soft Yemeni flatbread. if you’re not showing up with your entire dorm floor, they also have individual lunch specials and a la carte menu. " - nikko duren, brant cox

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@infatuation

"Originally from Anaheim, House of Mandi is a Yemeni restaurant that’s one of the best spots on the Westside for a big group dinner. And when we say big, we mean UCLA dining hall big. The cavernous space on Gayley has long tables, banquettes, and a row of majlis—traditional sitting areas with low, U-shaped sofas. Expect to see groups of students and extended families gathered around the namesake mandi spreads, featuring whole roasted lamb, chicken, or fish over a mountain of fragrant yellow rice with soft Yemeni flatbread measured by the yard. If you’re not showing up with a graduation crew or your entire dorm floor, they also have individual lunch specials, plus an a la carte menu with dishes like fava bean foul and mushakal forn, a hearty root vegetable stew. They're also open until 1am daily for any late-night feasting needs." - Brant Cox

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@eater

"Anaheim’s famed House of Mandi, one of the only places to get Yemeni food in Southern California, expanded to a prime Westwood location serving much of the same menu in a cavernous but well-appointed dining room. Half the space offers more communal dining where patrons take off their shoes and sit on traditional low-flung tables. Bring a crew and order the roast lamb served over fragrant mandi rice. The pull-off-the-bone lamb offers all the varied Yemeni spices like cloves, cinnamon, coriander, and cardamom while a cooling yogurt sauce brings every bite together. Other dishes are worth ordering as well, like oven-roasted mova fish and mashed fava bean foul, all amplified by whopping rounds of freshly baked flatbread." - Eater Staff

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Kiera McBride

Google

First time ever trying Yemeni food and it was flavorful. Lots of accessible dishes of meat, rice, and stews. Opt for the group tables on the floor. Very comfy and communal. The portions are large and we got enough food for 3-4 people, easily.

l vazquez

Google

Great Yemeni cuisine! Great place for Yemeni cuisine. Servers were very nice. Only issue is that we got our rice plate toward the end of our meal when we were almost done with our dinner and we did order all our food at the same time. There were 2 of us dinning. This restaurant has a very nice cushioned area near the back, to dine in, for larger parties.

Hanan Hamad

Google

This Yemeni restaurant offers a spacious, thoughtfully designed dining area and friendly service, making it a great halal option in the area. The portions are generous, and while the food was flavorful, some items, particularly the rice, didn’t feel as fresh as I’d hoped. Overall, it was a good experience, and I would love to try something on the menu again.

Jed Castillo

Google

This was our second time having their food and both times quite memorable. The first time we got take out to give it a try and everything was fantastic. The lamb fell off the bone and everything was fresh and well balanced. As per usual in that region, lots of rice and bread, but well done. We ordered for pickup, but accidentally had it delivered to there other location but they adjusted without any hiccup. Very much appreciated. Now we can in person and the 8 of us had nothing but good things to say. Fish was wonderful and the lamb was again tender and well seasoned. Even the ones that did not usually prefer lamb very much enjoyed the dishes. We will certainly be coming back. Thank you!!

J L

Google

We visited the House of Mandi on a whim and I personally was really excited to try Yemeni food for the first time. The cushion booths were all reserved, so we took a table and were quickly given menus and water. The first to arrive was the Mutabbal, an eggplant dip with warm bread. Although it was a bit oily, the flavour was delightful and well balanced. Next came the lamb Fahsah. The slow cooked dish had strong, bold flavours and was the highlight of the evening. The Chicken Mandi was a mixed experience. While it had the rich flavors we appreciated, the roasted chicken itself was quite dry and detracted from the overall dish. The accompanying rice was a hit, with many spices, nuts and dried fruit, giving it much interest. The lamb Haneeth was unfortunately not to our liking. The foil wrapped lamb was tender and juicy, but after the bold flavors of the previous dishes, the meat was quite bland and we didn't like the texture. The vast restaurant is good for large groups, with shared dishes that can feed upto 18 people and there is a big variety to choose from. The portions are generous, so definitely come hungry. Service was speedy but otherwise unremarkable. I had really high expectations from the ratings but our experience was a bit of a mixed bag.

Lauren Donahoe

Google

We came as a group of four on a Sunday and had no trouble getting a table. The staff were friendly and attentive. We ordered a shared mixed haneeth and though it said it was for 3 people, it definitely was more than enough and we all were able to take some home. The flavors were exceptional! We shared a few appetizers as well and both the sambosas and mutabbal were incredible. The Yemeni tea was also a nice after dinner treat. I definitely recommend bringing a bunch of your friends!

Tareq Taqi

Google

By far, this is the best Yemeni restaurant that I have tried in the United States. Nine years since I’ve left Yemen and I haven’t had anything that has reminded me of back home. The service was beyond fantastic, Malik Al Zubaidi served us and made our experience a whole lot better. We met the owner and we were treated very generously with complementary sweets and adeni shai - it was all very delicious. Out of every Yemeni restaurant I have tried in North America, this one was certainly THE best.

Paulina Rezendes

Google

House of Mandi LA is a hidden gem with a uniquely authentic design and atmosphere. The setting feels genuine and traditional, creating a perfect escape. The food is absolutely delicious, rich in flavor, and prepared with care. If you’re looking for an authentic dining experience, this place is a must-visit!