Kismet Rotisserie

Wow! I’ve heard of the place but never had the pleasure to experience it until today I was in the neighborhood and couldn’t think of what to eat (story of my life) saw kismet and its run as to go you have plenty of seats otherwise if you did want to sit the warm and inviting server at the front explained everything and was so nice and easy going, I ordered the chicken plate bc it was as recommended and oh man it did not disappoint it’s so good and so simple and in a take out box it made me feel bad bc I can’t imagine what it’s like plated for a to “eat there” situation. I honestly can’t wait to go back! The photo doesn’t do it justice! Long live kismet! Thank you for a great affordable meal!

I just finished picking up an order from the Studio City location. And I had a negative experience with the woman who was working the window between 11:30AM-12PM. She was unnecessarily short with me several times. Specifically, when I tried to ask for clarification on whether the items were labeled by food name. Before I could even finish my sentence, she cut me off and gave me an answer that was irrelevant to what I was asking, so I attempted to ask again. She cut me off again before I could get my sentence out. It was incredibly rude and unnecessary because no one else was even in line. Even if there were more people in line, who cares? Each customer should be treated with respect. Then to do all of that and not even get the order 100% correct is kind of wild. I got back to the office to find that I was missing two items. I pick up lunches for a large group every day, and I usually ask to go through the order with the person handing it to me. This was the first restaurant that I’ve had a negative interaction with the person handing me my order. I was so uncomfortable that I just decided to leave without trying to ask. I also wanted to prevent an already negative interaction from getting worse. Also, I hate that I feel the need to express this, but I was not hostile or short with her or anything to warrant this kind of energy on her part. It bothered me so much, that an hour later, I felt the need to post this review. Hopefully, the workers at the other locations are better trained in customer service because I definitely won’t be back to this one.

The food is good but last night I ordered from Postmates, and got the most sorry portion of chicken breast I’ve ever gotten in a salad with chicken. Mind you I paid extra for the chicken. Won’t be ordering out from them again.

I spontaneously stopped by and was excited to try it. it looked very promising and healthy. I got the plate for 2 and the potatoes. I live pretty far so when I got home after a very long day and very hungry, I was very disappointed to see they gave me raw chicken meat. The rest was good but this is supposed to be their main thing on the menu, how do you not see the blood cutting it in half?? WILD

Food was great, I wanted something healthy and googled and found this spot. Felt great about this choice and price wasn’t too bad. Highly recommend !

Kismet is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The staff made us feel right at home, offering great recommendations and ensuring everything was perfect. And the food? Unreal. Every dish was beautifully prepared, bursting with flavor, and thoughtfully crafted. You can taste the quality and care in every bite. Whether you’re coming for a casual meal or a special night out, Kismet delivers an unforgettable experience. Already counting down the days until we go back!

Grabbed takeout dinner for my family on a Friday afternoon and it was THE BEST. Juicy chicken, crunchy salad. The garlic sauce! The chili oil! I put it in my fridge and use it on everything for days afterwards. My kids loved the chicken soup. Take me back.

This was disappointing. I’ve eaten at the Kismet in Hollywood and at the falafel place they used to have in the Grand Central Market. They’re located in the newish Sportsman’s Lodge center which is a lovely outdoor setting. On to the food. The chicken was dried out, but wonderfully seasoned. Unfortunately at $18 for two small pieces of dark meat way overpriced. I also got their chicken soup which was delicious. The person behind the counter looked like she’d be anywhere other than where she was. I so badly wanted to like this place.

Spicy Sichuan Mala Chicken Wrap - 7/10. Surprisingly served cold, which I wasn't expecting. Easy to eat and convenient, but lacked the distinct Sichuan mala flavor I was hoping for. Food took about 10 minutes to prepare on a Saturday afternoon around 3 PM, with no wait. Outdoor area is cozy and cute, and free 2-hour parking on the side.

I really loved our visit to Kismet Rotisserie. The location is great, the quality of ingredients stands out, and everything tasted wonderful. I especially appreciate that they source organic ingredients and work with local farmers' markets, it makes me feel like I can really trust what I'm eating. We ordered two dark meat platters, and every single element on the plate was delicious. You can enjoy everything separately or build your own pita wrap with the hummus, sauces, chicken, and pickled veggies. The only thing I noticed was the portion balance. For me, the ratio of protein to sides was fine since I don't eat a ton, but for my husband it felt off (you can see in my photo the two small pieces of meat). He actually ordered an additional half chicken to round out the meal and have what felt like a normal dinner portion of protein. Would I come back? Absolutely. It is a bit pricey for what's essentially organic fast-casual food, so I wouldn't use it as a takeout option for a large dinner party. But for a fresh, high-quality meal out, it's a spot I'd happily return to. *Must order the potatoes, must must must!

I met a friend for lunch here and overall, it was great. Service was friendly. You walk up to the window and place your order. There is seating all around the Sportsman's Lodge, so you den sit anywhere. I ordered the chicken and rice bowl along with a carrot gingerade to drink. The food was simple, tasty and I finished it all. A tad pricey at $17 for the bowl, but I left satisfied. I highly recommend the drink; so fresh and tasty.

All the chicken is great here really fresh. The most natural source of protein. My school is on the same street and their cafeteria serves chicken too. This chicken is better. Trust me. You can feel how clean the meal is. And they also have chicken bone broth (it's delicious and good). The service is good.

I have no complaints. Everything was very good, tasted fresh and "healthy". I love the chili oil and garlic sauce too. Makes things tastes wayyy better. I would definitely get them again for something that's somewhat healthy.

What's not to like about rotisserie chicken? I've been wanting to check this place out for some time but heard mixed reviews. Glad I tried it for myself because I'm a fan! I got the chicken plate and a side of the schmaltzy potatoes. The chicken place came with SO much food including hummus, pita, pickled veg, a salad, sauces and chicken of course. You can choose between white and dark meat. I think it was worth the money for the amount of food I got. Chicken was perfectly cooked and the pita bread tasted so fresh. Loved the hummus and the pickled veg. The salad was SO crispy and fresh, but a little boring. Dressing was good though. I like that the plate came with chili oil and garlic sauce which were both tasty. The schmaltzy potatoes OMG. Everyone needs to try them. SO crispy and so delicious when you eat them hot. One side is definitely big enough to share. The person who took our order was so patient and answered all our questions as it was my first time there. She was so friendly! That made it an even better experience. I will totally be back!

I cannot comment on the staff, parking, pricing, or ambiance with this restaurant as I had this place ordered for a work luncheon and it was great. Probably one of not the best rotisserie chickens you can get that is yummy, fresh, and of good quality. Hummus is solid as is their wedge salad. Portions are fair. Really enjoyed their roasted veggies that tasted like potatoes. My favorite it is their chili oil: wow! That is what carries this place over the top to make it a 5 star review.

Flavorful Mediterranean rotisserie chicken that is juicy, flavorful, and tender--unlike the ones sold at supermarkets. A whole chicken costs $30, which is more expensive than those from Gelson's, Whole Foods, etc. However, you're paying for flavor and quality. I usually never use the extra sauce provided with meal purchases; however, the two sauces that came with the whole chicken I purchased were absolutely delicious and took an already tasty chicken to another level. The depth of flavor, rich with herbs, spices, and garlic, elevates the chicken beyond just the crispy, flavorful skin. Definitely worth trying!

Yum! Got the chicken plate and all the things were good, the pickles were great, the pita was fluffy, the wedge salad had a yummy dressing, the hummus and garlic sauce was good and the chicken was juicy and skin was delicious. I grew up eating Zankou so that will always have a special place in my heart but this was a good for when I want a bougier version. No indoor seating,

The chicken was pretty dry and was a bit overpriced ($18 for half chicken plate). The hummus was solid and the side salad was actually very tasty, but the overall price and dryness of the chicken left me longing for more. There are some other good looking items on the menu so I may give it another try

Lovely location in the sportsman lodge across from erwhon! The man working was very nice! We got the bone broth and the half a rotisserie chicken which came with chili oil and garlic sauce which was fantastic! They both were delicious and paired with the chicken perfectly! The bone broth was very flavorful and seasoned well loved it!

This was my first time eating here and it was not bad! Salad was pretty good though I wish there was just a tiny bit more chicken given the price. The star of the meal was the cup of chicken soup! So perfectly seasoned and flavorful. I loved tanginess of the lemon broth! Its all outdoor seating shared with Erewhon so avoid busy hours and weekends. I would definitely come back to try their plates.

I can always count on Kismet to deliver a juicy, well-seasoned chicken, creamy hummus, fluffy pita, & piquant assortment of pickles. This is an order-to-go spot with outdoor seating around the shopping plaza - so a casual ambience. The service is efficient, but is a fresh packed-to-order spot, so expect a 15-to-20-minute wait. Healthy, delicious, & solid-portioned.

Kismet is in the same plaza as Erewhon - there is free 90 min parking but the parking lot has been a zoo every time I've gone. My friends and I stopped by one evening during the week after a hike in Studio City. I ordered the shmaltzy potatoes, which are delicious and come with a pretty good garlic sauce. The quarter chicken is pretty generous of a portion and comes with delicious cabbage salad, wonderfully pickled veggies, hummus, and pita. The chicken itself was not anything extraordinary, but the sides and the potatoes were fantastic. All together the flavors were good. Definitely recommend the potatoes! The only downside was, it was pretty pricey at about $30 total - I eat smaller portion sizes myself so I ate half and saved the other half for later but both my friends finished their meals. A bit steep for one meal but we are in LA so it's to be expected.

Yummy! This place was great The food was delicious and for me the service was fast. We found a nice seat in the courtyard where we watched lots of kids run and play while we enjoyed our lovely dinner. my friend who I met there for dinner did however have to wait exceptionally long and all she got was two pieces of chicken and cucumber salad. Her food sat on the window for over 10 minutes until she pointed it out and said isn't that my food I would say that's my only complaint. Like I said, my food came out pretty fast However, something went wrong literally right after I picked my food up and my friend ended up waiting 25 minutes instead of the original 15 . My daughter and I got the half chicken dinner a side of the fennel, Taziki and the schmaltz potatoes everything was delicious. We had zero complaints about the food. We will definitely be eating here again, but maybe with an Eagle eye for our food to come out

I quite liked the wedge salad and dressing. I've always wanted to try a traditional wedge salad but the traditional wedge comes with bleu cheese and I don't care for bleu cheese. I look for rotisserie chicken or baked chicken because fried chicken is so unhealthy. So you get seasoned chicken here and hummus and really good baked pita. Everything on the plate was thoughtfully presented. I was stuffed. I saw a mention or two in the reviews here about Kismet being pricey. Here's the thing: every breakfast and lunch in Los Angeles at the present time will cost you more than twenty dollars. Kismet is not overpriced; you will pay the same here as you'll pay most places, but the dishes here are top notch. This place is really quite good. One note: the iced tea comes in what I think is a 12 oz cup. Make that a little bigger and you will have the perfect restaurant.

First off, I eat at the Kismet in Silverlake at least once a week and it is always delicious and NEVER disappointing I have had so many issues with the Studio City restaurant. Today they forgot the salad dressing for both dinners. One dinner did not have chili oil of garlic and the worst part of it was the chicken. See picture below. NOT COOKED! I give up on you!

Love a lunch moment at Kismet. The food is so fresh and delicious SO SO good. The serving size is beyond generous, sometimes so big I opt for the kids menu for a more bite size. I am not a potato lover but my friend swears by the Schmaltzy potatoes - claiming they are the best around. The chicken salad is also one that dreams are made of. Don't think the food ends there - you must try a cookie before you go the Tahani Chocolate Chip is splendid! It's a small shop front but in a perfect location in sportsman lodge and the staff working there is top notch (shoutout to Bethany!!)

My go to when no time to cook! Delish, we love their rotisserie chicken and they have the best potatoes in town! The hummus is great too... the chili and garlic sauce makes the best combination! Highly recommend !

I go to the The Shops at Sportsmen's Lodge very frequently and knew that this eatery was open but never tried it until tonight (1/29/24). I was avoiding it due to the cost but for the value it is actually great! As I was not super hungry, I got the Chicken Pita (Chicken, gingery turmeric roasted onions, golden raisins, yogurt sauce, arugula). It was amazing and super filling. The chicken was fresh and the raisins really gave it the extra flavor. They REALLY FILL the pita! My friend got the Quarter Chicken Plate (Choice of light or dark, with hummus, wedge salad, pickles, pita, chili oil + garlic sauce). They substituted the pita for the Schmaltzy Potatoes (Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside). It was a big portion and could have been shared. Will definitely be back!

Love everything about this place. I'm a carnivore but this food makes a strong argument for going veggie. Elegant simplicity. And don't skip the cucumbers.

Tried Kismet for the first time one evening recently and while it was fine, nothing really impressed me. We ordered a meal that has pretty much all of their offerings (see pic). I'm never one to mention the price point on any one thing as it doesn't really matter to me (I mean I'm not across the way at erewhon buying the $25 strawberries but I don't care about how much most things cost. I'm more of the drive an hour each way to pay $10 a person to pick $3.99 a lb strawberries fresh from a farm, but you get my point...) so the fact that I felt it was overpriced for what it was really says something to me. Not my cup of tea, if you brought it to me for lunch I'd eat it but there are many other places I'd prefer for this type of meal. Zankou, Alwazir, CA chicken cafe, that little spot over on Sepulveda... Mizlala. I'm not sure what it was, just seemed a bit too bland for my taste.

Tried Kismet a few weeks ago with expectations that Kismet would be an elevated rotisserie chicken experience and came away disappointed with their food offering(s). First off, this was and is a minimum service establishment meaning it's a food stand built within a store front. It's located across from the Erewhon at the Sportsmen's Lodge complex and ideally it's a place where a variety of food options exists. They have limited seating next to their window, but you can combine a visit to Erewhon and use some of their seating right across the way. My expectation going in was this should be better than California Chicken Cafe or Zankou Chicken. The reality was this wasn't. I got the whole chicken offering and frankly the chicken was overcooked and the breast meat was dry. At that point, it didn't matter what the sides were. This was an establishment with rotisserie in its name and the cardinal sin was serving overcooked rotisserie chicken. On top of which, their price point was higher than the two establishment previously mentioned. That combination makes this a no go, in my opinion. If you're looking for ambiance and a scene, yeah go, but just be aware you're not getting good value for the food they're serving. It would be tolerable if their price point was lower, but for what they're offering...the combined package was something that I cannot recommend to others.

Got take out and the service and ambiance was very nice. It's in the same plaza as erewhon so theres free parking for 90 mins I believe. I called ahead to order and it was ready within 15 mins. Chicken was really good and so were the sides. The only thing... the chicken was kind of small, or maybe I just have a big stomach. either way, I'll be back!

I have passed by this place many times while at that shopping but today was the first time eating here. I wanted to try their food cause it smells good everytime I pass by but I wasn't impressed with the food or the service. After looking at the menu I decided to try the pita chicken sandwich. Didn't know that it was a cold sandwich so that was my first disappointment. Then the chicken was so dry,and the onions had an unpleasant aftertaste so I'll just say it didn't go with my tastebuds. Oh ya and the sour cream on top was all I tasted on the first few bites. I paid about $17 and no sides... I might try their chicken plates in the future then update my review. Maybe those are better and I should have tried that first. .... .. the service was unfriendly... location is great. ...

Kismet Rotisserie is easily one of my favorite spots to pick up food. The food is always so delicious--we typically go with the chicken plate, which never disappoints. I absolutely love their hummus, and their pitas are honestly some of the best I've ever had. I'd even recommend grabbing a few extra on the side because you'll definitely want more. Flavorful, fresh, and consistently satisfying.

So overall, we come here A LOT! We love the food. It's a little takeout window so it's not really a sit-down place but regardless it's great! The garlic sauce is where it's at!!! We could drink the stuff it's so good! The only drawback is the dreadful parking in the shopping complex there but that's not their fault. We've always been treated kindly when we're there. Service is fairly good. The only major issue (and reason for 4 stars instead of 5) is that they often get our orders at least partially wrong if not fully even after calling to confirm, remaining when we pick up, etc. We always have to double check orders because they often forget the "extras" we pay for. They're usually pretty cool about it. I would be really careful ordering delivery from there for that reason. But regardless, great food and great overall place!! Well still keep coming back-we'll just be really diligent about checking food.

Second time doing take-out and it was a hit. Whole chicken comes with some incredible garlic sauce. Chicken was moist and flavorful. 2 orders of the schmaltzy potatoes is a must. Tried the cauliflower and the cabbage for the 1st time and will definitely keep those on the list as they were loved by all. Wedge salad was okay - a little plain with radishes and green onion, poppyseed dressing. Enough food for 2 meals for 3 people. Around $70. Getting into and out of the parking lot at Sportsmen's Lodge is a challenge that should be addressed. Almost a reason not to go, but not quite!

I catered from here for an event. The food was great. Everything was fresh and arrived hot. My guests enjoyed everything. My only issue was no serving utensils were provided for my catering order, which did cause a bit of an issue. Hummus was bomb, that garlic sauce on the potatoes was everything.

I heard Kismet had great chicken and I wanted to try it so when they opened a stall (I don't know what to call it) in the Sportsmen's lodge I had to try it since it was closer to me. My BF and I ordered the half chicken meal for 2. It came with chicken, pita, wedge salad with pickled veggies, and hummus. It sounded like a good amount of food but for the price ($36 + tax) and being a stall, I feel like it would have been cheaper at Zankou. The chicken was good and not dry but nothing really noteworthy and the accompanying garlic sauce was watery and sort of bland. The salad was ok but I think I just don't like iceberg lettuce, yet the pickled cabbage was tasty. I love trying new food and restaurants, so I'm glad I tried it but I don't need to go back.

Got a half chicken plate with a side of potatoes for my husband. Everything was super flavorful even after 45 mins. Great dinner option that's fresh and tasty. service was polite and efficient. Not the warmest staff though. Overall a must when visiting that plaza and a better and cheaper option than Erewhon.

Constantly missing items. I love the food at this place, but I only order here every few months because that's how long it takes me to forget that every order has a glaring mistake. There's always some item missing, sometimes a huge one like half a chicken. I don't know what their system is but it isn't working. It's so frustrating because I love the food and wish I didn't feel driven to write a snippy review.

I'm a huge fan of Kismet in Silverlake so I was extremely hype for this location to open. It's in a great spot and if it's anything like its predecessor then I know it wouldn't disappoint, right? Well, I kind of overlooked the "Rotisserie" part and as a vegetarian, there isn't a whole lot to choose from. If you don't eat chicken, you're pretty much limited to sides and a few sandwiches and salads with little to no protein. They need way more vegetarian protein options. Even if it's a falafel sandwich or plant-based chicken. Still, the food I did order was delicious. The potatoes especially were good. I got a pita sandwich and it was also good. I believe there were chickpeas in it so it wasn't completely devoid of protein but it still felt a bit lacking. I hope they can add more plant-based protein options in the near future as their menu is somewhat limited for vegetarians and vegans.

great meal and guaranteed fresh chicken. also love the hummus and the packaging of the meals. perfect lunch in LA w/ great customer service

Extremely underwhelming. The 1/4 dark plate was $18 and I have never seen such small pieces of chicken. The chicken was just okay, a little on the dry side. Everything on the plate was under-seasoned and lacking in taste. My friend got the roasted potatoes, which were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, but there was no salt, so again, tasteless. Unfortunately, I don't think I will be back.

The people were nice but the plates aren't that great. Not too flavorful and the also overpriced for what they offer.

This place is really good most of the time. The chicken which is the star of the menu, doesn't disappoint! The only thing i would say is idk if i would get the chicken sandwich again personally, however my husband seemed to like it. The white garlic sauce makes everything taste even better. Their side salad that comes with combo plate was pretty good too!

Was not told that the chicken and rice bowl came cold; I mean right out of the refrigerator. That should be noted on the menu. You don't expect to go to a rotisserie chicken place and get cold chicken and rice. I wasn't told this by the person who took my order, but apparently only the plates come hot. $17 for refrigerated chicken and rice that took 20 mins to come out. I honestly wanted my money back but was hungry. :(

Chicken is good, sauces suck, prices are way too high, tried it a few times, wanted to like it, but it's way too boring. Spice it up a little bit guys, you think just because you're selling rotisserie chicken people will come..? Nope

This fast casual spot hits the spot I was in the mood for some rotisserie chicken It's located where the sportsman's lodge hotel used to be I ordered a chicken sandwich with the shmaltz potatoes and I must say the sandwich and potatoes were amazing full of flavor The sandwich had onions with a white sauce that complimented the greens and chicken ,pita was so soft and perfect/fluffy will definitely buy it again, the potatoes were so well seasoned and fried to perfection you get a crispy outside with a soft interior that garlic sauce made the potatoes mouth watering Reminds me of garlic mash but way elevated

The chicken pita sandwich is no joke. Best I've tasted and so juicy and full of yumminess. They put some special sauce and specialness you can't deny. I highly recommend everything.

Decent rotisserie chicken but I felt it was overpriced for what you get. A quarter chicken meal is $18 for some salad, hummus, a pita bread, chicken thigh and a drumstick. I felt it was lacking in chicken overall and the chicken was well seasoned but nothing special. Staff was nice, it is a chicken stand with pick up only and outdoor seating area at the Coldwater Complex.

My favorite place in Hollywood to go to !delicious very healthy ! The service above and beyond. Sky is the limit for kismet! The vibe is so relaxing. I feel like I'm at home.

My absolute favorite restaurant. Could not be more excited about them opening up this location. I can always count on Kismet Rotisserie for an incredible fresh healthy nourishing meal! I'm always craving the schmaltzy potatoes. My favorite rotisserie chicken in the city.

Pros -parking lot -nice outdoor seating -chicken is juicy -garlic sauce and chili oil are delicious Cons -slightly pricey for the portions you get

I ordered a large lunch for my office two hours in advance, and when I got to kismet there were multiple things missing. The worker was very dismissive and rude about the issues! Food was good though.

Came here with my cousin who lives in the area-- have always wanted to try! Even as a vegan there were more than enough delicious things for me to eat. Staff was super friendly and knowledgable about the menu. Def coming back ASAP.

Blown away by the delicious chicken and the kind staff. Would eat here every day if I could. Highly recommend.

Pretty dang good. We got the whole chicken cut up with two piece pita bread and hummus. (Pita and hummus are priced separately). Three veggie sides: cauliflower with turmeric (very good), cucumber (phenomenal), and shredded carrots (good). Hummus was a stand out and pita was good. Now, for the chicken. Taste was great, skin had great spices. We ate it right then, and it was perfect temperature. The breasts were a little dry but the garlic sauce on the side ABSOLUTELY made up for that. Overall, a very good and friendly dinner. Customer service was very very good with standout energy and friendly smiles.