Mizlala West Adams

"An affordable and quick lunch and dinner spot with a top-tier patio, offering Middle Eastern flavors. Known for its chicken shawarma and beef and lamb kofta." - Eater Staff

"Located just south of the 10 Freeway and about equal distance between the westside and eastside, West Adams is quite literally in the middle of it all. And for something quick and casual in the area, we love Mizlala. The Israeli spot has three locations across LA, but here, you order at the counter, grab some pickled sides from the condiments bar, and take a seat on the patio. It’s the ideal place for a weeknight meal or a last-minute group dinner that won’t break the bank. The menu is small, but it’s hard to go wrong—you can order any of the main proteins in a pita, on a salad, or as a plate with rice, hummus, and veggies. We especially love their chicken shawarma." - Brant Cox, Sylvio Martins

"On May 20, Midcity Mercado kicked off this year’s Summer Nights market series (with no relation to KCRW’s events), featuring vendors and snack stands by local business owners in West Adams. The event’s food options were all vendors in the neighborhood." - Lisa Kwon

" With three locations across LA, Mizlala has grown a lot since it first opened in 2016—but one thing hasn’t changed: the excellent Israeli food. At their West Adams restaurant, you order at the counter, grab some pickled sides from the condiments bar, and take a seat on the patio. It’s the ideal place for a quick weeknight meal or a last-minute group dinner that won’t break the bank. The menu is small, but it’s hard to go wrong—you can order any of the main proteins in a pita, on a salad, or as a plate with rice, hummus, and veggies. We especially love their well-seasoned chicken shawarma, and the spiced kefta is a good bet, too. " - Nikko Duren

"The second location Mizlala in West Adams is a little more casual than the original in Sherman Oaks, but if you're coming with a large group this works in your favor. You can all order at the counter, grab some pickled sides from the bar, then stake out one of the big tables on their covered, light-strung patio. The menu of Israeli dishes here is small, but it’s hard to go wrong: there’s great, salty chicken shawarma, and very good spiced kefta. You can get any of the main proteins in a pita, on a salad, or as a plate with rice, hummus, and veggies. Don’t skip the sides, either—the fried broccoli and Brussels sprouts are both fantastic." - Sylvio Martins, Brett Keating