"Fun Middle Eastern Experience.....Pros: Excellent food. Big menu. Very friendly service.Cons: Parking can be tough during weekend eveningsStar Ratings:- Overall: 5- Location: 4- Ambiance: 4- Menu: 5- Food Quality: 5- Food Portions: 5- Service: 5- Price: 5- Value: 5- Parking: 3My wife and I were in the eastern suburbs of Los Angeles during the Veterans Day weekend to celebrate a milestone birthday in the family. On Saturday night, 9 of us went to a long time favorite restaurant in the heart of Fullerton.....Les Amis.Here are the pros and cons:Pros:- Location: Central. Right in the core of downtown Fullerton (which is also a con...see below).- Menu: Large. Les Amis bills itself as "Lebanese", but the menu had lots of Middle Eastern favorites from areas outside Lebanon.- Quality of Food: Excellent. My wife and I had the "Mediterranean Shrimp" platter ($31) which they describe as "skewers of shrimp with vegetables in a cayenne pepper, lemon zest marinade and garlic butter sauce accompanied by hummus, pita bread and side salad". It looked and tasted as good as it sounds.I don't know what other members of the family had, but everyone seemed satisfied.The table shared 2 plates of a dessert called "Chocolate Biscuit" ($9) which was pudding inside a soft biscuit served in bite sized pieces. It was mighty good.- Service: Very friendly. The owner's family took care of our large table and were always around to help out.- Atmosphere: Casual and popular. Most of the tables in the main room and large outdoor patio were occupied during our 90 minute meal. Nice vibes.- Parking: Plenty when it's not busy. Not much on a weekend evening.Cons:- Location: About a block from the Times Square of Fullerton which means the location is easier to find than parking on weekends.....even though there's a big lot right behind the restaurant.- Parking: See above. It just depends on the day and time.Overall, Les Amis is a fine choice for Middle Eastern food with a focus on Lebanese specialties."
"I came here looking for a different local pizza option, which ended up being tasty flatbreads. Then I realized they can wrap any flatbread and now my go-to is a Soujouk wrap. I honestly have no idea what Soujouk is. It's spicy and filling, the bread is crispy and served with pickles. I don't care to know more, it's awesome. Ordering ahead of time is easy enough with a phone call. Service is quick. My easy on the go meal when I'm headed out. I think I'll have to try the cheese triangles next time based on the reviews."
Your choice of charcoal chicken or mushroom, chimichurri, pickled red onions and sweet potato fries fries wrapped and pressed in za'atar oil.
$17.00
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Marinated rib-eye steak kebab, chicken breast kebab, Kafta ground beef kebab. Made of Halal meats. Served with basmati rice, homemade hummus, fattoush salad, pita bread. Side of garlic spread, and garlic yogurt
$27.00
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Our delicious chicken breast in a bowl, shawarma style, with your choice of lettuce, spinach and/or rice. Also comes with tomatoes, pickles, garlic garbanzo beans and garlic sauce.
$16.45
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Succulent, slow-roasted beef shawarma wrapped in soft pita bread with creamy tahini, juicy tomatoes, crunchy pickles, fresh parsley, and onions for a hearty and aromatic wrap experience.
$18.71
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Cauliflower fried golden brown served with sauce. Vegan.
$7.00
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two skewers - choice of beef kabob, lamb kabob, chicken tawook or kafta, basmati vermicelli rice, roasted onion & tomato
$29.00
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"Super tasty food and friendly staff. Thanks to Linda for making us feel like family and sharing her dessert from the next door bakery. The lamb shoulder (1/2 order) or was tender and juicy. The of the family either ate shawarma or kebabs. everyone was stuffed and happy. We did dine outdoors, so be prepared for the setting sun to be little strong, and if you are not a fan of hooka, you might opt to sit inside."
"Run to the Chicken shop right now! Get the bowl, bowl and please order the garlic chili! Wow, what a great pairing in flavor. The bowl has lemon quinoa which I was a little skeptical about but trust me the flavor was big hit with my palate. Service was fast for dinner time but don't ask them to rush as they are preparing everything fresh. Nothing frozen! All healthy. Cozy atmosphere inside but they have tables outside. I didn't have time to eat at the location but next time I do, I will pair my bowl with a beer which is readily available onsite! Coming back here to tomorrow."
"Dizzy bird is one of my new favorite places. High quality fast food. Everything is delicious. The rotisserie chicken is cooked to perfection. The roasted potatoes with garlic and lemon are delicious. The chicken wraps are full of flavor and toasted to perfection. Even the salads are made with the best ingredients and are quite filling. And not to mention that the service is excellent.Please don't change anything about your menu!!!See you again soon."
"Solid to-go spot with pretty large portions for each plate! The menu is pretty straightforward with plates, pitas, bowls, and some sides. Pricing feels fair for the quality of food! ($15-20+)The Trio Kebab Plate had ground beef, ribeye, and chicken - all of which were pretty good and flavorful. This would be great to share with another person to try a variety without having to order them separately. I also got the Steak Shawarma Plate which had good flavor, but unfortunately, it was quite dry. Luckily, they did provide some sauces which helped with the dryness, along with the rice and hummus. The side salad that comes with the plates is really tasty with the variety and dressing! I could eat more of that alone.Overall, the service was quick and friendly, and the food pretty tasty. They have a small patio to sit on if you wish to eat there, otherwise it's very to-go friendly. Looks like they also share the kitchen with their other restaurant, BEI."
"Good service, the inside was unique with a lot of interesting designs on the wall. I ordered the cheese boat, along with the lahmajun and the manakish of za'atar and cheese, they were all quite good, and I would definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a middle eastern breakfast. The tea really topped off the experience of being authentic. Would go again when I'm back in Anaheim."
DeLayne B.
Jun 23, 2024
The food at Les Ami is excellent! It's a Mediterranean vibe and the decor is amazing. They even have live entertainment some days, you can call ahead and find out. There is a large, nice patio to dine on or inside at tables or the bar and there's also a speakeasy that opens at night.We were just popping in for a drink and appetizers, so we tried the garlic shrimp and the fried cauliflower. Both were wonderful! I highly recommend Les Amis and will be returning again soon. The owners could not have been any nicer.
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Shahan O.
Mar 1, 2025
I've been going to al amir since i was probably three or four years old, the food is actually incredible and so is the service!! i recommend to everyone i send there the lahm bajeen, egg and cheese, kafta and cheese, and the spinach triangles. they recently remodeled to a newer more modern look, but it doesn't change that homey feeling the place has always carried. 10/10 for sure
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Maria G.
Dec 8, 2024
Food service and ambiance were all amazing ! Thank you Jessica for taking amazing care of us. Love the food and hookah. We will definitely be coming back.
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Annelise L.
Mar 2, 2025
Thank you for going seed oil-free in your entire kitchen! We have started ordering frequently because of this decision. We love a place that not only tastes good but also takes pride in serving high-quality food. We appreciate that you use good quality chicken and fresh produce, as that means a lot to us!
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Adrian R.
Feb 13, 2025
I'm giving this place a 3 for the solely reason of one of their employees. His name is Henry, at the register. Not for the food, or the quality of their food. I paid $24 for the Cali salad. "Roasted corn" I asked if I could make my chicken little more spicy, and warm Henry, with THE best attitude helped me said yes. I got charged extra for the spicy chicken ! So now my salad was almost $25 for a salad at a food court. Little expensive, but sure. Whatever! Got my salad, corn is out of a can. Pale, nothing roasted about it. So I went and unfortunately told He Ty I was not happy with my order. He grabbed the "manager" seems like it. Did. Not say anything, and just almost whispered, just give him whatever he wants. No explanation, no apologies, just left Henry, to talk to me. I know it was not Henrys fault. So I acknowledge that with him. And said I know is not your fault. Several times. He suggested something else, and it was almost like a burrito. With the same Ingredients from my original order. All the "kitchen manager did" was warm up the same ingredients inside a tortilla. Same plain corn, same everything. Which was very disappointing. Keep in mind I was working, and wasted almost 40 min from my lunch time. I ate the food because I was really hungry. But at the end I told Henry he saved the bad review, because he was very nice and attentive. He even asked me how was everything. If it wasn't because of Henry. I would have given you a 0 but unfortunately 1 star is the lowest we can rate you on. So, thank you, Henry! For your great service. It was not your fault.
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Adriana M.
Feb 20, 2025
I always drive by this place and decided to try it for dinner tonight! I was so excited to try it! The prices are a little expensive especially for what I ordered a chicken plate.I picked up my order and the service was fast and friendly! The food on the other hand was just okay. The chicken was very delicious but my pita tasted old and my hummus had an extremely sour taste. The rice and salad were just okay. Decent place but the price doesn't match the food.
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Diana M.
Sep 21, 2023
The food is top notch! It was very delicious and I enjoyed every bite. Also, the tea is authentic and flavorful. The service was outstanding, and everyone was helpful. The interior of the restaurant is pretty nice, decorated with traditional decor which I loved. Overall, it was a great experience and will definitely be back.
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Michael Min C.
Jan 22, 2025
I went today for a late lunch and had the platter with chicken, tabbouleh and baba ghanoush with the garlic sauce. It was so fresh and tasted delicious. So to be fair I am upgrading my review of Barbonzai to 5 stars. Well done and I will be back
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"One of the best Mediterranean foods I ever had in GA. Highly recommend . Service is a bit on the slower side, ambiance is exceptional."
"I have been wanting to try this restaurant for a while and finally got the chance to today. We had the birria crunch wrap, beef, tacos, and chicken tender burger. The food was made fresh and was very tasty. The waitress kept asking us what else we would like if we needed anything and kept putting up with all of us asking for different salsas. She was so attentive and I really love restaurants that take care of their customers and that's what I look for when I go into a restaurant. The portions are very generous and definitely can be shared!"
"I came here twice because I love their kibbeh nayyeh. I love the taste of Mardakoush. I will definitely come back."
"This place is so bomb. I give it the Armenian Turkish Syrian certificate of approval lolFresh salad and hummus with tons of meat on a bed of rice. Can't go wrong with that but you'd be surprised how dry it can be at other places. The workers are very nice and brought us tons of garlic sauce. We were literally there until closing and they didn't kick us out ! Place is super clean and the music makes me want to go to Lebanon. Habibi...come to habibi time"
"Grew up in Lebanon, I regularly cook at home and let me tell you.. this place is legit. I have been living here for a while and this is definitely the most authentic lebanese food you will find in the area. I read some people complaining about the price and location.. here's my take: - the food is very high quality and fresh, i will pay extra $ any day for something this good. I have a sensitive stomach and I can tell right away when the food is old or low quality (ex. Fake lemon juice or too much fat), it's NEVER happened here. It is definitely worth it (& healthy btw). - Yes yes it's a ghost kitchen, I think they're kinda starting up so I get it. If you are a bit lost about where to pick up the food, just call them. Bassel was kind enough to go out of his way and meet up with me at a parking lot to give me the food. Once you find your way around there it's pretty simple. My go to order is the chicken shawarma. It is done exactly the way I like it. Bonus point if you get their rice pudding for dessert ! The baba ghanouj and hummus are very good too. ITldr; great spot, service & food go support local restaurants :) !!"
"Food was authentic, fresh and tasty! I uses Yelp to find a fresh salad in the neighborhood and once again, Yelp doesn't disappoint! I had ..Garlic sauce (dip) 10/10Spicy potato's 10/10Fettoush Salad 10/10 The restaurant was quiet and decorated in traditional Lebanese decor. The service was kind. Food is prepared to order so please come with time to relax and enjoy, not being pushy or rude to the staff who is working hard to show you love through the food. I'll be back!"
"Service was impeccable as they pay close attention to your tea and water refills. Food was perfectly cooked as the grill chicken was not dry and with the garlic butter was just heavenly. If you are watching your carbs, this plate doesn't come with rice. Great lunch spot and price was really reasonable. Great intro to this restaurant, I will definitely be back to try their daily specials. Saturday was the lamb shank which looks like the item to get for next time. This place is packed so you know the food is fresh and good!"
"The food is so good, fresh and tasty. I love the chicken but husband preferred beef. The salad and pickled vegetables were perfect and pita bread light. The owners, husband and wife were very kind. We recommend and will be back. Thank you!"
"~ WOW JUST WOW ~It was my first time trying Lebanese food and Zait & Zaatar did not disappoint!! I've tried other MEDITERRANEAN cuisines prior, but oh my, nothing like this! I grew up just down the street from this spot, but they unfortunately opened right when I moved out for college. Thankfully, my mom introduced us to this wonderful spot just recently! I'll for sure be back again when I visit my hometown.~ FLAVOR TOWN ~This spot deserves 5 stars for several reasons. One of them is that the dishes are super FLAVORFUL and the SERVINGS are HUGE. I got the FALAFEL SANDWICH and every bite was just spot on. I also snuck in a few bites of the fresh SAJ BREAD and dipped it in HUMMUS from my husband's plate. You can tell that everything was made fresh. They really got the balance of flavors right with every single dish.~ FRIENDLY STAFF ~I'm a little surprised to see some of the negative reviews here. We experienced nothing but friendly and accepting vibes from the staff. We had a chance to mingle with one of the owners and he even hooked us up with some fresh not-so-MINI ZAIT. I'm already looking forward to my next visit here. Can't wait to be back again!"