Little Arabia Lebanese Bakery & Cuisine

Amazing middle eastern breakfast, forget IHOP when you have this place. We drive all the way down from the Bay Area just to eat and this is one of our favorite stops.

This is a Lebanese restaurant/ bakery that is tucked away in the corner and the sign is covered by the large tent they have outside for seating.Upon entering we were not greeted but eventually someone came over and informed us that there were two places to order: one for desserts and one for food.It was a little confusing and not your standard greeted, sat, and menus dining experience. This felt more like a hybrid between ordering at a register. We ordered and then sat down at our table. The lady that helped us after the guy was wayyy more informative and helpful.DRINKS:Turkish Coffee:This is definitely different from any other coffee I have had before. It has almost like a cardamom smell but the taste is surprisingly smooth and good eith the sugar.FOOD:Cheese Sticks:This was really good. the phylo dough was nice and crunchy and the cheese inside is delicious! I actually prefer this over mozzarella sticks haha. This is light and goes well with the lemon and tomato as well.Chicken Shawarma:Wow this was great! The chicken was sooo juicy and the wrap was great. The garlic sauce was also amazing!Combo Plate:This is HUGE!Two people can eat from this easily! The Hummus is soo clean, not even close to being heavy. The salad was delicious and refreshing! The rice cooked perfectly with a flavorful amount of spices!Lamb: This was juicy and delicious!Beef: Also juicy and delicious!Chicken: Juicy and Delicious!This plate overall was amazing!Pita: Delicious and hit the spot!OVERALL:This place delivers on flavor and portions. The price is amazing and the food is definitely worth even going out of your way for. The service is a solid 3.5, but mainly because they leave you to it and dont check in on you as much as you may be used to in other restaurants but I honestly did not mind it. They came to check on us after they dropped off each dish and our drinks were always full.I give this place an easy 4/5.

Came to have lunch here today with my mom and daughter. We ordered 3 cheese boats, lentil soup, 1 chicken & cheese pizza, and 1 zaatar & cheese pizza. We shared a Ceylon teapot to drink. One of my favorite restaurants in OC and go to spot for Lebanese food. It took us a while to get seated but once we did the service was good and prompt. It's a family friendly restaurant with open patio seating, lively Middle Eastern music playing. There's smoking on the patio so if you're not into that I would recommend indoor seating. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

Walking in through the parking lot, I felt like I was in Lebanon. The smells, the music, the people, and the food were amazing. There were twelve of us in our party, and our service was excellent. We were able to pay for each of our meals separately. We were not charged an automatic 20% tip, but I left more than 20% because our server was outstanding. The ambiance was a little loud, but worth the experience. There is a patio where Hooka is offered. There is a section for making crapes, which is fun to watch. I wish I had the appetite to try one, but I'll have to go back another time. I was a little sad because we were not able to order the pastries from the menu such as the pizza type breads because that part of the restaurant was not open. I'm not sure why some items are not served later in the day, but that is why I didn't give the restaurant 5/5 STAR rating. The plates are huge!!!!!!! I suggest sharing if possible. The food and flavors were outstanding. What a treat!

We have been coming to little Arabia for years and every time we come we yearn for more.. their food is delicious.. their vibe is warm, inviting.. takes me back to Middle East .. and to top it all the service.. special mention to Linda who goes above and beyond.. since we like to have our food served in family style instead of individual plates where we can share and enjoy.. she makes sure it's served as requested.. when ever we are in mood of authentic Middle Eastern cuisine we always goto Little Arabia..

TLDR: Big plates and big flavor. I have a hard time telling middle eastern food apart from one another, but what I can differentiate is the taste. The taste of the food's taste is unique compared to Persian, Armenian, or any restaurant of a similar type. Combo Plate: Rice, hummus, chicken, beef, lamb, and a salad. They're all fresh, good, and packed with flavors. If I were to rank the proteins, the lamb is the best and the chicken is last. The rice is soft, the hummus is better than most, and the salad is fresh. I think this plate is a bang for the buck. Service: Pretty good. They kept my water topped up and everyone was nice. Ambiance: Outdoor sitting with an indoor option. The place also has a shisha service so it might be a turnoff for some.

Little Arabia Lebanese Bakery & Cuisine: Where hummus and labne dreams come true! This cozy spot has a laid-back vibe that's perfect for savoring authentic Middle Eastern flavors. Their hummus and labne were so good, I almost licked the plate clean. While it might be a bit on the pricier side, the quality of the ingredients is definitely worth it. If you're craving a taste of the Middle East, Little Arabia is a must-visit.

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.

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.

Delicious food! Every plate was fresh and deliciously flavorful. The beef kabob plate was a generous portion and the beef itself was very high quality. No aftertaste and very tender. Excellent quality! The hummus plate was so good! You can tell it's made from scratch and not from the can as some Middle Eastern restaurants tend to use. The cheese rolls were hot and crispy. The fattoush salad was also a very large size. I would definitely come back when I'm in the area (usually during a Disneyland trip)! They have lots of indoor and outdoor seating and a large parking lot to boot. Causal restaurant with a moody atmosphere. Service was friendly and attentive as well!10/10 if you're looking for fresh and high quality middle eastern food!