Deme

We were craving for something different other than tacos and Italian food, and saw this on Yelp while on the road to downtown. The ambiance was warm and inviting, with beautiful decor and open patio that faces the pool. We kicked off our meal with 3 dips - Hummus, Baba Gaboush, and whipped Ricotta served with in house made super soft pitas. Then we had Turkish Manti, which were delightful little dumplings filled with tender meat and topped with a rich yogurt sauce. Each bite was a perfect balance of flavors, and they were beautifully presented.Next, we tried the Honey Squash Tabouleh.This dish was a refreshing twist on the classic tabouleh, featuring roasted squash that added a subtle sweetness. The combination of fresh herbs and grains made it a light yet satisfying starter.For our main dish, we ordered the *Boneless Chicken Wings (kebob) paired with a unique dip made from chermoula, yogurt ranch, cilantro, and cumin. The wings were perfectly cooked--crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The dip was a standout, offering a zesty kick that complemented the wings beautifully.We also indulged in the Lahmacun with Spiced Wagyu. This flatbread was mixed with spiced wagyu beef, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. The flavors were bold and well-balanced, making each bite a savory delight.Overall, our experience at this new Greek restaurant was fantastic. The combination of traditional and innovative dishes, along with a welcoming atmosphere, makes it a great choice for both casual dinners and special occasions. I can't wait to return and explore more of their menu!

This restaurant delivered on every level. The ambiance was perfect for date night, with an amazing view to top it off. Since it was our first time, we decided to sample a variety of dishes, and each one was better than the last. If you can request a server, definitely ask for Eddie--he knows the menu inside and out and was super friendly. Big thanks to the entire Deme team for taking such great care of us and giving us a five-star experience. With love, Marissa and Joe.

Cute little date night spot tucked in Hotel Figueroa. Super pricey as expected, but the food & Calypso milk punch cocktail were decent & worth a try.Friendly staff, but food came out way too slow--especially for all the small plates we got. Turkish Manti is a must-order. They were like juicy little lamb xiao long baos. Definitely skip on the Lahmancun Flatbread.The dips went up to $28 for 3 and $40 for all 6 when I visited on 11/2.$15 parking next to the hotel at Athena lot.

Deme is a charming Mediterranean restaurant nestled inside Hotel Figueroa, where the decor transports you straight to Turkey with its vibrant, rustic ambiance. It was the ideal spot for our week date, offering a cozy and romantic atmosphere. The food was absolutely delicious, with rich flavors and fresh ingredients, though the portions were on the smaller side. Despite this, the exceptional service made the experience even more enjoyable--everyone was so friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home.

It's a beautiful space, tucked at the back of Hotel Fig, overlooking the pool. The food was absolutely delicious... from the warm pita and ethereally smooth dips to the wide variety of interesting takes on mezze dishes (we loved the little dumplings!).... it was all amazing. Do not skip dessert! Order both the small baklava bites and the astoundingly delicious vanilla soft serve with sesame caramel! Oh and the drink menu was very inventive as well, both of our cocktails were well balanced and unique. Our servers were attentive and very kind. Highly recommend Deme! And there are a variety of parking lots around the block $15-25... cheaper than hotel valet.

This spot has taken over Sparrow ..and it did jut disappoint! The ambience is still kept up-the plush seating, warm heat lamps and view of the patio is terrific. Service from host to bus boy were all amazingly friendly. Our waiter was very helpful and suggested foods from the menu! Our favorite dishes were the duck, duck patte, chicken skewers all of which had their own spin/taste! Drinks were amazing and since service was so well we had quite a bit! I will be back!!

I booked a Valentines Dinner about a month ahead. I had gotten a message a week or o before Valentines Day saying they had a preset menu. Which was fine with me. We gwt there and get a menu of the food/courses we were to expect. Like 4 appetizers before the main course, which we were told was one course shared. 3 choices, lamb, fennel ( vegetarian) and ribeye ( ALL listed on the menu we were handed) We picked everything we wanted, chose ribeye as our main course. We were already into our 3rd ir 4th appetizer and the server decided to tell us no more ribeye. We'll we did not want vegetable for a main course, our only choice was lamb, which we ARE NOT fans of. We barely managed to eat less than half of the lamb, we were not impressed by ut at all. Completely had high hopes for this place,and was extremely DISAPPOINTED. How did they not plan ahead with enough food and run out at 830pm?? And have a preset menu and not plan accordingly? And we told server our disappointment, she didn't really care. You'd think you would've addressed with the manager? Anyhow, disappointment on a very important night for restaurants

This gorgeous restaurant just opened in the Hotel Figueroa in DTLA. They have a deal where you can try all of their dips for $30, which was a good amount of food, and they bring out fresh pita constantly. My favorite dips were the whipped ricotta with harissa honey, grated tomato, and hummus. We also tried the summer fattoush with peaches and feta, which was good as well. I don't think I would go back, but the dips deal was fun and the restaurant is beautiful.

Great food, good services, nice vice and ambiance. Will come back and try more food. We love Oyster mushroom and the flatbread

Deme is a great New Mediterranean restaurant with Turkish influences. There is not a bad or mediocre dish. Excellent restaurant with wonderful service.