Gaby's Mediterranean
(310) 559-1808
10445 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles,
CA
90034
34.0204
-118.4046
Neighborhoods: Palms, West LA
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In Short
A patio enclosed by a blue-trimmed, plastic-covered awning conjures the charm of a family-owned cafe nestled along the Mediterranean coastline. Low prices and easygoing attitude attracts a mix of everyone who can appreciate authentic Lebanese cuisine. Late-night diners include bohemian hipsters and young industry execs who haven't yet earned expense accounts. The menu features vegetarian plates served with generous portions of hummus and tabouli; carnivorous options such as mahi mahi kabobs or chicken kafta add variety.
User Reviews
Anonymous
October 28, 2008
Pros: Absolutely some of the best and reasonably priced Mediterranean food in the area. The menu is fairly diverse and offers many vegetarian dishes. The hookah prices aren't bad, either. Cons: The service. I feel so conflicted about this place. Excellent food, but the service is slow, inattentive and at times, downright rude. I would discourage booking parties of six or more at this place since they can't seem to manage more than that. When you have to ask for a menu or water, you know things aren't going well with the staff.
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sedagive
August 05, 2008
I've been coming to Gaby's for about 5 or 6 years now and I've never been disappointed. When Gaby is working, he always comes over to say hi and gives me a hug. He's a very nice man. The food is wonderful. The hummus is the best I've ever had and they will bring you as much pita as you want at no extra charge. My favorite dish is the lemon chicken and I order it almost every time I visit. The salad that comes with the chicken is delicious. Yes, the service is very slow, but I think it's more of a cultural thing than anything else. The Middle Eastern people who eat here tend to stay for hours, playing backgammon and smoking hookahs. No one seems to be in a hurry and I kind of like it. Meals should be relaxed, not rushed. This place is nothing fancy, just great food and friendly employees. I keep telling Gaby he should raise his prices, but he won't hear of it. He's just that kind of guy. I can't say enough good things about Gaby's. It's one of my favorite places and I drive from South Orange County (about 50 miles each way) just for the food.
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May 18, 2008
Gabys has 2 location and one is a DRIVE THRU! The sit down restaurant is mostly under a tent like roofing, open air dining, complete with hookas. However, if you don't have time to sit and still crave their great greek food you can drive thru their other location, on Washington Blvd just west of Lincoln.They have several different combos to take home and enjoy. Convenient, fast, inexpensive, and good.????
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Know Before You Go:
Even with heat lamps strategically placed throughout the patio, it can get chilly enough to need a heavy sweater or a jacket on a colder night.
Parking:
Don't parking in front of the neighboring liquor store. If the lot is full, street parking can be found on Venice during off hours.
What to Drink:
Patrons seeking authenticity can order a leban, a blend of yogurt, mint and ice. A less-filling alternative is a jillab: Crushed ice blended with raspberry date juice topped with pine nuts.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Family Style Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Group Dining, Food Delivery, Dine At The Bar
