Magic Carpet--CLOSED
Los Angeles, CA 90035-2410
Phone: (310) 652-8507
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- S La Cienega Boulevard
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri 11am-2:30pm, Sun 10am-9pm
Editorial Review for Magic Carpet--CLOSED – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
A relaxed atmosphere surrounds the mainly orthodox Jewish families who dine here. The minimalist decor consists of enlarged photos depicting traditional Yemenite costume and a couple of off-beat mannequins. The Middle Eastern cuisine is kosher, non-dairy and perfect for vegetarians. The combo appetizer is a good introduction, featuring stuffed grape leaves, Moroccan cigars (think taquitos wrapped in crispy filo instead of tortillas), and kibbeh, a deep-fried bulghur wheat-and-ground beef dish.
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User Reviews for Magic Carpet--CLOSED
07/27/2007 Posted by addola
It is not Yemenit, the word is Yemeni. The restaurant served great food but is over priced. I tried malawach(I am Arabian and I don't know what this word is), it is a kind of fried topping with non-sweet topping like mushrooms on it. It does taste so authentic, and the original Yemeni version can be topped with Honey and animal fat (they don't serve it). I have also tried their Flafil, really great, but really expensive. The two dishes that we ordered were exceptional and cooked with care. Only problem is the price, in my opinion. We paid 33 dollars + tips.
Pros: Authentic Jewish food
Cons: Price
06/11/2007 Posted by so_adorable
when i discovered this place a few years ago - i became instantly hooked! the food and the flavors are so delicious - i thought my grandmother was in the kitchen preparing her specialties. you must get the appetizer sampler - featuring falafel (better than the late great eat-a-pita), kibbeh, merguez & more. my cousin (who can eat this food every day in his life) ordered a kebab - which wasn't that good... but the mellawach is delicious! it's like a pizza but not. the ground beef topping is great - as are some of the veggie toppings. as for their hummus and tahina - they're not the best i've had but they are better than average - and if you like spicy food, ask for some "zhuk" which is a typical yemeni condiment made with cilantro and coriander and more... i'd go there more often if i wasn't watching my weight and my pocketbook - it can get pricey.
Pros: great food
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