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First-time customer special
New customers get a free Baklava (Walnut or… read more
*NEW SPECIAL* Grilled Shrimp Tacos Now Available
Mix up the variety options for our famous AK… read more
*NEW SPECIAL* Anwar Style Shrimp
Enjoy our fresh grilled shrimp Anwar Style!… read more
🌮AK Shawarma Taco Platters Now Available 🌮
Have the best of both worlds with 100% Halal… read more
*NEW SEASONAL SPECIAL* Grilled Salmon Salad
Served on a bed of mixed greens, tomatoes,… read more
*NEW SEASONAL SPECIAL* Grilled Shrimp Plate
7 large seasoned shrimp grilled to perfection.… read more
*NEW SEASONAL SPECIAL* Grilled Salmon Plate
Grilled Salmon served on a bed of yellow rice,… read more
It's Your Lucky Day! 15% Off Green Wraps
To celebrate St. Patrick's Day, enjoy 15% off all of… read more
Join us for DineLA: Restaurant Week
From March 1st - 14th, Anwar's Kitchen is… read more
*SHAWARMA TACO TUESDAY*
Any choice of 4 mini pita shawarma tacos for $10.95… read more
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Chef's Special Grilled Veggie Plate
Mushroom, Zucchini, Squash, White Onion, Red & Green… read more
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Family-owned & operated
Casual dining
Halal
Vegetarian friendly
Grab-and-go
Locally owned & operated
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Q:
Hello, Do you have options for someone with a gluten allergy?
A:
Yes! We have house made dips, deli items, salad options, anwar style fries (GF oil) , & our falafel (GF oil, chickpeas, parsley, garlic) are all gluten free! Make sure to ask our cashier to notify the kitchen and to include any special requests.
Anwar J., Business OwnerÂ9 months ago
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- Lily L.Bakersfield, CA0710Apr 7, 2024
shwarma plate never misses .. best labneh in la ( *¯ ³¯*)
eat here and be happy. deli case is where it's at.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Business owner information
Anwar J.
Apr 7, 2024
Hi, Lily! Thank you so much for leaving us a 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear you love our shawarma plate and ofc, our delightful labneh. We'll keep dishing out the deliciousness for you! Looking forward to serving you again soon. :)
- Koi S.Pasadena, CA1974357Apr 11, 2024
After a session at the gym, I was fairly hungry and a protein shake wasn't going to do it. So decided to look up a few places and while driving, I saw this at the corner and this place had been on my bookmarks for a while and decided to give this a go instead.
Since it's downtown and midday parking is horrendous, but since they're located near an alley, homegirl parked on the red and came in to do a to go order.
Walked up to a kiosk and ordered 2 chicken shawarma, one with hummus and the other with mixed greens. ( Summer is coming around the corner, so gotta make sure we're staying within the macros.)
I really did enjoy my plate, the wrap was packed with protein which I enjoyed. Usually a lot of places are skimpy with their protein portions, but the chicken was tender and full of flavor. It was also very refreshing as there was tabuleh and pickles.
I like the little banana peppers addition to the salad, I just ate them with the shawarma instead. The hot sauce is creamy, pretty mild, but got the job done.
PS
Would you guys make a halal hot sauce? Just asking because some people like me would like our insides to burn. Lol.
Would be coming back just to try their plate .Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Business owner information
Anwar J.
Apr 11, 2024
Hi, Koi! Thanks a lot for sharing your thoughts with us! We're glad you enjoyed our chicken shawarma—it's always great to hear that our portions hit the spot. Your feedback on the flavors is much appreciated! Regarding your request for a spicier hot sauce, we're definitely considering it. Thanks again for stopping by, and see you back soon to try more of our menu! :)
- Mar 20, 2024
Anwar's Kitchen is cooking up some of the best Halal Mediterranean food I've had in dtla. This restaurant was opened by social media influencer Anwar and his mother and is open everyday until 4AM! The portions are generous and the gyro and shawarma are very flavorful
The restaurant itself is a good size with lots of tables. It has modern decor with really nice lights. The mural of Anwar is hilarious too lol I came in around 12pm and there was no wait. Shoutout to Antoni for helping us out and answering all my questions
Definitely check them out when you're in dtla!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Anwar J.
Mar 20, 2024
Hi Matt. Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We're glad to hear that our food, customer service, and portions were spot on for you. We hope to have you back soon next time you're in dtla.
- 369108166Jan 5, 2024
I highly recommend!
The portions were big and the food was so flavorful. I tried the gyro pita and the meats and sauces were so generous. I split the Anwar special and there's not much else to say other than that it was indeed special.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Anwar J.
Jan 5, 2024
Hi, Valentin! Thank you so much for leaving us a 5-star review. We're thrilled you enjoyed our food, especially the gyro pita and our Anwar Style special. It means a lot that you found the portions generous and the flavors on point. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon! :)
- Mar 12, 20242 check-ins
Located near Santee Alley in DTLA. Street parking only. Lots of indoor seating tho. They have a self-order kiosk, and normally only 1 person running everything out on the floor. So there's rarely someone there to greet you as you walk in. It's mostly self-service most of the time. Food comes out quick. And they are open super late. Like 4am, so that's very handy. Lots of to-go order pick ups. Food is tasty and good portions. The watermelon Fresca was delicious.
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Anwar J.
Mar 12, 2024
Hi, Diana. Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed our location and found our food tasty with good portions. It's great to hear you liked our watermelon agua fresca, too. We're sorry if there wasn't someone to greet you when you came in, but we're happy you found our self-service setup convenient. We're open until 4 am for your late-night cravings, and we're always here for quick to-go orders. Hope to see you again soon! :)
- Marc N.Alhambra, CA9317453Mar 3, 2024
I got the rice plate which was not that good, but I had a taste of my friends' wrap and baklava which both were 7/10. Not sure why the plate was bad, but because it was the pita bread and the meat, you could taste the meat being not as good. Wrap had everything in it and so when combining the different textures and flavors, it's pretty good though.
They skimp out on the amount of pita you get on the rice plate too which sucks, but I think that's why they give you a sufficient amount of rice.
Barely 3/5 for me, but the service was nice :)Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Anwar J.
Mar 3, 2024
Hi, Marc. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We're glad you enjoyed the wrap and baklava. We apologize that our plate didn't meet your expectations. We'll review your comments with our team for improvement. We appreciate your input and hope to serve you better in the future. Please check your DMs!
- 26338109Feb 24, 2024
It's good for a late night spot when you're super hungry and nothing else is open, but I felt like it lacked a lot of flavor especially the chicken. The beef I thought was a little bit better and definitely made up for the lack of flavor overall in everything else I guess, so small wins.
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Anwar J.
Feb 24, 2024
Hi, Mercedes. Thanks for your review, we're glad you found us when you were hungry late at night. We're sorry the flavor didn't meet your expectations, especially with the chicken. We appreciate your feedback and would love to hear more details. Could you please check your DMs? We'd like to make it right. Looking forward to hearing from you!
- Shadi B.Northridge, San Fernando Valley, CA022Apr 19, 2024
Anwar's Kitchen in LA is a culinary oasis! Impeccable cleanliness, amazing chicken shawarma, and Chef Mahmoud's talent make it a 5-star experience
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Anwar J.
Apr 19, 2024
Hi, Shadi! Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed your experience at Anwar's Kitchen. Cleanliness and great food are our top priorities. We're thrilled you loved our chicken shawarma and Chef Mahmoud's talent. Your 5-star rating means a lot to us! We look forward to serving you again soon! :)
- Ab A.Los Angeles, CA27218Apr 6, 2024
One of the few Halal spot that is open late night in LA. Food quality and portion is very good. Late night go to spot definitely.
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Anwar J.
Apr 7, 2024
Hi, Ab! Thank you so much for the kind words and for choosing us as your late-night Halal spot in LA! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our food quality and portion sizes. We're glad to be your go-to spot for those late-night cravings, and we can't wait to serve you again soon. If you have any suggestions or feedback, feel free to let us know. We're here to make your experience even better. :)
- Mar 19, 2024
I've ordered here a few times and they've never disappointed! They don't skimp on the sauce and extras, and the size and portion are great. My go-to has been the chicken and beef plate with the hummus and pita bread. Providing a wholesome and nutritious meal, it is a perfect choice as a complete meal. In one instance, I selected the incorrect toppings and they immediately corrected the error and re-sent me a replacement order. Ask anyone and they will tell you that this is impeccable customer service!!
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Anwar J.
Mar 19, 2024
Hi Darrel. Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our Combo Chicken and Beef Plate, as well as our hummus and pita bread. It's good to know that our staff was also very helpful. Can't wait to have you back for more!