4.4 – 884 reviews • Mediterranean restaurant
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At Open Sesame, we craft bold, soulful Mediterranean cuisine deeply rooted in tradition. Our recipes trace back through centuries of Phoenician, Greek, Arab, Roman, and Ottoman influences… all brought to life with fresh, carefully selected ingredients and genuine care.
For us, food is about more than flavor… it’s about creating moments, evoking memories, and experiencing that rare pause when a bite captivates your senses. We make everything from scratch, honoring authenticity without shortcuts.
Since 1999, we’ve been dedicated to sharing a taste of Lebanon with Southern California… inviting you to come hungry and leave inspired.
Ali Kobeissi
Kebabs, shawarma & other Lebanese specialties & wine served in a colorful, casual environment.
✔️Brunch ✔️Lunch ✔️Dinner ✔️Dine in ✔️Take out ✔️Delivery
Hours
| Saturday | 12–11 PM |
| Sunday | 12–10 PM |
| Monday | 3–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–10 PM |
| Thursday | 12–10 PM |
| Friday | 12–11 PM |
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Reservations: opensesamegrill.com
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Reviews
Robert Jackson
The food and service were top notch from beginning to the end. My two daughters with SIL and future SIL were with me, party of five(ha, iykyk). The hostess that greeted me could not have been nicer, they knew it was the night before my daughter’s wedding and they had two options for us to choose from for seating. Above and beyond. The waiter was knowledgeable and super nice. The food was amazing! Everything tasted so fresh. Amazing experience! Give this place a try ASAP.
… moreSunny Sonia
Had a delicious dinner. My fave was the orange blossom tea and the rose ice cream baklava crumble. Will have to return for the cheesecake. The labneh was also especially good. Enjoyed the music and ambiance.
… moreShawn C
Came here for take out and enjoyed every dish. We ordered right around when they opened for dinner service and went to pick it up in about 20 minutes. The person at the front was super nice and accommodating to us.
The food was excellent with the falafel being the standout for me. It was crisp as it was freshly made and paired well with the flatbread that came with the order.
I wish we had the time to sit down for dinner as the outdoor space could seat a large party. Next time.
… moreMi
I had the open sesame combo which was delicious. The garlic sauce is so delicious and the baba ghanoush was really smoky. The tabbouleh was perfect.
The workers are all very nice and attentive!
… moreKochoidv
The flash fried cauliflower was so good! Im absolutely hooked and will definitely come back! I got the open sesame combo also which was phenomenal. There are so many other dishes that I would love to try.
… morelili bojorges
Great experience. One of the men that kept refilling my water was so sweet! He made me smile each time! The food was pretty good, great portions, I did think the chicken shawarma was just a little dry but still very good. The chocolate cake with almond ice cream was amazing. I asked to add pistachio crumble and it elevated it! I want to come back just for the dessert!!
… moreAustin Matzelle
Had dinner for 4, we were able to get seated immediately and had fantastic service. Ordered the halloumi watermelon (please get it) and the beef shawarma (love)
… moreOlliver Teston
Wonderful dinner and experience at this excellent Mediterranean restaurant. Service was top notch, food was delicious, and ambiance was great.
We had the flas fried cauliflower and fries for an app. I had the Open Sesame combo and it was A++
Check out this spot when in LA
… moreZlata G
Love this place – You can’t go wrong with any dish! The service staff are wonderful and the owner is very attentive. He checks in with you to make sure everything is going well, which remind me of the amazing and authentic hospitality abroad. Highly recommend!
… moreArpita Biswas
Here to give a shoutout to our server, (wish we got her name)She was so kind and sweet. We really enjoyed our meal and her service! the falafel is to die for
The atmosphere is cozy and pretty, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Entrée portions are generous and definitely shareable but very disappointing desserts. Or may it was just not a good dessert day haha. Btw, don’t leave without trying their tamarind and yogurt drinks
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