Zahle Restaurant — Restaurant in Los Angeles

The search for authentic Lebanese food is finally over. I stepped inside this establishment and was instantly transported to Zahle (the bride of the Beqaa valley - for non Lebanese peeps). The ambience of the place recreates what you expect from a trip back to Lebanon. The staff are friendly and welcoming, echoing the tradition of what Zahlawis are known for. Now to the food: two things set the rating of a Lebanese restaurant: their Tabbouleh and their kibbeh nayyeh (raw meat delicacy - again for non Lebanese peeps). On both accounts, the verdict came back as 5 stars. The nayyeh was exactly what you'd expect from a restaurant nestled in the Beqaa, and the Tabbouleh engages all your senses and flies you back to the home town this fine establishment carries its name.

A must visit place if you're in LA. Will be...

Very nice Lebanese, Middle Eastern Resturant. Great variety on the menu, unless you know a little bit about the food you get lost. I went there with my wife, I ordered beef shawerma and she ordered chicken shawarma. The order was ready in a reasonable time. The salad that came with the order was freshly made, unlike other places when it is prepared in advance. It tasted really good, the was also great, the babaganug had just too much lemon even though I like lemon. The service was good and we got everything we asked for. The atmosphere was quite not many customers since it was raining outside. I was told that there is music on Fridays and Saturdays. If you are in San Fernando Valley stop by and try the food, I am sure you...

Another great meal at Zahle Restaurant, we had the cold and hot mezza sampler...and it was great. We also had combo kebab, everything was delightful, like our last visit, the waiter remembered us from the last time over a year ago. Everyone was so attentive, and genuine. Desert rice pudding honey pistachio was perfect. One thing that could use some improvement is the wine list where the Lebanese wine was "interesting" and the alternatives weren't so attractive either. They could use a basic Kendal Jackson Chardonnay Vintner's Reserve and a J Lohr Cabernet Sauvignon Seven Oaks to have their basics covered and save the day...or next time I need to remember to bring my own...