The Diplomat Eatery and Tavern — Restaurant in Monrovia

Unfortunately, at 70 the way I see my birthday is with the usual disappointment. This year was different. My best friend Robb took me to an amazing dinner on the 22nd at Aqua Vita part of the complex I live in in downtown Los Angeles called The Grand LA. I wish I could tell you how delicious the food was because everyone was raising, but unfortunately, I was sick that day and literally had no flavor in my mouth. the food was. We went to see funny girl after that, and although I didn’t feel my best, I was thrilled at the production and the cast. But let’s go back to Monrovia. Robb thought it would be a nice place for us to meet and walk through the charming town that Monrovia is. It’s like stepping into a different time not better or worse just different and I guess the difference is what makes it so special. We ended up eating at the diplomat, it was by chance. By then I was back on the road too, and could taste my food again. Head boy I was real. The place doesn’t look that great but that this restaurant and the customers that make such a wonderful Ambiance to visit. Robb mention that the day we were there was an actual birthday and they went out of their way to make these feel special and it wasn’t cheesy. all the food we ate was delicious and our server was amazing. Grounded at the end of the dinner they brought a plate covered in petals with two pieces of balaclava were flat by a candle. The staff sang happy birthday to me. What a wonderful way to spend your birthday. I don’t take pictures of food, I think that’s a function of my age, but if I were of that, I would be posting some really beautiful plates of food. I think the staff at the diplomat for making my birthday really special. And then there is Robb. He makes every day that he’s been in my life a birthday. He has been an amazing friend, and I am always grateful that the universe brought...

For starter, I ordered the Baba Ghanoush $9- roasted eggplant, mixed with spices and topped with olive oil came with warm pita bread cut up in triangles for easy scooping, I mean dipping. Lol. Honestly though, this was so good I was basically scooping the baba ghanoush on to the pita bread.

Their Lunch specials include: MEDITERRANEAN WRAP COMBOS, Available Tuesday-Saturday 11am-4pm. Your choice of meat/protein Wrapped in pita bread & served with a side of hummus and pickled turnips.

So I tried their Beef Shawarma Wrap $14- Sliced fillet mignon seasoned with seven spices, pan grilled w/ onions & rolled with fries, tomato, onions, pickles and tahini sauce. I forgot to say meat well done, bit this was seasoned and cooked perfectly I honestly didn’t notice if it was not well done. I ate half and took the rest home.

I ordered the Lule Kebab Wrap $14 for takeaway- Ground fillet beef mixed with onions and spices, marinated and grilled rolled with lettuce, tomatoes and hummus. This I ate the following day and it was more than enough for me, I could only eat half. The flavors exploding in my mouth made me want to eat it all though. Even warming it up in the microwave only didn’t make it soggy.

For dessert I had their Baklava, there were two pieces that came with the order for $4. Just the right amount of sweetness and flakiness. These went well with my orange spiced hot tea.

Service was friendly and attentive. Restroom was clean. I was able to find street parking right away.

The Diplomat also takes bookings, Walk-ins. They are good for groups and/or parties, children, adults, takeaway as well as. Catering. They have table service and outdoor seating

Business hours: They are closed on Mondays Tuesday-Thursday: 11:00am - 09:00pm Friday-Saturday: 11:00am - 10:00pm Sunday:...

The Beef Kebab was to die for :) It was sirloin steak and it was cooked to perfection, medium rare just how I love my meat.

So after a nice workout on a Thursday evening, a friend and I wanted to grab a bite to eat, we decided on The Diplomat since neither one of us had been there, my friend is a big fan of Mediterranean food and I have been hooked on hummus. Parking was a breeze, tons of street parking and if you can't find a spot there is lots of free parking lots in the area. We walked in and was immediately greeted and seated by the friendly staff. Within a couple minutes we were asked for our drink orders and if we were interested on any starter. We ordered the hummus and pita bread, kinda bummed but the hummus was definitely not my favorite, it also wasn't the worse. I felt it could of had more flavor. Shortly after we placed our order, the food did not take long to come out. I was so happy and very satisfied with my dish and so was my friend. Our food was very presentable, flavorful, and enjoyable! The staff was so awesome, they refilled our drinks without us asking, they asked us how everything was and if there was anything else we needed.

The Diplomat is definitely a place I will be returning to, it's perfect for a date night, lunch or dinner with friends/family, or even just a drink and a bite to go.

Give it a try and let me know what...