Bavel

4.8

3215 Reviews

$31 to $50

Middle Eastern

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A Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 3, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 102 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(213) 232-4966

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Middle Eastern
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(213) 232-4966
Website
http://baveldtla.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis
Catering
Please email events@baveldtla.com for more information.
Private party facilities
Please email events@baveldtla.com for more information.

Location
500 Mateo St Los Angeles, CA 90013-2222
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Santa Fe
Parking details
Street parking also available
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Hummus Masabacha$13.00
creamy & chunky garbanzo bean purée, lemon, garlic, green zhoug, pita
Hummus Duck 'Nduja$14.00
tahini, parsley, cilantro, sumac, pita
Baba Ghanoush$14.00
tunisian eggplant salad, pine nuts, herbs, fried pita, kashmiri lemon salt
Farm Cheese$16.00
fig za'atar, marjoram, olive oil, black sesame buckwheat toast
Chicken Liver Pate$18.00
honey pomegranate reduction, tarragon, pickled blueberry, urfa, black sesame buckwheat toast
Additional Bread$4.00
blistered pita, fried pita, black sesame buckwheat loaf, or laffa

Appetizers

Marinated Olives$9.00
cinnamon, citrus, sheep's milk feta
*Ocean Trout Crudo$25.00
pomegranate reduction, citrus, blueberry, urfa chili oil, sesame, sprouting cilantro
Heirloom Lettuce Salad$16.00
green tahini vinaigrette, cilantro, black sesame, rose petals
Tabouleh$16.00
sumac vinaigrette, marjoram, crème fraîche, market vegetable, soft herbs
Cherry Tomato$18.00
gaviota strawberries, whipped feta, burnt harissa, sprouting cilantro
Grilled Prawns$28.00
harissa marinade, cured zucchini & cucumber tzatziki, fresh herbs, lime
Sprouting Cauliflower$18.00
hawaij spice, tahini amba, nigella, aleppo, lime, cilantro
Oyster Mushroom Kebab$23.00
lovage & avocado purée, sumac, meyer lemon, cilantro
Lamb Flatbread$22.00
spicy lamb & pork sausage, tomato, red onion, pine nuts, nigella seed, mint, sumac, sesame paste
Malawach$21.00
ancient grain crispy layered bread, grated tomato, dill crème fraîche, soft egg, strawberry zhoug

ENTREES

Grilled Dorade$42.00
smoked whole seed chermoula, cilantro, lime, turnips
Duck Leg Confit$46.00
hawaij cream, dill rice, cilantro, rose
Wagyu Oxtail Tagine$45.00
cherry reduction, cinnamon, cardamom, coconut rice, soft herbs
Slow Roasted Lamb Neck Shawarma$46.00
tahini, ajika, pickled vegetables, laffa
32 oz Grilled Westholme Wagyu Ribeye$160.00
australian wagyu beef, fermented mushroom cream, marinated cucumbers, dill

DESSERTS

Peach Cobbler$13.00
sauteed peaches, almond cake, farm cheese ice cream, baharat spice dust
Strawberry Sumac & Sweet Cheese Pastry$13.00
pistachio ice cream, sheep's milk ricotta, cured sumac
Ice Cream Terrine$14.00
cherry orange blossom sherbet, chamomile ice cream, black currant meringue.
Spiced Caramel Ice Cream$13.00
cream, pour over Turkish coffee, chocolate & vanilla checkerboard cookie.
Rose Clove Chocolate Donuts$14.00
bar au chocolat ganache, sherry diplomat cream
Apricot Clafoutis$13.00
amaro soft whipped cream

COCKTAILS

Heka$14.00
Spritz! – white kina, manzanilla sherry, dry prosecco, lemon oil, dried citrus
Hani$16.00
Arak Colada – coconut, pineapple, lime, cardamom, nutmeg, arak, rhum blanc
Tamar$15.00
Sour – tequila, fennel, reduced lager, lemon, mint, turmeric
Rabi$16.00
Sour – mezcal, weichsel cherry, citrus, amaro, lemongrass
Alma$16.00
Boulevardier – bourbon, rye, nocino, bitter, mirto vermouth, candied black walnut
Tierra$17.00
Martini – old tom gin or fruit & grain vodka, golden beet bianco vermouth
Nebuchadnezzar$17.00
House Old Fashioned – lamb fat bourbon, blue plum brandy, smoked ice, grapefruit

ON TAP

1903 Lager, Half
Craftsman Brewing / Pasadena, California
- half$6.00
1903 Lager, Full
Craftsman Brewing / Pasadena, California
- full$10.00
Saison Dupont, Half$7.00
Brewery Dupont / Hainaut, Belgium
Saison Dupont, Full$12.00
Brewery Dupont / Hainaut, Belgium
Rosé Cidre, Half
Aval / Bretagne, France
- half$7.00
Rosé Cidre, Full
Aval / Bretagne, France
- full$11.00

BOTTLES

Agnus Dei Copper Ale$55.00
Domaine de l'Ecu / Loire Valley, France 473ml
Hitachino Anbai "Salty Plum" Ale$16.00
Kiuchi Brewery/ Tokyo, Japan 11.2oz

WINE

The wine list at Bavel changes daily.
It focuses primarily on producers from geographies that dot the Mediterranean coasts, while also showcasing kindred Californian wine . The wines range from classical and known to vanguard and emerging. We forgo wines that are solely commercial and strive for a balance that aptly supplies something for everyone, while remaining dedicated to enhancing your experience here as a whole. We would be happy to forward you today's wine list. Please send requests to info@baveldtla.com
Corkage
A $50 corkage fee applies per 750 ml or less (2 bottle limit). A $100 fee applies per bottle larger than 750 ml (1 bottle limit).

NON-ALCOHOLIC

Soda$4.00
diet coke
Soda$4.00
coke
Soda$6.00
house ginger beer
Soda$6.00
bavel ginger ale
Bismark$6.00
classic lemonade with date syrup / flat or sparkling
Saffron$6.00
pink lemonade with pomegranate & cinnamon / flat or sparkling
Iced Tea$4.50
august uncommon. burnt apple & oolong
Hot Tea$5.00
august uncommon. metropolitan black or fig & chamomile herbal / jing. whole leaf peppermint
Coffee$5.00
verve. regular or decaf drip
Espresso$4.50
verve. single shot
Espresso$6.00
verve. cappuccino or latte

What 3,215 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Downtown / South and East LA
Best Overall
Downtown / South and East LA
Best Food
Downtown / South and East LA
Healthy
Downtown / South and East LA
Hot Spot
Downtown / South and East LA
Notable Wine List
Downtown / South and East LA
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PASSION4FOOD
Orange County
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything we had was amazing! The chicken liver pâté, the crudo, the baba ganoush, and the lamb rack were all very tasty!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unique and exceptional quality food. Unbelievable service too
MI
MIchaelS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience3
easily one of the best meals I've ever had, SUPER loud and hard to talk and too crowded.
b
beenthere
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Delicious food but extremely loud. Don't take sensitive people.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Everything was great
BL
BLP2
Los Angeles
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall1food4service4ambience4
I was extremely disappointed in the rudeness of the several people who called in advance to confirm my reservation, and by the hostess when we arrived. We had to book 2 separate reservations (under 2 different open table accounts) for 6 people each, because otherwise we would have had to make a reservation with the "Private Events" coordinator, and agree to a prix fixed menu. I didn't want a prix fixed menu. I wanted my guests to be able to order what they wanted from the menu. I was told by several people who called to confirm our reservations that this was not an "approved" way to book the reservation. They told me repeatedly that they would not be able to put our tables near each other. When we arrived (although there were several empty tables) they put one of our tables inside and other outside. They refused to put both tables together either outside or both inside. They were so rude and dismissive -- and although the food was good, the attitude was so disrespectful, which definitely impacted our experience. Several of my guests are people who are actively involved in Public Relations, and social influencers in the community. It was obviously a disappointing experience.
SH
SalvadorH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambience! Food was well cooked and very tasty!
O
Oscar
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
4th time eating here and had the best overall experience yet. Anthony was our server in the patio area on Sat night and my wife and I agree it was the best service we’ve ever had! He is awesome!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great! Thank you
SD
SaraD
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food4service4ambience4
They need more bathroom for women and gentlemen for the size of the location.
MD
MichaelD
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We shared two spreads and three appetizers and that was plenty for two people. Hummus Masabacha, Baba Ghanoush and Oyster Mushroom Kebab were all excellent. Excellent, attentive and pleasant service. Very nice space.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The perfect ambience for any occasion.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We came here for my boyfriends birthday and we’re blown away! We are huge fans of Israeli and Middle Eastern cuisines so finding an upscale place to show case the food was exceptional! To do so many simple things so we’ll makes the experience that much better. The entire meal was divine but I will say, what blew me away most was the hummus and pita. The silky, fluffy hummus paired with a fresh, warm pita - I still dream about. It was a Thursday night and packed to the brim and very loud. Overall we loved it but wish it wasn’t quite so loud. Love an energetic ambiance but a notch or two lower would have been perfect.
M
Marie
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall3food5service2ambience5
I had made our outdoor reservation (6:45 pm) a month in advance. We arrived early to find out that they were no longer seating small parties outside and they’d seat us inside once the next group leaves their table. According to the hostess, it is standard practice for this establishment to close off a section of the restaurant and they do not need to notify anyone. After waiting past our reservation time, a group of people left and I went to inquire about the table to ensure we’d be seated soon. To my surprise, I was told the table was reserved, however once I reminded the hostess of our situation she kindly changed her mind. This should have been an indication of what was to come. Once seated we were all excited to try everything on our list. However, when the waiter finally arrived he sternly discouraged us from ordering everything due to it being too much food; We sadly obliged. To make matters worse, the waiter hardly came to our table, seemed very annoyed, and sent someone else to deliver the bill to us even though the preordered dessert and he forgot to add it. Ugh. Now on to the food. Wow! Each dish was full of flavor and well presented. My favorite dishes were the 32 oz grilled Westholme Wagyu Ribeye and Wagyu Oxtail Tagine. I highly recommend this establishment…. I just hope you’ll have a waiter who is kind and thoughtful.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful. Phil the server is amazing.
NC
NealC
Los Angeles
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I MUST SAY THIS WAS QUITE A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE, THAT WAS MARKED BY ONE MAJOR PROBLEM. WE ORDERED THE WAYGU STEAK WHICH COME WITH A SAUCE. THE STEAK WAS $168.00, WHEN WE ASKED FOR MORE SAUCE THEY SAID NO WE ONLY HAVE A SET AMOUNT. THIS TRULY MARKED OUR DINNER WITH A BAD TASTE. I HOPE MANAGEMENT SEES THIS REVIEW AND CORRECTS THIS PROBLEM.
NF
NickolasF
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience1
Flawless with the exception of the noise level. The chatter from the diners and the kitchen is outside of management's control. The volume level of the house music being played can and should be lowered.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful room, lovely service, food was incredible! Good work!
b
breannal
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Outstanding food!
c
chefkaykay
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Bavel so much everything is amazing you can’t go work you HAVE to order the prawns and hummus as well as the mushrooms. Finally had the oxtails and they were fall off the bone best quality and incredible drinks YOU CANT GO WRONG. 5th time at this restaurant can’t wait to come back
MC
MatthewC
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible service and food. From server to Somm and Manager Nick, and incredibly hospitable and delicious experience.
L
Lulu
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Anthony was an amazing server! I love Bavel but think the lights are too bright and volume level takes away from the incredible meal. Will never stop coming (or raving about it), but that's my $.02. Great wine selection, too!
m
melisaw
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My food blew my mind!!! LOVED IT!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
B’day dinner at Bavel and everyone was amazing and the food was delicious. 🥰
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Quiet at the bar. Good spot
JK
JinK
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall2food5service1ambience3
Our server wasn’t attentive. I wish she was more engaging.
AM
AlanMunoz
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall2food3service3ambience5
I have enjoyed going to Bavel for a long time now. However, last night was very underwhelming. I left disappointed due to the fact that I attended this dinner to impress my parents visiting from Spain and for the father's day occasion. 3 of the 5 entrees from the menu were unavailable due to a "busy day," in which I planned on ordering. The forecasting for inventory orders was obviously poor for such a big day for families to celebrate father's day and that left us upset and I am sure many other's too. I left 3 stars for the food category due to the limited availability the restaurant had in the evening, not due to the taste of the food. What I was able to order, tasted great. Food at Bavel always does. I also did not enjoy service due to the fact that I felt like staff mocked us for being surprised that there was limited availability of food on the menu. Bestia, the other chef's restaurant, on the other hand has not disappointed me from all the times I have gone. I would still recommend Bavel to a friend in the future because a long time customer, I don't expect this performance at the restaurant to continue.
M
Michelle
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, drinks, wine, ambiance. Looking forward to coming back.
J
Jenny
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, beautiful space, outstanding service. The hummus alone opened up a new world of possibility, and each dish that followed continued the delicious adventure.
LF
LosFelizEats
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A wonderful menu with some unique and incredible flavors. And the best staff in LA!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic meal full of exquisite flavors and a fun environment - even for my 90 year old grandparents!
s
salpha
Los Angeles
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall3food5service2ambience4
Amazing food! But slow and inattentive service that doesn’t match the level of the food. They also forgot to put in our drink order.
LW
LaurenW
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful, open air dining for the COVID cautious and just simply amazing food. Our somm Sam was stellar!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food and staff are always on point, but the noise level can make it difficult to have a real conversation, especially for a business dinner. Good for social gatherings maybe not for business dinners.
E
Elisha
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such an amazing experience and the food was to die for.
F
Foodie
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience1
Soooooooo loud, I really don’t understand the trend to blast music so none of the guests can hear themselves think let alone talk to their party.
BN
BobN
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
An LA standard that has maintained it's high standards.
MT
MatthewT
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Met the high expectations we had. Every dish and cocktail was memorable. Service was great as well
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
ALL of the staff were excellent, as was the food.
HA
HaimA
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Absolutely love this place and cannot recommend enough!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Bavel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (213) 232-4966.

Bavel is rated 4.8 stars by 3215 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 3, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 102 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(213) 232-4966

500 Mateo St Los Angeles, CA 90013-2222

Additional information

Cross street
Santa Fe
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Middle Eastern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking also available
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://baveldtla.com/
Phone number
(213) 232-4966
Catering
Please email events@baveldtla.com for more information.
Private party facilities
Please email events@baveldtla.com for more information.

Bavel

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

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SPREADS

Hummus Masabacha$13.00

Hummus Duck 'Nduja$14.00

Baba Ghanoush$14.00

Farm Cheese$16.00

Chicken Liver Pate$18.00

Additional Bread$4.00

Appetizers

Marinated Olives$9.00

*Ocean Trout Crudo$25.00

Heirloom Lettuce Salad$16.00

Tabouleh$16.00

Cherry Tomato$18.00

Grilled Prawns$28.00

Sprouting Cauliflower$18.00

Oyster Mushroom Kebab$23.00

Lamb Flatbread$22.00

Malawach$21.00

ENTREES

Grilled Dorade$42.00

Duck Leg Confit$46.00

Wagyu Oxtail Tagine$45.00

Slow Roasted Lamb Neck Shawarma$46.00

32 oz Grilled Westholme Wagyu Ribeye$160.00

DESSERTS

Peach Cobbler$13.00

Strawberry Sumac & Sweet Cheese Pastry$13.00

Ice Cream Terrine$14.00

Spiced Caramel Ice Cream$13.00

Rose Clove Chocolate Donuts$14.00

Apricot Clafoutis$13.00

COCKTAILS

Heka$14.00

Hani$16.00

Tamar$15.00

Rabi$16.00

Alma$16.00

Tierra$17.00

Nebuchadnezzar$17.00

ON TAP

1903 Lager, Half

1903 Lager, Full

Saison Dupont, Half$7.00

Saison Dupont, Full$12.00

Rosé Cidre, Half

Rosé Cidre, Full

BOTTLES

Agnus Dei Copper Ale$55.00

Hitachino Anbai "Salty Plum" Ale$16.00

WINE

The wine list at Bavel changes daily.

Corkage

NON-ALCOHOLIC

Soda$4.00

Soda$4.00

Soda$6.00

Soda$6.00

Bismark$6.00

Saffron$6.00

Iced Tea$4.50

Hot Tea$5.00

Coffee$5.00

Espresso$4.50

Espresso$6.00

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