This restaurant is the best Arabic restaurant we have been to in Los Angeles. Their service is fantastic. The ambiance is beautiful and authentic, with a lot of attention to details. Very clean and organized. The appetizers and the bread were amazing and super tasty. The kebobs were very good but not excellent, highly recommended, it’s my new favorite please for Arabic food.

Published 4 months ago

The place is amazing. The servers, the quality of the food, everything was top notch and very high quality. However, the only thing I really dislike is the food portions compared to the price. Even though it’s high quality, the portions are pretty small. I would say it’s more appropriate for couples rather than families.

Published 3 months ago

The ambiance was beautiful. Being inside the restaurant felt like I was dining by the Mediterranean. Our server was helpfu and friendlyl. She inquired about any food allergies and made excellent recommendations that could accommodate everyone's preferences. The food was delicious. The pita bread was made fresh and I LOVE that they served the pita warm. You can tell it came right out of the oven. The hummus and grape leaves were delicious and full of flavor. I ordered something I've never tried before, the Ammatoli Moussaka. I'm so glad I did as it totally made this a great dining experience. It reminded me of a lasagna, but a much healthier version. They use layers of potato and eggplant instead of noodles. I would definitely recommend this dish. My friend liked the spicy garlic lemon chicken. And our other friend shared her gyro plate was good, but the gyro was a little dry. I definitely recommend trying this restaurant for a beautiful and delicious dining experience.

Published 3 months ago

I recently had lunch at AMMATOLI in Long Beach, and I must say, it was a delightful experience! The ambience was absolutely stunning, and the flavors of the food were out of this world. Every bite was bursting with flavor, and the presentation was equally impressive. The music created a wonderful atmosphere, and the service was impeccable. Michael, our server, was incredibly attentive and friendly, and Violin, the event manager, went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect.

The only surprise came when I received the check. I ordered the Ammatoli Mixed Mashawi, which includes six different meat selections. I requested chicken kebab, kafta beef, steak kebab, and two lamb chops (with an additional $5 charge). Per the menu, the dish was priced at $46 online, but the total for this item came out to $129, which seemed quite unexpected. We were a party of four, and the total bill was $212 before tax. I had been considering hosting a party at the restaurant, but due to this pricing issue, I don’t think I can proceed with that. Additionally, I had informed them that it was my birthday and requested a nicer table setup, but unfortunately, they didn’t accommodate this, even though other tables remained empty during our stay.

Despite these issues, everything else was amazing. The Osmalieh ice cream was divine, the bread was fresh and warm, and the hummus was deliciously creamy. Although the rice was slightly undercooked, it still had great flavor, and the fried kibbeh mezze was simply spectacular.

Overall, I had a wonderful dining experience and would highly recommend AMMATOLI for anyone looking for authentic and flavorful Mediterranean cuisine in a beautiful setting.

Published 5 months ago

We did a family style dinner for about 30 people and it was fantastic. From the ambiance, to the staff everything was fantastic. The selection of imported alcohol from various regions was a refreshing change and the roasted cauliflower is to die for. The rest of our dishes were also top notch. I can’t remember all of them but the lamb, the specialty pizzas, tabbouleh salad all the way to the pita it was all just a perfect dinner in Long Beach. Unfortunately this is the only picture I have because I was too busy enjoying everything they had to offer.

Published 6 months ago

This place is phenomenal. The depth of flavors that the chef is consistently able to provide is truly unmatched. Levantine cuisine has been highlighted in a way that can make you yearn for a place you've never been.

Published 3 months ago

It's such A beautiful restaurant in Long Beach CA! I love all details of decorations in side of this restaurant. Atmosphere, service and vibe are wonderful. A beautiful girl Mary was our service. Me and my friend enjoyed our time in this restaurant so much! Very tasty of all food and drink! Especially deserts!!! Lemon Olive oil cake was so good! Soft in the mouth, and lemon taste comes later. WOW WOW WOW! So fresh! We would love to try everything on the menu in the future🤭. There's a market section that all products are from Palestine🇵🇸❤️. I got spicy sauce. It's so good. Highly recommend!

Published 9 months ago

Great dining experience. We ordered from the dine LA menu, and we're not disappointed. From salad to dessert was really enjoyable. This was our 2nd visit and we enjoyed our visit definitely eating here again soon.

Published 8 months ago

This review is for my second time having takeout. First time was great so I was super psyched about introducing it to some friends. Unfortunately, it’s was very disappointing this time around. The food was barely warm and it shouldn’t be so cold already from the time it was ready to the time I was taking it out of the bag. Secondly I was missing my side items. The salad portion is outrageous, I think it was maybe half filled. For the price of these dishes, they need to do better. Only saving grace was their dessert which was still really good.

Published 3 months ago

Published 3 months ago

Ammatoli is very good, but the prices are ridiculous (only reason i'm deducting 1 star) , $12 for hummus (which is delicious) and most appetizers the same price. The Appetizers are actually the best tasting things at Ammatoli. I literally had the shawarma wrap with Fries + Hummus & their bread $45 , that is just too much for a quick lunch... why $6 for the bread?

Published 3 months ago

Just had a fabulous meal at AMMATOLI! Cameron, our server, offered excellent advice on everything from the wine to the shared desserts. Looking forward to our return visit. FofFF

Published 3 months ago

Good food and service, prices are a bit expensive tho

Published 3 months ago

The place is amazing. The servers, the quality of the food, everything was top notch and very high quality. However, the only thing I really dislike is the food portions compared to the price. Even though it’s high quality, the portions are pretty small. I would say it’s more appropriate for couples rather than families.

Published 3 months ago

Published 3 months ago

Great food! Beautiful ambience. Very friendly staff. I highly recommend this for a date night or a networking lunch.

Published 3 months ago

Amazing food, service and atmosphere! Fresh pitas, delicious dips/falafel/chicken shawarma wrap! We also ordered umm Ali which is a Levantine bread pudding for dessert which was delicious!
Would highly recommend this place.

Published 3 months ago

Delicious food that stands out. I enjoyed exploring the menu and look forward to returning to try more of their offerings. Decor is lovely and service was polite and courteous.

Published 3 months ago

This place is phenomenal. The depth of flavors that the chef is consistently able to provide is truly unmatched. Levantine cuisine has been highlighted in a way that can make you yearn for a place you've never been.

Published 3 months ago

Food was good not great and a bit pricey for what it was and the portion size. Despite the beautiful interior the ambience was awful due to being sandwiched between two families with crying children and small kids running around the table. Overall, the atmosphere was more fitting for a McDonalds.

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Amazing food! Will definitely try again! Service was wonderful and efficient.

Published 3 months ago

Great food, fantastic vibe and service.

I had the spicy hummus, labneh and the mujaddara - all dishes were fantastic!

I would recommend this to anyone looking for good middle-eastern food in Long Beach.

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Delightful and delicious. Everything we ordered was amazing. Loved the mezze sampler and the rotisserie chicken. Highly recommend visit

Published 3 months ago

The ambiance was beautiful. Being inside the restaurant felt like I was dining by the Mediterranean. Our server was helpfu and friendlyl. She inquired about any food allergies and made excellent recommendations that could accommodate everyone's preferences. The food was delicious. The pita bread was made fresh and I LOVE that they served the pita warm. You can tell it came right out of the oven. The hummus and grape leaves were delicious and full of flavor. I ordered something I've never tried before, the Ammatoli Moussaka. I'm so glad I did as it totally made this a great dining experience. It reminded me of a lasagna, but a much healthier version. They use layers of potato and eggplant instead of noodles. I would definitely recommend this dish. My friend liked the spicy garlic lemon chicken. And our other friend shared her gyro plate was good, but the gyro was a little dry. I definitely recommend trying this restaurant for a beautiful and delicious dining experience.

Published 3 months ago

My friends and I chose this restaurant for our Christmas gathering. Our recent visit to this restaurant, which came highly recommended by a trusted friend, turned out to be a profound disappointment. After our order had been served, we politely asked if she could snap a quick photo of our group from a second phone, only to be met with an exaggerated sigh. She then flatly refused and said "No I can't", and abruptly walked away, and we noticed her idly standing at the counter. Such dismissive conduct left us questioning why a simple request for a second photo—a mere few seconds of her time—would be deemed too difficult or inconvenient.

The situation worsened when we brought up our concerns as we settled the bill. Instead of offering any empathy or apology, Mary M talked back with an attitude, and responded rudely insisting she had already taken one picture and suggested we could have asked the receptionist or simply shared the existing shot. Her continued sarcasm and standoffish attitude made us feel like we were imposing on her, rather than simply enjoying a holiday meal with friends. Adding insult to injury, a fixed 22% tip was automatically added to our bill, which is understandable for large groups, yet felt wholly undeserved under such rude circumstances.

Although the food itself was notably good, this experience has left an indelibly negative impression on us. We fully expected the “best” restaurant, as touted by many, to deliver both exceptional cuisine and welcoming service. Regrettably, our first—and most likely our last—visit to this establishment was overshadowed by an unpleasant and unprofessional encounter. In light of this experience, I cannot in good conscience recommend this restaurant to others seeking not only good food but also a genuinely hospitable environment.

Published 3 months ago

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Great professional hostess. Great food.

Published 3 months ago

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I like the place. Highly recommended.

Published 3 months ago

Impeccable food and atmosphere! Served by Lilly

Published 4 months ago

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This restaurant is the best Arabic restaurant we have been to in Los Angeles. Their service is fantastic. The ambiance is beautiful and authentic, with a lot of attention to details. Very clean and organized. The appetizers and the bread were amazing and super tasty. The kebobs were very good but not excellent, highly recommended, it’s my new favorite please for Arabic food.

Published 4 months ago

It was really nice. Our table was great. The food was amazing. Thr mousaka wasn't too good, I think, but everything else was delicious. I'll try the lamb next time

Published 4 months ago

We made a reservation for four and showed up on time. They sat us down at a table. Granted we’re all mothers so one of us brought our child which we didn’t think was a big deal. The waitress made us get back up, wait back outside for another table that they promised us would take 5-10 minutes but took another 30. We drove here either from LA and south OC, and were starving. The poor kid was complaining about being hungry and we watched people come in and be seated. I asked to speak to the manager to atleast please offer something to compensate but the rude woman was firm that there was nothing they could do. Absolutely terrible customer service and I’m not coming here again.

Published 4 months ago

Don’t eat in a place that gives hate to people, we were outside this restaurant me and my mother how is Jewish and one of the workers how were outside start screams at us very aggressively, we were not even want to eat there, just passing by, when I when inside to complain that start laughing at my face

Published 4 months ago

Stopped here for lunch after reading recommendations. Ammatoli did not disappoint!

Published 4 months ago

Wow...bring your appetite

Published 4 months ago

Bad service from Christine, the manager

Published 4 months ago

Everything is amazing. Save room for the date cake!

Published 4 months ago

The worst customer service ever.
Visited this place last Saturday night on 11/23/2024 without a reservation. We were told that the waiting would be like 15 minutes which we were totally okay with. But we wouldn’t be seated even after 40 minutes of waiting, and even though there were empty seats at the bar and at the patio. So, asked for a manager to talk to, then the manager Christine asked us to exit! All we said was why they wouldn’t let us know that the waiting was getting delayed. Smh… It was SO impressive how customer service could be that obnoxious. I mean, the manager Christine.
The atmosphere looked good, though.

Published 4 months ago

I've never written a bad review but this was astonishing.

We were told by 2 sweet girls at the door the wait is 15-20 minutes. After 40 mins I asked them and they said 5 more minutes.
I then asked for the manager; without a smile or an apology she said I have to wait.
I told her why wouldn't you just tell me it could be up to 45min wait from the beginning so we would go find another place.

She said "that's it or EXIT the restaurant"!
She repeated this few more times.

I have never encountered such an unprofessional, rude, inconsiderate person in the service industry. And she won't give me her name.

I asked outside and I was told her name is Christine.

What a horrendous person to have mange a restaurant.

Published 4 months ago

vegan options available!

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Jennifer took excellent care of us! Amazing food. Really enjoyed finishing it off with coffee and baclava as well. Staff were very attentive of our table and made sure we were well hosted. Highly recommend!

Published 4 months ago

I travel around the world but this is the most delicious lamb chop I ever tasted. Chase who waited on us has been wonderful to talk to and recommended the best and most delicious food combination.

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The best food in the whole south bay

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Published 5 months ago

Great all around. Definitely recommend.

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Staff is very unprofessional! We were there 15 minutes before happy hour is over and we were told that we have to wait for our table just so that we don’t catch happy hour prices. After waiting for more than 15 minutes the manager came out to tell that we have to sit at the bar when there’s plenty of tables empty. We told her that we need a table so she told us that have to hurry up because they have reservations! I wish she would’ve told us that from the beginning instead of having us wait. I’m not even from LA and I’ve never experienced this treatment at any other restaurant

Published 5 months ago

Fresh powerful flavors.

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Overpriced “street meat” + zero parking; dry/burnt thigh meat will set you back 25 bucks for essentially a wannabe wet burrito [not authentic to the culture, whatsoever]. Such a massive disappointment.

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I have never once left a bad review. I’d give this place 0 stars if I could. Overpriced low quality middle eastern food. I’ll never make the mistake again of going to a middle-eastern restaurant just because of the decor. Unprofessional management and experience with the manager “Violetta”.

Published 5 months ago

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It’s expensive, it’s very expensive BUT, it’s amazing food. As a middle eastern this place can cook. Will we be coming here often? No. Will I come here to splurge and spend on good food and atmosphere then absolutely yes.

Published 5 months ago

We loved everything about this restaurant. From the appetizers to the Turkish coffee, to the decor and atmosphere. Our server, Lilly, made our dining experience special!

Published 5 months ago

Food was super delicious and the atmosphere was amazing. I got the Spicy Garlic Lemon Chicken and it was 10/10. I’ll definitely visit again soon.

Published 5 months ago

Absolutely delicious!! Love this place! So many great options, and the knefe dessert is a must try! Thank you see you soon!

Just went again tonight and loved everything we got!

Chicken and beef shawarma, the rice, hummus, fresh pita bread, garlic sauce, tahini, lemon chicken, batata harra,
And the knefe again! Incredible!!!

Also our server Chase was excellent thank you!!!

Update, we had another excellent dinner with friends who came for the first time! Palestinian chicken so delicious! Mini chicken and beef rolls also amazing!

Our server Lilly was a delight! Thank you as always and see you next time!

Published 5 months ago

Easily my favorite Mediterranean dining experience in the area. Highly recommended.

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A nice restaurant for gathering. Freshly made pita bread and unique dishes to go along with it. We will be back soon for the weekend brunch.

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Great service, teamwork with staff. Food was delicious

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Published 5 months ago

Crazy, ridiculous, flavorful life changing menu from our friends in the Middle East, no not the ones we arent allowed to criticize but the ones who introduced the world to exotic spices, monotheism, respect for human life and what devout faith looks like. The manager Dylan is awesome, friendly and runs a smooth operation with a staff that always smiles. I HIGHLY recommend Ammatoli when you crave Arabic food - it will change your life! Must try! Parking is a bit tough as it is in Long Beach but restaurant is clean, well decorated and advise you to schedule reservations. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Published 5 months ago

Menu was authentic..never had a Lebanese dish before, i enjoyed it.

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I recently had lunch at AMMATOLI in Long Beach, and I must say, it was a delightful experience! The ambience was absolutely stunning, and the flavors of the food were out of this world. Every bite was bursting with flavor, and the presentation was equally impressive. The music created a wonderful atmosphere, and the service was impeccable. Michael, our server, was incredibly attentive and friendly, and Violin, the event manager, went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect.

The only surprise came when I received the check. I ordered the Ammatoli Mixed Mashawi, which includes six different meat selections. I requested chicken kebab, kafta beef, steak kebab, and two lamb chops (with an additional $5 charge). Per the menu, the dish was priced at $46 online, but the total for this item came out to $129, which seemed quite unexpected. We were a party of four, and the total bill was $212 before tax. I had been considering hosting a party at the restaurant, but due to this pricing issue, I don’t think I can proceed with that. Additionally, I had informed them that it was my birthday and requested a nicer table setup, but unfortunately, they didn’t accommodate this, even though other tables remained empty during our stay.

Despite these issues, everything else was amazing. The Osmalieh ice cream was divine, the bread was fresh and warm, and the hummus was deliciously creamy. Although the rice was slightly undercooked, it still had great flavor, and the fried kibbeh mezze was simply spectacular.

Overall, I had a wonderful dining experience and would highly recommend AMMATOLI for anyone looking for authentic and flavorful Mediterranean cuisine in a beautiful setting.

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Published 5 months ago

Best food l have ever had in my life!
Everything was so PERFECT!
Went there for the fifth time!
Everything was DELICIOUS as usual!
Michael, and Lilly were great!

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Came here with my friend, who recommended the place. I was excited to visit because I lived in Amman for a few years growing up and love Middle Eastern food! The interior is tastefully designed with inspiration drawn from Chef Dima's experiences, and features furniture and decor straight from her family's possessions and her travels.

Our server was kind and helpful and sought out any answers to questions she wasn't sure how to respond to. The variety of food on the menu was decent. I loved seeing the warm, puffed out pita bread mezze arrive to other tables because I haven't seen pita served that way since the Middle East! My friend and I loved the grilled halloumi with watermelon, fried kibbeh, and ka'ak date cookies.

I docked one star each from Food and Service though because: (Food) the chicken from our shawarma dish was dry and flavorless, and the za'atar manoushe didn't have the full flavor of the za'atar as I was expecting; (Service) One of our dishes arrived and was simply placed on the corner of our table quickly without a word and without a look by another staff member as they were walking by talking to someone else. I'm used to that at fast-paced cafes but not at a restaurant like this.

Overall, nice atmosphere and I would go again, definitely during Ramadan when they serve mansaf, Jordan's national dish and my favorite!

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We had the best experience with Mason and we will definitely come back soon . I have never had A waiter be so attentive.

Published 5 months ago

A must visit. Objectively the best meal I ate in Southern California.

Published 5 months ago

Shout out to Dane our server, he was amazing! Took a little bit to find the parking lot C but it's just up ahead on the right from the restaurant and 2 hours free. Were sat down right away, server did take a little bit to arrive but it was pretty busy but once he came he was super helpful and friendly and made us feel really welcomed. It's a bit pricey but the food is very good.

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I cant say enough good things about my experience at Ammatoli. I had the Greek salad with Gyro and was impressed. Smaller portions but extremely high quality food with fast and phenomenal service from the wait staff. The only thing to be mindful of is if you go on Sunday you can only order from the brunch menu until 3pm so some selections may be different

Published 5 months ago

Have been here twice and highly recommend the falafel as an appetizer and warm knafeh for dessert. The best I’ve ever had, outstanding!

Published 5 months ago

This was the cutest restaurant and amazing food. The freshly made pita bread and hummus and chicken shawarma were delicious. And the desserts were heavenly!!

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We did a family style dinner for about 30 people and it was fantastic. From the ambiance, to the staff everything was fantastic. The selection of imported alcohol from various regions was a refreshing change and the roasted cauliflower is to die for. The rest of our dishes were also top notch. I can’t remember all of them but the lamb, the specialty pizzas, tabbouleh salad all the way to the pita it was all just a perfect dinner in Long Beach. Unfortunately this is the only picture I have because I was too busy enjoying everything they had to offer.

Published 6 months ago

I was in town on buisness and was giving this restaurant to try, I arrived and I asked to be seated at the bar,

The bartender was busy but luckely another waiter took my order. I asked for the lentil soup and lam chops with a medium well done.

My food took long to get there but both my soup and dinner was delivered at the same time. I told the food delivery guy and he said that is the way they do it. I started to eat my soup but my lamb chops were getting cold. I started to eat my lamb chops at the same time after several bites I notice they were cooked as medium rare not medium well. I told the waitress and see the red in the meat. She did say that the request was medium well. I ate what I. Old and then asked for my bill. When I gave her my credit card she said something was wrong with my card and called the manager. I was embarrassed and everyone was looking. The manager was able to enter my card with no problem.
By this time I was pussed and I told him my bad experience during dinner. He said there was nothing he could do since I had already finished my dinner and that he would talk with his staff.
Horrible support by manager and bad experience.

Published 6 months ago

Amazing food and service. Make sure to make reservations.

Published 6 months ago

Excellent mediterranean food

Published 6 months ago

Top notch food, service and cleanliness. Vegan offerings are on point. I could eat here every day.

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I had heard good things about this restaurant and drove all the way from San Diego with my family. As soon as the plates came we were very disappointed. My husband had come few times before the first year it opened and he was surprised with the size of the plates, the portions were literally half the size and the food wasn’t as delicious as before.
Its obvious that when they opened they wanted to get more traffic and hype so had made sure to have decent portions and for food to be top quality but now had went downhill after.
And to make things worse when the bill came we were surprised that they added 22% gratuity without giving us the choice of how much to put and counted us as “5 people” when we were 4 with a baby! That didnt eat! We left feeling gypped and still hungry and didnt enjoy food at all.

Published 6 months ago

This is my 3rd experience with Ammatoli and I have to say was very much below the standards that I was expecting after my earlier visits, especially since we drove from San Diego especially so my wife can try it.

To start, portions were definitely cut by half, if not more, while the prices were the same if not increased. Add to that, service was slow and at the end, I was sitting on a cleaned, emptied table waiting for my check for at least 10 minutes.

What kind of pushed me towards “i will not be coming here again” is that they add a 22% gratuity to the bill without telling us before hand that this applies to parties 5 & above, and the fact that the 5th person they counted is a 2 year old baby !! They must have thought he ordered a entree or something.

I used to rave about this place to anyone asking for a recommendation for the best ME food, unfortunately, never again.

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We come to Ammatoli at least once EVERY time we visit family in California each year.

I don’t know what happened in the last year but I have to say unfortunately the food has gone downhill.

Grape leaves - flat and mushy. Reference my photo from last year. They were nothing like that.

Muhamara - I took one bite and I knew it had come straight out of a fridge and had been sitting there; definitely not fresh.

Chicken kebab/kafta/ribeye - okay the whole lunacy of ordering the meat by itself baffled me. Last year we got chicken kebab with rice paired. Today we had to order it separately.

Chicken kebab - my wife always orders chicken well done. Today it was undercooked and my wife sent it back. The manager brings it after some time and says “I checked with the chef and it was well done but we cooked it more.” Alright if it was cooked properly we wouldn’t have sent it back so what the hell with the comment.

Kafta - flavor was fine but it was dry.

Ribeye - pungent beefy smell coming from it.

Very very disappointed and we both decided to call time on coming to Ammatoli again.

I am more than happy to pay premium for food but it has to reflect in its quality.

Such a pity.

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Authentic food with hand rolled pita bread! Great service!

Published 6 months ago

Beautiful decor, excellent service and great food.

Published 6 months ago

Everything was superb!!! Food was so goood! And the service was outstanding. Cameron was serving with passion and a big smile. He made sure we were very happy and was on top of everything. Going back soon!

Published 6 months ago

Delicious food. I absolutely love their beet salad!

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The Palestinian sea bass with rice is spectacular! The Lebanese Cabernet complimented the meal. The spices in the falafel and rice were extremely well done. Finally, the carrot cake was the best I've ever had.

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The place has an awesome vibe! 🤘 Came here around 2 pm on a Saturday with a reservation, which I'm glad we did because it was a little busy inside.

They had brunch, which I wasn't expecting but loved it! 😍

Ordered their Three Way Mezza, which includes 3 different options of what it says in their menu!
Ordered
Spicy Hummus 5/5
Falafel Mezza 5/5
Labneh 5/5
Also, great portions size! 👍

The bummer side was that we had to get the pita separately. :(

Ordered also their mini Shawarma Wrap Chicken 10/10 delicious! 😋
Mediterranean Fries 5/5

For the experience, you guys have to get there, Turkish Coffee 5/5!!! ☕

Overall, everything was awesome & delicious!
And shout out to our server, Emma!
Super sweet & patient with us while we ordered!

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Great service and delicious food. A bit on the pricey side but worth it.

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Published 7 months ago

Excellent customer service, food was delicious, the fresh pita bread was amazing, the tabbouleh 🤤🤤😋😋 delicious. First time visiting this place. I am definitely coming back

Published 7 months ago

Visited last week for lunch, I ordered the Greek salad with chicken. Salad was overly salty (note to chef: you don't need added salt with salty olives and feta) but the chicken was tender and flavorful. We experienced a small issue but the manager was very professional and helped to rectify the situation.

Published 7 months ago

Unfortunately I wasn't super hungry when I came here but all the food I tried was pretty solid! The spicy hummus was pretty good and their pitas are fresh and taste great.

Published 7 months ago

Took my brother and my family family for his birthday. Very disappointed. Quality of food is above average but the price increases are ridiculous. We had six people in our party and were forced to pay a 22% gratuity. My brothers order wasn’t available instead of telling us so he can switch options. They just brought an alternate dish to the table And we’re surprised he refused and wanted something different or what he originally ordered. We had to wait an extra 30 minutes for him to eat the rest the table he waited it ruined our night. Normal his meal would be comped, but there would be some credit towards the overall bill. We had to argue with the manager and the servers which really brought everything down. It was as if what we were asking for was outrageous, but considering the cost and the quality of the food and the level of this restaurant, we expected better service and treatment. I hate knocking a Middle Eastern restaurant and I thank you wish them the most success I will not return. Be mindful of the 22% forced gratuity. If you go to the party over five understand that this is a very overpriced and at best above average Middle Eastern food you’re really paying pay for the ambience. The manager and servers are rude and pretentious.

Published 7 months ago

This place has the best Mediterranean food I have tasted so far. Their hummus and pita bread are delicious.

Published 7 months ago

On the recommendation of a good friend we went to Ammatoli for dinner and we were not disappointed.

The food itself was excellent.

To start, we ordered a Triple Mezza for a bit of a sampler along with some Pita. We figured with the price we would get a single piece of Pita which would have been fine, but three pieces came and we were pleasantly surprised. The pita was freshly baked and delicious. As for the Mezza, we got some spicy hummus, falafel, and pickled items. It was also amazing.

For entrees we ordered the spicy lemon chicken and a chicken shawarma. Both of those were amazing with a delicious sauce and some of the best yogurt I've ever had.

Our server Peter was excellent and made sure we were catered to perfectly while giving menu recommendations. He told us we couldn't go wrong with anything on the menu, he was correct.

Highly recommend eating here.

Published 7 months ago

Good, pricey.

Published 7 months ago

Beautiful restaurant, wonderful food, amazing dessert. A must visit place when in Long Beach.

Published 7 months ago

Food was average. Muhamara was good. Portions were very small. We get charged $124 for the family dish and another $25 for the choices of skewers, which was never explained to us. The most outrageous is the bread charges, $30 for pita bread. Our bill for six people was $505.

All in all, this is a rip-off, and it will be our last visit

Published 7 months ago

Not recommending at all, chicken was soooo dry and gyro was totally cold and smelly ! Not at all fresh! The only good thing was pita bread !

Published 7 months ago

Easily the best Mediterranean food I've ever had.

Published 7 months ago

The hostess was very nice and got us set up for seating after a mixup. Our server twice said he'd be over. Came over eventually and asked if we were ready. We had never been there before. He was not helpful at all. Frankly, he was rude. Barely checked in. Had to ask more than once just to get ice. Didn't bring another item requested.

Anyway, the spicy half chicken was whatever. Not much flavor a bit dry just like the shawarma. The steak skewers were great. Flavorful. Tihini was strong and pretty tasty.

Water had no ice and while chilled was warm.

They put the meat on wrap bread, not pita. It gets soggy, of course. Other than that no bread or rice is served with most of the dishes except the chicken which is unheard of middle eastern restaurants especially at this price point.

Oh and they include a 22% gratuity for 5 people when from my experience in restaurants it's 6 people and 18% but how times have changed.

Overall, the service was terrible. I would only recommend the steak skewers and I would not return. If you get the server who has a long beard and no personality, I recommend leaving. Nowadays, servers want to take your order and disappear then demand a tip for doing glorified notetaking. I used to work in restaurants and it's only gotten worse. Would rather serve myself and do it right. And I am low maintenance.

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Went to have Lunch at Amatoli.
Sining room is charming and cozy.
Style of food is Levantine and Jordanian # think of a refined Middle Eastern cuisine. Food is serve beautifully. Taste profile is refined. Special house pita bread is delicious and made to order. We didn't get to try dessert since we were so full and content. Try Mezza ( like spanish tapas) i enjoy their labneh ( strained yogurt and silky hummus and refined falafel
. Try this restaurant when you are in long Beach. Use Public parking about 150 yard West of the restaurant since Road construction is always happening in that restaurant row.

Published 7 months ago

Unfortunately needed to cancel my booking through Open Table which referred me to the restaurant telephone number...which just leads to recordings that don't go anywhere. So I just got charged $60 for non attendance when i tried my hardest to give advance notice

Published 7 months ago

Wonderful selection of authentic dishes, lovely surroundings, and first-rate service.

Published 7 months ago

Published 7 months ago

We really enjoyed our experience at Ammatolj! The food was delicious and our server Michael was lovely :) Don’t miss the beets and labne or the chicken shawarma!

One note I have is that pita should be included when ordering mezze instead of added on with an additional charge.

Overall it was a great experience!

Published 7 months ago

One of the best Mediterranean restaurants in the states!

Published 7 months ago

AMMATOLI Levant Restaurant in Los Angeles Long Beach offers a culinary experience that is nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment I stepped in, I was greeted with warm hospitality and a cozy ambiance that set the tone for an unforgettable meal.

The menu is a delightful exploration of Mediterranean flavors, with each dish carefully crafted to showcase the richness of Levantine cuisine. I started with the mezze platter, which was a feast for both the eyes and the palate. The hummus was creamy and flavorful, the muhammara had a perfect smoky touch, and the falafel was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

For the main course, I opted for the beef shawarma and chicken, which were cooked to perfection--tender, juicy, and seasoned with a perfect blend of spices. And Musakhan was just perfect as well!

The service was impeccable throughout the evening. Our server Jasmine was attentive, knowledgeable, and made excellent recommendations. The passion for quality and authenticity was evident in every detail, from the presentation of the dishes to the selection of drinks.

Well done Chef Dima! this restaurant is a must-visit. I can't wait to return and explore more of their menu!

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Published 8 months ago

Flew in from Canada to meet up with my friend and was recommended this place, it was so good made my flight worth it

Published 8 months ago

Simply the best!! Beautiful restaurant with flavourful food! Highly recommend the falafel and fresh pita

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Lily was the best server! And the food was yummy

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The best meal I've had in a while. The flavors were amazing, the service was excellent. We particularly enjoyed the eggplant, beet labneh, and spicy lemon chicken. We went yesterday and are going back today so we can try dessert. Superb!

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When our fantastic server Mason asked me to consider leaving a review, I honestly couldn’t believe such an all-around fabulous restaurant needed one! The menu options are generous. The food is superb. The service is exceptional. The ambience lovely — low-key chic I’d say. Highly recommend you stop by if you love Mediterranean. Mason deserves a 30% raise. He’s one of the best servers I’ve encountered in a while at any restaurant in SoCal!

Published 8 months ago

Published 8 months ago

I had an incredibly disappointing experience at this restaurant today. After making a walk-in reservation at 2:15 p.m. and being assured of a table at 4:45 p.m., we arrived after waiting for 2.5 hours only to be told our reservation was abruptly canceled. The so-called manager, Violette, did nothing to address the situation and didn’t even apologize for ruining our afternoon. The lack of professionalism was astonishing—especially since there were several empty tables available, about 3/4 of the restaurant was unoccupied, yet we were refused seating. The manager clearly has no understanding of customer satisfaction. This was a ridiculous experience that completely ruined our Sunday evening, which was meant to be a special occasion for my guests. With a party of 8, this was not only frustrating but also incredibly inconvenient. I would not recommend this restaurant based on this experience.

Published 8 months ago

I rarely write reviews, but this restaurant left me no choice. We attempted to make a reservation for a large group, only to be met with a series of excuses and inefficiencies. After arriving, we were told repeatedly to wait, and hours later, we still hadn’t been seated. The staff was disorganized and seemed overwhelmed, making for an incredibly frustrating experience. In the end, we left without ever being seated. If you’re planning a group outing, avoid this place at all costs. Truly disappointing.

Published 8 months ago

I had a terrible experience at this restaurant. I tried to make a reservation for a large group, and they were completely unable to accommodate us. The staff was unhelpful and unorganized, and the entire process was frustrating from start to finish. I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone looking to dine with a group. Very disappointed.

Published 8 months ago

We walked in at 2pm to book a table for 8 people. The lady ironically promised us that we would have this in 3 hours. Then when we went back at 5pm, we were blamed for missing their call (no call from them was made) and were told we lost our table. This not only ruined our Sunday evening but also shocked us because once we called the manager we were faced with utter disregard. Forget being helpful ( Violita) or showing sympathy she was almost trying to get rid of us ( keep in mind we had kids with us). I would not recommend this place and this experience doesn’t even deserve a 0.

Published 8 months ago

Honestly I would give this place a negative - rating if I could. After a 3 hour wait they tell us that we have lost our 8 seat table because they allegedly called us even ( they did not). I would definitely not recommend this place for a local let alone one who is driving from an area far away. The manager has absolutely no power or authority at all. This experience was horrible and I don’t wish it upon anyone when there are so many more amazing places available!!!

Published 8 months ago

Beautiful atmosphere and wonderful service by everyone! Our server Pete was fantastic and charismatic. He guided us through each course which made for a magical evening of Lebanese delights. Best spot! Thanks Pete you’re the man!

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Just walked out of the restaurant!
They said it was a 10 minute wait for the empty bar, because they had no tables open in an empty restaurant. Ridiculous!

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Take out for us this time. As always, the portions are generous and the flavors are invigorating (especially those which are meant to be so). Challenging to appreciate why our medium rare requested meats were all in the very well done category. Had hoped their time in the foil tin (several kabobs and roasted veggies in there) would not Marshall the eating experience. I am sorry to say they were very tough and I think it’s just because their temperature was too high when they came off the grill.

Beet salad spectacular- hummus yummy and tabuleh bright and light. The shawarma was tasty and the falafel crunchy despite the ride home. 😋 we spent over $200 to feed five with leftovers for a lunch for one.

BEWARE - house made pita doesn’t leave the building. At least this time it wasn’t just a plastic bag of bread - they had warmed it.

Published 8 months ago

Michael was excellent! Garlic sauce was out of this world. All the food was perfect!

Published 8 months ago

Thoroughly enjoyed my second visit back - the food is phenomenal, the space is lively and appreciated that they were able to easily accommodate my celiac needs. Pete was an amazing host and look forward to returning!

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Very delicious food all items really. As an Arabic I would say it is the best in LA

Published 8 months ago

What a great restaurant with solid flavors and great vibes.

Navigating to Ammatoli isn't too bad. There is a parking structure close by on 3rd street that would be the recommended place to park at. Walking over to Ammatoli took less than fiveish minutes for me.

Coming into the restaurant, I was first struck by the gorgeous interior. It's a really beautiful restaurant with wonderful tiles; a bar; and large windows. We were seated and our server was great - regularly checking in on us and offered recommendations pretty easily. Here's what we ordered for lunch:

*Moussaka: I love a good moussaka and haven't had one in a while so was sold on this one. It was surprisingly bigger than I expected and solid - just well executed with nothing too overly fancy here. The unique element here was their bechamel sauce which I hadn't seen before in a moussaka and was delicious with a slight kick.

*Spicy hummus + fresh house pita: We were super tempted to go the three mezza course route but ended up getting pretty big entrees and focused in on the spicy hummus which the waitress suggested. She also suggested getting the fresh house pita (versus the free pita - maybe a bit older or not as fresh I assume?) The spicy hummus was solid with a nice little kick (and like most spicy hummus that I've at least had, not that spicy). The fresh house pita was gigantic and warm.

*Ammatoli health bowl: I think if I came back - I would definitely order this for myself. Loved that it was simple yet flavorful. The falafel was super delicious and the side of tabbouleh was great.

I also got the mint lemonade which wasn't bad and was very aesthetically pleasing. In the end, I could have done without it just as it was a little too sweet for my taste.

Would love to stop by again sooner than later!

Published 8 months ago

This place is beautiful and the food is incredible. We came at a busy time, but Jasmine was so sweet and helpful with choosing between all the great choices!

Published 8 months ago

The food was amazing! It tasted better than the food in Jordan. The bread was so fresh and very tasty. The presentation of the shawarmah wasn't great it came in an open pita rather than wrapped and sliced like it's done in Jordan. Everything was so full of flavor it was a great experience.

Published 8 months ago

Great dining experience. We ordered from the dine LA menu, and we're not disappointed. From salad to dessert was really enjoyable. This was our 2nd visit and we enjoyed our visit definitely eating here again soon.

Published 8 months ago

Had an amazing dinner here with a couple friends. The restaurant is beautiful and cozy. Our server Pete was attentive and knowledgeable and had great recommendations on wine and food. All the food was fantastic. Highly recommend going family style so you can try several dishes. The spicy hummus was my absolute favorite along with the homemade pita bread

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The server was nasty until near check time then she become soooo friendly. Reservations are useless because they seat you where it’s convenient for them. They smear a tiny amount of humus in bowls edges to be trendy and cheap. The food is so not worth mentioning. Long Beach has wonderful Mediterranean restaurants that are friendly and very high quality. Spend your money at these other fine restaurants

Published 8 months ago

10/10!!! Been wanting to try this spot for a while and it did not disappoint. Everything was incredible, especially the desserts. Can’t wait to go back and love that it’s a Palestinian restaurant 🤍🤍🤍

Published 8 months ago

Best middle Easter place I have ever been to in the US.

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Mario was our waiter and at first he was great and after taking our order, we never heard from him again. Never came to check on us, our drinks sat empty nearly an hour before finally another waiter came over and asked. Other than that, the food and ambience was excellent. Unfortunately it’s the poor service I’ll remember and overall rate.

Published 8 months ago

Easily one of the best restaurants in the United States. Everything from the appetizers, to the main course, desserts, and tea are perfect. It’s always very painful to watch people not order family style, so WHEN (not if) you go—order and enjoy as a family! Oh, the kibbeh and Palestinian Mashkhan are a must.

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This place truly is a 5 star experience with 5 star food. I came here my first time solo and sat at the bar with the delightful bartender (Mason I believe) assisting me. It was so good I came back with three more friends just the other night.
It was the very definition of breaking bread with family. We shared, we literally passed each dish in a circle to try, we got a variety of appetizers, drinks, entrees, and omg the desserts. Everything was incredible. I honestly don’t know if there’s any One thing I could recommend, all of it left us giggling in pain with how full we were. Worth every bite. Such a nice atmosphere for a solo trip at the bar, a date with your hunny, or a group of people. Really can’t go wrong.

Published 8 months ago

OVERPRICED! The Brunch Beef Shawarma was ridiculously expensive for what was served on the bowl. So was the tiny handful of French fries. I don’t understand why they made people wait 20/30 minutes while most of the tables were empty and no one used them even after we sat. The service was LITERALLY POOR outside in the terrace! A refill drink that has not been refilled, and the only interaction with the waiter was when he took the order and when he brought the check ( Then he smiled of course because he expected a tip!). First and last time visiting this restaurant 👎🏼. (See picture of what you get for 51$!)

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Definitely the best Mediterranean food in the United States.I grew up in Jordan, and can confirm this is the most authentic food. Tastes like home, even better than restaurants in amman. So well made, down to every detail. The ambiance is simply amazing. You can tell the chef put so much effort into the details from the place to the food. 10/10

Published 8 months ago

We’ve came here from LA and it’s worth it ! The dishes are so good but the restroom without ‘shattaf’ arab guests needs water this is was disappointing

Published 9 months ago

Very cool spot food is spot on, atmosphere is nice lighting is good

Published 9 months ago

Excellent food and service, definitely recommend the lamb chops, they were perfectly cooked and the rice was very tasty as well. Would also recommend the spicy potatoes and falafel for appetizers.

Published 9 months ago

I will definitely come back!

Published 9 months ago

It's such A beautiful restaurant in Long Beach CA! I love all details of decorations in side of this restaurant. Atmosphere, service and vibe are wonderful. A beautiful girl Mary was our service. Me and my friend enjoyed our time in this restaurant so much! Very tasty of all food and drink! Especially deserts!!! Lemon Olive oil cake was so good! Soft in the mouth, and lemon taste comes later. WOW WOW WOW! So fresh! We would love to try everything on the menu in the future🤭. There's a market section that all products are from Palestine🇵🇸❤️. I got spicy sauce. It's so good. Highly recommend!

Published 9 months ago

Totally blown away by the exceptional service from our waiter, Dane. His knowledge of the food and wine made being adventurous with the menu fun as we tried many new items. This included a Lebanese wine, which was our first. Thank you to the whole staff. We look forward to returning the next time we are in Long Beach.

Published 9 months ago

I’ve been to this restaurant numerous times and it’s one of my favorite places to meet for lunch. Always busy (make a reservation), always fresh, always great service. Try the Date Cake for desert.

Published 9 months ago

Babaganoush was delicious. We had a party of six and shared a feast. It was plenty of food.

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My husband stumbled upon Ammatoli and wow the food and ambience are incredible. Our waiter Chase was genuinely kind and knowledgeable about every item on the menu as well as with the wine list. Although they don’t serve cocktails they have a great wine selection. My husband ordered the Palestinian chicken with a side of the spicy lemon garlic sauce. It was suggested he order it that way and it was delicious. I ordered the lamb chops and I didn’t have a single bite left on my plate. For dessert we indulged in the date cake and the lemon olive oil cake. Both were delicious but the date cake was the star. We look forward to returning. Thank you again to Chase for a wonderful dining experience!

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Amazing ambiance and food.

Published 9 months ago

We had the six-way mezza and every bite was exceptional. We all enjoyed our entrees as well, and our server, Pete, made the experience even better.

Published 9 months ago

Excellent food! Lovely decor and staff was extremely attentive. Loved the experience.

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Delicious! Beat hummus highly recommended

Published 9 months ago

**Review Related to Service Only**

I want to share my disappointing experience at Ammatoli, a place my wife and I have supported since it opened. We've been loyal customers, dining in and ordering takeout regularly. However, our recent Dinner visit left us feeling disheartened.

Firstly, my wife's food arrived 15 minutes before mine, which started things off on the wrong foot. As we tried to enjoy our $200 meal and wine bottle, we felt rushed to leave throughout the evening. Even being asked if we needed to cork our wine after 30 mins of opening and only half a glass in. One staff member even made a comment about us still being there, implying we were overstaying our welcome as he was helping clean up the table next to us with our server.

Then, a "new" manager approached us and asked us how the food was and initiated small talk only for the motive of asking us, after 1.5 hours, to move to a couch because they needed our table. It was incredibly unprofessional and totally inconsiderate. When asking our waiter about why we were being moved, I was told that they are trying out "new manager techniques" which is okay but you should be letter us know in advance that there is a time limit so we would make the appropriate choices on what to order and how much.

The manager's excuse about needing to "make room" for other customers was disappointing. What bothered us most was the lack of any apology or attempt to make things right. I even attempted to bring up the issue to another manager (Bald Man), but with an utter lack of customer service, didn't bother to offer an apology, but in fact justified the actions of the other manager and said that it's their policy and supported the action of us being booted out of our table. He clear did not give one care to listen to the customer and did not possessed the skill set or demeanor to de-escalate the situation. If you are going to kick someone off their table, please let the customer know before hand about your timing policy. Despite loving the food, the poor service and treatment has made us decide to not ever come back. When a restaurant prioritizes turning tables over customer satisfaction, it's a real letdown for loyal customers like us.

Published 9 months ago

Came in here for dinner last minute and walked away super impressed! Thank you Pete for the great service

Published 9 months ago