You will never look at a falafel the same way again after dining at this nondescript Israeli spot in West Los Angeles. Mention Habayit and someone will inevitably point out that it's the only kosher restaurant west of the 405. The crack in the wall Habayit is a tiny, Israeli style restaurant situated in a small, outdoor mini mall.
The place is really small inside which makes it a little stuffy. Its a home style restaurant with the home style cooking and atmosphere. Habayit Restaurant offers the best Kosher Jewish, Mediterranean, and American-Israeli food in all of Los Angeles. Our family owned and operated restaurant serves all the favorites such as baba ganoush (eggplant with tehina), falafel, schwarma, and grilled schnitzel.
The place is really small inside which makes it a little stuffy. Its a home style restaurant with the home style cooking and atmosphere. Habayit Restaurant offers the best Kosher Jewish, Mediterranean, and American-Israeli food in all of Los Angeles. Our family owned and operated restaurant serves all the favorites such as baba ganoush (eggplant with tehina), falafel, schwarma, and grilled schnitzel.
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Habayit Restaurant offers the best Kosher Jewish, Mediterranean, and American-Israeli food in all of Los Angeles. Our family owned and operated restaurant serves all the favorites such as baba ganoush (eggplant with tehina), falafel, schwarma, and grilled schnitzel. We even make a great steak. Come in today to experience the joys of our food for yourself.
All catering orders (except Vegetarian packages) come with an assortment of appetizers, two entrees, and a side. Vegetarian orders consist of Falafel Balls and a variety of salads. You can also add-on soups, desserts, and beverages at additional cost. Pricing of your catering package varies according to the number of people in your order.
Call 310 479-7173 for dine-in, home delivery and takeaway from the best Kosher restaurant in Santa Monica / West Los Angeles. Our catering and takeaway customers already know the joy of eating our quality American-Israeli cuisine in the comfort of their home or office. To enjoy mouth watering falafel, the perfect schnitzel, a tasty kebab, or any of your Habayit favorites at home or work give us a call at 310 479-7173.
Reviews (24)
Katherine N.
Jan 13, 2022
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Pete R.
Dec 15, 2021
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Roberta M.
Nov 18, 2021
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I'm only giving it four stars cuz I only ordered Matzo ball soup. The soup itself was delicious. Not salty, not greasy, very flavorful with dill and veggies. The matzo ball itself was in a separate container as it should be. It came with a pita which was also homemade and the real deal! I'll be back for sure. The name means 'home' and it is a perfect description of the food I had
Brian W.
Oct 19, 2021
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Their location off an unassuming area of Pico Blvd., in a sleepy strip mall, is still unassuming.
The food on repeat visits tho... hasn't matched up to the first visit's mind-blowingly good beef kebab. In particular the grill combo plate was pricey and decidedly underwhelming.
Consistency is the hallmark that's difficult to achieve for a lot of places, and as superb as Habayit is capable of being, they aren't always on their A-game.
3.5 stars, but I will round up.
The food on repeat visits tho... hasn't matched up to the first visit's mind-blowingly good beef kebab. In particular the grill combo plate was pricey and decidedly underwhelming.
Consistency is the hallmark that's difficult to achieve for a lot of places, and as superb as Habayit is capable of being, they aren't always on their A-game.
3.5 stars, but I will round up.
Kristie Parker
Sep 10, 2021
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Paul W.
Aug 22, 2021
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This used to be a staple lunch option when I was working at the office nearby. Have supported them through Covid ordering take out/delivery. Recently have noticed the quality and quantity included ... hoping is just a glitch in the matrix, as is usually fantastic. The falafel is fantastic - full of flavor and cooked to perfection; never dry.
If you don't mind some heat, load up on their green chillie sauce!!!
If you don't mind some heat, load up on their green chillie sauce!!!
O. P.
Jun 28, 2021
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Marlon Ali
Jun 21, 2021
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E. H.
Jun 09, 2021
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Fabulous falafel plate - all of the essentials and nothing you don't need. Delicious falafel, fresh pita, generous amounts of hummus and tahini, and israeli salad. Matzoh ball soup was great and can be made vegetarian if you order the vegetable soup and matzoh ball separately. All in all a 10 out of 10 in terms of portion size, freshness, flavor, and value!
Ian Pitts
May 17, 2021
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Jonathon Mann
Apr 14, 2021
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Sol L.
Apr 03, 2021
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Johaira Michelle
Mar 25, 2021
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Katherine G.
Mar 10, 2021
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I have been coming here for six years, and this is hands down the best Israeli food around. Matza ball soup, falafel, schnitzel, and meatballs are all some of my favorites. The quality is incredible, and it's never been compromised. They do catering, and one of my Jewish friends uses them for all her parties ( at least the ones she used to have before Covid).
Please support this mom and pop small business and order pickup!
Please support this mom and pop small business and order pickup!
N. Almonds
Feb 21, 2021
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Brian M.
Jan 08, 2021
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I discovered Habayit during my COVID walks. I'm a big fan of felafels and I have to tell you these are arguably the best I've ever had!!crunchy. Tasty. Great hummus. Some green herbaceous and very spicy condiment that is SO GOOD!!!! They are just getting by so do yourself AND THEM a favor, go get takeout!! You'll be SO happy you did!! I'm going today for lunch! Third time this month...... and it's only the 8th!!
Tinker R.
Jan 01, 2021
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Devang S.
Dec 27, 2020
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Having tried the majority of mediterranean food on the Westside, Habayit is my #1 choice for sandwiches (goodbye Bay Cities).
The falafel sandwich is a well executed classic. Everything tastes so fresh I would have thought they had a garden in the back. As someone who is picky about falafel, Habayit does it right. The outside has the right crispness while the inside tastes fresh - not dry at all.
For an adventurous vegetarian option, I recommend the Sabih which is a mixed of hard boiled eggs, fried eggplant, hummus and veggies. A light yet energizing option that hits the spot.
I always opt
The falafel sandwich is a well executed classic. Everything tastes so fresh I would have thought they had a garden in the back. As someone who is picky about falafel, Habayit does it right. The outside has the right crispness while the inside tastes fresh - not dry at all.
For an adventurous vegetarian option, I recommend the Sabih which is a mixed of hard boiled eggs, fried eggplant, hummus and veggies. A light yet energizing option that hits the spot.
I always opt
Gilu J.
Dec 17, 2020
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Natasha C.
Oct 31, 2020
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Ken S.
Jan 18, 2020
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Service Hamish !
Food DELICIOUS!
Eat here.
Done..
I had the Israeli Salad, Turkey Shawarma Plate, Hummos and took the spicy vegetable Salad to go.
Shawarma plate at sautéed potatoes like my mother and Hungarian aunts all made. Everything was so good!
And the pita...not baked on site but served grilled hot. Wow!
I will definitely be back!
Food DELICIOUS!
Eat here.
Done..
I had the Israeli Salad, Turkey Shawarma Plate, Hummos and took the spicy vegetable Salad to go.
Shawarma plate at sautéed potatoes like my mother and Hungarian aunts all made. Everything was so good!
And the pita...not baked on site but served grilled hot. Wow!
I will definitely be back!
Lisa Penland
Nov 07, 2019
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Chris I.
Sep 06, 2019
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Service- Decent but that's about as much as I can say about it.
The Place- pretty small and they did not have the air conditioning on the day I was there and it was pretty hot.
Food- I had the Combination Salad and it was pretty good.
Parking- Can be challenging as the parking lot is small and shares with other businesses. I have to find parking in the neighborhood and walk over.
The Place- pretty small and they did not have the air conditioning on the day I was there and it was pretty hot.
Food- I had the Combination Salad and it was pretty good.
Parking- Can be challenging as the parking lot is small and shares with other businesses. I have to find parking in the neighborhood and walk over.
Harel M.
Aug 19, 2019
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This. Place. Is. Awesome.
Looking for authentic, fresh, tasty Israeli food anywhere in the West LA, Santa Monica area, this is you home (Bayit).
In search of great authentic Mediterranean, which has been scarce in our home area, We drove up to give this place a shot and man, they did not disappoint! From the Great Matzo Ball soup, the light and tasty falafel and Sabih, it was just perfect. With the biggest win of all being the Authentic, thick and warm pitas, that can hold on the this food, unlike the common thin "pita" found in so many other "Mediterranean" places, which fall
Looking for authentic, fresh, tasty Israeli food anywhere in the West LA, Santa Monica area, this is you home (Bayit).
In search of great authentic Mediterranean, which has been scarce in our home area, We drove up to give this place a shot and man, they did not disappoint! From the Great Matzo Ball soup, the light and tasty falafel and Sabih, it was just perfect. With the biggest win of all being the Authentic, thick and warm pitas, that can hold on the this food, unlike the common thin "pita" found in so many other "Mediterranean" places, which fall
