Bavel

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500 Mateo St
Los Angeles, CA 90013
Bavel, in Downtown Los Angeles’ Arts District, is a Middle Eastern restaurant from Chefs Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis. With family roots in Israel, Morocco, Turkey, and Egypt, Ori and Genevieve have always wanted to open a restaurant that showcases the cuisines of their family lineages, bringing together the flavors and dishes they grew up with.

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Fatima D.
1/12/2026

This place was on my list for a long time and finally decided to try it for our wedding anniversary dinner.. the interior and decor isn't very flattering and you start thinking if it was the right...

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Ryna D.
1/8/2026

We had a wonderful dinner date here recently and very much enjoyed the meal. The lamb neck shawarma was surely the showstopper, if you will. It arrives at the table with some fanfare and certainly...

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Aimee L.
1/6/2026

If Bavel has no fans I am no longer alive! Genuinely so delicious with flavors I didn't know existed. My friends and I ordered several dishes to share, including: Oyster Mushroom: This was crazy...

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Nia B.
1/1/2026

Came to Bavel to celebrate a birthday and honestly had such a great experience. The space is beautiful -- & lively, perfect for a special night without feeling too formal. The host was super kind...

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Tareq B.
12/31/2025

This is an overhyped, Middle Eastern restaurant, but grossly overpriced with small portions. There's a nearby parking however the area looks a little shady so I had to pay $20 for my truck to get...

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