Falafel Chee is a tiny Iraqi-style falafel stand that operates out of West LA International Market in Culver City.

Sasoun Market has a diverse and tremendous selection of produce, along with excellent housemade hummus and muhammara.

Sahara Falafel in Anaheim serves excellent on-the-go shawarma and falafel wraps.

Furn Saj Bakery is a Lebanese bakery in Granada Hills with some of the best shawarma you’ll find anywhere in Los Angeles.

Open Sesame is a restaurant in La Brea with traditional Lebanese food and a low corkage fee.

Ojai Rotie’s patio and excellent chicken platters make it the perfect downtown Lebanese spot.

Sunnin, a classic Lebanese spot in Westwood, serves some of the best shawarma in town.

Carnival is a solid Lebanese restaurant in Sherman Oaks where the people-watching is the main event.

Hayat’s is a Lebanese restaurant in North Hollywood ideal for a quick solo lunch.

Charcoal Grill is a kosher Israeli restaurant in Beverly Grove that serves great grilled meats.

Hasiba is a hummus restaurant in Pico-Robertson that doesn’t feel like it was created by an algorithm.

Joe’s Falafel in Universal City is a great Middle Eastern spot.

Bavel is one of LA’s most exciting restaurants, and this Middle Eastern spot in the Arts District will have you planning a return visit immediately.

So.pa is a beautiful all-day, completely outdoor Middle Eastern spot, great for a date night in Palm Springs.

Tarzana Armenian Deli is a family-run spot in the Valley that’s home to some excellent pita wraps.

Elena’s is a no-frills, family-run Greek/Armenian restaurant in Glendale and your move for lentil soup on a cold day.