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Open Sesame Grill in Long Beach

4.6 (199) 5215 2nd St, Long Beach, CA 90803, United States

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Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California, US

Phone: +1 562-621-1698
Site: http://opensesamegrill.com/

Opening hours

Monday:11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday:11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday:11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday:11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Friday:11:30 AM–10:30 PM
Saturday:11:30 AM–10:30 PM
Sunday:11:30 AM–9:30 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.6

199 Reviews for Open Sesame Grill 2024:

Review №1

2023-11-23 07:25:37

The meats like the steak, filet mignon and lamb were very bland and under seasoned. On top of this, my medium rare steak was more on the medium well side. Our service was pretty good and the ambience was nice, especially the outdoor seating. The rice, salad and hummus is good, just disappointed that our main courses badly missed the mark. We also spent close to $30 per plate.

Review №2

2023-11-11 17:30:55

Ordered Vegan entree and chicken tawook. Falafel in the vegan entree was really good. Salads have a stronger flavor than the regular Mediterranean cusisine I had before. Grape leaves could the reason, authentic to Lebanese Cuisine maybe ? Went on a weekday and was able to find free street parking. Great ambience of the restaurant.

Review №3

2023-07-29 01:10:09

My atmosphere rating is for the sidewalk tables. What a lovely afternoon in Long Beach! My leisurely lunch started with friendly and efficient service from the person at the front podium. She continued to help guests and passers-by in a kind manner during the two hours I stayed for lunch. The spicy vegetable soup was harira, but blended. Very interesting! The recommended flatbread was okay. The cheese and tomatoes were not attached to the bread. So it reminded me of bruschetta. The recommended Palestinian red wine was just okay. I switched to something else for the second glass.

Review №4

2023-06-07 03:29:53

May 2023- My second time visiting in the last 6 months and the service was better this time. Baba Ghanouj and our other dishes were delicious. They have indoor and outdoor seating which is great for people watching! Take a stroll along 2nd Street after dinner and get an ice cream or other dessert from one of the shops along the way. ❤️ LB

Review №5

2023-07-10 03:24:10

Title: A Taste of Lebanese Magic at Open Sesame!Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Review:Open Sesame Lebanese Restaurant has truly captured the essence of Lebanese cuisine, and their Saturday special, the Kabssa, is an absolute masterpiece that will transport your taste buds to a world of flavor and delight.The moment you step into Open Sesame, you are greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere, reminiscent of the vibrant streets of Lebanon. The staff is friendly, attentive, and eager to guide you through their menu, ensuring a memorable dining experience.Now, lets talk about the star of the show – the Kabssa. This dish is a true labor of love, as the lamb shank is braised for five hours over a low flame, resulting in tender, succulent meat that practically melts in your mouth. The combination of tomatoes, spices, and herbs creates a symphony of flavors that is both comforting and exotic.Served over a bed of fragrant basmati rice cooked with green bell peppers, onions, carrots, and raisins, the Kabssa is a delightful medley of textures and aromas. Each spoonful is a journey through layers of perfectly balanced flavors, leaving you craving more with every bite.To add a touch of decadence, the Kabssa is sprinkled with pine nut and almond slivers, providing a delightful crunch and a burst of nutty goodness. The combination of the tender lamb, aromatic rice, and the nutty topping is simply divine.If youre looking to explore more of Open Sesames offerings, I highly recommend trying their Open Sesame Combo. This platter is a feast for the senses, featuring a delightful selection of traditional Lebanese dishes. From creamy hummus and smoky baba ghanoush to tangy tabbouleh and flavorful falafel, each component is expertly crafted and bursting with authentic flavors.Open Sesames commitment to quality and authenticity is evident in every dish they serve. The attention to detail in both presentation and taste is remarkable, and its clear that the chefs take great pride in showcasing the best of Lebanese cuisine.In addition to the outstanding food, Open Sesame offers a welcoming and comfortable ambiance, perfect for enjoying a leisurely meal with friends and family. The prices are reasonable, considering the generous portions and the high quality of ingredients used.In conclusion, Open Sesame Lebanese Restaurant is a hidden gem that deserves to be discovered. The Kabssa, with its tender lamb, aromatic rice, and flavorful spices, is a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving more. Whether youre a fan of Lebanese cuisine or simply looking for a unique dining experience, Open Sesame is a must-visit. Prepare to be enchanted by the flavors of Lebanon and the warm hospitality of the staff. Trust me, you wont be disappointed!

Review №6

2023-05-30 01:45:25

Lebanes food is one missing gem from Mediterranean cuisine. This place is one must try if you are a fan of beef shawarma or sumac flavor. Everything We ordered are delicious and not over seasoned nor spicy which made them children Friendly.

Review №7

2023-07-03 18:23:00

Trendy spot good eats & cocktails. The staff are friendly & consistently check up on how youre doing, so tip generously. The prices are great as well. Its very loud with conversations so the only activity I wouldnt recommend is attending Open Sesame on a getting to know you first date, but maybe stop in for a cocktail on your way to a quieter venue. I loved it.

Review №8

2023-07-15 03:18:47

Parking can be tricky, but its SO worth it! This was our first taste of Mediterranean food, and we LOVED it! The atmosphere is perfect, the flavor combinations were so delicious, and the staff were wonderful! Our server was so gracious to help us understand and try all of the items we were interested in! It was an absolutely amazing experience, and if we are ever back in Long Beach, we will absolutely stop in again!! Thank you, Open Sesame, for a great experience for our little tourist family!!

Review №9

2023-11-27 22:37:59

Great food, great service.Update from recent visit - we still really enjoy going here for dinner. It’s in a great location in Long Beach and it’s nice to walk around before you actually sit down for dinner. The overall atmosphere at the restaurant and also the area was really great, an easy 5 stars.We ordered a large number of appetizers. And a Zataar Pizza. Most dishes were between good and great, so I would say 4 stars. The spicy hummus was just good, the cauliflower and potatoes were great and the labneh and the garlic sauce were absolutely amazing. Other dishes were generally good too.Service wasn’t great. The servers were very nice and friendly but the food just didn’t seem to come out. We waited forever for many of the appetizers. Drink took too long to come. Things came out in random orders - the sauces were out but the corresponding dishes weren’t and so on. Eventually we cancelled a few of the dishes and went on to get dessert. So I’d say 3 stars is appropriate. Maybe it was just a busy day, although there wasn’t a significant waiting for being seated. Or maybe they were just short staffed this time.I would go again, since we have been there before and enjoyed the service as well.

Review №10

2023-06-05 16:10:32

Went here with some friends for an early dinner. Food was very good along with great service. Ordered mostly appetizers but was very filling. Not sure what was ordered because my friend ordered for us. Would like to visit again if in the neighborhood.

Review №11

2023-01-10 14:25:00

Food quality is the best. Expect wait time on busy days. Associates are nice and once you get the table, service time is good. Space is kinda crunchy, but ambiance is nice. Can surely recommend it. Parking needs to be along streets.Food and quality 4.5/5Cleanliness 3.4/5Service 4/5Value for money 3.5/5

Review №12

2023-06-02 04:02:59

Absolutely loved our experience at Open Sesame! Stumbled upon it after a beach day on Memorial Day and couldnt resist how good all the plates looked and smelled. A lot of reviews highlighted the wait, but we were fortunate enough to stop in right after 4pm so after lunch but before dinner and were seated immediately. Everything was delicious, we got the chicken tawook with rice and it was phenomenal! The hummus and garlic dip was vibrantly flavorful in the best way, and we both enjoyed our salads. Im greatly looking forward to our next visit in the near future!

Review №13

2023-03-05 04:55:27

Service tonight was Very good!! They were attentive without being bothersome. Food was delicious, and lamb was extremely tender & and tasty, Steak was tender & delicious, chicken was seasoned just right!! Everything was well prepared & delicious 😋. I would recommend eating here.

Review №14

2023-11-29 18:33:37

Great place, good service, and delicious food. I will visit again for sure. They have Vegan option.

Review №15

2023-04-30 14:33:07

Excellent Lebanese food with great service. The appetizers were all freshly made and the open sesame plate was delicious. The cheesecake is Fabulous. We tried a white Lebanese wine and it was outstanding. Highly recommended.

Review №16

2023-05-28 02:21:16

This was an absolutely amazing restaurant to visit. It came recommended from a friend that lives more than a thousand miles away from this restaurant and I have to say I was very pleased that they recommended it. If I have a chance to visit again I will absolutely give it a try for more than one time. If you go here and you are vegetarian, you will find many options available for you.

Review №17

2023-04-14 00:46:59

Would say this is definitely a great place. I order the GRILLED HALLOUMI CHEESE & WATERMELON and YOGURT CUCUMBER DIP, both really great appetizers. For entree I had OPEN SESAME COMBO, but didnt love the chicken kafta..too dry. Def recommended. We sat on the side of to go orders so there were people constantly coming in a out, so it was a bit annoying.

Review №18

2023-06-08 19:48:02

Went here for dinner on a Friday night. We waited about 45 minutes to be seated- I would suggest adding yourself on the waitlist through Yelp. My boyfriend is Lebanese and he approves of this place. Very authentic and delicious. We had this bottle of wine from a Lebanese winery and it was the perfect compliment to our meal.

Review №19

2022-03-01 05:33:12

Came here on a busy Saturday night, family of 5 was seated right away. Had a great booth table. This place gets busy on weekends but the staff is so efficient you dont feel it. Friendly staff. Waiter was kind and patient as we had no idea what to order. Got the platter that feeds 5-6 people, still had good leftovers for the next day. It was a great way to sample everything being our first time. Favorite was the kofta, so juicy and not dry at all. Service was so fast. Had dessert of cheesecake and Turkish coffee. If you have kids with you they might want to try the fresh coconut water. They cut the coconut in house and serve it with a straw. Zabiha/Halal meat. Will be back again. Nice family dinner out.

Review №20

2022-07-26 05:43:28

I visited on a Saturday afternoon. its ok. I would visit again to try a different dish. the lamb was really tender and I enjoyed the halloumi cheese with watermelon! that was my first time having that cheese. it was really busy. my server was kind and attentive, though. there was outdoor seating as well as indoor. family oriented. also intimate enough for a date. cozy enough for lone dining. the ambiance was really nice. decent prices. I recommend it.

Review №21

2023-12-04 22:59:18

Love coming here from Huntington Beach.Visit this delicious restaurant 3 times a month.The service is fantastic.. Chloe, Carley and Hannah are our favorite servers.Cauliflower is a number 1 choice as well as the Labne .A must is the skewer plate and the beef swarma.Oh and the garlic sauce is to die for.

Review №22

2022-12-22 04:56:29

Absolutely delicious! Nice ambiance and decor.Tabbouleh was on point! Even good old boring rice was memorable! Although it was busy but food came really quick!I just wish Emma’s our server was friendlier and treated us bette, he was angry and rushing but we still had a great time!

Review №23

2023-10-12 04:09:16

Excellent food 😋 and great service! Looking forward to coming back again and again!

Review №24

2023-02-21 07:01:00

Some of the best to tabbouleh and baba ghanoush I’ve ever had! Everything on the menu is fire, you really can’t go wrong. I devoured a chicken shawarma, while my friends raved about the lamb chops. And definitely don’t sleep on the desert. Our server, Maddy, was amazing and orchestrated the perfect night! One of my favorite places.

Review №25

2023-11-22 19:41:11

Lunch for 2 had us at $80. I got the vegan entree which was a good deal and I like that the pita and tahini sauce is included. If they included potatoes and garlic this would be an ultimate vegan experience. The only complaint I have is that the falafel is way too crispy. Like you had a solid 3 cm crispy coating before you bite into the softer interior.

Review №26

2019-04-17 22:22:14

This was my first time having Lebanese food of any kind. We went here because my gf loves this kind of food and I was anxious to try it. I was very pleasantly surprised! I ordered the beef kabob over rice with salad and hummus. It was very good! The beef wasn’t the best quality but it was tasty and cooked well. The atmosphere in this place is very nice also. They do a lot with not a lot of space. A little on the pricey side, but not too bad.

Review №27

2023-02-22 21:39:35

Delicious food and drinks. The chicken tawook was tender and marinated to perfection. Welcoming ambience. Our waitress was friendly and warm hearted. We felt so welcomed to be there. Everyone was super pleased with their food. The dessert was yummy!

Review №28

2023-08-17 00:53:53

The food was good. The customer service was excellent. The staff were happy and we got positive energy from them. You can park in the street. The only down side were the tables which were old and it did not have good quality. They had lots of tables and I liked the arts in the place. The restrooms can be cleaner and I wish they had no touch faucets.

Review №29

2023-07-09 18:40:46

As a super taster and picky diner, Id go to this place over any establishment on this street, if I lived nearby there. I prefer the decorated side of the restaurant (not the tables side in the corner) Its on the pricey side if you want to try one of the best Mediterranean foods there is and Turkish coffee ☕️ is great 👍🏻 even but come for a treat with girls night out or date or just by yourself & sit on the bar and get the full view too. Definitely 💯 worth it a try. Cant say for other entrees/dishes, as I usually only get lamb👍🏻

Review №30

2022-10-29 05:14:11

We knew the food was going to be good when we saw one million people waiting in line... So we got in line too... best decision of the night. Everything about the place was nice... The music in the background tied the entire experience together. The hostess and wait staff worked to make sure we had everything we needed. Yay Kevin!!! The food was amazing. Everything was fresh and cooked well. I decide what my favorite thing was so I declare a TIE! The two types of chicken was amazing. Both the kabob and filet were excellent. The lamb was flavorful. The shrimp succulent. Additionally, we had hummus, baba ghanoush falafel, garlic sauce and salads. The pita bread was served warm. It is thinner than normal which was different to me. I recommend Open Sesame to anyone in Long Beach wishing to have good food in a comfortable environment. This is a great place for a date, family dinner, social gathering with friends.

Review №31

2023-07-09 15:33:58

I rated the food 4 stars because between my two recent visits 3 stars and 5 stars averages 4 stars.Prior visit: Typically, the food is delicious and the service is great. On this visit, the food was very disappointing. I ordered one of their pita sandwiches with a salad for lunch. That was a mistake. It was one of their lunch specials. It was kind of pricey and not very satisfying.My friend ordered a sampler plate from their main menu. It was a little more money and looked delicious. Im glad she enjoyed her dish, especially since I recommended this place.-‐-‐------I revisited Open Sesame last Friday, July 7th for dinner. Dinner dishes are delicious, particularly the Open Sesame Combo and the lamb dish my husband had. The attached photo is the Open Sesame Combo!

Review №32

2023-11-19 02:25:19

The food was delicious and flavorful. The service was great, too! Overall, the best Mediterranean/Lebanese restaurant in the area! We ordered the Sultan, Lamb Kabob and Kabassa (Saturday special only). 10/10!

Review №33

2022-12-14 05:18:22

It was so beyond mid. they seating was bizarre and in front of the door and the breeze was frigid. the food was slightly bland. the fries were so undercooked and like i wouldn’t recommend it but the service was okay i don’t really know

Review №34

2023-07-11 02:02:14

I had amazing lunch time with my friend! I forgot to tell my waitress who served for us, but she served us in good manner friendly and professionally! Unfortunately, I didnt have chance to tell her, so management please let employees know we loved the vibe with service and food as well! Beef and Lamb sandwiches are 💯. I highly recommend and come back this place!

Review №35

2023-08-09 20:43:41

The ambiance was inviting, with traditional decor that transported me to Lebanon. The menu offered a delectable array of Middle Eastern dishes, from mouthwatering kebabs to creamy hummus. The flavors were rich and authentic, capturing the essence of Lebanese cuisine. The friendly staff and prompt service added to the overall delightful experience. Ill definitely be returning to savor more of their delicious offerings.

Review №36

2021-11-19 02:22:16

Cant say enough about the experience here from start to finish was excellent. Friendly and knowledgeable staff, answered all questions to ensure any dietary restrictions or allergies were addressed, recommended menu items and top notch service overall. And the food - pictures do not do justice to convey the presentation, look and overall flavor experience. Will be making a trip here each time I get back to the area.

Review №37

2022-02-26 05:19:06

This place was kind of expensive but it most definitely is a popular popular place in Long Beach. If youre native to Long Beach and you want Mediterranean food you know about open sesame. As you can see in the pictures the food was quite tasty I enjoyed the atmosphere family environment friend environment. The head manager was very polite even when we set in a very cold Long Beach evening they were polite enough to see us inside. But I cant get over paying almost $21 for for medium size falafels. Theres no falafel in the world that I would pay that much but I did and I was not unpleased. I suggest people to go and check out open sesame because its like a block away from the Long Beach. I hope you enjoy I would have gave you five stars but the first waiters set us outside instead of inside on a cold night. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Review №38

2021-12-11 21:56:10

Pure kindness! We had kids and a large stroller. When we walked in, they made space for the stroller and gave us a great seat. The service was good and the lamb was delightful. Five stars.

Review №39

2022-03-22 02:56:05

Great place for authentic Lebanese food. Its quite rare to find the real Lebanese restaurants in the US but this is one of them. Fantastic decor, great flavors and a wonderful selection of Lebanese wines. All accompanied by excellent service and in a hip area of Long Beach. Highly recommended! Lots of vegetarian options too.

Review №40

2023-05-01 00:02:30

Love this place, always visit when in Long Beach area. Chicken tawok👌🏼fried califlower and lemon potatoes, so yummy

Review №41

2023-08-21 05:10:22

We had a Beef Shawarma platter and The Sultan, and it was great. We enjoyed the food! Its a small restaurant though and the crowd was really loud.I still think the prices are a bit high compared to the quantity of food.

Review №42

2023-05-19 00:21:09

One of my favorite Mediterranean restaurant. The food is delicious and filling Theres something for everyone. Lovely atmosphere!

Review №43

2022-09-21 06:10:24

5 star for service! Great food. Love, love my lamb chops! The garlic potatoes, yummers!

Review №44

2022-07-23 01:35:59

The Sultan plate was delicious.Meat was cooked to perfection. Super tender and full of flavor I also had the rose water with almonds and it was refreshing not too sweet.I will definitely be back. Service was great.

Review №45

2018-06-15 03:58:00

Absolutely Delicious!!! Good portions, we ordered 2 main plates and an extra kabob and it was perfect for four of us. I highly recommend making reservations because theres always a line. The lamb chops were amazing as well as the filet mignon. The hummus comes in a few options and they are all very good. We brought our own bottle of wine and theres a corking fee of $15. Theres two locations very near each other so if it looks closed double check that youre not at the private location and if so go to your right on the same block and youll find the other spot. The service was very friendly add well.

Review №46

2018-12-10 23:48:54

Delicious Mediterranean food in Belmont Shores. If you’re looking for healthy food that has vegetarian and vegan options, this is the place to try. There is indoor and outdoor seating and the food is really fresh. It also has a homey feel as the owners come around to the tables to see how everything is going. Pictured are the fried potatoes, cauliflower pita and vegetable soup.

Review №47

2023-04-06 04:07:47

Baklawa Ice Cream is amazing, the sultan the best. The place is busy by the food is excellent. Will be back on Saturday.

Review №48

2023-06-22 04:00:50

Food was incredible. Service was good. Table was right next to a door which was fine but I didnt realize it was going to be used as a main exit and entry. I would say make the door inoperable if youre going to sit people there. The table was wobbly too. Seemed like the restaurant cared more about making a buck rather than the experience. The table had a couple sharp rivet cuts in the corner too.

Review №49

2019-04-14 00:41:19

My first time here, and I totally enjoyed it. I ordered the Vegetarian entree, which cane with baba ganoush, hummus, falafel, grape leaves, tabbouleh salad, and pita bread. Everything on the plate was delish. I especially like the baba ganoush because it did not have too much of a smokey flavor to it like other places usually do. It was just the right amount of smokey flavor. The hummus was simple yet it had somewhat of a sweet flavor to it, and that was my first time tasting a bit of sweetness in any hummus, and I also liked that too. Serving size was in the middle, for the price they should serve you a little more (price is kind of on the high side). My waitress was helpful and attentive, service was good, and I was seated really fast and served water within seconds of sitting down.I have to agree with others on this, the place is relatively small, and it is jammed with tables/chairs to accommodate more people. The outdoor seating area has 2 tables only. Fairly loud as the kitchen isnt too far from the seating area.But overall a nice experience, and I will be coming back soon. I do recommend this place for Mediterranean food.

Review №50

2022-04-26 19:46:59

I dined here on Sunday with a friend. Around 6:30pm, it took about 20 minutes to be seated. We shared the hummus and watermelon with fried cheese as appetizers. Both were delicious, but I could eat the watermelon with fried cheese every day. I ordered the Open Sesame Combo with beef and Chicken Kafta, the Open Sesame salad, and the spicy hummus. It was amazing! I devoured everything on the plate. I can’t wait to dine here again.

Review №51

2023-07-10 14:25:14

Great food. Great service. I highly recommend. The shrimp we so fresh and tasty. There wasnt an item we didnt like. We will definitely return.

Review №52

2023-08-07 22:22:26

OMG my friends took me for my birthday. Food was delicious. I always visit that place on the special occasions even though when I don’t have a special location I stop by and take a peek out. I recommend this place I gave this place at 10+

Review №53

2023-06-25 06:27:46

I have enjoyed the food here for years, this visit the dishes were even more delicious than I recalled, and my friend agreed that hers was better than before. Food & service has always been good and has gotten even better!! Love this gem!!

Review №54

2018-05-08 14:10:53

The food has a real authentic Mediterranean taste, great ambiance, good food portions, service is attentive and fast and the prices are very reasonable. They also have a good selection of wine. On our last visit we had the kabob combo with babaganoush (sp?), which is a dipping dish made of eggplant, very delicious! and my companion had the shrimp plate with hummus. For appetizers wee had the halami cheese plate and the garlic potatoes.

Review №55

2021-11-13 07:06:24

I tried food items that Ive never tried before and Im so glad I did, because I feel in love with this place. If you desire food to die for, try Open Sesame.

Review №56

2023-10-27 20:40:10

This place is bomb af and worth the wait if theyre busy. The chicken dishes and mezza plates are my go to. My only gripe is that the dishes say they come with rice, but then they ask you in you want rice and charge you more for it.

Review №57

2022-07-04 04:06:20

Truly a great Middle Eastern Restaurant. Tasty and reasonable. Great service. Will definitely come back again. Found this gem of a restaurant in Downtown Long Beach Belmont Shores. Lebanese Food at its best!

Review №58

2023-10-24 19:40:42

Good food, a nice change of pace from Mexican or Italian, etc. It can be tight quarters, small tables, but thats Belmont Shore I guess. The food is expensive for what you get...but tasty and somewhat healthy...so Im willing to pay it once in a while.

Review №59

2022-03-06 03:58:59

Highly recommended. From an amazing and friendly service to some very tasty food. I love the watermelons and potato appetizers.

Review №60

2023-07-27 00:01:10

Loved the garlic potatoes and cauliflower app! Got the Sunday special, it was good but not something Id feel inclined to order again. The lamb kabob, however was INCREDIBLE. I would go back again

Review №61

2023-08-10 17:23:25

They charged extra for a sauce. But the food was great... even the fries were delicious. Ask for large glass of water.. otherwise you get this tiny glass.

Review №62

2023-07-20 20:42:07

The hostess was not very welcoming and somewhat off-putting the way she informed us there were no daily specials half off wine. It could have been a little more professional. We were seated on the patio which was nice. Our server was a bit slow and brought whole wheat pita bread after the third request. We are not familiar with Mediterranean cuisine. I ordered the chicken tawook, which was excellent. My husband ordered the arayas pita sandwich, which he didn’t care for. Just not his type of cuisine. There was a good menu selection and when in town, I would definitely return to try more menu items.

Review №63

2020-03-11 21:10:31

Great selection of authentic Lebanese or Mediterranean food (depending on how you see the menu) definitely a step above your mainstream Mediterranean restaurants but still friendly enough for newbies.Service was top notch too, our waitress was so helpful on providing dish info and options and making sure nothing was missing.

Review №64

2023-08-14 23:31:48

I was visiting the area and my sister and brither-in-law introduced me to this place. Lentil soup and baba ghannouj are items I order when trying out a new Middle Eastern restaurant. YUM! Open Sesame exceeded my expectations on flavor and quality of food and the customer service. I was surprised that the owner came by and checked in on our experience.

Review №65

2021-06-20 10:18:36

Food was delicious! Love the hummus here. Service was also good as well. Definitely coming back!

Review №66

2023-10-28 20:42:25

Great place good food.

Review №67

2021-05-11 06:04:08

This place was yummy. I came here in a Saturday. We were seated right away, but the service took long. Well, the food was delicious!

Review №68

2023-01-15 01:11:32

This place makes all other places seem inept when it comes to good Mediterranean food. I cant say enough good things about this restaurant. Best food, wonderful service, amazing coffee. I cant wait to come back.

Review №69

2023-02-23 00:57:10

I am Lebanese and love tasting middle eastern places. Open sesame was not my favorite place. The Tabboule was not well made and the chicken taouk had too much garlic. It’s a place i would go again because the experience is fun and it’s always packed with people. However, taste wise, i gotta say that i’ve had better

Review №70

2023-10-08 09:50:27

Great restaurant with delicious Mediterranean cousin, great service and stylish but warm and welcoming atmosphere… The staff are all excellent.

Review №71

2022-10-16 22:21:46

Definitely recommend the Open Sesame Combo if you want to try most of the stuff. If you get an appetizer, this platter is definitely plenty to split too (unless your husband is a ‘Joey doesn’t share’ type individual like mine, then he can get a wrap on the side as well). Meat is very well cooked, hummus delish, garlic sauce delish, baba ganoush 🤌🏽 I am obsessed with Turkish coffee, so I’d recommend that but it may not be for everyone!

Review №72

2023-09-09 00:21:32

This was my first time back in 9 years. The last time the food was amazing. It was sub par at best this time around. I would not go back based on my disappointment.

Review №73

2023-06-15 06:39:38

We had a birthday celebration on a Friday night at 6. Everything was great. We were a party of 9. Food was fantastic and appetizing. My favorite is the lamb chops! The best. So juicy and succulent. Full of flavor. The only thing that was subpar was the watermelon and Haloumi salad. The cheese tasted old and burned/Chewy.The tea was delicious. Would go back.

Review №74

2023-11-28 16:43:25

Authentic home made taste mediterrean food.The stuffed grape leaves and the cucumber yogourt sald are a must.

Review №75

2023-03-23 20:41:24

Delicious! The hummus is to die for, as is the chicken tawook pita lunch special. Highly recommend!

Review №76

2021-07-17 01:56:24

One of the best all-time places to get Lamb Kebabs with heavenly baba ghanoush. Plenty of outdoor dinning with street parking and Belmont Shores busy street ambiance. Always a good plate of food here or to go. Enjoy!

Review №77

2023-02-13 01:53:13

Delicious! Highly recommend the Filet Mignon Kabob. Ask for extra garlic sauce! The mojito was great too.

Review №78

2023-11-12 14:29:18

This place is 🔥!!! The food here is amazing the best middle eastern food I have ever eaten. Definitely worth trying.

Review №79

2023-07-05 20:41:02

High prices for small servings. Ive dined here several times. The pita is the size of an appetizer and the salad it comes with was several spoonfuls. Quality is decent.

Review №80

2023-09-17 20:16:29

Parking is a bit of a challenge but dont let it deter you. The flavors awaiting are well worth the effort. Friendly staff. Amazing hummus!

Review №81

2021-09-06 23:51:50

We had one Sultan, with baba ghanoush instead of hummus. Very delicious the portion of food was small though. I also had a chicken shavarma sandwich which wad great too. It was during the weekend, so we had to w8 half an hour to get a table. But in General nice place to dine in.

Review №82

2022-07-20 05:27:45

Open Sesame is a must at the shore! Nicole, is wonderfully attentive, when you go ask for her! Cannot go wrong with the Sesame Combo, and you have to try the Kafta!

Review №83

2023-10-03 04:39:00

Food was decent... Potatoes were a little harder than I would have liked but the flavors were on point.

Review №84

2022-12-20 14:21:28

Such a great hidden spot for some authentic food and experience. Amazing and cool unique twists on dessert.

Review №85

2022-09-24 19:34:26

They messed up with my order, but they handled the situation professionally.Great food, atmosphere and service. Highly recommended.

Review №86

2021-09-25 04:35:12

I went to Open Sesame for my birthday and the food was ridiculously amazing, I tried food items that Ive never tried before and Im so glad I did, because I feel in love with this place. If you desire food to die for, try Open Sesame.I wish I could think of our waitress name, college student with pretty hair, she was so helpful and attentive, please thank her.Anyways, the owner or the person in charge is one of a kind, he treated NOT only me like a Queen, but my friends as well. And talk about customer service, he could teach a class in customer service !!!Thank you, thank you, and thank you, once again.Red

Review №87

2022-12-13 07:33:27

Had the falafel plate and open sesame platter with 3 different types of beef. So much food for 2 people, but it was delicious so we finished it all

Review №88

2022-11-08 17:36:34

The food was delicious and the staff was friendly. It was a great experience.

Review №89

2023-07-23 20:03:58

Open sesame combo- a variety of meats. The beef kabob, chicken tawoon and kafta, and rice were all delicious.Chicken kafta- tasty, but beware a little spicy due to the black pepperJalab drinkTabouleh was very flavorful and freshThe open sesame salad was good too.

Review №90

2023-09-08 14:17:15

Delicious! Food had great Mediterranean flavors - only gripe was the chicken was a tad dry for my personal tastes.

Review №91

2022-10-13 21:47:59

Very good, Authentic Lebanese food.Amazing service.We really enjoyed it!

Review №92

2022-03-28 05:58:16

Ordered the Friday special - KABSSA“five hour braised lamb shank cooked over a low flame w/tomatoes, special blend of spices + herbs. Served over basmati rice cooked w/ green bell peppers, onions, carrots, raisin, spices. Sprinkled with pine nut + almond slivers.”I try not to eat a lot of animal protein, so when I do it’s sort a treat to myself. (I’m not a chef, nor do I order Mediterranean a lot), but the center of the lamb didn’t get much seasoning. I didn’t see any sprinkled pine nuts, nor green bell peppers/onions/carrots in the rice. I was hoping for bigger chunks of tomatoes, carrots, julienned bell peppers.Servers were nice though.

Review №93

2019-01-09 19:21:53

This popular restaurant deserves its reputation. The food is phenomenal. I had a chicken Kafta sandwich which was not flavorful than I expected. My friends shawarma was also tasty. Meals are in the $12-$25 range in decent proportions. Expect to finish (no leftovers). The environment is casual and inviting.

Review №94

2022-06-24 23:02:21

Lovely meal, atmosphere, attentive but not hovering server. Food better than expected. Somewhat cramped space. Worth it.

Review №95

2016-12-09 03:01:21

MY Favorite in Long Beach, CA. Open Sesame offers a Eastern Mediterranean menu thats perfect every visit! Great location and great service! NOTE: A very popular eatery in the Belmont Shore neighborhood, so parking can be tricky and you will have a wait for a table in peak times! IT IS WORTH IT! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Review №96

2023-10-13 21:05:01

Cozy little Thai place. I had drunken noodles, Thai tea and pineapple fried rice. All very delicious!

Review №97

2023-11-24 21:57:58

The food and service were absolutely 💯 on point! Cant wait to go back!

Review №98

2023-09-07 19:14:08

We usually splitter the Open Sesame combo, but this last visit we had the chicken schwarma. Love their garlic sauce!

Review №99

2023-03-13 01:32:11

I had the most amazing service at this restaurant! Our waitress was so sweet and attentive. I have gluten and dairy allergies and the waitress was very knowledgeable about the menu and was able to provide substitutes/swaps for the meal options. They provided me with cucumber slices to substitute for the pita chips and discounted the price of the cucumbers from our final bill so I wasnt charged extra for needing a substitute. Also just very yummy food! Lively interior decoration. It was fairly busy when I went on a Saturday afternoon but I used their online get in line feature and was able to be seated immediately. Will be visiting again!

Review №100

2023-05-31 05:14:46

Really great food. Spicy garlic potatoes are divine, and so’s the chicken shawarma sandwich. The flatbreads and salads were really yummy too. GREAT service.My one complaint though is the hummus. Im sorry I couldn’t resist mentioning it; its just really bad. Please consider changing the recipe.

Review №101

2023-07-19 05:10:36

Great libanese food, good wine, very cozy place with excellent service! One of best restaurants that I tried in Long Beach.

Review №102

2021-07-03 04:52:37

Open Sesame was nice. A friend recommended we go here for dinner and I was pleased. We had Chelsea who was very attentive. I got the 5 piece filet minion skewer which was perfect amount of food cause I wasn’t that hungery. Also the Arnold Palmer was exceptionally delicious and it had the mint leave in it which was different and I enjoyed. Would definitely go back here

Review №103

2023-08-18 19:33:41

Stop taking people for idiots! Charging almost $14 for 6in kafta skewer a La carte is ridiculous! Your owner has no shame… one off the list!

Review №104

2023-08-06 19:06:42

I walked in and found it is Tiny to set in, so I order to go. The food was good, but the portion on one plate was less than the other one-make me question the standards

Review №105

2023-10-11 05:48:23

Food & service were exceptional 👌

Review №106

2021-06-25 22:50:48

Great food and great service! Came here for a pleasant lunch and was seated and served quickly. I ordered a chicken tawook plate, and the baba ghanoush was especially delicious.

Review №107

2023-04-05 08:13:27

Excellent... the beef is so tender soft and juicy...The shrimp is 🔥 and so are the lamb chops... you get all three when you order The sultan its my favorite dish. The sesame combo is a close second for me as well. Everything is cooked to perfection and presented beautifully... the meats have this glazed juicy look to them that Mae everything look as good as it tastes! 👍👍

Review №108

2021-08-07 15:11:12

Great staff and service, tastiest food that i had in a long time, reasonable price, generous portions.Will come back for sure!

Review №109

2018-07-31 05:38:35

Came here to try the Turkish coffee. The coffee has an interesting taste but still delicious. Our waitress suggested the yogurt cheesecake which went perfectly with the coffee.

Review №110

2023-04-04 12:22:52

The food is really good. The garlic potatoes with cheese are amazing. All the food was fresh and delicious. The place is a little small and hard to sit with bigger groups. The other thing was I couldnt understand why they could only split the check 4 ways,

Review №111

2023-03-31 03:18:06

Great location with easy parking. Definitely love the food, everything was very delicious. I Love My vegan platter. I thought the falafels were a little bit too crispy but everything taste it on point. Friendly staff and super clean.

Review №112

2023-09-04 01:07:19

Such authentically delicious food. The ingredients are fresh and the combination of spices is outstanding!

Review №113

2022-07-06 23:21:42

Open Sesame is a great place to eat both lunch and dinner in Belmont Shore, Long Beach. The food is always so tasty - my favorite is the filet mignon kabobs. There are also a couple of days where they feature half off wine. The staff & Chris are always so pleasant Check it out & maybe we will see each other there. Cheers!

Review №114

2021-09-14 14:10:30

Wow wow wow! A friend recommended we try Open Sesame while we were visiting Long Beach, and it ended up being our favorite meal of the trip! They do not take reservations, so our party of 4 waited over an hour for a table on a Saturday night - Completely worth the wait. The best hummus ive ever had.

Review №115

2023-02-22 21:29:33

Best Lebanese food around. Consistently great quality.

Review №116

2023-06-04 22:46:54

Delicious food, mint tea and Turkish coffee!

Review №117

2020-02-22 15:42:02

Delicious food, great customer service and awesome atmosphere. We have been coming back for years.

Review №118

2021-04-05 03:15:26

Been eating here for years. Food is one of my favorites.

Review №119

2023-08-07 00:25:56

It was loud in the restaurant. The food was tasty. We ordered too much, and it was easy to do.

Review №120

2018-12-23 19:29:17

The food here is absolutely delicious! Not sure how they marinate their meat, but the savory flavor is spot on! Lighting, layout and atmosphere are very intimate and homey, service was quick and polite.

Review №121

2021-09-03 16:07:36

Excellent meal and service one of my favorite restaurants in Belmont

Review №122

2020-01-29 21:38:49

Great service!!! Everything was delicious appetizers main course ... The dessert was all phenomenal... Not sure how traditional Greek it is but very well done.

Review №123

2019-03-28 17:52:47

Their food is outstanding. We enjoyed all the dishes. Service was very professional and our server was so caring. I felt so warmly welcomed. If this restaurant was near my house Id definitely visit every week.

Review №124

2021-09-10 01:34:51

Great prompt service, pleasant server. Great lunch combo, quick and delicious.

Review №125

2022-12-28 01:06:08

The owner was there working hard and checking in on his business. Our waitress was amazing and despite the obvious pressure of having many guests, they were always helpful. The food came quickly and was well prepared. Overall, a great rainy day experience.

Review №126

2019-12-19 03:57:59

I liked this dinner very much. Quite impressed. Will dine again.

Review №127

2023-07-21 08:26:34

The tabbouleh was excellent. The rice was tasty but should have been brown rice instead of white the rose water flavored ice cream is divine. But all of the other dishes I had there where excellent. Hopefully the owners will see this review and make sure they put enough lemon juice and garlic as well as cumin in their next batch of hummus. Finally I would suggest to them they cover the hummus with sumac and olive oil.

Review №128

2018-09-16 19:39:44

Extremely fresh, tasty food and friendly, attentive service. The falafel entree costs $14 and includes a small salad, hummus, and tahini sauce.

Review №129

2018-07-25 20:52:09

Passing through the area with a friend and happened upon this treasure. Tabouleh was outstanding, roasted potatos were tasty, and the flash fried cauliflower gyro was amazing. Outdoor cafe seating and attentive service were amazing.

Review №130

2023-04-10 00:02:51

This place is freaking fantastic. Everything is great. I always get the shawarma plate and babaganous with kibbeh. The Misses loves the stewed lamb shank but its only available on Sundays.Definitely get the lebneh cheesecake. Its honestly the best cheesecake Ive ever had and cheesecake is my favorite dessert.Our waiters are always fantastic. The food comes out timelyly and Im never disappointed.

Review №131

2019-11-05 18:00:25

The rating tells us that Open Sesame is a place not to be missed when in Long Beach. As a first timer, I cannot say enough good things about OS that hasn’t been stated before. We enjoyed the flash fried cauliflower, spiced hummus, spicey vegetable soup, vegetarian grape leaves, chicken tawook and beef skewers and fresh coconut. The service was exceptional and we can’t wait to return!

Review №132

2022-06-21 22:10:51

This place is amazing for communal dining. Had a party of 6 and were absolutely inundated with food.All of which was phenomenal. Such a variety of flavors, veggies and meat all cooked to perfection. All the dips and sauces complimented everything so well.Our server was the sweetest bean and made some great recommendations. Would definitely come here again by myself or with a whole party.

Review №133

2023-09-06 05:55:03

Friendly Stagg amazing food nice atmosphere. Get the sultan dish excellent

Review №134

2023-04-15 15:43:55

Great plates and salads. Asked for medium rare beef and lamb kabobs but they were over done. Otherwise food tasted great. Loved the iced tea.

Review №135

2021-02-07 19:05:24

Great service and great food! I did not want to leave.

Review №136

2020-11-12 06:38:30

The Falafel meal is so good and filling. The Falafel Patties taste really good alone though the Hummus adds a cooler earthy flavor to the mildly spicy bites. The Fatoush is good alone though tastes best (to me) mixing with the other portions of the meal (excluding the Falafel Patties which I like on their own) after a dip in the Tahini sauce. The flavor of the meal stays in my mouth for hours (😋): if not for having to brush my teeth before bed for my health, I might not feel an inclination to brush the inside of my mouth until I no longer taste the meal 😅. Open Sesame has indoor and outdoor seating areas. The outdoor seating arrangements are decent though I can imagine the area might get a bit tight on a busier day on 2nd Street. The employees wear masks (some wear face shields with masks) and are really friendly. I dont know if the same music is always playing but, during my visit, I recall their music selection being on point. Shoutout to Chloe and Maddy for providing such good customer service and the preparers of the meal 🙂👍🏿.

Review №137

2022-12-04 04:24:01

Delicious food and great service. The managers rounded multiple times on our table and were super welcoming and friendly. All of the food was very flavorful. Beer and wine only but have a decent selection. Definitely will be back.

Review №138

2022-06-13 01:52:17

Delicious food and excellent service. The general manager was very kind.

Review №139

2023-08-29 19:19:40

Loved everything about this place, cant wait to return during dinner service 🥰

Review №140

2023-03-18 18:23:42

Its been nearly 10 years since Ive been here, and they still blow it out of the water. I had been craving the garlic potatoes, and they taste just as great as I remember. Their chicken tawook and shawarma are so good. Im even a big fan of the kafta. And the baklava is perfect - not too sweet but full of flavor. To top of the great food, even though they are always busy, the service never falls off.

Review №141

2023-01-09 19:25:06

Came here for lunch because a friend had told me there were lots of gluten free options, and that the food was delicious. Well, it turns out that their menu denoted a lot of gluten free appetizers and accompaniments, but no gluten free entrees. Our waiter helped me pull together a meal with a few substitutions and the resulting meal was delicious. (Surprisingly, even their rice contains gluten)! My friend loves this restaurant and would come here every day if she could, but for someone with Celiac Disease, its a little difficult.

Review №142

2023-06-02 04:00:21

Came back again to same great service and well prepared food! Beef Kabob dinner was excellent as always!Must Have: Fried Potatoes !!

Review №143

2023-09-07 00:30:41

The best place ever💕 if you love Arabic food, you should to be here.

Review №144

2023-09-15 14:46:59

Busy place, good food and quality. Bar counter where you can watch the chefs.

Review №145

2023-10-15 13:24:17

Nice and quaint. Its not a large place but you feel as if you have a little privacy inside.

Review №146

2017-09-01 20:24:44

We had fried potatoes tossed in lemon and herbs with garlic sauce for dipping, fried cauliflower with tahini and Alis Favorite with spicy hummus and babaganoush as our 2 sides. Most everything was excellent, but the cauliflower and babaganoush were the stars! The only let down was the beef in Alis favorite. It was not seasoned and unfortunately it was chewy. I wish we would have gone with a different main dish. Other than that I cant complain. We left full and demolished the appetizers and side. Service was great all the way from the start with the hostesses to our server, the manager who ran our food and the busser. Everyone was on top of it!

Review №147

2023-09-15 15:26:17

Very accommodating, family friendly fast service and very tasty food.

Review №148

2023-01-10 18:13:17

This place is a consistent go-to. Even when it is busy (which is most of the time), the staff hustles and the food is delicious. I love the Mezza Sampler (vegetarian) and the chicken tawook plate.To minimize your wait time, you can check the current wait times and put yourself on the wait list through Google.

Review №149

2023-03-06 20:09:40

This place is great. Kevin is our favorite server. Chicken Tawook is our preferred meal. However, we have tried many dishes and they are all good. Our DIL is vegetarian and she loves eating here too.

Review №150

2019-07-12 16:18:15

Mediterranean food, and it was amazing! Bad at spelling the food I had, but I dont think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. Highly reccomend

Review №151

2019-09-26 06:11:31

Lovely restaurant, excellent service, tasty food, reasonable price - get yourself in here and enjoy the Mediterranean taste sensation!

Review №152

2023-05-28 18:05:31

I was there for lunch, they didnt sit us on the main restaurant, so where we sat was very casual and laid back, food and service were both good

Review №153

2023-10-15 15:20:29

This place is a must stop whenever Im in Long Beach! Love the Chicken Tawook.

Review №154

2020-09-17 20:45:19

Service excellent. Chicken Tawook with spicy humus, dill pickles and garlic sauce. Yummie!!

Review №155

2023-01-09 03:47:24

Ive been coming here for years although it had been quite some time. I had the Open Sesame combo. Everything was amazing! Open Sesame is the absolute best Lebanese/Mediterranean food Ive had! The staff is great and always very nice! Thanks!

Review №156

2021-10-13 02:22:29

Delicious, good portions, good service. Very busy, so get there before the lunch dinner rush.

Review №157

2023-04-03 08:46:05

Disappointing. Went for the halloumi - was not grilled, tasted raw from packaging (should be gold crisp outside and slightly melted or squeaky). Watermelon with the halloumi had no taste - that was weird. The beef shawarma I also ordered was ok. Didn’t taste any better than take out equivalents. I suspect this place has good days and bad but this was a real letdown for me. Sorry. Also pretty expensive and yes I know it’s end of world inflation etc etc. but some places are enjoyable and you get value. This is what people want. Lastly I was alone this time as I was scouting the restaurant for a bigger group - they sat me at what I call the “punishment table” which is practically in the hallway. I didn’t care at first because as mentioned this was a scout…. Still there’s no reason I couldn’t get a table outside but they probably want to pack the place. Only good thing was I was served within 10mins. I don’t write a lot of reviews but this place made out a damper on my weekend in Long Beach.

Review №158

2018-06-28 21:07:06

Fantastic tasty food. Order a combo and share. Get there early this place fills up and people are willing to wait

Review №159

2022-04-05 19:06:03

We had a fantastic experience here. Friendly wait staff, incredibly delectable food, and a lovely ambiance and decor. Each dish was more delicious than the last, and its absolutely worth every star on this review. The haloumi cheese and watermelon appetizer, the lamb chops, and the baklava ice cream were all standout dishes and wildly tasty. The only issue (and its not with the restaurant) is finding street parking because the area is so busy.

Review №160

2022-11-05 16:55:11

My absolute favorite location to eat middle-eastern food is here.Since I visit at least once a month, I can attest to the pleasant service and consistently excellent cooking of their meals.So, congrats, Open Sesame. I hope you maintain the high caliber of your work

Review №161

2023-04-08 06:40:34

The food was delicious, especially the potatoes in the lemon spicy, sause omg to die for!! Service was great, our waitress was friendly and attentive. Ill definitely be returning!

Review №162

2018-11-11 12:16:30

One of my favourite places for Mediterranean food. Good atmosphere, friendly staff, delicious food, nice location.

Review №163

2023-02-13 07:28:23

I dined there with some friends tonight. I’m not sure how this place is rated so high. There was no ambiance, every single food items we ordered tasted bad. The bathroom smelled. The staff including the waitress was not friendly at all. We all had very bad experience. Despite our request They sat us right by the door in the cold weather. Not recommended at all !

Review №164

2023-01-13 16:36:15

I enjoyed the food. The ground chicken was very good. The Prime Steak kabob was tender, tasty and juicy. The waitress was pleasant, timely and helpful. Nice vibe.

Review №165

2021-06-09 14:12:29

Favorite place to eat. The service is great and very friendly

Review №166

2023-10-05 00:10:06

A regular favorite! Authentic cuisine, beautifully prepared.

Review №167

2022-06-15 21:20:09

Lunch Special Chicken Shawarma and Moroccan Iced Green Tea - added touch Orange Blossom water for the hands afterwards ♥️

Review №168

2023-01-17 14:54:31

Absolutely love this place . Great food, atmosphere is nice for a lunch date or even taking the family out to eat . The service can be a lil slow ( the place gets crowded ) I understand . I would recommend the ( open sesame combo plate ) its a lil bit of everything 😋

Review №169

2023-10-08 19:21:01

Best Mediterranean Food in Long Beach! Beyond delicious!

Review №170

2023-10-04 23:48:02

Shwarma All Day Every Day!!!Falafael omg.....So good.

Review №171

2022-10-18 03:12:32

This place is amazing and delicious. I had 9 people and were lucky enough to be seated right away. I love the fried garlic potatoes and the family feast. I will definitely comeback again.

Review №172

2023-02-02 19:46:58

Delicious lunch with a great beverage. Definitely will be back as I look forward to the food and service again. ... Update 5.24.2021 Chloe is an amazing waitress and made today happy hour that much more happening. I love the whole staff an food... Definitely soon to be my spot for food and beverage. Business use as well...Jan. of 2023 nothing has changed. Still one of my favorite places to eat and enjoy the company of others amongst a great staff and environment.

Review №173

2022-02-13 03:02:18

Amazing hard working staff, authentic quality Lebanese food. Can’t wait to go back 🙌

Review №174

2023-05-17 07:22:10

This place is fantastic, never a bad experience. Lamb Chops, and Chicken Tawook with garlic butter and baba ghanouj are phenomenal.

Review №175

2022-04-29 19:29:38

Had a very good experience here. Ambiance was awesome. I had the chicken schawarma plate which was very good. I didnt particularly like the open sesame salad dressing but others might like it. I also tried the chocolate cake with strawberry drizzle and ice cream. It was very good. Overall I would recommend Open Sesame!

Review №176

2022-08-07 00:14:31

I took my aunt out for food and we ordered the Saturday special which is lamb and rice. As we blessed the food and both took a bite of our food, my aunt found Hair in the food. The hostess came to check the food and immediately saw it but our server glanced at our heads to see if it was our hair. By this point, after gagging i asked for our both our food to be taken back and I no longer wanted to eat at the restaurant. My aunt was asked if she wanted to order something different and to be polite she did but we still had to wait an additional time to get her food. The owner was pretty passive about it and told me he wouldn’t take off my food though I didn’t eat any of it and said he would only take off my aunts lamb. They charged her for the second dish despite her original dish having hair in it and her nearly consuming it. I just did not like the service and the owner was not accommodating or compassionate at all. .

Review №177

2022-01-28 14:47:23

Absolutely delicious!!! Excellent service and they give you rose water for your hands at the end.

Review №178

2022-01-23 07:29:09

Had to wait about 40 minutes for a table. But the food was worth the wait.

Review №179

2023-04-09 02:54:20

German was our waiter tonight he was amazing and very attentive to our needs. Food and service l was great. I would recommend ask for German when you go to Open Sesame

Review №180

2023-04-29 17:45:48

Amazing fresh Mediterranean food in downtown Long Beach. Perfect for party-sized dinners to-go. We always come here when visiting!

Review №181

2022-08-20 03:48:19

We tried another restaurant because we didnt want to make the drive to Open Sesame and the food was SO bad. We will never stray again. We have been going here for years and its our family favorite. Give it a try. We all get the chicken tawook. Its tender and the garlic sauce is amazing.

Review №182

2019-05-19 04:23:09

This place is amazing! Amazing food! Friendly staff.

Review №183

2023-03-26 14:58:46

What a snazzy little restaurant, and simply jumpin on a Saturday night. Had a pile of apps and dessert.Seared cauliflower!! The tabouleh is legit!! And the pistachio ice cream creation is a must have!!

Review №184

2022-02-08 01:49:05

Great menu with something for everyone. If youre a meat-lover its great. If youre vegetarian even better! All the servers are very friendly and this place has great atmosphere. Definitely call ahead and put yourself on the list because its pretty popular at lunchtime during the week.

Review №185

2021-02-02 18:52:20

The food is consistently outstanding, the service is great, the ambiance is lovely! Weve loved every single menu item that weve tried. Great wine selection too. Dont miss out on the fried potatoes with garlic sauce, the hummus and pita, the appetizer that has watermelon and cheese (i forgot the cheese name), the flash fried cauliflower, and pretty much everything else on the menu! Desserts are great too.

Review №186

2021-09-28 15:56:07

I have been here a few times but it has been quite some time since my last visit. Food was very good but as delicious as I remember. I ordered the Sultan that had lamb, beef, and shrimp. The red meats were tender and cooked to my liking but a tad under seasoned. The shrimp were overcooked a bit and kind of dry. The rice was bland, lacked seasoning, and tasted like starch water. The staff, as always, was wonderful. They are all so warm, friendly, and team oriented. So, staff 5 stars and food 3 stars.

Review №187

2022-03-16 22:04:19

I love this place. The fried potatoes and the chicken schwarma are my go to. The garlic sauce is sooo good. I also enjoy the pickled veggies that come on with my platter.This used to be one of my top places to recommend however, the last time I came it was good but I feel the quality has reduced and the prices remain the same.I still enjoy it, but I definitely reduced the rating by a star.

Review №188

2022-03-07 20:21:41

Yummy! My mom brought me here the other day and it was super tasty! I dont know much about Mediterranean food other than chicken and hummus so I got the simple chicken, rice, spicy hummus (I cant do super spicy foods and this wasnt so much spicy, it had a good flavor to it), house salad and the bread. So good! Our waitress Jeta was very friendly and knowledgeable - Ill definitely come back when Im in the area!

Review №189

2023-02-13 21:29:31

One of my buddies invite him into this restaurant in a lot of the Middle easterns are very similar but the customer service from Danielle was amazing atmosphere nice and the food was amazing super delicious food I am definitely coming back there hummus its amazing there kababs are great the pita bread is amazing can remember what the play we had was but it was delicious.

Review №190

2022-12-14 19:54:35

This place is great for a date or small get together with the friends and family. The food is very tasty and the staff is very nice. This is easily one of my favorite restaurants in Los Angeles

Review №191

2022-12-13 01:27:51

Love love love this place. Favorite middle eastern restaurant in LB.- delicious food (can’t go wrong with chicken shawarma and lamb kabobs)- great wine selection- friendly staff- indoor and outdoor seatingExpect a wait if you’re coming on a weekend.

Review №192

2022-09-11 03:46:06

Good authentic food, good service, good environment, and nice employees.

Review №193

2023-06-24 21:26:05

Great staff, great food but a little too salty, Great ambiance

Review №194

2022-09-05 00:14:18

The food was ok, I got bad reflux later on because they use too much oil with hummus. The meat was also pretty salty and dry/overcooked. It is definitely not as good as it was when they first started out. The staff seemed a little lazy and the 2 hostess seemed to have a attitude.

Review №195

2022-04-29 18:51:28

Our server Christine was absolutely amazing! Along with the amazing recommendations she gave us, she made sure we were always taken care of. The food was incredible as always but the service made me fall in love with this place even more.

Review №196

2021-11-08 01:12:26

Elegance, class and tasty food. The service is very welcoming, the food tasted like I was in Beirut. The managers care about the experience. You will not regret. Reasonable prices as well. I’m glad I found it. Cheers to all the staff there and the chef.

Review №197

2023-05-26 18:27:39

Food is delicious, service is great, and the ambiance very relaxed.

Review №198

2023-06-16 18:10:55

Open Sesame was okay. Not worth the wait. Even though we put ourselves on the wait list we had to wait an additional 45 minutes. Ouch!The food was just okay.

Review №199

2022-03-31 00:46:08

I was surprised to know that the Chef orchestrating the symphony in the kitchen was not Lebanese. If you happen to stop by (and I recommend that you do) you HAVE to try their spicy potato appetizer. On the surface, this dish looks simple enough. In reality, it takes years to perfect it. The texture of the potatoes, the way theyre cooked, the sauce ratio, the spices used are nothing short of a masterpiece. Bravo. Will be visiting this place more often.