Kibbie nayeh with fresh mint, parsley and onion at Hayat’s Kitchen

Lebanese Restaurant · North HollywoodFine Lebanese Food.

Shawarma from the spit, grilled kabobs, silky hummus, kibbeh and warm pita, served the Lebanese way: plenty of plates, made for sharing.

Open daily from 9 AM 11009 Burbank Blvd, Suite 117

Review

“As the plates and bowls arrive, the scene becomes a whirling mosaic of oblong-cut meats, swirled dips, clattering spoons and reaching hands.”

— Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times

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The Lebanese table

A neighborhood Lebanese restaurant, built around the shared table

At Hayat’s Kitchen, a meal starts with maza: hummus, baba ghanoush, labneh, tabouli, falafel and fried kibbeh arrive together and everyone reaches in. Then come the grilled kabobs, shawarma plates and fresh fish, followed by baklava and a small cup of Lebanese coffee.

Everything is made in our North Hollywood kitchen from traditional Lebanese recipes, in generous portions. Come in for a long dinner on the patio, grab a shawarma sandwich at lunch, or order a spread for the whole family.

A spread of Lebanese maza at Hayat’s Kitchen: hummus, labneh, fattoush, falafel, grape leaves and cheese rolls
Guest favorites

What to order at Hayat’s

First time here? Start with these, then work your way through the menu.

Hummus with olive oil, chickpeas and parsley

Hummus Veg

Chickpeas, tahini, garlic and lemon, finished with olive oil.

Baba ghanoush in a clay bowl

Baba Ghanoush Veg

Baked eggplant blended with tahini, garlic and lemon juice.

Hummus topped with sautéed beef and pine nuts

Hummus with Meat

Our hummus topped with sautéed meat and toasted pine nuts.

Kibbeh nayeh with fresh mint, onions and vegetables

Kibbie Nayeh

A Lebanese classic: fresh seasoned raw meat with cracked wheat and onion.

Fried kibbeh with yogurt and lemon

Fried Kibbie

Crisp cracked-wheat shells stuffed with seasoned ground beef, with yogurt.

Beef shawarma sandwich wrapped in pita

Beef Shawarma Sandwich

Marinated beef shaved from the spit and rolled in pita with pickled turnips.

Chicken shawarma plate with rice, salad and hummus

Chicken Shawarma Plate

Chicken shawarma with rice, salad, hummus and grilled vegetables.

Kafta kabob plate with hummus, rice and salad

Kafta Kabob Plate

Seasoned ground-beef kafta off the grill, with hummus, rice and salad.

Vegetarian combo platter with hummus, baba ghanoush, tabouli, grape leaves and falafel

Vegetarian Combo Veg

Hummus, baba ghanoush, tabouli, grape leaves and falafel on one platter.

Tabouli salad with lemon and romaine

Tabouli Veg

Finely chopped parsley, tomato, onion and cracked wheat with lemon and olive oil.

Baklava topped with crushed pistachio

Baklava

Flaky filo layered with nuts and syrup, finished with pistachio.

Tray of assorted Lebanese pastries

Lebanese Sweets

Trays of baklava and nut pastries, great for parties and holidays.

The menu
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Our story

Rooted in tradition, open every day

Hayat’s Kitchen brings fine Lebanese cooking to the San Fernando Valley, with generous portions, traditional recipes and a genuine welcome.

Lebanese dining is about abundance: plates arriving together and hands reaching across the table. On Burbank Boulevard, the patio, the outdoor bread oven and the smell of meat on the grill have made us a North Hollywood landmark. Food critics found us long ago, but the regulars were here first.

We’re open every day for dine-in, pickup and delivery, whether that’s a quick shawarma at lunch or a long dinner with family.

The shaded patio at Hayat’s Kitchen on Burbank Boulevard
Catering

Lebanese catering in North Hollywood and the Valley

The same food that fills our dining room, scaled up for your office lunch, birthday, holiday or family gathering.

  • Kabob and shawarma platters off the grill
  • Trays of hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel and grape leaves
  • Tabouli, fattoush and other salads
  • Baklava and Lebanese sweets by the tray
Catering platters of kabobs, rice, hummus and falafel Party tray of baklava and Lebanese pastries
Press

Recognized by Los Angeles food critics

Los Angeles Times · 2019
“A whirling mosaic of oblong-cut meats, swirled dips, clattering spoons and reaching hands.”
Read Bill Addison’s review →
Daily News · 2014
“A hidden Middle Eastern restaurant in North Hollywood worth the search.”
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Eater LA · 2019
Featured among the week’s critic picks for its love of all things Lebanese.
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Hours & location

Visit Hayat’s Kitchen

Address

11009 Burbank Blvd, Suite 117
North Hollywood, CA 91601

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Phone

(747) 279-3203

Hours

Monday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Holiday hours may vary.

FAQ

Good to know

What are your hours?

We’re open every day from 9 AM. We close at 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. Holiday hours may vary.

Where are you located?

11009 Burbank Blvd, Suite 117, North Hollywood, CA 91601, on Burbank Boulevard in the San Fernando Valley, close to Toluca Lake, Studio City and Burbank.

Can I order online for pickup or delivery?

Yes. Order directly on our website for pickup or delivery. Ordering direct is the best way to support the restaurant.

Do you have vegetarian options?

Plenty. Hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel, tabouli, grape leaves, musaka, lubie be zait, mujadara and the Vegetarian Combo Platter are all meat-free.

Do you cater?

Yes. We cater parties, offices and family gatherings with grilled meats, maza, salads and Lebanese sweets. See catering or call (747) 279-3203.

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