Almaza

4.4(874)

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Location & Hours

Address

8905 Venice Blvd.
Los Angeles, California 90034
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Thursday at 1:00 AM

Monday11:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Tuesday11:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Wednesday11:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Thursday11:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Friday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Saturday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Sunday11:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(310) 280-9006

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About Almaza

Traditional Mediterranean fare & hookah pipes are offered in this low-key hangout.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on November 17, 2025.

4.4/5

Based on 874 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Michael H

3 months ago

Wonderful food, hummus is very good and meats are cooked well. The family feast was plenty of food for our group of 5, we had tons of leftovers. Good service, sahtein Great place for groups. They ha...

Charly Aldebs

6 months ago

Wow! This place serves authentic Lebanese/Mediterranean food. To be honest, it’s one of the few restaurants I’ve found with truly delicious dishes that feel like home! I highly recommend the Almaza Pl...

Kiran Singh

8 months ago

Stopped here on a Monday night for dinner, I’m not a hookah fan but our group wanted to go. They said hookah was great & I thought the food quality was great. Their mint tea had no trace of mint, unle...

katherine quinn

3 weeks ago

Good food and usually good service. Been coming here for some years and pretty much have good experiences each time. Ordered the seafood combo plate, which is what we get often. My daughter had the pl...

Ross Michell

a year ago

Very good. Big sizes. Big menu. Spicy cream chicken and all hummus types were unreal. My only improvement would be the bread. Comes out nice and soft but quickly goes hard a crusty. Service is ok but ...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Diners generally report a positive experience with good food, contributing to an overall favorable impression. The restaurant seems to be a reliable choice for many patrons.

Customer Favorites

The seafood combo plate, Almaza Platter, Mixed Kabob Platter, and hummus (especially spicy cream chicken hummus) are highly praised. The family feast is also noted for its generous portions.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is a great place for groups and offers hookah outside. Service is generally considered good, though some find it not the most attentive.

Value & Quality

The restaurant offers big portion sizes and a big menu, suggesting good value. The food quality is frequently described as great and authentic, with well-cooked meats.

Areas for Improvement

The bread hardens quickly and could be improved. The smell of shisha from the outdoor area can be intense inside, even with no indoor smoking.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews continue to highlight the good food and service, though one mentioned squash dominating the grilled veggies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Almaza located?

Almaza is located at 8905 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034, USA.

What is the price range at Almaza?

Almaza is listed as moderately priced.

Where can I find the hours for Almaza?

The listed hours for Almaza are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Almaza?

Call Almaza at (310) 280-9006. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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