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Open Sesame
Mediterranean Restaurant, Middle Eastern Restaurant, and Greek Restaurant$$$$
Belmont Shore, Long Beach
Ranked #2 for Mediterranean restaurants in Long Beach
"The fried potatoes and the open sesame combo plate are awesome!"(20 Tips)
"Try the Chicken Tawook, Open sesame salad, and Magic Potatoes!"(4 Tips)
"Open Sesame Combo a great sampler."(3 Tips)
"The chicken shawarma is the best."(5 Tips)
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Paul S.September 11, 2017If you're hungry, go with the combo plate. Otherwise, chicken tawook is the best choice. Throw in a couple of sides and that awesome garlic sauce and you're set. Great Mediterranean fare.- Tom SchickJune 29, 2015Best Mediterranean in the states! The owner imports spices and ingredients from all around the world. The service is top notch. This place is a landmark in Belmont Shore, and for a good reason.
Upvoted Sep 13 
Justin OrdovezaOctober 21, 2016The lamb pita lunch is excellent. Juicy chunks of lamb wrapped in pita. There is comfy outdoor seating. Nice vegetarian options. It can get a little noisy inside.
The service here was decent, though not super attentive, but they were busy. I had the Seabass plate, the Seabass was tender and really tasty and the rice and salad were really flavorful and well-made
You must start off with the fried potatoes. The chicken schawarma, chicken tawook, baba ghanoush and open sesame salad are all amazing. Oh, and don't forget to ask for extra garlic sauce.
Jade ThomasMarch 2, 2017This is by far my favorite place to eat. Never have had a bad meal. Party platter is great for sharing with a group of people. Garlic potatoes are to die for.
Dean FarrarFebruary 22, 2023The food was delicious and the service very friendly. At mid day the place was busy but not overcrowded. They had both indoor seating and streetside outside tables.
Ghaida ZahranDecember 28, 2013This place is great. Chicken Tawook is delicious, and don't forget to take home some garlic sauce! Only negative is they need to work on their presentation.
They have PERFECT chicken! (coming from the pickiest chicken eater) Everything here is top-notch! I get: Fried Potatoes / Moroccan Iced Tea / Chicken Tawook Plate with Fattoush Salad and Spicy Hummus- Michael KalecOctober 23, 2018Authentic and delicious. Great atmosphere and great food. I'd highly suggest it if you want an authentic Mediterranean meal.
- Bayan QadriFebruary 5, 2017Try their fried potato and Kibbi. The chicken shawarma is the best. Falafel pita is good.
Pau BarrosAugust 5, 2015Great place to eat! Everything is good quality and delicious + they have really well done expresso
Kiki JonesJanuary 21, 2016Open sesame has been one of my favorite restaurant for nearly 15 years. Zaataar!!
Tee MoneyJuly 7, 2012The fried potatoes are outstanding! The garlic dip is out of control! Get there early though... the place is very small so it fills up quickly.
The fried potatoes as appetizers are the bomb. Order a side of garlic paste makes them that much better
Jean JuaniSeptember 8, 2012Best lebanese food i've had in a while! The lamb kebob is incredibly juicy and the sides are healthy and tasty. 5 stars!
ally morozJune 9, 2012Trendy cafe with an awesome mediterrenean food! hey, I just had a chance to practice writing the hardest word in English - "mediterrenean" - hope I got it right! :)
Jaclyn OrtizFebruary 21, 2014Come here for lunch! Little wait, great specials. We had leftovers for days, and they were delicious.
James TuMay 29, 2015The chicken is awesome. The babaganoush is awesome. The garlic purée is awesome!
As already stated, the fried potatoes are a must have and so is a extra side of large garlic sauce. Or 2 or 3
TharaAugust 4, 2015Fried potatoes and chicken tawook were awesome, although the chicken shawarma was so disappointing!!
Harris OrangesNovember 18, 2010For just .99c each, order a trio of falafel a la carte and be sure to spread with plenty of creamy Kefir cheese. Maybe some chilis too if you're feeling spicy.
David EsquireAugust 22, 2013It's all about the chicken shawarma & garlic sauce! Just make sure you bring an appetite. :-)
I love this place! Friend Potatoes, Open Sesame Salad and the Combo is the most!
Everything is good. I always have to get the fried potatoes and chicken tawook! They also have wheat pita but you have to ask!
Priscilla MartinezJanuary 8, 2012Have the Fried Potatoes for your appetizer. You won't regret it. Oh, and they have amazing service!
Laura KnappJanuary 1, 2012Can't recommend the Vegetarian Combo enough - loved it! Opted for lettuce and tomatoes instead of the pita bread.
Chelsea ChamnessNovember 22, 2011Try the deep fried potatoes... You wont be sorry! Very lemony, tangy, and delish. Also tge baklava! Yum-o
ValeriaJanuary 27, 2012The hummus at open sesame is the best ever! U can't leave this place without trying it!
Great food! I'm a loyal customer though I live in Irvine. Hope they open somewhere in OC soon. U can not go wrong with anything u order.
Fried cauliflower. Doesn't sound like it would be good but you will be surprised! Crazy good.
Nej KutcharianOctober 28, 2012The tips say try the fried potatoes but I think the fried cauliflower tasted better. You be the judge.
- Jennifer CheungNovember 14, 2010Long wait? Offer to eat @ the counter; more attentive service when it's busy since you're staring at them right there. Open Sesame Combo a great sampler.
Lacey HuszczaAugust 14, 2010Get the spicy vegetable soup & a side of rice. Combine them for a yummy lunch! Also the Morraccan iced tea is GREAT!
Adding EXTRA garlic sauce to the beef shwarma pita is a must....so YUMMY!!
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