Basbussa

Name: Basbussa
Address: 8338 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90048-4311
Telephone: (323) 452-9250
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

91 Reviews

$31 to $50

Middle Eastern

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Delicious middle-eastern cuisine with eclectic vibe. Come in and enjoy a full meal or quick cocktail.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Wed, Sun 6:00 pm–12:00 am Tue, Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(323) 452-9250
Website
http://www.Basbussa.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sigal Zaafrani
Catering
We accept private events & cater up to 150 guests
Private party facilities
We accept private events up to 150 guests
Private party contact
Sigal: (347) 755-4478

Location
8338 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048-4311
Neighborhood
Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
Cross street
Orlando St.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Saturday Night special dinner party
Multiple dates available
Enjoy Dinner while partying Live DJ & Dancers will be here to ensure maximum fun !!!

Short Rib$36.00
Pulled ribs meat, Mushrooms, eggplant, Truffle aioli, arugula
Shawarma$36.00
Pulled chicken Confit, pine nuts, tahini, Amba, Sour cabbage, parsley
Spicy Margarita$23.00
Tomato confit, fresh mozzarella, Kalamata olives, chili flakes
Casa-Blanca$34.00
Béchamel cream, Kashkaval, mushrooms, Truffle olive oil, arugula

Appetizers

Tuna Tartare*$23.00
Avocado & Egg salad, Z'aatar toast, Harissa coulis
Börek Cheese Rolls$21.00
Feta, Kashkaval & Lor cheese, Dill sour cream dip
Baladi Eggplant$17.00
Garlic lemon cream, Tahini, pomegranates, pistachios
Cauliflower$24.00
Cayenne honey coated, Labneh, Nigella' & sesame seeds
Beets$21.00
Whipped goat cheese, Pomegranates, pistachios
Moroccan Carrots$17.00
Lemon garlic butter, Whipped goat cheese, Harissa coulis, parsley, chili oil
Spicy Tuna Croquettes*$21.00
Potatoes croquettes, Harissa aioli
Spicy Chicken Tenders$24.00
Sriracha Maple drizzle

Salads

Caesar$24.00
Little gem lettuce hearts, Cumin caesar aioli, croutons
Shirazi$24.00
Cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, Scallions, radishes, feta
Fresh Mozzarella$24.00
Arugula, tomatoes, basil, Balsamic, pine nuts

Main to Share

Hanging Tender Steak Skewer$57.00
Grilled Tomatoes & Jalapeños, Tahini
Grilled Chicken Skewer$39.00
Chermoula marinated Chicken thighs, grilled Tomatoes & Jalapeños, Tahini
Kebabs Casserole "Kofta B'siniyah"$39.00
Eggplant, Tomatoes, Jalapeños, Tahini, Pine nuts
Lamb Chops$89.00
5 chops, Chimichurri, Sweet potato
Short Ribs$96.00
3 bone, Braised, Carob molasses, Dukkah crust
Branzino$44.00
Garlic Orange tapenade, Roasted Fennel
Schnitzel$38.00
Crispy Chicken, Potatoes, Harissa aioli

Sides

Potatoes$15.00
Vermachilli Rice$9.00
House Salad$12.00

What 91 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

West Hollywood / Beverly Hills / Mid-Wilshire
Hot spot

91 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, great drinks, delicious food. Super fun place
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NairaP
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall1food1service5ambience1
Why would you charge $450 for a $50 tequila. That’s a rip off
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Kate
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall3food1service5ambience5
Staff were very friendly, service and ambiance were great but the food was low quality.
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MarriedtoFoodie
New York Area
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Three siblings interested in Mediterranean cuisine. Didn’t realize this was a more geared to music and parties. The front desk was very prompt and friendly in seating us. Service was prompt and attentive. All the food we ordered was outstanding: Baba Ganoush, cauliflower appetizer, flatbreads and challah bread. Tacos were ok but more my problem. They had an Israeli Cabernet I hadn’t tried before. Only regret was too loud and for some reason we were by ourselves in the group/party section. Would have loved to be here in a group
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful time. The perfect place to celebrate a special occasion.
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Surii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to surprise the special people in your life with an amazing time. Super lit and high energy. Food is top tier and so is the service. Absolutely loved trying the electric hookahs for our first time.
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anthonyn
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server, I believe was Pedro, was great! Very attentive and on top of everything. It was our first time so we arrived a bit early. Next time, we’ll plan on arriving around 9pm which is when the fun started. Overall great experience. Kind of wish they had an open dance floor. Everyone just kind of stands by their tables to dance.
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NuriM
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Horrible experience the waitress was rude when we told her the lamb chops had a funky smell And taste. It wasn’t the normal smell of lamb. Seemed to me the meat had gone bad.
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YossiG
Los Angeles
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience3
The price for the food id too high for what you get is a mediocre level middle eastern dishes. We asked for Harrisa and it had probable gone bad ( fermented ). The cocktails are way above the average price.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Hellofa bday experience, food was delish + they made us good virgin drinks Server Fatima was so sweet I loved it
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Service charge includes in the bill %20 Hookha +$100 The food is awesome 8/10
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VictoriaN
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Love this place will go again Good food , clean very good service amazing music!!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Loved the DJ, he was amazing. Service was great too
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing place!
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MitraS
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience1
Not worth the price. $250 per person and hardly any food.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The food is great, dessert even better! Staff is amazing always goes out of their way to impress visitors. Pricing is a bit on the higher end tho.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
Service was okay but it is over priced and if you want to see the dancers you better not get there early because they usually start around 10pm. I made reservations at 7pm for my birthday and let’s just say I didn’t get to see the show.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it we went for my birthday and it was a blast the food the music was amazing love the DJ Staff are super niceeeee and fun will go back again for suree
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SlowMover
San Francisco
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience4
We came for a birthday at 7pm. ASAP us at the back of the restaurant weren’t willing to put us in the front. At 8:30 we left the front is still partially empty.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good food, definitely shareable! Drinks are also great. Dance music begins around 11pm Expect it to be loud, it’s a lounge/club atmosphere — not a sit down “chill” dinner. Will definitely be back!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an amazing experience. I would highly recommend
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and atmosphere
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was here once in October and once more yesterday. They definitely have upgraded since. The food is bomb and hookah too. I also lost my hat last night but I called them and they found it. So A+ for that and thank goodness I didn’t jacked, its definitely a party place! Love the there’s a dj! Total vibe
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Club scene during dinner wasn’t what I wanted or was expecting. Didn’t stay to eat because the table was in the middle of the dance floor. Horrible experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food2service5ambience5
Nice fun place , service is good, music amazing, food strange
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing Place, fun ambiance, good service and best music! 100% Recommended it.
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AliP
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was good but would highly recommend to have a small area for dance. We really wanted to dance not because there was no space or area we could not. DJ was awesome.
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Anonymous
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience2
This ISNT a place for a young crowd in their 20s. I would recommend older maybe married couples to go to basbussa. The music was mainly just beats and wasn’t very fun. This is a more chill lounge then it is a fun restaurant. Not much dancing but there is a DJ on Saturday nights. The appetizers were all amazing and the owner was very nice though.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
Low quality and overpriced
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s amazing ♥️♥️
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall3food1service5ambience2
I went here for my birthday with some friends! The service was great they accommodated us with everything. The pricing wasn’t bad everything was fairly reasonable. We just weren’t happy with any of the food they had, so I would recommend this place maybe just for drinks and hooka vibes. The dj didn’t play any of our requests. I wish they would have it would have been more of an enjoyable time. But it was a new experience.
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LAguy
Los Angeles
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Food and ambience was great. The music gets very loud as the evening progresses which was fun but difficult to hold a conversation. Annoyed at the 22% auto service charge when there was no mention of it but that’s not going to make me not return. Staff was friendly and attentive.
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JeremyH
Los Angeles
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Extremely overpriced. That has to be mentioned! 10 ppl cost $2,500 for dinner and drinks plus $500 for Hookah! It doesn’t cost $300 per person even in Vegas. Food was very delicious and the scene was nice.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The restaurant was empty on a Friday evening at 7pm. Honestly, I have no idea why other than the fact that the prices are a bit high (but so are all the other restaurants in the area). The food was DELICIOUS and I eat out multiple times per week at both low key and fine dining establishments. The portion sizes are substantial, which I appreciate, but the the combinations are interesting. For example, the beet dish was the perfect combination of crunchy from the thinly sliced beets, tangy from the pomegranate seeds, sweet from the mango chunks, savoury from the nut crumble, and creamy from the cheese. I have been to so many restaurants that get a beet salad so wrong. Either it’s tasteless and boring or the combinations are off. This was spot on. The only dish that could have had a little bit more flavour was the hummus. I appreciated the whole garlic cloves on top, but some garlic and/or pepper incorporated into the actual hummus dip would have been nice too. Atmosphere is very nice. Great music, with a gorgeous bar in the center of the restaurant. Service was also very attentive. And the manager came over to see how everything was going close to the end of the meal. I will definitely be back here.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 25, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience2
They ripped us off on the hookah not giving us a price list and then telling us it’s $100 and we can only pay cash. Super shady way of conducting business we will never come back here again.
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batel
Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely love this place ,amazing food and very good vibes 🔥
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TaxFreeCorners
Greater Boston
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2022
overall2food1service1ambience3
I live right near the restaurant, decided to check it out since i never been. I decided to pay valet for the spot in front of the restaurant and when i got to the entrance, I couldn’t tell who the host was to communicate about my reservation because every staff was busy conversating and walking around doing nothing. I walk in and didn’t get no help. Walked right out and realize who the front door host was. She sat us down. After that No server came to check up to ask for an order within the next 15-20 min and it was clear that they weren’t busy with other tables. Will not be coming back it was a waste of time sitting down and waiting on the staff there. But the place is beautiful and got lots of potential. Just need to train the staff a little better because it can miss out on a lot of customer’s money that’s trying to spend
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2022
overall5food2service1ambience5
Amazing fabulous Vibe! Fabulous DJ And dancer! Horrible service super unorganized staff They took out food when we were not even done while we were dancing. Food was mixed up with other tables.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was super good. We’ll definitely be back. Be warned, the music was sooooooooo loud, it was hard to hear even the person sitting right next to you. This would not be the place to go on a Friday night if you need to discuss business.
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Jasmine
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
I love it here. It gives me a legit flashback to Israel. The food is delicious and portions are great, especially if you're sharing. The vibes are truly immaculate. Come here for a really fun experience
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FAQs

Basbussa is rated 4.5 stars by 91 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

8338 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048-4311

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Orlando St.
Neighborhood
Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Wed, Sun 6:00 pm–12:00 am Tue, Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–2:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sigal Zaafrani
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.Basbussa.com/
Phone number
(323) 452-9250
Catering
We accept private events & cater up to 150 guests
Private party facilities
We accept private events up to 150 guests
Private party contact
Sigal: (347) 755-4478

Basbussa

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Saturday Night special dinner party

Main

Pull-Apart Challa Bread$12.00

Mazza

Hummus$15.00

Marinated Olives$15.00

Labneh$15.00

House Pickles$15.00

Babaganush$15.00

Tzatziki$15.00

Potatoes$15.00

Baghrir

Salmon$24.00

Chicken$24.00

Short Ribs$24.00

Flatbreads

Short Rib$36.00

Shawarma$36.00

Spicy Margarita$23.00

Casa-Blanca$34.00

Appetizers

Tuna Tartare*$23.00

Börek Cheese Rolls$21.00

Baladi Eggplant$17.00

Cauliflower$24.00

Beets$21.00

Moroccan Carrots$17.00

Spicy Tuna Croquettes*$21.00

Spicy Chicken Tenders$24.00

Salads

Caesar$24.00

Shirazi$24.00

Fresh Mozzarella$24.00

Main to Share

Hanging Tender Steak Skewer$57.00

Grilled Chicken Skewer$39.00

Kebabs Casserole "Kofta B'siniyah"$39.00

Lamb Chops$89.00

Short Ribs$96.00

Branzino$44.00

Schnitzel$38.00

Sides

Potatoes$15.00

Vermachilli Rice$9.00

House Salad$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Dining areas

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