NARA Mediterranean Bistro and Lounge Menu
NARA Mediterranean Bistro and Lounge is a hidden gem in Encino, CA, offering a blend of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. With a focus on providing exceptional service, this bistro offers a variety of vegan and vegetarian options, as well as catering services for special events. The ambiance is inviting, with both indoor and outdoor seating options, making it a perfect spot for dining, dancing, and enjoying hookah. Customers rave about the top-tier quality of the food, especially the flavorful meat dishes. The owners and staff display a genuine passion for creating a welcoming and homely atmosphere for all guests. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly dining experience or a lively night out with friends, NARA Mediterranean Bistro and Lounge is the place to be.
Cold Appetizers
Spicy Hummus
Spicy. Crushed chick peas with hot red chili sauce and topped with olive oil and nuts.
Fattoush
Favorite. Cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, peppers, parsley, toasted pita and lemon juice.
Mutabal
Smoked eggplant mixed with tahini, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil.
Labneh
Yogurt blended garnished with mint and topped with extra virgin olive oil.
Feta Cheese Platter
Feta cheese, cucumbers, tomatoes and fresh mint.
Shangleesh
Favorite. Aged spicy cheese mixed with with onions, tomatoes, peppers and olive oil.
Tzatziki
Yogurt, cucumber, garlic and dried mint.
Hummus
Favorite. Crushed chick peas blended with tahini, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil.
Eggplant With Yogurt
Fried eggplants diced with garlic and yogurt.
Nara Salad
Cucumbers, tomatoes, parsley, red onions, baby beets, garbanzo beans, in vinaigrette dressing.
Kibbi Nayyeh
Lebanese steak tartar made fresh with cracked wheat and virgin olive oil.
Beef Tongue
Beef tongue boiled and marinated with lemon, garlic and olive oil.
Warak Enab
Grape leaves stuffed with rice, vegetables and spices.
Habra Nayyeh
Lebanese steak tartar made fresh garnished with mint, onions and olive oil.
Tabbouleh
Chopped parsley, tomatoes, onions, cracked wheat, lemon juice and olive oil.
Soujuk
Spicy sausage sauteed with onions and tomatoes.
Grilled Vegetables
Vegetarian. Selection of fresh vegetables grilled to perfection.
Fool Modamas
Fava beans mixed with garbanzos cooked with lemon, olive oil and spices.
French Fries
Fresh cut potatoes fried to perfection.
Cheese Bourek ( Pieces)
Favorite. Fried thin flour dough and stuffed with cheese.
Maqaneq
Sauteed sausages with lemon juice glaze.
Kibbe Meqleyeh ( Pieces)
Favorite. Creamy spheres mix of ground beef and cracked wheat stuffed with minced beef, onions and pine nuts.
Frog Legs
Four pieces frog legs fried and marinated with lemon and garlic.
Falafel ( Pieces)
Favorite. A crispy croquette of fava and garbanzo beans with seasoning.
White Cheese Fried
White cheese encased in a crisp coating, deep-fried until golden.
Hummus Lahme
Crushed chick peas blended with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and topped with sauteed meat.
Battata Harra
Fresh cut potatoes sauteed with chili peppers, garlic and cilantro.
Chicken Liver
Sauteed chicken liver with onions, garlic, lemon, olive oil and pomegranate dressing.
Arayes ( Pieces)
Freshly made pitta bread topped with ground beef, tahini, and pine nuts.
Hot Appetizers
Soup
Lentil Soup - Cup
Lentil soup, offered in cup size. Option to choose bowl.
Beef Kebab Wrap
Tikka.
Falafel Laffa Wrap
Laffa bread wrapped falafel, choice of amba (pickled mango sauce) or tahini side.
Chicken Kebab Wrap
Minced chicken, seasoned and cooked, wrapped in flatbread with a fresh salad mix.
Grilled Veggie Wrap
Vegetarian.
Beef Shawarma Nara Style Wrap
Thinly sliced beef, marinated with Nara-style spices, wrapped in a soft pita with garlic sauce, lettuce, onions, and tomatoes.
Beef Kafta Kebab Wrap
Lule.
Chicken Shawarma Nara Style Wrap
Favorite.
White Cheese Panini
Grilled panini filled with a blend of white cheeses, typically includes a hint of garlic and herbs for added flavor.
Panini's and Wraps
Dinner
Beef Kebab Dinner
Tikka. One skewer of tenderloin marinated and charbroiled with special spices.
Chicken Schnitzel Milanese
Boneless breaded chicken breast seasoned and then fried.
Beef Kafta Dinner
Favorite. Luleh koobideh. Two skewers of home ground beef marinated and charbroiled with special spices.
Mixed Grill For People
Two skewers each of beef or chicken kafta, one skewer of beef kebab and chicken.
Beef Shawarma Nara Style Dinner
Beef fillet sliced and marinated with special spices and cooked to perfection.
Falafel Plate
Six pieces of falafel served with tahini sauce and salad.
Chicken Shawarma Nara Style Dinner
Favorite. Boneless, skinless chicken, lemon and olive oil, marinated and cooked to perfection.
Chicken Shish Tawooq Dinner
Favorite. One skewer of chicken breast marinated with garlic and spices charbroiled to perfection.
Vegan Combo Plate
Vegan. Hummus, Baba ghannouje, tabbouleh, three pieces warak enab and three pieces falafel.
Kastaletta Dinner
Lamb chops. Baby lamb chops marinated and grilled.
Shrimp Kebab
Seafood. Served with jumbo size.
Sea Bass
Favorite. Seafood. Served with whole fish.
Fillet Of Salmon Sautéed
Grilled. Seafood.
Shrimp Sauté
Seafood.
Seafood
Beverages
Evian
ml Bottle
Flavored Ice Tea
Brewed iced tea infused with a selection of natural fruit flavors.
Arabic Coffee
Traditionally prepared with finely ground coffee beans, often infused with cardamom. Served as a rich, aromatic drip coffee.
American Coffee
Smooth, rich espresso with hot water.
Tea
Tea selections featuring black or green tea options.
Juice
Fresh juice available in orange or pineapple flavors.
San Pellegrino
ml Bottle
Ice Tea
Refreshing chilled tea, perfectly brewed for a revitalizing experience.
Jallab
A refreshing drink made from dates, grape molasses, and rose water, typically served with pine nuts and raisins.
Fiji Water
ml Bottle
Perrier
Sparkling water, available in large or regular sizes.
