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Bavel

Celebrated Middle Eastern restaurant in the Arts District with shareable plates and open-air dining.

DTLAFoodieRomantic$100–200AnniversaryLong-TermNew CoupleEveningTonight
Address500 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Venue typeRestaurant
Price level3

Best for

Food lovers, special occasions, impressing a date

Avoid if

You want a quiet, cheap dinner

What to wear

Smart casual

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