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Lemon Zest

74 W Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre, CA 91024

Why go

Mediterranean cafe with kabobs, gyros and fresh fast-casual dishes.

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The story

About Lemon Zest

The inspiration

Lemon Zest is built around a modern take on classic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, made with high-quality fresh ingredients¹ .

Who's behind it

Owner Armen Mehrabi has led the cafe's growth across the Los Angeles area, including the Sierra Madre location¹ . The restaurant has been operating since 2011² .

What to order

Popular dish

Chicken Breast Kabob Plate²

a core entree served with rice, salad, or half and half

Chipotle Chicken Wrap: a spicy popular item that keeps diners coming back^2,3
Vegan Beef Lule Kabob: the menu's plant-based take on a classic kabob, part of a wider vegan selection²
Greek Loaded Fries: fries topped with feta, Kalamata olives, pickled cabbage, and Greek sauce²

Sources

1. WhatNow (opens in a new tab): Lemon Zest Cafe Opening in La Reina Plaza (Apr 28, 2021)
2. Lemon Zest Cafe (opens in a new tab): Fast Casual Dining in Los Angeles - Lemon Zest Cafe & Restaurant
3. Daily News / Los Angeles Daily News (opens in a new tab): For Mediterranean food that stands out, visit Lemon Zest Café (Dec 1, 2021)

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