February 18, 2008
Olive Branch
Olive Branch restaurant in La Crescenta is a unique experience. Their motto is “Good food, good life,” and they mean it. Voted the Best Armenian Restaurant by the Foothill’s Best 2005 Reader’s Choice and its obvious why.
They are committed to serving healthy, delicious food in an environment of good service, quality and peace. Some standout house specialties are; split pea beef stew and pomegranate chicken stew. They also serve scrumptious kebab plates with all types of meat; from chicken and Cornish game hen, to salmon and filet mignon, all served with basmati rice, barbecued vegetables or a salad.
If you are looking for some appetizers, salads and soups, they offer stuffed grape leaves, hummus, and a variety of fresh salads. And don’t forget dessert, the Olive Branch has a delicious saffron rice pudding, enjoy it with a hot cup of Armenian coffee.
Olive Branch is located at 3658 Foothill Blvd., in La Crescenta, 91214. For reservations, take out and catering call 818-248-9876 or email feedback@iloveolivebranch.com. Hours of operation are Tues-Thurs, 11:30am to 9pm, Fri-Sat, 11:30am to 10pm and Sun, 12pm to 9pm.
Mary T said,
April 15, 2008 at 4:14 pm
I love their saffron rice pudding and coffee, it’s to die for.
DarrylHub said,
April 17, 2008 at 5:15 am
Best Hummus ever!
AprilShowers said,
April 17, 2008 at 5:16 am
Are you kidding? Saffron rice pudding, I’ve got to go.
Darlynnsin said,
April 25, 2008 at 7:47 pm
That Pomegranate Chicken stew sounds awesome.
Houdinime said,
April 25, 2008 at 7:47 pm
Seriously, I’ve never heard of anything like it. I wanna go and try it.
marshanbobbi said,
May 2, 2008 at 5:44 am
Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm chicken stew, I’ll even have it in the summer.
barbara88 said,
May 19, 2008 at 12:17 am
I really like their BBQ vegetables, great for the summer. Always great service and nice people working there. I highly recommend to anyone who wants great food.
tonyp said,
June 2, 2008 at 4:43 pm
definitely a 4 star place. I enjoyed the stew, it was delicious. Also great service, very friendly people working there.
markos said,
June 2, 2008 at 4:44 pm
I really enjoy this place. Think it is the most authentic food in LA. Inexpensive and great service as well. A winner for anyone looking for Armenian and Persian cuisine in Los Angeles.