Carousel Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)
Carousel Restaurant, located in Glendale, CA, is a hidden gem offering a fusion of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. With a variety of vegan and vegetarian options, this restaurant caters to all dietary preferences. Customers rave about the warm hospitality of Bassam, the knowledgeable concierge who enhances the dining experience. The mezze dishes are a standout, bursting with authentic flavors that transport you to the Mediterranean. The large mezza platters are perfect for sharing with friends and family, showcasing the best of Armenian cuisine. The lively atmosphere, complete with live music and a vibrant veranda, adds to the overall dining experience. Whether dining in or taking out, Carousel Restaurant stands out for its consistency in delivering fresh, flavorful dishes every time.
Cold Appetizers
Hammos
Garbanzo with sesame seed oil, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic
Mutabbal (Baba Gannuj)
Roasted eggplant, mixed with garlic, sesame seed oil, tahini, and lemon juice
Muhammara
A spicy dip of crushed walnuts, red pepper paste, and pomegranate molasses
Tabbuleh
Chopped parsley, cracked wheat, tomatoes, onion, lemon juice, and olive oil
Sarma
Fresno grape leaves, stuffed with rice and vegetables
Kebbah Nayyeh (Chi-Kofa)
Lebanese steak tartar is made with fresh beef and cracked wheat. Served flat, topped with a special salad.
Kebbeh Orfaliyeh (Ourfa Style Chi-Kofta)
Ourfa style chi-kofta. Armenian steak tarter made with finely minced fresh filet mignon, bulgur, onion, and parsley. Served in chunks with a special salad.
Red Tabbuleh (Eech)
Bulgur mixed with sauteed tomatoes, onions, and fresh herbs
Kebbeh Batata
Mashed oven-roasted potatoes mixed with bulgur. Served with sauteed onion and peppery sauce.
Mousakka
Eggplants, baked with onions, tomatoes, chickpeas, and peppers
Jajek
A mixture of yogurt, diced cucumbers, mint, and a dash of garlic
Shanklish Salad
Aged lebanese spicy cheese mixed with onions, tomatoes, and olive oil
Jalapeno Salad
Chopped tomatoes, pickled and fresh jalapenos tossed with lemon juice and olive oil
Oberjin Salad
Roasted eggplant, mixed with fresh-cut vegetables and citrus dressing
Basterma
Batenjan
Fried eggplants topped with vinegar, cilantro, and spices
Cheese Plate
Served with tomatoes, olives, carrots, and fresh mint
Fried Liver (Sawda Maklieh)
Pan-fried liver served with tomatoes, garlic, and green peppers
Arayes
Minced beef mixed with tomatoes, parsley, onion, and spices
Basterma Rkaat
Rolls of scentless Armenian pastrami and four kinds of cheese in the paper-thin dough
Falafel Mezza
Spheres of crushed chickpeas and spices fried and served with lettuce, tomatoes, parsley, and tahini
Cheese Fatayer (Boreg)
Turnovers stuffed with white cheese and pan-fried
Fatteh Oberjhin
Toasted pita, fried eggplant topped with yogurt sauce with a dash of garlic, and roasted pine nuts
Filet Sautee Appetizer
Filet mignon sauteed with onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, and pepper paste
Frog Legs Provencial
Pan-fried frog legs, sauteed with lemon juice, garlic, and cilantro
Frri (Quail)
Pan-fried and sauteed with sumac pepper and citrus sauce
Fool Mudammas Appetizer
Fava bean stew with chick peas, garlic, parsley, tomatoes, olive oil, and lemon juice. Served with tomatoes, peppers, onion, and mint.
Jhawaneh Provencial
Pan-fried chicken drumettes sauteed with lemon juice, garlic, and cilantro
Kellaj
Lebanese Halloum cheese, layered in a pita with tomatoes, mint, peppers, and grilled
Kebbeh
Fried meat pie, stuffed with beef, onion, and pine nut
Maaknek (Maaneh)
Carousel-made Lebanese sausage sauteed served in a citrus pomegranate sauce
Mantee (Shish Barak)
Mini meat pies, oven-baked, and topped with tomato and yogurt sauces
Sambousek
Fried meat pie, stuffed with beef, onion, and pine nut
Chicken Shawerma Appetizer
Broiled marinated chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, tahini, and special garlic sauce
Soujuk Banadoura
Carousel-made Armenian sausage and garlic broiled on tomato slices
Shrimp Kebab Appetizer
Shrimp Kebab marinated with lemon, garlic, cilantro, and spices. Charbroiled and served on a bed of garlic lemon wine sauce.
Soujuk Jeben (Quesadilla)
Carousel-made Armenia sausage grilled with cheese in a flour tortilla
Vegan Mantee
Mushrooms, spinach, and quinoa topped with vegan tomato sauce and cashew milk yogurt.
Soujouk And Eggs
Carousel-made Armenian Sausage scrambled with eggs
Hot Appetizers
Soup & Salad
Lentil Soup
Fattoush Salad
Cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, peppers, parsley, spices, toasted pita chips, and verdolaga with sumac-citrus vinaigrette.
Armenian Salad
Sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and lettuce with oregano-citrus vinaigrette
Cabbage Salad
Thin slices of cabbage, cucumbers, and tomatoes with citrus dressing
Greek Salad
Armenian salad with citrus-mint vinaigrette topped with feta cheese and Kalamata olives.
Chicken Shawerma Plate
Broiled marinated chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, tahini, and garlic sauce. Served with your choice of two sides.
Mom's Beuftek Plate
Butterfield filet mignon, pan perfected with sauteed onions. Served with your choice of two sides.
Lamb Kastaleta (Chops) Plate
Choice center-cut lamb chops, seasoned, and char-broiled. Served with your choice of two sides.
Liver Sautee Plate
Veal liver dices, sauteed with onions and spices. Served with your choice of two sides.
Filet Sautee Plate
Filet mignon sauteed with onions, mushrooms, tomato, and fresh pepper paste. Served with your choice of two sides.
Ourpha Kebab Plate
Minced beef skewered with Italian eggplant, broiled with spiced tomatoes. Served with your choice of two sides.
Specialty Entree Plates
Kebab Entree by the Pound
Yogurt Kebab By The Pound
Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips
Khash-Khash Kebab By The Pound
Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips
Chicken Breast Kebab (Shish Tawook) By The Pound
Come with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips
Chicken Lula Kebab (Kafta) By The Pound
Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips
Filet Shish Kebab (Lahem Meshwey) By The Pound
Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips
Beef Lula Kebab (Kafta) By The Pound
Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips
Lamb Shish Kebab By The Pound
Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips
Veal Liver Kebab By The Pound
Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips. Fresh marinated cubed veal, broiled and topped with cumin.
Yogurt Kebab (Kafta) Plate
Beef lula topped with warm yogurt, and roasted pine nuts. Served with your choice of side dishes. Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips.
Khash Khash Kebab (Kafta) Plate
Beef Lula, garlic, and lightly spiced broiled tomatoes. Served with your choice of side dishes. Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips.
Chicken Breast Kebab (Shish Tawook) Plate
Boneless, skinless chicken breast meat. Served with your choice of side dishes. Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips.
Chicken Lula Kebab (Kafta) Plate
Minced lean chicken, minced onions, and parsley. Served with your choice of side dishes. Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips.
Filet Shish Kebab (Lahem Meshwey) Plate
Cubed beef filet mignon. Served with your choice of side dishes. Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips.
Beef Lula Kebab (Kafta) Plate
Minced lean beef, minced onions, and parsley. Served with your choice of side dishes. Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips.
Lamb Shish Kebab Plate
Fresh marinated cubed veal, broiled and topped with cumin. Served with your choice of side dishes. Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips.
Veal Liver Kebab Plate
Fresh marinated cubed veal, broiled and topped with cumin. Served with your choice of side dishes. Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips.
Carousel Combo Kebab Plate
Served with broiled tomatoes, peppers, onion-parsley mix, seasoned pita, and pickled turnips. Your choice of any two authentic kebabs and sides.
Kebab Entree Plates
Vegetarian & Seafood Plates
Falafel Plate
Spheres of crushed chick peas and spices, fried and served with lettuce, tomatoes, parsley, and tahini sauce. Served with your choice of two sides.
Mousakka Plate
Eggplant baked with onions, tomatoes, chick peas, and peppers. Served with your choice of two sides.
Shrimp Kebab Plate
Marinated with lemon, garlic, cilantro, and spices. Charbroiled and served on a bed of garlic lemon wine sauce. Served with your choice of two sides.
Whole Red Snapper Plate
Pan-fried, prepared, and served Lebanese style. Served with tarator (tahini and parsley) sauce and fried pita bread. Served with your choice of two sides.
Whole Mediterranean Sea Bass
Pan-fried, prepared, and served Lebanese style. Served with tarator (tahini and parsley) sauce and fried pita bread. Served with your choice of two sides.
Fool Mudammas Plate
Grilled salmon, marinated with parsley, cilantro, oil, lemon juice, garlic, spices, and salt. Served with baked vegetables. Served with your choice of two sides.
Jebel Moussa Plate
Falafel, hammos, mousakka and mutabbal. Served with your choice of side.
Vegetarian Delight Plate
Assortment of hammos (chic pea dip), mutobbal (eggplant dip), tabbuleh (parsley salad), muhammara (spicy walnut dip), and sarma (stuffed grape leaves). Served with a choice of side.
The Great Fattoush Salad
Large fattoush salad mixed with lettuce
The Great Greek Salad
Large Greek salad mixed with lettuce
Salmon Kebab By The Pound
Grilled salmon, marinated with parsley, cilantro, oil, lemon juice, garlic, spices, and salt
Shrimp Kebab By The Pound
Marinated with lemon, garlic, cilantro, and spices charbroiled and served on a bed of garlic lemon wine sauce
Seafood Entree by the Pound
Sandwiches
Falafel Sandwich
Spheres of crushed chick peas and spices, lettuce, tomatoes, parsley, pickled turnips, and tahini sauce
Shawerma Sandwich
Your choice of protein, flame-broiled, onion parsley mix, and tomatoes
Soujouk Press Sandwich
Homemade Armenian beef sausage, hummus, tomatoes, and pickled turnips
Chicken Breast Press Sandwich
Garlic sauce, tomatoes, and parsley
Filet Shish Kebab Sandwich
Cubed beef filet mignon, onion-parsley mix, tomatoes, pickled turnips, and spices
Lamb Shish Kebab Sandwich
Cubed lamb filet, onion-parsley mix, tomatoes, pickled turnips, and spices
Lula Sandwich
Your choice of protein, onion, parsley, tomatoes, and pickled turnips
Veal Liver Kebab Sandwich
Cubed veal liver, onion-parsley mix, tomatoes, pickled turnips, and spices
Potato Fries
Fresh cut potato fries
Antakali Bread
pieces. Two large pitas, stuffed with tomatoes, onion, parsley, and spices are toasted on grill.
Side Kawerma (Ground Beef)
Sauteed ground beef, onions, and pine nuts
Garlic Sauce
Tahini Sauce
Special Garlic Sauce
Pickled Turnips & Marinated Olives
Pack Plain Pita
Steamed Veggies
Bulgar Pilaf
Rice Pilaf
Sides
Desserts
Ossmanlieh
Carousel-made ashta filled in a layer of baked and shredded dough
Ash El Sarraya
Carousel-made ashta and dough topped with crushed pistachios
Ashta B'Teen
Carousel-made ashta topped with caramelized figs, sesame seed, and fig jam.
Tiramisu
Coffee-flavored Italian dessert
Mafroukeh Bel-Festuk
Carousel Made Baklava
Made with walnuts
Carousel Made Pistachio Basma
Made with pistachio
Soda
Your choice of Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, and more
American Coffee
A shot of espresso with hot water
Armenian Coffee
Freshly roasted black coffee with water
Espresso Shot
Strong black coffee with a natural layer of crema on top
Cappuccino
Shot of espresso with a layer of velvety steamed milk and a layer of microfoam on top