Banadir Somali Restaurant

Amazing service and food! All of the staff were amazing, and really explained how to eat Somali food. The food was top notch, full of flavor. If you eat in, you get a complimentary soup, which was very nice with soft potatoes and other vegetables. The platters are enormous- with rice, a salad, and your choice of meat. These meats are well cooked and flavorful, and the rice is very nice. Well worth a stop if in the area

I highly recommend Banadir Somali restaurant with a big thumbs up! Despite being a small family-owned Halal establishment, their food is truly exceptional. Their Beef Rice is a must-try, and their Cinnamon tea works wonders in aiding digestion. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make it a delightful dining experience.

Let me tell you about the suffering I experienced here and maybe you can learn from my mistakes. First, I decided to wear pants that fitted me well. That was my biggest mistake. The food was so good, so so delicious, I had to undo the button and zipper because my stomach was bursting from being greedy. If you're coming here, make sure you wear something loose. Second, you should make sure you have something to do right after this. Luckily, I had a plane to catch. Otherwise, I might have stood there and drank all their tea. It's so refreshing and suited for any time or weather of the day. Don't worry about drinking too much, there is a nice clean toilet convenient for you. The owner and workers are super friendly, they make you feel like you're a regular there, even if it's your first time. I highly recommend you come here, this is the BEST place. But remember my tips, else you'll suffer like me.

This was my first time trying Somalian food and boy, it was delicious 😋 I concur with most of the reviews, it doesn't have much of a store front and it truly is one of those hidden jewels of LA. The chef/owner (I think) greeted us with a warm and big smile that immediately draws you in. The food is fantastic, I ordered the salmon and my friend ordered the lamb. A MUST TRY and get hooked kind of place. I unfortunately don't live close by, else they would see me every day.

Honestly, they are really nice. If you are dine-in they offer free soup. Also, if you want to take out they give you a banana and a water bottle for free, such a kind restaurant. Besides that their tastes are really good. One of the most fav dish of mine is beef and rice. One more thing, this is halal restaurant.