Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Bel-Air

Some of the dishes were phenomenal, like the Brussel sprouts side dish, sauce for the salmon, the focaccia bread with butter/honey, and berries with Chantilly cream. Ambience was cozy, felt like being in a different country. Fun.

First thing we noticed was how the music set the tone (literally) for the night. We were greeted by the awesome sounds of a great playlist that seemed to fit the theme of a classic throwback restaurant (I’m not sure if I can explain what I mean, something about the ambiance took me back to when my family and I would make a big event about eating a fancy dinner). Anyways, my husband and I decided to look at the menu days in advance, but we couldn’t help but want everything. What we ended up choosing was: Calamari Frites, Kale Caesar Salad, Mushroom Scallops, Grilled Lion’s Mane Steak, and Eggplant Shortrib. And yes, the calamari was AMAZING. We couldn’t believe that it wasn’t real calamari. We just had to ask our server and she revealed to us that it was oyster mushrooms (yeah that makes sense, it has a great texture). The Caesar salad is sort of misleading because it doesn’t look like a big serving, but it’s very filling. The eggplant shortrib and the grilled lion’s mane steak came out, and my husband looked delighted and confused. “Wait this can’t be plant-based, can it?” The steak was delicious. The shortrib was good, but we preferred the steak for sure. We’ll be definitely be coming back to try more of the menu. Our next treat: the pizzas hopefully.

We have been to three different Bacari locations throughout the years and have really enjoyed them. This one was equally as good, if not better. My husband and I had a late lunch there and it did not disappoint. We had the gem salad, lentil stew, braised beef cheeks, and the pear & brie pizza. All were delicious! We look forward to going back soon as there were so many other items on the menu that we want to have. The wine was good and so was the service. The only note I would have is - I did not enjoy the background music. Like at all. I don’t think it went with the Bacari vibe, nor this particular location. But that’s just my personal opinion. Other than that, great experience!

Excellent service from Jess. Generous portions, attractively presented.

Wonderful service on Christmas day for brunch. Food was good and the staff was very friendly and responsive.