"If you love Bavel as much as we do, you know that this upscale Middle Eastern spot in the Arts District is a little tricky to get into—particularly if you’re with a group. So just walk into the bar area where all the seats are first come, first serve and you can order from the dinner menu. That includes the lamb neck shawarma, decadent oxtail tagine, and our personal favorite, the flaky malawach with dill creme fraiche and strawberry zhoug. This is a particularly great option if you’re by yourself or with a coworker after a long day at the office. " - nikko duren, sylvio martins, brant cox