Omaya’s Lebanese Cuisine

Reviews

• MD

  Melvin Dizon

  4 days ago
  4.0
  I recently dined at Omaya’s Lebanese Cuisine, and it delivered a flavorful and well-balanced introduction to Lebanese cuisine in the Santa Clarita area. Located along Cinema Drive, the restaurant offers a welcoming and comfortable dining space that blends a modern casual setting with the warmth typical of Middle Eastern hospitality. The environment feels relaxed and inviting, making it an easy place to enjoy both casual meals and small gatherings. Lebanese cuisine is known for its emphasis on fresh ingredients, herbs, and balanced seasoning, and the menu here reflects those traditions well. Many dishes highlight olive oil, garlic, lemon, and herbs that create bright and aromatic flavors. The mezze-style appetizers were particularly enjoyable, offering a variety of small plates that allow diners to explore multiple flavors. Items such as hummus, baba ghanoush, and other traditional dips showed good balance and freshness. The grilled meats were another highlight of the meal. Lebanese cooking often relies on simple marinades and careful grilling techniques that allow the natural flavor of the meat to stand out. The meats were tender and well seasoned, with a pleasant char from grilling that added depth to the dishes. Served alongside rice, salads, and sauces such as garlic sauce or tahini, the plates felt balanced and satisfying. Another strength of the cuisine is its use of fresh vegetables and herbs. Salads and sides brought brightness to the meal, helping balance the richness of the grilled proteins. The flavors leaned toward citrus, herbs, and olive oil rather than heavy spices, which is characteristic of traditional Lebanese cooking. Service during the visit was friendly and attentive. Staff members were welcoming and comfortable explaining dishes for guests unfamiliar with Lebanese cuisine. The pacing of the meal felt smooth and unhurried, which allowed time to enjoy the various dishes. The overall atmosphere contributes positively to the experience. Omaya’s maintains a neighborhood restaurant feel where diners can enjoy authentic flavors in a relaxed and comfortable environment. Overall, Omaya’s Lebanese Cuisine offers a satisfying Lebanese dining experience with fresh ingredients, well-executed grilled dishes, and balanced Mediterranean flavors. It stands out as a strong option for anyone looking to explore Lebanese cuisine in the Santa Clarita area.
• SA

  Sevada Asheghian

  Feb 23, 2026
  3.0
  Ordered for delivery another subpar food joint in Santa Clarita. We don’t have any good options. Food is probably very unhealthy. Taste was OK. Nothing special and very expensive for what it was.
• RB

  Raul Barragan

  Feb 19, 2026
  5.0
  First time here. I had a khabab wrap, salad, red lentil soup, and desert. The portion sizes were just right. I would recommend.
• CS

  Carol Singh

  Feb 16, 2026
  5.0
  A warm hug on a plate! This is how I can best describe the food at Omaya’s. We were recommended to try this restaurant and thought to give it a try, and boy were we surprised in the best way possible! Upon arrival we were greeted by the staff with the friendliest smiles. Our server was very accommodating and efficient. Very easy to speak to and didn’t rush us at all. We ordered the mezze plate to start with and omg the falafel had us speechless. So fresh, light and oh so flavorful. Everything on that plate was so fresh and delicious! We then had the lamb chops which came with rice,hummus,pickled onions and salad. Those chops were the most juiciest and succulent chops I’ve ever had in my entire life!!! So tender and decadent. They were premium Australian lamb. My mouth is watering as I type this. My husband was so impressed that he wanted to try another dish so we ended up ordering the lamb shank, and I think that was the best decision we had made in a very long time because let me tell you…..this lamb shank was fall off the bone tender and the hearty stew was literally a warm hug to the soul. I felt like I was eating at someone’s house rather than a restaurant because of how home cooked it felt. Every dish at Omaya’s feels like it’s made with love and wrapped in warmth! Omaya herself came to our table and spent some time chatting with us. A very happy and humble person who cares about her customers and what goes on their tables. Every staff member was very friendly and caring. We felt so loved and appreciated at Omaya’s. If you’re looking for comfort food then this is the place to visit! The hospitality, food and pastries will not disappoint. Definitely going back!!
• CF

  Cora Fisher

  Feb 14, 2026
  5.0
  The food was amazing! I got the mezze platter and the family shawarma platter. It was lot of food but it was delicious! The baba ghanoush and the beef in the shawarma platter were particularly good. There was also complimentary dessert—baklava. One note is that it is rather expensive.