Mini Kabob, an authentic Armenian restaurant in Glendale, is preparing to expand its offerings into Westlake Village at 4000 E Thousand Oaks Boulevard, Space C1.
Mini Kabob was recently announced as a new tenant coming to the Neighborly, a “curated food hall” set to open in December 2024, according to a representative from the company. Signage on the door suggests other tenants set for the upcoming hood hall include Joan’s On Third (grab-and-go prepared family meals), Gaby’s (salads, sandwiches, and bowls), The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills, and Social Monk. Mini Kabob is currently found in Glendale at 313 1/2 West Vine Street.
Ovakim and Alvard Martirosyan immigrated to the US from Armenia to pursue a brighter future for their family, according to the company’s website. They took over Mini Kabob in 1987, initially founded by a Persian Armenian named Ara. The Martirosyans brought their authentic Armenian recipes with Egyptian influences from their great-grandparents’ heritage. In 2015, their son Armen Martirosyan joined Mini Kabob, diligently refining recipes and earning recognition from local media and TV outlets, propelling the restaurant to international acclaim. Notably featured in the Los Angeles Times’ 101 Best Restaurants and the New York Times’ Top 50 nationwide, Mini Kabob has become a global destination.
“Now, with the addition of Armen’s wife, Katya Martirosyan, to the team, Mini Kabob is poised for expansion, offering catering services and preparing for a prosperous future while maintaining its unique, homey kitchen atmosphere,” according to the company’s website. “Every day, the Martirosyans craft their recipes from scratch, infusing each plate with a palpable love and creating a dining experience akin to visiting their family kitchen.”
