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Laili Restaurant
101B Cooper St
Santa Cruz, US-CA 95060
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Lunch
Where Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors meet for a truly unforgettable dining experience.
Appetizers
Mediterranean plate
$15.00
hummus, tabbouleh, babaghanoush, cucumber yogurt
Maush-awa soup
$15.00
5 bean soup with braised lamb, qurut yogurt
Vegetarian Maush-awa soup
$14.00
5 bean soup, qurut yogurt
Kadoo boranee
$16.00
butternut squash, garlic, qurut yogurt, mint
Bolani
$15.00
crispy flatbread filled with your choice of spinach or butternut squash
Salads
Add: Chicken $12, Grilled Prawns $14
Mixed greens
pomegranate seeds, cardamom-herb dressing
- half $11.00
- full $14.00
Moroccan beet salad
$16.00
turmeric, coriander, marinated beets, wild arugula, goat cheese
Cilantro caesar salad
romaine, cilantro, mint, parmesan, house made naan crisps
- Half $12.00
- Full $16.00
Greek salad
romaine, feta, kalamata, tomato, cucumber, onion, lemon vinaigrette
vegetarian
- Half $13.00
- Full $17.00
Spinach salad
pickled onion, candied walnuts, seared halloumi, balsamic vinaigrette
vegetarian
- Half $14.00
- Full $18.00
Wraps and Flatbreads*
Veggie wrap
$18.00
hummus, wild arugula, cucumbers, tomato, red onion
Saffron chicken wrap
$20.00
wild arugula, tomato, red onion
Lamb wrap
$20.00
wild arugula, tomato, red onion
Eggplant parmesan flatbread
$20.00
caramelized onions, fresh tomato sauce, qurut yogurt, mint
Grilled chicken flatbread
$22.00
parmesan, apricot chutney, medjool dates, pomegranate, mint
Pear gorgonzola flatbread
$20.00
caramelized onion, balsamic reduction, microgreens
Entrees
Arugula pesto
$22.00
house made pasta, sundried tomato, kalamata olives, artichoke hearts
Salmon pasta
$29.00
house made fettuccine, creamy tomato basil sauce, capers
Braised lamb pasta
$29.00
house made fettuccine, tomato cream sauce, zucchini, green onion
Pomegranate eggplant
$25.00
saffron basmati rice, chard, caramelized onion, qurut yogurt
Roasted cauliflower
$25.00
chickpeas, tomato ginger sauce, saffron basmati rice, salata
Pomegranate chicken kabob
$26.00
saffron basmati rice, arugula
Filet Mignon Kabob
$34.00
Filet Mignon with a garlic lime sauce, kabuli rice, mixed vegetables
Lamb kabob
$36.00
saffron basmati rice, arugula
Trout
$29.00
lemon, parsley, garlic, saffron basmati rice, salata
Lamb Burger
$25.00
topped with mint aioli, butternut leaf lettuce, red onion, tomato, and swiss cheese, mix greens: served with roasted paprika potatoes and mix greens salad
Lunch Combo
Two of the following items $22, All three of the following items $29
Bolani
butternut squash or spinach
Maush awa soup
with lamb or vegetarian
Mixed greens
20% of the shared item will be added for split plates, kids menu available
Appetizers
Mediterranean Plate
$15.00
hummus, tabbouleh, babaghanoush, cucumber yogurt
Maush-Awa Soup
$15.00
5 bean soup, lentils, split peas, braised lamb, qurut yogurt
Vegetarian Maush-Awa Soup
$14.00
5 bean soup, lentils, split peas, qurut yogurt
Kadoo Boranee
$16.00
butternut squash, garlic, qurut yogurt, mint
Mantoo
$15.00
ground beef and onion dumplings, tomato sauce, yellow split peas, qurut yogurt
Aushak
$14.00
leek dumplings, chard, lentils, qurut yogurt
Bolani
$15.00
fried turnover filled with choice of butternut squash or spinach
Eggplant Parmesan Flatbread
$20.00
caramelized onions, fresh tomato sauce, qurut yogurt, mint
Apricot Chicken Flatbread
$22.00
parmesan, medjool dates, pomegranate, mint
Pear Gorgonzola Flatbread
$20.00
caramelized onion, balsamic reduction, microgreens
Salads
Add: Chicken $16, Grilled Prawns $18
Mixed Greens
cardamom-herb dressing, pomegranate seeds
- half $11.00
- full $14.00
Beet Salad
$16.00
turmeric, coriander, marinated beets, wild arugula, goat cheese
Cilantro Caesar Salad
romaine, cilantro, mint, parmesan, house made naan crisps
- Half $12.00
- Full $16.00
Greek Salad
romaine, feta, kalamatas, tomato, cucumber, red onion, lemon mint vinaigrette
- Half $13.00
- Full $17.00
Spinach Salad
pickled onion, candied walnuts, seared halloumi cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
- Half $14.00
- Full $18.00
Entrees
Add to Pasta: Chicken $16, Grilled Prawns $18
Anar Chicken
$35.00
roasted chicken hindquarter with pomegranate sauce, saffron basmati rice, mixed veg.
Lamb Shank
$42.00
braised lamb, kabuli rice, mixed vegetables
Beef Koubideh Kabob
$29.00
ground beef skewers, saffron basmati rice, mixed vegetables
Chicken Kabob
$32.00
chicken breast skewer, saffron basmati rice, mixed vegetables
Filet Mignon Kabob
$42.00
Filet Mignon with a garlic lime sauce, kabuli rice, mixed vegetables
Lamb Kabob
$42.00
lamb tenderloin skewer, kabuli rice, mixed vegetables
Pomegranate Eggplant
$29.00
saffron basmati rice, chard, caramelized onion, qurut yogurt
Roasted Cauliflower
$29.00
chickpeas, tomato ginger sauce, saffron basmati rice, qurut yogurt, salata
Braised Lamb Pasta
$29.00
house made fettuccine, tomato cream sauce, zucchini, carrot, green onion, parsley
Salmon Pasta
$29.00
house made fettuccine, creamy tomato basil sauce, capers
Arugula Pesto Pasta
$25.00
house made fettuccine, sundried tomatoes, kalamata olives, artichoke hearts
- chicken
- $16.00
- prawns
- $18.00
Trout
$34.00
pan roasted with lemon garlic sauce, saffron basmati rice, salata
Salmon
$36.00
filet with dill dijon sauce, saffron basmati rice, chard, caramelized onion
Koobideh Burger
$25.00
topped with mint aioli, arugula, caramelized, gorgonzola cheese, served with roasted paprika potatoes and mix greens salad
vegan / gluten free options available; 20% of the shared item will be added for split plates.
Desserts
Pistachio Cardamom Ice Cream
$8.00Old Tyme Vanilla Ice Cream
$11.00
with Crushed Walnuts, Pomegranate Sauce and Pomegranate Seeds
Baklava
$8.00Ice Cream topped with Baklava
$14.00Rose Meringue
$12.00
with Balsamic Strawberries, Chantilly Crème, pistachio crumbles and mint oil
Chocolate Mousse with Sabayon Crème
$11.00Cardamom Crème Brûlée
$11.00Flourless Chocolate Torte
$9.00
with Raspberry Purée
White
Vinho Verde, Portugal Broadbent
light, lemon-lime, fruity
- Glass $12.00
- Bottle $44.00
Albariño, Vionta, 20 Rias Braxias, Spain
zesty, crisp, delicate floral aromas, notes of citrus and merality
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $56.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Morgan 22 Monterey
Flavors of citrus pith, peach, and grapefruit are lively and refreshing. The small touch of oak accents the bright acidity by adding elegant texture. An incredibly food-versatile wine, it's a natural match for prawns, trout, and lighter salads.
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $56.00
Chardonnay, Santa Cruz, California 21 Storrs
full, notes of ripe fruit, caramel, and oak
- Glass $16.00
- Bottle $60.00
Talley Chardonnay 21, San Luis Obispo Coast
Aromas of lemon curd, plum blossom and almond paste lead to flavors of meyer lemon, graham, pineapple and marcona almond. The finish is complex and long. Pair this wine with salmon or chicken kabob.
- Glass $17.00
- Bottle $64.00
Pinot Grigio, Domenica, Trentino, Italy
Brilliant straw yellow color with notes of sweet chamomile and lilac on the nose which fade into scents of white stone fruit. The initial taste is ample, rich, and soft. pairing best with salmon, anar chicken
- Glass (Glass) $13.00
- Bottle (Bottle) $52.00
Pink
Rosé, Birichino Vin Gris, Santa Cruz
Aromas of stone fruits, hibiscus, and watermelon dominate the perfume, with the ever-delightful Cinsault contributing the violet top note
- Glass $14.00
- Bottle $52.00
Red
Pinot Noir, Santa Cruz Mountains, California '14 Storrs
full mouth feel, fruit driven, notes of toasty vanilla
- Glass $18.00
- Bottle $68.00
Tempranillo, Costers del Segre Sapin '21 Raimat
intense dark cherry fruit, notes of spice, silky texture with an elegant finish
- Glass $13.00
- Bottle $48.00
Zinfandel, Ridge Three Valleys, 21, Sonoma County, California
dark cherry and black currant fruit, balanced acidity with fine tannins on the finish
- Glass $19.00
- Bottle $72.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Francis Ford Coppola-Diamond Collection, Paso Robles
rich blackberry, bay laurel, mocha, toasted oak and vanilla
organic
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $56.00
Malbec, Graffigna Glorious Selection
Alluring violet-red in color, this wine boasts fresh fruit aromas which balance the delicacy of the violets with notes from aging in oak. Excellent fruit concentration and elegant. Great with filet kebab, lamb kebab, lamb pasta
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $56.00
Raymond, Reserve Selection, Cabernet Sauvignon 19, Napa Valley
Welcoming red fruit aromas waft from the glass in this 2019 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Waves of red currants and plum sauce roll across the palate with notes of red licorice and spice-dusted blackberry fruit flavors. Full-bodied with fine-grained tannins, the finish has a hint of caramel and lingers
- Bottle $95.00
Red Schooner by Caymus / Voyage 11, Argentina
Grapes for this Malbec are grown in the Andes Mountains of Argentina, then chilled and transported by ocean voyage to Caymus, where we use our winemaking techniques to create a style that is dense, dark and supple. Falling outside standard labeling rules, Red Schooner does not include a vintage date but is known by the voyage from which it traveled. Strikingly smooth, with scents and flavors of dark fruit and fine, textural tannins
- Bottle $90.00
Sparkling
Torresella, Prosecco, Italy
Rich with floral and delicate fruit notes and crisp, clean finish of dancing bubbles
- Glass $13.00
- Bottle $48.00
Cava Brut Rose, Spain, Anna De Codorniu
Delicate red cherry colour. Fine and persistent bubbles. It is elegant and light. Well balanced between acidity and sweetness with a refreshing finish.
- Glass $15.00
- Bottle $56.00
Ca' del Bosco Franciacorta Cuvee Prestige Edizione 45, Italy
This beautiful sparkling wine shows a unique aromatic profile with spicy notes of spearmint and fresh oregano leaf. Beyond those vertical aromas are heavier tones of stone fruit, honeydew melon, and blanched almond
- Bottle $95.00
Zonin, Prosecco Rose, Italy
This delightful sparkler delivers aromas and flavors of crisp green apple, lime, white peach and a hint of sage. Vibrant acidity and invigorating bubbles offset the fruit flavors.
- Glass $13.00
- Bottle $48.00
Dessert
Tawny Porto, 10* Taylor Fladgate, Portugal
$12.00
Balanced fruit and alcohol, mildly sweet, long nutty finish
Porto Reserve, Bin 27, Portugal
$14.00
Rich Blackberry & cassis aromas with a velvety finish
Bottle
Weissbier non-alcoholic Germany Erdinger 330ml
$7.00Double IPA, Double Dog 12% Flying Dog Brewery, Maryland
$8.00Red Ale, 5.8% Boont, Anderson Valley
$7.00Old Rasputin stout, 9% north coast brewing co., Fort Bragg
$8.00Almanac, Big Love, Hazy Big Dipper 9.0% ALC/VOL
$10.00Paulaner, Hefeweizen, 5.5% ALC
$8.00Santa Cruz Scrumpy Pomegranate Hard Cider
$14.00Tap
Egyptian Cotton (Hazy Ipa) 6% WoodHouse Blending and Brewing, Santa Cruz
$12.00Early Bird (American Light Ale) 5.4% WoodHouse Blending and Brewing, Santa Cruz - 16oz
$12.00
organic
Laili Sour (Pomegranate), 6.7% WoodHouse Blending and Brewing, Santa Cruz - 16oz
$14.00
organic
Non-alcoholic
San Pellegrino
$8.00Iced Tea
$6.00Apple Juice
$6.00Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale
$6.00Lime Ginger Soda
$7.00
muddled citrus, ginger, mint, ginger ale
Qay Maaq Chai
$7.00
Traditional Afghan Sweet Tea, Cardamom, Milk (Hot Or Cold)
Hot Tea
$5.50
chamomile, rooibos honeybush caramel, organic green, oolong, white pomegranate,lavender earl grey, and english breakfast
Cardamom Honey Iced Coffee With Cream
$7.00French Press Coffee
organic, fair trade, dark roast
organic
- Sm $6.00
- Med $9.00
- Lrg $14.00
*sustainable
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General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
Afghan
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian
Greek
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
12:00pm - 2:30pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday:
12:00pm - 2:30pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Thursday:
12:00pm - 2:30pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Friday:
12:00pm - 2:30pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday:
12:00pm - 2:30pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Sunday:
Closed
About Us
Laili is an expression of the passion found in the Middle Eastern story of star-crossed lovers “Layla and Majnun”, popularized over 1,000 years ago. Rooted in the time-honored flavors of the Silk Road, our cuisine is a delicate balance of the rich flavors of the Mediterranean, infused with a unique Afghan twist. It is a dining oasis in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz, where the past meets the present, tradition meets modern customs and passion is realized.