Laili Restaurant Menu
Laili Restaurant in downtown Santa Cruz offers a Mediterranean-Middle Eastern cuisine with a cozy and romantic ambiance. Known for its incredible food and service, Laili provides a diverse menu with pescatarian, vegan, and limited vegetarian options. The outdoor seating area is a favorite among customers for its lovely patio atmosphere. Customers rave about the unique and delicious appetizers, such as the squash dish, and the flavorful main dishes like the lamb shank and filet mignon kabobs. The rose meringue dessert is a standout, providing a perfect ending to a memorable meal. With friendly service, great ambiance, and exceptional food, Laili Restaurant is a must-visit spot for a casual date night or a special dining experience.
Appetizers
Mediterranean Plate
Comes with our Naan. Platter consisting of our hummus, tabbouleh, babaghanoush, cucumber yogurt
Kadoo Boranee
Comes with Naan. butternut squash, garlic, qurut yogurt, fresh mint
Maush-Awa Soup
Afghani bean soup with braised lamb and topped with garlic yogurt
Vegetarian Maush-Awa Soup
Afghani bean soup topped with garlic yogurt
Spinach Bolani
Fried Afghani turnover filled with spinach. Comes with chutneys.
Butternut Squash Bolani
Fried Afghani turnover filled with butternut squash. Comes with chutneys.
Mixed Bolani
Fried Afghani turnover. spinach and squash. Comes with chutneys.
Mantoo
ground beef and onion dumplings , tomato sauce, yellow split peas, qurut yogurt
Aushak
leek dumplings, chard, lentils, qurut yogurt
/ Mixed Greens
cardamom-herb dressing, pomegranate seeds
Large Mixed Greens
cardamom-herb dressing, pomegranate seeds
Beet Salad
turmeric, coriander, marinated beets, wild arugula, goat cheese
/ Cilantro Caesar Salad
romaine, cilantro, mint, parmesan, house made naan crisps
Large Cilantro Caesar Salad
romaine, cilantro, mint, parmesan, house made naan crisps
/ Greek Salad
romaine, feta, kalamatas, tomato, cucumber, red onion, lemon mint vinaigrette
Large Greek Salad
romaine, feta, kalamatas, tomato, cucumber, red onion, lemon mint vinaigrette
/ Spinach Salad
pickled onion, candied walnuts, seared halloumi cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
Large Spinach Salad
pickled onion, candied walnuts, seared halloumi cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
Salads
Flatbreads
Apricot Chicken Flatbread
Thin Flatbread with apricot chutney base, chicken, parmesan, medjool dates, pomegranate, fresh mint
Eggplant Parmesan Flatbread
Thin flatbread with eggplant, caramelized onions, fresh tomato sauce, qurut yogurt, mint
Pear Gorgonzola Flatbread
Thin flatbread with gorgonzola cheese, pears, caramelized onion, balsamic reduction, microgreens
Arugula Pesto Pasta
House made fettuccine pasta with sundried tomatoes, olives, artichoke hearts, and arugula pesto sauce
Salmon Pasta
House made fettuccine pasta with creamy tomato basil sauce, capers, and shredded salmon
Lamb Pasta
House made fettuccine pasta with creamy tomato sauce, zucchini, green onions, and shredded braised lamb
Pastas
Entrees
Chicken Kabob
chicken breast, saffron basmati rice, served with jalapeno-walnut, yogurt, and apricot chutney
Koubideh Kabob
ground beef, saffron basmati rice, served with jalapeno-walnut, yogurt and apricot chutney
Filet Mignon Kabob
filet mignon with a garlic lime sauce, kabuli rice, served with jalapeno-walnut, yogurt, and apricot chutney
Lamb Kabob
lamb tenderloin, kabuli rice, served with jalapeno-walnut, yogurt, and apricot chutney
Trout
trout pan roasted with a lemon parsley sauce, served with basmati rice
Anar Chicken
roasted half chicken with pomegranate sauce, roasted potatoes
Roasted Cauliflower
chickpeas, tomato ginger sauce, saffron basmati rice, qurut yogurt, salata served with jalapeno-walnut, and yogurt chutney
Salmon
salmon with dill dijon sauce, saffron basmati rice, chard, caramelized onion
Pomegranate Eggplant
saffron basmati rice, chard, caramelized onion, qurut yogurt
Lamb Shank
braised lamb, kabuli rice, mixed vegetables
Lamb Burger
Ground lamb burger on a housemade bun, with swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, a mint aioli. Served with a side salad and roasted potatoes.
Naan
Comes w/ a small side of our olive oil and tabbouleh
Side Basmati Rice
Side Hummus
Side Tabbouleh
Side Babaghanoush
Side Tzatziki
Side Jalapeno-Walnut Chutney
Side Apricot Chutney
Side Qurut Yogurt
Sides
Desserts
Baklava
Chocolate Torte
Rose Meringue
With balsamic strawberries chantilly crème pistachio crumbles and mint oil.
Large Pellegrino Sparkling Water
Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Ginger Ale
Apple Juice
Beverages
Wraps
Veggie Wrap
naan wrap with hummus, wild arugula, cucumbers, tomato, red onion, mint, cilantro
Saffron Chicken Wrap
naan wrap with chicken wild arugula, tomato, red onion, mint aioli
Lamb Wrap
naan wrap with lamb strips, wild arugula, tomato, red onion, mint aioli
