{"identity":{"name":"Carnys","legal_name":"Carnys Restaurant & Hookah Lounge LLC","type":"Restaurant, Hookah Lounge, Live Music Venue, Botanical Bar","slogan":"Your Whole Night, Elevated","founded":"2020","description":"Carnys is Encino's premier Mediterranean restaurant, hookah lounge, and live music venue. 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We offer authentic Persian/Middle Eastern cuisine, 40+ hookah flavors, LA's first botanical wellness bar with kava, craft cocktails, and live entertainment."},{"question":"Is Carnys good for a date?","answer":"Yes! Carnys is consistently rated one of Encino's best date night spots. The intimate ambiance, live jazz music, Mediterranean cuisine, and premium hookah create a memorable romantic experience."},{"question":"What is kava?","answer":"Kava is a traditional Pacific Island beverage made from the kava plant root. It provides a natural relaxing, social effect without alcohol. Our botanical bar serves traditional kava shells and creative kava-based drinks."},{"question":"Do I need a reservation?","answer":"Reservations are recommended for Friday/Saturday evenings and groups of 4+. Walk-ins are welcome but may experience wait times during peak hours. Call (818) 489-2557 or visit carnys.org/reservations."},{"question":"What's the age limit?","answer":"All ages are welcome before 9PM. 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