Blood, Sweat & Garlic Sauce - Armen Martirosyan of Mini Kabob EP #3

In episode 3, we sat down with Armen Martirosyan, the heart and hustle behind Mini Kabob, a family-run Armenian restaurant tucked into a tiny corner of Glendale, CA. Passed down from his father after nearly 30 years, Armen has carried the torch—sharing the warmth of his culture while navigating the emotional and physical toll of restaurant life.

In this episode, Armen discusses the often untold realities of running a small restaurant in Los Angeles. From burnout and mental health struggles to the legacy of family ownership, he brings honesty, humor, and heart to the table.

Key Discussion Topics:

1 – The legacy of Mini Kabob and taking over the business from his father

2 – The realities of restaurant ownership and how it impacts mental health

3 – Challenges of operating a small restaurant in a competitive, high-cost market

4 – The role of technology in modernizing and sustaining the business

If you'd like to check out Mini Kabob, view their website here: https://mini-kabob.com

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