**July 2026: Sunday Afternoon Visit**…read more During my SDCC weekend, I walked by Michaela's Meals in the Gaslamp Quarter--it was right between my hotel and the convention center, just one street down from Ralphs and Vitality Tap. On Sunday afternoon, I noticed the space was open for business, so I popped in to check it out. It's a small spot with a staff member, a fridge full of pre-made meals, a little bar area with two stools, a cold water pitcher, and a microwave. The main business model is a weekly subscription, but I learned that she also keeps leftovers in the fridge for grab-and-go on Wednesdays and Sundays from 1:30-5 p.m. They also run a "buy 4 get 1 free" and "buy 8 get 2 free" promotion, which makes the meals an even better value. I assume she makes an abundance and sells those for $10 a meal, but since I stopped by close to closing, I got mine for $5 each. I grabbed two to try because the meals looked very nutrition-focused, with some keto-friendly options and others prepared with organic veggies. I tried a Mediterranean chicken over yellow rice and zucchini, as well as a ground hamburger-style sloppy joe-type meal. The food definitely leans healthy, and considering how inconvenient it is to eat well at SDCC, this was a great find. Since she has Wednesday and Sunday pickups, I'm now contemplating doing a preview-night (Wednesday) pickup for a couple of meals on my next visit. I'll be in touch with Michaela's for future San Diego trips.

I struggle to cook for myself consistently and Michaela's has been a huge help in providing me…read moreaccess to healthy, high quality, meal prepped foods. I'm so grateful i started ordering here and hope to see some new summer menu offerings!

I'm ngl 10/10 goes…read morefor quality of food no matter what, because I love the use of organic fruits and veggies, no seed oils, and a solid tasting meal at a reasonable price to not even cook. Plus, they're local and use local farmers. So, that's a plus. 1 minor thing is just I wish I could select what meals I wanted in my subscription instead of chef's choice, because I personally just WISH I could order some meals more than once because of how delicious they were.

I never thought I'd ever say this...BUT Mondays are quickly becoming my FAVORITE day!!! My meals…read moreare delivered at just about the same time every week and it gives me such a boost of happiness to open my cooler bag to see the deliciousness in store for the week. I have searched HIGH AND LOW for a dairy free, gluten free, clean oils, high quality meat and vegetable meal service and NOONE BUT THESE GUYS GET IT! Every meal cooks in 2 minutes. Highly recommend for anyone on a specialty diet. This has made my days SO much more enjoyable and I'm grateful every day that this company exists! I've been searching for years.

Honestly was surprised. Ive tried a-lot of services, but…read morethis is one of the best. I honestly have been recommending all my friends and family, bc its good, and thy deliver in a nice insulated bag.

A Game Changer! The service was fast & easy from choosing a…read morevariety of delicious & healthy meals and getting it delivered to my door step. The food was nicely packed & so easy to choiowe one plate & remove the film plastic before you microwave it.

After researching food delivery options like Hello Fresh, I decided to try Viva Foods to support a…read morelocal business which also provides keto options for meals. They release a changing menu on Tuesdays with delivery on Monday morning. I've been part of this program for almost a month with the exception of one week due to Thanksgiving. The menu includes the option to choose two snacks which can be substituted for one meal. If you need to make any modifications to your meal (i.e. exclude mashed potatoes for extra veggies), all you need to do is provide dietary needs in a field on the Google form, and if there are any questions, you can handle everything through text. There are checkboxes on the Google form for keto and paleo options. For the convenience of food prep and to support locally, I've been happy with Viva Foods. They provide a healthy and convenient option with how busy I am with work. Thanks Viva Foods!

Long over due review! Ordered meal preps for a family member who was staying with us. Ordering was…read morevery easy online and when I had an issue their customer service was quick! Food arrived during the drop off window and fresh. Everything was packed nice and tasted good. Will use them again whenever I need meal prep services. It feels good to support a small business. Go head and try it out. You won't be disappointed.

Diana was an absolute pleasure to work with, and everyone loved the Chiliquiles brunch she catered…read morefor our bridal shower! I would Highly recommend hiring Tres Fuegos as a caterer! I had once had their food at another friend's surprise birthday party and I remembered how delicious it was, so when I was looking for a caterer, luckily I remembered Tres Fuegos!

This was quite a culinary experience and very interesting, a highly creative proposal with…read moreexceptional flavor, incredible service, and unimaginable taste. The "Chile Relleno de Birria" was a flavor explosion. Chile Relleno is one of my favorite Mexican dishes, but this combination with birria it is quite impressive! I've never tried before and is truly worth experiencing. The "Japanese Birria Ramen" has an incredible flavor, with the distinct taste of Japanese Ramen complemented by the flavor of birria with great seasoning. Highly recommended!

Anthony and The Lean Machine team are the real deal. I just…read moretried The Lean Machine for the first time and I'm already hooked. Anthony went above and beyond -- even on a Sunday, he took time out of his day to personally meet up with me and make sure I got my meals. That kind of customer service is rare and it says everything about how much he cares about his customers. I ordered the Steak Chimichurri Fajita, Salmon with Kale Salad and Quinoa, Grilled Chicken Breast with Kale Salad and Sweet Potato, and the Ground Turkey Breast with Cauliflower and Sweet Potato -- and I've already eaten three of them. Every single one has been delicious. Fresh, flavorful, and nothing like the bland "diet food" I expected. I'm already planning to sign up for regular weekly deliveries and will absolutely be recommending The Lean Machine to friends and family. If you're on the fence, don't wait -- just try it. You won't be disappointed.

The food is moist and tender. The service is very well-structured and their communication is…read moreoutstanding. One of the owners called me directly to check on my order. I just received my second delivery. I was also able to choose low FODMAP items to customize the meals to my needs. I can now freely grab a meal and rest assured that I'm getting enough protein and nothing that will trigger my sensitive gut!!

Juju's Kitchen is literally a kitchen with a reception desk at the front that's serving prepped and…read morechilled meal boxes for carryout. Hibachi Chicken w/ vegetables and Garlic Rice: Japanese style marinated chicken breast cubes served with a side of sautéed zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and carrots cooked in a house made broth. Comes with a side of flavorful Garlic Rice - star of the dish. The chicken was a little tougher than I'd like, but is probably my fault for microwaving it longer than recommended.

Love love love Jujus meal preps…read more His meal preps are delicious, healthy and I love all of his options. They are so tasty, I haven't had a meal from him I don't like yet. Reasonable price for a meal prep service Every time I reach out through social media for questions he's Super friendly, professional, and helpful.

Anica & Henry were so sweet, funny, and professional! I had the pleasure of enjoying their food and…read morea pop up in my neighborhood. This is the best Mongolian street food I've had in a while - reheated DELICIOUSLY as well.

Okay I eat everyday and I've never seen a Mongolian pop up ever. Anicca and Henry have created just…read morethat. Phat Noodle Bar is a pop up and this night at Holiday in the Hills event they were throwing down some great flavors on the grill. All fresh veggies and proteins mix with a great house sauce and just the right amount of additional toppings to make the level of spice you want. I'm a big guy and the portion size was plenty for me, a true value. They do catered events as well as corporate events. If ya see them popped up at an event go watch them cook and order yours.

one of the best food I've ever tried he is so kind and. the…read moreservice is amazing he doesn't charge much which makes it so much better honestly if you would like middle eastern food come to him

My friends and I had such a wonderful experience from Kabsa! The food was absolutely delicious,…read moreeverything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The kabsa was rich in authentic spices, the portions were generous, and every dish we tried was satisfying. The owner is always welcoming, attentive, and generous. The food is always clean. When we went to the location before, it was very tidy, comfortable, and had a cozy atmosphere that made it a great place to enjoy a meal together. If you're looking for authentic Middle Eastern food especially from Saudi Arabia in San Diego, I highly recommend Kabsa. We'll definitely be ordering from it!

I was looking for a caterer for a small {50 guests}wedding. After talking to 9 different…read morecompanies, I chose Flavor Chef. during my first call I could tell the owner was all about making my wedding perfect and serving the food my guests would love. Well he did not disappoint, from the appetizers to the desserts, each course was a hit. I am still getting compliments about the food served. I guess the best part of my experience with Perfect Chef was how easy they were to work with, nothing was too hard or complicated. Their staff were efficient and polite and did it all with a smile. Did I mention their cost was less then the other catering companies. I guess my experience was like the other reviewers....EXCELLENT. I would use them again and definitely recommend them to family and friends.

Heidi and Riley are fantastic! Delicious food, the kindest chef, highly recommend! We had the best…read moredinner.