BOMB.COM Escondido hidden gem, the food is delicious! Forget Luna Grill, and any other Mediterranean place this is the GOAT! read more

Not sure how long this has been here... we LOVE their dishes! Grilled plates are on point... thus far, my favorite meats are the chicken kabobs and gyro... it is very tasty, not overly seasoned which we LOVE! Absolutely perfect! Great service! read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Gyro Salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

Wow! Picked up the meal for 2 this evening to get a little sample of the meats. We were impressed that it was grilled to order. The chicken and the beef were juicy and not dry. The Gyro was also very flavorful. We liked the pairing of the crisp salad and fluffy rice! You must get a side of the garlic sauce. I only wish the hummus was more of a smoother consistency but it was fine. We will definitely be back. The cashier was very friendly too! read more

Glad they are doing ok. But the he server was a bit bitchy and hard to understand Won't be back. Green olive is better for the price and service. I guess when you leave a tip when no one waits on you, I expect a thank you. Not here. read more

Underrated gem, good portions, ordered the Fuego plate. All the meats are gasolina, but gyro is the best foo.

I ordered two Gyro sandwiches for my boyfriend and I and they were delicious! Very filling and satisfied with our order. $12 and packed full of goodies. It's nestled in a very cute area that had a windmill and koi fish. I will be back! Excited to have tasty Mediterranean food close to home. read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Gyro $12 bomb. - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

Stopped here for a quick bite before heading back home on a trip. I'm not a connoisseur of Mediterranean cuisine, but I thought it was top notch. Perhaps some drinks more common in their homeland would be nice. Some beer perhaps, otherwise it did the trick. I'll be back as we are in Escondido often. read more

Small little place in Eastern Escondido, ratings were good so we gave it a shot. In simple terms, they have the absolute best Mediterranean food we've ever had. The falafels were outstanding! The chicken kebab was moist and tender, and extremely flavorful. The salad was beautiful and also on point. They have Mexican Coke if you like that in a bottle. When we're in the area, we will definitely be back! It was so good we forgot to take pictures. read more

Amazing food, seasoned well. Staff is friendly and there's seating both indoor and outdoor. read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Food was so bussin I didn't even take photos of the other stuff. Just get it fam don't think twice. - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

We came across this little restaurant on our way to the grocery shop and I must tell you this is such as a hidden gem! The first time we went we tried the gyro salad & their special "fuego plate". The chicken kebab was fire! No dry, chewy, flavorless chicken you get in most Mediterranean places in the area. Oh and the tzatziki sauce you just have to try it. 2nd the ambiance is chill, clean, modest, the kind of place you go to when your in a hurry but want to sit down for a bit. And lastly but not least the service is excellent, the girl at the counter is super friendly and accommodating. We are 100% coming back here! read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Chicken Kebab Plate (Salad replaced w/ fries) - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

My husband and I recently visited this restaurant for the first time. It's a newer business that opened about six months ago, and we're so glad we decided to try it. We ordered two Fuego plates, which included beef, chicken, and gyro, and all of the meats were cooked perfectly. The rice was flavorful and well cooked, and the salad had the perfect amount of dressing. The staff mentioned that the Fuego plate is their most popular dish at this location, and after trying it, we completely understand why. We also ordered the baba ghanoush with pita bread as an appetizer, and it was fresh, flavorful, and a great way to start the meal. The portion sizes were very generous, which made the experience even better. The service was amazing from start to finish. The restaurant was clean, the ambiance was welcoming, and the food came out quickly without feeling rushed. Overall, everything exceeded our expectations. We would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for great food, friendly service, and a comfortable dining experience. We will definitely be coming back. read more

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The restaurant has plenty of parking and has indoor and outdoor seating. The inside is modest but very clean and they have a water station where you can help yourself to cold water. They also have to go containers at the ready for any yummy leftovers. I came here during lunch time and was surprised that there wasn't more people. I ordered the chicken kebab plate and it was very decently priced. When the food came out, I was blown away by the wonderful presentation. The quantity was impressive, and everything was delicious. The salad was fresh tasting and had a delicious dressing. The chicken was so tender and moist. And the rice was buttery. Hilariously enough, it was so good that I came back for dinner and ordered the Fuego plate. I didn't get a picture of that one but it was "fire" . I will most definitely be coming back! read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Chicken kebab plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

Today I was craving a veggie-forward meal with extreme flavor, so Mediterranean became the immediate first option. I was sifting through reviews of Mediterranean restaurants in the area & decided to try this establishment. I WILL BE BACK. IT IS Rich in flavor from their dressings & sauces to chicken & veggies. Veggies are crispy and fresh. I ordered a salad and a PEETA chicken sandwich, both of which I would recommend to others. When I arrived, I was unsure of what to pick but the staff reassured and helped me narrow it down. As I sat waiting for my take-out order I noticed a group of men in the back playing cards, smiling, and laughing together, which I think made the place more welcoming and cozy. I can't wait to try more from their menu! read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Salad with the fried chickpea cake. - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

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Fuego Grill is INSANELY delicious! I'm upset that I waited so long to try it, and even though I don't live in Escondido anymore, I would honestly make the trek from San Diego for it - THAT is how amazing it is! Perhaps the most tender and succulent chicken I've ever had in my life. In fact, ALL of the meats we tried were fantastic. Cutting steak and lamb with a butter knife? Unreal. And the charred tomatoes are just the cherry on top. I'll absolutely be back! read more

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One of my friends posted a pic of their dinner and I had to come check it out. The outside of the building doesn't look like a restaurant, the inside is also weirdly awkward, but the food is fireeeee. We had placed a pick up order and my fault for not checking if my entire order was inside before driving home. I was missing an entire plate so drove back and the lady already knew it wasn't in the bag and apologized. I will be returning! read more

Good food great service would recommend nice cool place to sit specially outside there's a nice lil pond u can eat next too

Food is great. Every time I'm in town I stop here to eat. Friendly service. Ambience quite laid back casual. read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Chicken Kabob Plate delicious - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

Tried both locations, finally found a great Mediterranean restaurant in Escondido! Best chicken salad, the falafel and pita bread is excellent, clean and great customer service, I highly recommend! read more

Whoa, talk about hidden gem! The best Mediterranean food I've ever had. I should have taken a picture of my food, unfortunately it smelled so good I couldn't wait to eat! Here is what I ordered for take out, they also have the option for you to dine in! Chicken Kabob Plate: 10/10 the chicken was beautifully marinated and juicy! The plate came with onions, tomatoes, rice and pita bread! Zero complaints! Combination Plate: 9/10 It was a combination of chicken and lamb gyro, served with the same sides as the chicken kabob plate. The meat was cooked and seasoned well. The only thing that was missing was a side of humus. The meals did come with taziki, however humus brings a different kind of flavor. The ambiance of the location is very calm and quiet. I would definitely prefer something a little more lively to pair with the bold delicious flavors of the food. Granted this could change! They seem to have been open a short amount of time, who knows they could keep adding to the decor over time. Over all the food and service was great! It is a small business and everyone in there is very polite and friendly. I am definitely coming back here and recommending it to others. I will most likely be updating this post with photos in the near future! read more

Awesome Gyro's!! After a day at the Safari Park we stopped into Fuego Mediterranean for a late lunch and so glad we did. Not huge on service and hospitality, BUT, the food was delicious and plentiful. So flavorful, tender and delicious and we can't wait to go back for another round. read more

110% amazing and delicious. I highly recommend geting a fuego combo plate. If you sit outside there is this relaxing pond you can watch while you eat. They have canned sodas or water to drink. read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

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The name says it all. The food is Fuego. Ordered the Gyro sandwich with fries. Service is fast. This is my new Mediterranean spot. Also, honorable mention... this seasoning they use on the fries is really good. Definitely recommend Fuego Mediterranean. read more

This was the perfect place for a casual, relaxing, Sunday dinner. The service was friendly and fast. The food was hot when it was served. It was also bursting with flavor and delicious. We had a busy week and weekend and this dining experience was the perfect opportunity to relax and wind down. read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Combination kebab plate. - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

The food is solid, I usually get the chicken kabob plate and it's pretty good. I've never really had any problems with the service. Inside is just regular but they could add a little more lighting. read more

It was alright. Ha ha it was fire! Cleaned my plate. Food tastes fresh, charred veggies were amazing, and the tzatziki was great. Will definitely come back to this spot monthly. read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Was a combination plate.. - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

We enjoyed our choices of a combo meat entree and tzatziki and pita bread. The Dolmas were fine but the rice inside was mushy and the grilled chicken was a tad dry. The indoors air was uncomfortable so we relocated to a table outdoors. Service was pleasant and food was delivered promtly. read more

Order the Gyro Plate, Chicken plate, and a Gyro Sandwich. Portions were very generous and the flavor of everything was great. Picked it up to go and it was still delicious after a 15 minute drive. The gyro meat is thicker than places like the Kabob Shop or Luna Grill and not as crispy, which I prefer. Overall the meal was great and it's nice having another local spot in Escondido to grab good Mediterranean. Kudos to the team! read more

They have the best chicken kabob pita in town. Lots of tender, tasty grilled chicken breast with NO chewy pieces or gristle like some places. The fresh pita is big, heavy, and overflowing with chicken, delicious roasted veggies, tomatoes, red onions, lettuce, feta, and a tasty tzatziki sauce. Extra tzatziki on the side too! It's an excellent value at only $12 and big enough to share, especially if you get a side. Can't wait to try their lamb/beef options, hummus, and fries. There are a few tables, but no ambiance to speak of except some outdoor tables under a tree by a Koi pond. I also recently tried the chicken pita/wrap at The Kebob Shop across town, and this place puts it to shame. Here for $12 you get at least 5-6 ounces of delicious chicken with all the right toppings on proper pita bread. There for $16 you get only 2-3 ounces of chicken breast (some chewy) lost in a sea of lettuce without the other classic toppings--and rolled in a soggy Mexican flour tortilla! read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Menu July 2025 - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

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Food 10/10 Service 10/10 Will be coming back regularly. Second time here first time I ate the food too quick & forgot to snap a picture. Gyro plate is 10/10 as well read more

After a yelp search for new restaurants came upon Fuego Mediterranean Grill. Mentioned it the wife and she was ecstatic to try , especially after having disappointing food at a couple north county spots . This place is located off midway and after pulling up , was so excited to see a beautiful koi pond adjacent to the restaurant, with outside seating right next to it.. Ordered the steak pita and Fuego plate. Food took about 15-20 mins , which is a good sign that it's freshly prepared. I can say without any hesitation that this is quite possibly the best Mediterranean food I've had in years. Possibly since visiting Greece several years ago. Everything was so delicious. The steak kebab , chicken kebab, and gyro meat were tender, marinated well, and had the perfect amount of open flame charbroiled flavor. We have been here several times since and the food has been consistently just as good as our first visit. A true hallmark of a great restaurant establishment. We absolutely love this and my 4 year old and 2 year old love looking at the koi pond. Delicious food at great value and great ambiance. Can't beat it I can wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone read more

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Stopped in for lunch today and the food was fast, delicious and fresh and service was friendly. read more

Fuego Mediterranean Grill - Chicken salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Escondido, California

Food I tried is excellent! 1st was a gyro to try it out and it was superb. Meat was tastier than your typical Mediterranean fast food and was stacked extra into that GYRO! Came back to try their special "Fuego Plate," and it for sure lived up to the name! Was marinated and chared well to boost those mediterranean flavors. I love the feeling of a tasty "mom and pop shop" WIth understanding this is still a lil startup restaraunt, but if they can continue to boost their in-dining expereince with perhaps modern decor, trendy setting, music, tvs maybe, it could def be a go to spot, especially being across the street from Palomar satallite campus. read more

The food is amazing! My wife and I used to meet at UTC every weekend before we married and would order Gyros sandwiches at a place there. This was the 1980's. Since then, we've never found a Greek restaurant that could produce such an amazing Gyros until now. If you love a good Gyros, this is the place to get it! read more

Stopped by yesterday to buy a gyro pita sandwich and I decided to buy a side of hummus just to try at a later time. First and foremost the portion is super generous. The gyro sandwich could have been shared amongst 2 adults. Needless to say i ate the whole thing. The meat was crispy and cooked beautifully. I tried the hummus today and loved it, id love to see different varieties of hummus (e.g. roasted garlic, roasted pepper etc) Wishful thinking will return again. Ambiance was mellow, and service was fast and friendly. Good Job read more

Food was very tasty. Portions were excellent, service was nice kind ambience was very clean restaurant. I will definitely recommend!! read more

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Will definitely be coming back!! I love Mediterranean food and this place is definitely my new favorite Mediterranean place go to. Food tasted very fresh from the hummus to the meats, even the salad and especially the tzatziki sauce itself. For the two plates, side of hummus with pita included and a soda we paid $48. I definitely think the freshness of the food is worth the pricing! Service was great and very homey. read more

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I've heard good reviews for this place on Facebook and wanted to order for pick up, but there was no phone number listed. It's a new spot so no problem, drove by today instead as their hours stated open online. They were closed and the door locked. A couple people were sitting inside, maybe they were having a meeting? No one acknowledged me. I'll have to try back another time, but I wish they had a phone number and correct hours posted! read more

The food was delicious and flavorful, the service was outstanding and the outside sitting was fabulous as there's a koi pond right outside. A great place with great food will be coming back! No pictures of the food because we ate it and then realized that we had no photos to share, but that should tell you a lot. Please come experience the food, you won't regret it. read more

Food was fresh and tasty. Chicken plate was decent the only complaint is the chicken was not kabob and was very sparse and flattened. Not kabob chunks like I'm used to at other Mediterranean restaurants. Whole plate with tip was $23 showing a video of the plate . The chicken was tender and flavorful tho. Good value not great. Ambiance is nill. Tables only and no decor. This is a very generous 4star from me cuz I was so hungry! Service was friendly read more

Hidden gem (Escondido) for sure. The chicken was nicely marinated and grilled, vegetables fresh and crisp, sauce not too garlicky like a lot of chain Mediterranean spots, falafel was on point (not too salty and good flavor), and the ambience was 10/10 with nice outdoor shade and a Koi pond. Service was great with kind staff. My family is for sure adding this spot to our rotation. read more