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    Harissa

    4.2 (13 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Kyle, who now is the manager and crazy me and my better half again, no sunglasses. Just notice that the devil does wear Prada:)
    David S.

    Well, there's not much you can say about Harissa that hasn't been said yet. Boaz, my brother from a different mother, runs an amazing business. The food is made from scratch including the hummus, the falafel and about half a dozen other salads, that are not only served, but are also sold in 16 oz containers to take home for Shabbat or any other occasions. The location has certification from the local rabbis (an ) thatl makes it GlatKosher and you can order food for any of your Jewish occasions. It is located inside the JCC in La Jolla/ UTC with amazing ambience in the patio. There is art from all over the world. And the location is just stunning. Although unassuming from the outside. Make sure you pay a visit but don't come on Saturday AKA Shabbat or Friday during winter hours. It is closed... so Sunday through Thursday hours are posted on the website. If you have questions, reach out to me:) okay post review

    Tasty, Fresh Sabich with roasted eggplant
    P H I L H.

    Tasty, quick sandwiches made from fresh ingredients. This place used to be called Botanic, now they have meat and veggie choices.

    The food was amazing! Our family enjoyed some delicious schnitzel pitas, sabich, falafel, and yummy Israeli drinks. Yehuda was welcoming and offered great suggestions for what to order. Yum!

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    I eat there a few times it was amazing the food is really good ,testy ,big dishes and amazing service , highly recommend

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    I'm grateful that the eatery at the JCC is once again Israeli / Mediterranean style food.

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