There aren't many places that have been around for a long time and seems to get better-- this place…read moreis one of those places. We were in the area and had lunch on a Saturday. The food was so many better than I remember (and let me say I already had a favorable memory)! Husband cleaned the meat off the lamb shank... Daughter ate so much chicken shawarma and yellow rice. The service was AMAZING! Brought us some white bean soup (sssoooooo gggooooddd) on the house! Made sure we have all we need and that we were enjoying the food. Will come again!

Stopped in with a friend to grab lunch, we both ordered a beef Shawarma plate, which comes with a…read moreside of basmati rice, pita bread, pickled turnips, and the we got to choose one which we both chose the Mediterranean salad. Everything tasted so delicious. The salad was so fresh and light. I would definitely come here again. There's pretty big portions so I ended up saving the rest for my husband. The service was excellent, so very welcomed and attended to by the staff. There is plenty of seating inside and the AC was running, which was nice since it was a hot afternoon.

I can for the viral Wagyu Shawarma Cheesesteak. It was very tasty with a mix of peppers, onion…read morecheese and sauce. Whatever sauce they used gave it a bit of spiciness. I went at 3:30 pm on a Saturday and was surprised that it was pretty busy at that weird time The sandwich was huge ( probably 12 inch sub) so depending on how hungry you are, you could easily split it. I loved the fries. Whatever seasoning they used gave is perfect

Man I really wanted to like this place due to all the rave reviews. Our first experience was mixed…read morewith some meats being great and others dry beef bits that weren't very tasty or appealing. Our second experience we got the chicken shawarma Brian's way. Everything was cooked well, but I guess although I like pickles, I'm not as big a fan of Mediterranean pickles. The first bite or two were actually good, but subsequent bites the pickle tanginess was overwhelming and just not so pleasant as I finished it. I thought maybe I'll get it without the pickles next time. However, after eating I got an unexpected headache that usually comes from ingestion of MSG. The fries were tasty... maybe there was MSG in those? Not sure. I've honestly had much better phenomenal shawarma in San Joes CA. I have yet to find a great Shawarma here in San Diego. Feel free to recommend.

This place is A MUST if you are a lover of all things shawarma…read more Tuesday specials are amazingly affordable w lots of delicious food (three meals more me)

Nadeem is a really nice person and I think he has the cleanest restaurant that I've ever seen. The…read morefood is amazing and it a great place to go. Even if you get food to go. The family meals and trays of food are amazing. I love the chicken, steak and rice. My parents are vegetarian and they said that the falafel sandwich is the best that they ever had.

Food is delicious. Been eating there for over 30 years. Family favorite and price is rightread more

First time here. I'm a huge fan of Greek and wanted to try a new place. After reading the reviews I…read morewas excited. I ordered the Greek chicken salad and the gyro sandwich. Honestly I was super disappointed in my salad- 2 cucumbers, 2 tomatoes and 2 pitted Kalamata olives and the smallest amount of feta cheese. For a large salad I felt this was very inadequate and for the fact that it was $17+ dollars. The chicken had good flavor. My understanding is that white and yellow onions are for cooking and red is for raw consumption, this gyro was packed with white raw onion and the outer skin. I called and the girl was nice and offered to remake my salad and expressed that I could have asked for more veggies on my salad, had I asked. If you're getting a salad make sure you check it before you leave. I politely declined the offer for a remade salad.

I loved this place! The night before coming here for takeout, I had Mediterranean food down at…read moreSeaport Village. It was tasty and satisfying... but this place BLEW MY MIND. The moment I walked in, I was warmly greeted and asked if I wanted a table for one. I said no, I was hoping to order takeout, and she kindly invited me to sit at the bar while I looked over the menu. Right away, the atmosphere felt welcoming, beautiful, and relaxed. I ordered my food, sipped my water, and honestly didn't think I had ordered that much. Then she came out with multiple filled brown bags of food! First of all, the prices were amazing. Second... the food was TOP NOTCH and completely different from what I had the night before. Everything was packed with flavor without being overloaded with salt. Fresh, vibrant, rich, and incredibly satisfying. The waitress/hostess was knowledgeable, friendly, and gave great recommendations on what to try. You can tell the staff truly cares about the experience. I will absolutely be back the next time I visit San Diego again. And not that I recommend eating while driving ... but the next day on my drive back to Ventura County, I spread out my leftovers and happily snacked on hummus, baba ghanoush, and dolma all the way home. That alone says everything about how good this place was.

There are restaurants you visit, and then there are places you feel, where the intention behind…read moreevery dish is unmistakable from the moment you walk in. That was my experience at NEY. From the first bite, it was clear this isn't just food, it is craft. You can taste the care, the precision, and the pride. Every element felt thoughtfully prepared, balanced, and deeply satisfying without trying too hard. The standout for me was the biryani, comforting, and perfectly executed. But everything impressed. The tzatziki was bright and refreshing, the hummus topped with beef shawarma was rich and flavorful, and the ney classic plate was generous enough to easily feed two, maybe even three, without sacrificing quality anywhere on the plate. It was the perfect way to try a lot of their items at once and that one disappointed! What really says it all is that I am already looking forward to the leftovers, which is rare for me. This is the kind of place that stays with you, not just because it is good, but because you can feel the heart behind it.

Really love the food here. We've gone 3 times in the last 2 weeks…read more My favorite is the grill combo. I request garlic aioli and tzatziki sauce to elevate the flavors. My significant other loves the Cali Shawarma wrap. Portions are huge, service is great. Same team always working. I love that it is connected to the grocery store, so we can browse when waiting for our food to be made fresh. Ambiance is very casual.

Vine Ripe Grill in La Mesa is truly a GEM!! The food is absolutely phenomenal--every dish is…read moreflavorful, beautifully presented, and smells incredible the moment it hits the table! You can really taste the care and quality in every bite. What makes this place even more special is the outstanding service, especially from Violet. She is warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in making sure every guest has a great experience. She takes the time to help with ordering, makes thoughtful recommendations, and goes above and beyond to make you feel welcomed and cared for. You can tell she loves what she does, and it shows in the way she treats every customer! My husband & I love coming here--it has become our absolute favorite spot! Everything about Vine Ripe makes your stomach (and your heart!) smile. The way they treat you makes you want to keep coming back again and again. This is officially my forever go-to spot!

Food was great Service was great…read more Carlos the manager super helpful Looks like they run a smooth operation good team.

The kebab shop is a solid meal. We always order the bowls and I feel it's pretty healthy. This is…read morethe closest to a salad that I would order. The bowls are often stacked to the top and when you order online, you could select a lot of options to put inside. Weoften order the meal which comes with two bowls and two side sides for a decent price. The order is always ready within 10 minutes when I place it. Inside is decent. It has tables, but we have only had takeout. Be sure though to check your takeout order though. They always forget the sauces and utensils.

The location is right on the corner you can't miss it. They have their own small parking lot. There…read moreis a lot of similar restaurants in the area that we have tried. They just don't compare. The quality and flavors are out of this world. The inside is very cute. it is clean and welcoming. We enjoy lunch dates and dinner here as a family. The owners are very friendly. Definitely recommend the lunch for 2. FYI it feeds 4 people easily. Dinner for 3 feeds 6-7. Large portions. The hummus is soooooooo good. Pro tip: ask for extra olive oil. Give this place a try!

Haven't been here in years, decided to take a trip to El Cajon to have lunch at this mom and pop…read moremiddle eastern restaurant with my mom and pop. They definitely invest their time on the taste of their food and serving large portion sizes instead of fancy tables and decor. It's not upscale fine dining... the interioir looks the exact same for past decade. Although a little dated the place is very clean and fits large or small groups. Not a date night spot -- more a friends and family stuff your face kind of place. They have a dedicated parking lot with plenty of spots. We ordered a ton of food to share. Half roasted chicken with side of fatoush salad, beef kabob plate with side of rice, lamb tikka with side of fries, a large plate of hummus, and an order of falafel (Best Falafel in SoCal). EVERYTHING WAS DELICIOUS! I personally didn't like the lamb tikka but everyone else destroyed that plate. We ordered a pot of black tea (mint flavored) and they brought our large pieces of steaming hot fresh bread. Service was very friendly and fast. They modified any order to your liking. They also thanked us for coming and meant it when they said it -- Mom and Pop shops are The Best! Highly Recommend if you're looking for good quality middle eastern food with large portions.