Really good and reasonable prices. And the staff are…read moreextremely Nice and hospitable. And they are extremely fast when it comes to serving your food.

Didn't Live Up to the Hype.. Social media had me convinced Mal Al Sham was a must-visit, and I went…read morein genuinely excited. Unfortunately, the experience didn't match the reels. We ordered fatteh, fool, and lentil soup, three dishes that should be the soul of any authentic Levantine kitchen. None of them impressed. The flavors felt flat, and overall the food just didn't deliver on what the online buzz had promised. We also had the mixed grill, and honestly the only bright spot on the entire table was the kafta. It was well-seasoned and grilled nicely I'll give them that. But one good item doesn't carry a meal.

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.

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!

I eat lunch in my car most work days so my options are limited. I saw the sign for hot food in the…read morewindow and decided to stop in. This is one of the best car lunches I have had in 3 years. I got the beef shawarma and a side of dolma and it is some of the best I have ever had. It was a lot of food for a good price! I will definitely be back when I am on this side of town again. Absolutely recommend.

Food is delicious and affordable…read more Taste very authentic "Mom and pop" kind of place They're might be a language barrier/difference of culture. The customer service felt cold or guarded. I'm not sure. Overall delicious food and I continue to keep coming back.

This place was such a treat, lots of parking in and as soon as you open the door you can smell the…read moremeats and seasoning. Everything was delicious and the staff was very friendly. Restroom was very clean and they had lots of options. The bread was soft and so good. Will definitely be back next time we are in town They gave us a side of cabbage and pickles and wow!!!!!!! They were so good

I think this is a Iraqi and Chaldean restaurant...but I'm absolutely certain you'll get delicious…read moremiddle eastern food for reasonable prices! There is not much atmosphere, no fake smiling service employees but they'll be efficient and attentive if you get their attention. All meals come with a warm creamy yellow lentil soup...delightful! $16 Chicken Schwarma plate...HUGE! A humongous generous portion of juicy, succulent, tender, seasoned chicken on top of seasoned rice. Some lovely, garlickly, fluffy bread is served along as a carb buddy, alongside some tomatoes and pickled cabbage(Iraqi Kim Chee Saurkraut?). $16 Roasted Chicken Plate...half chicken, crispy skin, moist and succulent meat, yum! Came with a tomato bean soup. Food came out extremely fast, yet seemed very fresh and prepared expertly! Great place to eat before a show at the Magnolia, so long as you don't need ambience and Applebees/Chili's/TGI Fridays style service.

Don't let this small establishment fool you , it has great pizza and for a great price ! This is…read morenow my go to Friday night pizza spot . Even when the pizza gets cold it is still soft and delicious , not a hard piece of cardboard like dominos . They make them fast too !

Amazing pizza! The crust was perfect, toppings fresh, and flavors incredible. Friendly staff, quick…read moreservice, and great prices. A must-visit for pizza lovers.

This is certainly a no frills type of establishment but WOW they are serving up some delicious…read moremeats. Dont expect fine dining by any means. You order at the counter, pick up your food and pay afterwards. The tray in the photo I uploaded was $55. Pretty good deal for the amount of meat we got. Everything was delicious too. The kebab, steak and chicken pieces were juicy and seasoned well. Paired with the grilled veggies, pickles and bread...makes a bite from heaven. Comes with a side of tahini and toum sauce. However the toum was very mayo forward and recipe could honestly use some work. The staff is honest, generous and friendly. Will be back again.

Best tikka still, generous and authentic, they still make the kabab and grilled tikka with the best…read morepossible quality meet, i have been coming here for years and all still the same.

Wow this is the happening place Food was great the hostess…read morewas an absolutely welcoming and super professional Staff was just as great I highly recommend this place

Heavenly delicious food.. chicken and lamb Mandi served only on weekends.. who can forget the…read moremasala fries

I got a chicken sandwich, my wife got a Philly cheese steak, and our son got the chicken version of…read morethe Philly cheese steak. All three sandwiches were made just as we ordered, and my wife and son enjoyed their Philly sandwiches. I enjoyed mine as well. The next time we are at the food court in Parkway Plaza, we are going back to Ab's Philly Steaks.

I visited on Tuesday, March 17th at around 1:45 PM. Unfortunately, my first impression was not a…read moregood one due to the interaction at the counter. When I asked for a cup of ice, the employee responded in a rude tone, saying, "Do you have a cup? I told you a can comes with the combo." A simple "No, I'm sorry" would have been much more appropriate. I then asked for Cajun fries, and instead of just taking the order, he corrected my pronunciation, even though it was clear what I meant. That interaction felt unnecessary and dismissive. As for the food, it was very bland. I had to add salt and pepper to my Philly cheesesteak, which shouldn't be necessary for a well-made sandwich. The best part of the meal was honestly the canned iced tea; the fries were boring. Overall, when an employee has an attitude over simple questions, it makes the experience unpleasant and makes me unlikely to return. I don't think it's unreasonable to expect basic courtesy.

This place is AMAZING!! It was my first time here and they did not disappoint! Everything we…read moreordered was delicious. It has a great ambiance, the staff are super friendly and inviting. If you're in the area I highly recommend stopping in!

Free parking in large lot, clean establishment, easy location to find. They offer low prices and…read morefilling portions . Unfortunately, the staff were not warm/ welcoming or even friendly. Heavy language barrier, to the point that one of the orders in our group was incorrect. The atmosphere gave the impression that it is a locals spot. Food quality was on the lower end, chicken shawarma came out cold and a bit hard like it had been sitting out a while. By the time our group of four left, no one was pleased with their meal or service rendered. It was a unanimous decision that we would not return or recommend.

You're here for the food, not the upscale dining. I had the fried catfish filet with saffron rice…read more Fantastic. It's not unusual at all, it's just really fresh and good. Just a hint of spice in the fish and some saffron rice and veggies. There was one guy working. Slightly gruff but friendly. He beamed when I told him how much I was enjoying the food. Super fresh, delicious, and highly recommended. Parking on the street and in the shopping mall, where the corner restaurant is located.

Food was excellent cooked the perfect way, presentation is also good. The restaurant is specialised…read morein masgoof the iraqi way of doing fish. Service was excellent they been in business over 15 years. The ambiance needs improvement but i look for food quality not the look of restaurant. Go give it a try