ordered food here for the first time a couple days ago. i had the lifestyle bowl with the chicken, steak, and 2 falafel. i was immediately greeted by one of the workers. he was really nice & even offered to give a sample of the proteins. i was honestly too shy and just decided to do that lifestyle bowl since everything sounded good lol. portion was good (easily got ~2 1/2 meals out of that). proteins were not too dry and they were pretty flavorful. the bowl was well-balanced with the rice, veggies, meat, and complimentary lentil soup. would def come back for the food & service! read more

Avoid at all cost I came here on May 19 at 3:45 PM and an Asian lady helped me I paid her five dollars for french fries and I got a very little portion very disappointed a portion of french fries that I got When I brought it to her attention, she said we weighed and I said I know I understand you weigh it however that doesn't rationalize a very small portion of fries for five dollars She said you can give us a negative review on Yelp so that somebody can hear what you're saying and hopefully change the policy I was shocked for her to want a review instead of wanting to fix it read more

After a an hour and a half of retail therapy, I started getting hungry. I decided to try Sajj Mediterranean. When I walked in I was greeted by the employees. This was my first time here. I looked at the menu above and got some help from the kind lady working behind the counter. It's basically the same concept as Chipotle but Mediterranean style. You pick your protein and what you want it in. You can have it in a lavash wrap, a pita bread, salad bowl or rice bowl. Their protein options are Falafel, chicken shawarma, steak shawarma, doner kebob, or pomegranate chicken. You then pick what spreads you want, what vegetable toppings you like and lastly what sauce/dressing you want on it. All are included in the one price. I chose the doner kebab in a lavash wrap. Doner kebab is a combination of beef and lamb, similar to gyro meat, cut up into small pieces , wish spices. I added hummus, tzatziki, tomato cucumber salad, sumac onions, pickled turnips, pickles, and Kalamata olives. I picked tahini for my sauce. I also got a bottle of water. I paid for my items and found a table to eat my creation. It was absolutely delicious. So many delicious flavors. It did get a little messy towards the bottom of the wrap, but I didn't mind. I took extra napkins just for that reason. The doner kebab was very flavorful and juicy. It paired perfectly with all the items I added to the wrap. I would definitely get this again. Besides being delicious, this was a very healthy choice. I highly recommend trying this place out. Next time I'd like to try the chicken shawarma salad bowl. read more

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You can customize your order--choosing from pita, falafel, shawarma, salad bowl, rice bowl, freekeh bowl or couscous bowl. I had the pomegranate chicken salad bowl topped with pickled cucumbers, cabbage slaw, diced beets, avocado, feta cheese, and tahini sauce. My hubby ordered the SAJJ Wrap with chicken shawarma. Our food was fresh, well-seasoned, and delicious. We'd definitely come back if we're in the area again. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Pomegranate Chicken (GF, HL) - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

Went here for lunch on a Thursday while I was on shift! They have a first responder discount as well as a student meal! Free soup, pita chips, and drink with your entree! Food is so fresh and there is a lot of variety. I got the chicken shawarma and it was super flavorful. I really liked their strawberry lemonade as well. Service was excellent and the staff is all very friendly! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant has nice stools and tall tables for you to eat at if you choose to dine in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

I ordered to go at this place because I heard it was similar to cava. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior was cute; I would've ate here if I didn't get take out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would say it did satisfy my cava craving. I got the chicken shwarma with cucumber tomato, red peppers and tzaziki sauce. The ingredients tasted really fresh and yummy! The chicken had good seasoning and was pretty tender. It lasts me two meals because of the great portioning. It has pretty good value and I'd definitely come back here for a healthy feeling meal. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Chicken shwarma, tomato cucumber, tzaziki - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

The steak shawarma was good except for the steak. It had a gamey and livery taste that I wasn't a fan of, as I was expecting a grilled flavor. The fries were crispy, but just okay. The pita chips, on the other hand, were crunchy and paired well with the hummus. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Steak shawarma, pita chips, and hummus - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

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Quick and easy Mediterranean place. Build your own bowl, wraps, etc. Food tastes fresh and lots of sauce to your liking. Friendly and welcoming staff! I got the steak shawarma bowl with turmeric rice. The steak seasoned well and was soft but didn't have that rotisserie char. The eggplant and cauliflower were tasty. The cold toppings tasted fresh. Hot peri peri sauce had a small kick. The pita chips seasoned well and were fried perfectly. It was crispy and wasn't too hard. Hummus was average. The Dubai chocolate was too sweet for me but had good pistachio flavor in between. Meal also comes with a cup of lentil soup which was hot and full of lentil flavor. Would come back here for quick and easy Mediterranean food. Plenty of parking read more

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This is one of my favorite spots for lunch when shopping in the area. My toddler loves the kids meal and thats a big win for me. My husband and I like the build you're own bowl style restaurants. The service is great. We'll be back for lunch soon. read more

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i decided to stop by here because i was told it is similar to cava. i'm normally the type to order online because being met with so many options is overwhelming for me in person, but i decided to just order in person here since it was my first time. the lady that prepared my order was very sweet and did a great job of explaining the establishment and recommending me options. i got the chicken shawarma bowl and the toppings were, in fact, a bit overwhelming because there were so many options. they are unlimited, so i just decided to get a little bit of everything LOL. your order comes with a side of lentil soup. i also got their homemade strawberry lemonade. my total was $20.18! the bowls are very filling and fresh. i'd say you can split it into 2-3 meals. honestly, i haven't had cava in a fat minute but i'd recommend sajj to anyone who asks. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Friendly service, clean restaurant and yummy food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Lots of choices on how to fill your bowl and the complimentary soup cup is a nice way to start or add to the meal. I also was able to try the viral Dubai Chocolate I've been hearing about. Expensive for the amount you get but cheaper than buying a bar! It was too sweet for my taste and I would have preferred more pistachio flavor but now I know what people are talking about! read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Dubai Chocolate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

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No Cava grill in the bay so this is the closest thing to it! I like the concept of the Mediterranean build a bowl with high quality ingredients. They've got a plethora of items to add to your bowl which is nice. The combinations work well for the most part, but I will say the sauces can get a little greasy so don't get too many of them. It's also a thoughtful gesture to include the complimentary soup! read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Free soup - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

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Does anyone understand their catering menu? Makes absolutely no sense. No mention of tray sizes, just the number of protein types and side items. No description of how many people each catering selection serves, nothing!!! read more

The food is standard SAJJ, as you would expect. The reason I am giving 3 stars is because of the service. I picked up an online order and it took 15 minutes longer than the scheduled pick up time. 15 minutes is not a long time, but I noticed they were fulfilling orders that came after mine. When I asked about my order the 2nd time, it ended up being the bowls of food that were by the register, but they didn't finish packing it. I guess they forgot about it. Also, I got the dubai chocolate and it was not good. I've had Dubai chocolate from Dubai, and the one at SAJJ does not taste good and was no where close to the taste of dubai chocolate. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - dubai chocolate- I do not recommend buying it. It doesn't taste like dubai chocolate. - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

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It's my first time to try SAJJ and I'm glad that I did. I'd say this is the Mediterranean version of poke bowl for me. It's a build your own style. You line up, tell them what you want for your bowl, and then bring it to your table. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Set up is perfect if you're busy and on-the-go.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The chicken shawarma bowl is tasty and satisfying, with the garlic sauce and eggplant. Adding extra feta as topping surely elevates the Mediterranean taste even more. The bowl size is big. I also added the lentil soup and it's a nice warm side on a chilly day. It's the right amount of consistency for me. This meal is around $25. I guess that's the new average meal cost everywhere if you want a good food plus drinks and sides. Glad I now have an added option if I'm craving Mediterranean food. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Chicken Shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

I came because I saw this was the closest dupe we have in the Bay Area to CAVA. I had the kids meal with chicken shawarma, onions, rice and garlic sauce. The kids portion is huge, it lasted me two meals! It also came with a capri sun and pita chips. My boyfriend got a bowl and the portions all around are very generous. The food was okay, not as good as CAVA but good for a quick meal option. The highlight to me were the staff, the older hispanic gentleman and woman behind the counter were so sweet. I would definitely come back. read more

Had a craving for Mediterranean style fast food and found this place nearby which was on point! Here you can build your own whether it's a wrap or a variety of bowls or have it built for you too. I chose my own rice bowl and the base is fluffy, turmeric rice (I asked for extra!) the. got the marinated chicken shawarma. They have six proteins including gluten free options. For spread I got the garlic sauce and tzatziki. You can add as little or do the nearly full meal deal which I did and included garbanzo beans, mixed greens, tomato cucumber salad, cherry peppers, pickled cukes, cabbage slaw, olives, avocados, and pickled turnips. Topped it with tahini sauce, balsamic vinaigrette and hot peri peri sauce. I got a side of warm pita bread. The manager also offered me a cup of split pea soup! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was great and the interior was modern and very clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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As a socal girlie I miss my cava and I go to Sajj whenever I miss it. While the proteins are not as inspiring, I really like that you get the option to do combos with different meats without adding more and usually the portions are quite big. read more

The food was enjoyable, but the service left much to be desired. The staff needs to be more attentive to customer preferences when fulfilling orders. My server was rushed, inattentive, and seemed disinterested in listening, which led to me receiving and eating items I hadn't ordered or wanted. This lack of care significantly impacted the overall dining experience. Have been going to this place a lot but now I do not know . Disappointed. read more

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Service: excellent Food quality: great Portion size: smaller than expected Parking: ample, it is located in a plaza Overall great customer service. I placed my order online and it was ready by the time I got there. The workers were also welcoming and friendly. I ordered the family meal for $68 (paid extra +$5 for chicken kebab) and the protein portion seemed smaller than expected for the price. I used the $5 off for my first online order but honestly I probably won't order the family meal again because it looks like if you make individual orders the protein portion is larger. It tasted healthy but the description it says that it can feed 4 people, but that was barely the case. read more

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I REALLY wanted to go to Cava today, as I was traveling in Phoenix, but I didn't have enough time before my flight. For two one-hour flights and one twenty minute layover, Mediterranean food was the only thing on my mind. SAJJ is apparently the closest thing to Cava in the Bay, so the minute I landed I started an online order. The cashier at this location was SO kind - I was about to not get pita chips but she convinced me to do so, and I was so glad I did because those really made the meal. Everything was fresh, especially the chicken shawarma and eggplant. They also had really cool drink options like mint lemonade and tamarind juice, the latter of which I tried and loved. Until I get to Cava, this will be a solid go-to!! read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Chicken shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

My friend showed me this place a few weeks ago and I've been coming back ever since. Everything about this place just reminds me of a better version of Cava. Ambiance 5/5: nice and clean inside. It's like a Mediterranean Chipotle. Service 5/5: the employees here are super friendly and even gave us complimentary lentil soup and a drink! Food 5/5: they loaded up our bowls. I got salad, rice, steak, all the free toppings and sauces, and everything was delicious and fresh. The garlic spread is fire. Pro tip: if you're a student, they offer student discount so be sure to bring your ID! read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Steak shawarma bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

Perfect spot for quick, filling, and healthy mediterranean food. I ordered a steak shawarma bowl and added a whole bunch of toppings. My favorite toppings were the eggplant ragout and the garlic spread. So good! The bowl was pretty pricy after I added avocado and peri peri sauce at almost $20, but it lasted me two meals. It was a perfect balance of flavor: savory, acidic, spicy, + more. It's cool that they give free lentil soup in the side too. Also tried their falafel and chocolate hummus. It was my first time trying falafel and I liked the texture but not so much the flavor. The chocolate hummus with cinnamon chips were good though, and that's coming from someone who doesn't like chocolate! Loved the helpful and efficient service here! They're very professional and keep everything super clean as well. Inside houses a good amount of seats for a casual spot to eat, but I see lots of people doing takeout too! read more

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Stopped here for a quick lunch on a Saturday. There was no wait and the workers were extremely friendly and welcoming. They asked if it was our first time and educated us on how to order as they walked us down the line. The food was fresh and definitely a very light meal but still satisfying. Not going to lie I was suffering from a hangover but this didn't leave me feeling heavy after eating it. I opted for the pita bread with chicken and is was very fresh. The only thing I didn't like was the way the ingredients were piled in, so you're getting a layer at a time. My husband ordered a bowl and he loved it! It was very flavorful and you get all the tastes at once. Our total was $40 (pretty pricey) but you're definitely playing for a quality meal. It comes with complimentary soup as well with anything you order. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

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Ordered a falafel pita here online and checked that I wanted tzatziki sauce in it. Then had to pay an extra $1 extra for 2 small tiny containers of hot sauce and mint cilantro sauce. I got no sauce whatsoever in my pita. So I pretty much just ate dry falafel balls with hot sauce. Also, why the charge for such little hot sauce? Overall, I think I would've been better off at Halal Guys or Nick the Greek's...it's cheaper, and you don't have to pay for sauce to be added to your food. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very warm and welcoming atmosphere, we were greeted with smiles. and I love that. Playlist was a vibe too. Sade, oldies.. good energy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'm not gonna lie, I came in hangry and immediately relaxed the moment I stepped in the door. We got the falafel wraps with everything on it and they did not disappoint. They definitely don't skimp on portions. I was worried he wasn't going to be able to close the wrap but he made it happen lol. The complimentary lentil soup was a comforting surprise. One bite into the wrap and I was like YUP. Bursting with flavors.It was huge so I saved half for later but it definitely felt nourishing with all of the fresh veggies in there, not heavy at all. The mint lemonade was BOMB. I also loved the little facts on the tray lol. We'll definitely be back. read more

Best spot for delicious, quick and healthy customizable meals. Easy to takeout and nice enough to dine in

Every visit here has been amazing! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The staff are always very kind, and the tables are always clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had a chicken and steak bowl, and both were equally delicious- but the star of the show was their sauces for me. The garlic dip & mint sauce are things I can never skip when ordering here! The student discount is wonderful, as it comes with pita chips, a drink, and soup for a great price. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Double Protein Grain Bowl, Lentil Soup, Strawberry Lemonade - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

Looking for a quick well-balanced meal pack with veggies lean protein low carb high in fiber then SAJJ is where is at located right below the clock tower building in an area comprise of upscale restaurants, boutique and cafes. Came by on a Saturday morning not the best time on a weekend though parking is a hit or miss and in an area that is congested with heavy traffic. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Upon entry I was greeted by a friendly staff so I opt to dine-in a cozy updated modern interior.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] As for the menu I chose chicken shawarma rice bowl serve with a bowl of lentil soup. Portions were very generous with so many toppings to choose from loved the hummus and tahni sauce adds flavor very rich a healthy nutrious gourmet meal along a cup of mint lemonade not too sweet has a vibrant taste. Would definitely be back SAJJ packs a mean punch with a diverse flavor a combination of both Middle Eastern and Mediterranean gourmet meals. read more

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Sajj in general is what I'd consider a model fast food restaurant -- fast, delicious, inexpensive, and most importantly -- HEALTHY. The server today was nice enough to give us a sample of their new DONER KEBAB which was really tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place isn't very big but it's perfect for a lunchtime grab and go![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

LOVE being able to have lunch during work guilt-free! Sajj is the perfect balanced meal to have during the day, as it's not too heavy and will surely fill your stomach. Yes, it can be pricey at nearly $20/bowl, but it can last 2 meals and the quality speaks for itself. Like many reviews, yup it's essentially a Mediterranean Chipotle. However, they are SO much better. They provide lots of healthy toppings, such as beets, sumac onions, eggplant, etc. There's endless toppings and just as flavorful meat. My only one gripe was the falafel was a little dry. Not the best Mediterranean food I've had, but the customization and variety greatly elevates the experience. Unlike ... you know who... they don't skimp on the meats ;) My firm catered from here as well, and the food was fresh as well! You can never go wrong with some delectable chicken shawarma. The customer service is fantastic too, always greeted with enthusiasm. It's a clean interior and in a plaza with lots of nearby stores: Trader Joe's, Target, even a nail salon! Love having this place in Downtown! read more

Good spot for quick and easy food. If you like mediterranean food, this is a great spot. Pick and choose what you like! The falafel was great and the cilantro chutney was amazing. They are very generous on all the toppings. The side of lentil soup wasn't my favorite, but it was free! The service was great - everyone was super friendly and helpful. A casual spot for a quick bite. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

This place is basically a Mediterranean Chipotle which I really enjoyed. The staff was friendly and happy to answer any questions. I ordered a rice bowl with steak shwarma and pomegranate chicken. You can do half and half. I got all the toppings with my rice bowl such as the tomato cucumber, beets and hummus. The rice bowl tasted really fresh and flavorful. They even had guacamole. I topped my bowl with the cilantro sauce. I was already pretty full after eating about half of the bowl so I would say the rice bowl equals about 2 meals . The fries were pretty good as well. The free lentil soup went well with the meal. When you check-in, you get free pita chips with a meal purchase. You can pick which dip you want for the pita chips as well. I would definitely come here again if i want a quick Mediterranean meal. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Rice Bowl with Steak Shwarma and Pomegranate Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

Quick review for a quick lunch spot - honestly very solid! It's a build-your-own bowl establishment like Chipotle, but it's unapologetically Mediterranean so much better flavors and textures, if you're into that. I built my own bowl with the steak schwarma - it came out a little too shreddy for my liking, so definitely opting for the (cubed) chicken next time, but the seasonings were on point and flavorful. The real stars in my opinion are the - their saucy eggplant was super good and the side of tomato cucumber salad is fresh and flavorful. Definitely also worth slathering the tahini on everything, because it was super tasty and complemented everything. Ditto with the hummus, which was looser than usual but actually worked well with the dish because it let it seep in everywhere and make the whole bowl a bit moister. Overall just a solid bowl. It is a little bit on the pricier side but unless you're absolutely famished you can easily get two meals out of it. I powered through the entire bowl in one sitting and had a big food coma afterwards :( Worth it though! I'll be back. --- sweet: great flavors, big portions bitter: proteins could use some TLC with regards to dryness / shredding. flavors are excellent though. read more

Great go to food for a work from home lunch! I always get the chicken wrap bites, and the garlic sauce it comes with is so good! Have also tried their bowls, very healthy option! read more

I'm so glad I stumbled upon SAJJ. From the moment I entered I was greeted with a smile and was helped right away. Sadly, I can't remember who helped me on Friday the 8th but he was so helpful and make it easy for me to order! I'm honestly surprised to not see this placed full as the food has great flavor and you have different options to try. It's nice and quiet inside with music playing in the background but not too loud where it would get annoying. I got a steak shawarma wrap. I have to say this was very filling but not in a bad way. Kept me full for the rest of the day. You get to build your own so I was able to add a variety of flavors to my wrap but each one complemented each other. The gentleman also gave me some sauces to try which added more flavor. The cilantro had to be my favorite! The nice thing is you get a side of lentil soup! I'd definitely would be back to try a bowl another time I'm in town again. The food and friendly workers are what would bring me back and that's not easy to find nowadays! read more

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My husband and I are kicking ourselves. After living in the neighborhood for 10 years, we only just found this diamond. While not a chain, it works a bit like Chipotle: choose your protein, decide on getting it in a wrap, pita bread, or bowl. Husband and I both got the pomegranate chicken in a wrap and in a pita.The seasoning on the chicken was FANTASTIC. We both tried a sample of the steak and it was equally amazing. Had we not had beef the night before, I would have chosen it. There is a good variety of toppings to add including lots of fresh veggies like marinated eggplant. Everything was flavorful and the portions were filling. There are sides of lentil soup, fries, and pita chips for an extra cost. The owner and an employee who helped us couldn't have been nicer. We had planned to get takeout but the interior was so clean and cozy we opted to stay. Seating is on bar stools which I normally hate. These stools were shockingly comfy. Heed my warning: don't sleep on this place! It's a great stop for a healthy, delicious meal. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Clean with comfortable bar stools - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

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Had Pita Sandwich and falafel bowl. Loved them both, the portions were huge, it was two of us and we felt we should have ordered just one. Victoria was serving us , and her energy was wonderful. We had gone there after a long day and her kind, welcoming nature rejuvenated us. Ambiance was great too ! Clean , nice music . Loved this place!! read more

This place is actually AMAZING!!!! The food literally changed my life. There are so many options to choose from, and everything is so flavorful. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The staff are super friendly too and make the environment very comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Chipotle can't even top a place like this. It's also super affordable!! read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - San Jose, California

THIS PLACE IS YUMMY! It's like a Chipotle style but for Mediterranean food. Love ALL the OPTIONS available. You choose a base: turmeric rice; couscous; or spring lettuce mix. Choose your protein: chicken Shwarma; pomegranate chicken (I need to try this next time); falafel Toppings: hummus, chick peas, beets, grilled cauliflower , and a whole bunch more!! Sauces: regular and spicy Tahini, etc My husband took me here a year or so ago and the very next day I wanted to come back! It was THAT GOOD. Location is right next to my work but since covid, I don't go in as much anymore with WFH. I will have to take a picture next time but I get so excited I forget to, so you just have to try for yourself! Their drinks are also YUMMY! Tamarind, ginger lemonade, and another. They also give you lentil soup with your meal, and never had it previously but no wonder why ppl like it! (Will try my best to take pics next time. ) read more