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Sala Mediterranean Grill

4.7 (144 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Trevejah J.

This was just what I needed! A healthy option of a bowl with powerful flavors! So delicious The staff is so friendly and patient, as it was my first time Saud ( I hope I got that right tall gentleman) explained how it worked and gave me amazing recommendations! It was late on a Sunday night and the food was still fresh. And the restaurant was clean and welcoming! I will definitely be back thanks to him.

Alyssa C.

So glad I finally got to try this place! I saw it on TikTok because people compare it to Cava (which does not have a location in NorCal). They really filled up my bowl! I was so happy with the end result. The worker who made my bowl was very helpful in walking me through each station and telling me how many items I could choose and which were unlimited. I didn't feel rushed, which was nice. The inside has booths and tables and they also have several tables outside. Public parking I available nearby.

Chicken bowls
Stephanie O.

After trying Cava in Los Angeles, I have been looking for a restaurant in the Bay Area that closely resembles it. Therefore, I came across Cava! My boyfriend and I both got build-your-own-bowls with their chicken. One thing I particularly enjoyed was their beets! They didn't have this at Cava, so I was pleased to know they had them here! Their sauces were okay, nothing out of the ordinary for me. The pickles are definitely an acquired taste, as they're not usually the type of pickles I eat. One thing to note is Cava has free pita chips with each order, which I wish was something Sala did as well. Overall, the restaurant was clean and had amazing AC. Although I have recommended some friends to go and try for themselves, I'll honestly stick with Chipotle or Cava when in the perimeters of one. I still think it's worth a try though!

Debbie F.

This place is fantastic! All sorts of bowls and wraps to pick from. The ingredients are fresh and delicious! Falafel balls were so tasty and not greasy. I especially like the chicken Mezze bowl. The beets and fennel salads are very tasty. The pita bread is so fluffy and served warm. The manager Brendan comes by to make sure your food is good and it sure was! This place is a winner. Portions are very generous!

Lamb bowl with everything and an order of falafel on the side
Qian L.

Twice in a week, it's my Mediterranean chipotle and my Walnut Creek Cava. This place is extremely busy, but staff keeps dining room and work stations clean and tidy. Spacious eating area, comfortable seating. The falafel is perfect, lamb was fantastic. Toppings are fresh, sauces and dips are tasty and add vibrancy to the bowl. My order: lamb, saffron rice, farrow, all the greens, all the toppings, harissa, eggplant, muhammara dip, tahini, harissa sauce and an order of falafel on the side. I give this place a 10/10.

Build your own bowl
Allie T.

My experience here on August 7 was fantastic. My sisters and I went here for lunch. We all made our own bowls, I can't remember how my sisters did theirs, but I remember how I did mine. I started off with saffron rice as the base, roasted eggplant, tzatziki and hummus as sides, lamb for the meat, tomato and cucumber, pickled onions, pickled cucumber, feta cheese, olives, creamy garlic and Greek dressing to finish it off. We also got a mint lemonade and seasonal strawberry lemonade too. The workers there are very friendly too. Service was smooth and solid. And other people were eating here too. It wasn't super packed, but it was smooth sailing. The environment inside is nice and pleasant, especially when shoppers in Walnut Creek need a lunch break. Overall, I will come back here again for my build your own Mediterranean bowl fix. :)

bowl with saffron rice and beef
Gary Y.

No frills fast casual mediterranean make your own bowl restaurant. Ingredients are fresh and portions are generous. Lemonade is ok - can be skipped unless you're really craving for something sweet. Outdoor seating can be noisy since it's street facing.

Market bowl in a wrap
Stacy R.

This place was packed on a Saturday afternoon. Workers were super friendly and the food was delicious! We sat outside which was really nice! My husband had a bowl, and I had the market bowl in a wrap. It was big and heavy! Our Only complaint is that the meat wasn't warm enough.

Bowl
Carson M.

Came on a Sunday close to opening, no line, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Two metered spots out front, or park at the Chase bank lot behind the restaurant ($7 for 11 hours, though I couldn't select a shorter time for some reason). Clean interior, helpful staff. Their soda and water dispenser is behind the counter, so ask them for cups of water while you're paying. I built a rice bowl with kale, chicken (they also have chickpeas and cauliflower as options), hummus and tzatziki, pickled onion and cucumber tomato salad, and greek and creamy garlic dressing. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. Also got a side of pita chips, since it seemed popular. They fry it fresh, so it took a few minutes to come out, but it was cooked well, still soft and doughy inside with a slightly crispy exterior. It did have a slightly strong oil taste though, so maybe fry it a bit less or use fresher oil. I'd also get a side of dip, since your bowl won't have much left after mixing.

Bowl 1/2 chicken 1/2 chickpea with kale romaine and ancient grains
Heather M.

Awesome new fast casual place! Think a Mediterranean chipotle! Basically you walk down the line and the very helpful employees help you choose from an area of options. Bowl, pita or wrap. Rice, grains, greens. Protein- chicken lamb beef cauliflower chickpea. Sauces!! (Can be on side) as many veggie toppings as you want and dressing! It's a feast and enough for two meals!

Build your own bowl
Chastity V.

Sala has quickly become my new go-to spot for a delicious & healthy takeout meal in Downtown Walnut Creek. I've been here twice now and I immediately fell in love with their Build Your Own Bowl, with fresh and flavorful ingredients. The line tends to be long, but moves quickly. I like to customize a greens & grains bowl. The saffron basmati rice is always a good choice. Then you choose dips- I like the hummus and tzatziki; Proteins are next, and I recommend the lamb! All the toppings mix in well and you can't go wrong. Finally, there's a good selection of dressings. I like the Tahini and Spicy Harissa. I recommend the Pita Chips to go with your meal, especially if they're freshly made!! On my first visit, I had to wait five minutes for a fresh batch, and it was well worth the wait. For dessert, the baklava is perfectly flaky and not overly sweet. The restaurant is nicely decorated and clean and has an okay amount of seating, but I wouldn't recommend dining in with a large group (more than 4). Great for takeout.

Simple menu
Ahmed H.

Great new addition to the Broadway shopping center here in Walnut Creek food scene. Awesome staff members who treat you as a regular even though it's your first time walking in the door. Very warm, welcoming atmosphere and smiles also they were very accommodating. The owner himself even comes out and checks on you to answer any questions and to make sure you're happy with the food and service. We had a bowl and a wrap. The bowl was refreshing and the wrap couldn't have been better. Check out my pics and use your imagination. So when hungry and want fresh and healthy alternatives. Try out Sala

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Nancy N.

Came here for lunch with my friend the other day. We both ordered the falafel salad bowl. Since it was noon, the restaurant was fairly crowded. We were pretty lucky and were able to find a table by the window to sit. The inside of the restaurant was bright and warm. I really liked the decor. The order line moved fairly quickly. The food was good. The portion was also a decent size. I am glad this place opened; it's a nice addition to the Walnut Creek food scene.

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Daryoush

4.4(660 reviews)
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Fabulous food - extensive menu. Ordered vegan eggplant stew…read more Huge portion split between two people. Beautiful ambiance: cozy and intimate enough for a date yet casual enough for a meal with friends. Exceptional service: kind, very friendly and very accommodating. Look forward to going again!

This was my third visit to Daryoush. We were in Walnut Creek to run another errand and decided to…read morestop by for a late lunch or early dinner. As with my previous two visits, the service was very good and professional. We were greeted immediately and seated. The restaurant has a few tables outside in front, while the indoor dining area is long, nicely decorated, and comfortable. The wall decorations are reminiscent of the ancient ruins of Iran's Achaemenid dynasty. Daryoush, after whom the restaurant is named, was one of the most powerful kings of that dynasty more than two millennia ago. We started with Salad-e Shirazi, which literally means "salad from Shiraz," a historic city in Iran. It's made with chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions, dressed with lime juice. I usually add a little olive oil. It hit the spot and whetted our appetites! For our main course, we ordered the Daryoush Plate, which comes with three kabob skewers: filet mignon (Barg), chicken (Jujeh), with a choice of breast or thigh, and ground beef (Koobideh). It also comes with two servings of basmati rice. Since we didn't want to overeat, we substituted a salad for one serving of rice. Even then, when the food arrived, it was a generous amount for two people! The chicken breast kabob was perfect! The other two kabobs were very good, and the rice was just fine. We wrapped up our meal with a couple of cups of Persian tea. After three visits, Daryoush remains a place I enjoy returning to for good Persian food and consistently attentive service.

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Babalou's Mediterranean

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Came here and ordered the spicy combination platter to go (rice + lamb + chicken + hummus +…read morecucumber salad). I paid $16.49 which I thought was good for the amount of food. The service wasn't exactly friendly- they didn't really communicate much with me and just pointed at my to-go bag and where to tap my card. I don't typically like lamb but it was very juicy and seasoned well here, so I enjoyed it! The chicken was delicious and definitely my favorite. I thought the rice was just ok, it was bit dry. I agree with others that it's a shame they don't include garlic sauce or other sauce on the side. The inside had a few tables for seating. There is no patio area, so outside seating was not an option.

No wait or long line. When you enter you can see the restaurant very clean and organized. Ample…read moreseating area for dine ins. My order was taken right away and food was ready in no time. The gentleman at the cashier was very friendly and came to find out he used to work at the Mediterranean place I've been going to in Palo Alto what a coincidence. Prices on their menu are very affordable. The chicken and lamb were very flavorful same at the cucumber and tomato salad was very fresh and the falafels are just the perfect t crunch. Overall, I highly recommend this Mediterranean restaurant because their food is delicious and affordable..

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Babalou's Mediterranean - Menu as of 4/2025

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4.8(249 reviews)
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We loved Sipeos so much that we came back again the very next day! This time we had the chance to…read moremeet the owner, who was incredibly kind and took the time to tell us about how Sipeos came to be and the inclusive environment they're trying to create. I really love the thought behind their menu. There's such a diverse selection for both vegans and non-vegans, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, so everyone can come together and actually have plenty of options. We ordered some of the same food we loved the first time and also tried the pizza this time. Once again, everything was amazing! And having vegan desserts to choose from just makes it even better. Great food, great atmosphere, and after getting to know a little more about the people and idea behind Sipeos, we appreciate this place even more. We'll definitely be back!

I've been actively seeking out plant-based restaurants for a while now - albeit with limited…read moresuccess. Of all places, I'm surprised the Bay Area doesn't have waaaaaay more plant-based dining, and I welcome any suggestions from my fellow Yelpers on spots I may have missed! So when I learned of Sipeos, featuring a plant-based Mediterranean menu, I immediately bookmarked it, and this weekend we tried it out. To be clear, since the term 'plant-based' gets muddled a lot these days, Sipeos is a vegetarian, not strictly vegan restaurant. However, they do have fully vegan options, and other selections can be modified to be vegan - yay for vegan cheese! We perused the menu, and ordered a couple of drinks, and the Under the Tuscan Sun pizza to share: mozzarella, arugula, mushrooms, and beans. Pretty tasty, but I do wish there was less dough. Props for a 100% seed oil-free menu! Their beverage program promotes low and no-alcohol cocktails, wines, and beers. Not my jam, but I understand the intention, and that's what the cool kids are into these days. It's also odd to me that mocktails are priced the same as actual cocktails, and not just here, I've noticed this trend at other places as well. But if you want to spend $14 for juice, who am I to argue? Service was good, and the ambiance was nice. May return at some point.

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Sipeos Restaurant and Bar - Veggie Burger, Loaded Hummus, Mushroom Melody Pinsa Pizza, and Lunch Special.

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