Sofie&#x27;s Pita

Larry's is truly such a special place. My husband was deployed, and after a long day, I just needed…read morea break from cooking. I brought my two little ones in, and from the moment we arrived, everyone was so warm, welcoming, and helpful. The food came out quickly and was great, my kids loved it, and the staff was incredibly sweet and continued checking on us throughout our meal. As a mom handling everything on my own during deployment, it meant more than they probably realized to walk into a place with two young kids and feel genuinely welcomed instead of overwhelmed. It was such a relief after a long day, and I'm so grateful for the kindness we were shown. We'll definitely be coming back!

A nice, casual Greek restaurant in a small shopping complex in Poway. A small shared parking lot…read more The menu includes a variety of plates, wraps, salads, and burgers. Service was friendly and we were immediately greeted upon arrival. I got a quarter chicken plate which came with a small side salad, side of rice, and pita bread. The food was fresh and tasty but the portions were small especially for the high price point (total cost was $19). I felt they could have gave more rice and salad to beef up the plate. Overall good food just wasn't full after my meal...

Gyro & shrimp plate w/double salad

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Locally owned & operated

Grab-and-go

It's always a delight to stop here for an authentic Greek meal. The gyro meat here is excellent.read more

I decided to try this place out for lunch after seeing its high ratings, so I was expecting a great…read moremeal. When I arrived, I was greeted by Evan who provided a friendly service. Inside the restaurant, there are plenty of seating and there is also outdoor seating. I ordered the Gyros Plate for takeout which came to $28. Evan was kind enough to provide an extra tzatziki sauce and utensils when I asked. One thing I found surprising was the 3.89% credit card fee so bringing cash would be a better option. The portion of the gyro meat was generous, but the pita bread and the rice portions felt a bit small by comparison. The gyro meat itself was very salty which lead me to reach for water throughout my meal. The rice pilaf was flavorful and ended up being my favorite part of the plate. Unfortunately, the Greek salad was dressed with too much vinaigrette making it soggy and slightly unpleasant to eat. The olives tasted old and had a bad aftertaste. The tzatziki sauce is also very watery. For the price of the meal and my experience, it didn't meet my expectations. The food quality felt short and I don't plan on returning. This will be my first and likely my last visit.

Souvlaki!!

Halloumi Salad

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Victor's Kafe

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Finally got tired of $1.50 Costco hot dogs. So looking for a place close to the Poway Costco so I…read moredon't shop when I am hungry. Decide to try this place for lunch. It was empty when I walked in, but it looks like they do a good take out business. I ordered the Gyros Sandwich combo which comes with 2 sides and a fountain drink. I upgraded to a Greek Salad for my 2 sides. It comes with a container of Tzatziki sauce on the side. The gyros had good flavor and the pita was soft and moist. Everything was very flavorful and the place was very clean. Definitely will go back.

On a lunch break and decided to check out Victors Kafe. Nice little shop set up in a strip mall. I…read moreordered the Gyro with a side of fries. The Gyro was packed with plenty of delicious beef and lamb, onions and tomatoes. The fries were seasoned and crispy for a thicker cut. Definitely a solid meal. Overall, a good dining experience. A small and clean restaurant. They were friendly and provided ketchup and Tzatziki sauce without even asking for it. Good place for a Mediterranean meal.

Gyros Sandwich Combo

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This place is one of the best for Mediteranean food in San Diego County. We have been ordering big…read moreparty plates from them many times and their platter that suppose to feed 4-6 people is enought for a company of ten or even more people. Always fresh and super tasty. Quick delivery. Our guests are happy and always ask where we get the food from. Amazing. Keep it up like this guys.

I'm happy to say this visit was a MUCH better experience than my last one. I previously gave 2…read morestars after being served tzatziki that tasted rancid, so I was definitely hesitant to come back. This time around, everything tasted fresh and completely changed my opinion. The chicken shawarma plate was loaded with flavorful chicken, rice, hummus, salad, and all the extras, and the pita was warm and fresh. Most importantly, the tzatziki was fresh this time and tasted exactly how it should. I'm glad I gave them another chance because this experience was night and day compared to my last visit. Consistency was my biggest issue before, and based on this meal, they've made a major improvement. I'd happily come back again.

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Chicken Shawarma Platter

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Baba Kabob

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Amazing Lamb Kabob Super delicious Aushak…read moreMust try the mix Bolani Big portions will come back

Went here for lunch and it was okay. I got a ton of rice and a few pieces of chicken. I hardly…read moretouched the salad because the tomatoes were rotten. You could tell they didn't want to throw them away so they put them in my salad. No place to sit inside to be prepared to be outside in the Poway heat.

Outdoor dining area is nicely lit

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11.8 mi•Rancho Bernardo

Healthy dining

Halal

We love this place. It's our go to for healthy food. I actually crave the chicken kebob…read moresalad....at least 2x a week! The manager and staff are friendly and helpful. I love them too!

I no longer live in the Moved to North County but had to…read morestop at my go-to kebob place. Same amazing team, same incredible food, same beautiful energy. The perfect reset before the drive back. Never disappoints. Can't wait for the next visit!

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4.2(314 reviews)

14.1 mi

Had not been back here in over 2 years as I live in Temecula. However, I was soooo disappointed at…read morethe extreme poor quality of the gyro meat!! Being from the east coast it's bad enough I have to deal w/this beef/lamb mix instead of just LAMB, but this used to be the best gyros I could find in California! The meat was always fresh, nice slices grilled to crisp perfection. Today I had some sort of cheapy, gristly, crumbly meat. Definitely not what I was accustomed to getting. W/come back once more and try the deelish chicken that I PRAY has not changed.

Best way to cook a chicken is rotisserie and this place does it well. Simple and delicious!read more

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Make sure to try their baklava

Luna Grill Poway

4.3(797 reviews)

11.8 mi

Wow! so impressed…read more Food was delicious & the service was impeccable. Joey was so kind and elevated the whole experience in store. Friendly and welcoming. High quality experience all around. Food, service and environment.

So disappointed. The Mediterranean salad had more rice than couscous, and not mixed lettuce, kale…read more No feta, no mint, and was so spicy I could not eat it! It was in a much smaller bowl. I have ordered this multiple times and it was great. This was inedible. We will never go back now.

Dining room

Grilled Chicken kabobs, Mediterranean Salad, hummus & pita, beef kabobs, desserts, rice, wraps and sauce.

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Apple Walnut Wrap

Victors Kafe

4.2(345 reviews)

13.0 mi

Victor's Cafe has some of my favorite Mediterranean food in San Diego. Their chicken kebab plate is…read moregenuinely the best chicken kebab I've had. The chicken is always so flavorful, but honestly, the rice might be just as good. It's the best rice I've had from any Mediterranean restaurant in San Diego. My husband usually gets the gyro salad, which is another favorite for us. And we can't come here without getting the feta fries! Definitely one of those places where we already know exactly what we're ordering before we walk in. If you're going for the first time, get the chicken kebab plate and feta fries. You won't regret it.

Excellent customer service from the owner and Natalia - appreciate their large group orders. The…read morecilantro sauce and viktors chicken is probably my favorite. The Gyro is a crowd favorite- recommend highly for catering.

This is the majority of the restaurant. Smaller but very clean & kind

Gyros Salad

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Yum!

Shiraz Persian Cuisine

4.2(267 reviews)

12.1 mi

My first time and we used a Groupon coupon to try it out and see if we like the place. We really…read moredid. The Koobideh kabob and chicken kabob were awesome and the hummus appetizer was great. Going back to try the full menu soon. Recommended Thx

My husband chose this place for my mom's birthday. And he preordered a lamb head as a surprise…read more When we get there, we were told to order 3 more main dishes, otherwise we have to be charge extra 10 dollar for the Saturday performance. We ordered another 3 kebab and rice dishes. The foods overall are really good! The lamb was little slimy, I think it's a little bit overpriced. But the other 3 ones are very nice in a reasonable price. We also had some beers and yogurt drink, they all pretty good. The service is little strange at the beginning because we were asked to order more main dishes, but later after we watched the show, we think it makes sense because it was a very impressive performance! I really hope they could have more customers. Especially on Saturday, it is a very special and unique cultural show, it's worthy to experience that!

Koobideh Kabab Albaloo Polo Plus chicken or beef

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Soltani Kabob

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John D.

5 months ago

Review for Sofie's Pita Rating: The Gyro Pita and Baklava here are easily the best I've had. Having tried these dishes in various spots across San Diego, as well as throughout Greece, Turkey, and Israel, I've experienced a wide range of authentic flavors. While every region has its own unique take, the quality right here in Ramona stands above the rest. Beyond the food, the staff are incredibly engaging and friendly. They recognize me as a regular, and I'm greeted with a genuine smile every time I walk through the door. It's rare to find such a perfect combination of world-class flavor and a welcoming local atmosphere. High-level takeaway: Authentic taste, local charm, and the best Baklava in the county. Highly recommended! read more

Mary T.

3 years ago

We saw that this restaurant had 4.5 stars, and took the whole family there for dinner. We were all confused as we sat there and ate and how any customer could give this restaurant above two stars. No, it's not terrible, or the worst food you've ever eaten. But it's also not a 4 1/2 star experience. Most of our food was room temperature, and there was just nothing fresh on the plate . Most of it was over cooked or reheated . Again, this is a terrible... But it's not something you'd ever go back for. Honestly, the only reason I'm even giving it to stars, is because the people were friendly, and I feel bad giving at one star read more

Jerry C.

1 year ago

This restaurant serves what must have been the finest Mediterranean food within ages. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. I am eagerly looking forward to my next visit and will recommend all my friends visiting Ramona to come here. Just a little advice: double-check what you want before placing an order, as sometimes what you ask for might get lost in translation, and after paying for it, there's no going back to change it. read more

Rebecca L.

1 year ago

I stopped by Sophie's Pita in Ramona today and had a gyro which was absolutely amazing! The meat was perfectly seasoned, the pita was soft and warm, and the tzatziki sauce brought it all together. You can really taste the freshness in every bite. With limited dining choices in Ramona, this place is a great find. Highly recommend if you're craving something flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be back to try more! read more

Jose C.

3 years ago

A little pricey for the quality I got. I don't know if I caught them near closing and just got what was left over??? But I ordered a Gyro w/fries for pick up and both were cold, and I didn't drive this stuff home, I ate it in my car in the parking lot. Does anybody like stale room temp french fries? If that's your jam, then this is your joint. read more

Roxanne W.

4 years ago

Everything was amazing. We enjoyed a number of things on the menu. Everything was delightful. The shawarma and balklva were my favorite ever. read more

Nael A.

3 years ago

Excellent food, clean restaurant, great and friendly customer service! Highly recommended for delicious & fresh food!! read more

Nsns N.

2 years ago

Absolute garbage food, very skimpy and definitely not authentic, steer clear of this joint

Mandy A.

2 years ago

The food is always so yummy and the staff is very kind, we will be back often!!!!!!!!!!!

Ronaldo B.

2 years ago

I tired the gyro sandwich and it was delicious. The owner and his son were very kind.

Aaron T.

5 years ago

Brilliant food and customer service, would always recommend.

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