Halal Restaurants near La Mesa, CA

“First time here and not disappointed. Didn't have a long wait like others said. The doma was excellent. I got the combo to try their meats - beef kabob, chicken Tikka, and beef shawarma. All were seasoned well, especially the shawarma...very bold. But it's the cook on the meat that set them apart! All 3 were tender, juicy, and savory. Too many overcook these but they just melted in my mouth. Highly recommended.“

“Bold flavors that took us pleasantly by surprise. We’ll be going back.“

“Everyone is nice and easy going. I honestly appreciate it here. You can feel the good vibes, kindness and warmth from them. Celly is a clear example and really shows us the amazing standard they have at the amazing customer service. Pls, give him a raise!“

“We not only regularly eat here but often order catering. They are so incredibly lovely, the order is always on time and when you do order catering each item is in its own container, with labels. It is an excellent choice for multiple dietary restrictions your group may have to pick and choose what works best for everyone. Eat here! Order catering here!“

“Best fried chicken and fried shrimp! if your here you must try“

“Food is always on point and the people very friendly. But I wonder how important cleanliness is, it feels that everytime I go, the tables and floor are a mess. I get that a lot are disgusting and don't know how to clean after themselves, but as a restaurant, they should consider cleaning the dinning area. Hope this doesn't come off in a wrong way, but that's an important part in my opinion.“

“love the food I'm from Chicago and omg“

“The best restaurant so far in San Diego!!! The food is amazing and you get a big portion!!!“

“The place was amazing and the food was delicious“

“food is very tasty and prices are reasonable. portiobs are very large.“

“Best chicken shawarma wrap I’ve ever had in my life, and the nicest people serving too! Definitely should try this food truck if you are downtown!“

“Excellent service, amazing and delicious food. Highly recommended!“

“My friends and I came here for a girls trip and had the BEST experience. The halal food was delicious. And the service was AMAZING the owner himself is so sweet and treated his customers like family. If you are looking for halal food this is the spot to go cant recommend it enough“

“Gyros House in El Cajon is a great spot for anyone looking for flavorful Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food at an affordable price. The restaurant is well known for its fresh ingredients, generous portions, and friendly service. Popular menu items such as the chicken shawarma, gyro sandwiches, and falafel are packed with flavor and served with warm pita bread and tasty sauces. Although the restaurant has a simple food-court style atmosphere, many customers enjoy the quick service and quality of the food. Overall, Gyros House is a solid choice for delicious and satisfying Mediterranean cuisine in El Cajon.
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“The best place ever. Outstanding mix of Arabic, Italian, Mexican and American The best ever“

“Everything we had for dinner was delicious. The hummus was creamy. The baba ganush was out of this world. The combo grilled chicken, shrimp was enough for 2 people. The service was exceptional. I highly recommend Sadaf.“

“The best chicken shawarma I have tried in San Diego 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 very friendly staff in person and over the phone 📱 the rice is really good too and the sandwiches 😋!!!“

“Pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. So much delicious food! Chicken plate was fabulous, moist, and seasoned well. The lamb was tender and flavorful. Will be returning.“

“Absolutely loved the kebabs here! They reminded me of the authentic kebabs I grew up eating back home in Kurdistan. The flavor, seasoning, and quality were excellent. If you’re looking for authentic Kurdish-style kebabs, I highly recommend giving this place a try!“

“The salatim platter was amazing, with so many delicious sides, including hummus, muhammara, cucumber yogurt, green tahini, shallot yogurt, pickles, olives, and dukkah, all served with naan, roasted garlic fry bread, and pita. I also loved the Soltani platter, especially with the added steak kebab. The chicken tahchin was incredible and came with the most delicious tahdig. Nicholas was an amazing waiter—professional, attentive, and provided excellent service. The ambiance is absolutely beautiful, and this is the most stunning Persian restaurant I have ever visited in the US. I would eat here every day if I lived in San Diego.“

“Everything about this place is amazing!!! Authentic Pakistani food, great clean ambiance, and super friendly staff!! Must try their beef haleem and seekh kebabs!!“

“I ordered 5 Ground Beef Kabob Skewers , 5 Chicken Tikka Skewers, 1 chicken cream chop, 1 Shawarma Wrap, Rice, Hummus & Salad. Served with Pita Bread, Grilled So when I got home I find out there is only 4 Ground Beef kabob and 4 chicken Tikka And that was so embarrassing for me because I invited 5 people for lunch That was really bad experience“

“I had the federation — half rice, half pasta — with one chicken suqaar and one beef suqaar. The rice was cooked to perfection, light and fragrant, while the pasta carried the spices beautifully without overpowering the dish.

Both suqaar plates were tender, well-seasoned, and balanced — not greasy, just clean flavor. Paired with fresh salad and banana, everything came together the way Somali food is meant to.

Easily some of the best Somali food I’ve had so far.“

“The food was just great. Choice of spicy-ness offered; the portion is filling. The ambience was just as great: calm music, nice decorations, and clean. And the service was also awesome: personable, fr“

“I had a great experience at Habibi Taqueria! The pollo asado burrito was delicious—perfectly seasoned, tender, and wrapped in a soft, fresh tortilla. The flavors were spot on, and every bite was satisfying. The service was excellent as well; the staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was just right.“

“The food was just great. Choice of spicy-ness offered; the portion is filling. The ambience was just as great: calm music, nice decorations, and clean. And the service was also awesome: personable, fr“

“Bold flavors that took us pleasantly by surprise. We’ll be going back.“

“Afghan cuisine is wonderful – flavorful without being overpowering. Think aromatic spices and tender meats, not just heat. The rice dishes with carrots and raisins (Qabil I Pulao) and the dumplings (Mantu) are must-tries. Such a warm atmosphere .🙏“

“Today was our first time visiting Arman Restaurant with my family, and we had a truly wonderful experience. The food was exceptional—fresh, delicious, and prepared with great care and quality. Every dish exceeded our expectations.

What impressed us even more was the outstanding service. In particular, a young waitress whose name I believe was Sughra was incredibly kind, respectful, and professional. Her warm attitude and excellent customer service made us feel genuinely welcome and added something special to our visit.

We were also very impressed by how clean and well-organized the restaurant was. The attention to cleanliness and the overall atmosphere made our dining experience even more enjoyable.

We would like to sincerely thank the management and staff of Arman Restaurant for such a memorable experience. We will definitely return and will gladly recommend this restaurant to our friends and family. ⭐🙏🏻“

“This was an unexpected and pleasant surprise. I usually go to a different restaurant for Middle Eastern food whenever I’m in El Cajon. But it was closed for remodeling, and in search of an alternative, I found this hidden gem. The gentleman who made the food was very welcoming and hospitable. The food was some of the tastiest Middle Eastern food I’ve ever had. Prices are very reasonable, portion size is big, service is great, and the food is delicious. This easily made my list of must go to restaurants whenever I’m in San Diego. I’m usually by the coastline, but I will gladly make the drive to El Cajon to come here. Also great to support local small businesses and Christian business owners. 🙏☦️“

“I know nothing about the seating arrangements, pricing (high or low…I’m from out of town, and door dashed). All I know is the food I ordered chicken samosa, veggie samosa, chicken biryani, garlic naan and tikka masala (spicy with chicken) is some of the best Indian food that I’ve had on this side of the world. Highly recommend!“