47 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near La Mesa

“очень вкусная еда, большие порции. работники очень дружелюбны.“

“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.“

“food consistently good, tasty, fresh.“

“Very authentic! Very family friendly“

“Nice restaurant delicious and clean food .“

“I love this place so much. Super delicious and affordable. Personal favorites are the cream chop and the baklava! Highly recommend.“

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

“Excellent service great food always a pleasure to dine here“

“Our experience at Alforon Mediterranean Lebanese Cuisine was truly exceptional. From the moment we walked in, we felt the big hearts of the owners and their genuine love for what they do. Their hospitality is warm, personal, and sincere. They make you feel like you are a guest in their home, not just a customer in a restaurant.

The food is incredibly authentic, rich in flavor, beautifully prepared, and made with such care. Every dish tastes homemade, fresh, and comforting, like you’re enjoying a meal at your family’s table. You can also tell how clean and well-maintained everything is, which makes the experience even more enjoyable and reassuring.

The location is in an amazing spot, easy to access, and perfect whether you’re dining with family or friends. I also love the variety on the menu.

If you’re looking for authentic food, exceptional hospitality, and a place that truly feels like home, Alforon is a must-visit in San Diego. Highly recommended! 🤍“

“Consistently great, fresh food, generous portions, and very healthy; friendly service; good rewards program which pays off more often than most. It’s my favorite local restaurant!“

“Food was good. However, the cashiers were busy cleaning up for the night vs taking care of customers. It wasn’t late, either. It was around 7:30 or 7:45 on a Sunday. The cleaners they use are very strong. Very pinesol or something like that. Glad I got food to go because I wouldn’t want to have smelled the cleaners during dinner. Dining room had zero vibe.“

“Nice dinner out. Dip appy was great shrimp casserole and lamb kabobs outstanding but the vegetarian item was overcooked stir fry like veggies. Rice was perfectly seasoned Our waitress was very good but short staffed so after the meal came out and we got a second round of wine we didn't get any checkin and-had to hunt her down for the check. Selection of Turkish wine was awesome. Would go back but may do the vegetarian entree differently. All in all a very good experience.“

“Hey I just want to say the Luna grill down in Carmel valley was amazing and I want to give a special thank you to Athena for helping me out with my order she was polite and made sure i got everything I needed I recommend anyone that loves Mediterranean food check out this location 2 thumbs up will be back“

“The whole team at Boujiemana is worth writing about and thanking. For a relatively bigger venue, everyone is super friendly, accommodating, and provide top notch service. The food is exquisite in every way. We always enjoy the pita bread and hummus, of course, and the rest of our appetizers, small plates and entrees were excellent. We are thankful for Jenna's personal touch in taking care of us and our new guests. Buojiemana, we are converts and will be back!“

“Believe them when they say they offer large portions! Every salad option and specialty plate is easily shareable and very fresh and delicious. We dined in and took home considerably more than ate during our visit. Looking forward to trying other menu items and having leftovers for days!“

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

“Fresh and tasty food in a nice environment.“

“Best chicken Kabobs, the beef Kabobs were good too, the salad is one of favorites!!“

“Off the beaten path and worth the stop. This is in between restaurant and quick food but very good. The pita is not the traditional soft and fluffy kind but slightly more on the tortilla side. Makes for a delicious wrap. Hummus was great and meats are very flavorful. Ill be back :)“

“Stopped at Fattoush for a quick bite after a hike. We ordered Gyros which tasted nice 4/5 and filled me up. The portion size was good, the freshness of the ingredients was good but the meat was not as juicy as expected. The atmosphere of the restaurant was not my favorite but the staff was very kind, polite and friendly. They have a special between 11-3pm where Gyros are only $6 which was a nice surprise.“

“everything on the menu and friendly“

“We have ordered Kebabs before here, we recently ordered a meal kit that was all rice and hardly any meat, I mean it was a joke, its a $30 meal. I messaged them because we have ordered several times before and thought maybe they would try to make it right but they never replied. This was 2 weeks ago. We will never buy food here again! The servings are very small and there are tons of other places to eat or order take out around here if they want to be jerks about it! The food is average really, we order out frequently so as not to have to cook and live in the area. We got about $1 worth of rice and lettuce for a $30 meal plate, what a joke!“

“My plate was just delicious, nice people, small place felt “at home” 😊“

“Great place! Lots of options“

“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!“

“This is a fantastic restaurant for breaking the fast during Ramadan. I came here tonight with my family. All the food is halal and delicious. I definitely recommend it. It's a great advantage that San Diego has halal restaurants. Also service personnels are kind. Thank you!“

“Tried out the Temecula location today and I was amazing. Nice to see an owner owed and occupied business in Old Town. Excellent food and service. Highly recommend!“

“The most delicious Mediterranean, Lebanese food in such a cute spot. The baba ghanoush was the best - great texture and flavor. We also ordered the kashkawan cheese and olive “pizza”. It did not disappoint. So mellow and chewy. Great vegetarian options that are legit, flavorful and healthy.

The family vibes made it feel so cozy and like every meal is made with attention and quality. Amazing service too!“

“Tried out the Temecula location today and I was amazing. Nice to see an owner owed and occupied business in Old Town. Excellent food and service. Highly recommend!“

“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 😋!!!“

“Small, quaint place with friendly staff and delicious food. This is probably the juiciest chicken I’ve ever had. The rice was seasoned beautifully and not dry either. I don’t know what the dressing is on the salad but it was fresh, citrusy and left my pallet craving for more. The food came out quickly and the gentleman serving us was attentive. Highly recommend trying this place.“

“The grilled chicken in any menu item. The chicken wrap is to kill for, according to my better half. The simple rice with grilled chicken kabob is my go-to. At least once a week.“

“The Food is prepared fresh and served hot with excellent value.
The husband and wife team are spectacular working harmoniously together. Always graciously treating their customers with individual kindness and catering to their needs.
We have become dedicated life long clients.“

“i absolutely fell in love! i was a first time customer and received such a welcoming experience. everyone was so friendly and helpful and not to mention, the food was amazing! i got the chicken shawarma fries and it was seriously the best fries i have ever had in my whole life! we even received recommendations for the next time we come back, which we most definitely will! 10/10 recommend!“

“dine in is terrible on summer days...so hot.. sweaty..food is ok..“

“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.“

“The yummy tasty food is amazing 😉“

“Got recommended to go to this place by a friend, couldn’t have been happier with my decision of going! The portions were great and tasted great, the service was also outstanding and I felt super welcomed! Can’t wait to come back for the dolma next time!“

“Absolutely love it this place“

“Unbelievably good. It’s worth the trip for the mountain of perfect fries alone.“

“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“

“Great place! Great food! Ordered ahead and order was waiting for me when I got there. Staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The esquire is my go to. Halloumi is amazing with the fig jam. You can’t go wrong with any of the items. Highly recommend!!!“

“Such a wonderful vegan oasis in the San Fernando Valley! As locals know vegan offerings in the valley are limited compared with the rest of the city. I am so happy that I found this place I will be coming here often! Great food and atmosphere all around!“

“this is my place... I've never had a bad experience. Clean establishment... fresh...and made to order Mediterranean cuisine. I recommend the chicken schwarma...the fries are a must... and the strawberry apple walnut Salad is my favorite also. way to go Tak Grill.“

“This place is as authentic as it gets, I am so glad I discovered this hidden gem! the food is delicious, it reminds me of the Hummus/Falafel takeaways from Jordan, and it brought so much memories from when I was a kid. I love the Arabic music in the background and the outside dining area is so simple, clean and feels like home! Simply,I love it!“

“Its a simple little food court. Is the food exquisite, not really. Were the portions huge? Most def. Did it taste like Mediterranean? Yep. I would have liked olives. Pita was big and soft.It was all saffron rice not just a dollop on top of white. The salad was blah but fresh and big.Will I go back. 100% yes.“