50 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“

“Literally the best. Food is amazing, healthy and comforting. Restaurant is clean and has adorable decorations. We even watched the World Cup. Best of all, no matter who you are, you’re welcomed with a smile and treated like family. It’s my second time here and we will be back!!!“

“Great place! Lots of options“

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

“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.“

“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!“

“I had such a great experience at Falafel California! I ordered the California Falafel wrap and it was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly put together. You can really taste the quality in every bite.

What made it even better was the owner, Zina. Her passion for what she does really shines through, not just in the food but in the whole vibe of the place. It’s clear she truly cares about her business and her customers.

Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to. Highly recommend!“

“Fresh and tasty food in a nice environment.“

“Food was incredible and definitely on another lever compared to other Mediterranean places I've been to. The portions are more modest than I expected. The server was super friendly, fun, knowledgable and attentive. Definitely going to make this a regular spot.“

“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“

“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“

“We were wandering around the Gaslamp looking for a new restaurant to try. We luckily went into Mimosa. What a lovely dinning experience. We had the dinner for two. This gave us the chance to try most of their specialties .It was really impressive that each entree had its own unique flavor. The service was excellent and very friendly. The restaurant filled up quickly and so I guess we'll get a reservation next time.“

“Fattoush deserves a Google Review for their mint lemonade alone. The hostess brought us free samples after another table ordered the drink. It is so refreshing. The food was delicious too and service was gracious and warm. I had no issues finding parking in the strip mall.“

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

“everything on the menu and friendly“

“This was our first time trying Somali food, and it definitely won’t be our last! We asked the staff what they recommended, and every suggestion was excellent.

The whole fried fish was perfectly crispy with amazing flavor, the halal buffalo fries were spicy and delicious, and the sambusas were some of the best we’ve had. We also tried a drink we’d never had before that tasted like a mix between Dr Pepper and grape soda, and it was surprisingly refreshing!

The service was friendly and welcoming, and they made our first experience with Somali cuisine a great one. My husband enjoyed it so much that he already said he’ll be stopping by for lunch whenever he’s working in San Diego.

Thank you, Bisbas, for such a wonderful meal. We look forward to coming back and trying even more of the menu. Highly recommend if you’re looking to try something new and incredibly flavorful!“

“Food was great both times I have been here. The double cheese burger was awesome. The meat was juicy and the burger was huge. Their lamb shank was also very good. It was mostly quiet both times I have visited. I would surely recommend this place to others.“

“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!“

“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!“

“Best food, best service!!“

“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!“

“The place was amazing and the food was delicious“

“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!“

“Two really cool men who are brothers own and run this quaint establishment. They have really good food and even better people. Thank you Achmed & Mohammad , I apologize if I misspelled either or both of your names. If I lived in San Diego I would frequent your establishment regularly. Many blessings for your prosperity.“

“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!“

“Great young generation owners are totally revamping this restaurant and making it best-in-class. I love the food, the presentation, the vibe and everything these young brothers are doing to make this restaurant a top-of-the-line Lebanese restaurant.“

“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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“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..“

“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 😋!!!“

“Found this place randomly on Google Maps, and I was not disappointed! Service was amazing, and I loved how they sent texts on when to come and it was so easy to order. Even though there is no seating, the service was impeccable. We were greeted by a nice person who served us our food, and it is clear they cooked this with care. Only thing I will say is that I wish Pita bread came with the family meal, but it didn’t bother me enough to impact the quality/review. 🫰💯“

“Ammu central
You come in and order. Friendly and communicative service.
Entire restaurant at 12:20am is uncles playing cards, smoking hookah, eating, and drinking tea. Very casual and comfortable

Ordered fish and rice. Good food“

“Absolutely love it this place“

“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 😉“

“It's so great to see Mama's Bakery in its new modern location! I'll kinda miss the old space on Alabama Street but I'm sure they're finding this more convenient both for the kitchen and customers. I'm loving the food as much as ever. Sorry I won't be able to visit as often (moving to Nashville)!“

“The food here is outstanding. Delicious chapatis, sauces, fish. We ordered salmon with fufu and a bean dish with chapati and a green vegetable sauce dish. We don’t normally eat beef or chicken but found plenty of vegetarian and fish choices. It takes some time to get served because everything is fresh. It’s a little market with a few tables in the back. We ate in store but seems like most people do take out. Highly recommend! (But it does not look like a normal restaurant.). The food is primarily Somalian but the fufu is usually a Nigerian starch (made from yam). Such a nice change!“

“good customer service, clean place and very nice food along with a good price. Thanks“

“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“

“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.“

“one of my favorite place. the food is so incredible. it's a must if your in Hillcrest. I've never been disappointed.“

“Still a hidden gem in Hillcrest. I don't think that they've increased their prices in the last ten years. Where else can you get a Mediterranean two item lunch combo with either fries or rice, a salad and a drink for $11? The baklava is excellent as well.“