Middle Eastern Restaurants near Poway, CA

“It was my first time here and I like that they have a bakery and grill inside the grocery store. I met up with some friends at this location, but actually went to the the wrong one at first LOL. We shared a platter, apple salad, tabouleh, hummus, etc. The platter was huge and very nicely presented. It had skewers of Chicken Tikka and Beef Shawarma, served with different kinds of rice. Both salads were refreshing and hummus was great. The giant pita bread was bigger than my head! Before we left, we decided to get a tray of baklava as well. Everything was delicious and service was excellent.“

“Finjan Coffee Shop might be the best coffee shop I've ever been to based on the cleanliness and decor of the coffee shop, the quality of the drip coffee, the overall menu offerings, and the friendly staff.I came to Finjan about five times over two visits to San Diego in March and April, 2024. I stayed at the nearby Courtyard San Diego Central (which just completed a full renovation) so this coffee shop was nearby. Finjan is a Turkish coffee shop so some of the menu offerings are specific, which is great!The drip coffee is on par with the best drip coffee I've ever had. My coworker ordered a pistachio latte that she said was exceptional. It tasted great and looked good with a simple garnish. I also tried the Turkish coffee which was also very good. I don't like Turkish coffee as much as drip or espresso, but it was one of the best Turkish coffees I've ever had and the presentation is unmatched by any other coffee shop I've been to. Finally, homemade baklawa and knafeh are offered and will not disappoint.The location of Finjan is great if you are in Kearny Mesa, Convoy District, or driving along HWY 163 Cabrillo Freeway. The MTS 25, 235, and 928 busses have stops walking distance on Clairmont Mesa Blvd. The Spectrum Center office complex is to the south and the MCAS base is to the north. Finjan is in a great spot for a to go order or to dine in.“

“This is not a review about the place, but a review about a person that works here. His Name is Raz and let me tell you that this guy will go above and beyond for you. My wife and I were visiting the coffee place next door and lost our keys. We thought maybe we had lost them in the parking lot so we went next door to see of maybe somebody that visited the place next door had turned them in , that's when we met Raz. If the owner personally knows Raz just know that he went above and beyond to try and help us and we hope that if there is some type of employee compensation for his actions because his care, time, and compassion he displayed made our unfortunate situation go alot easier. We are visiting from out of town and I had my wife and 1 yr old daughter. Eventually we found our keys but as mentioned before if it wasn't for Raz our situation would have felt worst“

“We had the pleasure of being transported to the Mediterranean on a recent hosted experience at the amazing restaurant Pita 22 in San Diego, California ☀️Jessica, the manager, was an absolute delight and did not disappoint with her recommendations. Each dish is made in-house and packed with flavor and freshness. With generous portion sizes, each bite left us satisfied, yet craving more.Here’s what we loved:? harissa sauce: spicy, bold flavor that packs a punch in every bite? the pita was fluffy and soft and our 8-year-old happily gobbled them up with the delicious hummus? the hummus fries were fun and flavorful? the falafel salad was a delightful combination of fresh vegetables and flavor-packed quinoa and rice that left all of us wanting more? the vegan portobello pita sandwich was delightfully delicious and satisfying, especially to our mushroom loving 5-year-old? the shakshuka was savory perfectionThe menu is extensive and adaptable and is sure to satisfy any flavor palette and desire. ?It’s in a fantastic location in a shopping plaza with ample parking. All tables were full at lunch hour with a constant stream of customers and it didn’t feel overcrowded and busy. The vibe is modern with a cozy twist, with family photos and plants throughout. This kitchen has done a lovely job adding plenty of plant-based items to the menu that are packed with freshness and flavor. We highly recommend and can’t wait to go back ??#hosted #mediterraneancuisine #greekfood #familyownedrestaurant #plantbasedfood #culinaryadventureVegetarian options: Tons of incredible vegan options!!“

“1st time at this place, we were greeted by the owner as soon as we walked in. He was very attentive and genuinely nice and wholesome. The food was amazing and fresh, saw the owner and employee making everything to order from where we were sitting. Will be back many times, I'm sure, seeing as it's 5 minutes away from my office of business and the 5 star quality of service and food“

“Traditional Afghan cuisine. I have been doing commercial real estate for a living for 36 years and l eat at restaurants all the time. This particular place is my very favorite for Mediterranean food. I love the food and the service. I drive one hour just to come and it here. It is worth the drive ???“

“I think I just became a super fan of The Kebab Shop. We ordered door dash delivery for lunch at work today and boy did they blow my mind. The carved beef wrap I had today was outstanding. The ingredients are very fresh and the steak was cooked to perfection. I highly recommend eating here!“

“Alladdin Cafe is famous for Mediterranean food such asKebab, Shawerma, Gyros etc.​Prices in this restaurant are a little bit more expensive than other Mediterranean restaurant.I ate shish kebab mix which is includeChicken, Lamb and Beef Kebab with rice, hummus, garlic sauce and tomatoes​For dessert, Turkish Ice Cream andKunafa are perfect.​“

“The food here was really good! And the portions are right on. It was a little strange we got there at 8:15 and they had already pulled everything so left us to wonder if they were just warming up items. But it tasted fresh and the flavor was great.“

“I have used the Kebob Shop in Rancho Bernardo for several catered events. Henry was so helpful and friendly while I placed my catering order. The food is always cooked fresh and flavorful. Your staff offered amazing customer service each time I have come into the shop. ​“

“The food is delicious. The gyros sandwiches are wonderful. Fresh and delicious. The feta fries were yummy too. Ordering was good. Food delivery was .... The food came out separately. Everything was ordered at once but each entree arrived 3-5 minute apart. 1 of the entrees was very different than ordered. They didn't seem to care that it wasn't correct. Everyone's food got cold waiting for everything to arrive. They'd deliver 1 item to one table and 2 to another. Usually each table is served in full. This was very confusing to me. And the tzatziki ordered (and we paid $1.50 for each tablespoon size serving) had to be asked for repeatedly. The order of feta fries that used to come on a big plate were now in a tiny basket. Maybe 15 fries for $6.95. Very disappointing. I asked to speak to a manager and the lady there said I could speak to her. I had already spoken to her and wanted to get a different opinion on the size of the fry order. It was very different than when I had been there prior. I keep coming back because the food is so good. But each time I leave I'm not happy on how hard it was to get the food. The service isn't bad, but it has some definite room for improvement. I'm frustrated but the food tastes so good.“

“The food is good, however, the portions for the price is a little high. The humus was my absolute favorite, and the salad was good as well. The meat, was not bad, but I’ve had better. Overall, I would definitely give them a second chance. Parking is a little tight, and there’s plenty of seating. Friendly staff, and good food. They also have pizza.“