Really good and reasonable prices. And the staff are…read moreextremely Nice and hospitable. And they are extremely fast when it comes to serving your food.

Didn't Live Up to the Hype.. Social media had me convinced Mal Al Sham was a must-visit, and I went…read morein genuinely excited. Unfortunately, the experience didn't match the reels. We ordered fatteh, fool, and lentil soup, three dishes that should be the soul of any authentic Levantine kitchen. None of them impressed. The flavors felt flat, and overall the food just didn't deliver on what the online buzz had promised. We also had the mixed grill, and honestly the only bright spot on the entire table was the kafta. It was well-seasoned and grilled nicely I'll give them that. But one good item doesn't carry a meal.

I eat lunch in my car most work days so my options are limited. I saw the sign for hot food in the…read morewindow and decided to stop in. This is one of the best car lunches I have had in 3 years. I got the beef shawarma and a side of dolma and it is some of the best I have ever had. It was a lot of food for a good price! I will definitely be back when I am on this side of town again. Absolutely recommend.

Food is delicious and affordable…read more Taste very authentic "Mom and pop" kind of place They're might be a language barrier/difference of culture. The customer service felt cold or guarded. I'm not sure. Overall delicious food and I continue to keep coming back.

Haven't been here in years, decided to take a trip to El Cajon to have lunch at this mom and pop…read moremiddle eastern restaurant with my mom and pop. They definitely invest their time on the taste of their food and serving large portion sizes instead of fancy tables and decor. It's not upscale fine dining... the interioir looks the exact same for past decade. Although a little dated the place is very clean and fits large or small groups. Not a date night spot -- more a friends and family stuff your face kind of place. They have a dedicated parking lot with plenty of spots. We ordered a ton of food to share. Half roasted chicken with side of fatoush salad, beef kabob plate with side of rice, lamb tikka with side of fries, a large plate of hummus, and an order of falafel (Best Falafel in SoCal). EVERYTHING WAS DELICIOUS! I personally didn't like the lamb tikka but everyone else destroyed that plate. We ordered a pot of black tea (mint flavored) and they brought our large pieces of steaming hot fresh bread. Service was very friendly and fast. They modified any order to your liking. They also thanked us for coming and meant it when they said it -- Mom and Pop shops are The Best! Highly Recommend if you're looking for good quality middle eastern food with large portions.

The location is right on the corner you can't miss it. They have their own small parking lot. There…read moreis a lot of similar restaurants in the area that we have tried. They just don't compare. The quality and flavors are out of this world. The inside is very cute. it is clean and welcoming. We enjoy lunch dates and dinner here as a family. The owners are very friendly. Definitely recommend the lunch for 2. FYI it feeds 4 people easily. Dinner for 3 feeds 6-7. Large portions. The hummus is soooooooo good. Pro tip: ask for extra olive oil. Give this place a try!

Everything. The extensive buffet was delicious. The atmosphere was welcoming. The staff was…read moreattentive and friendly, making sure the guests were satisfied-- and making them aware when new items had been added to the buffet. (Our hostess, Nina, was a real gem.) And the cost for our whole group was quite reasonable. I will eat there again, whenever I'm visiting friends in the greater San Jose area.

best food in el cajon. Im eating here every day. you should come visit here. Mediterranean foodread more

This place was such a treat, lots of parking in and as soon as you open the door you can smell the…read moremeats and seasoning. Everything was delicious and the staff was very friendly. Restroom was very clean and they had lots of options. The bread was soft and so good. Will definitely be back next time we are in town They gave us a side of cabbage and pickles and wow!!!!!!! They were so good

I think this is a Iraqi and Chaldean restaurant...but I'm absolutely certain you'll get delicious…read moremiddle eastern food for reasonable prices! There is not much atmosphere, no fake smiling service employees but they'll be efficient and attentive if you get their attention. All meals come with a warm creamy yellow lentil soup...delightful! $16 Chicken Schwarma plate...HUGE! A humongous generous portion of juicy, succulent, tender, seasoned chicken on top of seasoned rice. Some lovely, garlickly, fluffy bread is served along as a carb buddy, alongside some tomatoes and pickled cabbage(Iraqi Kim Chee Saurkraut?). $16 Roasted Chicken Plate...half chicken, crispy skin, moist and succulent meat, yum! Came with a tomato bean soup. Food came out extremely fast, yet seemed very fresh and prepared expertly! Great place to eat before a show at the Magnolia, so long as you don't need ambience and Applebees/Chili's/TGI Fridays style service.

Nice folks and fresh offerings. Great parking. Easy on the wallet…read more Big menu. Outdoor seating.

Do yourself a favor and don't go. Tried for the first and LAST time. I thought no one can top Leyla…read morein San Diego but wait... The WORST restaurant I've been to so far. The hosts don't even know if you are dining in or if your order is takeout. Food was terrible. Undercooked pieces, missing order, and saltiest fries you will ever have. The BEST part is they have items on the menu that they haven't served in over two months and hostess stated pricing is off by $2.00. So make sure to ask what the pricing is before they give you a total. The restaurant, at best, is mainly just for takeout...And but wait there's more. Don't use the bathroom...if you want to remember what it's like to go to a bathroom in the Middle East...you found your spot! Really needs a revamp...from service etiquette to cooking food properly.

They have a pretty good selection of Middle Eastern foods. They carry both cooked and regular…read moregrocery foods. The cooked foods smelled and looked wonderful but I did not purchase any. I was a little bummed that they didn't have ground lamb so I had to go somewhere else, but other than that, they had a pretty wide variety of meats and seafood. The cooked food prices looked very reasonable for the amount of food that came with the dishes. The employees were friendly and helped me locate the items I was looking for. It was pretty busy in there and a little bit hectic, but still a good experience.

An unforgettable thank you to @valleyfoods catering team for going above and beyond at my son's…read morewedding. The setup was absolutely stunning, every dish was full of flavor, and the sushi display was beyond amazing--it truly took everyone's breath away. You didn't just cater an event, you created an experience we will never forget.

I've been here twice now and both were really great experiences. Staff were friendly and super…read morehelpful, and the food was so delicious. Lots of seating and it was cool to see there's outdoor seating as well. Ended up with the boiled eggs breakfast plate (everything so good) and finally tried the sucuklu yumurta which was quite filling. It is a bit pricey, but the food was well worth it. Thanks so much!

The food was delicious, I had the chicken Kabob & the portion was good. Would definitely recommend…read moreand come back soon

This place is the place to be ! Decent prices , many, many options . I gain 10bs just looking at…read moreall the choices .. and it's soo worth it ! Great service. Clean and festive ambiance !

Unfortunately one of the most expensive stores in this community. Save lots of money by going…read moreelsewhere. I've been coming here for about 6yrs and every year the owner raises prices. Take a look.

You're here for the food, not the upscale dining. I had the fried catfish filet with saffron rice…read more Fantastic. It's not unusual at all, it's just really fresh and good. Just a hint of spice in the fish and some saffron rice and veggies. There was one guy working. Slightly gruff but friendly. He beamed when I told him how much I was enjoying the food. Super fresh, delicious, and highly recommended. Parking on the street and in the shopping mall, where the corner restaurant is located.

Food was excellent cooked the perfect way, presentation is also good. The restaurant is specialised…read morein masgoof the iraqi way of doing fish. Service was excellent they been in business over 15 years. The ambiance needs improvement but i look for food quality not the look of restaurant. Go give it a try