We've seen Egyptian Delights at the LJ Open Aire Market a few times but never tried anything. It…read morewas so hot yesterday and friend wanted a soda so badly. He found a cold coke can in a cooler at Egyptian Delights so purchased one from them. The staff is friendly and efficient. They are located in the back of the market by the grass lawn. The set up is nice and visually appealing. They sell gyros and shawerma sandwiches and plates. There's a spit roast in the back that has the meat. I'm just noticing now, in menu pic, that they also offer falafel. We bought their homemade baklava for $2.50/square. It was nutty and sweet. I thought it was a bit dry but no biggie at the time since we were just wanting something quick and easy for dessert. I hope they do well at this market as they seem to work hard. Maybe I'll stop by in future to try their falafel.

Egyptian Delights is a food vendor and catering company that has a stand at the La Jolla Open Aire…read moreFarmer's Market. I had the pleasure of enjoy a variety of their homemade Sambusas. They cost a dollar each or you can get 6 for $5, which is the better deal if you have a big appetite or intend to share (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/egyptian-delights-san-diego?select=HCj4jbI-hGh3jQNdc-hSEw#UVBsToND7JTILaVs5Q4PMg). I order to orders of six, six for me and six for my fellow Yelper Ali. She went all beef because they were out of the spinach and cheese, but I went for four beef, two chicken, and since I bought 12, the nice lady threw in a potato sambusa for me to try. All the sambusas came tightly wrapped and nicely fried to golden brown (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/egyptian-delights-san-diego?select=HCj4jbI-hGh3jQNdc-hSEw#snNxQWgotCGsoGoPyOi9LA). My favorite was the beef with vegetables. They came with a good amount of spiced ground beef and tender and still quite vibrant vegetable (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/egyptian-delights-san-diego?select=HCj4jbI-hGh3jQNdc-hSEw#N9BbfWzUVMukDb9GIbSINQ). The chicken was good, but they could of used more of that tender tasty chicken in them. They too came with the same vegetables. The potato sambusa was okay. I thought it was just two soft all the way through, but a good vegetarian alternative. The six sambusas, well actually seven, if I include the potato one, were actually quite filling. They also make gyros, shawerma, and breakfast pitas. The mother and son combo are quite nice and always busily working making some great food. You can find them every Sunday at the La Jolla Open Aire Farmer's Market.

Oh my gosh! This place is amazing!…read more I came across this place on a random Yelp search while in the area, and man am I thankful that it did! This place doesn't have 4.9 stars @ ~300 reviews for no reason, trust me, they've earned it! :) I've had Egyptian cuisine before, but I've not had feteer until this evening. Calling it an Egyptian pizza is the easiest way to describe it, but I don't feel that does it proper justice. The various cheeses make for a complex flavor that matches well with the meat and creates a wonderful consistency with the double sided dough. It may appear small in size, but it's so full of cheesy, meaty, veggie, doughy goodness that one of these can easily feed two hungry adults no problem. On the owners recommendation we ordered a Halal Beef Soujok Kiri, and my son wanted to try the Beef Shawarma. He offered to add spice, so I had him add a bit to the Soujok and it really added as wonderful depth of flavor to the mix. Both were incredibly tasty though, and my family loved them! I also ordered a mixed "sweet pie" that had a row of Nutella, Lotus (Biscoff Cookie), and Sugar and Milk mix which allowed us to try all three flavors. My fam really loved the Nutella, but I enjoyed the Lotus more overall. Regardless, be sure to make room for dessert when you come here, because it's delicious! We also got a side of the spicy vegetables, which was a bit much for the kids, but my wife and I really enjoyed it. The owner also threw in a few Egyptian sodas - my kids loved the Orange flavored ones, but I recommend the Apple flavor as it's malted, which really gives it a unique flavor! :) The service was amazing! It was the owner holding the place down when we got there, but he was friendly, patient, and more than happy to explain everything and guide us to something that everyone was sure to enjoy! The ambiance is that of a small, family owned eatery. Some seating in the front with some music playing, and a small window into the back where you can see the magic happening as he whips up his wonderful creations! This place is top-shelf for sure! Even if you've never experienced Egyptian food before, I assure you this is one of the better ways to try it! The prices are reasonable, the owner is a great guy, and the food is amazing! I promise you won't be let down! We'll most certainly be returning, and I hope to see you there! :)

Came here after all the hype on instagram! Worth the hype…read more The Egyptian pizza is so unique- super cheesy and the flavors are unlike any traditional Italian pizza! You walk up and order...but...you don't pay at this point.... you pay afterwards. The drinks are all in a refrigerator that you help yourself to. The guy behind the counter was super friendly. (Tough to understand...but he's great!) I was with 2 friends and unfortunately we ordered 2 different pizzas and got waaaay too much. (One would have been plenty) I think this is where the miscommunication came from. Buuuuut...we did get to try two different kinds. The BBQ chicken and the Beef Soujok Kiri. The jury was split...the Beef Soujok Kiri was really flavorful with veggies and olives...the chicken was a bit more mellow, but dipped in both the ranch and siracha (be suuuuuure to request both) made me give it my vote.... this leveled up the chicken pizza!!! Ambience isn't anything special...and you eat off of paper plates and disposable silverware. Nothing fancy, but it doesn't take away from this real treat!

Cairo Restaurant & Cafe - Anaheim Rating: (5/5)…read more I ordered from Cairo Restaurant & Cafe through Uber Eats, and this ended up being one of the most meaningful food experiences I've had in a long time. For context, I come from Egyptian heritage. I'm first-generation American, and both of my parents grew up in Cairo. The dishes I ordered -- Hawashy as an appetizer and Makaroni Bechamel (Bashmil) casserole -- are foods I grew up with. The last time I had this exact meal cooked for me by my mother was several years ago, so placing this order felt like a gamble, especially with the restaurant being all the way in Anaheim while I live in Irvine. That gamble paid off immediately. From the very first bite, the food tasted unmistakably authentic. The hawashy was deeply seasoned, rich, and comforting -- exactly how it's supposed to be, not watered down or adjusted for convenience. The makaroni bechamel was the real emotional gut punch in the best way possible. Creamy, savory, perfectly spiced, and layered the way it's done back home. It tasted like something made with care, patience, and respect for the dish. I'm not exaggerating when I say this meal hit me hard. After one bite, I literally called the restaurant just to thank them. I asked to speak to the manager and told him what this meal meant to me -- how it tasted like something my own mother would make, how it brought back memories I didn't realize I'd been missing. That call wasn't planned. It was instinctive. Huge shout-out to Zayne, the manager, who was incredibly kind and generous on the phone. He even sent along kunafa for dessert, which was the perfect ending to the meal -- warm, sweet, and beautifully made. Beyond the food itself, the packaging deserves real praise. Everything arrived hot, which is not easy, especially for a casserole like makaroni bechamel. Once that dish cools too much, it loses something important. This didn't. It arrived as if it had just come out of the oven, which speaks volumes about the care taken in preparing orders for delivery. This is not a 5-star review because of nostalgia or heritage alone. It's a 5-star review because the food was genuinely outstanding -- rich, decadent, comforting, and made the right way. It is very hard for me to say that something compares to my mother's cooking, but this truly came close. I cannot wait to come in person in the next few weeks. Cairo Restaurant & Cafe didn't just serve food -- they delivered a memory.

Came in last night for a quick bite. Lots of people smoking hookah on the patio but I sat inside…read more Wasn't super hungry so I just got the lentil soup and hawawshy, which is an Egyptian street food where they stuff pita bread with ground beef and spices. Both dishes were good but not amazing. Another customer came in and I overheard him say, "this seems more like a hookah spot than a food spot." I'd have to agree with him

I have eaten there so many times I can't even count. Their food and their restaurant is my favorite…read moreplace to eat in San Diego. George and Samia are the most wonderful people in the world. George will come out of the kitchen and explain, in detail, every item on the menu. I laugh when I read or even see a subpar review of Alforon. Those people are either high on drugs or never experienced excellent food before. Chicken Tawook, Tabouli salad, house pickles, everything is off the chart and that's just the for starters. You can close your eyes, point to a menu item and have the best meal of your life. Explore their whole menu, you can't go wrong with a single item. Hands down off the chart and excellent food by two of the nicest people you will ever meet in your life.

First of all let me say that the love dessert has me hooked. Best thing here! One of the most…read moreunique and tasty things I've tried in a while, and that's saying a lot w my sweet tooth. I love the floral and pistachio taste, and it doesn't leave you feeling heavy afterwards. The mint lemonade is also a must have- tastes like it came from the garden in the best way possible. For savories, I had the spinach and cheese bajeen, baba gannouj, and the lamb fatteh - all had a lot of flavor and tasted homemade. I love trying new foods so will have to come back with more friends and try other things on the menu. The downside of this place was being seated on the right side of the restaurant near the carry out section. This was the pit of despair. I noticed that most of the staff goes to the other end first, and as a result 4 tables got seated after us and all of them had food on their table before we managed to flag one of the staff. It was definitely busy in there but he replied that he was simply going in order, but apparently order or left side to right side instead of arrival. I recommend trying to get seated on the side w the stained glass windows for better service. Other than that, the experience overall was pleasant.

Tried Corner Grill in Vista today and had such a good experience…read more I ordered the koobideh and chicken combo plate and both were delicious. It came with safron basmati rice and a side salad. The dressing was AMAZING! Everything tasted fresh, well seasoned, and cooked perfectly. The portions were great too and made for such a satisfying meal. Also have to mention the service because the man who took my order was seriously the sweetest. He was so welcoming and kind and made the experience even better. This was my first time here but definitely not my last. Already looking forward to coming back whenever I'm craving Persian food.

This is one of our favorite local Mediterranean spots in our area. The staff is always courteous…read moreand attentive and the place is kept very clean. We usually order take out and all menu options are pretty affordable. Our go to item is the beef koobideh combo, but there's plenty of choices to please every palate.

Absolutely amazing the meat was so incredibly juicy and delicious and the food portions were big…read moreand the service was on another level would recommend this is the only Arab restaurant that actually tastes authentic would recommend a 10/10 experience

My first time at this restaurant, a friend of mine recommended to me…read moreWhen i got liver and tarp sandwiches The food was really good and fresh I think it's a family business I'll be going there again for sure. Highly recommended.

What a wonderful experience we had at Ali Baba. From the friendly staff, to the large, delicious…read moreportions, to the reasonable pricing. The food was flavorful and noticeably fresh. Posting here some pictures of the platter for 2-3. It's honestly for more like 3-4. Fabulous meal. Fabulous value. Great for families and gatherings. Highly recommended.

We stopped by Ali Baba for a quick dinner before a show at the Escondido Center for the Arts. We…read moreboth ordered the Lamb Kofta Kabob Plate, and when we asked to omit the rice and naan, they offered a salad to fill the plate. It was all great! The food was great, as was the service. The pickled cabbage was amazing. This is a great place! Huge dining room, that would be great for a very large gathering. We shall return! Looks like they were doing a pretty brisk take-out service, too. If I lived nearby, I'd be picking up dinner here a lot. Good option for people eating keto!

The food here is incredible, I think the ambiance and theme of the restaurant fits the food, very…read moreMediterranean experience, the service here is great, thank you to our waiter Travis, absolutely goated. Absolutely would eat here again 5/5

An absolute standout, elevated by exceptional service and unforgettable flavors…read more From the moment we sat down, Ivis set the tone for the entire evening. As first-time diners, we really appreciated how knowledgeable and intentional his recommendations were!! Everything he suggested was spot on. His attentiveness was seamless (never overbearing, always present), and he made the experience feel curated rather than routine. Now let's talk about the food... wow. Every dish came out fresh, beautifully prepared, and packed with flavor. You can truly taste the authenticity and care in each bite. It's one of those menus where everything sounds so good, you're immediately planning your next visit before you've even finished your meal. The ambiance makes it versatile enough for anything, whether it's an intimate date night or a lively group dinner, it executes both effortlessly. Safe to say, we've found a new favorite. We'll absolutely be back... and next time, we're ordering even more!

Stopped in for the first time. The owner was up at the front and super friendly with quick service…read more It's always nice seeing a small place with that local energy. Ordered their meltdown sandwich which was well done. The sandwich was huge, glad I split it with a 2nd person.

LETS GOOOOOO!!! Been looking for a goodegyptian taste and finally found it. Thank you HaWOWshi for…read morebringing this taste all the way from Egypt. Must try the Fatayirs !! Better than my grandmas!

The moment we walked in the owner was FRIENDLY. We were so excited to come here and he immediately…read morewelcomed us in. This place reminded me so much of Los Altos or El Toro so I felt right at home. It's small but the vibe cozy and homey. We took our time looking through every aisle and even grabbed some snacks and a plate food before grabbing what we came in for. My mom and I got the Chicken shawarma plate and oh my god it's SO FLAVORFUL. We needed help finding the meat section, pita bread, and more hummus and dips and the owner was so sweet and helpful Even told us to come back Friday when they restock. We are definitely going to become regular customers here. Thank you so much to the owner for making our time shopping there so pleasant, we hope your business continues to prosper

You feel at home here. The owner went out of his way to make us feel welcome. Good food. Great…read moreservice. Got lunch to go. Fast casual and even picked up some grocery items to go. Great place for real Middle Eastern (and some Indian) groceries as well as a gyro lunch. I love seeing a business owner work hard and provide a great service. The gyro plate was yummy!