Didn't like this at all. Flavorless stingy portions and staff that don't treat you nicely unless you're wearing a certain hat. They gave lots of smiles and attention to those wearing religious hats and treated everyone else like second class citizens. And the other patrons stare at you like you're an alien too. Very uncomfortable place to eat and the food was like expensive fast food. Not worth a trip and won't be back read more

Best food ever. Unbelievably good! Love love love this place. Yum! Great food, enough to share!

Excellent and delicious varied food. The place is clean and tidy. Good atmosphere and good music. The service is fast and courteous. I highly recommend this place. read more

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Hamitbach is an Israeli restaurant located on the outdoor patio of the Chabad of Downtown San Diego. If you come at the right time, then there are open parking spaces adjacent to the building that you can use while visiting. Because of their observance of the Jewish calendar, the place is closed on Saturday and only open for a few hours on Friday afternoon. Normal operating hours begin at noon from Sunday to Friday. The food was served cafeteria style. You pick the vehicle... pita, baguette, laffa (flatbread), or plate and then a protein... chicken shawarma, kifta (ground meatball) kabab, chicken pargiot (thigh), chicken schnitzel, or falafel. Except for the falafel, all the other proteins and whichever vehicle was selected cost $20+ each. That was rather pricey for a pita or baguette. Behind the service counter, you could see a spit on which the shawarma was cooking. There was also a flat-top grill to warm the other meats. I had never tried chicken thighs as an item at a Middle Eastern eatery. The pargiot was my choice as a plate. A generous selection of vegetarian sides (e.g. slaw) filled the round metallic dish along with hummus, tahini, and flatbread. The cubed chicken thighs were marinated with a seasoning containing onions, parsley, garlic, and spices. The flavor was mild while the meat was very juicy. Before I sat down at a picnic table, there was a station of complimentary side dishes adjacent to the service counter. Pickles, olives, fried eggplant, and what looked like an Israeli version of kimchi were available to supplement your order. The service was fine from the worker who assembled my plate. I came at an off-hour so only two other parties were seated while I was there. I can only imagine how busy Hamitbach can be after a service has concluded inside the Chabad. read more

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Great place! If you're in San Diego it's a must! Amazing food, everything is so good, No way you will not enjoy! 100% read more

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Stumbled on this place in the Gaslamp Quarter during the lunch hour of a conference at the convention center. Very convenient location. There was a small line when I got to the location, but it moved fast, and it wasn't hard to find a spot at one of the picnic tables in the patio dining area. Hamitbach had a really unique atmosphere with Israeli music playing in the background and most people speaking Hebrew. I was told by one of the patrons that the restaurant is actually connected to a synagogue/community center and happened to see the Rabbi walk out to greet some customers during lunch. Despite sticking out a little bit, I felt extremely welcomed by both the staff and customers. For lunch I got a shawarma platter. The portions were enormous and included the shawarma itself in addition to various sides and salads as well as fluffy pita pieces. There was also additional self-service condiments such as spicy peppers and salads. The food was absolutely delicious; the vegetables were fresh and the various sides were extremely flavorful. This is one of those places where you can easily appreciate how high the quality of the ingredients and dishes are. I was also able to try their falafels which were crunchy and delicious. I really could not be more satisfied with the quality and quantity of the food for the price as well as the excellent service and atmosphere. I definitely would like to return as I heard (and saw) other customers talking about how great the kebabs were which actually sold out just as I was finishing my meal. read more

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We stopped by last Sunday and it was our first time trying real Israeli street food. Absolutely loved it! read more

Hamitbach - Wraps Near Me - San Diego, California

Fresh and great tasting Israeli food in Mission Valley, in the Ralph's shopping center. Huge portions, more than enough for two with leftovers. read more

The food is tasty and the community is wonderful! I love stopping in on Friday afternoons read more

Hamitbach - a plate of food on a wooden table - Wraps Near Me - San Diego, California

The best place in town! Finally real Mediterranean Food !! Best service The owner itself make the food and always with big smile on his face and put some extra goodies inside ;-) I definitely recommend this place over and over again ! read more

Best middle eastern food in town. Fresh, quick, good service and tasty food. Very recommended! read more

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Amazing authentic middle eastern food. The plates come with a nice variety of salads and pickles. Fresh food and efficient service.

The best place in san diego!! Fresh, clean and tasty ! Thank you for the great food and I will definitely come back for more. read more

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Food was delicious Service was amazing I'll be back for sure. Totally recommend this place! read more

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The best Mediterranean food by far that I ever had in my life ! I went on Friday none to get their special schnitzel sandwich and it was amazing! Touch of a chef ! I'll go back again and again! I highly recommend to whoever come or live in San Diego to come and try this food! It's absolutely delicious read more

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I broke my mouth eating this it's so good. Highly recommend and the people who run it are welcoming and kind. COME you won't regret it. read more

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I walked in here once thinking the prices were too high and no way this was going to be enough food to justify $20 for a pita. Boy was I wrong. My two favorites were the Schnitzel on Challah and the Chicken Parguite on a pita. The kifta pita was good but a little under seasoned and maybe a tad rare for my liking. Super friendly service and would absolutely come here again. read more

Amazing shawarma! I had the laffa. It was huge, I took half home for dinner! Super friendly service. 10 minute walk from Seaport Village. Batey avon read more

Great food, generous portions and amazing service. We enjoyed our lunch very much. Thank you!

Great food. Authentic street food but with huge servings. Delicious!! Quick service, friendly. Clean and just yummy. I like the the pulled asada on a baguette. read more

Really fresh & delicious food! They have these wonderful platters that's enough food for 2 w lots of farmers market fresh salads or just pita sandwiches which are packed w chicken or falafel. This is their second location. Other location downtown. Simple menu. Order at counter. Inside/outside dining. I would've liked a glass of wine, but they only have canned sodas or bottled water. Food was excellent!! Pitas soft & delicious too. I'll definitely be going back! read more

Hamitbach - I already ate all the chicken and hummus, but this is the "plate". It's a yummy fresh salads & meats. Mediterranean style food. Delicious! - Wraps Near Me - San Diego, California

Food is incredible and authentic. Have not had Israeli food this good in the states. Service is great and fast. Love getting to order in Hebrew! read more

There's nothing else like it here in San Diego! We had everything from falafel in pita, to the kid's schnitzel to the sausage in a pita, the whole family was thrilled. In fact it's so yummy, we're heading back tomorrow!! read more

The most delicious oriental food I have eaten in the entire United States. Their service is so generous, smiling, you feel like you've arrived home and your mother has prepared comfort food for you, waiting just for you read more

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Amazing food! Best falafel in San Diego. The hummus was creamy and everything was fresh.

The food here is very fresh and 100% Kosher. Service is friendly. The shawarma plate was delicious and came with plenty of pita bread. The ambience is light and refreshing, sure to brighten your day. Definitely bring a friend if you plan on getting a shawarma plate, it's very filling! read more

Best Israeli food in San Diego by far. Great food, great portions, always leaving satisfied. Definitely recommended.

Amazing & FRESH FOOD!! Everything is tasty I had the schnitzel, fries, kabob, salads & everything was delicious. The chef Is talented, happy and generous with the food. Each meal is for 2 people so go even your hungry Very clean and there's parking read more

Highly recommend, the food is super tasty, the owner and the crew are so nice and always smiling, it's a real joy to come and eat lunch there:) read more

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A Great kosher Mediterranean restaurant fresh and in a very high quality, you can see that the chef love feeding people, the dishes are large, beautiful and so tasty The prices are fair, and a kids dish was healthy and tasty. Great shawarma like a good one in Israel. The best kosher in San Diego read more

Amazing authentic Israeli food! The restraint is clean and welcoming the food is always fresh and hits the spot every time!! I recommend the cigars and the arayes for sure! read more

By far the best Israeli Kosher restaurant in town! The food is so authentic and no matter what I order I am always delighted with my meal! Servers are also great and always efficient, happy and polite. Can't wait to return and wouldn't hesitate to recommend to anyone looking for somewhere to eat in San Diego! read more

The food was beyond excellent. Tasted like being in Israel. Excellent delicious mouthwatering salads and sauces and meats. Highly recommend.

Fantastic food, large portions, friendly atmosphere. It isn't cheap, but worth the price.

Authentic Israel food and vibes, I felt like I'm in Petah Tikva again. Kids meal could be better, but the shawarma was AMAZING!

The food was excellent! We ordered the Kabab in pita and the Kabab was so very juicy and done to perfection. The service amazing.

Hamitbach was a great kosher experience! Great service, delicious fresh Israeli food and great vibes, highly recommended!