I've been eyeing this place for awhile for a post gym meal! Finally got to check it out, and it did…read morenot disappoint. It was pretty bustling the day I went so you could hear active sizzling on the skillet and sandwiches being made. I got the french dip to go and a couple of pre-made desserts to go. I didn't eat the sandwich for about 45 minutes because I had some errands on the way home, and the french dip was surprisingly still warm. It was so good!!!! I'm sure it would have been even better if I had eaten it while it was fresh and hot. Service was friendly, and my order was prepared in about five minutes. There were a handful of spots to sit inside and some outside seating. Ambiance was super casual (order at the counter and wait for your name to be called type place). I will definitely return again!

Food overpriced for what u get. Service - none…read moreAmbiance - loud and noisy If u prefer a quiet place to eat, dont come here. Better to get takeout and eat in your car. I ordered some soup and French Fries only because my companion likes their food. So, if u dont mind throwing $20 away to eat your food outside in uncomfortable chairs were the flies congregate, go ahead.

Petrino's is such a great value! We like to go for their 2/$5 mini pita pockets. Nothing about them…read moreis mini. I love the chicken shawarma and falafel pita pockets. I underestimated the size and only finished 2. They have tzatziki sauce inside with lettuce and tomato. It is a smaller mom and pop shop. They make everything fresh as you order and can take about 15 minutes to get your order.

Can't believe I have not reviewed Petrino's yet. Super delicious Greek food and I'm picky about my…read moregyro. Anyone who has helped me order there is always super pleasant I've never had a bad experience. The interior is more for take out but they do have like 4 tables so you can enjoy the food there. Just a heads up if you order ahead for catering do it online. Prices are the same but it helps to track it better!

I can for the viral Wagyu Shawarma Cheesesteak. It was very tasty with a mix of peppers, onion…read morecheese and sauce. Whatever sauce they used gave it a bit of spiciness. I went at 3:30 pm on a Saturday and was surprised that it was pretty busy at that weird time The sandwich was huge ( probably 12 inch sub) so depending on how hungry you are, you could easily split it. I loved the fries. Whatever seasoning they used gave is perfect

Man I really wanted to like this place due to all the rave reviews. Our first experience was mixed…read morewith some meats being great and others dry beef bits that weren't very tasty or appealing. Our second experience we got the chicken shawarma Brian's way. Everything was cooked well, but I guess although I like pickles, I'm not as big a fan of Mediterranean pickles. The first bite or two were actually good, but subsequent bites the pickle tanginess was overwhelming and just not so pleasant as I finished it. I thought maybe I'll get it without the pickles next time. However, after eating I got an unexpected headache that usually comes from ingestion of MSG. The fries were tasty... maybe there was MSG in those? Not sure. I've honestly had much better phenomenal shawarma in San Joes CA. I have yet to find a great Shawarma here in San Diego. Feel free to recommend.

I recently visited Habibi Mediterranean Grill in Santee and was genuinely impressed! They're under…read morenew management and you can absolutely tell -- the service was welcoming, attentive, and the overall vibe felt fresh and inviting. The food was AMAZING. Everything tasted fresh, well-seasoned, and made with care. The meats were juicy and flavorful, the rice was perfectly cooked, and the portions were generous. You can really taste the quality in every bite. It's so nice to see a local spot elevate like this. If you haven't been in a while, definitely give them another try. The new management is doing a fantastic job, and I'll definitely be back!

The Good: I ordered a "family platter for 5". I was worried that it wouldn't be enough, as we had 5…read moreadults, a teen, and toddler. There was easily enough food for 10 people. The meat and rice were both good, I didn't have any of the issues I'm seeing in other reviews with the meat being dry or anything, all the meat was solid and good. The hummus was also good. The bad: this was the second time I had eaten from here and I had the same experience both times: the meat n rice were good, solid. But the vegetables and sauces were low quality and kinda poorly made. The tomatoes and onions were poorly roasted and the yogurt sauce wasn't very good. These are the little details that can make a huge difference and boost an eating experience from good to great. I will certainly be eating here again, BUT, it will be under pretty specific circumstances, like feeding a lot of people. I will have a hard time choosing this for a lunch or dinner over other places in east county that are a bit better on the margins

Me and my wife moved to San Diego last year August and always wondered why the lines were long…read more Finally decided to see what the fuss was about and man! The food is delicious! We always get the full chicken meal and it's so much food to where I always take for lunch the following day! The food is amazing the people are nice and it's so nice and clean inside. 10/10!

I have always loved the Greek chicken here, which makes writing this review incredibly…read moredisappointing. I went through the drive-thru and specifically ordered dark meat from the guy who took my order. Because it was a drive-thru order, I didn't think to open up the containers and check the chicken before pulling away. Unfortunately, when I got all the way home, I discovered they gave me white meat instead. The customer service at the window didn't make the situation any better. A different girl handed me my food, and she gave off a vibe that she really didn't care to be working there at all. When I called the store to report the mistake, the assistant manager just told me to drive all the way back so they could change it. While I understand that's standard procedure, it's incredibly inconvenient to have to make a second trip and let the rest of your lunch get cold just because the staff couldn't get a simple request right the first time. The food is usually worth it, but the lack of basic attention to detail and indifferent customer service ruined my lunch. Check your boxes before you drive away!

Portion sizes are really respectable for the price- people who eat this cuisine often know how…read moreexpensive the food can be. The gyro isn't overly salty, and the dolma is better than most. The fries are my guilty pleasure! The greek salad + gyro is generous with dressing and salad. Staff at this restaurant is small in number but big in kindness. They are caring, attentive, and proactive about helping you. Staff are especially kind to the elderly and are quick to reach out if it appears like you need assistance. They are a small restaurant and they tend to keep the front door open. So, don't expect AC to blast in your face- instead, stop by for a quick family meal or take it out and enjoy the big portion sizes and yummy food.

Over the years, Tak Grill Fresh has definitely been raising their prices, but the quality has risen…read moreright alongside them. It has been years since they last offered lunch specials, unfortunately, so most meals now hover around $20 per plate. However, the portions are impressively generous, and I can usually stretch one serving into two meals. The gyro and rice have noticeably improved since my last visit. *Gyro Plate: came with gyro, salad, pita, white rice, and french fries. It also included a side of tzatziki sauce and vinaigrette. The french fries were airy and crisp. The white rice was fluffy and clean tasting. The salad was crisp and refreshing. The pita was decent and mostly served as a vehicle for the sauce. The gyro was tender and flavorful. The meat was well seasoned with a touch of sweetness and heat. *Cucumber Yogurt and Pita: loved that it came as a full tub of sauce. The included pita was rather skimpy, though. The yogurt was vibrant and refreshing. I was worried that the cucumber would water down the creaminess, but it added a naturally light and bright note instead. Although I miss the more affordable lunch options, the food has clearly benefited from their revamp. The quality was consistently high and left me full without weighing me down.

I loved this place! The night before coming here for takeout, I had Mediterranean food down at…read moreSeaport Village. It was tasty and satisfying... but this place BLEW MY MIND. The moment I walked in, I was warmly greeted and asked if I wanted a table for one. I said no, I was hoping to order takeout, and she kindly invited me to sit at the bar while I looked over the menu. Right away, the atmosphere felt welcoming, beautiful, and relaxed. I ordered my food, sipped my water, and honestly didn't think I had ordered that much. Then she came out with multiple filled brown bags of food! First of all, the prices were amazing. Second... the food was TOP NOTCH and completely different from what I had the night before. Everything was packed with flavor without being overloaded with salt. Fresh, vibrant, rich, and incredibly satisfying. The waitress/hostess was knowledgeable, friendly, and gave great recommendations on what to try. You can tell the staff truly cares about the experience. I will absolutely be back the next time I visit San Diego again. And not that I recommend eating while driving ... but the next day on my drive back to Ventura County, I spread out my leftovers and happily snacked on hummus, baba ghanoush, and dolma all the way home. That alone says everything about how good this place was.

There are restaurants you visit, and then there are places you feel, where the intention behind…read moreevery dish is unmistakable from the moment you walk in. That was my experience at NEY. From the first bite, it was clear this isn't just food, it is craft. You can taste the care, the precision, and the pride. Every element felt thoughtfully prepared, balanced, and deeply satisfying without trying too hard. The standout for me was the biryani, comforting, and perfectly executed. But everything impressed. The tzatziki was bright and refreshing, the hummus topped with beef shawarma was rich and flavorful, and the ney classic plate was generous enough to easily feed two, maybe even three, without sacrificing quality anywhere on the plate. It was the perfect way to try a lot of their items at once and that one disappointed! What really says it all is that I am already looking forward to the leftovers, which is rare for me. This is the kind of place that stays with you, not just because it is good, but because you can feel the heart behind it.