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    Mystic Grill

    4.2 (222 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Julia G.

    This place has a new owner and they are now open while still working on additional changes. We tried their food and they were delicious. New recipes so very different from previous one. We hope they will maintain good quality food and upgrade the place.

    Falafel (6 Pieces)
    Janine W.

    We stumbled upon this place while in the area and decided to give it a try -- and what a pleasant surprise! The chicken kabobs were exceptionally tender and juicy, cooked to perfection. The mixed grill salad, featuring salmon, gyro meat, and chicken shawarma over crisp lettuce with onions and feta, was flavorful and fresh. The falafel were a bit on the dry side (as expected), but paired with the toum and tahini, they were still very enjoyable. Service was super friendly, and the staff took the time to answer all our questions. A great find!

    Chicken kabab, chicken seekh, beef seekh - the seekhs were okay. Would skip the chicken kebab.
    Nikhil U.

    The food was very average. Got a bunch of kebabs a la carte- Chicken kabob - 2/5 Was pretty bland and I feel a little overcooked Chicken and beef kufta kebab - 3/5 they were okay. Nothing I would comeback for. The pita was store bought.

    Great menu!
    Brad G.

    Awesome Halal food and a really beautifully designed interior. The guy taking our order in the front was one of the nicest people I have ever met. Even with a line he made us feel welcomed when it was our turn to order. Lots of spaced out tables leading to comfortable seating and an environment where you can enjoy socializing at your table and eating without struggling to ignore conversations going on around you. When you walk in it's a nice inviting atmosphere and a super nice clientele. Front area has chilled food and deserts with a clear view to the chef in the back. You can see just how clean this location is and it comes across as a well oiled and efficient process. We tried the Tilapia and Pasta Plate, Gyro Plate, Baklava, Hummus plate and a drink. I will share I was stoked to see they have Pepsi :-) All the food was perfect, tasted so fresh and well prepared, perfect seasoning and incredible portions. Seriously, we got a lot of food for around 45 bucks, where can you get this quality at that price anymore?! There is a large upstairs for reservations and private events as well. A great spot to visit and fuel up for the day! Parking is interesting as it's a shared parking lot but pro tip is to park more toward the back of the strip mall area as it's easy in and easy out.

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    Emmett T.

    Mystic Grill replaced a longtime Italian eatery, Giovanni's, at this location in Clairemont. The refurbished interior was very clean and brightly lit. I did not go upstairs to check out the environment there so I can't comment on how it appeared. The menu screens displayed all the classic Middle Eastern dishes as one would expect. There were some pasta entrees too which I thought were unique because you normally don't see such items at this type of restaurant. I started with an appetizer of Dolmas (stuffed grape leaves). I also wanted to try the Stuffed Salmon, but it was unavailable so my alternative was the salmon with four jumbo shrimp. The plate was supposed to be served with feta cheese salad, hummus, basmati rice, and pita bread. For some reason, the kitchen made it with penne pasta slathered in alfredo sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, black olives, and mushrooms. I guess the cook may have been confused because such a pasta style with salmon and shrimp didn't even exist on the menu. Tastewise, the fish was cooked fine, but the shrimp was dry from being on the grill too long. The creamy pasta was too much for me to finish in one sitting so I took the leftovers home. Other than the faux pas with the preparation, the rest of my dining experience at Mystic Grill was positive.

    25. Chicken Shawarma Bites
    Jonathan Z.

    Really friendly guys here and they seem to have a lot of regulars come in. It's almost as if all the customers are family. Big, clean, bright dining area. Got the chicken shawarma bites-essentially a wrap cut into 5 sections. Great flavors and textures and loved the garlic, yogurt, and that yummy spicy sauce especially. Comes with a choice of salad or fries. Also got the chicken kufta that's sort of like koobideh, but ground chicken. Great flavor, lots of buttery rice, and a side salad. Hummus and flatbread were also very good. A nice, solid lunch or dinner. Mystic Grill is sort of tucked away in the back of the IHOP plaza. You can't really see it off Balboa unless you're really looking for it. Lots of parking-just park near the liquor store and walk over.

    Dawn B.

    Hands down some of the BEST Mediterranean food in San Diego! I wish this place was closer to Me. I live almost 30 minutes away and I'll take the time to go here. The agyro plate is perfect, they have a delicious salad, gyro a ton of hummus and gyro on a plate, we also got the Schwarma sando today and came with a heeping portion of fries. They gave us a bunch of sauce and the garlic is my fav.

    14. Mixed Grill Salad
    Jennifer N.

    They have a lot of menu items that I don't see elsewhere! Everything was made fresh and the portions are huge. Highly recommend the Mixed salad (3 meats: chicken shawarma, salmon and gyro) and chicken kabob plate. This place is also huge, two stories so great for large parties.

    Chicken & Beef Shawarma w/ Saffron Rice, Hummus, & Feta Greek Salad
    Steven Alan D.

    This restaurant was a pleasant surprise, since it's mystical name does not do it justice... The savory tastes and richness from the extensive use of traditional Mediterranean & Middle Eastern spices, combined with the hint of Mediterranean-Latin fusion cuisine, make this place a great choice for a delicious meal. It just goes to show you that you don't need an ocean view and culinary school plating techniques to have a successful restaurant. It's about the service and the food! That being said, the Dolmas were of a Turkish recipe, as it included a tomato paste mixed with rice and masterfully blended with authentic Turkish spices. The Lebanese Babaganouj had the perfect roasted flavor in the eggplant, while the Egyptian Hummus was of the perfect consistency w/ olive oil drizzled on top w/ a parsley garnish. Also, the Syrian Tabbouleh had just the right amount of lemon juice. Ultimately, the Vegetarian Platter was a masterpiece of flavors representing several different Mediterranean & Middle Eastern cultures that could easily be plated on a silver platter and served in a King's court. The Chicken & Beef Shawarma was especially savory, as it was cured in a variety of spices including cardamom. The all yellow saffron rice, rather than just a sprinkle on top, was a nice touch to accompany the shawarma. The Hummus and Greek Feta Salad that accompanied the dish makes this an all around superb meal. For dessert, the Baklava was absolutely exquisite! Prepared with fresh green pistachios instead of walnuts, this was a perfect addition to top off an amazing dinner. Mystic Grill could easily serve this fare at the exorbitant prices that other Mediterranean & Middle Eastern restaurants charge, but they are resolute to keep their prices affordable. The same $75 meal that generously feeds a family of 4 adults would easily be over $125 at the other Mediterranean & Middle Eastern restaurants in the area. Bravo, Mystic Grill!

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    The lamb shank is delicious! So tender. The rice is great, as is the salad and humus that comes with the lamb shank.

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    Great place. Clean, hospitable and the food couldn't be more delicious . I go here often

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    Friendly, easy, tastes are tops! Prices super! Love it there! International and conveniently in my neighborhood!

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    They have good food... you may have to wait a little. The have a good selection of different items... house is clean...friendly staff.

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    Leila

    Leila

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    5.5 mi
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    This is such a great place for groups. The vibe is cool for people five people at round table. The…read moreservers are so friendly. Excited to tell you about the concept. You can see the food being prepared in front of you. Just a great addition to the community, let's start off with why everybody goes. The ambience is next level from pho stars on the ceiling to water running around the restaurant to a bridge. You have to walk over to cobblestone Street to Lyons head facing the staircase. Everything is on Point, the dishes are copper or some kind of metals they're very rustic Make sure your whole party is there to be seated and you do have a time limit on your seating There were five of us so we split the platter the appetizer platter as well as the kebab platter. I highly suggest adding on the cauliflower. It was probably our favorite of all the dishes of the evening. We added a steak skewer as well. It was phenomenal. No room for dessert

    So happy to get a reservation when we visited SD. Leila…read moreliterally took us away to another world! Stunning ambiance and starry nights! Everything we ordered was delicious. The Soltani platter and dip platter was a foodie adventure with depths of flavor. Muhammara was my favorite dip. Masato is easily one of best servers we've had. He was very personable and gave us some great recommendations. You need to visit for yourself to immerse in this Middle Eastern fairytale!

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    Amardeen Cafe

    Amardeen Cafe

    4.3
    (736 reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$

    Oh my gosh. This place is so good, I highly recommend checking this place out…read more I had the Moussaka (Lebanese eggplant stew) and I throughly enjoyed it. It was so flavorful and the portions were pretty big. I also got to try the cheese fatayer, I loved the pastry it came it, it was great. This place has great vegetarian and vegan options along with some gluten free options. The menu is marked very well and they make it easy to navigate. The staff were friendly and the food came out fairly quick. The restaurant is on the smaller side. There was seating available for large and smaller parties. From the dinning area, they had a window into the kitchen so it was fun to be able to see the cooks make the food. They also had cute decor that added to the ambiance of the restaurant. There is plenty of parking available in the plaza that it is in.

    The food was actually really good, but the service was terrible…read more The staff seemed condescending and like they didn't want to be there at all. Not attentive, not friendly, just kind of dismissive the whole time. We ordered a bunch of dishes and to be fair, everything we tried tasted great and was flavorful so you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The cheese knefe was a bit disappointing though. It's supposed to be crispy, but it came out mushy and kind of fell apart. The rose water reduction also made it way too sweet for my taste. Still decent overall, just not what I expected. But honestly, the service alone ruined the experience for me. I wouldn't come back. Food: 8.5/10 Service: 0/10

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    Micheline's Pita House La Jolla

    Micheline's Pita House La Jolla

    4.4
    (918 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    Vegetarian friendly
    Grab-and-go

    This review is long overdue! We've been coming here for years. This place is fueled by a love for…read moreauthentic Mediterranean cuisine and a desire to create a warm, welcoming space for everyone. Service is always on point! They're quick to serve and attentive to customers! The quality of ingredients are fresh, authentic, and portions are generous! I ordered the Greek fries with steak! And my wife ordered the Greek fries without protein! These fries are served golden and crispy, topped with savory, aromatic ingredients. The yellow Greek sauce is fire!!! I always ask for extra sauce- it definitely complements the fries with a zesty flavor profile! I can literally put that sauce on everything!!! It's that delish!!! Prices are reasonable! Limited seating areas indoors. However, they do have a few round tables outside to sit and eat. Overall, this place is a great spot to enjoy some lunch or dinner. You won't leave disappointed! And you'll be back sooner than later for more Mediterranean comfort food!

    The area is very clean, there is limited seating inside but there is more seating outside shared…read morewith regents pizzeria, this was great so we could get multiple things from each. We got the rice bowl and it came with the pitas, the sauce is like this savory kinda zesty sauce and the falafel is crispy, there is something else crispy in it, the pickle and the onion and the rice all pair for a great taste, no complaints at all. We also got the lentil quinoa bowl, but there was barely any quinoa in it, but the chicken was very flavorful and there was good pairing with the lettuce tomato's and onions. If I had to choose I would definitely get the rice bowl again! No complaints on service, very quick as they have everything right there

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    Shawarma House

    Shawarma House

    4.8
    (235 reviews)
    6.7 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    There's nothing like a family member, with all his enthusiasm for the food recommending what you…read moreshould eat! This is one of those hole in the wall places, you dream you will drop in on. Small, limited seating, nothing fancy but the food is really good. The combination plate gives you an amazing variety of choices with seriously good flavor profiles. Everyone at our table agrees. It's just yum! As I see others before me have noticed .... if you look at their egg rolls (and since I make my own I was a little surprised to see them in a greek place).... but like everything else there, the flavor is just great. The kitchen sent them to us, without ordering. And that was a good idea for proving their food, no matter what you order is authentically greek, sometimes with a twist. Thanks chef and staff. It was our pleasure to enjoy your food and hospitality. With garlic, gusto and gratitude,  Chef Marian San Diego Foodies Carlsbad Foodies

    Shawarma House is my go-to spot for dinner during the OB Farmers Market on Wednesdays. The indoor…read moreand outdoor seating is perfect for people-watching, and the place is clean and recently remodeled. The staff is always friendly and helpful, plus they have a dedicated bathroom for paying customers. On this visit, I had the beef shawarma pita wrap. It had great flavor and paired well with the lettuce, tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, and garlic sauce. While I did have a few chewy pieces of beef, it wasn't a major issue. The pita is very filling, and I could barely finish my side salad! That said, the chicken shawarma wrap with the lemon dressing remains my favorite pita to date.

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