I got a chicken shawarma bowl and it was delicious. I love that you can fully customize everything you want in your bowl, it makes it easy to get exactly what you're craving. The portion was really generous; I couldn't even finish it and ended up saving the rest for later. The staff was super nice and welcoming as well. They do offer a student discount if you bring your student ID, which is awesome! Overall, it was a great experience and I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Ordered on their app which is easy to do and was able to select the items in my chicken shawarma bowl. Also ordered chicken shawarma salad bowl. Both bowls were tasty and all the ingredients tastes death. Love the hummus and tahini sauces. We added the falafel to the bowls but it was cold and soggy so not sure I would order falafel from them. Came with a cup of soup which had a nice lentil/lemon flavor. Friendly staff and it was ready when I got there so kudos to them for handling the dinner crowd. read more

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This place is favorite! Mario and Marie took care of me and gave great customer service. This was such a good bowl! Had a couscous bowl and a few lentil soups that were so good, the soups were perfect since I been feeling under the weather. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Falafel Couscous Bowls BOW (HL) - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

I haven't had Mediterranean food in awhile, so this place made me try something new. The staff was nice and fast working. We enjoyed the steak shawafel and the steak sharwma! Flavor was good. I found the mint lemonade refreshing and add more flavor to my meal. Would recommend, the space is clean and plenty of seating choices. Came here on a Sunday evening FYI! read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Steak Shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

Stopped at this spot on my way to wine country. It's located right off the freeway in a big complex. I've been to a different location of Sajj, but it's been a few years. I like this sort of "Chipotle model" where you can get what you want in either bowl or wrap form. One of the things I like the most is the huge variety of different toppings you can get, including pickled vegetables, sauces, and spreads. I ended up saying, "I want everything," and it made my bowl more than I could eat at one time. But everything was delicious and fresh. Also, everything comes with a cup of soup, which is pretty good. I like how they have a vegetarian and healthy options. It was a little bit pricey, about $18. If I hadn't been on a road trip, I could have taken it home and had two meals for that price. Definitely a quick spot for lunch, a few tables inside to sit at. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

I was really missing CAVA and was looking for something like it in the Bay Area. I found Sajj in San Bruno which other reviewers said had a similar feel, but I don't think Sajj is quite up to the mark despite charging CAVA-like prices. I got the chicken shawarma and what I received was well and truly a "slop" bowl with flavors that don't really mix well together. The only positive here was that they give you a free portion of lentil soup which I thought was a nice touch. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

I am a huge fan of the Sajj chain and the San Bruno location, lives up to the quality and taste I expect with Sajj! My go to is the make your own salad with chicken Shawarma, it is always the best! I also am a big fan of the garlic spread, tzatziki, and the wide range of dressings they have. The prices are reasonable, the staff is friendly and I always know I'm gonna get a fresh delicious salad. read more

This place checks all the boxes. Healthy options? Check. Full of flavor? You bet. Options for everybody (including kids)? Yes. Not to leave out customer service for a great value. The quality of what you're getting, wholesome ingredients and with a solid portion make this a slam dunk. Home run. read more

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Love their food and system. It's an easy in and out, and you get to pick what you want. For me...it is pomegranate chicken. rice and a lot of toppings. The food was a 5 but I was waited on by a super grumpy woman who seemed mad and did not say a word or crack a smile the whole time, which was off putting. read more

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This review is overdue. My favorite local lunch spot, their bowls are the best, and so convenient. You can add what you want and the portions are so big I usually eat the second half the next day. We recently had them cater our kid's graduation party and everyone raved about the food. In fact, they loved it so much I had to order more, and they were quick and accommodating. The portion sizes were a bit unbalanced. For example, not enough of the meat and rice, but a ton of hummus and lettuce. We seriously had lettuce for a couple weeks. Lastly, I'm docking 1 star (and honestly, that's generous) because the lady who works there (owner perhaps?) is an absolute pill. She literally makes me feel uncomfortable just walking in and supporting her business. And it's not a one-off, it's every single time. If the food wasn't as good, I would prob not come here specifically for that reason. read more

there is my favorite food it's not too spicy and everything fresh nice quality the best service If you care about your health and watch your weight, I highly recommend this food. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Salad Bowls (GF, HL) Salad Bowls (GF, HL) - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

This review is for SERVICE and FACILITY only. We love SAJJ! So, we were excited to learn there's one closer to home. We were blown away by this location. Not in a good way, unfortunately. Maybe their HVAC was broken ? The place reek with old oil smell. We were in the location to order, we came out smell like old pots. The greatest let down was the service. This has nothing to do with the fact that the workers speak very little English. They were not able to explain why "Keto Bowl" is more expensive than the regular bowl. Note: you can ask for all the ingredients in Keto Bowls and pay less. So, I asked if I could just switch to regular bowl midway. Man, they were so sour, they made Kombucha taste and smell sweet. My husband was not finished ordering when the older lady just left his bowl on the counter. Very unpleasant experience. We will stick with SAJJ in San Mateo. Too bad because this location is really close to home. read more

Sajj Mediterranean continues to impress with its exceptional service and inviting ambiance, making for a truly enjoyable dining experience. The staff's attentiveness and the restaurant's pleasant atmosphere consistently contribute to a positive visit. The Salad Bowl with steak is a highly recommended choice, delivering on both flavor and freshness. Coupled with the complimentary lentil soup, it provides a delicious and satisfying meal that keeps diners coming back. It's clear that Sajj Mediterranean maintains its high standards, offering delectable food and a welcoming environment that enhances the overall dining experience for all its patrons. Maria served me and she gave excellent service! read more

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Good food overall. I'm not vegan, but I tried their vegan plate because I wanted something lighter and healthier after a few protein‑heavy days. It was surprisingly good and filling. I just wish they offered small add‑on portions of tahini or hummus instead of only large à‑la‑carte options. I wouldn't mind trying their other available items in days I need lighter healthy substitutes for food intake. read more

I ordered lunch to go from Sajj using their app. Enjoyed a falafel rice bowl with all the healthy fixings ( beets, garbanzo beans, lettuce etc). Fast, efficient service: food was packed and ready when I arrived. This location has clean indoor and outdoor seating. Nice to have tasty, healthy, reasonably priced food in a location convenient to the freeway. I will return when I'm in the neighborhood (near Tanforan Park). read more

Sometimes, you just have to try something again and again until you develop a taste for it. I had never been a huge fan of some Mediterranean dishes, Hummus, Falafel, Baba Ghanoush were dishes that I usually passed on. Then some friends introduced me to a "new" Mediterranean restaurant near our house that was fantastic. So, now I'm trying to expand my knowledge and experience. My mom has frequent doctor's appointments nearby SAJJ, so we decided to give them a try. We had our dog with us, so we needed to be seated outside. Looking on yelp and using the filter to find outdoor seating, we saw the ratings were decent. Driving up, we saw that they had two outdoor tables but we only needed one for the three of us plus the dog. We looked over the menu and I placed the order using the QR Code. When I got to the end of the transaction, I needed to have my wife go inside and let them know that our order was to be eaten on premises and not packaged to go. When the food was ready, everything was delivered to our table. Here's what we got: Drinks - Diet Coke, Strawberry Lemonade, Water (my mom always wants hot water, but they apparently don't serve it?). The Strawberry Lemonade was a bit on the sweet side but it was nice and refreshing. Diet Coke is Diet Coke. Lentil Soup - 5 - This comes free with every combination order. It was a bit on the thin side but it was very flavorful. Something I could drink every night during winter. Pomegranate Chicken Plate - 3 - All of the accompaniments were good but the Chicken itself did not have any discernable pomegranate flavor. Chicken Shawarma Plate - 3 - Some of the chicken appeared to be undercooked as it was pink. Steak Shawarma Plate - 3 - I found the meat to be over cooked and over seasoned. I think that had we had simply skipped the meats, we would have been happier overall. Bottom line, would we come here again? Yes, but veggy only. The Lentil Soup, Tumeric Rice, Cous Cous, Hummus, Tzatziki, Tomato Cucumber Mix, Diced Pickles, Pita Chips and Pita Bread are all winners. read more

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Ordered via the app for the first time. But I didn't see the $5 off first order until after so couldn't use the coupon. You can create your own plate or choose from specific bowls. Ordered the vegan bowl and was pleasantly surprised with the food. The plate came with, salad, 2 falafels, pickles, hummus, pita bread, rice/eggplant/garbonzo beans for $14.95. They have a station for utensils, napkins, water and sauces. The service was nice for pickup. They had the order ready before the suggested pickup time. My only complaint is that the red hot sauce is very salty. Plenty of parking Definitely will be back read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

You know, there are countless aspects of pre-COVID life that I really miss, but one of the things that I surprisingly miss the most are some of the eateries by my old office. Obviously, I can still go back to the ones that are still around, but it's different making a point of it versus just walking the few blocks over there. What's even more surprising is that of the bunch, one of the places I miss the most is Sajj! Don't get me wrong - I've always been a fan, but I never visited them as often as some of my other regular spots because the line was always so long. However, now that I've discovered this location with nary a wait? It's like getting to relive those experiences but without the hassle! Funny enough, even though I've always been curious about their wraps, pita breads, and salad bowls, I've never ordered anything at Sajj other than their rice bowls. No particular reason why, other than it's the easiest to reheat if I ever have leftovers. However, being at a new location, it felt appropriate to also try try something different. So, in this case, I opted to get a CHICKEN SHWAFEL SALAD BOWL (Chicken Shwarma and Falafel) with pretty much all of the toppings - Mixed Greens, Tzatziki, Hummus, Garlic Spread, Sumac Cauliflower, Tomato Cucumber Mix, Cabbage, Garbanzo Beans, Diced Pickles, Diced Beets, Sumac Onions, Cherry Peppers, and Lemon Olive Oil Dressing. With such a long list of components, it's no wonder how, all together, this ends up being a fairly hefty salad - and that's before even mentioning the three Falafels and the seemingly generous amount of Chicken Shwarma underneath it all. Other than how I should've asked for less of the garlic spread (very garlicky), everything blended together really well. All of the veggies were fresh (other than the pickles because pickles), the Falafels stayed crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, and the Chicken Shwarma was quite flavorful. I wish I had asked for some tahini to be drizzled on as well, but it's not like my salad didn't have enough going on already. Regardless of whether you get a wrap, pita bread, salad bowl, or a rice bowl, though, the absolute best part of just about any meal at Sajj is their Lentil Soup. I'm not sure what they put into it, but I wouldn't be shocked if crack was one of the ingredients. Which is kind of crazy, because I don't remember it tasting this good at the Sajj by my old office. Although, maybe I just enjoyed it that much more this time because I knew my entire afternoon wasn't going to be spent sitting in a bunch of meetings that could've been an email instead. All in all, FOUR AND A HALF STARS rounded down for now. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Chicken Shwafel Salad Bowl and Lentil Soup - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

I ordered the vegan plate through Doordash which turned out to be perfectly packed balance of deliciousness and healthy food. The plate includes salad with a sweet and sour vinaigrette, boiled chickpeas, eggplants, rice, hummus, 2 falafels and diced pickles. The pita bread was served whole and cold so would have liked it to be in smaller pieces (as shown in the Doordash pic) and warmed to make it easier to eat. Overall, impressed by the tasty good and quick service. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Vegan plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

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The food here was amazing. The shawarma wraps are very good. I definitely recommend this place.

I was lucky enough to win a gift card to SAJJ years ago when we lived in San Francisco. I loved it then and still do. I haven't been in years since there aren't any locations near us. However, we were looking to get lunch with my mother-in-law before dropping her off at SFO and spotted that there was a SAJJ nearby. Ooo! It was a good excuse to return! We had a great meal here. One of the first things I spotted was that if you download the app, you get $5 off on your first visit. Score! So, I downloaded the app and it was quick and easy. I didn't need to order in the app either which was great. I love the build-it counter style, so I chose a bowl with the steak/lamb shawafel (includes bonus falafel!). I chose a 50/50 blend of rice and salad, and pretty much all of the toppings and sauces! I loved the cauliflower topping in my bowl. Plus, I came away with a big hunk of a bowl, which left me lunch for the following day! I also ordered the Tamarind drink which was good, but too sweet. I wish it was more sour/tangy like I had at Shawarmaji in Oakland. Oh well... I checked in on Yelp and I saw there was a free check-in offer! Wow! I rarely see those these days, so that was pretty exciting! The check-in offer was for free pita chips and dip. I chose the hummus because our son loves hummus. The pita chips were really good; they were obviously so much better than ones you get in a bag at a super market. The entrees also come with a free side of soup! It was super nice to have that as a starter on a chilly day. It was really yummy too. I love soup. All 4 of us really enjoyed our meals here. My mother-in-law really liked her pomegranate chicken bowl. I was excited to leave with leftovers as well which made a great lunch the following day. The staff were kind as well. Overall, SAJJ was as great as I remember...maybe better? The free soup, plus the $5 off on the app, and the Yelp check-in really hit it out of the park for me. I just wish there was a location closer to us, but this location, we'll certainly keep in mind again when we need to go to SFO! read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - BIG shawafel bowl, free soup, and tamarind drink! - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

This place is basically the Mediterranean style of Chipotle. You choose if you want a wrap, pita bread, rice/cous cous bowl or a salad bowl. Then you choose your protein and then you go down the line on what veggies and sauces you would like. It was a pleasant surprise when my husband and I swung by for dinner since we can customized our own meal. I got the chicken shawarma salad loaded with veggies with their signature garlic sauce and lemon & oil dressing. It was soooo good! I actually couldn't even finish the chicken and took it home to make a second meal out of it by adding more salad veggies the next day. Only complaint I have is since the bowl was so full, it made mixing everything quite difficult so I gave up half way and just started stuffing my mouth with fresh and flavorful goodness! Definitely would return again! read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Chicken shawarma salad - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

Huge, yummy, and fresh! I picked up my order for lunch and staff were friendly. I got a chicken shawarma bowl with two falafels on salad (mixed greens). There are a bunch of topping options, many free, but I got: arugula, tomato cucumber mix, cabbage, Kalamata olives, pickles, beets, sumac onion, spicy cherry peppers, mint, tzatziki, and tahini on the side. I loved the tzatziki , and highly recommend it all! read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

Oct 2023 3.5 I'd say. Pretty good for chipotle style mediterranean. A choose your own adventure meal, you can see the ingredients behind the glass. The line moved as quick or slow as the decisiveness of the persons ahead of you. Water is fetch your own, with a couple of different sauces you can grab also. I had gotten a falafel wrap with garlic sauce and hummus, along with a mix of different veggies. I also got a lentil soup to try things out. I'd say I wanted more from the garlic sauce but everything was packaged well. I liked the chutney and spicy sauce to hedge things up. The falafel was a tad dry but gelled with the two sauces. The lentil soup was nice addition for a small 1.50 charge. It was a bit flat needing seasoning imo. Something for crunch would've worked as well to cover both parts. Easy and quick food which worked for our schedule considering different dietary restrictions. read more

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Great place to grab a quick bite! Healthier than fast food and cheaper than grabbing readymade at Mollie Stone's, which lead me here. Chicken kabobs not listed on the menu but luckily the employee walked me through what's available in the trays -great service! Tables, floor, and food area/open kitchen are clean. Chose a salad bowl, can't believe all the sides/toppings are included (extra charge for avocado/guac and feta toppings). Was prepared to pay extra for hummus and garlic spread. Now that I know it's included, I'm definitely coming back!! There's even a small complimentary soup, if you'd like. read more

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Long wait time for no reason. Restaurant is not very busy. Expensive, hard to find parking Quality is average ok read more

Best way to describe it: a mediterranean chipotle style restaurant. Delicious food and customizable meals. Take advantage of their student meal it comes with an Entree Bowl, Lentil soup or Pita chips, and a drink. Service is really great, they're always so nice but if you're in a rush you can order their website. There's either a lot of people eating in or nobody there, so I just recommend always asking for to go. They don't always play music, but I really love when they do! My order: Falafel Rice Bowl(pictured w more details) - They have the crispiest and freshest falafels out there, it's so good but if I'm extra hungry I get chicken and falafel as an add on(2). For an entree bowl, they will give you about 4 of them. One time there was only 3 left at the front so the nice lady fried up fresh ones for me :,) Lentil soup - Usually complimentary but also comes in the Student Meal, so delicious and flavorful it's my favorite. Tamarind Juice - If you like tamarind, this is a must because it's exactly that nice, sweet, and tartness of a real tamarind. Honorable mentions: BF got the pita chips, they are really good but start tasting like oil to me after a while. He also got the Mint Lemonade which isn't too minty and bitter which I love but it's still too strong for my liking. read more

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I ordered a falafel bowl which came with the soup of the day. SAJJ is more of a fast food joint like chipotle. The workers were nice to explain how the menu worked. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Falafel bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

Really, really good semi-fast food. Middle Eastern/Turkish style wraps and bowls. Like Chipotle, you queue up and show/tell exactly which ingredients to put into your dish. I prefer the pomegranate chicken with tzatziki sauce. If you like Turkish and/or Eastern Mediterranean food, give SAJJ a try read more

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We are always happy with our bowls here. Flavorful, large portions you can save more for later. We will return! read more

Excellent customer service and fantastic falafels!! The place can get crowded, so go early.

If you are someone who loves fresh, flavorful and healthy food, this is the one! I recently visited this restaurant and enjoyed the experience. The atmosphere of the restaurant is very modern with plenty of seating options for individuals, couples, and groups. Service is so-so not as attentive. I've ordered their veggie bowl. It is more like a 3.5/5 so i round it up to 4 star. The ingredients of veggies are fresh and flavorful, chicken is a bit dry but it goes really well with their spicy sauce. Since I've ordered with the salad base, portions is good but if you are really hungry, I'd suggest to get a rice bowl instead. read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

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It was our first time eating here, so we weren't too familiar with the ordering process. The worker seemed to not be pleased with my wife not understanding how ordering works. I would echo a few of the reviews here that mention her being passive aggressive. She couldn't muster a thank you or you're welcome. All that aside, you order based on if you'd like a rice bowl, wrap, pita sandwich, or salad and go down the line of toppings. There's pretty much three protein options (steak, chicken, falafel, or a mix). Toppings such as cherry peppers, mixed greens, sauces, were free. Things like feta cheese, avocado, french fries will run a little extra. Lentil soup is free with any order. So we opted for the steak rice bowls with various toppings. Sauces felts very oily here and overpowered the flavor and texture of the bowls so if you are planning to try, maybe ask them to take it easy. Steak was dry and textbook mushy all at the same time. For being the main, it was definitely sad to bite into. Lentil soup seemed like it made in a blender so no whole pieces. There's a couple of seats indoor and outdoor. The format of the restaurant is very similar to Chipotle. Overall, there was nothing standout or craveable about this place in terms of mediterranean flavor. I was also not a fan of the cooking method of the steak, it's just dying in its container. Service is not the friendliest. If you need food in a pinch, maybe a salad bowl would be the way to go to avoid eating their meat. It was a SAJJ experience. read more

Yes yes yes! So happy to find a delicious Mediterranean place nearby me. Perfect for lunch! I personally got the chicken schwarma bowl and it was filling and sooooo good! Will definitely be coming back again read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Chicken Shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

Hands down my favorite healthy fast food chain. SAJJ is quick, delicious, filling and customizable. And in my opinion, the better option to Cava. Why? - Tastier proteins. The chicken shawarma and pomegranate chicken are so tender, melty, and satisfying. - More topping options. Y'all know I'm trying to overwhelm my bowl with an abundance of fresh veggies, and some savory and spicy sauces! - Free lentil soup. Say less. Delicious. And free. Always an appreciated touch! SAJJ rocks. And the one in San Bruno consistently delivers. read more

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I have to say that I was excited that I stumbled upon SAJJ in San Bruno! I used to work downtown 5 days a week, but that changed due to the pandemic. I ended up working remotely for the past 3 years, but I remembered SAJJ being a spot I really loved going to. I took my fiance here a couple weeks ago because we were in the area + we were super hungry. He's been craving shawarma for the longest time, and thankfully SAJJ had some! The place is located in a huge plaza with plenty of parking. It's right next to the pho place (I don't really remember the name) - there's a huge sign so you can't miss it. It wasn't busy at all when we went and plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. My fiance and I both shared a steak shawarma bowl. We practically got all the toppings + sauces, and it does come with a free lentil soup. I will say that 1 bowl was enough for us; 1 bowl might be too much for 1 person but you'll have leftovers! Our total came out to be around ~20-23 dollars? It was about that range. The steak shawarma was delicious! It's more on the lean side, so you shouldn't expect much chew at all. Everything else piled on top gave us so much spice, flavor, citrus.. you name it! Definitely a party in your mouth. Everything tastes exactly how I remembered it. Everything is SO flavorful and pairs so well with each other. Like another Yelper said, it's basically like a Mediterranean Chipotle. You choose your base/what you want, and you go down the line and pick your sides + sauces. I will say that I feel like with the steak, they didn't really give a lot + rice. I feel like you're paying more for the toppings since they fill up the bowl. However, I can't complain as much since the quality of food is delicious and up to par. Definitely something to swing by and try out! read more

Still a good spot for Greek/Mediterranean. As one Yelper mentioned, it's a Chipotle-style restaurant where you choose your base, protein, sides, and sauces. Really good choices on the menu, and the food rivals any other Mediterranean fast-food-ish restaurant. Also, the fries are seasoned well and cooked on point, and the lemonades are great. Service was great too, and the serving size ends up being a good value. read more

I'm so stoked to have SAJJ 5 minutes away from me. Adding it onto my lists of go-to places when I'm too lazy to make dinner. Not only is the food delicious but the service is always great. No matter how busy it gets, the servers are typically in good spirits, very polite and are generous with their servings. I drool thinking about this place. -I crave it so often! read more

SAJJ Mediterranean - Mediterranean Near Me - San Bruno, California

If you want your Mediterranean food fix, this isn't the place to go. It's set up chipotle style where you can build your own bowl/plate and choose a variety of toppings. They also offer different wraps and falafels. My issue with this place is: Service and portion: the lady making your bowl/plate is rude. She does not want to be there. Today, I ordered the chicken shawarma bowl (half rice/half salad) and she gave me the smallest scoop of rice and the smallest nibble of salad. All other toppings were also the smallest amount she was willing to give. Additionally, I ordered a kids chicken bowl for my daughter, and again, she barely gave any chicken and rice. Our items ended up being very bland and we had to add more seasoning. These items were not worth $15 and $9, respectively. There are better spots out there that care about their customers and providing good service, portions and quality of food. read more

Wonderful spot for healthy food! We came by after getting a coupon for a buy one get one free bowl. I didn't even know about this spot. I had the Paleo Bowl and my husband had the Double Protein Bowl. My son had their Mac and Cheese. Everything was fresh and delicious. They offer many gluten free options and have little signs posting what is gluten free. read more

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