There's nothing like a family member, with all his enthusiasm for the food recommending what you should 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 read more

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Shawarma House is my go-to spot for dinner during the OB Farmers Market on Wednesdays. The indoor and 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. read more

Shawarma House - Beef Shawarma Pita Wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

I love this little spot in Ocean Beach! They've got a great little bar that overlooks Newport Avenue and you can watch all the folks walking by. Sometimes that can be quite a show lol. Both times I've been here I've gotten the chicken Shawarma wrap with the lemon garlic dressing. It is absolutely divine in every way. My fiancé got the beef Shawarma wrap tonight and although he said it was good, he did say that the beef was a bit too chewy. The gentleman that works there is really nice and the food comes out super fast, hot and fresh. You can see them making it right in the back of the open kitchen. read more

Shawarma House - Chicken Shawarma Pita - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

I would recommend this spot to the casual onlooker paroozing through OB. This spot will hit the spot if you had a couple beers or not. We had ordered the combo plate for 2 people and it was enough to get filled. The staff were extremely hospitable and we loved their service. I would definitely come back. read more

Shawarma House - Combo Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Thank you fellow helpers for helping me find this place! I needed a change from my usual fish tacos and while sitting on the beach, I was searching for restaurants walking distance from ocean beach. The reviews don't lie! Fresh gyros and kabab plates. Loved the food, friendly service and they do give a discount if you pay with cash. The plates are huge, I couldn't finish it. Gyro was delicious! I will be back next time I'm in ocean beach. read more

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TL;DR: Top service with good food! Great option for a quick bite of Mediterranean eats Ordered: - Chicken Shawarma wrap (2/5): rather dry and not the most flavorful. Mostly filled with lettuce so that might be why we could barely taste the chicken... - Beef Shawarma plate (4/5): much better than the chicken. Better balance in flavor and can really taste the char - Fries (5/5): so good, hot and fresh - Beef egg roll (5/5): we didn't order this but the server saw us eyeing the other table's order and he brought out an extra serving for us on the house! We will definitely be ordering this next time The food was good and the vibe was relaxed but the real star was the service staff! They made us feel right at home and even gave us extras. Cheers, Shawarma House! read more

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"Have you guys had shawarma?" The beef shawarma was smaller, but filled to the brim with meat, no filler. The meat was tender and well spiced. Refreshing salads with tomato and parsely. The baklava was good, very sweet and decadent. The server was nice and we had a great chat! The shop was small but located along the main road, so easy access! Best bite: Beef Shawarma Plate read more

I initially came here for a yelp event and I've been hooked ever since. Parking may be scarce, but you can park at the end of the street and take a stroll down. The restaurant itself looks like it's a mom and Pop family ran business. The portions were pretty big. The young man that took our order was very attentive. He actually came out a couple times to the table and checked up on us. Everything was just so flavorful! They wasn't greedy with the sauce or the seasoning. Definitely a must try if you are in the area! read more

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I came back here after I tried them for a Yelp event a few weeks ago. What brought me back was the warm hospitality of the staff and the delicious food and generous portions! This place fits in with the OB vibe with its open dining area and a sign outside illustrating all of their popular dishes. I got to try the chicken and beef egg rolls and these were amazingly good! I would definitely order this again. Meat was flavorful and the egg rolls were crispy. I ordered the Gyro plate which is a great entree to share since you get quite a bit of food. We actually didn't even finish and had to bring the rest home! You get plenty of rice, meat, and salad. To finish off we had some baklava, which to be honest had a lot of filling! Usually baklava has barely any filling but this was was filling with just one piece! I'll definitely check them out again when I'm in the area. read more

Shawarma House - Gyro Plate. Ig @mel_foodie_ventures - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Shawarma House is a family-run restaurant serving up delicious food in OB (tucked away near the Target). They have some seating available, but this also makes for the perfect kind of food to take out (that can last for more than one meal). I ordered the creamy chicken chop plate and a falafel pita. The portions were huge! The plate came with a hearty serving of rice, salad and hummus. I loved the tender, breaded chicken served with a tasty cream sauce on top. It was full of flavor and easily lasted a second meal. The falafel pita was also ridiculously good. I love that the falafel remained very crisp in the wrap. Everything tasted fresh and was very well made. I also appreciated that the restaurant felt very clean. The woman taking our order was so sweet and we hope that they do well here! read more

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Is there enough room to leave a 10 star review?!?! I feel like 5 stars isn't enough. To start... the owners are such INCREDIBLE, kind, personable, and passionate humans. And they sure know how to throw down in the kitchen!! I tend to be quite critical when it comes to Middle Eastern restaurants - especially growing up eating the BEST Middle Eastern food - and I've gotta be honest.. Shawarma house hits pretty close to home!! From the warm Mid-Eastern hospitality, to the fresh shawarma shaved off the roasting pit, and the spacious dining room, this has quickly become one of my favorite go-to spots in San Diego. THAT'S A BIG DEAL Y'ALL. Lemme tell ya about the goodies! For starters, let's talk about the beef shawarma wrapped in a pita. Folks... THIS is how it's done. A great ratio of deliciously marinated beef shawarma to crunchy veggies and tahini sauce all wrapped up in a thin pita. I smiled as I took every bite, giving gratitude to the food of my homeland. The tabbouleh and shirazi salad were also delicious!! I've gotta highlight the tabbouleh and, again, say that THIS is the way to make tabbouleh; parsley forward, refreshing, and the perfect amount of lemony citrus. I was also generously gifted a side of the egg rolls which were SO DELICIOUS!!! There's nothing like a bite of golden fried delicious stuffed with beef and chicken shawarma, dipped in their beautifully balanced hot sauce. All of that to say... YES. Do it. Please go here to enjoy the food, ambience, and to support this incredible business!! read more

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I'm angry how good this place is!!! I was blown away how good the food was. The beef swarma pita was crazy good juicy tender and full of flavor. The egg rolls here were next level!!! I been craving this place for a while now but I live to far to come out here. The service was fast and Mais was so sweet and kind. The ambiance is chill nothing to fancy, you could totally eat at the beach but decided to eat there so the food was still fresh. I recommend trying this place if you're in the OB area!!! read more

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Shawarma House is serving Mediterranean plates and pita/tortilla wraps with proteins ranging from beef and chicken to vegan and falatel. AMBIANCE Clean, bright, open air interior with no frills exterior seating SERVICE friendly, helpful, welcoming FOOD 5/5 Lamb Shank Plate: Yellow Rice: fragrant, flavorfully stock cooked and savory Lamb: braised piping hot, tender, savory, gamey Salad: fresh shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, tart vinaigrette Hummus: creamy, savory, nutty, thick and smooth PARKING Street diagonal parking is free for two hours between 8am-6pm excepted Sundays and certain holidays read more

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Came here on a hot sunny day. Parking can be tricky but street parking is always available. The inside is small with a few tables. It does get stuffy inside. Food was pretty good. They give gigantic portions and the service was very friendly. Would recommend! read more

Shawarma House - Beef Kebab Pita Wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Great customer service! The place is a family owned business and you can tell the food quality and service has a personal touch with fast service! I didn't crave shawarma before but now I am a fan! And can't wait to visit again! The place is also clean and plenty of seating. Location is right next to the Target! If you dont get lucky with the parking on the street, park at Target really quick and pick up the food! read more

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A cozy restaurant with many promising items on the menu. We were here on a hot Summer day. The owner was very friendly and accommodated our dog indoors, even offering treats and lots of love. We got one Chicken Shawarma Pita and the Shish Tawook plate for entrees. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. The chicken kabob could have been a little more tender and flavorful. The sauce is a little dilute but good. And to top off the meal, our dessert, Turkish Baklava was extremely light and incredibly tasty. Finding parking can be a little tricky. Nevertheless, this restaurant definitely offers homely and great Mediterranean dishes. read more

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Ray and Sam are fantastic cooks and people! If you want good Mediterranean food for great prices and portions GO HERE!! Such flavorful options. I left fully satisfied and wow those pita chips -- are to die for!! read more

I was in downtown San Diego for business, I looked up Greek food in my area, this place was 20 minutes out of the way, but had by far the best ratings and reviews. When I stopped in, I immediately loved the vibe. They are extremely friendly and helpful, I got the beef Shawarma plate, which I give 9.8/10, for the price you get a generous helping a protein, with delicious rice. Not overcooked. With the plate comes hummus with pita. For this restaurant being open for less than a year, I suspect they will get well over 1000 reviews and maintain their 4.8 stars, due to the great service they provide, quality ingredients and prime location they are in they are a must see when in Ocean Beach. This is my new go to if my clients want something healthy to eat. Thank you for a great experience! Thanks for talking Security with me read more

Shawarma House - Beef Shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

This is my new Shawarma Spot. Everything was so delicious!!! I was here earlier in the day for a yelp event but it was soooo good I HAD to return for more later that day. Very clean and organized. Plenty of seating (stools, tables inside and a few tables in the sidewalk). I sat at the stools at the open window to people watch. This one s a family owned restaurant that has been in business for only a few months but is already cranking out delicious food. Their service was amazing as well. They serve beer on tap (also bottle and can) and have coolers full of grab and go drinks. I had a beef shawarma wrap, small side of hummus and small side of tabouli. I also ordered some chicken shawarma egg rolls to go and the owner tossed in a few beef ones for me to sample along with extra hummus and some crispy pita chips. Wow!!! So glad Yelp introduced me to this place. Highly recommend trying this place. Easy to find-- It's located on the main strip in OB, a few doors down from the mini-Target. read more

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Service is 1000/10 -- SO YUMMY and HUGE portions for the price Shawarma House we will be back thank you!! read more

Shawarma House - gyro plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

My husband and I came here for lunch. He got the lamb shank, I had fatoush salad with gyro and beef egg rolls. Everything was delicious and the guys who work there were exceptional and had great service! Definitely putting this place in my regular rotation! read more

Best shawarma in OB! Delicious food & sauces and always the friendliest service. Small restaurant a couple doors to the left of Target. They have limited indoor and outdoor seating. We love their various protein selections dipped with the garlic sauce that adds a punch of flavor. They currently have a beer special where you order 2 egg rolls and one beer for $12.99 which is a steal! Definitely a spot to check out in OB! read more

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A small family owned restaurant just opened in January near ocean beach. Service is friendly and attentive. The staff is knowledgeable and explained their menu items in detail. A family runs the place, and they use delectable Mediterranean recipes to craft their many menu items. I like lots of variety in my life, and never play it safe, so I chose the combo plate, which basically has everything in one big plate. The meats are well prepared and the rice is seasoned perfectly. The combo also comes with a side of refreshing salad and some pita pieces to go with the hummus. There was so much deliciousness leftover that I took a large To Go bag, and am looking forward to enjoying more for lunch tomorrow. read more

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I tried this place for the first time today and it is hands down the best kebab/shawarma I've had in San Diego. It's better than any spot I've tried, hands down - and I've tried a lot because it's my favorite type of food. My new go to spot for sure. read more

Shawarma House - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Big portions. Good quality. Very popular vegan options as well. Definitely recommend.

Shawarma House is located on Newport Ave in Ocean Beach/OB and had opened over a month ago. Limited street parking and private parking lots close by. Yesterday, while out in OB, my friend and I saw Shawarma House and decided to try their lunch. Most indoor seating were taken as there was a large group of military people having lunch. Luckily there were a few tables and seats outside with an umbrella shade for us to enjoy the OB sunshine. The cashier staff named Mais was cordial, helpful and nice. She explained some of the items on the menu, which was mostly Mediterranean selections. I like Mediterranean food and glad this place was new and clean. For my dining friend the Beef Shawarma plate which has the sliced marinated beef, yellow saffron rice, salad, hummus and pita. For myself, the Greek salad, with added Falafel. And of course french fries to share. The food looked appealing, presented nicely, generous portions too; we should have just ordered one dish. We were hungry and ate some of our lunches but couldn't finish it all and had most of it boxed togo. I like Mediterranean food and the food here was ok but just not the best I've had. I tried some of the beef shawarma and it had a taste of lamb, which I'm not a fan of. A big fan of lamb is a furbaby, and she liked it. Perhaps a beef kabob would taste more like beef and not taste any hint of lamb...? The saffron rice tasted bland just like the hummus. The pita bread was not fluffy but rather flat. Fries lacked sea salt seasoning. Upon cutting a falafel ball, it was mostly chickpea and not green inside, which lacked parsley herb. My fav was the Greek salad which was enough to feed four, had a medley of cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, slivered red onions, pitted black olive and sprinkled feta cheese with oil and vinegar dressing. This salad was great but would have liked for more feta cheese and perhaps serve it in a nice thick chunk, as it's usually done. The owner was nice and did come out to check if all was satisfactory, we wanted to be reciprocally nice and said everything was ok. If you're not as particular with seasoning and flavors as I am and want Hugh portions of Mediterranean food in the very casual area of sunny Ocean Beach, try Shawarma House. read more

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Staff went above and beyond at all times to make sure we were taken care of. Food was good and portions were larger. Inside is small and was a lil hot (open doors), but it was a very hot day outside. They had a few outdoor tables if you'd like to sit with a pet. I remember thinking that I could use a some more flavor- maybe more seasoning or more saltiness but I ate it! Would order a plate next time. Hummus was also pretty good. Anyway, great customer service and definitely worth a visit! read more

Take away order. The wrap was fine but not as tasty as had from other vendors. The spice did not pop and seems a bit meh. That said, we will order again when it's the most convenient alternative to other take away foods read more

Great food! We got the combo plate and falafel. Everything was very tasty, no complaints. read more

Shawarma House - Combo plate with beef, chicken, gyro meat, humus, rice, salad, tzatziki, pita bread, and a side of Falafel Side with hot sauce. - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

The previous business at this suite in downtown Ocean Beach was also a Mediterranean style eatery, but it operated for less than a year before closing. Shawarma House opened less than a week ago as its replacement. The dining area had a combination of small tables, round high-tops, and a countertop along the front window for seating. The staff was still getting the logistics in order with an example being the menu screens. They were not working yet so in their place were paper menus that listed the offerings. No photos were available so I asked about the Shawarma Portion Plate which was one of the 13 choices of Plates on the first page. It turned out the name was a combination of beef and chicken as proteins off the rotisserie. Yellow rice, hummus, salad, and pita bread were served with the meats. When I got my food and had a chance to start eating after arriving home, I noticed that both the beef and chicken were really moist. I have had versions in which they were quite dry after being sliced off the spit. The hummus was very smooth and creamy while four slices of pita were wrapped inside aluminum foil. Priced at just under $20, this combination plate was on par with the competition that serves fast casual Middle Eastern fare in SD. I thought highly enough of my takeout experience at Shawarma House to give a 4.5 star rating. read more

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We were looking for a nice and comfortable place in the downtown OB area and found this little jem. Excellent food, great service, and great portion for the price. Highly recommended for delicious plates and excellent service! Nothing like a nice family dinner! read more

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Good tasting food, friendly service. Had the chicken shawarma and tabouli. Seating area is small, and geared more towards takeout, but we got a table. read more

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We had Shwarma house cater my grandma's celebration of life and it was an absolute hit! You don't often get Mediterranean food for a gathering because it can be hit or miss for some people, but I think Shwarma house is the exception. They make some meannnn egg roles that are the favorite amount everyone. The saffron rice and chicken/beef/falafel pans were delectable and all the sauces that went with were perfection. Not to mention their pita and chips are great. I'm a new fan of this place and can't wait till my family caters with them again. Also, every time my family has gone to eat here the restaurant folks always throw in something special for them. For my grandma's celebration, my cousin mentioned that she loved the egg roles and then we ended up with 2 free big tins! They are so giving here and it gives me a warm feeling. read more

LOVE this place! Located in the heart of OB, making parking somewhat difficult but well worth it. Service isn't always the fastest but between the amazing staff and food the wait flies by -- I find people in OB typically easy to hold conversations with too. I've now visited this places 3 times and every time it gets better. I'm probably the number 1 fan of their falafel balls, seriously best I've had in San Diego. The prices are more than fair for the quality of food portions. Only request I have would be them having a bar to give me even meow reason to hang out! Haha If you're in need of a Shawarma spot, look no further, I guarantee you won't be disappointed! read more

Shawarma House - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Very friendly service and efficient! The man who took my order and ran front of house was amazing. Street parking in OB and paid lots around but the wrap I got came with two side salads which were good. Beef wrap was tasty and hot. Good for takeout! read more

Shawarma House - Store outside - June 2025 - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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This family-run, hole-in-the-wall establishment offers the usual shawarma fare, with quick, attentive service by delightful and charming family members. I ordered a chicken shawarma pita and some baklava, which were filling and delicious, with generous portions. A small Greek salad was included with the pita. One of the young people working there asked if I would like hot sauce for my pita, but when I declined, he encouraged me to try it, which I did, and I am glad that I did. My baklava was beautifully plated with an extra drizzle of honey syrup and generous sprinkle of ground pistachios. There happened to be a street fare going on (the chili cook off), which made eating at the bar, which looks out onto the street, a great place to sit to watch the passing people and pets. Wednesday evenings, the street is the scene of the weekly farmers' market and fare. Check it out! read more

If you're a person who generally enjoys shawarma and/or Mediterranean food, this is a decent spot to go if you're in Ocean Beach. However, I'm not going out of my way to come back. The gyros is decent, the chicken is a bit dry, but everything has those nice, bright flavors. The coolest thing about the place is the counter seating facing the sidewalk. Couple that with the reggae in the background, and you've got the epic Ocean Beach vibe some of our tourists seem to crave. This is a great spot for people watching. My permanent date ordered the fattoush with gyros and I got the Greek salad with chicken. The salad dressings were good, the vegetables were fresh, and my tomatoes actually tasted like tomatoes. Except my guy didn't bring the fries my lady ordered. When I brought it to Homie's (I didn't get the counter guy's name) attention, he was apologetic and asked me if I wanted anything else, which would be on him. I asked if they had toum (whipped garlic), and he offered it to me on the house (I chose toum over house made baklava, and I mildly regret that choice). The fries were fantastic. Perfectly crispy outside and nice and fluffy on the inside. The toum is a perfect accompaniment to the fries. Okay, I retract my earlier statement. I would totally be willing to come back for these fries. Seriously, we were going to leave, but the fries kept us glued to our seats. Order shawarma fries, gyro fries, or whatever fries they have on the menu. read more

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We traveled to Ocean Beach for Fathers Day and stopped in at the Shawarma House for a quick take home. I had the perfect greeting from Ray who was very welcoming and efficient. They were handling customers as they arrived to pick up prior ordered meals. I ordered the Shawarma chicken pita which was individually prepared and took about 10 minutes. The pita was enough to be enjoyed for 2 adults. The pita was delicious. The seasoning was perfect and I enjoyed it with a wonderful rose wine at home for Father's Day. The most enjoyable part of my visit is to have the opportunity to visit with Sam the owner and Ray who delighted me in conversation and an exceptional meal. When we are out for the evening or the day we look forward to enjoy our meal with conversation with the service. We were not disappointed. The food is outstanding and the smiles along with the service is worth many visits. read more

Shawarma House - Shawarma Chicken Pita Wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Good food The serving portions are also quite generous which I always appreciate during this inflation age. They have the garlic sauce, which is phenomenal. The beef rolls and the beef pita wrap were delicious. Not much of a fan of the chicken fries. The baklava is not great. I have had better. It seemed a bit hard to chew. The service was good. read more

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Shawarma House is a new spot (9 months) that's doing a pretty good job. The Falafel is fantastic. It was wonderfully crisp on the outside and perfectly moist inside. It comes out hot and freshly steaming, a picture of Mediterranean excellence. The garlic sauce is great and compliments it perfectly. Honestly some of the best falafel I've ever had. We got the Shawarma Wrap portion combo which comes with both beef and chicken shawarma inside along with pickles, lettuce, tomato, red onion and garlic sauce. To be honest - the wrap needs work. It needed salt, less lettuce, more garlic spread and pickles and didn't need to be panini pressed. I think that process kinda drains it of a little moisture which the meat begs for. It is good with ample sauce by itself it is lacking. The staff is great, very open and enthusiastic about making changes. Clearly family run establishment and you get a warm sense of hospitality while inside. I'd come back, but only for the falafel. read more

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