Visit date: July 29, 8pm. Came to OB for the Farmer's Market and drum circle and wanted to try something new to eat. I saw an Egyptian food stall with people lined up to order and waiting for their meal. I waited in line for five minutes and decided to find something else. My hunger needed to be quelled soon as evidenced of a growling stomach. Just a couple minutes of walking along Newport and I stumbled upon Shawarma House. I wasn't sure if they were still open but Mathios- the gentleman at the register assured me they are with one condition...I have to eat at the available tables outside which was fine with me. The photo of the Falafel Plate looks like it could satisfy my burgeoning hunger so that, I picked. Situated myself on the street side table with two chairs and faced myself towards the crowds leaving the Farmer's Market. Soon after, out came Sam, the proprietor holding a huge plate of Mediterranean rice, falafel and hummus and a smaller plate of pita bread and spicy sauce. I was overwhelmed at the sight of this meal and doubted my ability to finish every bite. I was able to eat less than half and promised myself I would work on the rest tomorrow. The next day, it was still too much for me to completely devour! This would be a perfect single dish for two people! Meeting Sam and his son Mathios, tells me a lot about how passionate the family is to making customers feel welcome as well as nourished with their traditional dishes in their one year old establishment! More power to you! read more

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I was so excited to be part of this Elite Yelp event! I ordered the portion Egg Rolls for free yelp And we order more for dinner Falafel wrap Chicken shawarma And Bakalava was the best that we all enjoyed The flavor was not what enjoyed There was a spice the was different here Chicken had a lemony but bitter taste Very friendly but the Chicken wasn't what we didn't care for..egg rolls was great flavor And big and good Service was great, We try again maybe next time read more

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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The service was excellent, and the man at the front was super nice and welcoming. The food also came out really fast. I got the beef shawarma pita, and it was so good. It had the perfect ratio of meat, veggies, and sauce, and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. The ambiance is pretty standard and nothing fancy, but the great food and service easily make this place a 5-star spot. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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

I ordered the chicken shawarma and it was huge. I've been here before but it has been awhile. Shawarma is always packed with enough protein and veggies. Comes with a side of cucumber salad in a vinaigrette. Man who took my order was very pleasant and food came out right away. Plenty of seating inside and just minutes from the beach. I forgot to mention the fries were yummy! read more

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

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Great place for a meat eater to take his vegetarian date for a meal! You can order Spacedust draft IPA in a mug and sit and people watch or take your food to go and walk 2 blocks to the beach. The wraps were hot wrapped in hot crispy pita bread. A wrap was a huge portion, and noticed people who ordered plates took half of their order home. The service was quick and friendly and tables and floors were immediately cleaned off as customers left. This was an elite experience, but we will return. read more

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I had the chicken shawarma wrap, and the chicken was delicious and incredibly tender. I can't wait to go back and try the beef shawarma! The staff were friendly, and the restaurant was very clean. read more

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I'm very disappointed with this experience. I ordered the complimentary Gyro Pita through Yelp Elite, and I ordered the Beef Kebab Plate too that I paid $26. I was really excited to try it, but the meat tasted old, and there was a funky smell to it I ended up throwing all of it away after having one bite that I spit out too. My son ate the gyro, but he also said the meat tasted old and that it was just okay. Unfortunately, this visit did not meet our expectations, and I wish I hadn't gone. read more

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Service was super nice and helpful! Ordered their half chicken/half beef egg rolls and they were so bomb. Crispy, tangy, and flavorful! Price was also reasonable. Would come again just for the eggrolls read more

Shawarma House - Beef + Chicken Egg Rolls - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

I've never personally had shawarma before, but I gotta say, at least this place, serves BANGER shawarma, I got the beef shawarma and it was way bigger than I thought, it also looked very tasty, and yeah it didn't disappoint, I personally have a very Americanized taste palette, so when foreign food tastes good to me then it has to be doing something right, the lady there was very sweet too, and yeah overall there's always those gem local spots you find around the place, this is one of them! read more

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

We came here late on a Sunday night. I was afraid I would be too late to be served as they were closing in about 20 mins. However they still let me order. I got the falafel pita wrap as I don't eat meat so it was awesome they had some vegetarian options. Now I am not a big fan of Mediterranean food so I wasn't expecting much. When I got my wrap the first thing I noticed was how fresh it was. Everything was just made. This wrap was HUGE! I had to split it with my husband! The falafel was delicious, the veggies inside were fresh, and the pita was perfectly grilled. Its pretty small inside so I think most order to go, but you definitely can eat there as well. The owner (I'm assuming) was super kind, even gave me a free extra sauce to try. The woman and the front that took my order was ok, not the most enthusiastic but helped me decide what to get. The only thing I'd do different next time is order fries with it! Otherwise, it was perfect meal. If you're ever in the area I highly recommend trying this place out. Or if you're not and you're just craving some Mediterranean food, I definitely recommend coming here! Also perfect for vegetarian likes me:) read more

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Amazing food and service!!! So good The Greek burrito is perfect! Definitely will recommend this place !!!! read more

Shawarma House - Greek burrito is a 10/10 - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

The food is delicious and reasonably priced. The waiter is very friendly and helpful. The food came out quickly. The restaurant is small but not crowded and gives a very good beach town vibe. I ordered the combo plate and it's huge. I could not finish it. I think the best one is chicken shawarma but beef and gyro are also okay. read more

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Now I know why this place was rated so high ! Came here with my buddies after a swim right down the street from the beach. We started off with sharing appetizers Dolma (stuff grape leafs), beef egg rolls, and hummus. My favorite was the egg roll. My buddy got the kabob plate which was beef skewer. I had a piece and it was so tender and delicious. I got the beef shawarma wrap in a pita bread and it was solid ! My other buddy got the Greek burrito which was a chicken shawarma burrito, it was huge ! He loved it. The cashier was awesome in helping us choose our items! They even have beef on tap ! Definitely coming back here ! read more

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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

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 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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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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"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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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This food was incredible. I tried them at the Yelp art after dark and that was probably the best hummus I have ever had. I'd love to buy tubs of that even just to have on stock. The meat was delicious and the staff was so friendly! 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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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

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

Shawarma House - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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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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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

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

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

Loved the Shawarma egg rolls! Really good food here and the service was fast and friendly. Great environment by the beach. read more

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

We had take out. The food was delicious especially the chicken skewers. The falafel balls were huge and so tasty.