Really love the food here. We've gone 3 times in the last 2 weeks. My favorite is the grill combo. I request garlic aioli and tzatziki sauce to elevate the flavors. My significant other loves the Cali Shawarma wrap. Portions are huge, service is great. Same team always working. I love that it is connected to the grocery store, so we can browse when waiting for our food to be made fresh. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is very casual.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Vine Ripe Grill in La Mesa is truly a GEM!! The food is absolutely phenomenal--every dish is flavorful, beautifully presented, and smells incredible the moment it hits the table! You can really taste the care and quality in every bite. What makes this place even more special is the outstanding service, especially from Violet. She is warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in making sure every guest has a great experience. She takes the time to help with ordering, makes thoughtful recommendations, and goes above and beyond to make you feel welcomed and cared for. You can tell she loves what she does, and it shows in the way she treats every customer! My husband & I love coming here--it has become our absolute favorite spot! Everything about Vine Ripe makes your stomach (and your heart!) smile. The way they treat you makes you want to keep coming back again and again. This is officially my forever go-to spot! read more

Another great experience at The Grill at Vine Ripe. The staff is so welcoming and friendly. They treat us like family. The food is consistent, fresh, hot, and delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean and comfortable seating area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Fast service. They have a new ice cream scoop case. We tried the coconut and the cookies flavors. Both were really good. read more

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SO FRESH! Went and was decently surprised. I love Mediterranean food, I love food from all over the Middle East and this was so fresh. The appetizers and dips are huge so be prepared. I got the Greek salad with chicken and the Taboulli. read more

So happy we stumbled upon this gem. Everything we ordered was delicious, the beef shawarma was perfectly seasoned and the chicken tikka was so juicy. Beyond the food, the staff took wonderful care of us. A solid 5/5 experience. read more

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The Greek salad is amazing. You get such a great amount which was very unexpected. Service was really nice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's at a great location and I enjoyed sitting outdoors.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's a great experience for my first visit at the grill. read more

Violet was so nice, she made my day! The Grill Combo is fantastic, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]this restaurant is clean and has a cute Mediterranean vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But Violet was the star. She brought the sunshine on a cloudy day read more

Fantastic and plentiful food. Very friendly staff. They used to have a pickle bar which some people abused and they had to take out. Was disappointed but food was as flavorful and generous as always. My whole family ordered the gyros plate which had a massive portion of meat and veggies. Family meals here will last our family for several meals. read more

Great market that's well priced. A fabulous restaurant is attached - a little pricy but what isn't these days. Looks like we may come here going forward for most of our needs instead of sprouts. read more

Delicious! Haven't been back here since I moved after high school and it's still just as delicious. Great service and amazing food as always. Can't wait to come back again. read more

This place is a hidden gem. Everyone here is so kind and generous. And the food OMG soooooooooo delicious!!! read more

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As a family, we have a high standard for courteous service, and this restaurant hit the mark. My wife, daughter, and I experienced exceptional attention throughout--the staff made us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. The food left us speechless and regretful we didn't order more: very flavorful, beautifully presented, and memorable. The service was as exceptional as the food was delicious. The restaurant's patriarch--a highly respectful man--put effort and pride into the food, which could be tasted in every bite, and that same care was shown in his treatment of my family and me - especially the ever-thankful gesture of a lollipop for my daughter that made her so happy. We're already looking forward to returning and experiencing that warmth again. What a wonderful experience. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]First time here and I loved it! A+ all around, from the food to the clean establishment with outdoor seating to the friendly staff.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The portions are very generous and reasonably priced, I got the Cali Shawarma wrap and was barely able to finish half. It was very flavorful and perfectly seasoned. Will definitely be coming back to try other items on the menu - everything looked delicious! read more

The Grill at Vine Ripe - Cali Shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - La Mesa, California

The beef kabobs are just so good. Juicy and well seasoned and the plate that comes with rice, cucumber salad, hummus and pita for $16.95. The chefs and workers here are the best. Great service, quick and easy. They also offer party trays, bowls and lots of items. [[HIGHLIGHT]]A takeout staple for me but they have seating on the patio too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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This is hands down the most delicious shashlyk and lula in San Diego! I've been searching for something that feels like "home" for so long and couldn't find it anywhere -- and finally I did. 10/10. Absolutely obsessed! read more

The Grill at Vine Ripe - Mediterranean Near Me - La Mesa, California

The other night I was craving mediterranean food sooo bad, and I almost went with one of my original favorites until The Grill at Vine Ripe randomly popped up on my door dash app . I used to eat here all the time and wondered why I haven't been back in awhile --so I went with my gut and placed the door dash order and THANK GOODNESS I did because my dinner was LIT that night . First off, the presentation of my door dashed order was beautiful . Im sure it arrived on time because of my dasher, but also-- everything was placed where it needed to be in the to-go boxes, it was hot and fresh, and I was drooling as I took photos lol . Here's what I ordered: GRILL COMBO PLATE: Perfect for indecisive people like me lol . It comes with beef shawarma, chicken, and beef kabob . Chicken was charred smokey and sooo juicy-- I ALMOST wish I had just ordered a chicken plate because I loved it so much, but the beef shawarma and beef kabob was just as delicious . The beef kabob was also a favorite bite-- so moist and well seasoned . Beef shawarma was flavorful and zesty-- totally would eat this up alone too . So grill combo plate was perfect for me as I got to sample a little bit of everything . My daughter ordered the BEEF SHAWARMA PLATE which essentially is the same as mine, except its with only beef shawarma-- she really enjoyed her plate as well . Oh and we also got a side of fries for my son, who devoured the entire box ! I love that the pitas were fresh and not hard at all . The rice was fluffy and seasoned perfectly . The cucumber salad is such a refreshing bite . The hummus was tasty . The garlic feta sauce is to die for . The tzatziki tasted so authentic . Overall, I no longer will be forgetting about The Grill at Vine Ripe-- seriously, one of the most delicious and homestyle Mediterranean food you can get in San Diego . I need to be back soon to do a review based on a dine-in experience !! read more

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Absolutely delicious!!! We ordered the chicken shawarma plate which came with rice and hummus, the portions were big enough for the two of us to share for lunch. Everything was absolutely delicious!! Even the pita bread was tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The small restaurant has several outdoor seating and a few inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You order at the counter and place the number at your table. They seem to offer weekday specials but the price is reasonable for the quality of their food and the portions are nice. They are attached to the Vine Ripe super market, it seems to be a middle eastern market - their bakery section looked amazing! Easy free parking in their lot. read more

I got uber eats from here and its pretty legit. I got the chicken tikka plate, the gyro plate, and the falafel plate. Everything was tasty. The chicken was flavorful and cooked well, the gyro was good. The cucumber tomatoe salad was refreshing but needed a little salt or olive oil. The hummus was good. The falafel were ok, cooked well but could be more flavorful. I like that the plates come with everything (salad, rice, hummus, protein, pita). It wasn't explicit but each plate comes with a piece of pita. I would definitely order from here again. read more

OMGOODNESS!! This place is AMAZING!!! We started shopping at the grocery store attached a few years ago. Back then, they had a grill in front of the store and cooked. The smells would make a full person hungry!! Fast forward in time, they now have a grill/restaurant attached! They now offer more of a variety of menu items! All their meats are flavorful. Halal meats. We've had their chicken, beef, ground beef, hummus, baba ghanoush, wraps, and more. All of our orders have been to go. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have outdoor seating. It's covered so you're out of the sun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They seem to do a lot of to go orders. Overall, we've had great consistency orders. The lady who took our order answered lots of our questions with patience. She brought our food packed with napkins, utensils, and sauces. We didn't have to ask. That's service! Ample parking as well. read more

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service is great and food is generally good. Not restaurant quality but close. I recommend this place for a quick lunch and then buy groceries next door with very reasonable prices. read more

Everything we've tried here has been great. The chicken tikka is tender and yummy, and even the rice is extremely tasty. My husband likes their salmon and lamb chops. We recently tried the gyros and it's some of the best I've ever tasted. My only complaint is that they failed to include the lamb chops in their online menu so if I want to order it I have to call, which I'm sure annoys Steve, the super nice guy who always seems to be working there. It looks like the same team is always there, taking orders and cranking out delicious meals. So make it easier for everyone and include your full menu in the ordering apps. read more

Their philly cheesesteak was REALLY good! May not be the most authentic but taste wise it is mind blowing

Yummy chicken shawarma wrap! Tasty sauces. Shared an appetizer sampler and I highly recommend. Came with very parsley filled tabouli (great stuffed into each bite of the wrap), Hummus, baba ganush, cucumber salad and little pita crisps. Each was delicious. Recommend ordering a pita to go with it. Wrapped very well to go. read more

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This place is amazing. The service is great. The guy who runs it is such a kind gentleman. I go there with My Dad often and he always remembers us and he's always so kind. The food is also very delicious. Highly recommend. read more

Great Quality, Great Price, Great Value Staff is friendly, food is good, grocery is cheap. I can't find a reason to not come to this spot!! At this point I am a regular at both the Vine Ripe grocery store and The Grill. I always make it a point to stop by here after my weekly trips to Costco to check out what meats are on sale at the butcher counter and also to maybe treat myself to one of their delicious and filling Shawarma Bowls. In my most recent visit I was looking for something a bit lighter on the calories but was hesitant to order a salad since they seemed to lack protein content. Upon a recommendation from Yousif, one of the friendly line cooks here that I've become acquainted with, I ordered an Apple and Walnut Salad with some of the Chicken Shawarma meat on top. I can't help but say I am thoroughly pleased with this dish. It came out to around $18 but I ended up splitting this into two meals which is quite a feat because I usually finish meals all in one sitting. Although it sounds a bit different, the apple and walnuts added such a nice crunch and snap to the salad which often lack a hefty substance. The Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing perfectly complemented the apples as it added another hint of fruity sweetness to the salad. The chicken meat also had an awesome hint of char from the rotisserie and was extremely juicy from the slow cooking process. This would honestly be a perfect post workout meal since it covers every macronutrient and most micronutrients while keeping total calorie consumption low and protein intake high. I can't wait to come back and try the other items on the menu as I have been here over a dozen times and have yet to be disappointed. The shop gives a nice fast casual dining experience as it's just a tiny little kitchen with a couple tables but they also have a shaded outdoor patio that has half a dozen tables with many seats if you plan on coming with more friends. They also have a mini salad bar where they offer complementary veggies and sauces and I usually load my bowls up with banana peppers and tzatziki sauce. read more

The Grill at Vine Ripe - Apple & Walnut Salad (With Chicken) topped with Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing - Mediterranean Near Me - La Mesa, California

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I discovered this spot with my best friend awhile ago, but recently came back with my family for dinner. I always get the same thing -- a Cali shawarma wrap which is: beef shawarma, crispy fries, guacamole, cheese & house sauce in a wrap (taken from their site). This wrap was so flavorful and filling with the beef shawarma cooked just right. The hot sauce that comes with this is also really good! I also like to add a little of their garlic aioli as well. The interior of the place is simple, but clean. You walk in, order, they give you a number, and you can seat yourself. There are a few indoor seating, but it's predominantly outdoor, but covered seating. There is a sauce bar inside with some pickled veggies for you to help yourself to. I also like that you can access their grocery store easily through the restaurant and I especially love that you can buy their sauces to take home if you wanted to. The last thing I wanted to add is that I feel like they price their menu fairly which I appreciate. I can't wait to go back and get my usual, and possibly try something else lol. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Amazing amazing place![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Team is super nice and friendly. The food is so fresh, flavorful, and delish. Best part it's halal. Great portions, the hummus is a must. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Super clean and welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I have been ordering the same meal from here for years. Until today, it was always wonderful. Today, i got the same chicken tikka plate as always, only they wouldn't give me any garlic paste with it. They want to charge for each little, teeny portion you want. They gave me mayonaise!!!! I have mayo at home, thank you, NO! When I got it home and tried to eat it, the hummus taste like water, it was white and runny! The tabouleh was stale and very, very dry - even with that tiny bit of dressing. They have totally gone downhill. read more

This place is next time to a grocery store and it's a hidden gem! The staff is really nice and seemed like cool people. Friendly when you walk through the door and were dancing to music. The food was mouthwatering. I ordered the grill combo to try everything since it comes with the beef kabob, chicken tikka, and beef shawarma. The rice was flavorful and I fully enjoyable the salad and hummus. Great spot if you're ever in town! read more

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I've been going here for years! I love the chicken tikka and the 3 person tray, it's perfect for my little family! I really enjoy the customer service here, Violet the cashier and Yousif the cashier, are always very helpful and brighten the whole place up, I feel like I've known them forever! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere here is light and very clean, I appreciate cleanliness, good food and perfect customer service![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Thank you to the mangers who always take care of that read more

The Grill at Vine Ripe - Mediterranean Near Me - La Mesa, California

I stumbled upon The Grill after shopping at Vine Ripe for the first time for some walnuts and dates. I was surprised by the menu. I thought I try their Lahm Bi Ajeen Kabob hoping it was like the German/Turkish style back home that I am used to and to my surprise it had the perfect balance of vegetables complimenting the beef. Whomever is the chef got it spot on! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I sat at the patio with a nice breeze waiting for my dish until this stunning young lady came up to me with my meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I asked if she was an Angel and she replied no, but my name is Violet and pleasantly smiled back and asked if there was anything else. I forgot to order my drink, so I asked for a water and she was more than happy to get me one. I had a memorable experience with the authentic food and my wonderful server. read more

Good food a bit pricey for what it is but overall great flavors the salads are alway fresh and the meat well seasoned

Returning customer here! My sister and I decided to dine in while we were waiting, even though we initially ordered to-go. We got the chicken and beef shawarma wraps, and they quickly set us up with plates and to-go containers without missing a beat. The staff is super attentive and efficient, which I really appreciate. Their ability to accommodate and still provide a great dining experience always leaves a great impression. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is great, it's always clean, and there's plenty of seating -- plus heaters outside if you choose to dine outdoors.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Always expect exceptional service when you come here -- 10/10! read more

This place is a little shop attached to the shopping store. They have amazing service, friendly staff and very efficient. I usually order take out, however, they have plenty of indoor and outdoor but covered seating available . Their food is delicious and big portions for reasonable price. The guys that work the grill always offer garlic sauce, and are very attentive I do recommend them- read more

Very good wraps & gyros! Authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Sauces & condiment bar is very very good, could honestly get lost in the sauce. The cucumber salad is very fresh, crisp, and refreshing. It's nice to be able to support a small, local, and authentic business - rather than a chain. Overall, give them a try! read more

I had the beef shawarma but it wasn't very good. The man making the shawarma was sweating and wiping his sweat with the back of his hand. Can you guess what I tasted in the shawarma? It was either the cow's sweat or the guy's sweat. I thought it was maybe just in my head but when I brought a shawarma to my roommate he said that he didn't like the shawarma because it tasted like SWEAT! read more

I really really liked this place. It's kind of combined with a supermarket, but they do have outdoor seating only. You order upfront and then they bring your food to your table or you can take it to go. They sometimes have specials on the day of the week. The only thing I would say as a personal thing is the mayo, garlic aïoli wasn't to my liking. Other than that, everything was so delicious. read more

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Was ordering food for my parents as they enjoy Mediterranean food. I ordered through Yelp and the food was packed and ready to go as soon as I arrived. I ordered a bowl but it was not my favorite. I wish it had cucumbers instead of pickles and I love pickles. The pita and hummus were good and so was the baba ganoush. I think if I ordered something else I would've been more satisfied. read more

This place is phenomenal! If you are in need of authentic Mediterranean look no further. It is my wife's go to, and I pretty much visit every week. The beef kabob plate is solid and I am a huge fan of their shawarma fries. Their ingredients are always fresh and extremely flavorful. The staff is super friendly and care enough to remember my name, who I am, even though I usually just order carry out every time. Go support this business immediately! read more

This place knocked my socks off !!! I went there bought som items and then hit the grill !! We were greeted by Violet which made the experience even better. She made sure our table was clean, made a lot of recommendations. So kind and helpful.The food was so delicious. Better than most of my favorite spots in El Cajon. Thank you Grill at Vine Ripe and Violet for giving my wife and I a great experience !!! read more