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    The Kebab Shop

    4.4 (362 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Chicken kebab plate!
    Frankie M.

    Kebab shop is one of our all time favorite Mediterranean food spots in San Diego! I come here for lunch at least 2X per month. Service is quick! Staff are friendly! And the food is rich in flavor! As soon as you walk in you are met with the smoky aroma of their tender kebabs and shawarma! Each meal is made-to-order, from vibrant vegan dishes to hearty carnivore favorites, ensuring freshness and flavor in every bite. Also, make sure to sign up for their rewards program. The more points you earn, the more freebies you get!

    San Diego wrap with sirloin steak
    Daniela A.

    I've been to other locations and it's safe to say they maintain the standard across all locations!! Came in on a Sunday for lunch and was so excited to eat but I wanted something healthy. We walked in and only waited about 2 minutes in line. The inside had plenty of seating with really nice wall art and photos everywhere. The woman working there took our order and was very patient as we asked questions. She was very kind when she gave me the code to the bathroom too. We ordered a Grains bowl with mixed meats, both chicken and lamb, saffron rice and added romaine lettuce. We also ordered the San Diego wrap and added grilled sirloin steak to it. The grain bowl was so balanced, I added the dill yogurt sauce and the Jalapeño sauce to my bowl which just brought all the flavors together so perfectly. The saffron rice was cooked perfectly also with great flavors the lettuce was crisp, and the red cabbage slaw, picked onions and tomato and cucumber just gave every bite such a fresh taste! It was a perfect meal! The San Diego wrap was well toasted, the fries inside were fresh and the grilled sirloin steak had a nice smokey taste that gave such an authentic flavor to the entire wrap! Overall, just great place! One of my go too's especially when I want to eat clean or show my friends a new spot! I will definitely be back!

    Valerie M.

    Food was brought out so quickly. It was deliciously made. The service was amazing. I had a kiddo with disabilities & Carolina was extremely understanding and kind to us. Thank you for the patience & for the service. Truly thankful for people like you

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    Eid F.

    A little pricey for portion size but tasted great. One single piece of Beef Kofta +2 sides came out to ~$20 (w/o a drink or tip). The place was very clean and had plenty of indoor seating (also a few seats outside). Service was fast and friendly. Parking lot is always busy but never had an issue finding a spot. Trolley stop is in the same lot. I took my order to go, glad I grabbed a few sauces from the "sauce bar". They added needed flavor to the dish. The rice and falafel sides wouldn't have been as good with them. Only reason I wouldn't go back is due to portion size vs price.

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    Fumie W.

    AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING. honestly you could share just one kebab between two people! it's huge and long. i recommend trying the yogurt dill it's soo good. they have other sauces too but it gets spicier. i'm always satisfied with my experince here, happy with price, parking is easy. just a happy customer whenever i eat here

    Katherine K.

    While I still love this place, I think this was the worst experience I've had at any of their locations. My guy and I split a Chicken plate with Chickpea Salad and Jalapeno Hummus. The hummus was the only enjoyable part of the meal. while the chicken was dry and the chickpea salad had zero flavor to it. It was very disappointing because the chickpea salad has always been my favorite part and one of the main reasons I enjoy eating at Kebab Shop. I'm going to stick to the other locations from now on.

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    Jay B.

    Came out of a movie and looking for something not to crazy. Ordered the San Diego wrap and it was delicious. It makes me remember to come here more often. They have a few a few stores across San Diego. It was fairly clean and inside and inviting. The man taking my order was nice and polite. Bought it to go. Oh don't forget a few packs of the white sauce. It's so good. I got 2 but probably should have got 3

    Alan S.

    Oof big miss here basically wanted to come here because again the kids love this place. It's usually a solid spot. We order catering from the Kebab Shop here on via La Jolla and we also do family dinners here pretty frequently. What happened was when I bit into my chicken kebab wrap I bit into this hard thorn like stick that pretty much stabbed me. Please see the picture and when I brought it up to the staff, they were explaining it as a piece of charcoal, but I said that this was much harder than charcoal felt like plastic, and it was very long and inside my food wrap. I don't know what to do from here. I still have the piece and I am just surprised that they were explaining the item to me has just charcoal and it was fine. If it was just charcoal, it would easily break, but this was as hard as a piece of plastic. They did do a quick apology and said they would remake my wrap. Yelpers please check your food here.

    Chicken shwarma wraps
    Jaine D.

    It was gross. That's all I can say. Too much of the wrap, which was not good and the chicken inside was also not great. If you're from LA and you're expecting Zankou quality ingredients this ain't it. I couldn't even finish what I order. Maybe, if there was a world where I was just super wasted AND stoned to the bone, it *might* be decent. But 0/10 for food. Place was clean tough and the service was sufficient.

    Mary Jane C.

    We got the San Diego and it was delicious! I love that we get the option to get our own yogurt and hot sauce! The flavor ws amazing. I got the grilled chicken in mine! So good! So big! The customer service was top notch!

    Chicken plate with saffron rice and Greek salad.
    Gada F.

    The food is good or average and but pricy for the amount of food. The dips and garlic yogurt amplifies the flavors. The Greek salad was amazing with tons of toppings. Highly recommend the salads.

    Burned chicken
    Vera Z.

    We order some takeout, food is burned. Believe me, it's not a simple over-cooked, it's BURNED. Not recommended.

    Johnny this is the man amazing service
    Adnan F.

    Johnny where can I start about telling this company how blessed they are to have you. I called the phone line and call was cutting in n out. Called me on my personal number and got my order taken over the phone . Ordered 5 wraps and a chicken rice plate with a side of fries. The vibe was definitely right and very relaxing place to eat dinner with the family . I'm a fan for life for the kebab shop

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    Brianna at checkout is amazing. She always is so friendly and makes sure to welcome us inside. Great place to stop for lunch!

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    I had the truffle plate with saffron rice, grilled veggies, steak & falafel. Tzatziki with pita chips. It was so tasty.

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    Micheline's Pita House La Jolla - Pita Sandwich

    Micheline's Pita House La Jolla

    4.4(914 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$
    Vegetarian friendly
    Grab-and-go

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

    Quite honestly do not know what the good reviews are about. I'd give this place a 1.5/5. Cheap…read moreand dry kebabs, cheating us on the amount of rice (we ordered extra chicken and they skimped out on the rice rather than just placing it in a different container), the pita was tough and soggy... and the falafel was dense. The only good thing here was the hummus. Waste of $70. As I was writing the review, I noticed blonde hair in my food. So disgusting. Never again.

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    Nick The Greek

    Nick The Greek

    3.6(62 reviews)
    4.4 miMira Mesa
    $$

    I was in the area last week and saw this restaurant had opened. My co-worker and I were looking…read morefor something to eat and decided to head over. I ordered the lamb/beef gyro sandwich with Nick's fries and a drink. The lady taking my order was very nice. The owner greeted us and asked if we worked in the area. We told him we worked in Kearny Mesa and he said the Balboa location should be open next month. They opened 3 locations so far in the last 3 months and that will be their 4th. That will definitely be much closer. The food was good. Not the best gyro I've had but it was full of meat. The Nick's fries were OK, I probably wouldn't get them again. The price was fair for what I received so I would have no problem visiting again. It will be nice when the Balboa location opens so I won't have to go as far at lunch. I will definitely be back to try more.

    I've been eating Greek food my entire life, but this fast casual restaurant absolutely made me say…read more"Opa!" The portions are large, everything is seasoned to perfection, the salads are fresh, and the tzatziki was phenomenal. The Gyros Sandwich was full of lamb meat, and the Greek Salad was huge. The fresh vegetables and garnishings were plentiful. Nick's Fries consisted of natural cut french fries topped with Spicy Tzaziki sauce. These 3 dishes each complimented one another and made for a wonderful meal. Where has Nick The Greek been my whole life? It's like Daphne's on steroids! A combination of a Mom & Pop Greek place with modern fast casual "have it your way"... I think I just found my newest go to for Greek food!

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    Panini Kabob Grill

    Panini Kabob Grill

    3.9(168 reviews)
    1.1 miUniversity City
    $$
    Healthy dining
    Grab-and-go

    Yummy! This place rocks, its convenient location on the end of UTC mall means it's never too busy…read more The food is delicious and the chicken kabobs taste so authentic. Definitely feel grateful to experience the food there

    Hands down one of the worst restaurants I have ever eaten at. Yesterday I went here for an early…read moredinner date with my wife around 3pm. This was the only thing I had eaten the entire day, since I have been fasting. I was very happy to eat food because I had been to one other Panini kebab location and they were great. I ordered two beef kebab, along with a Greek salad as a replacement for rice. Upon getting the beef kebabs. The meat was dry and the salad was overdressed to the point of almost being un edible. I started to eat the food since I was starving and did not want to wait another 30 minutes for what should've taken 10 minutes to make. I finished my meal and paid and then not even 10 minutes later I started to feel sick. I just thought since it was a lot of food maybe since I hadn't eaten all day it was from digesting every thing; but almost 3 hours later things kept getting worse, and I started to feel really really bad. I had to call off work and I went straight home. I was throwing up for almost 3 to 4 hours I didn't have it in me to call the restaurant and ask for a refund that night so I waited until the next morning. Luckily, I got a few hours of sleep while throwing up for almost the entire night. I called the restaurant around 11:30 AM. The next day the manager I spoke to was extremely inconsiderate, unhelpful, and also rude. The manager said "we follow strict procedures and guidelines so no one gets sick from the food". I later checked the reviews for this restaurant and it turns out I was not the only person that got sick from the UTC Panini kebab grill almost all of the one star reviews are from people getting food, sickness, or the food taking an extremely long amount of time I don't know why the food took almost 30 minutes to make when we were quite literally the only customers in there at this time. This restaurant deserves to be shut down and deserves no business from anyone that comes to the UTC mall, there are much better locations with sanitary and good food for at the same price. This restaurant really needs to rethink their sanitation and cooking processes because the manager consistently told me that the meat was not the issue. I told him "maybe the issue was the salad". Or maybe the "issue was the server that brought it to me". I don't know what the issue was but also I shouldn't be lectured about the entire process that it takes to get the food to me. Especially when the food was far from sanitary and even the next day I still feel sick almost 24 hours later. The managers were no help and were unable to offer me a refund on cheap food that was barely edible. If you are a manager please don't respond to this, you were unable to help over the phone so I don't want a lousy reply on yelp. Please do not eat here 2/2/26 Go to Mr Shawarma in San Marcos, Downtown or Pacific Beach. They are a real family owned business and have sanitary and quality food.

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    Aladdin Cafe - Baklava

    Aladdin Cafe

    4.3(2k reviews)
    3.9 miClairemont
    $$

    An absolute standout, elevated by exceptional service and unforgettable flavors…read more From the moment we sat down, Ivis set the tone for the entire evening. As first-time diners, we really appreciated how knowledgeable and intentional his recommendations were!! Everything he suggested was spot on. His attentiveness was seamless (never overbearing, always present), and he made the experience feel curated rather than routine. Now let's talk about the food... wow. Every dish came out fresh, beautifully prepared, and packed with flavor. You can truly taste the authenticity and care in each bite. It's one of those menus where everything sounds so good, you're immediately planning your next visit before you've even finished your meal. The ambiance makes it versatile enough for anything, whether it's an intimate date night or a lively group dinner, it executes both effortlessly. Safe to say, we've found a new favorite. We'll absolutely be back... and next time, we're ordering even more!

    We arrived at 5:30PM on a Friday without reservation but we got a table shortly. The restaurant is…read morelocated small strip mall which has limited parking. Service was warm, fast, and efficient. Food: large portion, flavorful, healthy, delicious. Our favorite: the mixed grill lamb chops, chicken, and different kebabs. The garlic sauce compliments the meats well. We can't get enough of it. Arabic salad was refreshing and light with lemon and extra virgin olive oil dressing.

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    CAVA

    CAVA

    4.2(792 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Overview: long waits but worth it, Mediterranean chipotle, affordable…read more ---- There can be long waits but it moves relatively fast. Chipotle style set-up where you customize the proteins, dips, toppings, and sauces to your own tastes. My go-to order is: SuperGreens, Saffron Basmati Rice, Harissa, Tzatziki, Crazy Feta, Grilled Chicken, Fire Roasted Corn, Pickled Onions, Tomato + Onion, Fiery Broccoli, Tomato + Cucumber, Salt-Brined Pickles, Crumbled Feta, Persian Cucumber, Kalamata Olives, Skhug, Balsamic Date Vinaigrette, Free Side Pita There's different options of a bowl or pita that are customizable or you can also choose pre-set creations that are chef-curated. ---- The ambiance isn't anything special, but there's a lot of seating available inside and plenty of parking that's shared with other places in the plaza. It can get busy even late at night, we arrived at 9:30ish and there were around 10 people in line ahead of us. Despite the wait, the quality and variety of food, as well as its affordability is worth it. ---- Overall: if you want a nice, affordable Mediterranean meal with many customizable components check this place out; a great bang for your buck especially with the restaurant prices in San Diego

    I've recently become obsessed with CAVA, easily the most popular Mediterranean healthy fast-casual…read morespot in San Diego. It's famous for build-your-own bowls and wraps--everything is fresh, light, low in fat, perfect for fat loss, light meals or a quick bite. I'm usually pretty lazy, so sometimes I just go with their pre-set combinations, mostly salmon or beef options. Their house pairings are already incredibly flavorful. If you want to customize your own order: start with a base (rice / quinoa / salad), add your protein (salmon / beef / lamb / chicken), then pick dips, toppings and dressings. Over 30 ingredients for you to mix and match freely! It's a must-go if you're watching your figure--low fat, low sugar, barely any deep-fried food. All sauces are homemade too. Highly recommend hummus, tzatziki and harissa. Prices are very reasonable: $15-$22, cheaper than salad spots of the same quality, and with bigger portions. Here are some of their most popular combinations: * Harissa Avocado Bowl (Most Popular) Honey harissa spicy chicken + avocado + feta cheese + roasted corn + saffron rice + spicy vinaigrette. Savory, spicy and creamy with amazing layers of flavor. * Chicken + Rice Bowl (Classic Go-To) Grilled chicken + brown rice + hummus + tzatziki + pickled onions + Greek vinaigrette. Light, filling and never boring. * Spicy Greens Bowl (Top Vegetarian Pick) Falafel + spicy broccoli + roasted red pepper hummus + feta cheese. Full of flavor even for plant-based eaters. * Pita Wrap Pick meat or vegetarian filling, plus sauces and veggies. The pita is soft and chewy with generous fillings -- portable and absolutely delicious .

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