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Aladdin Mediterranean Cafe

Middle Eastern cuisine

5420 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92117
United States
+1 858 573 0000

Feast on delicious Middle Eastern cuisine in a modest setting, with oak trim decor. Most of the menu items are specialties from Turkey, Lebanon and Egypt. However, this restaurant also offers traditional foods from Italy, France and other European regions. For an appetizer, try the Baba Ghanoush, a dip made of garlic and eggplant. Pita lovers will enjoy the Chicken Salad served with pita bread. Other customer favorites include Hummus and Shish Kebabs.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Armenian Cafe

Oceanfront view 3126 Carlsbad Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92008
United States
+1 760 720 2233
http://thearmeniancafe.com/ This popular restaurant serves Middle Eastern cuisine on an outdoor patio. Most guests opt to dine on the porch, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. On Friday and Saturday nights, enjoy live belly dancing entertainment. Belgian Waffles top the breakfast menu. For an elaborate breakfast, top your waffle with fruit, ice cream, whipped cream and syrup. Later in the day, consider the Spinach Bereg Platter. Phyllo dough is stuffed with spinach and cheese, then baked and served with rice pilaf and cucumber and yogurt dip.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Bandar

Fine Persian Cuisine 825 Fourth Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
United States
+1 619 238 0101
http://www.bandarrestaurant.com If you are in the mood for exotic fare without the fat or cholestrol, you will surely love this award-winning eatery. The restaurant specializes in charbroiled, fat-free dishes served with Basmati rice or saffron. An outstanding favorite entree is the juicy marinated Filet Mignon Shish Kabob. The lamb shank dishes are also popular. Vegetarian meals are available as well. Lunch specialties range between $5-10, while dinner entrees range from $9-30.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Mama's Bakery and Lebanese Deli

Excellent Middle Eastern baked goods 4237 Alabama Street
(One block south of El Cajon Blvd)
San Diego, CA 92104
United States
+1 619 688 0717 This little place continues to flourish year after year because of its great reputation by word of mouth. You will find kafta, falafel, zaatar, shawarma and various chicken dishes cooked to your highest standards here. Many people pick up one of these sandwiches on a weekly, if not daily basis. Though you will need to order your favorite items at the counter, there is a delightful little outdoor patio where you can enjoy your meal. No alcohol is served. Catering services are offered.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Photo: Susan Williams

Olive House Restaurant

Greek and Persian cuisine 3440 Del Lago Boulevard, Suite I
San Diego, CA 92029
United States
+1 760 739 7677 A low-key, casual atmosphere and attentive service make this restaurant a favorite among North County locals. The restaurant is particularly ideal for lunchtime, between business or leisure ventures. A patio dining area offers small wooden tables, which are located along the sidewalk of the shopping center. From the Persian section of the menu, try the Kabob Barg, which includes a marinated steak served with rice. Meanwhile, the Gyros Plate tops the Greek menu.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Sadaf

Exotic Persian Cuisine 828 Fifth Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
United States
+1 619 338 0008
http://www.sadafrestaurants.com The spicy aroma wafting out the door only hints at the delicious taste of the Persian food inside—and it is all the more enjoyable being low in fat and cholesterol. Here, the hands-down favorite is the Sadaf Special, which includes tender chunks of filet mignon, chicken and white fish on a bed of rice or saffron. The dinner prices are modest for the bustling Gaslamp location. It is an ideal spot for informal business or leisure dining.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Photo: shabizak