San Diego Reader

millerowski Feb. 16, 2011 @ 5:43 p.m.

Three of us lunched at this restaurant located in the Vons square at the corner of El Cajon and College during the week of 2/7/11. You order at the counter, and your food is brought to you. My two friends each ordered vegetarian platters of different types and were very pleased with the quality of ingredients, preparation, and portions. I ordered lamb shish kabobs, and they came with hummus, pita, salad and pilaf--plenty of food (I couldn't finish it all.) I had specified medium-rare for the kabobs, but they came out well done. (It is hard to convince wait staff that you want your lamb rare.) Although overcooked, the lamb had been marinated in a spicy mix and had good flavor. The menu also offered several chicken and beef sandwiches and plates. The waiter (the manager?) was also willing to make substitutions to combo platters. Among the appetizers were the usual suspects: baba ganoush, hummus, tabouli, spanakopita, and so forth. They were fresh and zesty. Beverages included bottled and canned sodas, fountain sodas, iced tea.

Good value, friendly service, clean and bright surroundings.

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