Vegan Restaurant

Fairouz Cafe & Gallery

0 (0 reviews) · $$$$ · sanDiego · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
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Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.

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There are many colorful artwork pieces to admire while you wait for your food, as well as lovely poems to read at the table. The kind gentleman/artist/owner, apparently wasn't working, as my sister had met him on previous visits. But his wife (I think) who was running the front of the house as well as the kitchen, was so beautiful, warm and charming. She made us feel like we were her favorite regulars 🥰 She chatted and joked with us, and even gave us free lemon chicken soup, which was delicious! We really felt like guests in her home. Even though there was only one other table in the cafe, there was such a great energy, the restaurant felt full of comfort and love. But on to the dolmas!!! Guys, I have never, ever had more delicious dolmas in my life! They were hot, soft and full of the most delicious rice and meat, lots of meat that you can actually taste. They were far from the overly lemony grape leaves that were stuffed with rice and tiny Itty bitty pieces of beef. I can never eat dolmas from anywhere else! My sister and I both got hugs from the lovely owner before we left 🥰 Unforgettable experience!

There are many colorful artwork pieces to admire while you wait for your food, as well as lovely poems to read at the table. The kind gentleman/artist/owner, apparently wasn't working, as my sister had met him on previous visits. But his wife (I think) who was running the front of the house as well as the kitchen, was so beautiful, warm and charming. She made us feel like we were her favorite regulars 🥰 She chatted and joked with us, and even gave us free lemon chicken soup, which was delicious! We really felt like guests in her home. Even though there was only one other table in the cafe, there was such a great energy, the restaurant felt full of comfort and love. But on to the dolmas!!! Guys, I have never, ever had more delicious dolmas in my life! They were hot, soft and full of the most delicious rice and meat, lots of meat that you can actually taste. They were far from the overly lemony grape leaves that were stuffed with rice and tiny Itty bitty pieces of beef. I can never eat dolmas from anywhere else! My sister and I both got hugs from the lovely owner before we left 🥰 Unforgettable experience!

Stopped in for the first time to get some lunch. The owner greeted me warmly and was quite helpful. The atmosphere was pleasant and comfortable. The gyro sandwich was tasty and the prices were moderate. I intend to visit again for dinner when I have a chance, and recommend this place.

Stopped in for the first time to get some lunch. The owner greeted me warmly and was quite helpful. The atmosphere was pleasant and comfortable. The gyro sandwich was tasty and the prices were moderate. I intend to visit again for dinner when I have a chance, and recommend this place.

Warmth of a mother’s home cooked meal. Mansaf came with soup and both were amazing. The lemonade was refreshing, got a second glass. The atmosphere was colorful and relaxing. The waiter and owner were very kind and attentive. Definitely recommend.