Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Kabob Lounge, Pita 22 and Amardeen Cafe, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 19 cheap dining experiences
Find cheap middle eastern restaurants in San Diego. Great middle eastern food that fits your budget.
San Diego's Cheap Middle Eastern Destinations
San Diego offers a vibrant array of affordable Middle Eastern gems that cater to every craving without breaking the bank. From the savory skewers at Kabob Lounge and Pamir Kabob House to the famous street food at Shawarma Guys, this collection highlights the city's diverse culinary landscape. You can also explore unique local favorites like Casa Gabriela for Mexican fare or Nomad Donuts for American treats, ensuring there is a budget-friendly experience for every palate. These accessible spots provide authentic flavors and hearty meals throughout the greater San Diego area.
20 restaurants in Best Cheap Middle Eastern Restaurants in San Diego | Cheap Middle Eastern Food
- Kabob Lounge · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Pita 22 · rated 5/5: Mediterranean.
- Amardeen Cafe · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Chicken Over Rice Co. · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Shawarma Guys · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- The Kebab Shop · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Wild Thyme Bar & Grill · rated 4/5: American.
- Casa Gabriela · rated 3/5: Mexican.
- Finjan Coffee Co. · rated 3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Nomad Donuts · rated 3/5: American.
- Shawarma Guys · rated 3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Hongyuan Kebab: Chinese.
- Pomegranate: Middle Eastern.
- Aladdin: Middle Eastern.
- The Kebab Shop: Middle Eastern.
- Pamir Kabob House: Middle Eastern.
- The Grill at Vine Ripe: American.
- Baba Kabob Poway: Middle Eastern.
- Happy Time Mediterranean Restaurant: Mediterranean.
- Wagyu Shawarma Grill: Middle Eastern.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
