Pomegranate – Middle Eastern
Pomegranate invites guests into a vibrant, sun-drenched sanctuary where the air is perfumed with the scent of freshly baked dough and the earthy warmth of slow-simmered lobio. Tables are transformed into a kaleidoscope of color with jewel-toned beet salads and savory ikra, anchored by the centerpiece of molten, cheese-filled khachapuri that pulls apart in golden, buttery ribbons. It is a soulful destination where communal dining and ancient traditions meet, offering a rich tapestry of flavors that celebrate the heart of Georgian hospitality.
2312, El Cajon Boulevard +16192984007 http://pomegranatesd.com0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, high-protein, keto, low-carb, low-sodium, pescatarian, whole30, paleo, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, south-beach, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, atkins, tlc, alkaline, aip, volumetrics, renal, carnivore, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Salads and Appetizers
- Salad Sampler Platter - $20.5 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $11.5: Beets, spices, and herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobio - $11: Beans, walnuts, and cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carrot Salad - $11.5: Carrots and walnuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vesna Salad - $10.5: Fresh cabbage, berries, and herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Olivier - $12: Potatoes, boiled eggs, green peas, and carrots Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ikra - $12.5: Eggplant, tomatoes, herbs, onions, olive oil, and garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Georgian Garden Salad with Cheese - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Dumplings and Pies
- Adjaruli - $19.5: Cheese-filled bread boat with egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Imeruli Khachapuri - $20.5: Filled bread stuffed with melting cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khabidzgina Khachapuri - $21.5: Flatbread filled with cheese and potato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khinkali - $4.5: Georgian beef and pork soup dumplings (Minimum 4) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pelmeni - $16: Meat dumplings, yogurt-dill-garlic sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pierogies - $15: Potato-cheese dumplings with caramelized onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Borscht - $13: Beetroot cabbage soup with beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Borscht - $11.5: Beetroot cabbage soup with mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Golubtsi - $24: Cabbage rolls filled with ground meat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chakhokhbili - $22: Traditional Georgian dish of stewed chicken with fresh herbs Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kotleti - $20.5: Pan fried ground chicken patties Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Stroganoff - $26.5: Sauteed pieces of grass fed beef with sour cream sauce. Served with rotini pasta or mashed potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Stroganoff - $21: Creamy mushroom sauce, onions, garlic, mustard, white wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chakapuli - $25: Lamb, onions, tarragon, wine, and plum sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shashlik - Pork - $24: Skewered meat roasted over charcoal (Friday-Sunday only) Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shashlik - Chicken - $24: Skewered meat roasted over charcoal (Friday-Sunday only) Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shashlik - Lamb Chops: Skewered meat roasted over charcoal (Friday-Sunday only) Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides and Sauces
- Bread Basket - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ajika - $2.75: Red peppers, garlic, herbs, and spices
- Tkemali - $2: Georgian tart plum sauce
- Satsebeli - $2: Georgian tomato sauce
Desserts
- Babushka's Surprise - $10: Baked apple filled with dried fruits, walnuts, and honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Medovic - $13: Honey cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hot Babushka - $9: Ice cream with habanero-chocolate drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Restaurants near Pomegranate
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- Medina — Middle Eastern
- Leila — Middle Eastern
- The Kebab Shop — Middle Eastern
- Finjan Coffee Co. — Middle Eastern
- the kebab shop — Middle Eastern
- Chicken Over Rice Co. — Middle Eastern
- Sadaf Restaurant — Middle Eastern
- Shawarma Guys — Middle Eastern
- Amardeen Cafe — Middle Eastern
- Tahini — Middle Eastern
- OB Kebab — Middle Eastern
