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: high-protein, nut-free, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, vegan, keto, sugar-free, pescatarian, diabetic, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, raw-food, carnivore, aip, slow-carb, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, pegan, candida, macrobiotic
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: Vegetarian, Volumetrics
- Beet Salad - $11.5: Beets, spices, and herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- Lobio - $11: Beans, walnuts, and cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Carrot Salad - $11.5: Carrots and walnuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Vesna Salad - $10.5: Fresh cabbage, berries, and herbs Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Olivier - $12: Potatoes, boiled eggs, green peas, and carrots Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Ikra - $12.5: Eggplant, tomatoes, herbs, onions, olive oil, and garlic Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Georgian Garden Salad with Cheese - $12 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Dumplings and Pies
- Adjaruli - $19.5: Cheese-filled bread boat with egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Imeruli Khachapuri - $20.5: Filled bread stuffed with melting cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Khabidzgina Khachapuri - $21.5: Flatbread filled with cheese and potato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Khinkali - $4.5: Georgian beef and pork soup dumplings (Minimum 4) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pelmeni - $16: Meat dumplings, yogurt-dill-garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pierogies - $15: Potato-cheese dumplings with caramelized onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Soups
- Borscht - $13: Beetroot cabbage soup with beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Vegan Borscht - $11.5: Beetroot cabbage soup with mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
Main Courses
- Golubtsi - $24: Cabbage rolls filled with ground meat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chakhokhbili - $22: Traditional Georgian dish of stewed chicken with fresh herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb
- Kotleti - $20.5: Pan fried ground chicken patties Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Candida
- Beef Stroganoff - $26.5: Sauteed pieces of grass fed beef with sour cream sauce. Served with rotini pasta or mashed potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Vegetarian Stroganoff - $21: Creamy mushroom sauce, onions, garlic, mustard, white wine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chakapuli - $25: Lamb, onions, tarragon, wine, and plum sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Lectin-Free
- Shashlik - Pork - $24: Skewered meat roasted over charcoal (Friday-Sunday only) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Shashlik - Chicken - $24: Skewered meat roasted over charcoal (Friday-Sunday only) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Shashlik - Lamb Chops: Skewered meat roasted over charcoal (Friday-Sunday only) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
Sides and Sauces
- Bread Basket - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Medovic - $13: Honey cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Hot Babushka - $9: Ice cream with habanero-chocolate drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian