Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine – Mediterranean
The air at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine is thick with the savory perfume of charbroiled kabobs and the delicate, floral scent of saffron-infused basmati rice. Guests feast on tender lamb shanks that melt into beds of dill-flecked Baghali Polo, while masterfully grilled skewers of Koobideh and buttery Barg kabob showcase a deep reverence for traditional Persian flavors. This inviting retreat offers a soulful dining experience where every plate captures the warmth and richness of authentic Mediterranean hospitality.
5915, Balboa Avenue, 92111 +18582787770 https://www.sufisd.com/0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
Dairy-Free at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine in San Diego has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Barg Kabob, Chicken/Beef Combo and Chicken Sultani. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine in San Diego has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken/Beef Combo, Chicken Sultani and Chicken Koobideh (1 Skwr). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine in San Diego has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Barg Kabob, Garden Salad and Salmon Kabob. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine in San Diego has 7 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken/Beef Combo, Chicken Koobideh (1 Skwr) and Lamb Chops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine in San Diego has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken/Beef Combo, Chicken Koobideh (1 Skwr) and Chicken Koobideh (2 Skwr). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine in San Diego has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken/Beef Combo, Chicken Koobideh (1 Skwr) and Chicken Koobideh (2 Skwr). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine in San Diego has 6 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken/Beef Combo, Chicken Koobideh (1 Skwr) and Chicken Koobideh (2 Skwr). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine in San Diego has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Barg Kabob and Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Tandoori Kabob | 0.9 g | 83 g |
| Chicken/Beef Combo | 0 g | 68.4 g |
| Ash Reshteh | 2.6 g | 28.2 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| Barg Kabob | 0 g | 19.6 g |
| Beef Shish Kabob | 0 g | 19 g |
| Lamb Chops | 0 g | 15.2 g |
| Chicken Koobideh (2 Skwr) | 0 g | 13.4 g |
| Chicken Koobideh (1 Skwr) | 0 g | 13.4 g |
| Cornish | 0 g | 12.9 g |
| Garden Salad | 11.6 g | 3.2 g |
| Tachin With Chicken | 2 g | 1.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Beef/Lamb/Kabobs
- Koobideh Kabob (2 Skwr) - $20.15: Basmati white Rice, Grilled Tomato and Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Shish Kabob - $22.39: Basmati white Rice, Grilled Tomato and Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Koobideh Kabob (1 Skwr) - $14.55: Basmati white Rice, Grilled Tomato and Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shank W/ Baghali Polo - $19.03: Lamb shank served with fava bean and dill rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barg Kabob - $24.63: Basmati white Rice, Grilled Tomato and Bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Sultani - $30.23: Combination of Barg and Koobideh, Basmati white Rice, Grilled Tomato and Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops - $22.39: Basmati white Rice, Grilled Tomato and Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Kabob - $22.39: Basmati white Rice, Grilled Tomato and Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Kabobs
- Boneless Chicken - $17.91: Marinated chicken breast Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Chicken Thigh - $17.91 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cornish - $21.27: Cornish hen kabob Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Koobideh (2 Skwr) - $20.15: Ground chicken kabob Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sultani - $26.87: Combination of Chicken Barg and Chicken Koobideh Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Barg - $21.27: Marinated chicken breast fillet Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tandoori Kabob - $17.91 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Koobideh (1 Skwr) - $14.55: Ground chicken kabob Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Soups
- Ash Reshteh - $7.83: Persian noodle soup with herbs and beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Salad - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $10.07 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
Fish Plates
- Salmon Kabob - $22.39 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken/Beef Combo - $22.39 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tachin With Chicken - $19.03: Baked saffron rice cake with chicken Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine
- Is Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Barg Kabob, Chicken/Beef Combo and Chicken Sultani.
- What can I eat at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine on a dairy-free diet?
- Barg Kabob, Chicken/Beef Combo and Chicken Sultani carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Barg Kabob and Garden Salad.
- Is Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine gluten-free?
- 10 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Sufi Mediterranean Cuisine?
- Chicken Tandoori Kabob, at roughly 83g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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