SAJJ Mediterranean (Irvine)

"SAJJ in Irvine is the place to go for healthy Mediterranean food, they are a farm to table create your own bowl/wrap/pita restaurant. The produce is sourced locally and the halal proteins are free of antibiotics and hormones. This healthy restaurant is not the, if it’s healthy it doesn’t taste good, place. Their food is delicious and full of so many flavors and spices that takes your taste bud on a journey! You have a choice between pita bread, wrap or bowl. Once you decide on your base you can start filling with proteins such as pomegranate chicken, falafel, or chicken/steak shawarma. Next comes your toppings! Examples include eggplant ragout, sumac cauliflower or onions, diced beets and avocado. Then get a squeeze of your sauce choice such as spicy tahini or balsamic vinaigrette. You really cannot go wrong! Their portions are so generous! Their sauces are delicious and their drinks so fun including my choice mint lemonade. So good! And don’t forget to have a sweet to end your meal including chocolate hummus, baklava or a cookie! The restaurant is clean and there is plenty of parking nearby."

"Really enjoyed the Falafel bowl. Very much like your chipotle’s and cavas where you have several main menu options and you then proceed to build your own dish. All the ingredients I added tasted fresh and the falafel was moist with a great minty taste. You also get complementary lentil soup with your dish. Portions were also large and can be spilt into two meals. All this for $12 is a great value."

"Recently tried Sajj Mediterranean, greatly enjoyed their food. Located across the Irvine business center, the restaurant offered ample parking. The ordering process was similar to popular fast-food chains like Chipotle and Subway, allowing you to select your desired base, protein, vegetables, toppings, and sauce. I opted for the steak rice bowl, and it did not disappoint. I never had any steak like this before. It was cooked to perfection and marinated with a flavorful sauce that makes me yearning for more. The turmeric rice was beautifully seasoned and gave the dish a bold pop of color. The toppings were diverse and elevated, with the cauliflower and eggplant providing a delightful surprise in every bite. The hummus, garlic spread, and tzatziki sauce were all divine and added an extra layer of flavor and creaminess to the meal. Move aside Chipotle, Sajj is gonna a new favorite. My server was friendly and patient, taking the time to explain the various toppings and sauces available. Overall, I had a fantastic experience at Sajj and I look forward to coming back!"