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Aladdin - Reviews

3900 Vermont St, 92103 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
368

Reviews

68.8%

Satisfaction

100

negative

15

neutral

253

positive

What people say about Aladdin

Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Selamawit
Review date: 12/28/2025
10
Delicious Lebanese Food & Excellent Service
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I found it to be one of the best Lebanese and Middle Eastern restaurants in the Hillcrest Neighborhood. The portion of the food was really good, and the price is very reasonable. The food itself was incredibly delicious and truly felt like a homemade meal. We particularly enjoyed the mint tea. Our server was exceptionally attentive and professional, contributing to a 10/10 customer service experience. I highly recommend this restaurant and hope to be back someday soon.
  • portion of the food9
  • price9
  • food10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Samantha
Review date: 09/28/2025
9
Absolutely Love Aladdin!
My experience at Aladdin was absolutely wonderful! We started with the lentil soup, which was phenomenal. The dolmas were hands-down the best I've ever had. The fatoush salad is a personal favorite, and we also loved the chicken platter. Everything tasted so fresh and authentic. Don't skip out on the baklava, which is out of this world!
  • lentil soup9
  • dolmas10
  • fatoush salad8
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Ben
Review date: 08/21/2025
10
Consistently Great Dining Experience!
My experience at this restaurant has been divine. Every time I dine at either of their San Diego locations, it's a consistently great dining experience. The food is exceptional, and the overall experience is always top-notch.
  • food10
  • dining experience10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Group Type
  • Large Group
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Takeout
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Tali L.
Review date: 08/17/2025
10
Best Middle Eastern Food in San Diego!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I absolutely love the food, considering it the best middle eastern food in San Diego. The staff is very helpful, and they truly accommodate everything you might need. We eat here all the time and also get take out food for meetings, events and conferences.
  • food10
  • middle eastern food10
  • staff10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Josh M.
Review date: 06/02/2025
10
Amazing Food and Service!
I can't say enough about this place. The atmosphere was wonderful and the food was amazing. The service was good too. It was the best falafel I've had. My wife and I can't wait to go back.
  • atmosphere10
  • food10
  • service8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Joshua 8.
Review date: 05/07/2025
10
Delicious Mediterranean Food in Hillcrest
When I lived in Hillcrest, this was my go-to spot for great Mediterranean food. The people are friendly, the food is divine, and the atmosphere is wonderful. I miss it so much after moving away from SD.
  • Mediterranean food10
  • people10
  • food10
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Patricia L.
Review date: 05/05/2025
3
Not the Same Welcoming Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing as it's just not the same as it was years ago. It has become just a place for food, and the welcoming atmosphere that I once knew is no longer present.
  • food3
  • atmosphere3
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Large Group
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Elwood N.
Review date: 05/01/2025
9
Delicious Chicken Salad & Cheese Bread!
My experience at this restaurant was quite positive, with some fun, whimsical touches. While there wasn't a literal lamp to rub, the chicken salad was delicious and incredibly fresh. I highly recommend getting the Borak cheese bread – it was a standout! The inside of the restaurant was clean, though it felt a bit scattered. Our waitress was exceptionally friendly, adding to the pleasant atmosphere. Although I didn't see a genie, the overall experience was good, and I'd say it's worth the visit. Go, eat, and enjoy!
  • chicken salad9
  • Borak cheese bread10
  • inside of the restaurant7
Julie R.
Review date: 04/30/2025
1
Terrible Food Poisoning Experience
My experience at this restaurant was extremely negative. I was given really bad food poisoning, which led to a trip to the ER. I strongly advise against eating here.
  • food poisoning1
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Allan C.
Review date: 04/19/2025
10
Excellent Food, Service, and Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic. The service and the food were great. We sat on the patio, which was also very nice. I would highly recommend this place.
  • service10
  • food10
  • patio9

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