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Alforon Mediterranean / Lebanese Cuisine

Lebanese Flatbread, Vegan Kibbie

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Top tips

  • Try the falafel with tahini, or the baba ghanoush and hummus.
  • Ask the owners or staff for vegan recommendations; they can suggest dishes beyond the clearly identified vegan items.
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  • A small parking lot and street parking are available.
  • Consider the vegan kibbie, a specialty a reviewer said they hadn’t encountered elsewhere.
  • Some reviewers found the fattoush, spinach pies, and dolmas quite sour or salty, so mention your taste preferences when ordering.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention baba ganoush, zaatar bread and falafel.

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Also hummus, flatbread, juice, lemonade, tahini sauce, kibbie and dolmas.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for good value, affordable, generous portions and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner, takeout

About

Family-run Alforon centers on Lebanese flatbreads and meze, with vegan choices including stuffed grape leaves, mjaddara, and vegan kibbie alongside meat and cheese dishes. Owners George and Samia regularly guide guests through the menu, and reviewers praise the baba ghanoush, falafel, and handmade Aaysh Essaraya dessert.

Vegan menu

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Alforon Mediterranean / Lebanese Cuisine · dine-in · 4 dishes

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5965 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
12:00–20:00
Thursday
12:00–20:00
Friday
12:00–20:00
Saturday
12:00–20:00
Sunday
12:00–19:00

the food

4.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
chickpeas, lentils
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