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JoJo's Mediterranean Grill
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JoJo's Mediterranean Grill
8.1
JoJo’s Mediterranean Grill is a Lebanese-led spot inside the 8000 Sunset complex serving shawarma, kabobs, and mezze with a home-cooking angle. Opened during the pandemic, it has built a following on fresh-grilled meats, generous salads, and friendly, hands-on ownership. It works equally well for casual dine-in, delivery, or group platters.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Shawarma Plate, Mediterranean Salad with Chicken, Falafel Wrap with Hummus
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 8
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Owner-driven Lebanese spot in a mall setting with carefully cooked shawarma.
Who should go: Families and locals craving reliable shawarma and mezze.
When to visit: Weeknights for easy parking and unhurried service.
What to order: Chicken shawarma plate, Mediterranean salad, falafel wrap.
Insider tip: Ask about catering-style platters if you’re feeding a larger group.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Validated garage parking inside the 8000 Sunset complex; generally easy outside of peak movie times. Limited street parking on Sunset is inconsistent.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable; anything from jeans to athleisure fits the mall-complex setting.
Noise level: Low to moderate — easy for conversation, even during busier dinner windows.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes depending on movie traffic and delivery volume.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; quick counter service.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Strong coverage with falafel, salads, hummus, and mezze plates.
Vegan options: Several options — falafel, tabbouleh (verify bulgur), hummus, and customizable plates.
Gluten-free options: Good selection — kabobs, shawarma plates, salads; ask to omit pita.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? It works for a casual, low-pressure first date where the goal is good food and conversation rather than atmosphere. Not ideal if you want a romantic or elevated setting.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s counter-service, and seating is almost always available outside peak movie rushes. Groups may need to push a couple of tables together.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — plenty of space, simple menu items, and a relaxed mall environment. Great for families with kids 4+. High chairs are typically available.
Best For
Better for: Fast, reliably grilled Lebanese plates with generous salads and friendly ownership — excellent value and consistency compared to trendier spots.
Skip if: You want ambience, craft cocktails, or a more elevated Mediterranean dining experience; the mall-complex setting is functional, not atmospheric.
JoJo's Mediterranean Grill
7.8
Tucked inside the 8000 Sunset complex, JoJo’s Mediterranean Grill serves Lebanese-led Middle Eastern platters, shawarma, and mezze in a casual, family-friendly setting. It balances dine-in comfort with steady takeout traffic, making it a go-to for reliable shawarma nights in the hills above Sunset.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Shawarma Plate, Mediterranean Salad with grilled chicken, Falafel Wrap
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.7
What makes it special: Lebanese-run shawarma shop balancing family-friendly dine-in with busy takeout.
Who should go: Families and locals wanting reliable Middle Eastern comfort plates.
When to visit: Weeknight dinners when parking and seating are easiest.
What to order: Chicken Shawarma Plate, Mediterranean salad, falafel wrap with sides.
Insider tip: Use platters and sides to build an easy family-style spread for groups.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Garage parking in the 8000 Sunset complex; first hour typically validated, with additional paid structure parking. Street parking on Sunset is limited during peak hours.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable; jeans, tees, and relaxed outfits fit the family-friendly setting.
Noise level: Moderate; conversations are easy at most tables, though takeout traffic adds occasional bustle.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes during peak evening rush, especially for larger groups.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait; walk right up and order.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several mezze, salads, falafel, and sides make it easy to build a full vegetarian meal.
Vegan options: Limited but workable — falafel, hummus, baba ghanoush, and some salads are vegan-friendly.
Gluten-free options: Many plates like shawarma and kabobs can be made gluten-free by avoiding pita; staff is familiar with substitutions.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a romantic first date — the setting is casual and geared more toward comfort and convenience than atmosphere. Better for relaxed catch-ups or low-key meals.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s counter-service, and tables almost always turn quickly. Weekend evenings are the busiest but still manageable without planning ahead.
Is it kid-friendly? Very — plenty of seating, quick service, broad kid-friendly flavors, and flexible platters ideal for picky eaters. Great for families with children of all ages.
Best For
Better for: Reliable, home-style Lebanese comfort food in a convenient, family-forward setting with generous portions and friendly service.
Skip if: You want high-design ambience, a scene-driven dinner, or more regional specialty dishes — try Carmel or trendier Tel Aviv–style concepts instead.