# Mal Al Sham 

> Mal Al Sham  — Syrian restaurants in El Cajon, CA.

## Key facts
- **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/mal-al-sham-34578
- **Type**: Restaurants
- **Cuisine**: Syrian
- **Location**: El Cajon, CA
- **Address**: 388 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92020, US
- **Phone**: 16194011055
- **Website**: https://malalsham.com/
- **Coordinates**: 32.79529, -116.95753
- **Claimed**: claimed
- **Vibes**: Casual, Cozy, Cultural

## About
Known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients. We serve tasty Mediterranean dishes prepared using only fresh meats, vegetables and herbs.

## Hours
- Monday: 10am - 10pm
- Tuesday: 10am - 10pm
- Wednesday: 10am - 10pm
- Thursday: 10am - 10pm
- Friday: 10am - 10pm
- Saturday: 10am - 10pm
- Sunday: 10am - 10pm

## Amenities
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Parking
- Credit Card
- Google Pay
- Apple Pay
- Outdoor Seating
- Delivery
- Take Out
- Kid Friendly
- Wheelchair Friendly
- Smoking
- Health Score
- TV

## Reviews
### foodgemsbyhana — 5.0/5 · Jan 11, 2024
My favorite authentic Mediterranean food in SD! They have filling family meals, salads, and shawarmas arabic style.

### maria_is_hungry — 4.5/5 · Sep 8, 2024
Friends, I don’t make it out to El Cajon very often, but we do be traveling for good food! I got to try Mal al Sham the other day, and I was not disappointed. I’m a big fan of middle eastern food, and they serve authentic Lebanese and Syrian food. 🇸🇾 

They had a small parking lot, and I got lucky with a spot! There were a ton of to-go orders being bagged up too, so I took those as good signs. They also had spacious indoor and outdoor seating, and everyone was so nice and attentive.

### sweetnsavory — 5.0/5 · Feb 26, 2026
Delicious Arabic food

### ritasyumyumland — 5.0/5 · Mar 16, 2026
This is a Syrian restaurant and it’s delicious! I love the pickled vegetables that come with the meats!

### thewaywardeater — 5.0/5 · Jul 12, 2023
The chicken here is so flavorful! It was so tender you can cut it with a spoon. I originally wanted the roasted chicken but it sold out fast! The rice and meat I had was also very good. They also provide fresh hot tea for free. They do sell some delicious sweets. The one I bought isn't overly sweet and is perfect with tea or coffee.

### nellseats — 4.5/5 · Apr 11, 2024
looking for a superb sando?  look no further than Mal al sham or taste of Damascus in San Diego. my fave food spot with amazing shawarma sandwiches!  served up on a platter with fries.

### odishislove — 5.0/5 · Jul 27, 2025
We love coming here any day of the week whether it’s a date night, group hangout or showing a guest in town the magic of authentic Assyrian food! It’s extremely fresh and fast and almost always great service. The hummus is to die for and the chicken is always moist. 10/10 recommend!

### depressowithoutespresso — 5.0/5 · Jul 23, 2025
Best beef shawarma sandwiches in El Cajon! This place is unmatched. There’s something magical in their beef shawarma sandwiches. And don’t get me started on the garlic sauce. Vampires fear this garlic sauce, I ask for extra.

### depressowithoutespresso — 5.0/5 · Feb 7, 2026
Amazing food here!

### chaitime — 5.0/5 · Feb 27, 2026
Never had a bad experience here, beef shawarma wrap was very delicious