WHY For a stomach-stuffing, tasty and affordable Mediterranean plate, prepared at mach speed.

WHAT Their pita wraps are a nice and compact treat, but its the massive plates loaded with heaps of chicken scharwma, or gloriously grilled lamb, beef, kefta, and chicken kebabs (lamb pictured above) that are tremendous value for less than $9. Each is served with made-in-house hummus, Greek salad, rice, garlic and hot sauces, plus pita bread you can rip open and stuff with all the goodness.

WHO Pasadena business folk, college kids and all others who relish a quick and cheap meal—even when the lunch-rush line is out the door.