Alforon 'revisit' (SDSU area)

Thank you for reading mmm-yoso!!! Our food blog shares meals enjoyed so that you too may somehow enjoy.  Usually Kirk is writing, but he is otherwise occupied with researching and all that is part of  researching.  Ed(from Yuma) is otherwise occupied with his job as well as research. Cathy is preoccupied with so many things, but has also managed to take some photos of her meals and today is the one sharing.

Kirk, Ed(from Yuma) and I have enjoyed meals at Alforon,  but Kirk is the one who has written all three  of the posts mentioning this restaurant. I figure it's time for one of my recent visits to be shared. 

Located on El Cajon Boulevard about two blocks West of College Avenue on the South side of the street, the inset row of building with the strange parking in front at an angle and then parallel to the sidewalk as well as on the street in front, Alforon has not changed in the past three or so years.  

Nor has the bright interior, with the fancy oven that bakes goodness when you order, just behind the coved opening. 

The shelf area has added condiments to the plasticware for people picking up orders to go. 

The menu has stayed pretty much the same, with some price increases.

On this visit, The Mister and I ordered a small tabbouleh salad ($5.95). Freshly chopped parsley, tomato and onion mixed with olive oil and lemon and all mixed with bulghur, this is always refreshing and enough to share. 

The freshly baked flatbread, topped with Zaatar (a spice mix of sumac, sesame and wild thyme) and cheese ($4.95) is something we are always happy eating. The delicate fresh slightly crisp bread topped with this mix is salty-savory and comforting.  

Chicken tawook ($6.95) is something I have cravings for.  You can see the abundance of shredded chicken topped with garlic paste and pickle bits and the flavors blend so well.

Here's a little cross section view; you can see how thin the fresh baked crust is.  

Always fresh and always good.  Comforting quality.  

I hope everyone is having a great weekend!

Alforon 5965 El Cajon Blvd San Diego 92115 (619) 269-9904 Website

Comments

[caninecologne]

I remember my first visit there with you and Carol! it's one of our favorites now, especiall the chicken tawook with that garlic sauce. thanks for introducing me to this place.

[Cathy]

Anytime, cc! The quality and consistency here is just unmatched.

[Cathy]

You're welcome, cc. Glad to know you still enjoy it here. I try to share good stuff.

[J.S. @ Sun Diego Eats]

Both breads with toppings look delicious. Reminds me of esfiha, yum.

[Cathy]

The oven here was specially ordered and installed and each bread is unique to the products ordered, JS. The website mentions that '80% of our breads here are our conception and creations'. The freshness factor is wonderful.