I had to drop by Stehly Farms on Morena and as I parked my car I really couldn't believe my eyes.....
In the location that used to be Little Caesars Pizza I saw the "Coming Soon" sign.....followed by Zgara Greek Grill! Could it be? Zgara when it opened in PB was a weekly stop; for real-deal gyro...not the processed stuff, but made from scratch....the best I've had outside of Greece. I was quite sad when they closed.
So, still dealing with the sadness that Island Style Cafe is closing, perhaps this balances the books for now?
In case you don't remember what the Pork Gyro Sandwich at Zgara looked like; here's a reminder.
I'm waiting with bated breath. Here's hoping.....
1229 Morena Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92110
Interesting... that stretch of road seems to constantly accumulate stops for me... Catalina OP, Stehly, and Costco a bit down the road. Add in a good gyro establishment and I might have to spend a whole morning + lunch down there! I still reminisce about the gyros I had in Athens 20 yrs ago.
Posted by: Jason | Sunday, 02 August 2020 at 10:53 PM
Oh man,i literally started salivating reading this. I LOVED their pork. Definitely tentatively excited.
Posted by: Derek R | Sunday, 02 August 2020 at 11:11 PM
hmmm...would be nice if they are opening:)
Posted by: kat | Monday, 03 August 2020 at 04:49 AM
Don't forget Birdrock Jason.....lots of changes coming to Morena in the next couple of years.
I was surprised to see the sign Derek.....now I'm kinda excited too!
It really would be Kat!
Posted by: Kirk | Monday, 03 August 2020 at 06:04 AM
Great looking sandwich! I visited Island Style Cafe yesterday. I'm gonna miss the kalbi, fried rice, and shaved ice.
Posted by: Soo | Monday, 03 August 2020 at 08:42 AM
I'm hoping ISC finds a new home soon Soo. Zgara, when they were in PB was my go-to for Gyros. hopefully, this place will be just as good!
Posted by: Kirk | Monday, 03 August 2020 at 08:46 AM
Great news!
Posted by: Janfrederick | Monday, 03 August 2020 at 09:27 AM
Yes it is Jan!
Posted by: Kirk | Monday, 03 August 2020 at 09:31 AM
Oh man. That gyro looks like the good stuff I used to get when I lived in Astoria, Queens. I haven't had a gyro that good in many, many years.
Posted by: Dave | Monday, 03 August 2020 at 09:56 AM
This would be fantastic. Zgara made it basically impossible for me to enjoy the beef-lamb type of gyros offered at places around town, so I would be happy to frequent their restaurant. In an easier to get to place, even!
Posted by: Derric | Monday, 03 August 2020 at 10:43 AM
They used to make some really good stuff Dave!
This is really great news Derric....man, I really missed the gyros when Zgara closed.
Posted by: Kirk | Monday, 03 August 2020 at 10:58 AM
Awesome! Definitely an upgrade over Little Caesars!
Posted by: Junichi | Tuesday, 04 August 2020 at 11:36 AM
Not even in the same league Junichi! ;o) I'm hoping they are just as good as I remember!
Posted by: Kirk | Tuesday, 04 August 2020 at 11:54 AM
Awesome news! Thanks Kirk
Posted by: Kerri K | Wednesday, 05 August 2020 at 02:09 PM
Yes, I'm excited about Zgara reopening Kerri. I hope it's as good as I remember. Hope all is well! Take care!
Posted by: Kirk | Thursday, 06 August 2020 at 06:04 AM
Looks like it may open as early as 8/13 or 8/14
Posted by: Stacy | Thursday, 06 August 2020 at 01:20 PM
That's awesome Stacy! Thanks for the update.
Posted by: Kirk | Thursday, 06 August 2020 at 03:09 PM
That’s the same owner and it’ll be the same good gyro 😋😋
Posted by: ArbenK | Saturday, 08 August 2020 at 08:02 PM
Thanks for the info Arben!
Posted by: Kirk | Sunday, 09 August 2020 at 06:56 AM