This is what YELP is for and the Baladie cafe is for Yelpers! I can really appreciate a small privately owned place. I appreciate a place where the owners appreciate my business.
It is a small place in a Vons plaza - but the Vons is closed. I have been by here a million times but never even thought about going in here for lunch.
It is a tiny place with 5 or 6 tables. They have mediterranean food and greek food. I had the Gyro plate with some fries. The fries were seasoned and served with a flavorful dipping sauce. The Gyro plate had all the fixins for a gyro but it was unassembled. I liked putting it together. All the ingredients were fresh and flavorful.
This place offers a great value. The food is quality eats... something you would expect in a finer establishment with higher prices. So for a quick serve place and quick serve prices - you get great food, real plates, and great service!
Since I live in the general area it was refreshing to find a mom and pop joint mixed in with all of the chain restaurants.
(I have been staring at my computer debating whether I should do 4 or 5 stars...)