Ali Baba Mediterranean Cuisine of Escondido Menu
Introducing Ali Baba Mediterranean Cuisine of Escondido, a gem featuring Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and seafood delights. Nestled at 201 W Mission Ave in Escondido, CA, this restaurant offers a plethora of amenities including reservation options, delivery, and takeout. With a diverse menu boasting vegan and vegetarian options, Ali Baba caters to all preferences. Customers rave about the generous portions and exquisite flavors, with Vicki H. praising the scrumptious naan and Andre R. hailing everything on the menu as fire. While David N. notes some room for improvement in the meat quality, Melissa R. commends the attentive service and abundance of food. Ben A. declares Ali Baba as the best Mediterranean spot he's encountered, showcasing standout dishes like chicken tikka and fresh, delicious bread. Enjoy a culinary journey at Ali Baba, where flavorful dishes and hospitable service await.
APPETIZERS
Sampler
Tabouli, Hummus, & Baba Ghanoush
Hummus
Garbanzo beans with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, & olive
Baba Ghanoush
Roasted eggplant with tahini, garlic, & olive oil
Muhammara
Roasted eggplant, red peppers, tomatoes, lemon, spices, & olive oil
Tabouli
Chopped parsley, white onion, cracked wheat, tomato, lemon juice, & olive oil
Labneh
Mediterranean style kefir cheese topped with zaatar & olive oil
Jajeek
Chopped cucumber, yogurt, garlic, salt, mint, & olive oil
Appetizer Dolma
Grape leaves stuffed with rice, fresh herbs, & spices
Appetizer Falafel
Ground spiced chickpea croquettes, deep fried
Potato Chop
Mashed potatoes stuffed with ground beef, parsley, onions, & spices, deep fried
Kuba Halab
Spiced ground beef in a yellow rice croquette
Bureg
Middle Eastern egg rolls stuffed with parsley & spices, deep fried Your choice of: Beef, Chicken, or Cheese
Chicken Wings
Lemon Garlic or Buffalo
Five Combo Appz
abouli, Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Jajeek, & Mediterranean Chopped Salad
Greek Salad
Romaine lettuce, spring mix, cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, red onion, pepperoncini, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, & Greek dressing
Fattoush
Romaine, spring mix, cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, mint, pita chips, sumac, & pomegranate dressing
Med. Chopped Salad
Chopped romaine lettuce, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, tomato, olives, & our house sweet & tangy dressing
Beet Salad
Beets, kidney beans, red onion, parsley, & balsamic dressing
Ali Baba Salad
Cucumber, tomato, garbanzo beans, red onion, lemon, vinegar, & olive oil
SALADS
PROTEIN SALADS
Ali Baba Salad
Cucumber, tomato, garbanzo beans, red onion, lemon, vinegar, & olive oil
Beet Salad
Beets, kidney beans, red onion, parsley, & balsamic dressing
Fattoush
Romaine, spring mix, cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, mint, pita chips, sumac, & pomegranate dressing
Greek Salad
Romaine lettuce, spring mix, cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, red onion, pepperoncini, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, & Greek dressing
Med. Chopped Salad
Chopped romaine lettuce, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, tomato, olives, & our house sweet & tangy dressing
Beef Shawarma Fries
Beef Shawarma on top of crispy seasoned french fries with house sauce
Chicken Shawarma Fries
Chicken Shawarma on top of crispy seasoned french fries with house sauce
Chicken Schnitzel Fries
Chicken Schnitzel on top of crispy seasoned french fries with house sauce
FRIES
FLATBREADS
Chicken Shawarma FB
Chicken Shawarma, sumac onions, pepperoncini, feta, mozzarella, fresh parsley, topped with our house garlic sauce
Beef Shawarma FB
Beef Shawarma, sumac onions, feta, mozzarella, fresh parsley, topped with our house garlic sauce
Cheese FB
Feta, mozzarella, & fresh parsley
Zaatar FB
Thyme, oregano, sumac, sesame seed, salt, & pepper
Arayes
Flour tortilla stuffed with spiced ground beef & Arabic salsa mix, fresh herbs, & olive oil
Bf Kofta Kabob Wrap
Beef Kofta Kabob, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, with tahini & garlic sauce
Beef Shawarma Wrap
Beef Shawarma, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, with tahini & garlic sauce
Ch Kofta Kabob Wrap
Chicken Kofta Kabob, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, with tahini & garlic sauce
Chicken Shawarma Wrap
Chicken Shawarma, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, with tahini & garlic sauce
Falafel Wrap
Falafel, hummus, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, with tahini sauce
California Wrap
Beef or Chicken Shawarma, french fries, yellow rice, lettuce, with tahini & garlic sauce
Veggie Wrap
Veggie Patty, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, with tahini & garlic sauce
WRAPS (All wraps are made with flour tortilla and served with French fries, mediterranean pickles & cabbage salad)
SOUP
Lentil Soup
Red lentils, onions, & curry powder in homemade broth
Potato Stew
Potatoes, tomato paste, & curry powder in homemade broth
Beef Kofta Kab Plate
Ground beef mixed with onions, parsley, & spices
Beef Shawarma Plate
Layers of marinated beef cooked on a spit, thinly sliced
Filet Mignon Tikka Plate
Marinated & grilled chunks of filet mignon
Chicken Kofta Kab Plate
Ground chicken mixed with onions, parsley, & spices
Chicken Shawarma Plate
Layers of marinated chicken cooked on a spit, thinly sliced
Chicken Tikka Plate
Marinated & grilled chunks of chicken breast
Lamb Kofta Kab Plate
Ground lamb mixed with onions, parsley, & spices
Hummus With Shawarma
Beef or Chicken Shawarma on top of hummus Burghul or saffron rice not included
Lamb Shank Plate
Marinated & slow cooked lamb shank in a tomato based sauce
Chicken Schnitzel Plate
Marinated & lightly breaded chicken breast, deep fried
Salmon Tikka Plate
Marinated & grilled chunks of salmon Ali Baba bread not included
Dolma Plate
Grape leaves, onions, vegetables stuffed with rice, meat, & spices Ali Baba bread, burghul, & saffron rice not included
Mediterranean Burger
Beef patty, lettuce, cheese, tomato, pickles, onion, cabbage, with house sauce, & french fries Ali Baba bread, burghul, & saffron rice not included
Zubaidi Plate
Marinated & grilled pompano fish Ali Baba bread not included
Lamb Tikka Plate
Marinated & grilled chunks of lamb
Double Combo Plate
PLATES (All plates come with rice and served with grilled jalapeno, grilled tomato, onion, pickles, cabbage salad & bread)
PLATTERS
Feeds -
skewer of beef kabob, chicken kabob, chicken tikka, chicken schnitzel, & beef shawarma, saffron rice, burghul, hummus, mediterranean chopped salad & fresh made Ali Baba Tandoori Naan bread
(Vegetarian) Feeds -
falafel, cheese bureg, veggie patties, saffron rice, burghul, baba ghanoush, hummus, mediterranean chopped salad & fresh made Ali Baba Tandoori Naan bread
Falafel
Ground spiced chickpea croquettes, deep fried
Veggie Patties
Mix of vegetables & spices deep fried, & served with burghul or saffron rice
Veggie Combo
Falafel, hummus, baba ghanoush, & tabouli
VEGETARIAN PLATES
KID'S MENU (All kids plates served with French fries or saffron rice)
Kids Beef Kabob
Chicken Kabob Kids
Kids Burger
Beef patty, lettuce, cheese, tomato, pickles, onion, & house sauce
Chicken Schnitzel Kids
Chicken Tikka Kids
Ali Baba Bread
Grilled Vegetables
Mediterranean Pickles
Garlic Sauce
French Fries
Side Rice
Feta Cheese
Olives
Side Burghul
Tahini Sauce
SIDES
DESERTS
Baklava
Filo dough stuffed with pistachios
Kunafa
Cream stuffed pastry soaked in sweet, sugar based syrup & crushed pistachios
Nutella Baklava
Filo dough, hazelnut spread, stuffed with pistachios
