Cafe X2O

This place is amazing! The food is delicious and the lunch special is even better

The garlic fries were crispy and satisfying, while the a la carte beef shawarma had excellent flavor—plus, the leftovers were just as good. Note that this location does not offer hookah, but it's still worth a visit for the food!

Raymond Ortiz

I ordered the chicken breast kebab plate with sautéed spinach, roasted veggies, and spicy hummus — and every bite was incredible. The chicken was perfectly grilled and full of flavor, the veggies were beautifully roasted, and that spicy hummus had just the right kick. You can tell everything is made fresh and with care. The ambiance is super chill — relaxed, comfortable, and perfect for a casual meal or catching up with friends. What really stood out, though, was the service. Every staff member was kind, attentive, and genuinely made the experience feel welcoming from start to finish. If you’re looking for great Mediterranean-style food, warm hospitality, and an easygoing vibe, Cafe X2O is a must-visit. I can’t wait to come back!

Renji Herbosa

Fresh and tasty items. Great halal meals and also vegetarian options. Something for everyone.

Alan YDR

Delicious and healthy food. Great portions and well priced. They offer plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Friendly service and overall good vibes. Went for lunch and enjoyed the chicken kebab with hummus, rice and fries! Also, there’s a public parking lot conveniently located right behind the restaurant.

S H

I’ve been to Cafe X20 many times and finally leaving a review! I visited with friends after church and had another great experience. Isso and his team provided excellent service, and the food came out quickly—about 15 minutes. I ordered the Beef Shawarma Fries and the Beef Shawarma Plate, and both were fresh, flavorful, and delicious. Located in the center of Claremont on Indian Hill, it’s easy to find with plenty of parking near the Claremont Packing House. Highly recommend for great Mediterranean fusion food and friendly service!

Willie the food Guy

Loved the food here! Staff was 💯. On point. Friendly and extremely knowledgeable. The plate for 2 was a perfect amount to share. 3 kabobs. Chicken, steak and ground beef. Served on a plate of mediterranean style rice. The plate also had 2 roasted Roma tomatoes and 2 roasted Anaheim Chiles. The steak kabob was the best i have had to this day. Wow! The beef is of incredible quality and cooked to perfect. I should also mention the chicken kabob was breast meat that was tender and juicy. Not dried out like most places. We ordered a greek salad on the side, which is way more than enough to share. Overall, I was extremely pleased with the food quality and preparation. Pricing was fair, I believe. Our bill was about $60 for brunch. Including some Pellegrino mineral water And a desert my wife ordered.

C Rush

I often ordered through Doordash, and the food was always really good. Last night was the first time visiting the restaurant; that experience was even better. The food was excellent! We ordered hummus, which had a different flavor than other places. It was the best I've had! Also had they're spicy lebni, feta with cucumbers & tomatoes and garlic fries with feta . We loved it all, the ingredients were fresh and the flavors were amazing! Everyone at the table kept grabbing for more. For our entrées we had chicken schwarma plates & wraps and beef schwarma wraps. We had a few first timers that were blown away by the food. Hands down an awesome spot for food, cocktails (sangrias were very good too) and music! Our server Abby was wonderful and incredibly sweet.

Wesley C Erickson

Great service and high quality food! Delightfully surprised while stopping in on a Thursday evening for dinner. I ordered their white fish filet plate and it was most excellent. I love that they steam and serve their pita warm too!! That hardly happens at restaurants (usually served cold) so I appreciated the extra touch. Plus, their water was so smooth and clean tasting! Looking forward to coming back soon!

Zeivv

came with my bf just to try, amazing food very delicious. Worth it!

Ali Raja

I recently visited Cafex2o to celebrate my Dad's birthday, and I must say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish! The restaurant exceeded my expectations in terms of both food quality and service. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted by the friendly staff who promptly seated us. The ambiance was inviting, with a cozy and vibrant atmosphere that set the perfect tone for a celebration. The place was clean and well-maintained, adding to the overall pleasant dining experience. We ordered the Kafta and chicken Kebab Plate, falafel, and tea. Every dish was bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. The Kafta and chicken Kebab Plate were juicy and tender, while the falafel had a delightful crispy texture. The tea was refreshing and served piping hot. It was evident that the ingredients used were of high quality, and the skilled chefs knew how to bring out the best flavors. Though the garlic sauce was a tad salty, it didn't overshadow the overall deliciousness of the meal. Additionally, the draft beer was served ice-cold, exactly as I prefer. It was a small detail, but it added to the overall satisfaction of the visit. The service at Cafex2o was impeccable. The waitstaff was attentive, knowledgeable, and provided excellent recommendations. They ensured that we had everything we needed throughout the meal without being intrusive. It's evident that the staff genuinely cares about customer satisfaction and goes the extra mile to make guests feel welcome. Overall, Cafex2o delivered an outstanding dining experience. The combination of delectable food, cozy ambiance, and attentive service made my Dad's birthday celebration truly memorable. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for authentic and flavorful Mediterranean cuisine. I will definitely be returning to Cafex2o in the future!.

Keeping up with the Mendoza’s

This place is amazing! The food is delicious and the lunch special is even better

Ana S

The garlic fries were crispy and satisfying, while the a la carte beef shawarma had excellent flavor—plus, the leftovers were just as good. Note that this location does not offer hookah, but it's still worth a visit for the food!

Saul Penilla

Great atmosphere, love the interior. Highly recommend getting the falafel, very tasty even my 1 year old loved it. The staff is welcoming and nice, will definitely be coming back.

So glad we stopped at Cafe X2O, we had a delightful time over an excellent meal! Everyone was very welcoming, warm, & kind. Our waiter, Isa, was such delight. Standouts from our meal included: -The rice (some of the best we’ve had in a restaurant in a long time!) -Hummus (“Sublime” as my friend called it) -Fantastic chicken (perfect spice level & very juicy) -Both of friends really liked the Jallab. -My friend enjoyed the pairing of the white coconut tea with the Ashta dessert, saying it was the perfect way for them close out their meal. Thank you Cafe X2O for such a great dinner!

Fresh ingredients— one of the best falafels I’ve ever had. Great chicken kabob, too. And delicious date drink!

The food was fresh & delicious! Our server was nice and attentive! The atmosphere was enjoyable! The perfect lunch with my husband!

Absolutely love the food! Very fresh and staff is always kind! Love love the Claremont location but not the La Verne location as there’s hookah smoking happening there and it’s pretty unpleasant trying to breathe. We’ll keep supporting the Claremont location!

Caroline

The food was fresh & delicious! Our server was nice and attentive! The atmosphere was enjoyable! The perfect lunch with my husband!

k. wright

So glad we stopped at Cafe X2O, we had a delightful time over an excellent meal! Everyone was very welcoming, warm, & kind. Our waiter, Isa, was such delight. Standouts from our meal included: -The rice (some of the best we’ve had in a restaurant in a long time!) -Hummus (“Sublime” as my friend called it) -Fantastic chicken (perfect spice level & very juicy) -Both of friends really liked the Jallab. -My friend enjoyed the pairing of the white coconut tea with the Ashta dessert, saying it was the perfect way for them close out their meal. Thank you Cafe X2O for such a great dinner!

Ashley Argaez

Absolutely love the food! Very fresh and staff is always kind! Love love the Claremont location but not the La Verne location as there’s hookah smoking happening there and it’s pretty unpleasant trying to breathe. We’ll keep supporting the Claremont location!

Ryan Molina

It's been a while since I've enjoyed a restaurant enough to review it, but damn if Cafe X2O isn't doing something right. Great food, great lunch special, friendly and helpful staff. I was so engrossed in the experience I forgot to take a photo of the food, but I assure you it's top notch. And try the iced tea. You can taste the fragrant leaves individually. No Brisk tea here!

I originally found this place on TikTok and had to check it out — and I’m glad I did. The reviews were right on point. They offer a lunch special Monday–Friday from 11 AM to 4 PM for $12.99, which is an amazing deal. It includes your choice of a grilled chicken kebab or a falafel vegan plate, plus a fountain drink or iced tea. I’ve tried both plates on different occasions, and each one was great. The chicken kebab was tender and flavorful, served with salad, rice, pita, and garlic sauce. The falafel plate was just as good — fresh, crispy falafel with generous sides. The staff has been friendly every time I’ve visited, the food is consistently delicious, and the atmosphere is always welcoming. Definitely recommend Cafe X2O!

A spontaneous lunch on a Thursday and what a treat! As a visitor from Europe I was impressed with the variety and authentic dishes on offer at this lovely restaurant. The service was great from the moment we arrived. The food was excellent, tasty, well presented, full of flavour and bright fresh ingredients and brought to our table very quickly too. I would go to this restaurant just for the garlic fries and the special secret garlic sauce!! I was pleasantly surprised when I saw the prices too because they were more than reasonable ! I will be returning to this lovely little slice of the Mediterranean!

Eric Woodbey

I originally found this place on TikTok and had to check it out — and I’m glad I did. The reviews were right on point. They offer a lunch special Monday–Friday from 11 AM to 4 PM for $12.99, which is an amazing deal. It includes your choice of a grilled chicken kebab or a falafel vegan plate, plus a fountain drink or iced tea. I’ve tried both plates on different occasions, and each one was great. The chicken kebab was tender and flavorful, served with salad, rice, pita, and garlic sauce. The falafel plate was just as good — fresh, crispy falafel with generous sides. The staff has been friendly every time I’ve visited, the food is consistently delicious, and the atmosphere is always welcoming. Definitely recommend Cafe X2O!

Lee Happyfool

A spontaneous lunch on a Thursday and what a treat! As a visitor from Europe I was impressed with the variety and authentic dishes on offer at this lovely restaurant. The service was great from the moment we arrived. The food was excellent, tasty, well presented, full of flavour and bright fresh ingredients and brought to our table very quickly too. I would go to this restaurant just for the garlic fries and the special secret garlic sauce!! I was pleasantly surprised when I saw the prices too because they were more than reasonable ! I will be returning to this lovely little slice of the Mediterranean!

We stopped in for dinner after an appointment since we were in the area. The food was good, and the portion sizes were generous and easy to share. Unfortunately, our experience was overshadowed by an accident that occurred during our meal. The chair my husband was sitting on gave out due to a weak or broken back leg, causing him to fall to the floor. Thankfully, he wasn’t injured — but it could have been much worse. We were dining with our baby, and the thought of what could have happened if my husband had been holding the baby at the time is honestly terrifying. The same goes for an elderly guest or anyone with limited mobility. A staff member did apologize and mentioned this was the first time something like this had happened, which I certainly hope is true. However, beyond that initial apology, we felt the incident was not handled with the level of care or concern we expected. Nothing was offered to make up for what happened… not even a small gesture or partial comp on our meal. Because of the way the situation was handled, we don’t feel comfortable returning. I hope the restaurant takes this seriously and addresses it so no one else has to go through something similar.

Angela Jimenez

We stopped in for dinner after an appointment since we were in the area. The food was good, and the portion sizes were generous and easy to share. Unfortunately, our experience was overshadowed by an accident that occurred during our meal. The chair my husband was sitting on gave out due to a weak or broken back leg, causing him to fall to the floor. Thankfully, he wasn’t injured — but it could have been much worse. We were dining with our baby, and the thought of what could have happened if my husband had been holding the baby at the time is honestly terrifying. The same goes for an elderly guest or anyone with limited mobility. A staff member did apologize and mentioned this was the first time something like this had happened, which I certainly hope is true. However, beyond that initial apology, we felt the incident was not handled with the level of care or concern we expected. Nothing was offered to make up for what happened… not even a small gesture or partial comp on our meal. Because of the way the situation was handled, we don’t feel comfortable returning. I hope the restaurant takes this seriously and addresses it so no one else has to go through something similar.

Terrible customer service do not go here. We came around 8pm on a Saturday because they had a sign outside saying that they had happy hour deals from 8pm to closing daily. We confirmed with the waitress if the deal on the shawarma wrap was currently going on and she said yes. Another waiter came by to take our order and we asked if the shawarma plate was also included or just the wrap and he said only the wrap so we all ordered that. At the end of our meal the waiter comes by and says that the shawarma wrap deal is only valid on mondays and Tuesdays. We told him that's not what he told us before and he insisted we never asked him which didn't make sense because why did he come over explaining how the deal works rather than just give us the bill if he was under the impression we knew that it wasn't part of the deal. I would've understood if they just apologized and said they mistakenly thought it was part of the deal but instead they approached it by gaslighting us that we didn't ask about the deal in the first place. People make mistakes so I would've been fine if they had made that mistake but to flip it around on us is crazy. If you're looking for a place to eat for dinner definitely go elsewhere there's more places around Claremont worth your time and money

Arianna C

Terrible customer service do not go here. We came around 8pm on a Saturday because they had a sign outside saying that they had happy hour deals from 8pm to closing daily. We confirmed with the waitress if the deal on the shawarma wrap was currently going on and she said yes. Another waiter came by to take our order and we asked if the shawarma plate was also included or just the wrap and he said only the wrap so we all ordered that. At the end of our meal the waiter comes by and says that the shawarma wrap deal is only valid on mondays and Tuesdays. We told him that's not what he told us before and he insisted we never asked him which didn't make sense because why did he come over explaining how the deal works rather than just give us the bill if he was under the impression we knew that it wasn't part of the deal. I would've understood if they just apologized and said they mistakenly thought it was part of the deal but instead they approached it by gaslighting us that we didn't ask about the deal in the first place. People make mistakes so I would've been fine if they had made that mistake but to flip it around on us is crazy. If you're looking for a place to eat for dinner definitely go elsewhere there's more places around Claremont worth your time and money