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Cafe Athena

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$$ Mediterranean restaurant

About

Cafe Athena offers a delightful escape with its Mediterranean charm right in the Pacific Beach area of San Diego. Diners rave about the tender gyro pita wrap and the flamed saganaki, adding a theatrical touch to your meal. With a cozy atmosphere and a shaded patio for outdoor seating, it’s perfect for solo lunches or intimate dinners. The menu includes healthy options and a kids' menu, ensuring there's something for everyone. Although some dishes might be priced on the higher side, the friendly service and hearty flavors make it worth every bite.

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Contact Info

  • Location: 1846 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109
  • Located in: Floor 1 · Pacific Plaza
  • Phone: (858) 274-1140
  • Price range: $$

Opening hours

  • Monday: 11 am-8 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am-8 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am-8 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am-8 pm
  • Friday: 11 am-9 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am-9 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am-8 pm

Food and drink

Food & drink
Food & drink
The vibe at Cafe Athena
Vibe
Gyros
Gyros
Souvlaki
Souvlaki
Greek salad
Greek salad
Image by owner
By owner

Menus and Prices

Cafe Athena menu and prices
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Services

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Great dessert
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Groups
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Free parking lot
  • Plenty of parking

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Recent Reviews

Review by Laurie Q.

October 03, 2024

Cafe Athena offers a delightful Mediterranean experience! The gyros plate is a must-try, packed with tender meat and fresh veggies. The atmosphere is cozy, and the fast service made our lunch a breeze. Don’t skip the rice pudding for dessert - it’s heavenly!


Review by Providenci Wuckert

July 17, 2024

Cafe Athena is a delightful Mediterranean gem in Pacific Beach! 🥙 The pita wrap gyro was heavenly - tender meat with fresh veggies and perfectly balanced tzatziki. Our server, Rafa, was friendly and attentive, enhancing our experience. We dined on the lovely shaded patio, enjoying the sunshine and a quick bite.

The moussaka and chicken couscous stole the show, bursting with flavor. While I found the Greek salad a tad small for $14, the overall dining experience was fantastic. If you're craving a cozy meal with a Mediterranean twist, definitely give this place a try! 🌿


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