Garbanzo Mediterranean Grill Opens First OC Location in Aliso Viejo Next Week; Next Irvine

Edwin Goei • OC Weekly • May 27, 2013
There's been a slew of new Mediterranean eateries invading our southern borders lately. Luna Grill, a San Diego-based chain that calls itself a “kabobery,” opened not just one but two locations recently (Irvine and Lake Forest). Then there's...
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