31 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Raleigh

“This was our first time at Madras. Great food…loved the roasted cauliflower with green goddess dipping sauce. My husband loved the octopus. The outside Wednesday night band was an excellent bonus!!“

“I read one review that said “food was fiat”. I’m stunned by that. Food is bursting with flavors: fennel, garlic, fresh dill, cilantro, candied nuts, etc… it’s really delicious and beautifully presented, very appetizing.The atmosphere is what I loved the best, it’s unpretentious, quiet, pretty, fun. Our waitress was really friendly, giving us advice, joking with us. A must in Raleigh!“

“This is my second time getting Pita Bowl for lunch and it is quickly becoming my new favorite lunch spot! I always order ahead of time and it is always ready within 5-10 minutes of my requested order time. The inside is decent sized with tables and hightop seating. There is outside seating as well. Everything comes out warm because it is made fresh and that translates into the amazing flavor! We have gotten pita bowls both times, one with chicken shawarma and one with shaved lamb. Both meat options were phenomenal, flavorful, and warm at pickup. All the toppings are delicious, many to choose from, and you can get as many as you want with no extra charge! The cilantro potatoes come out crispy and hot, so those are always a great topping. Dipping the warm pita bread in the garlic sauce and tzatziki is another favorite of mine here. Highly recommend and will be back for more lunches!“

“Made right there, hot and tasty! Great service too.“

“Came to this place last week and I love it! So here I am back again, and I met the owner. Humble man who is kind, and has such a wonderful attitude. The food is flavored perfectly, and I will probably be back next week. I also love their chicken over rice plate with white sauce! 10/10Vegetarian options: Lots of fresh veggies, and other options. Delicious menu, you cant go wrong!Kid-friendliness: My son loves this place! Great options in bite size pieces“

“Yummy food! My favorite part of the experience was the owner himself. On the grill, setting the plates AND speaking to every single customer with a smile and hello. If you have questions about the menu items feel free to ask. He is a delight and so is the food. We ordered the Mediterranean Plate, lots of food and enough for a treat later on.“

“Had a nice experience at this cozy spot in Brier Creek! Their Lebanese spicy cauliflower was delicious, and the pitza was a fun twist on the classic. Quick service and a chill vibe made it even better. Definitely check it out if you're in the area! ??“

“Sassool is very fresh food. I get the You Pick 3 which is $11 and so good. It comes with their warm, out of the over, pita bread.Above picture is vegan:Autumn Root Salad,Mjadarah-or MJ, Sweet Potato Salad. Ask to try a spoonful. That's how I learned!They also have meat, fish, veggies.Oh, Mon nite is senior nite 15% off.Vegetarian options: There are green leaf icons signifying vegetarian. There are a lot of yummy options.Dietary restrictions: They have some gluten free options. Just askParking: I park in the lot in front of the thrift store. There are quite a few spaces.“

“delish!!!!! so good! if i could i wound give it a ?“

“He serves the best sandwiches in the world..they are very tasty and delicious“

“I visited this place when I came into town. This is the best place I have ever eaten at. I cant stop thinking about this place. I will visit again. from Virginia.“

“The food here is so flavorful and delicious! Comes out so fresh and you can tell is made with love and attention unlike so many places out there now. The staff is super friendly and welcoming. Such a nice change of pace from standard fast food.“

“WOW! It was our first but not the last visit. The food was ?? amazing. We arrived to see lots of pick-up and delivery orders and small line. Two minutes later, the line was at the door and beyond. It was impressive to see a small crew of about 3 workers in the lune, move lots of orders.The line worker was very patient and helpful to us, as we shared it was our first visit. The options for the bowls were great, all tastey, and full portions. It was costly compared to other restaurants who have bowls, but when we taste the food, we appreciate it more. The food is elevated in flavor and combined it is a symphony of great harmony.We have changed our eating habits to a more healthier selection. Cava gave us a great variety to select from. We appreciate it.This location was so busy that they were challenged in keeping up the cleanliness of tables. We also saw a change in workers shifts. Nevertheless it wasn't horrible. We sat ate and talked for about 1 hour. When we were leaving and other shifts came on, we saw someone starting tp clean and sweep. The order line increased, but flowed swiftly.We will be back and are sharing with others.Vegetarian options: Variety of salad options, lentils, grains, salsa. Pita, hummus, etc....Dietary restrictions: Share your needs and they will help you understand what they have available.Parking: Numerous stores with tons of parking.Wheelchair accessibility: Availability parking and in store.“

“its like a hidden gem...great use of space, very personable staff great drink selection & Martini's wished I lived closer“

“Sooooooo Fresh!!!! Delicious!!!!“

“A must visit! The food was amazing with lots of options. You have cold and hot options to choose from. The pita bread was soft. This is store/restaurant. They have great dessert options too. This is my go to place! You have a parking lot, indoor and outdoor seating.“

“It is a place to eat with the family since there is a diversity of food choices, such as pizza and other tastings, I recommend it ?% If you can visit this place with your family, you will thank me for recommending this place to you, visit it.“

“Great Mac and cheese AND offer gluten free! best of all! usually when a place offers gluten free, you have to settle for only one item. but here there were lots of choices. very pleased. could not tell the difference in this gluten free dish and non gluten free. fantastic taste! great job!“

“Sooooooo Fresh!!!! Delicious!!!!“

“I can eat there again.“

“The best around! Falls of Neuse and Durant Rd locations, never disappoint! #boss“

“It was my first time in the store. Many good things that I know at a good price. Ex: feta cheese. I got a very nice piece of lamb for our Easter. Pretty nice.“

“Vidrio is a unique piece of Raleigh where there is good food, and a captivating experience.The small plates were still satisfying and the service was bar none. Our waitress Michelle gave stellar service and made everything easy for us. Will definitely come back agai“

“We love Rosewater for brunch and the menu is better than ever with some heartier options like chicken and waffles, sliders, etc. We lucked out and had amazing weather and sat on the patio. It was so beautiful out there and our waiter was amazing, so kind, great service and knowledgeable. The biscuits were amazing as was the strawberry mimosa. Love this place especially for brunch!!“

“Great food, great service!“

“Jasmin and Olivz became a staple during my time at NC State, and it's not hard to see why. The chicken shawarma is consistently fresh and tender, paired with sauces that are nothing short of delicious. The staff, always friendly, adds that extra touch to the experience. Today's visit included a build-your-own bowl with chicken shawarma and sesame sauce dressing .. it was simple yet great flavors. We also got a vegetarian bowl with rice, chickpeas, and falafels, creating a satisfying mix. The spinach zaki, a regular favorite, never disappoints, and the paninis are consistently excellent. It's my go-to spot for light Mediterranean meals, with a bonus of being super friendly to vegetarians and vegans. Dine in seating may get crowded during lunch hours but still a great spot that has my tastebuds hooked!Vegetarian options: Falafel and Chickpeas for proteins“

“great service and good food“

“First time eating here and the food was great! Will definitely go back.“

“My first time and I cannot believe it's taken me so long to stop in! I ordered THE FEAST and it was so fresh and delicious. I will be back very soon!“

“The Service is amazing, I’ve never eaten her before and the staff was patient and knowledgeable. They help me find a delicious combo that met my diet restrictions without forfeiting taste. I’ll definitely be coming here again. P.s. the music was on point, yacht rock and melodic grooves.?✊?“

“I ordered to go because I was feeling homesick and looking for Greek food, I got the authentic gyro. Which was my mistake because I thought it would be the slices of lamb I am used to getting. Although it wasn't what I was craving, it was delicious, and the fries were perfect. I will be ordering again I'll just make sure I order the correct thing this time. The food was very fresh and warm. You can tell the take pride in their work the food looked just like their photo.“