31 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Columbus

“I am so impressed with Rodos off Dublin Granville road. Tonight we went for the Monday Deal which is 10$ Gyro night. Our server, Demetri, was outstanding. Quick to come help us and extremely personable. Portions are large and prices are very reasonable. We look forward to going when we can sit on their patio. Highly recommend supporting an amazing small business!“

“We are visiting from Orlando Florida and a friend recommended Lavash, excellent recommendation! Best shawarma wraps! The lentil soup is even better than mine and I make a pretty mean lentil soup. The lentil soup was seasoned to PERFECTION! Today, I had the jumbo shrimp with lentil soup and my husband had the beef shawarma sandwich. Yesterday we both had chicken shawarma and fries and the seasoning they use on the fries … delicious! Everything was a 10, from cleanliness to hospitality. The owner goes around the table and actually has conversations with the customers. All and all a well establishment . Last but not least, we purchased fresh bread and cheese Manaish. Must try!“

“I recently experienced incredible compassion at Habibi Grill after the unexpected loss of a parent. Tarek, the owner, went above and beyond to accommodate our last-minute dinner plans for our friends and family with grace and understanding. Every detail, from a private space to a personalized menu, was tailored to our needs, providing comfort during a difficult time. The staff's warmth and care were exceptional, making it clear that genuine compassion is a hallmark of Habibi Grill. I highly recommend it for both exceptional cuisine and a sanctuary of understanding and empathy.“

“They were outside our apartment building due to our Property Manager, Ericka, invites them or what not! There chicken shawarma is amazing! My friend got the philly cheese steak and he loved it so much. Definitely branch out and get something new!!! Don’t forget get extra sauce, soooooooo good! The two guys are so friendly and nice. Can’t wait for them to come back. ♥️“

“Interesting Chipotle-style make your own dish with Mediterranean options. The Hummus Plate comes with a side of pita bread and a choice of protein. The shredded chicken was very tasty. If you like spicy, make sure to get the green spicy paste for a little kick to your dish.The crispy fries were very crispy and had a rubbing of spices on it which goes well with the tahini sauce dip.The dishes were a little on the pricier side which I didn't mind, but certainly a pinch for college students given this place was on the High St close to OSU“

“The food was outstanding. Fresh and delicious. I was disappointed to find a few tiny hairs in my hummus - kind of grossed me out but at the same time I realize this has to happen fairly frequently in the prepared food industry. This tells you how good the food is, though -- I'm still giving this place 4 stars. The food is, I would say, the best in town for this type of menu.“

“Atmosphere- 3 star- clean but really busy. Hard to find a table.Service- 4 stars- this is counter service, sorta of like Chipotle or Subway however the employee was very helpful with explaining what everything was- this is a Lebanese restaurant and I wasn’t familiar with a lot of the choices.Food- I had a salad with greens and grains, feta cheese, cauliflower, fried onions and baba (smoky eggplant dip with tahini). You had a choice of falafel, chicken or brisket but I stuck with veggies. I’m Catholic and it was a Friday during lent. I didn’t miss the meat at all! Food this good maybe I should become a vegetarian lol. Also got a side of pita bread and it was awesome!“

“Stopped in to try their falafel. I have been craving one for a while now. Was first impressed by how clean it was. Then, how well the food was displayed. Everything looked amazing. I get excited when I find food that is good for my health and don't go against my faith. This place doubles down.Now to the falafel. Easy 9 out of 10.Cannot wait till my next Columbus trip to try more!!Great place!“

“Super friendly staff. Great portions and great food. Chicken, lamb, and rice were all great and topped with the perfect amount of white sauce. Seasoned fries were absolutely amazing! Wish the hot sauce was a little spicier, but not a big deal.“

“The food is very delicious and came out with lightning speed quickness. I got the calamari as an appetizer and it’s probably one the best I’ve ever had. I ordered the Gyro and the Greek fries and it didn’t disappoint. The Greek fries were good and maybe the toppings were a little bit too much after being full off of gyro and calamari.“

“The question is: “What do I recommend about Kebab Hummus Grill?” The answer is: EVERYTHING! From the atmosphere, to the service, to the cleanliness, to the AMAZING food, we love this place. The shorbat adas (crushed lentil soup) and the roasted cauliflower entree are worth the trip alone, but they have such a varied and inclusive menu there’s literally something for everyone. Five stars!“

“Gyro was fantastic and the fries were done the way you expect a Greek place to do. While waiting for my takeout order I got to have a nice conversation with Tressa (hope I'm spelling your name right) and when my food came out she made sure I had everything that I needed.Great place all around!“

“There’s a reason why this place has been around for a long time and it’s no secret that the food is always consistently hot, seasoned well,priced reasonably and the owner and staff are kind and gentle people with smiles on their faces! Highly recommend eating here.“

“We celebrated a special occasion today at sidebar and it was amazing! Chef Felipe prepared a special dinner for us which we ordered with 24 hours advance notice. Paella! It was the most amazing meal I have ever eaten! Not only was the food spectacular but the service was amazing also! we would definitely recommend sidebar Columbus!“

“My wife and I love to eat at Aladdin. We get vegetarian options such as the sampler platter appetizer with grape leaves, falafel, hummus, tabouli, etc. We also have dessert here too because they often have gluten free cookies.Vegetarian options: There are several options for vegetariansDietary restrictions: There are several options for gluten free“

“One of my friends and I decided to try Agapé for lunch today - the first time for each of us. I had done a search for “Greek” restaurants near Gahanna, and this came up on the list. We’re so glad we came in!The staff was incredibly friendly, and they were very kind to answer all my questions. Kenny the Manager was super nice, and he was very appreciative of us stopping in for lunch. Abby, Aleks, and Vincent were just as nice as they could be, and they each gave us their own recommendations on what we should try.My friend and I each got a bowl. Mine was rice, lentils, all the veggies, falafel, and house dressing. Hers was the salad mix and rice, chicken, veggies, and house dressing. We each got one order of pita, but honestly we could have shared just one serving instead of getting two. They give you several pieces in each bag!My bowl was delicious, in fact it was the first time I’ve ever truly LOVED my falafel at any Mediterranean-style restaurant. It tasted so good. The variety of veggies, dips (I got hummus) and dressing choices (mine was the “house” garlic dressing) were all but perfect.Totally reminded me of a Greek style Bibibop restaurant. And since I love Greek food so much, Agapé definite takes first prize in my book!Thank you for such a great first experience, and I can’t wait to return again sometime! And thank you also for the baklava treats you gave me at the end!!! I’ll share one with my husband, since he wasn’t able to come with us today.Highly recommended!“

“I love this place. That being said, there was an odor we noticed that was a bit unpleasant. It was raining that evening so maybe the sewers were having an issue but the smell was not good. I think we adjusted to it because it seemed stronger when we first sat down and then we didn't really notice it after some time passed. The food/drinks were great and I always recommend this place.“

“First time here and definitely a win! Great homemade middle eastern food! Lebanese style! Service is excellent and great little atmosphere! Food quality is outstanding and prices are very fair! Definitely will be back as I love supporting the family owned restaurants!“

“Friends from out of town had eaten at Anna's before. They wanted authentic Greek food and we met them there. It was a great night with great food, superior service and a nice place to meet up with old friends. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered.“

“Today was my first time and it truly caught me by surprise!Went in around 1 o clock expecting a huge line due to it being lunch time but we were the first ones to order & everything was presented & displayed so easily to choose from.There definitely needs to be more of these spread around the city! 10/10 recommended“

“Hello,Dear Mezze,On 2/17/24 ordered Hummus and Mezze 3 choice sampler via UberE !!(In Uber feedback, I attempted to leave “2 thumbs up” for each item, however I hurried. If I hit thumb down, was accident, if I did!)This place has so many delicious , fresh flavors and have included fish, which was great, tasty, healthy choice!There was more food and sufficient leftovers for price compared to other places!Patrons also have options of spice levels!This is a new Mediterranean favorite!“

“My biggest peeve with this store, any store really… is 90% of their items are not marked with a price. I do not want to have to ask the cashier every 2 minutes how much is this. I purchased a bag of rice for $27 that’s $20 at Costco. But Costco was out of the way so I payed the $27!But on the other hand, they had everything i needed on my list. They have cheeses, yogurts, nuts, olives/pickles, bread… honestly any “Mediterranean” needs.“

“Came here for dinner on a weekday around 7:30pm and there were plenty of open tables. The menu was very extensive with a lot of Turkish and Mediterranean food options. Also, the portions were huge! You could share one main with two salads and be good. Overall great vibe, food, and the staff were very nice and professional.“

“Really cool place, it's right in the middle of the city so there is no parking. The place has a cool vibe, and a bar right when you walk in. Some of the aesthetic was kind of cheesy though, with the pillars and arches everywhere but there was a giant mural on one wall that was cool. The food was a little pricey, but boy was it delicious. We didn't try any of the expensive dinners, but we ordered some salad and the Greek spread combo that comes with four different spreads of your choice. Our waiter was very friendly and had a good attitude, he was almost more excited about the food than we were. Had a great experience would visit again.“

“I'm new to greek. I haven't been living my best life at all. It's soooo good. This is a great restaurant. Of the few I've tried, they have the best spanakopita. Definitely, adding this to my favorite spots list. I want to try everything.“

“This was my first time at Nazareth Restaurant. I ordered the Chicken Shawarma and I also got a side of hummus. Both were excellent! I was impressed with the menu, too. Nice variety of food and decent prices! Staff is very friendly. I love Middle Eastern food and there are very few of these restaurants in town especially ones that are reasonably priced, so I think this is a gem of a place!“

“My husband and I had our first date ever at Claudiana. And for 5 years now, we’ve never had less than excellent food and service. We celebrated our Valentine’s Day together last night and I just have to say how wonderful everything was. The Marsala and side of fettuccine - 10/10. The lasagna - 10/10. Andrew was an excellent server and very kind. Thank you all again for a wonderful dining experience!“

“An absolutely wonderful hidden gem. Iraqi/Mediterranean cuisine that is prepared from scratch with high quality ingredients. The lentil soup that kicks off your meal is addictive and truly sets your taste buds ablaze with flavor. They have dishes that are easily digestible to America palettes like the Chicken kabobs, the chicken shawarma sandwich, and even a burger. The staff are super polite and friendly and handsome! It's a nice restaurant that is in the strip mall by the Cinemark theater on Bethel. Go there now before people catch on and it's mobbed. A+“

“Been rockin' with this joint since literally day one when they opened next door to campus. Day ONE. The folks who own/run it are incredibly warm and kind. Always kind service. The food is always fresh. Sad day when they shut down the campus location and went downtown only. I could walk three blocks when they had the campus location. However, lunch around noon-1230 gets PACKED now. But their employees work very fast, but attentively.I always get a make your own bowl. Loaded with power greens and nearly every veggie item they have. Always get the chicken kabob as my protein option. Their hummus and sauces/dressings are to die for.Prices are oddly low. Been going there for nearly seven years now and will happily continue. A genuine joy in serving folks, always fresh, always delicious, low prices and the place is always spotless clean.**Side note: I admire the dignity in which the manager and employees treat homeless folks who come in. Just a caveat. But they always treat them with warmth and respect whereas most others wouldnt.“

“We are from out of town and needed to feed 16 people after our original plan fell through. I called and spoke to Jeremy and he was quick to accommodate. I have to say the service was impeccable and so was the food. Every one of our orders was perfectly prepared and delicious. Our server ( I’m sorry i don’t remember her name, but I’m sure she knows who we are talking about) was amazing and professional and never missed a beat! I would highly recommend this establishment !! Thank you all so much ❤️“

“Ordered some wraps from Grubhub. They were delicious, but sat in my stomach like a brick. It was a bit too much for me, but because it tasted so good, I ate it all anyway. I regretted it later. Maybe I'm bad at portioning, or maybe I need a smaller serving to begin with. I would eat there again.“