44 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Vancouver

“Great, unique food, excellent friendly service. Special thanks to Erica for her service extraordinaire…“

“Went to Moltaq in Yaletown today after an event, and I honestly can’t say enough good things about it! The food was absolutely amazing—flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. But what truly made the experience unforgettable was the incredible service. Our server, Anna, went above and beyond. She was so patient, kind, and accommodating, even stepping in as our unofficial photographer to help us capture the moment. Honestly, she made us feel so welcome and cared for.
Highly recommend this place—not just for the delicious food but also for the warm and genuine hospitality. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Anytime I'm in Vancouver this is always a spot to go to. Birthday celebrations, lunch date or romantic dinner. The food is always delicious, flavorful and perfect balance of spices. I always recommend this place for anytime dinning. The staff are amazing and the recommendations are on point. ny favorite time to go are evenings - intimate and cozy. 5 stars !!!!“

“We shared this dish and it was really tasty.“

“I went to your restaurant for the first time this Oct. The love you showed us through your food is beyond any words could say. The food was amazing, and the family-style service allowed me to try a variety of excellent Palestinian cuisine. I cannot wait to bring my family and eat again at your restaurant. I HIGHLY recommend your food and restaurant.“

“Absolutely 10/10. Leisurely no rush dining , superb service ( the test : never realized my water glass was being filled ) . We ordered the Hydra favourite of lightly fried zucchini and eggplant , shared the sea bream family platter grilled ( the potatoes are incredible ). Sea bream beautifully filleted at the table . We finished with the olive oil chocolate cake - decadent . The cocktails are inventive . An overall incredible dining experience .“

“We ordered food several times for our office meeting lunches (up to 40 orders) and every time the food quality and quantity was amazing and exceeded our expectations. Alex was very accommodating and helpful while processing food order and figuring out the logistics. Thank you Hungry Zus, we will be back! Irena“

“Friendly staff. Quick service. Tasty Food. Perfect breakfast spot. No wait on a Sunday late morning.“

“Homa restaurant has healthy and delicious food and its employees are kind, active and compassionate with new management. Thank you.“

“5 stars! We visited Khaghan Restaurant on Tuesday and had an amazing experience. The food quality was top-notch, and the service was excellent. I ordered the lamb shank and my wife had the grilled salmon with dill rice— both were absolutely delicious and perfectly cooked. Everything was just great. Highly recommended! Definitely worth a visit.“

“Anytime I'm in Vancouver this is always a spot to go to. Birthday celebrations, lunch date or romantic dinner. The food is always delicious, flavorful and perfect balance of spices. I always recommend this place for anytime dinning. The staff are amazing and the recommendations are on point. ny favorite time to go are evenings - intimate and cozy. 5 stars !!!!“

“I love love love this place. I've only ever done Doordash so I have no idea what it's like inside or if the people who run it are nice, but they seriously stuff those takeout containers with delicious food so they're definitely generous. The mixed chicken/beef platter is my favorite, but we also love the tabblouleh. The rice is in the platter is wonderful. It looks pretty standard, even a little boring (it looks like it's going to be flavourless), but it is seasoned so nicely and is always cooked perfectly. The meats are super flavourful and have crispy edges, and the hummus and little salad that come with the platter are both perfect. The value is great - you get a lot of food for around $20, so much that we always have leftovers. My new Doordash favourite!“

“absolutely mind blowing.

for under $20 i got a crispy chicken burger and a beer.

kind service, super friendly.
loved the music.

the portion was just crazy though.
i would recommend this place any day.“

“Love this place, except that not all staff are on the same page with how to fill their spoons when making the wraps. Shouldn’t have to ask to have a proper amount — a tsp of filling isn’t sufficient. 2nd time I’ve had a wrap and the first few bites are only pita because it isn’t full.

Normally can get 2 servings out of 1 because they’re big and full! But not always, depends on who makes it-_- which is kinda annoying.“

“It’s always awesome to have great and fresh food with amazing varieties of items of both vegetarian and non vegetarian that are sure to please everyone’s taste buds and one such place is there within easy reach and reasonable pricing. This is the place which has been in operation for several years now helping many office workers in the tower and many people in and around the area. The portions come with choice of meats and two vegetable items totally complimentary! For the carb, they serve hot rice with a surprising addition of a fried papad at no charge. This has been my ‘go to’ place for my lunch everyday for many years so long I was working in the tower office and now having retired visit this place without fail whenever I happened to visit downtown Vancouver. Great quality with no change in taste and flavour for years. Checkout their special item of the day, that is on every weekday Recommended highly!

Vegetarian options: Vegetable items - brussels, cabbage, chickpea curry, kidney beans curry, sautéed masala potatoes“

“Fresh, authentic manaqeesh; friendly service.“

“Great food😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊“

“Eat here. Its so good. I've been eating shawarma type food for 4 days straight and this is the best one I've had. Super lovely staff as well. Such reasonable prices! Dont miss out. These guys rock.
I had the chicken fries salad box for 13 bucks. Fries were made in front of me...fresh. the chicken was great quality.“

“One of the most establish small business in town for the last 20 years,Bad reviews are not his restaurant. It is the new restaurant next door, it seems they have the same address. I always feel like eating at home in here. I’m at Five Star because he’s the best.“

“As someone who cannot eat gluten, I was so pleasantly surprised by how many gluten free options are at Il Nido. I had the gnocchi dish with prawns and it was amazing. All service staff were lovely as well, as was the atmosphere. Will definitely come back!“

“Great food and AMAZING service by young man working evening (9pm) of July 17/2025!!! Helped me to get exactly what I was craving - checked with me to see if I wanted a bit more of this or that just to flavor it perfectly - wonderful attention to detail that I didn't even think to request customization on!! I've come before, this topped a previous great experience, it keeps impressing!!!!!“

“Today, I was so hungry that I ordered the chicken shawarma rice and the chicken shawarma rice plate—and honestly, it was the best meal I’ve ever had! The chicken was juicy, perfectly seasoned, and packed with flavor, while the rice was soft and fragrant, making every bite absolutely delightful. I’ve had shawarma before, but nothing compares to this!

I was so impressed that I started joking with the chef, asking him to share the secret recipe. He just smiled and said, “Always do everything with a fool’s heart.” That moment made the experience even more special—it showed how much love and passion they put into their food.

The staff was warm and welcoming, and the atmosphere of the shop felt inviting and authentic. You can tell that every dish is made with care.

If you’re looking for a place where food is made with heart and soul, Afghani Kabul Kebab Donair is the perfect spot. I’ll definitely be back for more! Thank you for such an amazing meal and a memorable experience!“

“Maria’s Taverna had a great ambience and delicious food. I shared appetizers meat balls, spanakopita and taziki and hummus! So delicious I took a doggie bag home for my chicken souvlaki. Thanks I definitely recommend!“

“😎 Been coming here since these folks took over, around 2010 or so. I do hope they are open again after their recent disaster.“

“I was going to leave 5 stars because campus doesn’t have the best shawarma spots and this is *relatively* good so far, but I had a few suggestions I hope this place can implement to be improve:

The first time I ordered shawarma on fries, it was extremely good. Fresh and hot, plus tasted great. The second time, the chicken was unfortunately stale and not even warm, and the fries seemed like they’d been thrown in the fryer multiple times.

Both times, my food container was covered in grease and/or sauce that made my hands dirty on the go. Not the biggest deal, but I hope staff can be mindful about this as it changes the experience.

I hope they continue serving fresh and hot food rather than leftovers or stale food.“

“The savory aroma of seasoned meat fills the air. A warm, soft flatbread cradles the flavorful filling. Fresh toppings add a delightful crunch and zest. Each bite is a burst of textures and tastes. This truly sounds like a satisfying and delicious meal.“

“atención rápida , excelente servicio de Laura la chica de Brasil, comida sabrosa y a buen precio.“

“We had a good dining experiences!“

“This Donair Dude location has become one of my go-to spots for a quick, satisfying meal. One thing that really stands out is how clean the store is. Every time I visit, the counters, tables, and even the sauce station are spotless. I’ve also never seen a single fly or fruit gnat here — which is honestly rare for a place that deals with fresh ingredients and open toppings. Major bonus points for hygiene!

The portions are generous, especially the chicken. I always order the chicken wrap or plate, and they never skimp on the meat. It’s always juicy, well-seasoned, and perfectly cooked. You definitely get good value for the price.

The service is also worth mentioning. There’s a young lady who often works at the front — she’s super friendly and always greets customers with a warm smile. She’s patient when I take forever choosing sauces, and she makes the whole experience more enjoyable.

It’s refreshing to see a fast food-style place that puts this much care into both food and service. Highly recommend if you’re looking for clean, tasty, and generous donairs with great vibes!“

“My mom and I stopped by for lunch while walking Granville strip. Super awesome food, giant portions, great ladies working there! Will be back for sure!“

“Really yummy place with so many great options on the menu! The chickpea fries were a cool concept—fun to try but not our favorite. The spicy carrots, though, were amazing, and we loved the overall variety and freshness of everything. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Vancouver!“

“Such a friendly customer service, very police, and professional. The delivery is always on time. Thank you!“

“Delicious Chicken Wraps. Loves the sauce (tzatziki). Excellent service. Portions are filling.“

“Delicious desserts, clean and pleasant atmosphere. Had the Bow-tie pastry. So yummy.“

“Absolutely a million percent recommendation! Every detail was perfect 😍from the dishes to the service and the design. The music is top-notch, easily the best in Vancouver, and the cocktails were soo good ! I celebrated my birthday dinner here, and it was incredible. Can’t wait to come back!“

“Beautiful restaurant. Food was outstanding...very good atmosphere. Our server was excellent, engaging and present , great experience. We will be back.“

“Very authentic Italian food. Great service. Good pricing. Nice atmosphere.Very good weekend brunch with a nice Italian version of Eggs Benedict.“

“I used to go to their other place in downtown which closed a few years ago. Not sure if the current place is the same owner or not. I liked their cheakpea and cabbage, but the chicken curry tasted way below my expectation. Don't recommend their chicken curry.“

“We celebrated our anniversary at Bae Side last night, and everything was wonderful. Savi was an excellent server, attentive and friendly, making our experience even more enjoyable. Parth did an amazing job crafting our drinks, they were perfect.The overall atmosphere and service made our celebration truly special. Highly recommend😊“

“A favourite bar in Vancouver for light snacks & aperitifs. Barra 41 is the bar attached to Minerva's Greek restaurant (which has been around forever) and serves the same great quality food from it's kitchen. All the food & beer on tap is good, and you can also order from the restaurant menu. The atmosphere & service of this bar takes Barra the next levrl. Highly recommended and worth the trip to karisdale. Happy hour specials are offered daily from 3 - 5 PM.“

“I'll try not to now waste your time - this place is really friendly, clean and serves really solid food with excellent portions for decent prices. I live in the neighborhood, and actual get take out there a few times a week. I do like me some donair meat, and every once in a while I go on a rampage lol. I usually get the beef platter, but I've been known to get the chicken, lamb or a combo. It's good food, what more can an honest donair fan ask for? I'll bet the majority of folks will really like it. Oh and the hummus is really good as well. Good food, very nice people, family run - it's nice to have a decent donair place in the neighborhood.“

“We stopped in because it was so crowded when we passed by twice... OMG! The food was nothing short of fabulous... I will be back if ever in Vancouver again. YUM!“

“I'm from WA, and we don't have Donair Dude, but every time we visit Van, we make it a point to get our DD fix. From the moment you walk in, the tantalizing aroma of perfectly seasoned meats and warm spices hits you like a welcoming hug.

Their signature chicken donair pita wrap is my go-to. It's tender, juicy, and flavorful AF. The meat is spiced to perfection; the pita is soft yet crunchy and sturdy enough to hold all the deliciousness. The house-made spreads are pure magic—the creamy garlic and spicy red pepper paste are a must—rich and creamy with just the right kick of zest to elevate the experience. And if you're feeling adventurous, I highly recommend adding their sweet and paprika cilantro sauces. They offer a delightful twist that pairs surprisingly well with the savory goodness.

The staff are rockstars, too—friendly and accommodating. Plus, the portions are generous, leaving you full and happy without breaking the bank.

Looking forward to my next visit!“

“I was walking around finding a good spot for a quick drink but looking at the menu make me wanted to order something! I ordered a butter chicken and my friend a pasta ! Both delicious! And the server very helpful, checking on us and very polite, all the time smiling ! Nice spot ! Highly recommended“