50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Albany

“Un rendez-vous avec la bonne gastronomie le service rapide et l’endroit agréable merci 🙏“

“What an amazing night at Chez Mansour! We went to watch Terga Group, and everything was absolutely wonderful. The music was incredible, the ambiance was vibrant and welcoming, and the food was delicious.

On top of that, the owner is extremely kind and made us feel right at home. You can really feel the passion and care behind this place. A perfect spot for a great evening with live music, good vibes, and amazing food.

Highly recommend, we’ll definitely be back!“

“Lovely atmosphere and service from the hostess to our servers. Menu is unique yet simple. Great for vegetarians looking for finer menu. Every bite was flavorful and delicious!“

“Last year, during my first visit to San Francisco, I discovered this restaurant and absolutely loved it. Now I’m back in San Francisco for the second time, and on my very first day in town, I knew I had to come back here.

The food is incredibly delicious! I was so excited to start eating that I completely forgot to take a picture of the chicken soup, but I did manage to get photos of the İskender and the dessert. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and just as amazing as I remembered.

If you’re in San Francisco, you should definitely give this place a try—you won’t regret it!“

“My friend and I were visiting CA from Tunisia and stopped here for a taste of home. The chef's dishes are delicious and showcase his unique personal touch on classic recipes. We enjoyed everything we ate, and especially recommend the spicy cauliflower and deviled eggs. The meat in the tagines was incredibly tender and flavorful. As we say in Tunisia, Saha w bishfe! Enjoy!“

“Bistro 4293 is truly something special. The food is absolutely incredible, with every dish prepared with exceptional care, flavor, and attention to detail. You can tell there is real passion behind everything that comes out of the kitchen.

What makes this restaurant even more memorable is the owner, Anar. He is one of the kindest and most genuine people you could ever meet, and his warmth and hospitality make you feel completely welcome from the moment you arrive. It is rare to find a restaurant where both the food and the people leave such a lasting impression.

Bistro 4293 deserves every bit of praise it receives. Outstanding food, wonderful service, and an owner who truly cares about his guests. I cannot recommend Anar and this restaurant highly enough. An absolute gem!“

“Absolutely loved this brunch spot! Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The avocado toast was impressive. The lamb burrito was the standout for me. It’s not something you see at most brunch places, and the combination of flavors was unique, well-seasoned, and absolutely delicious.“

“Exceptional flavors and ingredient combinations. Beautiful atmosphere, great staff, and excellent prices. I am only in San Francisco for 4 days and I might come back a second time because the food was so great. Well worth the visit!!!!!“

“Always excited to try a new Mediterranean restaurant, and Kolaj really surprised me. The beef doner was so perfect, I felt forced to take my time with it. Definitely will be back to try the pastries. I saw some kadayıf in there and that's my favorite.“

“Best food Ever!! It’s super clean and healthy and nutritious. Try the lavender or clove kumbucha we loved both! And we tried both wraps they were so delicious. Definitely appreciate the warm hospitality and cute vibes upstairs:) Loved it!“

“great food! period. love it“

“As a girl moving to San Francisco, I can confidently say that this restaurant has become my regular spot! When I used to visit my sister who lives in the bay area, we came to this place and instantly fell in love. It felt like a taste of back home with the authentic spices and lively ambience. The food was delicious, extremely fresh and well seasoned. Everything came out piping hot and was clearly made with fresh ingredients. That’s hard to find nowadays. We ordered just about everything popular on the menu and I definitely recommend the sultani… the char on the meat is truly one of a kind. I also recommend the manti. It’s so unique but the tarte yogurt mixed with the tomato sauce just works. The service was also impeccable. Our waiter, Hussein, was so helpful and took great care of us during our stay. We didn’t want to leave! It was such a beautiful stay and I will definitely be returning for the coming years that I will live in SF!“

“Wow, unbelievably delicious, and a beautiful, calm vibe, too! A wide selection of amazing-looking salads to mix and match; I got one with figs, fennel, and goat cheese and one with sweet potatoes and roasted tomatoes, and both were super-good. The salads come with rice and arugula, and you can add extra proteins if you want. Very enjoyable — I’ll be back!“

“I had the chicken Shawarma and let me tell you – it was Absolutely delicious. Packed with chicken, hummus and veggies. Throw a little hot sauce on and you just took it to 11.

Also ordered fries and they came out hot crispy and delicious. 10 out of 10 will be returning. I’m stuffed.“

“I had the opportunity to enjoy their food at a recent pop-up restaurant put on by La cucina in San Francisco! their cuisine is Algerian and very delicious! I have never had the chance to experience this particular cuisine and now I cannot wait until they open the Municipal Marketplace in San Francisco's tenderloin neighborhood! expected to open in July, KAYMA will be one of the stalls featured there. absolutely every morsel I tried at that dinner was delicious but they're brined black olives were incredible! hoping they will have them available in jars to take home!“

“Amazing food, warm hospitality, and a relaxing and beautiful ambience on the outdoor patio. My husband and I have come here repeatedly because it's always such a wonderful experience. Perfect for date nights or just spending time with friends. The chef, manager, and staff are always so friendly and kind. One of my favorite spots in Alameda!“

“Octopus was very very delicious“

“An enchanting and magical place.“

“I ordered the Salmon plater it was fresh, the rice was so good and instead of hummus I ordered salad which was also great, and the thin bread omg it was amazing everything was delicious. The price it's right loved it!! I just started working around the area so I had a great experience it clean and smelled clean.“

“Pàr napja itt vacsoràztunk a csalàdommal!Az ètelek isteni finomak voltak. Csirke gyros tàlat ès a Mix Grill hús tàlat vàlasztottunk, friss volt minden! A Hummust mindenkinek ajànlom, hogy kóstolja meg! Mennyei finom volt! Kedves kiszolgàlàs ès èlő zene is volt! Mindenkinek csak ajànlani tudom ezt a helyet! Visszatèrünk mèg! We had dinner here a couple of days ago with my family! The food was delicious. We chose the Chicken Gyros platter and the Mix Grill meat platter, everything was fresh! I recommend the Hummus to everyone to try! It was heavenly delicious! There was also nice service and live music! I can only recommend this place to everyone! We will be back!“

“האוכל הזכיר אוכל של בית. מה שחסר לנו פה בארה״ב מוסיקה ישראלית משובחת וחומוס טעים. הרגשה של ישראל באמריקה👏👏👏“

“I recently dined at Barcha Restaurant and had an exceptional experience. The restaurant offers a stylish and welcoming atmosphere that is perfect for both casual gatherings and special occasions. From the moment I arrived, the staff was attentive, professional, and genuinely focused on providing excellent service.

The food was outstanding, featuring fresh ingredients, vibrant flavors, and beautiful presentation. The menu offers a diverse selection of dishes inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, including options that can accommodate various dietary preferences. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and served promptly, making the meal both enjoyable and memorable.

The restaurant was clean, elegant, and well maintained, creating a comfortable dining environment. The combination of excellent hospitality, high-quality cuisine, and inviting ambiance made this a standout experience. I would gladly return and highly recommend Barcha Restaurant to anyone looking for delicious food, attentive service, and a memorable dining experience.“

“Great food, service & outdoor seating!“

“Karam is a great addition to Polk St. I enjoyed dining in on a week night. The staff are very sweet and attentive.
I ordered the chicken shish taouk plate as well as the humus bayrooty. I was blown away by both. The food is exceptionally flavorful. Chicken was grilled to perfection. And the extra garlic dip and spicy sauce is the cherry on top. I can't wait to be back!“

“It was our first time and the service was amazing. Our dinner was more than excellent, the grilled pork chops with sweet potato puree best ever tasted. Great selection in red wine and great atmosphere! Owners were there and were very welcoming and down to earth! 100% recommended“

“My friends and I just spotted your restaurant after being at a movie on Chestnut st. We just wanted a light bite to eat, we chose the Red Lentil soup fantastic. The Spanikopita excellent and a Bean dish all e with delicious Pita and red Huumus?. We will return.Thank you.!“

“I met up with a friend who chose this spot for its gluten-free options. I ordered the chicken gyro with everything, including hot sauce. It was okay. The chicken could have used more flavor, and the spicy sauce needed more of a kick. Overall, it's a great place for a quick bite with friendly staff and plenty of seating.“

“What a fantastic find! I had the Kibbi Platter with a side of the homemade falafel, and everything was absolutely delicious. The flavors were authentic, fresh, and clearly made with care. The warm, homemade pita bread that accompanied the meal was some of the best I’ve had.

For dessert, don’t skip the homemade almond cake—it was outstanding. Pair it with a traditional Turkish coffee (or regular coffee if you prefer) for the perfect finish to a wonderful meal.

The service was just as impressive as the food. Antonio was welcoming, friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel at home. It’s the kind of hospitality that keeps you coming back.

If you’re looking for authentic Mediterranean cuisine in San Francisco, Palmyra is a must-visit. Exceptional food, wonderful service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Highly recommended—I can’t wait to return!“

“I lived in the Middle East and what Mezze and Mooore offers is of the same high standard as the best restaurants in Beirut.“

“Wonderful food, amazing staff and great atmosphere.
Kabobs were tender, delicious and juicy, and taste Persian. The couscous dish was fantastic and is worth going back for.

I found this place on a work trip, while looking for a place to watch a world cup match and I cannot believe my luck.

While chatting with the chef Aghiles, he described the dishes and their Algerian/Berber origins of the menu and the Persian cuisine influence (You can see th in the spelling).

Many thanks to chef Aghiles and the staff for an amazing experience. I'm looking forward to be back and taste all the items on the menu.“

“Coming from Europe, I hadn’t had a kebab in years and this definitely put me in HEAVEN. The Shawarmas were absolutely amazing as well as the baklavas. The owner was friendly and accessible.
I was just so sad I wasn’t able to grab some, one more time before we left (they’re closed on the weekends).
I definitely recommend this place!!! Thank you for bringing this to America🫶🏼“

“Heathly food. The Shawarma wrap it's my favorite. I love it!!!“

“Great organic and delicious wraps burritos and plates thank you 😊“

“اكل حلال اسعار في متناول اليد تعامل قمة في الذوق“

“Delicious food. Interesting menu. Try the cauliflower. Try the lamb. Try the börek. Very friendly staff. Nice outdoor Parklet. Intimate indoor tables.And don’t forget the Turkish beer.“

“I've seen this place hyped up on social media as one of the best chicken sandwiches out there and had to give it a try.

Got the szechuan chicken sando, the turkey salami and the sesame chocolate chip cookie. Does it live up to the hype?

The short answer is not really, at least in the chicken sando arena. It's a good chicken sando, it could absolutely do with some more pickled flavor, it's a little one note, I'd love the slaw to be pickled to break up the flavor. The bun is excellent, but the sandwich should be $5-6 cheaper, it's almost $20 and for what it is, while good, is simply not worth it when you can get extremely good chicken sandos all over oakland for much cheaper. Again, it's tasty, probably a one and done for me.

The turkey salami was kind of the star. Great bread, big sando (has to be for almost $20), you can tell it's a quality sando. Would I make a habit of getting sandwiches this expensive? Absolutely not. But it's worth trying and is very good.

The cookie was pretty good, room temp but managed to still have gooey chocolate. $7 is a lot for a cookie but it was tasty and not gonna gripe. Seems like a standard choc chip cookie tho, didn't really get a sesame flavor or see any sesames.

The staff were hustling and this place was doing a lot of business so clearly everything is going right. It's a take out only spot and they have a line so be prepared for that.

TLDR- Is it good? Yes. Is it a must try? No. Is it worth trying? Absolutely. Does $50 for 2 sandos and a cookie in oakland feel like highway robbery? A little bit.“

“Everything looks just amazing. Truly Mediterranean came highly recommended!“

“5 stars. Amazing food from the lentil soup to dessert. Highly recommend.“

“Great food lovely location“

“The lamb and beef doner was very good as was the chicken doner with lots of flavor. When busy seating can be a little tight but also look to the right of entry for additional seating area. Will be back to try more of their other dishes as they drew attention when they went by to serve for other patrons“

“Took my family to this new Mediterranean spot in Oakland and we were blown away. The shawarma plate comes loaded with seasoned saffron yellow rice, crispy spiced fries, fresh salad, and the meat is charred and tender with tahini and paprika on top. The hummus is silky and authentic. The Kabab was really juicy and well cooked, and the chef is very hospitable.
But what really got us? They brought out tea without us even asking. That kind of hospitality hits different.
Oakland needed this place. We’re already planning our next visit. 🥙🫶​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​“

“Nice large TV screen for FIFA World cup viewing. Great Halal food. Recommend the chicken Shawarma wrap. Everything is fresh and price is very decent. Wish they had more seating but plenty of space to hang out with the boys and watch soccer if youre into that.“

“I do love the breakfast here. The polenta with greens is my standard order. The green shakshuka really is greener than you were expecting. If you come as a party you can sample the various different kinds of hummus. Haven't been disappointed by anything on the menu.“

“Old Jerusalem is one of my favorite restaurants for Middle Eastern food on San Francisco’s Mission St. I ordered the Mansaf last time and it was amazing, so I had to come back and order the Mousakhan this time. Dunya was amazing host again and very knowledgeable of the menu and dishes. The complimentary beets and olives were a nice little appetizer while the food gets prepared. The pita with the side sauces were also a great refresher. I ordered the coffee this time and it was a unique flavor that I enjoyed. The Mousakhan dish was a feast! Easily sharable but I devoured it. The chicken was well seasoned and tender. I liked how it was served over a pita bread which soaked in the flavor. Eating with hands is the best for this meal and the whole experience was exceptional. I was too full for dessert but I will be back for the kunafa!“

“Great food and service! Special atmosphere“

“Fast, fresh and consistently good. I've never had a bad meal here“

“We wanted a quick, healthy lunch. In our group, we had a dietary issue with fatty foods and a severe gluten allergy. The Cafe Elena team were wonderful. All our meals were really good. The lunch area was quiet with ample seating. We would eat there any time we were in the area.“

“rice pudding, cookies, borek,“

“Super yummy hummus plates, falafel, kebabs and salads. Found this gem while on a walk in China town. Not easy to find, but once you know where to find it you will come back again and again. Sooooo good.“