50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Compton

“Oh my, I think I have a new addiction. The green Olive. This little grill, so delicious. Parking is a problem, unless you park in front of another business unit. Greek Grilled and charbroiled Kabobs Chicken,Fillet Migon are my favorite. The portions are squeezed into small styrofoam containers. Not good for the environment! But the food is delicious. Prices are the maximum I pay for street eats. The service? They have a hard working good group, so tip them. No pictures here, because I'm hungry. Only caution, They take on line orders, hopefully you don't get behind a slew of them,or your order may take a little longer, but you can bet it will be worth the wait.“

“This is a 5+++, as you would be hard-pressed to find a more creative, flavorful and truly life-changing pasta meal than at Cento. The Spicy Pomodoro Pasta may be the singularly most delicious pasta dish on earth. The lamb meatballs… to die for. The grilled octopus, OMG. Pasta will never be the same for you. The beet spaghetti? Just ask Luca… it becomes part of you. Highly recommended.“

“This is one of those places I wish I had tried earlier. Everything we’ve had was fresh, high quality and delicious. I’d suggest ordering at the restaurant so you can meet the terrific people who own the restaurant and experience the care they put into making your meal.“

“You will not find better service than when you enter Borjstar. Honestly, they treat you like a star. They are attentive and incredibly kind, friendly, and accommodating. The food is just as great. Very flavorful and leaves you wanting more! They also have a yogurt/ice cream dispenser so you can treat yourself before/after your meal. Put Borjstar on your list of restaurants to visit in the Gardena/South Bay area. You won't regret it!“

“Delicious food and friendly service. Ordered to go, but ended up staying and eating in the patio area which has heat lamps. This place is small and no indoor dining.Will definitely go back!Parking: Street parking only in a crowded neighborhood.“

“Hands down the best birria tacos and fusion shawerma I've ever had. I might as well pitch a tent outside.Ivan provided great customer service and helped me pick exactly what I needed off the menu. Definitely coming back here to try the rest.“

“Their grilled vegetables are snapping! Love their green sauce (not the Mexican one and I think it’s called chimichurri or something like that), it goes really well with the grilled chicken and vegetables we ordered. Love the hummus and yogurt, salad and the dressing. Clean and tidy. Friendly staff. The owner/chief who was with us patiently help us out with the choices for the bowl and very passionate about delivering friendly service. Definitely will visit again! Very healthy options too!Vegetarian options: Grilled vegetables, salad, hummus, corn, tomatoes and cucumber toppings, vegetarian sauce and salad dressing“

“Because I missed eating Arabic food in America, I immediately went for a walk by chance to this restaurant.It is an ancient Eastern Arab charm of Lebanese food with international standardsReception girl is not niceThe waitress who took the order was very nice and cheerfulAs for dessert, it is necessary to try it after eatingTry Crumble Baklava with ice cream, it is very delicious“

“1st time here with my fiance, can I say excellent food and excellent service. Great shareable portions!!!Meat, chicken, and lamb were super tender and flavorful.Lebanese red blend wine, and Almaza beer were both on point.Ask for Kristal she is very friendly and helpful, we are definitely coming back.“

“Have been coming to LBX for a while now to try new things and I can definitely say that this is now one of my favorite places to go to. Shout out to Jesus for being extremely nice and recommending me a dish that was absolutely delicious! I will definitely be coming back and bringing my friends and family along with me next time.“

“We made a reservation and were greeted warmly and walked to our table right on time. The server was also prompt and very sweet. The food was outstanding - we absolutely want to go back and try everything. The spicy hummus is to die for, the muttabal was rich and smoky, and the shakshoukah was accompanied with delicious sourdough so we got to try everything with both pita and excellent local bread. I had a Rose wine from Lebanon that was delicious and earthy, not overly sweet. The tahini chocolate chip cookie and pistachio baklava were exquisite. Overall a fantastic experience and they're representing the top tier delicacies of the Levant without having to travel thousands of miles!“

“My family and I love stopping by at this location for a meal whenever we in town visit my parents. I never get disappointed. Last night, 12/23/23, our meals were not prepared correctly. What impressed me is that they rectify it immediately without any negative attitudes. Compliments to the manager and staff at this location for continuously making my family’s and mine dining experience so enjoyable. Thank you.“

“ordered from the walk up window after scoping out the menu online. Their online ordering wasn't working. I ordered the Gyro Burrito because it looked so good in the picture. It took about 20 minutes for take out but everything is made fresh. It was one of the few times that l've ever gotten food that looked as good or better than the picture. The burrito is HUGE! I tried a bite & it tasted even better than it looked! Out of habit, I always get extra sauce in the side & their King sauce is like a Tahini type sauce only more complex & tastier. It really enhanced the flavors of everything, especially the gyro meat. Before I knew it, I had devoured the burrito & an entire cup of the King sauce. I'm definitely going back VERY soon & often!“

“As entreprenuers we travel the world and the unknown and get to have great experiences with people. Today we visited World Famous Grill in Downey and Hassan was the perfect gentleman. He helped us with a Kabob Combo Plate with hummus, rice salad and pita bread along with their famous Western Burger which was monstrous and delicious. Our daughter was also able to order chicken nuggets and fries as well. We appreciate these small businesses opposed to all the BIG corporations who usually say no to us asking for food. Thank you again World Famous Grill.“

“Absolutely exceptional food. They always exceed the expectations of any guests I invite and they did so this time.I ordered the salmon kebab today. I was worried it would be dry but it was nice and moist. Great herbs the salmon. Excellent hummus and their garlic sauce is always amazing. Most places do vegetables as an after thought but they are a great main feature here.Vegetarian options: I ordered salmon kabob but it came with a vegetable kabob. Unlike most places where vegetables are an afterthought here they are a main feature. I wasn't specifically looking for vegetarian options I'm sure they have something great for vegetarians.“

“Hummus has different variety. I chose garlic which I think could be better as it was rather dry. Otherwise, the shrimp kabob was really delicious. Fresh and succulent! The lady serving us was really kind and helpful. More lighting could help with the ambience.“

“Great ambiance and amazing food. I had a lot of food… falafel, spicy hummus, kafta kabob, tzatziki loaded with veggies, cheese balls, and baklava. All so delicious and fresh. I even loved the fresh pita and dipping sauce that was complimentary. From the manager and many servers, everyone was pleasant and friendly throughout my time there. I went during happy hour so the specials were great during that time. I’m definitely returning to this Mediterranean restaurant for sure. I loved it.“

“Great Food, even greater service! The Beef Kabob Pita Wrap, the SHRIMP Kabob Pita Wrap! The SAMOSAS! DELICIOUS! One night they forgot to include an item in my order. I called the next day and before I could get my Full sentence out, NAYA was already aware of the situation. She was extremely apologetic, offered to remake the item and included any item from the menu that I wanted for free for the inconvenience. THATS customer service. Tonight I came in and Allen greeted me with such kindness. He's the sweetest and remembered my order. Abdul, in the kitchen along with the rest of the kitchen staff do NOT disappoint! Every single time I order, the food has the same delicious quality. 10/10!“

“Came here with a coworker for lunch after glancing at their Yelp. Great reviews assured me I was in for a treat. Absolutely fantastic service. I think the owner was running the restaurant and was so helpful in explaining the menu and food. Very hospitable. I ordered the Birria Crunchwrap (like Taco Bell's but sooo much better). My friend ordered the Flaming Hot Nacho Fries (I think that's what they're called). Servings are massive and my Crunchwrap was loaded with beef Birria. Paired perfectly with the sauce they provide you, a sheet of lemon and the added Lebanese hot sauce from the table. The consume was seasoned well and the whole meal made my tummy happy. My friend's fries were delicious too! Meat was tender and they do not skimp on the toppings. I've already told my coworkers about this place and I know I'll be back to try more of the menu. I definitely want to try some of the Mediterranean/ Lebanese options.“

“I’m giving this space for my review to my six-year-old daughter, who provided these remarks verbatim: “I know I’m six but I just had to write a review. My parents said reviews are a thing. I wrote this review because the pancakes…the pancakes are delicious at (falsetto singing voice) Caaaaaalf and Chiiiick! How many stars? Listen up here: I’m giving it 100,000 stars out of 100,000 stars. And another thing, by the way. I liked the high chairs. They aren’t like baby high chairs. But high tables and high chairs. They are cool. You should go there because the food is…- I’m gonna say it is delicious and everyone was nice.”“

“While the location is not the absolute best, the food and service makes up for any faults. I used to go there all the time when I was younger, and recently decided to try it again a few times. It did not disappoint. I had a chicken kabob with came with an immense amount of sides to go along including white rice, pita and hummus, along with a few vegetables, and garlic sauce. Everything is perfectly seasoned and nothing is bland. This will definitely become a future regular place.“

“My family and I drove 40 miles . Food was superb, mouthwatering, and clean. The meat was cooked to perfection. It tasted like the food my mom in Lebanon used to make . The owner Ali , and his beautiful and BLESSED MOM, were so welcoming, that my family and I felt that the restaurant was like HOME. Appetizers were delicious, just the way we were brought up. The Hamburger meat and the special made steak were succulent , cooked , and seasoned to perfection. Kebbeh was juicy, moist , and tender , with just the right amount of seasoning. Hummus was creamy, and delicious. Fries were well cooked and very crispy. The katayef were super delicious and light. The mom’s” znoud el set” invention were surprisingly better than the traditional one. Osmanleye was mouthwatering and surprisingly light. The service was Hands down the best we have seen so far in the STATES . The atmosphere was very inviting, which felt like we were eating at home. The whole staff was proactive and the smile never left their beautiful faces. My family and I would like to thank the owner Ali , his beautiful and blessed mother, and the whole staff who waited on us hand and foot . Let’s not forget the awesome chef Ali who is the owner’s nephew who was also responsible for this amazing experience, thank you chef Ali. Also we would like to thank the butcher Tony, who runs the meat section in the store next door. He did an amazing job cutting professionally our meat which we purchased to take home. The meat is Very clean no blood on the meat, so fresh . Thank you Tony.We can’t wait to come back to this awesome place again. Thank you everyone who made our visit a great , and pleasurable experience. I recommend everyone who wants the experience of his/her childhood mom or grandma’s cooking to go and try the food at WORLD FAMOUS GRILL. Also for individuals who were not raised eating this authentic Lebanese healthy food, give it a try, you will not regret it , because the food there is made with love. ?❤️Wheelchair accessibility: The handicap space is conveniently located so close to the restaurant.“

“I tried chicken maison recently and now I can't get enough. I love their potato salad, rice and garlic sauce is amazing!!!! The service is incredible, friendly employees, clean environment. Quick service, they have exceed it my expectations..“

“great food, great vibea! we got the family style and it was so good, highly recommend the lamb chops! someone in our group cried because the food was so good. the waitstaff was so nice and helpful (especially Fabio) and it was a great night, highly recommend!“

“Special thanks to Geovanny for always going above and beyond the regular requirements of customer service. He is always super friendly, helpful and brings a positive energy to the place. The food is always cooked to perfection while the taste of flavor never lacks. I this location provides amazing service, atmosphere and food. Thank you Luna grill<3“

“The food is amazingly delicious!! Wow. So glad that this place opened. A MUST try!!! The owner Ben is super nice! He seems to really care about his customers and the quality of his food. I've visited numerous times and my favorite food is the Chicken wrap. The place is small but very clean looking.“

“Super cute restaurant with adorable outdoor seating. The food is extremely flavorful and delicious, not just any normal shawarma! The Moroccan spices and choice of veggies in the wrap take it to a whole new level you’ve never tasted before if you havnt had Moroccan cuisine!“

“First time here, we had lunch and we both had the grilled lamb chops plate. Service was very good and friendly. The food came quick and it was fresh and very delicious. Lamb is tasty. Mango Lasi is so good. We will definitely come back!. Area is clean.“

“This place was a random pick after seeing their cute patio in the back. I had the lentil soup with the Greek salad and it was delicious. I also added a lamb skewer that was tender and juicy. Service was fast and the house wine was great too. This is a great spot for solo travelers as they also have a comfortable bar.“

“Keep coming back to this spot, for many reasons. The food, service, ambiance, location, novelty. I've been during the daytime for a latte in the sun, and I've been at night for an incredible dinner service. I would say I prefer the nighttime experience, just because the coffee is pretty over priced, and they haven't nailed the daytime-cafe-vibe yet. Needless to say, they have certainly nailed the nighttime vibe. Wonderful small plates, super yummy pizzas, creative and beautiful dishes. Recently, my group of four and I shared a pizza and a few small dishes as well as entrees. Out of all of the dishes, my Alaskan halibut was agreed upon as the best, which was surprising! The creamed leeks beneath the fish were unlike anything I've ever had. We also REALLY enjoyed the snap pea salad. Such unique flavor combinations! The burnt basque cheesecake and marscapone gelato were wonderful treats to end our meal. I will continue to come back!“

“MUST try FALAFEL sandwich. Perfect with thin pita, scrumptious fresh veggies & sauce. Now my favorite in SoCal. Sorry, intended to get picture but sooo good forgot..lolAzzie is amazing & explains how all is cooked fresh. Went back and bought tge lentil soup!“

“Recently came here for an early dinner and I have been here a few times in the past and it totally slipped my mind to write a review in the past; so here I am today. This place never disappoints, I love the food here. Everything will everything on my plate was awesome. I had the chicken soulavki plate, everything from the chicken, salad, fries, hummus and pita bread was delicious. Staff is nice and friendly, place is spacious, clean and inviting. Next time I will have to order the greek potatoes to go with my chicken plate. If you are in the mood for greek and you are in the neighborhood check it out, you won't be let down.“

“THE KABOBS ARE SO GOOD!!! I just had the chicken Kabob plate with hummus and greek salad! Everything was cooked and seasoned to perfection. My whole family couldnt stop talking about how great everything tasted (kids got the Philly cheese sandwiches and hubby got the Gyro plate). I cant wait to come back!“

“Me and my friends went to Holly Grill Food Truck last wednesday. I must tell you their shawarma and chicken sandwich left me thoroughly impressed. The shawarma was expertly grilled, boasting succulent slices of marinated meat that were bursting with flavor. Each bite was a harmonious blend of aromatic spices and a satisfying balance of juiciness and char. The chicken sandwich was equally exceptional, featuring tender and well-seasoned chicken complemented by fresh toppings that added a delightful crunch. The overall experience was a testament to the food truck's commitment to quality ingredients and skillful preparation. I can't wait to indulge in their delectable offerings again soon.“

“I ordered lunch from here for the team and I today and Luis- a really friendly fellow w great customer service helped place my phone order. Their work phone was not working so he called me himself and placed my big lunch order. He was so patient and made sure the order was correct before hanging up, he also gave us lots of white sauce for our order. Thank you so much for the yummy food and awesome customer service!“

“This was the second time going to Luna Grill today. I enjoy this spot a lot. The food is always fresh and hot straight from the stove. I love that! I order my usual and it never disappoints it's delicious! All the tables were clean and the restrooms love that. Karla and Daniella were so kind and very helpful! Thank you!“

“Dined here this evening. We enjoyed some Cocktails to start then ordered Beef Tartare, Shrimp with Veg and Roasted Carrots. Entrees varied from Pasta to Ribeye steak and Burger. All delicious. The Carbonara needed more bacon but that was the only issue. Desserts were great. The Espresso wasn’t hot enough for my guest but overall we enjoyed the evening celebrating a birthday. Will recommend to my friends for sure. Would recommend a reservation as it was very busy by the time we left at 6.30 pm“

“Love love loveeee the food here! Super fresh, healthy and full of flavor. I especially love the gyro bowl. Lots of protein and it all just goes so good together. The pita wraps are really good too. The sauces they have are some of my favorite. Great prices for amazing food. Can't wait to try the deserts soon, those look so good-- definitely coming back on my cheat meal days. ;)“

“It's always seemed to me that chain restaurants tend to be best right after they've opened up, and that's definitely the case here. Zankou Chicken is always good but this new location seemed just slightly better than the older ones. The food came out immediately and yet it was hot and fresh, like it had just been made. My only complaint is the complaint I have about Zankou in general, which is their portion size. Their quarter dark meat chicken plates are too small, but a half chicken would be too much (and I don't like white meat anyway, so it would be wasted on me). I always leave a Zankou still somewhat hungry, and that shouldn't happen, not with the prices they're charging. Please, Zankou, offer a three-piece chicken option! Either that, or get bigger chickens! The chicken legs you use are tiny!“

“I had the food catered from here and we will definitely be back again. The manager was very friendly and so helpful with my order and sticking to our given budget. She was explaining everything in detail and was able to help me stay within our budget. I specifically requested the meat to be cooked a bit rare since it would be reheated the next day and they did just that. The food was amazing!! The chicken was so juicy not an ounce dry. The steak was super tender and packed with flavor. The garlic sauce is velvety and rich. Wish the greek salad was chopped but it was still good.“

“Decided to come this way for my new coworkers. Most of them had never had chicken Maison. Everyone. And I do mean everyone loved it! It's a drive away from Downey but well worth it! They had EVERYTHING ready for pick up. Service with a smile and always got some good music pumping! Surroundings were cool! I'll be back again...“

“My peers have mentioned to me how I'm a tough reviewer and how it takes *a lot* for me to give 5 stars. This is an easy 5 stars from me, and if that's not saying something, I don't know what will. D'Vine Mediterranean Experience is located at North Los Altos Shopping Center on the northeast corner of Bellflower and Stearns. It's easy to miss because you can't see it from the main parking lot in front of Target, Big Lots, and Trader Joe's. If you see Five Below, it's in that building, but on the opposite side. You should be able to see it if you're traveling horizontally on Stearns, but if you're traveling vertically on Bellflower, you'd only be able to see it driving northbound. Thanks to a Fivestars offer. I was able to try D'Vine at a discount, and what an effective way to get me through that front door! It wasn't too busy inside, but Jonathan takes his time to service each and every customer whether they are a regular or a first-timer like yours truly. I prefaced this review by mentioning how tough of a reviewer I have been lately, especially with this brutal stretch where it felt like things kept falling apart at inopportune times. After my experience here, I felt like this brutal stretch may have stopped, if only for a brief moment, but it was so nice to finally catch my breath for once. There are three TV monitors above the front counter showing the menu. It sounds like a lot, but only one of those TVs was for entrees. The others were for starters, salads, soups, kids meals, desserts, and pita pockets. There's also a menu on the counter if you don't want to look up. For entrees, you have the option of mixing any two proteins. The TV didn't specify any restrictions, but I think one of the menus on the counter did. If there really are stipulations to this option, that should be spelled out on the TV menu too, even in fine print, so as to not be misleading. Since I've been trying to avoid red meat, and I wasn't in the mood for chicken, it was a really easy choice for me: Salmon! I knew the entrees would come with rice and pita bread, but I overlooked the right side specifying that entrees come with two sides! I had no clue about several of them, but Jonathan was happy enough to describe them for me. I'm convinced he knows the menu inside and out because when I was struggling to say mutabal after just the first syllable, he knew what I meant and immediately answered. I went with mutabal and the turshi, the last of which is like a mini platter of vegetables you don't normally see at other restaurants. Jonathan mentioned that it takes about 20 minutes to cook the salmon and wanted to make sure I was okay with the long wait. Of course, and I totally appreciate him letting me know so that I'm not anxiously waiting inside twiddling my thumbs for an eternity. And speaking of inside, I absolutely adored the interior! Plenty of greenery on the walls, and there's even a flower backdrop with a neon sign that would be perfect for the gram. It was a little over 20 minutes before Jonathan let me know my order was ready. He offered a set of utensils as well, which even though they weren't packed in plastic, was still a nice gesture! And the food was divine! Or should I say, D'Vine! The salmon I got was a really generous sized filet that even if I had paid full price, I still think it'd be worth it! The rice was infused with flavor as well that no sauce was needed even though they also gave me a white tangy yogurt sauce on the side, a serendipitous surprise! I used the sauce as well as the mutabal on the salmon and the pita bread, which was cut open in the middle so that I could have made a pita pocket if I'd like. It would have been hard to with my meal, so I simply used it with the last remaining sauces. Jonathan was outstandingly superb that I can't tell if he's the store manager or not. If he's not, he was trained really well and could very well be the store manager in the near future! D“

“The quality of the food here is next level. The explosion of flavors in your mouth are mind blowing. The chef of this restaurant really knows what he's doing. You can taste that the love and passion that goes into making this delicious food.“

“It was terrible. From the time we walked in it was like what are you doing here. It took them forever to bring a menu & even water it was as if they didn't want us there. Then the waitress trick us to order this meal for 2 people which cost us almost $80. which we split the bill. The manager didn't help at all because we call her to the table. We were the only black people in the place.“

“I ordered online, so the service was on time when I went to pick up my food. Surprisingly, it wasn't busy today around 11:20 am. The store looked clean and the staff was friendly. What I ordered: Gygo plate - 10/10. It comes with rice, salad, hummus, and pita bread. I don't think you can change the sides. Spicy lemon garlic whole chicken - 8/10. I should have paid extra for all dark meat because the white meat was so DRY. The sauce is my favorite. Sides: Orginal hummus - 10/10, so good. Spicy hummus - 8/10, a bit sour. Pita bread - 10/10, so soft! Side salad - 7/10, nothing special Regular potato salad - 1/10. I was SO DISAPPOINTED! I even a large side of this order. It was so so SOUR, too sour! I love lemon flavor, but this was overwhelming sour. Is this how it's supposed to taste??? Is the spicy garlic potato Salas sour as well? It went straight to the trash. I feel so bad. Garlic sauce 10/10. I paid extra for these and it's the best thing ever! Falafel- 5/10. I've had better elsewhere. The flavor was lacking and it seemed salty.“

“The beef was absolutely spectacular, portion sizes are very generous. The tables were clean and we were given everything we needed from the moment we received our food. I can't get over how amazing the fries were too, best I've ever had. Thank you to the staff and owners of this establishment for a perfect meal.“

“After I quit using SeaSide Palace on Sepulveda Blvd in Torrance, I discovered Fiesta Grill on Carson St. In Torrance. Their foods are fresh and authentic and are reasonably priced.I spoke with Frank the owner of Fiesta Grill and I congratulated him for his excellent customer's service.I am sure you will have the same experience as I did.A good Samaritan Mike Harsini.“

“We arrived on the late side for a Sunday night, but the gracious ladies quickly seated us and brought the menus. We all decided on the kebab plates: 1 chicken, 1 lamb, and 1 salmon! All were cooked to perfection and served quickly. We did decide to add a half order of humus, as well!“

“I was Looking for a spot to eat healthy today. Found this place. Entered this business established, was greeted and seated immediately. Menu's were given to us. Ordered a Greek Lamb Salad, flat steak dinner and wine. Took a bite of both food entrees. All was fresh and delicious, including the wine! Saturday evening was quite pleasant. A guitarist was playing the night away which made the ambiance great. The thing that stood out was the service. Our Waiter and the staff kept checking up on us and stating if we are good and if we needed anything else. This was ongoing on our dining experience here. This shows that their very adamant about the service given that reflect on their business. A tip worth giving. Not like those other locations where they barely put in any effort on customer service but expect you to tip 23% or more. I recommend this place in the Lakewood California area. You will get great tasting food and service. This is my go to for Greek food in this area.!“

“The place is nice and clean. The workers are very nice!!! The 2 guys that were there today deserve 5 stars! Helped me order and were very welcoming when I said that it was my first time there. Would definitely come back again!! The food was very delicious too!! I had the peta pocket with the chicken kabob with my sides and it was THE BOMB. Couldn't even finish it all in my own. I had to save the rest for a snack later. Idk why I haven't tried this place before.“