23 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Dana Point

“Authentic Italian cuisine at its finest! The pasta dishes are homemade and divine. The service is top-notch and the staff is friendly. Can't wait to go back!“

“Al Fresco Dining at Aveo Table + Bar located at the Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point. Loved the 7 Curry Pancake and Local Fisherman's Halibut. They need to bring those Apple Fritter donuts on the menu!“

“Buen servicio de Alex 👍🏼 y la comida muy rica“

“We used Kebab Craft to cater my wife’s surprise birthday party and couldn’t have been happier with the food. We had 50 guests and did the 3 the protein option with the chicken, gyro, and grilled veggies. Everything arrived fresh and tasted amazing. The amount of food was more than ample and nobody left hungry. I was repeatedly asked where the food came from because people were so impressed with how good everything was. I’ve never been to the actual restaurant, so I can’t speak to that, but I can’t imagine anything but high marks there too. I certainly wouldn’t hesitate using them for your Mediterranean catering needs.“

“Healthy food that is actually very tasty! It is clean and the service friendly and professional.“

“Absolutely delicious!!
Portions are generous and the service is excellent. We had a combination plate of chicken and beef, very juicy and tasty. We also ordered the lamb shank which was amazingly delicious. It was our first time, and definitely not the last one 👌🏼“

“Very nice outdoor seating, great food, music. Nice place and close your o the surrounding neighborhoods!“

“I LOVE cava and my experience here with Julia made it even better!!! Thank you Julia for your patience with how particular I am and being knowledgeable about what’s in the food!!! You are amazing!! They better make you a manager soon or whatever you want you deserve!!!💋💋💋💋“

“Literally a hole-in-the-wall, but with GREAT Mediterranean food. Limited seating with an ocean breeze. Pricey, but worth it!

Parking: Don't drive to this place. Make your plans to enjoy Laguna Beach on foot, parking in one of the paid garages, and walk to this place. It's worth it!“

“Just popped in and ate here for the first time tonight. I ordered the shawarma chicken bowl. It was soooo good!!! Like hands down! So good 😊“

“Great food Great atmosphere“

“We had an absolutely stellar experience at Studio Mediterranean. We were lucky enough to meet the chef too. We were delighted by the attentiveness of all the staff, start to finish. We enjoyed great service, with a lot of intention & attention to detail. SM really went above and beyond to create the ultimate experience in fine dining. I absolutely loved the blend of Greek Mediterranean with a twist, like a California flare. Everything was presented in a beautiful understated manner, and incredibly savory. The decor and aesthetic is unmatched, and it was a welcomed surprise from the old Studio, that was closed for so many years. The chef has reimagined what Studio is. I truly appreciate all of the detail and thought that was involved. Especially with the build out itself, which was executed to maximize the absolutely stunning and sweeping views that only can be offered at the Montage Laguna Beach. Incredible place to go for a celebration, a romantic date, or a family gathering. Sitting at the bar is also wonderful, as is the lounge area. The food was truly delicious! It was very nice for me as a vegan to have plenty of options. The beans, salads, rice, dates, everything was spectacular. I look forward to coming back again very soon. Make it a whole evening by getting there before sunset, & enjoying the sunset views. Along with delicious food, you have an ambience and the general atmosphere that you can only get in this part of Laguna Beach. If you appreciate beautiful interior design, aesthetic, and architecture, this restaurant is for you.“

“I Loved The Chicken Very Tasty & Yummy I Wish They Had More Locations Here In California“

“Nick the owner is a great guy and the staff are super friendly and nice. Food portions were big and fresh. Thanks again for everything coming back everytime we go back to Cali! 👍👍“

“We had a fantastic experience at The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill in Ladera Ranch! The food was incredible—fresh, flavorful Greek salad, tender meat and chicken, perfectly spiced rice, and delicious tzatziki. We loved it all and will definitely be back. A big thank you to Alejandro, who made the experience feel even more classy and special!“

“Everything was delicious!! Thanks for the great service Manuel Hernandez“

“It was my first time here, and the food is delicious. Love the simple & quaint decor. Definitely will be back!“

“Amazing food and the staff were so incredibly nice! I keep telling everyone about it. I’m coming BACK.“

“Our family loves Zesty Olives!! We’ve been almost weekly regulars since they’ve opened. My husband loves to p/u lunch after the gym. He used to hit their 2 for 1 special every Tuesday & I’d get a Caesar Wrap but alas that is no more :( I hope they offer other specials.
We often order dinner & I almost always get the Earth Bowl w/ chicken. I wish that I could order all cauliflower no brussel sprouts but that’s not really an option when ordering online. Either way this is a solid, healthy option & I love supporting local small businesses.“

“Rarely do I find a restaurant where I want to try everything on the menu!! My friends and I had lunch here a few weeks ago; a few had been there before and they loved it. I was excited to try it. I ordered the Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas Bowl with added protein of grilled shrimp. It was absolutely delicious and so fresh…the shrimp was done perfectly. We also shared the cauliflower and dates appetizer. I was a little skeptical at first about the interesting combination, but they were fantastic…and addicting! I liked the overall atmosphere of the restaurant and the service was excellent too. My husband and I will be dining there tonight, and he is excited because there are several GF items he can try. I highly recommend this restaurant for their fresh and delicious foods!“

“Very authentic! If you want The taste of authentic Greek food...highly recommended! Don't forget the Greek beer! Ya Mas!“

“🫓 Fresh Lebanese Manoucheh fresh and still warm from the oven
🥒 Fatteh with Vegetable Plate: Specialty breakfast of garbanzo beans mixed with yogurt, tahini sauce, garlic, lemon, olive oil, and toasted pine nuts topped with baked pita chips. Served with olives, pickles, radish, mint, and tomatoes. It’s a light breakfast option packed full of flavor and refreshing way to start the day.
🍽️ Beef Shawerma Plate: Thinly sliced beef, tomato, onion, parsley, pickles, and tahini sauce served with hummus, salad, rice, and bread. This was the hubby’s favorite. Best beef Shawerma! Packed full of flavor and tender. Also best hummus! Fluffy and not too lemony.
🌙 Kashkaval Cheese Crescent: Kashkaval cheese, sesame seed and black caraway seed. If you love cheese like I do, you’ll love this! It’s like a cheesy calzone! Dip it into hot sauce for a kick!
🍟 Loaded Fries Bowl: French fries, garlic paste, ketchup, and coleslaw, topped with chicken or beef. Ordered chicken which was flavorful and tender. Love me some good loaded fries!
🫓 Arayes: Grilled pita pocket stuffed with seasoned ground beef, onion, and spices. Best way to describe it is a quesadilla but filled with meat instead of cheese. Dip it into the hummus for a twist.
🌯 Sheesh Tawook Wrap: Grilled chicken breast, garlic paste, Mediterranean spices, and pickles. Nice light lunch with flavorful chicken wrapped up with garlicky and pickle flavor.
🌯 Beef Shawerma Arabi: Thinly sliced beef, tomato, onion, parsley, pickles, and tahini sauce, served with french fries. This is my favorite! It’s like a Lebanese steak burger and fries!“

“they go out there way to deliver a beautiful curry, Rice nan, onion bahgee everything beautiful as always..10 out of 10 for everything...Col Carno“