50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Del Mar

“We so enjoyed our time last night with friends. We will return soon.“

“Enjoyed it totally! 2 nd time and will go back again. Love the food and the menu“

“Hey I just want to say the Luna grill down in Carmel valley was amazing and I want to give a special thank you to Athena for helping me out with my order she was polite and made sure i got everything I needed I recommend anyone that loves Mediterranean food check out this location 2 thumbs up will be back“

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“excelente servicio y súper ricos los platillos“

“This is definitely an amazing place to get some delicious and healthy food from. As my first time eating here I got nothing to say but good things. The food was delicious and was taken to my table very quickly. The staff at the front was very friendly and patient, they took the time to explain the menu to me which was very helpful. I will sure make this a regular place to get food from since the food and the atmosphere here are great.“

“I recommend you bring back lamb on the menu.“

“Excellent fresh food, falafel is amazing, and many vegetarian options. Neat craft soda flavors. Staff really cares about serving high quality food and very friendly and helpful. I wish I would have come to try this place sooner! Tasty and healthy. Not at all like American fast food. 👌❤️“

“Believe them when they say they offer large portions! Every salad option and specialty plate is easily shareable and very fresh and delicious. We dined in and took home considerably more than ate during our visit. Looking forward to trying other menu items and having leftovers for days!“

“Delicious and can have healthy and/or indulgent selections“

“I asked my friends to send me a photo of everything we ordered, none of us were able to take a snapshot of the mouth watering food that was placed in front of us. The French fries were perfect, shawarma wrap was perfect, burger PERFECT. I wish LA had a spot with shawarma as juicy and flavorful as Harissa’s“

“Fabulous! The food is fresh, healthy, and delicious. Very ample portions! The very best pita , hummus, and tahini! We also love the mango sauce…very tasty, not too spicy. We ordered Kabob Pita, Falafel Pita, Lamb with Hummus, and Hummus with Fries. Everything was very delicious!! Totally recommended. 👍👍 5/5 stars. Many thanks!“

“Enjoyed it totally! 2 nd time and will go back again. Love the food and the menu“

“This place has excellent food and wine. Super cool staff. I’ve been before and we’ll be back again. Killer outdoor spot to eat also. I highly recommend it.“

“The best chicken shawarma I have tried in San Diego 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 very friendly staff in person and over the phone 📱 the rice is really good too and the sandwiches 😋!!!“

“Most authentic Mediterranean food I’ve had in all San Diego! Will be back again soon!! I used to go to kebab shop franchise but this mom and pop store is much more authentic and even better price for the homemade quality! Thank you Hanna Garden !“

“The food was excellent with a great variety that appealed to both adults and kids. The owners were incredibly kind and attentive. Even though we arrived close to closing time, they graciously welcomed our large group, and everyone, adults and children alike, left happy and satisfied.“

“I got the kebab fries, they were very tasty and the staff was super friendly. If anything, the prices are a bit high but I guess that’s just inflation and the cost of living. So it’s definitely a cool little spot but almost everything is $20+. But the taste of the food is worth it :)“

“The food was great! The restaurant seems to always get packed during the lunch rush and I can see why! Healthy options for everyone! Alex was super helpful in explaining all the items so as to help me create my bowl. THANK YOU GUYS FOR THE GREAT FOOD AND SERVICE!“

“Excellent food and service!“

“Retirement gathering catered at private residence: Delivery, setup, and food were all top notch. Ease of planning made the event smooth, and the food was fresh, imaginative, abundant, beautiful and delicious. It was a professional and timely display of catering know-how. Guests were happy!“

“Delicious. Clean. Friendly. My favorite take out in Solana Beach.“

“Great place! Great food! Ordered ahead and order was waiting for me when I got there. Staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The esquire is my go to. Halloumi is amazing with the fig jam. You can’t go wrong with any of the items. Highly recommend!!!“

“Meat is good. Wrap is good. The sandwich needs to be served on a real, in-store baked pita bread. And they need to give away their t-shirt if you spend over $20. ;-)“

“Good service, fresh and delicious food, and reasonable price Definitely will be back .“

“Thank so much to the owner of Marketplace Grille for buying me a wonderful dinner tonight at the Carmel location. Showed appreciation for sure towards someone who’s still apart of the essential workforce. Best Gyros outside of New Jersey you will ever find.“

“The flavor of the chicken and veggie kabobs are simply amazing at this place! Even my 10 year old son said it was the best he ever had. He gobbled down the zucchini and squash that was perfectly seasoned and cooked. The hummus is equally amazing with the pita and rice. This is my go-to place for lunch or dinner!“

“Melvin and George provided great service!! The food was delicious!“

“We were walking around La Jolla and found this spot. The person serving was very kind and I don’t think I’ve ever had a gyro that had so much filling/meat! The Gyro fries were amazing too and the restaurant had calm vibes. Our food was served very fast too.“

“I’ve been coming to this specific CAVA for over a year now and every time I’m met worth the nicest and warmest experiences. Really really appreciate everyone in there that clean that’s place as poppin as it is!!
Much love❤️“

“Amazing food with lot of healthy options“

“Delicious döner wraps and amazing baklava.“

“We had a great time at The Bella where we celebrated our advisor's retirement. They were very kind to open on Saturday and cater for our party of 25. And that was on a short notice too.
The place is very nice, gave us the privacy we wanted for our event. The staff is also great, starting with Tamara, the events manager. It was a joy to work with her and she made things easy for us.
If I have to make a suggestion, that would be for the food warmers that were not as effective, but that was really minor.“

“Great service too! My mouth watered the entire time and was completely satiated and beyond happy with all that we ate! New menu apparently, but I gotta get back before they change it again!“

“If you want high quality delicious food at a bargain, come on in and get some skewers! The meat is so tender and juicy and spiced perfectly. I come regularly with my dog and they remember my order. Great food. Great people. Always happy to visit Marketplace “

“Out of all the great fast casual restaurants I will never eat at them again after trying Cava. Cava is miles above any fast casual chain. It’s eco friendly, healthy, cool and above all TASTY. If you’re nearby go in it could be the best decision of your life.“

“We visited this restaurant for the beautiful terrace, and it absolutely delivered—spacious, charming, and perfect for a relaxing evening. The atmosphere was lively but not too loud, making it a great spot to unwind. The staff were friendly and attentive throughout the night, which really added to the overall experience.

The starters were a pleasant surprise—flavorful and well-prepared, with the Brussels sprouts standing out as a real highlight. Unfortunately, the mains didn’t quite live up to the setting. Both the filet mignon and the chicken were overcooked, which was disappointing given the quality we expected.

Overall, a great place for drinks, light bites, and a beautiful terrace evening—but if you’re going for the main courses, you might want to manage your expectations.“

“Great traditional Greek food. Loved the Gyros and homemade Tzatziki Sauce. Friendly staff. I would definitely recommend this new Greek restaurant.“

“Delicious flavors in the family-size meal, which was impressively presented. Service was efficient and polite. Thank you, will come again!“

“Very delicious authentic Persian food. From there fesenjoon to the lamb soltani. Very delicious and tastes like homemade.
Mr Mansour the owner, is a great man, very welcoming, and comes and check on tables himself and great them.
The servers are very pleasant too.
On top of that they serve hookah too. Couldn’t get any better. It’s definitely my spot now.“

“great food, great flavor, great (and I mean GREAT) portions, with great price. This is a can't miss Mediterranean Food spot that should soon become a hot food spot.“

“Absolutely stunning location in La Jolla with a breathtaking ocean view—what truly stood out to me were the cactuses and palms framing the coastline. The setting alone is worth the visit, but the food took it even further. I had the salmon, perfectly cooked with the crispiest skin—fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with skill. Every element on the plate was delicious. The staff was warm, attentive, and added to the overall five-star experience. Highly recommend!“

“One of my favorite spots in SD. It is a family owned and operated spot filled with great food and charisma. The owners and staff and incredibly friendly, and the food is made with lots of love. My personal favorites are the breakfast burrito with gyro and the gyro burger. Would recommend!“

“There are good restaurants, but there are great restaurants we want to come back as soon as we finished eating. this is one of those“

“Great sandwiches and the daily specials are awesome.“

“I can’t believe how many angry people are occupying space in this society!
It’s like asking a child who is only a few months old, why can’t you feed, bath, change your owner diaper, etc.

This is a brand new location for this business with new employees and new policies and procedures.
It’s going to take a little while for everything to run smoothly.

Notice, no one has anything negative to say about the food. Surprise, surprise!

Stay patient, support your local community.
Be polite, stay patient, be humble, and above all…be human.“

“Super attentive service. From the Hostesses, wait staff to buss boys. Food is delectable. Entrees were well prepared, fresh ingredients, served hot & salads crisp. Highly recommended.“

“Nice hidden gem in the middle ofan office park with several restaurants and a bar.

Lots of seating and fast casual food service.

There's lots of construction going on here so stay alert for available parking.“