50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Downey

“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.“

“My tummy is so full and happy. The staff was so very friendly (cashier). Definitely coming back!“

“This is my go to spot for Greek food! The food is always so delicious and the servers are friendly and welcoming. The sweet potato pita, beet salad, and baklava froyo are a must try :)

Vegetarian options: Menu offers detailed description of each item on the menu.“

“This is the first time we eat here. The menu has a wide variety. My husband and I ordered chicken wrap. Delicious! The wrap is enough for a person!
The service was very good!
The only thing is that the restaurant does not have a bathroom. If you don't mind going to the nearby Starbucks you are good! However, the food was great! Definitely we will be back!“

“My wife and I realized that we had not thought to stop here in quite a while and so we stopped for lunch today and we were immediately reminded why we like the food here so much. I like the chicken kabob wrap and my wife typically gets the chicken bowl. The staff is friendly and helpful and the food is consistently good. We will definitely have to keep the Hummus Factory on our regular list of places to visit for lunch and dinner. A photo of the chicken bowl shows just how appetizing it looks.“

“The best food, people and everything is amazing 🤩“

“Excelente servicio y la comida deliciosa …. Pasamos un rato bastante agradable. Gracias 🙏🏻“

“This place is the best and the food ?? best Mediterranean food spot inside stonewood mall food court employees are nice. People try this place you won’t be disappointed..?????

Vegetarian options: ?

Dietary restrictions: ?

Parking: Plenty of parking

Kid-friendliness: They are the best with kids to grown ups“

“From the initial greeting, to the lovely outside seating, to the great service staff, to really great flavors, it was a terrific meal. Our whole group concurred, “let’s come back here.”“

“LAITH'S Café! The food is amazing! It is 5 star Mediterranean food in an almost hidden corner. Laith is a top quality businessman, and you can sense his passion for his product. I enjoyed a beef Sharma plate and sampled all three of the suggested sauces. All the sauces are fresh and tasty. I ate them all! I really enjoyed the garlic sauce and highly recommend it. Laith's Café also makes its own assorted fresh fruit health juices, and markets fine coffees mixed with cardamon, cacao, and dates from family farms in Jordan. For authentic Mediterranean qusine and exotic flavors from the ancient world, Laith's Café is your place, Laith's Cafe is a hidden gem one must visit.“

“Tucked away in an unassuming area of the city, this restaurant is truly a hidden gem. With just one incredibly talented chef running the entire operation—from cooking to serving—you will be amazed by the precision and professionalism on display. Despite managing everything alone, the chef is efficient, courteous, and goes above and beyond to ensure each guest feels welcome.

The restaurant itself is small, cute, and perfectly neat. It exudes charm with its cozy atmosphere and impeccable cleanliness, which makes the dining experience even more enjoyable. During our visit, the place was full, hosting a party of 11 alongside another table of 4 people. Yet, the chef managed to serve everyone on time without compromising the quality or presentation of the food.

We tried all the dishes on the menu, and every single one was a masterpiece—flavors that were perfectly balanced, ingredients that were fresh, and dishes presented with care. Although there are not many vegetarian options, the ones available were thoughtfully prepared and delicious.

This restaurant is a testament to the dedication and passion of its chef, who has created an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you are seeking an intimate meal or a full-course feast, this hidden gem will not disappoint. Highly recommend visiting and totally worth the drive to the area!“

“My friends and I enjoyed our exquisite late lunch. Excellent and variable menu. We spent a marvelous time enjoying our abundant and very tasty meals listening pleasant Arabic songs. We appreciate the personalized service and appreciation to our young waitress who described patiently the menu to us. Definitely I recommend this restaurant full of culture, colors, good service and delicious mediterranean dishes.“

“The food es excelente!! My first time buying there, definitely worth it!!“

“This is a food truck with several tables available if you want to eat there or you can take the food to go. The food is fresh and delicious. The staff is friendly and helpful. I LOVE this place.“

“This used to be that yogurt place before COVID lol, but anyways...
The food here is amazing! Went for my first time recently and I will go back as a regular. I had the Wrap with chicken and bunch of other stuff in it and it just tasted so flavorful and good amount for the price. Highly recommend if you want mediterranean food nearby.“

“Great food and outstanding and friendly service. Their food is well prepared and with great quality. I d you are looking for al place with healthy food and rich in flavors and variety this is your place“

“Clean, fresh and flavorful food - Cornish hen kabob plate and tabouli salad- was quite a nice surprise and delightful experience nestled in the heart of the Garment district.“

“Ok so listen up. I am a real Arabic/Mediterranean guy, so I grew up with this food as a child and my Jordaniain mom makes it when I visit her.

PROS:

- This place is surprisingly excellent to get to the point.

- The employees are not Arabic, they are hispanic but they have good service and they are very good at getting the recipes correctly! They are great and understand the food.

- The portions are great. Do not change this!

- The quality of meat is good!

- The price is very reasonable. This costs the same as garbage fast food places (14 - 20$) but obviously this is real food and much better compared to garbage American food. Great price / value.

- Dining area is small, but cozy. It reminds me of many italian, arabic, etc. family owned restranauts which I grew up eating in.

CONS:

- Please add french fries to your menu. In the Middle East and Europe, it is very weird if a med/greek food place does not have French Fries. Add fries with Mediterranean seasoning. The spicy potatoes are very tasty however.

- Nothing else... Good job guys!

I will return to this place and bring friends! Keep it up and do not change anything for the worse!

- Ali Sakran“

“Just ate at Habibi Grill in La Mirada. the Chicken Shawerma w/hummus & taboula was Great. Fantastic flavors and garlic sauce. Definitely recommend 👌“

“?Love this spot the food always so good and their meats are so flavorful and tender Shirazi salad is my favs the roasted tomato and jalapeño too plus that one special sauce that has spices and a tangy lemon taste goes real good on everything ? trust me this place is so worth it ?“

“First time there and has a good experience 👍“

“It's a BANGER!! Now and days with ridiculous prices for restaurants, I am taking my hard earned money to small business, mom and pop restaurants. The food is better and you get more bang for the buck then going to a large scale fast food restaurant. This place is amazing! Great food and great customer service and proportion size is equal to the dollar amount. The shawrama bowl was a huge highlight for me out of my 2-day binge at this place. I will be coming here again as a Mediterranean favorite when I am in the area.“

“We ordered this takeout. I must say, even with a 15 minute drive home, the food was delicious. The food was very, very tasty and cooked to perfection. It was a little pricey but worth it.“

“We ordered this takeout. I must say, even with a 15 minute drive home, the food was delicious. The food was very, very tasty and cooked to perfection. It was a little pricey but worth it.“

“I love love love love Luna Grill. Service is excellent thank you Nadja very nice good atmosphere and the food is delicious very fresh and tasty.“

“They have very friendly staff and the food is fantastic.“

“Food was so good we ate here on our 7 day vacation in California, we drove to San Diego and drove back just to get more. 10/10 will return back when I come California again inshallah. The grill tomato with onion is so good and the meat cooked very good. Great service too, very kind staff.

Only downside is the outdated seats and tables

May Allah bless this business , Ameen ??

Dietary restrictions: Mediterranean Food is best for people with health problems , they serve low sodium food with everything cooked with olive oil instead of vegetable oil, very healthy!“

“Good food. Good portion. Highly recommended!“

“Tried out your Cerritos location, I lived in LA almost 3years and food especially the kebab wrap was the best by far and I have tried different kebab place’s before in LA. One of the best Kebab place in America, the lamb was moist and very tasty with great flavors, the combination of the hummus, salad, fries combined with the lamb was delicious, the fresh flat bread was soft and crispy on the outside. Add the garlic yogurt sauce wow your tastebuds explodes in your mouth, the food was very lite and not heavy like most kebab place so they got the right balance by using the flat bread and not pita bread that most place use on the wrap Well done this place remind me of a place back home in New Zealand. I give The Kebab shop in Cerritos 10/10 Highly Recommend this place to my friends and family and different locations in America. Will go again and try something different on the menu.“

“Awesome food with lots of great flavor. We enjoyed our experience and definitely would recommend to others to try. 10/10“

“Loved the energy here the music was great and the food was amazing 🤩“

“Delicious food, I love the shish kebabs & rice! 😋“

“Nancy at the counter is always fast and efficient. She really knows her menu! They have a variety of plates, salads, wraps, and sides. A few of my fan favorites include the works, which comes with a little bit of everything, kafta, beef, chicken, two falafel balls and two step grape leaves. Chicken wrap is made with pita bread, garlic paste, lettuce, tomatoes, and homemade salad dressing. The sides forBesides for your wraps are pickled turnips and your choice of spicy potatoes or salad. My favorite salad would be the grilled veggie salad with protein optional it has onions, bell peppers, zucchinis, yellow squash, and corn, all grilled and topped with their homemade balsamic dressing and feta cheese. Their stuffed grape leaves and falafel are always a hit as well. I have yet to try their baklava, but that is next on my list they’re located in a food plaza, so there are a bunch of other eating establishments as well and their dining areas and restrooms are always spotless. Most of the establishments have the restroom code and Wi-Fi password posted or if they don’t, you can always ask! The TVs mainly play the news and they have connections if you need to charge your phone or laptop overall, this is one of my favorite places to eat. If you decide to go check this place out at the counter know Roxy sent you!

Vegetarian options: Falafel balls, hummus, grapes leaves, eggplant wrap, fattouche, tabouli, baba ghanoush, grilled vegetable salad, house salad, Cesar salad, Greek salad.“

“The best Mediterranean food you can eat in in the DTLA area and even LA !! Big portions and the taste is amazing!! prices are great for the taste and the big portions, the owner is super friendly and organized and the place is spotless clean! highly recommended“

“Muy rica comida y saludable todo cocinado al momento ���������“

“Absolutely fantastic food!“

“food is very nice. so good“

“The BEST pita chips and hummus!“

“The best food in Santa Clarita“

“Best ever kabob&desserts. Quality Service Ambient Best flavor food!!! Try once & never stop😋“

“Mike was very helpful with the ordering process. I like to stick to plant based items and he immediately let me know they have a lot of vegetarian options. Healthy options too. I like food that is going to satisfy my hunger and the options they have are very filling. There was a mixture of sweet, salty, spicy and savory flavors. Which is what I chose and love. I will definitely be coming back!“

“Super tasty & halal 👌 highly recommended!“

“Super Deli! 100% recomendado 😋“

“Todo muy rico y caliente 🔥 buen servicio“

“Awesome food with lots of great flavor. We enjoyed our experience and definitely would recommend to others to try. 10/10“

“good and healthy food and very delicious too.“

“my favorite marinade and cucumber salad. like Pico de galli but with cucumber🤌“

“Love the salsa and bachata nights on Thursday, Astro and Relleo are amazing DJs!“

“Exactly what I was hoping for. The Falafel Tacos were tasty, my LA/ Cali Burrito with Carne Asada was great, meat super tender & delicious, and of course the Chile Relleno Burroto was absolutely Devine! Great flavor & satisfying serving sizes. Thank you!“