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.“

“Delicious and amazing service!“

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

“One12Caffe in Downey is such a cute spot! It has that cozy cafe-diner feel, but it’s also the kind of place where you can bring your laptop, grab a coffee, and enjoy a good meal. The spicy chicken Alfredo was a standout, and their matcha drinks are definitely worth trying. They have a great variety of crepes and desserts, too. The portions were huge, the prices were reasonable, and the staff was super friendly. Whether you’re meeting up with friends, grabbing brunch, or looking for a cozy spot to get some work done, this place is worth checking out. I’d definitely come back to try more of their menu!“

“★★★★★

World Famous Grill is a fantastic spot for a delicious and satisfying meal! The food was flavorful, fresh, and cooked just right, with generous portions that left me completely satisfied. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and the staff were friendly and attentive. Everything made for a great dining experience. Definitely worth visiting—I’d happily come back again!“

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

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

“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.“

“I have only had takeout from this restaurant, so it's hard to speak to the atmosphere. But, with how delicious the food has been the two times we have ordered, everything deserves 5 stars! The gyro plate is out of this world! Everything is so fresh and their tzatziki is scrumptious! I always eat an entire order of grape leaves myself! YUM! They have wonderful specials and buy 2 deals, too. :)“

“We had a 9PM, Sunday reservation at Sora Craft Kitchen, and when we first pulled up, we genuinely thought we were at the wrong place. The surrounding area is very dark and industrial at night, there were barely any cars around, and from the outside you would never expect what’s waiting for you inside.

The second we walked in, it was a completely different atmosphere. It was quiet and super ambient. One thing that immediately surprised me was that it didn’t smell like at all. We were greeted by the chef himself, and seeing him prepare everything right in front of us made the experience even more special. He was essentially running the kitchen himself, yet every dish came out surprisingly fast, fresh, and beautifully prepared.

We started with the Dry-Aged Tenderloin Shish Kebab, and that alone immediately set the tone for dinner. The beef was incredibly flavorful and tender.

Then the chef brought out the Mastabe and PLEASE!! If you come here, ORDER THIS. It ended up becoming the staple of our entire dinner. It’s this creamy house-made yogurt, we literally started adding it to EVERYTHING. The garlicky, creamy freshness somehow complemented every meat and every dish without overpowering anything.

Next came the Siverek Tava, and this one completely blew me away. The combination of ground beef, tomato, and roasted eggplant was incredible. My boyfriend HATES eggplant. Like, refuses to order anything with eggplant level of hate. Even he was shocked at how good it was and how perfectly the eggplant worked with the beef. Huge props to the chef because changing someone's mind about an ingredient they swear they hate says a lot.

The Grilled Branzino came next and was a perfect change of pace. Simple, fresh, perfectly grilled, and topped with vegetables. After all the richer flavors, the fish felt light and refreshing while still having plenty of flavor.

Then we had the Icli Kofte, which might have been one of the biggest surprises of the night. I wasn't expecting such an explosion of flavor from this dish.

Our last savory dish was the Garlic-Spiced Kebab. At this point I was so full and genuinely thought there was no way I was going to finish another dish... and then I kept eating it. It was smoky, garlicky, juicy, and so flavorful that I literally couldn't stop.

And somehow we still made room for dessert.

We finished with the Cheese Halva with Yuzu–Black Sesame Ice Cream, and it was the PERFECT ending. The warm cheese halva practically melted in our mouths. While the ice cream had this refreshing flavor that reminded us of mint and pistachio. The pistachio pieces underneath added the perfect crunch and texture to balance everything out.

What impressed me most about Sora wasn't just one specific dish. It was how thoughtfully everything paired together. Every dish tasted completely different. Nothing felt generic or like something you could order at any other restaurant. You can genuinely taste the freshness and the amount of thought the chef puts into the flavors, textures, and pairings.

Don't let the location fool you. Once you walk through those doors, it's this little hidden gem where the food completely speaks for itself.

Mastabe is NON-NEGOTIABLE. Order it and put it on everything.

Such an amazing dinner and the perfect way to end our day. We left ridiculously full and already talking about coming back. Easily one of the best meals we've had so far.“

“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.”“

“The food was fantastic! The owner, Laith? (I completely forgot to ask his name!), was very hospitable and friendly. We got the beef shawarma and gyro. Both were very tasty, but I preferred the gyro. The garlic sauce and hummus were outstanding. Everything we ordered was delicious. My husband liked the Original shake too. He said it’s like drinking banana bread in the best way! 😂 It was a bit warm without AC, but be tolerable. We will be coming back! 😊“

“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“

“We decided on Dvine even though it had such a high rating (I don't believe high ratings). The place is spotless, the decoration is beautiful, the staff super helpful and welcoming and the food delicious.
We orderen the chicken kabob, kubeh and fatoush. Everything was served at the right temperature, carefully made and flavorful! The cauliflower, baklava and rice pudding were also delicious“

“My new favorite spot to eat. The food is really good and it’s healthier than other regular fast food places. Daris and her team are very organized and make things happen pretty fast. Great customer service!

With the place was a bit bigger but it does the job for now.“

“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.“

“For my first time trying Cava, I had an amazing and exceptional experience. Not only was the food delicious as expected, but the customer service and atmosphere exceeded my expectations. Luna was enthusiastic, helpful when answering my questions, and very inviting and welcoming. The kind and warm energy made me want to come back and indulge in more Cava goodness!“

“I ordered catering for my party and people are still talking about how amazing the food was! Pita and Basil is my new go to for any group event. It was easy to text through my order and pickup was a breeze. Thank you pita and Basil for contributing to such a great birthday!“

“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.“

“Omg I had the best experience today at Cava. It was my first time there and my first bowl was on them . Thank you so much Amy for helping me build my first bowl and the rest of the girls who also assisted as well my bowl was amazing btw . Definitely coming back .“

“Great Lebanese taco joint. Vegetarian options. Generous portions. Very satisfying.“

“the food at this place is exquisite, fresh tasty and hot, the presentation of the plate is faboluse, serve on their luxury dinnerware and silverware, the food being served at this place is so much advance in so many aspects compare to high end restaurants on mediterranean cuisine. unfortunately the service is not welcoming and friendly to the exeptiong of a nice gentleman that assited us the other day. but I will not stop comming because the food is incredible. thank you.“

“Absolutely amazing food we had a variety of beef swarma, chicken and beef kabobs with rice, Taziki salad and the TLK plate. All of the meat was perfectly cooked and seasoned amazingly and everything tasted so fresh . Hats off to the chef for amazing dishes that were plated beautifully and served quickly.
Sandra our waitress was so nice and such a delight, so sweet to our 8 and 9 year old sons.she is such a hard worker literally running to make sure everyone’s needs were met. One of the most kindest waitresses we have ever had! We are from Glendora and will definitely be back!! Thank you!!“

“Absolutely fantastic food!“

“What a blessing it was to stop by here. What started as just a day to look for dresses, we were amazed to find this place!

Not only was the food absolutely delicious! But the owner welcomed us with open arms. Everything fresh, and made with love.

Coming from San Diego, it was a treat to be feel like we were “home”. You all have to try this beautiful business! You will savor each and every bite.

God bless you guys <3“

“First time there and has a good experience 👍“

“Food was excellent. You can taste the quality of ingredients and I mean everything from the tomatoes to the rice was delicious. The tortilla had a bit of a burnt taste to it. Would love to see them upgrade it to something with a little more rise but the wrap portion was massive! 2 burritos in one. Amazing customer service, they go out of their way to serve customers…they get it. Will be back!“

“This terrific restaurant has been my go-to choice for Mediterranean food in the Whittier-La Mirada area for years. Their plates are pretty to look at and filling. Today my wife and I split a kofta plate and a lamb pita sandwich. The kofta in a particular was wonderfully spiced and tender. Though we did not order it today, they have the best falafel. They also do a great job with large catering orders. We've used them for parties in the past, and our guests always came away happy“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Super tasty & halal 👌 highly recommended!“

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

“World Famous Grill is easily one of our absolute favorite spots. You can truly feel the love they put into the place because it's family-owned. The owners are always so welcoming, and genuinely friendly every single time we walk through the door.
The portions here are massive, so you definitely leave full and happy. No matter how many times we come back, we always stick to our favorite: the shawarma plate. It is packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, and just hits the spot every single time.
If you want incredible comfort food served by amazing people who treat you like family, this is the place to go. We're always looking forward to our next visit!“

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

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

“Excellent choices. Just had meze and small plates - the crispy mushrooms were unbelievable - were enough for us. ❤️“

“Truly the best Mediterranean in the area. Buttery fluffy pita and homemade hummus that is so creamy. The falafels are so moist and never dry. Agua Fresca is also so insanely good. Will go out of my way to come here. Highly highly reccomend!!!!!!“

“food is very nice. so good“

“The family and I decided to stop by and grab Mediterranean food and my husband brought me by his spot he has been going to for 1 yeah or+ years. Upon entering you get greeted by the sweetest owner and staff. The menu is quite extensive and has variety of things from kabob plates to wraps; then burgers and vegetarian options. I ended up getting the lamb and beef kabob plate with hummus and rice. I also got a side of falafel and some fries to share with the family. The hubby got the beef kabob plate and we shared with the girls. Portions were quite filling and more then enough for our family , hummus was so good. Everything is fresh and house made to the sauces that come with it. The garlic being some of my favorite. This family owned place serves really good food and made sure the family was fed and happy. Definitely recommend and absolutely coming back.“

“The BEST pita chips and hummus!“

“Super Deli! 100% recomendado 😋“

“good and healthy food and very delicious too.“

“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.“

“Mediterranean-Mexican mix. You order at the windows and can sit at outside tables, if there's room. It's the standard LA Mexican choices like, tacos, burritos, burrito bowls, but with main meats and sides from Middle Eastern street food, like kabob and hummus.“

“Went here on a Thursday Morning, payed $12 for a Nutella Strawberry Banana crepe. The crepe is made fresh in front of you. They also have banana pudding, cakes, both sweet and savory crepes. Highly recommend - they do not accept dining dollars.“

“Such a delicious experience. We weren't sure where to have dinner and didn't particularly want to drive. We looked around our hotel and were pulled in by the aroma at TABL M. The food was amazing and the team of Mona and Joe made us feel welcome and appreciated. They were so gracious helping us navigate the menu and choose outstanding dishes which hit all the right notes. We are going back tomorrow for lunch.“

“The best food in Santa Clarita“

“Great food and staff, they have a small section for counter seating at this location. The meat was tender and flavorful along with veggies it comes with. If you're appetite is big, I recommend ordering another dish as this would make a you little more hungrier.“