34 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Duarte

“The lamb swarmma plate was delicious. But the homemade baklava was supurb. It melted in my mouth.

I wish I lived closed than 90 miles from this delightful spot. It's clean & well kept. I'll stop anytime I'm going through the San Gabriel Valley.“

“Awesome!! The Blackened Salmon Kabobs have me LIFE!“

“We ordered the Skewers Mixed Grill (Mshakkal) from Aladdin Jr Restaurant and Cafe in Covina through DoorDash and it was absolutely delicious. The portion size is incredible — it says it serves 2–3 people, but honestly it easily fed four of us with leftovers. Everything was cooked perfectly and packed with flavor.
The meats were tender, juicy, and well-seasoned, and the variety in the mixed grill makes it perfect for sharing. The rice and sides complemented the skewers really well and everything tasted fresh and authentic.
Another thing we really appreciated was the packaging. Our order arrived neatly packed and still warm, which makes such a difference when ordering delivery.
We’ve ordered from here multiple times and they’re consistently good, and the portions always leave us with leftovers for the next day (which taste just as great!).
The only thing we wish is that they offered their own delivery, because we would definitely order even more often. But even through DoorDash, it’s totally worth it.
If you're looking for flavorful Mediterranean food, generous portions, and reliable quality, Aladdin Jr is a great choice. Highly recommend the Mixed Grill!“

“They used to be open later which really helped the college students but now closes like a typical restaurant which is unfortunate because I haven't got to go but I like this salad you can create whatever toppings and I get falafel and all the vegan sauce is obsessed with the baba ganoush and the green sauce. If I could I eat a salad everyday for lunch so good for you!! Ty friendly staff for doing all that hard work n feeding azusa healthy !! U rock“

“Food is delicious great staff“

“Great service! We ordered a variety of sandwiches (kebabs, falafel, beef shawerma, French fries, etc. Every single one of them was amazing. Portions were very generous, spices were on point, and all of the sandwiches were very tasty. We will definitely be back and take our time enjoying every bite.“

“Great food, decent portions and pricing is very fair for the quality of food. They are a must try if you enjoy fresh prepared, and BBQ style plates you can share from. You'll know once you get there and the aromas from the kitchen hit your nose. The creamy hummus was delicious.“

“Came here during the Glendora Village Holiday Stroll. It was so yummy! We tried the beef and chicken crepe sandwiches with garlic sauce and pesto. Everyone in our party loved what they ordered, even the decaf was amazing! 💓 great, friendly customer service also. Highly recommend!“

“I’m picky and it was excellent lots of food on your plate. You could even share one meal with two people if there’s a lot that comes with it very hearty meal extremely well seasoned very good. Service prices are good as well. Clean atmosphere really comfortable chairs overall I give five stars all the way around“

“Garden Salad and request to add the grilled salmon.“

“The food was great!! and good company.“

“Great place, delicious food 😋. Worth the drive 👍“

“The food is amazing! You can’t be the quality of the ingredients.“

“I've been searching for really good stuffed grape leaves since a former co-worker brought some of her home made dolma at work about 8 years ago... I've had some hits (mostly misses), but none compared to the one she made... now this... the search is over. Happy palate!😊 It's my first time here. What can I say? As soon as I entered the place, I can smell good things baking and cooking. The owner showed me trays of fresh baked pastries/pies (spinach, meat & cheese) as he took them out straight from the oven. Everything looked delicious. The service was great. I ordered to go and the owner gave me a sample of the Cheese Burak (Cheese Pie) to eat on the go. I started driving off and as soon as I took my first bite I regretted immediately why I did not order that.Everything we ordered were so flavorful and delicious. They also have the best Hummus. So I will definitely go back to this place. 😊“

“Excellent food (and service) at good prices. Dinner plates are hearty with plenty of food to split in half. Thank you!“

“If you wanna eat authentic middle-eastern food. Stop scrolling u found the right place. The food is home food quality. clean fresh and delicious. I drive 5 hrs just to stock my freezer. My kids love to have em as lunch for school. Their friends as well. not to mention the teachers. Every time i have to buy more and more. Give it a try and thank me later.“

“The meal I had here was simply delicious! The chicken was tender , the steak was juicy , the humus savory , everything was great and I learned that all Baklava’s are not created equally . This Baklava is top tier! Definitely recommend and will eat here again.“

“Went yesterday with my Daughters and can I say the food was so amazing. It was everything I hoped it to be. We came all the way from L. A and it was worth the drive. We will definitely be back! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐😍😍😍😍😍 every meal is made fresh. Hands down a favorite“

“This is the best Mediterranean food around. We love the chicken kabob plate. It’s a must have.“

“We were originally planning to meet at 37.2 Degree Café & Curry, but we didn’t realize they’re closed on Sundays. So we had to find a replacement. This kebab spot next door caught our attention and looked legit, so we decided to give it a try.

The place was fairly busy when we walked in, and the staff let us know there would be about a 20-minute wait for food. Since we were mainly there to hang out and catch up, we didn’t mind waiting and sat down. The interior has a very ethnic vibe. There’s no physical menu. You have to scan a QR code to view it.

We each ordered a plate, and honestly, we didn’t even notice how long the wait was because we were busy chatting. It didn’t feel like 20 minutes at all.

Everyone was happy with their food. The kebabs were flavorful, and the rice tasted fresh. The service was also good.

Prices are on the higher side, but the quality is clearly better than a typical fast-food joint. Parking was easy since there’s a large shared parking lot.

I’d definitely come back if I’m in the area and in the mood for kebabs.“

“Lots of vegan choices here with faux meats. I ate my falafel and fries. The fries were a light golden, crunchy outside fluffy inside, generous portion, but it costs extra. The falafel (about five in the wrap) was good, a little dry, but good chickpea flavor 5/5...but I wished the lettuce wasn't so "spring mix from a supermarket bag" and clubky chunky...I like to see more finesse...but the pita was the thick fluffy kind and the sandwich was well wrapped so you could hold it without too much falling out. I enjoyed the cute Sierra Madre ambiance inside...though I was kept waiting so long in the place i nearly left...about 12 minutes alone before someone emerged from the back, without as much of a welcome or greeting. Well, I was excited to be there at least. Anyway, no check ins from any server but I tipped the guy 15 percent anyway, and he did thank me for that. I ordered a beef and chicken combo with rice and the proteins were grrrreat 5/5. It survived the half-hour drive home. Suggestion: Ask to have the pita bread packaged outside the container. The pita was under the proteins...alas mushy soggy unrecognizable....not smart, sorry. So if you want pita that isn't mush, beg to have the pita on the side. One star less because of that decision to put bread on the bottom for a takeout order. My mom didn't get any pita 0/5 and that's a shame bec it was the fluffy kind.“

“very bad customer service.i like before. so.i was there because.we lives in Corona California.my brother lives in walnut.so.i thought go for dinner.we was waiting for start soup.the girl Asian waiters gave very bad service .she ignored.so.we call nice arabic language man.may be manager.so.she came.sorry i forgot.and after us the boy came.she.left everyone and she take the order first.lauging.and... she took extra one order charge.she asked you want Receipt. my husband say no.after.he fell doubt.so she.gave Receipt and run.quick.my husband chack Receipt extra charge.so.my husband call the nice man for chck Receipt. she charged extra.she was nervous. and don't give any strong answer.say I don't know. I don't know.and man said open the Drawer.she say i don't know.so.the nice man gave us cash from his pants pocket.very very bad Asian Empoloyee girl.“

“I love this place....all their dishes are delicious....if you haven't tried it....please do....there's never a day that the lines are out the door....speaks volumes!!!! The owner is a wonderful man....George is his name. So next time you see him call him by his name and you'll see for yourself.... :-)“

“Great service and great food. Everyone there is friendly and the food is wonderful. I'll have to go a few more times before I write about specific menu items.

I tried a bit of the Kebobs and the lulu sandwich. The sandwich was quite good with raw onions and tomatoes. But mostly, the atmosphere there was quite wonderful. Casual and friendly.“

“Great experience eating here chicken is delicious“

“Great food at a reasonable price. My favorite items are salmon kabob, beef lula kabob, Israel. It was a great New Year Eve dinner.“

“This place was amazing!!
My husband and I have tried a few Mediterranean restaurants and this one by far is our favorite one. We will be going back on a regular basis. The food tastes amazing and fresh. Owners are so welcoming.
We would highly recommend visiting! You won’t be disappointed.“

“Amazing food! I have had just about everything on the menu. This place has won the San Gabriel Valley's BEST Reader's Choice Award for 2025, so you know it's going to be good! My favorite is the Feta and Olives, Lemon Potatos, Pita, Hummus and Gyro Meat. My wife has the Salmon all of the time and it's her favorite. My go to is usually the Classic Gyro. We also love the Feta Fries. Those are fantastic. My kids chow those down!“

“Phone in your order to speed up the wait. I usually get the garlic chicken panini. It's so so so very good. Keep in mind the limited hours. I wish they were open for dinner. It's also one of the few places you can still get a copy of the Pasadena Weekly.

Parking: If you don't see a spot to park in front, just park in the back. You enter the parking lot on the west side of the building. There's always an empty parking spot in back, but not as shaded.“

“This place is like Subway, but with pizza instead of sandwiches (and much fresher ingredients). They have a menu of pizzas, but you can customize all of your toppings as you watch a staff member put it together for you every step of the way - from saucing to firing it up in the pizza oven so it comes out fast and hot. The crust is consistently perfect (thin and crispy), there are a ton of fresh, quality ingredient options, and the flavors are amazing. This is a place I have frequented for years and I can honestly say that I have never had a pizza I didn't like. I've tried a handful of them, but my go-to is the green pie (pesto basil sauce, mozzarella, feta, zucchini, eggplant, artichoke hearts & fresh tomatoes). My husband does not like vegetables too much, but even he has learned to let them make it as-is, without customizing it, because it is SO GOOD! The chicken wings are juicy, meaty, and delicious. The salads and Mediterranean plates are great as well (chicken/beef kabob, falafel or chicken shawarma served with rice, salad, hummus, pita bread, and garlic sauce). There is even a dessert counter where you can usually find an assortment of treats like macarons, Dubai chocolate bars, and Baklava. They also serve beer (bottled and on tap).

Aside from the great food, the place has a great ambience with a large & spacious indoor dining area as well as a large shaded patio area in the front (facing bustling Citrus Ave), big screen TVs, and even a little game machine for the kids. They do a great job of keeping it all nice and clean. A small touch I really appreciate is that they conveniently keep extra plates, silverware, condiments, and to-go boxes out in the front so you can use as much as you need without having to ask for them.

On top of all that, it's in a prime location in downtown Covina so there is plenty to do if you have some time to walk around. Great for families and casual date nights.

This place hits every.single.time.“

“Excellent food and nice staff“

“It’s was Ddddeeeeelicious. I had the chilaquiles with a big cup of horchata coffee. It’s a clean family restaurant, came on a Saturday afternoon, indoor and outdoor seating are available. I will be back with my family 100%!!! Service was on point. 😍“

“The staff was really nice and the food was fantastic! Looking forward to going again.“