48 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Emeryville

“rice pudding, cookies, borek,“

“the gyros are great, next time i will try the chickpea gyro...go ...eat. enjoy“

“5 stars. Amazing food from the lentil soup to dessert. Highly recommend.“

“Service is quick. The grab and go salads are phenomenal. Variety of beverages in their fridge, everything from juices, seltzers, protein shakes, teas low calorie options. Be sure to check out their specials and soups. Had the chicken and vegs soup because i was under the weather and it was like a home styled chicken noodle soup (without noodles). Great low calorie option. They had a special on chicken marsala and it was soooo good.
They have a large menu to chose from for different dietary needs.
Absolutely love their green smoothie and breakfast burritos!“

“This spot is definitely your old school neighborhood bar where everyone knows each other. I was there for a bday celebration.... it was cool for a random eveing. They had kareoke and one pool table. Cocktails seemed to ok for the crowd; no quality wine selections for me so it was a dry night. Overall the music made it was enjoyable.“

“Every time I book with Open Table, I list my allergies (numerous) but it's generally hit or miss whether anyone actually reads it ahead of our arrival or acknowledges it when we check in. Not so at Taksim! 5* just for the level of seriousness and attention they paid to making sure I knew exactly what was in each dish, what I could/couldn't eat. They had even looked at possible cross contamination on labels. That level of service is extraordinary and shows how important their level of customer service is! Food was excellent. Fun place. Definitely a keeper.“

“This was our first time here. We thought we'd try Tunisian food. We had the deviled eggs with shrimp as an appetizer and it was excellent! I had the stuffed peppers, and hubby had the lamb tagine. We both liked the food, and the sauces, and the bread, and finished almost all of it. We took a couple pieces of the homemade bread home with us because it was so good. We liked this place a lot, and will come again soon.“

“I hate that this amazing spot is in the worst spot of the tenderloin lol. I called ahead for pickup and thieves were already trying to take my scooter. 😂

Once I got home the food was amazing. The rice pudding had incredible vanilla flavor. The kebab serving was perfect and delicious.“

“Ordered to go. It was packed inside which is a good indication they’re good! I’ve never had a beef Shawarma, only chicken, and I really enjoyed it. The side Mediterranean salad was delicious, both were great. The man who gave me my food was very nice. I’ll be back.“

“Was a decent experience, but not much to write home about. The seasonal soup (lentils) was excellent while “Alexander’s Favourite” was good, but the Jasmine rice with Falafel was only serviceable (the falafel seemed to be pre-made, rather than fresh.) The quantities were quite decent and the service was ok too (though they did forget our drink order till I reminded them in the middle of the meal, despite the place being less than a third full.) However, everyone was all smiles and made us feel right at home.“

“I love Mediterranean food and this place is fantastic! Every dish we tried was amazing and their whiskey sour is consistently excellent and never disappoints. I’ve returned several times, and the food quality is always so good. But it’s not ideal for date nights, as most evenings feel like team events with large groups, making it quite loud and crowded“

“Recently celebrated my moms 80th birthday with a party here, we rented out the space for the event and they provided a wonderful meal. Cant say enough good things about the food quality, lovely environment, and working with their team- Sequoia was such a help! Thank you all.“

“It’s a small establish but the food was fantastic. I had chicken kebabs, rice and hummus. Berkeley does have a good amount of wonderful places to eat and this one was really great. I’m glad I came here to eat and cannot wait to go again.“

“This restaurant serving Azerbaijani cuisine is an absolute must-visit. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by a very warm and welcoming atmosphere. The food is exceptional — every dish, from the starters and salads to the main courses, is beautifully presented and bursts with authentic and unique flavor. Be sure to try the Khojaly lamb shank, kebabs, shah plov and dolma — you won’t find anything like them anywhere else in the Bay Area.

What truly sets Bistro 4293 apart is the owner, Anar. He’s a genuinely great guy with a wonderful sense of humor, plenty of engaging stories and a true passion for what he does. He is very friendly, down-to-earth and always open to feedback. Anar brings a personal touch that makes every visit memorable. He often stops by tables to chat with guests, making the dining experience feel more like a gathering among friends. It is obvious he loves his restaurant and is passionate about what he does.

This place offers one of the best dining experiences — and most importantly, best values — in the area. Can’t recommend it highly enough!“

“The hummus with chopped chicken on top was absolutely delicious. The texture was extremely creamy, almost like mousse, and the flavor was rich and authentic, just like in some of the best hummus places in Israel. I’ve been to Israel and know the food well, and this is the real experience!

The salad as a starter was also very fresh and tasty, and the pita bread was soft, warm, and clearly freshly made. The service was very friendly and attentive, making the visit pleasant from start to finish.

The only small downside for me was that the price felt a bit high for this type of street food, but despite that, I would definitely come again.“

“great food! period. love it“

“I ordered the Salmon plater it was fresh, the rice was so good and instead of hummus I ordered salad which was also great, and the thin bread omg it was amazing everything was delicious. The price it's right loved it!! I just started working around the area so I had a great experience it clean and smelled clean.“

“I was invited by my friends for a get together for Christmas. We decided to come to Asena. It was my first time. I love the ambiance, the service. You will see the owner mingling with diners. I even had a picture with him. So love this place. Come and checktl this place out.“

“The food was delicious and so were all of our wines, but unfortunately the servers didn't know how to handle an allergy, which left a bad taste in our mouth about the whole experience. I'm writing a review in hopes management will take training their servers about allergies more seriously! We arrived at 5 PM, so when the person who brought our food out wasn't able to understand what we needed regarding the allergy, there were plenty of staff available that could have helped out. Instead we asked that person 3 times, and then 2 other servers. Only one of the three staff members correctly informed us of the type of nut and understood that we needed new utensils to avoid cross contamination - it was a big distraction to our otherwise enjoyable meal.“

“Exceptional flavors and ingredient combinations. Beautiful atmosphere, great staff, and excellent prices. I am only in San Francisco for 4 days and I might come back a second time because the food was so great. Well worth the visit!!!!!“

“EXACTLY what I was looking for for breakfast! Feta, spinach, and mushroom omelet, with a fresh made blueberry scone. All were delicious! Husband had a chicken apple sausage breakfast pita with a piece of baklava, and it was all fantastic too. Service was great. Would absolutely eat here again!“

“This place is amazing. I just wish the sandwiches weren't all $20. They're worth it, but it's a treat yourself thing. The sisig bolilo was hard to finish for 2 people, because they're was just so much in it! Amazing cut of fatty meat chopped up with 2(i think) juicy eggs. Their veg sandwich is also amazing. A true testament to a good sandwich doesn't need meat“

“Great food and service! Special atmosphere“

“Everything looks just amazing. Truly Mediterranean came highly recommended!“

“Un rendez-vous avec la bonne gastronomie le service rapide et l’endroit agréable merci 🙏“

“Great organic and delicious wraps burritos and plates thank you 😊“

“Heathly food. The Shawarma wrap it's my favorite. I love it!!!“

“Great food lovely location“

“The food is amazing you should try their flafle. It’s amazing and staff super nice fellas“

“The food was top notch, but the counter woman was not the most kind. I said I was picking up an online order and she kind of threw it at me and didn't even give me a bag or say anything nice. Don't know if I'll be back, which is a shame because the food was good!“

“Incredibly nice people, and great food. Got the Chicken on the Sticks and I can definitely tell why they are known for this. It’s incredibly delicious and I’ll definitely be eating here again. Also great pricing and a good variety of choices, but not too many where you get lost in their selection.“

“I’m moving out of town and this is what I will miss most. They have done a major overhaul of all their offerings over the last year and this is a major to go hub for all types of food in the area. I’m so glad to live across the street. The Smashburger and banana pie are to die.

Just some genuinely good people working hard, running a great business. Thanks for the food! Appreciate you.“

“We hosted our company holiday lunch at Alora, and the experience was wonderful. The service was impeccable, including all the help we received in setting up the reservation. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. We look forward to hosting future events with them.“

“What a great mashup of Mexican and Italian flavors. We went on a very busy night but the staff was still highly attentive and the food was amazing. Try the aranici appetizers or the fresh bruschetta. For dinner the birria lasagna was so good and unique. Will visit here next time I am in downtown SF.“

“Drove up from San Jose to meet with out of state family and this was recommended. Beautiful atmosphere, fantastic service, and decent pricing. Many great, delicious choices and all with good size portions.
You can eat outdoors or inside comfortably.
Other restaurant owners should send a couple of spies over to observe and understand why a great and friendly restaurant such as Zut! Is always busy with happy customers.
Parking can be an issue on weekends due to that Berkeley area being so popular, but
go for it.“

“Octopus was very very delicious“

“An enchanting and magical place.“

“My sister and I visited Pasha last night and had an outstanding experience from start to finish. The ambiance was beautiful, the vibe was unmatched, and the service was excellent. The food was delicious, the hookah was smooth, and everything came together for a true 10/10 night. It’s rare to find a place that gets everything right, but Pasha absolutely delivered. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending it to friends!“

“Super yummy hummus plates, falafel, kebabs and salads. Found this gem while on a walk in China town. Not easy to find, but once you know where to find it you will come back again and again. Sooooo good.“

“I lived in the Middle East and what Mezze and Mooore offers is of the same high standard as the best restaurants in Beirut.“

“It was our first time and the service was amazing. Our dinner was more than excellent, the grilled pork chops with sweet potato puree best ever tasted. Great selection in red wine and great atmosphere! Owners were there and were very welcoming and down to earth! 100% recommended“

“This was a wonderful restaurant experience. The food was absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere was made even better by the warm and welcoming hospitality. Oscar was especially very kind, attentive, and made us feel right at home. His service truly stood out and added to an already amazing meal. Highly recommended!“

“We both had lambs ( the Mrs had the kebab with salad and soup and I had the lamb & beef platter). My plate was made special by the dressing , but my wife’s was the better deal as the smokey flavored meat was out of the ballpark sarap!“

“Food was delicious. Vibe was laid back. Acoustics (ability to hear my companion) were good, although the restaurant wasn't completely full at the time. I ordered the shaksuka, which tasted great, but I didn't feel full afterwards. My friend ordered a brunch plate with eggs, lamb, salad, and potatoes and it was quite ample and delicious. I think I'll get that the next time I go there. This was my first time to this venue, and I definitely want to go back.“

“I got the chef's creation chicken shawarma and it was very tasty, but I felt it needed a little acid or freshness. I had some of the mint cilantro chutney with it and it helped. The hummus was great and pitas chips were crunchy but needed salt. The real standout food item was the complimentary lentil soup. It was full of flavor and had a nice consistency. For lunchtime on a Saturday, it was not busy so we were served quickly and there was plenty of seating. I thought my food was expensive, but my husband had a create-your-own shawarma and felt his had good value since you can get as many toppings as you'd like. Would go again and try a create-your-own.“

“Love the bowls at Boochmania. Had the Bulgur Bowl with Tofu and it was really healthy, fresh and tasty. This is some nutritious food, the fermented blueberry sauce is great. Tasty stuff. If you order a coffee drink and it comes with a couple biscuits / cookies, be sure to ask for the vegan varietal (one that comes with coffees is not vegan). Cute and small interior. Lots of kombuchas on tap and many other vegan items (hummus, small bites, etc). Great spot although limited hours.“