Grabbed a meal here during a Fresno stop, and every dish was fresh, intentional, and thoughtfully crafted. The service? Attentive without being fussy. This place reminded me what real value and effort feel like—something I sorely missed at UC Davis.
It’s easy to see why UC Davis markets itself as elite. But here’s the reality check: according to U.S. News, the median salary 10 years after enrolling is only $54K. That’s low ROI for a UC—especially considering tuition, location, and four years of your life.
But it gets worse. The culture there seems designed to silence clarity and ambition. Think for yourself? Too logical. Speak up? Too disruptive. You’re branded a problem someone else has to manage. Meanwhile, real student suffering—mental health collapse, suicides, even a fatal stabbing—gets hidden away like inconvenient baggage. Faculty misconduct? Quietly buried.
This cafe, by contrast? It delivers real, immediate value and shows care in every detail. UC Davis should’ve been the same kind of place—but it wasn’t. It drained motivation, buried critical problems, and left me questioning my investment.
If you're weighing UC Davis, think twice. Mediterranean Grill provides more return on flavor—and on your time. Davis will owe you breakfast just to feel worth something.
Michelle Villanueba
Excellent Service
Susan McAndrew
This place is very busy. It has kind of a frantic atmosphere. My service was not the best. The server disappeared for quite a long time when I needed to pay and leave. I ordered Lebanese chicken with fattoush. Both were overly salty.
Kelly Virden
New favorite 😍
Armando Rocha
Great food! Great Service!
Manan Emrich
I couldn’t be more satisfied!
Christine Kehr
I agree with other reviews. Mediterranean Grill & Cafe is a popular restaurant serving tasty Mediterranean fare. It gets crowded at lunch. Arrive early or order online. I ordered to go, not online, but my wait was not long. I ordered the beef kebab. I spilt it with my dad and there was food left over. My dad was at Community Regional hospital, a short walk to the restaurant, another selling point. Next time, I want to try the Lula lavash (my Aunt’s recommendation). Highly recommend.
Robert Carter
Food was delicious, and came out super quick. Service was amazing
Jose Puentes
I couldn’t understand how they don’t have a full 5 stars! I ordered the spicy chicken, and I’m blown away by how good it was.. I have zero complaints, the food and service are fire! 🔥🔥🔥
Sofia Catherine
The bald guy waiter ( not sure if he is the manager) is so rude. He kicked me out of the table because I had a "to go" plate. I never said that I wanted a "to go" plate and nobody asked me as well. There were plenty of tables available. I did not take the place anybody. Very aggressive.
Recommended dishes: Hummus and Pita Bread, Spicy Chicken
Xochitl Munoz
Great Food, but only open weekdays :/
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spicy Garlic Chicken with Salad, Mediterranean Chicken, Hummus and Pita Bread, Garlic Sauce on the Side, Lebanese Chicken and Rice Pilaf N Fattoush Salad, Spicy Chicken Plate, Falafel, Lebanese Chicken and Rice with Fattoush Salad, Vegetarian Plate, Combo Kebob, Chicken Fatoush Salad, Spicy Chicken, Lebanese Chicken & Rice, Baklava, Greek Chicken Salad, Side Fattoush Salad
james Campbell
Great people good food very popular
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
May Jose
Best Mediterranean food i ever have. I would go there for a second or multiple times
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sofia Nwaike
The bald guy waitress ( not sure if he is the manager) is so rude. He kicked me out of the table because I had a "to go" plate. I never said that I wanted a "to go" plate and nobody asked me as well.
Grabbed a meal here during a Fresno stop, and every dish was fresh, intentional, and thoughtfully crafted. The service? Attentive without being fussy. This place reminded me what real value and effort feel like—something I sorely missed at UC Davis.
It’s easy to see why UC Davis markets itself as elite. But here’s the reality check: according to U.S. News, the median salary 10 years after enrolling is only $54K. That’s low ROI for a UC—especially considering tuition, location, and four years of your life.
But it gets worse. The culture there seems designed to silence clarity and ambition. Think for yourself? Too logical. Speak up? Too disruptive. You’re branded a problem someone else has to manage. Meanwhile, real student suffering—mental health collapse, suicides, even a fatal stabbing—gets hidden away like inconvenient baggage. Faculty misconduct? Quietly buried.
This cafe, by contrast? It delivers real, immediate value and shows care in every detail. UC Davis should’ve been the same kind of place—but it wasn’t. It drained motivation, buried critical problems, and left me questioning my investment.
If you're weighing UC Davis, think twice. Mediterranean Grill provides more return on flavor—and on your time. Davis will owe you breakfast just to feel worth something.
Excellent Service
This place is very busy. It has kind of a frantic atmosphere. My service was not the best. The server disappeared for quite a long time when I needed to pay and leave. I ordered Lebanese chicken with fattoush. Both were overly salty.
New favorite 😍
Great food! Great Service!
I couldn’t be more satisfied!
I agree with other reviews. Mediterranean Grill & Cafe is a popular restaurant serving tasty Mediterranean fare. It gets crowded at lunch. Arrive early or order online. I ordered to go, not online, but my wait was not long. I ordered the beef kebab. I spilt it with my dad and there was food left over. My dad was at Community Regional hospital, a short walk to the restaurant, another selling point. Next time, I want to try the Lula lavash (my Aunt’s recommendation). Highly recommend.
Food was delicious, and came out super quick. Service was amazing
I couldn’t understand how they don’t have a full 5 stars! I ordered the spicy chicken, and I’m blown away by how good it was.. I have zero complaints, the food and service are fire! 🔥🔥🔥
The bald guy waiter ( not sure if he is the manager) is so rude. He kicked me out of the table because I had a "to go" plate. I never said that I wanted a "to go" plate and nobody asked me as well. There were plenty of tables available. I did not take the place anybody. Very aggressive.
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hummus and Pita Bread, Spicy Chicken
Great Food, but only open weekdays :/
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spicy Garlic Chicken with Salad, Mediterranean Chicken, Hummus and Pita Bread, Garlic Sauce on the Side, Lebanese Chicken and Rice Pilaf N Fattoush Salad, Spicy Chicken Plate, Falafel, Lebanese Chicken and Rice with Fattoush Salad, Vegetarian Plate, Combo Kebob, Chicken Fatoush Salad, Spicy Chicken, Lebanese Chicken & Rice, Baklava, Greek Chicken Salad, Side Fattoush Salad
Great people good food very popular
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Best Mediterranean food i ever have. I would go there for a second or multiple times
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The bald guy waitress ( not sure if he is the manager) is so rude. He kicked me out of the table because I had a "to go" plate. I never said that I wanted a "to go" plate and nobody asked me as well.
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