50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Lake Forest

“My dinner was excellent and the waitress’ service was outstanding“

“Delicious food. The barg was very tender and they gave me a very generous portion. The staff was kind. The only complaint I have is that the bathroom wasn’t well kept and was dirty. I do recommend this place because the food is very good.“

“I love coming to this location. My go to meal is the chicken and koobideh plate. Every time I order it it taste so good and fresh. Their service is great, they have a good attitude and the food is always ready pretty fast.“

“Great food! Great service! This is one of the best places for lunch in Irvine!“

“I love the food and I highly recommend“

“I eat here often the food is healthy and tastes great and the service is fast and friendly“

“Excellent food amazing service“

“Always like coming here for a quick, fresh lunch while I’m working on UCI campus. I especially like the salads - falafel on a Mediterranean salad is delicious. Very friendly staff!“

“Luna Grill Rancho Santa Margarita“

“I highly recommend that you stop to eat here whenever you can. Amazing five star food. Staff is amazing, welcoming and friendly and helpful. Amazingly clean restaurant too. You will not be disappointed unless you pass them by and don't stop in.“

“we are from Alaska so we maybe fresh fish snobs... but this was absolutely delish, fast, and priced great. highly recommend so glad we stumbled upon ot!“

“Decent enough! The wraps are pretty good- wouldn’t say they’re the best in the world. Prices are the prices, and I’d say for Laguna it’s actually pretty reasonable! As with most things around this area, parking will be a pain but it’s not bad if you’re already walking around the beach. That’s just Laguna in general, though.“

“Sliced chicken with Greek salad and chickpea medley comes with pita slices. Also ordered the sampler which came with hummus, fresh pita slices, couscous salad stuffed grape leaves. Tzatziki sauce is so good! Great food, so fresh delicious!!“

“Fesenjon so delicious, I almost forgot to get a picture! Maybe the most walnutty fesenjon I've had, it was on the sour side with just enough sweetness. We ordered to-go, but the small dining area would be pleasant for dining-in. The chicken was on point, tender, with no fake colors added like they do in some other places.“

“I might as well own stock in this business with how frequently my wife and I return... The wraps are so huge my wife and I split one and it's still a ton of food.

It's 10/10 every time. Favorite place especially for the price.“

“I Loved The Chicken Very Tasty & Yummy I Wish They Had More Locations Here In California“

“Love this place. We’ve been eating many times with my wife. What makes this restaurant unique is surely the dedication and love with which every meal is cooked. Carmen & Aurelian are great hosts and make you feel comfortable and taken care of. We will surely come back and bring friends and family. When you miss the flavors and taste of Mediterranean cuisine, Bravo Avo is the way to go! Tip: ask for the Saganaki and see Aurelian himself light it up in front of you at the sound of Opa!!!!!“

“Very nice outdoor seating, great food, music. Nice place and close your o the surrounding neighborhoods!“

“Great tasting food. I enjoy the kabobs great quality.“

“Great healthy food! Service was great.“

“wonderful food - never had a bad meal here. Their lentil soup is fantastic.“

“Stopped by GG’s Bistro for lunch on a Saturday and had the Sultan platter—a mix of kabobs that were perfectly cooked and full of flavor. We asked to replace the rice with salad, and they made the switch with no fuss, which we really appreciated.

Sitting outside on the patio was a great choice; the heaters kept it comfortable even with the cool ocean breeze.

The service was quick, and everything felt thoughtfully done. It’s a place that genuinely cares about the details, from the food to the experience. Would definitely come back.“

“Fast, efficient service with 2 meat options within chicken besides others. The pomegranate chicken is our favorite. You can mix and match the options including pita or bowls or rice. Plenty of sides and flavors. We like their spices. Staff is very friendly. Every order comes with a side of lentil soup at no cost. Good options of falafel and pita bites for kids. Good place for lunch. All options halal.“

“Delicious food. PERIOD!!!“

“I was hunting for Mexican food and accidentally found myself here for. After reviewing a very unfamiliar menu for a few minutes...I settled on a Grilled Plate with chicken, Humus Beiruti, Tabouleh and possibly Fatoush? While I waited I snuck a trip to the bathroom and was delighted to learn they have separate baths for ladies and men. Unfortunately, the ladies room was a tad unkempt. No matter...once done I returned to the counter to wait. The gentlemen offered me free home-made baklava while I waited (yes please!). That was delectable. Still waiting, I let them know I'd be outside and they could wave me in. Instead, they brought my meal outside. Very nice bonus - probably due to the fact that it was quite slow (3pm - not a traditional meal time). The chicken was so tender and flavorful. The sides were made with super fresh veggies and spices. Lots of cucumbers, limes, tomatoes and...kale maybe? The hummus was so creamy and they gave me a peice of flatbread I hadn't ordered 😁 $16 for a lot of delicious food. The gentlemen running this place were attentive and kind, and the food so yummy! Give it a try...you won't be disappointed.“

“I Loved The Chicken Very Tasty & Yummy I Wish They Had More Locations Here In California“

“Wow wow wow, my first time here, I had beef Soltani, it was the best Soltani i ever had, brave owner and staff“

“I’ve been eating here forever and it’s consistently delicious! Somehow kept low prices isn’t effect by inflation¿ The woman helping today was wonderful and really helped us out. Amazing friendly service. Such a local gem <3.

Vegetarian options: Some

Dietary restrictions: Free

Parking: Lots“

“Healthy food that is actually very tasty! It is clean and the service friendly and professional.“

“Christakis has been a go-to favorite for nice dining since the nineties; always great food, always exceptional service. Rack of lamb is the best I've ever had *anywhere*. At this point I guess we're almost part of the family. SO YUM.“

“I really really wanted to give it five stars. I loved the vibe and most importantly how fresh the seafood was. The way the food was prepared shows that they take pride in doing their job. Our order had octopus and shrimp ceviche, which was full of juicy pieces of each generously served. We also asked if they served chips and guacamole, not on the menu but they happily and quickly made it and served with blue corn chips. For entree, my husband got Baja fish taco and I had spicy octopus and shrimp taco. The tacos were so well stuffed it was impossible to pick them up to eat. Our cup runneth over! LOL trust me, you don't need to order more than one taco. The portions are so generous, and the seafood is fresh and high quality. Service was friendly and speedy. Great people, great little business, I truly recommend everyone go support them. The only thing I take points off is the Baja fish taco was flavorless according to my husband. I didn't try it, but he really didn't like it. My food was excellent minus being over seasoned with salt and proportion of tortilla to meat. But all in all, good restaurant, should try.“

“Such a fun, colorful place to eat with many vegan options. We tried the Zesty and Earth Bowls. They substitute hummus for Tzatziki. Super fresh food, enjoyable atmosphere. Definitely going back. They promote Christianity on their signage and when I asked the server - says they are non denomination. Make sure to look at their website for the beautiful food pictures.“

“Everything was delicious!! Thanks for the great service Manuel Hernandez“

“oh try the Salmon is so delicious and juicy“

“Food at this location is so dang good! I went in on Saturday the 9th of April around 3pm and I was amazed. I got the half chicken and half falafel pita and it was really good. My wife got a bowl with falafel as well and both of us were amazed at how fresh everything was. The cook made us fresh falafel and was very nice to us. The chicken was so good next time I am getting double chicken and falafel! My wife said the rice was very well made and that she enjoyed her bowl. Cava for the win!“

“Reliable, healthy, fast, and tasty: I love getting dinner from CAVA because my whole family can get something of what they want without me worrying about getting junk food. It’s ready quickly and this combination is magic sauce for my kids who are often part of the hangry under 10 year old crowd.“

“It was truly a great experience. The portions are very generous, and the staff are respectful and understanding.“

“Delicious! Loved your vegan plate and mint lemonade! We’ll be back.“

“Best food I’ve had in a long time!!“

“Zov’s is a very nice place, with a friendly atmosphere and staff, and great food!!“

“We had a great lunch here! Their menu is extensive (lots of sandwiches/soups/salads and a full breakfast menu served all day) and they make their salad dressings in-house. We were here for a pretty late lunch and sat outside but service was great. Hope to come back for breakfast sometime!“

“Caspian Mediterranean Kitchen is one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. Previously located in Irvine Orange County, it has been relocated to Foot Hill Ranch less than a year ago. When I visited this new location for the first time, I was completely surprised by the incredibly pleasant ambiance. I ordered two dishes, one was Baghala Polo with lamb, and the other was chicken kebab with rice. I must say, they were among the most delicious Baghala Polo and chicken kebabs I have ever tasted. The staff was all kind and professional. Our server, Ali, was very courteous and skillfully served us. The restaurant was managed by a beautiful girl named Doryaneh, who provided us with a tour of the new establishment and graciously answered any questions we had." Although Caspian Mediterranean Kitchen distance from our home was a bit far, it was truly worth the journey, and I will definitely go there again with friends. Additionally, as I am planning to host a large party in the coming weeks, I have also placed a catering order with them. If you intend to have Mediterranean food, especially Persian cuisine, make sure to visit here; you won't be disappointed.“

“We picked up food for visiting friends & the Cuisine was delicious & service was GREAT! Staff are super-friendly & professional. The Manager personally assisted Me w/ order pick-up & the online ordering process was smooth. We'll definitely order from Fennel everytime we entertain Guests. Thank You!“

“We had my mom’s 50th birthday party here and it was spectacular! Rod and his staff worked very well with us, answering all of our questions and tailoring to our requests. They did everything we asked for and made my mom’s night so special. If you have a big event, I definitely would recommend this place! Thank you again Rod and team for making my mom’s important night so special!!!“

“they go out there way to deliver a beautiful curry, Rice nan, onion bahgee everything beautiful as always..10 out of 10 for everything...Col Carno“

“I found this place on a whim and I'm glad I did. I got the lamp rack "kabob".This was a plate of lamb chops and I got hummus and salad for my sides. Yum! Everything was so well seasoned and the proportions were great. I will definitely be going back and I absolutely recommend.The people there were really nice.“

“Very authentic! If you want The taste of authentic Greek food...highly recommended! Don't forget the Greek beer! Ya Mas!“

“Been coming here for years for lunch with co-workers. Come here once in a while with my wife for dinner. The place had a kind of Parisian bistro atmosphere in the evenings. There are many Persian delights on the menu, but I come for the Fesengen. Service is always friendly and excellent. Sometimes I call it in and pick it up on my way home to eat at home.“