50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Los Altos

“Lovely owner. Remembers you, will take care of you even if you’re new. Amazing food with thoughtful presentation that’s cooked perfectly. I would recommend here for first or 40th date. I would eat here with friends. Lovely lovely lovely place.“

“Very good Turkisk food, great outdoor seating front and back, and always friendly staff. State St. has some of the best restaurants in beautiful Los Altos!“

“Everything! It's a flawless dining experience.“

“Great service and wonderful food!“

“I recommend them for their hospitality, great food and service. Quick to serve!“

“Zadna is wonderful.The food is absolutely delicious and the people are fabulous. Please make sure to support them.They deserve it.“

“Amazing experience! I’ve eaten here three days in a row, and every visit has been fantastic. We had a small mix-up with our order today, but Ahmed was incredibly kind and went above and beyond to help us get everything sorted out. The customer service was outstanding, and the food was so good it was literally dance-worthy. Highly recommend!“

“This was my first visit to Mardini’s Deli, and it definitely won’t be my last! The customer service was outstanding—everyone was welcoming, friendly, and made me feel right at home. The sandwiches were fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. On top of that, the prices are very reasonable for the quality and generous portions you get. If you’re looking for great food, excellent service, and great value, I highly recommend Mardini’s Deli!“

“We ordered the house combo and it was very tasty. It came with 4 meats(chicken,beef,gyro ,koftedes). All of the meat was juicy,tender and well seasoned. The rice. was fluffy ans delicious. The mixed green salad had tomatoes amd cucumber and was topped with a pickled cabbage and dressed to perfection. I only had a small bite of the pita because rhe meal was so filling. I can't wait to try the baklava we ordered. What a great find. I will definitely be going back to this restaurant.“

“Delicious food for decades, family owned! We are never disappointed with this small, friendly restaurant. It is not a chain restaurant, has been around for many years, which must say something. Give it a try if you’re in the mood for some quick, delicious Mediterranean food!“

“Excellent food. We had a royal mix plate and an appetizer combo. All the proteins were great - good flavor, texture, and spices. Lamb shish kebab was very soft and flavorful. Highly recommend their baba ganoush, as it seems to have the right mix of sweet and roasty flavor. Haydari had good amount of dill and mint, and hummus was also good. All in all, excellent food.“

“Really enjoyed Nomadic Kitchen in San Mateo! They feature a streamlined menu focused on heavy-hitting entrees and appetizers, which makes ordering easy because everything they do, they do right.

The hummus plate is an absolute must-have. It features incredibly creamy, delicious hummus topped with vibrant cabbage and pomegranate seeds. It is surrounded by a beautiful ring of rich, colorful sauces, dips, and pickles that pair perfectly with the basket of warm, homemade bread.

For the main course, the chicken kebab was a total hit. The chicken breast cubes are perfectly charred and incredibly tender. What really sets Nomadic Kitchen over the top is their beautiful plating and generous side options. The entree comes out beautifully arranged on a sleek black platter, complete with a fresh salad topped with pickled cabbage, a side of seasoned bulgur wheat, and a side of fluffy white rice. Having both rice options on one plate is a fantastic touch.

If the weather is nice, I highly recommend sitting out on the patio area to enjoy the beautiful San Mateo sun. The service was completely solid, friendly and fairly quick, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality of food you get. I will definitely be back.“

“Excellent food, drinks and service.“

“the best brunch buffet In Bay area. amazing kitchen. 10 stars“

“Best Sabich!!! Their Pita taste good!!! Staff are polite. Quick service!“

“great place and nice food“

“Excellent food, drinks and service.“

“I’m not usually that kind of person that likes to leave reviews!! But this place is awesome �!! Great food, clean place, third time here and will definitely come back whenever I’m in the area .“

“We had a fantastic time! The food was incredible, with the chicken kebab and Greek salad being particular standouts. The combo appetizer was also a hit. Clarisa provided exceptional service, taking care to explain each dish and making sure we had everything we needed. We can't wait to go back and highly recommend it to others!“

“Adorable little café with amazing coffee and pastries! The cappuccino was perfect, and the croissant tasted fresh out of the oven. Super cozy atmosphere and kind staff. Can’t wait to come back!“

“Absolutely exquisite food that comes out fresh. Service was amazing & the people even though busy were very very helpful. Can't recommend this place & food enough.“

“I’ve had such a good time at Zaytinya. It’s a perfect spot to meet up with friends or loved ones. Nice food along with wholesome atmosphere. I had a pup with me so having an outdoor space was so handy. Food was top notch. Salad with watermelon… steak.. oyster. Holly!!! Ridiculously delicious. If you want experience— ask the staff what’s chef most excited about. Be guru for a second. Chef Amiran the best! Thank you guys.“

“Tasty and healthy food at the right price. I ate here twice after hiking in Palo Alto and one of the best wraps I have ever had“

“Delicious, fresh ALWAYS food. Check out the hummus when made by the lady owner. It is the smoothest, most delicious I have ever eaten!“

“Excellent meal was had at this restaurant. Service was very good, food was great, portions were generous. Have to go highly recommend.“

“Had a wonderful, fresh breakfast and a nice dinner at the restaurant in The Westin in Palo Alto. The breakfast I chose was the bar which included eggs, bacon, potatoes, and French toast. Cereal, coffee, OJ, and toast was available as well a 8 varieties of fruit.For dinner, I started with the cheese plate and finished with the Soleil Burger with Gilroy fries. Long Islands were outstanding. The cheese plate was excellent and served with toast. The burger was cooked to perfection with bacon and cheddar.“

“• Totally Rockin’ this Family-Owned Restaurant •

Ordered two combo plates to go. The meats were tender and well-seasoned, pairing perfectly with their fragrant rice, pita, refreshing salad, and cold sparkling Vimto.

I also wanted to mention that even the takeout utensils were high quality, not the flimsy kind you often get elsewhere.

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“Welcoming atmosphere, very kind staff, and wonderful food!“

“I’ve been to this falafel spot many times on the recommendation of friends, and I’ve always sent others there. Until today, the service and food were exceptional—top quality every visit. However, today was different. There was a new cook wearing a white t-shirt and black hat, and my chicken shawarma was off. I got mostly cold veggies at first, and the chicken, when it came, was undercooked. Compared to my wife’s, it was missing that care and balance. Please have a sit-down conversation with the staff—this was not the standard I expect.“

“Comida Grega, muito bem temperada, no ponto certo. Para mim, claro! Parabéns!“

“This is a very unique joint because it’s inside of a grocery store which made it unique, but the food itself was amazing. We were here from out of town in the Central Valley and the reviews were very good so we took a chance and we were very happy. The grocery store itself was amazing. They had some items that we can’t find back home so we did some grocery shopping as well. I would highly recommend this place two thumbs up.“

“Ever since I walked into this restaurant, I instantly fell in love. The clean, healthy, tasty, perfectly portioned sized, and masterly prepared dishes by Ali, and his friendly staff, keep me coming back. My new favorites are the lentil soup, and lamb shank (limited menu special). Satisfying food experience I highly recommend.“

“Great food, Friendly staff.“

“The red and green sauce are off the hook!“

“good food and helpful service“

“Thumbs up:
- Easy, free parking
- Classy, quiet, and comfortable atmosphere
- Attentive and friendly service
- Steak was cooked as requested and with a nice chimichurri sauce

Meh:
- The accompanied shoestring potatoes were literally potato chips in shoestring format; really didn't pair well with the steak. Some veggies or polenta would have been much better.
- The key lime cheesecake was fine but not particularly tangy or memorable.
- Ow the lunch pricing. $60 after tax and tip for the steak entree + dessert (no drink), but this *is* in a hotel, so I wasn't terribly surprised.“

“5 STARS! No BS corporate Olive Garden here! Calzone's my fave. Few Italian spots make'm nowadays. Bread's pillow soft. Mushrooms & tomatoes retain a lotta H2O. I've had some watery ones from other restaurants that spilled out when cut open in the past. Theirs is legit. Customize your own, but the 1 on the menu's fabulous as is. They make their own herb focaccia! Ordering mouthwatering meatballs a la carte is a must! Pastas, paninis, open face, salads, rotisserie chx, ribs, draft beer, wine, delivery, takeout, etc. Perfect place to take your loved ones/friends who'd appreciate the art & hard work the staff serves up so quickly!“

“Very good food and friendly service. They also have heated outdoor seating.

The whole branzino entree and Muhammara dip are both very good. I've gotten both multiple times. They also serve complimentary warm sesame bread which is delicious.“

“Oren's hummus offers authentic Israeli hummus in a convenient spot in Palo Alto. Service is quick and efficient

Reccomend the lamb kebabs with rice, they were really juicy and had a deep lamb flavour which paired well with the fragrant rice“

“Good food, reasonable prices, friendly staff quick service and groovy music“

“Great foood. Great service. Will go back. First time visit.“

“Absolutely delicious food“

“Great veggie burger. Will go back.“

“We ordered the house combo and it was very tasty. It came with 4 meats(chicken,beef,gyro ,koftedes). All of the meat was juicy,tender and well seasoned. The rice. was fluffy ans delicious. The mixed green salad had tomatoes amd cucumber and was topped with a pickled cabbage and dressed to perfection. I only had a small bite of the pita because rhe meal was so filling. I can't wait to try the baklava we ordered. What a great find. I will definitely be going back to this restaurant.“

“I came with a bunch of work colleagues and the atmosphere was nice. The outdoor seating was nice and the staff were helpful, although they didn't come around too often unless we ordered something in the app. This meant that plates were left for quite a while. I looked around to other tables and didn't see anyone helping them regularly either.

The food was OK, not great or memorable but we were ordering for the group so we couldn't get a real meal. We had hummus, lamb, and chicken with some bread. The chocolate cake was good, rich but not overwhelming.

I think the best part was just hanging out with friends, and I saw that with other tables as well, everyone just enjoyed their time and relaxed. Not being pushed out for the next person.“

“Chai is great, tastes basically as good as Coupa's“

“I have to give a huge shoutout to the team at Nick the Greek! I placed an online order and left a note mentioning that my falafel hadn't been cooked well in the past. Not only did they make sure it came out perfectly crispy this time, but they also threw in a free sauce AND left the sweetest handwritten note on my order slip. It's such a small thing that takes so little effort, but it means so much as a customer. it TRULY shows they actually read the notes and genuinely care about getting it right. This kind of above-and-beyond service is rare, especially with online orders where there's usually zero personal touch. You just earned a loyal regular. Thank you for making my day!“

“Las pizzas están bien ricas“

“Amazing food, excellent service, family owned and run local restaurant that is consistently fresh and delicious with huge portions! Love this place!“

“Awesome, had the falafel gyro. It was very delicious. Crispy on the outside tasty and moist on the inside. If your looking for a meat substitute than the falafel is just the thing.�“