50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Los Angeles

“From the initial greeting, to the lovely outside seating, to the great service staff, to really great flavors, it was a terrific meal. Our whole group concurred, “let’s come back here.”“

“The little plates are yummy. I love the pita bread that came with the hummus (Salatim plate). The other plates were good also. I loved the bread pudding (I think it's better than the best cake). What I like the most about Bacari, besides the beautiful ambiance, is the friendliest staff.“

“I waited a year to come here from the east coast, and it was worth the wait. From the food to the atmosphere, I felt like I was in another dimension with the unique take on regional cooking styles to the sound quality of the music. You could taste the freshness in the ingredients — even the cheese in the dessert was clearly homemade and freshly made. This is such a unique and special place. Thank you for a wonderful experience. This was the best food I had in a long time.“

“Food is a 4 star but the atmosphere and service were 5 stars. Group of us ordered most of the menu and everything was good but not great. Everything just lacked that punch of flavor but the standouts were the bruschetta and the ribeye with chimichurri were my favorites.“

“Getting there to be from best restaurant in LA. Tell Aviv cousin. Best vibe you have seen in LA.“

“Delicious! Really interesting and tasty food.“

“I had this placed saved on Instagram and decided to give it a try. It did not disappoint! We got the chicken kebab plate with extra pita bread. It was so delicious 😋 EVERY bite produced a happy dance. Customer service was great. The girl at the counter was very patient with us. There’s outside seating where we chose to sit and free parking on the side streets. I would’ve given them five stars but the fries were lukewarm. They were seasoned and crispy but warm. I will definitely be back and I can’t wait to eat my leftovers tomorrow.“

“Love this place. Always great music with a warm and welcoming atmosphere!“

“recommended momed 💜️ hotel“

“This restaurant has excellent choice of delicious Lebanese food, beverages and desserts. Every thing is authentically signed (961) 🇱🇧🇱🇧“

“This place has thee best food. It is so fresh and delicious. ❣️❣️🥗🐑🌯🍢“

“Lovely people and food!!!“

“This Cava is my go-to! The food is always amazing and consistent, but the service is what really stands out. We were greeted warmly and served quickly by Nicole and Millie today. They were so friendly and made the whole experience seamless. Highly recommend this location!“

“Food is excellent. Ordered the chicken thigh kabob and they were juicy and perfect amount of seasoning. We dined in and the portions were a lot. Get the grilled tomato! The pink dressing (I think they use beets) was a nice change. It’s not a fancy place, but it’s clean and employees were very polite. Would go back to try other menu items.“

“Clean, fresh and flavorful food - Cornish hen kabob plate and tabouli salad- was quite a nice surprise and delightful experience nestled in the heart of the Garment district.“

“Cevapi is almost like eating it in Sarajevo a few years ago.“

“This is the best Mediterranean/Lebanese food in LA. I have not tried a better falafel anywhere in the world yet... Definitely 10 stars!!“

“From the moment my brother and I walked in, the atmosphere felt like family — welcoming, relaxed, and genuinely warm. The food completely exceeded expectations, especially the Persian-style pizza, which absolutely blew me away with its unique flavors and perfect balance. The baklava was rich, fresh, and unforgettable, easily some of the best I’ve had. And the hookah flavors? Truly extraordinary — smooth, flavorful, and expertly prepared. This place isn’t just a restaurant, it’s an experience. I’ll definitely be coming back and bringing friends with me. Thank you Sina, Amir and Majid!“

“This is a very popular place as it gets crowded even before normal dinner time. The semi-indoor/outdoor seating area is clean and relaxing.“

“I loved the food here & especially the service! Chris was such an amazing employee and helped me know what to get, and what to try during my first time here. I highly recommend the shrimp kebab with cilantro jalapeño sauce. The fries with the pickled onions and feta was AMAZING too! Try with the cilantro jalapeño sauce! Will come back again!“

“great food. hands down awesome“

“delicious food in a beautiful setting.“

“happily 😊 surprised. lunch on the run. Good Chicken!“

“Santee Falafel in DTLA is a must.

We ordered the falafel, chicken, and hummus and everything was incredible. The falafel was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, the chicken was flavorful and well seasoned, and the hummus was fresh, smooth, and honestly some of the best I’ve had.

You can tell the ingredients are high quality and everything is made with care. Simple food done right.

Highly recommend to anyone coming to downtown LA.“

“I'm at a loss for words, but I'll try my best. Food? Amazing! Perfect amount of seasoning and the portions are huge! And this is coming from a big dude. For the appetizers, my favorites were the Kashk E'bademjan (Eggplant Delight), Potato Salad, and the Hummus! They have more selections, but this is what I was able to try. I hear all are great! For the Entrees, ALL OF THEIR KABOBS ARE FIRE (MMM MMMM YUMMY). I had a sample of most them and in the islands, we would say "broke da mouf kine", which translates to, the food is *beep beep* GOOD! If you've never had Persian Food, or you love it, this is the restaurant for you! Drinks? I love Korean Soju and Cass beer, so yeah, +10 points from me. They do carry various Wines and Beers though...and of course your choice of Soda Pop. Atmosphere? It' gives you a Kewl Kids Vibe; a classy place where you can be yourself with family and friends and just enjoy each others company. You have your choice of Indoor and Outdoor dinning which is amazing. There's also a private room upstairs that can hold 20 people for a meal and karaoke (there is a fee to reserve, but very much worth it). Staff? We were greeted at the door as if we were coming home. Pasha and his staff go above and beyond to make sure all your needs are met. Their suggestions on meal and drink pairings are spot on. I can't thank Pasha and the crew for making our group outing a success. Overall? I'll be going back and I hope that you add this restaurant to your list of 'go to' places to dine at. You will not be disappointed, I promise you. (Unless your attitude stinks or you're not willing to try new food ‍) Pasha again, thank you so much for the hospitality. I already told Fatemeh that I'll be coming back again. سپاسگزارم“

“Great place to eat. I come here like three times a week. Cesar the manager is a great guy always helps me whatever. I need great customer service very hard-working very busy very professional. Great tasting food thank you I will continue to do business here as a happy customer!“

“I’ve only visited twice, but the food is beyond amazingly good! The dishes are well prepared, fresh, and just the right amount of seasoning. Best hummus ever. I’m someone that has a hard time finding food I like, so I always look forward to coming here. Service is always warm and friendly.“

“My Favorite L.A. restaurant by all means. I need to feel the love one puts into their food. And this is the place I feel it the most. Delish, home-style, served with a smile in a kind, friendly way. The one place that I walk into and feels like home. Thank you for you guys“

“Absolutely the best food and great service. The baklava is probably the best I’ve tasted in a while. We’ll certainly be back again!“

“Great food, friendly service“

“This spot is one of my go-tos when I want something quick but still really good. Everything tastes fresh, portions are solid, and the setup makes it easy to get exactly what you want. Jay stood out with his service—he was welcoming, patient, and just made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. It’s always nice when someone like Jay makes you feel appreciated as a customer. Definitely a place I’ll keep coming back to.“

“The service was VERY friendly. My server, and several others, greeted me with genuine smiles. Started with Warak Enab Dolma/Sarma (stuffed grape leaves), which were excellent. They are the non-vinegar type which I much prefer, firm with plenty of rich olive oil. Then the Sea Bass entrée. Two full filets traditionally seasoned, a large salad, and potatoes. The tomatoes are perfect! Beautiful tea service. Very quaint atmosphere, friendly staff with genuine smiles, everything well presented. Will definitely be back. FYI: Ample free parking on the roof, enter on Western Ave (Petco).“

“Just good quality food . fresh & tasty“

“The chicken is so good and juicy. Its fresh and full of flavor.“

“Saw this place many times driving by, finally stopped in.

Parking was really tough. Might be because of the Farmers Market across the street and Sunday, but still not easy.

Ordered the Lamb Plate ($26). Good size and actually pretty interesting — lots of sides like flatbread, greens, olives, pickled turnips, etc. Not boring at all. But the lamb itself was only a few small pieces and it was ground. Personally, I’d rather have more actual meat and less variety on the plate.

Also got the rosemary lemonade, but honestly didn’t taste any rosemary at all. Just a regular lemonade, a bit sweet and sour.

You pay upfront after ordering, which felt a bit unusual.

We sat outside on a small patio right by the road. It’s okay, but pretty tight, and there was a lot going on around (some lady was walking between tables) — not the most relaxing setup.

Staff was friendly and service was fast.

No public restroom, so just keep that in mind.

Overall not bad. I was hungry, so everything went down quick, but I’m not sure I’d go out of my way to come back.“

“When it comes to the highest quality Armenian Mediterranean food in the LA area, Zankou whether it be here or Pasadena is my top pick. The harr (hot sauce paste) and tomm (garlic paste) are out of this world when added to chicken or kebab. Can't say enough good things about this place. Never disappointed.“

“One of the best Middle Eastern fast casual restaurants in the city.

I've never been anywhere in Los Angeles that had better kofta, their pita hummus and falafel are also excellent.

They also do really good catering and take out.“

“Perfect venue for an event (we celebrated a gender reveal here and it was perfect!). Food, service, ambiance, shaded patio dining, everything was excellent! Family owned business I highly recommend for dining and for celebrations. Menu has something everyone would love. I give them 5 stars!!!“

“I give this beef shawarma wrap a 10/10! The flavor was incredible — perfectly seasoned, juicy, and wrapped up fresh. Every bite was so good. The location itself is really nice and in a great spot, although parking can be a little tight. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place and will for sure be coming back!“

“I've been to many Persian restaurants and I've tasted their kabobs. I must say the kabobs at this restaurant was one of the best that I've had in all of California Yes you heard me right it is that good. I was very impressed and pleasantly surprised. I highly recommend this restaurant because I will definitely be going back.“

“Alan/Yalla Truck provided the attendees at our event with the most delicious meals!
He has a fantastic menu to choose from and gave us the highest quality food and the quantity was most satisfying. His crew was efficient and professional and all through our emails and phone calls, Alan was professional and helpful.

Couldn’t ask for a better experience!
Thank you Alan! Your Yalla Truck should be in high demand.“

“food is very nice. so good“

“Great tasting food, serving size and quality“

“Mike was very helpful with the ordering process. I like to stick to plant based items and he immediately let me know they have a lot of vegetarian options. Healthy options too. I like food that is going to satisfy my hunger and the options they have are very filling. There was a mixture of sweet, salty, spicy and savory flavors. Which is what I chose and love. I will definitely be coming back!“

“The food was spectacular Everything made fresh and the prices are very reasonable I highly recommend“

“Super Deli! 100% recomendado 😋“

“First time there and has a good experience 👍“

“Forgive me—I was so hungry I forgot to take photos the moment the dishes hit the table, so I can only hope my words do this place justice.

We were served by Aman—an artist in his own right and an incredible host—whose family has been perfecting Persian cuisine for over 90 years. There’s a legacy in every bite, and you can feel it. They also have another location downtown.

The hummus arrived silky and vibrant—clearly homemade, with that perfect balance of creaminess and brightness that lingers just long enough to make you go back for more.

My husband ordered the Soltani combo kabob: tender filet mignon, expertly seasoned, paired with fragrant saffron rice that was light, aromatic, and beautifully fluffy.

And then the green stew—deep, layered, and rich with flavor. Every spoonful revealed something new, a harmony of herbs and slow-cooked depth that made it impossible to stop eating.

This wasn’t just a meal—it was tradition, craft, and flavor all in one.“

“Update 8/25/2025:

I wanted to make an update since some things have changed since I initially wrote my first review. This is still easily one of my top three Mediterranean spots in the area. The flavors are always on point, the portions are generous, and the quality has stayed consistent over time. One thing that has changed, though, is the gradual price increase. The chicken kabob plate, which comes with hummus, pita, rice, and salad, used to be about $17 but is now closer to $20 or more. I feel a little conflicted because for the taste and portion size it still feels worth it. At the same time, if you are bringing a date or ordering for more than one person you should expect to spend a bit more than you might anticipate.“

“Excellent food and service.“