50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Montebello

“Wonderful customer service! Friendly employees! I will definitely return.“

“Great experience eating here chicken is delicious“

“The staff was really nice and the food was fantastic! Looking forward to going again.“

“This place has better tasting Mediterranean food than some sit down restaurants and it’s in a food court. We order lunch or dinner once or twice a month. Recently ordered for a family get together and it was a hit. Family lives all over southern cali and some out of state and they all thought the same as me, were very impressed with the flavor especially after telling them I ordered it at a mall. It was a little pricey but worth it and the manager gave us a free side dish of hummus since it was a large order. Lorie had someone take my order and put it in my car for me, very helpful staff with good customer service. That’s always a plus nowadays.“

“We had a 9PM, Sunday reservation at Sora Craft Kitchen, and when we first pulled up, we genuinely thought we were at the wrong place. The surrounding area is very dark and industrial at night, there were barely any cars around, and from the outside you would never expect what’s waiting for you inside.

The second we walked in, it was a completely different atmosphere. It was quiet and super ambient. One thing that immediately surprised me was that it didn’t smell like at all. We were greeted by the chef himself, and seeing him prepare everything right in front of us made the experience even more special. He was essentially running the kitchen himself, yet every dish came out surprisingly fast, fresh, and beautifully prepared.

We started with the Dry-Aged Tenderloin Shish Kebab, and that alone immediately set the tone for dinner. The beef was incredibly flavorful and tender.

Then the chef brought out the Mastabe and PLEASE!! If you come here, ORDER THIS. It ended up becoming the staple of our entire dinner. It’s this creamy house-made yogurt, we literally started adding it to EVERYTHING. The garlicky, creamy freshness somehow complemented every meat and every dish without overpowering anything.

Next came the Siverek Tava, and this one completely blew me away. The combination of ground beef, tomato, and roasted eggplant was incredible. My boyfriend HATES eggplant. Like, refuses to order anything with eggplant level of hate. Even he was shocked at how good it was and how perfectly the eggplant worked with the beef. Huge props to the chef because changing someone's mind about an ingredient they swear they hate says a lot.

The Grilled Branzino came next and was a perfect change of pace. Simple, fresh, perfectly grilled, and topped with vegetables. After all the richer flavors, the fish felt light and refreshing while still having plenty of flavor.

Then we had the Icli Kofte, which might have been one of the biggest surprises of the night. I wasn't expecting such an explosion of flavor from this dish.

Our last savory dish was the Garlic-Spiced Kebab. At this point I was so full and genuinely thought there was no way I was going to finish another dish... and then I kept eating it. It was smoky, garlicky, juicy, and so flavorful that I literally couldn't stop.

And somehow we still made room for dessert.

We finished with the Cheese Halva with Yuzu–Black Sesame Ice Cream, and it was the PERFECT ending. The warm cheese halva practically melted in our mouths. While the ice cream had this refreshing flavor that reminded us of mint and pistachio. The pistachio pieces underneath added the perfect crunch and texture to balance everything out.

What impressed me most about Sora wasn't just one specific dish. It was how thoughtfully everything paired together. Every dish tasted completely different. Nothing felt generic or like something you could order at any other restaurant. You can genuinely taste the freshness and the amount of thought the chef puts into the flavors, textures, and pairings.

Don't let the location fool you. Once you walk through those doors, it's this little hidden gem where the food completely speaks for itself.

Mastabe is NON-NEGOTIABLE. Order it and put it on everything.

Such an amazing dinner and the perfect way to end our day. We left ridiculously full and already talking about coming back. Easily one of the best meals we've had so far.“

“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.”“

“Lovely people and food!!!“

“Great food . Amazing service. 100% recommended“

“whipped feta app was incredible, it's been almost a week and I'm still thinking about how good it was! the drinks were all memorable as well. was super busy when we went but worth the wait. can't wait to go back for dinner!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We go for the trout and beef koobideh! Fantastic food and warm, friendly service.“

“recommended momed 💜️ hotel“

“Loved it! Excellent luleh kebab! Will definitely go back again!“

“Amazing food. Great family run business. It’s just like eating a home cooked meal every time. The family is one of the nicest you will meet. Been coming here for a lot of years and the food is consistently great. Also, they do catering for any sized parties.“

“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.“

“I ordered catering for my party and people are still talking about how amazing the food was! Pita and Basil is my new go to for any group event. It was easy to text through my order and pickup was a breeze. Thank you pita and Basil for contributing to such a great birthday!“

“If you order on Uber Eats, the price is exceptional for the quality and quantity of food you get. All the beef choices are top notch as well as the rice and fresh baked fluffy pita bread. The only not as good items are the chicken being a bit bland and the hummus (but that is a problem for most places in LA). Overall great restaurant with tasty food.“

“Omg I had the best experience today at Cava. It was my first time there and my first bowl was on them . Thank you so much Amy for helping me build my first bowl and the rest of the girls who also assisted as well my bowl was amazing btw . Definitely coming back .“

“Just good quality food . fresh & tasty“

“Absolutely amazing food we had a variety of beef swarma, chicken and beef kabobs with rice, Taziki salad and the TLK plate. All of the meat was perfectly cooked and seasoned amazingly and everything tasted so fresh . Hats off to the chef for amazing dishes that were plated beautifully and served quickly.
Sandra our waitress was so nice and such a delight, so sweet to our 8 and 9 year old sons.she is such a hard worker literally running to make sure everyone’s needs were met. One of the most kindest waitresses we have ever had! We are from Glendora and will definitely be back!! Thank you!!“

“The Harvest Dinner was a wonderful experience. Lemon Poppy is a durable, local favorite, a fun & friendly place to get predictably good food. Having the opportunity to attend a more intimate, curated & personal dining experience was such a treat! The relaxed pace, the unique multi-course meal, & the delightful food surprised that just kept coming ... delightful! Everything was so good! And so much food - we left with multiple leftover containers, that I was able to enjoy for several meals afterward. Definitely a highlight ❤️“

“the food at this place is exquisite, fresh tasty and hot, the presentation of the plate is faboluse, serve on their luxury dinnerware and silverware, the food being served at this place is so much advance in so many aspects compare to high end restaurants on mediterranean cuisine. unfortunately the service is not welcoming and friendly to the exeptiong of a nice gentleman that assited us the other day. but I will not stop comming because the food is incredible. thank you.“

“Never had batter beef Showerma in usa thumbs up for ABU KABAB I highly recommend it you must try“

“Great Lebanese taco joint. Vegetarian options. Generous portions. Very satisfying.“

“Food is delicious great staff“

“Delicious and amazing service!“

“Pita nachos are awesome! Many different flavors of Hummus!“

“This terrific restaurant has been my go-to choice for Mediterranean food in the Whittier-La Mirada area for years. Their plates are pretty to look at and filling. Today my wife and I split a kofta plate and a lamb pita sandwich. The kofta in a particular was wonderfully spiced and tender. Though we did not order it today, they have the best falafel. They also do a great job with large catering orders. We've used them for parties in the past, and our guests always came away happy“

“We stopped by this little Greek restaurant before we went to the Greek theater. The kabobs were definitely prepared by a chef that knows what he is doing. You can tell it was authentic right when you walk in.
Spicy hummus was SPICY. Kabobs were very tender. I wish I lived closer!“

“This is a food truck with several tables available if you want to eat there or you can take the food to go. The food is fresh and delicious. The staff is friendly and helpful. I LOVE this place.“

“Great ambiance and amazing food. I had a lot of food… falafel, spicy hummus, kafta kabob, tzatziki loaded with veggies, cheese balls, and baklava. All so delicious and fresh. I even loved the fresh pita and dipping sauce that was complimentary. From the manager and many servers, everyone was pleasant and friendly throughout my time there. I went during happy hour so the specials were great during that time. I’m definitely returning to this Mediterranean restaurant for sure. I loved it.“

“Amazing food , great ambiance and friendly staff“

“I was car shopping and got hungry, we came into this place by Google maps and let me just say, this place is awesome, we had hummus, potato salad and yogurt and cucumber appetizer, AMAZING, we got two platters one ground beef and steak and One chicken and steak, both steaks were cook to perfection (it's freaking rare to get perfect steaks in any restaurant) chicken was tender and juicy, ground beef was nice and soft, portions are really good, I m a heavy hitter and I ended up full, also Eddie is the man, great customer, ask for him when coming here (unfortunately I forgot to take pictures)“

“Forget about the rest. Try the best“

“Bacari Glendale: It is a beautiful place we have always wanted to go to. We took two friends for a belated birthday dinner (and as the staff realized it was just that, they even rewarded us with a delicious birthday dessert :-). Great service, nice ambiance, and delicious food - we had the bread (could have been a bit more for the $4,50), then shared the Mac & Cheese topped up with the pear and brie pizza that was the best.“

“Great food! Excellent service! 😍“

“🎉Amarion 📍that Harrisa BBQ pita chip wCrazyfeta&garlic dressing omg woe is me • I was riding the train 🚉 fell asleep ℹ️sleeper car🧳 my feta/garlic dressing spilled all over my pajamas 👖 👀 I almost cried 🥹 SMH all the delicious dipping sauce 🫠 that was almost the most delicious chip snack/dip combo I’ve ever had.“

“My tummy is so full and happy. The staff was so very friendly (cashier). Definitely coming back!“

“Loved the energy here the music was great and the food was amazing 🤩“

“The food here is excellent, one of the best Mediterranean restaurants in LA county, but they are closed for events half the time. Which would be fine if they answered the phone, but they have never answered the phone even when they are open. So it's a guessing game.“

“World Famous Grill is easily one of our absolute favorite spots. You can truly feel the love they put into the place because it's family-owned. The owners are always so welcoming, and genuinely friendly every single time we walk through the door.
The portions here are massive, so you definitely leave full and happy. No matter how many times we come back, we always stick to our favorite: the shawarma plate. It is packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, and just hits the spot every single time.
If you want incredible comfort food served by amazing people who treat you like family, this is the place to go. We're always looking forward to our next visit!“

“One12Caffe in Downey is such a cute spot! It has that cozy cafe-diner feel, but it’s also the kind of place where you can bring your laptop, grab a coffee, and enjoy a good meal. The spicy chicken Alfredo was a standout, and their matcha drinks are definitely worth trying. They have a great variety of crepes and desserts, too. The portions were huge, the prices were reasonable, and the staff was super friendly. Whether you’re meeting up with friends, grabbing brunch, or looking for a cozy spot to get some work done, this place is worth checking out. I’d definitely come back to try more of their menu!“

“only downside is the parking, you have to engage on a busy Pasadena Street possibly even walk some steps over there but it is more than worth it! Fresh and delicious scrumptious food, where the owners really really really take pride in and care about what they are providing to others. check out their menu, dont miss this gem.“

“The food here at Tarme is Everything!!! in a nutshell. 😋 Amazing Flavor, Delicious and very Fresh. their portion is also of good size often time it's enough to be shared. This is my Favorite Mediterranean Food Restaurant in Glendale thus far. I am very please with the Food & their Staff. 😍 I score them ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Highly recommend! Very deliscious dishes; really professional and friendly customer service; well done; thank you and good luck, guys!“

“Great place, delicious food 😋. Worth the drive 👍“

“Best ever kabob&desserts. Quality Service Ambient Best flavor food!!! Try once & never stop😋“

“Came in for a quick wrap to go and blown away by the outstanding customer service. The employee who was the most helpful was Daphne. She walked my son and I through the items we were interested in. Our overall purchase was based on her description and we were not let down. Ended up with a chicken Luleh wrap with hummus and the chicken combo. Both were great choices!! We will definitely be back!!“

“★★★★★

World Famous Grill is a fantastic spot for a delicious and satisfying meal! The food was flavorful, fresh, and cooked just right, with generous portions that left me completely satisfied. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and the staff were friendly and attentive. Everything made for a great dining experience. Definitely worth visiting—I’d happily come back again!“

“This is not only one of my family’s restaurants in our neighborhood, it’s one of our favorite spots in LA. Reliably excellent, reasonably priced, truly unique, and staff is always helpful and attentive. The green garlic sauce is so good I’d eat a whole bowl of it like ice cream if it were my last day on earth.“

“I've been coming to the spot for probably over 10 years and the experience overall has been solid. The owners are always really polite, the food is put together ridiculously fast, and the flavors are pretty familiar and flavorful as you would expect from Mediterranean food. I will say, that perhaps there's a little bit of shrinkflation because most restaurants, the portions just seem a little smaller. I think for this cafe, everything is pretty much the same with high quality hummus, tasty rice, fresh salad, but I think the meat portions are a little smaller than I remember a year ago. Also, this round, my lamb skewers were a bit overcooked and on the dry side. But, perhaps this is just an anomaly for this visit. I'm going to try again probably this month!“