17 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Monterey

“I came to Monterey for a self care day and decided to check out this cute little cafe =) I am happy I stayed through the longer line. I expected that meant good food. And it sure was. I noticed it was a one man show. He was super sweet to gifting us free bakalavas for the wait time. I lovedddddd the walnut and the apple cinnamon. I ended up buying 20 pieces for my drive home! I got the falafel and baba plate with the spicy lemonade. It was super tasty. What I love about his one man show, is the dedication to this place, his love of food. It is not your typical fast food culture, it is a come sit, talk, stay awhile, enjoy this food and good company kind of vibe.“

“I highly recommend Hotel1110 This hotels character and alluring beauty gives a warm charming and caring feeling into your soul 🙂 Thank you to the owners and of course, the manager , for making me feel so welcomed. This place has a great location, jacuzzi in room to comfort you after adventurous days, comfortable beds to sleep in, room’s ambiance to soothe you and a fabulous breakfast to wake up to. The “LindaRose” rooftop bar is a wonderful experience too. I cant wait to come back again!“

“This place is a hidden gem! The falafel wrap was the best I've ever had!“

“Wanto say thank you to ALEX S GM AND JENNIFER BARTENDER FOR THE AMAZING SERVICE. You bouth are amazing what started a shaking night you bouth turned 360 around. To all hire ups acknowledge their good employees, they bouth go above and beyond. Chef to i did not get his name and the second bartender thank you you all made my husband bday celebration MEMORABLE!!! THANK YOU“

“Unfortunately, there are not that many Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern Markets in Monterey atea. I come from Southern California where there are ample Mediterranean supermarket but at least this place offers some Mediterranean goodies not found in regular supermarkets. The owners are very nice.“

“I always have the best service. EVERYONE that works there is so kind upbeat and they really do make their food with love. You can taste it. I absolutely love this place. Best Mediterranean food from Hemet California to San Fran (all the other Mediterranean food I’ve tried between) cant top DEMETRAS in Marina “

“Good meal but a little bit noisy and they are a little bit putting pressure to finish your plate and give your table“

“Highly recommend!! We had a 90th birthday dinner for my mom with 11 people. Everything was superb! Outstanding service, excellent food and drinks. Outside terrace is pretty and even allowed our 2 dogs. Superb! Thank you to Z and the wonderful staff, everything was perfect!!!👍“

“Great customer service + 1(8)(O)(5)(3)(0)(1)(7)(0)(0)(2) NO NONSENSE and GREAT ASSISTANCE!!!“

“9/17/25 Experience the Mediterranean here in Pacific Grove. Delicate balanced flavorful dishes accompanied by soft Mediterranean music.
The staff always friendly and great service, been coming here now for the last 2 years and everything I have ordered excellent balanced in flavors not too strong of one ingredient or another, they're Clam Chowder silky and smooth the best anywhere in the San Francisco area.
Today I had their churros salad The Mediterranean comes alive.“

“Amazing food with first class service. In a word.... WOW!!!“

“Great food, consistent portions.“

“Amazing food and service. If you need gluten free options then this is the place! GF garlic bread, pasta, and more. soooo good!“

“A long time local favorite! Amazing food!“

“Route 1 was closed and I had to return to Carmel from Big Sur and took Freeway 101 instead. So another pasta at Portabella! Always going back for it.“

“Great service and food!! Fast service and cozy atmosphere“

“Lovely setting, excellent service, food was delicious and best coffee I’ve ever tasted! I know you use Lavazza but how do you make it?? When we make it to Carmel again we’ll definitely come back!“