50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Richmond

“Simurg Bakery provides great baklava to the ones missing a professional taste in USA. Go for it!“

“Lovely atmosphere and service from the hostess to our servers. Menu is unique yet simple. Great for vegetarians looking for finer menu. Every bite was flavorful and delicious!“

“Phenomenal experience! 🍷 🍽️ Wonderful food and cocktails! A must try while in the Presidio area!“

“Bistro 4293 is truly something special. The food is absolutely incredible, with every dish prepared with exceptional care, flavor, and attention to detail. You can tell there is real passion behind everything that comes out of the kitchen.

What makes this restaurant even more memorable is the owner, Anar. He is one of the kindest and most genuine people you could ever meet, and his warmth and hospitality make you feel completely welcome from the moment you arrive. It is rare to find a restaurant where both the food and the people leave such a lasting impression.

Bistro 4293 deserves every bit of praise it receives. Outstanding food, wonderful service, and an owner who truly cares about his guests. I cannot recommend Anar and this restaurant highly enough. An absolute gem!“

“We stopped for desert and coffee, it was absolutely amazing. The Dubai cheesecake is rich without being too sweet. The coffee is fantastic as well. The owner is friendly and you could tell he really enjoys serving his customers.

If you're here on vacation it's the perfect stop.“

“Exceptional flavors and ingredient combinations. Beautiful atmosphere, great staff, and excellent prices. I am only in San Francisco for 4 days and I might come back a second time because the food was so great. Well worth the visit!!!!!“

“Un rendez-vous avec la bonne gastronomie le service rapide et l’endroit agréable merci 🙏“

“Wow, unbelievably delicious, and a beautiful, calm vibe, too! A wide selection of amazing-looking salads to mix and match; I got one with figs, fennel, and goat cheese and one with sweet potatoes and roasted tomatoes, and both were super-good. The salads come with rice and arugula, and you can add extra proteins if you want. Very enjoyable — I’ll be back!“

“Arguably my favorite Mediterranean place in SF. The food is consistently awesome. Love the shawarma and shish kebabs. The stews also look good but haven’t had a chance to try them yet. Service is also super friendly. Can’t say enough good things about Karam.“

“I had the chicken Shawarma and let me tell you – it was Absolutely delicious. Packed with chicken, hummus and veggies. Throw a little hot sauce on and you just took it to 11.

Also ordered fries and they came out hot crispy and delicious. 10 out of 10 will be returning. I’m stuffed.“

“We came here 15 people deep with 7 kids food was amazing and fresh!!!!

the service was even better one of the workers treated us like family!!!

Gave us free baklavas then after finding out we were Celebrating my sons 21st bday and my daughter enrolling to CAL gave us cake made us feel so special

Special shout out to Diego!!!! Ask for him when you’re there!!! Thank you Diego !!!!!“

“Pàr napja itt vacsoràztunk a csalàdommal!Az ètelek isteni finomak voltak. Csirke gyros tàlat ès a Mix Grill hús tàlat vàlasztottunk, friss volt minden! A Hummust mindenkinek ajànlom, hogy kóstolja meg! Mennyei finom volt! Kedves kiszolgàlàs ès èlő zene is volt! Mindenkinek csak ajànlani tudom ezt a helyet! Visszatèrünk mèg! We had dinner here a couple of days ago with my family! The food was delicious. We chose the Chicken Gyros platter and the Mix Grill meat platter, everything was fresh! I recommend the Hummus to everyone to try! It was heavenly delicious! There was also nice service and live music! I can only recommend this place to everyone! We will be back!“

“Great organic and delicious wraps burritos and plates thank you 😊“

“Octopus was very very delicious“

“It was our first time and the service was amazing. Our dinner was more than excellent, the grilled pork chops with sweet potato puree best ever tasted. Great selection in red wine and great atmosphere! Owners were there and were very welcoming and down to earth! 100% recommended“

“My friends and I just spotted your restaurant after being at a movie on Chestnut st. We just wanted a light bite to eat, we chose the Red Lentil soup fantastic. The Spanikopita excellent and a Bean dish all e with delicious Pita and red Huumus?. We will return.Thank you.!“

“Took my family to this new Mediterranean spot in Oakland and we were blown away. The shawarma plate comes loaded with seasoned saffron yellow rice, crispy spiced fries, fresh salad, and the meat is charred and tender with tahini and paprika on top. The hummus is silky and authentic. The Kabab was really juicy and well cooked, and the chef is very hospitable.
But what really got us? They brought out tea without us even asking. That kind of hospitality hits different.
Oakland needed this place. We’re already planning our next visit. 🥙🫶​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​“

“I've seen this place hyped up on social media as one of the best chicken sandwiches out there and had to give it a try.

Got the szechuan chicken sando, the turkey salami and the sesame chocolate chip cookie. Does it live up to the hype?

The short answer is not really, at least in the chicken sando arena. It's a good chicken sando, it could absolutely do with some more pickled flavor, it's a little one note, I'd love the slaw to be pickled to break up the flavor. The bun is excellent, but the sandwich should be $5-6 cheaper, it's almost $20 and for what it is, while good, is simply not worth it when you can get extremely good chicken sandos all over oakland for much cheaper. Again, it's tasty, probably a one and done for me.

The turkey salami was kind of the star. Great bread, big sando (has to be for almost $20), you can tell it's a quality sando. Would I make a habit of getting sandwiches this expensive? Absolutely not. But it's worth trying and is very good.

The cookie was pretty good, room temp but managed to still have gooey chocolate. $7 is a lot for a cookie but it was tasty and not gonna gripe. Seems like a standard choc chip cookie tho, didn't really get a sesame flavor or see any sesames.

The staff were hustling and this place was doing a lot of business so clearly everything is going right. It's a take out only spot and they have a line so be prepared for that.

TLDR- Is it good? Yes. Is it a must try? No. Is it worth trying? Absolutely. Does $50 for 2 sandos and a cookie in oakland feel like highway robbery? A little bit.“

“Great food lovely location“

“We wanted a quick, healthy lunch. In our group, we had a dietary issue with fatty foods and a severe gluten allergy. The Cafe Elena team were wonderful. All our meals were really good. The lunch area was quiet with ample seating. We would eat there any time we were in the area.“

“I do love the breakfast here. The polenta with greens is my standard order. The green shakshuka really is greener than you were expecting. If you come as a party you can sample the various different kinds of hummus. Haven't been disappointed by anything on the menu.“

“5 stars. Amazing food from the lentil soup to dessert. Highly recommend.“

“Nice large TV screen for FIFA World cup viewing. Great Halal food. Recommend the chicken Shawarma wrap. Everything is fresh and price is very decent. Wish they had more seating but plenty of space to hang out with the boys and watch soccer if youre into that.“

“Great food and service! Special atmosphere“

“rice pudding, cookies, borek,“

“Absolutely loved this place! The food, service, and atmosphere were all outstanding. The cocktails were delicious, and the oysters were truly top notch 👌

We also tried the fish and chips, which came with a surprisingly tasty mango slaw, and the mushroom ravioli was cooked to perfection. Every dish exceeded expectations.

Highly recommend checking it out if you’re looking for a great dining experience!“

“I just spent my birthday here with a small group of close friends and had the absolute best service! Robert was our server, one of my friends came in early and decorated our table (we reserved one of the back patio tables which seats up to eight, which was ideal for a gathering) and we just had the best time!! amazing food that was so easily shareable, incredible wine cannot wait to have another reason to come back here to celebrate!“

“★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Dining at Alora along the beautiful Embarcadero waterfront at Pier 3 was an absolute delight from start to finish. We came to celebrate a birthday, and everything turned out to be completely perfect.
The moment we walked in, we were greeted by an exceptionally welcoming and cheerful staff. Their impeccable service, genuine warmth, and attentive care truly elevated our entire celebration. The stunning setting only adds to the magic—the restaurant features luxurious modern decor paired with an extremely beautiful, eye-catching bar that sets the tone for a high-end evening.
Every single dish on the menu was flavorful and crafted to perfection. We kicked off our meal with fantastic appetizers and drinks:
* Appetizers: The Tahini hummus and tzatziki dips served with warm, fresh pita bread were outstanding, along with the crisp falafels and rich focaccia bread.
* Cocktails & Mocktails: Every single drink was uniquely crafted, beautifully balanced, and executed flawlessly.
For our main courses, the kitchen continued to impress:
* Ladolemono Chicken: Incredibly flavorful, perfectly grilled chicken paired wonderfully with rice pilaf.
* Lavraki (Branzino): Hands down the absolute star and favorite dish of the night—tender, soft, and unbelievably delicious.
* Spanish Adobo Shrimp: A standout seafood dish that was packed with bold, savorous flavor.
They offer a fantastic wine selection with plenty of variety; we opted for the Emblem Napa Cabernet, which paired brilliantly across both the chicken and seafood mains.
To round up the meal, the desserts were absolutely wonderful and a total must-try:
* Banana Chocolate Brownie: Decadent, rich, and the perfect hit of sweetness.
* San Sebastian Cheesecake: Exceptionally creamy with that classic, delicate caramelized top.
* Kunafa: A crisp, beautifully textured Mediterranean treat that capped off the feast.
Alora delivers almost Michelin-star quality food, presentation, and hospitality against one of the best views in San Francisco. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for an extraordinary meal, this place is a must-visit. Highly recommended!“

“My wife and I came out from the Concord area to beat the inland heat and spend the day in Berkeley. We got hungry and decided to stop in here for lunch. The food was delicious!! I’m sad the fact the only picture I took I shared to my Instagram stories and don’t have a picture of my plate. But I had the beef kabob plate with, rice, salad, naan, and hummus. The beef was very tasty and tender. The rice was perfectly cooked and salad was fresh and crispy. My wife had the chicken kabob plate, which came with rice, salad, naan, hummus. The food portions were great and the price is amazing, and the staff is really friendly and welcoming. Great atmosphere to enjoy lunch. I’ll definitely be taking the drive from Concord again here in the near future. As this place is a winner every time.“

“We love Sumac. It is our go-to for healthy comfort food. I especially like the red pepper tomato soup and my husband loves the chicken bone broth soup. He also often orders the red lentil rice bowl. Their half and half bowls are a nice way to customize your order.“

“Huge thank you to Akbar and team. We hosted a family baby shower, about 50 people, at Saffron Kitchen. Our guest were all happy about the ambiance at the venue and gave us many glowing reviews about Saffron's wonderful foods. Setting up the event with Akbar was very simple and took a load off of us. Akbar let us come in early the morning of to decorate and ensure there was enough food for all guests through the event. We would definitely recommend Saffron!!“

“Decent Mediterranean spot in Montclair for a quick bite. They have some seating inside. I got a Philly and falafel for about $25. Portions are huge and took me a meal and a half to finish. No toum (garlic sauce). Nice staff. Will likely try a plate next time.“

“Fast, fresh and consistently good. I've never had a bad meal here“

“Absolutely delicious!“

“I've eaten at Sens dozens of times, mostly for lunch and usually it's amazing. On August 22, I ate there with a group of friends and the service was pretty terrible. It took a long time for our drink order to be taken, then it took 15-20 mins for the drinks to be delivered. Many minutes later, our appetizer order was taken, those were delivered in a fairly timely fashion. 30 or so mins after we finished our appetizers, our entree order was taken. A few of us ordered pizzas and they were not hot when delivered, they were delivered without the pizza tin holders and without plates. It was nice that our group had three hours to hang out, but part of our group missed their ferry home.“

“The pomegranate chicken… I’m sure on this earth there must be better chicken but I haven’t found it yet. Every childhood event, you’d open the tray and there would be the pomegranate chicken and the yellow rice. Nothing better. I was lucky then, and I’m luckier now that La Med is still here and is still so good! Tastes the same: perfect“

“I never write reviews, but I came back to this location for the albacore tuna melt sandwich which is amazing. My personal edits involve sourdough bread and substitute Swiss cheese for cheddar. No produce. Can’t wait to enjoy it again! :)“

“I love, love this little spot. They are fairly new to the area and I love them. Not only is the food always fresh, and packed with tons of flavor, and deliciousness, the staff is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME. This is my new lunch favorite. The prices are phenomenal, especially for the area.“

“the gyros are great, next time i will try the chickpea gyro...go ...eat. enjoy“

“What a hidden gem in Oakland! If you're looking for authentic halal smash burgers, delicious wings, and comfort food made with passion, this is the place to be. Every bite tasted fresh and was clearly prepared with pride and attention to detail.
What made the experience even more special was meeting the owner in person. You can instantly tell he's pouring his heart and soul into this business, and his love for cooking and serving customers shines through in everything they do.
The restaurant is spacious, perfect for families and large groups, and they even have a pool table where you can relax, have fun, and unwind while waiting for your food or hanging out after your meal. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and very family friendly.“

“Been coming here since 1977. Always great food and adult beverages. Best is fried zucchini!!!!“

“First time ever ordering from here. Picked it up myself. I was nervous from all the bad reviews, but I was surprised. Extremely good bowl, generous and delicious and fresh. It will take around 20 minutes, but fresh food always takes time, that's a good sign. I WILL be back frequently. The chicken bowl is filled with greens making it light on the stomach and healthy. Perfect for lunch specifically“

“I don't remember how many times i've been here lol. Whenever I was too lazy to prepare lunch for myself, I usually bought gyro in this place and then went back to my lab/class. The price is affordable for Berkeley Standard (i remember it was around 12 usd before tax).

This place was also in UC berkeley north gate before, so it was close to my building. Then the one in north gate was closed. However I didn't mind to go back and forth from my lab to this place in southgate, my lazy ass didn't mind to go downhill then uphill lol.
And yeah, this place also offers halal food, so that's a plus“

“Great lunch spot! Oakland has lost so many Greek restaurants lately I was happy to find this spot. Open only weekdays for lunch the menu is solid but not overwhelming. Lamb/ beef gyro was tasty as was the side dish-we tried the fries and the salad.. Service was excellent and food was cooked fresh and quickly! Dining area has nice light and good amount of space. We will definitely be back!“

“5 Stars because it's right across the street from the IRS. Whether you leave that building happy or sad, both attitudes could use a cold brew and a croissant -- both of which were good.This cafe is exactly what you need, exactly where you need it.Considered dropping it to 4 stars for not providing the opportunity to get drunk if that's what you needed after the an IRS meeting instead.“

“Such a great experience eating at this restaurant. The service was top notch and the pizza was to die for.“

“Total hidden gem in SF. It’s low key and does take out only, but don’t let that fool you, this place rivals SF’s finest establishments. I moved in a few blocks down the street and have been ordering take out almost every day as I unpack. I’ve tried the chicken hummus plate, meatball and rice plate, and the Beyran Soup. Literally each dish was 5/5 amazing. The soup was the best soup I’ve ever had in my life. Super rich flavor, but not overly salty. Just right. Honestly these folks should turn into a full fledged restaurant.“

“What an amazing night at Chez Mansour! We went to watch Terga Group, and everything was absolutely wonderful. The music was incredible, the ambiance was vibrant and welcoming, and the food was delicious.

On top of that, the owner is extremely kind and made us feel right at home. You can really feel the passion and care behind this place. A perfect spot for a great evening with live music, good vibes, and amazing food.

Highly recommend, we’ll definitely be back!“

“Heck yes it’s good! I’ve had this from time to time at middle eastern restaurants and never knew what it was called. Got my a few days ago and it’s amazing. Definitely check it out.“

“Savoring Lebanese cuisine; like never before . una reunión de amigos ... y una comida excelente ... de falafel boy quede impresionado. más que recomendado.“