50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in San Diego

“Excellent service great food always a pleasure to dine here“

“Hey I just want to say the Luna grill down in Carmel valley was amazing and I want to give a special thank you to Athena for helping me out with my order she was polite and made sure i got everything I needed I recommend anyone that loves Mediterranean food check out this location 2 thumbs up will be back“

“Great place, great food, service is excellent, everybody is having a good time and it shows, this place is a must in SD, whether you go as a couple or with friends, definitely recommended!!!“

“When you walk in the door you know you are home. The owner often greets customers by name and with a big hug. This family run business has the best Lebanese food in the city! The okra is to die for and the flatbreads are incrdible! We can’t stop coming here.“

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“I recommend you bring back lamb on the menu.“

“Went for Saturday brunch. Three of us had the harissa eggs benedict and all 3 said it was delicious. I had the Shakshuka and it was also delicious. The only downside was they had no decaf coffee, which I found strange. Also, the server got confused on our beverage order. Other than that it was great. I highly recommend.“

“Excellent food and service!“

“Food was good. However, the cashiers were busy cleaning up for the night vs taking care of customers. It wasn’t late, either. It was around 7:30 or 7:45 on a Sunday. The cleaners they use are very strong. Very pinesol or something like that. Glad I got food to go because I wouldn’t want to have smelled the cleaners during dinner. Dining room had zero vibe.“

“Mimoza Mediterranean really left a great impression! Devram and Emily were incredibly pleasant and genuinely friendly, even on a surprisingly busy weeknight. Everything is made to order, and you can truly taste the freshness in each dish. We tried the falafel plate with a Majestik Syrah, the grilled Kofte paired with an oatmeal stout, and a warm, comforting lentil soup. For dessert, the Havuc baklava and Turkish coffee were the perfect ending. The place is cozy, easy to find right in downtown San Diego, and definitely worth the drive. Highly recommend!“

“I had a great experience at Luna grill. The grilled chicken and hummus were especially delicious. The service made the visit even better Melanie and Elizabeth were both so friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. Definitely recommend this location for anyone looking for great Mediterranean food.“

“Hey I just want to say the Luna grill down in Carmel valley was amazing and I want to give a special thank you to Athena for helping me out with my order she was polite and made sure i got everything I needed I recommend anyone that loves Mediterranean food check out this location 2 thumbs up will be back“

“Believe them when they say they offer large portions! Every salad option and specialty plate is easily shareable and very fresh and delicious. We dined in and took home considerably more than ate during our visit. Looking forward to trying other menu items and having leftovers for days!“

“love the food I'm from Chicago and omg“

“Best chicken Kabobs, the beef Kabobs were good too, the salad is one of favorites!!“

“Great experience, will come back.

We came by late on a weekday, and the staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. We sat outside, where it was easy to talk, and the sound of cars was not in any way disruptive. I liked the cultural style and interior design of the place as well. The food was very good, although I would say that the chicken was slightly over-cooked (not uncommon). Good overall experience!“

“Such a great place! Falafel California has some of the best Mediterranean food I’ve had in a long time. The staff was friendly, attentive, and professional. They catered to us perfectly and made the whole dining experience enjoyable. If you’re looking for amazing food and great service, this is the place to go.“

“My plate was just delicious, nice people, small place felt “at home” 😊“

“Delicious and great service! Thank you pita 22“

“Food is GREAT! Kids liked it too! Owner,very nice!“

“One of our very FAVORITE spots to drop in on our own, to bring by guests we want to take care of, or to have large gatherings - family and business. We have been coming here for many years, from just 2 of us to the largest being 45 of us for a business function with excellent catering and service. The food is always spot on, and they have one of the best stocked bars in the city - items you rarely find elsewhere. The staff is highly skilled and they flow very well as a team, you always feel taken care of here. Highly recommend Yanni's!“

“Great place! Lots of options“

“Delicious and can have healthy and/or indulgent selections“

“We have ordered Kebabs before here, we recently ordered a meal kit that was all rice and hardly any meat, I mean it was a joke, its a $30 meal. I messaged them because we have ordered several times before and thought maybe they would try to make it right but they never replied. This was 2 weeks ago. We will never buy food here again! The servings are very small and there are tons of other places to eat or order take out around here if they want to be jerks about it! The food is average really, we order out frequently so as not to have to cook and live in the area. We got about $1 worth of rice and lettuce for a $30 meal plate, what a joke!“

“The food was great! The restaurant seems to always get packed during the lunch rush and I can see why! Healthy options for everyone! Alex was super helpful in explaining all the items so as to help me create my bowl. THANK YOU GUYS FOR THE GREAT FOOD AND SERVICE!“

“A quaint Lebanese food joint with immaculate service. The food was amazing and came out fast for a table of four. The server who took our order was so polite and attentive. Loved the vibes. A bit of a small space but if there’s space open, definitely worth the experience.“

“I love this spot. I bring friends here and then they love this spot. Great food, great service, nice, clean restaurant.“

“I asked my friends to send me a photo of everything we ordered, none of us were able to take a snapshot of the mouth watering food that was placed in front of us. The French fries were perfect, shawarma wrap was perfect, burger PERFECT. I wish LA had a spot with shawarma as juicy and flavorful as Harissa’s“

“Very nice and trendy, but not too trendy experience. Our server was friendly and accommodating service was quick but not insanely fast. The ambience was very nice and they had a good selection on their menu. They were accommodating towards a couple changes we wanted to make I think this is a great addition to the garnet strip to make sure it's a well-rounded experience.“

“Most authentic Mediterranean food I’ve had in all San Diego! Will be back again soon!! I used to go to kebab shop franchise but this mom and pop store is much more authentic and even better price for the homemade quality! Thank you Hanna Garden !“

“I ordered online and it was a smooth and easy process. Upon completing my payment, I received a message with the time my order would be ready. As I was driving to pick up my order, I received another message that my order was ready. When I entered the establishment, I was greeted immediately. There's a separate line for online pick up orders. I was able to pick up my order with no wait. My wrap was big and tasty and was made with fresh ingredients!“

“The best chicken shawarma I have tried in San Diego 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 very friendly staff in person and over the phone 📱 the rice is really good too and the sandwiches 😋!!!“

“i absolutely fell in love! i was a first time customer and received such a welcoming experience. everyone was so friendly and helpful and not to mention, the food was amazing! i got the chicken shawarma fries and it was seriously the best fries i have ever had in my whole life! we even received recommendations for the next time we come back, which we most definitely will! 10/10 recommend!“

“I first tried Panini Kabob Grill through work, and I was hooked. The tofu is incredibly yummy. It is very citrus forward, which I love. I usually order the kabob plate, which comes with brown rice (the only vegan rice), avocado salad, tofu, and grilled vegetables. It is fairly inexpensive and very filling for the price. I have since taken friends, and they also enjoy both the food and the value. I believe there are other vegan options, but honestly I have no idea because I like the tofu so much that I will probably never order anything else. Updated from previous review on 2025-12-11“

“Pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. So much delicious food! Chicken plate was fabulous, moist, and seasoned well. The lamb was tender and flavorful. Will be returning.“

“Fusion Kabob has the freshest and best tasting foods. Everything on their menu is so flavorful and tasty. I go here so often and its truly one of my fav places to eat from. I recommend this place for anyone wanting Mediterranean food or anything fresh and flavorful.“

“I got the kebab fries, they were very tasty and the staff was super friendly. If anything, the prices are a bit high but I guess that’s just inflation and the cost of living. So it’s definitely a cool little spot but almost everything is $20+. But the taste of the food is worth it :)“

“Amazing restaurant hidden in seaport village. Everything that they served us was quick and had been cooked to perfection. The Chicken Tikka was perfectly cooked and had nice flavor. Lentil soup was simple but great. We liked it so much that we ordered some more food for lunch to go for the next day.“

“The grilled chicken in any menu item. The chicken wrap is to kill for, according to my better half. The simple rice with grilled chicken kabob is my go-to. At least once a week.“

“They have the best pita gyro I have had. They make their own marinade for their chicken and salad dressing which are both so good. Hope they will open in Temecula!“

“Retirement gathering catered at private residence: Delivery, setup, and food were all top notch. Ease of planning made the event smooth, and the food was fresh, imaginative, abundant, beautiful and delicious. It was a professional and timely display of catering know-how. Guests were happy!“

“The food was great! The restaurant seems to always get packed during the lunch rush and I can see why! Healthy options for everyone! Alex was super helpful in explaining all the items so as to help me create my bowl. THANK YOU GUYS FOR THE GREAT FOOD AND SERVICE!“

“dine in is terrible on summer days...so hot.. sweaty..food is ok..“

“Good service, fresh and delicious food, and reasonable price Definitely will be back .“

“The yummy tasty food is amazing 😉“

“Thank so much to the owner of Marketplace Grille for buying me a wonderful dinner tonight at the Carmel location. Showed appreciation for sure towards someone who’s still apart of the essential workforce. Best Gyros outside of New Jersey you will ever find.“

“Spanikopita was amazing! So perfect and crispy outside, decadent inside. I also had the Cali Joy pita, which was the same idea as a California burrito, as in it had fries and was good and spicy. I enjoyed it. Looking forward to trying more goodies from them.“

“Friendly great place to fuel up!!“