50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in San Francisco

“Welcome to heaven on earth. SF local and either best resturant I've ever been at or tied for first with Han Il Kwan II. Ridiculous quality and exceptional taste. Highly reccomend.“

“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!“

“Calamari was the best! Go and get it“

“Absolutely delicious. Meats perfectly seasoned and juicy, brought me right back to Türkiye. That and the people- two regulars welcomed me in with open arms fo share a table with them. Go for the Ararat kebab plate- it has everything and is plenty food for 2 people. Excellent baklava to top the feast off. Wish I had saved space to try their soup, which just about every table had ordered. Next time.“

“We were very very happy with our dinner. A group of 8 we all did the 7 course tasting menu and everything was delicious and nicely presented. Couldn't be happier with the value for the amount of food we got. Cocktails were delicious too. Service was friendly and they even remembered that we were celebrating birthdays. Great experience and highly recommend for delicious Turkish food.“

“My friend and I were visiting CA from Tunisia and stopped here for a taste of home. The chef's dishes are delicious and showcase his unique personal touch on classic recipes. We enjoyed everything we ate, and especially recommend the spicy cauliflower and deviled eggs. The meat in the tagines was incredibly tender and flavorful. As we say in Tunisia, Saha w bishfe! Enjoy!“

“Fabulous experience! My wife and I enjoyed a wonderful Valentine's dinner at Presidio Kebab. My wife tried the Yakut red wine from Turkey that was a little sweet and very good. We started with some Greek fries and Baba Ghanosh that were tasty. My wife enjoyed the lentil soup and a Greek Salad. We recommend asking for extra lemon vinaigrette dressing on the side for extra flavor. I had the steak kebab medium and it was prepared perfectly. The service was stellar, friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back:)“

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

“This Turkish restaurant is outstanding in all aspects! Our dinner consisted of the Meze Combo, which is an excellent selection of their fabulous appetizers, the Lamb Shish Kebab, with lamb that was cooked to perfection, and the Adana Kebab, which was a fine mixture of lamb and beef in a slightly spicy combination. The waiter was very polite and extremely friendly and welcoming, and very attentive to our needs. We thoroughly appreciated his recommendation of the baklava to compliment the excellent meal we had. It had just the right amount of sweetness and a wonderful blend of walnuts and spices. Due to the meal being so exceptional, we came back the next morning for an outstanding breakfast!!! We had the Menemen (Shaksouka) and the American Breakfast. And finished it off with a bowl of their Sutlac - the creamy rice pudding! Delicious indeed! Great waitstaff at both meals! We highly recommend Zevi Cafe!!!“

“Absolutely a great experience! Ambiance was nice. Place was very busy with lunch crowd but the server was very attentive to all. The beef dumplings and the beef and lamb schwarma was amazing! The sangria was tasty! Highly recommend coming to this restaurant!“

“When I saw so many great reviews, I thought it was too good to be true, but after going I can see why the reviews are so positive. The food was delicious and coffee and sweets too. Extremely friendly owner as well. A must go if you are on Union street.“

“great food! period. love it“

“The moment I stepped inside the smell of freshly baked bread and grilled meats made me feel like I was back in a traditional kitchen in Turkey and the hospitality here is truly something special. I spent a long time enjoying my dinner because the atmosphere is so warm and welcoming which makes it a perfect spot for a relaxed meal with friends or family. I really loved the mixed grill platter and the cold appetizers were so fresh and flavorful that they reminded me of some of the best meals I have had while traveling. The quality of the ingredients is top notch and you can tell that the chefs take a lot of pride in keeping the recipes authentic and true to their roots. I noticed that the staff are incredibly friendly and they go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need while explaining the different dishes on the menu with a lot of passion. Even though it is a very popular place for locals the service felt very personal and I never felt rushed during the entire evening. It is a fantastic destination if you are looking for real comfort food and the Turkish tea at the end of the meal was the perfect way to finish a great experience. I will definitely be returning here soon because the entire menu looks so delicious and I want to try every single dish they offer.“

“האוכל הזכיר אוכל של בית. מה שחסר לנו פה בארה״ב מוסיקה ישראלית משובחת וחומוס טעים. הרגשה של ישראל באמריקה👏👏👏“

“I ordered the Salmon plater it was fresh, the rice was so good and instead of hummus I ordered salad which was also great, and the thin bread omg it was amazing everything was delicious. The price it's right loved it!! I just started working around the area so I had a great experience it clean and smelled clean.“

“Great food, service & outdoor seating!“

“Loved it so much and loved it so much and loved it over and over“

“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!!!!!“

“everything about the restaurant, from the heated outdoor dining, people who work there, the food so deliciously great especially the one that prepares and cook it, THE CHEFS, amazingly incredible they are and not so pricey above all.“

“Everything was deliciously good!“

“EXACTLY what I was looking for for breakfast! Feta, spinach, and mushroom omelet, with a fresh made blueberry scone. All were delicious! Husband had a chicken apple sausage breakfast pita with a piece of baklava, and it was all fantastic too. Service was great. Would absolutely eat here again!“

“Heathly food. The Shawarma wrap it's my favorite. I love it!!!“

“This place was amazing. The food was fresh, airy and packed with flavor. The restaurant was open and had many unique tables to sit. The service was fast and we received all of our food in under 10 minutes. I ordered the beef kabob platter and it was great. The beef was very tender, I could pull it apart with my hands and it was very flavorful and paired with everything very well. The side cucumber salad was very aromatic and tangy and paired contrasted well with the rice and bread. I put everything in the pita bread and it was amazing. You could tell everything was made freshly with good ingredients. The pita chips were so good, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect. The staff were kind and served us very fast. This place needs more hype it’s so good.“

“Everything looks just amazing. Truly Mediterranean came highly recommended!“

“Great food lovely location“

“How did I not know about this place? I saw it pop up on Uber Eats (new to me) so I ordered the lamb and beef meatballs with rice, lightly pickled beats, tabouli and some included arugula. Faboo! It's very fresh and a very generous portion. The optional hot sauce is not to be skipped if you like a bit of heat.“

“Charming mom and Pop place with good prices. We couldn’t believe how big the wraps were and they were absolutely delicious. Like I was in SHOCK! First wrap I really liked since moving to SF.
We got the deluxe wraps, chicken and beef. Both were great. You can tell they take the time to do things right and they even make sure to grill the outside of the wraps. And we loved the french fries and eggplant inside of it! What a fun touch.“

“Have been to this place about 8 times in past year.Lovely inside seating nd outdoor seating has amazing view. Menu keeps changing so evry few weeks yoh can taste something new . Menu has enough vegetarian options. Food is always amazing.Mumarrha dip is out of world.“

“Fantastic restaurant with a world class view! I had the Mediterranean appetizer (hummus etc.) and the steak. Both were delicious. Seated at the window with a nice view of the Embarcadero and Ferry Building. Wine was great. Service was perfect. The Hyatt next door has a bridge connecting to the restaurant entrance.“

“The food is amazing you should try their flafle. It’s amazing and staff super nice fellas“

“Awesome food and very friendly service! Love the location and big windows as well.“

“We both had lambs ( the Mrs had the kebab with salad and soup and I had the lamb & beef platter). My plate was made special by the dressing , but my wife’s was the better deal as the smokey flavored meat was out of the ballpark sarap!“

“I cannot say enough great things about Café Mystique. The food is top quality, and the service is exemplary. Sam, Narmela, Azat, and all of the staff consistently go above and beyond to ensure that customers have a fabulous experience! I have tried almost every item on the menu, and I have no negative comments about any item! Visit the restaurant; will not be sorry!“

“We had a great schnitzel plate with a malt star beer. Portions were huge and very tasty.“

“A few of my friends came here for a cool Tuesday night out. The vibe here is amazing! Music was bumping! Food was great! Hookah was flavorful and the staff was were knowledgeable with great recommendations! Definitely a must visit! I asked how the weekends were and I was told it gets quite busy so show up early. Definitely will add this place to our rotation!“

“Consistently delicious for decades“

“Super yummy hummus plates, falafel, kebabs and salads. Found this gem while on a walk in China town. Not easy to find, but once you know where to find it you will come back again and again. Sooooo good.“

“Amazing Food and great customer service!!!!!“

“Little Joey Skidmark lives just a half block away from Big Baba in that little funky yellow house, so when he asked me for a ride home from pier 3 I said as long as you sit on your jacket and keep the window down, because I don't want a stained seat in my truck. So he got a ride home, and I got to enjoy the world famous grilled chicken sandwich from Big Baba Eats! I got it without the grilling, and it was Amazing! 5 stars ☆☆☆☆☆“

“An enchanting and magical place.“

“Had a quick lunch where we saw a line forming out front. The very personable man behind the counter helped answer some questions about their menu. I ended up with the lamb gyro in a wrap, spices and sauces popped. My significant other got the chicken shish kebab plate, a colorful arrangement of a mildly dressed salad complimented the spice on the perfectly cooked chicken. The hummus was very fresh. After compliments to the chef, the same man provided us with some Turkish Tea, so we listened to a violin busker outside of the Whole Foods and enjoyed the brisk early September air. 10/10“

“Octopus was very very delicious“

“Food was delicious. Vibe was laid back. Acoustics (ability to hear my companion) were good, although the restaurant wasn't completely full at the time. I ordered the shaksuka, which tasted great, but I didn't feel full afterwards. My friend ordered a brunch plate with eggs, lamb, salad, and potatoes and it was quite ample and delicious. I think I'll get that the next time I go there. This was my first time to this venue, and I definitely want to go back.“

“I lived in the Middle East and what Mezze and Mooore offers is of the same high standard as the best restaurants in Beirut.“

“I ordered a Lentil miso patty burger and it was absolutely delicious. The patty tasted fresh and soft on the inside. It is a great alternative to impossible patty, that I always look for. Overall, it’s a great vegetarian option. The Ginger Sage Kombucha was also very refreshing.“

“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“

“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!“

“Came here for a quick dinner with a friend and it was empty!

Good:
- Very hearty, you get a ton of food for the amount you pay
- Very quick service, it's like Chipotle
- Ample seating
- The build your own bowl is super worth the price, I also got half salad half rice

Bad:
- A bit messier inside and not a super nice ambiance inside, but it's a quiet place for a catchup with friends

Overall this was a good pit stop if you just want a quick meal!“