The food is decent, could be better. Flavor profiles are not as authentic Mediterranean Cuisine, probably adopted for a wider audience.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Courtney Turner
I ordered a spicy chicken shawarma wrap, hummus w pita, and a pistachio baklava. Everything was absolutely delicious. The service was friendly and intuitive (I was looking at the baklava but I was so hungry from fasting all day I didn't feel like speaking more to order and the gentleman behind the counter asked "and a baklava?" So I smiled and said yes please).
The wrap was very good, not too spicy at all really. I didn't notice it being spicy really, but it did have jalapenos in it which was yummy.
The hummus tastes super fresh.
And the pistachio baklava was the perfect treat at the end.
They also had a nice drink selection - even the orange dreamsicle kombucha that is currently my favorite.
Vegetarian options: Vegan (falafel) and vegetarian (feta cheese) options for all wraps.
Food: 5
Service: 5
E M2
I've eaten most things here. And have visited this place since they opened. They are delicious. Service is good and the portions are good. And yes you can get good spice here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wraps, The Aroma Burger and Jerusalem Salad, Sauce, Burger, Chicken Shawerma, Shawarma, Mediterranean Combo Plate
mahmoud tarifi
First time there , actually great restaurant, I love what I try there Falafel , Kafka kebab , humus , mutabal and porma dessert
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Soheil Sadabadi
The extremely high Yelp reviews are telling the truth. This was the best burger I've ever had in the US. Truly amazing and great portions to boot. 100% recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hamza Malakzay
Came here after a graduation ceremony for my sibling. Great good. Not too pricey either.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Plates
Natasha O
I often order food to-go while on my lunch break, I order and pick it up in person. The owner is always there, he's very friendly makes excellent recommendations and will answer all of your questions. The food is always hot, fresh, well seasoned and so flavorful. I typically get a kebab plate. I've had the chicken and the kefta and love them equally. The falafel is also amazing, great texture and perfectly fried without being greasy. The portions are very generous and I always have leftovers.
Ordered twice from here now. Loved it the first time, had the chicken plate with hummus and pitas. Second time got the chicken kebab wrap- chicken was good but the filling was less than great, mostly cabbage. Ordered extra pita on the side and they had an odd after taste, like extremely acidic. Not sure if it was an off night or what
Food: 3
hamed hakimelahi
Loved my Falafel here. Yummy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mari Jewell
Lovely people! The food itself is amazing and fresh! They don’t skimp on the food especially the hummus and meat. Very delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mediterranean Combo Plate
Samar Abedrabbo
Mediterranean Aroma in San Francisco offers an unforgettable dining experience. The food is spectacular, with each dish crafted from the freshest ingredients, bursting with authentic Mediterranean flavors. The falafel, kebabs, shawarma and hummus are standout dishes that highlight the restaurant’s culinary excellence.
The service is exceptional, with friendly and attentive staff who go above and beyond to ensure a flawless dining experience. The owner’s generosity and genuine hospitality make every guest feel like a cherished friend.
In summary, Mediterranean Aroma is a must-visit for its incredible food, stellar service, and welcoming atmosphere. Five stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kendall Herkimer
Had to share my excitement after a second take out experience with Mediterranean Aroma. I got the vegetarian combo platter and was amazed by the flavor and freshness.
The hummus is so velvety, truly the star of the show. Baba ghanoush was hearty with a balanced smoky flavor. The side of labneh I ordered was a tangy, bright contrast to the previous dips, topped with a robust olive oil and mint.
The platter also came with dolmas and falafel. Unfortunately, the falafel was forgotten my first order, but was totally redeemed the second round. It was perfectly fried to maintain a crispy exterior with a fluffy interior -- very well seasoned.
The Jerusalem salad was fresh and lightly dressed, but could have benefitted from resting in its juices. This dish is excellent as leftovers, which are almost guaranteed due to the incredible portions. It appears that the tabbouleh was made with quinoa instead of bulgar wheat (maybe I'm mistaken), which was a nice change. It was hard to tell, which leads to my only criticism that I wish there was a little more of a balanced grain-parsley-tomato ratio. The flavor was good, but the tabbouleh was a little too herbaceous for my taste. I LOVED the mixed pickle, as it posed as a tasty palate cleanser between bites.
As a rule, I always order extra pita. I don't know what the standard pita count is, but they've sent me home with a 6-pack of pita each time. They are generous in many capacities (i.e., the giant chunks of authentic feta provided to crumble at one's own discretion).
My impression upon my first pickup was that this is a family business that puts a lot of care and love into their work. The sweet exchange of watching the woman in the back tending to the hummus send her son with a sample to the gentleman manning the grill, his passionate demeanor as he says, "it needs a little more UMPH!", truly warmed my heart. I felt so grateful to have witnessed such a simple but beautiful moment and especially to enjoy the fruits of their labor.
The food is decent, could be better. Flavor profiles are not as authentic Mediterranean Cuisine, probably adopted for a wider audience.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
I ordered a spicy chicken shawarma wrap, hummus w pita, and a pistachio baklava. Everything was absolutely delicious. The service was friendly and intuitive (I was looking at the baklava but I was so hungry from fasting all day I didn't feel like speaking more to order and the gentleman behind the counter asked "and a baklava?" So I smiled and said yes please).
The wrap was very good, not too spicy at all really. I didn't notice it being spicy really, but it did have jalapenos in it which was yummy.
The hummus tastes super fresh.
And the pistachio baklava was the perfect treat at the end.
They also had a nice drink selection - even the orange dreamsicle kombucha that is currently my favorite.
Thank you! Will be back to try the lamb wrap.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wraps, Hummus Shawarma Plate, Chicken Shawerma, Shawarma
great food, prices, and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shawarma
Aroma burger is top
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very good prices and good quality.
Vegetarian options: Vegan (falafel) and vegetarian (feta cheese) options for all wraps.
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've eaten most things here. And have visited this place since they opened. They are delicious. Service is good and the portions are good. And yes you can get good spice here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wraps, The Aroma Burger and Jerusalem Salad, Sauce, Burger, Chicken Shawerma, Shawarma, Mediterranean Combo Plate
First time there , actually great restaurant, I love what I try there
Falafel , Kafka kebab , humus , mutabal and porma dessert
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The extremely high Yelp reviews are telling the truth. This was the best burger I've ever had in the US. Truly amazing and great portions to boot. 100% recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came here after a graduation ceremony for my sibling. Great good. Not too pricey either.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Plates
I often order food to-go while on my lunch break, I order and pick it up in person. The owner is always there, he's very friendly makes excellent recommendations and will answer all of your questions. The food is always hot, fresh, well seasoned and so flavorful. I typically get a kebab plate. I've had the chicken and the kefta and love them equally. The falafel is also amazing, great texture and perfectly fried without being greasy.
The portions are very generous and I always have leftovers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Shawerma, Plates, Chicken Shawerma, Shawarma
Restaurantji Recommends
Ordered twice from here now. Loved it the first time, had the chicken plate with hummus and pitas. Second time got the chicken kebab wrap- chicken was good but the filling was less than great, mostly cabbage. Ordered extra pita on the side and they had an odd after taste, like extremely acidic. Not sure if it was an off night or what
Food: 3
Loved my Falafel here. Yummy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lovely people! The food itself is amazing and fresh! They don’t skimp on the food especially the hummus and meat. Very delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mediterranean Combo Plate
Mediterranean Aroma in San Francisco offers an unforgettable dining experience. The food is spectacular, with each dish crafted from the freshest ingredients, bursting with authentic Mediterranean flavors. The falafel, kebabs, shawarma and hummus are standout dishes that highlight the restaurant’s culinary excellence.
The service is exceptional, with friendly and attentive staff who go above and beyond to ensure a flawless dining experience. The owner’s generosity and genuine hospitality make every guest feel like a cherished friend.
In summary, Mediterranean Aroma is a must-visit for its incredible food, stellar service, and welcoming atmosphere. Five stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had to share my excitement after a second take out experience with Mediterranean Aroma. I got the vegetarian combo platter and was amazed by the flavor and freshness.
The hummus is so velvety, truly the star of the show. Baba ghanoush was hearty with a balanced smoky flavor. The side of labneh I ordered was a tangy, bright contrast to the previous dips, topped with a robust olive oil and mint.
The platter also came with dolmas and falafel. Unfortunately, the falafel was forgotten my first order, but was totally redeemed the second round. It was perfectly fried to maintain a crispy exterior with a fluffy interior -- very well seasoned.
The Jerusalem salad was fresh and lightly dressed, but could have benefitted from resting in its juices. This dish is excellent as leftovers, which are almost guaranteed due to the incredible portions. It appears that the tabbouleh was made with quinoa instead of bulgar wheat (maybe I'm mistaken), which was a nice change. It was hard to tell, which leads to my only criticism that I wish there was a little more of a balanced grain-parsley-tomato ratio. The flavor was good, but the tabbouleh was a little too herbaceous for my taste. I LOVED the mixed pickle, as it posed as a tasty palate cleanser between bites.
As a rule, I always order extra pita. I don't know what the standard pita count is, but they've sent me home with a 6-pack of pita each time. They are generous in many capacities (i.e., the giant chunks of authentic feta provided to crumble at one's own discretion).
My impression upon my first pickup was that this is a family business that puts a lot of care and love into their work. The sweet exchange of watching the woman in the back tending to the hummus send her son with a sample to the gentleman manning the grill, his passionate demeanor as he says, "it needs a little more UMPH!", truly warmed my heart. I felt so grateful to have witnessed such a simple but beautiful moment and especially to enjoy the fruits of their labor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mediterranean Combo Plate
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