50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near San Gabriel

“Exceptional food with an exceptional service. There was a mix-up with my order via doordash and George took care of it kindly and professionally. I had the beef kebob plate. The meat was cooked to perfection. PLEASE ORDER DIRECTLY FROM THE RESTAURANT.“

“From the initial greeting, to the lovely outside seating, to the great service staff, to really great flavors, it was a terrific meal. Our whole group concurred, “let’s come back here.”“

“Tucked away in an unassuming area of the city, this restaurant is truly a hidden gem. With just one incredibly talented chef running the entire operation—from cooking to serving—you will be amazed by the precision and professionalism on display. Despite managing everything alone, the chef is efficient, courteous, and goes above and beyond to ensure each guest feels welcome.

The restaurant itself is small, cute, and perfectly neat. It exudes charm with its cozy atmosphere and impeccable cleanliness, which makes the dining experience even more enjoyable. During our visit, the place was full, hosting a party of 11 alongside another table of 4 people. Yet, the chef managed to serve everyone on time without compromising the quality or presentation of the food.

We tried all the dishes on the menu, and every single one was a masterpiece—flavors that were perfectly balanced, ingredients that were fresh, and dishes presented with care. Although there are not many vegetarian options, the ones available were thoughtfully prepared and delicious.

This restaurant is a testament to the dedication and passion of its chef, who has created an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you are seeking an intimate meal or a full-course feast, this hidden gem will not disappoint. Highly recommend visiting and totally worth the drive to the area!“

“Great food . Amazing service. 100% recommended“

“Wonderful food and service! The owner is very friendly and we enjoyed learning about his restaurant journey. Cute diner atmosphere. Definitely a place you want to patron regularly.“

“The food es excelente!! My first time buying there, definitely worth it!!“

“Loved it! Excellent luleh kebab! Will definitely go back again!“

“Never had batter beef Showerma in usa thumbs up for ABU KABAB I highly recommend it you must try“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We go for the trout and beef koobideh! Fantastic food and warm, friendly service.“

“This kebab restaurant was fantastic! The cozy interior, flavorful food, and excellent service made for a perfect experience. Our server, Alina, was especially outstanding—friendly, attentive, and helpful with recommendations. Highly recommend and will definitely return!“

“THE BEST Mediterranean food in LA County! Their filet mignon and chicken have great flavor. I love the hummus and pita chips, which they season themselves. The cauliflower, rice, and pita are also delicious!

Parking: Parking lot behind, enough spaces

Kid-friendliness: Delicious for all ages“

“Highly recommend! Very deliscious dishes; really professional and friendly customer service; well done; thank you and good luck, guys!“

“Food is delicious great staff“

“?Love this spot the food always so good and their meats are so flavorful and tender Shirazi salad is my favs the roasted tomato and jalapeño too plus that one special sauce that has spices and a tangy lemon taste goes real good on everything ? trust me this place is so worth it ?“

“I tried sample appetizers“

“It's a BANGER!! Now and days with ridiculous prices for restaurants, I am taking my hard earned money to small business, mom and pop restaurants. The food is better and you get more bang for the buck then going to a large scale fast food restaurant. This place is amazing! Great food and great customer service and proportion size is equal to the dollar amount. The shawrama bowl was a huge highlight for me out of my 2-day binge at this place. I will be coming here again as a Mediterranean favorite when I am in the area.“

“Luna Grill in La Cañada is my go to..! I come here at least 3 times a week. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming. Jose, I think is the manager, is excellent and always remembers me! The food is delish, they don’t skimp on portions.“

“Friendly service. No frills, good food. Fast.

The kefta was dry but the beef kebab is one of the best I've ever had. Definitely will be back for more.

They give you 2 skewers standard with your order which is a great value. Get another one for 7 bucks.“

“The food was great!! and good company.“

“nice place to dine with family, owner is extremely nice and the food is excellent taste and quality highly recommend“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐😍😍😍😍😍 every meal is made fresh. Hands down a favorite“

“This is my go to spot for Greek food! The food is always so delicious and the servers are friendly and welcoming. The sweet potato pita, beet salad, and baklava froyo are a must try :)

Vegetarian options: Menu offers detailed description of each item on the menu.“

“The place is beautiful, ample parking space, staffs are friendly and accomodating and close to FWY 2 and 5“

“whipped feta app was incredible, it's been almost a week and I'm still thinking about how good it was! the drinks were all memorable as well. was super busy when we went but worth the wait. can't wait to go back for dinner!“

“York Kabob deserves high praise for their exceptional customer service. Despite the initial oversight of forgetting to include the stew in my order, they promptly rectified the situation by delivering two kinds of stew to my doorstep at no extra charge. Their attentiveness and willingness to make things right left a lasting positive impression. The food itself is delicious, with fresh ingredients and perfectly marinated kabobs cooked to order. York Kabob's commitment to customer satisfaction is truly commendable, making them a standout restaurant in this area

Vegetarian options: Ghormeh Sabzi“

“Byblos Mediterranean bakery has the good food , amazing and excellent service, and all the staff at Byblos are very nice, helpful and friendly too. Wishing them all the best And the prefect place to sit and enjoy the meals I rate Byblos Mediterranean baker 5“

“Best kabob plate in town! I drive from Rancho Cucamonga to eat here.“

“Good food. Good portion. Highly recommended!“

“I had a fantastic experience at Ruby Restaurant & Venue! The space was a perfect match for small events and banquets, like birthdays, with a great ambiance and delicious food. The owner and staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making the experience even better. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Loved the energy here the music was great and the food was amazing 🤩“

“only downside is the parking, you have to engage on a busy Pasadena Street possibly even walk some steps over there but it is more than worth it! Fresh and delicious scrumptious food, where the owners really really really take pride in and care about what they are providing to others. check out their menu, dont miss this gem.“

“Being a shawerma connoisseur, this is the most delicious shawarma i have ever had. I have tried pretty much everything shawerma there are out there and this one is by far the best one. Make sure you ask for their special sauce and have at least 2 of them. You wont regret it!“

“Excellent food (and service) at good prices. Dinner plates are hearty with plenty of food to split in half. Thank you!“

“Good food and excellent service!“

“Nancy at the counter is always fast and efficient. She really knows her menu! They have a variety of plates, salads, wraps, and sides. A few of my fan favorites include the works, which comes with a little bit of everything, kafta, beef, chicken, two falafel balls and two step grape leaves. Chicken wrap is made with pita bread, garlic paste, lettuce, tomatoes, and homemade salad dressing. The sides forBesides for your wraps are pickled turnips and your choice of spicy potatoes or salad. My favorite salad would be the grilled veggie salad with protein optional it has onions, bell peppers, zucchinis, yellow squash, and corn, all grilled and topped with their homemade balsamic dressing and feta cheese. Their stuffed grape leaves and falafel are always a hit as well. I have yet to try their baklava, but that is next on my list they’re located in a food plaza, so there are a bunch of other eating establishments as well and their dining areas and restrooms are always spotless. Most of the establishments have the restroom code and Wi-Fi password posted or if they don’t, you can always ask! The TVs mainly play the news and they have connections if you need to charge your phone or laptop overall, this is one of my favorite places to eat. If you decide to go check this place out at the counter know Roxy sent you!

Vegetarian options: Falafel balls, hummus, grapes leaves, eggplant wrap, fattouche, tabouli, baba ghanoush, grilled vegetable salad, house salad, Cesar salad, Greek salad.“

“Delicious chicken shwarma plate. Unusual in that the chicken came on a bed of French fries — but the fries were thick and crispy and perfectly seasoned. Also came with yummy, fluffy jasmine rice, small green salad, two sauces and a side of pita. The space was bright and very clean. Service was a delight. A perfect end to the day. Will be back.“

“This is the first time we eat here. The menu has a wide variety. My husband and I ordered chicken wrap. Delicious! The wrap is enough for a person!
The service was very good!
The only thing is that the restaurant does not have a bathroom. If you don't mind going to the nearby Starbucks you are good! However, the food was great! Definitely we will be back!“

“Probably one of the best Mediterranean places I have eaten at so far. My buddy recommended it and did nit disappoint. I got the beef plate and it had a lot of flavor. The hummus was good as well. It is like a hole in a wall place but definitely worth checking out.“

“food is very nice. so good“

“Tirzahs Mexi-Terranean is a great fast-food alternative! Food is freshly prepared and service is top notch. Outdoor patio seating only, saw many to go orders Monday after 4PM. Small parking lot with plenty of street parking on the industrial side of town.

Asada Nachos
Potato Taquito
Esquite Bowl
QuesaBirria
Agua de Piña

Salsa verde (serrano & tomatillo)
Salsa roja ( chile de árbol)“

“The best food in Santa Clarita“

“Wonderful place! Great food! Amazing fun!“

“I had the Chicken Kabab and a side of Falafals, everything was fresh and tasted delicious. the lady in the kitchen was very friendly and helpful... loved it“

“Lots of vegan choices here with faux meats. I ate my falafel and fries. The fries were a light golden, crunchy outside fluffy inside, generous portion, but it costs extra. The falafel (about five in the wrap) was good, a little dry, but good chickpea flavor 5/5...but I wished the lettuce wasn't so "spring mix from a supermarket bag" and clubky chunky...I like to see more finesse...but the pita was the thick fluffy kind and the sandwich was well wrapped so you could hold it without too much falling out. I enjoyed the cute Sierra Madre ambiance inside...though I was kept waiting so long in the place i nearly left...about 12 minutes alone before someone emerged from the back, without as much of a welcome or greeting. Well, I was excited to be there at least. Anyway, no check ins from any server but I tipped the guy 15 percent anyway, and he did thank me for that. I ordered a beef and chicken combo with rice and the proteins were grrrreat 5/5. It survived the half-hour drive home. Suggestion: Ask to have the pita bread packaged outside the container. The pita was under the proteins...alas mushy soggy unrecognizable....not smart, sorry. So if you want pita that isn't mush, beg to have the pita on the side. One star less because of that decision to put bread on the bottom for a takeout order. My mom didn't get any pita 0/5 and that's a shame bec it was the fluffy kind.“

“The best food, people and everything is amazing 🤩“

“There needs to be a Zankou chicken anonymous/intervention group cuz I've been addicted to their chicken and meals and cannot stop. Every time i try to stop i say "one more chicken tarna, i swear this is the last one!" and before i know it I'm back again the next day for more.“

“good and healthy food and very delicious too.“

“A small restaurant with some of the best food we've found in the LA area. I tried the pelmeni, which are dumplings baked in the best blend of cheese and spices you've ever had. At one point, my cousin said I was crying; I blame the fact I had eaten a pepper earlier in the meal.

Wheelchair accessibility: Helped my 96-year-old grandmother in and out via the two different entries. Both are somewhat narrow, but fully accessible.“

“Would recommend this place. Especially the falafel, might be the best I've ever had! Very crispy on the outside with a soft and tasty filling. Big portions, we had enough to also bring home some of it for breakfast the day after. Liked the variety of all the different food such as feta, salad, humus, pita, lentil soup. Also very kind and genuine family who runs the place, thanks a lot!“

“Excelente servicio y la comida deliciosa …. Pasamos un rato bastante agradable. Gracias 🙏🏻“