27 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near San Marcos

“My company catered Pita's for a staff meeting and everyone loved how delicious and fresh everything was!! Tonight I had to go back to introduce my husband and best friend, we were not disappointed! The lamb sandwich was delicious and filling, falafel was soft and flavorful inside, perfectly crunchy on the outside, hummus is super creamy and wonderful and the salads were crisp and tasty!! The restaurant is very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful with menu questions. We're all full and excited to go back to try more of their menu.“

“Clean place to enjoy your free time. 5 ⭐️“

“Hands down the best persian food in the city. Everything is spectacular and the service is top notch“

“So flavorful and filling!!“

“excelente servicio y súper ricos los platillos“

“The chicken kabob is amazing!“

“This is definitely an amazing place to get some delicious and healthy food from. As my first time eating here I got nothing to say but good things. The food was delicious and was taken to my table very quickly. The staff at the front was very friendly and patient, they took the time to explain the menu to me which was very helpful. I will sure make this a regular place to get food from since the food and the atmosphere here are great.“

“This place has excellent food and wine. Super cool staff. I’ve been before and we’ll be back again. Killer outdoor spot to eat also. I highly recommend it.“

“Shaks came recommended to us by our wedding photographer. Upon finding out they were Armenian Lebanese (same as my family!), we knew we would book with them. As we lived out of the country, our parents went to the menu tasting and had the time of their lives. They came back raving about the place and said we have to book. Totally didn't understand the assignment of narrowing down the menu items we should have on the big day, lol. but that's a testament to how good the food is (especially the fresh falafel). Andrew was so helpful on calls, as he is very busy and emails weren't the best method of communication, and answered all of our questions, worked within our parameters and with a ton of integrity. The team was a delight on the day of and worked their tails off in the kitchen with a smile and in front of the guests. The food was a hit with the guest and I am still thinking about the garlic that I'm sure I smelled like on the wedding night because I just couldn't get enough, lol. The leftovers were awesome to have and to share with guests, too. We will be visiting Shak's when we're in the area as a nostalgia trip!!“

“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!“

“Because of COVID, there's only takeout but we loved our dinner! I'm so glad they opened in RB!“

“I bought 1 gyro, $7.99, a combination plate, $14.99, which comes packed with rice, salad, gyro meat and a kabob, and 1 pita bread, $.99. The price was more than fair for the amount of food we got. The food tasted fantastic, besides the fact that it fed my wife, and four daughters. They all raved about it. If you appreciate Mediterranean food, this place is great!“

“Meat is good. Wrap is good. The sandwich needs to be served on a real, in-store baked pita bread. And they need to give away their t-shirt if you spend over $20. ;-)“

“Thank you for the exceptional service to the great gentleman who seemed like he is the owner or managers. He had gone above and beyond by popping to give my party a delicious rice cake. We were all captivated by the charm, service, and healthy tasty culture retreat.“

“First time eating here. We stopped by the area to supercharging station and was getting hungry. Found this restaurant and did not regret. Generous portion, great food and friendly service. There was a wait because it was super busy but worth it. Will be coming back again“

“excellent service by David, great food and relaxed ambiance“

“great place for romantic day“

“my #1 Oceanside healthy meals“

“This restaurant has a nice outdoor setting with pretty views. I ordered a steak and it came out tender and juicy. The staff was attentive and friendly. It’s a relaxing place to enjoy a meal. I would recommend it for a casual but nice dinner.“

“Great service too! My mouth watered the entire time and was completely satiated and beyond happy with all that we ate! New menu apparently, but I gotta get back before they change it again!“

“Out of all the great fast casual restaurants I will never eat at them again after trying Cava. Cava is miles above any fast casual chain. It’s eco friendly, healthy, cool and above all TASTY. If you’re nearby go in it could be the best decision of your life.“

“Flavorful food served fast! Definitely coming back here :)“

“Happy Chef/ Greek Palace did an AMAZING job catering for our family event (post-funeral reception). They had absolutely delicious food. The chicken was so good [a lot of it was naturally gluten-free, too!], a nice patio setup with a gentle breeze going, and excellent, friendly customer service. We would definitely come back if in town again. THANK YOU !“

“Chicken Plus will always have a special place in my heart. I still remember when my dad used to take me here back in elementary school — it was our go-to spot for a delicious meal and some quality time together. Every visit was a treat, and even now, all these years later, I keep coming back.

The food is just as incredible as I remember — always fresh, flavorful, and made with so much care. But what really sets Chicken Plus apart is the heart behind it. Syd, the owner, is truly one of a kind. Every time I walk through the doors, I look forward to seeing him. He greets everyone like family and makes you feel genuinely welcome. It’s rare to find a place where the food and the people are equally amazing, but Chicken Plus nails it every time.

If you haven’t been here yet, you’re seriously missing out. Thank you, Syd, for all the memories and for continuing to make Chicken Plus the special place it is!“

“Good customer service and great food!!!“

“Super attentive service. From the Hostesses, wait staff to buss boys. Food is delectable. Entrees were well prepared, fresh ingredients, served hot & salads crisp. Highly recommended.“

“My family and I had a wonderful dinner. We are all such picky eaters and our kind server was able to help us find dishes and even accommodate my food sensitivities. I absolutely LOVED my grain and greens salad with salmon--melted in my mouth. My vegetarian oldest child had the cheesy flatbread with banana peppers, so good! And my son with autism had the simple meal he needed. It was my son's birthday and our server even brought this incredible warm brookie and sang Happy Birthday. The ambiance was incredible; low candlelights indoors or starlight and torches outside--and all kid friendly. Pricey were surprisingly reasonable for such a gogreous resort. We look forward to our next stay. So grateful!“