7 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Santa Cruz

Achilles by the Sea Mediterranean • $
1404 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Combination Chicken Shawarma and Falafel
Turkish Delight Choose Your Flavor
Chicken Shawarma Plate
Achilles Chicken Plate
Chicken Shawarma Pita
Chicken BBQ Plate
Gyro Beef Plate
Achilles Spread
Turkish Delight
Falafel Plate

“Absolutely loved my first visit here! The vibrant, colorful decor instantly transported me to the Mediterranean, and the warm, welcoming staff made the experience even better. Every dish was bursting with flavor — fresh, authentic, and made with love. This place just earned a permanent spot in my rotation. Can’t wait to come back!“

4.5 Superb136 Reviews
Laili Restaurant Mediterranean • $$
101 Cooper St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Apricot Chicken Flatbread
Grilled Chicken Flatbread
Pomegranate Chicken Kabob
Pear Gorgonzola Flatbread
Mediterranean Plate
Roasted Cauliflower
Beef Koubideh Kabob
Arugula Pesto Pasta
Pomegranate Eggplant
Braised Lamb Pasta

“Great atmosphere . Great food. Great servicev“

4.4 Superb196 Reviews
Zameen At The Point Mediterranean • $
851 41st Ave, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Special Sweet Potato Fries
Veggie Bowl with Chicken
Chicken Rice Bowl
Chicken Salad
Falafel Salad
Falafel Wrap
Saffron Rice
Falafel Bowl
Veggie Bowl
Feta Fries

“Excellent gyro with lamb and beef. I had a black tea drink with it. Outdoor seating was perfect.“

4.4 Superb69 Reviews
Falafel Of Santa Cruz Mediterranean • $
1501 Mission St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Falafel and Gyros Plates with Pita Bread and Baklava
Chicken Shawarma Sandwich with Fries
Small Falafel Sandwich
Vegetarian Combo Plate
Chicken Shawerma Plate
Spinach & Cheese Pies
Falafel Balls Plate
Mediterranean Salad
Fish Kebab Box
Loaded Fries

“Best place for food, fun, and friends! If you're looking for great food, and great service, don't hesitate to come on in!“

4.2 Good63 Reviews
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Mozaic Middle Eastern • $$
110 Church St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Saganaki - The Flaming Cheese
Middle Eastern Combo Platter
Bread and Herb Olive Oil
Grandmas Spanakopita
Classic Hummus Plate
Tzatziki of Athens
Chicken Souvlaki
Grilled Octopus
Mezza Platter
Falafel Wrap

“Food is too delicious and everyone is friendly“

4.2 Good150 Reviews
Zameen Mediterranean Cuisine Mediterranean • $
7528 Soquel Dr, Aptos - 6.66 miles

Customers` Favorites

Falafel on House Salad with Pomegranate Walnut Sauce
Feta Fries and Falafel Salad
Saffron Chicken Greek Salad
Mediterranean Pizza
Red Chili Chicken
Falafel Rice Bowl
Gyros Rice Bowl
Falafel Plate
Chicken Wrap
Greek Burger

“Strawberry walnut salad was great and the feta fries OMG so good“

3.6 Good46 Reviews
Bittersweet Bistro Fine Dining • $$$
787 Rio Del Mar Blvd, Aptos - 7.85 miles

Customers` Favorites

★Classic Bittersweet Paella
★Pan Seared Scallops
Banana Bread Pudding
★ Beef Stroganoff
Ahi Tuna Full Plate
Sweet Potato Fries
Goat Cheese Salad
Chicken Piccata
Chocolate Moose
Crusted Brie

“Delicious food and excellent service!“

3.5 Good54 Reviews

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