16 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Santa Monica

“Friendly, accommodating staff and great, healthy food 😊“

“The Fig Restaurant is located in the Fairmont Hotel. The service was excellent, the food outstanding. The overall atmosphere was lovely. My photo is of the beautiful fig tree that stands at the hotel entrance. That alone is worth a visit for some :) We’ll be happy to come back.“

“I had an amazing experience at this restaurant! The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned — especially the hummus and the grilled meats. The staff were welcoming and attentive, and the atmosphere felt warm and authentic. You can really taste the quality and care in every dish. I’ll definitely be coming back soon!“

“The cold platter was fantastic! Love the atmosphere. Love the decor. Great experience!“

“Everything was delicious ! I can’t wait to go back! Highly recommend to get their Chicken Shawerma Entree but honestly anything you pick will be pleasing to your palate 🤤🤤“

“Food and armosphere was perfect. The seating area outside was as if we were transported to a different location. The service was good, well taken care of by multiple people. Wish we had 1 clear/set server. Had no silverware on table and had to ask for napkins.“

“Consistently good food and friendly service. My husband and I have never been disappointed with anything we've had from their menu! Super delicious!!!“

“I had a GREAT experience and was able to get food from some of my favorite restaurants in Houston (Rustic, Dog Haus, Burns and Jailbird) all at the same time in the same location!! Everything was delicious!“

“Very friendly servers and great foods! I have recommended to my friends already! ❤️“

“Excellent vibe, food, and service. Was disappointed that minutes after paying our $600+ tab with a generous tip for our (great) server, we were asked by the (I believe) manager if we could finish our drinks in the hotel lobby so others could have our table. We had been at the table less than 2-hours and the table next to us had been seated at their table longer than us. They were polite and offered us a round of drinks, but was somewhat off putting to be rushed out so quickly, as if once the bill was paid, we were no longer valued. Will still go back, and hope they have improved their reservation management.“

“In A Nutshell:

-Crimson is a super good Mediterranean restaurant that offers huge portions for a fair price.
-I love ordering the Chicken Shish Kabob w/ 2 sides for $22.
-The service is always proactive w/ plenty
of smiles.

Overall, the food tastes very good here & it's quick perfect for lunch!“

“I visited Orla by Michael recently. The ambience was really nice and made the experience feel elevated. The service was okay, and the food overall was good. The standout dish for me was the lamb shank hummus — really delicious and definitely worth trying.“

“Nick the Greek in Santa Monica, located at 219 Arizona Avenue, delivers authentic Greek flavors with exceptional service. Dishes like Gyro Plates, Souvlaki, and their signature Baklava are crowd favorites, consistently praised for their freshness and taste. The Greek Fries and frozen yogurt with honey are also standout items. Customers frequently highlight the friendly, attentive staff, who elevate the overall experience. With outdoor seating and efficient takeout options, this spot is perfect for a casual yet satisfying meal .“

“the service is phenomenal lovely atmosphere, very clean, cleanliness is the next thing to Godliness. the staff is friendly, the waitresses are really nice just all around lovely place the view is off the chain thank you penthouse for a lovely breakfast and God bless yours truly Michael and Jeannie.“

“Alex gives the best service at Palma!“

“Such a great experience, amazing vibes and service. Thank you so much Steven !“