48 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Solana Beach

“Delicious. Clean. Friendly. My favorite take out in Solana Beach.“

“excelente servicio y súper ricos los platillos“

“Hey I just want to say the Luna grill down in Carmel valley was amazing and I want to give a special thank you to Athena for helping me out with my order she was polite and made sure i got everything I needed I recommend anyone that loves Mediterranean food check out this location 2 thumbs up will be back“

“The chicken kabob is amazing!“

“I had a great experience at Luna Grill! The food was fresh, flavorful, and made to order. The portions were great and everything tasted very yummy. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and provided excellent customer service. The restaurant was clean and had a comfortable atmosphere. I highly recommend Luna Grill to anyone looking for delicious Mediterranean food, and I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Delicious and great service! Thank you pita 22“

“Best food in UCSD, no doubt.

You're immediately welcomed by the super friendly people who make you your food and also make sure you leave with a smile on your face. Absolutely love this place! They just be doing this to spread joy to the world 😭🙏“

“The food was great! The restaurant seems to always get packed during the lunch rush and I can see why! Healthy options for everyone! Alex was super helpful in explaining all the items so as to help me create my bowl. THANK YOU GUYS FOR THE GREAT FOOD AND SERVICE!“

“One of the best spots in the area for Mediterranean food. We stumbled upon this place last year and enjoyed it so much that we came back again this year.

For the price, the quality and portion sizes make it well worth a visit. Unlike most Mediterranean restaurants that serve everything on a standard platter, the food here is beautifully presented on a long wooden board, making it perfect for sharing.

The Family Plate, which is advertised for 3–5 people, is realistically enough for about 3–4 adults, depending on everyone’s appetite. The Trio Platter is a must-order—the hummus, muhammara, and baba ganoush are all excellent. Just be careful not to fill up on the appetizers before the main course arrives.

Their wine selection is also very good. The meats were flavorful, although ours were slightly overcooked this visit. The chicken, however, had a nice crispy exterior and was delicious. The rice has a unique, light flavor that’s really enjoyable, but you may want to order an extra side since the portion that comes with the meal goes quickly. The falafel was ok, the lentil soup was good and light.

Overall, it’s a great place to bring family or friends, or simply enjoy a healthy meal before or after a beach day. It can get busy depending on the time, so expect a bit of a wait during peak hours.

The only downside is that the service can be hit or miss, as they often seem a little short-staffed. Thankfully, the quality of the food more than makes up for it.“

“The BEST BURGER EVER! The food is amazing. Anyone that wants a healthier diet but doesn't want to cut out the great tasting foods. Anytime you are in Vegas or San Diego, you must visit them“

“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!“

“FOOD IS WONDERFUL AND TASTE AS SUPPOSED TO BE . I WOULD SAY THIS IS BEST PERSIAN RESTAURANT YOU CAN ENJOY THE FOOD . I AM VERY HAPPY THIS IS CLOSE TO MY HOME.“

“Delicious döner wraps and amazing baklava.“

“Great young generation owners are totally revamping this restaurant and making it best-in-class. I love the food, the presentation, the vibe and everything these young brothers are doing to make this restaurant a top-of-the-line Lebanese restaurant.“

“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.“

“Definitely an interesting place to eat. Everyone really nice. Food was reasonably priced, but not very generous portions , service was slow but it was Yeshiva week!
I also would have appreciated if owner would have updated their website or Google maps to reflect that They would be closed on Martin Luther king day.“

“Enjoyed it totally! 2 nd time and will go back again. Love the food and the menu“

“The food was amazing!! Especially shoutout to Autumn who was so gracious and wonderful when serving us and who went above and beyond to ensure we had an amazing experience! It was our first time and we’re definitely coming back 🤩“

“The food is delicious and fresh! This has been one of our go-to-favorites for years! We always order the build-your-own-bowl-the-grains-and-greens, with grilled chicken. And you can get extra grilled chicken! Perfect for the nights you don’t want to cook but you want something healthy! The staff is above and beyond! A shout out to Brian and the gentleman who was the cashier on the evening of Sept. 8. Sorry I didn’t get his name but he was so kind! My card didn’t work and I didn’t have enough cash, and he said not to worry about it. There was a long line, but he was patient and just so compassionate! When I went back and spoke to Brian, he was just so kind as well. Thank you so much for understanding, and, it turns out it was just a glitch with my card. You better believe we will continue to go back—food and staff are the Best! Go, you’ll be glad you did!“

“Great food and wonderfully pleasant staff.“

“Fantastic new place in town. Just went by tonight and got some of everything to try it all out. Fantastic food with great flavor, excellent service too! I was sad when Skewers went away, loved that place but Tiko Tiko is definitely a worthy replacement! I will definitely be back soon!“

“one of my favorite place. the food is so incredible. it's a must if your in Hillcrest. I've never been disappointed.“

“Good service, fresh and delicious food, and reasonable price Definitely will be back .“

“great place for romantic day“

“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 so much to the owner of Marketplace Grille for buying me a wonderful dinner tonight at the Carmel location. Showed appreciation for sure towards someone who’s still apart of the essential workforce. Best Gyros outside of New Jersey you will ever find.“

“Amazing venue and staff! 5 stars!“

“Melvin and George provided great service!! The food was delicious!“

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

“If you want high quality delicious food at a bargain, come on in and get some skewers! The meat is so tender and juicy and spiced perfectly. I come regularly with my dog and they remember my order. Great food. Great people. Always happy to visit Marketplace “

“Delicious flavors in the family-size meal, which was impressively presented. Service was efficient and polite. Thank you, will come again!“

“Amazing food with lot of healthy options“

“Delicious food. But I came here to write about the customer service: I appreciate that the employee was willing to fix my froyo. I paid extra to add Dubai chocolate… $12 is a lot for froyo and he gave me half the normal portion 🥺 I was afraid to ask, but he was cool about it and gave me a better portion. Thats it 👍“

“I stop in every time I am in San Diego. Everything there is absolutely fantastic...especially the Spanish Cheesecake. It's a hidden gem well worth a visit.“

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

“We so enjoyed our time last night with friends. We will return soon.“

“One of my favorite spots in SD. It is a family owned and operated spot filled with great food and charisma. The owners and staff and incredibly friendly, and the food is made with lots of love. My personal favorites are the breakfast burrito with gyro and the gyro burger. Would recommend!“

“They put us in a windowless back room for Valentine's Day. Every couple in there looked super disappointed when they realized we were in a closed room (converted storage closet) next to the bathrooms. Also, I needed a steak knife to eat my chicken. The other items we ordered were drowning in chunks of raw garlic or syrupy sauce. Overall it was poor dining experience.“

“Enjoyed it totally! 2 nd time and will go back again. Love the food and the menu“

“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.“

“Delicious flavors in the family-size meal, which was impressively presented. Service was efficient and polite. Thank you, will come again!“

“Nice hidden gem in the middle ofan office park with several restaurants and a bar.

Lots of seating and fast casual food service.

There's lots of construction going on here so stay alert for available parking.“

“We had a wonderful experience at Bar Traza yesterday. Our waiter, Zach, was outstanding! He was informative, friendly, personable and very helpful. He truly made our late lunch experience memorable. We sat on the patio, overlooking the golf course with a great view of the surrounding area and hills. I definitely recommend Bar Traza and Zach!“

“Since arrival the staff was very polite and attentive, when I tasted the delicious salmon I had to ask the waiter who the cook was, Chef Saul F came out and greeted us with a smile and thanked us for having dinner there. 10/10 would recommend!“

“Great sandwiches and the daily specials are awesome.“

“I enjoyed the santorini sampler platter. One word. "Delicious"“

“I have eaten lunch twice in two weeks at the Shawarma Guys Mira Mesa location. It certainly exceeded it's reputation which I learned about from Gareth Eats channel on YouTube. I ordered the Wagyu Beef Shawarma Pita (Bryan's Way). It was outstanding, and the garlic sauce was finger linkin good. The following week I ordered the Chicken Cream Chop Shawarma Pita (Bryan's Way) and it was absolutely delicious with that lemon garlic sauce. Make sure to order it Bryan's Way. It comes wrapped in aluminum foil, over a foot long, toasted to crispy perfection on all sides. Keep the foil wrapper on while you eat it, otherwise you make a mess on the table, because it's so crispy, and you don't want to miss a single crispy bite.

One fact we discovered with great delight was they do not use any 'seed oils' in their cooking. That's an important healthful living detail.

The restaurant's seating area is small with efficient long tables seating 6 people per table, about 30 people maximum. There's a lot of take-away service happening here too. The staff took their time explaining all the choices to us, and gave us their favorite recommendations. We loved it and look forward to making this a regular spot. The space was very clean, bright, with plenty of extra sauce for the asking. It's not fancy inside, but it's delicious and worth the visit.“

“I enjoy my morning coffee and breakfast so much. The desserts in the coffee shop are so delicious. In the evening I like the cocktails. I love the fig and prosciutto flatbread, the salads, kung pao calamari, and the chicken. I haven’t tried all of the new chef’s new menu items, but I will.“