50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near South San Francisco

“Absolutely amazing food and service! The hummus was on point, creamy with tender and juicy steak and fries. The kunafa was delicious; not too sweet or overly cheesy with right amount of ice cream. The servers all had smiles in their face and absolutely respected everyone. The environment was clean and the food was piping hot.“

“We travelled from Maryland to experience San Francisco, found this local restaurant within walking distance of our hotel, and decided to give it a try. It was well worth it! The staff was accommodating, attentive and very friendly. The food was exceptional! If you haven’t tried Mediterranean cuisine or love it, this is the place for you!“

“This place is a gem in SSF! We come here regularly about 2-3 times a month for the last 4 years because we love it so much! The ingredients are always fresh and great quality. The owner John is super friendly and hospitable as well as Yakup who regularly works there too. They also make homemade Turkish Delight that’s the best we’ve had. Please give this place a try and you will love it too!“

“Good food!!!! Close to my house 🏠“

“We’re going for burritos and detoured to Nicks to ask if they have spanikopta. Affirmative so in came. Food is amazingly good, fresh, tasty, perfectly spiced.
Bravo! We’ll be back!! Chef’s kiss and btw, Jackie is a doll! She is so graceful 😊“

“Oh my goodness. Such a gem in the rough. Amazing food in the middle of an industrial area. I'm an old fat white guy, and the meal defeated me. For the first time in a long time, I needed a doggy bag. The Shawarma were delicious as were the pickled veggies and cole slaw. The Arabic coffee was to die for. So rich and thick!“

“Welcome to heaven on earth. SF local and either best resturant I've ever been at or tied for first with Han Il Kwan II. Ridiculous quality and exceptional taste. Highly reccomend.“

“Calamari was the best! Go and get it“

“Lovely atmosphere and service from the hostess to our servers. Menu is unique yet simple. Great for vegetarians looking for finer menu. Every bite was flavorful and delicious!“

“Last year, during my first visit to San Francisco, I discovered this restaurant and absolutely loved it. Now I’m back in San Francisco for the second time, and on my very first day in town, I knew I had to come back here.

The food is incredibly delicious! I was so excited to start eating that I completely forgot to take a picture of the chicken soup, but I did manage to get photos of the İskender and the dessert. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and just as amazing as I remembered.

If you’re in San Francisco, you should definitely give this place a try—you won’t regret it!“

“Where East meets West and meets fusion. Authentic Turkish cuisine with a twist. Service and food are outstanding. The owner is on site and monitors every detail. Highly recommended.“

“The best Palestinian/Jordanian/Lebanese food ever! So happy it’s open again in San Bruno 😍“

“My friend and I were visiting CA from Tunisia and stopped here for a taste of home. The chef's dishes are delicious and showcase his unique personal touch on classic recipes. We enjoyed everything we ate, and especially recommend the spicy cauliflower and deviled eggs. The meat in the tagines was incredibly tender and flavorful. As we say in Tunisia, Saha w bishfe! Enjoy!“

“They handled our group of 13 for a birthday celebration flawlessly. The table was overflowing with delicious dishes, and the staff orchestrated everything into a seamless, family‑style feast. Wonderful food, wonderful people, wonderful atmosphere. Highly recommended for both intimate dinners and larger gatherings.“

“everything about the restaurant, from the heated outdoor dining, people who work there, the food so deliciously great especially the one that prepares and cook it, THE CHEFS, amazingly incredible they are and not so pricey above all.“

“האוכל הזכיר אוכל של בית. מה שחסר לנו פה בארה״ב מוסיקה ישראלית משובחת וחומוס טעים. הרגשה של ישראל באמריקה👏👏👏“

“I had the opportunity to enjoy their food at a recent pop-up restaurant put on by La cucina in San Francisco! their cuisine is Algerian and very delicious! I have never had the chance to experience this particular cuisine and now I cannot wait until they open the Municipal Marketplace in San Francisco's tenderloin neighborhood! expected to open in July, KAYMA will be one of the stalls featured there. absolutely every morsel I tried at that dinner was delicious but they're brined black olives were incredible! hoping they will have them available in jars to take home!“

“Amazing Food and great customer service!!!!!“

“We stopped for desert and coffee, it was absolutely amazing. The Dubai cheesecake is rich without being too sweet. The coffee is fantastic as well. The owner is friendly and you could tell he really enjoys serving his customers.

If you're here on vacation it's the perfect stop.“

“Very Nice staff and very clean kitchen and they always treat ME LIKE FAMILY WHEN I COME IN. I recommend this place and its a great addition to our community. Love Teena“

“Absolutely loved this brunch spot! Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The avocado toast was impressive. The lamb burrito was the standout for me. It’s not something you see at most brunch places, and the combination of flavors was unique, well-seasoned, and absolutely delicious.“

“Exceptional flavors and ingredient combinations. Beautiful atmosphere, great staff, and excellent prices. I am only in San Francisco for 4 days and I might come back a second time because the food was so great. Well worth the visit!!!!!“

“Come you won’t regret!
Delicious falafel, handy any kind eastern groceries, Turkish delight death one can only dream of became friends with the owner, super friendly guy!
Highly recommended and f one is in the neighborhood))))“

“I was in the neighborhood and looking for a quick option so I called ahead to order. Billy was friendly and offered me broth and a fresh falafel ball while I waited.

The lamb wrap was great and I’m happy to support a small business with a passionate owner.“

“Best food Ever!! It’s super clean and healthy and nutritious. Try the lavender or clove kumbucha we loved both! And we tried both wraps they were so delicious. Definitely appreciate the warm hospitality and cute vibes upstairs:) Loved it!“

“great food! period. love it“

“Great food, service & outdoor seating!“

“An enchanting and magical place.“

“Arguably my favorite Mediterranean place in SF. The food is consistently awesome. Love the shawarma and shish kebabs. The stews also look good but haven’t had a chance to try them yet. Service is also super friendly. Can’t say enough good things about Karam.“

“Food was really good. I went in expecting typical Mediterranean wraps kind of food. But they really took it to the next level. Had a beef kabob wrap that was terrific. The wrap was moist and a bit chewy like a great burrito. The meat was very juicy and soft. Even the veggies inside the wrap were notably yummy. Hummus was fantastic too. Definitely worth a visit.“

“As a girl moving to San Francisco, I can confidently say that this restaurant has become my regular spot! When I used to visit my sister who lives in the bay area, we came to this place and instantly fell in love. It felt like a taste of back home with the authentic spices and lively ambience. The food was delicious, extremely fresh and well seasoned. Everything came out piping hot and was clearly made with fresh ingredients. That’s hard to find nowadays. We ordered just about everything popular on the menu and I definitely recommend the sultani… the char on the meat is truly one of a kind. I also recommend the manti. It’s so unique but the tarte yogurt mixed with the tomato sauce just works. The service was also impeccable. Our waiter, Hussein, was so helpful and took great care of us during our stay. We didn’t want to leave! It was such a beautiful stay and I will definitely be returning for the coming years that I will live in SF!“

“Great tasting authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. Owners from Gaza Strip originally.“

“It was our first time and the service was amazing. Our dinner was more than excellent, the grilled pork chops with sweet potato puree best ever tasted. Great selection in red wine and great atmosphere! Owners were there and were very welcoming and down to earth! 100% recommended“

“Some restaurants serve you dinner; this one gives you a little piece of Greece to take home.
The authentic Greek flavors were wonderful, but what stayed with us most was the feeling around the table—the warmth, the thoughtful attention, and the little surprises that arrived when we least expected them. A cup of Turkish tea and baklava may seem like a small gesture, yet it made the evening feel personal, as though someone genuinely cared that we were there.
We arrived as first-time guests and left already planning our return. This is the kind of restaurant people come back to not only for the food, but for the way it makes them feel. Burlingame is truly lucky to have a Greek restaurant like this!❤“

“Everything was exquisite. It was a pleasure to be seated here. The lamb shish kabob filled me up. The only constructive criticism I will say is that the water is from tap. I hate to be the bearer of bad news but someone has to! Besides that I will be happy to return and I strongly recommend this place! Ali was very kind as well as accommodating!“

“Octopus was very very delicious“

“Absolutely frickin’ amazing. The portions were phenomenal, especially for the price. The kebobs were juicy as hell. The rice buttery, the salad juicy, and the hummus creamy. I will 100000% be coming back here. This is the best bang for your buck in SF when looking for mediterranean food. All y’all other places better be taking notes. And the staff is friendly and get the job done.

I forgot a photo because the food was so delicious i couldn’t stop to take one.“

“I ordered the Salmon plater it was fresh, the rice was so good and instead of hummus I ordered salad which was also great, and the thin bread omg it was amazing everything was delicious. The price it's right loved it!! I just started working around the area so I had a great experience it clean and smelled clean.“

“Took my team of 14 for a celebration during Dreamforce week and we sat outside in the heated Patio it was a cool night but we felt very comfortable. Out service was fun and attentive. Helped us plan a bit for such a large group and we really ordered perfectly. Food and cocktails were great. I've eaten here for years and have a good expectation on what I hat we'll be getting and wasn't disappointed. Very tasty Mediterranean fare, always good. Highlight was a tomahawk chop special was so good we ordered a second for the table lol.“

“Their tilapia fillet is excellent. Gyros is good. Best baklava. Staff are friendly, cordial, polite and professional. As soon as we walked in, they recognized us.“

“Delicious food in an amazing atmosphere !“

“Good food it was a plate half chicken and half lamb with rice and salad also hummus. And dessert was kunafah , it was my first time tasting it and it was good much better than baqlava. Good hospitality and very clean environment. Definitely recommend. Thanks“

“Delicious food. Interesting menu. Try the cauliflower. Try the lamb. Try the börek. Very friendly staff. Nice outdoor Parklet. Intimate indoor tables.And don’t forget the Turkish beer.“

“Loved it so much and loved it so much and loved it over and over“

“ONE word "EXCELLENT". Great menu, love the murals, quick service, clean and they even serve beer and wine. parking is tricky so have patience. Garlic Fries, Hummus, Combo Gyro Plate!“

“Everything was deliciously good!“

“Heathly food. The Shawarma wrap it's my favorite. I love it!!!“

“Coming from Europe, I hadn’t had a kebab in years and this definitely put me in HEAVEN. The Shawarmas were absolutely amazing as well as the baklavas. The owner was friendly and accessible.
I was just so sad I wasn’t able to grab some, one more time before we left (they’re closed on the weekends).
I definitely recommend this place!!! Thank you for bringing this to America🫶🏼“

“I lived in the Middle East and what Mezze and Mooore offers is of the same high standard as the best restaurants in Beirut.“