50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Tarzana

“My favorite Lebanese place in the valley. Hands down!“

“This place simply has the best pita and shawarma I have eaten in a long time. The food was so delicious I ate it all before I even thought of taking a picture for this review. The service is exceptional and the vibe is welcoming. If it was up to me this place would have a Michelin star or two. I will definitely be coming back here.“

“Great food great experience loved it would come agin.“

“These two guys are very hardworking in the kitchen, and they definitely deserve to be acknowledged! 👏 I’m amazed watching them work together, they really know what they’re doing. They’re fast, organized, and have great teamwork. I always admire people who work in the kitchen and truly know their stuff. Great job, guys! 🙌👏“

“what an amazing experience from the service to the food to just sitting under the stars it was fantastic we loved our dinner“

“One of the best Shawarma’s ive ever tried, hit the right spot! The staff wr super friendly and kind.

We tried both the chicken and beef shawarma, and they were incredibly flavorful, juicy, and perfectly seasoned“

“This restaurant has excellent choice of delicious Lebanese food, beverages and desserts. Every thing is authentically signed (961) 🇱🇧🇱🇧“

“I had the scallops & the chocolate cake and it was great, the staff were all amazing from the host to the runners/busters with specific credit to Kitty & Anita for helping me and guiding me in the right direction. I definitely recommend you come by if you’re in the area!“

“The lamb gyros are the best things ever. 😊“

“Absolutely loved my experience at CAVA! The staff was incredibly kind, attentive, and welcoming. Everyone was so knowledgeable about the menu and took the time to answer all of my questions and make helpful recommendations. The food was fresh, flavorful, and delicious!

A special shoutout to Andres, who truly went above and beyond to make sure I had a great experience. He was so patient, helpful, and genuinely took the time to make sure all my questions were answered.

Great food, amazing service, and such a welcoming atmosphere. I’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend! ❤“

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

“Hands down, one of my favorite restaurants in LA. My husband and I visit here 2-4 times a month. All the locations are beautiful and unique, but our favorite is Sherman Oaks. It's our home local restaurant, and the entire staff knows us and takes great care of us. It was just our 17th anniversary, and the staff made us feel so special. But then again, they always make us feel special, so we just love everything about this place. Our go-to must-haves are the chicken sliders, fries, and the little gem. And to end the meal, we order vanilla lattes, the best cake and ice cream. It's simply the best!“

“Chris has been extremely trained in the Art of Customer Service. One of the most friendliest if not the friendliest experiences I've had at any Cava Store. I will definitely be coming back and letting my coworkers know to come here for healthy food and Excellent Service... Music also made it for a Good Vibe...“

“I love the food is my favorite restaurant“

“My wife and I had an amazing dining experience here. The service was top-notch, and our server was extremely friendly and helpful with menu recommendations. The prices are very affordable, and the portions are generous enough to leave plenty of leftovers for the next day.
I highly recommend the falafel salad—and both the chicken and beef were tender and juicy. This is definitely going to be one of our new local favorites!“

“Food is and always has been amazing! The chicken and lamb kebobs are my absolute favorites. There was a small mishap with my latest order, but the manager, Mike, called me personally and quickly addressed and resolved the issue. Great food and great customer service!“

“This is such a wonderful find! I was looking for something healthy and filling, and this exactly hit the spot. Jake and Josue were so friendly and took time to walked through the menu with me. 5 out of 5, if you’re looking for a healthy flavorful meal and a friendly vibe this is your spot!“

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“Jocelyn and Sal were awesome! Very accommodating and kind— a joy to interact with. I wish there was a bit more seating on hot days like this, but that’s not the restaurant’s fault, and to be fair, there’s A LOT of seating, anyway.“

“great food. hands down awesome“

“Susan is delightful, and the food is FRESH & DELICIOUS....oh, that laffa bread!!!!!!!“

“This is my fav CAVA location around me. Hakima and the whole staff are super helpful, kind, and patient yet quick! The perfect spot for a lunch outing or a quick lunch break. Thank you for always providing great service and delicious food. The Harissa Avocado salad is my fav! :)“

“The Lule kabob is very juicy and tender! Full of flavor! Very friendly staff, ready to take your order. Catering services are excellent too. They are closed Sundays, but they may cater food for special events on Sundays is you ask!“

“Cute and clean restraunt with wide selection of food. A bit inconsistent with the menu which was a bit confusing. Flavors for the protein were good. Could use some hummus or Taziki with the full plate instead of paying 7 to 8 dollars for a side of it. Peacan caramel was unsuspectingly good. Not too sweet and just the right amount of bite. Came in around 6 and the sun was brutal through the window. Maybe some blinds would help with just the eat in. Service was nice and helpful.“

“The food is amazing! I will definitely be going back. If you go for lunch order ahead, they make everything fresh.“

“I had my family at The Grill Stories Restaurant yesterday Feb. 28, 2026 There were 6 of us and the food was amazingly delicious we had two big family platers and extra sides , my daughter needs gluten free so she had the Mediterranean salad alone separately she said it was fantastic. The outside dining was very comfortable and cozy , it was a beautiful 85° weather . The round lady hostess and other people there were very friendly and welcoming . After we stuffed ourselves there was still plenty of food to pack and take home . Ultimately it was a great experience and with all the food it was approximately $35 per person including tax and tip, for most people it would be less because we ordered a lot of delicious food. We will return again Thank you to The Grill Stories“

“The food was AMAZINGG I can’t wait to go back and eat it again. They reached my protein and calories goals while being delicious. The atmosphere and service was amazing and Jennifer was welcoming and had a Bright smile. Would go again 😊“

“Had such a great time here with my cousins. We were visiting from Chicago, and it was the perfect LA experience. The food was delicious, the service was amazing, and the atmosphere made the whole visit even better. Everyone in our group loved it, and we left happy and completely satisfied.

Definitely a place I’d recommend to anyone looking for great food, great vibes, and an even better experience. We’ll definitely be back! 🙌“

“We had a fantastic dinner here. I ordered the chicken combo plate and my wife had the beef combo plate Both were amazingly delicious - perfectly cooked, tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The service was friendly and full of good energy. Highly recommend next time you're in Sherman Oaks.“

“Cevapi is almost like eating it in Sarajevo a few years ago.“

“I love this spot the owner has great Persian food , the kinda flavor that is so different then the rest of the Persian res in the area, I swear the owner is this older nice men the place has home made food smells so good !He makes the best horash sabzi it’s the green herbs stow it comes with a side of rice and it’s really delicious!My friend loves kabobs so he orders that and says it’s very good !All the locals of the area eat here :)So in case you are in the Woodland Hills neighborhood I recommend grabbing lunch at this placeI enjoy every time I come here it reminds meof my moms food , so thank you for this“

“Love the atmosphere, great place to try authentic Turkish dishes ( İskender , dolma , mercimek çorba, Lahmacun) 😋😋😋🇹🇷🧿“

“Craving for a Decaf? No, it’s dangerous to dilute my caffeine. Let’s begin this new cafe adventure.

Cravings cafe is a cozy lil cafe in West Hollywood area at the lobby of Avaco Center building. They’re known for breakfast, paninis and Mediterranean kabob plates. Similarly, they serve coffee and tea drinks.

I came to grab some breakfast sandwich and coffee drink. Food was delightful as well as the coffee. Staff were nice and competent. Prices are fair. Atmosphere was inviting. Their indoor and outdoor seats were spacious.

Overall, it’s a nice lil cafe for coffee and breakfast. I recommend it.“

“Food is great and service was fine. Unfortunately, the location lacks any charm. It's dark, cavernous and lacking in any charm or warmth. I love the location on West Adams, but will not return to the Sherman Oaks location unless it's for takeout. They really need to find a new space“

“Yes I highly recommend the food, the service, and atmosphere.“

“Good vegetarian mediterranean options, and food is reasonably priced. Right across the street from the Malibu Pier entrance and public parking lots. Convenient location. Shared seating allows people from different groups to mingle with each other. Would recommend to all.“

“Service with love. The food is amazing. The owner is very kind.“

“Love Taverna Tony! Great food and location. ❤️“

“Halal House simply is the best for the plates! Chicken over rice and Gyro! I even got two Gyro pita wraps today. Its affordable, quick bite to heat right near CSUN. I also saw that they have burgers! Really good size and taste. This is my go to spot for halal food near Northridge, honestly.😀I“

“Great food and friendly staff. Owners greet you and serve!“

“Beyond excellent! Anything they cook is delicious high quality, flavor(real Persian taste), stuff very friendly, clean (tables,restrooms), definitely I’ll be back, back again, again and again, price(for what the do is very affordable)“

“The Shawarmins are awesome! Very friendly and cool owners. HEY Guys! It's ME!“

“went there today with my son...great food excellent service felt like family...I will definatelly be back!!!“

“Nice food, cooperative staff“

“The best of the best Israeli/Mediterranean kosher food home made and you can taste the diffrence! I cant praise them enough. Try and you won't be disappointed! Amazing!!!“

“I tried the beef shawarma plate here for lunch and it was delicious. Some places the flavor shifts are you dive into the plate, but this plate had a very consistent and satisfying taste. The staff is busy. The place has a very busy vibe to it with just a few people here.“

“I picked up a large order of khinkali, cheese khinkali, potato vareniki and some salads. Everything was amazingly delicious. I was in Georgia last year and honestly the khinkali from Gev’s was just as good if not better than what I had there. Can’t recommend this place highly enough.“

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

“Excellent Lebanese restaurant! The food was authentic, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The service was attentive, and the ambiance was warm and inviting. Highly recommend for anyone craving genuine Lebanese cuisine!“