9 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Middletown

“Parsley in Middletown is a go-to for fresh, flavorful Mediterranean food. From crispy falafel and juicy shawarma to vibrant salads and homemade sauces, every bite is satisfying and made with care. The Family Mixed Grill is a highlight—perfect for sharing, it comes piled with tender shish kebab, chicken and lamb kebabs, and perfectly grilled lamb chops. Generous portions and bold seasoning make it a must-try. Don’t skip dessert—the homemade kunafa is warm, gooey, and deliciously crisp. Pair it with their baklava or ma’amoul cookies for a sweet finish. For a more relaxed experience, head to the cozy second-floor dining room—great for enjoying your meal in a quieter setting. Friendly service and consistently great food make Parsley a true gem on Main Street.“

“Just went tonight and grabbed 2 chicken platters to go with my fiancé. The employees were wonderful. Beyond kind and personable. The food I don’t have words for. I didn’t take a photo due to being over excited but the portions are more than fair for what you pay. The hot sauce is VERY hot for me personally but I like it. The salata that comes with the entree is so fresh and tasty. The chicken is perfectly cooked - tender and seasoned deliciously. Even the rice is a masterpiece. We also highly recommend the pakora chips! They’re crispy on the outside, nice and soft on the outside, seasoned, and made fresh to order. We were even told by the staff that we were welcome to sit and make ourselves comfortable while we waited for the chips since they are made to order but our food was done so fast we barely had a chance to! We’re not done eating but we’ve already agreed this will be our Saturday night go to. For 2 people getting 2 platters and a side of pakora chips it was just $30. You’d spend more per person getting dinner from any other restaurant around.“

“I always come to this restaurant, the food is so good, the drinks are always spot on, not too strong and not too sweet just how I like it. The servers/bartender are very friendly. They have some nice decorations put up if you want to take some pictures and the atmosphere is nice. The dinning room is a perfect place to chat and feel at peace with the music. The bar is great to come have some quick drinks a couple of tapas, listen to music and leave happy, the patio is a nice place to enjoy the view and weather. Prices match the quality of the food. The point is this is one of my favorite places to come to with my family, wife, friends. they do such a good job with everything they do! I want them to get more recognition because they definitely have so much potential!“

“The food is delicious. The restaurant is clean and the staff are very nice. The seating feels like being in a living room of a home in Middle East, cozy and welcoming. I just think that it would be best if the tables were a little higher and if they turn the TV on or play some music to break the silence because it doesn't feel like you can have private talk when it's dead silence. I suggest something like a soft music may be with a show of Middle East paysage.“

“Edit November 2024: So after I visited them again, I am now determined, they are so good, I will make it a traditional stop every time traveling to Hartford....
Earlier October 2024: Visiting the area, Googled for a restaurant and found this one, well done, good food, delicious and a lot of choices.“

“I’ve come to location 10+ times and I’ve always had a great experience. Food is fresh, employees have a great attitude, dining hall is clean. I want to give a special shout-out to Elly and Toya, they are so kind and their customer service skills really go a long way.“

“I absolutely love this place never tried it till tonight the meat falls off the bone and the portions size is great this was all only 17 dollars and a size medium in lamb haneeth, worth the money will definitely get from here again! P.s. I did take a bite of this before taking the photo it comes full meat on the bone.“

“Delicious, authentic Greek food. We have enjoyed everything we have had over the years. Highly recommend the saganaki, tirokefteri, pork souvlaki, dolmades and chicken gyro. The staff is so friendly, it is like having dinner with friends!“

“We had a benefit golf tournament on Monday May 22nd, the team’s performance was absolutely outstanding. The service was great and the food was perfect. We received many positive comments about how good the food and service were at the outing. Thanks again for an outstanding job!! Shout out to Maria and Dave!!!!“