40 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Oakland Park

“Great food for good prices“

“Excellent food in a casual feeling restaurant overlooks the pool and ocean“

“Food and service was excellent“

“I found this place maybe 2 or so weeks ago & have been ordering nearly everyday since. I was looking for affordable Mediterranean food that was also still good. Thank God I pulled the trigger here lol. The food is amazing considering taste, quality of food/ingredients, & price. The young lady & gentleman that work the counter are also very nice. I get a pita wrap with chicken & falafel (fries on the inside because I’m a little childish) & it’s chef kiss every time!“

“I recently stopped by Olivio Mediterranean Cuisine at 7815 W Sunrise Blvd in Plantation, and honestly, this place left a much bigger impression on me than I expected.
Right from the beginning, the experience felt personal. We were attended by the owner himself, and he was an absolute pleasure to talk to. Great character, genuinely welcoming, and you could tell he really cares about what he’s putting on the table. He took the time to explain the dishes, the sauces, and even some of the methods and ideas behind how everything was prepared. I really appreciated that. You can tell there’s a lot of patience and thought going into the flavors.

We started with the falafel, lentil soup, pita bread, calamari, salad, and mint lemonade.
That mint lemonade was spectacular. The mint and lemon worked together perfectly. It was refreshing, bright, and lemony enough to have that punch without one flavor overpowering the other. Everything was in harmony.

The falafel was also very well done and crispy on the outside while staying soft and flavorful inside.
Then came the calamari, and this was one of the biggest surprises for me. The calamari itself was great, but that green sauce that came with it? Absolutely incredible. It had just a hint of spice, and the flavors paired with the calamari so well that it almost gave me that feeling of eating something fresh from the sea with its perfect accompanying sauce. I honestly wasn’t expecting it to be that good.
The lentil soup was comforting and well made. It had that homemade quality to it — the kind of food that makes you feel like you’re sitting at someone’s home. If you’re a big fan of lentil soup, you’d probably be all over this.
The salad was a nice, refreshing addition to the beginning of the meal as well.

Then the main courses came out: the beef shawarma and the Jerusalem mixed platter.
Oof!
The beef shawarma was amazing. What I really appreciated was how something seemingly simple was executed with a lot of thought. The shawarma was flavorful, the texture was right, and the sauce that accompanied it brought everything together.

And the Jerusalem mixed platter was just as impressive. The rice, salad, and combination of meats all worked together beautifully. It was the kind of meal where every component had its place.

What stood out to me most about Olivio wasn’t just the food. It was the feeling behind it.
Trying food from another culture can feel like you’re getting a little window into someone else’s home, traditions, and way of life. That’s honestly what this experience felt like to me. I come from a pretty standard background when it comes to food and haven’t always had the opportunity to explore a lot of different flavors and cuisines.

Olivio gave me that adventure!

You can taste the thought, patience, and passion that goes into the food, and having the owner personally walk us through the dishes made the experience even better.

5/5 from me!

Olivio feels like an up and coming spot that deserves some love. If you’re someone who wants to step outside your usual food choices, explore Mediterranean flavors, and experience something made with genuine care, I highly recommend giving this place a visit.
Much love to the owner and the kitchen. Keep doing what you’re doing.“

“Such a delight to have discovered this place with healthy Mediterranean dishes, so close to home and so many healthy meat and vegetarian options. So clean and such beautiful decor! 😍 The staff very cordial and attentive. Made great suggestions n recommendations too. We will return regularly ❤️“

“My wife and I visited for the first time last night. Sat at the bar. Jay our Bartender was outstanding! Gave us great recommendations on the menu and for cocktails. We had a wonderful time, enjoying the food and watching the dancer perform. Would recommend to anybody.“

“Best pita spot in Miami! The chicken shawarma pita and schnitzel pita are both amazing—fresh, flavorful, and always made perfectly. Great atmosphere for families or couples, friendly service, and consistently delicious food. Definitely recommend Pita Xpress!“

“Big Kebab fan and decided to give TKS a try since I was in the area. So happy I did.
The wrap was delicious. You can customize what you want inside. Their hummus was so good, with lemon undertones. Pita was soft and fresh. The garlic sauce was the perfect addition. 10/10 give them a try!“

“Great food!!! Great service!!!“

“Ethos is a favorite of ours, the good is always terrific. Today's visit was extra special due to Sasha, our wonderful server. She anticipated our needs before we asked without being intrusive. Service was quick, and always with a smile. The service is always good, bet she was special.“

“This was our first time eating at a Spanish restaurant. Strictly went there for the paella, which was quite good. We did have two appetizers, one being the white anchovies, and the second one was artichokes and ham. Both were very delicious. Would definitely go back again.“

“Authentic Israeli style shawarma is one of the hardest things to find in this country. They absolutely nail it at Friendship Grill. The food can cure antisemitism. Seriously, it is made with love and delicious beyond words. Make sure to ask for the amba sauce. It is a sweet, slightly spicy sauce made from fermented mango and several spices. You will not regret it. To be honest, it is expensive. One shawarma pita with no sides is $36. But you are right in the middle of Las Olas, and it is getting harder and harder for restaurants to survive on what people think prices should be. So do not fault them for that. Your money is also going to a genuinely good cause. Look up Chabad. Their charity is legendary worldwide, and the restaurant is directly affiliated with them. Also, Spencer did a great job taking my order today. If you want something truly unique that you cannot get just anywhere, while also supporting Israel and treating yourself to an incredible meal, go to Friendship Grill. Just do not come Friday evening.“

“I went for the first time close to home. I've always passed by but never tried it. Well it's my new go to restaurant. We had the most delicious dinner appetizers. Everything was great drinks service very welcoming will be back.❤️“

“The wife and I had excellent Cuban sandwiches here and the view is awesome as well! Our server took great care of us, so it’s easy to see why the ratings are so high! I highly recommend it!“

“Greek Joint in Davie was fantastic. The food was fresh, flavorful, and everything we ordered was excellent. A special shoutout to Kurt, our server, who made the experience even better. He was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and took great care of us throughout the meal. Great food, great atmosphere, and excellent service. We’ll definitely be back!“

“What a hidden gem of a place! The food was excellent, fresh and delicious, good portion sizes too. Great for take out or probably catering too. My son loved the beef kabob. Highly recommend this family run, local restaurant! We were pleasantly surprised to find it.“

“Its been months Im a customer. The market place is very nice, very clean and they're selling many good stuff. The fresh food is amazing and really fresh, you can taste it! Spinach, lahmacum, zaatar, chicken sandwich are always so good ! Very nice people, amazing customer services 👍“

“May Allah Azzawajal bless your business with abundance and barakah. the best Mansaf we had. It was fresh, delicious and yummy. The Mansaf was well worth the price. Thank you Al-Salam Restaurant .and we will definitely return for mansaf again and again. Keep it up ??“

“great food, last portions, really flavourful. food is fresh. the staff is really friendly and listen to your request. Prices are good for the type of food, it may look like a fast food but the food is definitely not cheap quality. Really delicious my son devour the chicken kabob platter.“

“Great food and service!! The restaurant is very beautiful!! We loved it!! ❤️“

“I wanted to use this platform to thank Al Natour Middle Eastern Restaurant and all of its staff for always making us feel like family. If you not yet tried their food please do so. Excellent is an understatement! Please see Shuaibi for the best recommendations 🥙🌯🎂🥳💕 Thank you Shuaibi and the rest of the Al Natour family 💕💕💕“

“Very cute restaurant and absolutely delicious Mediterranean food.“

“How great to have delicious authentic Israeli food! Wish they’d add a location closer to Deerfield Beach.“

“Little hidden place in Plantation, located on Pine Island Road in a small shopping plaza. Izgara is a Middle Eastern restaurant, with delicious food! The Hummus , is the best I have ever had! It's creamy, buttery with a little tangy kick! I had the Skewered Steak Platter with salad, fresh cut sweet potato fries ( that I kept dipping into my hummus) 😋 check this place out! P.S. they also have vegetarian options“

“Excellent restaurant, delicious fresh food. Good atmosphere. Whole family enjoyed it. Faleminderit shqipe, Pershendetje nga Gjilani, Kosova“

“This place is the best~~~ Staff, food all excel~ and the PITA BREAD! outstanding~“

“Wow! Such delicious food and a most gracious and warm staff! Even though they were quite busy, the staff worked to get everything out in a timely manner. Nicest owner who named the restaurant after her grandma! 💕 Loved our experience! Try the arais, the couscous, the shnitzel, or the flanked hummus! Yum!!“

“I’ve been coming to Ethos Greek Bistro since their grand opening, and it continues to be one of my favorite spots in Fort Lauderdale. The food is always served to perfection fresh, flavorful, and consistently excellent every single time. You can really tell the kitchen takes pride in every plate that comes out. What truly makes this place special, though, is the people. From the bussers and kitchen staff to the servers and management, everyone treats you like family. Walking into Ethos never feels like going to a restaurant —it feels like walking into your second home. If you're looking for authentic Greek food, great service, and a warm atmosphere, Ethos is a must visit. Fort Lauderdale is lucky to have a place like this.“

“Excellent food and service!!! Excellent staff and very clean premises!“

“Had a wonderful brunch experience\\! The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented\\. The atmosphere was relaxing and inviting, and the service was friendly and attentive from start to finish\\. Everything came together for a great brunch experience\\. Definitely a place I would recommend and come back to\\!“

“Theos was an amazing experience from the moment we walked in the door. The Hostess was super accommodating and friendly. Our server Marco was superb. They had me after the Greek salad with the freshest ingredients and wonderful flavor. Great food, great service and reasonable prices is the hallmark of great restaraunts. Theos is the best.“

“I came for dinner recently and had a selection of appetizers and menu items. Everything was delicious and seasoned really well but the Kafta Skewers were dry. Otherwise I would have given the food a 5 out of 5.

Our server was friendly and did a good job explaining the menu items, but they should be a little more attentive as there were a couple of stretches where he disappeared.

The dining area is small (about 40 seats total I think), quiet, and well lit. Good for a casual date night, dinner with the family, or small gathering of friends. Not ideal for very large groups unless you reserve in advance.

Good food, friendly service, clean and organized dining room. I'll definitely be back to check it out again.“

“The food is really outstanding! Every meal we had was full of flavor and cooked to perfection.. I recommend visiting Falafel Beach Grill .. “must try”“

“The owner is a real jerk, vaping as he prepares the food. I supposedly went in to train as a cashier, only to get overwhelmed by duties as the cashier, taking orders on the phone, packing take-outs, handling Door Dash, Uber Eats, Grub Hub, serving all the tables as a waitress for the whole place, cleaning them all up as a busperson, and bringing patio furniture outside. Good thing I didn't work at night or I'd have the added duties of also mopping the floors, cleaning the bathrooms as a janitor, and bringing in all the patio furniture. The owner calls it multi-tasking. I call it too cheap to hire more employees. It is insane to ask for so much from one person! As it is, he only pays minimum wage and all the credit card tips are kept by the owner himself! From here I have learned that I'll be leaving cash tips for wait staff in the future, since greedy owners like this feel they are entitled to keep all credit card tips. The place is a disgrace.“

“This was our second time here, and it was just as good as the first! Such a hidden gem inside Pier Sixty-Six Marina & Resort. The mix of Mediterranean and Spanish dishes were amazing, with great flavors and the perfect concept for sharing different plates. Our waitress was wonderful and recommended several dishes that we really enjoyed. The dessert was amazing too!

Beautiful ambiance, excellent service, and a great spot to walk around the marina afterward or head up to the rotating bar for the views. Definitely recommend this place!!“

“We love their middle eastern foods ,flavors , portion sizes , healthy options and desserts . So close to Parkland, Margate, Boca . Very homely , Thanks for the hospitality . ❤️❤️“

“Hummus is amazing! Garlic and lemon zest are on point!! The peach cobbler egg rolls are a great sweet treat and the lemonade is refreshing in the FL heat 10:10 recommend!“

“An excellent dining experience. Everything about It is first class.“