50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Sandy Springs

“Tasty, fresh food with friendly, kind staff!“

“Thank you, Kai! Our meal was delicious and healthy. I’m gluten free so I love having options. The grain bowl with salmon is filling and healthy and tastes great! The avocado salad was also delicious as was it beautifully prepared. Highly recommend!“

“Salmon Feast was excellent ‼️“

“The food was good, and the drinks were cold. It was friendly, fast, and efficient.“

“Great restaurant and loved everything about this place.“

“Everything was amazing! It's been a while since I've had good food in the city! Try the spreads sampler!“

“Great food that we had catered for a company lunch. So fresh and absolutely delicious. Amazing 😋😋😋😋service as well.“

“Amazing food experience. Fresh!“

“Bey Mediterranean is an incredible restaurant. The food, service, and ambiance are top notch and the prices are very reasonable. Marc, the owner and chef, cares a lot about his customers and checked on us himself during our meal to see what we thought of the food. I will definitely be back!“

“The food was fantastic and our server Dillion was so knowledgeable, efficient and kind! He was so patient with us through our many questions, recommended some excellent menu items and cocktails, and even gave us a list of other restaurants to try while we are in town. We will definitely be back again!“

“This place is WAY WAY better than The Buttery. If you’re in the neighborhood, the choice is definitely Daily Chew!!!!“

“Fantastic food, great service in Alpharetta,Ga. We loved every bite not sure what the green mint smoothie was but OMG!!😳“

“Tasty food, beautiful ambiance. The mocktails were yummy and there were many great options there to choose from. If you're a non smoker this is hookah lounge and they offer cigars as well.

I got the Lamb. I'd recommend it, ID Required at the door.“

“Un lugar limpio y buen ambiente y excelente atención al cliente y muy sabrosa comida“

“Every time I’m in a new area, I refuse to eat big chain restaurants, and I’m so happy I have that rule because this place is phenomenal! I don’t know what kind of vinaigrette they have but even the salads are out of this world and the lamb sandwich is a must get for your first token experience!! The food came out as fast as the service AND it was still hot by the time I got back to the apartment! Both gentlemen there were super kind and on point, the one taking my order gave me a good laugh too! Five stars is genuinely not enough 100/10 🙌 also the to tzatziki sauce is clearly in-house made be sure to get one“

“If a portal to the Mediterranean existed, this is where you would find it. The food is authentic, prepared and made with love. It will not disappoint you one bit.

From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a warm smile, and as we went through the menu, the owner, Hovan, came out and had a conversation with us.

Apart from being a local gem & landmark, you will leave happier, healthier and planning your next visit.

Support a local business, try the rolls, try the shawarma and close it off with a cup of coffee and baklava.“

“This is easily the best Cava in the metro Atlanta area. I've gone to several Cavas in Atlanta (Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy Springs, etc.) and none of them come close to the level of attentiveness and food quality that this location offers. I've been coming here for quite some time now (at least 1.5 years) and am always pleased with the outstanding service. The environment is clean, the staff is hospitable and gracious and the food is always on point.
The General Manager, Yoel, is one of the most genuinely good people I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with in any establishment I've frequented. He always greets me by name with a smile and he affords this same level of delightful interaction with every customer I see him interact with. He's also always hard at work leading his team by example whether its helping serve customers, working in the kitchen or sweeping the dining room. He's the kind of person i would hire in an instant if I had my own business, based off what I've seen from him.
They are doing an excellent job at this location and it shows by the frequent long lines and satisfied customers. This Cava is what every fast casual restaurant should strive to be like.“

“Where do I even begin? The pita? Perfect texture and taste. The cherry tomatoes? Obviously fresh, juicy, and sourced from a great farm. The romain? Plentiful and CRISP. The Dill and Taziki sauce? Also VERY fresh, has a citrus kick somewhere, and seems to be made fresh as well. Because it doesn't taste like a store bought sauce filled with preservatives. The hummus? That might actually be where the citrus is from. However, the hummus is not overly salty! You can actually taste the Chickpeas and they use good ingredients as well as olive oil for the hummus too! The chicken? Is in NO way shape or form dry and it's actually seasoned! It's juicy and normal is it overcooked. The olives? Brothers and sisters I HATE olives by themselves, rarely on certain foods. But these olives are not overpowering and stealing the flavor profile, it just adds more depth to the flavor bomb of the Greek chicken Pita! The feta? What could be bettah? Seriously though if you can see this picture you should've seen that they don't skip on the feta either. Again the flavor is ALL the way there but not overpowering. While the texture is almost creamy. Probably with assistance from the sauce but still, it's not overly dry! 10/10 Would recommend & I will be back! Now the facility was spotless, the cleanest "fast food" I've ever seen. The staff? Phenomenonal, personable, kind, attentive to details, and downright superstars that make that place run like clockwork! Wooooo wo weeeee wo!!! If you haven't been here then you've got to go!! Moderate prices, exceptional ingredients, lovely staff, and clean facilities(where the staff actually care like the NW Expressway location in OKC). I'm out, ty for listening to my Ted talk! 🫡“

“This was my se,9’e time here but let me say. The food is SO fresh! My fiancee and were served by Sam, and he was so polite and professional. He weny above and beyond to give us 5 star service and i truly appreciate it. We got the lamb chops both times and it’s so juicy and succulent. Please don’t sleep on the sauce it comes with!!! Lather it into your lamb chops, it makes the world of difference. Both times my salad were SO fresh! I got the watermelon and feta salad as well as the cucumber salad, I forgot the cultural name but it was SO fresh and enjoyable. I came on a wednesday and it was 50% wine bottles and they actually had Sancerre! It was bright, fresh and gret. The vibes, music, atmosphere and service on the patio during sunset were perfect. I might actually love Atlanta after all, thanks to this place!!!!!!!!! I’ll be back again soon.“

“A fantastic fusion of Turkish and Persian cuisine. I was in Atlanta for a week long trip and was looking for a Turkish restaurant the last day before flying out. I found Banu, it was not in the list of recommended Turkish restaurants that I got from local friends. One I had tried had ended up disappointing for me, so I wanted to give Banu a chance…I am so glad I did.
I tried lentil soup, dolma (yaprak sarmasi in Turkish), a bit of doner, rice, Soltani, and baklava.
Lentil soup was OK, very delicious but not extraordinary.
Yaprak sarmasi was one of finest examples that I tried in USA over my 20 years in the country. It was the vegetarian version (several other regional cuisines, including Turks, also cook a version with meat) with pine kernels, rice, onions and tomato paste. It was the first time I tried this dish with tomato paste, it was very balanced and unique, a fantastic derivative of this ages old dish, an outcome of Kiki, the owner chef of Banu.
My next items was Beef Soltani. Both the koobideh and chenjeh were amazing. Although these are Persian names of the items, the taste was closer to the Turkish derivatives, but also thanks to the magical touch of the chef, they were not overly hot, spicy, or greasy. They were also serves with vegetables and lavaj rather than safran rice as I am used to seeing in other Persian restaurants. You have to order safran rice separately but you really do not have to, especially if you are alone. It comes in a huge plate, like other Persian restaurants, and will be difficult to finish, but it is a very well cooked dish.
As I said, I also tried doner. Its taste is very good with modifications of Kiki. It is not exactly like the best you could find Turkey (and Kiki explained to me why) but one of the better ones I’ve tried in USA, and definitely light years ahead of the doner I tried in another very highly reviewed and recommended Turkish restaurant in Atlanta which I had tried a couple of days ago.
…and baklava, omg!!!! It is one of the best baklava I have tried in USA if not the best and it is at par with the best baklava you can try in Turkey, though I would likely prefer little more butter. Its crunchiness is at the right level, dough is opened as thin as it should be and it is filled with right amount of pistachios. I even asked if it baked in house or imported from somewhere (many Turkish restaurants import their baklava from Turkey or outsource to factories in New Jersey) and they said it is baked in house. Fantastic dessert!!!!
So, were there not any issues, yes of course. Nothing is perfect in life. When I escalated my issue to the chef-owner, Kiki, she just reacted with a big smile and a sincere apology, and offered me an additional serving of baklava and 2 bottles of Uludag gazoz (a Turkish brand of soda).
Verdict…a fabulous experience of Turkish and Persian cuisine as combined by talented touches of Kiki, the chef-owner of Banu.
I am looking forward to my next trip to Atlanta.“

“The food is always amazing and portions are huge! My favorite is the chicken shawarma plate with rice, but sometimes I get it with fries. Don’t let the small place with barely any parking and limited indoor and outdoor seating deter you. It’s really worth it!!“

“The food is perfectly prepared each time I visit, and the service is fantastic.“

“Food is excellent. I am definitely going back“

“Incredible food and service.
Falafel wrap, tabouli salad, hummus, fries & baklava all were delicious. I could not be happy to have found this place and it is so close to my home!
Most definitely recommend.
Will be back soonIncredible food and service.
Falafel wrap, tabouli salad, hummus, fries & baklava all were delicious. I could not be happy to have found this place and it is so close to my home!
Most definitely recommend.
Will be back soon“

“First time here and def is our favorite shawarma spot! Super flavorful! Great portions! Amazing pita!!! Everything was yummy!!! 😋 Will be back!!! Parking situation is a bit odd but Chamblee does have a good amount of on street parking which is what we did.“

“The best food I have tasted located in a gas station!!! Great lamb gyro and equally great is the fish sandwich“

“Amazing healthy bowls of Mediterranean flavors!! Love the chicken, the lentils, the hummus and the dill yogurt sauce!!! Nico and Ben and Alec were working hard keeping the line moving!!!“

“This is literally the best food in Atlanta I have ever had or probably in the US! It was so good that I went back to get more!! I must say, Iraqi food is amazing. The way he presented the food was amazing. He also offered free chickpeas soup! Very kind host! 11/10!!!“

“the best Mediterranean food in the area, great service and fastlove it“

“Had a great lunch at Taziki's at Toco Hills today. Service was pleasant and the food was great: fresh, tasty, & attractively presented.“

“I just experienced this cafe for the first time and the food is AMAZING ! I enjoy the clearly labeled vegetarian options and possible allergens being easily viewed on the menu. I ordered the falafel gyro with stuffed grape leaves as a side and I thoroughly enjoyed every bite of it. You can taste the meal has a recipe that’s been perfected through time, love and care. This house made falafel will be getting ordered by me again and I am excited to try out the entire menu on my return visits !“

“Ordered takeout online, and this was my second time having CAVA. Compared to my first experience at a different location, this one was a letdown. They really skimped on the sauces, and the garlic sauce consistency felt off. I did pay for extra chicken, and thankfully they didn’t hold back on that, or I probably would have gone back and handed the bowl right back.“

“Nuri & Shya were the absolute best!!! It’s been. minute since I’ve been in Cava so I was really indecisive about my order. They were patient & kind. They had me laughing by the time I left the store.

Incredible service!!!“

“Really nice management. BJ was super sweet, explained their ingredients and the new-to-me menu. He made sure my order was correct. Happy customer! I’ll Be back thanks to him!“

“Delicious food and great service! They make you feel very welcome and prepare everything with care.“

“The food was excellent and delicious!!!“

“The food was excellent and delicious!!!“

“Enjoyed a wonderful dining experience with great friends. The menu was full of wonderful dishes. The service and the atmosphere were fantastic. Highly recommend visiting this family owned restaurant for an amazingly authentic dining experience.“

“We had the pleasure of being helped today by Nature! Who by the way was excellent. The food and vibe was excellent. Thank you Nature for making our laborious day better at mealtime. We will be back!“

“Me and my girlfriend went in today right when they opened. We tried the chicken shawarma, it was absolutely worth it. The portion was HUGE. When I heard our food was ready and saw the plate, I was like, “WOWWW, that’s a big shawarma!” It barely even fit on the plate.

While we were waiting for our food, I actually saw the owner bringing in fresh ingredients that had just been delivered. Seeing that right away gave us a good feeling about the place, and it was a nice sign that they care about quality and freshness. After tasting the food, it definitely showed.

The chicken was flavorful, tender, and cooked perfectly. The shawarma also had lettuce and tomato in it and the French fries were crispy and paired really well with the meal. Everything tasted fresh, and the portion size definitely made the price feel justified.

The service was also very good. Everyone was nice, polite, and welcoming from the moment we walked in. The restaurant has a casual, comfortable atmosphere that makes it easy to sit down and enjoy your food.“

“Had great food and drinks. Our server was Marcus. The ribs and salad were the best we’ve had.“

“Great food and services. Love it.“

“Lauren is the epitome of customer service. She was a gem. Not only did she have great food and drink recommendations but she made our group feel welcomed and kept the laughter going. I will visit again and make sure to ask for her specifically!“

“Amazing hookah & drinks. Intimate, yet spacious and always a great vibe with good music all night!“

“First time here and def is our favorite shawarma spot! Super flavorful! Great portions! Amazing pita!!! Everything was yummy!!! 😋 Will be back!!! Parking situation is a bit odd but Chamblee does have a good amount of on street parking which is what we did.“

“The best place in Roswell Ga“

“One of the best beef/lamb shawarmas I’ve had in ATL. I had it with the Zhoug and tzatziki. I’ve read other reviews and my only suggestion is that they should make sure that the food is always fresh - perhaps, how I had it today…and, lower the price a bit so that you’re not walking out with a $20 shawarma. I’ll definitely be back….“

“The food is very delicious and flavorful! Hadnthe chicken shwarma over rice and OMG its wayy better than all of em around here. Falafel was delicious and not greasy. Definitely check them out! The gentleman was soo kind and welcoming and the young pretty lady was very warm and welcoming.“

“Food & service was outstanding; I had the gyro plate and hummus. Music was too loud for dinner time. Consider cranking it up after 9PM :)“

“Jessica was seriously amazing. She was so friendly, patient, and made the whole experience feel welcoming from the start. You can tell she genuinely cares about customers and takes pride in what she does. It’s rare to come across customer service that stands out this much, but Jessica really made my day better with her kindness and positive attitude. She made sure everything was right with my order and never seemed rushed or annoyed. CAVA is lucky to have someone like her on their team!“