26 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Darien

“Taktuka Moroccan Kitchen is a SEVEN star experience - not a five star experience. It is truly the definition of a small joint with BIG HEART.

Let me BEGIN with Khaled and Hamza. The most gracious and humble hosts - paying attention to every detail and stopping at nothing to bring whatever the customer wants to fruition. We don’t realize that the place closes at 8:00 pm, and just kept chomping and socializing - they never once pointed it out to us. I begin with them because they were the friendliest folks, and their service was truly remarkable.

Then comes the food - my goodness, the food. Let’s begin with the Harira. Perfectly seasoned, but for me, it requires a little more salt (which is personal preference) and a pop of acid like lemon to bring out its true flavor. Overall, a really comforting, rich soup without being heavy or cloying. Then came the Moroccan seasoned potatoes - oooooweeee! These were little nuggets of pure deliciousness. Seasoned to perfection, crispy on the outside, soft and pillowy on the inside and every bite kept you wanting to go back for more. Then the lamb shank tagine - ummmm, excuse me?!?! What do you mean the meat is like butter? It literally falls off the bone and dissolves in your mouth. Rich, fatty, unctuous and truly a delight. The bed of couscous it came with was also great - made better by the sauce from the lamb shank. The highlight of this plate were the roasted prunes that are part of the sauce. Sweet, jammy prunes cooked into the sauce made them just truly a delightful mouthfeel in comparison to the couscous and the scrumptious meat.

To top it all off, the cherry on top, is their comforting Moroccan mint tea. So very fresh and the perfect end to an absolutely DELIGHTFUL meal. Highly recommended!!!“

“The food at this restaurant is absolutely amazing and packed with flavor! The service is top-notch, and the staff makes you feel right at home. If you're looking for a delicious dining experience, this place is a must-try. Highly recommended!“

“Love, love, love this place. The food, the atmosphere, the good looking crew, man! My first experience was to celebrate my daughter's birthday in August, the next was a birthday celebration for my sister, and God willing, I will celebrate my birthday in May. But trust, I will not wait until my birthday to go, mainly because I don't live in Illinois, but because I frequent this state, Al Bahaar is on my list of stops & I encourage family and friends to join me! Great job!“

“Today I went to this grill for the first time. I got the Falafel Rice Bowl to go for lunch. It was delicious! The rice was excellent and the falafel so tasty.. The veggies were fresh too. Service was quick, friendly, and helpful. I will definitely return.“

“Last Saturday May 23 was my son’s katb Kitaab at Mecca Center Banquet Hall. We had an incredible evening! The catering service was fantastic!!! My guests enjoyed the food so much! The service was excellent and the whole staff were very professional and absolutely welcoming. A great evening and very delicious food!! Overall excellent service in all aspects!“

“Came here with my family and had a wonderful experience! The staff were friendly and welcoming from the moment we walked in. The lentil soup was delicious, rich, creamy, and full of flavor. Everything we ordered tasted authentic and fresh, exactly what you want from a Mediterranean restaurant. We'll definitely be back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Good food. very fresh and excellent flavor. clean and inviting atmosphere.“

“We happened to stop in today. The lentil soup and lamb shish kabob were delicious! The falafel were crispy and flavorful. On the way out we picked up the Traditional Baklava sampler and it was very tasty too! We will definitely be back soon!“

“Pita Zone did a great job provide food for our meeting tonight. everyone loved it. Thanks for doing it on short notice.“

“This is my third time eating at Pita Pita. and I keep coming back for a reason! The first time, I had just the falafel, and it was the biggest—and best-tasting—falafel I’ve ever had. Every bite was packed with seasoning, and compared to other places in the area, this one stands out as the absolute best. On my second visit, I tried the mixed lunch, and it was simply delicious. The variety of meats, the creamy garlic sauce, and the refreshing salad with a hint of mint made for a healthy yet satisfying meal. The presentation was just as impressive as the flavors. Now, here I am again—two days in a row! Yesterday, I had lunch, and today, I’m back for dinner. This time, I ordered the mixed dinner, six falafels, and a side of that incredible garlic sauce. As I sit in my car taking photos of my meal, I can’t help but feel pure happiness. Five stars all around for both the food and the customer service! Pita Pita has officially earned my Golden Seal of Approval Award 🏆.“

“I love this place, it’s my favorite!“

“I've had the best food since a very long time the shawarma and hummus are very delicious and the staff are welcoming specialy the owner is very chill guy and the plcae has a great vibes i think I'll have another visit in the future i remembered the old days back at my home town thank to everyone who's in charge of making this great place“

“Had an amazing lunch!!! Food selection is amazing. I wound up with the Tuna Poke Bowl and it didn’t disappoint. Our waitstaff was attentive to detail. I am not a big dessert person when I go out, but the Key Lime Pie was calling our names. SOOOOO good!!! Thank you for a great meal. We will be back very soon.“

“I had a really great experience thanks Antoinette. She was super friendly, patient, and made sure my order was exactly how I wanted. She also gave helpful suggestions that actually made my bowl better. You can tell she cares about her job and the customers. Definitely one of the best customer service experiences I’ve had!“

“Excellent in every way! Meatball appetizer was superb!! Carbonerra was authentically made. Friendly, efficient service. Don't forget the Gelato and bread pudding. We will return!“

“Place is spacious, service was a little slow. Food could use some help. Octopus cooked very well but cold, pasta was Inedible, seafood pot was over cooked. Got the chocolate bar and tiramisu both very good.“

“I really enjoy Mediterranean food and this dish not disappoint. The trio of dips was super tasty and salmon and spinach salad good too and both were plenty to share between two for lunch and arrived to our table quickly. Pricing was reasonable too“

“Stopped here for breakfast, 1st time and I would definitely recommend it. The service was excellent and the food was great (real, fresh, hot, cooked to order)! I had the sampler with oatmeal pancakes and they were delicious!!! My other options included the chicken avocado crepe and Mediterranean omelette. The coffee was good, it came to the table in its own thermal to stay hot. I highly recommend!!“

“I recently visited this market and bakery, and I can’t say enough good things about it. The people there are incredibly kind and welcoming—truly some of the nicest you’ll meet. On top of that, the food is absolutely delicious! You can really tell they care about both their customers and the quality of what they make. I’ll definitely be coming back!😘❤️“

“Exceptional experience. This was a 5 star experience. I’m surprised at some of the other ratings. The food was fresh and delicious. Service was polite, helpful, and kind. Portions were generous. Very generous. I ordered a plate with filet mignon and lamb and they gave me a good amount of meat.

We had 4 adults and 2 kids, and I am very happy with the experience. Thank you for the wonderful meal.“

“They have really good food and the portions are worth the price!! Been there twice already.“

“i absolutely love this place. every time i go the experience is amazing… great atmosphere, great service, and always consistently good. everything we order comes out perfectly and you can tell they use really high quality ingredients. the staff is also incredibly friendly and attentive without being overbearing. definitely one of my favorite restaurants in the area and i’ll keep coming back.“

“Enough variety in the menu to keep things interesting. Everything I've ever eaten here has been excellent including some truly amazing soups. The staff is wonderful. What more could anyone want in a restaurant? I love this place!“

“Everything was absolutely delicious. Thank you, Luis, for the excellent service. I wouldn’t recommend the tacos, but the pizza, burger, and salad we ordered were all very delicious.

There was just one issue — the host’s attitude. She initially tried to seat us with our children in a corner near the kitchen. We asked for a different table, but she insisted there was no other space for strollers. In the end, we found a suitable spot ourselves and were able to sit comfortably with our strollers.“

“Hooray - Finally reopened to total YUM!“

“Went tonight on a whim for dinner and I’ll just say this place was spectacular! Without even knowing anything about this restaurant in advance, and in town from Pittsburgh for a youth hockey tournament, we happened to drive by and decided to stop and eat there. Walking in the atmosphere was fantastic and the service was spectacular. We sat at the bar, had a few cocktails, unbelievable appetizers, terrific meals for dinner followed by the most amazing desserts ever. While we were there, we had an opportunity to meet and chat with the owner for a little while. Always a pleasure to talk to someone that is passionate about what they do and appreciates both their employees and customers. It was a fantastic dining experience and I highly recommend this place. Thank you Ted for your hospitality.“