45 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Wheeling

“So good! One of my new favorite spots, you can tell they use fresh ingredients. Highly recommend their beef & chicken kabob plate!“

“great menu, so refreshing to find delicious alternatives to burgers and hot dogs.“

“Was very nice I am a young person aged 12 me and my fellow comrades love to come here! Food is great always has been and you should drop bye and leave a tip register worker is very nice and always smile no dirt or other things on the floor I recommend trying it!“

“The meat is delicious & the rice is the most falourful than any other place. Love the ambiance too.“

“Food is delicious and love the menu items . It’s one of our favorite restaurants.“

“Excellent service, clean restaurant ,delicious food the best in Glenview , I always order the shawarma chicken made to perfection, thanks for the good service.“

“Very nice restaurant and delicious food For the first time there i am very thankful to our server Dilnaz and specially the girl Sky who explained and recommended what should I try and make sure everything was OK Thank you Thank you“

“Wow! A+++ What a find! We came in on a Sunday night and we were just blown away by our meals. The fresh homemade ice tea was delicious and unique, the hummus and stuffed grape leaves were both super yummy. The kefta and chicken schwarma were both very good- every detail to the meal was homemade and very fresh. The garlic toum sauce was a great accent and the tahini was wonderful too! Homemade pickled vegetables with exotic flavors. The baklava was one of the best I’ve ever had. From beginning to end the entire meal was just outstanding! Clearly made by people who care! We felt transported to another place with the amazing flavors! If we lived in the area, we’d definitely be regulars here!

Vegetarian options: The have vegetarian combo meals

Parking: Lots of close parking available- restaurant is located in a small shopping/restaurant area

Kid-friendliness: Booths and tables available, plenty of space“

“Delicious food !! Great service.“

“ordered a large order. they provided lots of sauce but forgot two main courses. instead of saying oh well and hanging up they went out of the way to bring us the items and a treat of baklava. this business has always been great and make all customers feel valued“

“Best Mediterranean fast food I have ever had! Very good quality meat, always tender and marinated to perfection! My kid’s favorite restaurant and always a hit for our family party’s!“

“Great food and inviting atmosphere. Staff is friendly, very helpful and accommodating. Now until August 20th. 1/2 priced breakfast and lunch. Hours 8-3 everyday of the week.“

“Бях втори път в Amante Bakery & Grill. Препоръчвам баклавата и баклавата с шоколад. отново ще дойда. БЛАГОДАРЯ .It was my second time at Amante Bakery & Grill. I recommend the baklava and the chocolate baklava. I will come again. THANK YOU. Neli Tzintzeva Encaustic art-Neil Tzintzeva ®️“

“The best food & Staff very yummy 😋“

“The best food and good service give them 5 stars ⭐️“

“We had a great time at Pita Pita Mediterranean with our coworkers! The atmosphere is nice and cozy, and the service is excellent – the staff is very friendly and attentive.

The food was amazing! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. We especially loved chicken shawarma, hummus. The portions are big, and the presentation is great.

If you’re looking for delicious Mediterranean food and great service, this is the place to go! We’ll definitely be back.“

“THE FOOD IS BEYOND DELICIOUS! 🔥“

“It's a really great Mediterranean restaurant in Niles. A group of people I work with every Saturday, and I order lunch from here. We order the platters, they are huge! The rice, meats, and vegetables are all perfectly seasoned and cooked perfectly as well. Owners are very gracious and helpful. Great place to eat, a great place to cater from.“

“I had an outstanding experience at Cava! The food was delicious as always, but what truly stood out was the amazing customer service from the manager/cashier. They went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect and made us feel genuinely valued as customers. It’s rare to find such exceptional service these days. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending this location to friends and family.“

“I tried doner in bun and in wrap
Bun was not the best option but Wrap was very tasty
But to pay 17 for small wrap is way to expensive
Otherwise this place is not to bad at all
To expensive comper to food portion“

“We have a nice dinner the food was so good, and for sure we will back 💖💖“

“This is probably one of the worst food pics I've ever taken only because I knew how super delicious everything was going to be and I took it in a hurry to dive in! My husband and I travel through the area a few times a year on the way to see a medical specialist. We discovered this restaurant about 4 years ago and the roasted Greek chicken dinner is ALWAYS a homerun! You know how you hyper fixate on a certain meal, but eventually it loses its shine so to speak, well I keep thinking that will happen with this chicken. But it is consistently amazing. You get a nice big salad or soup, rice with Greek potatoes, freshly cooked vegetables, half or whole chicken, (the whole chicken order only comes with the sides for one like the half chicken, but it could easily feed two) warm pita and a lemon wedge. I happy dance from the first sprinkle of squeezed lemon over my plate on through the last bite. We always have enough to bring home for lunches as well. Such good food that really makes you feel good. Friends back home always ask if I had the chance to stop by during our trips because they know what a highlight it is for us.
The atmosphere can be a little loud and echoey at times. I had an injury that makes bright lights and loud spaces pretty painful at times. When we can't eat in, we order for carry out and picnic in the very nearby, super beautiful park with great facilities, Sunset Woods Park. Greek chicken in a beautiful park? **Chef's kiss**“

“I’ve lived less than a mile from this place for a decade and never tried it; tonight was the night. It’s a unique establishment - hookah lounge, banquet hall, bar. Walking in was a little confusing for first timers but we were quickly welcomed and seated at the bar. Drink pours were impressively heavy. Our food came out fast and was great. The cheese burek appetizer deserves special mention with its garlic and hot sauces! Our waiter/bartender was in full hustle mode on a busy Friday night but still found time to take good care of us and have a few short chats. Overall I’d highly recommend eating here. It’s a bit “different,” but who likes the same old thing over and over? I’ll be back.

Dietary restrictions: Plenty of vegetarian and vegan options here.

Parking: Parking in front and behind the building, one lot has a small curb to traverse. Not an issue for most vehicles.“

“My first time eating lunch at Ema was outstanding. I was meeting a colleague and wasn’t sure what to expect because we had a lot of work to cover. The entire staff was very helpful, courteous and knowledgeable about the menu. We received wonderful service and had a very healthy lunch. The food was great and all our salads were fresh and delicious.“

“Food was fresh and delicious, tasted very authentic! We were a party of 5 that all ordered a different dish and all was very good. Restaurant itself is a bit plain but it’s modern, clean and friendly service which is more important. Ordered the baklava at the end and it is GREAT! Thank you!“

“Great Food and Friendly Staff“

“Fantastic Mediterranean cuisine with fresh, unique options. Well worth a visit.“

“The food, atmosphere, and service were all exceptional! Everything, down to the drink names, perfectly complemented the ambiance. This is an absolutely beautiful place to enjoy dinner and great food. The shawarma rolls, pork chops, and Moroccan tagine were all outstanding. If you enjoy sweet and refreshing cocktails, I highly recommend the 'Gotta Have Faith.' Overall, I would definitely return to try more dishes and highly recommend visiting this unique spot. It’s truly a must-visit!“

“The service was friendly and the food was tasty, but not incredible. The place was quite expensive with 2 bowls costing over $35 at lunch time. The seating in the restaurant is quite basic, but roomy and comfortable. No metal utensils even for dine-in customers“

“Been here multiple times and it is a great experience every time. They are so quick and the food is always so fresh. It is definitely one of my favorite counter-serve restaurants. They have some of the best dressings and meat choices, all for a very reasonable price.“

“The food was amazing. The food was fresh and the flavors were rich and unique. Service was great and prices were reasonable. We will definitely go back.“

“Fresh food and desserts Great service, definitely recommend it“

“Great selection, reasonable pricing, amazing customer service. Highly recommend.“

“Wild Pita is a gem for Assyrian cuisine. The guy at the front desk is super nice and down-to-earth, making you feel right at home. The shawarma plate? Absolute fire—perfectly seasoned, tender, and packed with flavor. If you’re craving something delicious and authentic, this spot is a must-try.“

“The best Greek restaurant in greater Chicago area!“

“we love everything there, food, service and atmosphere.“

“Everything was fantastic. The jumbo shrimp ARE jumbo. The grilled appetizer was delicious. I highly recommend the dolmades and lamb chops.“

“My son recommended your restaurant to me, so I drove an hour to check it out! The staff was very friendly and the food was SO good! I ordered more food to bring home to my husband. We will definitely be back.“

“Best food, very kind staff, all around great place!“

“My family ate here today after a soccer game and it was the perfect spot to grab some quick food. They have a lot of items on their menu, and everything we got was great: chicken pita, gyro, burgers, chicken fingers and soup. The portions are large and you get your money's worth here. The owner was extremely friendly and you can tell he takes pride in his restaurant. We will be back!“

“If you like the types of cuisine around the Mediterranean Sea, such as Greek, Italian, Spanish, or French, this is the place for you! This place has delicious menu options that are guaranteed to keep you coming back for more! I also would like to highlight the lovely atmosphere and the musicians that perform during the weekends!“

“Very good authentic food. The sweetest owner!“

“Brandys is a family owned restaurant that treat there customers like family they have a warm welcome matt out to greet u with respect and grace our family members have been going there in Schaumburg Illinois for many years they have everything your would ever want from soups to sandwichs from ribs to cole slaw the best desearts milk shakes and tea and many more great things to eat this place is the best restaurant to have lunch and dinner and snacks for the children and prices that's affordable three dollars and five dollars and 9 dollars for hot dogs and polish or corn beef sandwich“

“best gyros! fries changed over the years, they soak up too much oil.“

“Mizrahi humus, where have you been all my life? I just had the lucky opportunity to try you for the first time. And now I can never eat any other hummus. This is beyond my favorite. Cannot recommend it enough!“