50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Brookline

“First visit today, although we live somewhat in the neighborhood and I am already kicking myself for not having got here sooner. Red tabbouleh spicing was very punchy and vivid. Allspice in the stuffed grape leaves make them worth coming back for, not something I think I've ever said about stuffed grape leaves before. Most unforgettable was the red lentil soup with its soft rich velvety texture over two or three layers of different delicious flavors. Great first impression, can't wait to go back, solid A leaning toward A+.“

“Wonderful place with fresh and delicious food Good service One of my favorite spots to come to with my family or friends for lunch or dinner Variety of things to choose from Highly recommended“

“Really good! They were really nice too. We had the chicken shawarma wrap, the lamb wrap, and the mixed platter. All were delicious! The only thing was it was small in here and there aren’t much places to sit. I give this place 5 stars and will definitely come back!“

“I’m a native New Yorker with my share of Mediterranean meals under my belt. I visited Za’tar when we stopped in to pick up takeout.

From the jump, the staff was super friendly and attentive to our order. They surprised us with fresh hummus samplers as we waited.

The restaurant is just the right size with cute dine-in tables and a busy to-go counter. It was easy to see that this place is well-loved.

Taking our order home, we loved our beef and hummus (with fresh, fluffy pita). The schnitzel was tender, and the ground beef and kebabs hit the spot.

We’re from out of town visiting friends, but we’ll definitely be back.“

“Good Food and Good Vibe more bigger with bar and 10 minutes away from my job in Brighton 😋👍“

“Delicious food and great ambiance! We will come back!“

“We took a friend out to dinner at Oleana last night for her birthday and it was one of the best meals we’ve had. We loved being able to share and sample so many dishes, and each one was a masterful balancing of herbs, spices and flavors. The service was also top-notch. We can’t wait to return! It’s no surprise that it’s hard to get a reservation.“

“Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend.“

“beautiful patio expansion "Moona Oasis" to accommodate more guests!“

“I enjoy Cava every day, but especially when I am on my way to an event! Jeff, Luz,&Cris are just a few of the employees that bring charisma and good customer service to the Cava Experience! Thanks for helping my stay healthy. PS the right rice is my fav!“

“Food is good. Parking is awful. when you get your bill u get a chargé for the kitchen.“

“Great New Years Eve dinner! Food was great. Staff was amazing. Will be back again!“

“Excellent and friendly service, food and environment 👍🏼“

“I recently visited a local hummus shop, and I have to say, their falafel is absolutely fantastic. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, each bite was full of flavor. The seasoning was spot-on, and paired with their fresh hummus, it was a match made in heaven. I highly recommend stopping by if you’re craving authentic and delicious falafel.“

“Just went for my birthday and the entire experience was exceptional. The food and drinks were absolutely delicious, and we had the most amazing service from Rogerio! He was so attentive and personable and made the evening memorable. I'll definitely be going back soon! If you're looking for gluten free options and fun mocktails, this is your spot.“

“Best Mediterranean food I've had in decades. Everything was delicious. Couldn't be better. I had the kofra kebab plate, ground beef with lamb, rolled and fried, salad, hummus, garlic sauce and tabouli. Look it up. I'm probably not touching it all the great aspects of it. Every part of it was exceptional, full of freshness and taste, each part distinctive in taste and presentation from another part. Not the usual commodification of Mediterranean food present in most imitative restaurants. So many spots are predictable, bland, food feeling like it sat around waiting to be served and unremarkable in every way. Not here. A full size salad, bright, light tastes with just the right amount of a delicate dressing. Not just the typical hunks of greens and ingredients thrown together with no soul and doused in some soybean oil based imitation.It was not the thick flour pita pocket that despite rips apart when you try to lightly stuff it with your salad or grape leaves or tabouli, despite being the thickness of baseball glove leather. This pita pocket was as thin as it could be, not the chewy baseball glove we usually get, yet completely resilient. It held everything I stuffed into it.“

“Erica at the register was so nice and she had some great recommendations. Their pita Mac was one of the best burgers I ever had. I loved their hummus and the green feta dip. The rotisserie chicken was delicious also. I will definitely be back“

“Hole-in-the-wall take out joint. Got the spicy chicken, and my wife also got chicken and rice. There was only one person working there, clearly had been working hard all day. Still was very accommodating and kind. Food - absolutely delicious and we will absolutely be making this place part of our regular take out rotation.“

“I wanna say thank you to the Jana Grill restaurant for the delicious food! I really liked the Armenian kebab, the restaurant is cozy and comfortable. There was an event on this day, but this did not affect the service time, there were a lot of people and i want to say thank you to Dmitry, sorry if i misspelled your name, this is a waiter in a black shirt who helped me with the choice from the menu, especially with dessert it was delicious, very good service! I will definitely return to you. Thanks to the owner of this restaurant for such staff I will recommend this restaurant to everyone!“

“If you are looking for outstanding authentic Egyptian food please try Kushari. The food made to order is consistently delicious and service is over the top. Plenty of free parking is another bonus!“

“The food was delicious, the staff was friendly and very helpful with menu items… recommend if in the neighbourhood“

“Very Energetic! Bartender was fantastic“

“Absolutely Outstanding — The Best Middle Eastern Restaurant I’ve Found in the US!

I first tried this restaurant about five months ago, and I can honestly say it has become my favorite place to eat — period.

The first time I came, I ordered the lamb kabab. Being originally from the Middle East, I know what authentic Middle Eastern food should taste like, and I can confidently say this is the best lamb kabab I have ever had in the United States. It was incredibly authentic, perfectly prepared, and absolutely delicious.

The taste was so authentic that, literally, one bite took me back about 20 years to the flavors I remember from back home. That is something very special. I honestly never expected to find that kind of authentic Middle Eastern taste here in the US.

After that first visit, I came back four more times, and every single visit has been a wonderful experience. The food has been consistently excellent every time.

And it’s not just the main dishes. They also make a variety of fresh juices and specialty drinks. I recently tried their Istanbul drink, and oh my God — it was wonderful! The rose water and the combination of flavors were absolutely amazing. The flavor is hard to even describe because it is so unique and delicious. It was definitely something I had to try, and I’m glad I did.

The bread is incredibly fresh, and the salad they serve at each table is also so fresh and delicious. You can tell that quality and freshness really matter here.

The owners are wonderful, and the staff is extremely nice, polite, welcoming, and professional. You genuinely feel the hospitality from the moment you walk through the door.

And on top of all of that, the food is HALAL. Great authentic Middle Eastern food, fresh ingredients, amazing drinks, wonderful service, and halal food — honestly, who can beat this place?

I should also mention that I am extremely picky when it comes to food. It takes a lot to convince me when it comes to taste and quality. I don’t give compliments easily when I’m not completely satisfied. But this restaurant has impressed me every single time I’ve visited.

I’m telling you, if you are looking for authentic, delicious, high-quality Middle Eastern cuisine, you will have a very hard time finding a restaurant like this anywhere in the state. The food tastes authentic, the quality is excellent, the staff is wonderful, and the hospitality is outstanding.

Five visits and five wonderful experiences — and I will definitely be back again.

This is my best place for dining, period.

If you love Middle Eastern food, do yourself a favor and give this place a try. I highly, highly recommend it!“

“This place is a must if you want halal. Excellent choices for middle eastern/Mediterranean style foods, and some excellent sandwich’s including a spicy fried chicken sandwich and a tasty smashburger. The hospitality is overwhelming, service is above and beyond.“

“The was steamy good, I got the chicharron which was so amazing, the bartender Lina was great and I had a server you definitely need to ask for her when you go there, Lorena, very attentive, she always was taking care of us even when she was busy, so great service.“

“Hi , I went for lunch and Jesus Morales was a very friendly employee he greet me and serve me well his a good customer service person .“

“Absolutely delicious. We had the Falafel sandwich, rice and spinach/feta pie. So good. Fast friendly service. Will definitely come back!!!“

“great food, friendly service, dog friendly patio.“

“Great food!! Always fresh and good. Thanks Matt for all your help!“

“OMG THIS IS FABULOUS FOOD 😭 got this on too good to go for $10 post tax. best meal I’ve ever had. chicken was admittedly a little dry but the potatoes are cooked to perfection. savory rice. not too overwhelmingly sour veggie salad. refreshing! would definitely come back for a second time“

“Good food, great prices & friendly service! 👌“

“First time in the city and this was an amazing dinner for us. The food is delicious.“

“Delicious food. Great service. With a great balance of healthy and tasty offerings.“

“This place is superb. The food was delicious, fresh, tasty, VERY SUBSTANTIAL (one bowl will feed 3!) and a delight. The owner welcomed us with grace and kindness and told us that if it wasn't to our liking, he would make it right. We were gifted Rice Pudding (the cinnamon....oy vey!) and Baklava. Will be back every time I go to Mass General for treatment.“

“Great service, kind staff, good food - we enjoy coming to a cava when in the area. Bathroom and sitting area could have used some much needed maintenance.
Might be best for walking, Lyft, or bike - as parking on a Sunday can get difficult to find.“

“This was the BEST DISH my son and I had at the "3rd Annual New Bedford Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival" held on September 14, 2019. The flavors were amazing and the staff was very friendly and helpful. We look forward to seeing you at future events. 😊“

“Company holiday party this evening. It was FABULOUS. The food was off the hook fantastic. The staff was superb and highly personable. The space was decorated perfectly. The music wasn’t too loud. The would NOT hesitate to eat here or have a function here, this is an absolute hidden gem in Boston. Five kabillion 🌟 stars!“

“Wow what delicious and amazing food!! We had chicken gyros which were perfect and flavorful. This is the best Greek food I’ve had before and we had an amazing experience. Everything on the menu is appetizing and is set a good prices and good proposition. Definitely recommend to everyone 👍🏼“

“The best Albanian food I’ve ever had! 🇦🇱❤️
This place is truly special. The owners are incredibly warm and welcoming, and you can really feel the love and care that goes into this family-run business. The food is absolutely spectacular—authentic recipes, fresh ingredients, and so much flavor!

We tried several small dishes, and even though we ordered a variety, we left completely satisfied. Everything we tasted was delicious and felt genuinely homemade and authentic.

I highly recommend this place if you want to experience amazing Albanian food and wonderful hospitality. I can’t wait to come back and try more! Hopefully they open the next location soon!“

“Lots of thoughts on this one… and, some mixed feelings too. Classic escargots without the shell? Well, unexpected, to say the least. Certainly felt like we were missing out on the experience here. The blueberry tart was really a pie, in both appearance and design. A slightly confusing identity crisis on the plate, I would say. 😳

On the cocktail front, we liked Golden Hour, the peach cocktail from their new summer cocktail menu. Very peachy, very nice! Clouseau… not so much. Watered-down was the word that came to mind right away.

In all, the food was great, the conversation was even better, and the evening was a success! And yet, my search for a French restaurant in the Boston area that can top this one continues... Do you know one? I’m all ears 😉“

“Always delicious. Thank you.“

“I like the Beef & Lamb Shawarma Pita Roll-Up, which is perfect for weekday lunch.
Toppings are customizable, and I like the Fried Cauliflower.
Online ordering is convenient. I can take my time to familiarize myself with the toppings before placing an order.“

“Once again, another great experience. We will always come back. I'd love to know how the bartender makes the absolute best drinks. I cannot duplicate it, no matter how hard I try. And of course our entrees (veal chop, filet, salmon, and gnocci) were superb. And kudos to our waiter Tommy from NH, he arrived at the table at the most appropriate times.“

“The best place for breakfast, lunch, and coffee in the neighborhood. We go at least once a week!“

“Absolutely delish!! My husband tried Crave in Norwood for the first time and highly recommend. We had the chicken bowl and loved it. Can’t wait to go back.“

“Years ago, when I was a student in Boston, I met Osman in a Turkish restaurant. He was kind, hardworking, and always full of warmth. Seeing him now as the owner of this wonderful Turkish restaurant filled me with pride and gratitude. Osman’s hospitality, generosity, and genuine heart was into every detail of this place, from the warm welcome at the door to the last bite of dessert. And the food is absolutely phenomenal. Every dish has authentic flavors of Turkey, perfectly seasoned, beautifully presented, and made with love. From the tender kebabs to the fresh mezes and perfectly flaky baklava, it was a feast in every sense. You can feel the care and tradition in every bite. This restaurant isn’t just a place to eat; it’s a place to feel at home, to celebrate friendship, and to savor life. Thank you, Osman, for creating such a beautiful space. We’ll definitely be back! ❤️“

“AMAZING fresh food! some of best food I've ever tasted!“

“We came in right before closing time, totally expecting the usual late night glare, but the staff was so nice.

They did not rush us at all and were super friendly the whole time. Everything still tasted really fresh, the portions were great, and half my pita chips did not even survive the drive home. 😬

Huge thanks to the night crew for taking such good care of me and my husband when we needed a quick dinner. Will definitely be back!!!!!!“

“The dishes are so intentional. You can tell there is a lot of love and thought that went into each dish. The cornbread and scotch eggs are divined!“

“They have an amazing and fresh falafel I've ever had in Boston!“