47 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Wellesley

“Not only was the Baba , Peach Gazpacho and chicken Shastish delish , but Chef David took the time to chat with us in 100 degree weather and served us a sample of his staffs lunch he was preparing for them today ...his moms fav dish when he was a kid... THE MESSY SANDWICH ! Homemade Crispy BLT , heirloom tomato with a hit of peanut butter . Hope he puts it on the menu someday but more importantly know he's "the real deal" born and raised New England cool, creative and genuine - cheers to you Chef David !!!“

“Came from New York yesterday to try Cafe Mangal and it absolutely knocked my socks off! One of the best sandwiches I’ve had not only in Massachusetts but the entire east coast. Unbelievable attention to detail and high quality ingredients, extremely special and one of a kind place. Mehmet is a stud and everything on their menu is spectacular, but the chicken and mozzarella panini is world class“

“Awesome service and food. There is nowhere else like it!“

“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.“

“We've found our new take out favorite spot! We've been ordering from here for two days straight, and for good reason. This place is a hidden gem in West Roxbury. Every dish is fresh and flavorful, and their menu offers a wonderful variety of options. The portions are very generous too. Plus the owner/chef is friendly and clearly the real deal. You have got to try it.“

“I am so happy that we found this place! Their beef shawarma is excellent. And their falafel is always fresh with just the right amount of crunch. The owner is very kind to my son, and is friendly and helpful. We will definitely keep coming back!“

“The food is incredible! I would give them 6 stars if I could!

After driving past this restaurant a gazillion times, I said, " You know we have to try that restaurant out" and finally we did and at a very busy time around seven . They didn't have any tables available as this restaurant is small and came at peak hour but we managed to get a couple seats at the bar. We had the best baba ghanoush, the lamb, Adana, and chicken kebab..,it was delicious!!!!!! the salad was delicious too! And the pistachio Halva dessert was divine with goat ice cream! The main thing is our meal was fresh! They were also a lot of takeout orders so I think this restaurant is a no-brainer for me. If I need to entertain people, I will probably order a bunch of kebabs from them and know the quality would be fabulous because it's small. It was a little hectic when I was there since food was being passed along the table with an empty stool next to me at the bar. But I get it. It's busy! I would like to come in when it's a little quieter maybe around five I have a more calming dining experience!“

“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!“

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

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

“I was looking for a good falafel place in the Watertown neighborhood, and stumbled upon this gem of a place.The owners are very polite and gentle.Definitely recommend the falafel combo; some of the best I've had in recent times in around Boston“

“We recently used Putterham Grille to cater the Brigham and Women's Anesthesia Clinical Research Assistants Holiday Party, and the experience was exceptional! The food was excellent, with a wide variety of options to satisfy both carnivores and vegetarians alike. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented.

The team at Putterham Grille was professional and accommodating, ensuring that all dietary preferences were thoughtfully addressed.

If you're looking for a caterer that delivers on taste, quality, and variety, Putterham Grille is a fantastic choice. Highly recommend for any event!“

“We Always love a Cava lunch!!!“

“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! ❤️“

“We had a terrific dinner at El Basha last night. First off, we started the meal with a cold beer from Lebanon called Beirut, which was really really good and served in a very cold glass, which was the right way to do it. We had hummus for an appetizer with chopped up vegetables and pita, and yeah, was the real deal. My pal and I each had the mixed grill, which was beef shish kebab, chicken, shish kebab, and something call shishlik over rice. Think A nice hamburger that has been formed around around a shish kebab skewer and cooked over charcoal. My wife loved her lamb chops and our other friend enjoyed the risotto she got. One thing to keep in mind: this is a big meal place. They are very generous with their portions so don’t eat too muchDuring the day. We will definitely go again and suggest you check this place out“

“the food is prepared fresh on site & is so flavorful“

“excellent service from veronica food and poritons are good“

“Magnificent!!! Have been going to this place for years( even when they were in saxonville) the food is spectacular and the owners are friendly!“

“I was working in the area and Googled healthy food and this location came up. This place did not disappoint! Place is clean, service is excellent, friendly staff, reasonable prices, big portion size, and most importantly the food is delicious. I would definitely go back and recommend this place to my family and friends!“

“Best food forever“

“The food is simply amazing! Super interesting and unique interpretation of Middle Eastern/Israeli cuisine. We've been there several times, and the preparation of the food is very consistent, and consistently excellent. Just amazing tastes. Portions are copious, and, combined with the prices, represents a good value in today's market. Our waiter did an excellent job, though I must say the service is often indifferent. The atmosphere is OK - kind of charming, but a bit diner-ish, and the staff seems to not recognize that diners should have a calm auditory environment. Twice now on different visits, we've had to ask the staff to do something to reduce very distracting noise that detracted from our enjoyment.“

“I loved every single bite! I used to frequent “Andros” and was so bummed when it closed. I’m so glad “My Other Kitchen” is here—especially with the same salad dressing which is amazing on its own! I plan to eat my way through their menu—everything looks scrumptious! ❤️“

“excellent menu - love the variety dishes are well cooked and well presented decor is very good and overall experience was very positive“

“Food: I came here for the baklawa. They came pre-packaged for $7.99, so unfortunately they weren't fresh, but they still tasted fine reheated. The baklawa was very flaky and not too sweet, which I liked. I think the amount that I got was good for the price. I would grab another box to satisfy a craving.

Service: This is a market, so there is no service, but I had no issues with the cashier.

Ambiance: There is a small parking lot out front.“

“This place is beyond amazing. The food is made with love and the owner is beyond accommodating and polite! Love Ani’s!“

“So delicious and great service!“

“Delicious food, prepared with care & love. I had a jerk chicken & plantain wrap — highly recommend. For dessert, key lime pie — out of this world. Excellent service & atmosphere.“

“I’m honestly glad that I waited to post my original review with a lower rating and thought through the experience a little bit more. As always, I find it a bit harder to review fusion spots. Not just any fusion either, but one that is all over the world map. It’s easy to just nitpick one dish and use it to judge everything else; but what about that is remotely fair?

For example, their Beef Rendang (a dish that I’m very familiar with - including the different regional renditions) is more like a hint towards what “real” Beef Rendang is. I don’t even need to speak on behalf of the Filipinos regarding their adobo (which I also grew up on) who are infamous to show up on public forums to criticize and say “that’s not how my grandmother makes it” (lol).

What did come to mind is the old quote that many often find negative but actually was meant to be a positive phrase (if the last part isn’t so often omitted). “Jack of all trades, master of none, though often times better than a master of one”.

That definitely applies here with their style of food. There’s a lot going on and a good portal to the true potential of each dish. Definitely give them a try! Portions are good and the food is definitely tasty!“

“Thanks for the Great wings and rice., and menu . My family will miss the Moor Wings and rice. What a Great and kind man. Thanks Again, Good Luck in Maine“

“Cannot believe I waited this long to try this place. The chicken kebab meal with rice, salad, and Greek pasta salad was one of the greatest things I’ve ever eaten. Enough food to feed two hungry adults. My friend said the lamb kebab was delicious as well. Will definitely be back.!“

“We knew we wanted Magic Bites to cater our family event and we were so pleased that we did! Atilla and Elif were helpful and patient planning the menu and everything was top notch delicious. They knew we had some allergies in the family and they made an extra effort to create large labels with all ingredients. I highly recommend them!!“

“Everything is Just Plain YUMMY.... You just have to go here and eat....“

“One of the best salads I've had in a while. My chicken salad was fresh, flavorful, full of beautiful, vibrant vegetables and prepared to order. The chicken was marinated and grilled perfectly.
I was so happy with my food, I will absolutely be returning.
Street parking. Dining room is a little chilly on a Fall day, maybe better for takeout until milder weather.“

“City Mart truly stands out as an incredible Middle Eastern store where one can find everything that invokes cherished memories of our homeland. Marty and Ehab, the owners, are not only wonderful but also exceptionally welcoming. If I could, I would gladly give them 6 stars instead of just 5!“

“Great food and great service!“

“Great experience dining here. Today is the 5th time in the past 3 weeks. The food is prepared to order and is superb and full of flavor! The chef is also the owner and he does an awesome job! He came out the last time to say hello and thanked us for our patronage. The wait staff are super friendly and are attentive to you, eager to satisfy. I've had the swordfish special the last two times and it was really fresh and very flavorful, my father had the lamb shank and he loved it! If you have a food allergy, the chef is very effective in completely omitting that ingredient and is so good in his profession that he is able to whip up a flavorful substitute. It is not always that you find a restaurant that knows how to prepare duck confit properly and if you love lamb shank, look no further.“

“After driving to two places that were either closed or stopped making food, my bf and I went to this place we always passed in the area but never went to. Decided to give a chance. Got soup and two chicken pitas. So good and I mean so good. I’m particular on my chicken gyro and I rarely eat the whole thing. But this time I did. They’re not the size of your leg like some places do but it’s a reasonable portion. Leaves room to eat the delicious lemon chicken soup. I am totally getting it on my day off this week. And the service was pretty quick.“

“This is literally the best Persian restaurant in the "Greater Boston" area! Definitely an unforgettable experience! The food's delicious as ever! The service's + Atmosphere's 100% terrific!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️I love Taso’s !!! I love the traditional greek salad and the lemon soup is DELICIOUS!!! The desserts are scrumptious! I just had my mother’s retirement party and I catered it all from Taso’s and everyone could NOT stop raving about the food . The food makes a party and Taso’s made the event perfect!! But if I am being honest, the REAL reason I love Taso’s is because Kristina made my son feel at ease. She took extra time with him, on his first visit there . Daniel gave it a 10/10 rating!!! My son, who has special needs, has a hard time with new places and now he loves it . The waitstaff is amazing ( love you Kim ) and I literally could eat there everyday!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“This place is really awesome. I am Greek and I love it. Restaurant is clean and updated. The service is excellent, and the owner is very nice- always remembering my family when we come in. Food is fresh and tasty. We all git something different and we all enjoyed what we got.“

“Excellent!!! The best in Town!!!“

“One of the best nights ever!!! The staff is just amazing 🤩 stellar service and food. We needed a night like this. And the musician was simply THE BEST! Thank you for all your services and beautiful people that work for you. Nice and clean and such a beautiful atmosphere. I will never forget this night. We will be back! 🙏“

“Awesome food and desserts.“

“Such a great black-owned business! The food is delicious, and the place very cute, modern, and clean inside!! Also, so close to us, in Framingham.“

“From the food, to service and atmosphere, everything was excellent at this fabulous establishment in the heart of Waltham MA. Serving up delicious lamb and potatoes, or a chicken gyro sandwich - you can’t go wrong on the Greek / Armenian menu.
And thanks to the owner for the incredible hospitality for our party of 7 who sat at the bar, serving up amazing drinks and food and the attention to detail to our party.
Professionally ran and a well deserved 5 star review.“

“Wonderful meal in a spotless restaurant. Separations between tables was very nice!“