49 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Elizabeth

“Tequila Bistro Hosted One Incredible Night for Team Ed Rodriguez We recently held a meet-and-greet for Assembly candidate Ed Rodriguez at Tequila Bistro in Elizabeth—and let’s just say, Ed raved about the food beforehand, and he wasn’t wrong. From the moment we stepped into the warm, inviting space—with its glowing string lights, rich Spanish tiles, and that cozy outdoor patio—it was clear this was more than just a restaurant. It was an experience. The crowd came for conversation, but the Mediterranean and Spanish flavors stole the show. From the perfectly grilled seafood to the paella that had people going back for seconds (and thirds), every bite was unforgettable. The crab-stuffed salmon? Game-changer. And then there’s the bar—a destination in itself. Sophisticated, generous, and buzzing with good energy. The sangria flowed, the handcrafted cocktails were on point, and the vibes matched the moment. The staff made us feel like family. They handled a busy room full of guests with warmth, precision, and genuine hospitality.“

“Perfect stop before Newark Airport.
Don’t let the outside façade fool you, this is the perfect spot to relax and get a meal before battling New Airport. Owner Chris sat us quickly in a comfortable spot. The sandwiches were perfectly done with chicken parm being the favorite. In an area that has limited options it was Really well done!!!“

“I am a regular at Seabass Taverna! I love the atmosphere, the employees are so nice, the food and drink are amazing. I highly recommend.“

“For dinner we when to RUMI and it was amazing! Appetizers absolutely delicious all our dinners were delicious fresh hot completely satisfied . And then we had complementary Turkish tea and we all had desserts which were absolutely delicious someone with a sweet tooth would love. Will definitely be returning waitstaff friendly courteous and willing to accommodate in any way.“

“That’s Restaurant my favorite place for falafel thats one of the best falafel in nyc im trying most of the Middle East food around nyc and the owner with workers very friendly like your family the price is very reasonable I advise you to try it ❤️“

“This is an awesome restaurant. The food is excellent, the meat is top quality and the service r is warm and cozy.“

“Amazing service and food, absolutely delicious!!“

“The food was delicious, I did not know what I wanted so I ask the girl what she suggested. It was a amazing the chicken was so good . I like healthy food . I will definitely be going back can’t wait to try The gyros“

“Amazing food, friendly and professional staff.“

“The most amazing and delicious Turkish Breakfast I ever had. Not only in New Jersey area. I’ve tried lots of places in the Tri-State area and it’s definitely 5 Stars. Everything is homemade. There’s a lot of food when you order Turkish Breakfast. The cheese on the platter is very rich. Definitely try the Turkish eggy toast. It’s absolutely so yummy. It’s only on Sundays 10:00am-2:00pm. The atmosphere is fantastic. Especially for any kind of showers or parties. I’ve found out they have 2 more locations in Cliffside Park,NJ & Livingston,NJ as well. The owner is super nice and he welcomes and is so polite to customers. The prices are very reasonable. They have a huge parking lot. Handicapped customers are welcome to restrooms and parking lot.“

“Delicious meals, fast courteous service!“

“Drinks so fresh“

“Everything tastes fresh and perfectly seasoned. The place is super clean, cozy, and welcoming. You can tell they really care about the food and the customers. I always come back. Highly recommend if you’re craving something delicious and filling!“

“A very nice lunch at the adorable Cafe Latte in Dongan Hills, on a side street just off Hylan Blvd.

We both had paninis: the
grilled chicken (with lettuce, tomatoes, swiss cheese & pesto vinaigrette) and the
Mediterranean (grilled chicken with spinach, grilled vegetables & goat cheese).

The service was great and they also have outdoor space.“

“I like to go to this mexican / tex mex restaurant. The food is always fresh and they quick on serving your food. Also the flavor of the dishes are really yummy. And the breakfast is a kick to start your day. Specially the torta de milanesa which is my favorite“

“My dinner was delicious and the owners were great.“

“If you see hateful reviews written here within the last 24 hrs, it is pure POLITICAL. These people most likely haven't even stepped inside this restuarant. I am pretty sure if a Republican candidate asked to be hosted there, they would honor the same. Regardless, everyone is free to support whomever they want including the owners of this restuarant. Now let's get to the real facts! Excellent cuisine full of vegeterian options. The best Turkish I had thus far. I brought my coworkers here and they loved it. I would highly reccommend this place.“

“This place is great👍👍 Highly recommend to all my friends.“

“I ate good. They park at a nice spot for walking traffic. Looks like good people and rating reflects their quality. Salchipapas went so flipping hard.Hello again, I tried the chicken parm wrap and the chicken+marinara melted in my mouth. The chicken was delicious and hot. Gonna try and eat everything there over time (except spicy food )Also the snicker bar was 25 cents cheaper than the lame rutger vending machines, but 25 cents more pricier than njit vending machine ?. It was $2.“

“If you love Mediterranean food, looking for something new to try, or need a quick lunch for your break, Flame Chicken is the spot. I ordered the beef and lamb gyro platter and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. It was cooked to perfection. I also had the fresh mint tea which was great. Service is quick. The staff acknowledges you right away and very polite. The establishment is super clean and kid friendly. Prices are very fair, especially with today's economy. I cant wait to go back and try the rest of the menu.“

“the food is so delicious fast service always open great service good people“

“Love ❤️ Food nice in clean“

“When I express that the draw is real, that's precisely what I mean. I'm struggling to identify which aspect I relish the most, whether it's the culinary offerings, atmosphere, servers, proprietors, or parking. As I'm unable to choose just one, I must opt for all. Thank you for hosting me; I thoroughly relished every bit of my cuisine.“

“From start to finish, our experience was absolutely outstanding. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and every detail from the service to the food was top notch. The new owners went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, checking in throughout the evening and truly making us feel like valued guests. The chef is nothing short of incredible. Every dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. You can tell there’s a deep passion and talent behind the menu especially if you’re a fan of French Mediterranean cuisine, which was executed to perfection. Highly recommend this gem to anyone looking for an elevated yet cozy dining experience. A must visit spot that I’ll definitely be returning to!“

“As a real estate agent, I often find myself exploring local businesses to better serve my clients. Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting Alba Albanian supermarket, and I can't recommend it enough!
The selection is fantastic, and I was particularly impressed with the quality of the meat I purchased—absolutely fresh and flavorful. I also picked up some Berat olives, delicious. The Bravo strawberry drink was the perfect refreshing touch, and my husband enjoyed it. It's his favorite😊
What truly stood out to me was the exceptional service. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to help, making my shopping experience enjoyable from start to finish.
If you're in Staten Island and looking for authentic Albanian products or just want to experience some delicious flavors, Alba Albanian Supermarket is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be returning for more!
Natasha Meci-New Jersey 🇦🇱“

“Best gyros that you can find on Staten Island!“

“We ordered Cairo Falafel through Uber Eats, and overall it was a really great experience! The platters were flavorful and filling, but the absolute standout for me was the grilled veggie pita with fresh hummus. I honestly haven’t had anything like it before — the vegetables were perfectly charred, the pita was soft and warm, and the hummus tied everything together so well. Just thinking about it now has my mouth watering.

The only downside was the falafel. While they had good flavor, the texture was a little too dry, and they didn’t have that “wow” factor I was hoping for. Given the name, I expected them to shine more, but they fell short compared to the other items we tried.

That said, the overall meal was delicious, and I’ll absolutely be ordering again. Cairo Falafel clearly does a lot of things right, and I’m already looking forward to having that veggie pita again soon!“

“I was going to take a trip to Brooklyn to eat me some food in a restaurant out there but then I decided to stay here so I wanted to see where can I find some good lamb chops and I punched it on my phone and I went to the place and I'm not sure who's giving the bad comments but whoever it is don't know good food I ordered lamb chops which came with rice and salad and it was amazing I have eaten lamb chops at a more pricey place much much higher in price and you only get two lamb chops and I spent the arm and the leg for it and it wasn't that great but this place the lamb chops was excellent the way the service the weight of the waitress everybody was great I didn't have to wait long to order and it was a lot of people in there but if you expect them to get something in 5 minutes then obviously you need to stay home because no restaurant that cooks food. Should take 5 minutes to cook it it has to be longer so I really really enjoy myself that he only downside to it was that I wish I could have eaten more but I had no room for it because I would have ordered another plate of lamb chops but I'll definitely go back again and the waiter or the service person his name was Val v a l excellent excellent guy they're all friendly the staff is really really good there and you get more than enough food so I highly recommend it and I give it five stars“

“It was a wonderful experience trying Lebanese cuisine for the first time. I love everything my daughter-in-law ordered. My favorite was the Old City Platter. I got to try different things. The hummus plate was awesom❤️‍🩹“

“I had the Turkish Breakfast, portion was big and it was so delicious. Would definitely comeback and recommend to friends“

“the food is so delicious fast service always open great service good people“

“Food is fresh & tasty. Staff are very nice too.“

“Had a terrible experience today. They gave me the wrong sandwich. Tried to call them to send me a new one but all you get is a voicemail. Emailed them and even messaged them on Instagram and they never responded. So I was stuck at work all day without any food or any reimbursement“

“I ordered a maple cold brew with pistachio cold foam from their winter menu and a few donuts. It was all delicious!“

“We stopped here after getting off the Ferry. We were met by a warm and friendly face who was sat down at one of the tables. She was friendly and explained the food she had available. We had chicken & spinach with spicy rice and Jerk chicken with white rice.

The food was really tasty. It was very quiet but a few locals came in and got food.

This place was really nice because it wasn’t a chain or the same crap. It was different food and really nice to try. If you can’t handle spicy food don’t go for the jerk chicken.“

“Delicious Mediterranean food.“

“Great food, nice ambiance, professional waitress, this place deserves all five stars ⭐️“

“Excellent service. What’s the owner name“

“After a tasty round of appetizers including tangy baked Fava beans, creamy smooth hummus, baba ghanoush and crispy on the outside, soft on the inside falafel, we feasted on two lamb dishes, one of which was perfectly grilled, and an order of couscous with vegetables. I still remember today how great everything tasted. Service was friendly and efficient and the decor included lamps and accessories imported from Morocco. Portions were generous and they provide containers for the leftovers. You can only eat so much! Highly recommended.“

“Thanks to a friend of ours, we found a nice spot for Mediterranean cuisine! The Sahara bread was amazing… Falafel was the best I ever had and the hummus was DELISH! Main dish, I had chicken gyro dish, it was exactly what I wanted. The service was very welcoming… give it a try if you like this type of cuisine.“

“The food was magnificent! The owner engaged in conversation with us. The striped bass was out of this world! I will definitely come back.“

“This is a great little café/diner right next to the Westfield train station. We are fairly new to Westfield and went there for the first time a couple of weeks ago. We were wowed by the wonderful customer service of our waitress, Cindy. She was very attentive, provided great order suggestions and also brought over their delicious housemade hot sauce to go along with our eggs. All the food we ordered was wonderful, including the short stack of chocolate chip pancakes, the egg and cheese sandwich on a hard roll, and the Florentine omelette. The chef (maybe owner?), Ash even stopped by later on towards the end of our meal to check on how everything was. We meant to write this review right after that, but then never got around to it and when we went back today a few weeks later, we realized how much we needed to write this up! This time Kirsten and Cindy both helped us out, and Cindy remembered us by our orders from the last time even though we had only been here one time- very impressive and shows a great attention to detail and customer service. Ash came by also, and it was clear he remembered us as well. The food was fresh and tasty yet again (we got the French toast, egg and cheese sandwich, and Greek omelette this time) and the prices are great. This place is a gem and is definitely becoming one of our go-to spots!“

“Great food and service, has been coming here almost daily lately! Definitely recommend the zinger sandwich 🙏🏻“

“great food...love the waiters...always great service.“

“Best Egyptian food in the area!!“

“Teddy’s has a large selection of food for good prices! I tried the Spanakopita, falafel, the stuffed grape leaves, hummus, and greek salad. Everything was very good! I only wish they had a regular greek dressing and that the olives in the salad were pitted. Everything else was perfect delicious and satisfying! My partner had a grilled chicken salad and loved it. The service was great! They were very friendly and helpful!

Vegetarian options: Lots of options, but would love to see a vegan gyro with seitan or tofu (a veg protein).

Dietary restrictions: Lots of vegetarian options.“

“Visited a restaurant for the birthday party in May 2022. Clean, welcomed staff, good service, a lot of parking on the street. We placed an order. It was not too long, which is good because the reservation was for 6:30 pm and everybody was hungry. Appetizers were delicious especially both types of calmers. 3 people ordered NYS trip stakes. OMG! All 3 stakes were stingy. Nobody finished the stake. Medium and well done came up the same. Black color even tongue was black after eating the steak. It's because when cooked the steak did not clean the grail. Also, I recommend checking your receipt. We found 3 items that we did not get on the table for a total of almost $80. One of them we never ordered, and two newer ones were delivered to the table.“

“Deliciously spicy and authentic Lebanese food . Fresh tasting Lebasnes and midlleeastern foods. including fusion like shawarma quesadilla!

One of the best falafels in recent memory as well, with an amazingly creamy and light, yet not bitter tahini sauce . Spinach sumac triangles and hummus excellent as well ! Haven't been in a while and will be coming back regularly!“

“A great spot with fresh and delicious food. Attentive staff. Great for delivery but my gal and I love to go there and enjoy the cozy little dining room. 5 stars.“