50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Englewood Cliffs

“I would like to pass along my review on Lefkes. Specifically, the extraordinary "ambassador"--the Lefkes manager--Eva who greeted our party. She greeted our party at the door, made our group feel special while making each individual feel recognized in a sea of humanity of guests. We were celebrating an office birthday party. She greeted each person with an elegance be-fitting of European royalty, with class and style. She ensured we were seated with a wonderful view of the dancing and action, while being able to enjoy our personal space. The food was to die for...she assisted the staff in serving the food and clearing our table to keep our dinner moving. When one of the people in our party requested a frappe, Eva asked one of the servers, "Dimtry" to prepare a classical Frappe. It was rich and creamy...Eva capped off our evening by having birthday pastries brought out with the flaring streamer...a memorable event from a very memorable person! thank you Eva and Lefkes! it became our Greek vacation! Charles“

“Here's the review Spencer wrote for you: My family and I just visited to celebrate my grandsons birthday- we like to get a bunch of plates and share family style and this menu was perfect for that. You have to get mezze and extra bread (must try the kubane). We also ended up getting three orders of the shishbarak for the six of us, it is way too good! I got the salmon for my entree which was cooked to perfection and beautifully seasoned. Spencer our server recommended the silan and the cheesecake for dessert so we shared those and boy were they something special- I can’t pick a favorite! He brought us a candle and we got some great pictures. I can’t recommend this restaurant enough.“

“The best Albanian food in NY😋👌“

“As soon as my sister and i walked in, we sat down, and i took a look around and saw how beautiful the interior was. The waiter came and took our order and maybe 20-30 after the food arrived. I ordered the truffle polenta while my sister ordered a burger. The food was really good. After we got dessert. We both got the tiramisu. It was great. The total was about $100 dollars, including the tip. The restaurant is full during dinner, so i would recommend reserving a table.“

“Amazing food and warm, friendly staff.“

“I HIGHLY recommend this restaurant!!! Their food tasted SO good and tasted like it was homemade food. It was made with so much love, and the food was so flavorful and seasoned. Every thing I got, hit. I got the curry chicken platter, and I cleaned my plate. The mint lemonade tasted so fresh and refreshing. The baklava was really good, as well. The customer service was excellent and so homey, as well!“

“Excellent food, service and ambiance. Try the mixed grilled sampler, and the desserts are espectacular!!!“

“Sooo delicious!!! Wonderful staff. Great owners!!“

“Delicious and friendly. Been coming here for years and bringing friends who visit from out of town.“

“Simon the waiter was excellent, after speaking with owner about our concerns..Everything was corrected . I look forward in returning next week“

“Cocktails were amazing. I got the kiss explosion. Patrick’s service was incredible, anticipated my every need. Benito’s drink’a were amazing. Huge ice cubes l, perfect wine glass, incredible flavor!

Thank you team! I will 200% be back.“

“Amazing place in the heart of Manhattan) I love that Mediterranean food, which was absolutely fresh and delicious, Bronzino with veggies was awesome ? OMG that cheesecake ?it was lovely)) The Atmosphere of restaurant was fabulous, and I love Karina who served us perfectly)“

“Visiting NY ,please dont forget to eat at this place

Vegetarian options: Visiting NY and especially around Rockefeller, Diamond District, around 5th Ave , this is a definitely a place to dine in or have lunch , Mike is amazing and also the entire staff , they have Excellent salads for Vegetarians, definitely try their Humus and Babaghanoush. You will not be disappointed.“

“Best Turkish place in the city!“

“We went to Rola’s for the first time Saturday night and it will definitely not be our last time. The place is so cozy perfect for a date night or for dinner with family. The food is amazing! We tried the Rolas appetizer spread platter delicious, the lentil soup delicious, the kufta kebab delicious, the lamb chops delicious! Everything was perfect! We can’t wait to be back. Definitely don’t hesitate everyone should try Rola’s you will NOT be disappointed.“

“My family wasn’t familiar with Turkish food, but we decided to try this restaurant because of the great reviews. We were pleasantly surprised by how delicious everything was, and the staff was so friendly, making our dining experience comfortable and enjoyable. Thank you, Salih!“

“It was my last lunch in NY before going back to my country. But!! This CAVA gave me soooo great experience. I am so touched by their service and kindness. The staff has also positive mind. I would definitely revisit here. Thank you for giving me great time.“

“The food is good and service is excellent. We had the price fixe“

“I’ve never had Turkish food but I decided to try it out and it was delicious, I had the donor with lamb and beef and the chicken vegetable soup. Everything was great and good portions too. The bread they brought to the table was amazing as well as the Turkish tea“

“Everything was just perfect! A restaurant in an excellent location, personal and kind treatment and food at a very high standard, simply everything we ordered was delicious! All the staff members are nice and helpful and the place is stunning in its beauty beyond its fascinating story! Every time I'll come to New York I will definitely go to the Kashkabal Garden 🥇“

“I love Turkish food and I have traveled to Turkey many times, so I have a comparison basis. This is another Americanized Turkish food restaurant. I ordered the grilled meatballs (in reality they are called kofte, but they don't say that on the menu). They tasted like burger patties, missing the kofte spices. Service was great, but I wished for real Turkish food, not American version. They played it safe and as a result it's a little inauthentic and blah. It's good food but it doesn't stand out.“

“Excellent quality food..easily the best greek/Mediterranean restaurant around. We had babaganoush, sauteed octopus and mixed grill for two. The portions are just right and there was not a single dish that wasnt 10/10. Great service. The place was quiet around 6pm on a Friday and then just exploded with customers. We are happy we just discovered this little gem. And the cherry on top - very inexpensive for what you get. It's tough to beat combo“

“Went here for brunch for NYC Restaurant week and did not disappoint!! Great service, delicious food and yummy drinks!! Will definitely come back!! Such a cozy cute atmosphere too!!“

“Was looking for Mediterranean food for my wife and I on a casual evening out and we were not disappointed. Super friendly/helpful staff, wonderful atmosphere, and a wonderful selection of food. My wife and I got a bowl and we both loved it. If you are looking for a counter style Mediterranean place to eat this is a fantastic choice! All the food is made fresh. My wife ordered pita chips and falafel on the side and both were made fresh when we ordered. The pita chips were thick and super crispy. The falafel was incredibly moist too. Highly recommend!“

“Best Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant in nyc. You have to try it.“

“I cannot say enough good things about my experience at this restaurant. The food was spectacular. I will dream about it. Service was prompt and polite. Best middle eastern food I have had in a long time. If you are in the area, you must stop by. It’s worth it!“

“Great healthy food 🥘 nice location“

“Amizigh Food Truck was hired for our company picnic and everyone loved the food! They had a staff of 3 friendly workers and the line moved fast. I had a combination Moroccan chicken, Shawarma, and Falafel combination bowl that was so good! The burritos also looked great, as did the vegetarian options. So glad my company chose them!“

“Cassandra provided the best customer experience! At this location for such difficult guests we had our dad trying something new and she was very patient w us and kind and courteous making our experience so pleasant ! Thank you Cassandra 🫶🏾“

“We drove out of town for this restaurant and it was well worth it. The mint lemonade drink has the perfect balance of sweet and sour and the food was delicious. The food is especially perfect for larger crowds that want to share food. The staff are very friendly and fast in getting your order and bringing out the food to you. I also really admired the beautiful decor inside. If we lived closer we definitely would come to this restaurant all the time but since it is a very long drive we still plan on coming at least once a month.“

“Really good food and service. Falafel and garlic is sauce is out of this world.“

“Awesome untapped Happy Hour! $1 oyster, great tapa style ! Great wine !“

“Great Lunch… Izzy our waiter went above and beyond to make sure we were enjoying our lunch. We go here frequently and always a good meal and very accommodating.“

“Amazing food and very friendly! Our waiter was a hoot and made the atmosphere even more entertaining and inviting. Thanks for showing this Tennessee gal- your Mediterranean ways 🤤😄“

“Best place to eat a salad Nieve was the best.“

“The food is awesome and fresh.“

“Excellent food and service. This is a special dining experience, a place we chose to follow a broadway matinee performance. The chef plays artfully with traditional Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors and dishes. It’s expensive but worth it for an occasional nyc nights out experience.“

“Great seafood nice people“

“Great and conviene location. Manager Amanda, exceed my expectations, she recommended the best option for my digestive allergies- she’s wonderful. Would definitely be back, extremely happy with the service and customer care. Thanks Amanda ?!“

“Food is great as always, but whats the point of downloading Cava app and making a pickup order when ill have to wait in the line and then the employee will start making my order, although i received a msg that my order is ready for pick up. I asked the employee about it and she said this is the website and that has nothing to do with how they do their work as Cava employees which was a strange response, it felt like the employee was so annoyed i even asked the question. Wait time was very short but im just reporting that the app is useless if this is the way the employees handle app requests from customers!!“

“My first time at Seasalt! Lovely atmosphere, friendly, competent staff, and delicious food. Reasonable prices. The tuna tartare appetizer was delicious (we got pita to go with it). I had the vegetable moussaka which was terrific. It was a little noisy, because the restaurant was completely full, but we could easily hear one another. I would happily go back!“

“I'll focus on three main dishes of Bosnian cuisine: ćevapi, pljeskavica, and burek. This review comes from someone who grew up eating Bosnian food, my mother is from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Having eaten ćevapi and burek all over the Balkans, I consider myself something of an expert on this cuisine. If you have a similar background, keep in mind that this isn't your local Sarajevo, Banja Luka, or Mostar joint, so curb your expectations accordingly.

For what it is, the ćevapi and pljeskavica are a solid B+ compared to best I ate, probably the best you’ll find within a 500-mile radius of NYC. However, the burek (or more precisely sirnica, the cheese pie) is mediocre at best, bland and lacking flavor. It tastes like cardboard. I have a feeling it's pre-frozen and not made fresh on-site.

New Yorkers should definitely give this place a try - it offers a unique and interesting alternative to hamburgers and other fast food options.

Prices are reasonable, the staff are friendly, subway station is just around the corner. Four stars ****“

“Perfect as always. Shout out to Caesar who is attentive, friendly and a class act guy. The food was stupendous. The meat platter for 4 was delectable. And all the starters are great. We love the shepherds salad with feta, the hummus and the babaganoush. The falafel too! Thank you for all the hard work.“

“An awesome experience. Great food and very attentive service. Will be back ❤️“

“Have been coming here for take out lunch for the past month. The food never disappoints, extra fresh and tasty. The perfect amount of spices / sauce. The staff is exceptionally friendly / polite and helpful! Going there puts me in a good mood each time! Amazing amazing food !“

“Had a lovely meal to celebrate my 50th birthday, the food was so good and the service was fantastic, I would highly recommend“

“I've lost track of how many times I've dined here, but I've loved every visit. Bringing friends and family for their first visit has become a trend, and Iris delivers every time on all fronts. The team is warm and welcoming - never fussy or overbearing; the cocktails are innovative and delicious - suiting any palate; and the food is a comforting delight. We never leave hungry, but we always want more. Until next time...“

“Staff working as a team and service is fast. My children and I enjoyed our lunch. We had a fantastic experience.“

“food was simply delicious and well served👍❤️❤️❤️ the stuff was amazingly friendly and professional❤️❤️❤️will definitely go back there❤️❤️❤️💐💐💐“

“Nice Place“