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“

“The best Albanian food in NY😋👌“

“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.“

“We passed by this restaurant last week on our way to Irish Rep Theater and decided to give it a try. What a wonderful find! It is a charming restaurant with an attractive open kitchen and nice counter to watch the action. Tables are well spaced and comfortable. From the moment we sat down our server, Milos, could not have been more hospitable. He knew the menu well and was helpful with suggestions on both food and wines. He was professional and efficient and welcoming. The food was outstanding. They have a happy hour with delicious oysters and a nice variety of spreads and other small plates. A meal could easily be made at happy hour. The food was beautifully plated and delicious and of note the sauteed shrimp were perfectly cooked. There is much more on the menu we would like to try. We will be returning with a larger party next time to share many delicious plates. A wonderful addition to our NYC favorite spots.“

“Amazing food and warm, friendly staff.“

“Amazing food and great atmosphere. The grilled kebab was very flavorful and perfectly cooked, and the fresh salad and grilled vegetables were delicious. Everything tasted fresh and high quality. The staff was very welcoming and friendly, making the experience even better. Definitely a place I would come back to again. Highly recommended. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Yemeni Restaurant hit all the right spots — full 5 stars! The food was outstanding: tender, perfectly spiced mandi chicken, rich saltah stew, fresh haneeth lamb, and the best honey-drizzled malawah bread. Everything tasted homemade and full of flavor.
Service was warm and quick — friendly staff who explained the dishes and kept everything flowing smoothly. Atmosphere is cozy and casual: simple décor with welcoming vibes, great for a relaxed meal.
Perfect authentic Yemeni spot — great value and generous portions. Highly recommend for anyone craving real Middle Eastern comfort food in the city!“

“Delicious food and amazing service. Can’t beat the lunch special. Excellent!“

“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!!“

“Amazing Israeli experience was literally the did we tried ! It was delicious!“

“Best Turkish place in the city!“

“Every dish exudes the flavor of sunshine and sea breeze, and the soul of the Mediterranean is perfectly presented!😄😄“

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

“Nice Mediterranean spot, might want a reservation as it is a bit small. Excellent dessert selections and pastries. We enjoyed the calamari, hummus, and the mixed grill and decided the lamb chops were the best part. All of it was delicious but I would order just lamb chops next time, the mixed grill is a nice way to try several meats. The hummus and pita were very good as was the calamari and the sauce it was served with was very nice as well.“

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

“Absolutely delicious. Highly recommend the food at 46. Highlights: lentil soup, tzatziki, hummus, and pita. Kebabs too. Seriously everything was amazing!“

“Stumbled into this place this afternoon and had easily one of the best chicken sandwiches I’ve ever had. I can’t believe how delish the chicken schnitzel was and I’ve walked by this place so many times. Such a cute spot and the food really was that good.“

“The BEST place - I always order the 4 options of amazing tapas dips/ spreads with pita. Perfect when having people over, and always a hit at a potluck party. (And surprisingly affordable!!!) The atmosphere is romantic/ fun and yet still easy and casual.“

“Amazing experience at Dodona Restaurant! The food was fresh, delicious, and full of authentic traditional flavors. A special thank you to the chef, who is incredibly talented—the dishes were perfectly cooked and truly unforgettable. The service was fast, and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere was clean and cozy, perfect for dining with family or friends. Highly recommended, and I will definitely be coming back!“

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

“I went to Ella Social for the first time on Friday, December 19, 2025. The food was superbly seasoned and delicious! The service was top notch and the ambience was great.“

“Comfortable. Clean. Friendly staff. Good service.“

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

“Excellent food & service at Rola’s. This was my 1st time there & everything was so good!“

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

“phenomenal food! Great accommodations, and the christmas display is everything they say!“

“The best Turkish food in the area as all other Turkish places focus on cheap, fast food. Cinar has the best food and quality and it tastes like fresh home made food. Everything in the menu is delicious. Now they have a great app for easy ordering. The service is always good there with warmth and kindness. This place is a true gem.“

“Had some for the first time and it was delicious. I definitely think that they should add fruit to the menu. I added strawberries to my order when I got home and it tasted even better. The line was long but I didn’t have to wait long. Majority of their options are spicy, so I feel like the need more varieties for people who don’t like spicy food. Otherwise, food was great and workers were friendly.“

“Delicious delicious food, really chill atmosphere and friendly service. It was or first time having serbian food, so we asked for recommendations and it was spot on. Recommend the sarma (cabbage rolls), cevapi (meat sausages) and the spinach&cheese burek. Note that it's a small place (there's 5 tables), so there might be a bit of a wait. Also, they sell their typical sauce (delicious!). Will definitely come back“

“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!“

“Went with a friend for brunch last weekend. We both got the Jerusalem plate, except I subbed in hummus for the avo. The service was fantastic and I think I would have been happy ordering anything on the menu. Looking forward to heading back for another meal.“

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

“Delicious! Friendly service.“

“I recently visited Mira Mediterranean & Hookah Lounge and had a great experience. The ambiance was relaxing with a nice vibe, and the staff were friendly and attentive. The food was flavorful and well-prepared, and the hookah quality was smooth and enjoyable. Overall, it’s a comfortable place to unwind with good service and a pleasant atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit.“

“Fantastic Doner, the cuisine is exceptional.“

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

“We have enjoyed Sea Salt on past visits. This time our order was pre cooked. We ordered medium rare cheeseburgers and we received warmed up versions with cheese not melted instead of the fresh cooked ones in the past. It was disappointing. The rest of lunch was great. Service was superb.“

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

“I had a Senegalese rice dish w beans 🫘 It was delicious I’ll be back! I am enjoying learning more about this wonderful mission + supporting Immigrant refugees 🙏🏻❤️“

“We either ordered the wrong things or it was an off night for this restaurant because our experience was nothing like what other reviewers say. Restaurant was so noisy that we had to shout to our table companions all evening. The imam bayaldi was oversalted and underflavored and pine nuts doled out as if they were diamonds. The shrimp was hard, dry, overcooked, oversalted and flavorless sitting on a bed of gloppy watery tomatoes. Half the lamb kabobs were ok and half were nothing but gristle. Servers were very pleasant, and helpful with wine selection but the wait for our dishes seemed interminable. What was good -- very good --the rice with the lamb kabobs, the rice pudding and the coffee. But too much money for bad (sorry, but that's what it was) food. As I said, maybe we ordered the wrong dishes or maybe it was just an off night.“

“My favorite Cava by far , every time I come Lorena takes care of me and is extremely nice , welcoming and helpful. She also welcomes every guest and treats everyone with respect. The place is also very clean i would recommend this Cava to everyone“

“Very tasty food, great service, cozy atmosphere.
It's BYOB but the waitress (Elif i think) made sure to bring all we needed for the wine and checked on us multiple times throughout the night to make sure we were good.
A great representation of Mediterranean food.
Will definitely be back!“

“it’s a treat to eat at Miznon. Great food! Wonderful service and a fun atmosphere too!“

“Delicious food! The chopped salad was very fresh and tasty, and the chicken kebab was super juicy and full of flavor. I must come back for more!“

“Excellent food, drinks and great service.“

“Great healthy food 🥘 nice location“

“Absolutely amazing meal! I would highly recommend for authentic Turkish cuisine and a great atmosphere. Sercan was our server. My fiance and I cannot wait to come back again. We had the rack of lamb and filet kabob as our entrees and the zucchini pancakes and babaganoosh as our appetizers. Cannot recommend enough.“

“Great seafood nice people“

“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!“

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