50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Garfield

“The food and service is excellent. It is always an enjoyable evening.“

“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.“

“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.“

“We had the pleasure of dining in your restaurant last week, We instantly loved the mediterranean style atmosphere of your place. We had the best server we could have asked for named, Martina, she was friendly and had a great sense of humor, Her menu knowledge was excellent, She recommended the Duck and Short Ribs, which were excellent. Full of flavor. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great dining experience with great food and nice, friendly staff. Lloyd Hartford“

“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.“

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

“We stopped in for lunch today and had a great experience. The food was delicious and the service was excellent! We’ll be coming back for dinner soon! Highly recommend High Mountain Mediterranean Restaurant!“

“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.“

“Should be best best restaurants list in NJ!“

“Excellent food and awesome service. Great place to spend an evening outside. And the people watching...“

“Went today for the first time, wonderful staff and the food was incredible. Great size portions, every part of our meal was delicious. Cannot wait to go back again. Well worth the ride from Ramsey. NJ“

“Jackie Smalls – My New Favorite Brunch Spot!

I don’t usually go out for brunch because most places serve the same old eggs and pancakes, but Jackie Smalls completely changed my mind. This has to be my favorite breakfast/brunch spot I’ve tried!

I ordered the Freekeh Bowl, Grains of Nazareth, and French Toast, and every dish was incredibly fulfilling and well-balanced. But let me tell you—the French Toast was hands down the best I’ve ever had. They use sourdough bread infused with rose, which adds such a unique flavor. The whipped cream on the side was unbelievably fresh (unlike anything I’ve had before!), and the maple syrup had just the right amount of sweetness.

If you haven’t been to Jackie Smalls yet, you need to give it a try. Trust me, you won’t 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.“

“Very impressed. It’s not often that you go to a downtown restaurant these days and have good service along with good food and a good atmosphere. Everything was seriously delicious. We were bummed out that they didn’t have any Bronzino, considering our table doesn’t eat any meat or shellfish. We got the Dover soul as a replacement for the Bronzino, we all really normally like Dover soul, but this was not prepared well.
The chef was super accommodating and replaced the item for another salad. The atmosphere of the restaurant was great. They were super accommodating with large parties and I think overall this spot will be a staple.“

“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 🥇“

“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“

“It is a very tasty and very clean restaurant, I definitely recommend it.Ali Bey opened a nice restaurant, thank you“

“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!“

“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!“

“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“

“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 🫶🏾“

“If you've been, you know... they do great food here and the service is also great. The food is always fresh and hot without preservatives (you can tell), served fast, and with a smile. I've been a fan for years and they earn my loyalty with every meal and smoothy. 5-stars for sure.“

“Ada is a great restaurant and an enjoyable place to spend an evening/ celebration with family and friends! The staff and host are always so welcoming and pleasant. The delicious food and desserts speaks for themselves always made fresh and presented with such style. We recently celebrated a birthday and had such an amazing evening thanks to Selchuk and the staff.“

“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.“

“Trying a new restaurant in Franklin Lakes, we were met with a friendly, gracious greeting from Martin, and then amazing service from staff. The lunch portions were large, priced reasonably, and the food was outstanding. Very satisfied.“

“Wow. I don't know what the managers are doing here but they're doing something right. I came in at 7pm on Thursday after the election. All the customers were pretty much zombies with headphones in. But each and every staff was friendly, responsive, respectful, even smiling. And even with all the delivery staff. I hope they all get paid well because that's not an easy environment to stay positive.
I got my food to go and intended to eat just a few bites. It was ready within minutes and was so delicious I ate it all right away.“

“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 🤤😄“

“It’s amazing they have delicious dishes , clean space and nice stuff . My son love their kofta???“

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

“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 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!!“

“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 !“

“Wonderful Christmas Eve dinner on our visit to NYC. Service & Food were both excellent. Lovely family setting.“

“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...“

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

“Nice Place“

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