22 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Monroe

“Great food with a comfortable environment. Service was great and they were attentive. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to try Turkish food for the first time or if you want to try a new place, this is definitely a great place to dine in. I've ate at the Monroe and north brunswick locations and loved them both.“

“Fresh, flavorful, great quality. well seasoned with awesome layers of flavors. beyond impressed. out of towner who swung in for a quick meal before a show. byob is an awesome touch and makes up for the slightly higher pricing. service is great too with knowledgeable and friendly staff. 5/5“

“Three of us had a wonderful dine-in experience at Koy Grill Marlboro/Morganville enjoying authentic Turkish/Mediterranean flavors and attentive service. From the moment we opened the door at 8:30 pm on a Sunday evening, we were greeted by a hostess who genuinely welcomed us to the restaurant. When we were seated, a pretty glass bottle of cold water was brought to our table, along with seasoned fresh/homemade Turkish bread and olive tapenade. The dinnerware and utensils were clean and tightly wrapped in napkin. Waiter and hostess (Ali and Olivia) introduced themselves. New to restaurant, I was given ample time to review menu. Both Ali (in training) and Olivia were very patient with my many menu questions. Needless to say, Ali and Olivia were spot on. We ordered multiple appetizers - shepherd salad, hummus + pita, crispy feta in phyllo rolls, and lentil soup. For dinner we had chicken shish, lamb adana, and lamb gyro + pita that I opted to top with grilled mushrooms and hot pepper. The online photos did not do the dishes any justice. I should have taken my camera out to share how plentiful the dishes were when served and how perfectly grilled the meats were, too! The food had delicious seasoning - that did not repeat afterwards. We took leftovers home and will enjoy lunch the next day. We each had desserts, too, that were served in glassware. One pistachio/gelato and two hazelnut/chocolate flute - both as pictured on menu. We were offered to take glassware home with us afterwards, but forgot to take with us while we focused on remembering to take our bagged leftovers. All in all, it was a truly enjoyable, unplanned Sunday evening dinner. Aside from the freshly cooked delicious food and desserts, it was one of the most pleasant interactions with restaurant staff that I can remember in a long time. Thank You Koy Grill and an even bigger Thank You to Ali and Olivia for welcoming us and for providing us with a great restaurant experience.“

“Amazing new restaurant! We enjoyed a terrific dinner at Marmara - the restaurant itself was beautiful and comfortable and the food was some of the best Turkish food we’ve had. From the hot puffy bread and the mixed cold appetizers (each one better than the next) to the lahmacun (a flat bread covered with ground meat and spices) to the entree kebabs and Adana, everything was delicious and beautifully presented. Our server Irfan was very friendly and attentive, as was the rest of the staff (there were so many people working and all doing a great job). We had a lovely dinner and can’t wait to go back!“

“For a $1000 meal I expect flawless service and unfortunately that was not the case. Drinks ordered during dinner arrived while eating desert. Two times they brought over the wrong drinks and one order they completely forgot.. Also when waiter brings over food he should know who ordered what and not have to ask again. Food was good but service needs improvement if those are the prices you will be charging.“

“Hey there ? I live in Islamabad, I visited Gyro King, the food is so Delicious and everyone who works there is so sweet and kind also the staff is so kind. We had visited many great places but I loved the Gyro King food. The Araby salad is so good in taste and all the other dishes I tried is also so yummy and delicious. Keep up the good work guys and don't let up on the consistency!“

“Stopped by Hummus Republic and honestly didn’t expect it to hit this hard. Everything tasted fresh, portions were filling, and the flavors were on point. Great spot if you want something that feels healthy but still super satisfying. Definitely coming back.“

“CAVA!! You have NO right to be so DELICIOUS and be 30 minutes from my house 🤣 but really please bring one down to Carolina forest SC! I had the salmon strawberry bowl how it comes but pickles onions instead of the tomatoes & it was out of this world .. I will be back!!!“

“What a delicious meal we had! My friend has been many times. My first, but not the last! We had Lamb and Shrimp, with delicious sides🍀“

“With the bar as large as your is, the bartender, Anthony Kovach keeps constant vision on drink levels and show a very high level of customer service.. When in a bar and the bartender is good, I ask them for their name and yell them I appreciate the service.“

“It was great. Besides they were one of the few restaurants open around 4pm on a Tuesday. Friendly service.“

“I wanted to leave a review because every time I come here, I notice the same thing: the employees work incredibly hard.

The food is always great, but what stands out to me most is the staff. Every time I walk in, they’re constantly moving, helping customers, preparing food, handling orders, and keeping everything running. I’ve never once been made to feel rushed, ignored, or like I was a burden, even when it’s obvious they’re extremely busy.

Today, the lady helping us even offered our toddler a free baklava as a thank-you for being patient while we waited. That small gesture meant a lot and showed just how thoughtful and caring the staff are, even while juggling so many responsibilities.

As a customer, I genuinely don’t know how they do it. If I were in their position, I’d probably be frustrated and overwhelmed, but they continue to show patience, professionalism, and kindness.

I don’t know what goes on behind the scenes, but from what I can see, this team deserves more support. For the amount of work being done and the volume of customers coming through, it seems like a very small staff carrying a very heavy workload. As both a customer and a human being, I don’t think that’s fair.

I hope management knows how valuable these employees are and how much they contribute to the success of this business. They deserve recognition, appreciation, and the help needed to make their jobs more manageable. The food keeps me coming back, but the people working here are a huge part of why I continue to support this place“

“Such an awesome restaurant . Was recommended by a friend. We are definitely going to be a regular customer now. Friendly staff, great ambiance. For vegetarians , try the falafel platter and the zucchini Eggplant chips“

“I personally know, not think, this was the best experience I’ve ever had. The workers here made me feel so comfortable. I am from Georgia and it was my mom’s birthday and they were playing Georgian songs before her cake came. About the cake, desserts, and food it was absolutely amazing. Would definitely recommend !“

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

“Great Quality Greek Food I Would Recommend the Lamb 🐑 GYRO 🥙 & the Spinach Pie 🥧“

“EXCELLENT... food was AMAZING!!! large portions- we were stuffed!!!“

“as I was so exhausted, so I thought about going to Evoo to relax. I had halloumi cheese seasoned with zatar and well grilled with honey and I had a cortada to drink. the whole experience was so perfect and it really made me feel so satisfied. The guy who served me was very calm and pleasant. this makes you at ease. one should definitely go to this place for great mediterranean food.“

“Was there today for the our first time and WOW. I had the lamb Gyro and my wife had the loaded Feta Fries. Both were so delicious. Very nice casual place to sit down and enjoy a Great Meal. I highly suggest the restaurant.“

“The BEST Greek food I’ve had in NJ. Highly recommend. Their lemon potatoes, lemon chicken soup and Greek fries are so fresh.“

“Delicious food and service! They do a lot of catering for large events , all the catering is made fresh and very good size portions“

“Terrific food and service! Will definitely be back“