50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Flushing

“Came here on a weekday after work. There were many takeout orders going out the door while we dined. We started off with their grilled octopus, which was one of the best I have eaten in a long time. For the main dish, we ordered the mixed grill platter for 2, which came with a side of lemon potatoes. Honestly, that was enough people to feed more than 2. Everything tasted great. The tzatziki sauce and lemon potatoes sauce were great for dipping. We ordered an orange and lemon greek soda for that all-out authentic greek dining experience.“

“The food was ok. No AC in the restaurant and muggy outdoor eating made it hard. I asked for no tomatoes or olives in my salad and she brought me a full plate of tomatoes in my salad so I didn’t eat it as I never return food. The place needs a good cleaning.“

“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😋👌“

“We came here on a Sunday early afternoon and had one of our best recent dining experience. We live close by so we went in hoping it would be a gem and it absolutely didnt dissappoint. The garlic naan might just be the best we’ve ever had. The mussels were very fresh and not sure if it’s the season but the flesh was super fat. The sauce it was cooked in was also very very good. Dipping the naan in that sauce was straight heaven. We also ordered the rotisserie chicken, which we thought was a bit pricey at first but man, it was cooked to absolute perfection. Crispy skin, JUICY all throughout, with grilled lemons and a decent sauce. The service was also phenomenal. Our server had great energy, and provided us the perfect balance of attentiveness and space.
The vibe of this place is also top notch. The modest exterior is only hiding the spaceous, modern, and elegant interior.
Overall, we could not be more thrilled about this find and will definitely be coming back to try their drinks and sea bass dish! Highly recommended for an absolute treat.“

“A+ across the board. Unbelievable service. Sitting at the chef’s table was a little smoky but a blast. Was nearly impossible to get a reservation and I hate to say it but it’s worth the hype! Hope we’re able to land another reservation again soon because I’m going to be thinking about this meal for a long time.“

“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!“

“Everything was great! The lamb chops are fantastic!“

“Melissa and James create soul food with modern twist -- with big flavors! I visited P&C multiple times already, with family, friends and work colleagues and highly recommend it to anyone who is looking to eat modern American with a lot of love. 🍷🍸🍹Their cocktails are equally amazing and delicious, they also have a fantastic wine selection and their freshly baked Pita is a MUST! Please do go and visit P&C to also support the local restaurant community -- they deserve it! 🥰🍾🥙“

“Good and interesting food. Crowded and noisy. Good and very efficient service. Cocktail selection good but mine was ok. Daily special of fava bean hummus was delicious Chicken liver with hummus reminded me of my grandmother. Half brick chicken was very dry and not crisped enough with a soury harissa sauce. (Was it 1/2 brick or 1/2 chicken?). Limited dessert menu“

“Delicious food and cocktails“

“Cozy atmosphere and fine dining“

“I was craving some middle eastern/Mediterranean food and this place did not disappoint! A great selection and the ingredients are all very fresh with the shish kebab made upon ordering. I had the build your own bowl and highly recommend. To top it off, the staff is very friendly and warm, even asking how the food was after!“

“I had such a fantastic dinner with my business partner, who I also consider a friend! I introduced them to Mediterranean cuisine, and they absolutely loved it! They're from Virginia, so this was a delightful new experience for them. The food and cocktails were outstanding, and the atmosphere was so cozy. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive; they made us feel right at home. Cihan, the owner, even stopped by our table to check if everything was okay. He was so polite and warm! I can't wait to come back for another amazing meal!“

“I am SO glad I found this place! The shrimp kebab seriously is divine, I think I developed an addiction. Also, they have happy hour every day until 7pm and their house wine is so good. The place is cozy and relaxing. On a recent Saturday night I was there for 4 hours... they never rush you, the staff is super friendly.“

“A smaller space, but nicely decorated. Was able to walk in at 7pm on a Tuesday night for two with no problem. Food and service were both great. The mezze portions are great; really loved the labneh. The carrots are slightly sweetened and is served cold. Falafel hummus was plentiful and the falafel was great. Chicken shawarma was delicious; recommend getting a side of pita so you can make yourself a pita sandwich.“

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

“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!!“

“Go. Seriously. We went with a group of six for brunch and every single person was raving about it for days after. Hits every mark - food (first and foremost), service, ambiance. Only ding is that it's a bit hard to get to but if you're already making the trek to Greenpoint, consider Glasserie a must.“

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

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

“I attended a surprise party this Saturday evening. The cuisine was preselected, waiter service was excellent, should receive raises. The table arrangement was very poor. The party was downstairs in one of the private rooms. We were 25 people at one very long table, basically the length of the room, which made it difficult for guests to get around the seated persons at the head of the table on either side. Having two tables would have been a better arrangement, but one long table was not conducive for conversation since we were so far from the other end of the table. The food; not many complaints, I really didn’t have a problem. I didn’t have a lot of food, but it was delicious. The dessert, sorry not very good. Those Famous Crepes(palacinkes) sorry not that great. A lot of crepe and not a lot of filling. The dish was served with fruit, unfortunately this fruit was not in season, so the watermelon although it added color to the dish, upon tasting it, left much to be desired. Why not serve fruit that is in season? No offense to my party hosts who selected my menu for the evening, it didn’t lend itself to the 5 Star Reputation of Dubrovnik’s. I would like to make reservations and splurge on a dinner on my own, I have a feeling I would LOVE the experience! Btw, another plus was the parking!“

“A very tiny restaurant with a small but high quality cocktail and wine list. Food was good and felt fresh. Highlights were the butter beans with mussels and salsa verde, the asparagus with poached egg, ricotta and radishes, and olive oil cake with rhubarb.“

“Didn’t try the food but came in for drinks one night. The bartender told the best jokes and made my friend and I a drink out of saffron syrup he had made. So delish. The owner seemed pretty chill too. Looking forward to trying the food in the future!“

“10/10 AMAZING. DELICIOUS. The service was great, the wait time wasn’t too long, and the food was all the more worth it. The price fits the taste. I’m definetly coming back again. The atmosphere is also great a lot of great decorations and lights. Vibey music, and good amount of spaces to sit and eat in.“

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

“I first started trying cava when I started my first year of college and I could not stop getting it. Especially at this location which is perfect for when I’m on the way to school. The location is very ambient relaxing I like the seating arrangements it feels very welcoming and not too overwhelming. The staff and everyone who greets me are great and very patient with me especially because I’m still fairly new to the place.“

“My favorite local restaurant by far. Consistently fresh, delicious and fast. Family run, good vibes all around.

Dietary restrictions: Vegetarian and vegan options

Kid-friendliness: Good friendly staff, good kid options

Wheelchair accessibility: Ground level no need for ramps etc“

“We had a fiftieth birthday party here for two twin brothers. The patio out back is beautiful. The food was great and the waitstaff is wonderful. This is practically its own institution in Floral Park.“

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

“Incredible food and cocktails! Wonderful service!“

“Dropped by on 5/11/25 to grab something for Mother's Day. Picked up the Banana Pudding.

Mom and my sisters right after the first try completely devoured it and raved about it. When food makes people happy that's when you know it's on point.

The folks at the place were very friendly, and the place was clean, as expected of a place that handles food. It's crystal clear they are dedicated to their craft.

Small businesses like this are the life of the city. They deserve your business and I will absolutely be a repeat customer.

Highly recommended. Give'em a go.“

“The food is awesome and fresh.“

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

“I found an oasis in the busy city as well place to spend time while my wife is at art class. The atmosphere is very calm and relaxing, extremely clean. With most things in life, it’s the people working there. The staff in the owner are funny, helpful, and just there to give everyone a good time. The food just simply blows me away. It taste so good.“

“Amazing service and amazing food! Highly suggest the spicy lamb as well as the chicken shawarma platters. Pita, hummus, rice, and all of their sauces were the bomb. Our server was extremely friendly and we were even given a free baklava sample.“

“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 ****“

“Great food - nice & friendly staff - reasonable prices Everything is excellent“

“Excellent food and service Good environment.“

“Highly recommended ,we have been several times here. Awesome servis, very friendly and all foods are delicious .“

“Great restaurant new to the east side. It’s said to be related to Mariam located on the west side and has a very similar menu.

You want leave disappointed, every dish is both interesting and flavorful drawing from Mediterranean, Israeli and Lebanese/eastern like dishes.“

“Delicious 😋 food. Great ambiance. Wonderful servers.“

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

“Since I planned to be in the area for a few hours, I looked online for a decent place to have lunch nearby. I wanted healthy & tasty food and found that based on positive reviews, I decided to give Claire's Kitchen a try.

Well let me tell you, the atmosphere was cute & had a chill & boho vibe. It's small with limited seating. The time of day was around lunchtime so the majority of customers had their orders to go. A couple of them ordered their favorites which was a sign that Claire's Kitchen has repeat customers.

I had the beef empanadas with a side salad and a chocolate chip scone for dessert. The empanadas were not deep fried so their crust was nice & soft; something that I wasn't used to in an empanada. The beef filling was seasoned nicely- the spices gave it a nice kick to it.

The green salad was very fresh and organic. It included mixed greens, cherry tomatoes and red onion .

Last but not least I must say the chocolate chip scone was divine! It did not need butter. I ate it as if it was like a big ole chocolate chip cookie-the whole thing in one sitting! In the past I found the texture scones to be dry and boring. Not this one! It was really good and fun to eat. I would definitely buy this again. This was a great substitute for the gluten-free chocolate cake that she ran out of :/

So when you are in the mood for tasty and healthy food and you happen to be in the neighborhood ,stop by Claire's Kitchen and treat yourself to a meal made with love.“

“Шеф Рафаэли... знаток своего дела! От его мастер классов получаю массу удовольствия и кайфовое настроение.... с ним разве соскучишься?! Могу лишь пожелать Шефу Рафаэли... удачи.. успеха и процветания его деятельности. Так держать! 👍🖐“

“Overall, a solid dining experience. Everything I tried was flavorful, especially the lamb, which was cooked perfectly and full of taste. The rice was also nicely done and complemented the meal well. However, the chicken wings were a bit of a letdown—too small for my liking, so personally, I wasn’t a fan of those. That said, the drinks were on point and definitely added to the experience. If you’re looking for a place with good food and drinks, this spot is worth checking out, though I’d skip the wings next time.“

“Great seafood nice people“

“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!“

“I recently visited Pita Hot and had the best shawarma sandwich I've ever had. The lamb was perfectly cooked and the sandwich was stuffed to the brim. The staff was also very friendly and gave me a free falafel while I waited. I will definitely be back again soon!“

“I love this place so much! This spot is not your standard Corporatized Mass Food Supply Chain” middle eastern food. (Not going to name names).
It’s good wholesome tasty quality food that always hits the spot. Lots of toppings and variety to choose from.“