50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in New York

“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.“

“Food was delicious! Fresh and unique! Loved it all!“

“Casual, friendly atmosphere,eclectic menu, looking forward to my next visit“

“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.“

“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!“

“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. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“5 stars always !!!!!“

“we had amazing time, the food was so yummy.“

“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!“

“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“

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

“Best Turkish place in the city!“

“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.“

“The food is a absolutely outstanding!“

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

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

“This is the best restaurant in Nolita—hands down. The atmosphere is warm and stylish, the food is outstanding, and every dish is made with care and attention to detail.

Mehdi and Salim are incredibly hardworking and truly put their heart into everything they do—you can feel that in every aspect of the experience. The service is friendly, attentive, and welcoming.

Definitely a must-visit whether you’re local or just in the neighborhood.“

“Chef Alex and team blew us away with their thoughtfulness, presentation, and flavor. Very nice space with an open kitchen and a cool downstairs cocktail lounge we unfortunately couldn't check out.

Salads were unreal, seafood apps were amazing and my lamb chops were perfect. Highly recommend the tomato tuna dish and caprese cocktail!“

“Everything on the menu is to die for 🫀 delicious & feel good food always always. + THE CEVICHE“

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

“Incredible opportunity to listen to fantastic music!“

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

“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.“

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

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Cute spot for an intimate dinner or sitting at the bar. I had bread with arahova feta butter, which was good. For the main, I had the cavatelli with pesto, which had nice strong notes of basil. My husband had the tagliolini al Amalfi limone, which had bright notes of lemon balanced with saltiness from the cheese. For dessert, we shared the dark chocolate mousse, which was delicious — rich, not too sweet, and ample portion for sharing. The cocktails are also good.

Service is very friendly.“

“a perfect place to eat it's very good the meat more than juicy the potatoes a delight the service more than kind very smiling helpful clean they even offered me a traditional pastry the prices I was a little shocked at first there were 4 and we took 2 dishes and supplements I can tell you that I am a very big eater and yet it was enough for me to finish the day me and my family and to finish the service was very fast even though there were a lot of people prefer it's a 10/10“

“We had a very tasty and satisfying small dinner which consisted of an appetizer of perfectly spiced lamb sambousek with a chicken shawarma wrap split between us. The one chicken sandwich was ample and more than enough food for both of us.

Our waitress Marcela was very elegant and explained all of our questions about the portion sizes, ingredients, etc. She was very accommodating, bringing sauces like gatlic yogurt sauce and red chili sauce to complement what we ate.

I thought the decor was very tasteful and calming with beautiful muted colors and Middle Eastern touches.“

“First time eating here at Cava in Panama City Beach, Fl and my experience was AWESOME! Friendly staff, very very helpful because there are so many choices. Absolutely delicious! I’ll be back and I will recommend to everyone! ❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Delicious! Friendly service.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Fortuna NYC brings a stylish, upbeat energy with a menu that feels both modern and approachable. The dishes are well-balanced, flavorful, and nicely presented without trying too hard. Service is attentive, and the overall vibe makes it great for a casual night out or a relaxed dinner with friends. A solid, feel-good spot worth checking out.“

“Very friendly staff. Great LES atmosphere“

“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“

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

“Bis Bas really exceeded my expectations. The atmosphere is relaxed and stylish, and the Lebanese food is packed with flavor. You can tell everything is made fresh, and nothing felt heavy or boring. The staff was super nice and made the experience easy and enjoyable. Great spot for a casual dinner—I’ll definitely be back.“

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

“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.“

“Excellent food, drinks and great service.“

“Great healthy food 🥘 nice location“

“Was craving fish cooked in greek style and this place delivered. I recommend adding a side of arugula to the branzino. Absolutely lifts the dish. The sauces that came with were absolutely amazing. Violet was an excellent bartender and hostess.“

“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.“