50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in New York

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

“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.“

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

“Amazing food, amazing atmosphere and AMAZING HOSPITALITY! When in NY you must try!“

“Amazing food and warm, friendly staff.“

“Tried Sultan Mediterranean after finding a BOGO deal online and honestly… such a good spot for a fun night out with friends. The drinks were flowing (we had about 6 altogether 😭) and everything we ordered kept getting better. The Hot Blooded cocktail was one of my favorites, the mojitos were super flavorful, and the espresso martini was perfectly balanced.

For appetizers, the grilled calamari completely surprised me in the best way, the buffalo wings were actually REALLY good, and the shrimp with roasted garlic + toast was insanely appetizing. Portions were generous too, so you definitely get a lot for your buck. I’ve also had their falafel before and it’s so good it’ll genuinely make you question if there’s meat in it 😂

Overall, great vibes, tasty Mediterranean food, strong drinks, and a really good time with friends. Definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area.“

“10/10 Food and Ambience 😍“

“Delicious! Friendly service.“

“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!“

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

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

“5 stars always !!!!!“

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

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

“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!!“

“I have been coming to this restaurant for a long time, and it never disappoints. The food is always fresh, delicious, and full of flavor. Every dish I have tried has been amazing, and the quality is consistently excellent.

The staff is friendly, welcoming, and always provides great service. The atmosphere is comfortable and makes you feel at home. Whether I come for a quick meal or a special occasion, I always leave satisfied.

This is one of my favorite restaurants, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for great food and excellent service. I will definitely keep coming back!“

“Best Turkish place in the city!“

“Great healthy food 🥘 nice location“

“The food is a absolutely outstanding!“

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

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

“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!“

“Incredible opportunity to listen to fantastic music!“

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

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

“Yasmine made my experience so seamless and was very polite when taking my order. She took prepared my food quickly and made sure to ask about dietary restrictions and allergies. This is by far the best Cava location in midtown in terms of service and food.“

“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.“

“Ali is the greatest server! The food was incredible. The drinks were on point! Will definitely be back.“

“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.“

“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.“

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

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

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

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

“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.“

“Had a good lunch at Omar’s Mediterranean Cuisine. The food was fresh and flavorful, and the service was quick even during a busy time. The portions felt fair for the area, and it’s a solid spot if you want something filling without a long wait.“

“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.“

“Where do I even begin? The pita? Perfect texture and taste. The cherry tomatoes? Obviously fresh, juicy, and sourced from a great farm. The romain? Plentiful and CRISP. The Dill and Taziki sauce? Also VERY fresh, has a citrus kick somewhere, and seems to be made fresh as well. Because it doesn't taste like a store bought sauce filled with preservatives. The hummus? That might actually be where the citrus is from. However, the hummus is not overly salty! You can actually taste the Chickpeas and they use good ingredients as well as olive oil for the hummus too! The chicken? Is in NO way shape or form dry and it's actually seasoned! It's juicy and normal is it overcooked. The olives? Brothers and sisters I HATE olives by themselves, rarely on certain foods. But these olives are not overpowering and stealing the flavor profile, it just adds more depth to the flavor bomb of the Greek chicken Pita! The feta? What could be bettah? Seriously though if you can see this picture you should've seen that they don't skip on the feta either. Again the flavor is ALL the way there but not overpowering. While the texture is almost creamy. Probably with assistance from the sauce but still, it's not overly dry! 10/10 Would recommend & I will be back! Now the facility was spotless, the cleanest "fast food" I've ever seen. The staff? Phenomenonal, personable, kind, attentive to details, and downright superstars that make that place run like clockwork! Wooooo wo weeeee wo!!! If you haven't been here then you've got to go!! Moderate prices, exceptional ingredients, lovely staff, and clean facilities(where the staff actually care like the NW Expressway location in OKC). I'm out, ty for listening to my Ted talk! 🫡“

“What stuck us most about this little gem was the sincere welcome, the interesting menu and the way we felt absolutely embraced.“

“Came here for Monday lunch. Food was good but not amazing. But the service was very slow. Ordered the standard lunch prefix menu (app, main, dessert) and ended up spending almost 2 hours, mostly in waiting, not what I would expect from lunches.“

“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.“

“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“

“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.“

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

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