36 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Lakewood

“We went last night for our first time. Absolutely delicious. Fresh perfectly seasoned and very generous servings. Service was provided with a friendly smile. We will be regulars for sure. Go support this great local business. Your stomach will thank you!“

“So far, I’ve had the gyro, a falafel wrap, and grape leaves, all were soooo good! The friendly service just ‘ups’ my opinion, I know I’ll be back to try other eats!!“

“I order the pizzas and gyros which are always fresh and delicious. All the fresh prepped veggie toppings make the pizzas irresistable. Eating in is always a good relaxing experience with large private booths and ample entertainment on the TV screens. All this combined with great low prices and an always welcoming staff compel me to give it an overall 5-star rating in all categories.“

“We had a party of 7 and lizzy was our waitress. She did an excellent job serving us with it only being her 3rd day on the job.“

“Best spinach pie in NEO. Truly exceptional; fresh and heavy with spinach. An exceptional value at $4. The zatar bread is also excellent. I’m grateful for the plant based options.“

“Good food and service! Thanks Adele!“

“Kataplnktiko mpravo George“

“Literally the best style and best tasting shawarma I have ever had. The meat is perfectly marinated , perfectly cooked , and the flavor profiles of each sandwhich are top tier . This is my new favorite spot and will be coming weekly, if not daily. Much better than assads !“

“Wow rarely do I feel as strong as I do now to leave a review unprompted, but this place is SO GOOD. I popped in randomly because I was in the shopping complex and have been meaning to try - I am so glad I did! We got beef and chicken quesadillas, a cup of their chicken noodle soup, brownie and a smoothie. Everything was incredible and actually tasted like real, fresh food. I was definitely hungry, but everything reallyy hit the spot today.

I also have to mention the owner is super nice! We chatted a little and from the moment I walked in he made me feel welcome. It felt very much like a family joint where he cares to know his customers as opposed to a standard fast food type place.

Overall, I’m incredibly impressed and can’t wait to go back. Cleveland needs more places like this.“

“They are the oldest and most authentic Mediterranean cuisine in Ohio which speaks for itself a staple of greater Cleveland. thank you for your services. great employees! great food great atmosphere where you can't get it anywhere else. over 38 years in the business!!!!“

“Great brunch and Middle-Eastern food. Awesome, friendly staff.“

“Delicious! will definitely be back‼️“

“First visit, absolutely a perfect visit, gentleman that prepared my meals was terrific, told me ingredients and suggested sauce , whole team was friendly and that quick I’m already thinking of when I’ll go back, I tried almost all the extras, all fresh tasty and filling and all at a fair price, please thank crew , what a great feeling, why didn’t I go sooner, time to catch up“

“Great food and a good variety on their menu. The atmosphere is unique and the people that work at the Westgate store are wonderful. Definitely going back there again!!“

“Wonderful food very tasty.“

“Great food and amazing mix grill everything must try it everyone 🔝“

“Mezza is highly recommended. We’ve been going there for years. They have the best huge Gyros and now we’re into getting the soup. Chicken Paprikash is the best we’ve tasted. Service and owners are the best!“

“Bagley Grill has excellent food good prices friendly customers and most definitely friendly staff including the three owners I would most definitely recommend it to Everyone try it you’ll love it“

“Best authentic food and great customer service“

“Also thankful of the ways a plan was made to minimize the damage for people. the patience was astounding. And also taught lesson and stuff along the way through conflict and issues. even tho they didn't have to. but don't expect them too. much love and prosperous was to Luxe. I understand why what happened. alot of it knowing everyone is ok. And not being mad at the situations that played.. Thank your staff for not feeling right but making right!!“

““This would be considered an excellent restaurant in Spain.” “The best tres leches cake I’ve ever had.” These are direct quotes from our Spanish exchange student. She was missing the foods from her home, and a true Spanish restaurant is hard to find. A friend said he heard about Sangria Y Tapas so we immediately changed our plans and headed to Westlake. She smiled the entire time we were there and spoke Spanish with the owner a mile a minute. She said it did her heart good and the food was truly Spanish. The service was spectacular! We will definitely be crossing over to the west side to visit this fabulous establishment again!“

“We took our son for his 18th birthday and they really made it special! The food was fantastic! Our server was impeccable and birthday message and puff pastries was the perfect touch! Thank you for such an amazing experience!“

“What an amazing place!!! Everyone was so friendly and wonderful. And the food was phenomenal!“

“Delicious food and Excellent service“

“I usually visit reef al Yemen restaurant twice a week .I liked the smkoed haneeth and everything there dilcious , and when you finish eating don’t forget to drink adeni tea and for the dessert take honey comb , also the service is good and thanks to the cook moe and Khaled“

“I LOVE this family owned business in Ohio City! The young lady at the counter encouraged me to try their baba (because I really hate it everywhere else I’ve had it) and it was INCREDIBLE. Everything on this menu is fresh, flavorful and intentional - there’s no way to go wrong.“

“Aladdin’s Baking Co was disappointing overall. The biggest issue was the cheese — it appears to be mozzarella-style substitute rather than real cheese, yet the prices are premium. For what they charge, the quality should match. Service was also just okay and didn’t make up for the food quality. There’s potential here, but better ingredients and more reasonable pricing would make a big difference.“

“Jacob’s Oasis at the West Side Market in Cleveland is a great spot to grab something tasty while walking around the market. It’s one of those stands you might walk past at first, but once you stop and try the food, you’ll be glad you did.
They mainly serve Middle Eastern food, and everything tastes fresh and homemade. The hummus is really good and comes in different flavors, and it’s perfect with their soft pita bread. They also have things like grape leaves, salads, and other small dishes that are great if you want something light but filling. It’s not heavy food, which makes it ideal when you’re already eating your way through the market.
What makes Jacob’s Oasis nice is how easy and relaxed it feels. You can just walk up, order quickly, and enjoy your food without any fuss. The staff is friendly and helpful, especially if you’re not sure what to choose. They’re happy to explain things or give suggestions.
The stand itself has a cozy, welcoming vibe, and it fits perfectly into the busy and lively atmosphere of the West Side Market. It’s a good place to take a short break, eat something flavorful, and then continue exploring.
Overall, Jacob’s Oasis is a solid choice if you like fresh, simple food with a lot of flavor. It’s not fancy, but it doesn’t need to be. Just good food, good vibes, and a nice stop during your visit to the market.“

“Love, Love, Love Carlitta and this amazing little cafe. She is awesome at what she does and offers such a good variety. I always love seeing her when I go in. She always goes the extra mile for her customers and is a local favorite. Her pho is better than any Asian restaurant in town, with the best ingredients and flavor. We love ordering the bone broth to take home. Also be sure to try the Bison meatballs, coffees and desserts... not to mention the variety of goods she sells in the shop. This is a very unique and wonderful spot. You won't be sorry when you visit.“

“I have frequented many Aladdin’s but I had to leave a positive review for the exceptional service I received Friday evening. I was in a rush to the airport and our waitress got our food in very quickly, and was very attentive. I would highly recommend this place as a stop for a healthy lunch or dinner before a flight out of Cleveland Hopkins.“

“Falafel was top notch! 👌 Exquisite! 10/10 recommend! Our server was so kind and helpful and the atmosphere was beautiful and welcoming. Couscous tasted delicious, lamb was good, no complaints. All around great first experience. Will definitely be back. Thank you.“

“I can now understand what all of the hype is about it. Believe it. Probably one of the best gyros I’ve ever had.“

“I’ve had breakfast at Claudette’s many times. The food was delicious and perfectly cooked to order. I highly recommend Claudette’s to everyone looking for good food, prompt service, and affordable prices.“

“Our server was excellent. I would recommend increasing the lighting at the tables, to read the menu we had to use our phone . The good was good but prices are a bit much .“

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“Tried the friday perch fish fry and im not one to complain but the fish was so gross it was very dense not fluffy fish and had a very weird taste to it maybe it was bad fish or it was breading but me and my husband both thought the fish wasn't good at all.“