50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Ottawa

“I was craving shawarma and found this place on my way home from work. I'm new to Ottawa and my shawarma standards are high because my hometown has amazing shawarma that no other spots have come close to and I've tried many places already in Ottawa. Let me tell you, this place DID NOT DISSAPOINT! Amazing shawarma every bit of it! I will definitely be returning. The best I've had in Ottawa by FAR!“

“The chicken shawarma at Mr. Fez is outstanding. I went back two nights in a row. Noor is a nice guy! Highly recommend.“

“We had a great experience with our online order of 2 chicken grills. The food was ready to be picked up about 30 minutes after the order. The chicken grills were plentiful and absolutely delicious. A great experience!“

“Yesterday we went to this restaurant for the first time and I loved it. The guy serving was so polite and the food was amazing! So my husband and I decided to go back today and try it again. Wow what a different experience. I felt rushed even though we were early and there was nobody in line behind us directly. The one server was just berating the other server speaking in Arabic while he made our sandwiches. Seemed annoyed I didn’t want a drink with my meal. Seemed to just be rushing and not caring about us. Yesterday we were asked if we wanted sauce, today we had to ask for it on our own. Just not the same experience at all today. Shawarma is really good but if I’m going to feel like this at the place I will go somewhere else to spend money. Service is important. Thanks for making me feel unimportant.

Update: I went again today to try the shawarma and see if they would be better. The guy who served me was very nice and polite. The chicken here is superior to anywhere else in the city. So good! I still got a bit of a vibe from the other guy. Just a bit off but Wtvr. I will come back for the quality of the chicken.“

“Best shawarma in Ottawa. I recommend also fries and chicken with special sauce on top.“

“Wonderful food! The chef was very welcoming and also the atmosphere. The place is very clean and everyone is super nice!
We ordered a variety of food and absolutely loved every single one of them ... We got the grape leaves (dolmades) and I highly recommend them as a side dish! Comes with pita and they are very tasty!“

“If you’re looking for the best shawarma in town, this is the spot. Highly recommend it to anyone who loves great food and great vibes! The food portion is absolutely incredible!“

“Lovely Greek Style cuisine.“

“What a great place. Amazing food for a night out with friends or a romantic night with your partner. Hasn’t disappointed me yet. Everything comes in warm and ready to eat. The feta with fries is amazing and chicken skewers are top. I do miss their turnip salad but they removed that unfortunately.“

“Great plates and a very big heart 🤗“

“This is the best OG shawarma place in Ottawa known them for 20 years and still the best spot in Ottawa owner's and staff best service and food ever will never change even if we try other places thanks too the best staff Maarouf saad and family !! Happy new year!!“

“The Fattoush is amazing but unfortunately since our return to work the portions for the fattoush salad are much smaller and for the price of almost $15 it’s difficult to justify. Prior to the pandemic the fattoush portion used to be worth while. I know prices are climbing in everything but dissapointed in the portion size.“

“Tried the poutine and it was super delicious!! I did have to wait a few minutes as it was still a bit early when I got there, but it was definitely worth it! (I may have gotten too much of the sweet sauce though. Not my taste but still really yummy!!)
Hussain was very helpful and nice, the service was very lovely :) would for sure come back“

“Great place! I especially like the minced beef kebob. All good people there. Marcel works hard and makes excellent daily specials. Joe (Nasser) is very friendly and funny. Thanks again for the book guys ;) (The Golden Mean). I highly recommend this place and I hope to be back soon.“

“Great service, friendly staff, best chicken shawarma I’ve had in a long time, loaded with chicken and fresh ingredients. Great price and value for money!“

“Awesome! Came in from out of town and looking for lunch. Not really familiar with the food, but the guy working was super helpful. What an incredible meal from a food court. The garlic sauce was amazing, the meat was delicious and everything was very fresh. You can not go wrong giving this place a try.“

“I was sad when this place replaced the Oka’s that used to be here as it was my favourite shawarma spot, but I’ve got to say I’ve been here a number of times now and it’s carrying the torch quite well. Solid wraps and poutines for sure.“

“Great venue, good location; commitment to quality of food, food sourcing and service make this one of the best places in Westboro if not Ottawa. The ambiance is subdued, classy and classic with a clear inspiration from the art deco. I wish it were quieter but the company is always impressed when we go. Keep up the good work!“

“Great customer service! They let me try a sauce before I got the wrap just to make sure that it wasn’t too spicy for me (a person with no spice tolerance..). It was unfortunately too spicy, the guy then offered me water to help.

Food was delicious!“

“Service was quick friendly. By far the best Sharwarma plate I had in a long time. The rice and potatoes were tender and tasty. The chicken (Oh my God!), best ever, tasty tender. The dressing on the salad and the hummus WOW! When I got home i started eating directly from the box, standing up at the counter, it was so good I didn't take the time to sit at the table.“

“We enjoyed our dining experience very much! The ambiance and service was fantastic! The food was fresh and delicious with excellent size portions! Highly recommend!“

“The meat and cheese pies are to die for! Been going here since they opened up, and is our go to place whenever we need our lebanese meat pie fix. A trick is coming first thing early morning and they are super fresh. They are very friendly and always smiling when working. I've been to other meat pie stores and this is the best quantity and quality of pies in Ottawa region.

I have had a shawarma poutine in the shawarma side of the store and they are good as well!“

“I'm a regular visitor to Ottawa Shawarma on Clyde Avenue, Merivale. Their shawarmas are the real deal - great taste, excellent quality and service is impeccable! Special shoutout to Koder and Mojo for speedy and friendly customer service. The ambience is always vibrant with upbeat music and interiors are spick and span with ample seating options and clean washrooms. The latest edition - Crispy Saj at just $13.99 for a combo is great value for money and the shawarma itself is super crispy on the outside, brimming with juiciness on the inside. This place is worth visiting on repeat - even if you stay miles away like me!“

“I've been eatting Greeks to go since 2006. I've moved acrossed the country and I crave them so much. They have remembered me and when I come back to Ottawa, they are very accommodating. Every single time I go back, I HAVE to have their delicious food. If you want to try, mouth water food, eat here. Want great serve, eat here. Want a meal you won't forget, EAT HERE..... Mmmmmmm, now I wish I was there, trust me, its that good.“

“We had such a great time here! I came for my birthday wanting a dim, fancy dinner vibe and this place didn't disappoint! We loved the atmosphere. The food was great and what's best is it was Halal so me and my friends weren't limited to anything. And shoutout to our server Jenny who was the sweetest person to us and made the experience so nice. Definitely would come again“

“Certainly amongst the best Turquish restaurant in Ottawa even if the place is modest and simple but greatly clean, well ordered and with owner couple top class. Menu with a large amount of different delicious choices. The review made by Ottawa Citizen one month after their opening is still very actual and totally worth the large amount of kudos received. Bravo to the very gentle owner's couple. The food is great and reminded us our meal taken in Kusadasi few years ago. We are going to use this spot on a very regular basis for sure.“

“Went there for Sunday brunch with some friend. delicious! It is busy, so you can't stay their too long to mingle. that's the only negative part.“

“The best Chicken Shawarma in Ottawa. And the platter is a huge serving! And thank you for letting me taste your lentil soup….it was delicious!“

“Food atmosphere and services were awesome during my visit from Toronto to Ottawa When I was eating my kofta sandwich I was thinking that I m eating it in ain diyab so nice and delicious Omar is a great server I m thinking to return back there when I will go to Ottawa Thank you guys“

“Good! Tried it tonight with my hubby! Nice young man working gave him a free order of chicken rice for his birthday 🎂 and also my sharwarma was really good and crispy!
First time trying it prices were great for the portion sizes.
I reccomed them if you're in the area and craving 😋“

“Highly recommended best kebob in ottawa smell test like kebob not like other junks.“

“Ordered a chicken shawarma on Ogilvie road, which was delicious and big.“

“As I sat in the booth dying from mild spice, the manager saved my mouth and what little dignity I had left by giving me a helping of napkins and a free bottle of water. Swallowing my pride in between gasps for breathe, I cannot recommend a better Osmow’s than this one. 11/10 will eat there again. Thanks again guys, the girl ended up going home with me at end, couldn’t have done it without you.“

“Jericho is our favourite middle Eastern restaurant. The owner is gracious and welcoming; the decor is a delight - festooned with his own lovely art work, and the food is excellent. Best hummus ever. We make it a point to dine there as often as possible.“

“Great food. Fresh, full of flavour and plentiful. The owners are wonderful.“

“Hey there! We ordered for the first time last nite and everything was great! We both got the Club wrap which was very fresh and tasty:). We also ordered a small roasted potatoes with garlic sauce...so yummy!“

“Super filling and well priced“

“Absolutely fantastic experience!
We ordered two falafel plates and two sandwiches — everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The quality of the food was outstanding, and the portions were generous. What made it even better was the warm, welcoming service. The owner personally came over to check if everything was to our satisfaction, which was a lovely touch. Highly recommended!“

“Zero complaints about this spot. The lineup wasn`t bad at all considering the time at which I went (12:00 PM) and although they didn`t have what I wanted on the menu, they accommodated me. I had a small greek salad with a chicken skewer and tzaziki. The food was fresh, seasoned perfectly and the price was just right.“

“It's a tiny place but they pack a LOT into those takeout containers. I got two platters and it must have weighed 10 pounds. The staff even offered to help load it into my car. Yummy food!

The parking spaces are super tight though.“

“I stopped by Pilos for a weekday lunch, and the entire experience was genuinely enjoyable. The dishes were outstanding—fresh, full of flavor, and cooked beautifully. The serving sizes were more than satisfying, offering excellent value for the quality of the meal.“

“Was amazing but now with the new owners the serving sizes have decreased and prices increased and the flavour is not there. Was my go to as I was addicted but now it is not the same and for me now worth it anymore.“

“انصح به وبشدة مطعم ممتاز وباعلى المقاييس وبشوشين ويرحبون بالزبائن بحرارة I highly recommend it, an excellent restaurant with the highest standards, and they welcome customers warmly“

“Had an amazing Sunday brunch at Mati Ottawa! The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The atmosphere was stylish yet relaxed, and the service was attentive without being intrusive. A perfect spot for a weekend treat — can’t wait to come back!“

“Best falafel Ive ever had. I loved it. Crave-able. Impressed with the portions and how tasty everything was. My husband loves shawarma, and he couldn’t stop saying how delicious it was. The gentleman who served me was polite and funny! I can’t wait to eat there again.“

“I've ordered from this location few times through Uber eates. I wanted to leave a review for the consistency on the orders I've had. This location seems to pay attention to freshness. Which to me far more important than speed. I called the location to give the staff a compliment through a manager however no manager was present but the person I spoke with was professional and wanted to help when I asked for a manager. Food was fresh and warm check, service was professional and accurate check, overall is a 5/5 experience.“

“Alissar Lebanese Cuisine is absolutely outstanding! The food is incredibly fresh, flavorful, and truly authentic—you can taste the quality in every bite. The service is just as amazing: warm, welcoming, and attentive, making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in.

A special shoutout to their chicken salad—hands down one of the best I’ve ever had. Perfectly seasoned, juicy chicken, fresh ingredients, and a balance of flavors that’s simply next level. If you’re looking for real Lebanese cuisine done right, Alissar is a must-try. Highly recommended!“

“Above-par, hard workin' staff that still take a moment to chat you up while mixing 4 shakes and managing the take-out counter. Superhuman Service! Loved my Reuben so much I bought the tshirt in the hopes they'll give me staff rate on my next meal ;) Hearty portions so plenty left to share with a fellow hosteller. 5-Stars, thanks for the comfort food since Winterlude hot chocolates as a kid in the 80s. Best Nostalgia Diner in the City“

“i had 2 junior bowl and kafta combo ,
Honestly i wasn’t expecting that from boustan but they just changed my thoughts about them yesterday.
They have a good customer service and best part is they doesn’t charge you for some stuffs which other restaurants would charge you .they will not say no to you but will let you know gently that it was extra but we are giving you ,so you can let us know next time before you pay
And food were good specially the amount of meat they give it’s fine to be honest ,compared to other places.
And you can hangout with friends here or can bring your family .
I will come again next week for sure“