50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Portland

“We sat at the bar and loved the atmosphere… service was superb (thank you Nick) and the food delicious“

“We ordered the fried chicken, summer salad, hummus with burnt beef tips and the corn ribs. Everything was unbelievably delicious. The summer salad in particular was refreshing and different. I can not recommend this place enough.“

“Oh wow. I read reviews about this place online so we made a visit when we first arrived in Portland tonight. There was only seating at the bar and that was fine as it was last minute and this place was booked up. The service was great, the drinks just perfect and the food - excellent! My husband was skeptical at first but the more he ate, the happier he was! The heirloom tomato dish with one of the foccacias is a must! We combined the prawns with a tagliatelle- delicious. The cocktails were well crafted and tasty. We will be back!“

“Excellent food and service! A fun pre-Timbers match vibe and the place was hopping!“

“Tusk is great. Especially for a nice date night. The food is exquisite and the service is AMAZING.“

“Sincerely impressed, I will recommend to anyone visiting“

“I tired them on a hunt on door dash to try something new! so glad I did! I've had the doner wrap, fries, an pita strips w/ hummus! I absolutely LOVE everything. I'd recommend this place to anyone. I can only imagine how good it is ordering in. try it! you'll love it.“

“We each had a combo plate, which were very large, we could have easily share one and gotten some appetizers. The bread was so good- it was as if foccassia and pita /or Naan bread had a baby. The link sausages and their special Chevapi had such great flavor. You can really taste the mix of regional cultures in the food. it made me look up more about the region because I had no idea of the flavorful influences. Highly recommend!“

“Such great food and service!! Very accommodating for large orders as well.“

“Excellent food and drinks!“

“Delicious food, hearty portions and the owner and chef was delightful. It’s definitely worth the trip downtown.“

“Their lamb Shawarma seasoned with, I believe, cardamom and other things, was the most astonishingly delicious meat I've ever eaten in my life. And it's in a very nice part of town!“

“Houston native, visiting Portland for the second time. Last time we came, we passed by Awafi and didn’t get to try it! This time, we got to chat with Ali, who was very kind and shared that he runs the cart alone, and we finally got to try the kofta and chicken saj. Both were delicious and reflected Iraqi cuisine beautifully. We will be back!“

“Nicholas’ did a fabulous job providing food for an event I am at. Everything was wonderful!“

“Such a nice person running the cart!
The food was genuinely incredible, so perfect. The bread was so fluffy and warm, almost pillowy. The meat was perfect and seasoned so well, and the combo of all the sauces was great. The baklava was incredible too!! Not too sweet but still delicious. Highly recommend!“

“Very nice family friendly place with with lots of good food“

“This is my go-to place for high-quality, authentic halal food with beautiful Mediterranean flavors. I've tried almost everything on the menu, and it's all delicious! My favorites are the shawarma (in wraps, over rice, or with salad) and the falafel. Highly recommend for anyone looking for great food.“

“Amazing service and delicious food!“

“We visited Can Font on New Year’s Eve. The restaurant is beautiful inside. The food was authentic Spanish food and offered many options. Everything we ordered was delicious: Paella negra, Patatas bravas, Beet salad, Grilled octopus and delicious desserts such as cheesecake, arroz con leche and chocolate cake. My only suggestion is that they widen their beer selection to include Spanish brands like Estrella de Galicia, Mahou, Ambar (to name a few). Lastly, the service was not as good, maybe because it was a busy night, but I feel they should have foreseen this and planned accordingly. Will definitely return.“

“I don't even know how to put into words how amazing the food is here. This is by far the best gyro in Portland – probably in the entire Northwest. It's exploding with flavor, insanely delicious, and the portion size is excellent – they do not skimp. The price is VERY reasonable and the service is excellent and very friendly as well. The recent revamp into Midtown Beer Garden also turned this into a wonderful, cozy place to enjoy your food. Cannot recommend more highly.“

“Best chicken in Portland. Order extra sauce! Yumm!“

“they make the best burgers and they are very friendly 😉“

“Hands down best shawarma wrap around. Guy and his son run the food cart and both are super nice and make the food good EVERY single time. I don’t go anywhere else at Cartside when I come to eat. Don’t get me wrong the other spots are good, but this spot is just top tier. Be sure to ask for the pomegranate molasses in your wrap, this is one of the few spots that has it and will add it for you. Always makes me smile when I get this food. A must try!“

“We were staying by at a nearby hotel and came across this restaurant for breakfast. The owner (I believe) was SO friendly and welcoming that it made us want to come back every day. The food was also delicious and tasted flavourful which made the overall experience a 5/5. Highly recommend.“

“Honestly one of the best gyros I've ever had. Good sauce balance, well seasoned beef and lamb, great portions and very filling. The seasoned fries won't blow your mind but they round out an excellent gyro. Will definitely be coming back for more!“

“Turkish coffee was it for me. Friendly staff, good service and great food. I'll go there again and send other's to enjoy.“

“Amazingly delicious food! Pizza was unbelievably good and unique. Roman and his crew were so genuine and accommodating. The cheese pie was perfect for the kids and the jalepeno pineapple, mushroom sausage and even dessert pizza... All excellent. Will definitely be a new favorite on our list!“

“Amazing service and delicious food!“

“The best gyro I've ever eaten! I had the chicken, it was seasoned well and a little charred. The dolmas were perfect! The hummus was silky and delicious. The tzaziki was fresh and tangy. So good, you might do a little dance! Also, the price was absolutely worth the portion size. Honestly, wish I could eat this everyday! Chef kiss!“

“picked up some hummus today from the farmers market. best hummus ever!“

“My friend told me about Moonlight Grill and she knows her food, so I was intrigued. Very soon after, we went for dinner. I'm writing this review upon my second visit , 4 days later...lol...it was that good. The food is so yummy. Their warm hospitality and friendly attentive service makes the experience even better. I am grateful to have a new spot to enjoy. I'm a fan. 🤎“

“We had wanted to try this place out for months. Finally the stars aligned and we stopped by and ordered some lunch. 2 lamb gyros and a side of basmati rice. We were not disappointed. The service was quick and the food great. We will be stopping there again.“

“Awesome falafel 🥙 Awesome rice Awesome salad 🥗 Very decent price 👍🏼“

“Great good - nice staff - reasonable prices!“

“Best Gyros I’ve ever had. Would highly recommend. Quality ingredients, masterfully crafted! We make a point of stopping in every time we visit Portland!“

“Super tasty grub at good prices.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Gyro Bistro, located in SE Portland's new WonderLove, featuring a three-story bar and food cart pod, is a true gem! From the moment you arrive, the welcoming atmosphere and friendly food cart staff set the tone for a fantastic dining experience.

The gyros are absolutely phenomenal, but don't miss out on the baba ghanoush and grape leaves – they are simply to die for! The baba ghanoush is creamy and flavorful, while the grape leaves are perfectly seasoned and tender.

The food is fresh, delicious, and generously portioned. With reasonable prices and top-notch service, Gyro Bistro is a must-visit.

Highly recommended for anyone strolling through SE Portland down the road from OMSI!“

“5 STARs hands down the best Mediterranean food in Portland“

“Just dropped in for the first time. Got the lamb mezza platter. Amazing! The tabbouleh is wonderfully herbaceous, the falafel is produced in-house and fantastic! Every bite was a wonderful experience of flavor and texture! Full, and very, very, very satisfied. Can't wait for a return visit!“

“Great food“

“The best of the best“

“The last time my wife and I ordered from Gyro House, I wasn't even writing for Yelp yet, meaning I shamefully didn't give this place the incredible praise that it deserves. There is no shortage of Mediterranean food options in Portland, from restaurants to street carts, but this one stands out among most of the rest, for several reasons, all of which I was reminded this last weekend. Here's the short list:

* Easily the best babaghanooj I've had anywhere. No contest. There's an "edge" to it that is not easily described - spiced by not spicy. Trust me on this one.

* Non-awful falafels; these ones are actually soft and moist, and not the hard, dry kind you get elsewhere.

* Kafta kabobs that are grilled perfectly, giving it that rugged, savory char flavor.

* Flavorful tzatziki drizzled in correct proportion, without making everything soggy.

* Fantastically tart, mouth-tingling hummus that has you coming back for more, again and again!

In fact, the only point on which I would knock them is the sadly deficient number of included pita bread pieces: two is simply not enough for a two-person vegetarian mezza platter!

Out of all the tzatziki-slingers in the area, Gyro House is the best for a quick, grab-and-go Mediterranean meal that competes, and defeats, just about every other competitor. I could eat this five days in a row and not get tired of it...and I am sorely tempted to head back there again tonight! Lord help me!

Parking: Small attached lot.“

“Israeli style food, pizza,sandwiches, beverages, soup/side of rustic bread is always excellent!

Vegetarian options: Yes salads, great grilled cheese sandwiches and much more. Dairy kitchen. Tuesday nights, fabulous dinners (meat).

Dietary restrictions: Strictly Kosher“

“One of my favorites in Metro area since I moved here. Very professional and friendly people. I really do like their foods. Had a great experience ! They have delicious gyros (I love their lamb gyro). The tabouli is amazing as well! Also they have delicious Hummus that I love. If you want to try the Mediterranean food such as gyro , felafel, hummus, and other stuff, do not miss this place!“

“Everything is extremely fresh! I had the lamb gyro plate and my wife had the Greek salad with chicken. Very generous portions of rice and lamb. The Tzatziki was excellent. Ample seating at high top bar-style window seats, half table/ half booth and three round four top tables. I could get addidicted to this place!“

“Best gyro in town! The lamb is so amazing. Brought a friend from out of town and she said it was the best she’s ever had. 😋“

“One of the best Lamb Gyros I’ve ever had! Went on a stormy Tuesday afternoon so there really wasn’t a wait, the guy was polite and my food came out very quickly. All the ingredients tasted super crisp and fresh, and it was Loaded with lamb (I actually took a piece out at the end but that’s my preference lol, definitely not a bad thing at all). My sister got a Chicken Gyro and it tasted just as good, the chicken wasn’t dry and was well seasoned. I look forward to going again next time I’m near the carts.“

“Of all the food carts on 3rd that sell falafel this one is my favorite. It's the cheapest by a couple bucks and it's very filling. I've eaten there three times this week. My favorite thing to do is grab a falafel wrap and walk down to pioneer courthouse square and eat it. I ask for extra sauce though because the first one was a little dry.“