50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Stafford

“Last Saturday, on her way home from a long stay in hospital, mother wanted Cava for lunch. Thanks to your kind and patient staff, we progressed through the service line seamlessly, even in mother's weak and confused state. The elderly gentleman is so funny. It was the first time we have seen mother smile in six months. Kindly Thankful, Nadeen“

“Very good and fresh food in houston“

“I've been coming here for over a year. The food taste good and the staff is very friendly and courteous. In my opinion they have the best tasting falafel which is I always get falafel when I go. I'm a repeat customer for a reason.“

“Ran into this shop today; we’d never seen a Doner&Gyros so decided to stop. The owner was very nice and walked us through the offerings on the menu. We ordered a beef/lamb Gyro and a beef/lamb classic wrap. Our food was quite delicious and everything is very fresh! I’ve never had such a crunchy onion ring before…yum!“

“Crème Brûlée French Toast 😋“

“Great food and the vast array of choices was superb!!!“

“Great place to have food or a quick drink.“

“First off, I came 5 min before closing & I was still greeted by Tiffani & Kaylyn with unmatched energy. Then I met Jennifer who prepared my food with extra care & even taught me a pro tip for the next time I come. I highly recommend this Cava over any other locations I’ve went to because the customer service here, the vibes, & the professionalism were the best I’ve ever experienced. When you come, ask for Jennifer.. she will definitely take care of you! I personally think she deserves a promotion. 1000/10“

“Great food, nice environment.“

“I would rate them 10 stars if I could! On point, every time!“

“After seeing Craft Pita featured on the local Houston show, I knew I had to give it a try! I came the very next day and was not disappointed! Everything we tried was wonderful from the Mint Lemonade, Lebanese wine, falafel, brownie, and iced Arabic coffee. Definitely a 5 star experience!“

“The best mashawi i’ve tried 😍❤️“

“Service and excellent food!!“

“My family and I tried this restaurant for the first time. The food was delicious, and the amount of food was many and varied. Desserts were amazing, especially the kunafa. the place was clean We enjoyed sitting outside.“

“Stopped in today as I do often to get the gyro plate to go. The food is so good and is Plentiful comes with bread and salad. I also like the variety of teas.“

“I’ve been here twice already and this is my spot!! A NEW favorite spot. My lunch. POW! This salmon dish is soooooo good…and then you place it on this yummy rice. BOOM! POW!! Love this pesto pasta too. 😎🤘 Service is great. Every time we go - everyone’s super nice. Keep it up y’all! The vibe of the restaurant is great. Always neat and if you need anything. It’s out there for you. Great spot y’all. I’ll be back soon.“

“Droubi's is the oldest Mediterranean place in houston from the 70's. I've been a customer since middle school & I am 42 today. It's Delicious, Authentic, & ALWAYS Affordable! Over 50 years and the same gentleman that owns Droubi's still runs it with his wife. Hats off & respect to both of them.“

“Nice customer service! ♾️🔐“

“I can't say enough good things about this restaurant! Amazing food, very nice people, good prices... just overall so so good!“

“the food was delicious! fresh homemade! the best taste 😋! highly recommend!! we loved 😍“

“Great venue for private events serving amazing variety food, live music, and DJ. Artisticly presented, Vegas Style, buffet with excellent quality food.

Sound needs attention/ overhaul. Music was too Loud & Confused, distorting the overloaded drivers and/or insufficient Amplifiers to drive speakers. Should add separate Subs & Amps to handle the low frequencies & Refocusing some of the drivers may smooth higher frequencies & prevent clash.

Facility is extra clean and Highly recommend for engagements, weddings, and other events. It's a well appointed venue complemented with organized staff providing great service. Plenty of parking around the structure. Many Thanks 👍“

“I used to go to Halal Guys until I discovered this Gyro Republic. The food is superior, the service is excellent, and the price is unmatched for the serving sizes. Bill is the best and he even remembered me from my last visit. Give yourself a memorable break and go to this restaurant TODAY!“

“Food and customer service was top tier!!! I honestly cannot describe how great this was! First time visiting on a business trip but I will be back!“

“Nice romantic place for Lebanese/Mediterranean food. The food and drinks were good. I really enjoyed the Falafel, Phoenician fries & the Hummus. They were quite flavorful & fresh. I was not a fan of the Semolina Gnocchi. In my opinion, it was lacking flavor & spice. I did explain this to the waiter & they offered to replace it with another dish to my liking. We were very full & the dish was comped. Excellent service. The ambiance is excelled as well. Very romantic atmosphere. I definitely recommend for date night like for me and David Salazar .Sonia Parisa AlihossiniAri AlihossiniParisa Alihossini“

“the gotta biryani was the best“

“We’ve been looking for a Shawarma place since we moved to Houston and we found our go to!! Every food they served us was delicious. The Baba Ganoush, hummus, eggplant and of course chicken and beef. Oh and the falafel and sides. Thank you!“

“Kelly was an AMAZING help to us! She took the time to show me and my fiancé every item since it was our first time there. What an amazing experience it was! We would definitely recommend this place to everyone!

Hey Fiancé here! We absolutely loved our experience with Kelly. She went above and beyond to make sure our first experience was one to always remember. Also the food was delicious. It was fresh, and very fulfilling yet light on our stomachs! If we didn’t have to pay for a wedding I’m sure we’ll be here every day lol. God bless“

“Great atmosphere and the flavors are solid, but don’t expect a traditional Japanese experience. The selection is fairly limited, leaning heavily toward cooked American-style rolls rather than authentic sushi. It’s a fun spot if you’re craving fusion, but a heads-up to the management: the website menu is outdated. The prices in-house are higher than what's listed online, which was a bit of a disappointing surprise.“

“Amazing service. Mouth watering. Must try“

“Fresh. Made to order. Fast service. I got the Beef Kifta Kabob with small side of greek salad. Kabob was super flavorful and grilled to order and came on top of a pita with grilled onions and tomatoes. The salad was chilled and refreshing. This place always satisfies!“

“I really love this restaurant from the awesome service to the beautiful delicious food. Celebrated a birthday there last night and the food was awesome as well as the service. We will be back again! Love the lamb hummus and the kebabs. My friends enjoyed the restaurant and loved the food. Thank you again!“

“As a decorator it takes a lot to rate a place but this one through out the process I noticed their service. Their management. Their cleanliness. And most of all the friendliness. 5atars“

“Excellent food with amazing quantity and ambiance!!! Highly recommend 👍🏻“

“Great food and atmosphere. Highly recommend“

“Absolutely fantastic food!“

“Nothing to not like about the experience. Good food. Relaxed atmosphere. Great selections. Huge portions. Budget friendly.“

“El día de hoy fuimos a comprar comida para llevar chicken shawarma 💯 lo recomiendo está riquísimo ✨“

“delicious cousine. Fast and tasty.“

“You must try the food here super delicious and very tasty 😋“

“Wow! Such delicious and juicy food 😋 paired with yummy Turkish dessert and tea ☕️ The hospitality was just amazing! Definitely a great place for families to visit and enjoy together ❤️“

“Excellent service and delicious food“

“In the Village for the afternoon and randomly picked this restaurant for lunch. Was a beautiful day and we were seated at there covered outdoor patio. Greeted by an extremely helpful and knowledgeable waiter. Took his time to help us with the menu as this was our first time there. Hummus is home made fresh and excellent. Had a delicious Turkish pizza and can highly recommend the Doner Kebab plate. Can’t wait to return and explore more items on the menu. Exceptional service and food. Highly recommend. 🧿“

“I have been going to Arpi’s many times over the past few years. It’s one of my favorite spots in Houston and I’ve recommended it and taken many friends and family there. My favorite plate by far is the lamb shawarma plate with the mujaddara and either the roasted cauliflower or the roasted eggplant.

Now that I understand the menu, ordering isn’t intimidating. But at the beginning it definitely was. When I bring friends, they often have me order for them. I recognize that it’s usually the same faces behind the counter (which is nice that they’ve had the same employees for years), but they don’t always seem very inviting when it comes to helping customers choose food.

If you’re new and want to walk down the line to look at the dishes before deciding, it can feel like you’re being rushed. It seems like they expect you to order right at the front of the counter before you’ve had a chance to see the full display. Sometimes when I want to take an extra 30 seconds to look, I get the feeling that they’d rather you hurry up.

Also, lately there hasn’t been pita bread out unless you ask for it.

The last two times I visited, they also didn’t have any fountain drinks available. I had to pick from their limited bottled options. I like diet drinks and they did not have any diet bottled drinks. Hopefully that’s been fixed.

I had a baby in 2024, and coming here with a child has made me notice a few other things. The high chairs are usually hidden in the back and there are only a couple of them. The straps are sticky and loose, so they don’t really secure a baby well. When I ask for one, it sometimes feels like I’m inconveniencing the staff. If they were just out in the open, I’d happily grab one myself.

Just a quick note for others: their patio is not dog friendly. I called recently because a friend visiting me wanted to bring her small dog, and they said no. I mention it because some websites list them as dog friendly. I’ve even seen dogs tied to their patio chairs before, so maybe the policy changed.

My last two visits were also a little disappointing food-wise. One plate had a lot of rice and potatoes but very little meat -- just a few slivers -- which hadn’t been my experience before. It was also heavily covered in what I believe was sumac. It might be nice if they asked before adding a lot of it, since I usually share food with my baby and she doesn’t love that flavor on it's own.

Another time they accidentally gave me beef shawarma when I had ordered lamb. I realized after I had already started eating it and didn’t have the energy to go back to the counter and say anything.

That said, I still enjoy Arpi’s and the food overall. I just wish the atmosphere felt a little more welcoming and that the experience had stayed as consistent as it used to be.“

“I was out dashing really late at night, pregnant and with my 5 yr old son! I was having troubles transferring money over to pay and they told me next time and served me anyways! They are absolutely amazing and the food made my son and I want to dance! The chicken Shawarma, fries and side of peppers and veggies were delightful and everything was served beautifully! The smoky taste of the shawarma and the sauce was the best! Thank you guys so much you don’t know how much that meant to me“

“I strongly recommend food is good and tasty now they started suger can fresh juice which is very tempting in hot weather“

“Wonderful wraps, very fresh and flavorful.“

“I really like the atmosphere, good coffee, and nice interior. This is a good place to study or chill with friends. The foods were all tasty and worthwhile. If you’re up for a fresh place with beautiful architecture then this is a must to visit.“

“I've come here several times and everytime they mess up my order.I don't know if it's because I ask for a military discount ( which they have) or something else but the service I received is less than the other patrons that come here.“

“Love the food here I ate there and been hooked every since everyone needs to try this place out!!!!!“

“Where do I begin... well, in the mid 90's I lived in Houston and loved it! I happened upon Garson restaurant and was amazed by the atmosphere, and the cuisine is unbelievably delicious. It was (and still is) one of my top restaurants in Houston! The service is spot on with just the right amount of attention and always cordial and polite. The feta, basil, and bread are delectable. EVERYTHING I have ever ordered, I have LOVED. I return to Houston once or twice a year, and I have always dined at Garson, and I always will. Well done, Garson restaurant! You have won this Dallas guy as a lifetime customer! Update: December 2023 Every chance I get, I visit my favorite restaurant people, food and atmosphere. I love the snapper and the appetizers of basil, feta, and the most wonderful bread. The pistachio ice cream and Turkish coffee is the bow on the package! Thank you, Garson restaurant! Until I see you again... cheers! --------- Update Nov 2024 Just visited my all-time favorite restaurant in Houston that I visit every time I make my way from Dallas... and oh, how it's worth it! Our wait staff was on point, and the food was as scrumptious as I was anticipating the whole day. Always a pleasure! ____________________________________________ Update: August 2025 - Just visited Houston and ate ate my favorite... Garson! GREAT to see Obidio and experience the world class chef whose been at Garson for over 30 years... NOTHING SHORT OF AMAZING!!!“