22 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Arlington

“In recent years there seems to be a proliferation of small-plate Mediterranean restaurants. But Yayla remains as one of the best, reasonably priced originals in northern Virginia. There is a pleasing range of mezzes, salads, entrees hot and cold, flat breads, spreads, etc . I had a Yayla mule, 3 spreads, lemony rice soup and superb shrimp. Friends chose a range of other dishes. I can guarantee whatever you choose, you won’t be disappointed. Everything is flavorful, fresh and beautifully presented. Wait staff and servers are friendly, attentive, knowledgeable and not obtrusive. Don’t miss the nice selection of creative cocktails, wine variety and desserts. Continued success and best wishes for this popular bistro!“

“Turkish food here is fantastic, and the healthy, well-seasoned salads complement the flavors perfectly. The owner is friendly and interactive, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. It was my first time visiting, but I was impressed by the smiles and positive team relationships.“

“The food was fresh and delicious! The service was excellent and the owner came around to talk to us! He was so sweet!! He made us feel like family! I will definitely recommend this lovely establishment to my family and friends! I should have taken more photos, but I forgot- it was as sooo goo!!“

“Excellent service, terrific food!“

“Carlos was the most helpful! It was my first time at Cava and he made the whole experience worth it. I will 100% be coming back! First time but absolutely will not be my last time. Give him a raise ❤ the photo doesn’t do it justice!“

“We had a wonderful breakfast this morning! The Beirut Breakfast, the Rose Water Latte, and Shaksura were all fabulous and the staff was lovely, friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!“

“Here’s a polished review you can post:

Absolutely love this place! The lamb and chicken are always cooked to perfection, the rice is flavorful, the salad is fresh, and the sauce brings everything together perfectly. Every meal is consistently delicious, and the portions are generous for such reasonable prices. It’s hard to find quality, taste, and value all in one place, but this food cart delivers every time. I truly hope they continue maintaining the same standards because they’ve earned a loyal customer.“

“I was in Arlington an hour early for an appointment and I was hungry. I walked into and Ma Sha Allah!!!!“

“The service here we received from the moment we walked in was excellent. Sherman did a great job caring for us the entire night.

We ended up ordering the bottle of Chianti, octopus, lamb special of the day and the black truffle pasta. The black truffle pasta is a must! It was so rich and delicious. The orange caramel flan was also the best way to end the night.

+ there was a live musician playing the entire time and that was simply a great touch.“

“Great food and price! The staff is very professional and friendly!“

“Kufta Kabab is tender with buttery rice and veggies; Chicken Shawarma Sandwich has great pita and goes great with the spicy sauce. I like healthy portions and nutritional variety for good value, and Astor hits the spot. The owners and staff are extremely gracious to create a welcoming atmosphere. They have a lovely patio to hangout. If you live in the neighborhood, it's a no brainier to make this your hangout spot.“

“Food was great, server was cordial and attentive, atmosphere was very nice. One issue was that my food came out quite soon after I received my cocktail. I didn’t have the chance to sit and enjoy my drink. It was warm outside and the ice was melting. Pace the entre with the entire experience.“

“Mezeh in Gaithersburg, Maryland is wonderful. Generous portions, the greatest variety of superb vegetable toppings, and the best falafel. Manager Mayra and employees are friendly, helpful, efficient.“

“Zazzy is one of those places that deserves a lot more attention than it gets. I've been coming here since they first opened, and it's become one of my go-to takeout spots in Arlington.

The food is consistently excellent, but what really stands out is the value. The portions are absolutely massive for the price. The chicken pita is my usual order, and their salads are so large that two people could easily share one and leave satisfied.

Over the years, I've worked my way through almost the entire menu, and I've yet to find something I wouldn't order again. While I'm not personally a huge fan of their version of hummus, that's more of a personal preference than a criticism. Everything else I've tried has been fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned.

Zazzy is tucked away in a location that's easy to miss, which is a shame because it truly is a neighborhood gem. Arlington has plenty of dining options, but few places offer this combination of quality, consistency, and value. I sincerely hope they're around for many years to come because I'll definitely keep coming bac“

“Mezeh in Gaithersburg, Maryland is wonderful. Generous portions, the greatest variety of superb vegetable toppings, and the best falafel. Manager Mayra and employees are friendly, helpful, efficient.“

“i thought I cooked good basmati rice. The rice I had there today kicked my rices butt!“

“This restaurant was recommended by a good friend who is Lebanese-American. Having lived in Beirut myself for a couple years, I was immediately transported back to the wonderful restaurants around Beirut. I love that everything is served family style - we got the fattoush, cheese rolls, potatoes, and hummus. For mains we both got the shish taouk - of course this came with the yummy fluffy garlic! I also got a glass of Kefraya red wine. I miss Lebanese wines! The staff was helpful and pleasant. The ambience was quiet and welcoming. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for authentic fine Lebanese dining. Thank you for a delicious experience!“

“They’ve ruined me for Lebanese food anywhere else lol“

“Food is good by local standards but I wish they would not call it Kabob. it is KEBAP. Or do not call yourself a Turkish restaurant.“

“Troy took the best care of us and the food was so delicious I can’t say enough about it. I had the fried chicken, mashed potatoes and greens. I wish we had this in Oklahoma 💗“

“We had a long stay at DCA when Prime Minister of Iraq came to DC. This restaurant was the only good thing about that. The food was reasonable, healthy and very tasty.. The staff was friendly and professional. I live in St Augustine and see the nearest location is Jacksonville. I will definitely find it when I'm in Jacksonville and be looking at other airports!“

“I love this food and I feel like family every time I’m there . Can’t wait for my next visit this weekend tho .“