50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Herndon

“recently i attended a wedding that was catered by Anatolian bistro. the food was wonderful! very traditional Turkish options. highly recommend for dining or catering. thank you - dj Theo“

“Tasty chicken kabob salad...planning to lose weight not taste of food....“

“Delicious food and ample drink selection!! Awesome local spot! Look forward to many return trips!“

“Delicious food and ample drink selection!! Awesome local spot! Look forward to many return trips!“

“If you are new to Afghan cuisine or familiar with Americanized versions, you will be in for a treat. This is an authentic Afghan restaurant. The kofta, spiced meat, and kadoo, roasted pumpkin, are exceptional. I always stop here whenever I'm dropping someone off or picking them up at IAD, and I recommend you do the same.“

“Best delicious juicy bbq in the area with the right spices! Rice is cooked to perfect taste, the piece of butter they always add on top can easily be scooped out according to preference! The assorted salads are a great addition and very tasty. The humus is better than that made in Lebanese restaurant. I recommend everyone in the area to try it 👍🏼“

“Delicious food! We got two different wraps with the mixed meat. Full of flavor. And OMG the fries were perfect! We both tried the strawberry basil cocktail. Great balance of sweetness and very refreshing. The service was great and we enjoyed talking to the employees. Great atmosphere. We sat on the patio. And the decor is fun with the records and Virginia artists and famous people all around.“

“Very nice place to eat. Quick service. Delicious .“

“Great food, large portion, cheap eats, great service“

“10/10… I manage Sterling Smoke right next to them and this is absolutely our FAVORITE local spot for lunch and dinner. Shawarma is amazing and we love the new additions as well!!! Will be back, often 😂“

“After a hard day of work, I went to treat myself to eating Cava - Lee Hwy, I like it because the food is fresh and delicious. When I arrived, I was delighted to see the smiling and friendly staff, but I especially want to thank Diosesis for always giving all customers such a pleasant, smiling and very respectful welcome. Thank you very much for the excellent work you do.“

“Love Corsica so much! Joe is the perfect bartender great mix of pleasant personality, sense of humor and comfortability behind the bar. Very easy vibe and amazing drinks and food. Nicolas is the sweetest server with such positive energy. One of the best additions to RTC in a long time. Bolognese, lemon bucatini, mushrooms, meatballs and arancini are favorites. The frozen Citron Sunrise does the trick on a hot summer day.“

“I ordered the chicken kebab with all rice to go, and it was absolutely delicious. The chicken was incredibly tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned with great flavor in every bite. The rice was also excellent and complemented the chicken very well. Even as a takeout order, everything tasted fresh and well prepared. I would definitely order it again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal.“

“Is the best Mexican food i ever tried. I used to eat from cava 3 or 2 time a week. I dont like to Cook sometimes so cava the first choice come to my mind and in the same time its healthy and they have multiple things to chose to eat. I recommend the place if u didnt tried it u have something wrong in ur life :D�� one more thing after u put all your toping end it with Lemon tahini dressing yummy yummy no regretting“

“Wanted a quick snack before popping into work and SO glad I stumbled upon this NEW Afghan spot! Definitely gonna have to come back and try literally everything.. the portion size of the plates coming out the kitchen on top of the amazing smells like fresh baked naan, I already told the owner to expect me weekly!! The owner, Sharif (hope I’m spelling that right) was super kind, enthusiastic and excited to share his hard work with everyone after a year long wait. I’m excited to see what else is in store for this authentic, delicious spot!“

“Reasonably priced drinks and karaoke was fun!“

“My wife and I use this as our go-to place when we need quality food that is not junk and is a great value. The orzo is my personal favorite but honestly there hasn't been one dish I've tried that has been disappointing. I am genuinely confused by the people who give this place one or two stars. My wife loves the pork chops. They held up really well even after being delivered. I had the gyro and it was amazing. This place is consistent and if you're looking for a hidden gem in a sea of awful takeout, this is it.“

“Me encanta cava!! Lidia es muy servicial y amable“

“Excellent food. My whole family loved it. Will return again.“

“Great service, super fresh and tasty - I'm becoming addicted!“

“We’ve ordered catering from the Beirut Butcher on a number of occasions and their food has always been delicious and their service has been lovely. If there was one bit of feedback I would share is that their menu prices online are a little bit out of date, but that should be a simple website update. I would highly recommend this place for catering and make sure you reach out to them early because they get busy.“

“I love this food, it’s so delicious and the service is wonderful.. I can eat here everyday.“

“From out of town and came to Ocean8 Hookah Lounge and had an awesome experience! Ended up going multiple times! The hookah was top-tier and the food was fresh. If you're in VA and looking for a great vibe with quality food and smoke, this is the spot!“

“Absolutely my favorite lunch spot in Fairfax. I’ve been eating here for 5 years now and the place is like home.. friendly and loving staff with the Absolute most delicious kabobs (IMO).. The only downside here is I live in faqr co.“

“This Cava Sterling restaurant is incredible. The food is very tasty good and the service is top notch. The guy that runs this place is friendly and his team makes delicious food. They are also generous with portions. I highly recommend this Cava!“

“excellent fooood. just tried it. very gooooooooooood!!!“

“We celebrated our friend’s birthday Makani, delicious food, nice ambiance but they have less staff which is why we had to wait a lot. The staff are very friendly and helpful, we all enjoyed ?“

“Excellent food. First time there. The two girls working were super nice and were very knowledgeable in what some of the items were and gave solid recommendations Thank you!“

“Good and Fresh!!! When you have goals! I am pleased with the fresh salad veggies shrimp and chicken. Great to be able to eat out and stay to my eating plan. 😋 I will be back!!“

“I had a great experience coming here, Vivian was super helpful and patient with me as I was picking my topping. Would go again!!“

“The best Mediterranean food I’ve ever eaten in my life!! The portions are so big and everything is homemade!“

“Great food, great service, very clean. I found my new favorite place in Reston.“

“Dinner at Thelo is an experience of terrific food and a warm welcome from the owner and host Yannis. We got the spreads sampler and shared among four of us and it was delicious. The whipped beats were our favorite, so good we made an extra order to go and will have it over the weekend.

After the appetizer we were all happy with our orders. The lamb shank was the very best, and the salmon, moussaka, and lamb gyro also very nice. A terrific baclava topped off the experience. Strongly recommend you go, enjoy the experience, don’t rush yourself and have a nice time.“

“I’ve been to a couple of Afghan Kabob restaurants but this one was truly really great and tasty. The food was delicious and the customer service was the best. I highly recommend trying out Fairfax Kabob!“

“Awesome Place and Environment!! Great Staff, Service and Really Good Food 🔥 Highly Recommend 🥵💰“

“I recently tried Shah’s Halal Food in Fairfax, and it was a really good experience. The food tasted fresh, flavorful, and filling. I ordered the chicken and lamb over rice platter, and the portions were generous with well-seasoned meat and tasty white sauce. The rice was fresh, and the spicy sauce added a nice kick.

The restaurant was clean, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. Service was also very fast, which makes it a great spot for a quick lunch or dinner. If you enjoy New York-style halal food, this place is definitely worth trying in Fairfax.

I’d especially recommend their combo platters, gyros, and falafel. Overall, great taste, good portions, and reasonable prices.“

“I’ve been coming to this location pretty much every weekend for the last 3 years and realized I’ve never actually left a review! They have another location that is bigger than this one, but honestly, this one is the better spot for food, service, and the overall vibe. I actually live closer to the Falls Church location but still make the drive here because the staff are always super friendly and the experience is consistently good. On Fridays and Saturday, it can get a little busy a hectic but the wait usually isn’t too bad, maybe around like 10–15 minutes. My order has always come out right and the food tastes fresh and delicious every time I’ve been here.

The place itself is clean, condiments are always stocked, and there’s a really nice mural on the wall that gives it a cozy feel. Nice music playing most of the time I come and seating is a little tight but it’s comfortable. Every time I come in,I’m greeted right away and the staff have been the same since I first started coming so they know what they’re doing. If there ever is an issue, they’re quick to fix it. If you have any allergies or food restrictions, they are pretty accommodating to requests so that is something to consider.
Overall, this has been one of my go-to spots for Greek food for years! Consistently good food, good prices, and really great service.“

“First time recently at Ivy and I must say, what an experience. Food and ambiance were excellent, staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Amanda made excellent recommendations for cocktails and really brought the entire experience together. Will definitely be returning with my lady to see Amanda again. Thank you. Five stars 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟“

“Excellent food and wonderful customer service! Keep up the good work!“

“Very cool setup, interesting to experience. Awesome food, drinks, and staff!“

“I love their chicken shawarma wraps. It's big and a normal price. My mom loves all their sandwiches/wraps and their chickpea salad. Their pastries are good too. I often get their Belgian chocolate brownie. We will continue to get food from here.
This is a takeout place. There is no space to eat in store.“

“Wait—huh? How does this place have such low review #s? This is the greatest thing I’ve had at this price point in a long time. Shoot—right across the street I went to another place and paid $20 for a bowl that was 80% rice noodles. I paid $17 here for a double chicken bowl that was chock full of healthy vegetables and extra protein like chickpeas and lentils. The portion size was absolutely phenomenal and someone who is a light eater could easily make 2 meals out of this. The pickled vegetables really made the taste pop. I stayed away from the tabouleh and couscous bc I’m GF. I just thought it was great for a healthy, quick service option but I’m visiting from out of town (Colorado) with much more limited options. I guess people have a lot more variety here but I’m giving it my honest 5 stars!“

“Best all you can eat during Ramadan! Authentic Syrian and Lebanese food for the serious foodie! Best kibbe! Well worth my taste buds!“

“Good selection of manaeesh/flat breads and pies!“

“Joana (I’m not really sure that was her name, but I hope so lol) was super nice! She was friendly, helpful, and made me feel very welcome. I really appreciated her service.

The food was also super good, me and my mom will definitely come back!“

“Great food!! very friendly!!!“

“This is by far our favorite kabob place! The meat is always cooked to perfection, the hummus is my absolute favorite it’s smooth and delicious. They also have a an outstanding catering service, always on time and the food is loved at every event I have! They have the best customer service and really go above and beyond for their customers!“

“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 had a problem with my order the day before, but the manager at Moby Dick handled the situation very professionally and respectfully. They sincerely apologized, refunded my money, and even gave me the meal as a kind gesture.

I really appreciated the way they treated me and how seriously they cared about customer satisfaction. Mistakes can happen anywhere, but professional and respectful customer service like this is what makes a place stand out.

Thank you again to the team at Moby Dick — I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“ordered the steak kabob rice salad 5 stars simply fantastic“