50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Norwood

“Incredible atmosphere, selection of items, and attention to detail. The owner is very kind and passionate about this place! Definitely visit. Tried the Ghazal Beirut, garlic bread tour, and Lebanese Saj (cheese & herbs special). All were wonderful and tasted delicious. Can’t wait to be back and recommend to friends!“

“My wife and I have been looking for a place to enjoy some Mediterranean staples, and we’re so glad we found Kilim. Firstly, the restaurant is beautifully decorated, wherein you can feel the passion and love the owner has for their space. The food was beyond delicious. Highly recommend the babaganus, I could have ate buckets of it if given the opportunity. Everything tasted fresh and was so flavorful from the bread service to the dessert. And lastly, the service was impeccable. The restaurant was very busy, and the waitstaff made us feel like we were their main priority from the moment we walked in. Truly a hidden gem tucked away in an unassuming location, we cannot recommend Kilim enough.“

“I can’t believe this place has been hidden around the corner from our office for over a year! I fell into a lemon chicken humus bowl and I’m so glad I did! It was filling and cooked perfectly, served with a basket of warm pita squares. I will be back!“

“My husband and I went to Zaffron Bloom two days ago. We ordered Shashlik Kebab, which was very tasty. Zaffron Bloom is a family-owned business, and the staff were friendly and kind; they even brought us a complimentary Shirazi salad and appetizer.I look forward to going there again to try more of their delicious food, as they have many options on their menu.“

“Stop by if you are looking for best place for fresh vegetarian options; they also have many options to make it spicy! Toddler approved too; my kid loved their fresh hummus, pita chips and falafel. Alan who helped us with the order was amazing with the service and recommendations. Must try!“

“This place is amazing. We’ve been here twice already for lunch and loved the experience. The server was very attentive and welcoming. The food was just delicious, with the perfect portions and sides. We had the chicken shish kebab, salmon with house salad, and humus. All 10/10. I would definitely recommend and will be coming back!“

“Moved to Irvington 2 years ago & its my go to restaurant , great food, the BEST drinks & amazing service ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great Lunch… Izzy our waiter went above and beyond to make sure we were enjoying our lunch. We go here frequently and always a good meal and very accommodating.“

“Alright! Where do i begin?! There were 4 people behind the counter and when i walked in, all four greeted me. The manager greeted at the ordering station and didnt overwhelm me to order my food as this was the first time being there. He asked me if id like any suggestions and we landed on the chicken platter with spicy chickpeas rice and cole slaw. Everything about this bowl was immaculate. The chicken was well seasoned and spiced, the chick peas were tender and savory, and the rice was such a great compliment to the protein. I also ordered their fries because why not!The portion size was generous but not overbearing. They had the mexican coke glass bottles which was a great choice to wash the food down with. I got the brown to top it all off and it was amazing. Chipotle, Qdoba, Halal Guys even have nothing on Juicy Platters. I definitely will be coming back with the family!“

“Really good food and service. Falafel and garlic is sauce is out of this world.“

“I have been here two times. The food was very delicious..I will def be back..“

“Delicious food! The chopped salad was very fresh and tasty, and the chicken kebab was super juicy and full of flavor. I must come back for more!“

“Been meaning to try this place for awhile , finally went today and it didn't't disappoint. I placed an order for 60 Lahamacun and it was told it will be ready. Went to pick up and it was ready on time. They pack every 10 in a neat box. Fresh bread was just coming out of the oven and I had to try. The lahamacun is thin and made fresh, the seasoning was perfect. One of the best I tasted in NJ. The bread was fresh, soft and delicious also. Definitely going back to try the pides and pizzas. The staff was super friendly and even helped carry the boxes to my car.“

“There's a good reason you see so many 5 Star reviews - this place is awesome! The food is fresh, menu is creative and the staff are v nice. I promise anyone that goes that it won't be their last visit.“

“Just came in so late today before shut down ordered chicken over rice white sauce hot sauce bbq sauce man these guys no matter the time always make you feel welcome man the food and energy in this place ???? and when I eat this food this food I forget to have a beverage lol no bull man guys and they open late ? thank u guys“

“I found this place on yelp and decided to give it a try because I was in town on business. The atmosphere was very inviting. My server was pleasant, knowledgeable, and very helpful in many recommendations. I ended up with the lunch special kebab. It came with the most delightful salad featuring best flavors! The main course was a generous portion of chicken, rice, and another salad. I would definitely make it a point to visit here again!“

“Great meal before a show at Tarrytown Music Hall! Excellent service! Fresh and delicious food. We ordered shawarma sandwich, amazing and hummus with falafel! It was the best falafel I have ever had. Light, crispy outside, fresh served on creamy hummus with a piece of fresh, hot & soft pita bread. We even ordered more falafel!The prices are great as well. We will definitely be back!“

“Step into déjà vu restaurant in Garfield New Jersey and enjoy the allure of Balkan food. I started off with some great appetizers and I highly recommend the melted cheese dip. I really enjoyed the chicken rolls wrapped in bacon and stuff with provolone cheese. Don’t skip out on dessert, then Nutella and banana crêpes are homemade and a must try. I also enjoyed a very delicious strawberry margarita. The staff was very attentive, and the restaurant is aesthetically pleasing. The spot is great for a girls night out, date night, a family dinner. It’s also a great spot for a celebration“

“We had our baby's first birthday party / Korean dohljanchi at Mado and it could not have been more perfect. Aret and everyone at the restaurant were so wonderful to work with. They were happy to work with my requests and made party planning so easy. The space was the perfect size with ample parking for our guests. The food was amazing and everyone raved about the pillowy bread, dips, and entrees. Highly recommend it whether it's for a family meal or event. (Photos by Lisi Halabi Photography)“

“I ordered tray of Konafa with Keshta and was delicious. I recommend this انا طلبت صينية كنافه بالقشطه وكانت طعمه جدا.“

“This Mediterranean restaurant is a hidden gem! The service is impeccable, and the food is absolutely delicious. From the shepherd salad to the branzino fish, every bite was a delight. My favorite dish is Beef carpaccio, testy and delicious. Highly recommend this restaurant for a memorable dining experience!“

“My family and I ate at Sophia's for Mother's Day. Originally, we were a party of 6, but then we had unexpected guests arrive from out of town and Sophia's was kind enough to accommodate them without much notice! The service was impeccable! The food was sensational, very authentic and cooked to perfection. We were lucky enough to be served by Tony who was very attentive without being hovering. He was also funny, willing to take pictures for us and if you ask, he'll flex his muscles for you! The wait staff was friendly, everybody seemed happy to be there. I would recommend this restaurant highly, it was one of the best dining experiences I have had in a long time!“

“We had a wonderful experience having our post-wedding brunch at Mint Premium Foods! We worked closely with Alberta, who created a beautiful, personalized menu with our food and drink selections. The owners stayed on site during the event and were very detailed oriented. Ben and the waiters were attentive and responsive to our requests and even helped move tables so friends could sit together. Alberta played soft background music from the bride's culture to add to the atmosphere. The overall vibe of mint is unique and you feel like you're at a shop/restaurant in the Mediterranean with it displays of gourmet cheeses, olives and bottles of wine.The food at Mint is absolutely delicious, plentiful, perfectly cooked and attractively presented! For our customized brunch, we had four courses: For appetizers, we had family style cheese & charcuterie boards and calamari, followed by individual choice of specialty salad, individual main course and family style desserts (Baklava, Pannacotta, Bread Pudding, Creme Brulee). Everyone raved about the food, from the outstanding cheeses to the Wagyu meat burgers, sandwiches, salads, Moroccan chicken, risotto, etc. We highly recommend Mint for a meal or a place to host a special event!“

“A Small cozy restaurant with excellent food and service… I felt like I was in Athens again… baklava was to die for… will definitely go back and bring my friends..“

“went with 6 people and ordered many apps and entrees and sangria. Really enjoyed everything. The paella is a highlight but the steak, chicken, pasta, salmon the salad, ,pizza and octopus and croquettes all were delicious. cant say enough good things about Olar Noso“

“If you're looking to go to Greece and simply cannot afford it like me.. this is basically the same thing. The greek family that runs Nisiotis Taverna makes such amazing and authentic greek cuisine. From the design to the music to the hospitality, Greece is literally right here in Teaneck, NJ. This hidden gem is the place to be this summer.Also... I must say I crave their gyro weekly... and with my super on-the-go job, their free delivery service has definitely come in handy more than once since I found out about it. Get to Nisiotis Taverna!! You won't regret it :)“

“Excellent! From making my reservation through dessert. The restaurant is beautiful, exemplary staff and the food was delicious (get the mussels!) Our waiter was Christian and he was great. Thank you Phoenician for a wonderful dining experience! We will be back.“

“Visited for dinner with my family. We ordered the Mezze dip platter to share, and it was the highlight of the meal. Very generous and comes with hot assorted breads.We ordered entrées to share. The schnitzel, pargiot, lamb kofta, chicken shish kebab were delicious, and we had sides of Israeli salad, green beans, rice, and hummus with beef. Everything was hot and fresh. We had a few pictures of lemonade of homemade lemonade with mint. We had chocolate mousse for dessert.Service was excellent. Atmosphere is great for families. This is some of the best high-quality kosher food, and I would recommend for any occasion :)“

“I picked my food yesterday at restaurant while i waited for it, the lady (anastasia) enlightened me more about the menu and the food. She was great and friendly!!! definitely at place that i will be back for food and the for the great customer service.“

“Great service I recently went because a friend recommended and was not disappointed I ordered the beef gyro sandwich very good would recommend.“

“I highly recommend this place. We had a party of 38 who needed a last minute place for our Xmas party and they took us without hesitation. Food good, drinks good and the staff was amazing, kind and just overall really nice place!!“

“So good and fresh, very tasty, clean place The rice is buenisimo“

“Cannot wait to dine here again!!!Had a great time trying new things and some things I haven't had in a long time. I splurged on the supreme meat platter, even though I was the only one eating it, and was thoroughly pleased. Even tasty left over the next day. Next time I need to specify I'd like the beef or lamb whichever was on that platter to be cooked med.rare. The Adanas were extremely tasty.The special mixed berries soda pop was a fun new drink to experience. The only down side about the whole meal was that the berry sodas come in tini-tiny bottles. ;)I ordered the babaganouxh to share with my dining partners who had never tried it before and they were very pleased.Great portions, solid customer service. And considerately the restaurant has their own branded packaged wet-napkins placed conveniently by the door.Wheelchair accessibility: I do not believe there were any steps in order to enter this restaurant. It was at sidewalk/street level.“

“When I am in town I frequent this establishment as often as possible. They provide the best mediterranean food on the East Coast. The service is impeccable. The food is out of this world. Thank you so much for being around.“

“I want everything on the menu! The food was just wonderful. The ambience is adorable and the servers were lovely. Plus it's pet friendly there were puppies everywhere. Definitely coming back.Dietary restrictions: So many great vegan and vegetarian options!“

“Excellent customer service“

“This is a wonderful, delicious restaurant with generous portions. The appetizers are great and the mains are excellent. I love their gyro meat, Shepard salad and assorted appetizer plate. If you enjoy Turkish food you can’t go wrong with this restaurant.“

“Took the family there for dinner. Was pleasantly surprised by the ambiance. The server, Nick, was incredible. He took the time to explain all the options to the kids and was super pleasant, polite, and friendly. I would honestly go back just for him and his coworkers by how kind and respectful they were. The food was great, healthy and clean. Will definitely be coming back soon“

“Excellent food, large portions and very reasonably priced. I highly recommend NAYA!“

“Nice and clean place!! I loved the pizza and the cheese cake!!!!!!!!!!“

“I’ve been in this restaurants for many times. Never disappointed. The lamb shank and the shrimp gnocchi are my favorite. The best crab cakes ever. The last time when I was dining with my friends, we tried the special baklava and it was so delicious.The service was impeccable! Great attention to detail. Highly recommended for a delightful dining experience. Great job Mezza Westwood??“

“We ate here for the first time on Mother's Day and luckily we were able to order off the regular menu which had something for everyone. Our server did a great job waiting on our table as well as several other large parties so we never felt neglected. We ordered wine, appetizers, and main courses. All of our guests said their appetizers and entrees were great especially the fish/seafood dishes with one exception. A member of our party ordered a scallop/shrimp special which arrived with only 2 shrimp and 2 scallops on the plate with pasta for $39. It was a tasty dish but they could have at least given 3 shrimp and 3 scallops. Appy's worth mentioning: baked clams, grilled octopus, shishito peppers. Outstanding entrees: halibut and sea bass specials, and seafood pasta. We didn't stay for dessert as we planned on having that at home. This was a good find to try out on a less busy night - we will definitely be back.“

“High quality food, great drinks, and great service. A New City secret spot. Just go and thank me later.“

“Wow!! Small little place. Was in ENGLEWOOD and was told to check this place out. Glad we did. Everything was delicious. We started with Humnus with mushrooms which was outstanding. Came with fresh pita .They started us off with complementary bread and hummus with Amba. Amba is a peach sauce. Was outstanding. I went with a chicken Schwarma in a Laffa I highly recommended this restaurant“

“I’ve never had a bad meal here! Everything they make is made with love and incredibly fresh ingredients. And if you get takeout they give you an added smile with their adorable drawn doodles on your takeaway bag. Such good vibes and good food :)“

“This little spot is big on delicious food, wonderful service and amazing hospitality! The food is always consistent, always fresh and always satisfying!“

“We enjoyed the meal very much and the service was warm and responsive. The ambiance could be enhanced by a style makeover but this factor was not enough to spoil our enjoyment of the evening. Overall 4 stars. Recommended. We will eat there again for sure.“

“What a wonderful find! We were looking for a restaurant to meet with friends that had a good variety of things to choose from so everyone would be happy. We stumbled onto Rose's Place and had a wonderful dining experience. From the warm greeting when we entered, to the wonderful service and explanation of dishes...not to mention the amazing food...this was an outstanding experience.“

“I was surprised to find this gem in the heart of Arthur Ave = Bronx Little Italy (BLI). The best authentic gyros across the board! Apps were fresh and delicious, service was steller! Stop in and hang out at this warm and friendly Greek restaurant. You'll be pleasantly surprised.“

“My wife and I met another couple for dinner last night at roses. I was searching for a restaurant on yelp in the Englewood area as it was halfway between our friends and I. Made a reservation for 530 and when we showed up we were the only customers in the restaurant. not a lot of atmosphere, but clean. The menu looked interesting. We ordered hummus & Babaganoush To share, I had the mixed grill, my friend had the Rosies mixed grill. My wife had the Shawarma and her other friend had the chicken kebab. Everything was fresh, moist, and excellent, particularly the Shawarma. One other family of three came in while we're eating, but otherwise, the restaurant was empty. Our server was attentive and respectful, and took good care of us. He told us that they are usually very crowded on the weekends - understandable since it was Monday of a holiday weekend. We will definitely be back again !“