Mediterranean cuisine: the best places to taste it in Durham

15 restaurant menus in Durham, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Cafe Meridian
Cafe Meridian
94/100 (411 ratings)
Quick Bites
American
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Cafe
Mediterranean
Vegan Options
Cafe
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Sandwiches
Salad
Café
American
Mediterranean
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Benetis
Benetis
89/100 (660 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Greek
American
American
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Waffles
Waffles & Crepes
Moussaka
Cakes
Waffles & Crepes
Pancakes
Salad
Toasts
Omelette
Sit down
American
Greek
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Buffet
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
Gussys Place
Gussys Place
89/100 (1005 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Greek
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Breakfast
Gyros
Mediterranean
Greek
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"Stopped by to try out their Gyro and was very happy! Pretty sure the cashier was one of the owners and she was delightful. Food was ready fast and..."
Nate Call
"First time visiting. It’s one of those Greek places that shows all its dishes by the cashier. Ordered the personal pizza with gyro and gyro..."
Mansoor
"Absolutely the best Greek food in the Raleigh area, even though it’s in Durham. The salad is SO FRESH and the chicken kabobs are so tender &..."
Lori Dillard
"Amazing Greek place, extremely well attended by the owners, supre cool decorations and of course tasteful and delicious food, I've been here 3 days..."
Roger Yanez
"Double meat gyro and triple chocolate chunk cookie were delicious. Didn’t skimp on the tziki so the sand which was not dry. The staff is very nice..."
Pritesh Patel
"I work here and I love it! ❤️ The owners are wonderful and they care about every customer! We pride ourselves on great customer service and fast..."
Kasey Turner
"I’ve been getting gyros at Gussy’s food truck and their brick-and-mortar store for over 7 years. The food is delicious and the owner and..."
Kyla Babson
"Great gyros all around: size, freshness, amazing meat, great price. The lunch combo is perfect and they somehow found the exact ratio of hummus to..."
Rob Woods
Bleu Olive
Bleu Olive
88/100 (1313 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Greek
Mediterranean
Greek
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Calamari
Hummus
Risotto
Lamb
Mussels
Pesto
Steak Frites
Torte
Fish
Calamares
Burger
Octopus
Cheesecakes
Pork
Salmon
Bolognese
Paella
Shrimp
Moussaka
Crab Cake
Baba Ghanoush
Cheesecake
Cakes
Tapas
Halibut
Pasta
Lamb chops
Salad
Crab
Scallops
Oyster
Crème Brulée
Polenta
Sit down
Mediterranean
Greek
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Seating
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"It was great, food came out fast and the service was great. Our server was very friendly and helpful. The food was good especially the potato soup, I..."
Pat Houselog Stiller
"I have never had one thing I didn't like. I was born in Greece and all dishes are authentic, creative and VERY TASTY!!! This is the best place for..."
John Yanni Lambropoulos
"The food is awesome. A bit pricey but worth it. Nice setting and I love the lighting. Great spot and the service was..."
Angela Mayes
"The food is AMAZING! This is no ordinary Greek experience. The menu items are unique and everything is full of flavor. Favorite restaurant in..."
Jennifer Scott
"Great atmosphere, phenomenal food that is always cooked to perfection, and outstanding customer service. Highly recommend this special place. #1..."
Michael Marciniak
"Food is incredible and the staff is amazing. A must for anyone in the Durham..."
Edward Carey
"Loved it! Comfortable setting, my braised Lamb Shank was awesome with risotto & brocolini and sommelier Yanni's wine recommendation was spot..."
William Phelps
"The food is exceptional and very creative beautiful presentation , could have tasted everything . This was a huge surprise to find this gem while..."
Cornelia C.Heckenbach
"The food and service was amazing. I ordered the sharwarma with agolomeno soup ( idk the spelling). I've eaten and worked at many Mediterranean..."
Crystal Argueta
"We celebrate so many special events here. Best seafood in..."
Sally Starrfield
"Excellent food!!! Never thought a lamb burger or any burger could be this..."
Achilles Kostopoulos
"So glad my husband and I discovered this place. Fantastic food. I've never had anything that was not delicious, oh except the carrot cake. The..."
Amy Davis King
"Celebrating husband's birthday: superb wait staff, fast service and the most delicious food we've had in many moons. A most delicious baklava martini..."
Dev Stanley Looper
"Wonderful authentic Greek food, fantastic service. Best Greek food ever! I'm so happy and proud to share with my children and my date. We tried..."
Harry Sakellaris
"Lovely ambiance . Welcoming outside tables as well as intimate indoor dining. Excellent food and service..."
Ana Tavel-Paz
"Had dinner on Sunday night and it was so amazing that I went back today for lunch. Food was fresh. Service top notch. I loved..."
David Moorad
"Absolutely wonderful dinner last night. Enjoyed the grilled shrimp with pea & mint ravioli which was one of the dinner specials. Lovely outdoor..."
Theresa Moore
"This was my husband & my first time dining here. We loved the atmosphere & the food was great. Our waitress was very nice & polite. We definitely..."
Yowanna Harvey
"Food was exceptional! Server was incredible. We had a lovely evening and will be..."
Patty Ann Robertson Harris
"Great food. Great atmosphere. Awesome service. Reasonable prices. Next time I'm in Durham, I'll definitely go..."
Michelle Hartman
"My husband and I just celebrated our wedding anniversary at this restaurant tonight and it was incredible. The service, the food, the ambiance was..."
Janice Poleon Godfrey
"Service was awesome.... food was great and portions..."
Elizabeth Walsh Megna
"A must!..."
Sean Stalvey - Carey
"One of our all time favorites in Durham! It was packed for Valentine's Day, but we were seated quickly ( we had reservations) Service and food were..."
Karen Gray
"The best food I've had in Durham that was able to cater to my food allergy. Everything was excellent and the staff are very..."
Tory Black
"Love this place. They use the freshest ingredients and have enough vegetarian options to please even the pickiest..."
Tracey Tsoumbos
"food was fantastic , service was fantastic we enjoyed ourselves..."
Doug Harmon
"Very nice atmosphere. Dinner was authentic and delicious! The avgolemono soup was excellent and reminded me of home. Perfect! Will come back again..."
Maryanne Glantzis Moore
"Fabulous dining, great wines and lovely..."
Melinda Nelson Leonard
"Bleu Olive is incredible! We have always enjoyed treating ourselves for a nice meal here. They ALWAYS offer incredible food and incredible service. ..."
Justine Tsao Davey
"I've been about 5 times and have yet to be disappointed. They'd my husbands 41st birthday memorable tonight. I absolutely love this..."
Tamara Allen
Pauly's Pocket
Pauly's Pocket
86/100 (268 ratings)
Quick Bites
Middle Eastern
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Fast food
Mediterranean
Vegan Options
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Hummus
Falafel
Sit down
Fast food
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"The falafel is really great, I got a combo with chicken. The curly fries were awesome too, it's been a while since I had any but they were definitely..."
Michael Leroux
"Today was the first time I tried pauly pockets and this was some of the best food I have eaten! I wanted to try as much as I could so I got the combo..."
Iekun Kagamine
"Incredibly fresh food and even better customer service. Paul is super friendly and you can tell he cares about his customers. I will be back any time..."
Hank Stuart
"I have traveled this world far and wide, and i can say with absolute certainty that Pauly’s is the best falafel i have ever had, and will ever..."
Bee Murabito
"Pauly is awsome he has the best falafel in the area, put that on the turbo and you have a great pita wrap! Thank you..."
Phillip Desjardins
"Always so nice. The food is delicious and..."
Michelle Whisnant
"Satisfying natural delicious! Pauly has to be the nicest, happiest guy around. This was my first visit, i had the falafel pocket.... it was a hunger..."
Chris Stein
Mediterranean Grill & Grocery
Mediterranean Grill & Grocery
83/100 (1046 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Middle Eastern
Lebanese
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Shawarma
Gyros
Lamb
Salad
Hummus
Falafel
Café
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Quick Meal Mediterranean
Quick Meal Mediterranean
83/100 (498 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mediterranean
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"This is a tiny little place and offers variety of items. The owner is nice and talkative. We tried chicken philly and beef gyro. Both items were good..."
SB Khan
"Such a satiating meal. I ordered the chicken gyro, it was seasoned so well and plentiful with the chicken. Worth every penny, I hate it ate it all in..."
Sasha
"Quick Meal is the real deal. Service and food is always spot on. Online ordering is a breeze and prices are great. I recommend the gyro. Check em..."
Alex Markiewicz
"The gyro and shawarma are delicious and are enormous. Fries are always fresh and hot. Friendly service and accurate order time estimates...."
Nathaniel Squires
"I liked it and would go back. However, i was disappointed in my gyro because it wasn't what I was expecting. But it was good. I would go back to try..."
Meilinn Tram
"I would give Quick Meal 10 stars, if I could. They have the best Hummus ever!The staff is competent and polite, and the delivery comes on time. It is..."
Carolyn Fager
"I drove by here many times and have been meaning to stop by so I finally did today. I’m telling you this is a hidden gem in Durham. Delicious,..."
Mashaal Malik
"Really delicious. Best gyro in town. Really appreciate the people who work here too—I had put in a pick up order but then my car wouldn’t start...."
Karla Sosa
Mothers And Sons Trattoria
Mothers And Sons Trattoria
83/100 (1133 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Ragu
Fritto misto
Cacio e pepe
Octopus
Squid Ink Pasta
Prosciutto
Shrimp
Arancini
Beef
Focaccia
Tagliatelle
Porchetta
Eggplant
Artichoke Salad
Pasta
Lamb
Salad
Bruschette
Risotto
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Swordfish
Antipasti
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Mid-range
"I was hesitant ordering the squid ink pasta with shrimp but thankfully I did because it was probably the best dish I have ever had in any city or..."
Ricky Crabtree Jr.
Parizade
Parizade
82/100 (3285 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Drinks
Crab
Cioppino
Scallops
Hummus
Duck
Calamari
Torte
Risotto
Octopus
Paella
Mussels
Burger
Cakes
Tuna
Lamb
Calamares
Pesto
Salmon
Shrimp
Fish
Pork
Crab Cake
Lobster
Swordfish
Eggplant
Lamb chops
Pasta
Salad
Sit down
Mediterranean
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Private Dining
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Drinks
Dinner
Fine Dining
Mediterrasian Bistro
Mediterrasian Bistro
82/100 (879 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Greek
Greek
Middle Eastern
Filipino
Lebanese
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Hummus
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Greek
Filipino
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"The focus is the food at MediterrAsian, and there is a variety! We had falafel wraps, a veggie platter, a pita-dilla/kids-grilled-cheese, and some..."
Adam S
"Everything is TASTY. I love this place. Best chicken EVER. it will make you slap your momma good. Generous portions. The staff is very..."
Stacie Caputo
"This is a wonderful family owned business who take real pride in the food they serve. If you order in, they bring it right to you and if you order..."
Vikki Posada
"We chose this place on a whim on our regular commute from north Durham home to Raleigh once a week and boy, we’re we not disappointed. Babaghanoush..."
Laura Ella
"Delicious! I got a chicken shawarma gyro and it was so good! It had chicken, fries, pickles and garlic sauce. The pita was soft and warm. I ordered..."
Susan Jennings
"My husband and I stopped here on a whim after work tonight. I usually am iffy about buffets so I wasn't sure what to expect. The buffet was smallish..."
Sarah Kersten
Baba Ghannouj
Baba Ghannouj
80/100 (1116 ratings)
Restaurants
Middle Eastern
Turkish
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Curry
Hummus
Falafel
Café
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Delivery
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Buffet
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I love the food here!! I get the hummus, eggplant, and curry chicken with yellow rice. Food is fresh and..."
April H
"Relished their elaborate Mediterranean buffet which is available on weekdays for lunch. Recommend..."
Anindita Barman
"We live in brier creek and have some closer places to get gyros. This was our first trip to Baba Ghannouj and I can honestly say we'll be making the..."
Emma Hochstetler
"Great experience, and high quality food…My girlfriend has a dairy intolerance and this can be difficult but the staff here were very helpful and..."
Nick
"I would give this place a 3.5 out of 5, a bit overpriced for a lunch buffet ($14.50). I like the idea of a Buffet and to be honest it's hard to pull..."
Ahmad “Mark” A
"I was scrolling thru Yelp seen this Mediterranean​ restaurant. Finally had the opportunity to stop AND BOY AM I GLAD I DID!! Everything my mouth..."
Rhonda Jones
Mediterra Grill
Mediterra Grill
79/100 (551 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Greek
Middle Eastern
Middle Eastern
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Kabobs
Lamb
Salad
Hummus
Falafel
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Greek
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We really enjoy this place. The food is always super fresh and delicious, take it from a Lebanese guy. If I can't have my Mom's cooking I'll go..."
Jack Haddad
"From out of town. Stopped in center with several restaurants. So few healthy options elsewhere. Mediterranean Grill healthy flavorful choices. Great..."
Scott Williams
"This place is delicious! It was my first time there and Karisa (or Tarisa - sorry, I don't know how to spell her name) took great care of us, helping..."
Alison “Ali” Hardee
"Amazing food and excellent service. Some of the best Middle Eastern food I’ve had in a very long time. Try the lamb! It’s hard to find good lamb..."
Deniz W
"I came in for lunch today. Staff was friendly and food was yummy. I got a chicken shwarma pita and greek salad. Bathroom and dining room was..."
Jesse Locklear
International Delights
International Delights
79/100 (1391 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Greek
Middle Eastern
Middle Eastern
Greek
Lebanese
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Hummus
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Lebanese
Greek
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Reservations
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"I love this place! The food is always good and the baklava is the best..."
Sandra Hughes Benton
"A Durham favorite. I love to come here in the evenings, sit out on the street and enjoy the grape leaves and then smoke Hookah with my friends...."
Tiffany Sartain
"Been going there for 20 years. Always the best Philly Cheese Steak in the..."
Jim Boening
"We love ID. The food is wonderful, the people are SO nice, and I think it's so funny that they prohibit ketchup!..."
Mollie Moses
"I miss working there I learned so much loved the family..."
Chris Conerly
"One of my all time favorite places to eat. Good clean food and great..."
Melissa Helmintoller
"Best food ever! Best owners! Best everything! HIGHLY..."
LilShady Sarah
"Was having a long day and went to ID for food I could count on. I mentioned that I hadn't had kibbe since I was a kid at a friend's house. All my..."
Amelia Shull
"Just had some delicious Gyros with my hubby. We love coming here, I just wish it was closer to our home! Greek Fiesta needs to learn how to make a..."
Nicolia Madison-Connor
"Wonderful food, wonderful people! My daughter ate here regularly while attending NCSSM and she's pretty picky, esp with Mediterranean food. In fact..."
Kelly Thompson
"This place is literally the best outside of the Mediterranean. Food is great and authentic and the owners are some of the best people I've ever met...."
Micheal Haag
"Hadn't been in 25 years and the quality was still wonderful. The outdoor seating was a plus on a beautiful spring day. Oh, their hot sauce was the..."
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"Great food I stopped by to purchase a steak and cheese sub with halopena peppers and it was awesome and well seasoned. The waitress was young and..."
Comedian PamelaChanel
"Good hot food cooked to order. Plenty of seating, fountain drinks, Mediterranean and International dishes. Reasonable pricing, quick service, nice..."
Scott Watkins
Saladelia Cafe And Catering
Saladelia Cafe And Catering
75/100 (832 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegan Options
American
Deli
Cafe
Cafe
Mediterranean
Deli
Middle Eastern
Greek
Mediterranean
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Middle Eastern
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Hummus
Sandwiches
Beef
Gyros
Cakes
Pasta
Pesto
Salad
Fast food
Middle Eastern
Café
Mediterranean
Greek
Deli
Drive Thru
Seating
Table Service
Free Wifi
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Serves Alcohol
Non-smoking restaurants
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Outdoor Seating
Free off-street parking
Takeout
Highchairs Available
Accepts Mastercard
Digital Payments
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
Cilantro Mediterranean Grill
Cilantro Mediterranean Grill
70/100 (80 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Greek
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Kabobs
"Reading some of the other reviews, maybe the time of day or how busy they are has something to do with it. My wife and I came at a real slow time,..."
Thomas Gehrmann
"I always have a good experience when I go here. First time my fiancee (now wife) and I went our food was kind of forgotten about, but it did come..."
Brandon Hayes