Mediterranean Restaurants

Mandaloun

Address: 141 S. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, CA 91204
Mandaloun
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Mandaloun brings a slice of the Mediterranean to Southern California, with a rich ambiance filled with silk draperies and chandeliers. The lush and festive atmosphere is an ideal setting to enjoy Mandaloun’s authentic Lebanese cuisine. The extensive menu offers a variety of dishes, however it is the meze, or small plates, that are most popular. Over forty tapas-style dishes range from simple baba ghanoush to the intricate kafta nayeh, or sirloin tartare, and a fixed-price option offers the perfect way to sample from the dazzling array of tastes and flavors. Patio dining allows the enjoyable hookah after a meal, while …

The Little Door

Address: 8164 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048
The Little Door
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Step-out of the modern world and into the old country style of Europe. Chef Nicolas T. Peter strives to incorporate local and organic ingredients, ensuring that his menu is healthy, seasonal, and ripe with flavor. The menu consists of French-Mediterranean fusion cuisine. Start off with the “Little Door Mezze Royale” Assorted Mediterranean Appetizers which includes tuna tartare, goat cheese, merguez sausage and grilled scallops. Also try such entrees as the Grilled Filet Mignon with a Tarragon and Green Goat Cheese, Merguez Sausage and Grilled Scallops. With healthy tasty options, you can’t go wrong with eating here.

Greek House Cafe

Address: 2375 Sycamore Dr., Simi Valley, CA 93065
Greek House Cafe
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For a taste of the Mediterranean, those in Simi Valley can head to Greek House Cafe. Although the archetypal exterior reflects its surrounding strip mall, Greek House Café is a break from the norm. Featuring classic dishes such as Kabobs, Hummus, and Spanakopita, the menu lets diners choose their favorite Greek delights. What keeps guests returning for more are the Pita bread sandwiches and entrees. The sandwiches offer a selection of Gyro, Chicken, Lamb, or Falafel wrapped in warm pita smothered under tzatziki sauce and onions. The dinner plates come complete with Roast Potatoes or Rice, Green Veggies, Soup or …

Rustic Canyon Wine Bar and Seasonal Kitchen

Address: 1119 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Rustic Canyon Wine Bar and Seasonal Kitchen
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Rustic Canyon Wine Bar & Seasonal Kitchen in Santa Monica offers patrons a regularly changing menu utilizing dishes motivated by Farmers’ Market ingredients sourced from local ranchers, farmers, and fishermen who practice sustainable agriculture. With a wine list centered on boutique wineries from around the world, offerings are handpicked by proprietor and owner Josh Loeb. With twenty options of wine by the glass, rotated on a regular basis, guests can expect something new to try with each visit. Food, plated with the intention of sharing, allows restaurant goers to order for the table and embark on a tour of tastes. …

Aroma Bakery & Cafe

Address: 7373 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Aroma Bakery & Cafe
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Located on Los Angeles’ famous Sunset Strip and derived from the Latin word for ‘fragrance‘ is Aroma Bakery and Café. Whether you’re looking for a quick shot of espresso, a fresh mug of mint tea, a full 3-course meal, or just some dessert, Aroma café offers a little bit of the Mediterranean in the heart of Los Angeles. The café’s authentic and flavorful dishes, drinks, and atmosphere transport each diner to the European coast for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. The focus is great service and delectable food. Their menu showcases everything from breakfast to dinner, and the daily specials are …

Panini Cafe

Address: 9601 S. Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90210
Panini Cafe
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With a blend of Old World styles and a healthy European flair, the Panini Café only serves the finest quality ingredients. Combining the best of both the New and Old World, the café has extraordinarily fresh and healthy food, and upholds the tradition of authentic European cuisine. With a commitment to quality and creativity, the Panini Café is one of the places to dine for those in search of flavorful European food. With a passion for fine cuisine at excellent prices, the Panini Café offers diners a way to take a culinary holiday while never leaving the comfort of Los …

Good Heart Catering

Address: 3200 Wilshire Blvd #105, Los Angeles, CA 90010

Riviera Restaurant & Lounge

Address: 7115 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620

Calamigos Beach Club Restaurant & Lounge

Address: 26025 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265
$$ Recommended New Private Room

Byblos Mediterranean Restaurant

Address: 1964 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066

Pinocchios Pizza

Address: 1449 N Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104

Fraiche

Address: 9411 Culver Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
Fraiche
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As its name implies, Fraiche is an ode to the pleasures of fresh ingredients. Executive Chef Jason Trevi has built a skillfully paired-down Mediterranean menu around the seasons, with simple, masterfully prepared dishes that change subtly with the time of year. Tracking these flavor transformations is like anticipating the turning of autumn leaves, a welcome dose of seasonality in the perennial spring of Los Angeles. Glowing from the warm open kitchen and the Culver City sunlight filtering through street front windows, Fraiche creates an inviting atmosphere that delights in the simple subtleties of the passing of time.

Literati II

Address: 12081 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Literati II
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Building on the success of casual Literati Café, Tony Kouba and wife Paty opened Literati II next door in March 2005. Chef Chris Kidder, a long-time believer in seasonal cooking, delivers the couple's vision for a market-inspired neighborhood restaurant. The literary-themed interior celebrates writers, with portraits of authors and hardcover books ingrained in the structure. Chef Kidder prints a new menu daily, based upon what he scores at the market, but always includes crisp-skinned rotisserie chicken, his signature pork chop, and burger. Chris’ wife, pastry chef Kim Sklar, contributes desserts like churros with bittersweet chocolate dipping sauce.

Gardens

Address: 300 S. Doheny Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90048
Gardens
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In this elegant yet comfortable restaurant located at the Four Seasons hotel, the outdoor seating is surrounded with lush foliage on the garden terrace. The dining room exhibits the red and gold dramatic decor with four large 18th century Italian paintings on two sides of the bright windowed room. The regional and seasonal ingredients accented by Asian flavors in the menu can be complimented by Gardens extensive wine list.

Campanile

Address: 624 South La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Campanile
$$$ Recommended Editor's Pick Special Offer
Campanile opened in 1989. Since then both Campanile has been the recipient of numerous awards and nominations, including Los Angeles Culinary Master of the Year. Campanile offers a friendly atmosphere with plenty of menu options to please almost any palate. Enjoy such dishes as the Pan Roasted Stripped Bass and Kabocha Squash and Ricotta Ravioli. Campanile is great for family and friends to come together and enjoy a good meal and the company of one another. Try Campanile today and your taste buds will thank you.

Le Petit Greek

Address: 127 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Le Petit Greek
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We closed our business, Le Petit Greek, on December 31st, 2023, after 35 years of operation. Thank you all for your support and patronage over the years!

Beau Rivage

Address: 26025 Pacific Coast HWY., Los Angeles, CA 90265