The Most Delectable Mediterranean in Kansas City

Extra Virgin

★★★★☆ 4.1 (596) • $$

"Our original plan was to visit during happy hour on Monday, but it was fully booked when we arrived! We ended up coming back for dinner with a reservation. All the flavors were great! Lots of combinations I wouldn't have thought of, but were delicious. Didn't have time for lots of drinks, so will be back soon. Monday they also have pizza night and half price bottles of wine. Nice ambiance. Would come back again!"

Sinbad's Grill

★★★★★ 4.7 (296) • $

"Stopped in for an early dinner with my husband and we were both pleased with the attentive service and nice staff and the very fresh food. My husband had a gyro and a side salad and I had chicken shawarma. Their salad is very fresh with lots of vegetables. My husband said he really liked the gyro also and my chicken shawarma was flavorful and fresh. I think the thing that stands out most to me about this restaurant is the food is freshly made and quality ingredients. It was very clean also and had reasonable level of sound from the music playing. We were offered a taste of their hummus and it was delicious also. They have many gluten free choices also."

Aladdin Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (391) • $$

"A friend told us about Aladdin. Yum! We started with the hummus and gyro meat appetizer. Absolutely delicious. Eating half of this was my lunch with a side salad. The dressing was very unique and tasty. Hubby got the gyro and rice. He loved the gyro but didn't care for rice. During our visit, the restaurant was pretty cold. It was a cold day in KC. We'll definitely be back. Food: 5/5Facility: 3/5 Service: 4/5Ambiance: 3/5 (nothing fancy but that's okay)Value: 4/5"

The Mad Greek

★★★★☆ 3.9 (326) • $$

"I visited Lawrence for the first time and met some friends at the Mad Greek. What a great recommendation! The restaurant had a nice patio and indoor seating. Parking is metered in front but there is a 2 hour free lot behind. Be sure to order the Saganaki (flaming cheese) appetizer because when your server brings the cheese to your table and lights it on fire the whole restaurant shouts "opa!" The gyros and dolmades are also not to be missed."

The Basha Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4 (287) • $$

"I came in craving a homemade meal and wow was I blown away! My partner and I shared one meal and still came home with leftovers. We wanted to try the Kibbah which is stuffed with ground beef and onions. They had fantastic flavor and was seasoned very well. We also ordered the baba ghanouj served with warm pita bread, I prefer this over hummus personally. The last thing we shared was the creamy chicken and sun-dried tomatoes, it comes over a bed of rice. The service was great overall and super fast! We were in and out in probably 30-40 minutes. It's such a cute and unique restaurant tucked away off of Metcalf."

Hummus and Pita

★★★★★ 4.8 (185) • $$

"We just moved to the area and found Hummus and Pita as a recommendation from Yelp! Such a cute place! It is obviously a neighborhood favorite because people were walking in and out picking up orders! Always a good sign. I got the gyro salad and my partner got the gyro plate. There are several other dishes I want to try on the menu. My gyro salad was yummy. I was actually pleased with the salad dressing. I often throw it away and just use a little olive oil and lime but this was good and thank goodness, not overly sweet! I also got some tzatziki on the side and it was good! They put a lot of yummy veggies in the salad and plenty of gyro which is very flavorful. The same was true with the gyro plate. My partner really enjoyed it! The employees were super friendly! We ordered online for pickup and were given a time about 45 mins out. They called and said they could have it ready in about 15 if we wanted to pick it up early. That was great for us! When we arrived, we were welcomed with a big smile! Nice! My only suggestion would be if there is any way to list the ingredients in the dish online, it would be great! There were a lot of banana peppers in my salad but as much as I like peppers, I don't like banana peppers. I just pulled them out, but I would have just said to leave them off if that option existed. That doesn't affect my opinion of this gem! We will definitely be back!"

Papu’s Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (256) • $

"Papu's hits that unique niche of being gas-station restaurant that pulls it off pretty well. I love Mediterranean cuisine in general, so I've visited Papu's a handful of times over the years. For starters, you can order online and I really prefer that for takeout. It's a well oiled machine and makes for a quick pickup.The food can be pretty good for a fast option; the chicken shawarma flavor is pretty good. I have some constructive tweaks on some other items. The shawarma sandwich has good flavor but everything could stand to be cut up a bit more. Huge long strands of lettuce and red onion, and large chicken chunks make it hard to eat.The hummus is rough here. It has very little flavor, and it's gritty and watery. While it'll be hard for me to be a regular here, I'm always open to giving a few other menu items a try here and there."

Mr. Gyros Greek Food & Pastry

★★★★☆ 3.9 (254) • $$

"Mr. Gyros is one of my favorite places to grab a gyro. I always get the classic gyro. The pita is always soft and chewy. The meat is flavorful and tender. The tzatziki adds a nice creaminess to the sandwich. I also like the Greek salad. The produce is always fresh and I absolutely love their Greek vinaigrette. I usually even add some to my gyro. If you go during lunch they run a special-any sandwich plus a side soup or salad for $10.95 (I believe but prices could fluctuate.)I also like the dolmades or stuffed grape leaves. They have great flavor and it's a fun unique thing to order."

Olive Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (186) • $

"Olive cafe is an amalgamation of a great Middle Eastern grocery store and the buffet. The store offers staple Middle Eastern products like canned hummus, olives, mango juice etc. and the buffet offers the freshest food you'll ever eat! From fresh salads to the canned apricots and pineapple in syrup served in the buffet, everything was top notch!Here's my observation with regards to the-Food:1. Chicken kebabs were soft, flavorful and delectable.2. Hummus, salads, pita, falafel- delicious!3. Lamb shanks, chicken legs- delicious to the core, perfectly cooked with herbs and spices.4. All veggies- eggplant, zucchini, fries- Delicious! 5. Lentil soup and clove flavored rice- what a combination! Perfect food for soul! Please do try this combination.6. Chicken kofta- Oh so yummy and not chewy at all! Ambience etc:1. You enter the cafe and head straight to the buffet area on your right.2. Clean store and extremely well setup buffet area with spacious seating.3. Food is self service ofcourse and you eat in high quality disposable plates. The cutlery is disposable too but it's of a high quality so the plastic doesn't crack on you while you eat.3. You pay at the counter after you're done and leave with a full tummy and a happy pocket! I loved eating here and will return soon."

Queen Sweets & Bakery

★★★★★ 4.6 (172) • $$

"A genuinely flavorful experience awaits here. The dishes were expertly prepared and served in generous portions. The service was efficient and attentive, especially when we asked for recommendations and explanations about the menu. The chicken shawarma plate featured fluffy rice, tender and flavorful chicken, creamy smooth hummus, and a well-seasoned green salad. Although we were too full for dessert, the display case looked incredibly tempting, showcasing beautifully crafted options like apple pie and pecan pie. The location is convenient, though it may not be widely known. Be sure to stop in and treat yourself to something fresh and delicious--everything is well made and healthy!"

Baba's Pantry

★★★★★ 4.8 (153) • $$

"After a round of golf in the greater KC area, my friend couldn't stop raving about Baba's, so I had to see what all the hype was about. And let me tell you, Baba's Pantry truly lives up to its reputation as one of the best Mediterranean spots in the Kansas City area. Even though it's a bit of a drive for me, I'll definitely be back, especially after a good round of golf!I ordered the Chicken Shawarma wrap, and wow, it was amazing! Perfectly moist, with a balanced filling that brought so much joy to each bite. If you like a bit of heat, do yourself a favor and get a side of their hot sauce--it adds the perfect kick for any spice lover like myself.They're also generous with the portions. The wrap alone was satisfying, but the large serving of fries sealed the deal. I even tried a bite of my friend's falafel, and I was pleasantly surprised. I've never been a huge falafel fan, but Baba's were moist, flavorful, and unlike the dry ones I've had elsewhere. Plus, the hummus! Whether it came with my friend's meal or as a side, they really don't hold back. So much hummus, and it was delicious!The space inside is cozy, with just a few tables (about 4-5), giving it a laid-back café vibe. Be prepared to wait during peak lunch hours, but trust me--it's worth it!"

Yafa Cafe Mediterranean Cuisines and Catering

★★★★★ 4.8 (134) • $$

"Their large salad portion is huge!!!!I got the Greek salad with chicken. A very good portion on top and it was marinated so well. I should have just gotten the regular portion, I only ended up eating about half of the greens.Service was lovely, but we didn't know that you pay up front. I got a piece of walnut baklava to go, it was a really small slice that was 3.50$..We did ask for a box to go for another meal, but the box had flakes of something in it. We were in a hurry so we just wiped it off and used it anyway..."

Kinzi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (163) • $$

"On a recent visit to the Mission area of town, we were on the hunt for something yummy for the whole family...Enter Kinzi!Lots of great reviews, awesome location on Johnson Drive, and a super yummy-looking menu brought us here for lunch on a late 2023 Friday.The dining room is nice, comfortable, and clean - very standard fare for a strip mall setup. It's open seating inside, so we grabbed a comfy booth on the wall, and were promptly provided menus and waters.Three out of four of us ordered miscellaneous, myriad, Mediterranean meats and eats. Our "picky" eater always provides us a bit of a challenge. Upon asking, our waitress graciously agreed to a "plain rice-and-chicken" dish that the kitchen could whip up to satisfy his tastebuds. Perfect!All the food came out quickly, and was utterly, absolutely delicious! I asked for extra spice in my biryani, and I'm glad I did, as even with the "extra", it was what I would rate a moderate-mild level of spice. But, said biryani, falafel, all dips, gyro and rice were all fantastic!Our waitress appeared to be the only person working the entire dining room, so, while she kept pretty busy, it did make for slightly slow service at each table. Prices were on par with what you would expect - not high, not low. Family of four with entrees for all, one appetizer, and waters all around ended up at ~$75 including tip.Food = 5/5Facility = 4/5Service = 3/5Ambiance = 3/5Value = 3/5"

Tasso's Greek Restaurant & Grocery

★★★★☆ 3.5 (234) • $$

"I love Greek food! I was in the area to drop off a friend to her car and drove past Tasso's and immediately knew what I was having for dinner.This is an authentic Greek restaurant. The meals and drinks are rather pricey but worth it. On the weekend they put on a live show where the patrons can participate. Opa! Have you ever wanted to learn how to belly dance? Well, come here and you can learn for free! If your life is full of stress and frustration and you are looking for a way to release it, come to Tasso's and pay $3 per plate to break (literally on their floor and they will sweep it up).Seriously, it's a family fun environment. The owner is very nice and accommodating."

Greek Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.1 (147) • $

"Well, this is embarrassing. We've lived around the corner from Greek Cuisine for no less than eight years, yet, we just now finally popped in for supper!Commence with egg on face.The food here is awesome! Wifey and I ordered enough to kill a horse, wanting to try a little bit of (almost) everything! ZERO regrets on that, though, as everything was very, very good! All the greek favorites are here, and everything was fresh and awesome! We admitted to the lovely lady working the counter that it was our first visit, and she was tremendously helpful with assisting in our selections! She even talked us into a couple extra things (see aforementioned note on over-ordering!), and the recommendations were perfect!We chose to eat on-premise, which was a clean, if a bit sparse, dining room. We were the only patrons to dine in that evening, but the counter was NON-STOP with to-go traffic and order pickup. I'd guess that no less than 20 folks ordered while we ate (and moaned for a few minutes after finishing) on site over a 30 minute span!That said, if you are really into the "festive" side of eating in a Greek restaurant, such as at one of our other favorites in town (rhymes with "masso's"), you may be a bit let-down with the straight forward approach here.We will be frequent flyers here now for the amazing food and service!Food = 5/5Facility = 3/5Service = 5/5Ambiance = 1/5Value = 3/5"

Mediterranean Taste

★★★★★ 4.9 (92)

"Delicious authentic Mediterranean fare. Friendly personalized service. Highly recommend!"

Kari's on 39th

★★★★★ 4.5 (87) • $$

"This place is amazing! Probably the best Mediterranean I've had in town. I enjoyed the appetizer platter - the baba ganoush was my favorite, and the falafel was light and crisp. The portions were generous and I was able to make another meal out of it, even after sharing some of the chicken shawarma with a friend. Oh, and the lentil soup was probably some of the best I've had - especially delicious after squeezing a little lemon on it. Will definitely be going back soon, and would definitely recommend!"

Queen of Mediterranean

★★★★☆ 4.2 (85)

"Order dinner tonight, and everything was perfect. Beef gyro plate (saffron rice, veggies, gyro, pita, hummus, Mediterranean salad), falafel with tahini, and tiramisu. The falafel are light and crispy, with delightfully fresh tahini and tzatziki.The beef gyro is so flavorful, and the rice, veggies, and salad were a perfect compliment. Only regret is that we should have ordered more than one cake"

Royal Gyros

★★★★☆ 3.9 (84) • $

"I ordered the Gyro Plate - large. It came with several slices of beef and lamb gyro meat, pieces of pita and tzikki sauce. Choice of rice (I chose yellow) and choice of hummus or babaganush (I chose hummus). Plus a mall salad with a tasty vinaigrette type dressing, tomato, cheese, onion and cucumbers on top of lettuce. Really good. Self serve drinks."

Jerusalem Cafe -Independence

★★★★☆ 4.3 (67)

"This is a fun vegetarian friendly stop in Independence with one of the largest lemonades I have ever had- and it was SOOOOO GOOD. The merch is cheeky and funny! The food was amazing! I got the vegetarian platter with spinach pie, falafel, grape leaves, hummus and the lentil soup and saffron rice! I also ordered rice pudding for dessert too. Not only were the portions more than generous, the staff was so accommodating answering my questions and making sure all the food was vegetarian friendly that I ordered! It's a great stop for fresh and healthy mediterranean flavorful food."

The Belle Epoque Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (49)

"Such a great little gem. I have eaten here 3 times and each time has been such a wonderful experience. The medallions at dinner are the most tender meat ever and the desserts are amazing. For lunch I had a sweet potato bun mini sliders and didn't know the flavors would have me craving for another visit. This is a great date spot and the servers are great. I enjoyed the throwback Gatsby decor, actually googling the name it is the Belle Epoque Era."

Mediterranean Market

★★★★★ 4.7 (40)

"I think this is the best Gyro in the city. And there are a LOT of good gyros here!I've shopped here a few times before and today was hoping/thinking they'd have orange blossom water, plus was also ravenous... This gyro is exactly what I needed. Fresh, hot meat. Crisp onions and lettuce and actually ripe tomatoes. Lots of lovely tzatziki. Fresh, chewy, warm naan.And I had to try the pistachio baklava so I have a baseline to consider when making my baklava rice krispie treats (which is what the orange blossom water is for). Next trip I'm diving into one of their Mediterranean pizzas..."

KC Gyro Guys

★★★★☆ 3.9 (54) • $

"Great dinner, about $30 for Beef Gyro, chicken salad and gyro fries. 2 people and we couldn't finish it all. Great taste, well seasoned. Love the dressing."

Gyro King & Kabobs

★★★★☆ 4 (1) • $$

"This new food truck offered great service, delicious food and generous portions during my takeout lunch visit.The gyro rice platter ($13.99) included flavorful rice, perfectly cooked beef and lamb, fresh veggies and a tasty sauce.I found the service to be cheerful, helpful and fast - nice!I also noticed a nearby picnic table.Very nice!"