The Most Delectable Mediterranean in Miami

Crazy About You

★★★★☆ 4.2 (2618) • $$

"I dined at Crazy About You twice while visiting Miami. That never happens when I'm on vacation, which shows how much I liked the restaurant. I wasn't able to get a table because they were booked on both nights, so I sat at the bar outside. The view outside is magnificent at night, so it was actually the perfect spot to sit in the restaurant.The first night, I had the Black Truffle Linguine. It was delicious!! The entree also came with a side, so I tried the Smoked Mahi Mahi Dip.The second night, I had the Wagyu Double Cheeseburger. It tasted great, and I recommend it also.By the way, the drinks here are awesome!"

Poseidon Greek Restaurant & Outdoor Lounge

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1159) • $$$

"We came here for an early dinner (6pm) and the place was empty except for us and 2 other tables of 2. The servers were nice and helpful with the menu. It was very romantic there (for me and my hubby and our 2 girls lol). What we swallowed:*SAMPLER PLATTER: Hummus, tzatziki, feta with pita. I love the variety and it was so yummy.*CRISPY CALAMARI: This was so good. Lightly breaded, it reminded me of our time back in Naxos.*CHICKEN SOUVLAKI: This was really good, lemony and fresh, very tasty. My girls loved it.*SEAFOOD PASTA: This was my favorite dish in Greece and this dish did not disappoint. Elegant and flavorful, the was the perfect dish.*BAKLAVA with ICE CREAM: Flaky, cinnamony, sticky... married beautifully with the vanilla ice cream. This was the perfect way to end such a beautiful dinner.This was such an elegant way to end our vacation and I'm glad we ended it here. All the flavors brought us back to our wonderful vacation in Greece and the night was such a relaxing time."

Safron Mediterranean Grill

★★★★★ 4.7 (928) • $$

"I stopped in with a friend for a more casual meal after days of dining at fancier restaurants. This is a small family-owned spot that serves entirely halal meat. It was pretty quiet for a Saturday night on Miami Beach; we were sat immediately. The menu has the standard variety of choices you'd find at most other Turkish restaurants. We each ordered our own entree as well as a Cigar Rolls (fried cheese rolls) appetizer to share. All of the food came out very quickly. The Cigar Rolls were cooked perfectly but could've had a little more flavor. My Lamb Shish Kebab Platter was delicious. The lamb pieces were flavorful and moist. The fries I requested in place of the rice were crispy and salted perfectly. I still got to try the rice by sampling from my friend's platter; I'd rank it highly compared to what I've tried elsewhere. The mixed salad was simple and accompanied the meal very well. The veggies were clearly very crisp and fresh. The server consistently checked on us throughout the meal. My friend and I really enjoyed our meal here. It says a lot about the food, as both of us dine at new Turkish restaurants regularly. I'd recommend this spot to anyone looking for an authentic and enjoyable meal on Miami Beach."

Byblos Miami

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1102) • $$$

"On a recent work trip in Miami, a few of us and some clients decided to try out this place. We decided to do family style and share a little bit of everything. The restaurant was a bit small but still had a decent amount of seats and we were able to get a table relatively quickly. Our server was very nice and gave us different suggestions on what to get/what's good to share.Everything we had was delicious and was so flavorful. I've never been a huge Mediterranean fan but I loved everything there. I highly recommend it and could see myself coming back !"

Mini Pita Mediterranean Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (728) • $$

SAWA Restaurant & Lounge

★★★★☆ 4 (766) • $$

"I've had a lot of great memories throughout the years at Sawa. It's a consistent Mediterranean-Japanese (you read that right) restaurant that survived through all the ups and downs. The menu is quite extensive, so I'm sure everyone could find something they like. On a nice Florida day it's best to sit outside where they have a nice open door ambiance in a safe location, within a courtyard of Merrick park mall. Service recently was splendid. Joseph took great care. My go to dish has traditionally been the salmon kebabs, which typically come out great. I have tried the Japanese menu which too which I recall being nice. Most recently I went with the lamb lollipops and red pepper hummus. Comparative to dishes past, I wouldn't really reorder these. I just preferred the other dishes. The dessert baklava was nice. Sawa is a place I'd recommend! Enjoy."

Kómma Mediterranean Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 (674) • $$$

"This restaurant accommodated our large group of 20 and I must say that I was impressed with EVERYTHING they sent over. Service was wonderful and the patio was classy and breezy. The tables were set up and ready for us as soon as we got there, and food came out right after we ordered drinks.Cocktails/mocktails: Our group had a bunch of both, and they were all very good. I'm partial to mezcal drinks, so I really liked their options on that. The mocktail group really liked the lychee mocktail, though some found it too sweet. Hummus/dips sampler platter: All of the hummus was good--my favorite was surprisingly the beet (I don't actually think this was hummus). It was lightly sweet and beet-fragrant, and I honestly ate it on its own because it was so good. Pita was also toasty and made just right. Ground meat kabobs: I didn't want to butcher the name, so I just left it with the description. They were like little meatballs, which were a bit dense. I actually wish they were slightly bigger in the hopes that it wouldn't be as firm after being cooked, but flavor was great.Chicken kabobs: This is chicken breast meat, and it was incredibly tender and juicy. Usually I avoid this dish as most places make it dry and not very good, but Komma made it perfectly--we had around 4 giant dishes of this and it was done well every time.Grilled vegetables: You can't go wrong with grilled vegetables, assuming it was cooked through. This was, and it actually paired well with our leftover dips/hummus. Dessert platter: The lava cake was a giant favorite, as well as the baklava. To be fair, the baked rice pudding was also good, but I thought it was a bit plain. I generally prefer middle eastern baklava and Indian kheer though, so it's definitely just a preference thing. My fiance was wildly into their other dessert, which was some sort of custard wrapped in phyllo. Basically, everyone liked at least one or more of all the desserts. Go with what your taste buds usually like and you won't be disappointed.Our giant group waddled out the restaurant satiated and incredibly happy. I highly recommend coming here for large events/parties, or just for a romantic date night."

Sufrat Mediterranean Grill

★★★★☆ 4.4 (609) • $$

Izgara Mediterranean Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.6 (556) • $$

"I have had Izgara on my list for a while but to be honest the little plaza it is in gives me stress getting in and out. However I kept seeing such positive reviews on Facebook that I had to suck it up and give them a try. My husband and I shared a lentil soup. It was so good. The best thing about Mediterranean restaurants is that depending on what region they are from, the food is different and this lentil soup was delicious! I had the grilled salmon salad. It was HUGE! The salad was basically Israeli salad, feta and lettuce. I could have done within the potato sticks...in house they were a nice crunch, but I took home the leftovers and they did get a little soggy...while the rest of the salad was still amazing 2 days later. The salmon was perfectly cooked. I feel the onions need like 12 stars! I could have eaten a whole bowl of that alone. Everything was so tasty. My husband had the lamb platter with sweet potato fries. He said it was very good. The dish comes with hummus and he hates it so he asked for it on a separate dish. Lucky for me! I love hummus and it was delicious. We had baklava for dessert. It was a free dessert with Yelp check in. I wish I could have said I loved it but I didn't. It was the only part of the meal that was underwhelming. It was dry and just...not great. Trust me, this one thing won't stop me from returning. The meal was very good. Soda is served in a can. It's definitely a downer. It also won't keep me from returning. Service was friendly and helpful. The restaurant is clean & the tables are nicely spaced. Looking forward to going back and trying more of the menu."

Casa Tua Cucina

★★★★☆ 3.7 (792) • $$$

"As a tourist, I'm shocked Los Angeles doesn't have a similar type of setup to Casa Tua Cucina, as I know it would definitely do really well there. Us Angelenos love ourselves not only a food hall, but also an Italian one at that. My fingers are crossed this restaurant makes its way over to the West Coast someday. Although I called this a food hall, it's still more like a sit-down restaurant with different food stations and a menu you order from. What makes it unique is its open-kitchen concept but times eleven because that's how many there are from pasta, pizza, grilled meats, a wine bar and more. We ordered the tagliolini pasta with black truffle, seafood crudo and a mixed kebab plate with rib-eye and filet mignon as well as glasses of wine. Everything tasted authentic and delicious, I wished I could've tried more of their menu. The meal turned out kind of pricey but hey, when on vacation, right? Service was good despite being quite packed and bustling, our waitress was attentive and came by periodically to check on us. We came in on a busy Saturday night but were seated after waiting around 10 minutes which was nice and probably could be attributed to how large the space is."

Aladdin Market & Grill

★★★★★ 4.8 (432) • $$

"We were planning to go for dinner but they close at 4 pm on Sundays so we went at 2 pm instead. Here's what we ordered:Unsweetened tea Raspberry tea - really good!Beirut beerMuhammaraGrape leavesHummus with meat Mahi mahi lunch platter with lentil rice and sweet potato saladChicken Shawarma saladFalafel platter with hummus and tabouliAnother hummus with meat with fries as my mealKenafeh for dessert - it takes time to prepare but is shareable and totally worth it!Turkish coffee Look for my pictures in the general photos because I can't add any more to my post."

The Greek Joint Kitchen & Bar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (524) • $$

"This was my first visit to The Greek Joint. I turned to Yelp, of course, when the restaurant one street over was completely booked. I love Greek food, so It was worth a try! The staff was friendly and very attentive, from the first moment until the end. The food was very good, and the prices on par with other restaurants in the area, but maybe slightly higher than expected compared to other Greek restaurants. The dip Platter was a great starter, I loved the spicy fetta spread the best. The stuffed grape leaves were really good, but not what we were expecting. They were warm with a combination of rice and meat, topped with a creamy lemon sauce. My husband had the gyro, sorry he didn't let me get a pic before he tore into it. It was filled with meat, tomatoes, onion, and a healthy serving of tzatziki. His fries were thick and crispy; it also came with a small side salad. I chose 2 separate items rather than an entree. The Spanokopita was tasty with the flaky filo and plenty of spinach filling. My salad was huge, but not what I expected, as there was not your typical lettuce base, which is what I was looking for. It was good, but again, not as expected. I think more details on the menu would be helpful, especially for items that may be different from the norm. We skipped dessert as the items listed weren't typical Greek desserts, which was a bit disappointing, but we were full anyway. I would definitely return though, especially for a casual lunch."

Al Natour Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 (489) • $$

"Located in a strip mall with free but busy parking. Not much flare when you get inside, quite a few tables. I don't think they take reservations. I'd say this is a casual spot. It seems very authentic. I felt the food hearty, yet my kafta was missing a bit of spice. I liked the spicy rice. The meal included a salad which was good and some pickles which I felt a little salty. I didn't love the pita. The bathroom could have used some love. Service was friendly, but a bit absent. Prices were decent given the portion. I can see why it seemed a lot of families came here."

Miami Mediterranean Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.3 (416)

"I order from here via Uber Eats whenever I am craving something a bit more healthy and meatless. I usually get the mixed appetizer. It has so many good, yummy items in it: hummus, babaghanoush, tabouli, sauced eggplant, stuffed grape leaves, falafel, and a lot of pita bread. Recently I tried their lentil soup. It was a pureed soup, not chunky, which surprised me, but the flavors were so good! The prices via Uber Eats aren't too bad either."

El Turco Turkish Food

★★★★☆ 4.4 (348) • $$

"Great tasting Turkish food. Had the calamari which is grilled and on a bed of cauliflower mash. It was excellent! We also had a vegetarian bowl that had an array of dips and stuffed grape leaves. It was so good! Loved it! The meatball dish in a yogurt sauce was delicious as wellTop notch, happy servers and a beautiful setting. Absolutely will be back This restaurant makes me happy to live in Miami"

ASTRA

★★★☆☆ 3 (745) • $$$

"Such a pretty rooftop restaurant in a cool artsy area. We came here with a big bachelorette party and loved the ambiance, food, and service. It was kind of fun to have a photographer come around and take pictures of us (that they then tried to sell to us afterwards) too. We started with some bottles of white and saganaki cheese, ahi tuna, ceviche for appetizers. Everything was delicious! For our entrees we shared the lobster pasta, grilled salmon, burrata salad, short rib, and another salad on the menu. Everything was divine- my favorite was the lobster pasta. Portions were huge too so it was great to share and try everything."

Al Salam Halal Mediterranean Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (382) • $$

"I love shopping here just for a few of my favorite things! They make fresh pita every day 5 for $2 you can't beat that! The brand of hummus they have is by far my favorite hummus that I have ever had besides homemade hummus. The olive bar is nice fresh the beats are beautiful and vibrant. They have this amazing nut honey which is a beautiful display of nuts inside of the honey.There is also a meat counter in the back with all the fresh Halal meats you can't go wrong with that.Also I love the Sadaf cardamom tea generally I order it on Amazon I saw it at the store last time I was there but it did not have a price on it... Next time I will ask. Check out is always easy and fast the gentleman at the counter is always nice and efficient. I had more photos, I lost them so I'll go back & take more soon!"

Timo

★★★★☆ 4.1 (364) • $$$

"The summary of my experience here would really be two fold--a quality of menu selections normally associated with a more pretentious atmosphere combined with an owner that really cares about service. This combination made for a wonderful night of food and conversation.I had a chance to add some new Italian craft beers to my belt and for the food we shared some appetizers to start and then sampled a few entrées around the table though I was not giving up the bulk of the foie gras ravioli that was on special which I had for my main meal.The CARBONARA PIZZA WITH HOUSE CURED PANCETTA, BECHAMEL & CARAMELIZED ONIONS was truly outstanding. I tried the MEZZI RIGATONI CARBONARA WITH SPINACH, PEAS, PANCETTA, BLACK PEPPER AND POACHED FARM EGG which was excellent but the ravioli special I had along with another pasta special were a notch better.Though there was dessert at the table I passed on having any and also ended up taking half of my ravioli home to enjoy the next day.As a side note there is parking in the back which might be the best place to try first before going through the limited spaces in front and then having to circle around if there is nothing open."

Motek Coral Gables

★★★★☆ 4.3 (329)

"Definitely one of the best restaurants on the Mile, if not all of the Gables! We love their happy hour for its great offering of both drinks and snacks. The chicken shawarma, the sweet labneh that's served with the zucchini latkes, falafel, and everything else is amazing. Every bartender and server we've had has been top notch! And the decor is very inviting."

Motek Aventura

★★★★☆ 4.2 (316) • $$

"Motek was better than anticipated.The first time we had Motek in Aventura was last year and we were thoroughly impressed with the service, ambience, and food. Our server last time was Hugo and he was on top of everything and so wonderful. Very accommodating as well. We got the Shakshuka and avocado toast last time. Both were divine. I must say the Shakshuka here is the best I've ever had. It had so much flavor and the challah was amazing. We sat outdoors and it was so beautiful out at the time. The patio is always busy.This time, we decided to sit indoors as it was way too hot and humid to sit outside. Our server was David and he was great. We ordered a few different items, including the chicken Shawarma platter, spicy salmon ceviche and fennel pomegranate salad. I saw photos of the chicken Shawarma and opted to try that. So happy we did because it was bomb! I loved that they cut the chicken into small bite-size pieces. The hummus was super smooth and creamy and fresh. The side salad was refreshing. I wish they gave more bread to dip with the hummus and for eating with the Shawarma. We only got one thin piece of naan underneath the chicken and we should've asked for more.The spicy salmon ceviche was on point! I'm so happy we decided to try that. I loved the added texture of bell peppers and other flavors in there. It didn't just taste like citrus but it had a punch of spice and good flavor all in all. Same with the ceviche dish, I wish they provided more bread to eat with the ceviche. The fennel pomegranate salad was also good and refreshing, but we were so full that we didn't get to finish it. I tried to pack the remaining salad, but it kept leaking so eventually I ended up tossing it, which seemed like a waste because I would have loved to finish the leftover later.I would highly recommend as it's a whole vibe here. We love Mediterranean food in general and this is always a good experience thus far. Check it out if you get a chance. They have a new location opening soon in south Miami. Motek is taking over the old Prime Fish location.Love me some Motek! Thanks for great experiences on both visits. I'm seriously impressed."

Strawberry Moon

★★★★☆ 4.1 (322)

"Loved their happy hour and their decent room of bites ! It's used to be limited but now they are more flexible . I remember when happy hour was on in the pool area then it loved to just the bar ."

Beirut Doral Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (315) • $$

"I really enjoyed my time here with friends. We noticed this place after dining recently next door at a nice Italian restaurant. This restaurant has gorgeous decor - see my pictures as proof. The service was friendly and sweet. They have printed menus which show pictures of their dishes - which I always appreciate. Food for me is VISUAL, as well as the taste. It makes it easier to order as you know what you are technically getting. To be noted my food looked exactly as the photos depicted.They have a lovely outside deck area - which overlooks the canal there. Whilst there we saw fish, ducks and skiers. Such a pleasant spot.I sampled their rosewater and lemon lemonade - which was very pleasant. I also tried their vegetarian platter - which offers a nice introduction. I recommend this place and will most definitely come back."

Marash Turkish Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.4 (267) • $$

"Excellent Turkish food. Super authentic. I came for a birthday dinner so got to sample a bunch of dishes. Honestly, everything was very good and extremely fresh. I'm still dreaming of the shepherd salad. Also, get the kunefe for dessert. Service is very friendly and prices are great. I hope to be back during my next Miami trip!"

Amal

★★★★☆ 4.1 (294) • $$$

"Very nice ambiance, good was tasty. Service was pretty good too. We ordered a couple things to share (mostly appetizers) and a chicken kebab to try. The chicken was very good- juicy and flavorful. The kibbeh was good, not too dry like the usual Kinney ive eaten! I also liked the sauce beneath it. We got the meat and zaatar manoush (although the picture shows cheese the waitress kindly changed for us). The zaatar and meat one were very good. The baba ghanoush was good and so was the nabulsi salad!Overall it was a great time, if I really had one thing to comment on would be that an a period spritz was kinda pricey at $20 each. Will be back!"

Al Basha Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (307)

"This place most definitely caught my eye as I was looking at places to eat so I was like why not let's give it a try we walked in we were greeted immediately and seated wherever we wanted to sit The server came by right as we sat down to excellent customer service!!Drinks: Brisk tea 10/10We jump straight to the entrée because we were about to take a tour in Miami and we needed some food before that tour and let me tell you we picked the right place to go!!I ordered a platter combo (47) which came with Beef kebab and shrimp kebab with rice, hummus and a salad! The meat was so flavorful my mouth was drooling I finished my whole plate that's how much time they spend making quality food!! 10/10 I wasn't disappointed by not one thing!!!!My friend ordered a platter combo(45) as well with Gyro meat & chicken with rice, hummus and a salad! He finished his plate as well 10/10!If you go to Miami and you are looking for a great quick Mediterranean stop I most definitely recommend this spot! Go check it out!"

Shiraz Bistro & Market

★★★★★ 4.6 (230) • $$

Daily Bread

★★★★☆ 4.2 (272) • $$

Sea Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (298) • $$$

"Good food - slow service. For the second time we out to dinner with about 10 others. We all ordered cocktails and dinner. Drinks were good and strong but the food came out in a slow crawl. I was taking pictures through the dinner and there were nothing but smiles before and after our drinks arrived. After another 30 minutes slowly a plate would show up and the rest of us would pout. Most annoying dinner moment has to be seeing a plate cross by you to land in front of someone else. Every bite was delicious and cooked to perfection. No one had anything bad about to say about the food. Worth the wait? Don't know if we could justify the wait. Those that chose to have appetizers had either oysters or soup .... I ordered the Spanakopita and it appeared when at least 2 others were served their entrees. But it was delicious. No clue what was going on in the kitchen that was cause the large wait. Restaurant looked less than half filled.The quality of the food keeps this place worth visiting again, (lamb or grouper is always a great choice) but hopefully the service moves faster."

Pesto Cafe and grill

★★★★★ 4.9 (189)

"First time ever coming here and the food was good. It was hard to pick just one thing off the menu because everything looked so good. I ordered the Florentine Eggs Benedict that was not on the menu, but I saw several pictures! Service was fast. The portions were pretty good! Plan to come again and try some new things."

Pita Pockets

★★★★★ 4.7 (190) • $

"What a treat to have discovered this place. Thank you Yelpers!Pita Pockets is a hole in the wall tupe of place in an unassuming strip mall in Key Biscayne. You won't see this place from the street...it's at the end of the strip mall.Very high quality products, generous portions and delicious food, served with a smile. How great (and rare) is that in Miami?Happy to support local and independent businesses. I also love how the owner was wearing an American flag T-shirt. Gotta love businesses that love their country. Happy to support these guys and will be back!"

Sultan Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (411) • $$

"At the risk of sounding like Gordon Gecko or Milton Friedman, Supply and Demand baby...Sultan has been open on Collins Avenue since I might have needed an enhanced ID to enjoy nightlife. This is a cozy spot with a few inside and outside tables next to one of the classic clubs on the beach. If not 24 hour, they are open pretty late. So yes, they're going to be pricey.Though not in a clubbing day, I stopped Friday night after cocktails nearby, needing some sustenance, and enjoyed their chicken kabob platter with fries and hummus. The chicken was pretty juicy and the fries crispy. My hummus could have been a little richer and / or seasoned like my usual Mediterranean spot but no biggie. Make sure to save space for their baklava in I believe a honey sauce. It's slightly flaky and with a good balanced sweetness. Perfect to complete your recovery dinner!"

Nostimo Greek Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (228) • $$

"Hey Guys Hey!What more can I say??? I'm in absolute love with this cute little Mediterranean spot. Omg, the Greek salad was an absolute hit. Just the right amount of onions (I'm salivating as I write this) olives, feta cheese, and peppers. The shrimp were a nice size and grilled to perfection. I will absolutely recommend this place and I might even go back once a week. As a treat to myself lol I have nothing bad to say. It's cute, clean and in my favorite side of Miami....One last thing that I felt was a little off putting....I received a 15% coupon from Yelp once I checked in. The instructions said to alert an employee to redeem, which I did and was told by the waiter that I couldn't use it. That sucked but other than that, a wonderful experience"

Pita Xpress Mediterranean Grill

★★★★☆ 4.4 (192) • $$

"I was in the area doing some errands and thought this place is a just quick grab and go sandwich type of place. No, it was much more than that. It gives a very casual, fast food joint kind of appearance but the food is super authentic and give a run for major restaurants. It appeals to the core foodies and picky eaters alike. I ordered their Sabich sandwich. I never tried Sabich before and I know it is an authentic dish. I was also in the mood for vegetarian food that day. Omg, it turned out to be DELICIOUS. It has so many ingredients but the star of them was the thin wafery slices of eggplant. I know many people hate eggplant due to its mushiness. If you are one of those, this place wouldnt disappoint you. Because the slices were thin and soft but neither crispy nor mushy. You have the option of adding their hot sauce (which I did) and it was really good. They also have a salad bar that is complimentary. I loved the spicy chickpeas, pickled beets and the thin fried bread sticks (a must try). The portions were decent, price was reasonable and a big parking lot right in front. Checks on all fronts!!"

Pita Grill & Market

★★★★☆ 4 (230) • $$

Taula Fresh Cut Mediterranean Food

★★★★☆ 4.3 (194) • $

"100000/10! Stopped in after going to the Elev8tion gym next door, not once but TWO days in a row. That's how good this place is. They offer a 24 oz and 36oz bowl and the 36oz is a steal at around $16. This place is like a Mediterranean chipotle. Incredibly fresh, huge portions, the people are so kind, and lots of seating or you can take it to go. You can get rice, couscous, and/or fried potatoes as a base- all are fantastic options. They have vegetarian and meat options- the chicken (they have a spicy and non spicy version) is fantastic. My husband loved the beef- and they really load you up on meat. You don't walk out of their feeling shorted at all. Top it with pickled onions, tabouleh, and cucumber/tomato salad, hummus and or tzatziki and then a selection of their sauces. The lemon one that's yellow is stupid good. They have a ton of other options as well and even have wine and beer. They also give you a water cup and have bottled sodas, etc.Best place ever- MUST visit!!!"