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Ciya Mediterranean Cuisine

4.8 (765 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Tzatziki changed my life
Stephen D.

This place has ruined me! The Tzatziki sauce alone is worth the trip and I could eat that everyday if I could. The feta rolls were delicious but I found myself dipping them in tzatziki vs the yogurt sauce it came it. The CIYA wrap was also extremely delicious. Great ratio in every bite. Plus also added tzatziki. LOL Don't skip this place as it's truly a destination in and of itself

Edward K.

One of the best Mediterranean meals I've had. We tried both the ground lamb and beef kebab and the grilled chicken plate. The lamb and beef had great char, strong seasoning and stayed juicy. The chicken was tender, flavorful and cooked well without drying out. The hummus, rice, salad and warm pita rounded everything out. Fresh food, generous portions and an easy spot to recommend for Mediterranean food and kebabs.

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KC C.

Five stars is right! Great place for a sit-down dinner or even a grab and go. I couldn't tell from photos if it was casual or fancy; it was in-between with a touch of more casual. Reservations are not necessary BUT welcome. It was pretty busy when we came around 6:30pm on a Friday night. The food is SOOOO good. I have to go back and try other things. For my group of three HUNGRY women, we shared the branzino and adana kebob. Both entrees came with veggies, rice and pitas, so it was plenty. It also comes with a salad, but since we were ordering the Greek salad, we decided to do extra veggies in lieu of the salad. And don't forget to save room for dessert. All this for $90 after tax and tip. Can't beat that! we left with our bellies so full I had to sleep upright. There were several men waiting on us, but Oktay was the most memorable as he was funny. Service was spectacular. Parking is pretty easy. The restaurant is located on the main street, but there's street parking everywhere. Will definitely be back again with my family and friends!

Iskra M.

Family-owned and operated restaurants are my favorite to support. Whenever I come in, I'm greeted like a cousin :) they're so happy to see me. I love that! The food is delicious. I usually get the chicken platter, but I've also tried the lamb and the fish. All delicious! You really can't go wrong. At this point, just try the menu because the flavors are making my mouth water just thinking about them. The chicken platter comes with hummus, pita bread, and a salad with a unique dressing (YUM!). And if you eat there, they'll probably bring you extra pita bread :) The place isn't very big inside, but it's big enough for around 18-20 people to sit comfortably. It's a nice little spot to hang out and enjoy your food.

Megan Y.

Great spot on the main strip of HMB! We came for lunch on a Friday and were seated immediately. The staff was so sweet in taking our orders and checking in on us. We got lentil soup, babaganoush, the chicken shish and Adana kebabs. Everything was great! We loved the lentil soup and Adana the most. My chicken was good too, although some pieces felt a bit rubbery. Would definitely come back in the future!

Avinash V.

Found a hidden gem on half Moon Bay. If you're around this area, please do not forget to visit this place. The owners name is Hasan and he's an amazing man. We had one of the best fresh caught Bronzino and Seabass here subtle flavors, great cooking, and one of the best hospitalities that we have seen here in the area it's pretty much a busy place with the touristy stuff, but these people are family run business and I love it. Once you enter this place is a small seating but they have a big heart with amazing people. I want you guys to enjoy this experience. Parking is always full, so come with patience

Lamb-Beef Gyro Wrap
Nat P.

Stumbled upon this great restaurant in downtown Half Moon Bay and it was a delight! Was greeted right at the doorway and the staff members here were all friendly. Our server was very accommodating and mindful of allergies. Started off the their Babagonush and hummus, which exceed beyond my expectations! Very simple dishes, yet packed full of flavor. Not to mention their basket of pita bread was also the star. Some Mediterranean places have their fluffy pita bread which are good, but I could not stop eating this particular flat pita bread. So much better bread! I think our server knew how much I loved it because she gave me another basket! Their Lentil Soup was actually really delicious. Again, simple, yet so much flavor. Really enjoyed this soup. Perfect for any season! We also got the Lamb-Beef gyro wrap and plate. Both entree were amazing! The meat is just delicious here. Not too greasy or chewy or dry. The rice was light and fragrant. Even their salad was good. Very flavorful dish. I could not ask for more. Great place to eat! Would definitely come back.

Pita
Sho R.

I stopped by on a Saturday around 4 pm. I got one of the last seats. The place was small, and food was delicious. Chicken shish plate was my favorite item. Chicken was flavorful. Whole branzino plate was my other item. Branzino was very good. The place was a bit disorganized. I didn't get pita bread untill the end of the meal, that too when I asked for it.

Chicken shihskabob plate
David O.

We had to take a brake from seafood and try some Mediterranean food for a change, I got the chicken shsh plate w pilaf humus and salad. The chicken was tender and tasty as well as the pilaf rice. Portions could have been a tad larger? Service was not the fastest but very friendly. I would definitly eat here again if I'm in the area. Lots of cool little shops and boutiques, hope it stays that way.

Chicken gyro wrap and coffee. Very very good.
Neil R.

Very fresh and very delicious food. The chicken gyro crap was on the finest I've ever had. Their service and hospitality is unmatched. I definitely recommend this space for pretty much anytime. Hassan and Angela are the best.

Chicken shish plate
Jenni G.

This place is so cute and the staff is nice. Glass was ready and poured by the time I washed my hands. The food was amazing, the ahi tuna (star of the show for me) was perfectly paired with a sauce that I dipped our other entrees veggie sides in. Their veggies were also really good, they were perfectly cooked and soft, and idk if they were frozen before or prepackaged or something but it didn't taste like it at all, just something I noticed other restaurants don't really care for, and other people don't mention cause they either don't really eat it or sub for other sides. The scallops were a little chewy and overcooked but literally EVERYTHING else like the lobster, salmon, and crab was amazing like I didn't even mind. I spilled like half my glass and the waiter came in quickly with napkins and later a rose The restroom had mirrors INSIDE the stalls too, loved that detail since I got to touch up without getting in the way of the sink, something I mostly notice in higher end bars/restaurants in big cities as a girl that likes to touch up in private. Overall the energy of the staff gave attentive and you could tell they take pride in anticipating people's needs. You should come here.

Chicken Shish with 2 portions of hummus, substituted instead of the salad:
Brenda M.

We love going to Ciya Mediterranean Cuisine. The food is delicious, and the service is excellent. The portions are generous, and their prices are reasonable.

Cozy ambience, awesome host
Pallavi P.

A cozy ambience with a warm and welcoming host, when we surprised into Ciya for an evening snack, we were greeted like we were friends! As we sat down, we noticed many of the patrons we engaged in light chats with the host who seemed to know everyone! We got the appetizer sampler with tzaziki, muhammhra, dolma, babaganoush, shakshuka, falafel and spanakopita, which was served with a basket of pita bread. While the falafel was my absolute favorite, perfectly crunchy on the outside and well cooked within, all the other dishes were good too! We also got the chicken gyro salad which was flavorful and delicious. They have a variety of lamb and beef combination dishes which I'll look forward to trying another time!

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Most friendly staff I have ever met. Incredible find! So glad I stopped in! And the food was the cherry on top!

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Yes there is a patio!!

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Ciya Mediterranean Cuisine does not take reservations but I've never had a long wait even on Saturdays. The food is delicious and the service is welcoming.

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4.2(374 reviews)
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I came here Sunday to get food before a little beach picnic with my girlfriend…read more We got sandwiches from the deli, but could not pass up trying a mission burrito from the cantina. The cantina is spacious and the customer service was excellent. Everyone was so helpful and kind. We even got some free pastries to go with our burrito. The burrito was excellent. Great flavor in every bite. The asada was so juicy and tender. Salsa and guac were fresh. I would gladly get another burrito next time I am in town. Well worth the price.

Got the street style tacos (veg, chicken, carne asada) which were all good. Tortilla was a little…read moredry. Sauces and jalapeño paired well. Clam chowder was ok but came out warm, prefer hotter in temp. Chips were crunchy and had great seasoning. Ceviche was ok, shrimp didn't seem too fresh and flavor wasn't too citrusy. Shrimp's appearance and texture felt like it was those already cooked frozen shrimp. To add on, we found a piece of hair deep in the ceviche bowl. We placed it on the plate for a better look. Called the server about it who then called the manager. Manager was apologetic and offered us a new order, which we just took To-go. We would have rather chosen to get a refund. Place is nice and offers many seating inside and outside patio. Entrance was kind of confusing, looked like a bar only until we clarified how to order for food.

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FUN TIMES!! Great bar area with even Better Margaritas & beer selection! Stop by and have a great experience like we did!!

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Dad's Luncheonette - Mushroom and egg sammie with Mavericks Beach as the backdrop. It doesn't get any better than this! ‍

Dad's Luncheonette

4.4(907 reviews)
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Came here on a Sunday around noon and there were a few open empty seats inside as well as some…read moretables outside, but there were people at the restaurant. it's an order at the counter type of place. ~the food~ - Hamburger sandwich: pretty good! I really liked the pickled onion and the choice of white cheddar. I'd say overall it wasn't as greasy as a full burger which I really appreciated! - Mushroom sandwich: out of the 2 sandwiches this one was my favorite! The Maitake mushrooms were very tender and flavorful! - Homemade Potato chips: staff told us that this tends to sell out before the end of the day, but we were lucky enough to get an order of them and they were very very good! The addition of nutritional yeast in the seasoning added a lot of great to the chips! - Herb salad: super refreshing salad, this salad is made with all herbs and the lemon dressing that they used was very light and refreshing, which I think balanced out the rest of the meal! ~overall~ I definitely recommend dad's luncheonette for a quick bite. The staff were very friendly and the food was really good. Everything tasted very fresh and not too heavy.

outdoor eatery with some seating and definitely a busy spot! known for their sandwiches and…read moreburgers. got the mushroom one and wow, really flavorful. definitely see why this place is popular. worth checking out if you're in the area!

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4.2(493 reviews)
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Good food and Teresa served us very well…read more Buon cibo e Teresa ci ha servito molto bene

This was the Italian restaurant we should have gone to. A few nights ago we went to one down the…read morestreet that even has Michelin rating, but was weak to deliver on taste. Visited this one today and what an amazing restaurant! The food ! The selection! Table side service. Get your camera ready! Bucatini a hands made pasta table side parmesan wheel tossed with flaming liquor. Dry aged meat! Wood oven fired Pizza! Perfectly thin. They have options of fresh baked bread, five different types to choose from. Housemade salami you can try one or all 12. Cheeses you can try 1 or all 8. Even the Italian wine list was amazing. Glass small pour large pour, or whole bottle. I highly recommend the Amarone Della Valpicella region. The Italian Napa. Full body, fruit forward low acid. My dessert I ordered is the lava cake. Gluten free. I have no issue with gluten but wanted to include that for anyone else who may need that. Can't wait to try it white, milk ands dark chocolate with a scoop of vanilla gelato. Ok dessert was so good. Forget dinner. Just go straight for dessert!! The lava cake was divine!!! Marco was our server. He was very good. Even when I gave him unusual requests. Handled everything like a pro! Went above and beyond for us. When I come back? Definitely. Would I bring my friends or family? Definitely. Would I recommend this for large groups? Yes.

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Fattoria E Mare - Inside, lots of skylights and natural lighting

Inside, lots of skylights and natural lighting

Fattoria E Mare - Half Moon Bay cioppino, overcooked.

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4.0(1.9k reviews)
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Pasta Moon is one of my favorite restaurants in Half Moon Bay, and after multiple visits I can say…read morethere truly isn't anything I've tried here that I wouldn't recommend. I still think about their Brussels sprout chips--and they aren't even on the menu anymore! I loved them so much after my first visit that I went home and started making Brussels sprouts in my air fryer. They were on repeat for months. That is probably the highest compliment I can give a restaurant dish: it followed me home. My most recent lunch in August included squash blossoms, fava beans and brown butter pasta, and it was another reminder of why I love this place. Pasta Moon does seasonal ingredients so well. The food feels thoughtful without being fussy, and even relatively simple ingredients are treated like they matter. And, of course, the pasta. I've eaten my way around enough of this menu that I'm well past having a single recommendation. Order what sounds good. Try something seasonal. Share a few things. I genuinely don't think you can go wrong. Pasta Moon has become one of those places I look forward to whenever I'm in Half Moon Bay--and yes, I'm still hoping those Brussels sprout chips make a comeback someday.

Worst service last night and food was disgusting. The lady up front was an angel and super kind but…read moreI don't know how this is a recommended place. We had reservations for wife's birthday at 7pm and not a single mention of her birthday. I get we might have to wait but when you have reservations you'd think you'd get at least a water within an hour. We got seated around 7:45 and then dead silence About 25mins after being seated we finally got a water and the servers were moving like they were stuck in quick sand. Like I said the lady up front (possibly owner or manager) was the only positive of the entire dinner experience

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Pasta Moon - Interior - note, this area is like a greenhouse and gets warm when the sun's out

Interior - note, this area is like a greenhouse and gets warm when the sun's out

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