We celebrated a birthday at Mediterranean Exploration Company with their set menu, and it was one…read moreof the best dining experiences we've had in Portland. We were able to try a wide variety of dishes, and every single one was exceptional. I have dietary restrictions (no onions or garlic), and the kitchen and staff were incredibly accommodating. They prepared separate versions of several dishes for me without hesitation, and I never felt like I was getting a lesser experience. It's rare to find a restaurant that can accommodate food sensitivities so thoughtfully while still delivering incredible flavor. The food was absolutely delicious from start to finish, and the service was impeccable. The staff was warm, attentive, and made our birthday celebration feel special without ever being overbearing. Everyone in our group left talking about how amazing the food was. We couldn't have asked for a better meal or a better overall experience. Mediterranean Exploration Company has definitely earned a spot on our list of favorite Portland restaurants, and we can't wait to come back.

Stopped by for an early dinner bite around 5p on a weekday without reservation and were seated…read moreimmediately. We weren't too hungry and ordered 3 dishes to share - the hamachi crudo, baked feta with Blackberries, and braised Greek greens. The service was pretty fast, we received our food within 15 mins. The hamachi crudo was tasty with fresh fish that balanced well with the yummy smoked eggplant, tamarind soy, black harissa mayo, and crispy ginger. The baked feta was the heartiest dish, it came out with piping hot pitas to dip into the creamy savory/sweet feta and blackberries. The braised Greek greens felt like the most basic dish out of the 3, collard greens cooked with a lemon/olive oil finish, which tasted as described but not exciting enough to order again. Just as the name implies, this restaurant is a nice way to try Mediterranean dishes for those who don't eat it often. Admittedly, the cuisine isn't in our top favorites, but all the dishes were executed well, true to their description, and made for some fun bites.

Once you try their hummus you will be hooked. No other place makes it as good as theirs. Oh and…read moreI'm not a fan of lamb but their lamb shank and wraps are the best.

Super koo and friendly customer service! The inside of the place was super clean and had plenty of…read moretables to choose from including outside. The food was good it had a good flavor. I ordered a beef gyro and it was huge. I ordered a kids gyro for my daughter and honestly I would have been fine with a kids gyro. The gyros come with a big thick bread. That alone will fill you up. Also got the gyro plate but it doesn't come with pita bread so I just gave my wife some of my gyro bread because it was a lot. Theres no outside food or drinks allowed inside which kinda sucks so we ate outside.

SCW and I and I stopped into Omar's Mediterranean Grill while touring wine country. The food truck…read morehas lots of parking spaces around and the menu is posted outside. We were warmly greeted when we arrived. The menu is a little confusing for vegetarians, but we figured it out. Basically you can pick whatever is on the menu and choose what protein you want on it. We really wanted falafel however it's no longer available. They use a pea protein instead. Minus a star here as I think the pea protein while tasty, really changes the dishes we had. I had a shawarma wrap, SCW a gyro and we also got an order of hummus which came with pita. The food itself was good. Everything was fresh and flavorful. The tomatoes stood out for me as better than usual. The pea protein was tasty but added a different flavor profile than I was really looking for. When you want falafel it just doesn't taste the same. The hummus was good as was the pita bread. The service was great. I enjoyed the meal but I would not seek it out again simply because of the pea protein option. Of course it's great they offer a meat substitute but it wasn't something I would seek out for Mediterranean food.

Omar's is a little hidden out back, but I have nothing but high regards for this place! I'm from…read moreout of town and come to help on some farms out here, and this truck does a great job of providing quality gyros at a reasonable price! Plenty of parking, menu is posted outside, and the gentleman running it is very kind. If you're looking for well marinated lamb gyros, this is the place to go! And the rice is awesome!

My family came here at noon on a Thursday. It was not crowded at all, but slowly got more busy over…read morethe course of two hours. Most of their tables are half booth, half chairs. The service was fast. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. I had the cypress bowl with falafel - the falafel was crisp, and the homemade pita and hummus were particularly yummy and flavorful. My grandma got the Mediterranean burger - their house ketchup is spectacular and flavored with allspice and cinnamon. Their dessert options all sounded amazing - the the triple chocolate mousse was rich and perfect to split as a little sweet treat between four people. We each got a few bites.

Walked in without a reservation for dinner on a Wednesday and had no problem getting seated!…read moreExperienced great service that embodies what you think of as the hospitality from a nice mediterranean restaurant yet threaded through with family vibes The brussel sprouts with lemon toum were crispy, tart, and a textural sensation. Great size for sharing. Which seems to be consistent with regards to their portions. The seasonal salad was large. And the pasta special (sugo orechiette) was also large! Everything was fresh and tasty

The Moroccan vibe definitely comes alive as soon as you walk into the building. All of the tables,…read morechairs, decor and art on the walls really takes you somewhere else. The food was excellent. The portions are perfect and do not overpack their plates with unnecessary calories. I feel like they gave me just enough to experience everything fully without overdoing it. For reference I am a 200lb man who can eat and felt satiated with everything I got. The seasoning was unique and not overly saturated so that you did not feel like they were trying to hide the main parts of the dish, but trying to accentuate them. Service was great as well. Attentive and kind and very welcoming to the restaurant. I will absolutely come back and bring people.

Place is simply amazing. Food was incredible service was beyond excellent. Mint tea is a must…read more Can't recommend highly enough.

Place is clean. Service was great…read more Everything was good! Will definitely come back and highly recommended!

Our favorite place in town for Mediterranean food. Nicely prepared meat platters. Delicious creamy…read morehummus and great big pita breads. We always order extra pita bread since the food is deliciously tasty. Service is always fast, friendly and efficient.

We popped in to grab some dinner, we were greeted by a cheery young lady. Our food was made hot…read morewhile we waited. They hit it outa the ballpark with the food!!!!! So fresh and yummy . We all enjoyed our meals . Service was excellent and friendly!! We will be back. Peace be with you all Sherri

I've gotten takeout from The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill about 3-4 times now and it's been…read moreconsistently good every time. If you're looking for Mediterranean food that's healthy, flavorful, and reliable, this is a solid spot. A few things I've tried: * Chicken Souvlaki Plate - My favorite. The chicken is grilled, juicy, and flavorful, and the rice pilaf is sooo good. It also comes with pita bread and tzatziki, which is creamy and delicious. * Dolmades - Flavorful, lemony, and really good. * Greek Salad - Fresh and a great lighter side. * Feta Fries - Because sometimes we need to balance out the healthy stuff. * Eggplant Dip - Tasty and flavorful, just a little salty, and that's coming from someone who actually likes salty food. Everything has tasted fresh and the quality has been consistent each time I've ordered. Definitely recommend and will continue coming back!

Everything I've had here is amazing. I've been stuck on the hummus, chicken gyro w their garlic…read moresauce, and their baklava!!! The hummus is creamy, the chicken isn't dry and their baklava layers are so crunchy. Definitely recommend!!

Very bad gyro, the messed up my order and refused to help. I don't like dairy in general because…read more The smell is detestable to me. I asked for the yogurt tahini sauce on the side and they spread it all over. They refused to refund and refused any help. Not very friendly an owner is hardly there so it makes sense why quality is so low. I would not recommend this place since they cannot follow dietary instructions and are quite rude to customers. Improve? If they were kind and helpful. Kind of an abandoned ambiance.