We spontaneously stopped by for lunch while strolling in the area and were instantly charmed by the cozy interior! I was a fan of my Halal Saffron Chicken Kebab, which was tender and paired deliciously with the yogurt sauce. I also had a bite of the Grilled Chicken Shawarma sandwich, which had a thin bread that was very easy to bite through, and the meat was so fragrant. And I really liked the hummus that was served along with the pita-- it tasted so fresh and had a strong garbanzo bean flavor. I will definitely stop by again! read more

La Mediterranee - Lunch Saffron Chicken Kebab, Halal Chicken Shawarma Sandwich Platter (HL) - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

La Méditerranée is a true gem in San Francisco. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a warm, welcoming, family-style atmosphere that immediately makes you feel at home. Service attentive and friendly, adding to the overall experience. The food is excellent, with rich, authentic Armenian and Mediterranean flavors. A standout is the Armenian coffee--strong, rich, aromatic, and perfectly prepared with mini bakhlava. It's the perfect way to end a meal. A place of both comfort and quality. read more

La Mediterranee - Armenian coffee and Mini Baklava Bites (2 Piece) - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place is fantastic! It's cozy (but not loud or cramped) and the food is varied and delicious. My recent trip included a sampling plate of all 4 fillo offerings (the cheese karni and the Levantine meat tart were the best), Armenian potato salad, lemon chicken rice soup, and the saffron chicken kebab over rice pilaf (dinner special of the night). The kebabs were made with chicken breast, but very tender and moist, and the side of hummus was fresh, creamy and delicious. We also tried the sangria which was great- not too sweet and decently strong (not watered down bad wine). For dessert, the lemon cake was tasty but odd that dried cranberries were sprinkled into the whipped cream. I appreciated the variety offered on the menu- not just typical Greek food you find everywhere else that touts "Mediterranean food". The service was super nice and efficient, and I like that it has been family owned and run (sadly an increasingly rare San Francisco characteristic these days)- you can tell the difference in the quality and thought put into the experience. read more

Consistent quality, one of the best desserts I've had in my lifetime, and interesting food. I typically eat here when I have an errand in the neighborhood, and usually get the Mediterranean platter, three items with salad or soup plus hummus and pita. My go tos on a meat day are the chicken pomegranate (over rice) and the chicken celicia phyllo, while for vegetarian there's the spinach and feta phyllo, a cheese karni phyllo, and a Lavant sandwich. While I love the chicken pomegranate, I did try it as an entrée once and it was overpowering but it's great as part of the platter. As for best dessert, their chocolate mousse is intensely chocolatey and so good. Seriously, one of the best desserts I've had in my entire life, and an addition to my lifetime best list. If you're not into chocolate, I recommend the traditional dessert muhalabiye, a pudding. Servings are not large, but they are highly satisfying. (By the way, they listen to their customers. They had taken the chocolate mousse off because of the high price of chocolate, but they replaced it with an inferior chocolate mousse cake. Customers gave them feedback that they didn't care for the replacement and really wanted the original. They brought the mousse back! And I am so grateful. The chocolate mousse really is that good.) Service is friendly and efficient. They have tables out front both under the awning and in a parklet, great for people-watching on Fillmore. Well, I wouldn't necessarily make a special trip for this place, it is definitely my first choice when I'm in the neighborhood. read more

Cute restaurant with great service and food. I walk by here often but it's always so busy. The staff is very friendly and the food was so tasty. I came for lunch so it was a good amount of food. Outdoor seating is great on a sunny day with my dog. read more

La Mediterranee - Lebanese kibbeh plate with avgelemono soup - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food is delicious and prepared fast. Prices are ok for the portions. I had to take off a star though for the bathroom. I was gagging on the cleaning product they used. Way too much undilute fragrance. And the door locked but the handle was broken badly. For such a simple fix it makes me wonder what else they don't seem to care about. Made me notice the broken tiles on the tables more. read more

What an amazing place! First of all the service is so great and their recommendations are 10/10! I would come back for just the service! But then also the food is 10/10! Everything they recommend was fantastic. We went with the mezze platter for 1 person instead of 2 and then also ordered chicken/beef kebabs. Everything was so amazing and I will definitely come back. The place is small but very cozy. Make a reservation just to be safe! Will come back. read more

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A cozy spot for dinner on Fillmore. Got the Middle Eastern Plate with Lamb Lule and a Green Salad. Really liked the lamb, rice, and hummus and would try the kebabs. read more

There's no doubt about it, this OG mediterranean place is the trifecta: authentic food that doesn't try too hard, attentive and passionate service, great prices OH and bonus... 15$ corkage fee. the tables outside are very cozy w overhead heaters if you want a little people watching or dining with your doggie cheers read more

La Mediterranee - beautiful outdoor table w our doggie and parents - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

Not sure if it was because it was a big order or it was during their rush hour, but my to go order was incorrect. Ordered their east plate: mixed greens w/ feta, chicken, lamb, and falafel. I got like four or five pieces of greens with no feta. Got the chicken, did not get the lamb or falafel. Got the spinach thing and a dessert and hummas. Got their side of sauces too. Chicken was pretty good, but a bit on the dry side, the hummas and side of sauces helped. The spinach was good, had nice and crispy wrap. Dessert one was good, think it was baklava? Not sure I'd try take out again, maybe dine in. read more

La Mediterranee - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food: A+ Service: A++ Vibes: A+ Love this place. Came with a friend to get some light bites and was a bit overwhelemed with the selection. We wanted a little of everything. Our server comes to the rescue, saying we can do a part of their meza platter and add a lamb kabob dish so we can get everything we wanted. Excellent. For two people, the noshes ended up to be a little too much, but mostly because we ate EVERYTHING. Like there's nothing that we avoided. Lamb kabob was delicious. Not gamey, soft. Delicious. Meza is literally small bites of everything you'd want. Staff were amazing, friendly, and attentive without being overbearing. read more

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Came back after many many years! I was craving their pomegranate chicken and it did not disappoint. Tender, fall off the bone with that sweet pomegranate sauce. Divine! Lemon soup was refreshing and comforting. Hummus was super silky, my hummus mousse! Get extra warm pita. Moroccan mint tea was heavenly and the baklava perfectly flaky, not drenched in syrup. Loved the strawberries with it. Homey decor feels like a little corner souk cafe. Random but familiar. Fast service without compromising quality. Thank you Kai! So happy to be back! :-) read more

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A favorite! Very consistent and always good value for price. The staff are always very kind. There is indoor and outdoor seating and while it is usually busy I've never had to wait to be seated. The inside is a bit small, feels like a hole in the wall. Particular fan of the lamb shawarma over rice. Their fresh pita bread always hits the spot. My friends also love the pomegranate chicken. read more

La Mediterranee - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

Nice atmosphere and good service. Ambiance is fun. Tried the chicken pomegranate and that was very nice. A generous portion and the rice and salad was good. The hummus is nice as well. The lamb Lule was not as good - texture was a bit unexpected - too smooth and homegenized, flavor was okay. The lemon cake was not very good - too sweet with a raspberry drizzle that was also too sweet and made the cake a bit soggy. Would not recommend. read more

La Mediterranee - Chicken pomegranate - very nice. - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

Got a catered apps platter to go for a friends birthday. Hummus was sooo good and the owner was nice enough to give us an extra bag. Restaurant was packed, def gotta come back here and try other stuff! read more

La Mediterranee - Tabuleh - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Speaking for the Fillmore location, the service is always super nice and friendly! Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and gave us good tips. At the end of the meal, we got free dessert! Each dish was super tasty. I loved how the meat was tender and slid easily off the bone. The fillo was one of my favorites - super flaky and warm. read more

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Well executed Mediterranean food with superb service! We went on Friday during lunch time and though busy, we were quickly seated and the wait staff was friendly and attentive without being intrusive. We ordered the large combination platter, large bowl of chicken lemon soup and veggie kebab plate. Every item was delicious! The rice was some of the best rice I have ever eaten and the chicken lemon soup was WOW! It was clear that each dish was made with fresh ingredients. Be aware that though tofu is an ingredient listed in vege kebab, each kebab only contains 1 piece of tofu. Meal was the lovely combination of being both light and filling. We look forward to our next visit! read more

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My friends and I stopped by for a late dinner and I immediately noticed how cozy and inviting the interior of the restaurant is. Lots of color, art, and plants. We were greeted by a very friendly server who recommended several dishes to share and we took him up on his recommendation! We ordered the Mediterranean Meza, beef kebabs, and falafel plate. This was plenty of food for 4 people and we had some leftovers to take home. The Mediterranean meza dish was great because it came with some many things to try! My group particularly liked the pomegranate chicken, beef kebabs, and fillos. Everything was so delicious. I highly recommend checking out La Mediterranee and I would definitely come back read more

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Incredible food and menu. It was so hard to choose something when given so many amazing options. Everything was beyond delicious. The staff were so nice and accommodating. There was outdoor seating so we brought my dog. The hummus was delicious! Also the Moroccan mint tea. So many highlights! Must come back to try everything else. New favorite place. read more

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Celebrating Independence Day 2025, we participated in the annual Fillmore Jazz Festival this past weekend on glorious sunny (no Carl the Fog) listening to amazing Jazz, classical, Rock n Roll and all varieties of music, food, arts & crafts. Despite the abundance of food vendors we decided to have a late lunch at La Mediterranee on Fillmore Street. Fortunately, we were able to immediately secure a outside table on the busy festive sidewalk. Our server Kiara (from Peru) and our dear companion instantly connected speaking Spanish. We knew that our experience was going to be VERY fun and exceptional! My wife and I have been to this Pacific Heights location numerous times over the decades and we always are excited to experience their service and cusine. Kiara's incredible smile, menu recommendations and attitude was perfect! Her recommendation selections based on listening to our dietary needs and preferences were spot on! We ordered the larger sample platter "Mediterranean Meza" which included Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Tabuleh, Falafel, Armenian Potato Salad, Dollar Grape Leaf, Spinach & Feta Fillo, Rice Pilaf, Chicken Cilicia, Lamb Lule and Chicken Pomegranate and my favorite Avgolemono Soup (traditional Greek chicken and lemon soup). ALL the dishes were SPECTACULAR! Period. The location listening to the Jazz Festival music, watching the huge crowds passing on the side walk and commenting how delicious our meal appeared made for a relaxing Sunday afternoon delightful experience. Between the four of us the plates were totally consumed with culinary pleasure. The service by our Peruvian server, Kiara, made our afternoon like being in the shores of The Mediterranean and perfect in every way. We highly recommend LA Mediterranee as a special treat right here in San Francisco and save on a 12 hours flight! Bravo! read more

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Some of the best Mediterranean food I've had in the city! Their famous pomegranate chicken is so juicy and moist, falls right off the bone! It also comes with a generous portion of rice and potato salad, which were both delicious. My entree was about $24 not including tax and tip. This was definitely a pricier meal after all added fees but I would visit again. Servers were friendly and although the restaurant isn't the largest, there is plenty of outdoor seating. Do keep in mind that for larger parties, there is an automatic 25% gratuity, on top of all other sales tax and SF city taxes. This made the meal quite expensive - our end total was 40% more than the subtotal read more

La Mediterranee - Chicken Pomegranate Dinner - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

It's mad delicious. If you don't like it that says more about you than the food. Wait staff is great also.

I really loved my experience at La Mediterranee! If you're with some friends shopping on Fillmore, stop by for a quick bite! They have a lovely indoor seating, but it was nice and sunny so we got patio seating. It was very clean and the service was quick, very nice! We shared a combination plate with Hummus, Baba Ghanoush & Tabouleh. Includes fresh veggies and pita bread- super fresh! I liked the hummus and the veggies, it was such a good share-able app! We also got dolma, they were great! Not soggy at all, very good! Not pictured because we ate it too quickly but the stuffed dates were fantastic, the soft caramel like date really hit after the apps. I highly recommend for a light healthy meal or shareable apps. If it were later in the day, we would've gotten drinks to share too! Such a great spot! read more

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La Mediterranee is a small, cozy spot with really great hummus and flavorful Mediterranean dishes. The service is consistently warm and friendly, and I love when there's a chance to chat and hear more about the people and the restaurant's background. It feels personal and welcoming, like a true neighborhood favorite. read more

Outdoor seating, quick service, decent prices. Food: (3.5/5) - food was just okay, nothing I would crave enough to return. $20-30 per plate. Service and ambiance: (5/5) - friendly and casual read more

La Mediterranee - Lamb Shawarma Plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

Before anything, service was AMAZING! The servers are friendly and checked in several times, refilled water, gave extra pitas, and thoroughly explained the Middle Eastern Plate. Although the owners are Lebanese, the menu includes dishes throughout the Mediterranean and the Middle East. This is one of several locations in the Bay. (9/10) Chickpeas - They have these for free, it was such a good snack I would totally just buy a bag of this for myself, salted and lemony, they were roasted to the point that just taking a small bite just made them crumble into dust. (8/10) Middle Eastern Plate - I got it with the lamb lule and Greek chicken soup. The fillo/baklava was crispy (the powdered sugar was interesting) and the soup was steaming hot. The lamb was not bad, but I think I prefer lamb in general outside of meatball form. (7.5/10) Muhalabiye - Got this to-go since I was too full from the main plate, incredibly creamy, very strong rosewater scent which threw me off since I don't normally eat Middle Eastern food. Would've been better to eat this right when it came out. The food was good but it was a bit expensive, I would've spent around $40 including tax and tip if I didn't have a promotion. I didn't realize this until after but my company has catered from them before and the food was pretty good too. The restaurant itself is really narrow and there's a door that one could easily walk past without realizing. The interior is very interestingly decorated with the tile tables and brick walls. read more

La Mediterranee - Middle Eastern Plate Dinner - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Finally got to try La Mediterranee and not sure what took me so long to stop by. Wanted a light meal, so shared a small plate + one app with my sister. The yogurt plate was so simple but so delicious. The mint tea wasn't too sweet and the perfect temperature. Visited before the dinner rush and sat outside. Can't wait for my next visit read more

La Mediterranee - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The food is wonderful . Here for an event and I was introduced to the hummus... amazing. Very nice day for side walk dining and people watching read more

When my dog needs testing or surgery at Animal Medical Center on Fillmore and they need to keep him for a couple of hours I usually go across the street to Choquet's. But I wasn't in the mood today for French Onion Soup and noticed that one of my old faves, La Mediterranee, was just a block down and that was an easy decision. I used to go to the location in the Castro all the time, always enjoyed it, although it's been a minute. But this location is so delightful -- when you walk in, the way the space is constructed and decorated, and all the incandescent lighting, it's very warm and welcoming, and, at least today, they were playing old standards like Dinah Washington's "What A Diff'rence A Day Makes" and the feeling inside was magical. I had the Mediterranean Plate with one spinach and two chicken fillo pastries and it came with a bit of hummus and some toasted pita points and choice of soup, I got the basic Avgolemono soup. The soup was fantastic, as was the hummus and, although I'm spoiled by Oren's Hummus' super thick pita, the basic thin pita they have here was so perfectly toasted I really enjoyed it. Now, with the fillo -- the spinach was awesome ... the chicken one, however, was very dry, I couldn't eat it. I brought it to the attention of the very lovely server and he said, oh, we actually have a fresher batch, and he brought me two replacements and, yeah, WAY better, and I mostly enjoyed it, so that ended well. I say 'mostly' above only because I'm one of those 'white meat chicken snobs' who doesn't care for dark meat and they use dark meat for these filo. Wish they'd have chicken breast as an option and I feel it would make these filo perfection. But that didn't destroy the overall feeling here, which I needed today after a tough week, and I appreciate all the good folks here for making the effort to make this a wonderful experience. read more

My friend and I decided to come to La Med for a quick dinner after watching a movie. We shared the Mediterranean Meza for two. It's probably the most affordable tasting menu in the city ($29 per person with a 2 person minimum). It came in four plates: (1) hummus, tabuleh and baba ghanoush, (2) falafel, dolma and Armenian potato salad, (3) chicken pomegranate, lamb lule and rice pilaf, and (4) chicken cilicia fillo and spinach and feta fillo. There's so much to like in this tasting menu but the highlight for me was the chicken cilicia fillo - it reminded me of a chicken bastilla and it was great. The dips were great and they gave us plenty of pita and veggies. The pomegranate chicken was tasty comfort food. The lamb lule was a little underwhelming for me and lamb is usually a signature item for a middle eastern place. The falafel was OK but I've had better. Overall, this was a great and relatively healthy feast. Service was fast - we were in and out in less than an hour. The restaurant is cozy and can get loud when busy. With tax and tip, this was about $40 per person - an incredible value for money. Highly recommended if you are looking for middle eastern food in the area. read more

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My daughter and I were looking for a Mediterranean food near Filmore Street and were glad we stopped here to eat. The place is small but cozy, We ordered chicken Sharmarma plate that comes with soup and hummus, and I ordered 'A' chicken soup and combo hummus dip with veggies. The server promptness, friendly demeanor, and perfectly seasoned food prepared with fresh and healthy ingredients couldn't be better from start to finish. We enjoyed our dinner here! read more

La Mediterranee - Small combo Dip - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

I liked my falafel wrap and the hot sauce was delicious, but one of the turnips I was given was spoiled. read more

La Mediterranee - Falafel wrap with salad and hot sauce - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Amazing find from Yelp. Great hummus and amazing salmon salad on a nice warm day tomato vinaigrette hit the spot! Thanks read more

Came here for their happy hour, and tried their tzatziki, avgolemono soup, chickpeas, and shared the lamb plate! The service was exceptional here, everyone was so kind, attentive, and really made the restaurant feel homey, welcoming, and intimate. All the food ordered was exceptional!! I loved the lamb, it wasn't too gamey and melted in my mouth. Everything tasted so fresh!! read more

La Mediterranee - Tzatziki w pita - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Grabbed lunch here with a friend and I live nearby so have ordered takeout from here on occasion - La Mediterranee is always a reliable option when I want some healthy but tasty Mediterranean food! The ambiance is very cozy and the service is very friendly. I usually get the lamb lule or lamb schwarma dishes, and the meat is flavorful and is well-balanced with the rice and salad (though the salad is pretty leafy and not my favorite). Pita bread is always warm and soft. Great place to grab a casual meal and chat. *I've also reviewed the Duboce location - food was similarly good. read more

La Mediterranee - Lunch Lamb Lule - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

The food was as always delicious & the service & ambiance was as always excellent. It's a romantic place for a date. read more

We sat outside in the parklet. Our family orders a lot of take out, but it had been a while since I ate in person. Everything was so fresh and delicious. Our food came quickly and staff were attentive. The sauces and hummus are so tasty and great flavors. It was a great lunch deal and we enjoyed our meal. read more

La Mediterranee - Medit Lunch Middle Eastern Plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wow, where to start! From the moment we walked in, we were seated very easily and greeted pleasantly by the host. Soon to follow would be the warmest pita breads I have had so far, with some extremely tasty sides including hummus, tabule and harissa tomato dip - whoa mouth watering just to think of it now :D Next was the main meal with the highlight of spinach and cheese filo and the falafels were sooo damn good! We would have went in for the dessert had we had space after eating such a delicious meal altogether! As for the ambiance, the place will take you back to the 80s - with the tapestry lining the walls and the very cosy interior setup - you would definitely love it! Special kudos to the host, who made us feel very welcome and answered all our questions! read more

La Mediterranee - Small combination plate - appetizer - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

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One of my new (to me) favorites!! Tried this place for the first time with a couple friends tonight, and we loved it! We got the salmon kebab entree plates and the pomegranate chicken entree plate. Both were great, and each entree came with pita and hummus and choice of soup or salad. I got the avolemono soup, which was delicious. The salmon was perfectly cooked, and I loved the flavor of the pomegranate chicken. The ambiance was equally as nice, with a small and cozy dining area with lots of unique decor on the walls, giving it a lot of personality. The waiters were both extremely friendly and helpful. This is ideal for a date or friends having good conversation. I can't wait to bring more friends and family here. read more

La Mediterranee - Chicken Pomegranate Dinner - Middle Eastern Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This place is just okay. The staff are amazing for sure. The inside is cramped and awkward. The fried chickpeas rock, the tzaki is excellent. The lamb kabab is fantastic. The chicken plate is just so so. It is not meaty, well grilled kebabs, but more like sautéed chicken strips. It tasted fine, but not what were were expecting. The wine list is very mediocre. This close to Napa Valley, a restaurant has no excuse not to offer great wine. Except unless they simply do not care. Where they really fail is on the rice pilaf. It is sickly sweet with no other flavors. It was inedible. The salad is just blah. Really outstanding Mediterranean places never fail on the rice nor the salad. Add some sumac, do something, anything, but gosh stop with what you are currently serving for rice and salad. With such great, personable staff, and the ability to sit outside once the weather is nice, you could have an amazing place I would would make a point of becoming a regular. But with the lack of decent wine, salad, and rice, I will go elsewhere. Now I'm sad. read more