Key takeaways: Food is absolutely disgusting, overpriced and not what I asked for. No point in ever going back. I think I'm going to be sick from this meal. How we got here: my lunch appointment went long and I was hungry, needed to grab something quick before the next meeting. I had seen a sign somewhere in the area for a lovely Greek gyro previously. I wasn't able to find the sign/restaurant I had seen previously. We walked past this place and while I was trying to figure out whether or not they offered a Greek gyro, one of the workers there essentially pulled us in off the street and put a menu in front of us. They have so many images-everywhere it was a bit of a challenge to figure it out quickly. I saw the shaved lamb on the right of the "cooking area" so I figured I would get what I was asking for. In the restaurant, that was basically empty at lunch, I figured out why he grabbed us, they are probably desperate for business. They also charged us like we were the only paying customers. Most places offer a lunch combo meal, gyro, drink and fries for a single low price but our order of two combos was nearly $60!!!! I have receipt!!! (See attached). What we got was definitely not shaved lamb. The meat was chunky, beef stew LIKE meat and as I am unfortunately eating this as I write this review I can't tell you it tastes AWFUL!! They probably get this s#it cheap!!! On it, was some kind of sauce, also not tzatziki. As they are Persian and not Greek I suspect they don't even know what tzatziki sauce is! You can tell from the pictures the sauce isn't right, the vegetables don't look fresh, the bread is stale The $7 order of fries is disgusting as well. I wanted to treat myself to ordering lunch out. I will NEVER patronize this place again, I dare call it a restaurant, it should be permanently closed. I think I have to vomit now to save myself! Please consider this WARNING a gift. My time is EXTREMELY VALUABLE and I don't have time for this kind of food crime or BS. I call FRAUD!!! (I was going to post a photo of what a gyro should look like so you could easily compare but decided against it because I didn't want there to be any confusion about what you will actually get when you dare to eat here!) EAT HERE AT YOUR OWN RISK! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!! read more

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I had a fantastic dining experience at this Persian restaurant! The food was outstanding--rich, authentic flavors that really stood out with fresh ingredients and quality flavor development in every dish. Portion sizes were generous, perfect for sharing or taking home leftovers. From the perfectly seasoned kebabs to the aromatic rice and stews, everything tasted homemade and deeply satisfying. If you're a fan of Persian cuisine--or curious to try it--this place is a must. Great food and great value. I didn't like the outdoor seating as the tables weren't level, and the road noise was too much for my liking. Next time we will sit and enjoy the indoor dining area, but it is nice to have indoor/ outdoor options. read more

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Grabbed a bowl from Mediterrian Grill that's on Denman st. right by English Bay. Pro tip: if you plan on eating this at the beach, know that it can be messy and their portions are huge so it's not the easiest beach side snack. Having said that, it is definitely worth it! I got their salad bowl with mixed meat (chicken, lamb, and beef). They have many salad options but if you don't specify which one you want, they will just give you their usual salad. I opted for their greek feta salad. They have a dine-in space but this place is mostly for take out. Their service was pretty fast and they were very busy (it's summer time in Vancouver so makes sense). Their menu is huge and they have lots to try from. I'll definitely come back again and maybe get a wrap to eat at the beach instead. Out of the 3 meats I got, I would say their beef was my favourite - it had a lot of flavour. read more

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Mediterranean Grill serves Greek and Persian food in very large quantities. I got a beef kabob plate, which was tasty, but pretty standard compared to similar restaurants. There's both indoor and outdoor seating at Mediterranean Gill, and the food is prepared quickly. read more

Mediterranean Grill - Beef kabob plate - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

The Box Chicken Shawarma Rice was so delicious and the price was very reasonable for the amount of food you get. We go there for a late night meal. All the guys there are very nice. It's great sitting outside to eat. read more

Mediterranean Grill - Box Chicken Shawarma Rice - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I walked into the restaurant because I saw and outside sign that said there was a special of 1 pc ground beef kabob, rice, salad and pop for $13.99. When I walked in, I asked the guy if there were any lunch specials. He didn't give me the special menu, I was too rushed to check the sign again outside. I ordered 2pc ground beef kabob for $16.99. The picture showed rice and salad. I asked if I could get salad instead of the rice. He quickly charged me for a side salad. I almost paid but saw that the payment wasn't correct ($22.85). I asked him that I wanted less rice and more salad. He said I couldn't do that. I asked him if they could just swap the rice for salad, again he said no. I said okay, so the picture shows that there's salad, and he said yes, it comes with a bit of salad. I told him that I just wanted it as is and no extra salad. He gave me a dirty look and charged me the regular $16.99. I left in a rush to see that there was no salad in the meal. I didn't have a good experience because I could tell they were trying to gauge me over a bit of salad. In the end, I didn't get any pop or salad, and paid more than I should have. read more

Mediterranean Grill - The beef kabob - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Be careful. This place will have you developing regular cravings for it. I'll tell you why. First off, it's not a rip-off. Comon you know most places are a rip-off these days, but we go anyway. This place isn't. It's fair. It's affordable. Look at the menu. I was hesitant to order the Chicken thinking it might be dry. To cook chicken and have it end up juicy, tender and smokey well seasoned takes skill, and this place from the outside looks almost fast food, but it's a different story with the food. The beef shawarma plate was huge. I think enough for two and also tasty. Not something I would order and that's only because the only beef I eat are either Filet Mignon or Ribeye. However, I did try a bite and it was decent. The rice, taziki, white sauce...all of it really hit the spot. The service? Friendly, welcoming, happy to be there and most of all happy to have you there. Makes you wanna go back. read more

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Love the chicken shawarma! The combo of the chicken, dill rice, and the garlic sauce is just SO delicious! Love that it also comes with greek salad, and a pita w/ tzatziki sauce. Love getting lunch here! read more

Mediterranean Grill - Chicken platter - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

The prices are ridiculous, and the portions just keep getting smaller. Just not worth it read more

This place is on the row of donair shops in one block. I was happy with the service but the donair was only ok for my taste. However the price is good and they really try hard to give you the best service that they can. It is a decent place if you like sitting on a patio with a view of the beach just over your shoulder. However it can be very crowded during the summer as it is quite popular then. Price is average and affordable depending on what you buy. read more

Mediterranean Grill - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I would agree with Some reviews here that this is not typical Mediterranean food , the gyro they had was not really gyro. It's a Persian restaurant with Persian food if you like that then this will be a good place for you. read more

Food is good. But the entire dining experience was awful. One reason: Music was too damn loud. I asked them to turn it down and they did but then it slowly crept back up again. I was there with my family and we could not talk to each other comfortably. What was especially stupid about it was we were the only ones in there until eventually another family group came and sat down and I could see that there was an elderly woman as part of the group and she was clearly uncomfortable. When I asked again for them to turn the music down that table thanked me. When I left I politely explained to the manager that I wouldn't be back. He apologized and blamed the staff. "They're young," he said. What??? Whom are they there to serve? The staff? Maybe it's their place, they can do what they want. But I don't accept that. A business exists partly with the good graces of the neighbourhood. But they seem to be thumbing their noses at half the people here. read more

Really good food- delicious and fast. The service was great! Good people watching area!

Delicious food and super generous portions for a really affordable price. You get a lot for what you pay! The beachside view added to the whole experience. Definitely worth checking out--great spot for a tasty meal without breaking the bank. Will definitely bring the family here more often. read more

The price and portion was good. The food was bad. I got the chicken shawarma and it was bland. It's bad when the salad is the best part of the dish. read more

Really good food here! Great location where you can sit inside or out. Watch them carve off slices of grilled meat for your meal. Lots of people coming in for take out at this busy restaurant. Friendly staff. Just a little divey but typical for the area. Don't let that deter you from trying the great food. read more

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Ugh, on my way to pick up a falafel wrap and google tells me this place and Babylon are my 2 options. I decide to go to the one who seems busier! Regrets start now. First, they have some guys with menus aggressively patrolling the sidewalk. I walk though the cluster f&c! and hit the counter. The guy taking orders was in between meals! I ordered a falafel wrap, no dairy, and spicy. It came 5 minutes later hot! I was so excited! But it was dry as hell. I thought, stupidly, they would sub hummus for tasziki with the no dairy but I forgot to ask. But at least I had the tahini (which they forgot). So it was dry as heck! I ended up whipping up a hummus but that didn't help enough! No beuno and no returns! read more

Food was amazing. Service was on point very helpful and friendly. Ambiance: small dining but perfect. read more

Mediterranean Grill - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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We enjoyed our meal here. My friend had the lamb shawarma with a beer. I had the chicken shawarma with water. A regular size is huge and a large size is enormous. We had the regular size and it was more than satisfying. The salad is fresh and crispy. The rice tastes perfect and nicely flavoured. The chicken was also tender and tasty. The staff here are polite and give the right amount of attention. Seating was approppriate with the covid restrictions. The price was right, especially considering the large portions. The bathroom is clean with enough supplies. I want to go back for more. read more

Mediterranean Grill - Lamb and chicken shawarma. Chicken is the first plate. - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

the outside seating has expanded). I don't know how the gal kept up with the insanity that was taking orders from people seated, to take away, serving/checking on patrons and getting called from another employee from time to time. But she rocked! Most impressive that we heard her speaking Spanish to a table of possible regulars. Oh, food was great too!! read more

Mediterranean Grill - Beef and Lamb Gyro Plate - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Unreal chicken kabob go get it right now now now now now now now now now now now now now now

The food was vile I have the pita bread and hummus. I got food poisoning The bread was stale. The chicken was nauseating Server was rude read more

I believe it was the Shawarma Plate (Chicken) $14(?) that I got. I remember thinking that you got a pretty good sized portion of food and a good amount of chicken because I hate when places are stingy with the amount of meat they give you. I remember thinking the tomatoes in the salad were not cut in uniform sizes. The sauce and hot hot sauce on top were good. I would have liked a slightly larger serving of the potato. read more

Mediterranean Grill - Shawarma Plate (Chicken) $14 - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

There are two facts I love about this restaurant : First part is that this eatery represents one of the best option you got in downtown for a late hours restaurant as they do serve food till 3 am in weekends and I think around 1:30 during weekdays. The second fact which is much more crucial is that they got the savoriest chicken Shawerma I ve ever tried in Vancouver : The chicken is tender, well grilled and marinated to perfection. The staff are so friendly and they always do their best to accomdoate our need. read more

Mediterranean Grill - Best shawerma ever - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Authentic Mediterranean food at a very competitive price. This is an excellent take out option or delivery, if you are within the area. I recently did a walk-in and take out at this restaurant and the venue itself is quite small, quite lively, and very casual. I wouldn't recommend this place for a date or anything like that, but it works for a quick casual bite if your near the beach at English bay. I love their food and it's far cheaper than a lot of other places. Pop in and grab a beer while you wait for your take out service, it's actually pretty fast! I recommend their lamb and beef shawarma plate and their Spanikopita!! read more

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I have gone here numerous times, but not for a while. With Covid restrictions over in downtown Vancouver I'm going out more and tried this place out again after a haircut. For those of you who don't know Denman Street there is about six similar, to equivalent, places on the road including this one which is attached to two others. I've never been able to understand if they're the same business or not, but I don't think so. I can't remember what the reasoning is but one of my best friends says to always go here instead of the other places. They have good specials to combine a dish with a drink, usually beer, which I don't drink anymore but it is a good deal pricewise. As others have said they typically have someone on the street showing you the menu which can be offputting for some, but I don't mind considering the competition in the area. It's always very quick and in fact today the young guy who took my order had the hand held credit card machine at the ready and it was quite nice. With tax and tip it was about $18 for a regular size chicken Shawarma plate. A few things I would say are that there is a lot of plastic being produced in this place. Far more than I think needs to be and to the extent that I'm actually pretty disappointed. The other is that I was asked if I wanted it spicy, said yes, and it wasn't spicy at all. I should know by now that spicy in Vancouver means Vancouver-Spicy, which I think they do for the tourists. If you want a spicy dish you're gonna have to ask for it properly. Very tasty and filling nonetheless. They have seating inside although it is cramped, and really nice tables across the sidewalk in what used to be parking spots on Denman. I really like those. They have a full bar with draft beer from large and small breweries, as well as cans and bottles. You can get soft drinks and juices too. I can't really compare this to many other places because they all kind of run together for me but I did take a bunch of pictures and try to take note of the quality and cleanliness, which were OK for what is a pretty divey place. read more

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Great Food and delicacy! I'd say best Mediterranean food . Amazing service especially towards Laura, for her enthusiasm and her suggestions on food! There were many great options, including vegetarian options if you don't eat meat. The atmosphere is pleasant and charming. Must try this restaurant! read more

The food was amazing and delightful! Best Mediterranean food in Vancouver! I'd like to shout-out Laura (Staff member) because of her enthusiasm and her suggestion of food. Must try Falafel. The atmosphere was pleasant and charming. Must go here! read more

Excellent food (definitely try the spicy sauce on the side!). Smells amazing. The meats are tender and well-seasoned, pita soft and delicious. And good value. Friendly staff...Laura is such a happy person-she made our day! read more

I don't normally right reviews on Yelp but I think I have to for this place. They will never punch in the exact price compared to what you ordered if you add it up from the menu above the cashier. Always count the total before paying. They tried to do it 3 times to me in 2021 and recently a few days ago in 2022. I love their chicken rice platter, their lamb sucks so get their chicken. The large size only adds a small potato for extra $2.50 or so lol. Sucks that I like the food but the cashier / owners are super scammy as fuck. Like they would put $31.00 when it was $13.50 x 2. Then I said something and they redid it to $29.00. Like ..... do you not know the simple food tax or are you too dumb to calculate it? Never tip and never will after shady business practices. Just a warning to anyone looking at this review. read more

I asked for two pitas with no cucumbers and all I got was cucumbers. Worst experience ever. I hate cucumbers and for them to put it in my wrap makes me physically upset. Don't ever go there. All bullshit. They lost my faith in food and quality. No more and if anyone follows thus be careful. Stupid people can't understand patron requests. Useless and a waste of time. They refused to do anything about it. Never trust them. What if I had allergy? Ruined my experience and will promote that no one should ever go there. Watch out Mediterranean Grill. Your days are uumbered. read more

It is one of the best restaurants in Vancouver. It has kind servers who will provide delicious food to you at reasonable price. Moreover, its draught beer is wonderful. Lamb&beef donair is not pungent, so you can enjoy the perfect combination of original ingredents. I recommend this restaurant, confidently. read more

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Surprised there isn't a higher rating, this is one happening place! Impressed by a few things: 1. quite a wine selection to have w/ your meal 2. also a big selection food behind the display, in a buffet-style but they will obviously serve you. Nicely labeled as pics show. 3. good table seating & window action, right on denman. 4. the baked cake-like with raisins just melted w every bite, soft texture. Will def have to go back to try the sharwarmas. Probably an unfair comparison to the seedier ones on Granville st., this one is pretty clean & been here for a long time ever since I can remember. Patio seating in front too. Parking as usual sucks in this area, even the side streets require permits. read more

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After 5 mile walk at Stanley Park, we were ready for lunch. This place showed up on Yelp, so we tried. The price is reasonable and plenty of options. There were hardly any customers on Monday, so the food came reasonably timely manner. It was quite good. The price is reasonable compared to US. read more

This is a wonderful Persian restaurant. Great for a quick bite or some comfort food. They have great beef kebabs and juicy chicken shawarma! A few notes: 1) This is not a full service restaurant, so if you want someone to come to your table every 3 min, this is not ideal for you. 2) Surprised by negative reviews, I've been coming here for 5 years and always faced respectful, professional staff and superb food. If you don't like persian food, that is something else, I guess this is not your place. 3) if you want home made & healthy food, stay home. read more

Mediterranean Grill - Sultani kabob. - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

One of the better fast food Greek/Mediterranean in town, all the more so since it's in such a tourist trap location (I'm a local, so my eating there is not by accident). Pros: Hallal food with a pretty full bar choice, from beer to rhums? Yes, please. Pretty good choice of food, from roast lamb to basic donairs. You can usually ask for flavored rice at no extra charge: dill or berbery are good choices. Good prices and portions if it was anywhere, esp for the location, a block from the beach. Cons: Can be crowded at times. And, yes, it's faaar from fancy. Well, it is a fast food place, so the service is on par with fast food places. Personally, as long as the food's OK, in these kind of places, I am not rating either the cashier or the servers as I would in a full sit-down restaurant. Smiling and kowtowing ? Don't really care, but I guess many of my fellow reviewers do ;-) read more

I ordered ground beef kebab(Kobideh). I never recommend this place. The quality and smell of rice was awful. It is the cheapest kind of indian rice. The meat taste was so bad. I couldn't finish my dish. read more

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Mediterranean Grill - #20 -- chicken, rice, pita, tzatziki, salad - Greek Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Love the music, the upbeat vibe, and the food! Had the chicken slovaki and the veggie sampler platter. Very good!

Prices change almost daily, so does consistency in taste and portions. Most recently biggest jump in price and close to half the portion. Don't order a large vs regular it's the exact same size. Disappointing won't be coming back used to be a decent late night spot read more