Yerevan

Family-owned & operated

Catering service

Finally went inside vs takeout and food still is awesome, great service as well despite the…read morerestaurant being somewhat busy on a saturday night. food just taste authentic , nothing fake going on here

The 5 stars is first and foremost for their service. Dolly was kind, patient and attentive. 2 other…read moreyoung men also paid attention to details and checked in to see if we needed anything. The ambiance is fitting for the Phoenician name with ancient ships etched in privacy screens and other seafaring decor. The food was reasonably priced. We ordered the Phoenician Spicy Bowl and the Garlic Chicken Wrap with fries. The fries were fresh and tasty! The garlic sauce with the bowl was also great with plenty of saffron rice and chicken.

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Our Famous Spicy Chicken

Phoenician Garden Mediterranean Bar and Grill - Enjoy our house-made garbanzo bean dip, enriched with garlic, lemon juice, and tahini, served with warm, fluffy pita bread.

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Enjoy our house-made garbanzo bean dip, enriched with garlic, lemon juice, and tahini, served with warm, fluffy pita bread.

Mediterranean Grill & Cafe

4.4(697 reviews)

7.5 mi

Mediterranean food is my absolute favorite, and this is hands down one of my favorite restaurants!…read moreI've been coming here for over three years, and they have never disappointed me. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the service is always friendly, and I'm greeted and seated quickly every time I visit. The food comes out fresh, hot, and consistently delicious. One of the things I love most is how generous the portions are. The plates are so big that my boyfriend and I will sometimes share a meal, and we still leave satisfied. My go-to order is the chicken shawarma plate with Fattoush salad, hummus, and warm pita bread--it's absolutely incredible every single time. If you're looking for authentic Mediterranean food with excellent service, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere, this is the place to go. It's one of my favorite lunch spots, and I'll definitely keep coming back!

Loved my dish! I got the Shwarma with rice pilaf and they added a spicy garlic sauce along with…read moretahini. It is by far the best Mediterranean food in the area. I also have to say they had the best hummus as well. I do wish they had homemade pita bread but that was the least of my worries. The service was super friendly and the ambiance was casual. Part of the restaurant felt like you were outside but on the inside. You'll see. I also tried the salmon that my friend had. That was phenomenal. I am coming back soon to try everything!! Parking was filling up at 11:30. Plenty of street parking from what I could see. But Get there early to beat the rush.

Front pick up station!

Combo Kebab

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Ark Mediterranean Grill

4.4(541 reviews)

1.6 mi

Food was good and service is always great! Recommend anyone who's wants to try. I didn't like the…read moredesserts but yeh food was great !

When you see a lot of Armenian customers, you know you are probably at the best Mediterranean…read morerestaurant in town The quality of tabouli to me is a clear indicator of their food served there. I was not disappointed. Everything was excellent . Loved that they had very clean bathrooms and the staff very friendly and attentive,

Looks spacious and plenty of tables for eating in. But lots of take out orders on the counter ready to gos

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Mayd Modern Mediterranean

4.5(423 reviews)

1.9 mi

Locally owned & operated

Eco-friendly

Ordered on the app for sons girlfriend! Pulled up into the app window parking right in front to run…read moreinside super fast in the heat! Order was ready when I arrived! Customer service was awesome! Store was clean for a Saturday afternoon. Trash cans were clean. Tables picked up and cleaned. I didn't taste or open her food! Just reviewing cleanliness, parking and good service!!!

Such a yummy spot. Think of chipotle but Mediterranean style. I usually get their build your bowl,…read moreNaakos or the Sweet potato waffle fries - SO GOOD! Service is quick. You can get in and out in under 10 mins if no line and you know what you want. Indoor and outdoor seating. Bathrooms are clean. Staff is always nice and helpful.

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House of Kebab

3.8(440 reviews)

0.5 mi

Everything was great the food was good and the service was excellent. I would definitely recommend…read moreit.

So Delicious and So Generous! House of Kebab is not only…read moredelicious but also beautiful ambiance. Our server was so polite and familiar with all the delicious flavors!- younger tall gentleman Definitely coming back and making it a family must have!

This isn't the only ceiling tile working its way to the guest room floor. Others were visibly sagging from their beams, like bubbles.

Falafel appetizer (small 4 pieces). 3 out of 5. Good, but nothing special.

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Ararat Market

4.8(428 reviews)

4.4 mi

•$

I would definitely recommend this place! The food is absolutely amazing and tastes so authentic…read more The service is always friendly and welcoming, the store is clean and well-stocked, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. I grabbed a to-go plate, spent some time browsing the market, and even treated myself to a delicious dessert. Everyone was so kind, which made the experience even better. I've been coming here for a year or two now, and it's consistently one of my favorite places. If you're looking for authentic food and great customer service, you won't be disappointed!

Everything the good is superior to others and that rice pilaf woooow amazing very tasty and…read moredelicious

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Golden Grill

4.6(230 reviews)

1.1 mi

We got take out for my husband birthday .I order the Chicken Tawook with Baba Ghanoush and…read more Fattoush Salad.The dish was very delicious and they always give you big portions too.i would definitely recommend this place for Lebanese cuisine.

This original location remains my recommended spot for Mediterranean food. Many Mediterranean…read morerestaurants in Fresno County are Armenian-owned, while only a small handful--like this family-run restaurant--specialize in Lebanese cuisine. Lebanese food is widely considered among the best expressions of Mediterranean cooking due to its vibrant use of fresh ingredients, particularly herbs, lemon, garlic, and olive oil, along with a strong emphasis on healthy, plant-based, and grilled dishes. It offers diverse, shareable, and nutrient-dense options such as tabbouleh, hummus, and falafel, making it both flavorful and nutritious. I always enjoy dining at Golden Grill because they exemplify Lebanese cuisine so well. Their dishes highlight fresh herbs like mint and parsley, along with garlic and lemon juice, rather than relying heavily on spices. The result is a light, refreshing, and aromatic flavor profile that feels both vibrant and balanced. The kebabs are excellent. The grilled cubes of beef, chicken, and kafta (ground beef and lamb) skewers are flavorful, tender, and juicy, topped with herbs and grilled to perfection. They carry a subtle smokiness and savory aroma, and the meats are beautifully charred with vibrant color. Their pita and saj sandwiches are also very well done. Each sandwich is warm and carefully assembled, forming a sturdy pocket filled with high-quality ingredients. They combine savory meats (or falafel and vegetables), creamy sauces, and crunchy pickles and onions into a balanced bite. The bread holds generous fillings without collapsing while still being tender enough to bite through easily. The pocket opens cleanly, creating the perfect pouch for the ingredients. For a small restaurant with limited seating that appears to receive many to-go orders, the presentation for dine-in guests is especially thoughtful. The dishes are served on clean white ceramic plates and trays, with the food carefully arranged and portions balanced. It is simple yet elegant and visually appealing. Golden Grill also captures the Lebanese mezze-style dining experience. As someone of Korean heritage, I appreciate this approach, since it is similar to how Korean meals are served with many shared dishes that provide variety in every meal. Some of the shared plates include Lebanese staples like hummus, falafel, tabbouleh, baba ghanouj, and fresh flatbread. Everything here tastes fresh and well-prepared, with distinct textures and aromatic flavors. The signature entrées come with two cold appetizers. The hummus is silky smooth, a velvety blend of garbanzo beans and tahini that almost melts in your mouth. The baba ghanouj is creamy, garlicky, and finished with olive oil. The tabbouleh is bright and balanced with lemon juice, garlic, and a generous drizzle of olive oil that ties together the citrusy and earthy flavors. The restaurant itself is clean, with tables and chairs wiped down quickly after guests leave. Service is friendly, welcoming, and helpful when placing orders. Prices are also reasonable, especially considering many competing Mediterranean restaurants do not place the same emphasis on presentation or on creating a mezze-style dining experience at no additional cost. While some may prefer other Mediterranean cuisines, I personally enjoy the fresh, light, and diverse flavors that Lebanese food offers. Golden Grill's citrus-forward dishes and extensive mezze options make it one of my favorite Mediterranean spots.

8 Beef Kabobs 2 Kafta Kabobs bulgur rice

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AJ's Armenian Cuisine

4.4(329 reviews)

3.1 mi

Great Armenian restaurant! Clean, nice and classy. Friendly staff and great food. Had the chicken…read morekabab and it was terrific! Nice and juicy and tender.

There is a certain comfort in opening a menu and finding cheese boregs and lahmajun. For me, those…read morenames alone bring back my grandmother's cooking, and dinner begins with a little more goodwill than the restaurant has yet had to earn. In Fresno, where the Armenian community reaches back almost to the city's beginnings, food like this carries a particular weight. Restaurants are places to eat, but they also keep a connection to kitchens and people you miss. The pleasant dining room and generous patio make a good first impression. So do prices that suggest you might come back on an ordinary Tuesday. The lulu kebab was good. The pilaf and bulgur alongside it were more puzzling: properly cooked, but almost entirely without flavor. The vermicelli in the pilaf hadn't been browned, missing the toasted quality that makes it worth adding in the first place. Whatever chicken stock might have been involved was keeping a low profile. Salt seemed to have missed dinner altogether. Perhaps remembering my grandmother's cooking set the bar a little high, but wanting another forkful of rice does not seem an unreasonable expectation. The staff were friendly when they appeared, although appearances were infrequent enough that a simple dinner stretched to two hours. A large patio is a lovely thing; ample time to contemplate its dimensions is less essential. There is plenty to like here, particularly a menu I was happy to see and a bill that comes in below many comparable places. But the rice needs the same attention as the kebab, and the tables could use a little more of it, too.

Lulu Bruschetta

T-Bone steak with pasta and grilled vegetables

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Yafa Grill

4.6(178 reviews)

2.6 mi

Wow. Wow. WOW!! I…read morefound Yafa Grill on Google Maps and I was so happy with the delicious food. Here's what I recommend if it's your first time: Lamb Chops plate. It comes with Hummus, pita, salad, and some pickles. The Garlic sauce that the food is paired with is excellent and I had to ask for more. The hummus was beautiful and they sprinkled some sumac and garnished it with some chickpeas. I highly recommend the three meat fajita plate. It was the star of the show!! The service was very welcoming and friendly! It was my first time here, but I will be back as many times as I can!

Amazing food! Huge portions. Our party of 6 got a variety of platters and bowls, chicken and beef…read more Food so yummy. Quick service. Looks like a "fast food" place but does have a sit down service. For a Friday there was no wait and we got our food in a reasonable amount of time. Get the garlic sauce!!! You won't be disappointed! My ONLY negative is they were out of lemonade on the fountain. My 4 year old was not happy. But she ate her deliciously crispy chicken nuggets with no issue! Overall so yummy!

Chicken kabab bowl

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Beef Kofta Kabab

Golden Grill

4.4(114 reviews)

2.7 mi

Some of the best food in Fresno. Doesn't matter what cuisine, and I know there's a bigger version…read moreof this spot down the street. This one is amazing. I go here any chance I get and I get it to go to bring to others. The staff is amazing and the vibe is great. I wish there were more spots like this. Thank you!

Our first time dining with them and so far everything looks fantastic!…read moreThe staff were friendly and welcoming. The ambiance is very cozy with soft Arabic music. The food was delicious just from the menu... Higher recommend Habibi...

Inside

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Teri S.

341

9

2

9 years ago

This place is great. You get a lot of good that is delicious. Great prices. The owners are super nice. I I recommend it to everyone.

Bill T.

1

12

0

1 year ago

In April 2025, Yerevan restaurant is in the same location, but not open for dining. A sign on the door says Catering Only.

Tina M.

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1

0

8 years ago

went at 1230 today and they were closed.

Hakop M.

1

2

7

16 years ago

Great Food and welcoming owners

Yerevan - mediterranean - Updated October 2026

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