Featured NYC Mediterranean Restaurants

IL PUNTO
507 9th Avenue
New York, NY 10018
(212) 244-0088
Discover authentic Italian cuisine from the unexplored regions of Italy. Il Punto Ristorante's menu features Italian locals' food, fresh pastas, grilled and roasted seafood, poultry and veal.
Ilili
236 5th Ave,
New York, NY 10001
(212) 683-2929
ilili is New York’s premier contemporary Lebanese restaurant offering inspired Mediterranean cuisine. The menu mixes authentic Lebanese dishes with modern Mediterranean influences to create a culinary journey for the palate and ...
Persephone
115 East 60th Street
New York, NY 10028
(212) 339-8363
cool Mediterranean retreat from the city's chaos, with fabric-swathed ceilings and pristine white furnishings. Even on a hectic night, service is calm and competent, and the professional couples at most of the tables seem to be sp...
David Bouley
30 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10013
(212) 791-3771
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Secession features world renown chef David Bouley's favorite South of France, Italian, and Mediterranean dishes. Secession is a casual venue with an energetic and fun atmosphere with stunning Klimt paintings.
Ariana
787 9th Avenue
New York, NY 10019
(212) 262-2323
Ariana Kabab Restaurant offers diners a full array of succulent Afghani dishes for your dining pleasure. Enjoy the mysteries of Afghanistan’s delicately delicious dumplings topped with yogurts and mild ground meat sauce.
Bistro 61
1113 1st Avenue
New York, NY 10065
(212) 223-6220
Executive Chef Anthony Raggiri and Head Chef Adil Fawzi are the team responsible for the creation of a menu not too often seen in a bistro setting.
Byblos
200 E 39th Street
New York, NY 10016
(212) 687-0808
Byblos Restaurant was established in 1990 and is a family owned and operated Lebanese restaurant. We have a wide range of homestyle Lebanese cooking.Each dish is prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients.
Dardanel
1071 1st Avenue
New York, NY 10022
(212) 888-0809
We specialize in delicious and reasonably priced Turkish Seafood Cuisine, including our house specialties and other customer favorites. Our cuisine entrees are served in a relaxed and welcoming setting that you are sure to enjoy.
Orso
332 West 46th Street
New York, NY 10036
(212) 489-7212
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Located on Restaurant Row a few steps from the Theatre Distric, Orso is one of the best restaurants on restaurant row.
Turks & Frogs
323 West 11th Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 691-8875
Considered by many to be New York's first wine bar, Turks and Frogs has matured and evolved like so many of its best bottles into a sparkly West Village gem. The kind of place locals are almost magnetically drawn to.
Dervish
146 West 47th Street
New York, NY 10036
(212) 997-0070
Dervish serves authentic Mediterranean cuisine in a duplex environment, with mosaic files, warm lighting, and beautiful mahogany bars on the mezzanine level and second floor.
FIG & OLIVE
420 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 924-1200
Fig & Olive brings you authentic, fresh and flavorful ingredients, simple yet refined dishes, the health benefits of the olive oil and the Mediterranean diet, and antioxidant quality of figs and olives.
Bouley
163 Duane Street
New York, NY 10013
(212) 964-2525
Bouley features the exciting culinary talents of world acclaimed 4 star Chef, David Bouley. Bouley offers Modern French cuisine with world influences served in a warm and intimate setting.
Cafe Salamanca
79-05 Northern Boulevard
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
718-458-2446
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Since our conception in 1984 some have recognized us as one of the best restaurants in the area,(best ten restaurants of the year by Walter Kaner "Daily News"; Restaurant of the week by Teresa Barile "The Queens Gazette").
Nomad
78 Second Avenue
New York, NY 10003
(212) 253-5410
Nomad Restaurant, in the heart of the East Village, features an authentic Mediterranean vibe, casual, romantic and chic. Join us for a great wine menu and truly unique Mediterranean delights, Tapas, and selected European dishes.
Seven's Turkish Grill
158 West 72nd St
New York, NY 10023
(212) 724-4700
Here at Seven's Turkish Grill we use the freshest ingredients. We do not use processed or frozen food. Everything here is made fresh from our kebabs to our Pides.
Trata
1331 Second Avenue
New York, NY 10021
(212) 535-3800
Located on the Upper East Side, Trata has been the neighborhood's best kept secret for over 8 years. True Greek cuisine values simplicity and flavor above all else. A unique all-Greek wine list, and extensive Greek beer and aperit...
Kellari Taverna
19 West 44th
New York, NY 10036
(212) 221-0144
Kellari Taverna is located in the heart of New York City, three blocks from Grand Central Station and the Theater District.
Artisanal
2 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(212) 725-8585
Artisanal Fromagerie, Bistro and Wine Bar showcases the formidable creativity and passion of Chef-Proprietor Terrance Brennan who adds playful twists to classic French bistro dishes.
August
359 Bleecker Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 929-8727
Located in the heart of New York's Greenwich Village, August is a local, critically acclaimed bistro offering Regional European fare for dinner, lunch, and brunch. August features a diverse menu rich in the finest traditions of Eu...
BOQUERIA
171 Spring Street
New York, NY 10012
(212) 343-4255
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Tapas bars are perhaps Spain's greatest contributions to the world of dining. Boqueria, named after Barcelona's justly world famous market , offers New Yorkers the chance to dine as they would in Barcelona.
Bodrum
584 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10024
(212) 799-2806
Turkish Executive Chef Turgut Balikci celebrates authentic Turkish cooking at Bodrum with a broader scope including the surrounding areas of the Mediterranean. He has been feeding and hosting Upper Westsiders for nearly 20 years.
Bottega del Vino
7 East 59 Street
New York, NY 10022
(212) 223-3028
Bottega Del Vino serves superb Veronese cuisine and boasts one of New York City's largest wine cellars. With over 2000 wines on our wine list, and an extensive selection of wines from all over the world.
Boom
152 Spring Street
New York, NY 10012
(212) 431-3663
Boom offers Italian & international cuisine and features live bands every night, an award winning restaurant, which won the prestigious Jon Mariani Esquire award for Best New Restaurant in the USA.
Antibes Bistro
112 Suffolk Street
New York, NY 10002
212-533-6088
Located in the Lower East Side , Antibes Bistro offers a charming dining experience. The menu offers an array of simple French and Mediterranean fare. For the Jazz lover join us on Tuesday and wednesday weekly as we feature local...
Balade
208 1st Ave
New York, NY 10009
(212) 529-6868
A Lebanese restaurant that is a genuine addition to New York City’s diverse International cuisines. Specializing in Lebanese Pitza and Grill, Balade is a quaint neighborhood destination in the East Village with a warm and hospit...
Daniel
60 East 65th Street
New York, NY 10065
(212) 288-0033
Daniel namesake restaurant features contemporary, French cuisine in a setting that combines striking neoclassical architecture with elegant modern furnishings. The sophisticated bar and lounge are a welcoming.
Aegean Cove
20-01 Steinway Street
Astoria, NY 11105
(718) 274-9800
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Aegean Cove. Fine Greek Dining. Come in and let Executive Chef Christos Christou delight your taste buds
Alcala
342 East 46th Street
New York, NY 10017
(212) 370-1866
Alcala is a smaller, more intimate restaurant near the U.N. which serves food from the Basque region of Spain. Alcala creates an elegant and romantic setting while still maintaining an overall casual atmosphere.
Alfanoose
8 Maiden Ln
New York, NY 10038
(212) 528-4669
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Alfanoose was founded in 1999 by Mouhamad Shami in New York City's Financial District. Shami is a lover of authentic Middle Eastern cuisine and a purist at heart. Alfanoose came about, mainly because of his disappointment in findi...
Marmara
1660 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10128
(212) 996-1313
We specialize in delicious and reasonably priced Turkish Cuisine, including our house specialties and other customer favorites The atmosphere is warm and inviting with exposed brick walls.
La Carbonara
202 West 14th Street
New York, NY 10011
(212) 255-2060
La Carbonara is the perfect place to go to for Italian "comfort" food at a really good price. Eat well and don't worry about what you are spending. La Carbonara has a casual, rustic look, tailored to its surrounding neighborhood.
Thalassa
179 Franklin Street
New York, NY 10013
(212) 941-7661
Contemporary Mediterranean Seafood Restaurant with rare Greek wines and hard to get boutique worldly wine list.
Persepolis
1407 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10021
(212) 535-1100
Persepolis Is a Persian/ Mediterranean restaurant with a dynamic atmosphere and 20 years of experience! We are located in the Upper East Side of Manhattan on 2nd Avenue & 73rd Street. Our chefs goal is to serve the finest Persian ...
Molyvos
871 7th Avenue
New York, NY 10019
(212) 582-7500
Molyvos is the closest you can get to Greece in New York City. Critics agree that Molyvos serves perhaps the finest example of Greek cuisine in New York, and beyond.
Pipa
38 East 19th Street
New York, NY 10003
(212) 677-2233
Traditional and interpretive tapas that throws a sharp focus on the definitive of Spanish cuisine. Few styles of cooking place such an importance on texture and flavor.
Toledo
6 East 36th Street
New York, NY 10016
(212) 696-5036
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Toledo is situated in a beautiful Murray Hill brownstone in the heart of midtown. It has expertly prepared authentic Spanish dishes for over 33 years and is recognized by many as one of the NYC's premier Spanish restaurants.
Meson Sevilla
344 West 46th Street
New York, NY 10036
(212) 262-5890
For over 25 years Meson Sevilla has established itself as a staple in Midtown Manhattan. Serving classic Spanish cuisine, trendy tapas and Italian specialties, the menu can satisfy everyone's appetite.
Montebello
120 East 56th Street
New York, NY 10022
(212) 753-1447
Located in the heart of Midtown East, Montebello serve a classic Northern Italian cuisine with a special flair for a business lunch or a romantic dinner. Emphasis is placed on simple, fresh ingredients and proven cooking methods.
Via Quadronno
25 East 73rd Street
New York, NY 10021
(212) 650-9880
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Via Quadronno, a restaurant and paninoteca, with our warm and inviting atmosphere, you will find people standing at the coffee bar sipping espresso while crusty Paninis topped with cheeses, truffles, and high quality cured meats.
Bar Carrera
146 West Houston
New York, NY 10012
(212) 253-9500
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Tapas can mean nearly anything these days, but pintxos (tastings served in the Basque region of Spain) are a little more specific.
Barbounia
250 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10003
(212) 995-0242
Barbounia: a boisterous reinvention of the Mediterranean’s vibrant cuisine and easy lifestyle. Named for the ubiquitous red mullet that swims the Mediterranean waters, Barbounia celebrates the region’s common heritage and bold cui...
Rino
877 Eighth Avenue
New York, NY 10019
(212) 307-0666
Rino Trattoria recreates the unmistakable experience of authentic Italian dining while capturing the enthralling atmosphere of the Italian Riviera.
Anthos
36 West 52nd Street
New York, NY 10019
(212) 582-6900
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Donatella Arpaia and Chef Michael Psilakis are teaming once again to continue the tradition begun at Dona and Onera with their Michelin Star rated New Greek cuisine at Anthos. Anthos means blossoming. The space, an airy midtown te...
Milos
125 West 55th Street
New York, NY 10019
(212) 245-7400
The freshest, most flavorful fish, vegetables and fruits, prepared in the subtlest way and served in an elegant, spacious setting, is why Milo's has become of one of New York's most lauded restaurant.
Eataly
200 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10010
(212) 229-2560
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Eataly is more than a supermarket with restaurants. It is an energetic marketplace, an opportunity to taste and take home the products of artisans who till, knead and press to bring you the highest quality products at fair price.
Sangria 46
338 West 46th Street
New York, NY 10036
(212) 581-8482
Sangria 46 is Restaurant Row's newest addition serving New York's finest traditional cuisine of Spain, including exotic tapas and the freshest seafood. We offer some of the best food, wine & sangrias in New York City.
Hanci Turkish Cuisine
854 10th Ave
New York, NY 10019
(212) 707-8144
We aim to recreate Turkish food as it is found in Turkey, right here in the heart of New York City by combining the freshest of ingredients with recipes that have withstood the taste test of time.
Vai
105 Thompson Street
New York, NY 10024
(212) 226-1146
A great meal is not just about the food and wine. A great meal is not just one that fills you up. A great meal opens up your senses and introduces you to new tastes.
Casa Lever
390 Park Ave
New York, NY 10022
212-888-2700
Modern art and timeless architecture set the stage for Italian classics, curated wines and creative cocktails.
Kefi
505 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY 10024
(212) 873-0200
Chef Michael Psilakis and partner Donatella Arpaia have moved their rustic Greek gem, Kefi, to a larger space at 505 Columbus Avenue. The new, 200-seat interior evokes the feeling of a palatial Greek hideaway broken up into severa...
Cucina di Pesce
87 East 4th Street
New York, NY 10003
(212) 260-6800
Cucina di Pesce is the type of unpretentious, comfortably lived-in Italian restaurant where the flavors are absolutely contemporary. This is one of the best places in the city to get "good" Italian food, on a budget.