Mazra has become one of our favorite family spots. We come here often with our baby, and the staff…read moreis always so kind and welcoming. They remember the little things and are incredibly attentive--many times they've brought us water and a high chair before we even had a chance to ask. The food is consistently excellent. Our go-to dishes are the kebabs and the cauliflower, which are always amazing. It's not easy finding a place that has both great food and a genuinely warm atmosphere, but Mazra does both really well. We always leave happy and look forward to our next visit.

My friend really wanted to bring us here and I'm glad he did! The first attempt, the line was super…read morelong so we bailed. The second time, it was much better. You can't make reservations in the evening, but we were able to get a seat after waiting for 20 or so minutes on a Friday evening. We had a dog with us, and they were able to find us a table in the patio out back. They have patio seating in the front, seating in the restaurant proper, and then more seating in the back patio. The ambiance inside looked really nice, but they didn't want our dog (we don't claim ESA) in the main restaurant. The patio out back was also nice, with a water fountain. Our dog was able to sit under the table and take a nap. The restaurant is BUSY, so the crowd volume was loud, but we could still have a conversation. Behind me was another table and I could hear pretty much their whole conversation. The food was all very good. We did family-style, where we shared all the dishes amongst us. I think the roast chicken might be harder to share, because you have to carve it.

My husband and I are so pleased to have a great Mediterranean Restaurant in Pacifica. It is a small…read morecomfortable place with a steady and able staff and great employers. The Chicken Kabab dinner plate is great. It comes with a good portion of rice and cabbage salad. Also good, is the Pomegranate Salad - with greens, nuts, and cheese along with pomegranate seeds. We go there regularly because we enjoy it so much. By the way, the Chicken Lemon Soup is delicious!!!

We stopped by after a long hike and were excited to try this place because of all the great…read morereviews. It was packed at 5:00 p.m., which seemed like a great sign, and it has the feel of a solid casual Mediterranean restaurant. We ordered the beef kebab dinner and the falafel dinner. We requested the beef be cooked medium rare, but when we got home, it was closer to well done. Unfortunately, the beef was quite tough and difficult to eat. We were hungry after our hike, so we ate it anyway, but it was disappointing. The falafel dinner was a little better, though nothing particularly memorable. I was surprised given the high ratings, but after reading more reviews afterward, I noticed others had also mentioned that the meat can be overcooked. Since we usually order takeout, I probably wouldn't return because it's too much of a gamble if the meat isn't cooked as requested. It's unfortunate, as the restaurant was busy and seemed well-liked, but this visit didn't live up to our expectations.

Laili is my favorite restaurant in Santa Cruz. It's on Cooper Street…read more It's a Middle Eastern restaurant and it has a hidden garden that you don't see until you enter the restaurant. The garden is so charming with umbrella tables and plants winding up the walls. The food is always fantastic. And the service is excellent too. I usually get the chicken kebabs and they come with three different dipping sauces. It also comes with some delicious basmati rice. I usually order the yogurt soda called dough. Sounds like duke. I've been there many times with friends and everyone has raved about what they have ordered. This is one of the few places where you can eat outdoors and you're not bothered by the wind because there are very high walls all the way around.

This was the first time coming here!!…read more we got SO LUCKY, because the wait was like 2 hours or something, but the host found us a seat OUTSIDE after about 10min wait and I recommend the garden patio it's so GORGEOUS. there's heat lamps too in case you forgot your jacket in the car they give you a giant pita and dip to nibble while u wait for your entree which is lovely Aushak dumplings and all of the sauces are completely DELICIOUS Cilantro Caesar salad is fantastic, i've never had caesar with cilantro before and i have been convertedd, however if you like your shrimp deveined, do not get the $18 add-on.... because they do not devein them... also, they may ask what temp for your filet mignon kebob, but we def did not get the requested temp, so uhh proceed with caution!! i would give another star if this experience wasn't so expensive LOL :D

Great ambiance amazing staff friendly open kitchen.... Tells you everything!!!…read moreSo fresh and after starting to order my regular Greek favs - I stopped my order because they actually had moussaka vegetarian made which nobody ever makes. It was absolutely spectacular. It came with Pita's fresh salad and oh my God it was so good. I ordered a bunch of things to go to take home with me because I live a far distance from this place. I found it on Apple Maps but why I was driving asking for the closest Greek place and wow am I glad Apple Maps brought me here. I will definitely be back. And what's really amazing is I just found out I lost a friend and I was sitting at the table a little teary-eyed and a lovely server brought over some tea for me while I was waiting for to go order. And guess what they were open July 4. The food is absolutely spectacular. I'm looking at all the plates of meats and everything smell so fresh I wanna order the french fries just cause they look so delicious but I'm full. I couldn't even eat my whole plate cause I was full.

At long last, my wife and I made our return to the Mediterranean Kitchen and it was a glorious…read morereturn indeed! This time, I decided to order the combo gyros plate which included chicken and beef/lamb slices. The meat slices were nicely crisp and flavorful and was especially delicious mixed with the rice, house salad, and a bit of their olive oil. This time we even got some free tea at the end of the meal. Another 5/5 experience! Very happy with the vibrant flavors and not worrying about that heavy feeling after eating out.

If you're in the mood for really good Mediterranean food, I highly recommend Hummus Mediterranean…read moreKitchen. The service is friendly and attentive, and the food is absolutely spot on. The chicken is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor, and the hummus is incredibly smooth and creamy. Don't skip the tzatziki or the spicy sauce -- they're the perfect complements to any dish.

First time eating at this restaurant and when I arrived the place was empty. I ordered the falafel…read morewrap and I have to give it a solid thumbs up. Falafel was moist, not burnt, and still had a little crunch. the greens were fresh and snappy. I would have liked a little more hummus inside, but the dill sauce that came with it was pretty good and provided more flavor. The wrap itself seemed to be grilled a bit so it was a little hard but I didn't mind. By the time we had finished lunch the place was packed. I guess the locals know that this is a good place for lunch. I would revisit Hummus and try some of the plates next time.

Good spot if you are looking to grab some Mediterranean food. They have expanded to the spot next…read moredoor so they now have ample seating. I have only gotten to go here so not sure if it is a fast casual style or if you can sit down and order. I did see the waiters bringing out plates to the tables but it seemed like you could order at the register than sit down if you wanted. Staff is friendly and the food is good. The white sauce is good if you are okay with garlic. They must make it in house since it was much stringer than others I have tried. Very good in my opinion. Rice is flavorful and meats are cooked well. Have a good amount of spice on there although maybe too much if you are sensitive to those types of flavors. One of the only spots to serve up a lamb shank which is tender and tastes good with the rice. Also gotta drop some of that extra white sauce on there. Overall great spot of you are looking for Mediterranean in the area.

Came here for a quick bite and the time from order when I arrived to pick up was under 5 minutes!…read more Chicken Shawarma- Generous portion of tender chicken, well seasoned over a beutiful prepared rice pilaf and a side salad. Tasty bites and the flavors had heat, spice and very savory. Going back for sure and looking forward to trying the other dishes.

Mykonos Meze is a wonderful, family restaurant with fantastic food in Burlingame downtown. We were…read morelooking for a place for dinner, heard rowdily happy noises from what looks like a parking lot, and found a Greek restaurant with large family groups inside and tables outside under an extension with floral decor. The place is quite pretty. We opted for a small table outside , which is much quieter. Our waiter was a bit stiff around the collar. I suspect he is an old timer, and clearly, we are not regulars. Regardless, the food is great, and the prices are reasonable. The Food: Zucchini Cake, $15 - 4.5 Stars Menu: crispy zucchini cakes with cucumber & mint-yogurt dressing These cakes are ball shaped, deep fried, and made a healthy veggie taste naughty type of good. Very yummy. Lol Tzatziki, $9 - 5 Stars Refreshing and delicious, the tzatziki is an excellent complement to the meal. Octopus, $19 - 5 Stars I really need to stop eating octopus, but when I am in a Greek or Spanish restaurant, I am weak. Grilled octopus legs are soooo good. Their version is grilled just right, not too much char, plus they smartly removed the hardened tips (common) before serving. See photo. Lamb Shank, $34 - 5 Stars Menu: aromatic braised lamb shank with orzo & myzithra cheese The lamb meat is tender and falls off the bone. It is cooked just right. Mykonos Souvlaki, $31 - 5 Stars Menu: herbs marinated tenderloin, shallot & rosemary skewers I enjoy a tasty protein and produce meal, and this dish is perfection with tender pieces of tenderloin over a pile of veggies. It is everything I want.

Very busy, full house Friday night evening around 7 PM. A couple hours later, it did get less busy…read more Drinks and appetizers came out fast. Entrees did take a little while longer to be served but I don't blame the workers for the crowd. Service was attentive (server, food runners, & bussers). My drink: Post & Beam Cabernet Sauvignon red wine - rich, full bodied, mildly sweet with a smooth, long finish. Complimented my entree very well (lamb shank). No clash in taste going from eating to drinking. Appetizers: Calamari: Not a huge fan of calamari personally but it was okay. Crispy and chewy squid inside as expected. Greek fries: Typical fries. Crispy and garnished with 2 sauces. One has a mild spice. Nothing super special but it was good as a choice of "sides" from the menu that turned into an appetizer. Had some leftover for my entree that paired well with it actually. Zucchini cakes: crispy shell on the outside but a mushy, hashbrown-like inside of a flavorful mix of vegetables. Really enjoyed this one. Would recommend it. Entrees: Mine: Lamb Shank: soft, tender, the meat melts right off the bone. The sauce is amazing. Tasteful down to the garnish. There was one end that was super fatty and slimy and then different side of the same end that was really chewy like bubblegum but other than that, still my favorite dish from everyone else's. Glad I chose this. Fisherman's Pasta : the presentation is immaculate, very proportional ratio of seafood to the pasta. l like the variety but honestly, this dish is bland. Good thing I got the lamb shank! Arnisia Paidakia (Lamb Chops): Didn't eat but the person who ate it said it tastes good but kind of dry. What he enjoyed about it was that the rice was made of wheat & savory as well. Lobster Risotto - wasn't my personal order but I got to try a bite. Had some flavor and and enough meat from the tail to eat with the savory rice. Free birthday Baklava desert: Never had it before but I got a bite and liked it. Ended up giving the rest to everyone else. This place is good for its variety of choices so I may come back for the good food and atmosphere.

I love this place. I would frequent it in the early aughts when I worked in Palo Alto, but these…read moredays, I live in Alameda so I get down to the South Bay much less frequently. A friend wanted to treat me to birthday dinner here, so who was I to argue? Our starters, gigantes--I don't even like beans--and could not stop eating these-- and tender, succulent grilled octopus were perfect. We both had fish--hers a whole, steamed branzino and mine a roasted salmon--both very good. I regret not having photographed the dessert, a luscious light meringue with fresh berries. Don't pass that one up!

Service was five stars: I believe our waiter was David, and we were a table of six plus a toddler…read morecelebrating a birthday. He was patient with us snd attentive. We brought a cake and champagne and nothing seemed to bother him. Overall, I found the small plates to be excellent. I've been here before and I have ordered just small plates. This time we went with some entrees, and none of us were thrilled. We were asked how we'd like the lamb prepared - we said medium. All the lamb chops came out well done and dry. The flavors were good, but we were particularly disappointed with the lamb slouvaki, which was extremely dry and overcooked. We did order the riblets from the small plates and those were excellent. I do recommend this place, but stick with the small plates.