Absolutely delicious, great vegetarian options, the falafel with feta and green olives is amazing. The outdoor seating in back is very spacious, comfy, and beautiful. Would recommend the mint lemonade as well! read more

got a platter that was dry. The chicken shwarma and steak had this weird grey color. Gave them another shot and tried the fat boy gyro and that was pretty good read more

Food is delicious, Kimo is amazing! Very knowledgeable about gluten free allergy. Love that the meats and falafel are all made fresh to order. Highly recommend. read more

truly one of my favorite places to eat in rockaway. The food is SOO SO SO delicious I stop here whenever I can.

I would leave a bad review to see if I will get crucified by Javed the bus boy... but the food is good.

Perfect spot to end a hectic day, loved the food and relaxing in the back. Can't wait to return.

Kimo's kitchen is an awesome Mediterranean restaurant with a gorgeous outdoor seating area located in downtown Rockaway! They even grow their own herbs/ vegetables in the backyard! Very welcoming and chill atmosphere! read more

Kimo's - Mediterranean Near Me - Rockaway Beach, New York

Absolutely unique and delicious!!! The eggplant stuffed falafel was amazing. Family-run, super friendly with a cute back porch with picnic tables read more

Came here after the beach with my friend for the first time and it was a 10/10! Highly recommend if you're looking for something tasty and fresh, also has a cute backyard. The workers were really nice too. read more

This is one of my favorite spots in Queens and especially if I'm in Rockaway!!! They have literally the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. Their falafel, chicken shawarma and their sambusa with spinach and mushroom are all to die for. The service is also amazing as the chef and owner always asks if all the food was good and if you enjoyed which adds such a warm touch. Everybody in Rockaway has to try this place! read more

A great place for Mediterranean. Amazing chicken Adana. The tahini sauce is fresh and delicious.

To say the food here was fresh and terrific is an understatement. We have heard stories about the amazing Mediterranean cuisine Kimo's has to offer and made the trip all of the way from Connecticut. It was the perfect ending to a terrific beach day. We will be back next time we visit Rockaway. Truly authentic and delicious food read more

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Finally a place in the area that does take out after 8pm on the weekends that's not pizza or Chinese! It's Great food, and very reasonably priced. We will be going back there for sure:) read more

As I walked by Kimo's, the delicious smells and the friendliness and hospitality of the man behind the counter drew my friends and I into the space. The man behind the counter was Michail, the chef and co-owner. He was promoting his food with pride, and you can tell he cooks with love in his heart. He is of Greek and Egyptian descent, so naturally his Mediterranean Cuisine is purely authentic. I ordered the Lamb Shank with sides, and a Mezze Platter to share with my group. We went to the back to grab a table and we were so pleased to see how beautiful and expansive it was! There was plenty of room for us and our surfboards. Half of the backyard had sand on the floor and tables with umbrellas; it was like being on the beach! The other half was covered with a slanted roof, which protected us when it started to rain. Chef Michail brought the food out to us personally and wished us bon appetit. The food was DELICIOUS!!! The meat of the lamb shank was so tender, tasteful and juicy, and it just came off the bone easily. All sides and mezze were flavorful and rich. We thoroughly enjoyed everything we ate and the ambience around us. On our way out, I thanked the cooks in the kitchen and gave them compliments. They told me to thank Chef Michail; that all praises were due to him. They held the Chef in high regard and stated that he treats his staff very well; signs of a true, good leader, and a good employer and businessman. Much respect to Chef Michail and his staff! I've worked in restaurants for over a decade, I am a native New Yorker with eclectic tastes, and I know good food. I also know that when the Chef loves his cooking and his staff, the love is shared with the patrons and the community through the service and the food. Bravo Chef Michail and Kimo's! If you are looking for quality Mediterranean food and phenomenal service in the Rockaways, look no further than Kimo's. I can't wait to eat there again. read more

We had a terrific lunch here yesterday. The backyard is a delightful setting to enjoy this terrific food. Our group had the moussaka, pastichio, stuffed felafel etc. All delicious. We are in the delightful back garden where hens and vegetables were growing. The roof overhead kept if dry during a quick rain shower. read more

This place is just like a Mediterranean Chipotle. You are able to customize your wraps and bowls to your liking. They have many options for food, including vegan options. My favorite protein is the Chicken Adena Kebab. It is so flavorful and pulls apart easily! The lentils are great, and so is the feta cheese! I definitely recommend going here if you live in Rockaway! read more

Great food and very nice staff. The outdoor seating area was very nice. I had the kefta bowl it was delicious with a mint lemonade. My 3 children enjoyed the food and atmosphere as well. read more

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Awesome spot for Mediterranean cuisine. Chicken kebab and tabouli salad were awesome!

Such nice people and the chefs are so talented and super helpful when creating your bowl/pita. Highlyyy recommend this place to anyone who appreciates good Mediterranean food! read more

Kimo's - Chicken Adana Kebab salad bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Rockaway Beach, New York

Lunch on a windy Rockaway day. Delish. Falafel bowl is tops. We ate outside in their little garden spot. Good for meat lovers , vegetarians and vegans. read more

I wen with myb13 year old son and husband. I had a mezzo plate bc I like variety.....but boy do they know what they are doing, they cater to all ages bc my son son got the chicken fat boy and loved it. My husband gets a lamb gyro everytime bc he loves it so why do anything else. And the the Moroccan mint lemonade wasnso refreshing. read more

Amazing service and delicious food! A family-owned hidden jewel in Rockaway Beach. I come all the way from Manhattan to eat here after a nice surfing session. This place never ceases to satisfy me, and beyond. Honestly, I highly recommend Kimo's Kitchen! Very representative of Mediterranean food. Reasonably priced, and really really really delicious! read more

Truly wished I could give them zero stars! After the beach around 7:15 pm I wanted to grab something light to eat. My boyfriend and I were excited to see there was a Mediterranean Restaurant nearby. It's post-covid and the restaurant was completely emptied. We went in to review the menu, my boyfriend in the meantime used the restroom. I decided I wanted soup, hummus with flatbread and baklava for dessert. My boyfriend comes out the bathroom and reviews the menu as I asked the staff if they had soup. No soup. As my boyfriend reviews the menu I went to use the restroom. I come out and we decide to check out another restaurant nearby. Hopefully one that has soup! Meanwhile this all happened literally within 6 mins. As we walk out the manager or owner yells "thanks for only using the bathroom" with an attitude. I was truly offended and explained that I indeed wanted to buy something but they weren't offering what I wanted from the menu. The owner was very dismissive and AGAIN with an attitude said "get out of here" and used his hand as for me to shoot out. What the heck!! I wasn't even inside the restaurant. He was talking to me as I'm on the sidewalk. Treating me so horribly. My boyfriend was right next to me and told him to watch his mouth. The owner ( or what perceived to be the owner) kept mouthing off to my boyfriend and they exchanged a few words. This place is disgusting and disrespectful. There was no need for it. I want to support businesses that value their customers!! Good food or not they don't deserve your money. As long as that man is there ( the one with the scratch on his right eye) they don't deserve your money. No restaurant owner is worthy enough to treat people/ customers that way. We weren't even greeted when we went there. Not a hello or anything. If my intentions were to only used the restroom best believe I would of asked permission. I'm that kind of person! And if they would of had what I wanted that's written on there menu I would of gladly made a purchased. But honestly I'm glad they didn't have what I wanted because the level of disrespect me and my boyfriend received was unnecessary!! Let me update this since Javed feels the need to respond a day after my post. Your negative and ignorant response is greatly NOT appreciated . All I hear is Blah, blah, blah. I stopped reading after the first paragraph. I should of known this business was being lead by a fool. I can care less about your perception about your worker, your food and other people's opinions on your food. The only opinion that matters is mine. To say it would be 10x's worse, awe. Javed and his friend seem like they are in need of a hug Take care Gary read more

Really good food. Staff is really nice. Really, come eat here. It is cheap tooo! Many options for all types. Definitely coming back here!! read more

Kimo's - Two bowls of deliciousness. - Mediterranean Near Me - Rockaway Beach, New York

Best lamb meatballs that I've ever had - spiced with a touch of cinnamon. Also great fatoush. Prices very reasonable. Lovely patio out back, where they grow fresh mint, tomatoes, peppers, etc. A real find! read more

Lovely, family owned business. Wonderful hospitality. Delicious, fresh food. Check it out!

Just moved to the area and came here for the first time and oh man will I be back! Mike and his daughters provided excellent service and the food was fantastic! Can't wait to come back and try more items off the menu, especially the desert. A+ establishment! read more

Simple cuisine with outstanding flavor! Love the Moroccan pilaf bowl... I've had it with various protein add ins, grilled chicken being my favorite- fresh and perfectly seasoned. Mike the owner can be found at the grill creating these masterpieces. Take your food to go or stay and relax in their backyard dining area. Make sure to have the mint lemonade, it compliments the meal! read more

Delicious Mediterranean fare! While back visiting family I decided to try this. I had a chicken shawarma bowl with baba ganoush, tabouli, and stuffed grape leaves, topped off with tahini. I also enjoyed trying ful medame, a tasty fava bean stew with garlic, onion, lemon juice, peppers, cumin and tahini. I capped it off for desert with galaktoboureko, a yummy confection of custard and honey wrapped in phyllo. All this accompanied by lively Arabic music, enhancing its authenticity and atmosphere. While there are only a few tables alongside the long counter, there's a nice shaded seating area outside in the back. read more

Kimo's food is delicious but don't try to have it delivers as I be now been waiting 1 hour and 30 minutes and still no food beware of Seamless they are the worst And the girl who answered the phone at Kimo's was absolutely useless read more

First of all the driver didn't even have my correct address in and parked all the way down the block when i gave him my right address then had the nerve to try and explain to me that the streets are set up weird second of all when I received my food the FRIES WAS COLD AND HARD AS A BRICK I literally couldn't even bite into it and the gyro was cold I'm sorry I'm never ordering from here again . read more

This place has the best gyros and stuffed grape leaves I have ever had! And Mike and his employees are so nice and very welcoming!

Incredible. I had a pita with marinated grilled chicken, garbanzo salad, fried onions, artichoke hearts and tahini. Blown away by the little crispy delicious fried onions. The flavors melded together wonderfully. My husband had the gyro fat boy. He loved it. I plan to stop here whenever I come to Rockaway to bike or swim. read more

Excellent food, great service and a beautiful location. Worth stopping in! Don't fall asleep on the Fatboy!

Fresh and delicious!! We really needed this affordable, healthy and tasty food in the Rockaway's. The establishment is clean and the employees are friendly. Kimo's is my new fave. read more

Baba Ganoush and grape leaves were fabulous. Skip the lackluster pita - dry, inexpertly seasoned, and vaguely disappointing. Two stars is a stretch, but it is nice to see a variety of food in the neighboorhood, so we sprang for that second star on a whim. Look elsewhere for authentic Greek food. read more

They try to charge one dollar for a cup of water. Maybe they to conserve plastic but then just get paper cups. That really rubbed me the wrong way- I've never been charged a dollar for tap water in my life. On top of that the rice was undercooked and had no flavor even though it was like 60 percent of the meal. I will never go there again. read more

My favorite restaurant! Everything I've tried is amazing. You can taste the quality and freshness of every ingredient making each meal the perfect balance of healthy but filling. The service is also unmatched, I am always greeted with warm smiles. I was counting down the days for Kimo's to reopen after an unfortunate fire that had them closed for a few months. Thankfully they're back open and the quality and service are just as good as ever! If you're looking for a fresh meal in Rockaway this is always my recommendation! My favorites to order are always the falafel, grape leaves, anything with lamb, and you can't go wrong with any of their desserts! read more

SO DAMN GOOD. Really cute seating in the back area too, and kind staff! I ordered the gyro, and though I've ordered similar meals elsewhere, this experience was different- so well flavored, not too salty, plus the white sauce was perfect. read more

Great, inspired mix of Greek and Egyptian cuisine. Excellent, authentic spicing, large portions, beautiful casual rear patio -- sink our feet into the sand while gnawing on falafel marshes stuffed with flavorful garlic eggplant and harissa. Or perhaps the hawawshi -- handmade crusty dough stuffed with lamb and beef mince. The host and staff are friendly, engaging and happy to explain anything on the menu. Sit in the back and watch the A train go by while lapsing into the sun n' surf motif. Someday we'll get to the Greek dishes but for now the Egyptian menu brought us right back to Cairo and Siwa Oasis... read more