Best Mediterranean food around and the absolute nicest owners! The quality is always amazing and the food is always consistent.

I ate here today after having our Tundra serviced at Beechmont Toyota. I was so impressed with the quality of the food and of the service. I live in Verona, KY, and it's hard to find good Mediterranean food close by. I will gladly take hubby's truck in now whenever it needs service! I had the Cacik and the stuffed cabbage rolls. They were yummy. Can't wait to try everything on the menu! read more

First time here and the owner/chef was so kind and funny. The patio was beautiful and cozy. Now the food was unbelievably delicious! Highly recommend. read more

Food is incredible here and service is great too. The Leyla salad is my favorite there and their chicken dishes are also fantastic read more

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN - Mediterranean Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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We loooved this small intimate resturant! Stopped here before a movie and almost didn't have room for popcorn. A little short on staff, but the restaurant was packed and they did amazing for being short handed. Lots of food, pita before your meal, and the desserts are homemade! read more

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN - Meat combo platter - Mediterranean Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I got my food to go and got the beef/lamb kebab platter, salmon dinner, and hummus. I asked for mainly vegetables instead of the rice because I didn't want to eat too many carbs. The food was great. I waited about 15 minutes more when I got there to pick ip my food. No biggie. read more

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN - Shish Kebab Dinner Salmon Fillet Dinner Hummus - Mediterranean Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

HORRIBLE RESTAURANT. the waitress is rude and the food is not good at all. I come from south Italy and I have had a lot of good Mediterranean food and this restaurant is TERRIBLE. Spend your money somewhere else. read more

Delicious food, very authentic, great atmosphere and very friendly service. The Iskander kebab is great and the zucchini pancakes can't be beat read more

it's really delicious food Beautiful place to enjoy lunch or dinner Customer service really beautiful read more

Leyla is worth your time and your business. Hard working family team who is super kind and delivers really great food. Don't let the Boss-man and his gruff exterior throw you, they are good people and work hard to make sure you are happy and satisfied. Have come here many times and will come back again and again. The food is great and made right there. You're going to love it. read more

The food was very tasty and the restaurant had a nice ambience. Our waiter was very friendly and took care of every need, although the service was very slow. read more

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN - Chicken Adana Kebab Lunch Zucchini Pancake Lunch - Mediterranean Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We stopped in here the other day sort of between lunch and dinner. The place had a very homey, comforting feel to it. The menu had plenty to choose from so it took us a little bit to make up our mind but it all worked out great in the end. We ordered the cold appetizer plate for 2 to share and on the plate was baba ganoush, hummus, a couple stuffed grape leaves, a few carrots, lebne, acili ezme, and a nice warm basket of bread. This was an excellent way to start our meal and we also ordered a couple of cocktails, I had the cosmo and my cousin had the sidecar made with brandy. We would both order those cocktails again. For our main dishes my cousin ordered the mixed grill and I had Lahmacun which was a Kurdish style pizza with lamb. We liked both dishes. I did want to order something for dessert they had a few choices but they only had baklava and that's not what I was interested in. This was the only fault of the restaurant everything else was perfect. We already decided we would go back again. read more

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I'd been quite curious about this little spot for a bit but never got the chance to try it... Until recently when I convinced the boss to check it out with me for lunch. Definitely glad I did because we both really enjoyed it. For lunch, it was a little pricey, but you absolutely got what you paid for. We went on a Thursday for lunch. It wasn't too busy but they did have some carryout business going on. The place itself seems tiny from the outside, but they do have a good amount of indoor and outdoor seating. Their menu has a lot of unique options ranging from gyros, kebabs, sautéed dishes, soups, salads, and tasty shareables. We started out with some pita bread and kisir. It had a very unique taste that neither of us could stop eating. As for our main entrees, he got a gyro with a side of lentil soup, and I opted for the sautéed lamb special. Right after we ordered, their head chef came out to meet us, and offered a special lamb leg that she'd just finished cooking instead of their usual dish. I'm always up for trying new things so I said sure. She was very friendly and inviting. We hardly waited long at all before everything was ready. My boss's gyro was HUGE and loaded with meat. My lamb was phenomenal and the meat was so tender that it fell right off the bone. My dish was so big that I could only finish about half, but I'm definitely a meal prepper, so I saved the rest for lunch just yesterday (it held up amazingly well). After we finished what we could, their chef came out and offered us some Turkish tea and talked to us about the tradition of serving tea after a meal. She said it gives people a reason to stay and talk more and create lasting bonds of friendship. The tea itself was very tasty too. I really enjoyed everything about this spot. I could absolutely see going here again, but of course, with my babe instead of my boss. read more

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN - Kisir - Mediterranean Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I had dinner here with family on Sunday evening. There were five of us but they weren't busy so we were sat immediately. We ordered the Hummus and the Stuffed Grape Leaves for appetizers. The hummus was delicious! As were the breads and dipping oil that were served with it. The buns were especially yummy and everyone liked them. The dipping oil was also really good! The stuffed grape leaves were ok. They kind of had a bitter, canned taste -like they weren't fresh made. For our entrees there were two orders of Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, two orders of Chicken Kebabs and one order of Kofte Kebab. I think everyone liked their entrees for the most part. I didn't care for the cabbage rolls here. Just a personal taste. They were very heavy handed on a certain spice. Paprika? Aleppo? I'm not sure but you could see it very heavy on the inside and it overpowered the dish. My husband didn't notice it until the next day, when he warmed up both of our leftovers for his lunch. He had a beer that evening and I guess it diluted the flavor.The next day didn't care as much for them either. The same complaint. While we thought most of the food was pretty good and the service was too - it's a bit overpriced. We would definitely return to try more of the menu. read more

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Great family owned restaurant. Good food, large portions, the bread is not to be missed.

The food is always wonderful. Serving sizes are generous. Get the tea! So good. It's my go to on this side of town, hands down.

This is my favorite Cincinnati Mediterranean restaurant. The food is great! The service has been on point. read more

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The restaurant sits in Anderson Town Center next to Macy's. Parking is more than adequate. Our party of four was greeted warmly and immediately seated. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Both are very good. Service was immediate and friendly. We ordered drinks and a humus plate to share. All came quickly. One person ordered chicken thighs, another got the Gyro platter and two of us, the baked eggplant. All dishes were excellent, properly cooked and spiced. I loved the baked eggplant. It was similar to moussaka, but no béchamel sauce. We all will go back anytime. read more

Excellent food and service. The Tzitki was so fresh. Such a welcoming place. Loved the gyro!

Friendly, accommodating service. Fresh, plentiful portions. Authentic, ethnic environment. A delightful experience overall.

I had the blessed opportunity to meet the owners of LEYLA and enjoy a meal with them. The meal was by far, one of the best I have had in my life. From the grilled vegetables, lamb and chicken to the hummus, grape leaves, and babaganoush (which I rarely go for), everything was fresh and perfectly prepared. I could taste the love in every single bite. I must also add, the BAKLAVA is world class. It was lighter than others I have tasted and I swear was in honey and pistachio heaven. For me, service is king and LEYLA delivered greatly in this area as well. I highly recommend. And plan to return but next time, with friends. Dine local, support small business, support minority-owned business. And be kind and patient as many are short staffed at this time. read more

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This place is absolutely AMAZING!! I kept stopping and staring in disbelief of how delicious everything was! I was not impressed the first time I had baklava at a different restaurant, but the baklava here is incredible. The borek was mind blowing, and the stew was also delicious. I can't wait to come back here with friends so they can enjoy it too! The service was also great. Emma is very kind and congenial, and remembers the regulars and asks how they're doing. She made dining here a very enjoyable experience. read more

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Delicious food! The servings are huge! The Falafal and chicken Kabobs were amazing. Service was good and the ambiance was nice.

My husband and I chose Leyla's for our 4th wedding anniversary. We got the "cold apps for 2", a lamb flatbread, and the shish kebab (chargrilled lamb in sauce). My favorite things we ordered was definitely the baba gannoush and labne. The labne was special because it has fresh dill in it-- which took it to the next level. We were honestly more impressed with the apps than the entrees, but would definitely come back to try more menu items. We sat outside on the patio. It's super cute and covered in grape vines. They also played some really great music. read more

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Excellent meal, family owned great food, a great call for a meal. The service was excellent, the meal was wonderful and flavorful. It was priced right and the place that we will most certainly go back to. read more

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This place is legit! Wow. Amazing. I wish I had pictures of my food, but everything was so amazing that I jumped head first and forgot to snap any pictures. They are currently a little understaffed, so come with a little patience. The wait is worth it. read more

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN - Dessert - Mediterranean Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

The food a Leyla Mediterranean is very good and unique. Not your typical Mediterranean menu. Their mixed appetizer plate is awesome. I often order that for takeout for entertaining. My one negative comment is they could use an additional server during peak hours. It was difficult to watch and experience. All the best to Leyla Mediterranean. read more

Best Mediterranean in all of Cincinnati Emma is doing an amazing job with power packed flavor coming out of every meal and appetizer. Great service. Tender lamb. read more

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN - Emma runs a great place. - Mediterranean Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

First time eating here but definitely won't be the last! The food & service were outstanding. We had the Chicken Kebab and Chicken Adana Kebab, both were excellent. The complimentary pita bread a dipping oil were fantastic. I would come back just for the dipping oil alone! Highly recommend. read more

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Leyla Mediterranean is such a cute and quaint little place to go for lunch or dinner. They have a fabulous outdoor patio with many well loved and cared for plants. You feel like you are in a vista in Europe while sitting in a strip mall. The food is absolutely fantastic. Family recipes are well-seasoned and you can tell everything is made from scratch. The hummus is made from fresh chickpeas and sesame oil and we always get it with sliced vegetables. It's about my favorite. The family staff keeps an eye on the table and keeps the service going. The music is nice. This is a great place for a first date! read more

Ambience is good. Also, they let us try a part of the desert for free. the food is very unique. read more

After over two years we made our way back to Cincinnati to explore and decided on Leyla for lunch. SO VERY GLAD. we ordered the app sampler and the mixed grill and were absolutely pleased with our choices. The baba ganoush is truly some of the best. Everything was so happily devoured that I nearly forgot to take photos! The chef/owner continued to come out and check on us and she ensured we were happy! Such a great place and one for the books! read more

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN - Mixed Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Leyla Mediterranean is definitely one of my favorite restaurants in the Cincinnati area. My girlfriend and I have been to Leyla's multiple times and it is consistently top notch. In the past few months, I have tried their gyros, lamb adana kebabs, fried calamari, baba ganoush, the cabbage rolls, and more. It's impossible to choose a favorite, but if I did, I would highlight the gyros (so moist!) and the baba ganoush - don't pass this one up. The fresh bread and sun dried tomato dipping sauce is also amazing. The staff are so friendly and always make us feel welcome. We are so glad to have such an excellent local business to support. I only have one photo to share and it was from my first visit back in July. The chef offered a special that evening with two of my favorite things - a lamb shank over baba ganoush. I would order this every time if possible. Please add this to the regular menu!! read more

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN - Lamb shank over baba ganoush. - Mediterranean Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Medicore falafel and hummus. 5/10. Both were bland and nothing to write home about. My hunt for the best falafel in Cincinnati continues.

I went to this restaurant around 10 times. I am Muslim, so I only eat Halal food. Leyla Mediterranean is the only Halal restaurant in the Anderson area. Sadly, ALL of my experiences at this restaurant have been horrible. The owner is a very rude, disrespectful and openly racist individual. When I come into their restaurant, the first thing this man says is "Takeout?" Basically implying that he does not want me dining in his restaurant. I noticed that he was exceptionally polite and respectful toward white customers. I recently bought their Adana Kebab and the whole entire thing was a slab of rotten chicken. The food container literally smelled like trash. Never again. I wouldn't go near this place with a 1,000 yard stick. read more

I ordered take-out from this restaurant yesterday. They're located in Anderson Towne Center, which I found to be enormous and confusing. I finally had to stop at their sister-restaurant, Mesopotamia, and ask for directions. The restaurant was clean and well-decorated. The staff seemed very busy but friendly and attentive. At first no one was available, and then suddenly three staff members were offering to help me, including the owner. But it was the food that made the biggest impression on me. The Grilled Chicken Thighs had a flavorful grill on them, but the hit was the Shrimp Casserole. The shrimp were plump and tender, the veggies were fresh and freshly-cut, and the sauce was absolutely amazing!! It was complex, with the piquant taste of yogurt. I couldn't stop slurping up spoon-fulls of it from my plate. It was a generous portion, expertly made, with a huge helping of equally flavorful rice. Safe to say I strongly recommend this restaurant!! read more

Good food Quick service Cute place The rent must be outrageous because the prices are twice the price for what you get read more

Atev here for lunch on a weekday about 11:30. I was the only one dining in, although several people came in for carryout. I really wanted to try the lahmacun, but the server advised that the oven was on on the fritz so no flatbreads were available. So I had okra stew with lamb instead. Also baba ghanoush and kibbeh appetizers. Baba ghanoush was terrific--kibbeh was a little overdone and hard on the outside.Also had some red lentil soup which was good. Wanted to try rice pudding for dessert but they were out of that also for some reason. Service was friendly and adequate. I hope to return again and hopefully have the lahmacun and rice pudding. read more

This is among the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. The baba ganoush was the best ever. Their complimentary dipping sauce was incredible. Sun dried tomatoes, olive oil, rosemary, oregano, and some other stuff I didn't understand her saying. The hummus was pretty good. The falafel was really good. The burek was good. They are very short staffed, but getting appetizers helped speed things up. But it was still worth the wait. I did my best to compliment the waitress / cook. She appreciated my attempt to calm her down and the encouragement I offered. I highly recommend Leyla Mediterranean. Just be calm and wait patiently. You will not be disappointed. read more

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I liked this place. I was one of two groups who were dining, and our checks got switched but we got it figured out. I did order a martini (I am in my mid 20s) and the waitress told me I shouldn't be drinking so young - I laughed it off though. It definitely feels very authentic here. The vibes were just off but it made an interesting experience. Food was delicious, especially the stuffed grape leaves! Not many plant-based meal options however, but I ordered sides and appetizers. read more

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN - Mediterranean Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio