Love this place! Probably one of the best halal options in Charlottesville. It's basically Chipotle style where you go down the line and select your rice, meat, and veggies. Everything is so fresh and flavorful! My family and I loved it so much we had it two days in a row haha. Check it out if you're in cville! read more

I used to love Mezeh, especially because of their spicy lamb and caramelized eggplant. I would have given them 4 or 5 stars, but the last time that I went over a month ago, the customer service was so terrible that I've decided not to go back. The last time that I went, the lady behind the counter gave me only two pieces of caramelized eggplant. I nicely asked her for more, and reassured her that it would be my last topping. I'd also noticed that there was more eggplant in the container, and an entire tray of eggplant right behind her. She looked down in the container, saw the eggplant, and told me with a wide grin on her face that she couldn't give me any more because there was none left. I was aghast at her lie and decided not to argue with her. Later after I had already paid and left the counter, she ran up to my friend and gave her more eggplant. In the end, my friend had six pieces of eggplant even though she had not asked for more. I don't understand her reasoning for this kind of behavior, but found it very childish. They've also replaced their spicy lamb with "shredded lamb," which is a tougher, chewier, and blander preparation of lamb. So sad. In addition, when we went to grab utensils, all of them were placed on the metal counter in a disorganized, dirty mess. We grabbed the topmost utensils and cleaned them before using them. read more

Came here for the first time and really enjoyed it! The restaurant is clean and modern and located in an upscale shopping center with a lot of parking spaces. The food is very similar to Cava (like a Mediterranean version of Chipotle) but there are many more options for customization. There are literally dozens of possible combinations! I got a mixed bowl and added many different toppings - all of which were fresh and pretty flavorful. I thought the diced pickled radish was a little strong and that the harissa sauce was heavier than anticipated. For the protein I got the chicken shawarma which was good. Overall, I thought the bowl was delicious. It is a pretty large portion but since the ingredients are healthy, I didn't feel as bad inhaling the whole thing. It also came with a pita bread on the side which wasn't as greasy as some other pita breads I've had (a good thing, I suppose). I thought it tasted good dipped in the harissa sauce (it worked better here than in the bowl in my opinion). I would definitely return if I had the chance and switch up my order from last time! read more

mezeh - Mixed bowl - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

The first time we had mezeh was incredible. We were obsessed with the crunchy chickpeas. The past... four times we have gone for pickup, they skipped out on the chickpeas. Bummer but we kept going. This past time, I guess they were completely out of everything we ordered because we basically got a bowl of rice. I think the only thing correct on our order was the chicken. We didn't even get pita with our order :( total bummer. read more

Glad we found this spot while traveling - Easy quick pick up option for great healthy food

This place is one of the best healthy fast-casual places in Cville. It has wayyy more selection than Cava because there are unlimited toppings! I love the variety of veggies I can add to my mediterranean bowl. They have 3 types of hummus - I love the cilantro hummus. There are also a bunch of amazing sauces! They display the veggies they're pickling in the store and the atmosphere is clean, bright, and fun. Beware that the chicken shawarma is super spicy though! read more

mezeh - steak shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

I want to like Mezeh, I really do. If I was rating on food alone it would probably be 4 stars because the food is good for a fast casual restaurant. But the staff...oof. Went in on a Wednesday night to pick up my online order. There were 2 people ahead of me, one was picking up a catering order. There were only 3 employees on the floor. Two were prepping food and one was managing customers. The catering customer asked if she could have bowls (they hadn't included them for some reason??). The employee seemed annoyed by this request. Went to chat with the two other employees for literally several minutes (mind you, us two other customers were still waiting) and finally gave her some bowls while acting completely put out by the request. Meanwhile, we can see the manager in the back not helping and listening to a podcast loudly-like, I could hear it out front. My online order was about 15 minutes later than guaranteed online. Mostly because the employees really didn't want to do their job. I hate to rag on service employees but this was baaaad. read more

As someone who is health conscious, finding Mezeh has been wonderful. Their salads are fresh, flavorful and healthy. I use OrderUp for delivery but when at work I can order online and go and pick it up super fast. I have not eaten in house yet but order their salads regularly. Food is amazing! read more

I love their flatbreads! (except the eggplant but my boyfriend might have just ordered it with odd toppings :D) I want to try the chicken shawarma next time! I like all of the sauces. read more

I can't believe health food can be this good. I was skeptical at first but I could eat this every day and not get bored. Highly recommend

Mezeh offers fresh, convenient, and competitively priced Mediterranean cuisine in the Stonefield shopping center. I'm a fan because the menu allows the individual to build their own dish and each grain, protein, and side choose is bursting with flavor and wonderful spices. I ordered the rice and salad bowl with chicken shawarma and went to town on the sides. I'm pretty sure I selected every side because frankly, I love Mediterranean and if it's all included in the price, you bet I'm going to load up. The chicken was tender, smokey, and complimented the spicy vegetable sides, pickled onions, feta, cucumber/tomato, olives, hummus, and the ever favorite tzatziki sauce. It was in short: delicious. The interior of the restaurant was also really spacious, bright, and did a great job including orange hues and modern elements with exposed lighting and floor to wall wallpaper. It was a mix of lounge and cafe. This would be a great space to meet with friends or to host a large group as there is a lot of seating available. Logistically, a menu board above or to the right of the serving counter would have been useful as the card stock menus to the side of the bar were not easy to quickly reference, especially if there was a line. It would also be extremely helpful to have labels for the sides and sauces along the counter with little notes such as "vegetarian, spicy, etc." would also help with answering a lot of questions from first time diners. Being able to quickly identify each item by name would have made the ordering process a lot more efficient. Besides those details, I'd definitely recommend trying this place! read more

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The low rank is for the SUB acceptable bad attitudes which seem to abound here. Too bad, because the food is really really good. But the line kiddos have bad attitudes. The redeeming person was the sweet young lady at the cash register. The others were clearly not happy to work here. This is not the first time I've been there and was the recipient of the bad attitudes. On this particular visit, the ice maker was not dispensing ice and whoever was in charge did not attempt to find an alternative solution to this problem. He did offer me an alternative to unfortunate fact that they no longer have unsweetened tea option, he offered me the bottled version. read more

I always go to Cava but decided to give this a try for a change. It's in Stonefield with plenty of parking and lots to do. It's the same concept as many fast casual chains - fully customizable assembly line food. Their Mediterranean bend is more "authentic" in my opinion, with more Middle Eastern options like tabouleh, Israeli couscous, babaganoush and caponata. You can get a bowl, flatbread wrap or pita pocket. The portion size was generous with lots of additions and toppings available. Prices were reasonable - $10 per person. Great spot for a quick bite for lunch. read more

Fresh ingredients, large portions, good prices. I've always loved mezeh but this time I went to mezeh a few days after going to cava by barracks and realized the HUGE difference in taste, quality, options and portion size. First, mezehs meat is incredibly well seasoned and tasty. I usually get the chicken kebabs but this time I tried the steak and it was cooked to perfection and incredibly well seasoned. So damn good. Second, the topping options at mezeh are vast, fresh and so much tastier. I typically get the spicy hummus, Turkish salad, tabbouleh (one of the best I've tried), couscous, feta, roasted corn, cabbage slaw, and pita croutons. These are only less than half the topping options you can choose from and that's already double the options you can get at cava. And they're all so tasty and actually Mediterranean. They're harissa sauce hits the spot! Side note: most if not all of their selections are vegan (the falafel is the veg/vegan protein option). Also, the four full grown adults in front of me got the kids meal because that's how much food they give. (Cue side note reference.. Earn in Atlanta shoulda came here!) read more

This place is a near exact copy of Cava Mezza, a chain of fast casual Mediterranean restaurants around DC. That wouldn't be a problem if they had actually done a good job of reproducing it. The hummus was stale to the point of hard pita chips breaking off in it. The chicken shawarma wasn't really shawarma but it did taste good. Three out of the four juice selections were nearly empty when we were there. The worst part though, which sparked me writing a review, were the two women who helped me and my wife. They were rude and unhelpful. Maybe it's not fair to compare them to a place like Cava but as far as service goes, it's like comparing McDonalds to Chickfila. People who like this place, if you're around DC/Tysons Corner area, you need to try Cava. I have never been employed by Cava or worked for them in any capacity but it's a local chain to me in DC and I hate to see them getting ripped off so poorly. read more

mezeh - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Hello Perfection!!! Mezeh is my new go-to quick, fresh, no-fuss takeout option that feels relatively healthy and chocked full of incredible flavor. Full of more options than I can wrap my mind around, I usually get a mixed bowl (half greens/half grain - brown rice) and then pile almost every single thing available on top. My favorite protein option is the spicy lamb, followed in close second by the falafel which is moist and flavorful. The cilantro hummus is fantastic, and the caramelized eggplant is off the charts delicious! Digging through a Mezeh bowl is like an archaeological dig of the most delicious variety. I love excavating little pockets of deliciousness (tabbouleh! couscous! pickled onions!) along the way. The fresh baked pita is incredible, too! I'm always intrigued by the unique refreshing drink options they have (non-alchoholic) but have never tried them...maybe next time! Go here immediately. Get all of the things. If you're not eating at least two meals out of your Mezeh bowl, you're doing it wrong! read more

I've been here 4 times and am never disappointed! Mezeh is like a Mediterranean version of Chipotle, but better. For $8-9/bowl (depending on salad vs rice or type of meat), they serve a big bowl of food - especially if you put tons of toppings (hummus, veggies, tabbouleh). They offer warm fresh pita as a side or you can purchase extra pita chips if you want more. They also have fresh juices that are super refreshing - definitely recommend Mezeh! read more

mezeh - Chicken kebab rice/kale bowl with tabbouleh, veggies, cilantro hummus, and tzaztiki sauce! - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Chipotle-style Greek fast casual restaurant. Great addition to Charlottesville. You can get a huge, filling meal with a lot of fresh ingredients for around $10. I like it better than chipotle, but likely because I prefer Greek to Mexican. The lamb meatballs are good, as are the steak and chicken shawarma. The toppings are delicious - fried eggplant, spicy feta, pickled turnips and beets, cucumber/tomato/onion salad, etc. And with unlimited toppings you can really fill up on these. The meals come with a small pita as well. Pros +lots of variety with toppings +no toppings restrictions Cons -slow service. they need more people on the line and with some sense of urgency. I know that people can get overwhelmed by the toppings and everything but still, the employees could help speed this process up. -out of a lot of sauces when I visited Sign up/pay through the mobile app, you get rewards and an initial sign up bonus read more

I was very pleasantly surprised by the food given that I've heard that it's nowhere near as good as Cava. I would have to say though that it is just as good and even better in some aspects! I got the chicken kebab which was VERY tender and flavorful. There are also many toppings to pick from and I like how you can get sliced almonds, cranberries, walnuts, and pine nuts in addition to the usual Mediterranean toppings. The portions were also huge and they give you a free pita on the side without asking. One small thing was that by the end, all my toppings and dressings made everything a bit soggy but it was still yummy nonetheless. There was nothing else I could really expect if I was going to put all those types of toppings in! The customer service I experienced was pleasant, unlike what other reviewers have said. It's a nice addition to the overall Charlottesville spread in terms of being a different and faster place to eat. Me and both my friends really enjoyed the food. read more

mezeh - Chicken kebab salad & rice mix bowl, $8.65 - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Mezeh is a new addition to Charlottesville that implements the chipotle style of service, but Mezeh does it with Mediterranean spin. Just like Chipotle if you visit during peak hours you will be standing in line for several minutes, at the end of the line you will encounter a bar with dozens of options. The dishes that I tried were all good, I actually preferred them over chipotle, the issue is that having so many options for toppings and sides, making the perfect combination without suggestions is not easy. You can overload your dish and make it less appealing, or you can miss out on the key add ons. Overall, this restaurant offers a lot of food for under 10 dollars, and if you hit the right combination of ingredients, it will be a nice meal. read more

Yes! Every reason to eat here. Fresh, fast, very delicious and affordable. Cucumber mint juice made in house is awesome. I tried three different rice/salad bowls with chicken shawarma, chicken kabob and the beef with all the amazing add on fresh ingredients and the in house baked pita. Halal meat, all of it. I will be here at least once a week with my family. Welcome to Charlottesville Mezeh! read more

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The food is healthy and good portions. The bowls comes with 1/2 pita bread warmed. They have a big seating space and a small patio seating.

Pretty predictable Mediterranean food ....can't go wrong and their harissa is the spiciest

Affordable. Delicious. Filling. I cannot stop singing the praises of this establishment. As a college student who values bang for buck, I would rank Mezeh as the #1 Best Value eatery in Charlottesville. The interior is spacious, clean, and well-maintained. For $10, Mezeh offers substantial portions and a huge variety of offerings. The restaurant has the assembly line fast-casual model. You pick a base, protein, unlimited vegetable toppings, and a dressing. Base options include rice, couscous and salad. Protein options include lamb, chicken, beef, and falafel. Veggie options include tabouleh, turkish salad, pickled onions, cucumbers, and three or four types of hummus. I've tried several combinations and its all delicious! My personal recommendation: Base: Grain Protein: Falafel and Chicken Kebab Veggies: Pickled Onions, Tabouleh, Cous Cous, Turkish Salad Sauce: Harissa Sauce, Cilantro Hummus Dessert: Try the $2 Baklava! You can't go wrong here. 5/5 stars for Mezeh. read more

Great selection of fresh meats and vegetables. You have three choices when you arrive, rice or greens bowl or a wrap. I typically get the bowls because I typically get most of the items. Anyways, if you want something quick and fresh, give them a try read more

mezeh - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

I really love Mezeh and their food - I think the options are always fresh and super tasty, but I've heard some people complain about strange business practices but never thought much of it. It's not a huge deal, but today a cashier gave me incorrect change seemingly on purpose, grabbing just two coins without looking at the correct amount. When I pointed it out, he shrugged and said, "did I do something wrong?" so I repeated myself and he said, "well, ****", and I paused and he shrugged again. In the end it wasn't much change so I walked away but the whole exchange seemed a little odd. I like Mezeh food a lot but from this I'd recommend checking your receipts and change thoroughly when you come here! read more

Love Mediterranean food and this is a great fast option. You can be as healthy (or unhealthy) and as adventurous (or not) as you want to be. I almost always get the brown rice and kale bowl with their shredded lamb and a variety of as many toppings as I can get, and I've yet to be disappointed! The flatbread on the side is a yummy way to get tzatziki sauce off the lid of the bowl. I also like their fresh juice/tea options. read more

Mezeh is a Mediterranean version of Chipotle. There are plenty of options (some might say too many!) for you to choose from to get the flavors that you want. They also give you a decent size portion for what you pay. The batch of vegetables that I had didn't seem to have the quality freshness that everyone has raved about in other reviews and conversations that I've had with other friends. It was still good, but maybe it didn't live up to the hype or maybe I just came on a bad day. I also couldn't really understand what the initial employee was asking me when I was ready to order. I thought it might have been me, but the people behind me had a hard time understanding the guy too. I would definitely come back to Mezeh, hopefully having a better experience the next time around. read more

Food is not bad. CAVA is better, but this is a good alternative. The service at this restaurant, though, is awful. I watched the manager yell at an employee in front of a line of customers. When I didn't tip him for my take out, he rolled his eyes and then refused to speak to me anymore. I went back to ask for a water cup, and he scowled, rolled his eyes, and skidded the cup across the counter without saying a word. I would normally just laugh it off, but it really upset me to see how he treated everyone, employees and customers. Someone like that shouldn't be in a manager's position. read more

I have been here 5 times in two weeks and I don't even live that close. I am a vegetarian, and I prefer to eat real fresh food as often as I can. This place blew me away. For the price it's unreal. Even if it was much more expensive it would be great. For less than the price of a Chipotle burrito you can get falafel in a fresh baked pita and a ton of fresh *actually flavorful* ingredients. I feel like a nerd leaving a review of a place but I'm so glad I have finally found a place I can go and get real food really really fast. I mix up the toppings every time but I most highly recommend the caramelized eggplant and the shoug sauce. Also the fresh fruit and herb drinks are worth trying. This weird little mall has it going on. Midici is the pizza place next door and it's also lit. read more

Food was amazing. Staff was horrible. They all acted like they couldn't understand me, and I'm still unsure if they didn't speak English or were just being rude. read more

I came here when I was visiting my sister at UVA. It's the Mediterranean version of Chipotle. You pick your proteins, grains, veggies and sauce. The people preparing the food are insanely sweet and if you don't know something, they'll explain it for you. Big plus for having labels on what all is out there. There are so many options and it's great! The food is delicious and I love how many options there are to put in your bowl. If you're in the area, go check it out! read more

Mezeh is definitely my favorite place to eat in Stonefield shopping center! I had the rice and salad bowl with a ton of the sides! I chose the falafel balls as my protein this trip ( I had the chicken with peppers last time because it's not spicy, it was very delicious!) Falafel balls are delicious as long as you get them fresh, and these were just made! I liked the hummus, tabouli, baba ghanouj, bulgur, and my absolute favorite was the caramelized eggplant! For the dressing I had them put half thahini dressing and the other half the tzatziki (i'm sure I have butchered the spelling!) I have not mentioned a ton of other toppings I had! Believe me there are a ton to choose from! Considering I can NOT eat cilantro they do have a lot of choices that don't have cilantro Thank goodness! All in all Mezeh is really good and you get a ton of food for nine dollars! read more

Great service, lots of options. Always gives a generous amount of food. One of my favorite restaurants in Charlottesville read more

mezeh - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

For people who eat paleo, primal, ketogenic and Whole 30, rejoice! Did I say you also don't need a bank loan to eat here? The servings are generous, you could split your meal with someone. This is my kitchen away from my kitchen. This is where I order out if I'm pressed for time and I want to make sure I don't deviate from my diet. Unique selection of brewed tea. Fast service. So many great things about this place! read more

I love that there is a place with a-la-cart style healthy options like this one in Stonefield. I frequent this plaza for grocery shopping at Trader Joe's, so it is helpful to have a fantastic lunch option nearby. I've had Mezeh three times now, and I've loved it every time. With each bowl, I've tried a different combination, and so far I've loved the greens and grains bowl with kabob style chicken and all of the delicious toppings- like caramelized eggplant, cilantro hummus, and the delicious sauces. This is only a sampling of what I get piled on my bowl, but I think any topping here is absolutely fresh and delicious! Don't miss out on ordering a drink, too. Mezeh has unique options- not your typical fountain drinks. They have fresh soda made from a company that I cannot remember, and then they have fresh juices made in house. I love these juices, and they are a huge reason I keep coming back (though the food of course helps). There are a lot of seating options available here, with a small amount of outside seating and a ton of seating inside. Definitely try Mezeh for great Mediterranean food that is fresh and healthy! read more

Came for a quick meal after hiking. The food is awsome and healthy. Glad that trying this place out!! read more

mezeh - Came here for a quick meal. - Mediterranean Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

This place is great. The quality, affordability and quantity of the food is unbeatable. You can add as many ingredients you want to your bowl and can easily make 2-3 meals out of it. I have been going to this place somewhat regularly since it opened and have perfected a combo by trial and error. Brown rice bowl with dried cranberries (secret ingredient), walnuts, sunflower seeds and chickpeas. Spicy Chicken shawarma or shredded lamb Spicy hummus and cilantro hummus Extra Israeli couscous (really good) Extra caramelized eggplants (really really good) cack dip, cucumbers, corn Shug, Tzakziki and Harissa sauces (I like it on the spicier side) Finally some croutons on top for that extra crunch. Enjoy! read more

This place is a definite repeat. I was a bit confused in the beginning and didn't get much help from all but one of the employees making it a bit of a wing it experience. Hence 4 stars. Loved the selection and flavors. Brought back travel memories. I got a grains and green bowl. You start with your green, arugula for me, and added some dried cranberries, walnuts, chickpea salad and sunflower seeds. Choice overload...next I picked the lamb, tabbouleh. Finished off with more choices and tzatziki sauce. Loved the caramelized eggplant. Really like the cane sugar drinks, less sweet more like what you get in Europe. I was upset I didn't listen to another review about taking small amounts to try all the drinks. Really, take small amounts and try them! Flavors were wonderful. A party in your mouth! Price wasn't bad since I took home half of mine. Really was a full bowl of food. Can't wait to try this place again. read more

What a fantastic place. Fresh ingredients and reasonable prices. I had a rice bowl with the kebab chicken and carmelized eggplant. The eggplant was a real highlight and I'm not usually crazy about eggplant. Wish there was a location in Connecticut!! Delicious!! read more