I've lived in squirrel hill for two years and yet didn't know about this place until recently. if you go, its in one of the stores between coffee tree roasters and the PNC bank, but the restaurant itself is in the basement so all you see in a small sign. i had the gyro platter, which to be honest wasn't great. the three other people with me really liked their dishes though, so maybe I just picked a bad menu choice. The hummus was fine as an appetizer, but nothing great. I would probably rank this below aladdin's, which is just down the street closer to shady. BYOB, corking fee is $2 (i think) read more

When I think about the Mediterranean Grill the first thing that comes to mind is the amaze-balls dressing. It is probably my favorite of all time, and that's coming from a Pittsburgh Ranch girl. I swear the first time I had it, it was MIND BLOWN. And the second thing that comes to mind in the MEAT! The chicken, the fillet mignon, even the gyro is delicious. My favorite meal to get is the salad with chicken or gyro. It has that fresh, lemony, minty dressing and the feta they put on it is like none I've ever had. I HATE feta, but I love their feta. It's nothing like what comes on your pizza from the local pizza place. This is kinda grated and so, so creamy. It really is unlike anything I've ever had. Usually the BF orders one of the entrees and I steal some of his rice pilaf and add that to my salad. It's like the Mediterranean version of a Chipotle bowl. I'm not generally a huge fan of their specialties like the kibee or malfoof or grape leaves, but that's no reflection on them, just my child's palate. Because everything is always so fresh an delicious I make myself try everything offered to me (still kinda thankful no one has ordered the kibbe yet). I have tried the grape leaves and they are actually pretty good It seems to be a family owned place and the place has pictures of the mom and the daughters all over which I find charming. The first time we went I noticed the waitress looked like one of the girls in the photos. The BF and I were whispering back and forth, when she picked up on it and explained it was her and her sisters. Family or not, the staff have always been great and we have a great time there. They do close earlier than most restaurants, I think around 9 on Saturdays, so keep that in mind. But, one of things I like most, the place is quaint and quiet and great for date night! read more

Always a great place for take out on a weekday! Love their loubie, it's a hidden gem on the menu of green beans in tomato sauce.

Total hole in the wall- ok, it's a space in the basement of an office space, which is totally bizarre- but it's a regular spot for us. Love: the hummus, falafel, feta cheese, and the amazing lemon-garlic salad dressing! Don't love: the baba ganouj- it's just got a weird flavor- I prefer Aladdin's baba. read more

Really amazing food! I have been looking for a great Mediterranean place, and really stumbled upon this place by chance! Super super delicious! Also, family run by the nicest people! read more

Amazing Lebanese food in Pittsburgh. I absolutely loved this place. The food was spectacular and have tons of vegetarian options and meat options. I highly recommend this restaurant to any one of all ages. They are family owned and surprisingly knew my grandfather who used to go in all the time. The staff was very nice and the restaurant was really clean. I absolutely loved it. read more

This place is consistently delicious. We have such a hard time choosing dishes because we know all of them are always so great. Definitely try many apps (Tabbouleh, loubie, house salad). Don't forget to order a bottle of their house dressing to take home. It lasted about 3 days in our house. Andddd...that lentil lemon soup! Basically, anything that you order is special and we'll seasoned. They take such care with each dish, you can't go wrong. read more

Just about the worst food I've had recently. It is really overpriced and the food was very quite awful. The pita bread tasted like it came out of a microwave. The shawarma was filled with lettuce and bland chicken seasoned mostly by sour cream. The spinach pie was greasy and the olives in the Mezza seemed to come from a can. The waitress seemed flustered with the three tables she was serving. Seemed like she was the only one serving. Only one highlight -- the baba ganous was quite good. Unless the cook was on holiday, this place is completely avoidable. Go to Aladdin's across the street. read more

Love the Mediterranean Grill!! I had the Moussaka and it was fabulous! The staff is super friendly and welcoming. Our server Jessica was very helpful making our choices on the menu. She's super sweet and would recommend this place to anyone! read more

I've been going to this restaurant for years. The BEST!!! Absolutely delicious homemade Lebanese food. Beautiful new location, beyond amazing staff and always excellent service. Everything on the menu is amazing. read more

Came here for dinner with my girlfriend last night, and, well, there's something not right with this place. We both enjoyed our food. We got the Baba Ghannouj to share and liked it. An unexpected smoky taste, almost like barbecue sauce, but enjoyable nonetheless. My girlfriend got a falafel wrap, pretty average. I got some meat items off the A la carte menu, and they were really good, cooked to medium just as requested. I also got a glass of the mint iced tea and quite liked it. However, the service we received was abysmal. Normally, that wouldn't really bother me - sometimes you go to a restaurant and you get bad service. Besides, the quality of the food is really what I'm concerned with when going out to eat. But the reason I bring this up and the reason the terrible service angered me, is that over the course of our meal, it became clear that my girlfriend and I were receiving substantially different service than the other customers in the restaurant. Everyone else seemed to be getting the standard gracious and considerate treatment of a professional waitstaff. We felt as if, in the eyes of the staff, we were barely there. First, we were seated without menus or the complementary bread. When both arrived a few minutes later upon request, we then had to wait another 10 or 15 minutes before a waitress came over to take our order. We noticed that other tables seated after us were able to place their orders first. When the Baba Ghannouj came out as our appetizer, it came without additional bread (never had this happen in a Mid Eastern place, and we saw that other customers were not treated as such). After we finished the complementary bread, not once did anyone offer, or simply take the initiative, to bring out some more. Again, never seen this happen in any restaurant that provides complementary bread - though we saw other customers receive a second heaping of bread, no questions asked. Our main course finally arrived. Or rather, mine arrived, and my girlfriend had to wait several more minutes for hers. Basic restaurant etiquette would say that you aim to serve a couple at the same time. Don't want to put one person in the uncomfortable, potentially rude position of eating while the other stares, right? When hers came out, we both dug into the food, and like I said above, enjoyed it. But as more time elapsed, I started to notice other little things in terms of the service. We spent about an hour at our table last night. Not once during the hour did anyone offer or act to refill our waters. Not once were we asked "Hey, how's everything? How's the food?". Not once did the waitstaff suggest we purchase more food. Hell, when we were served, the waitress barely made eye contact with either of us. It felt as if she wanted to minimize her interactions with us as much as possible. Again, the staff seemed amiable and affable with all others in the restaurant. For some reason, my girlfriend and I were pariahs. Once it was clear we were done with our meal, that's when the service went into turbo drive. Our waitress came over, asked if we were done and if we needed a take-home box. She immediately said she'd get the check, not probing us to see if we would be up for coffee or dessert. Back and forth she went, grabbing bags, boxes, and the bill, with a speed that was wholly absent for the past hour. Finally, before paying the bill, I asked to speak with the manager. One of the waitresses came over (she's part of the family who owns the place) to hear our grievances. We talked with her a bit, though she eventually got agitated as we pointed out how we received sub-standard service. Another waitress then came over (note: neither were our primary waitress, but we noticed that since the place was fairly small and fairly crowded, the three of them were pitching in wherever they could. Except with us.) to continue the conversation. She heard us out more than the other. As I detailed the examples of poor service throughout the evening, she had a convenient answer for everything. We were out of menus when you were seated. It's busy, so we lost track of you for a bit. Other people ordered pre-made items, that's why their food came out so fast. In her view, it was a string of coincidences that led to the misperception that we were treated any differently. But as we pressed her further and insisted that we received substantially different service, she changed her tune. When my girlfriend brought up that no one even made eye contact with her during the night, we were told it was because we had been rude and had given off a rude vibe early in the meal. I was blown away. They came over so little, that we didn't even have the opportunity to be rude. I acted no differently than I have at any restaurant I've been my entire life. This was all new to me. That's when it hit me. My girlfriend is Chinese. Everyone else at the restaurant was white. read more

It smells lime heaven inside and the family operated business is all about good food and warmth.

Food was good. Atmosphere and service? Not at all. Service was terrible. There was only one other family when we were there. We were waiting quite a long time for our food to come out. Not a single time anybody came to give us refills for water, or asked about pita bread for our appetizer. They brought our bill while we were still eating. We never return. There is Turkish Kabob house and Aladdin's close by with great food and SERVICE to get our Middle Eastern cravings fixed. read more

This is, by far, my favorite restaurant. I don't even live in Pittsburgh anymore. When I come to town or friends come from there to visit, I must get food from The Med. The staff is super nice and understands my food allergies. I used to come here at least weekly for fresh, healthy food. read more

I have been to this place a couple of times and I have had take away too. The food is ok - nothing more, nothing less. It has a fairly small selection compared to other Mediterranean places in the city and it is overpriced for not any particular reason. I will certainly not be going there again unless if someone else wants to (i.e., I won't object to it but I won't go with my initiative). read more

I came here yesterday after a long drive that had my appetite built up. I ordered baked kibbee with cucumber yogurt and also rice pilaf. Overall I thought the food was really tasty and worthy of a 4-star rating. I particularly liked the kibbee as it is certainly exotic and not something you can just find anywhere even among other middle eastern venues. The service was good too as my server was friendly and outgoing. The only minor issue is the location, which is below street level within a residence like hallway. The price seemed a little high but not to the point of being ridiculous. The important elements however, such as the food and service were very good and thus earns an overall 4-star rating. read more

Mmm what can I say, the red lentel soup is my favorite, along with the meat grape leaves, I was never a fan of hummus till I tried it here, the owner makes it fresh, amazing !!!!! The baklava even better :) love this place. Jesse is always a great waitress, we eat here often. read more

Food was just ok. Atmosphere not what I would consider very clean. Service was terrible. Only one other family in there. No refills, asked for pita bread for our appetizer of humus 3 separate times. Brought our bill before we received the pita. Then never came back to collect payment. Just left money on the table and plan on never returning. read more

By far the best & most authentic Mediterranean food in Pittsburgh! Family owned & run! The new location is amazing, great ambiance & the food has stayed the same! Best restaurant in Pittsburgh!! read more

I love this restaurant, but even more because it is family owned and prided. I find that refreshing and the love definitely comes out in the fabulous food! This is a great and popular place for anyone who loves mediterranean food that is AUTHENTIC! I also know the family that owns this establishment is equally as FABULOUS! read more

If you're looking for good Middle Eastern food, head down the stairs at this address, deal with the sub-par ambiance, and eat here! The worst thing about this establishment is the space. It's in a basement of what is basically an office building -- and it looks like an emptied out office with tables and chairs and dim lighting. The acoustics, as a result, are also bad. But getting beyond that, the food is great. I love their chicken salad for lunch (the dressing rocks!). Their veggie grape leaves are also outstanding. My mother loves the fattoush salad. The waiters have always been friendly and accommodating. I think the debate about this restaurant vs. Aladdin's up the street is a moot point. Although the food genre is the same, the two establishments have very different feels, as well as different menus, and I think it's nice to have variety within the same ethnic food option. One other qualm I have about this place is the pita. It is flat and dry and tasteless. Having lived in the Middle East, I know what good pita tastes like, and this doesn't come close. However this is not dueto the cooks in the kitchen at Mediterranean Grill. This restaurant -- along with every other Middle Eastern place I've tried in this city, including Aladdin's -- gets its pita from the same distributor. I think they should demand better or make their own. When I go, I generally don't eat the pita and stick to the stuff that makes me leave wanting more! read more

This is my favorite restaurant in Squirrel Hill, maybe the city. Its hidden down some stairs on Forbes, you have to look for the little neon sign in the window - but its definitely worth the trip. The restaurant has excellent, but pricey ($15-20) full dinners of skewers of chicken, beef, etc. that come with rice and a salad with delicious dressing, and it also has a ton of cheaper options for lunch or dinner. There are pita sandwiches and you can get things a la carte. I love to mix and match different a la cartes every time I go. I personally love the spinach lentil and red lentil soups, the vegetarian grape leaves (you get like 8 or so, its a good amount), and the hummus. The large salad with grilled chicken is also another well-priced and delicious meal. Portions are generous. Also, the place is family-owned and the service is very friendly. read more

Hands down this foodies favorite place to eat. I travel often for work and for as many of times I make attempts to try other Mediterranean restaurants I am always disappointed and return back to Pittsburgh and crave the flavors from here. It's always a treat and love being able to support locally owned small businesses. My favs are Mousaka (with ground meat, potatoes, onions, and zucchini) , Schwarma (shredded lamb, wrapped in Pita with tahini), grilled chicken, rice, green beans with tomato sauce ...those are just to name a few. .. The rice pudding and baklava to wrap things up. If your ever in the Shadyside area or are able to make the trip a definite must!!! I travel 30-40 minutes at least once every couple weeks to get my fix! read more

This may have been a good place at one time before they moved from a basement location to a street level location. The quality and quantity of food has gone way downhill, while the prices have remained or been increased. Alibaba or another choice i would recommend! read more

Absolute gem of a restaurant for decades. Might be my #1 in pittsburgh. Get the mezza platter.

The Mediterranean Grill has by far the best Mediterranean/Lebanese food in all of the city of Pittsburgh! I love this restaurant so much!!! My family and I have been coming to the Mediterranean Grill for over 15 years. Everything on their menu is beyond spectacular, but my favorite dish is their house salad with chicken! Their salad dressing is unlike anywhere else I have ever been! I love it so much, I even buy it by the container to use at home. You also cannot forget about the out of this world french fries! No matter how stuffed I am from my dinner, I can always find room to finish off their delicious french fries! I am not kidding my family and I eat more "homemade" meals at the Med Grill than at my own house! Other dishes my family really enjoys is their homemade hummus, raw kibbe, lamb dinner, and fattoush salad. Not only is all of the food beyond tasty, they also have a very pretty inside decor! Their new restaurant is clean, classy, and elegant! It is also a great location to host a party. My mom threw my twin sister and I a surprise 18th birthday party at the Med Grill! They made it so nice for my sister and me by decorating the table with confetti and let us bring in our favorite cake and ice cream! Since it is a family-owned restaurant all the waitresses are super friendly and beyond attentive! Overall, you cannot go wrong with stopping in the Med Grill to grab a bit to eat! You will not be disappointed and will have an excellent experience! read more

This is by far the best Lebanese restaurant in Pittsburgh! If your looking for authentic Lebanese/ Mediterranean food in Pittsburgh this is the spot. I am Lebanese, and have grown up with authentic Lebanese cuisine and this is the most authentic as you can get. Furthermore, the service is awesome. The waitresses are always attentive to your every need. It's always a joy seeing family in this comfortable, ethnic family- owned restaurant, you really get a home feel, & being fed a home-cooked meal right out of Lebanon with Arabic music playing in the background. Also, the kibbeh Nayee is the best I have tasted in the city. read more

Really disappointed in mediocre food. Falafel was dry and salty, salad was pretty much iceberg, soup kind of slimy without much taste, hummus bland, pita had stiff parts as if overheated in a microwave and check was wrong. Will not return. read more

This place was pretty good. I dont really know why anyone would be upset by this place. it isnt perfect but for the price I got exactly what i wanted. I would really love to come back here more often. I would enjoy getting all sorts of food from this place. read more

Not bad... The falafel is definitely a highlight -- much better and fresher than that of Aladdin's, but the atmosphere is terrible. Too many mirrors, and the building it's in feels like a dentist's office. Some of the waitresses are also terrible and SLOW. And the bev selection bites. No mint tea. Meh. read more

Mediterranean Grill has good food. I like the sleek, falllafel, and fatoush, they have good cheap sandwiches too. The lamb plate is a little pricey. This place is BYOB - can have spotty service and the decor is 10 years past a remodel. Be aware this place should be called Subterranean- Mediaterranen because it has no windows. read more

The place was OK but the hospitality and food were good. I ordered falafel and full justice was done to it by the chef. I would like to revisit again but may be for a pickup this time. read more

Food is out of this world and Authentic. The staff is always on point and super friendly. I would recommend to any and all in my opinion it's the best around read more

I can't say enough about this place, but I'm gonna. My family and I have been going to this place for 15 years or so. It is the BEST MIDDLE EASTERN food in the BURGH! I have a bunch of favorites. The Mixed Grill is to die for, along with the Grape Leaves. The Hummus and Baba is off the charts as well. If you are a fry lover, this is the place to go. The fry's come out golden brown and piping hot, it's almost like being at the Potato Patch in Kennywood. The service is outstanding, they are sweet and kind and quick to get your food out. I'm looking forward to the new location! read more

Best Middle Eastern food I have had anywhere in the US. The sleek is heavenly goodness. Do they put crack in their salad dressing? It is addictive. Baba is deliciously smokey. Though I haven't had their mousakka, my family raves about it. Cozy hole in the wall. Cannot say enough good things about this place. read more

At Med Grill you can BYO (save big $$ - couldn't say if there is a corking fee but if so it's like a buck or two). The Lamb shank is really good at Med Grill and I like the Kibe (baked and raw - did I spell "kibe" correctly?). If you don't know what it is you should go and ask about it. Go raw for an adventure. When you go to Med Grill you descend stairs what appears to be like an underground office space (kind of weird) and surprise there is the Med Grill. No windows eww...but great service ...but the decor is just ok... but I am giving it 4 stars mainly for the BYO and good food. read more

Really nice food and a cozy atmosphere that is lively but quiet enough for you to enjoy a conversation. Friendly staff and fast service.

Love this place! Fresh homemade food, always tasty and delicious. One rare healthy find in Pittsburgh! Plus, not to mention that the family that owns this place is so kind! read more

We have been going to the Mediterranean Grill for years - from before we were married to now with kids. We love the family atmosphere and the great food. Highly recommend all the food (from sleek to falafel to moussaka). read more

One of my favorite places to eat when I'm in town! The new location is amazing and the decor is so pretty, walls are my favorite:) I'll be back soon for the best tiramisu around! :) read more