Food was delicious and the service was even better. I would definitely come back. Thank you!

This was our second visit to Tio's and we decided to explore the menu a bit more. Our first visit was excellent, we shared the veggie sampler and the chicken shawarma wrap. Highly recommended both. This visit we tried the mansaf and tepsi with salmon. My fiance is Palestinian and was excited to see if the mansaf tasted like his mom's. He ate the dish with great appreciation as it indeed did remind him of the dish he ate back home. I really enjoyed the vibrancy and flavor of the tepsi. I'm an eggplant and tomato fan so it really hit the spot. My fiance also loved the falafel and said it tasted like his mom's as well! The highlight of our meal was the knafeh!! we have searched for a good version all over the bay. This one is the very best!! The service at Tio's is beyond. From the first visit we were welcomed and felt like we came home for a meal with family. Juan has an amazing story we really enjoyed learning about him and his restaurant. He sent us off with the most delicious homemade baklava to go with our leftovers. We both agreed this was the best baklava in the Bay as well! We are so thankful to the team at Tio's for making delicious food and all being super attentive during our stay. We have found a new favorite place to come and have many mint teas and comfort! read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - tepsi with salmon and mansaf with lamb - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

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I've been there twice and the food and service are consistently good. At dinner service there is on average during the weekend about a 20-30 min wait. During the week for lunch service I was able to walk in and be seated. We had the Tepsi Kufta, Falafel, and a Kofta kebab wrap. The falafel are a must. They were do fresh, piping hot, a soft in the middle. The Tepsi dishes come with a lot of eggplant sauce that is so tasty and filling, a mound of rice in the middle and 3 pieces of Kofta meat. The presentation is on point, the food is fresh and made to order (not microwaved) and the flavor mix harmoniously. My bf tried the wrap and thought it was excellent. The fries are well seasoned and crispy. Can't wait to go back!! read more

Very good Eastern Mediterranean/Middle East eats. Serious care and effort happens here, not just workers whipping out afterthought products just to get through a day. To that I simply have to give my respects and give them a shout out. Very calm and relaxing space. Many regulars walking in picking up take-out food. There's a very kind and soft paced table service here that just reminds me of cute and quaint bistros/cafes from the days gone by. Actual dialogue between servers and patrons, questions answered, smiles passed along. A huge gap from QR code ordering and avoidance of interaction that is trying to be normalized from here on out. We ordered a couple of bottled beers, nothing craft brewed-like, just ordinary Euro/Mexican selections. I'm not as rigid as I once was, so just a good clean lager with a meal and some water is very welcoming to me. They brought nice beer glassware and asked if we wanted it poured into a glass. Sure ain't gonna turn that down, especially since it was already there. It did fit with the nice silverware, cloth napkin and candlelit table. Yet nothing was stuffy and formal, just casual locals out for a good time. Kofta Wrap ($19/4*) This wasn't mine but I did taste a piece of the kofta kebab. Theirs is a beef/lamb mix and is well mixed, almost like a firm meatloaf texture, versus a grilled burger texture. It was a good basic kofta, spiced moderately so not strong but also not bland. The inside also has a lot of lettuce, onions and cucs with a tangy yogurt sauce. I did taste a big hint of mint in my bite which I'm assuming are big hits of herbs with the salad and not the kofta itself. And it was wrapped nice and tight with even distribution so every bite got every element. I look for that in every wrap whether a burrito, med wrap and even stuffed pitas. Beef Shawarma Plate ($20/4.5*) Pretty heavily spiced, where you can feel the texture of the warming spice paste in each bite. A little strong but at least it gave you ride to another culture. Properly shaved pieces where the meat texture was still there and nothing like processed gyro meat. Served with yellow rice and an awesome salad with a tangy dressing. I especially loved the tangy green chutney that was so vibrantly herbaceous, a mint and cilantro punch that brightened the spice ladened shawarma. And I also loved the grilled tomatoes and onion garnish on top of the shawarma, just gave it a nice chef's touch. Mansaf ($25/5*) I have never tried this but as soon as I saw it, I had to try it. I was told it was probably Jordan's most famous dish. Super tender cubes of lamb, with a touch of fat on some pieces which I love. Totally swimming in this glorious creamy sauce made of dried yogurt and tumeric. The sauce was mild (spice wise), quite tangy with a noticeable milky flavor. Served again with rice but this time topped with toasted almond slivers, which added a nice texural contrast. I was also told that this was usually made with bone-in lamb, but think they did it this way to make it more restaurant friendly, maybe even American friendly. But I was just imagining if this would have been a bone-in lamb shank, I would have loved it even more. Great dish! Still have to try their extensive kabob offerings and an assortment of their mezzes whether falafels, hummus and other dips. Lots of work yet still ahead of me, but I just know that this is gonna be a smooth and fun ride. Bet. read more

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We've been at Tio's numerous times in the past year, and one of the things to be said is that the food is consistently great. My favorite is the seafood kebab, and my husband's is the lamb kebab. Also, no one makes better falafel than Tio's! The surprise today, is that they introduced one of my top deserts: kunefe (many ways to spell it). It is crispy on the outside, buttery, salty and gooey on the inside. And the best part? The hot syrup is served on the side, so I can control thw amount i pour on it. The service is top notch, attentive without being overwhelming. There was no music playing today, so no need to talk loud, which made for a very pleasant early dinner. read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - Kunefe - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

Another successful meal, this time with Helen. It appears that Jonathan is no longer at Tio's, but the menu and flavors remain the same, absolutely delicious! We ordered the Veggie Sampler as a table appetizer. For dinner, I got the Grilled Seafood Combo with Salad and Yellow Rice. She got the Fatoush Salad with Grilled Salmon. Helen ordered Kofta Kebab with Yellow Rice and Salad. As usual, we ended up with some leftovers for a second meal. read more

The food is great (both in house and to go) and the service was wonderful. Everyting we've tried was fresh, flavorful and generous portions. We'll definitely keep coming and have recommended Tito's to friends and family. read more

I've been to Tio's countless times! Also introduced a number of friends to this place. ALWAYS consistently delicious food, wait staff are top notch. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable. read more

Spot is a small hole in the wall and when I say small there aren't many tables so not great for huge parties. There wasn't really room for a stroller either but parking isn't the best on a busy night so we had to stroller my sleeping son in. But since there was no parking we had to wake him up and take him out. The workers were nice though. Our waitress brought a plate of hummus to my son. I can see why this place is highly rated our food was soo good. My brother in law and my husband debated ordering another dish to take home for later. The mansaf was sooo tender and not gamey at all. We also got the beeg and chicken kebaby plate with rice. The chicken was so so and a bit dry but the beef was tender and the sauce amped it up even more. Pricing was very reasonable for the portion sizes. read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - Started eating before we remembered to take a picture. Beef and chicken kebabs - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Been at Kaiser for two days so eating something from outside of the hospital was nice. Food is good. Had the chicken kebab and also the chicken shawarma. Thought the shawarma was better. It was quick pick up and people were nice. The place is a little small. read more

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*** Review for Takeout - solid 3.5 stars *** Tio's Meditteranean was my sister's choice for takeout. Kebabs and wraps were fine and comparable to other spots with grilled meats. Their babaghanouge of smoked eggplant, tahini, garlic, oil was my favorite with a nice balance of flavors and texture. Next time I'll try their sauteed items and/or dine in to truly enjoy what others are raving about. The Mansaf (National dish of Jordan) with basmati rice, almonds and lamb cooked in a creamy yogurt sauce will be my next choice and of course repeat the delicious babaghanouge! Generous portions and pricing reasonable Average pricing: wraps $16/grilled items $21. Located on E14th (near San Leandro Police Dept) with street parking only read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - Kebabs, falafel and babaganoush - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

Nice juicy falafel wrap and the falafel rice combo specially in their veg tepsi curry/sauce was delicious. Good service and staff. Nice location. read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - Mohallabiah - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

What a great lil gem in SL. Delicious Mediterranean food and prices are not bad. We got the lentil soup to start and it's a hearty bowl of soup. Tbh I should have shared with my bf cuz I was definitely starting to get full after the soup My bf got the beef shawarma wrap - I thought this was just okay. The beef kinda reminded me of a broken down burger patty. It wasn't bad but not my fav I got the lamb and beef shawarma wrap and both me and my bf agreed this was the better wrap. My bf is not usually a fan of lamb bc of the gaminess but he still preferred this one over the beef one. We asked for the fries to come out extra crispy and wowwww were they crispy. So good. I ate all my fries lol. Will definitely be returning here soon! read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - Lentil Soup - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Tio's Mediterranean Grill hands down, is a San Leandro staple! Located on busy E 14th St, but never had trouble finding street parking. The service is efficient and fairly quick. The restaurant itself isn't too large, but feels very homey. I got the house salad, minus the cheese, added beef kebab and it was so fire!! The mint on top was the addition I never knew I needed to a salad. The olives, red onions, thick cucumber slices, tomatoes, and roasted veggies that came along with the kebab was just perfection. I loved that the server asked if requesting to minus the cheese was due to preference or dairy restrictions-- just in case, because some meats are seasoned with yoghurt. That's a very important thing to point out just in case one was. So thank you!! read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - House Salad w/ Beef Kebab - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

Just had an amazing meal of Fatoosh Salad with lamb kabob met. Friendly service. Will definitely return.

This is definitely one of my top three favorite restaurants in San Leandro. Everything we have tried here has been really good. On this visit we started with the falafel as an appetizer, and they were excellent. They came out piping hot, soft in the middle, and perfectly crumbly on the outside. For my main dish, I ordered the lamb and beef combo. The salad on the side was light and refreshing, and the meats were tender and cooked exactly the way I requested. I like that they actually ask how you want your meats cooked. One of the things I appreciate most about this restaurant is that they serve Mansaf. I have tried this dish at Dish Dash in Sunnyvale and Mazra in San Bruno, but this place makes it the best. You also get the most meat for your money here. The service is always outstanding. The staff check in on you often, and I really like that. Plus, it is only a few minutes from my house which makes it an easy favorite. read more

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Tio's truly a hidden gem in San Leandro, a best kept secret only locals know about. The high Yelp rating and number of reviews made us curious. We drove by twice to check it out but only to drive away. The store front is dark and curtains drawn so it was not inviting. Third time's a charm and we were determined to make it inside. We walked in and *SURPRISE* it was hoppin on a Friday night. It felt homey and comfortable where everyone knows each other. The staff were welcoming and efficient. Within minutes of getting a table, the place was full. Service was attentive and warm. We had the best server ever (self proclaimed) We ordered beef & lamb combo, Tepsi with Kofta, beef shawarma. Oh my! The meat was tender & juicy. The Tepsi was so delicious and flavorful (with a slight kick). The beef shawarma was just perfect. Everything was so good and plentiful that we left happy and satisfied read more

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My colleague and I were so pleased to enjoy a second visit to Tio's Mediterranean Grill. It had been far too long since our first dining experience here and we were so excited to be seated and served so quickly and attentively. The Tio's crew exceeded all of our expectations. From the world renowned hummus to the calming atmosphere and top-notch service, this was an afternoon that will be thinking of fondly until our next return to the premier destination within San Leandro, California. Thank you, Juan and the rest of the team for taking such great care of us and brightening our day yet again. This is a must try if you are ever in the Bay Area, absolutely excellent. read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - Hummus - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

5 stars. Fully deserved. Ordered via doordash for pickup. Food was ready per estimated time. Ordered the lamb kebab $24 and veggie sampler $16. Price are the same in store vs doordash. They accommodated every special instruction/request I wrote. Kudos for that. Veggie sampler was delicious and came with pita bread. Hummus, babaganoush, falafels, salad were all excellent. I substituted the tabouli. I generally don't care for falafels but these were really good. Lamb kebab pieces were perfectly cooked, generous portion, high quality, no chewy inedible pieces at all. Yellow rice was fluffy. Salad was fresh. Small/medium sized restaurant. Indoor seating only Overall, very good food, reasonably priced, generous portions, good service. You would never expect it due to the location, but one of the best in the bay read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - Veggie sampler - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Overview: Great Mediterranean food, nice service, no complaints at all ---- Lamb Kebab ($22): - choice of white or yellow saffron rice - choice of salad or fries - filling portion - lamb has great flavor and juicy - they ask you how well done you want the meat cooked Baklava ($7): - sweet and delicious - crunchy phyllo - pistachio and the date syrup were perfect ---- Notes: - lots of inside seating - parking can be a bit tough, there's also metered parking - nice and quiet ambiance, able to hear conversations easy - the service was quick and friendly - checked up on us during the meal ---- Overall: a great Mediterranean restaurant, a bit expensive but worth it, lamb and baklava are so delicious read more

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My favorite Mediterranean place is in SF but this is officially my favorite East Bay option. The veggie sampler (takeout) was phenomenal. I ate it immediately in the car which was nice because the falafal were so hot and fresh and so herby and green and delicious. My only sadness is they don't seem to have muhammara which is hard to find...otherwise, 10/10 for the veggie sampler, every item including the salad were super flavorful and met all my expectations. read more

We order Tio's on DoorDash from time to time, and it has never disappointed! We usually get the chicken shawarma, but this time I decided to try the falafel, and I'm so glad I did. I think I might have liked it even more! I also really appreciate how nicely everything is packaged. The fries are always still crispy when they arrive, and the sauces are free, which is such a nice touch. Tio's is definitely going to be a staple in our DoorDash rotation. read more

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I like Tio's excellent food and their friendly service. I always feel very welcome and comfortable there. And, of course, I will continue to be their patron. I only marked five stars since there were not more. How about seven stars? Tio's and its staff is a blessing in San Leandro. Keep the very good job... I know you will. Israel Gamzo read more

I was skeptical at first when I saw the 4.9 star rating of Tio's. But was I wrong! The food quality really lived up to the hype. I ordered the chicken and beef kabob entree and both meats were extremely tasty and moist. Our waiter checked in on us multiple times during our meal which was much appreciated. I hope to come again soon read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - Chicken and beef kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

I wanted to go here because the food look authentic and delicious and they had a 5 star review score. They did not disappoint. This is a true 5 star experience. I am middle eastern and I know good falafel and this is the closest I have had in recent years to what I consider authentic falafel. Both the chicken and beef kabobs were so tender and juicy and delicious, if I could eat them everyday I would. I wasn't crazy about the mango drink but I love mango and always have to atleast try everything mango. Listen if you haven't tried this place please do yourself a favor and go try them out. You won't be disappointed. I truly love this place and can't wait to go back when I'm in town. read more

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We came here on a weekday evening and were seated right away at a table with a "reserved" placard even thing. We ordered two wraps with fries - one with falafel and one with chicken. It took a bit for the food to come out but everything was pretty good but I think it was missing an exceptional quality to it. For example, the wraps had a lot of falafel and chicken in it, but hardly other toppings inside. By the end of it, we kind of got tired of the wrap. The fries were seasoned well though and very tasty, though they are cooked well done. The food is reasonably portioned -- a little more than you need at least for me but not too much for bigger appetites. There could have been a bit more fries. The service was fast and friendly and although the restaurant is small, they try to make it a very intimate ambiance with the lights dim and it not too loud in the restaurant. There are a lot of people walking in and out of the restaurant here though. read more

Tio’s Mediterranean Grill - chicken shawarma wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Great experience, the beef wrap was amazing, juicy, and great portions. The staff was friendly and very accommodating - I was very limited it time, and they served me in a very speedy manner. The location is very lowkey, which I really like. I'd highly recommend if you're looking for a great gem! read more

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The food is all that and more! The lamb and salmon was delicious! I keep going back. I highly recommend this Mediterranean restaurant read more

Great food, quaint atmosphere excellent service and super friendly vibe. Had the hummus and three skewers, rice and salad to split with my date. Best homemade hot sauce ever! read more

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A local friend recommended this place. It was packed when I arrived 6:15 on a Saturday. Got the last table & though it took a little while to get our food, it was understandable given how busy it was & we loved the eggplant appetizer & they kept us refilled on water regularly. Food was absolutely delicious & unique & leftovers good the next day too. Wish we had had room for more dessert. Street parking out front beats easy to find. read more

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Again, this place never disappoints. I had the salmon and steak combo with salad and yellow rice, it was very good. I did not feel sluggish after I ate. Suidy was always very helpful, kind and sweet. We look forward to coming back and having a meal here. PS. Thanks for the Baklava it was very delicious. BIG 5 STARS!!!! read more

I had the chicken shawarma and hummus with pita bread. I thought the shawarma was delicious. Fresh tasting. The 3 sauces that come with it are delicious. My daughter thought the shawarma had too much veggies but I thought it was very well balanced. Pour the hot sauce on it and it's delicious. The hummus has crunchy chickpeas that are so original. I've never had that before. When I walked into the establishment it was fancy for San Leandro. A super cute date night spot. Will definitely be taking my oldest daughter on a date night here. read more

Visited on a Thursday for lunch with a coworker, restaurant was pretty busy but we're able to grab a table right when we walked in. Food: falafel wrap - good, generous portion size, nice lavash bread filed with fried falafels, romaine, tomato and hummus, to flavorful, falafel had a nice crisp exterior, interior was herby and had a nice fluffy texture, veggies added freshness. Served with a side salad which was a nice bonus Service was good, friendly quick and efficient. Water was refilled throughout our meal, food came pretty quickly after we ordered. Overall a solid Mediterranean spot in San Leandro for a casual lunch. read more

Delicious food! I got the chicken shawarma wrap and my wife got the falafel plate. Hers was a little better than mine, but both were great. We'll definitely be back again read more

10/10 service and flavor. This is the best Mediterranean food I've had locally. The veggie sampler gives you a bit of everything for an appetizer, every item was uniquely flavorful and seasoned perfectly! The lentil soup was a great addition to the meal warm and cozy. We tried the house salad with chicken kabob and it was fresh and the chicken so juicy and grilled nicely! The chicken shawarma salad with the pomegranate dressing is a perfect flavor combo. This place is a hidden gem! read more

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Cut and pasted from their website: "Many are wondering the history behind "Tio's Mediterranean Grill" or even better "Who is the Mediterranean one." To start off the name Tio's came from the backyard catering in which Juan and Enrique use to do during the Covid. Once you walked into their home the first question you heard was "Which Tio will be cooking my food." Quality/Quantity - The food is good! Yeah, they are not from the Mediterranean region of the world, but I also cook foods from around the world, which means you don't necessarily have to be from there to cook good food. Also think of fusion. Chicken Shawarma with Fries - Made fresh, generous portions; well, it could have used a few more fries, lol. Chicken Kabab Plate - The chicken was grilled well. Decent portions. Good flavors. Baklava - Again, generous portions. Perfect sweetness. Hey, where did all my pictures go?!?! Atmosphere - Small local business. So, they do NOT take reservations for parties over 8 people. Street parking. Across the street from city hall. Open 7 days a week from 11am to 8:30 or 9:30pm. Service - Good, friendly, and welcoming. Price - A little on the high side, but that is the cost of quality. Owner Comment - N/A. read more

The best Mediterranean food around. Very helpful and friendly staff. Great Turkish coffee. Strongly recommend to everyone. read more

We were in town for a concert at the Arena. The restaurant was clean and had a cozy feel. The service was phenomenal and the waitress was able to provide recommendations from the menu. We got a curried chicken plate and a beef skewer plate. Both were delicious and the meat and rice were moist. The beef was also served with a really good chimichurri like side sauce. read more

How did I not know this restaurant was just around the corner from our home? Amazing pretty much sums it up. Everything is great. Love the appetizers and I think I've had almost all of them. I keep going back to the Fattoush Salad w/chicken kabob. So lovely and delicious. The lamb is amazing and the marinate is so great. Salmon - love it! Great place to bring out of town friends. Everyone loves it. Definitely a staple. read more

Friendly service and cozy atmosphere. Beef Kabob was excellent. Cooked as requested and delicious entree. Plus, the price is hard to beat. read more