Diners' Choice: Mediterranean restaurants in Orange County

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Updated May 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Mediterranean cuisine in Orange County? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Rosine's Mediterranean Grill

4.9

4.9 (734)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Anaheim Hills

About the restaurant

RosineÕs Mediterranean serves classic Mediterranean fare in a rustic, cozy and casual environment. The restaurant features cozy booth seating, as well as plenty of table seating in its spacious dining room. Numerous wine bottles are on display for guests to peruse and choose. RosineÕs full bar offers plenty of cocktails, beer and other spirits. Catering and delivery services makes it easy to enjoy these exotic flavors anywhere, whether it be at home or for a lavish party. Start with an appetizer, like the eggplant Napoleon, hummus or tabbouleh. Main courses at RosineÕs Mediterranean include popular options like chicken kebab, grilled quail, lamb chops and pork porterhouse. The three-course family-style dinner is a deal and includes three starters, one salad, an entrŽe and dessert.

Top review

Brandee

Dined 6 days ago

I went with my son to celebrate his birthday. I am half Armenian, and I was soooooo impressed with the food! REAL Armenian food! Cheers to Grace, Nico and Rosine herself! We will be back!

The Black Trumpet Bistro

4.8

4.8 (1822)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Huntington Beach

About the restaurant

Black Trumpet Bistro Tapas & Wine Bar has been a family-run restaurant in the heart of Huntington Beach. Preparing fresh sauces, soups, and desserts daily makes Black Trumpet Bistro a highlight of Huntington Beach. We combine fresh ingredients, great recipes, and friendly service at a fair price.

The Black Trumpet Bistro specializes in Mediterranean tapas, small plates that bring you flavors from Italy, France, Spain & Greece, and right here to Huntington Beach, CA. We also offer full entrees including rack of lamb, meat & seafood paella, a variety of handmade Italian pastas. Cornish game hen, daily board specials, crafted cocktails, and an extensive wine list.

Never had tapas before? Start with some of our customer favorites, including our house special risotto, truffle fries, tuna tartare, and Brussels sprouts with chorizo.

We look forward to serving you!

Top review

LLOYD

Dined 2 days ago

Great food and service. Open for lunch as well with the same specials and regular menu. Usually not crowded for lunch.

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Popular dish

Black Trumpet Risotto

Popular dish

Roasted Cauliflower

Experience

$12 Martini Wednesdays ALL DAY

Zov's Newport Coast

4.8

4.8 (617)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Corona del Mar

About the restaurant

For nearly 40 years, Zov's has helped define Orange County’s culinary identity, earning a reputation for vibrant flavors, polished hospitality, and an award-winning menu that blends Mediterranean soul with contemporary California style.

Rooted in time-honored recipes and elevated by modern technique, Zov’s cuisine is comforting yet refined. Guests enjoy beautifully plated seasonal dishes, bright herbs and spices, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients reflecting the region’s abundance.

Across Orange County, Zov’s has built a loyal following drawn to its consistent excellence and heartfelt hospitality. At the heart is matriarch Chef Zov, leading three generations working side by side each day, blending experience, innovation, and passion in every detail. In Newport, that family spirit comes to life in a vibrant warmhearted setting, offering visitors and locals a place to gather, indulge, and savor a true taste of an Orange County culinary icon.

Top review

ellenGold

Dined on May 27, 2026

Always fabulous. Service great. Food delicious Atmosphere lovely

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4.8

4.8 (735)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Irvine

About the restaurant

For nearly 40 years, Zov's has helped define Orange County’s culinary identity, earning a reputation for vibrant flavors, polished hospitality, and an award-winning menu that blends Mediterranean soul with contemporary California style.

Rooted in time-honored recipes and elevated by modern technique, Zov’s cuisine is comforting yet refined. Guests enjoy beautifully plated seasonal dishes, bright herbs and spices, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients reflecting the region’s abundance.

Across Orange County, Zov’s has built a loyal following drawn to its consistent excellence and heartfelt hospitality. At the heart is matriarch Chef Zov, leading three generations working side by side each day, blending experience, innovation, and passion in every detail. In Irvine, that family spirit comes to life in a vibrant warmhearted setting, offering visitors and locals a place to gather, indulge, and savor a true taste of an Orange County culinary icon.

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Wendy

Dined 5 days ago

Dinner was great. Service excellent. Music could be turned down just a smidge.

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4.8

4.8 (29)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

San Clemente

About the restaurant

For nearly 40 years, Zov's has helped define Orange County’s culinary identity, earning a
reputation for vibrant flavors, polished hospitality, and an award-winning menu that
blends Mediterranean soul with contemporary California style.

Rooted in time-honored recipes and elevated by modern technique, Zov’s cuisine is
comforting yet refined. Guests enjoy beautifully plated seasonal dishes, bright herbs and
spices, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients reflecting the region’s abundance.

Across Orange County, Zov’s has built a loyal following drawn to its consistent
excellence and heartfelt hospitality. At the heart is matriarch Chef Zov, leading three
generations working side by side each day, blending experience, innovation, and
passion in every detail. In San Clemente, that family spirit comes to life in a vibrant
seaside setting, offering visitors and locals a place to gather, indulge, and savor a true
taste of an Orange County culinary icon.

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MarieGold

Dined today

Great food and fun environment! I recommend a reservation even though they just opened. Staff is on point and our server Omar was great!

Pinafini

4.7

4.7 (259)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Laguna Beach

About the restaurant

Nestled along the stunning coastline of Laguna Beach, Pinafini invites guests to experience the vibrant flavors and rich culinary traditions of the Mediterranean region. The warm, inviting ambiance features earthy tones, modern accents, and beautiful Mediterranean olive trees creating a serene escape. Our menu is a delightful journey through diverse Mediterranean cuisines, showcasing fresh, sourced ingredients. Diners can savor classic dishes such as a flavorful mezze platters, tender grilled kebabs, and fragrant tagines, all bursting with authentic spices and herbs. For the seafood lovers, we provide an extraordinary twist with mediterranean spices that will elevate, leaving your taste buds craving more with every bite. Our extensive wine list features selections from renowned Mediterranean vineyards, perfectly complementing the dishes. Pinafini does not only bring the essense of Mediterranean flavors to Laguna Beach but also creates a welcoming space for community and connection.

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CiaranGold

Dined 5 days ago

Food, service, ambiance all excellent, very busy on a Saturday evening. Different areas to set depending on preference, bar, street patio, rear patio if a quieter experience is desired.

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Popular dish

Branzino

Aleppo's Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (117)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Anaheim

About the restaurant

We longed for a community built around a table with good food, but Anaheim lacked authentic and fresh Mediterranean cuisine. We took it on ourselves to create the space and food we craved. Together with friends and family, we hand-built a restaurant that felt Mediterranean in every way, from the murals of the Aleppo Citadel to the menu filled with warm spices and colorful vegetables. Our menu is still built on the original recipes and techniques passed down by our grandparents. We only use high-quality and fresh ingredients, because we want to represent our cuisine well.

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Tom

Dined on May 24, 2026

Great food! Appreciated the service. Sat on patio / nice temperature, traffic could be a bit louder at the time we we there (5:45p Saturday).

Studio Mediterranean at Montage Laguna Beach

4.7

4.7 (116)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Laguna Beach

About the restaurant

Studio Mediterranean is Montage Laguna Beach’s reimagined signature dining destination and a gathering place where Mediterranean rituals of community and connection come to life. The menu features Mediterranean cuisine with California influences, carefully created by Studio Mediterranean Executive Chef Dennis Efthymiou and inspired by his Grecian roots. With panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and an open-air patio, a refined coastal dining experience awaits.

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Marjan

Dined 5 days ago

Beautiful views, amazing service and food, PERFECTION all around, thank you!

Fennel Kitchen & Bar

4.6

4.6 (312)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

About the restaurant

Fennel Kitchen and Bar is a contemporary Mediterranean restaurant that offers an authentic, healthy, and vibrant dining experience by seamlessly blending the flavors of the sun-kissed Mediterranean shores with exotic Middle Eastern cuisine. Our thoughtfully crafted menu meets diverse dietary preferences, including traditional kabobs bursting with flavor, to simple, authentic vegetarian dishes. We believe beauty lies in the details and we strive to ensure that every aspect of your dining experience is memorable.

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Arlene

Dined on May 22, 2026

The food is always great.our server was prompt and attentive.

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4.3

4.3 (261)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

San Clemente

About the restaurant

ILYA brings a fresh Mediterranean menu to San Clemente, led by Chef Charbel Hayek. The kitchen highlights wood-fired cooking, bright Mediterranean flavors, and high-quality seafood. Guests can expect house-baked pita, traditional meze like hummus, pastas, charcoal-kissed meats and seafood, and vibrant seasonal dishes rooted in Mediterranean simplicity. Every plate is designed to feel fresh, clean, and ingredient-driven — a modern expression of coastal Mediterranean dining.

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AnthonyGold

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful new restaurant, with excellent food and beverages. The Staff is top notch. Hanna one of the Managers does such a great job knowing names and being very personal. Matt and Emmon are great wait staff. Highly recommend the beef tartare, the mezza platter for appetizers. In addition, the lobster spaghetti, steaks, and lamb chops are all top notch. The drink menu is great as well, the clean sheet drink and wine menu are superb.

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