About La Mediterranée
La Mediterranée: A Culinary Journey to the Mediterranean and Middle East
If you're looking for a restaurant that offers authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, La Mediterranée is the perfect place for you. Located in the heart of Berkeley's Elmwood community, this family-owned restaurant has been serving award-winning dishes since 1982.
La Mediterranée has consistently been voted as “Best Middle Eastern” and “Best Mediterranean” in the San Francisco Bay Area. This recognition is a testament to their commitment to providing high-quality food that satisfies even the most discerning palates.
The menu at La Mediterranée features a wide variety of dishes inspired by traditional recipes from countries such as Lebanon, Turkey, Greece, and Morocco. One of their most popular offerings is their meza plates which include an assortment of small dishes like hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh salad, stuffed grape leaves (dolmas), falafel balls and more.
Their hummus is made with freshly cooked chickpeas blended with tahini sauce (sesame paste), garlic cloves lemon juice & olive oil. The result is a creamy dip that's perfect for spreading on pita bread or dipping vegetables into it.
Another must-try dish at La Mediterranée are their kebabs which are made with marinated meats like chicken or lamb grilled over an open flame until they're tender and juicy. They also offer vegetarian options like grilled eggplant or tofu kebab served with rice pilaf or couscous.
For those who love pastry desserts filled with nuts & honey syrup will enjoy fillo pastries stuffed with pistachios or walnuts drizzled in sweet syrup called baklava.
The ambiance at La Mediterranée is warm and inviting making it ideal for intimate dinners or group gatherings alike. The decor features colorful tiles on walls & floors along with beautiful hanging lamps creating an atmosphere reminiscent of traditional Mediterranean homes.
In addition to dine-in service, they also offer catering services for events such as weddings & corporate meetings where guests can enjoy delicious food prepared by experienced chefs using fresh ingredients sourced locally whenever possible.
Overall if you're looking for authentic Mediterranean cuisine served in a welcoming environment then look no further than La Méditerranée!