Mediterranean Cuisine
214 Ward Cir, Brentwood, TN, 37027
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Address :
214 Ward Cir
Brentwood, TN, 37027 - Phone (615) 661-4100
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Opening Hours
- Mon :10:30 am - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes
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Greek Cuisine
Greek food is a fine melody of the finest pressed olive oil, fresh fermented bread, colorful vegetables, juicy meat, sea food all cooked in spices and fresh rosemary. The people from Greek were great scholars who aimed to excel in everything they do. The results are quite visible in their food as they are the inventors of olive oil which is beneficial to health. Greeks also made different type of wines from the best quality of grapes fermented in controlled environment.
Today, you can find hundreds of restaurants offering authentic Greek food or popularly termed as Mediterranean cuisine in New York city alone. People wait in line to taste the exotic Greek dishes like saganaki, taramasalata, souvlaki, loukoumades, spanakopita, moussaka, and many more. One thing which most people like about these authentic Greek dishes is abundant use of lemon juice, olive oil, fresh rosemary and sea salt. A smart mix of few ingredients can virtually take you on the pebble streets of beautiful city of Greece.
For those who don't have time to enjoy fine dining should try tasting the famous souvlaki with pita which is type of meat dish, also a trademark Greek fast food. For those who are vegetarian, or vegan can try different versions of Greek Salad. So, if you wish to enjoy a hearty yet healthy meal that tastes divine then try dining at the best Greek restaurant in your city. Greek cuisine not only tastes good but also help maintain your body in a natural way through healthy diet.
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Teal S.
I'm a paraplegic and use a wheelchair. I also have a service dog that helps me get around. I tried to have lunch today at Mediterranean Cuisine and as soon as my husband, my service dog and I entered the restaurant we were told to leave by two staff members because they didn't allow dogs. I explained that she's a trained service dog (she had her service dog vest on and everything) and still they said that we couldn't be in there and then told us that we could scare the other customers. I take my service dog everywhere (I even fly on planes with her). She's highly trained, has a wonderful temperament, and I've never once had a complaint. Until now. Mediterranean Cuisine made me feel humiliated. I've seriously never felt so discriminated against. Two other patrons (we didn't know them) that had entered the restaurant right behind us heard the whole ordeal and actually stood up for us trying to explain to the employees that she's a service dog. These patrons actually left, refusing to eat there, because we had been denied. It's against the law (Americans with Disabilities Act) to deny service to someone with a service dog and I'm looking into what actions we can take to make sure the restaurant learns that they can't treat people with disabilities like this in the future.
(1)Samantha Y.
I LOVE this place. First off, let me say that I love Greek & Mediterranean food & eat it very often. I come here a couple times a month now.. I would recommend the gyro, chicken platter (which comes with hummus, rice, Greek salad, pita bread), & the hummus. The hummus is absolutely delicious! Also, the staff is really friendly & always have my to go order out quickly! I've never sat down to eat but it's pretty nice inside.
(5)Lyndsay K.
An explosion of flavor in my mouth! While the name doesn't do this place justice, the simplicity can be appreciated. Don't let the name or the odd location deter you, though. This place is the real deal. I was greeted so warmly by the gentleman behind the counter, so I asked him what he recommended. Less than 5 minutes later I had the most amazing lamb gyro platter with salad, hummus, pita and tabbouleh for $7.49. It usually comes with rice, but I don't do rice and he didn't hesitate to offer a substitution. That made me happy. Wish I'd had a chance to try the falafel before leaving town. I wish even more that I could go there right now.
(5)Lyndi S.
Finally, a more insightful view of Mediterranean food. Everything here was authentic and tasty, and yay for that, because this place is definitely a hidden gem! Unfortunately, we came here around closing time, and witnessed our bottom of the barrel service and slightly less-than-fresh food options. It also lacked a lot of excitement since we were the only ones in there, other than staff, who was cleaning up around us. The pita and hummus were delicious. The falafel was perfectly flavored, although was just a tad bit dried out, probably because it wasn't freshly made. I'd definitely give this place another shot, since the other reviews seem pretty awesome!
(3)Ali A.
Today's visit to Mediterranean Cuisine was beyond a disappointment. My wife who is in a wheelchair and I have a service dog that we took with us. Immediately when we walked in the Cook and another gentleman came up to us and in very harsh voices told us that our dog is not allowed and we have to take her out to the patio immediately. Even though we planned on eating out there anyways because it was a nice day we still needed to order our food. I politely explained that she is a service dog and even pointed out the patches on her vest she always wears when we take her places. They then told us she is scaring customers. At this point the couple behind us said that she is not scaring them and she is a well trained service dog. I calmly told him that under ADA law she is not allowed to be denied access but he still did not comply and asked us to either leave or take her outside. Not only did we leave but so did the other couple without ordering and it got the attention of the entire restaurant. I hope the owners are looking at these reviews because here is the ADA Law (Americans with Disabilities Act) pertaining to service dogs. ada.gov/service_animals_…
(1)Anna J.
I love this place, best Mediterranean food in town! Portions are huge and flavorful. I always ask for peppers and onions added to my entrees. The mixed platter is delicious, you get a little bit of everything. Salads here are great also. The service is quick. The place is clean and inviting. You can go sit on their patio and watch or feed the geese (give them your leftover pita bread, they give you plenty!).
(5)Alex E.
In Nashville for the week and I am so sad to leave this place behind! It's some of the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. They had great options for vegetarians/vegans, I recommend the veggie platter. It was so delicious! The staff is very polite and friendly and the prices were reasonable. I can't wait to be back!
(5)Meg P.
The food is always good here. Portion sizes are huge. You will love to see the ducks hanging around while you are having your lunch. Their pita bread and hummus is very tasty. I always have left overs to take home from my meal. It is a nice place to sit and eat but, nowadays it is too crowded so plan for a to go. All items are fair priced. However, their desserts are costly.
(4)Dan Z.
Trusted my fellow Yelpers on this one! The best baba ganough I've ever had! I always try to order lamb, and again very good! The size of everything was huge, too much to eat in one sitting and I'm a big boy!!!
(4)Jonny W.
Best Mediterranean food in Nashville! Fresh produce, kind staff, clean, nice view. Their salads are great and the gyro is on fleek!
(5)Gary M.
Basically, this restaurant is another miss for my quest to get good, affordable gyros and felafel. Mediterranean Cuisine sits in a small strip mall in northwest Brentwood. It has counter service and the atmosphere is pretty quiet, clean and ordered. The menu is more on the Greek end of the Mediterranean-Middle East spectrum. Service was fast and here is the bottom line. Gyro: Reasonable pita bread, meat with some fresh vegetables. They include some grilled peppers and onions along with olives. Nothing special. Hummus: Good consistency but not very flavorful. Very heavily salted and lemoned. Felafel: Main disappointment. These were obviously cooked well ahead of time and reheated. As a result, they were dry and tough. I cannot recommend this restaurant, even for a quick lunch bite, given the limited items we tried.
(2)Shaun B.
Visited this place for lunch today, I've worked in the area for two years and have somehow never noticed it. Its a little joint in a strip mall of various restaurants and such. You walk in and order at the counter, we were able to walk right up and place our order. I ordered the Gyro platter, it came out promptly, including Lamb, rice, Tabbouleh, Hummus and pita bread. The Tabbouleh was very good, definitely the highlight of the meal. The hummus was pretty good as well, I've definitely had better but as a compliment to a meal I can't complain. The gyro meat itself was pretty uninspiring, it was good, but it kind of had the feel that it had been sitting in a warmer for a little while. The rice was your typical Gyro restaurant rice, nothing more nothing less. The Tzatziki was good, they kind of spice it up a little here, and I always like my gyro's drowning in it. Overall, I was pleased with the meal, the service was great, the employees were smiling, and the restaurant was clean. The food wasn't anything mind blowing, but definitely good enough for a return trip next time I'm in the mood for some Mediterranean fare. Although I'd hope to find a better option in the area, I've tried several places in Brentwood, but they're all about the same as far as quality and price. I would suggest giving it a shot if you're looking for a place like this in the area.
(3)Jeff C.
I met two colleagues here for lunch on a Wednesday at noon. It wasn't busy at first, but before long there was a long line, and I know why. The first thing I noticed was the young guy delivering food and busing tables. He had a genuine smile on his face every time I saw him. When he delivered our food, he saw that we had prayed together and said, "God Bless you". After lunch, I wanted a coffee and didn't want to stand in line behind 10 people, so I slipped him a few bucks and he happily brought a cup around. Imagine that at most pre-order style places. Enough about the service. The food was awesome. I consider myself a connoisseur on food in general and Mediterranean in particular. The humus was fantastic-and I am someone who has seen it made from scratch and eaten it fresh. The pita bread was great. The shawarma I had was fabulous, and my two companions consumed their chicken gyro platters so quickly I can only assume they were equally as pleased. The portion sizes are adequate for most gluttons, and the tables are set with flatware, napkins and menus, so you can grab a seat and figure out your order before getting in line. Three of us ordered platters, drinks and had a large plate of hummus for $37, so it's a good value. If I had known beforehand my colleague was paying, I might have eaten even more. Give this place a try.
(5)Laura H.
Mediterranean Cuisine always serves delicious, fresh Mediterranean food. Recognized by dieticians and nutrition experts as the most healthy and balanced diet, it is nice to have a place offering a variety of wonderful, healthy options in Maryland Farms. I love their platters that come with lamb (or your choice of meat), the BEST rice and fresh Greek salad. On this particular visit, I had the Greek entree-sized salad along with baba ganough and pita. The Greek salad consists of lettuce, diced cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese, olives and sliced banana peppers with a Greek vinaigrette dressing. While I liked the baba ganough (first time trying it here), I will likely stick to their hummus in the future. Mediterranean Cuisine is wonderful for catering business lunches in the Brentwood area. Last fall, I had a team meeting and used them. I have a couple people on my team from the Mediterranean region, and they thought the food was authentic and delicious. They are also very reasonably priced, with lunches ranging from $5-$9 a person and offer plenty of vegetarian options. So forget that bland, boxed sandwich lunch for your meeting and go for variety! They are typically very busy during lunch, but don't leave if you see a long line waiting to order. The line moves very quickly, and there is usually plenty of seating inside and outside with tables turning over frequently. Also, for my order this week, I used the Eat24 Yelp app for the first time. I dug it! Very easy to place my order and pay for it, knowing I had a tight timeline between meetings and needed to be able to just run over and pick up my order without spending time in line. I'll be using this app more in the future!
(4)Dan A.
Yum! Some of the best Mediterranean food we have had in a good while. The gyro platter & lamb kabobs were killer and the falafel & grape leaves as appetizers were spot on. The place was clean and the food was fast & fresh. As we were looking at the menu, another customer commented that it's all good and you can't go wrong with anything...from what we have tried this tine, it looks like he was right.
(4)Salman S.
It is very rare to find a place that has maintained its standard in the quality department. Have been here a number of times and it just always tastes the same, like it did the first time. You cannot go wrong with any of their platters or just go for it all and get a mixed platter. The gyro is great and mouth watering. Prices are reasonable and the food hits the spot. The staff is courteous and will go the extra mile to make sure the food is to ur liking.
(5)Kris T.
Food was good. Fast service great hummus. Didn't get a five star because sauce for gyro platter and environment were not to the best level.
(4)James R.
Foods really good. The chicken Gyro is really tasty I got the platter. The service is extremely friendly, fast, attentive.
(4)Joann J.
Excellent. Everything we are was excellent. Pastichio and lamb kabob platter. The baklava was amazing...order 2, they're small!
(4)Andy H.
$9 for A LOT of awesome lamb and fixings on the gyro platter, and a drink. Staff is super friendly and efficient. You can be in and out in 20 minutes at lunch time with a full belly. Baklava and Cookies are also excellent!
(5)Giggy P.
Always delicious, fast and a great price. The guy who runs the place is very personable and always there. I've been going there since it opened and have never had a bad experience. The shawarma chicken and steak are my favorites. Everything is delicious. Don't forget the baklava.
(5)Laurie E.
Good Lebanese food grape leaves were very good they are warm now I'm Lebanese and this is good but should be serve with olive oil on table also to much oregano and I can't taste the slight hint of cinnamon which is in most grape leaves made from Lebanese but I have eaten at the best in mn they have a Lebanese community otherwise I would say fabulous but less oregano ohhh it had ground beef in it so if your a vegetarian don't choose this but I degrees the falafel is fabulous yes fabulous ! Nice kind people tabouli looked great and my husband said the lamb was perfect succulent not tough cooking lamb is a delicate sitch and he said these guy blow it out of the park ! He would share he said sorrry to good so go for the lamb shish kebobs !
(4)Christine J.
Really surprisingly good! My husband and I went here after looking at reviews on yelp. The atmosphere is very casual: you pay and order at the counter and your food is brought to you. They have some beers available :). We ordered the Mediterranean Combo and it is definitely enough for two ppl (and we have good appetites). For sure a great deal, ~$15 for two dinners! You would spend the same amount at a fast food place!!! But this is sooooo good.
(4)Angelia C.
Delicious, cheap Mediterranean food fast! We ordered, got our drinks and didn't even have a chance to get our kids into their high chairs before we had fresh, hot Greek food on the table. The platters are almost big enough to share and only $8-$9. Gyro there is the best I've had. :) Baklava was amazing!! Could have eaten about 10 more pieces. You have to look for it or you will miss it. It's tucked away into a small strip mall by the pond. Overall, one of the best Mediterranean places we've been. :)
(5)Lisa B.
I'm definitely a fan of this place. It's not really near work or home for me at the moment, but it's worth the drive. Especially on days when I just need a long lunch. I'm pretty loyal to my usual falafel appetizer and gyro platter, so I can't tell you about much else, but what I do know I love. The platter won't disappoint, it's big and it's full of awesome. It's not a place to go for atmosphere, but the food is excellent, the service is fast and it's in the budget. Those are the things that count, right? Boom.
(4)Abby R.
I go to this place quite often. Today I was thoroughly disappointed because my pita bread was hard as a rock. I have had much better from this restaurant and I'm quite disappointed. Please make sure you have fresh bread in the future, and don't serve, hard, stale bread! It's awful!!
(2)Faith W.
We loved this place! This was our first time here and it was all delicious. I got the lamb gyro pocket which comes alone but was delicious and plenty filling, my husband got the gyro platter which was delicious and a very large portion, our 3-year-old had the kids gyro platter which was also a large portion (I probably could have split it with her), and we had a small hummus which had plenty of warm pita pieces. We also shared one serving of baklava which was delicious. Also our food came out very quickly. This was probably because we were one of 3 other tables on a late Sunday afternoon, but sometimes slow business means food takes even longer or isn't fresh or good. Definitely not the case here. They are also located right beside a large pond with lots of geese and ducks and a large patio (at least the geese were there today in August). It was great and the kids (and my husband and I) loved tossing crumbs to the geese through the fence. The inside was nice too, but they had the football game on and we didn't prefer that as background noise. :) Very friendly guys working with great service and timely clean up. Great place! We'll definitely be back.
(5)Jennifer C.
I work in Brentwood and this is my go-to when I'm in the mood for comfort food for lunch. If you don't like anything heavy, there are plenty of healthier options and, in my opinion, the best hummus ever. The guys that run the place are very friendly...and they hustle! Fantastic service. In the nicer months, you can sit out on the patio by the pond. There are ducks & geese who will come right up to you. I've even seen the guys give pita bread to some kids so they could go feed them. Awesome place!
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(5)Kim Y.
Man, this place has got to be the best kept secret in metro nashville. Its always pretty busy, but for the cost/quality ratio there should be pancake pantry level lines shooting out the door of this unassuming (and not even properly named, for crisssakes!) little turkish/greek joint in a mini-strip mall behind the Maryland Farms YMCA. Last night I ate at Anatolia for a friends birthday, its a proper sit-down restaurant with great Yelp praise. Then today - I forgot I told a friend I'd take her to the wonders of Mediterranean Cuisine for lunch, so basically I had them back to back - I gotta say; it was about $6 cheaper and...well, better! Yeah, you order at a counter and they bring you your food, but its crazy fast, they offer real silverware and the food is so fresh and well done. The decor is actually well done for a tiny strip mall place and they even have a cute goose pond to boot. The owners and workers are very friendly and happily go with requests for substitutions and add ons. So, I must say though - I am pretty sure the pita bread is store bought, but they offer white and wheat and its always served warm and fluffy, so its not too big of a drawback. Still 5 stars from me. Best Tabbouli in town and amazing lamb and falafel. Very veggie friendly!
(5)Hart P.
We ate dinner, but the busy time is lunch. We enjoy the variety of Greek dishes and the addition of some of the less well known foods.
(4)Jemina B.
OMG this place is fantastic. If you haven't tried it, Go. Now. I'll explain: the food is affordable, the portions are huge, and bottom line - it's all delicious. Met the lovely Kim Y. here for lunch the other day and had the falafel for an appetizer, which came with yummy pita and was served with hummus. I had the gyro platter, which I thought would be an average serving of a few strips of lamb with pita, rice, etc. Oh, no. it was a PLATTER. grilled onions, lamb, tomatoes, rice, tabouli salad, the whole 9 yards. I was in heaven. If you're lunching in the Brentwood area, skip all those lame-ass chain restaurants and get over to Mediterranean Cuisine toute de suite.
(5)Sanky S.
The husband & I moved to TN about a year and a half ago from Dearborn, Michigan, which is practically the mecca for Middle Eastern folks. Hence it has great Arabic restaurants. We were spoiled and we have become pretty snobby about Arabic food. We had searched high and low for a good middle eastern/Mediterranean restaurant and were highly disappointed with the restaurants we had visited, which claimed to have Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food but really it's mostly Greek. We stumbled upon this place and rejoiced in finally finding our long-lost favorites. They offer a very large variety of the most well-known dishes of middle eastern cuisine. They are extremely delicious and very well priced!!! We had the chicken schwarma and the lamb pita wrap, as well as hummus & baba gnoush , which were all delicious.
(5)Angie A.
Friendly Staff, nice patio. Food was lacking. I ordered a beef/rice and pita platter that was served with hummus and a small Greek salad. The beef was over cooked and dry. Ashamed because it did have good Mediterranean flavor. We also noticed the menu prices on the board are different than that in the menu. We pointed it out and staff member said it was a printing error.
(2)Bret D.
Exceeded my expectations. It does not look like much from the outside. I was expecting your typical Gyro/Kebab fast food atmosphere but this was much nicer. The gyro was served on a rolled pita not a stuffed pocket ans was made only of lamb. It was tasty but a little on the small side. I think I prefer the gyro at Istanbul. Not a bad deal for a combo at $9.00.
(3)Jeannie G.
The thing I miss most about working in Maryland Farms is coming to Mediterranean Cuisine for lunch! I first started going there when they were in a strip mall on Franklin Rd. Since moving to the Ward Circle location, the atmosphere has greatly improved. I LOVE the gated patio that overlooks the pond. It's the most relaxing place to eat lunch. The food is amazing, too. I love the gyro platter and the greek salad is great, too.
(5)Matt D.
Excellent lunch choice. If you have never been here or tried Mediterranean food, do yourself a favor and get a combo plate. My recommendation is the Mediterranean Combo...a little taste of everything and you won't be dissappointed.
(5)John W.
Great lunch spot go early to beat the rush.
(5)Lisette F.
Been here twice. Food is really good. Nice ambience and service.
(4)Charles A.
The hunt for the best falafels may have just ended with the falafel platter at Mediterranean Cuisine. As a vegetarian, one of my favorite meals is a falafel platter, which usually includes rice, salad, hummus, and pita. This platter was no different, but what this one did better than any dish that I have had was the grilled onions and tomatoes on top of the falafels and rice. The falafels were good, not great, the best falafels in my mind goes to Sam's Kabob Gyros, which is just down the street. But the entire combination of rice, grilled veggies, falafels, hummus, pita, and salad was top notch.The meal was excellent and it was $7.99, which to me is a great bargain. Aside from falafels, I normally judge a middle eastern style restaurant by their hummus and pita bread. Their bread tasted more like greek pita bread, which is used for gyros. It is not the right combination with a good hummus and does not compare to other restaurants, which are more like traditional pita bread. (The best pita is from Tarboush in Murfreesboro. It is homemade and still piping hot and filled with air from being fresh out of the oven.)
(4)Van H.
We have been eating at Mediterranean Cuisine for about 9 years - we usually visit about 2 times per month. We have found that it really is the best middle eastern food in the Nashville area. The food is very reasonably priced - most items are under 10.00 and the most expensive item, a platter of food for two people is about 13.00. The portions are very good sized for the cost. And all the food is made in house, the stuffed grape leaves are awesome and the falafels are great as well. The location is somewhat off the beaten path, they are located in Maryland Farms off of Ward Circle. They have a nice outdoor seating area - weather permitting, and ample indoor seating. The are open 7 days per week and the owner is very nice and will make sure everything is to your liking.
(5)matt c.
Great "quick dining" mediterranean food, of the Egyptian origin but attempts a pan-Med cuisine. Beautiful location hidden in Maryland farms, by a large pond. In the spring or fall it is recommended to sit on the patio. Indoors, many small tables await local regulars and businessmen. A television indoors regularly shows international soccer matches, or else, off season, news or entertaining Egyptian programming. The rice is flavorful and moist, with vermicelli (and lentils, on vegetarian platters). If you ask for everything on the veggie plate, they will put grilled onions and other good things on top. Fettoush is great and preferable to the other salad. Falafel are usually served with a little sauce on them. The lamb gyro is good. Cucumber sauce (tzatziki) is good. Pita on platters comes toasty (with a slight floury touch) and cut in quarters in a basket. You can get more if you ask. They are also very quick to fix any mistake in your order. Desserts include baklava and an intriguing tapioca.
(4)Nathan J.
Found this place through Yelp and it is a gem. I had the shawarma beef platter and my wife had the falafel. Both tasted fantastic and service was quick. I wish there was something like near where I live.
(5)Danny N.
I was looking for a Mediterranean place for lunch in the Brentwood area and looked for a good online recommendation. We got there at 11:15 right before the lunch crowd. It did get crowded which helps to ensure good food for a place with an average outside appearance. I got the combo plate. The chicken was better than most competitors. The portion was perfect as it was big but not too big.
(5)Adam V.
Good spot for Mediterranean food! The food is excellent and there is plenty of it. My wife and I tried this spot because of a recommendation I received from a client. He is from Jordan and said that it's his favorite restaurant. I told him about Blue Fig as well (my favorite Mediterranean spot). We really enjoyed everything. They have a small beer selection and plenty of items on the menu. We had the Mediterranean platter. It had lamb and chicken as well as hummus, baba ganoush, rice, and falafel. After eating most of it, we were completely stuffed. It's a dinner for two that is in the $15 range. The service was great and everyone was very friendly. I'm not sure that I would have found the place if I had not been looking for it. However, I'm glad that we made the trip from Franklin. Mediterranean Cuisine is a great spot in the Brentwood area if you want to have a gyro or some of the other delicious foods from that region. They would also make an excellent lunch spot because they are super quick.
(4)Lyrad V.
My husband's client who is from Jordan recommended this place, so we decided to check it out. First off, I'd never known about it otherwise because it's tucked away on a back road in the Maryland Farms area. Since I don't work in this area I hadn't heard about it. My husband and I met up with another friend here on a Saturday before 6 p.m. and the place wasn't busy at all. Most everything in this business park area is calmer on the weekends. The food was excellent. I was excited to see baba ghanoush on the menu, since a lot of Greek restaurants in this area do not serve it. They also serve chicken shawarma which you don't see regularly on Greek menus aw well. My husband and I decided to split the mediterranean platter for $14.99, which was served on two plates and pretty much a sample of everything on the menu! And it all was delicious. The meats were succulent and tender and came out nice and hot. It was plenty of food for two people! The staff was friendly as well. We will definitely be coming back.
(4)Sam H.
Not very busy on a Thursday night at 7 but very good. I had the gyro platter and a falafel appetizer. Humus is excellent as is the lamb. Very large portions, too.
(4)Rachael Anne E.
My favorite Greek place! Lots of delicious food at a low cost. The Greek Platter for lunch is $8.99 (after tax) and it's plenty of lamb, rice, hummus, pita and salad. I get tabbouleh instead of the Greek Salad. They take AMEX.
(5)Will M.
Located in the affluent suburb of Nashville, this well kept secret is the best greekfood in town. If it is your first time, try the gyro platter. Sliced lamb was browned before service, placed on top of rice, alongside salad, pita bread and hummus. It is healthy, and delicious. The atmosphere is decent.
(4)Marcus P.
Don't let the downplayed appearance of this place fool you into not going; the food here speaks for itself. I work close by and have been coming here regularly. The food is always fresh, the prices are more than reasonable, and the portions are outstanding. Even during the busy periods, the staff here is always on the ball and efficient. The outdoor patio next to the pond is icing on the cake. When I am having a stressful day at the office, this is my happy place.
(5)Justin R.
Some of the best restaurants, are in places you would least likely expect them to be. Thats exactly how I would describe this Mediterranean style cafeteria. You walk in, order at the counter and when your food is ready, they bring it out to you. We arrived about 30 minutes before they were closing, and they were very welcoming, even with our late arrival. My girlfriend and I ordered a falafel platter and a gyro. The gyro was my preferred option, since the falafel was a little dry. I think the falafel would have been delicious if we had been served a fresh batch, and not the bottom of the barrel. Overall I was impressed with this find tucked away in a Brentwood business park.
(3)Jasper T.
Today I was looking for a great place to have lunch and came across some great reviews for Mediterranean Cuisine. So, I thought lets give it a try. It is in a very unusual spot and I thought how could this be a good place. So, skeptical I went and and gave it a try. I am sooooo glad that I did. This was one of the best lunches I've had in a really long time. I had the #5 lunch special which was a Gyro with hummus and a drink. It was less than $10 for this goodness. The lamb meat was perfectly cooked and the hummus was amazing! And I'm kind of a Hummus snob. I can't wait to go back here to have some more amazing Mediterranean food. Oh, and the service was great. The place was packed with people however, they still made me feel right at home and took very good care of me! Love seeing great restaurants likes this!
(5)Allan P.
This was my first time here, and this will become a regular spot for lunch from now on. The lamb was great and the other ingredients were fresh. The service was great too. I highly recommend this place.
(4)Star T.
So good, and the portions are not so dainty, you will be full when you leave. The owner is a great guy, and he cares about his food and making sure you're experience was a great one. Not to mention it's nice in the summer time sitting on the patio having lunch, then afterwards partaking in the Shisha! Good food and Shisha...Whaaaaaaaaaaat!
(4)Samantha Y.
I LOVE this place. First off, let me say that I love Greek & Mediterranean food & eat it very often. I come here a couple times a month now.. I would recommend the gyro, chicken platter (which comes with hummus, rice, Greek salad, pita bread), & the hummus. The hummus is absolutely delicious! Also, the staff is really friendly & always have my to go order out quickly! I've never sat down to eat but it's pretty nice inside.
(5)Lyndsay K.
An explosion of flavor in my mouth! While the name doesn't do this place justice, the simplicity can be appreciated. Don't let the name or the odd location deter you, though. This place is the real deal. I was greeted so warmly by the gentleman behind the counter, so I asked him what he recommended. Less than 5 minutes later I had the most amazing lamb gyro platter with salad, hummus, pita and tabbouleh for $7.49. It usually comes with rice, but I don't do rice and he didn't hesitate to offer a substitution. That made me happy. Wish I'd had a chance to try the falafel before leaving town. I wish even more that I could go there right now.
(5)Faith W.
We loved this place! This was our first time here and it was all delicious. I got the lamb gyro pocket which comes alone but was delicious and plenty filling, my husband got the gyro platter which was delicious and a very large portion, our 3-year-old had the kids gyro platter which was also a large portion (I probably could have split it with her), and we had a small hummus which had plenty of warm pita pieces. We also shared one serving of baklava which was delicious. Also our food came out very quickly. This was probably because we were one of 3 other tables on a late Sunday afternoon, but sometimes slow business means food takes even longer or isn't fresh or good. Definitely not the case here. They are also located right beside a large pond with lots of geese and ducks and a large patio (at least the geese were there today in August). It was great and the kids (and my husband and I) loved tossing crumbs to the geese through the fence. The inside was nice too, but they had the football game on and we didn't prefer that as background noise. :) Very friendly guys working with great service and timely clean up. Great place! We'll definitely be back.
(5)Jennifer C.
I work in Brentwood and this is my go-to when I'm in the mood for comfort food for lunch. If you don't like anything heavy, there are plenty of healthier options and, in my opinion, the best hummus ever. The guys that run the place are very friendly...and they hustle! Fantastic service. In the nicer months, you can sit out on the patio by the pond. There are ducks & geese who will come right up to you. I've even seen the guys give pita bread to some kids so they could go feed them. Awesome place!
(5)Jennifer G.
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(5)John M.
This is my go to spot for Greek food in Brentwood. I typically get the same thing which is the gyro platter. For the price, they give you a mammoth platter of food loaded with flavorful meat, rice, choice of salad (greek or tabouli), hummus and pita. You can ask to get your hummus spicy, and they will also top your meat with a delicious sauce and griled onions and tomatoes. Whether you decide to dine in (their patio is great during the spring time) or get it to go, Mediterranean Cuisine is a quality restaurant option in the Brentwood area.
(4)Shannon W.
I have been on a search for good Greek food since I moved here a year ago. I tried this place on a whim not realizing how close it was to me. OMG - so fabulous. The service was incredibly fast and friendly. I ordered the lamb kabob and an order of spinach pie. Not just a small wedge of pie but a square the size of my hand. Hot and delicious. The lamb was perfectly seasoned and cooked. Served on a bed of yellow rice along with salad and hummus. I must say, I am not a fan of hummus, but I ate all of it. So wonderful. This place might be a little off the beaten path but is completely worth it.
(5)Phillip P.
This is one of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants in Nashville. The prices are very reasonable and the food good. I highly recommend this place.
(4)Matt Y.
Soooooo happy we found this place!! The first time my wife and I went here, we couldn't believe how good it was. Super friendly service and awesome food. It is now on our regular rotation.
(5)Jonny W.
Best Mediterranean food in Nashville! Fresh produce, kind staff, clean, nice view. Their salads are great and the gyro is on fleek!
(5)Meg P.
The food is always good here. Portion sizes are huge. You will love to see the ducks hanging around while you are having your lunch. Their pita bread and hummus is very tasty. I always have left overs to take home from my meal. It is a nice place to sit and eat but, nowadays it is too crowded so plan for a to go. All items are fair priced. However, their desserts are costly.
(4)Gary M.
Basically, this restaurant is another miss for my quest to get good, affordable gyros and felafel. Mediterranean Cuisine sits in a small strip mall in northwest Brentwood. It has counter service and the atmosphere is pretty quiet, clean and ordered. The menu is more on the Greek end of the Mediterranean-Middle East spectrum. Service was fast and here is the bottom line. Gyro: Reasonable pita bread, meat with some fresh vegetables. They include some grilled peppers and onions along with olives. Nothing special. Hummus: Good consistency but not very flavorful. Very heavily salted and lemoned. Felafel: Main disappointment. These were obviously cooked well ahead of time and reheated. As a result, they were dry and tough. I cannot recommend this restaurant, even for a quick lunch bite, given the limited items we tried.
(2)Shaun B.
Visited this place for lunch today, I've worked in the area for two years and have somehow never noticed it. Its a little joint in a strip mall of various restaurants and such. You walk in and order at the counter, we were able to walk right up and place our order. I ordered the Gyro platter, it came out promptly, including Lamb, rice, Tabbouleh, Hummus and pita bread. The Tabbouleh was very good, definitely the highlight of the meal. The hummus was pretty good as well, I've definitely had better but as a compliment to a meal I can't complain. The gyro meat itself was pretty uninspiring, it was good, but it kind of had the feel that it had been sitting in a warmer for a little while. The rice was your typical Gyro restaurant rice, nothing more nothing less. The Tzatziki was good, they kind of spice it up a little here, and I always like my gyro's drowning in it. Overall, I was pleased with the meal, the service was great, the employees were smiling, and the restaurant was clean. The food wasn't anything mind blowing, but definitely good enough for a return trip next time I'm in the mood for some Mediterranean fare. Although I'd hope to find a better option in the area, I've tried several places in Brentwood, but they're all about the same as far as quality and price. I would suggest giving it a shot if you're looking for a place like this in the area.
(3)Jeff C.
I met two colleagues here for lunch on a Wednesday at noon. It wasn't busy at first, but before long there was a long line, and I know why. The first thing I noticed was the young guy delivering food and busing tables. He had a genuine smile on his face every time I saw him. When he delivered our food, he saw that we had prayed together and said, "God Bless you". After lunch, I wanted a coffee and didn't want to stand in line behind 10 people, so I slipped him a few bucks and he happily brought a cup around. Imagine that at most pre-order style places. Enough about the service. The food was awesome. I consider myself a connoisseur on food in general and Mediterranean in particular. The humus was fantastic-and I am someone who has seen it made from scratch and eaten it fresh. The pita bread was great. The shawarma I had was fabulous, and my two companions consumed their chicken gyro platters so quickly I can only assume they were equally as pleased. The portion sizes are adequate for most gluttons, and the tables are set with flatware, napkins and menus, so you can grab a seat and figure out your order before getting in line. Three of us ordered platters, drinks and had a large plate of hummus for $37, so it's a good value. If I had known beforehand my colleague was paying, I might have eaten even more. Give this place a try.
(5)Laura H.
Mediterranean Cuisine always serves delicious, fresh Mediterranean food. Recognized by dieticians and nutrition experts as the most healthy and balanced diet, it is nice to have a place offering a variety of wonderful, healthy options in Maryland Farms. I love their platters that come with lamb (or your choice of meat), the BEST rice and fresh Greek salad. On this particular visit, I had the Greek entree-sized salad along with baba ganough and pita. The Greek salad consists of lettuce, diced cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese, olives and sliced banana peppers with a Greek vinaigrette dressing. While I liked the baba ganough (first time trying it here), I will likely stick to their hummus in the future. Mediterranean Cuisine is wonderful for catering business lunches in the Brentwood area. Last fall, I had a team meeting and used them. I have a couple people on my team from the Mediterranean region, and they thought the food was authentic and delicious. They are also very reasonably priced, with lunches ranging from $5-$9 a person and offer plenty of vegetarian options. So forget that bland, boxed sandwich lunch for your meeting and go for variety! They are typically very busy during lunch, but don't leave if you see a long line waiting to order. The line moves very quickly, and there is usually plenty of seating inside and outside with tables turning over frequently. Also, for my order this week, I used the Eat24 Yelp app for the first time. I dug it! Very easy to place my order and pay for it, knowing I had a tight timeline between meetings and needed to be able to just run over and pick up my order without spending time in line. I'll be using this app more in the future!
(4)Salman S.
It is very rare to find a place that has maintained its standard in the quality department. Have been here a number of times and it just always tastes the same, like it did the first time. You cannot go wrong with any of their platters or just go for it all and get a mixed platter. The gyro is great and mouth watering. Prices are reasonable and the food hits the spot. The staff is courteous and will go the extra mile to make sure the food is to ur liking.
(5)Kris T.
Food was good. Fast service great hummus. Didn't get a five star because sauce for gyro platter and environment were not to the best level.
(4)Dan A.
Yum! Some of the best Mediterranean food we have had in a good while. The gyro platter & lamb kabobs were killer and the falafel & grape leaves as appetizers were spot on. The place was clean and the food was fast & fresh. As we were looking at the menu, another customer commented that it's all good and you can't go wrong with anything...from what we have tried this tine, it looks like he was right.
(4)Danny N.
I was looking for a Mediterranean place for lunch in the Brentwood area and looked for a good online recommendation. We got there at 11:15 right before the lunch crowd. It did get crowded which helps to ensure good food for a place with an average outside appearance. I got the combo plate. The chicken was better than most competitors. The portion was perfect as it was big but not too big.
(5)Adam V.
Good spot for Mediterranean food! The food is excellent and there is plenty of it. My wife and I tried this spot because of a recommendation I received from a client. He is from Jordan and said that it's his favorite restaurant. I told him about Blue Fig as well (my favorite Mediterranean spot). We really enjoyed everything. They have a small beer selection and plenty of items on the menu. We had the Mediterranean platter. It had lamb and chicken as well as hummus, baba ganoush, rice, and falafel. After eating most of it, we were completely stuffed. It's a dinner for two that is in the $15 range. The service was great and everyone was very friendly. I'm not sure that I would have found the place if I had not been looking for it. However, I'm glad that we made the trip from Franklin. Mediterranean Cuisine is a great spot in the Brentwood area if you want to have a gyro or some of the other delicious foods from that region. They would also make an excellent lunch spot because they are super quick.
(4)Lyrad V.
My husband's client who is from Jordan recommended this place, so we decided to check it out. First off, I'd never known about it otherwise because it's tucked away on a back road in the Maryland Farms area. Since I don't work in this area I hadn't heard about it. My husband and I met up with another friend here on a Saturday before 6 p.m. and the place wasn't busy at all. Most everything in this business park area is calmer on the weekends. The food was excellent. I was excited to see baba ghanoush on the menu, since a lot of Greek restaurants in this area do not serve it. They also serve chicken shawarma which you don't see regularly on Greek menus aw well. My husband and I decided to split the mediterranean platter for $14.99, which was served on two plates and pretty much a sample of everything on the menu! And it all was delicious. The meats were succulent and tender and came out nice and hot. It was plenty of food for two people! The staff was friendly as well. We will definitely be coming back.
(4)Sam H.
Not very busy on a Thursday night at 7 but very good. I had the gyro platter and a falafel appetizer. Humus is excellent as is the lamb. Very large portions, too.
(4)Rachael Anne E.
My favorite Greek place! Lots of delicious food at a low cost. The Greek Platter for lunch is $8.99 (after tax) and it's plenty of lamb, rice, hummus, pita and salad. I get tabbouleh instead of the Greek Salad. They take AMEX.
(5)James R.
Foods really good. The chicken Gyro is really tasty I got the platter. The service is extremely friendly, fast, attentive.
(4)Joann J.
Excellent. Everything we are was excellent. Pastichio and lamb kabob platter. The baklava was amazing...order 2, they're small!
(4)Anna J.
I love this place, best Mediterranean food in town! Portions are huge and flavorful. I always ask for peppers and onions added to my entrees. The mixed platter is delicious, you get a little bit of everything. Salads here are great also. The service is quick. The place is clean and inviting. You can go sit on their patio and watch or feed the geese (give them your leftover pita bread, they give you plenty!).
(5)Dan Z.
Trusted my fellow Yelpers on this one! The best baba ganough I've ever had! I always try to order lamb, and again very good! The size of everything was huge, too much to eat in one sitting and I'm a big boy!!!
(4)Alex E.
In Nashville for the week and I am so sad to leave this place behind! It's some of the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. They had great options for vegetarians/vegans, I recommend the veggie platter. It was so delicious! The staff is very polite and friendly and the prices were reasonable. I can't wait to be back!
(5)Andy H.
$9 for A LOT of awesome lamb and fixings on the gyro platter, and a drink. Staff is super friendly and efficient. You can be in and out in 20 minutes at lunch time with a full belly. Baklava and Cookies are also excellent!
(5)Giggy P.
Always delicious, fast and a great price. The guy who runs the place is very personable and always there. I've been going there since it opened and have never had a bad experience. The shawarma chicken and steak are my favorites. Everything is delicious. Don't forget the baklava.
(5)Laurie E.
Good Lebanese food grape leaves were very good they are warm now I'm Lebanese and this is good but should be serve with olive oil on table also to much oregano and I can't taste the slight hint of cinnamon which is in most grape leaves made from Lebanese but I have eaten at the best in mn they have a Lebanese community otherwise I would say fabulous but less oregano ohhh it had ground beef in it so if your a vegetarian don't choose this but I degrees the falafel is fabulous yes fabulous ! Nice kind people tabouli looked great and my husband said the lamb was perfect succulent not tough cooking lamb is a delicate sitch and he said these guy blow it out of the park ! He would share he said sorrry to good so go for the lamb shish kebobs !
(4)Christine J.
Really surprisingly good! My husband and I went here after looking at reviews on yelp. The atmosphere is very casual: you pay and order at the counter and your food is brought to you. They have some beers available :). We ordered the Mediterranean Combo and it is definitely enough for two ppl (and we have good appetites). For sure a great deal, ~$15 for two dinners! You would spend the same amount at a fast food place!!! But this is sooooo good.
(4)Angelia C.
Delicious, cheap Mediterranean food fast! We ordered, got our drinks and didn't even have a chance to get our kids into their high chairs before we had fresh, hot Greek food on the table. The platters are almost big enough to share and only $8-$9. Gyro there is the best I've had. :) Baklava was amazing!! Could have eaten about 10 more pieces. You have to look for it or you will miss it. It's tucked away into a small strip mall by the pond. Overall, one of the best Mediterranean places we've been. :)
(5)Lisa B.
I'm definitely a fan of this place. It's not really near work or home for me at the moment, but it's worth the drive. Especially on days when I just need a long lunch. I'm pretty loyal to my usual falafel appetizer and gyro platter, so I can't tell you about much else, but what I do know I love. The platter won't disappoint, it's big and it's full of awesome. It's not a place to go for atmosphere, but the food is excellent, the service is fast and it's in the budget. Those are the things that count, right? Boom.
(4)Abby R.
I go to this place quite often. Today I was thoroughly disappointed because my pita bread was hard as a rock. I have had much better from this restaurant and I'm quite disappointed. Please make sure you have fresh bread in the future, and don't serve, hard, stale bread! It's awful!!
(2)Teal S.
I'm a paraplegic and use a wheelchair. I also have a service dog that helps me get around. I tried to have lunch today at Mediterranean Cuisine and as soon as my husband, my service dog and I entered the restaurant we were told to leave by two staff members because they didn't allow dogs. I explained that she's a trained service dog (she had her service dog vest on and everything) and still they said that we couldn't be in there and then told us that we could scare the other customers. I take my service dog everywhere (I even fly on planes with her). She's highly trained, has a wonderful temperament, and I've never once had a complaint. Until now. Mediterranean Cuisine made me feel humiliated. I've seriously never felt so discriminated against. Two other patrons (we didn't know them) that had entered the restaurant right behind us heard the whole ordeal and actually stood up for us trying to explain to the employees that she's a service dog. These patrons actually left, refusing to eat there, because we had been denied. It's against the law (Americans with Disabilities Act) to deny service to someone with a service dog and I'm looking into what actions we can take to make sure the restaurant learns that they can't treat people with disabilities like this in the future.
(1)Kim Y.
Man, this place has got to be the best kept secret in metro nashville. Its always pretty busy, but for the cost/quality ratio there should be pancake pantry level lines shooting out the door of this unassuming (and not even properly named, for crisssakes!) little turkish/greek joint in a mini-strip mall behind the Maryland Farms YMCA. Last night I ate at Anatolia for a friends birthday, its a proper sit-down restaurant with great Yelp praise. Then today - I forgot I told a friend I'd take her to the wonders of Mediterranean Cuisine for lunch, so basically I had them back to back - I gotta say; it was about $6 cheaper and...well, better! Yeah, you order at a counter and they bring you your food, but its crazy fast, they offer real silverware and the food is so fresh and well done. The decor is actually well done for a tiny strip mall place and they even have a cute goose pond to boot. The owners and workers are very friendly and happily go with requests for substitutions and add ons. So, I must say though - I am pretty sure the pita bread is store bought, but they offer white and wheat and its always served warm and fluffy, so its not too big of a drawback. Still 5 stars from me. Best Tabbouli in town and amazing lamb and falafel. Very veggie friendly!
(5)Lyndi S.
Finally, a more insightful view of Mediterranean food. Everything here was authentic and tasty, and yay for that, because this place is definitely a hidden gem! Unfortunately, we came here around closing time, and witnessed our bottom of the barrel service and slightly less-than-fresh food options. It also lacked a lot of excitement since we were the only ones in there, other than staff, who was cleaning up around us. The pita and hummus were delicious. The falafel was perfectly flavored, although was just a tad bit dried out, probably because it wasn't freshly made. I'd definitely give this place another shot, since the other reviews seem pretty awesome!
(3)Hart P.
We ate dinner, but the busy time is lunch. We enjoy the variety of Greek dishes and the addition of some of the less well known foods.
(4)Ali A.
Today's visit to Mediterranean Cuisine was beyond a disappointment. My wife who is in a wheelchair and I have a service dog that we took with us. Immediately when we walked in the Cook and another gentleman came up to us and in very harsh voices told us that our dog is not allowed and we have to take her out to the patio immediately. Even though we planned on eating out there anyways because it was a nice day we still needed to order our food. I politely explained that she is a service dog and even pointed out the patches on her vest she always wears when we take her places. They then told us she is scaring customers. At this point the couple behind us said that she is not scaring them and she is a well trained service dog. I calmly told him that under ADA law she is not allowed to be denied access but he still did not comply and asked us to either leave or take her outside. Not only did we leave but so did the other couple without ordering and it got the attention of the entire restaurant. I hope the owners are looking at these reviews because here is the ADA Law (Americans with Disabilities Act) pertaining to service dogs. ada.gov/service_animals_…
(1)Will M.
Located in the affluent suburb of Nashville, this well kept secret is the best greekfood in town. If it is your first time, try the gyro platter. Sliced lamb was browned before service, placed on top of rice, alongside salad, pita bread and hummus. It is healthy, and delicious. The atmosphere is decent.
(4)Marcus P.
Don't let the downplayed appearance of this place fool you into not going; the food here speaks for itself. I work close by and have been coming here regularly. The food is always fresh, the prices are more than reasonable, and the portions are outstanding. Even during the busy periods, the staff here is always on the ball and efficient. The outdoor patio next to the pond is icing on the cake. When I am having a stressful day at the office, this is my happy place.
(5)Justin R.
Some of the best restaurants, are in places you would least likely expect them to be. Thats exactly how I would describe this Mediterranean style cafeteria. You walk in, order at the counter and when your food is ready, they bring it out to you. We arrived about 30 minutes before they were closing, and they were very welcoming, even with our late arrival. My girlfriend and I ordered a falafel platter and a gyro. The gyro was my preferred option, since the falafel was a little dry. I think the falafel would have been delicious if we had been served a fresh batch, and not the bottom of the barrel. Overall I was impressed with this find tucked away in a Brentwood business park.
(3)Jasper T.
Today I was looking for a great place to have lunch and came across some great reviews for Mediterranean Cuisine. So, I thought lets give it a try. It is in a very unusual spot and I thought how could this be a good place. So, skeptical I went and and gave it a try. I am sooooo glad that I did. This was one of the best lunches I've had in a really long time. I had the #5 lunch special which was a Gyro with hummus and a drink. It was less than $10 for this goodness. The lamb meat was perfectly cooked and the hummus was amazing! And I'm kind of a Hummus snob. I can't wait to go back here to have some more amazing Mediterranean food. Oh, and the service was great. The place was packed with people however, they still made me feel right at home and took very good care of me! Love seeing great restaurants likes this!
(5)Allan P.
This was my first time here, and this will become a regular spot for lunch from now on. The lamb was great and the other ingredients were fresh. The service was great too. I highly recommend this place.
(4)Star T.
So good, and the portions are not so dainty, you will be full when you leave. The owner is a great guy, and he cares about his food and making sure you're experience was a great one. Not to mention it's nice in the summer time sitting on the patio having lunch, then afterwards partaking in the Shisha! Good food and Shisha...Whaaaaaaaaaaat!
(4)Jemina B.
OMG this place is fantastic. If you haven't tried it, Go. Now. I'll explain: the food is affordable, the portions are huge, and bottom line - it's all delicious. Met the lovely Kim Y. here for lunch the other day and had the falafel for an appetizer, which came with yummy pita and was served with hummus. I had the gyro platter, which I thought would be an average serving of a few strips of lamb with pita, rice, etc. Oh, no. it was a PLATTER. grilled onions, lamb, tomatoes, rice, tabouli salad, the whole 9 yards. I was in heaven. If you're lunching in the Brentwood area, skip all those lame-ass chain restaurants and get over to Mediterranean Cuisine toute de suite.
(5)Brad C.
Take a few extra minutes and find this place. It is worth any detour from wherever else you may be headed! Step up to the counter and you will be greeted by a very friendly smiling face who will do what he can to assist you. Questions? Ask! Substitutions? Ask! Very accommodating. We ordered and found a place to sit, moments later the food arrived. We both got the mixed platter -- choice of any three meats plus Greek salad plus homemade hummus plus rice. Lots of good food, authentic Mediterranean (not just Greek) and reasonably priced. A diamond in the rough.
(4)John M.
This is my go to spot for Greek food in Brentwood. I typically get the same thing which is the gyro platter. For the price, they give you a mammoth platter of food loaded with flavorful meat, rice, choice of salad (greek or tabouli), hummus and pita. You can ask to get your hummus spicy, and they will also top your meat with a delicious sauce and griled onions and tomatoes. Whether you decide to dine in (their patio is great during the spring time) or get it to go, Mediterranean Cuisine is a quality restaurant option in the Brentwood area.
(4)Jason B.
some of the best mediterrean ive had. i got the gyro plate and it was top notch. you get so much. i think the prices are absolutely fair. grilled veggies over some type of rice. the gyro meat was perfect and you could tell it was also cooked properly and cooked correctly. (ive had tons of gyros in my life). salad and hummus on top of it. baklava was stellar. pita was stellar and didn't taste mass produced like most places. did try the pita chips but they looked home made the service is just as good as the product. i went late on a weekday and they were VERY friendly and very accommodating. JEANS: OK by far ORDER: counter
(5)Benjamin D.
Good, authentic restaurant that may not be instantly obvious. The hummus is great. Great gyros, large servings. You can really taste the freshness in everything.
(4)Sanky S.
The husband & I moved to TN about a year and a half ago from Dearborn, Michigan, which is practically the mecca for Middle Eastern folks. Hence it has great Arabic restaurants. We were spoiled and we have become pretty snobby about Arabic food. We had searched high and low for a good middle eastern/Mediterranean restaurant and were highly disappointed with the restaurants we had visited, which claimed to have Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food but really it's mostly Greek. We stumbled upon this place and rejoiced in finally finding our long-lost favorites. They offer a very large variety of the most well-known dishes of middle eastern cuisine. They are extremely delicious and very well priced!!! We had the chicken schwarma and the lamb pita wrap, as well as hummus & baba gnoush , which were all delicious.
(5)Angie A.
Friendly Staff, nice patio. Food was lacking. I ordered a beef/rice and pita platter that was served with hummus and a small Greek salad. The beef was over cooked and dry. Ashamed because it did have good Mediterranean flavor. We also noticed the menu prices on the board are different than that in the menu. We pointed it out and staff member said it was a printing error.
(2)Bret D.
Exceeded my expectations. It does not look like much from the outside. I was expecting your typical Gyro/Kebab fast food atmosphere but this was much nicer. The gyro was served on a rolled pita not a stuffed pocket ans was made only of lamb. It was tasty but a little on the small side. I think I prefer the gyro at Istanbul. Not a bad deal for a combo at $9.00.
(3)Priya A.
Came back after 2 years and still loved their Falafel sandwiches.. The same friendly staff who will customize for you.. will add hot sauces and give you tahini on side if required :) Lentil soup is great for a chilly winter day.. not too spicy, warm, with thin noodles and served with crispy fried pita chip ..
(4)Joy S.
I'm giving this 3 stars because the hummus was good and my husband was fairly satisfied with his meal. Personally, I'm not a fan. The restaurant itself was not very clean, and the staff only acknowledged my husband. Very strange. If you're in the mood for a gyro, check out NY Deli in Brentwood. It's so much better!
(3)Jeannie G.
The thing I miss most about working in Maryland Farms is coming to Mediterranean Cuisine for lunch! I first started going there when they were in a strip mall on Franklin Rd. Since moving to the Ward Circle location, the atmosphere has greatly improved. I LOVE the gated patio that overlooks the pond. It's the most relaxing place to eat lunch. The food is amazing, too. I love the gyro platter and the greek salad is great, too.
(5)Matt D.
Excellent lunch choice. If you have never been here or tried Mediterranean food, do yourself a favor and get a combo plate. My recommendation is the Mediterranean Combo...a little taste of everything and you won't be dissappointed.
(5)John W.
Great lunch spot go early to beat the rush.
(5)Lisette F.
Been here twice. Food is really good. Nice ambience and service.
(4)Marti P.
We walked in 10 minutes before closing, and got treated like royalty! Welcoming, casual environment. Counter orders, but they delivered everything to our table. Ice cold mugs of beer, fresh warm pita, great hummus and falafel. Can't wait to go back!
(5)Keith M.
Some of the best Mediterranean food I've had in a long time! About as authentic as well. I look forward to a return trip to Brentwood just so I can go back , it is that good! I have spent some time working in the eastern Med (Cyprus & Jordan), and really love the local cuisine. I've since been to a lot of Greek and Mediterranean restaurants in the States; many are good, but this place really is one that stands out. I can't wait to go back!
(5)Brad C.
Take a few extra minutes and find this place. It is worth any detour from wherever else you may be headed! Step up to the counter and you will be greeted by a very friendly smiling face who will do what he can to assist you. Questions? Ask! Substitutions? Ask! Very accommodating. We ordered and found a place to sit, moments later the food arrived. We both got the mixed platter -- choice of any three meats plus Greek salad plus homemade hummus plus rice. Lots of good food, authentic Mediterranean (not just Greek) and reasonably priced. A diamond in the rough.
(4)Sharon K.
This unassuming restaurant has really top notch Mediterranean food. The name is pretty generic, but the food is full of flavor and variety. The restaurant is located in the business park on Maryland Way in Brentwood so it does a good deal of business over the lunch hour. They have a full menu and a long list of lunch specials. The lunch specials include tasty dishes such as the veggie platter, which comes with very fresh tabouli salad, smooth creamy hummus, lightly fried falafel, and a large portion of lentil rice. All of this is only six bucks. It's refreshing to have such a flavorful vegetarian meal for so cheap. They also serve lamb, chicken, and beef gyros or platters with tabouli and hummus. The restaurant has a nice outdoor patio that is right next to a huge pond with geese and ducks walking along the shore. So you can get a little nature show while you have a bite to eat. Oh yeah, and they have a nice beer selection.
(4)Jason B.
some of the best mediterrean ive had. i got the gyro plate and it was top notch. you get so much. i think the prices are absolutely fair. grilled veggies over some type of rice. the gyro meat was perfect and you could tell it was also cooked properly and cooked correctly. (ive had tons of gyros in my life). salad and hummus on top of it. baklava was stellar. pita was stellar and didn't taste mass produced like most places. did try the pita chips but they looked home made the service is just as good as the product. i went late on a weekday and they were VERY friendly and very accommodating. JEANS: OK by far ORDER: counter
(5)Becca G.
I come here once a week for lunch since I work on Maryland Farms. I believe that this is the brother store of the Med Cuisine on 21st, but that's about where the comparison ends. The one on 21st...boring. This location, awesome! The owners are Egyptian (I think) and are super friendly. I always get the lamb gyro plate and sub tabouleh for the salad. I'm sure their salad is fine but damn that is some awesome tabouleh. The platter has hummus, warm pita, amazing rice pilaf, tons of gyro meat and roasted onions and tomatoes if you ask for them. The portions are hefty so I split with my bf...but I've polished off many a plate solo as well. I've tried their falafel which is ok (not as good as Kalamata's) and they have some really delicious looking salads for the veg heads. The chicken gyro is good too, but the lamb is where it's at. I like to sit outside and toss pita scraps to the geese that hang out by the pond next door (no worries you are separated by a fence). They also have beer and a tv inside, though every time I've been there it is some Egyptian Idol show or a soccer match. Great food, awesome portions, light on your wallet, and very friendly employees. If you work nearby you owe it to yourself to stop in for a bite!
(4)Benjamin D.
Good, authentic restaurant that may not be instantly obvious. The hummus is great. Great gyros, large servings. You can really taste the freshness in everything.
(4)Priya A.
Came back after 2 years and still loved their Falafel sandwiches.. The same friendly staff who will customize for you.. will add hot sauces and give you tahini on side if required :) Lentil soup is great for a chilly winter day.. not too spicy, warm, with thin noodles and served with crispy fried pita chip ..
(4)Joy S.
I'm giving this 3 stars because the hummus was good and my husband was fairly satisfied with his meal. Personally, I'm not a fan. The restaurant itself was not very clean, and the staff only acknowledged my husband. Very strange. If you're in the mood for a gyro, check out NY Deli in Brentwood. It's so much better!
(3)Paige B.
I've been here a couple times so far, and plan on going back until I've tried basically everything on the menu. The staff is always so friendly, and I receive my to-go order pretty quickly even when it's at peak lunch hour and very busy. I've had the veggie platter as well as the grape leaves, both of which were tasty, but the veggie platter was my favorite. They have a great little patio by a pond and it's always packed - I would love to eat out there one afternoon when I have more time. Overall a great, clean, friendly place with delicious food , reasonable prices, and a nice ambience - I look forward to trying other items on the menu.
(4)Tuan T.
This place simply has great food. I come here often after church because it is close. The price is right and the service is friendly. The combos are pretty good...
(4)H W.
This is our go to place for Friday night takeout. Their tabouli is the best in town, easily. Always tastes fresh, even when I order late on a Friday. Their lamb gyro platter is fantastic and their Greek salad is very tasty. We eat there at least 4 times a month and we love it.
(4)Marti P.
We walked in 10 minutes before closing, and got treated like royalty! Welcoming, casual environment. Counter orders, but they delivered everything to our table. Ice cold mugs of beer, fresh warm pita, great hummus and falafel. Can't wait to go back!
(5)Sharon K.
This unassuming restaurant has really top notch Mediterranean food. The name is pretty generic, but the food is full of flavor and variety. The restaurant is located in the business park on Maryland Way in Brentwood so it does a good deal of business over the lunch hour. They have a full menu and a long list of lunch specials. The lunch specials include tasty dishes such as the veggie platter, which comes with very fresh tabouli salad, smooth creamy hummus, lightly fried falafel, and a large portion of lentil rice. All of this is only six bucks. It's refreshing to have such a flavorful vegetarian meal for so cheap. They also serve lamb, chicken, and beef gyros or platters with tabouli and hummus. The restaurant has a nice outdoor patio that is right next to a huge pond with geese and ducks walking along the shore. So you can get a little nature show while you have a bite to eat. Oh yeah, and they have a nice beer selection.
(4)Paige B.
I've been here a couple times so far, and plan on going back until I've tried basically everything on the menu. The staff is always so friendly, and I receive my to-go order pretty quickly even when it's at peak lunch hour and very busy. I've had the veggie platter as well as the grape leaves, both of which were tasty, but the veggie platter was my favorite. They have a great little patio by a pond and it's always packed - I would love to eat out there one afternoon when I have more time. Overall a great, clean, friendly place with delicious food , reasonable prices, and a nice ambience - I look forward to trying other items on the menu.
(4)Tuan T.
This place simply has great food. I come here often after church because it is close. The price is right and the service is friendly. The combos are pretty good...
(4)Shaun B.
Visited this place for lunch today, I've worked in the area for two years and have somehow never noticed it. Its a little joint in a strip mall of various restaurants and such. You walk in and order at the counter, we were able to walk right up and place our order. I ordered the Gyro platter, it came out promptly, including Lamb, rice, Tabbouleh, Hummus and pita bread. The Tabbouleh was very good, definitely the highlight of the meal. The hummus was pretty good as well, I've definitely had better but as a compliment to a meal I can't complain. The gyro meat itself was pretty uninspiring, it was good, but it kind of had the feel that it had been sitting in a warmer for a little while. The rice was your typical Gyro restaurant rice, nothing more nothing less. The Tzatziki was good, they kind of spice it up a little here, and I always like my gyro's drowning in it. Overall, I was pleased with the meal, the service was great, the employees were smiling, and the restaurant was clean. The food wasn't anything mind blowing, but definitely good enough for a return trip next time I'm in the mood for some Mediterranean fare. Although I'd hope to find a better option in the area, I've tried several places in Brentwood, but they're all about the same as far as quality and price. I would suggest giving it a shot if you're looking for a place like this in the area.
(3)Kris T.
Food was good. Fast service great hummus. Didn't get a five star because sauce for gyro platter and environment were not to the best level.
(4)Justin R.
Some of the best restaurants, are in places you would least likely expect them to be. Thats exactly how I would describe this Mediterranean style cafeteria. You walk in, order at the counter and when your food is ready, they bring it out to you. We arrived about 30 minutes before they were closing, and they were very welcoming, even with our late arrival. My girlfriend and I ordered a falafel platter and a gyro. The gyro was my preferred option, since the falafel was a little dry. I think the falafel would have been delicious if we had been served a fresh batch, and not the bottom of the barrel. Overall I was impressed with this find tucked away in a Brentwood business park.
(3)Jasper T.
Today I was looking for a great place to have lunch and came across some great reviews for Mediterranean Cuisine. So, I thought lets give it a try. It is in a very unusual spot and I thought how could this be a good place. So, skeptical I went and and gave it a try. I am sooooo glad that I did. This was one of the best lunches I've had in a really long time. I had the #5 lunch special which was a Gyro with hummus and a drink. It was less than $10 for this goodness. The lamb meat was perfectly cooked and the hummus was amazing! And I'm kind of a Hummus snob. I can't wait to go back here to have some more amazing Mediterranean food. Oh, and the service was great. The place was packed with people however, they still made me feel right at home and took very good care of me! Love seeing great restaurants likes this!
(5)Allan P.
This was my first time here, and this will become a regular spot for lunch from now on. The lamb was great and the other ingredients were fresh. The service was great too. I highly recommend this place.
(4)Star T.
So good, and the portions are not so dainty, you will be full when you leave. The owner is a great guy, and he cares about his food and making sure you're experience was a great one. Not to mention it's nice in the summer time sitting on the patio having lunch, then afterwards partaking in the Shisha! Good food and Shisha...Whaaaaaaaaaaat!
(4)Jemina B.
OMG this place is fantastic. If you haven't tried it, Go. Now. I'll explain: the food is affordable, the portions are huge, and bottom line - it's all delicious. Met the lovely Kim Y. here for lunch the other day and had the falafel for an appetizer, which came with yummy pita and was served with hummus. I had the gyro platter, which I thought would be an average serving of a few strips of lamb with pita, rice, etc. Oh, no. it was a PLATTER. grilled onions, lamb, tomatoes, rice, tabouli salad, the whole 9 yards. I was in heaven. If you're lunching in the Brentwood area, skip all those lame-ass chain restaurants and get over to Mediterranean Cuisine toute de suite.
(5)Dan A.
Yum! Some of the best Mediterranean food we have had in a good while. The gyro platter & lamb kabobs were killer and the falafel & grape leaves as appetizers were spot on. The place was clean and the food was fast & fresh. As we were looking at the menu, another customer commented that it's all good and you can't go wrong with anything...from what we have tried this tine, it looks like he was right.
(4)Adam V.
Good spot for Mediterranean food! The food is excellent and there is plenty of it. My wife and I tried this spot because of a recommendation I received from a client. He is from Jordan and said that it's his favorite restaurant. I told him about Blue Fig as well (my favorite Mediterranean spot). We really enjoyed everything. They have a small beer selection and plenty of items on the menu. We had the Mediterranean platter. It had lamb and chicken as well as hummus, baba ganoush, rice, and falafel. After eating most of it, we were completely stuffed. It's a dinner for two that is in the $15 range. The service was great and everyone was very friendly. I'm not sure that I would have found the place if I had not been looking for it. However, I'm glad that we made the trip from Franklin. Mediterranean Cuisine is a great spot in the Brentwood area if you want to have a gyro or some of the other delicious foods from that region. They would also make an excellent lunch spot because they are super quick.
(4)Lyrad V.
My husband's client who is from Jordan recommended this place, so we decided to check it out. First off, I'd never known about it otherwise because it's tucked away on a back road in the Maryland Farms area. Since I don't work in this area I hadn't heard about it. My husband and I met up with another friend here on a Saturday before 6 p.m. and the place wasn't busy at all. Most everything in this business park area is calmer on the weekends. The food was excellent. I was excited to see baba ghanoush on the menu, since a lot of Greek restaurants in this area do not serve it. They also serve chicken shawarma which you don't see regularly on Greek menus aw well. My husband and I decided to split the mediterranean platter for $14.99, which was served on two plates and pretty much a sample of everything on the menu! And it all was delicious. The meats were succulent and tender and came out nice and hot. It was plenty of food for two people! The staff was friendly as well. We will definitely be coming back.
(4)Sam H.
Not very busy on a Thursday night at 7 but very good. I had the gyro platter and a falafel appetizer. Humus is excellent as is the lamb. Very large portions, too.
(4)Rachael Anne E.
My favorite Greek place! Lots of delicious food at a low cost. The Greek Platter for lunch is $8.99 (after tax) and it's plenty of lamb, rice, hummus, pita and salad. I get tabbouleh instead of the Greek Salad. They take AMEX.
(5)James R.
Foods really good. The chicken Gyro is really tasty I got the platter. The service is extremely friendly, fast, attentive.
(4)Joann J.
Excellent. Everything we are was excellent. Pastichio and lamb kabob platter. The baklava was amazing...order 2, they're small!
(4)Anna J.
I love this place, best Mediterranean food in town! Portions are huge and flavorful. I always ask for peppers and onions added to my entrees. The mixed platter is delicious, you get a little bit of everything. Salads here are great also. The service is quick. The place is clean and inviting. You can go sit on their patio and watch or feed the geese (give them your leftover pita bread, they give you plenty!).
(5)Jonny W.
Best Mediterranean food in Nashville! Fresh produce, kind staff, clean, nice view. Their salads are great and the gyro is on fleek!
(5)Gary M.
Basically, this restaurant is another miss for my quest to get good, affordable gyros and felafel. Mediterranean Cuisine sits in a small strip mall in northwest Brentwood. It has counter service and the atmosphere is pretty quiet, clean and ordered. The menu is more on the Greek end of the Mediterranean-Middle East spectrum. Service was fast and here is the bottom line. Gyro: Reasonable pita bread, meat with some fresh vegetables. They include some grilled peppers and onions along with olives. Nothing special. Hummus: Good consistency but not very flavorful. Very heavily salted and lemoned. Felafel: Main disappointment. These were obviously cooked well ahead of time and reheated. As a result, they were dry and tough. I cannot recommend this restaurant, even for a quick lunch bite, given the limited items we tried.
(2)Jeff C.
I met two colleagues here for lunch on a Wednesday at noon. It wasn't busy at first, but before long there was a long line, and I know why. The first thing I noticed was the young guy delivering food and busing tables. He had a genuine smile on his face every time I saw him. When he delivered our food, he saw that we had prayed together and said, "God Bless you". After lunch, I wanted a coffee and didn't want to stand in line behind 10 people, so I slipped him a few bucks and he happily brought a cup around. Imagine that at most pre-order style places. Enough about the service. The food was awesome. I consider myself a connoisseur on food in general and Mediterranean in particular. The humus was fantastic-and I am someone who has seen it made from scratch and eaten it fresh. The pita bread was great. The shawarma I had was fabulous, and my two companions consumed their chicken gyro platters so quickly I can only assume they were equally as pleased. The portion sizes are adequate for most gluttons, and the tables are set with flatware, napkins and menus, so you can grab a seat and figure out your order before getting in line. Three of us ordered platters, drinks and had a large plate of hummus for $37, so it's a good value. If I had known beforehand my colleague was paying, I might have eaten even more. Give this place a try.
(5)Laura H.
Mediterranean Cuisine always serves delicious, fresh Mediterranean food. Recognized by dieticians and nutrition experts as the most healthy and balanced diet, it is nice to have a place offering a variety of wonderful, healthy options in Maryland Farms. I love their platters that come with lamb (or your choice of meat), the BEST rice and fresh Greek salad. On this particular visit, I had the Greek entree-sized salad along with baba ganough and pita. The Greek salad consists of lettuce, diced cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese, olives and sliced banana peppers with a Greek vinaigrette dressing. While I liked the baba ganough (first time trying it here), I will likely stick to their hummus in the future. Mediterranean Cuisine is wonderful for catering business lunches in the Brentwood area. Last fall, I had a team meeting and used them. I have a couple people on my team from the Mediterranean region, and they thought the food was authentic and delicious. They are also very reasonably priced, with lunches ranging from $5-$9 a person and offer plenty of vegetarian options. So forget that bland, boxed sandwich lunch for your meeting and go for variety! They are typically very busy during lunch, but don't leave if you see a long line waiting to order. The line moves very quickly, and there is usually plenty of seating inside and outside with tables turning over frequently. Also, for my order this week, I used the Eat24 Yelp app for the first time. I dug it! Very easy to place my order and pay for it, knowing I had a tight timeline between meetings and needed to be able to just run over and pick up my order without spending time in line. I'll be using this app more in the future!
(4)Salman S.
It is very rare to find a place that has maintained its standard in the quality department. Have been here a number of times and it just always tastes the same, like it did the first time. You cannot go wrong with any of their platters or just go for it all and get a mixed platter. The gyro is great and mouth watering. Prices are reasonable and the food hits the spot. The staff is courteous and will go the extra mile to make sure the food is to ur liking.
(5)Dan Z.
Trusted my fellow Yelpers on this one! The best baba ganough I've ever had! I always try to order lamb, and again very good! The size of everything was huge, too much to eat in one sitting and I'm a big boy!!!
(4)Alex E.
In Nashville for the week and I am so sad to leave this place behind! It's some of the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. They had great options for vegetarians/vegans, I recommend the veggie platter. It was so delicious! The staff is very polite and friendly and the prices were reasonable. I can't wait to be back!
(5)Danny N.
I was looking for a Mediterranean place for lunch in the Brentwood area and looked for a good online recommendation. We got there at 11:15 right before the lunch crowd. It did get crowded which helps to ensure good food for a place with an average outside appearance. I got the combo plate. The chicken was better than most competitors. The portion was perfect as it was big but not too big.
(5)Meg P.
The food is always good here. Portion sizes are huge. You will love to see the ducks hanging around while you are having your lunch. Their pita bread and hummus is very tasty. I always have left overs to take home from my meal. It is a nice place to sit and eat but, nowadays it is too crowded so plan for a to go. All items are fair priced. However, their desserts are costly.
(4)Andy H.
$9 for A LOT of awesome lamb and fixings on the gyro platter, and a drink. Staff is super friendly and efficient. You can be in and out in 20 minutes at lunch time with a full belly. Baklava and Cookies are also excellent!
(5)Giggy P.
Always delicious, fast and a great price. The guy who runs the place is very personable and always there. I've been going there since it opened and have never had a bad experience. The shawarma chicken and steak are my favorites. Everything is delicious. Don't forget the baklava.
(5)Lisa B.
I'm definitely a fan of this place. It's not really near work or home for me at the moment, but it's worth the drive. Especially on days when I just need a long lunch. I'm pretty loyal to my usual falafel appetizer and gyro platter, so I can't tell you about much else, but what I do know I love. The platter won't disappoint, it's big and it's full of awesome. It's not a place to go for atmosphere, but the food is excellent, the service is fast and it's in the budget. Those are the things that count, right? Boom.
(4)Laurie E.
Good Lebanese food grape leaves were very good they are warm now I'm Lebanese and this is good but should be serve with olive oil on table also to much oregano and I can't taste the slight hint of cinnamon which is in most grape leaves made from Lebanese but I have eaten at the best in mn they have a Lebanese community otherwise I would say fabulous but less oregano ohhh it had ground beef in it so if your a vegetarian don't choose this but I degrees the falafel is fabulous yes fabulous ! Nice kind people tabouli looked great and my husband said the lamb was perfect succulent not tough cooking lamb is a delicate sitch and he said these guy blow it out of the park ! He would share he said sorrry to good so go for the lamb shish kebobs !
(4)Lisette F.
Been here twice. Food is really good. Nice ambience and service.
(4)Christine J.
Really surprisingly good! My husband and I went here after looking at reviews on yelp. The atmosphere is very casual: you pay and order at the counter and your food is brought to you. They have some beers available :). We ordered the Mediterranean Combo and it is definitely enough for two ppl (and we have good appetites). For sure a great deal, ~$15 for two dinners! You would spend the same amount at a fast food place!!! But this is sooooo good.
(4)Angelia C.
Delicious, cheap Mediterranean food fast! We ordered, got our drinks and didn't even have a chance to get our kids into their high chairs before we had fresh, hot Greek food on the table. The platters are almost big enough to share and only $8-$9. Gyro there is the best I've had. :) Baklava was amazing!! Could have eaten about 10 more pieces. You have to look for it or you will miss it. It's tucked away into a small strip mall by the pond. Overall, one of the best Mediterranean places we've been. :)
(5)Abby R.
I go to this place quite often. Today I was thoroughly disappointed because my pita bread was hard as a rock. I have had much better from this restaurant and I'm quite disappointed. Please make sure you have fresh bread in the future, and don't serve, hard, stale bread! It's awful!!
(2)Faith W.
We loved this place! This was our first time here and it was all delicious. I got the lamb gyro pocket which comes alone but was delicious and plenty filling, my husband got the gyro platter which was delicious and a very large portion, our 3-year-old had the kids gyro platter which was also a large portion (I probably could have split it with her), and we had a small hummus which had plenty of warm pita pieces. We also shared one serving of baklava which was delicious. Also our food came out very quickly. This was probably because we were one of 3 other tables on a late Sunday afternoon, but sometimes slow business means food takes even longer or isn't fresh or good. Definitely not the case here. They are also located right beside a large pond with lots of geese and ducks and a large patio (at least the geese were there today in August). It was great and the kids (and my husband and I) loved tossing crumbs to the geese through the fence. The inside was nice too, but they had the football game on and we didn't prefer that as background noise. :) Very friendly guys working with great service and timely clean up. Great place! We'll definitely be back.
(5)Jennifer C.
I work in Brentwood and this is my go-to when I'm in the mood for comfort food for lunch. If you don't like anything heavy, there are plenty of healthier options and, in my opinion, the best hummus ever. The guys that run the place are very friendly...and they hustle! Fantastic service. In the nicer months, you can sit out on the patio by the pond. There are ducks & geese who will come right up to you. I've even seen the guys give pita bread to some kids so they could go feed them. Awesome place!
(5)Ali A.
Today's visit to Mediterranean Cuisine was beyond a disappointment. My wife who is in a wheelchair and I have a service dog that we took with us. Immediately when we walked in the Cook and another gentleman came up to us and in very harsh voices told us that our dog is not allowed and we have to take her out to the patio immediately. Even though we planned on eating out there anyways because it was a nice day we still needed to order our food. I politely explained that she is a service dog and even pointed out the patches on her vest she always wears when we take her places. They then told us she is scaring customers. At this point the couple behind us said that she is not scaring them and she is a well trained service dog. I calmly told him that under ADA law she is not allowed to be denied access but he still did not comply and asked us to either leave or take her outside. Not only did we leave but so did the other couple without ordering and it got the attention of the entire restaurant. I hope the owners are looking at these reviews because here is the ADA Law (Americans with Disabilities Act) pertaining to service dogs. ada.gov/service_animals_…
(1)Will M.
Located in the affluent suburb of Nashville, this well kept secret is the best greekfood in town. If it is your first time, try the gyro platter. Sliced lamb was browned before service, placed on top of rice, alongside salad, pita bread and hummus. It is healthy, and delicious. The atmosphere is decent.
(4)Marcus P.
Don't let the downplayed appearance of this place fool you into not going; the food here speaks for itself. I work close by and have been coming here regularly. The food is always fresh, the prices are more than reasonable, and the portions are outstanding. Even during the busy periods, the staff here is always on the ball and efficient. The outdoor patio next to the pond is icing on the cake. When I am having a stressful day at the office, this is my happy place.
(5)Jennifer G.
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(5)John W.
Great lunch spot go early to beat the rush.
(5)Teal S.
I'm a paraplegic and use a wheelchair. I also have a service dog that helps me get around. I tried to have lunch today at Mediterranean Cuisine and as soon as my husband, my service dog and I entered the restaurant we were told to leave by two staff members because they didn't allow dogs. I explained that she's a trained service dog (she had her service dog vest on and everything) and still they said that we couldn't be in there and then told us that we could scare the other customers. I take my service dog everywhere (I even fly on planes with her). She's highly trained, has a wonderful temperament, and I've never once had a complaint. Until now. Mediterranean Cuisine made me feel humiliated. I've seriously never felt so discriminated against. Two other patrons (we didn't know them) that had entered the restaurant right behind us heard the whole ordeal and actually stood up for us trying to explain to the employees that she's a service dog. These patrons actually left, refusing to eat there, because we had been denied. It's against the law (Americans with Disabilities Act) to deny service to someone with a service dog and I'm looking into what actions we can take to make sure the restaurant learns that they can't treat people with disabilities like this in the future.
(1)Samantha Y.
I LOVE this place. First off, let me say that I love Greek & Mediterranean food & eat it very often. I come here a couple times a month now.. I would recommend the gyro, chicken platter (which comes with hummus, rice, Greek salad, pita bread), & the hummus. The hummus is absolutely delicious! Also, the staff is really friendly & always have my to go order out quickly! I've never sat down to eat but it's pretty nice inside.
(5)Lyndsay K.
An explosion of flavor in my mouth! While the name doesn't do this place justice, the simplicity can be appreciated. Don't let the name or the odd location deter you, though. This place is the real deal. I was greeted so warmly by the gentleman behind the counter, so I asked him what he recommended. Less than 5 minutes later I had the most amazing lamb gyro platter with salad, hummus, pita and tabbouleh for $7.49. It usually comes with rice, but I don't do rice and he didn't hesitate to offer a substitution. That made me happy. Wish I'd had a chance to try the falafel before leaving town. I wish even more that I could go there right now.
(5)Kim Y.
Man, this place has got to be the best kept secret in metro nashville. Its always pretty busy, but for the cost/quality ratio there should be pancake pantry level lines shooting out the door of this unassuming (and not even properly named, for crisssakes!) little turkish/greek joint in a mini-strip mall behind the Maryland Farms YMCA. Last night I ate at Anatolia for a friends birthday, its a proper sit-down restaurant with great Yelp praise. Then today - I forgot I told a friend I'd take her to the wonders of Mediterranean Cuisine for lunch, so basically I had them back to back - I gotta say; it was about $6 cheaper and...well, better! Yeah, you order at a counter and they bring you your food, but its crazy fast, they offer real silverware and the food is so fresh and well done. The decor is actually well done for a tiny strip mall place and they even have a cute goose pond to boot. The owners and workers are very friendly and happily go with requests for substitutions and add ons. So, I must say though - I am pretty sure the pita bread is store bought, but they offer white and wheat and its always served warm and fluffy, so its not too big of a drawback. Still 5 stars from me. Best Tabbouli in town and amazing lamb and falafel. Very veggie friendly!
(5)Lyndi S.
Finally, a more insightful view of Mediterranean food. Everything here was authentic and tasty, and yay for that, because this place is definitely a hidden gem! Unfortunately, we came here around closing time, and witnessed our bottom of the barrel service and slightly less-than-fresh food options. It also lacked a lot of excitement since we were the only ones in there, other than staff, who was cleaning up around us. The pita and hummus were delicious. The falafel was perfectly flavored, although was just a tad bit dried out, probably because it wasn't freshly made. I'd definitely give this place another shot, since the other reviews seem pretty awesome!
(3)Hart P.
We ate dinner, but the busy time is lunch. We enjoy the variety of Greek dishes and the addition of some of the less well known foods.
(4)Brad C.
Take a few extra minutes and find this place. It is worth any detour from wherever else you may be headed! Step up to the counter and you will be greeted by a very friendly smiling face who will do what he can to assist you. Questions? Ask! Substitutions? Ask! Very accommodating. We ordered and found a place to sit, moments later the food arrived. We both got the mixed platter -- choice of any three meats plus Greek salad plus homemade hummus plus rice. Lots of good food, authentic Mediterranean (not just Greek) and reasonably priced. A diamond in the rough.
(4)Jason B.
some of the best mediterrean ive had. i got the gyro plate and it was top notch. you get so much. i think the prices are absolutely fair. grilled veggies over some type of rice. the gyro meat was perfect and you could tell it was also cooked properly and cooked correctly. (ive had tons of gyros in my life). salad and hummus on top of it. baklava was stellar. pita was stellar and didn't taste mass produced like most places. did try the pita chips but they looked home made the service is just as good as the product. i went late on a weekday and they were VERY friendly and very accommodating. JEANS: OK by far ORDER: counter
(5)Benjamin D.
Good, authentic restaurant that may not be instantly obvious. The hummus is great. Great gyros, large servings. You can really taste the freshness in everything.
(4)Marti P.
We walked in 10 minutes before closing, and got treated like royalty! Welcoming, casual environment. Counter orders, but they delivered everything to our table. Ice cold mugs of beer, fresh warm pita, great hummus and falafel. Can't wait to go back!
(5)John M.
This is my go to spot for Greek food in Brentwood. I typically get the same thing which is the gyro platter. For the price, they give you a mammoth platter of food loaded with flavorful meat, rice, choice of salad (greek or tabouli), hummus and pita. You can ask to get your hummus spicy, and they will also top your meat with a delicious sauce and griled onions and tomatoes. Whether you decide to dine in (their patio is great during the spring time) or get it to go, Mediterranean Cuisine is a quality restaurant option in the Brentwood area.
(4)Sanky S.
The husband & I moved to TN about a year and a half ago from Dearborn, Michigan, which is practically the mecca for Middle Eastern folks. Hence it has great Arabic restaurants. We were spoiled and we have become pretty snobby about Arabic food. We had searched high and low for a good middle eastern/Mediterranean restaurant and were highly disappointed with the restaurants we had visited, which claimed to have Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food but really it's mostly Greek. We stumbled upon this place and rejoiced in finally finding our long-lost favorites. They offer a very large variety of the most well-known dishes of middle eastern cuisine. They are extremely delicious and very well priced!!! We had the chicken schwarma and the lamb pita wrap, as well as hummus & baba gnoush , which were all delicious.
(5)Sharon K.
This unassuming restaurant has really top notch Mediterranean food. The name is pretty generic, but the food is full of flavor and variety. The restaurant is located in the business park on Maryland Way in Brentwood so it does a good deal of business over the lunch hour. They have a full menu and a long list of lunch specials. The lunch specials include tasty dishes such as the veggie platter, which comes with very fresh tabouli salad, smooth creamy hummus, lightly fried falafel, and a large portion of lentil rice. All of this is only six bucks. It's refreshing to have such a flavorful vegetarian meal for so cheap. They also serve lamb, chicken, and beef gyros or platters with tabouli and hummus. The restaurant has a nice outdoor patio that is right next to a huge pond with geese and ducks walking along the shore. So you can get a little nature show while you have a bite to eat. Oh yeah, and they have a nice beer selection.
(4)Becca G.
I come here once a week for lunch since I work on Maryland Farms. I believe that this is the brother store of the Med Cuisine on 21st, but that's about where the comparison ends. The one on 21st...boring. This location, awesome! The owners are Egyptian (I think) and are super friendly. I always get the lamb gyro plate and sub tabouleh for the salad. I'm sure their salad is fine but damn that is some awesome tabouleh. The platter has hummus, warm pita, amazing rice pilaf, tons of gyro meat and roasted onions and tomatoes if you ask for them. The portions are hefty so I split with my bf...but I've polished off many a plate solo as well. I've tried their falafel which is ok (not as good as Kalamata's) and they have some really delicious looking salads for the veg heads. The chicken gyro is good too, but the lamb is where it's at. I like to sit outside and toss pita scraps to the geese that hang out by the pond next door (no worries you are separated by a fence). They also have beer and a tv inside, though every time I've been there it is some Egyptian Idol show or a soccer match. Great food, awesome portions, light on your wallet, and very friendly employees. If you work nearby you owe it to yourself to stop in for a bite!
(4)Shannon W.
I have been on a search for good Greek food since I moved here a year ago. I tried this place on a whim not realizing how close it was to me. OMG - so fabulous. The service was incredibly fast and friendly. I ordered the lamb kabob and an order of spinach pie. Not just a small wedge of pie but a square the size of my hand. Hot and delicious. The lamb was perfectly seasoned and cooked. Served on a bed of yellow rice along with salad and hummus. I must say, I am not a fan of hummus, but I ate all of it. So wonderful. This place might be a little off the beaten path but is completely worth it.
(5)Phillip P.
This is one of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants in Nashville. The prices are very reasonable and the food good. I highly recommend this place.
(4)Angie A.
Friendly Staff, nice patio. Food was lacking. I ordered a beef/rice and pita platter that was served with hummus and a small Greek salad. The beef was over cooked and dry. Ashamed because it did have good Mediterranean flavor. We also noticed the menu prices on the board are different than that in the menu. We pointed it out and staff member said it was a printing error.
(2)Bret D.
Exceeded my expectations. It does not look like much from the outside. I was expecting your typical Gyro/Kebab fast food atmosphere but this was much nicer. The gyro was served on a rolled pita not a stuffed pocket ans was made only of lamb. It was tasty but a little on the small side. I think I prefer the gyro at Istanbul. Not a bad deal for a combo at $9.00.
(3)Priya A.
Came back after 2 years and still loved their Falafel sandwiches.. The same friendly staff who will customize for you.. will add hot sauces and give you tahini on side if required :) Lentil soup is great for a chilly winter day.. not too spicy, warm, with thin noodles and served with crispy fried pita chip ..
(4)Joy S.
I'm giving this 3 stars because the hummus was good and my husband was fairly satisfied with his meal. Personally, I'm not a fan. The restaurant itself was not very clean, and the staff only acknowledged my husband. Very strange. If you're in the mood for a gyro, check out NY Deli in Brentwood. It's so much better!
(3)Jeannie G.
The thing I miss most about working in Maryland Farms is coming to Mediterranean Cuisine for lunch! I first started going there when they were in a strip mall on Franklin Rd. Since moving to the Ward Circle location, the atmosphere has greatly improved. I LOVE the gated patio that overlooks the pond. It's the most relaxing place to eat lunch. The food is amazing, too. I love the gyro platter and the greek salad is great, too.
(5)Matt D.
Excellent lunch choice. If you have never been here or tried Mediterranean food, do yourself a favor and get a combo plate. My recommendation is the Mediterranean Combo...a little taste of everything and you won't be dissappointed.
(5)Matt Y.
Soooooo happy we found this place!! The first time my wife and I went here, we couldn't believe how good it was. Super friendly service and awesome food. It is now on our regular rotation.
(5)Keith M.
Some of the best Mediterranean food I've had in a long time! About as authentic as well. I look forward to a return trip to Brentwood just so I can go back , it is that good! I have spent some time working in the eastern Med (Cyprus & Jordan), and really love the local cuisine. I've since been to a lot of Greek and Mediterranean restaurants in the States; many are good, but this place really is one that stands out. I can't wait to go back!
(5)Charles A.
The hunt for the best falafels may have just ended with the falafel platter at Mediterranean Cuisine. As a vegetarian, one of my favorite meals is a falafel platter, which usually includes rice, salad, hummus, and pita. This platter was no different, but what this one did better than any dish that I have had was the grilled onions and tomatoes on top of the falafels and rice. The falafels were good, not great, the best falafels in my mind goes to Sam's Kabob Gyros, which is just down the street. But the entire combination of rice, grilled veggies, falafels, hummus, pita, and salad was top notch.The meal was excellent and it was $7.99, which to me is a great bargain. Aside from falafels, I normally judge a middle eastern style restaurant by their hummus and pita bread. Their bread tasted more like greek pita bread, which is used for gyros. It is not the right combination with a good hummus and does not compare to other restaurants, which are more like traditional pita bread. (The best pita is from Tarboush in Murfreesboro. It is homemade and still piping hot and filled with air from being fresh out of the oven.)
(4)Van H.
We have been eating at Mediterranean Cuisine for about 9 years - we usually visit about 2 times per month. We have found that it really is the best middle eastern food in the Nashville area. The food is very reasonably priced - most items are under 10.00 and the most expensive item, a platter of food for two people is about 13.00. The portions are very good sized for the cost. And all the food is made in house, the stuffed grape leaves are awesome and the falafels are great as well. The location is somewhat off the beaten path, they are located in Maryland Farms off of Ward Circle. They have a nice outdoor seating area - weather permitting, and ample indoor seating. The are open 7 days per week and the owner is very nice and will make sure everything is to your liking.
(5)matt c.
Great "quick dining" mediterranean food, of the Egyptian origin but attempts a pan-Med cuisine. Beautiful location hidden in Maryland farms, by a large pond. In the spring or fall it is recommended to sit on the patio. Indoors, many small tables await local regulars and businessmen. A television indoors regularly shows international soccer matches, or else, off season, news or entertaining Egyptian programming. The rice is flavorful and moist, with vermicelli (and lentils, on vegetarian platters). If you ask for everything on the veggie plate, they will put grilled onions and other good things on top. Fettoush is great and preferable to the other salad. Falafel are usually served with a little sauce on them. The lamb gyro is good. Cucumber sauce (tzatziki) is good. Pita on platters comes toasty (with a slight floury touch) and cut in quarters in a basket. You can get more if you ask. They are also very quick to fix any mistake in your order. Desserts include baklava and an intriguing tapioca.
(4)Nathan J.
Found this place through Yelp and it is a gem. I had the shawarma beef platter and my wife had the falafel. Both tasted fantastic and service was quick. I wish there was something like near where I live.
(5)Paige B.
I've been here a couple times so far, and plan on going back until I've tried basically everything on the menu. The staff is always so friendly, and I receive my to-go order pretty quickly even when it's at peak lunch hour and very busy. I've had the veggie platter as well as the grape leaves, both of which were tasty, but the veggie platter was my favorite. They have a great little patio by a pond and it's always packed - I would love to eat out there one afternoon when I have more time. Overall a great, clean, friendly place with delicious food , reasonable prices, and a nice ambience - I look forward to trying other items on the menu.
(4)Tuan T.
This place simply has great food. I come here often after church because it is close. The price is right and the service is friendly. The combos are pretty good...
(4)H W.
This is our go to place for Friday night takeout. Their tabouli is the best in town, easily. Always tastes fresh, even when I order late on a Friday. Their lamb gyro platter is fantastic and their Greek salad is very tasty. We eat there at least 4 times a month and we love it.
(4)H W.
This is our go to place for Friday night takeout. Their tabouli is the best in town, easily. Always tastes fresh, even when I order late on a Friday. Their lamb gyro platter is fantastic and their Greek salad is very tasty. We eat there at least 4 times a month and we love it.
(4)Charles A.
The hunt for the best falafels may have just ended with the falafel platter at Mediterranean Cuisine. As a vegetarian, one of my favorite meals is a falafel platter, which usually includes rice, salad, hummus, and pita. This platter was no different, but what this one did better than any dish that I have had was the grilled onions and tomatoes on top of the falafels and rice. The falafels were good, not great, the best falafels in my mind goes to Sam's Kabob Gyros, which is just down the street. But the entire combination of rice, grilled veggies, falafels, hummus, pita, and salad was top notch.The meal was excellent and it was $7.99, which to me is a great bargain. Aside from falafels, I normally judge a middle eastern style restaurant by their hummus and pita bread. Their bread tasted more like greek pita bread, which is used for gyros. It is not the right combination with a good hummus and does not compare to other restaurants, which are more like traditional pita bread. (The best pita is from Tarboush in Murfreesboro. It is homemade and still piping hot and filled with air from being fresh out of the oven.)
(4)Van H.
We have been eating at Mediterranean Cuisine for about 9 years - we usually visit about 2 times per month. We have found that it really is the best middle eastern food in the Nashville area. The food is very reasonably priced - most items are under 10.00 and the most expensive item, a platter of food for two people is about 13.00. The portions are very good sized for the cost. And all the food is made in house, the stuffed grape leaves are awesome and the falafels are great as well. The location is somewhat off the beaten path, they are located in Maryland Farms off of Ward Circle. They have a nice outdoor seating area - weather permitting, and ample indoor seating. The are open 7 days per week and the owner is very nice and will make sure everything is to your liking.
(5)matt c.
Great "quick dining" mediterranean food, of the Egyptian origin but attempts a pan-Med cuisine. Beautiful location hidden in Maryland farms, by a large pond. In the spring or fall it is recommended to sit on the patio. Indoors, many small tables await local regulars and businessmen. A television indoors regularly shows international soccer matches, or else, off season, news or entertaining Egyptian programming. The rice is flavorful and moist, with vermicelli (and lentils, on vegetarian platters). If you ask for everything on the veggie plate, they will put grilled onions and other good things on top. Fettoush is great and preferable to the other salad. Falafel are usually served with a little sauce on them. The lamb gyro is good. Cucumber sauce (tzatziki) is good. Pita on platters comes toasty (with a slight floury touch) and cut in quarters in a basket. You can get more if you ask. They are also very quick to fix any mistake in your order. Desserts include baklava and an intriguing tapioca.
(4)Nathan J.
Found this place through Yelp and it is a gem. I had the shawarma beef platter and my wife had the falafel. Both tasted fantastic and service was quick. I wish there was something like near where I live.
(5)Becca G.
I come here once a week for lunch since I work on Maryland Farms. I believe that this is the brother store of the Med Cuisine on 21st, but that's about where the comparison ends. The one on 21st...boring. This location, awesome! The owners are Egyptian (I think) and are super friendly. I always get the lamb gyro plate and sub tabouleh for the salad. I'm sure their salad is fine but damn that is some awesome tabouleh. The platter has hummus, warm pita, amazing rice pilaf, tons of gyro meat and roasted onions and tomatoes if you ask for them. The portions are hefty so I split with my bf...but I've polished off many a plate solo as well. I've tried their falafel which is ok (not as good as Kalamata's) and they have some really delicious looking salads for the veg heads. The chicken gyro is good too, but the lamb is where it's at. I like to sit outside and toss pita scraps to the geese that hang out by the pond next door (no worries you are separated by a fence). They also have beer and a tv inside, though every time I've been there it is some Egyptian Idol show or a soccer match. Great food, awesome portions, light on your wallet, and very friendly employees. If you work nearby you owe it to yourself to stop in for a bite!
(4)Shannon W.
I have been on a search for good Greek food since I moved here a year ago. I tried this place on a whim not realizing how close it was to me. OMG - so fabulous. The service was incredibly fast and friendly. I ordered the lamb kabob and an order of spinach pie. Not just a small wedge of pie but a square the size of my hand. Hot and delicious. The lamb was perfectly seasoned and cooked. Served on a bed of yellow rice along with salad and hummus. I must say, I am not a fan of hummus, but I ate all of it. So wonderful. This place might be a little off the beaten path but is completely worth it.
(5)Phillip P.
This is one of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants in Nashville. The prices are very reasonable and the food good. I highly recommend this place.
(4)Matt Y.
Soooooo happy we found this place!! The first time my wife and I went here, we couldn't believe how good it was. Super friendly service and awesome food. It is now on our regular rotation.
(5)Keith M.
Some of the best Mediterranean food I've had in a long time! About as authentic as well. I look forward to a return trip to Brentwood just so I can go back , it is that good! I have spent some time working in the eastern Med (Cyprus & Jordan), and really love the local cuisine. I've since been to a lot of Greek and Mediterranean restaurants in the States; many are good, but this place really is one that stands out. I can't wait to go back!
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