Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Uptown & Andersonville (60640)
8 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Middle East Bakery & Grocery
Bakery + grocery + grill counter that turns errands into dinner.
Notable Picks
8.5
A bakery-and-market with a serious prepared-food counter that’s built for savory pies, shawarma, and mezze you can eat immediately or take home for later. The best visits feel like two stops in one: a hot wrap or plate first, then a box of pastries and pantry goods to extend the win.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shawafel wrap, Savory spinach pie, Baklava
What makes it special: Bakery + grocery + grill counter that turns errands into dinner.
8.4
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A takeout-first Lebanese counter where the play is fast, filling plates built on garlic-heavy sauces, grilled meats, and sturdy sides that travel well. It’s best when you order like a regular: one shawarma anchor, one dip, and something crunchy for contrast.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken shawarma sandwich, Hummus, Lentil soup
What makes it special: Big-flavor Lebanese takeout built around shawarma and dips.
8.3
A long-running Andersonville Mediterranean room that rewards a share-the-table order: dips first, then a couple of hot plates that keep the meal moving. It’s a dependable sit-down pick when you want familiar flavors done with steady execution rather than trend-chasing twists.
Must-Try Dishes:
Combination dip sampler, Burek (meat-stuffed pastry), Saganaki
What makes it special: A shareable mezze-and-hot-plates Mediterranean menu with staying power.
#4
Fiya
8.3
A modern Middle Eastern/Israeli-leaning kitchen where the move is to build the meal around hummus-and-pita and one larger centerpiece, then stop before it turns into a crowded table. The food lands best when you let the spice blends and sauces do the work—bright, savory, and designed for sharing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hummus (Original or Shawarma), Shakshuka, Khachapuri
What makes it special: Modern Middle Eastern cooking anchored by hummus, pita, and bold mains.
#5
Ragadan
8.2
An Uptown counter that treats falafel like the main event, with Jordanian flavors and a menu designed for quick, high-satisfaction meals. The smartest order is one sandwich that shows off the texture—crisp outside, soft middle—plus one sweet closer if you’ve got room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Falafel sandwich, Labneh egg salad sandwich, Baklava milkshake
What makes it special: Falafel-first Jordanian cooking with a fast, modern counter rhythm.
8.1
A casual Greek grill built for straightforward, repeatable orders—gyros, plates, and sides that hit hardest when you keep it classic. It’s a reliable neighborhood stop when you want hot-off-the-grill satisfaction without turning it into a whole production.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gyro plate, Greek salad, Loukoumades
What makes it special: No-drama Greek grill that keeps gyros and plates dependable.
Worthy Picks
7.8
A newer Uptown Turkish spot focused on doner, pide, and soup-and-plate comfort that’s best when you order one shaved-meat centerpiece and one supporting side. It’s a strong option for a hot, satisfying meal that doesn’t require planning—just show up hungry and keep it simple.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef doner wrap, Pide, Lentil soup
What makes it special: Doner-and-pide Turkish menu with a new-neighborhood energy.
#8
Mr. Shawarma
7.7
Vibes:
Hidden Gems Heaven
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A low-key Uptown shawarma shop built for straightforward sandwiches and plates that hit hardest when you stick to the classics. It’s a practical neighborhood move: fast pickup, familiar flavors, and portions that make lunch and leftovers easy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Falafel sandwich, Beef shawarma sandwich, Lentil soup
What makes it special: Classic shawarma-and-falafel shop that keeps takeout simple and steady.