Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Williamsburg
8 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Meraki Greek Bistro
Sun-drenched Greek taverna vibes with big portions and a backyard patio.
Notable Picks
8.6
Meraki Greek Bistro brings a white-and-blue island aesthetic and generous Greek cooking to Grand Street, with platters, grilled seafood, and meze built for sharing. Portions are substantial and the menu leans classic—think souvlaki, gyro platters, and village salads—backed by friendly, attentive service. The enclosed back patio gives it extra appeal for small celebrations and laid-back date nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Poikilia mixed grill platter, Calamari and gyro platter, Complimentary house baklava
What Makes it Special: Sun-drenched Greek taverna vibes with big portions and a backyard patio.
#2
Cafe Mogador
8.5
The Williamsburg outpost of this long-running Moroccan café has become a default choice for vegetarians thanks to its halloumi eggs, shakshuka, mezze platters, and couscous bowls with easy meat-free configurations. The room runs lively from brunch through late dinner, with a leafy garden area and a menu that balances omnivore staples with genuinely strong plant-forward plates. High review volume over more than a decade means the vegetarian side of the menu is well tested and dependable.
Must-Try Dishes:
Halloumi Eggs Breakfast, Moroccan Eggs with Feta, Falafel Sandwich with Mezze
What Makes it Special: A Moroccan institution where vegetarian-friendly brunch plates and mezze have been dialed in over years of service.
8.4
Lighthouse BK is a farm-to-table Mediterranean restaurant and bar that leans into seasonal vegetables, sustainable seafood, and a serious natural wine list. The space feels casual but grown-up, with a lively bar, communal energy, and plates built for sharing rather than rigid coursing. It’s the kind of place locals use interchangeably for dates, small celebrations, and a glass of wine plus a couple of bright, produce-forward dishes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whole grilled fish with lemon and herbs, Roasted seasonal vegetables with labneh, Lamb ribs with spiced yogurt
What Makes it Special: Sustainably minded Mediterranean cooking with strong cocktails and natural wines.
#4
Mesiba
8.3
Mesiba, inside the Moxy Williamsburg, serves modern Levantine dishes and cocktails in a dim, high-energy dining room that leans more toward party than quiet date. The menu riffs on Middle Eastern flavors with shareable plates and breads that pair naturally with the bar’s drinks. It’s as much about the scene and soundtrack as the food, making it a go-to for pre-going-out dinners and celebratory nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wood-fired pita with spreads, Charred eggplant with tahini and herbs, Slow-braised lamb with spices
What Makes it Special: High-energy Levantine restaurant in the Moxy with cocktails and share plates.
#5
Psaraki
8.3
Waterfront Greek restaurant at 420 Kent where whole grilled fish, seafood towers, and family-style mezze bring a modern taverna feel to the South Williamsburg shoreline. Floor-to-ceiling windows and a spacious terrace frame bridge and skyline views that match the menu’s Mediterranean lean.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whole grilled branzino with ladolemono, Lobster pasta, Kritharoto seafood orzo
What Makes it Special: Greek seaside-taverna cooking translated to a Brooklyn waterfront dining room with serious views.
#6
K'Far
8.2
Israeli bakery-cafe in The Hoxton’s lobby where kubaneh, Jerusalem bagels, and elaborate brunch plates lean Mediterranean but feel distinctly Tel Aviv. The glassy atrium and pastry counter make it as suited to a solo coffee as to a lingering weekend breakfast.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pistachio sticky bun, Jerusalem bagel with smoked salmon, Pita French toast
What Makes it Special: Israeli bakery-cafe where pastries and brunch plates feel more like a destination than a standard hotel restaurant.
#7
Oasis
8.2
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Counter-service Middle Eastern spot by the Bedford Avenue station turning out falafel, shawarma, and salads at notably soft pricing. Lines move quickly, portions are generous, and most people treat it as a reliable stop before or after a night out on Bedford.
Must-Try Dishes:
Falafel pita sandwich, Chicken shawarma platter, Hummus with toppings and warm pita
What Makes it Special: Fast, inexpensive falafel and shawarma that have anchored Bedford Avenue’s Middle Eastern cravings for years.
Worthy Picks
7.6
Williamsburg branch of the downtown cafe blending American comfort with Mediterranean and Israeli touches in a bright, tightly packed room. It’s used primarily for brunch and casual dinners built around shakshuka, grilled chicken, and salads rather than long, drawn-out meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Green shakshuka, Peri-peri chicken, Rosewater waffles
What Makes it Special: Lively Mediterranean-inflected cafe where brunch classics get Israeli flourishes and the room stays bright and social.