Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Castro
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Beit Rima
Levantine-style fries with tangy sumac and toum.
Notable Picks
#1
Beit Rima
8.4
Arabic comfort-food favorite where ‘Arabic fries’ bring crisp edges, sumac, and toum for a bright, garlicky bite. Casual service and a loyal following make it a Duboce Triangle staple for fry lovers who want something different.
Must-Try Dishes:
Arabic fries with toum & sumac, Hummus with fries for dipping, Chicken shawarma plate + fries
What Makes it Special: Levantine-style fries with tangy sumac and toum.
8.1
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
Long-running Levantine café serving fillo specialties, kebabs, and salads in a relaxed corner dining room. It’s the dependable pick for shareable plates before a show or an easy neighborhood lunch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Cilicia, Spinach Fillo, Hummos & Pita
What Makes it Special: Beloved neighborhood standby known for savory fillo pies and mezze.
Worthy Picks
7.7
Compact Castro sweets shop focused on Greek and Turkish desserts, coffee, and gifts. It’s a quick-stop destination for baklava, kataifi, and strong Greek/Turkish coffee before or after a neighborhood stroll.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baklava (varieties), Kataifi, Greek/Turkish coffee
What Makes it Special: Dedicated Greek/Turkish sweets counter with strong coffee service.