Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Nob Hill
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
The Parthenon
Greek favorites alongside Turkish staples like manti downtown.
Notable Picks
8.4
Downtown Greek-Turkish menu—manti, souvlaki, and crisp meze—served in a polished Union Square dining room. Efficient pacing makes it a smart choice for business lunches and pre-theater dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb chops, Chicken souvlaki, Manti (Turkish dumplings)
What Makes it Special: Greek favorites alongside Turkish staples like manti downtown.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Classic Persian kebabs, stews, and rice dishes on the Van Ness corridor, served in a comfortable dining room. Portions are generous and the menu covers staples from ghormeh sabzi to koobideh.
Must-Try Dishes:
Koobideh kebab with saffron rice, Ghormeh sabzi, Tahdig with stew
What Makes it Special: Wide-ranging Persian menu with reliable kebabs and stews.
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Business Lunch Power Players
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Lower Nob Hill’s counter spot for Berlin-style doner, crisp fries, and quick combos. Efficient service and consistent carvings make it an easy lunch or casual dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken doner sandwich, Beef doner box with salad, Garlic fries
What Makes it Special: German-style doner carved to order with fast turnaround.