Mediterranean Food Austin: 10 Must-Try Spots

Last Updated On – 7th November, 2025

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Austin’s Mediterranean scene spans polished date-night dining rooms and casual pita counters, and this guide to Mediterranean food Austin maps the best Greek, Lebanese, Israeli, and Turkish plates across Downtown, North, and South. From mezze spreads to flame-licked kebabs, here are the 10 essential stops—plus quick picks and a handy neighborhood map.

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Best Mediterranean Food in Austin (Editor’s Top 10)

Aba Austin

You’ll find the best Mediterranean food in Austin at Aba. With a casual but upscale vibe, it’s the perfect place to have your date night. They also have a patio that’s a great place to have some of their delicious cocktails. When you visit, you have to try their smoky baba and lamb & beef kebab.

Where: 1011 S Congress Ave Bldg 2 Suite 180, Austin, TX 78704
Operating Hours: Lunch: Monday – Friday 11 am – 4 pm | Dinner: Monday – Thursday 4 pm – 10 pm; Friday 3 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 3 pm – 11 pm; Sunday 3 pm – 9 pm | Brunch: Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 3 pm

The Peacock Mediterranean Grill

Image credit: The Peacock Facebook

Want a night to splurge on a fancy time out? Head over to The Peacock at Proper Hotel. This upscale spot has a stylish dining toom and a Levantine-leaning menu that offers bursts of flavors. Check out their grilled octopus and lamb kofta.

Where: Proper Hotel, 600 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701
Operating Hours: Breakfast: Monday – Friday 7 am – 11 am | Brunch: Saturday & Sunday 7 am – 4 pm | Lunch Monday – Friday 11 am – 4 pm | Dinner: Sunday – Wednesday 4 pm – 10 pm & Thursday – Saturday 4 pm – 10:30 pm

Greek, Lebanese, Israeli & Turkish Standouts in Austin

MezzeMe Mediterranean Kitchen

MezzeMe is a great place to take your family. They have a welcoming vibe, as well as delicious bowls and pitas. Even your littlest one will enjoy the flavors.

Where: 4700 W Guadalupe St Suite#9, Austin, TX 78751
Operating Hours: Daily 11 am – 9 pm

Phoenician Resto Cafe

Image credit: Phoenician Resto-Cafe Facebook

The scene of Mediterranean food Austin boasts is great because of places like Phoenician Resto Cafe. They have Lebanese classics, mixed grills, and mezze spreads. If you’re looking for a fun place to hang out with friends, this is it!

Where: 2909 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday 11 am – 9:45 pm | Saturday 11 am – 10 pm | Sunday 12 pm – 8:45 pm

Usta Kabagy

Meat lovers, you’ll love Usta Kabagy, a casual but incredible Mediterranean spot. Their menu is very meat-forward. They’re particularly proud of their Turkish skewers.

Where: 6619 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78752
Operating Hours: Thursday – Tuesday 11 am – 10 pm | Wednesday Closed

Mediterranean Food by Neighborhood: Downtown, North & South

Santorini Cafe

The Olympian gods are telling you you’ll get amazing Austin Mediterranean food at Santorini Cafe. Their laid-back vibe welcomes everyone to try out Greek comfort places, like gyros and spanakopita. The outdoor patio is the perfect place to enjoy these flavors. More than that, they’re affordable!

Where: 11800 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78753
Operating Hours: Daily 11 am – 9:30 pm

Arpeggio Grill

Image credit: Arpeggio Grill Facebook

Family-owned and run, Arpeggio Grillis a long-running Mediterranean spot that locals and even tourists flock to. They have tasty shawarma wraps and kebab plates.

Where: 6619 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78752
Operating Hours: Daily 11 am – 10 pm

Fast-Casual Bowls, Pitas & Late-Night Bites

Yamas Greek Restaurant

Yamas is here to give you a modern take on Greek food. Aside from their amazing dishes, the lively vibe ensures you have a great time. We recommend having their seafood dishes paired with ouzo cocktails

Where: 5308 Balcones Dr, Austin, TX 78731
Operating Hours: Monday – Wednesday 11 am – 10 pm | Thursday & Friday 11 am – 12 pm | Saturday 11 am – 12 am | Sunday 10 am – 10 pm

CAVA

Image credit: CAVA (3201 Bee Caves Road, STE 100, Austin, TX) Facebook

CAVA is the answer to your “Austin Mediterranean food” question. With several locations scattered around the state, they’ll satisfy your every craving! Plus, flavors are endless with their DIY bowls.

Where: 3201 Bee Caves Rd STE 100, Austin, TX 78746
Operating Hours: Daily 10:30 am – 10 pm

Tarbouch Lebanese

Taste the true flavors of Lebanon from this food truck. Tarbouch Lebanese has delicious shawarma options and a chill vibe in their outdoor seating.

Where: 10814 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78753
Operating Hours: Daily 10:30 am – 10 pm

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Lacey Morris

Lacey is a freelancer and Austin local who’s always on the hunt for new restaurants to try, fun activities to do, and local events to attend. She loves sharing her discoveries with others through her writing and hopes her work encourages both visitors and locals to be active in the community. When she’s not writing, you can find her exploring one of the city’s many hiking trails with her Blue Heeler, Oreo, getting lost in a good book, or dancing the night away to some house or techno beats at one of her favorite rave spots.