Diners' Choice: Mediterranean restaurants in Austin

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Updated November 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Mediterranean cuisine in Austin? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Ezov

4.8

4.8 (1121)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

East Austin

About the restaurant

Michelin Recommended. Ezov is East Austin's home for spice-forward Eastern Mediterranean food. We showcase seasonal mezze and sharing plates rooted in Mediterranean techniques and Texas ingredients. Our drink menu highlights bold cocktails and wines from Greece, Lebanon, and Israel. The room is built for sharing and is perfect for celebrations, group dinners, and date nights. Come hungry, leave happy.

We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For parties over 9, please email us at info@ezovatx.com

Top review

Jess

Dined 4 days ago

It was great! Ezov was highly recommended to me, and my friend wanted a special place for her bday dinner and we made the perfect choice. James took great care of us and we loved it. Can’t wait to come back!

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4.8

4.8 (2197)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

South Congress

About the restaurant

Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions. Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more.

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Jamie

Dined 3 days ago

We had an early lunch reservation. Everything was wonderful! The was food was amazing as well as the outdoor patio!

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The Peacock Mediterranean Grill at Austin Proper

4.7

4.7 (1653)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Downtown

About the restaurant

The Peacock Mediterranean Grill is Austin Proper Hotel's ground floor restaurant and lobby bar, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and in-room dining. The menu draws inspiration from Mediterranean cuisine, featuring colorful, shareable dishes that are wholesome, vibrant, and full of flavor. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared without seed oils, creating a lighter, more nourishing dining experience that supports wellness without compromise.

For parties of seven or more, we kindly ask for at least 48 hours’ notice if your plans change. Late cancellations and no-shows are subject to a $25 per guest fee.

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KatGold

Dined on Oct 30, 2026

Overall experience was amazing! My friends and I are definitely coming back soon!

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Popular dish

Crispy Shallot Hummus

4.8

4.8 (444)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Clarksville

About the restaurant

Discover Austin’s newest dining gem, Aris, brought to you by Sof Hospitality. Located in opulent Clarksville, Aris blends modern Mediterranean cuisine with stunning design. Enjoy prime dry-aged steaks, fresh fish, and vegetable-forward dishes in a lively, terracotta-accented space. With a curated wine and cocktail program and an inviting atmosphere, Aris is the perfect spot to gather, celebrate, and unwind. Open daily at 5 pm for Happy Hour!

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PatriciaGold

Dined 7 days ago

Wonderful restaurant. Great ambience, staff and food was amazing. I definitely plan on going back soon.

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4.9

4.9 (335)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Downtown

About the restaurant

Devil May Care is an intimate underground cocktail lounge on West 6th Street in downtown Austin. Mediterranean-inspired plates and clarified craft cocktails, always made without seed oils or refined sugars. Happy hour Tuesday–Saturday 5–6:30pm. Wine & Dine Wednesdays, Girl Dinner Thursdays, DJs on weekends. Open until 2am Thursday–Saturday. Private events available. Age 21+. Upscale dress code enforced.

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Payten

Dined on Oct 24, 2026

The staff was amazing! We had the spiced hummus and pita. The cocktails were amazing. Such a great spot to go out with the girls or for a date.

Ema - Austin

4.7

4.7 (680)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Northwest

About the restaurant

Ema is a Mediterranean Restaurant with a California-influence located at Domain NORTHSIDE in Austin, Texas. Ēma aims to transport diners to a sun-drenched summer day in the Mediterranean year round with both indoor and outdoor dining spaces. Similar to its sibling restaurant, Aba, the menu is crafted by Chef Partner CJ Jacobson and offers mezze-style cuisine, featuring a lighter California-style of cooking, with an emphasis on vegetables and seafood.

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Mark

Dined 5 days ago

We had a great time. The food was excellent. The service was warm and wonderful. We will surely be back.

Cafe Malta

4.8

4.8 (1496)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

South Austin

About the restaurant

Cafe Malta is a neighborhood bistro serving Mediterranean-inspired fare. We combine a warm, relaxed atmosphere with a perpetually creative kitchen, earning us multiple Open Table Diners' Choice awards.

Named for the island at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, Cafe Malta finds inspiration in the cuisines of Italy, southern France, Morocco, Greece and Spain. And in the Mediterranean tradition, Cafe Malta cooks seasonally and features a variety of local ingredients.

NOTE: For New Year's Eve, we'll offer a 5-course prix-fixe menu featuring our best dishes of 2025. The price will be $80, with an optional wine pairing for $35. You'll find the menu and the vegetarian alternate menu at our website. Cheers!

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SandyGold

Dined 4 days ago

The Tour de Fork is a good deal & the food and staff were great.

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4.6

4.6 (1365)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Downtown

About the restaurant

Once a 1960s parking garage, P6 has been transformed into a rooftop oasis showcasing breathtaking panoramic views of Lady Bird Lake for open-air dining and drinks.

Our menu features coastal small plates that celebrate Mediterranean traditions with local Texas ingredients, alongside signature cocktails - perfect for enjoying while watching the spectacular sunset bat flights.

Open every evening and on weekends for a great brunch. Happy Hour available on weekdays.

Reservations are highly recommended. Valet-parking is available in the hotel parking lot for $12 for 3 hours. Please see host for discount.

Service pets ONLY allowed in outdoor space.

Top review

AbbyGold

Dined on Oct 26, 2026

Great food. Amazing service. Beautiful views. Excellent happy hour! P6 never disappoints.

Amaya

4.3

4.3 (50)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Downtown

About the restaurant

Perched 12 floors above Rainey Street, Amaya at Paseo offers a vibrant rooftop escape with sweeping skyline views. The menu features modern Mediterranean-inspired dishes made for sharing, like falafel, house-made hummus, and branzino, paired with craft cocktails and refreshing spritzes. From sunny afternoons to lively nights, Amaya blends an elevated dining atmosphere with an inviting, energetic vibe, perfect for date night dinners.

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SandyGold

Dined on Oct 18, 2026

Yummy food, nice ambiance. Great for friends catching up

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4.1

4.1 (15)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Downtown

About the restaurant

NAYA is Austin’s upscale MediterrAsian dining and lounge experience, handcrafted cocktails, and vibrant nightlife energy. NAYA offers shareable plates, premium drinks, music and a sexy modern atmosphere perfect for dinner, drinks, and late nights on West 6th.

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AidaGold

Dined on Oct 11, 2026

Everything was great. My friends & I had a great time celebrating my bday and we will be back soon. The only thing was that it was REALLY hot.

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