Diners' Choice: Mediterranean restaurants in Chicago

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Mediterranean cuisine in Chicago? 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!

Tama

4.8

4.8 (246)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Logan Square

About the restaurant

A charming intimate neighborhood restaurant by Chefs Avgeria Stapaki and Adalberto Olaez that merges Mediterranean traditions with South American and Asian ingredients.

Tama has a strict 2 hour turn time. Your reservation starts at the time it is booked, whether all the members of your party have arrived.
Please understand that we are a small restaurant and ever so grateful you have decided to join us.

Top review

MikaylaVIP

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

Service was amazing! Very homie and welcoming. Love the Patio!

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4.8

4.8 (1012)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

West Loop

About the restaurant

avec, a wine-focused restaurant in Chicago, features Midwestern takes on Mediterranean classics. Inspired by the sun-drenched wine regions of the Mediterranean, avec West Loop has been a Chicago favorite for over 20 years. Originally conceived as a wine bar, avec is the second concept from celebrated one-off hospitality, with communal and bar seating—it is a high-energy, intimate, and interactive experience.

For parties of 6 or more, please call us at 312-377-2002.

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MaxVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Food was so delicious and service was incredible. Pablo was very hospitable. The short rib hummus is a must order.

avec River North

4.8

4.8 (599)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of River North, avec features Midwestern takes on Mediterranean classics under the culinary direction of James Beard award-winning chef, Paul Kahan, and executive chef Dylan Patel. Pair your meal with an incredible array of carefully chosen wines curated by wine director Bret Heiar, or simply stop by for a delicious cocktail at our expansive bar.

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Bill

Dined 1 day ago

Our very knowledgeable waiter kind enough to share his opinion of some of the dishes and steer each of us to a dish that was delightful for each of us. Very enjoyable experience.

Aba - Chicago

4.7

4.7 (3016)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

West Loop

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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DawnVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Cool vibes and great food. Server was attentive and water was replenished often

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4.6

4.6 (1286)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Roscoe Village

About the restaurant

Turquoise Cafe & Restaurant, located in Chicago's Roscoe Village, is a culinary gem blending the best of Turkish and Italian cuisines in a captivating and inviting atmosphere. Owned by a passionate female entrepreneur, this vibrant establishment offers an extensive menu of tantalizing kebabs, handmade pastas, fresh seafood, mezze platters, and wood-fired flatbreads.

🍷 With our carefully curated wine selection, you can feel the spirit of the Mediterranean in every sip, making your special moments even more memorable. Red, white, or rosé…

🎶 With live music on weekends and a delightful Sunday brunch featuring an authentic Turkish Serpme Breakfast, Turquoise Cafe & Restaurant provides a remarkable culinary journey.

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Roo

Dined on Jun 29, 2025

Our server was super sweet! I believe her name was Ada. My parents were visiting from out of town and they really enjoyed themselves :)

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Experience

%50 off any glass of Wine Wednesday!!

Experience

All-You-Can-Eat Turkish Sunday Brunch

Avaspi

4.7

4.7 (13)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Lakeview / East Lakeview

About the restaurant

Avaspi is a unique restaurant in Chicago that brings the flavors of Anatolia, a region in modern-day Turkey, to the city. Inspired by the rich culinary heritage of Anatolia, Avaspi offers a diverse menu of tapas-style mezze platters and authentic dishes, all served with warm hospitality. Step into a modern space with black marble tables and velvet seating that creates a chic atmosphere. The menu features classic Anatolian staples like dolma and ezme, alongside innovative dishes that blend regional flavors with modern techniques. Indulge in mezze platters perfect for sharing, such as creamy haydari, a yogurt dip with fresh herbs, and spicy muhammara, a blend of walnuts, red peppers, and pomegranate molasses. Don't miss the stuffed eggplant, a delightful mix of grilled eggplant, haydari, and homemade tomato sauce. For heartier options, choose from lamb chops, beef kebabs, and chicken kabobs, all prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients and expertly seasoned.

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Elizabeth

Dined 4 days ago

We had an amazing server who made some great recommendations which led to a great meal! Would definitely go back!

Seville Chicago

4.7

4.7 (34)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Downtown / Loop

About the restaurant

Atop the roof of the Hilton Canopy in the Heart of The Loop, Seville is a rustically refined Mediterranean eatery by celebrity chef, hospitality developer and TV personality Fabio Viviani. This signature venue offers seasonally inspired dishes, including elevated takes on his favorite foods, as well as award winning wine offerings and cocktails. Seville features coastal favorites, house-made pastas, Neapolitan-style pizzas, barrel select bourbons, and an extensive wine list.

Welcomed by a passionate, knowledgeable hospitality team, guests enjoy this unique elegant, yet approachable restaurant created by combining several sitting options, from comfortable booths and casual bar seating to a outdoor roof deck.

Seville by Fabio Viviani Hospitality is perfect for all occasions, from intimate date nights to large dinners with family and friends. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Kevin

Dined 6 days ago

3rd time and it is still exceptionally great!!! Highly recommend.

Ema - River North

4.6

4.6 (4702)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

A Mediterranean & California-inspired restaurant featuring small plates & Chef CJ Jacobson's lighter style cooking in Chicago's River North.

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AdrienneVIP

Dined 5 days ago

I love the new quiet alcove Ema has created. Their food is consistently delicious

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Lamb & Beef Kefta Kebab

Apolonia

4.6

4.6 (31)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

South Loop

About the restaurant

This second restaurant from acclaimed chef Stephen Gillanders does not disappoint. At Apolonia, Gillanders skillfully explores the rich flavors of the Mediterranean with the same creative flair so many have come to love at S.K.Y., proving that all good things are worth the wait.

Top review

Dined on Jun 29, 2025

Gorgeous venue with windows looking out on the busy corner to watch the world go by. Food was outstanding, service very attentive and suggestions were spot on.

Elia

4.6

4.6 (476)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Bucktown / Wicker Park

About the restaurant

Elia, a stunning new Modern Mediterranean restaurant, is now open in the heart of Wicker Park. Elia's menu features dishes inspired by Greece, Italy, France, Spain, and other Mediterranean countries. The restaurant's beautiful interior and friendly staff enhance its charm, making it an ideal spot for special occasions. Elia offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing" food and a cozy atmosphere. Guests rave about the "fresh and delicious" seafood, Mediterranean dishes, and a broad menu. Service is often praised as "excellent" and "attentive."

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Serpil

Dined 4 days ago

Their food was very delicious, the service was also good. It might be better if you can prepare your all you can eat, but overall it was a nice experience.

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