Looking for mediterranean-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Reuter's Bakery, Al Bawadi Grill and Smakosz Restaurant, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry mediterranean-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best Chicago restaurants with mediterranean options. Highly rated spots with authentic mediterranean menu items.
Chicago's Premier Mediterranean Destinations
Chicago’s culinary landscape shines in this collection of premier dining destinations that highlight the rich, sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean alongside a global array of tastes. From the authentic Middle Eastern charcoal grills of Al Bawadi Grill and the elevated Italian pastas at Monteverde to the sophisticated Japanese artistry of Kumiko, these spots offer an incredible breadth of international expertise. Whether you are seeking a casual American bite from Justice of the Pies, a French-inspired market experience, or traditional Polish comforts, this selection represents the very best of the city’s diverse and inviting food scene.
30 restaurants in Best Chicago Restaurants with Mediterranean Options | Top Rated
- Reuter's Bakery · rated 5/5: 28 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Al Bawadi Grill · rated 5/5: 9 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Smakosz Restaurant · rated 5/5: 4 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. Polish.
- Amy's Candy Bar · rated 5/5: 3 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bittersweet Pastry Shop · rated 5/5: 3 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Love & Light Cafe · rated 5/5: 3 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Caribbean American Bakery · rated 4/5: 11 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. Caribbean (Note: While "Caribbean.
- Remedy · rated 4/5: 9 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Khepri Cafe · rated 4/5: 8 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Central Park Bar · rated 4/5: 7 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Stussy's Diner · rated 4/5: 6 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Aster Hall · rated 4/5: 6 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Racine Bakery · rated 4/5: 6 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. Lithuanian.
- Bourbon On Division · rated 4/5: 6 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Matilda · rated 4/5: 5 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Meli · rated 4/5: 5 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- Little Toasted · rated 4/5: 5 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Kenny's Irish Pub · rated 4/5: 5 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Publican Quality Bakery · rated 4/5: 5 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- North Shore Kosher Bakery · rated 4/5: 5 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Pleasant House Pub · rated 4/5: 5 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. British.
- Pete's Fresh Market · rated 4/5: 5 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Alliance Bakery · rated 4/5: 4 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Theory · rated 4/5: 4 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Streeter's Tavern · rated 4/5: 4 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Fatpour Tap Works · rated 4/5: 4 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Nohea Cafe · rated 4/5: 4 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Sicilian Bakery · rated 4/5: 4 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Di'vino · rated 4/5: 4 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Co. · rated 4/5: 3 mediterranean-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
