Meze – Mediterranean
Meze invites diners into a vibrant, sun-drenched space where the air is perfumed with toasted spices and the joyful clatter of shared small plates. Golden, crisp cigar pastries and tender zucchini pancakes provide a delightful crunch alongside velvety bowls of smoky babaganush and herb-brightened tabbouleh. This communal feast is rounded out by the soul-warming depth of traditional lentil cakes and creamy yogurt soup, offering an authentic and heartfelt taste of Mediterranean hospitality.
2437, 18th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20009-2003 +12027970017 https://mezedc.com/0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Meze
Dairy-Free at Meze
Meze in Washington has 14 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Red Beet Mixed Green Salad, Salmon Skewers and Pickles. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Meze
Meze in Washington has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon Skewers, Pickles and Shepherds Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Meze
Meze in Washington has 28 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calamari, Cigar Shape Pastry and Large Kunefe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Meze
Meze in Washington has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Meatball and To Go Chicken Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Meze
Meze in Washington has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rack of Lamb, Brussels Sprout and Babaganush. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Meze
Meze in Washington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Meze
Meze in Washington has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Red Beet Mixed Green Salad, Pickles and Grape Leaves. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Meze
Meze in Washington has 23 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cigar Shape Pastry, Large Kunefe and Red Beet Mixed Green Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Meze
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| To Go Chicken Sandwich | 15.9 g | 46.4 g |
| Shrimp Sautéed | 55.5 g | 31.2 g |
| Adana Kebab | 63.5 g | 29.9 g |
| Quinoa Kofte | 16.4 g | 29.6 g |
| Lentil Soup | 53.8 g | 29.1 g |
| Roasted Red Pepper | 31.7 g | 17.8 g |
| Tomato Relish | 12.4 g | 17.2 g |
| Grilled Meatballs | 25 g | 16.6 g |
| Turkish Style Tabbouleh | 26.7 g | 15 g |
| Beyti | 3.8 g | 14.3 g |
| Calamari | 2.3 g | 14.2 g |
| Babaganush | 17.6 g | 14 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Kasar - $8.5: Creamy and mild sheep’s milk cheese served with tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkish Style Tabbouleh - $10: Turkish wheat bulgur salad with beet, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, spring onions, parsley Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprout - $10: Fried Brussels sprouts, garlic and yogurt-mayo sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cigar Shape Pastry - $9: Crispy cigar-shaped pastry stuffed with feta cheese, parsley and dill Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yogurt Soup - $7.5: Cold yogurt soup with cucumber, garlic, and dill Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zucchini Pancakes - $9.5: Savory zucchini pancakes mixed with feta cheese served with tomato and yogurt sauces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Dips - $21: Selection of three Mediterranean dips Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Babaganush - $8: Grilled eggplant and tahini paste seasoned with garlic and olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Cakes - $8: Veggie lentil cakes with bulgur, onions, and parsley Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup - $7: Aromatic red lentil soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grape Leaves - $9: Grape leaves stuffed with caramelized onions, rice, and pine nuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Red Pepper - $9: Roasted red pepper spread with walnut, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Tomato Relish - $8: Spicy relish of chopped tomatoes, onions, green pepper, parsley and walnuts with pomegranate dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shepherds Salad - $11: Diced cucumbers, onions, tomatoes, green pepper and parsley with olive oil lemon juice dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Beet Mixed Green Salad - $9: Mixed greens and red beets served with fresh basil-vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Shrimp Sautéed - $16: Seasoned shrimp sautéed with butter, garlic, and parsley, served with rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Skewers - $17: Grilled fresh salmon skewers served with spinach puree and side of salad Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- New York Minute Steak - $18: 5 oz. Grilled strip steak served with French fries and port wine sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beyti - $24: Ground lamb grill on a skewer wrapped in lavash and topped with tomato and garlic yogurt sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Albanian Liver - $10.5: Pan fried spicy calf’s liver, served with onions and parsley Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Lamb Shank - $25: Roasted lamb shank slowly simmered with rosemary, garlic, and tomato, served with rice Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adana Kebab - $23: Grilled ground lamb on a skewer served on bed of rice and vegetable Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Kebab - $17: Grilled seasoned tender lamb on a skewer, served with rice and side cacik sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Meatballs - $16.5: Turkish style grilled beef and lamb meatballs seasoned with parsley and onions, served with rice Dietary tags: Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $11: Lightly fried calamari served with tarator sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- To Go Chicken Sandwich - $13.5: Chicken, hummus, lettuce, tomato, served with French fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quinoa Kofte - $9.5: Pan fried Quinoa with parmesan cheese, walnut, parsley, dill, scallion served with pomegranate vinegar and cacik sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Beef Dumpling - $24: Turkish style homemade mini dough stuffed with beef, served in yogurt with garlic and buttered red pepper sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino - $18: Pan-fried Mediterranean half branzino served with mixed greens, onion, lemon and olive oil dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Kebab - $16: Seasoned grilled shrimp served with French fries and cocktail sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Kebab Plate - $46: Combination of adana, chicken, lamb kebab, meatball, chicken meatball, chicken breast, rack of lamb, served with rice, hummus, grilled veggie, and dips Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Meatball - $11.5: Grilled chicken meatballs served with eggplant cheese purée Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkish Style Gyro Kebab - $26: Marinated lamb and veal shaved over toasted pita bread, served with sautéed tomato and yogurt Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rack of Lamb - $19: Grilled rack of lamb served with port wine sauce and French fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Penne Pasta with Tomato - $13: Penne pasta with Mediterranean tomato basil olives sauce and feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Spinach Dumpling - $17: Turkish style mini dough stuffed with spinach and onion served with tomato basil sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $5: Classic fried potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice - $4: Basmati rice with onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickles - $5: Mixed pickles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Semolina Halva - $10: Warm semolina halva with pine nuts served with ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Small Kunefe - $12: Shredded wheat, unsalted white cheese, and crushed pistachios with lemon syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC
- Large Kunefe - $16.5: Shredded wheat, unsalted white cheese, and crushed pistachios with lemon syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Traditional Baklava - $6: Delicate leaves of filo layered with walnut and sticky sweet syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Meze
- Is Meze dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Meze has 14 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Red Beet Mixed Green Salad, Salmon Skewers and Pickles.
- What can I eat at Meze on a dairy-free diet?
- Red Beet Mixed Green Salad, Salmon Skewers and Pickles carry the dairy-free tag, out of 14 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Meze have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Red Beet Mixed Green Salad and Pickles.
- Is Meze gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Meze?
- To Go Chicken Sandwich, at roughly 46.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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