In search of a new favorite Mediterranean spot?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top restaurants serving up such dishes around Irvine, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture when cravings strike.
1. Donerg Turkish & Mediterranean Grill
Topping the list is DonerG Turkish & Mediterranean Grill - Irvine. Located at 3800 Barranca Parkway in West Park, it's the highest-rated Mediterranean restaurant in Irvine, boasting four stars out of 923 reviews on Yelp.
2. The Kebab Shop
Next up is the Irvine Health and Science Complex's The Kebab Shop, at 8687 Irvine Center Drive. With 4.5 stars out of 442 reviews on Yelp, the Mediterranean spot, which offers comfort food and kebabs, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Apola Gyro Grill
The Business District's Apola Gyro Grill, at 16569 Von Karman Ave., is another top choice. Yelpers give the Greek and breakfast/brunch spot 4.5 stars out of 300 reviews.
4. Hen House Grill
Hen House Grill, a Mediterranean and Persian/Iranian spot in University Town Center, is another go-to, with four stars out of 845 Yelp reviews. Head over to 4515 Campus Drive to see for yourself.
5. Olives Branch Express
Finally, over in Woodbridge, check out Olives Branch Express, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 232 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and traditional American spot at 5365 K Alton Parkway.
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